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Built to Finish

Steven Pivnik

Business & Entrepreneuriat

Fréquence : 1 épisode/7j. Total Éps: 5

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-impact advisory services to help founders get to their finish line with a strategic acquisition or majority investor recapitalization. To learn more, go to: https://acresis.com/

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2025: The Year You Scale New Summits - Built to Finish - Episode # 004

Épisode 4

lundi 23 décembre 2024 • Durée 14:08

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 participating in Ultraman Florida, a grueling three-day triathlon, and the lessons learned from not completing the race. Other challenges include the Rim to Rim hike in the Grand Canyon, the Empire State Ride to End Cancer, and the Everest-ing event. The host also shares a close call at the Mexico-U.S. border and plans to join a Mount Everest expedition.
Additional highlights include racing in the Survival of the Shawshank triathlon, an Ironman Florida that was disrupted due to logistical issues, and an upcoming training hike at Chimborazo. The episode concludes with reflections on personal health struggles and business achievements and a preview of exciting future episodes.

Takeaways:

Learn from Each Challenge and Setback: View every experience, whether successful or not, as a learning opportunity. Analyze what went wrong and how you can improve, using this mindset to grow and better prepare for future endeavors.
Adapt and Pivot When Necessary: Be flexible and willing to change course, whether it's scrapping a completed audiobook recording to work with a notable figure or adjusting plans during an event. Adapting can create new opportunities and lead to better outcomes.
Build a Support Network: Cultivate relationships with friends, family, and colleagues, showing appreciation for their support. Their contributions are often critical to your success.
Persistence and Resilience: Keep pushing forward despite setbacks. View failure as part of the journey and setbacks as "unfinished business," vowing to return better prepared, which exemplifies a resilient mindset for long-term success.

Quote of the Show:

"Not every outcome is a win, but each one is a valuable lesson and a data point for how to do better next time."

Ways to Tune In:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ghmiiaRwVtQ9kqqqvmVQY
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-to-finish/id1781753842
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/665cacbf-79ed-4745-8856-1d8465943c65
Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/built-to-finish-5907037
YouTube: https://youtu.be/uQqF5eIGAf4

Shoutouts:

Built to Finish: https://www.amazon.com/Built-Finish-Distance-Business-Life/dp/B0CB9HWSGW
Mike Reilly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike71reilly/ | https://mikereilly.net/
Adrian Ballinger: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-ballinger-57274/
Alpenglow Expeditions: https://alpenglowexpeditions.com/

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Exiting Your Business with Confidence - Mark Hodges - Built to Finish - Episode # 003

Épisode 3

mercredi 18 décembre 2024 • Durée 46:43

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 process.

He stresses the significance of early planning, understanding valuations, and the crucial role of investment bankers. The conversation also covers managing emotions during transitions, talent and capital management, and potential challenges such as undercapitalization and governance issues. Mark concludes by offering insights into post-sale activities and advice on navigating complex partnership buyouts for successful sales.

Takeaways:

Maximize the Outcome for Everyone: When deciding to sell a business, focus on strategies that maximize the outcome for everyone involved. This includes considering factors like ownership structure and capital choice. Designing with the end in mind can significantly affect the success of your exit strategy.
Build and Maintain the Right Management Team: Invest in building a strong management team. Surround yourself with talented and trusted individuals who can grow with the company. Ensuring you have the right people in key roles, like finance, sales, and operations, can dramatically improve your business trajectory.
Seek Funding Wisely: If you aim to scale and eventually exit successfully, securing the right funding is crucial. Whether you're opting for private equity, local bank loans, or friends and family investment, be strategic about the sources and terms of your funding.
Handle Competition Strategically: Understand your competition, but don't let it paralyze you. Focus on the quality of your product or service, and build a strong sales and executive team to create 'shock and awe' in the market. Sometimes, even providing prospective buyers with your competitors' information can demonstrate your confidence.
Master the Valuation and Negotiation Process: Having realistic expectations about your business's value is essential. Utilize fair market valuations, discounted cash flow methods, and comparable sales data to get a comprehensive understanding. Hire investment bankers to assist with negotiations, and be prepared to handle due diligence thoroughly.

In the Mind of a Founder: Bill Thomas on Exit Psychology - Built to Finish - Episode # 002

Épisode 2

mercredi 11 décembre 2024 • Durée 37:14

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 exits, stressing the importance of strong financials, showcasing growth potential, and creating strategic value for acquirers.

He also highlights potential challenges, such as key account management, intellectual property issues, and maintaining forward-looking financials. Bill offers advice on keeping a business focused during the sales process and strategies for maintaining confidentiality. The conversation also touches on the emotional challenges founders face when selling their companies, emphasizing the need for a supportive team.

Takeaways:

Solid Financials are Crucial: To maximize your exit, ensure you have rock-solid financials. This includes clear revenue streams, EBITDA, and excellent forward-looking financials. Make these the foundation upon which your exit strategy is built.
Create Value for the Next Owner: Beyond strong financials, build a business with clear opportunities for the next owner to add value. Whether it's scaling the business further or opening new markets, leave something on the table that's attractive to buyers.
Think About the Strategic Sizzle: Realize the importance of the story your business tells beyond just numbers. Strategic value, such as unique technologies or industry positioning, can be the sizzle that captivates potential buyers.
Expect and Plan for Setbacks: Understand that setbacks can and will happen during the exit process. Prepare for them by diversifying your relationships within key accounts and maintaining excellent IP documentation. Anticipating bumps in the road will keep you ready to manage them effectively.
Maintain Focus on Business Operations: Do not let the exit process distract you from running your business. The last thing you want is declining metrics during a critical negotiation period. Ensure your leadership team is robust enough to handle day-to-day operations effectively.

Unleashing Your Inner Champion - Igor Yakushko - Built to Finish - Episode # 001

Épisode 1

mercredi 4 décembre 2024 • Durée 49:41

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 balances his demanding role as Vice President of Apple Bank with his passion for health and wellness, including growing his own food. The conversation also explores the value of embracing the journey, setting achievable personal goals, and finding fulfillment both in athletics and in life.

Takeaways:

Set Goals and Deadlines: Establish specific dates for achieving key milestones. A fixed timeline creates urgency and accountability.
Reflect and Adapt: Regularly review past performances, identifying what worked and what didn’t. Use these insights to adjust and refine future strategies.
Plan Meticulously: Define a clear goal and build a structured plan to reach it. Break the goal into manageable steps and stay focused throughout the process.
Prioritize Health and Well-being: Maintain a balanced lifestyle with proper nutrition, sleep, and recovery. A well-rested and nourished body and mind are essential for sustained performance and leadership.
Embrace Challenges: Welcome difficult situations as opportunities for growth. Developing resilience helps in overcoming obstacles and building strength.
Engage in Self-Talk: Use positive self-talk and visualization techniques to stay motivated, especially during challenging leadership moments or races.
Meditative Practices: Engage in activities that clear your mind and encourage reflection. Whether through running, jogging, or other exercises, these moments offer clarity and mental rejuvenation.

Quote of the Show:

"You will likely fail at some point, but that failure won't define you. Instead, it shows you where your limits are, limits that you can push and expand. Ultimately, it's a journey that helps you learn more about yourself."

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