5. Growth lessons from an Olympian turned entrepreneur - Cedric Notz, CEO & Founder of Float

In this episode, we explore the journey of Cedric Notz, former Olympic skier turned founder and CEO of Float. Cedric shares how lessons from alpine skiing—persistence, learning, and enjoying the process—shaped his approach to entrepreneurship. Drawing on his athletic determination, Cedric overcame challenges to found Float, a non-dilutive funding platform for B2B SaaS companies. He emphasizes that the journey, with its ups and downs, is where real growth happens. Tune in to discover practical insights on persistence, navigating obstacles, and finding success in both business and personal development. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:41 The unique experience of competing in the Olympics 06:25 Developing the mindset of perseverance and growth 07:13 Overcoming challenges in entrepreneurship 11:43 The philosophy of enjoying the journey 13:00 Introducing Float: Non-dilutive funding for B2B SaaS companies 19:03 Finding the right Co-founders and complimentary skills 20:06 The future of Float and personal goals 22:20 Advice to younger self: keep learning and embrace AI 23:20 Quick end questions