Built to Finish

In this episode of Built to Finish, host, Steven Pivnik, interviews Tim Ash, a leading online marketer, keynote speaker, and author of Unleash Your Primal Brain . The discussion delves into Tim's background in cognitive science and AI, his insights into evolutionary psychology, and how these concepts apply to marketing, decision-making, and human behavior.  Tim highlights the importance of habits,...

In this episode, host, Steven Pivnik, sits down with Mike Reilly, the legendary voice of Ironman, who has spent over 30 years inspiring athletes worldwide. From announcing over 215 Ironman races to coining the iconic phrase "You are an Ironman," Mike shares the stories behind these moments and the lasting impact they've had on the endurance sports community.  He also opens up about his bestselling...

In this week's episode of Built to Finish, Steven Pivnik talks with Leo Fox, CEO and Founder of Vector Consulting Incorporated. Leo shares his journey from the intelligence community to founding Tenacity Solutions, a cybersecurity company that grew to nearly 200 employees before being sold.  The conversation covers key business lessons, including the importance of hiring the right people, having a...

In this special holiday episode of the Built to Finish podcast, host Steven Pivnik, reflects on the past year, expressing gratitude and sharing highlights from a series of extreme adventures and races. Key achievements include reaching number one on the Amazon bestseller list with his book Built to Finish and receiving a major endorsement from Mike Reilly, the voice of Ironman. The host recounts p...

In this episode of Built to Finish, Steven hosts Mark Hodges, a seasoned entrepreneur and founding partner at Acresis LLC, who shares his expertise in building, exiting, and advising businesses. Mark discusses his personal journey and offers strategies for successful business exits, highlighting the importance of having the right management team, navigating competition, and preparing for the sales...

In this episode of Built to Finish, host Steven Pivnik interviews Bill Thomas, the Founder and Managing Partner at Acresis. He has played a key role in the growth of high-performing companies worldwide. They discuss his journey in the advisory industry, including his experience with Equiterra, which he grew to $100 million before selling to KPMG. Bill shares insights on preparing for business exit...

In the debut episode of the Built to Finish podcast, host Steven Pivnik sits down with Igor Yakushko, a seasoned athlete and financial expert. Igor reflects on his impressive accomplishments, including completing 35 Ironman triathlons and numerous ultramarathons. He opens up about the mental and physical challenges of endurance racing, the strategies that have helped him thrive, and how he balance...

Welcome to Built to Finish! Join host, Steven Pivnik, each week as he explores the journeys of audacious goal setters. This includes experienced Founders, CEOs and entrepreneurs sharing pivotal moments that propelled their success. We'll also be talking with endurance athletes who push the limits of physical and mental ability. This show is brought to you by Acresis — offering tailored, high-impac...