In this episode of the Books By Josh Audio Immersion, we revisit a nearly century-old classic that continues to resonate: The Richest Man in Babylon. Rather than offering quick tips or modern financial formulas, this book speaks in parables and teaches through story, inviting reflection on patience, intention, and the steady work of building something that lasts.

We explore how the book’s core lessons — like paying yourself first, creating structure, and embracing slow progress — are not just financial ideas but reflections on human behavior. These lessons challenge the modern impulse toward speed and shortcuts, reminding us that the most meaningful growth often happens quietly and below the surface.

This episode isn’t about getting rich fast or following a checklist. It’s about the kind of progress that feels almost invisible while it’s forming, and how discipline, structure, and patience remain timeless companions on that journey.

👉 Read the original blog post: January 8th 2026 — The Richest Man in Babylon: Why This Book Still Matters

https://www.booksbyjosh.com/blog/2026/1/8/january-8th-2026-the-richest-man-in-babylon-why-this-book-still-matters

In this episode, Josh reflects on what it means to keep creating when the audience is small or silent. He talks openly about the anxiety of watching metrics, refreshing stats, and questioning whether the effort is worth it when the numbers do not immediately reflect the work.

The conversation explores why writing and creating still matter even when they are not paying the bills, and how creative work can live on long after it is published. Josh shares personal examples of older blog posts continuing to reach people years later, reinforcing the idea that meaningful work is not always meant for instant consumption.

This episode also touches on:

Creating as an outlet rather than a transaction

The emotional weight of comparison and self doubt

Focusing on controllable actions instead of outcomes

Building evergreen work instead of chasing trends

Finding fulfillment in the act of creating itself

Josh also briefly discusses his upcoming book, A New Set of Eyes, a thoughtful guide to creating with AI while maintaining your personal voice.

If you are writing, creating, or building something in a quiet season, this episode is a reminder that the work still matters.

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In this episode of The Books By Josh Audio Immersion, Josh talks about the kind of progress that rarely gets celebrated — the small wins that quietly move us forward.

As the year comes to a close, it’s easy to feel like you didn’t accomplish enough. But real progress doesn’t always look like a big milestone or a finished product. Often, it’s found in the small steps: showing up, starting, learning, and continuing even when results aren’t visible yet.

Josh shares personal examples from writing a 50,000+ word book, building creative projects one step at a time, and learning why focusing only on the finish line can actually slow you down. The episode explores how breaking goals into smaller, trackable actions helps build momentum and keeps you moving forward.

You’ll also hear a shoutout celebrating a small win from someone Josh knows — the launch of ReliveInColor.com, a creative site where you can upload your own photos to create printable custom coloring pages or even a custom puzzle. (Not sponsored — shared because it fits the theme of building something and putting it into the world.)

Key Takeaways

• Small wins matter because they prove you’re still moving

• Progress is usually quiet and hard to see while it’s happening

• Focusing only on the end goal can kill momentum

• Breaking big goals into smaller steps makes them achievable

• Consistency beats intensity over time

Listener Challenge

Pick one small win from today. Say it out loud. Write it down. Let it count — and don’t downplay it.

Links & Resources

• Friend’s project: https://reliveincolor.com/#/

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