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#034 - Xavier Helgesen on Holding Companies, The Publishing Industry, & Building Things That Last
Sep 13, 2023
Xavier Helgesen, Co-founder of Enduring Ventures and founding CEO of Zola Electric, discusses holding companies, the publishing industry, capital allocation, focus, reinventing ourselves, building things that last, parenting, and more.
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- Focus on one thing allows for greater success and growth
- Understanding capital allocation is crucial for entrepreneurial success
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The Potential of Holding Companies in Business
Xavier Helgeson discusses the impetus behind starting his holding company, Enduring Ventures. He shares his desire to build a cash flow-generating business that allows him the freedom and ambition to grow without constraints. He mentions the advantages of diversification and the complexity of the capital allocation game.
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