I Never Asked Him

I Never Asked Him

I Never Asked HimJosh Patrick
Published on: 18/09/2026

Josh Patrick looks back at buying his father's business, asks the question many owners avoid: does your child actually want the business? He explores succession, ownership, family expectations, affordability, and the conversations that need to happen

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Nobody Wants the Stereo

Nobody Wants the Stereo

Nobody Wants the StereoJosh Patrick
Published on: 15/09/2026

Josh Patrick thought he had death organized: a trust, a memorial plan, and the paperwork handled. Then he realized the things that matter most aren't in the folder. He explores family, legacy, belongings, regret, and the conversations we avoid.

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Nobody Said Thank You

Nobody Said Thank You

Nobody Said Thank YouJosh Patrick
Published on: 01/09/2026

Josh Patrick explores the emotional side of business succession, from resentment and guilt to letting go, family expectations, and the difficult question of whether your child should inherit your business.

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The Fog Is The Point

The Fog Is The Point

The Fog Is The PointJosh Patrick
Published on: 25/08/2026

Josh Patrick explores why the fog of uncertainty may be the most important part of a life transition, sharing lessons from retirement, cancer, business mistakes, and small experiments that helped him stop forcing answers and start finding his way.

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