Guest: Steve Larsen

What does it take to build companies that power giants like Facebook, Google, and Amazon—while surviving three open-heart surgeries and the devastating loss of a child? In this compelling episode, Dr. Allen Lycka sits down with serial entrepreneur Steve Larsen to uncover the mindset that transforms life’s toughest setbacks into fuel for success.

From his first heart surgery at age 15 to founding and leading nine different companies, Steve shares his unfiltered lessons on persistence, failure, resilience, and legacy. With stories ranging from startup crashes to personal tragedies, he reveals why consistency, gratitude, and playing the long game are the keys to building not only great businesses but also a fantastic life.

If you’ve ever faced failure, questioned your path, or wondered how to bounce back stronger, Steve’s story will inspire you to keep showing up—because your breakthrough may be closer than you think.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why resilience looks different in business setbacks vs. personal loss
• The surprising power of small, consistent “long-game” habits
• How to reframe failure as part of the entrepreneurial process
• Why freedom—not titles—is the foundation of an abundant life
• A practical exercise to focus on legacy and invest in what matters most

Connect with Steve Larsen:

• Website: stevelarsen.net
• Book: My Heart Has Been in It From the Start (Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble)

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Download his another Free Gift: The Long-Game Resilience Playbook for Founders