💡 How do you really change your life, leave your 9–5, and build a billion-dollar brand?
In this episode, I share the brutal truth about building hardware products — why it’s the hardest but most rewarding path, and how I went from being a dreamer with no clue to building AIRZAI the next billion-dollar AI-powered fragrance brand.
This isn’t just about quitting your job — it’s about building a legacy. If you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to create something the world hasn’t seen before, this episode is for you.
📚 What You’ll Learn:
Why leaving your 9–5 is just the first step
The painful reality: why “hardware is hard” (and worth it)
How I raised millions in funding to build a world-class product
The role of co-founders, investors, and mentors in scaling a business
Why hardware gives you longevity vs. “chasing software hype”
How to create generational wealth and legacy through innovation
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 Intro — Why quit your 9–5?
01:00 Why hardware is so difficult (but rewarding)
03:30 The AIRZAI journey — from idea to billion-dollar vision
05:00 Funding challenges: why capital & investors matter 07:00 Finding the right co-founder & industrial designer
09:00 Why hardware gives you longevity in the AI era
11:00 Building a legacy vs. chasing quick cash
13:00 Final thoughts — how YOU can start
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