Joshua Farley: Podcast Interview with Stewart Heath

In this episode of the Growth, Grace, and Prosperity Podcast, host Stewart Heath sits down with Joshua Farley, a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience in sales, management, and business development. Joshua shares his journey from being a regional commercial sales manager at True Green, the largest lawn care company in North America, to taking on the challenge of leading a division that spanned both the U.S. and Canada. He reflects on how this pivotal role forced him to grow as a leader and pushed him out of his comfort zone.

Joshua also discusses his decision to further his education by pursuing an MBA and how that inspired him to take his career to new heights. He shares insights into leadership, dealing with career challenges—including getting laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic—and how he successfully pitched a national sales team project that transformed the business unit at True Green.

Listen in as Joshua talks about his passion for continuous learning, his approach to managing financial planning and investments, and the importance of leading from the front by empowering his team.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of adaptability and continuous learning in leadership roles.
• How Joshua overcame career setbacks and turned challenges into opportunities.
• His advice for aspiring leaders: hire smart people and let them do what they’re best at.

Guest Bio:
Joshua Farley is a principal at Summit Facility Solutions with an extensive background in leadership, business development, and facility management. He is passionate about empowering teams and driving business growth. 

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