What if the secret to revolutionizing an industry was simply not knowing “what can’t be done”? In this must-listen episode of the Magnify Your Message podcast, we sit down with Mike Kaeding, CEO of Norhart, whose fresh perspective is shaking up one of the most stagnant industries in America: construction. But this isn’t just a story about buildings – it’s about bold ideas, breakthrough thinking, and creating solutions to one of the biggest challenges of our time: affordable housing.
Mike’s journey is anything but ordinary. When he inherited his family’s business under heartbreaking circumstances, he didn’t just pick up the pieces—he rebuilt the entire framework. With a bold vision to tackle America’s housing shortage and affordability crisis, Mike applied lessons from manufacturing and technology to a stagnant construction industry, creating higher-quality homes at lower costs. But his mission goes beyond business: it’s about improving lives.
Listen to the episode now to discover:
⚡️ The shocking inefficiencies in the construction world that most people accept as “just the way things are…” and how Norhart is proving everyone wrong.
⚡️ Practical, insider tips every renter should know before signing their next lease in this unpredictable market
⚡️ Why failure isn’t the opposite of success, but the fuel for innovation… and how to use it to your advantage.
This episode isn’t just about apartments—it’s about reshaping entire systems, challenging outdated norms, and inspiring you to approach your biggest challenges with fresh eyes. Mike’s story is proof that even in times of struggle, innovation and impact are possible.
🎙️ If you want to think bigger, hire better, and make an impact, this episode is for you.
👉 Click to listen now. It’ll change the way you look at what’s possible.
About the Guest:
Mike Kaeding is the CEO of Norhart, and they are transforming the way apartments are built and managed by incorporating technologies and efficiencies that have revolutionized other industries. As CEO, Mike has streamlined operations, built an international supply chain, and moved architecture and engineering in-house, driving Norhart's construction costs down significantly. He has also incorporated philanthropy and social responsibility into the Norhart brand, publicly supporting local homeless shelters and food banks. Mike's mission is to solve America’s housing shortage by transforming the way apartments are built and managed, and in doing so, he hopes to improve the way we all live.
Resources:
Website: www.norhart.com
