From Sermons to Startups: The Unlikely Path of a Preacher’s Kid to AI Business Success with Joshua Collier

Ep 19: What happens when a preacher’s kid with a knack for writing sermons nearly lands in jail—twice—before becoming a leader in AI automation?In this raw and inspiring episode, we sit down with Joshua Collier, founder of Levrg AI, to unpack his unlikely journey from small-town Tennessee to building a six-figure AI tech company. Josh opens up about the personal crash that nearly cost him everything — ministry, marriage, even his life. From leading in public to unraveling in private, he shares how hidden struggles with addiction and self-worth collided with a calling that felt too heavy to carry. This isn’t a typical redemption story. Just raw process, real faith, and a brutally honest look at what happens when your calling nearly crushes you—and what it takes to walk out the other side not as a star, but as a servant.Whether you’re leading a business, a ministry, or just trying to stay sober for another week—this one will shake you, steady you, and remind you: God can still use broken tools to build eternal things.Why listen? In this episode, we dive deep into the raw and real side of leadership and personal struggles. If you’ve ever faced burnout, battled hidden challenges, or wondered if grace is still possible after failure, this one’s for you. Here’s what you can expect:🔥Hear the real story behind burnout in leadership🔥Understand how addiction can hide in plain sight🔥Discover how healing and accountability work together🔥Be reminded that grace is still available—even after failure🎧 Tune in, discover the journey from faith to fortune, and unlock the secrets to entrepreneurial triumph.Connect with Joshua and check out the books he talked about:Joshua Collierhttps://www.levrg.ai/ Free community: https://go.levrg.ai/ghlThe Celebration of DisciplineNever Split the DifferenceHang out with Sarah on Facebook HERE