Pursuit of Excellence

Jason Bowen’s journey from chopping wood on a small farm to leading multiple companies and achieving a high eight-figure exit in 2024 is a masterclass in grit, strategy, and purpose. In this video, the blue-collar entrepreneur breaks down how he built his success from the ground up—starting with small ventures as a teenager and scaling into a powerful network of businesses. He shares the mindset s...

What does it really take to put yourself out there—knowing not everyone will understand or agree with your story? In this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence , Tinja Anderson sits down with Paige Railey , entrepreneur and founder of Single Source Insurance, to explore the mindset behind authenticity, confidence, and building a business rooted in trust. From embracing vulnerability online to helpi...

What does it take to build enduring companies—and redefine excellence along the way? In this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence , CEO Tinja Anderson sits down with Chris Van Dusen, Senior Partner at Selo Capital, to explore a hands-on approach to investing, leadership, and growth. From backing resilient founders to going “a mile deep” in business, Chris shares the mindset required to navigate pr...

What does it take to compete at the highest levels of sport, build companies from the ground up, and redefine success as life evolves? In this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence , Tinja Anderson sits down with Mike Anderson — world champion sailor, two-time Olympian, Managing Director at George Smith Partners, and Co-Founder of AHM Group — to explore how excellence transforms across seasons of l...

What really separates smart financial strategy from noise, hype, and flat‑out misinformation? On this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson sits down again with Evan Gruchot, Founder and CIO of EG Capital Holdings, to dismantle the biggest financial myths holding people back. With experience managing hundreds of millions in assets and consulting across private equity, venture c...

What does it take for founders, family businesses, and leaders to navigate critical transitions, ignite innovation, and uncover fulfillment along the way? In this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, Tinja Anderson sits down with Kasey D’Amato, a strategic advisor and executive coach who brings two decades of experience and unparalleled expertise in reshaping leadership and decision-making dynami...

Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to push past burnout, master discipline, and elevate every part of your life? In this solo episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, Tinja shares a year-in-review of her 2025 peak performance journey, packed with lessons, challenges, and triumphs. From tackling 75 Hard to competing in triathlons, HYROX races, CrossFit, and endurance events, Tinja walks you th...

What does it take to transform a business from good to exceptional, and create authentic, innovative brands that make an indelible mark? On this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson is joined by Jacques Spitzer, visionary storyteller and founder of Raindrop, a top creative agency responsible for over a billion views and sales, working with iconic brands like Dr. Squatch, Mansc...

Objections are an inevitable part of leadership, entrepreneurship, sales, and even personal relationships. But what if objections weren’t obstacles but opportunities in disguise? In this solo episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja dives into proven strategies to identify, understand, and overcome objections in every arena. Whether you’re leading a team, negotiating a deal, or striving to...

Is your business scaling without sustainability? Does your team feel misaligned or your vision unclear? In this special solo episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, your host Tinja strips down what it takes to build a high-performing, scalable business that thrives on alignment and clarity. Drawing from years of experience building strategies that connect vision with execution, Tinja introduces the...

How do you grow from nothing to building businesses worth billions, while leading with purpose and creating impact? On this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson welcomes Brandon Dewan, Co-Founder and CEO of Eagle Group, a Houston-based venture capital firm with a diversified portfolio generating over $4 billion in total revenue. Recognized as EY National Entrepreneur of the Ye...

What does it truly mean to be coachable, and how do leaders create momentum to achieve excellence? On this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson is joined by Dean Miles, founder of Bridgepoint Coaching and Strategy Group and trusted advisor to high-performing leaders worldwide. From his unconventional early career as an undercover operative to decades of executive coaching, Dea...

How do you unlock potential, overcome self-doubt, and create scalable impact in your personal and professional life? On this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson is joined by Allison Walsh — best-selling author, speaker, success coach, former Miss Florida, and founder of She Believed She Could. With a focus on empowering women, Allison shares her expertise in positive psycholo...

What does it take to transform pain into purpose, champion health freedom, and inspire thousands to live vibrantly? On this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson speaks with Marlies Ledbetter, a national leader in the plant medicine industry and a crusader for holistic healing. Known for her Christ-led, anointed approach to wellness, Marlies shares her inspiring journey from pe...

How do you scale businesses, create impactful investments, and build legacy wealth while maintaining an ethos of education and integrity? On this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson sits down with Evan Gruchot, Founder and CEO of EG Capital Holdings. Managing nearly half a billion dollars in assets as an outsourced CIO for multiple RIAs, as well as consulting for private equi...

What does it take to unlock your superhuman potential, achieve harmony in life, and lead with purpose? In this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson welcomes Brett Harmeling — a purpose-driven entrepreneur, wellness strategist, and founder of Happy Life Labs. Brett shares his transformative approach to health optimization and leadership, blending ancestral wisdom, cutting-edge...

What does it take to slay your day, beat burnout, and perform at the highest level in business and life? In this episode of The Pursuit of Excellence Podcast, host Tinja sits down with Sandi Glandt — high-performance productivity coach, best-selling author of Slay Your Day, Mrs. International 2022, and host of The CW’s Connect Network.  Sandi opens up about the mindset, structure, and discipline b...

How do you build a life and business defined by excellence, integrity, and impact? In this powerful episode of Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson is joined by Jason Jimenez, a faith-driven entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Landing Big Whales. From building one of the nation's top insurance firms to mentoring leaders through his Spiderweb Effect methodology, Jason shares how clarit...

What does it look like to reinvent yourself over and over while staying true to your purpose? In this episode of Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson sits down with Lydia Davies, a former pop star turned entrepreneur and founder of Osprey, a private global community for high-performing women in sports and entertainment. Lydia opens up about her journey through early fame, personal loss, entr...

Welcome back to The Pursuit of Excellence Podcast — the show where we go beyond the surface to explore what truly drives greatness. In this powerful solo episode, we’re diving deep into the real price of excellence. From costly failures to mindset shifts, host Tinja shares raw insights from eight years of adversity, growth, and brutal self-honesty. You’ll hear why most people try to do excellent t...

What happens when the scoreboard disappears and the crowd stops cheering? In this episode of Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson sits down with powerhouse leadership coach and former pro athlete Morgan Jones, founder of Athletes to Visionaries. Morgan is on a mission to help high performers transition from the identity of an athlete to a purpose-driven visionary, and she’s doing it through...

In this episode of Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson sits down with Jeff Krimmel, founder of Krimmel Strategy Group and a former executive at Baker Hughes, Key Energy, and Pinnacle. With a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Jeff shares how he turned a passion for complex problem-solving into a thriving consultancy that helps energy and industrial leaders use data to drive confident, strategic...

What’s the difference between staying stuck and stepping into your next level of greatness?  In this powerful episode of Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson is joined by Dean Miles, executive coach, founder of Bridgepoint Coaching & Strategy Group, and advisor to elite leaders and Olympic athletes. With a background that began working undercover and a passion for unlocking human potenti...

In this powerful premiere of Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson sits down with Olympic-level athlete, actress, executive coach, and author Yvana Hepburn-Bailey for a raw and riveting conversation on identity, resilience, and redefining success. Together, they explore what it truly means to pursue excellence beyond titles, trophies, and external validation.  Yvana shares the highs and lows...

What separates the good from the truly great? Pursuit of Excellence dives deep into the mindset, strategies, and discipline required to break through limitations and reach the highest levels of success.  Hosted by Tinja Anderson, a business strategist and financial consultant with a lifelong foundation in finance, consultancy, and global market impact, this podcast is for business owners, professi...