Josh Cox talks with Kirsty van den Bulk on The Wise Why about his transition from a weightlifter to a WordPress website designer and small business owner. In this episode, Josh shares his unexpected journey from Olympic plates to digital platforms. The conversation covers several key points, such as the surprising revelation that Josh Cox, known for his expertise in WordPress, was once an accomplished weightlifter. It also discusses how Josh's modesty influenced his decision to keep his athletic achievements under wraps. Additionally, the episode covers the digital paradox, providing a web developer’s perspective on the pros and cons of social media engagement. It also highlights the importance of having a website as the central hub for your online business presence. The conversation delves into branding essentials and how your website should reflect your brand values, unique selling points, and target demographics. The episode also touches on the evolution from high street visibility to online prominence through various sales channels leading back to one platform - your website. Moreover, Josh explains why recurring billing can transform business cash flow stability. During the episode, Josh shares how he began weightlifting at school due to having access to top-notch facilities and coaching. He discusses his journey from being part of GB’s squad and winning gold internationally to transitioning into entrepreneurship through passion projects that led him towards web development. The episode also highlights some influential figures in Josh’s life, such as Mike Foster (Entrepreneur's Mentor) and Ken Vaness (Cogent Method), who have guided him through strategic business decisions. Finally, the conversation circles back around life lessons learned from sports discipline translating into business acumen. It highlights small yet impactful changes like switching billing structures or developing passive income streams such as online courses, which can significantly influence growth trajectories in any entrepreneurial journey.00:20 The Wise Why00:36 Josh Cox02:26 Social Media Harm03:21 Start With Mobile Design05:58 Online Shopping Decisions 07:50 Website Bounces09:38 Ongoing Security12:32 Weightlifting at School14:07 Going Your Own Way16:05 Mentors and  @EntrepreneursMentor  18:39 Make your 1st £1K22:32 Taking Risks25:57 Silver Linings27:29 Life is Short30:53 Social Media on Websites35:03 Disability Living38:16 Child Actress41:58 Team GB43:05 Close

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