Lance Bergstein grew up as a nationally ranked tennis player, but his biggest challenge wasn’t on the court. It was off it—convincing others that his Type 1 diabetes wouldn’t hold him back. Turned away by coaches who feared the “liability,” young Lance learned early how to prepare harder, think faster, and prove himself again and again.
That resilience is what now fuels him as CEO of Lincoln Equities Group and as a professional endurance race car driver. Whether he’s negotiating a multimillion-dollar deal or navigating a hairpin turn at 100 mph, Bergstein leans on two things: his preparation—and his mindset. He believes decisiveness is a muscle, one that must be trained by making fast calls, owning outcomes, and learning from the past.
At Lincoln Equities Group, he’s built a team where ideas matter more than titles and where every employee has a stake in the outcome—literally. His approach to business is part engineering, part gut instinct, and all team-first.
In this episode, you will learn:
• How to develop “eyes up” vision and anticipate opportunities before they arrive
• Why decisiveness beats perfection in both racing and leadership
• How Lance builds employee loyalty through deal-level ownership and culture
Resources:
- Connect with Lance on LinkedIn
- Learn more about Lincoln Equities Group
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