Forbes (Kershaw Construction)

In this episode, Forbes Kershaw shares his remarkable journey from buying a 100-year-old powerboard building at age 17 to transforming it into a unique living space. His story exemplifies how passion, determination and unconventional thinking can lead to extraordinary outcomes.

Forbes discusses his early start in business working at a butcher shop while completing his building apprenticeship, which helped fund his property purchase. He shares insights about value creation, prioritisation, and the importance of building genuine relationships over purely financial transactions.

Key themes emerge around the value of time, delegation, and strategic decision-making in business. Forbes emphasises how documenting and learning from experiences has shaped his approach to construction and entrepreneurship. His international building experiences in France and the Chatham Islands highlight his adventurous spirit and ability to overcome challenges.

The conversation explores broader themes about lifestyle choices, the importance of continuous learning, and making intentional decisions about how to spend time and energy. Forbes's perspective on wealth creation focuses on building knowledge and capabilities rather than just financial gains.

His forward-looking vision includes expanding his construction business with a headquarters in the city, while maintaining his passion for heritage restoration and unique building projects.