Go from chaos to clarity
Implement a simple, proven system that grows your leaders, your business, and your freedom.
Go from chaos to clarity
Implement a simple, proven system that grows your leaders, your business, and your freedom.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Trusted by Industry Leaders
"Nils did an excellent job tailoring his formula to our specific situation.
 
At every step, Nils either confirmed what we were doing or guided us about what needed to be done.
 
And then together, we defined what would be appropriate for our unique and specific situation."
 
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David Nedohin
Founder & CEO
ScopeAR
"We interviewed a number of highly recommended experts and selected Nils, and we couldn't be more happy with the results.
 
His ability to rapidly understand our business's complexity and specific needs stood out.
 
He's also able to focus his efforts on helping us rapidly set direction and execute our projects."
 
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Patrick Peterson
CEO
Agari
"Nils has a remarkable gift for asking powerful questions that draw out insights you didn't even know you had.
 
He challenges conventional thinking patterns and creates an environment where innovation naturally emerges.
 
His approach isn't just about providing answers; it's about teaching others to discover their own solutions through careful guidance, powerful tools, and thoughtful instruction."
 
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John Lewis
CEO
JLPN
Does Every Morning Feel Like Waking Up to a House on Fire?
Does Every Morning Feel Like Waking Up to a House on Fire?
You didn't create your business to become a full-time firefighter.

Yet here you are, extinguisher in hand, day after day.
 
Your team is smart and capable, yet somehow your phone still buzzes with questions that only you can answer.
 
Client emergencies flood your inbox while strategy documents collect dust on your desk.
 
The more your company grows, the heavier your shoulders feel.
 
Your mind is so tangled with daily knots that the vision you once had for the company has blurred into background noise.
 
The passion that once woke you up at 5am now barely gets you through the office door by 9.
 
Remember dreaming of a business that would set you free?
 
Now you've built yourself a beautiful cage you can't leave for even a weekend.
Are You Carrying More Than People Realize?
Are You Carrying More Than People Realize?
From the outside, people see success.
 
They see the office, the team, the client list, the revenue.
 
But inside your mind, different thoughts swirl:
  • "Why am I still the bottleneck when I've hired talented people?"
  • "I thought I was building a business, not another demanding job."
  • "My calendar is full, but my energy tank is empty."
  • "I can't remember the last time I thought about the big picture instead of today's crisis."
These thoughts don't signal weakness.
 
They signal that you're human—and that it's time for a different approach.
What Would It Feel Like to Finally Lead Again?
What Would It Feel Like to Finally Lead Again?
Imagine arriving to find your leadership team already moving forward—confidently, clearly, and without your constant input.
 
Your leaders tackle problems before they reach your desk, like an immune system that protects without conscious thought.
 
Meetings end with decisions and next steps, not more questions and confusion.
 
Revenue grows steadily month after month, like a garden that doesn't need you to water it daily.
 
And instead of a mind cluttered with emergencies, you have mental space that feels as refreshing as a deep breath on a mountain top.
 
You're no longer stuck in the engine room.
 
You're back at the helm, hand steady on the wheel, eyes on the horizon.
There's a System for This—And It Actually Works
There's a System for This—And It Actually Works
The Pinnacle System works like installing guardrails that keep your business running smoothly while you finally step back and catch your breath.

This isn't a complicated framework that adds more to your plate.
 
It's a straightforward rhythm that helps your leadership team sync up, take ownership, and move forward without waiting for your green light on every decision.

With Pinnacle, you'll experience:
  • Leadership Synchronization: Watch your team move like synchronized swimmers—smooth, powerful, and perfectly aligned.
  • Self-Propelling Accountability: See tasks completed without your nudging, like watching dominoes fall in perfect sequence after you've tipped just the first one.
  • Predictable Growth: Your revenue chart transforms from jagged peaks and valleys to a steady upward climb.
  • The Return of Strategic Thinking: Reclaim the exhilarating feeling of steering the ship instead of constantly patching leaks below deck.
It's not magic. It's structure—and it changes everything.
How the Pinnacle System Works (At a Glance)
How the Pinnacle System Works (At a Glance)
A proven system that transforms reactive firefighters into confident, forward-moving leaders.

1. Chart the Course Together
Every quarter, your leadership team aligns around 1–3 crystal-clear priorities everyone understands and owns.
 
Watch confusion and competing agendas dissolve into unified action.
 
2. Pass the Torch
Each leader steps fully into their role, making decisions without your constant approval.
 
You'll feel the weight lift from your shoulders as they solve problems before they reach your desk.
 
3. Create Unstoppable Momentum
A weekly cadence that catches issues early and maintains visibility without micromanagement.
 
Experience the relief of predictable progress and sustainable growth—without the constant emergencies.
What Changes With Pinnacle
What Changes With Pinnacle
Without the Pinnacle System
  • Morning: Wake up to three urgent texts about problems that should have been handled 
  • 10 AM: Sit in a meeting where nothing gets resolved and more questions land on your plate
  • 2 PM: Realize you haven't touched your most important strategic project in weeks
  • 6 PM: Leave with a heavier to-do list than when you arrived
With the Pinnacle System
  • Morning: Wake up to notifications of problems already solved by your team
  • 10 AM: Participate in a focused meeting that ends with clear decisions and owners
  • 2 PM: Spend uninterrupted time on the strategic initiatives that will transform your company
  • 6 PM: Leave with a lighter mind and energy to enjoy your evening
Is This Right for You?
Is This Right for You?
The Pinnacle System is built for founders and CEOs who:
  • Lead a business with 10–150 team members.
  • Have capable leaders who somehow still need you too much.
  • Want sustainable growth that doesn't come at the cost of your health and relationships.
  • Are ready for a proven approach that creates clarity, ownership, and genuine freedom.

  • Want the freedom to lead strategically instead of fighting fires.
The Pinnacle System is built for founders and CEOs who:
  • Lead a business with 10–150 team members.
  • Have capable leaders who somehow still need you too much.
  • Want sustainable growth that doesn't come at the cost of your health and relationships.
  • Are ready for a proven approach that creates clarity, ownership, and genuine freedom.

  • Want the freedom to lead strategically instead of fighting fires.
What It Looks Like on the Other Side of Chaos
What It Looks Like on the Other Side of Chaos
"The Pinnacle approach is customizable, nimble, and applicable to any business challenge.

It layers the latest business thinking on top of tried-and-true practices.
 
This unique combination continues to take my company and leadership to the next level."
 
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Kristi Piehl
Founder & CEO
Media Minefield
"What worked then doesn't work now. No words have been truer to business leaders who have been part of growing a company.
 
The speed at which we are having to adapt as leaders is unprecedented.
 
Having a system that is best in class, flexible, and built for growth like Pinnacle gives us the framework to evolve the system as the business evolves."
 
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Emily Morgan
Founder & CEO
Delegate Solutions
"The Pinnacle approach changes the way you view and operate your business on a daily basis.
 
It helps you to build a foundation of A-Players that live your core values, create winning playbooks, and drive clarity and alignment around your purpose and goals.
 
Our performance metrics and goals have increased at every level throughout the organization, and our entire team now understands the why.

If I could change one thing, I would have started working with Pinnacle earlier."
 
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Brandon Mensink
COO & Co-Owner
Tonna Mechanical, Inc.
Your Simple Path to Clarity
Your Simple Path to Clarity
Step 1:
Have a Real Conversation
Step 1: Have a Real Conversation
A zero-pressure discussion to see if the Pinnacle System—and my guidance—match what your business needs right now.
Step 2:
Build Your Foundation
Step 2: Build Your Foundation
Together, we'll create the alignment, accountability, and rhythm your business needs to thrive without consuming you.
Step 3:
Lead With 
Freedom Again
Step 3: Experience growth with freedom
Watch your team thrive. See your business grow. And finally lead with the vision that started it all.
You don't need to figure this out alone.
You need a clear path—and someone who's walked it before.
You don't need to figure this out alone.

You need a clear path—and someone who's walked it before.
Book My Discovery Call
Meet Your Guide
Meet Your Guide
Nils Vinje
Pinnacle Certified Guide
I'm Nils Vinje, a Pinnacle Certified Guide who's spent 25 years in the trenches of growth-stage businesses.

I've sat in your chair. I've felt the weight you carry. And I've helped CEOs like you transform chaos into clarity—without burning out in the process.
 
If you're ready to build a business that grows without consuming your life, I'm here to show you how.
You've Built Something Great, Now Let's Make It Sustainable
You've Built Something Great, Now Let's Make It Sustainable
You don't have to keep carrying it all.

You don't have to choose between growth and sanity.
 
If you're ready to lead with clarity—and finally reclaim the freedom you started this journey for—let's talk.
 
No pressure. Just possibilities.
Still Have Questions?
Still Have Questions?
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Pinnacle works best for companies with 10–150 team members that have already found product-market fit.
 
It's especially powerful for service businesses with existing leadership teams that need better alignment.
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It's a simple conversation to understand where your business stands today and where you want it to go.
 
If there's a fit, we'll discuss next steps.
 
If not, I'll point you toward resources that might serve you better.
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While many systems force your business into their rigid framework, Pinnacle adapts to your unique needs.
 
Think of it as a flexible toolkit rather than a one-size-fits-all solution—we take what works and apply it to your specific and unique situation.
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Most CEOs feel a shift after our first two-day session, like taking a full breath after months of shallow breathing.
 
Within one quarter, you'll typically see measurable improvements in team performance, meeting effectiveness, and your own mental bandwidth.
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We begin with a two-day strategic session (Basecamp), followed by quarterly leadership team meetings.
 
There's no long-term contract—just the support your business needs to grow sustainably.
© 2025 Nils Vinje. All Rights Reserved.
© 2025 Nils Vinje. All Rights Reserved.