
Making a Masterpiece with Norbert Elnar
Are you an entrepreneur looking to make your mark? That’s what the “Making a Masterpiece Podcast by Norbert Elnar” is all about! Our podcast explores topics around faith, entrepreneurship, and creativity — with each episode featuring exclusive interviews with experts in their fields. By tuning into our show, you can stay up-to-date on innovative industry news while learning valuable tips on how to make your own success story. To make sure that everyone has access to this amazing content, we are broadcasting our episodes through YouTube as well as other main podcast streaming platforms.
Latest episodes

Mar 6, 2025 • 27min
046 | When is the Right Time to Start Your Business?
Send us a text🚀 When Is the Right Time to Start Your Business? | Karl O'Dare on Making a MasterpieceAre you waiting for the "perfect" time to start your business? What if that time is right now?In this episode of Making a Masterpiece, Norbert Elnar sits down with Karl O'Dare, a seasoned entrepreneur, mentor, and founder of Ignite Business Consultancy, to answer one of the most common questions for aspiring business owners: When is the right time to start?Karl shares his real-world experience—from launching multiple businesses in different industries to scaling, selling, and coaching others to success. He reveals the mindset shifts, faith-based principles, and practical strategies that have helped him and his clients turn ideas into thriving businesses.Key Takeaways from This Episode:✅ The Right Time to Start a Business – How to seize opportunities and take action instead of waiting for the “perfect moment.”✅ Faith & Business: A Powerful Combination – How trusting God in your business decisions can unlock new levels of success.✅ Mistakes to Avoid When Scaling – The biggest pitfalls entrepreneurs make when growing too fast.✅ The Importance of Capacity & Focus – Why learning to say no is just as important as saying yes.✅ How to Align Your Business with Kingdom Values – Staying true to your faith, integrity, and purpose while building a successful company.Karl also shares his inspiring journey, including the unexpected opportunities that turned into successful businesses, from real estate and security services to even a hot tub rental company!If you've been waiting for a sign to launch your business, this is it!🎧 Watch Now & Learn How to Take Action in Your Business!Connect with Karl O'Dare & Ignite Business Consultancy:🌎 Website & Business Coaching: ignitebc.co.uk📩 Email Karl for Business Coaching: karl@ignitebc.co.uk📢 Follow Karl on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/karl-o-dare-42722329📢 Want to build a Kingdom-driven brand while mastering business growth? Join our Kingdom Brand Compass course: masterpiecebrands.com/course/brand-buildingLooking for a way to build up your own kingdom brand? Join the Masterpiece Kingdom Brand Building Course where you will learn how to apply the best practices in marketing and branding to your brand - all while staying aligned with and true to God's plan. Find out more here: https://www.masterpiecebrands.com/1-click-sales

Feb 27, 2025 • 26min
045 | Why Quality and Authenticity Matter in Storytelling
Send us a text🎬 The Power of Storytelling: Creating Impactful Films with Christian Schmeichel | Making a MasterpieceCan storytelling change lives? Christian Schmeichel believes it can. 🎥✨In this episode of Making a Masterpiece, Norbert Elnar sits down with Christian Schmeichel, an independent filmmaker and producer known for high-end, story-driven productions. Christian shares how he transitioned from creating big-budget commercial films to faith-driven storytelling—producing films that inspire and transform lives.As one of the key figures behind Testify Films, he played a leading role in their latest project—a faith-based documentary that follows the powerful story of Carsten Aust, who left everything behind to save children in the slums of Manila. This documentary is a moving testimony to faith, sacrifice, and the impact of storytelling.Key Takeaways from This Episode:✅ From Commercials to Purpose-Driven Filmmaking – How Christian shifted from luxury car ads to documenting real-life faith stories.✅ The Power of Storytelling in Business & Ministry – Why brands, churches, and entrepreneurs need to tell authentic stories.✅ Overcoming the Challenges of Christian Filmmaking – Why faith-based films often struggle with quality—and how to change that.✅ Testify: A Vision to Die For – Behind the scenes of this life-changing documentary.✅ Storytelling for Brands & Entrepreneurs – Simple, practical storytelling tips for business owners and creatives.Christian also explains why excellence in storytelling is a bridge between faith and mainstream audiences—and how faith-based films can impact both believers and the secular world.🎧 Watch Now & Discover the Power of Faith-Driven Filmmaking!Connect with Christian Schmeichel & Testify Films:🎬 Testify Films Website & Film Screenings: www.testify-Film.com📸 Follow Testify on Instagram: www.instagram.com/testify_film/🎥 Support the Documentary & Future Episodes:.testify-film.com📢 Want to build a Kingdom-driven brand while mastering storytelling? Join our Kingdom Brand-building course: masterpiecebrands.com/course/brand-buildingLooking for a way to build up your own kingdom brand? Join the Masterpiece Kingdom Brand Building Course where you will learn how to apply the best practices in marketing and branding to your brand - all while staying aligned with and true to God's plan. Find out more here: https://www.masterpiecebrands.com/1-click-sales

Feb 20, 2025 • 28min
044 | Practical Tips for Leading Remote Teams Successfully
Send us a text🚀 How to Build & Lead a High-Performing Global Team | Tobias Weghorn & Justin Haguisan on Making a MasterpieceWhat does it take to successfully run and lead a global remote team? 🌍💡In this episode of Making a Masterpiece, Norbert Elnar is joined by Tobias Weghorn, co-founder of MetaFox, and Justin Philippe Haguisan, a content producer, to dive deep into what makes remote collaboration, leadership, and multicultural teamwork thrive.From building MetaFox as a global psychology and coaching brand to integrating remote collaboration beyond just outsourcing, Tobias and Justin share real-world experiences on leading remote teams, scaling businesses, and ensuring cultural alignment for long-term success.Key Takeaways from This Episode:✅ The Difference Between Outsourcing & Remote Collaboration – How to move beyond task-based delegation and build real team culture.✅ Maintaining Excellence in a Remote Team – Best practices for keeping alignment, communication, and productivity high across different time zones.✅ Building a People-First Culture – How empathy, leadership, and autonomy drive success in remote work.✅ The Self-Determination Theory – Why autonomy, competency, and belonging are key to high-performing teams.✅ Practical Leadership Tips – How to implement effective check-ins and organizational habits that strengthen remote teams.Tobias and Justin also share their personal journeys, from launching a global coaching tools company to overcoming challenges in cross-cultural collaboration.If you’re an entrepreneur, coach, or business leader looking to build a thriving remote team—this episode is for you!🎧 Watch Now & Discover How to Lead Global Teams Successfully!Connect with Tobias & Justin:🌎 MetaFox Website (Download Free Check-In Resources!): metafox.eu🎙️ The Making of a Coach Podcast (Tobias): Link📢 Follow Tobias on LinkedIn: Link📢 Follow Justin on LinkedIn: Link 📢 Want to build a Kingdom-driven brand while mastering leadership? Join our Kingdom Brand Compass course: masterpiecebrands.com/course/brand-buildingLooking for a way to build up your own kingdom brand? Join the Masterpiece Kingdom Brand Building Course where you will learn how to apply the best practices in marketing and branding to your brand - all while staying aligned with and true to God's plan. Find out more here: https://www.masterpiecebrands.com/1-click-sales

Feb 14, 2025 • 23min
043 | How a Thriving Marriage Fuels Business Success
Send us a textIs your marriage fueling your success—or draining your energy? 💍💡In this episode of Making a Masterpiece, Norbert Elnar sits down with Paul Kristian Aragones, an international speaker, trainer, and marriage coach who helps husbands remove stress and toxicity in their relationships. Paul shares powerful insights on marriage, leadership, and faith, showing how a strong relationship with your spouse directly impacts your business, leadership, and personal growth.From his own personal struggles to guiding thousands of couples, Paul unveils what it really takes to build a thriving marriage—even when life and work get overwhelming.Key Takeaways from This Episode:✅ The Power of Marriage in Leadership – How your relationship affects your success in business and life.✅ Common Marriage Pitfalls – Red flags that show you may be neglecting your spouse due to work-related stress.✅ The Commitment Mindset – Why a thriving marriage isn’t about perfection, but daily intentionality.✅ Faith as the Game-Changer – How a shared faith transformed Paul’s marriage and became the turning point for his family.✅ Practical Tips for Husbands & Wives – Steps to improve communication, create intimacy, and prioritize your relationship.Paul also shares his incredible personal story, from starting on the wrong foot in his marriage to experiencing transformation through faith, mentorship, and intentional love.Whether you’re a business leader, entrepreneur, or simply someone looking to build a healthier marriage, this episode is packed with real, practical wisdom!🎧 Watch Now & Start Strengthening Your Marriage!Connect with Paul Kristian Aragones:🌎 Join Team Marriage (Facebook Group): https://www.facebook.com/p.aragones📢 Marriage Coaching & Masterclasses: [Insert Link]💼 Follow Paul on LinkedIn: [Insert Link]📢 Want to build a Kingdom-driven brand while strengthening your marriage? Join our Kingdom Brand-building Course: masterpiecebrands.com/course/brand-buildingLooking for a way to build up your own kingdom brand? Join the Masterpiece Kingdom Brand Building Course where you will learn how to apply the best practices in marketing and branding to your brand - all while staying aligned with and true to God's plan. Find out more here: https://www.masterpiecebrands.com/1-click-sales

Feb 8, 2025 • 22min
042 | Success vs. Significance - Which One Really Matters?
Send us a textWhat if success isn’t just about reaching the top but about making a lasting impact? In this episode of Making a Masterpiece, host Norbert Elnar sits down with James Newell, a seasoned leadership expert and Maxwell Leadership Certified Team D-A-CH Director, to discuss the true meaning of success, significance, and leadership that transforms lives.James shares game-changing leadership principles, drawing from his experiences working with executives, startups, and global business leaders. He reveals how leading with influence, empowering others, and shifting from success to significance can redefine the way we build businesses, teams, and communities.Key Takeaways from This Episode:✅ Success vs. Significance: Why true leadership isn’t just about personal success but about creating value for others.✅ Scaling with the Right People: How to find team members smarter than you and empower them to grow your business.✅ The Power of Influence: How servant leadership and adaptability create lasting impact.✅ The Ultimate Leadership Challenge: What would people say about your leadership 5 years from now?James also shares his powerful backstory—from growing up in a bilingual household (his mother was deaf, and his father spoke) to learning the value of adaptive communication and leadership.This episode is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone looking to build a legacy that matters.🎧 Watch Now & Discover How to Lead with Significance!Connect with James Newell:🌎 Website: https://go.maxwellleadership.com/get-certified-dach-sf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maxwell-leadership-dach💼 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnmaxwellteamdeutsch📢 Maxwell Leadership Program (German-Speaking Europe): Reach out to James to learn more!📢 Ready to build a faith-driven brand that creates real impact? Join our Kingdom Brand Compass course: masterpiecebrands.com/course/brand-buildingLooking for a way to build up your own kingdom brand? Join the Masterpiece Kingdom Brand Building Course where you will learn how to apply the best practices in marketing and branding to your brand - all while staying aligned with and true to God's plan. Find out more here: https://www.masterpiecebrands.com/1-click-sales

Jan 30, 2025 • 23min
041 | Why should brands care about sustainability?
Send us a textSustainability as a Kingdom Value: A Conversation with Katie Boothby-KungIn this inspiring episode of Making a Masterpiece, Norbert Elnar sits down with Katie Boothby-Kung, an accomplished sustainability expert and ESG strategist, to explore how businesses can integrate sustainability into their operations without compromising values or profitability.Katie’s journey from her beginnings in social entrepreneurship to her roles at Shopify and Enterprise Canada highlights her deep commitment to helping businesses decarbonize, reduce waste, and make a meaningful impact. Through her faith-driven approach, Katie shares how sustainability aligns with Christian values, emphasizing stewardship, intentionality, and loving thy neighbor through business practices.Key Takeaways from This Episode:Sustainability Demystified: What it really means and why it’s crucial for businesses today.Practical Steps for Entrepreneurs: Small, impactful ways to make your business more sustainable without feeling overwhelmed.Faith and Business Alignment: How Christian values guide Katie’s approach to sustainability and stewardship.Katie also shares her incredible journey of discovering God’s hand in her career, the lessons she learned building a small business, and why even the simplest steps can create meaningful change.Don’t miss this episode filled with practical advice, faith-based insights, and actionable takeaways for building a purpose-driven business.Follow Katie Boothby-Kung:🎙️ Podcast: Talking Purpose🔗 LinkedIn: Katie Boothby-KungTune in now to discover how you can take one sustainable step at a time toward becoming a faithful and impactful brand! 🌍✨Additional CTA (if needed):Explore our course to learn how to craft a faith-driven brand: masterpiecebrands.com/course/brand-buildingLooking for a way to build up your own kingdom brand? Join the Masterpiece Kingdom Brand Building Course where you will learn how to apply the best practices in marketing and branding to your brand - all while staying aligned with and true to God's plan. Find out more here: https://www.masterpiecebrands.com/1-click-sales

Aug 15, 2024 • 24min
040 | Why Rest is Your Secret Weapon for Success
KeNosha Whitehead, a corporate legal counsel and author of "Rest for the Weary Workin' Mama Soul," dives into the profound necessity of spiritual rest. She challenges the hustle culture, emphasizing that true rest goes beyond physical relaxation. KeNosha shares her personal journey balancing law, writing, and motherhood, while navigating chaos. She highlights vulnerability as strength and discusses how meaningful rest, rooted in faith, can transform our lives. Embrace stillness to find peace amidst daily challenges!

Aug 1, 2024 • 18min
039 | How God Equips You for What Seems Impossible
Paul Ampong, an environmental engineer, financial advisor, and author of "Men at Arms," shares his inspiring battle with Multiple Sclerosis and how it shaped his resilience and faith. He discusses the challenges he faced, including significant memory loss, yet found a way to write his first book during the pandemic. Paul emphasizes the importance of faith in overcoming adversity and believes every experience has a purpose. His journey highlights the power of storytelling as a means to inspire and guide others through their own struggles.

Jul 19, 2024 • 30min
038 | Special Episode: Future-proofing Your Brand In Uncertain Times.
In this insightful conversation, Bennie Smith Jr., Chief Creative Officer of The Creative Department in Namibia, and Arne Brockmann, an IT specialist from Germany, share their inspiring journeys from ministry and academia to entrepreneurship. They explore how to future-proof brands by understanding identity and integrating faith into business strategies. Key topics include the significance of authentic branding, optimizing processes amidst uncertainty, and the importance of maintaining core values while navigating challenges and opportunities in the market.

Jun 27, 2024 • 28min
037 | Strategies for Overcoming Obstacles
Feeling lost as an entrepreneur? Discover how challenges can turn into growth opportunities. Sarah Collins Prince shares her inspiring journey of resilience, emphasizing the power of operating from a place of God's unconditional love. Learn to face self-doubt and uncover your divine vision through practical strategies. Highlights include finding true satisfaction in faith rather than worldly achievements, and actionable advice to help navigate both personal and professional obstacles. Transform setbacks into stepping stones!