The Padernacht Podcast

#07 From $0 to Millions: John Lim’s Journey of Hustle, Patents, and Relentless Reinvention

Steven Padernacht Season 1 Episode 7

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 7 of The Padernacht Podcast: Brick by Brick – featuring John Lim!

In this powerhouse conversation, John Lim shares the mindset, resilience, and entrepreneurial strategy that helped him rebuild his life and businesses after a major financial hit—as a single dad of three. From Kobe Bryant-style discipline to AI-powered legacy tech, this episode is packed with real talk and real tools.

🔑 What We Cover in This Episode:
🧠 Personal Growth & Mindset

1% daily improvement = 365% growth

Controlling your environment to stay focused

Moving from survival mode to building a legacy

💼 Entrepreneurship & Business Structure

AI and automation as the modern “paper route”

Why your why matters in business

Choosing between S-Corp and C-Corp for long-term planning

📱 Technology & Innovation

The Share Company’s NFC tech for preserving family memories

Launching Forever Memory in April 2025

Using AI-generated voice clips to bring stories back to life

🎯 Social Media & Psychology

Dopamine hits from scrolling & how algorithms control behavior

Rethinking how we use phones for connection and business

🏀 Life Lessons & Leadership

How first jobs build character

What sports teach about leadership vs. being a boss

Rebuilding after losing 70%+ of your income

📲 Let’s Connect:
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