Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:01 My life’s “Instagram Story”
1:36 Origins of David Zhao
2:52 My first hustle at 18 years old
4:45 A Venture into the UNKNOWN
6:18 No one believed in “hot pot” - A weed place??
7:25 Signs of hope, but struggling
8:49 Our biggest project yet - The Venetian Resort…but COVID :(
11:59 Ohh, we’re halfway there! What the future holds..
12:22 Roadmap and scaling plans. $100MM+ revenue.
12:45 The future, NFT’s, AI, and automation
13:39 Key Takeaways
15:56 Q&A
I was invited as a keynote speaker at the remarkable AHN Uplifted Conference in Las Vegas.
Life, much like a boxing match, presents us with punches we never saw coming. But it is how we respond to those punches that truly defines us. Today, I want to share with you a concept from the world of boxing that has guided me throughout my journey-the "Iron Chin."
In the ring, a fighter with an Iron Chin possesses the extraordinary ability to take a punch without being knocked down. It is a testament to their resilience, courage, and unyielding determination. And it is this very concept that has empowered me to overcome my own challenges.
You see, my life has been a series of tests-obstacles that seemed insurmountable, doubts that threatened to drown my dreams, and setbacks that left me questioning my own strength. But I refused to let those punches define me. I embraced the spirit of the Iron Chin.
Just like a boxer, I learned to take those hits and keep moving forward. I trained my mind to absorb the blows and use them as fuel to push harder. Each setback became an opportunity for me to grow, to learn, and to become stronger.
I challenge each and every one of you to tap into your own Iron Chin. When life throws its punches-whether it's a career setback, a personal loss, or any other obstacle-remember that you have the power to rise above it. Embrace the blows, stay standing, and let your determination fuel your journey.
Location:
The INDUSTRIAL Event Space, Las Vegas
Dates
Thursday April 27-Friday April 28, 2023
IN THIS VIDEO:
David Zhao is an entrepreneur, investor, and activist originally from Shanghai, China. He is currently the Managing Partner of NXT Group, an American conglomerate company headquartered in New York City. Its diversified businesses include Food & Beverage Ventures such as The X Pot and Chubby Cattle and NXT Factor (full-service digital agency). David is here to share insight about entrepreneurship, the startup lifestyle, and tools/tips to help you with your daily life.
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