Zero to Unicorn

Norhart
Zero to Unicorn

A unicorn is a magical creature shrouded in mystery known for its ability to make the impossible possible. In modern times, the word “unicorn” has come to mean something intrinsically valuable and difficult to obtain, whether that be a business with a $1 billion dollar valuation, or the love of a special someone. On Zero to Unicorn, we’ll hear directly from the Kaeding family as they recount their history of founding and operating Norhart, a unicorn-level business in the construction industry with a mission to positively impact the way people live. But this isn’t a story of how to grow a business to a billion-dollar valuation. This tale is centered around a special group of people who are coming together to create something bigger than themselves. Despite several trials, the people of Norhart seek to make a positive impact on the world—and, ultimately, to do what every unicorn is born to do: make the impossible possible. Join us weekly for this limited series chronicling the Kaeding family’s journey, from starting a family-owned business to becoming a unicorn with a business determined to do good.

  1. Creating Safe Space

    SEP 13

    Creating Safe Space

    SummaryFrancesco Lombardo helps wealthy families build deeper, more meaningful connections by addressing emotional challenges. He emphasizes the importance of safe space, respect, trust, and vulnerability in conversations. Lombardo believes that many conflicts within families stem from unresolved emotional issues rather than the specific topic of money or assets. He works with families to create individual and relational safety, allowing for open and authentic communication. Lombardo helps families develop guiding principles and values that promote transparency, respect, and authenticity. The process typically takes 12 to 18 months and involves individual coaching sessions and family meetings. Lombardo's own journey of personal growth and transformation led him to his work with wealthy families. He believes that safe space is about addressing the emotional needs that were not met in childhood and seeking connection and understanding as adults. TakeawaysEmotional challenges, rather than money or assets, often lead to conflicts within wealthy families.Creating safe space, respect, trust, and vulnerability are crucial for meaningful conversations.Addressing unresolved emotional issues is key to building deeper connections within families.Developing guiding principles and values promotes transparency, respect, and authenticity.The process of building deeper connections within families typically takes 12 to 18 months. Linkswww.norhart.com Beat the banks! Interested in earning up to 8.5% interest? Visit Norhart Invest to learn more!

    32 min
  2. AUG 30

    The Evolution of Leadership

    SummaryRachel Romer, the founder of Guild, discusses the company's mission to unlock opportunities for the American workforce through education, skilling, and career mobility. She shares insights on the challenges and successes of building the company, including fundraising, leadership, and company culture. The conversation also delves into the impact of COVID-19 on the company's growth and development. Rachel discusses the impact of COVID on her business, the challenges faced, and the importance of vulnerability and empathy in leadership. She also emphasizes the need to democratize entrepreneurship and offers insights into career mobility. TakeawaysGuild's mission is to unlock opportunities for the American workforce through education, skilling, and career mobility.The company faced challenges in fundraising and early-stage growth, but ultimately achieved significant success.Rachel Romer's leadership journey involved a shift towards authenticity and vulnerability, leading to a more influential role in shaping the company's culture.COVID-19 brought unique challenges and opportunities for Guild's growth and development. The impact of COVID on businesses and HR teams was significant, leading to a period of uncertainty and change.Vulnerability and empathy are essential qualities in leadership, contributing to a more authentic and effective leadership style.Democratizing entrepreneurship and creating opportunities for career mobility are crucial for building a more inclusive and diverse business landscape. Linkswww.norhart.com Beat the banks! Interested in earning up to 8.5% interest? Visit Norhart Invest to learn more!

    52 min
  3. Enhancing Machine Intelligence

    AUG 2

    Enhancing Machine Intelligence

    SummaryGuido Meardi, CEO of V-Nova, discusses the importance of data compression in digital technology and its impact on various industries. He explains how V-Nova's compression technology enables more efficient use of data, leading to better quality and cost savings. Meardi also shares the exciting future of volumetric movies and immersive entertainment, where viewers can be inside the movie and experience it firsthand. He highlights the role of AI in data compression and its potential to enhance machine intelligence. Meardi's journey from being a management consultant at McKinsey to becoming an entrepreneur is also explored. Guido Meardi discusses the importance of mentors and self-confidence in entrepreneurship. He shares his experience of transitioning from a successful career at McKinsey to starting his own company, V-Nova. He emphasizes the challenges of securing funding for innovative ventures and the need to balance self-confidence with listening to feedback. Meardi also highlights the importance of surrounding oneself with mentors and a supportive team. He discusses the ongoing challenges of driving adoption and expanding into new markets. His dream is to fulfill the promise of V-Nova's technology and make a significant impact in the field of video compression. TakeawaysData compression plays a crucial role in digital technology, enabling more efficient use of data and leading to better quality and cost savings.V-Nova's compression technology, such as MPEG-5 LCVC, allows for significant reductions in data transmission and processing power while maintaining quality.The future of entertainment includes volumetric movies, where viewers can be inside the movie and experience it firsthand.AI can enhance data compression and improve machine intelligence, leading to more efficient processing and analysis of data.Guido Meardi's journey from being a management consultant at McKinsey to becoming an entrepreneur highlights the importance of driving positive change and making a difference in the world. Choosing mentors and having multiple mentors is crucial for personal growth and success in entrepreneurship.Balancing self-confidence with the ability to listen to feedback is essential for making informed decisions.Securing funding for innovative ventures can be challenging, especially when the idea is unconventional.Surrounding oneself with a supportive team and mentors is important for navigating the entrepreneurial journey.Driving adoption and expanding into new markets are ongoing challenges for technology companies.The dream is to fulfill the promise of innovative technology and make a significant impact in the industry. Linkswww.norhart.com Beat the banks! Interested in earning up to 8.5% interest? Visit Norhart Invest to learn more!

    1h 16m
  4. The Wealth Transfer from Baby Boomers to Millennials

    JUL 5

    The Wealth Transfer from Baby Boomers to Millennials

    SummaryJustin Donald shares his journey from making mistakes early in his investment and entrepreneurship career to becoming a successful entrepreneur and investor. He emphasizes the importance of learning from mistakes and developing systems and processes to scale a business. Justin also discusses the mindset shift he had to make to prioritize his family and create a life of financial freedom. He shares his strategies for finding and attracting the best people and the importance of building passive income streams. In this conversation, Justin Donald discusses the importance of having the right mindset and taking action to achieve financial independence. He shares his journey of transitioning from entrepreneurship to investing and teaching others to do the same. Justin emphasizes the need to diversify investments and protect against downside risk. He also highlights the upcoming wealth transfer from baby boomers to millennials and the opportunities it presents. Justin's book, 'The Lifestyle Investor,' provides 10 commandments for cashflow investing and financial freedom. TakeawaysLearn from mistakes and use them to define and create a path for success.Develop systems and processes to scale a business and create more freedom.Prioritize family and create a life of financial freedom.Invest in the best people and build a team that can operate at a high level.Create passive income streams to have more control over your time and pursue your passions. Having the right mindset is crucial for achieving financial independence.Diversifying investments and protecting against downside risk is important.The upcoming wealth transfer from baby boomers to millennials presents opportunities for investors.Justin Donald's book, 'The Lifestyle Investor,' provides valuable insights and strategies for cashflow investing and financial freedom. Linkswww.norhart.com Beat the banks! Interested in earning up to 8.5% interest? Visit Norhart Invest to learn more!

    1h 9m
  5. Failure as a Choice, Not a Label

    JUN 24

    Failure as a Choice, Not a Label

    SummaryIn this conversation, Mike Kaeding interviews JCron, the former partner and president of Kajabi, a knowledge commerce platform. JCron shares his journey from bankruptcy to building a $2 billion enterprise. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and human connection in the digital age. He also discusses the power of being broke and the freedom it brings. JCron highlights the significance of conversations at inflection points and the need to redefine success. He shares his experiences in the world of online marketing and software development. In this conversation, JCron shares his journey in the world of marketing and entrepreneurship, particularly his experience with Kajabi. He emphasizes the importance of relationships and the power of copywriting in marketing. JCron also discusses the challenges and successes of scaling Kajabi, and the impact the platform has had on its users' lives. He offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and highlights the need for creativity and grit in pursuing opportunities. TakeawaysAuthenticity is a currency in the digital age, and people want to learn from real people with real stories.Experiencing failure and hitting rock bottom can be freeing and provide an opportunity for reinvention.Being broke can lead to creativity, innovation, and taking risks.The fear of failure is often worse than the failure itself.Success should be defined multidimensionally, not just by financial wealth.The quality of conversations at inflection points can have a significant impact on one's life.Caring too much about what others think can hold you back from taking risks and making tough decisions.Failure is not a label, but a choice to not try again.The journey from bankruptcy to success often involves learning from mentors and immersing oneself in new industries.Starting from zero can provide a clean slate and the opportunity to build something new and meaningful. The power of relationships in entrepreneurship and the role they play in successThe importance of mastering copywriting as a foundational skill in marketingThe challenges and successes of scaling a company like KajabiThe impact of Kajabi on its users' lives and the stories of transformationThe need for creativity and grit in pursuing entrepreneurial opportunities Linkswww.norhart.com Beat the banks! Interested in earning up to 8.5% interest? Visit Norhart Invest to learn more!

    1h 6m
  6. Make the Customer the Hero

    JUN 7

    Make the Customer the Hero

    Summary Crafting a compelling message is essential for conveying your dream to others. It requires understanding the needs of your audience and packaging your ideas in a way that resonates with them. Danny Brassel, an expert in crafting messages, shares valuable insights on how to create impactful introductions, make the customer the hero, establish a human connection, and leverage the power of storytelling. He emphasizes the importance of delivering value and building trust throughout the message. Additionally, he highlights the role of coaching in refining and improving your message. Ultimately, success lies in serving the core issue of your audience and providing support and service. Takeaways Craft your message to support and help your audience through their problems.Create a powerful introduction that establishes your authority while showing relatability.Make the customer the hero of your message.Establish a human connection by sharing personal stories and struggles.Utilize the power of storytelling to engage and captivate your audience.Focus on delivering value and building trust throughout your message.Consider the beginning and the end of your message as the most memorable parts.Seek coaching to refine and improve your message.Remember that success comes from serving the core issue of your audience.Linkshttps://norhart.comhttps://freegiftfromdanny.comhttps://www.dannybrassell.com Beat the banks! Interested in earning up to 8.5% interest? Visit Norhart Invest to learn more!

    39 min
4.9
out of 5
19 Ratings

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A unicorn is a magical creature shrouded in mystery known for its ability to make the impossible possible. In modern times, the word “unicorn” has come to mean something intrinsically valuable and difficult to obtain, whether that be a business with a $1 billion dollar valuation, or the love of a special someone. On Zero to Unicorn, we’ll hear directly from the Kaeding family as they recount their history of founding and operating Norhart, a unicorn-level business in the construction industry with a mission to positively impact the way people live. But this isn’t a story of how to grow a business to a billion-dollar valuation. This tale is centered around a special group of people who are coming together to create something bigger than themselves. Despite several trials, the people of Norhart seek to make a positive impact on the world—and, ultimately, to do what every unicorn is born to do: make the impossible possible. Join us weekly for this limited series chronicling the Kaeding family’s journey, from starting a family-owned business to becoming a unicorn with a business determined to do good.

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