The tools I never chose

The tools I never choseby: Josh PatrickPublished on: 21/08/2026

Josh Patrick explores the tools we inherit for navigating life transitions, why working harder, controlling more, and telling nobody may stop working. Learn how pausing, naming the stage, experimenting, staying open can change how to move forward.

Transitions
The tools I never chose

Your future boss is about to be born

Your future boss is about to be bornby: Josh PatrickPublished on: 13/08/2026

Josh Patrick explores why family business succession so often fails, the difference between an employee and owner mindset, and why incentives may be the key to helping the next generation truly think and act like owners.

Transitions
Your future boss is about to be born

The Transitions You Can See Coming

The Transitions You Can See Comingby: Josh PatrickPublished on: 25/06/2026

Josh Patrick explores the four stages of transition and why preparation matters before major life changes. Learn how anticipation, endings, identity shifts, and resilience shape retirement, business exits, and life's next chapter.

Transitions
The Transitions You Can See Coming

When the mission ends

When the mission endsby: Josh PatrickPublished on: 18/06/2026

Josh Patrick shares lessons from his son Sam's transition after 20 years in the Army. Discover insights on identity, purpose, military-to-civilian life, retirement, leadership transitions, and finding meaning after major life changes.

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When the mission ends