Welcome to The Decoding Success Podcast - the show for high-performers who have used their trauma to fuel their success. If you have ever felt like a black sheep, someone who experienced isolation, neglect, or disconnection, you're in the right place as we guide our community to feel seen, understood, and connected to their highest selves. Matt LeBris hosts our weekly show, as he dives deep with world-renowned leaders in business, entertainment, sports, science, health, and literature, provi ...
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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 ma ...
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The Spreading Success Podcast dives deeply into the day to day lives of the world's elite business owners and social media influencers to help you break free from the different business stereotypes that exist in today’s society. New Episodes Every Thursday P.S. If you receive any value from my episodes, please be sure to rate this podcast 5 ⭐️ and SUBSCRIBE ✅ for weekly value!!!
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Don't Wait for Perfect: Why Your Personal Brand Needs an Imperfect Start with Matt LeBris
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51:15In this inspiring and candid episode, Steven welcomes his first in-person guest, Matt LeBris, host of the globally top 1% ranked Decoding Success Podcast and a Brand Strategist with Brand Builders Group. Matt shares his incredible career journey, beginning with a cold pitch to Shark Tank's Damon John that turned a five-minute conversation into a mu…
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365. Rory Vaden: Differentiation Is Dead. Be Unique Instead.
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54:39BUILD YOUR BRAND w/ Brand Builders Group Rory Vaden joins the show to break down why differentiation is dead — and why your real advantage is your uniqueness. If you've ever struggled to build an authentic personal brand because you've spent years people-pleasing, fitting in, or carrying an identity that wasn't truly yours, this episode is a reset.…
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Paul Pacun on Capital Velocity and Cash Flow Discipline
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41:19Paul Pacun, CEO & Founder of Meiotic and its flagship sales enablement platform Vablet, joins the show to discuss his 26-year journey in tech, starting with taking a company public during the 2000 dot-com bubble. He shares the origin story of Meiotic and its eventual pivot from marketing to individual dentists to targeting the highly compliant Life…
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The AI Dilemma: Balancing Innovation, Ethics, and Responsible Growth | Dr. Cindy Gordon
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32:35Dr. Cindy Gordon, CEO and founder of SalesChoice, joins host Steven Pivnik to discuss her "evolutionary" journey from executive roles at giants like Accenture and Xerox to launching her own tech company. She details how she first joined a venture capital firm to learn corporate finance before co-founding one of the early companies to use AI for pre…
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364. Why You Resist Change (And How to Finally Surrender) with Jessica Zweig
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1:02:10💰 Book your F R E E Brand Strategy Call here: freebrandcall.com/mattlebris In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Matt sits down with bestselling author, entrepreneur, and spiritual teacher Jessica Zweig for a raw exploration of what it really means to surrender, evolve, and take radical responsibility for your life. Jessica opens up abou…
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From 200-Mile Races to CMO: David Chase on Resilience and Goal Alignment
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41:19David Chase, an avid ultra-marathoner and the President at WorkBoard, joins Steven Pivnik to discuss the powerful intersection between endurance sports and business leadership. David shares how his professional rise to CMO coincided with his running journey, which has included multiple 100+ mile races and even a 200-mile event. He explains that for…
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363. Dr. Mariel Buqué on Breaking Generational Trauma & Healing in Micro Victories
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1:10:20BOOK YOUR FREE BRAND STRATEGY CALL 👉 https://freebrandcall.com/mattlebris In this powerful episode of Decoding Success, we are joined by Dr. Mariel Buqué — psychologist, intergenerational trauma expert, and author of Break The Cycle. This conversation goes deep into what healing actually looks like, why the in-between seasons of life feel so uncomf…
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The Upside of Down: Rebuilding Life After Catastrophe with John Ulsh
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57:11John Ulsh, resilience coach, speaker, and author of “The Upside of Down,” discusses the catastrophic car accident that changed his life forever. John shares the harrowing details of the 2007 collision that involved his wife and two young children, leaving him with a less than 3% chance of survival. He takes us through his grueling recovery, which i…
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The Perfect Meal Formula: Unlocking Health with Dr. Anna Pleet
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40:09Dr. Anna Pleet discusses a comprehensive and compassionate approach to tackling obesity and improving overall health. Anna emphasizes that weight loss is far more complex than the simple "calories in, calories out" mantra. She explains her patient-centered method, which begins with listening and understanding an individual's mindset, motivations, a…
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362. How to STOP Chasing Validation & Become Your Own Best Friend w/ Valerie Greenberg
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49:28👉 Start here (free strategy call): freebrandcall.com/mattlebris Today's conversation with TV personality and author Valerie Greenberg is a masterclass in shifting from external approval to inner authority. We dig into befriending the inner critic, choosing presence over the next "big high," and how to build your Confidence Community... those truth-…
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361. Find Peace After Pain with Richie Romero
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1:14:03MAKE MONEY FROM YOUR PERSONAL BRAND 👉 https://freebrandcall.com/mattlebris/ WATCH ALL EPISODES ON YOUTUBE 👉 https://www.youtube.com/c/MattLeBris What if the thing standing between you and peace… is the lie you keep telling yourself? In this raw and powerful conversation, Richie Romero joins Decoding Success to unpack what it truly means to heal. Fr…
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Hugh Massie on Dreaming Big, Starting Small, and Finishing Strong
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36:13Hugh Massie, the Founder and Executive Chairman of DNA Behavior, a globally recognized behavioral AI solutions architect, shares his guiding principle for entrepreneurs: "dream big, start small, and finish big." He encourages founders to think beyond financial metrics and focus on the human impact their business can have, even setting goals as auda…
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Optionality, Risk, and Building for the Long Game with Miles Spencer
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39:44Miles Spencer is no stranger to risk, resilience, and reinvention. A multi-exit entrepreneur, investor, and adventurer, Miles has spent decades building companies in digital media, mentoring founders, and even chasing adrenaline in places like Pamplona and the deserts of the Middle East. Now, he’s channeling that same spirit into his most personal …
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360. Psychotherapist Terri Cole: The Secret to Healing Your Childhood Wounds & Building Healthy Relationships
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1:12BUILD YOUR BRAND WITH INTENTION 👉 https://freebrandcall.com/mattlebris/ Psychotherapist Terri Cole reveals how childhood wounds quietly shape every relationship you have—and how to finally heal them. From codependency and fear of disapproval to the inability to set healthy boundaries, Terri shares the personal stories and therapeutic frameworks tha…
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Adam Vernon: From a Pile of Old Skis to a Thriving Outdoor Furniture Brand
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34:55Adam Vernon, the Founder and Managing Director of Colorado Ski Furniture, shares his incredible story of how he turned a pile of old skis into a thriving and easily recognized business. With nearly two decades of experience, Adam discusses the evolution of his company, from a weekend stress reliever to a full-time venture that exploded during the C…
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359. How a 3% Chance to Live Changed Everything w/ John Ulsh
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1:15:03Build Your Personal Brand 👉 https://freebrandcall.com/mattlebris/ What would you do if life gave you a 3% chance to live? In this episode of The Decoding Success Podcast, host Matt LeBris sits down with John Ulsh, a husband, father, entrepreneur, and survivor of a devastating car accident that nearly claimed his life. John's story isn't just about …
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Flipping the Script for National Podcast Day with Steven Pivnik
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22:36By Steven Pivnik
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358. Jason Stacy: Control Your Emotions, Harness Your Energy, Audit Your Environment
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1:23:02WORKING ON YOUR PERSONAL BRAND? DON'T DO IT ALONE 👉 https://freebrandcall.com/mattlebris/ In this episode of The Decoding Success Podcast, host Matt LeBris sits down with world-renowned performance coach Jason Stacy, the man behind some of the most elite athletes and CEOs on the planet. Jason's work with Olympians, professional fighters, and even t…
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Ismael Larrosa on Luck, Design, and Navigating the Startup Rollercoaster
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44:46Ismael Larrosa, Founder and CEO of the UX-led development company Capicua, joins the show to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, from defying his father's wishes to attend design school to leading one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas. Ismael shares his philosophy on the significant role luck plays in success, the importance of choo…
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Dr. Stephen Timme on Transforming Your Sales Strategy with Insight-Led Selling
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41:04Dr. Stephen Timme, Founder of FinListics and Author of “Insights Led Selling”, shares his unique journey from academia to entrepreneurship and details the critical shift modern sales organizations must make: moving from outdated feature-and-function pitching to sophisticated, insight-led conversations. He explains why today's executives are under i…
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357. How to Let Go of Control and Find Peace (with Panache Desai)
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56:51building your personal brand? get some complimentary strategy here 👉 https://freebrandcall.com/mattlebris/ watch this episode on YouTube 👉 https://youtu.be/gTJmhYN6q1Q In this episode, Panache Desai and Matt LeBris dive into what happens when we stop trying to fix the unfixable, surrender control, and embrace who we truly are. We explore how ambiti…
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The Mindset of a Top Performer: Sales Tactics, 75 Hard, and Stan Sher
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35:54Stan Sher, a respected writer, speaker, and president of Dealer eTraining, shares his personal journey from starting as a car salesman at 20 years old to founding his own company, overcoming going broke three times along the way. The conversation dives into why the car-buying process is often unpleasant, which Stan attributes to undertrained, trans…
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From Alcatraz Swims to AI: The Grit of a Tech Founder | Brant McNaughton
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42:38Brant McNaughton, the Founder and Managing Director of the web development consultancy Ecce. Brant shares his journey of transitioning from a 15-year career in global finance to becoming a tech entrepreneur in the late '90s. For over 26 years, he has built his agency on a foundation of strong relationships and reputation, growing organically throug…
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356. Kyle Maynard: The 3-Foot Rule That Will Change Your Life
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1:18:09COMPLIMENTARY BRAND STRATEGY CALL: https://freebrandcall.com/mattlebris What do you do when the summit feels impossible? Kyle Maynard, NYT bestselling author, speaker, and athlete—breaks down the mindset that got him from an 0–35 wrestling record to bear-crawling a 22,800-foot mountain. His rule? Three feet at a time. We dig into focus, unlearning,…
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Unlocking Organizational Potential with the Work to Value Management System | Mike Hogan
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47:48Mike Hogan, CEO of Insights7, is a seasoned business leader with over 25 years of global experience. Hogan shares his journey from providing advisory services to developing a software-as-a-service platform designed to help organizations align their execution with strategic goals through his "work to value management system." He discusses the common…
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Content, Community, and Commerce: Evan Dash on Modern Brand Building
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51:29Evan Dash, the co-founder and CEO of the billion-dollar kitchenware brand, Dash, shares his remarkable journey from being a firefighter to a corporate executive at Macy's, and ultimately, an acclaimed entrepreneur. He details the initial struggles of launching a business, the relentless challenges of managing cash flow in a rapidly growing company,…
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Paralyzed to Powerful: How Hope, Discipline, and Teamwork Fuel Recovery - Robert Paylor
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48:30Robert Paylor, a former standout rugby player for UC Berkeley, shares his incredible journey of resilience and recovery. During a national championship game, a catastrophic injury left Robert paralyzed from the neck down, with doctors telling him he would never walk or use his hands again. Robert recounts the harrowing moments on the field, the dev…
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355. How to Reclaim the Desires You've Suppressed for Years w/ Dr. Robert Glover
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1:17:13What happens when you realize the life you've built isn't fully yours? When the career, relationships, or goals you've been chasing were shaped more by approval and outside expectations than your own true desires? 🎙️ Work with Matt & Build Your Personal Brand: freebrandcall.com/mattlebris In this episode of the Decoding Success Podcast, I'm joined …
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354. The Hardest Lesson I've Learned About Opportunity
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11:12I want to let you in on something that hit me hard recently: If you're "playing it cool" in life, chances are… you're actually just playing yourself. In this solo episode, I'm breaking down a moment that made me reflect deeply — a missed opportunity on a Brooklyn street that left me with instant regret. I'm sharing it because I know I'm not the onl…
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Growth, Transformation, and Risk: What Your Board Really Cares About | Naomi Kent
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46:26Naomi Kent, the founder and CEO of The Boardroom Company, discusses the intricate dynamics between founders and boards of directors. Naomi shares her 22 years of experience, outlining when founders should formalize an advisory board, what key roles board members play, and how to navigate the challenging transition when outside investors bring in a …
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353. Suzy Batiz on the Darkest Season of Her Life And the Gold She Found There
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1:10:22Suzy Batiz, the creator of Poo-Pourri and one of the most unconventional entrepreneurs in the game, joins The Decoding Success Podcast to share the raw, unfiltered truth about chasing success… and what she found when she got it. This is NOT the story you've heard before. Suzy opens up about the bankruptcy, divorce, suicide attempt, and even the dar…
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352. It's Okay to Not Be Okay — How to Rewire Your Mind with Dr. Caroline Leaf
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1:05:39Dr. Caroline Leaf takes us on a journey through the science of the mind–brain connection. You'll learn powerful tools to manage moments of anxiety, overwhelm, and panic—based on neuroplasticity and her signature Neurocycle method. Highlights include: How to reframe your inner narrative with intentional breathing, validation, and cognitive shifts. T…
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Sell Anywhere: How to Conquer Rejection and Find Your Purpose | Donnie Tuttle
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48:23Donnie Tuttle, a passionate coach, author of "Sell Anywhere," and professor at the School of Professional Design, shares his transformative journey of relearning sales while living a nomadic life with his family, moving from one Airbnb to another for over two years. He discusses how to move from "the grind to working from your design" by infusing s…
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351. Haley Hoffman Smith: You're Not Blocked, You're Believing the Wrong Thing
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51:13What if the life you dream about is actually one belief shift away? In this episode of The Decoding Success Podcast, I'm joined by the magical Haley Hoffman Smith—subconscious mind expert, speaker, and author of You Have the Magic. Together, we explore what's really holding people back from their desires, why self-doubt isn't yours to begin with, a…
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Finish Lines & Bottom Lines: A Conversation on Sobriety, Triathlons, and Family Business | Adam Hill
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44:25Adam Hill, a professional EOS implementer, international keynote speaker, and CEO of the nine-figure family business, Hill Brothers Chemical Company, shares his incredible journey from a decade-long struggle with alcoholism and anxiety to becoming a world-championship qualifying Ironman triathlete. He details the turning point that led him to sobri…
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The Rainmaker Trap: Why Promoting Your Top Salesperson Can Stall Growth | William Bell
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39:33William Bell, Chief Sales Officer at Chief Outsiders and Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Accelerate Consulting, discusses the critical strategies for successfully selling a business. He shares his expert advice for founders, covering everything from maximizing valuation to navigating the intense due diligence process. Discover the common "tr…
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Beyond the Game: Joanna Lohman on Authenticity and Resilience
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32:52Joanna Lohman is a globally recognized keynote speaker, sports diplomat, mental performance coach, and a former professional soccer player for the Washington Spirit. Joanna shares her powerful journey from the pitch to the podium, offering insights into her transition from elite athlete to transformational speaker and coach. Joanna dives deep into …
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The Art of the Deal: Kelly Stratton's Insights on M&A
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40:22What does it take, not just financially, but emotionally and strategically, to sell the company you built from the ground up? Kelly Stratton, President and Founder of Quire, a cloud-based platform transforming technical report writing. As a seasoned environmental engineer and advocate for Agile development, Kelly shares her journey through the succ…
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Know Your Number: A Masterclass in Exit Strategy - James Hall
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40:30In this episode of Built To Finish, host Steven sits down with James Hall, CEO of Enate, to explore his impressive track record in the advanced technology sector and his strategic approach to successful business exits. James takes us through his entrepreneurial journey—starting with the founding of Gen Four in 2012, its acquisition by Accenture in …
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The Learn-It-All Leader: How Good Decisions Equal Success | Damon Lembi
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36:42Damon Lembi, a two-time bestselling author, podcast host, and the founder and CEO of Learnit, shares his perspective on leadership and decision-making. He discusses the central concept from his book, "The Learn It All Leader," which contrasts "learn-it-alls" who are humble and open to new ideas, with "know-it-alls" who are stuck in their ways. A ke…
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350. Sam Dogen: Pain Is Progress: Why Financial Discomfort Can Free You
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44:55What if the very thing you're avoiding, financial discomfort, is the key to your freedom? In this episode of The Decoding Success Podcast, we're joined by Sam Dogen, the creator of Financial Samurai and author of Millionaire Milestones. Together, we unpack the biggest financial lie millennials are still telling themselves, why winging it with your …
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Overcoming the Impossible: Cystic Fibrosis, Pro Football, and Beyond with NFL Vet Mike Pawlawski
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51:39Former professional football player and inspirational figure Mike Pawlawski shares his journey from overcoming cystic fibrosis to becoming a world champion quarterback. Mike discusses his success in building companies, his work as a TV producer and broadcaster, and his role as a keynote speaker and high-performance coach. He emphasizes the importan…
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The Human-AI Workforce: Armando Viteri on the Future of Productivity
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48:23Is your business truly ready for the AI revolution, or will it be left behind? In this episode of Built To Finish, we sit down with Armando Viteri, a seasoned executive with over 25 years in enterprise computing and a co-founder of multiple successful companies. Join us as Armando unpacks the profound ways Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the l…
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With Intention: Jon Giganti on Aligning Purpose and Performance
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40:36Jon Giganti, a seasoned sales professional, former division one collegiate athlete, and author of the USA Today bestseller 'With Intention.' John shares his journey of writing the book, rooted in his early experiences with motivational literature and his struggles with performance in sports and sales. He discusses the concept of living with intenti…
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Code Blue to Bottom Line: Balancing the ER and Entrepreneurship | Mike Cetta
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34:29Ready to scale your business and make a real impact? Discover how a healthcare leader built a massive company and is now disrupting medical technology! Michael Cetta, a physician and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in emergency medicine, shares his journey from leading MEP, an emergency medicine group that grew to 10 locations and 300…
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From Base Camp to Summit: Everest Adventure Q&A with Steven Pivnik
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23:56What’s it really like to record a podcast from Mount Everest Base Camp in Tibet, China? 🏔️ Join Steven Pivnik, host of the Built to Finish Podcast, as he takes you behind the scenes of his mountaineering journey—answering YOUR questions from 17,000 feet up! In this high-altitude episode, Steven reveals: ✔️ His future adventure goals and climbing bu…
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The Climb and the Challenge: Louise McEvoy's Adventure on Everest and Beyond
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41:00Louise McEvoy, a motivational speaker, Everest Summitter, and the Vice President of US Channel Sales at Trend Micro, shares her inspiring 20-year journey to summiting Mount Everest, detailing the challenges, rigorous training, and mountaineering experiences that shaped her path. She also discusses the importance of preparedness and the risks associ…
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349. Annalie Howling: A Shameless Life Is Possible — Here's How
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1:04:24What if the reason you're exhausted, disconnected, or stuck… isn't failure — but shame? In this deeply vulnerable and transformational episode, performance coach and trauma expert Annalie Howling joins Matt to reveal how shame shapes our identity, fuels burnout, and keeps us from experiencing real connection — with others and ourselves. Annalie sha…
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First Woman to Climb the World’s Second-Highest Summits | Jenn Drummond
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36:41Jenn Drummond, a world record holder for being the first female to climb the second-highest summits on each of the seven continents, including K2. Jenn is also an international speaker, author of 'Break Proof,' host of the 'Seek Your Summit' podcast, and the founder of Clearwater Wealth Management. She shares her experiences of surviving a near-fat…
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348. Happiness Isn't a 10/10 Every Day — Here's What It Really Is
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30:40I've been thinking a lot lately about what really makes us happy. And spoiler alert: it's not about chasing a perfect 10/10 every single day. In this episode, I've got the fellas in the studio with me, and we're diving deep into the real meaning of happiness — and how you can create it for yourself starting right now. We're unpacking the myths we'v…
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