Planes, Golf, and Building While Flying
Thu Oct 23 2025
Summary
In this live-streamed episode of The Blueprint Tour, hosts Kenneth Shultz and Carter Huddleston welcome back Zach Molzer, a Kansas City–based real estate developer, for his second appearance on the show. This time, the conversation trades spreadsheets for stories — from empty Southwest flights and the gamble of boarding groups to golf, growth, and what it really means to “build while flying.”
Blending humor and hard-won perspective, Zach opens up about learning in motion — the messy, unscripted process of running projects, building teams, and figuring it out as you go. The trio dives into the parallels between aviation, golf, and business: why turbulence is inevitable, how mindset shapes outcomes, and how staying calm through chaos leads to smarter decisions in development and life.
They also explore the power of curiosity, the role of humility in leadership, and why competence — whether on a construction site or a golf course — builds credibility faster than talk ever could. From golf course dealmaking to founder self-awareness, it’s an unfiltered, funny, and surprisingly grounding conversation that reminds listeners: you don’t have to have it all figured out to keep building.
Candid, real, and filled with moments of laughter and learning, this episode captures the heart of The Blueprint Tour — builders learning out loud and sharing what it takes to stay in motion.
Keywords
Zach Molzer, Kansas City real estate, The Blueprint Tour, Kenneth Shultz, Carter Huddleston, learning while building, real estate development, builder mindset, startup growth, golf and business, leadership, adaptability, curiosity, development strategy, entrepreneurship, live podcast
Takeaways
* Keep learning in motion: You’ll never have all the answers — keep flying anyway.
* Golf is more than a hobby: Competence, composure, and connection build trust and open deals.
* Turbulence happens: In business or flight, the goal isn’t control — it’s calm.
* Curiosity is a superpower: Staying teachable keeps you adaptable and ahead.
* Fun builds community: Laughter and honesty often lead to the most valuable insights.
Sound Bites
“We’re literally building the airplane while we’re flying it.”
“You can raise millions of dollars on the golf course if you’re competent and fun.”
“Always be learning — whether it’s development, engineering, or just figuring out life.”
“Sometimes you just have to fly the plane and trust you’ll learn what you need on the way down.”
“The little things — like a USB-C charger on a plane — can make your day. Same thing in business.”
Chapters
* Welcome and Live Stream Intro
* Empty Flights and Boarding-Group Roulette
* Turbulence, Safety, and Why People Still Fear Flying
* “Building the Plane While Flying It”: Learning in Motion
* Golf as Business: Deals, Discipline, and Connection
* The Builder’s Mindset: Adaptability and Curiosity
* College Sports Tangents and Purdue Pete Nightmares
* Maturing in Golf and Life
* Final Thoughts and Reflections
Where to Find Zach Molzer
Twitter · LinkedIn · Molzer Development
Where to Find The Blueprint Tour
YouTube · TikTok · TheBPTour.com · Kenneth Shultz (Host) · Carter Huddleston (Host)
Get full access to The Blueprint Tour at www.thebptour.com/subscribe
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Summary In this live-streamed episode of The Blueprint Tour, hosts Kenneth Shultz and Carter Huddleston welcome back Zach Molzer, a Kansas City–based real estate developer, for his second appearance on the show. This time, the conversation trades spreadsheets for stories — from empty Southwest flights and the gamble of boarding groups to golf, growth, and what it really means to “build while flying.” Blending humor and hard-won perspective, Zach opens up about learning in motion — the messy, unscripted process of running projects, building teams, and figuring it out as you go. The trio dives into the parallels between aviation, golf, and business: why turbulence is inevitable, how mindset shapes outcomes, and how staying calm through chaos leads to smarter decisions in development and life. They also explore the power of curiosity, the role of humility in leadership, and why competence — whether on a construction site or a golf course — builds credibility faster than talk ever could. From golf course dealmaking to founder self-awareness, it’s an unfiltered, funny, and surprisingly grounding conversation that reminds listeners: you don’t have to have it all figured out to keep building. Candid, real, and filled with moments of laughter and learning, this episode captures the heart of The Blueprint Tour — builders learning out loud and sharing what it takes to stay in motion. Keywords Zach Molzer, Kansas City real estate, The Blueprint Tour, Kenneth Shultz, Carter Huddleston, learning while building, real estate development, builder mindset, startup growth, golf and business, leadership, adaptability, curiosity, development strategy, entrepreneurship, live podcast Takeaways * Keep learning in motion: You’ll never have all the answers — keep flying anyway. * Golf is more than a hobby: Competence, composure, and connection build trust and open deals. * Turbulence happens: In business or flight, the goal isn’t control — it’s calm. * Curiosity is a superpower: Staying teachable keeps you adaptable and ahead. * Fun builds community: Laughter and honesty often lead to the most valuable insights. Sound Bites “We’re literally building the airplane while we’re flying it.” “You can raise millions of dollars on the golf course if you’re competent and fun.” “Always be learning — whether it’s development, engineering, or just figuring out life.” “Sometimes you just have to fly the plane and trust you’ll learn what you need on the way down.” “The little things — like a USB-C charger on a plane — can make your day. Same thing in business.” Chapters * Welcome and Live Stream Intro * Empty Flights and Boarding-Group Roulette * Turbulence, Safety, and Why People Still Fear Flying * “Building the Plane While Flying It”: Learning in Motion * Golf as Business: Deals, Discipline, and Connection * The Builder’s Mindset: Adaptability and Curiosity * College Sports Tangents and Purdue Pete Nightmares * Maturing in Golf and Life * Final Thoughts and Reflections Where to Find Zach Molzer Twitter · LinkedIn · Molzer Development Where to Find The Blueprint Tour YouTube · TikTok · TheBPTour.com · Kenneth Shultz (Host) · Carter Huddleston (Host) Get full access to The Blueprint Tour at www.thebptour.com/subscribe