In this episode, Josh is with Edward Caswell, owner of Full Throttle Automotive and Fastlane Auto Repair, about building a business centered on faith, servant leadership, and investing in people. Edward shares his journey from school teacher to multi-shop owner, the challenges of expanding during COVID, and the personal transformation that reshaped both his life and leadership. The conversation explores accountability, humility, company culture, mentorship, and why serving others is the foundation of lasting leadership.
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Timestamps
00:00 Podcast Introduction
00:33 Meet Edward Caswell
03:00 From Teacher to Shop Owner
04:58 Growth and Vision Wake-Up Call
06:25 Rock Bottom and Redemption
10:12 What Following Christ Means
14:09 Men's Group and Accountability
18:08 Calling People Up, Not Out
19:43 Leadership Is Serving
22:06 Facility of the Year
24:40 Purpose Builds Culture
26:00 Culture Under Pressure
27:51 Connection Before Process
29:13 Humility and Community
33:00 Servant Leadership in Action
36:46 Mentor Advice and Faith
40:00 Actionable Leadership Growth
40:37 Gratitude and Closing