What separates the good from the truly great? Pursuit of Excellence dives into the mindset, discipline, and strategies needed to break through limits and reach your highest potential.
Hosted by business strategist and financial consultant Tinja Anderson, each episode delivers inspiring stories, best practices, and actionable insights for business owners, professionals, and leaders who refuse to settle for average. If you're ready to master the fundamentals, push past plateaus, and redefine success on your terms, the pursuit starts here.
From Farm Kid to 8-Figure Exit: Jason Bowen’s Blueprint for Building Purpose-Driven Businesses
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 shifts required to evolve from an owner-operator into a visionary CEO, why building deep relationships is the ultimate growth strategy, and how creating a “one source of truth” for customers can unlock massive scale.
Jason also reveals how he redeployed his capital after his exit, targeting overlooked blue-collar businesses and transforming them with modern systems for immediate growth. Beyond profit, he dives into his mission-driven work—supporting vulnerable communities and helping entrepreneurs find meaning through impact.
If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, business owner, or someone seeking purpose beyond financial success, this conversation delivers actionable insights on leadership, delegation, investing, and building a legacy that matters.
24 Mar 2026
Owning Your Story: Confidence, Authenticity & Building Trust in Business
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 helping clients make smarter, more informed insurance decisions, Paige shares how owning your story—regardless of outside opinions—can become your greatest strength.
Together, they unpack the realities of handling criticism, standing by your message, and creating value through service in a crowded digital world.
You’ll learn:
✔️ Why not everyone needs to agree with your story
✔️ How to build confidence by staying authentic
✔️ The importance of second opinions in major financial decisions
✔️ How trust becomes your biggest asset in business
✔️ Why showing up consistently matters more than perfection
✔️ The mindset required to grow both personally and professionally
Whether you're building a brand, growing a business, or learning to embrace your voice, this episode will challenge you to show up boldly—and own your story.
17 Mar 2026
From Grit to Greatness: Chris Van Dusen on Building with Purpose
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 pressure, avoid costly mistakes, and scale with intention.
Together, they unpack the balance between data and instinct, the reality behind AI trends, and why true success comes from discipline, focus, and adding value without expecting immediate returns.
Whether you're a founder, operator, or investor, this conversation will challenge how you think about excellence—and how to pursue it for the long term.
Connect with Chris:
Instagram: @chrismvandusen
Connect with Tinja:
Instagram: @tinjaanderson, @pursuit_of_excellence_pod
TikTok: @tinjaanderson_pod
Podcast Website: The Pursuit of Excellence Podcast
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