Working 3-4 jobs while going to school established the foundation of hard work and hustle. Growing up seeing her Dad run his own company, gave her the vision to one day starting her own business. Jocelyn and I talked about her experience living in New York City, going to the Fashion Institute of Technology, and what led her to starting her own thing. After being furloughed during the pandemic, she decided to start her business. Starting by selling her custom designs, art, and apparel on Etsy, Go...
Jun 27, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 50
When a job opportunity presented itself to move to New York City she took a leap of faith. Taking punches along the way (literally 😂😂😂😂🤣). Once the pandemic shut down NYC, she knew it was time to make another move, this time out to California. Since being out in San Diego, she’s been exploring new things that bring her peace. We touched on mental health, and how outlets such as yoga & meditation forces you to live in the moment to calm yourself. Ultimately finding the silver lining in e...
Jun 26, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 49
Jeremy is the host of the Instant Journeyman Podcast. On his podcast he speaks with successful people to understand how they got to where they are today. More importantly how they handle tough times and de-stress during the struggling times. Traveling all around the country for work, we discussed his time in New York City and Miami. NYC & Miami are the two places he has lived the longest, what those experiences have been like. Being a Father, touching on how the education system can be revam...
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 48
Kevin Murphy aka BIG ASS HEAD Murph, former Hobart Lacrosse player and all around great guy. We discussed his journey from boarding school in Massachusetts to playing college lacrosse. What the experience was like for him as a freshman to his senior year. Biggest take aways being a student athlete looking back on his time in college. What led him to making the jump to New York City post college and of course, his love for BILLS MAFIA. (Sorry for any of the guys I made run in full sweats after mi...
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 47
Sarah Desmone is the owner of The Lounge Shop Buffalo. Chick & Customizable Loungewear for your City. Sarah and I talked about how she took a massive risk quitting her 9-5 job during a the Covid-19 pandemic to pursue her dream. Ordering blank hoodies to design off Amazon turned into a full time business. She details day 1 of The Lounge Shop Buffalo to where the business is today and everything in between. "Bet on yourself, you are your greatest investment".
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 46
Stefan is the owner of Whats Pop-In Gourmet Popcorn in Buffalo, NY. As a former chef, what started out as black truffle popcorn as a side, grew into a Gourmet Popcorn business. Stefan and I talked about his business and how he built it from ground up. The mindset thats needed to become a successful business owner and the pros & cons of being your own boss. Having a vision thats bigger than a paycheck, but more so building something that will be left behind as your legacy. Personal stories fr...
Jun 22, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 45
Taylor is the owner of T Boutique in Hamburg, NY. Taylor and I talked about her path which led to her starting her own fashion business. While doing an internship, words of encouragement her manager gave her, which led to talking the risk to start T Boutique. How she built the business from the ground up and plans she has for the future. ALSO A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT THATS COMING THIS SEPTEMBER.
Jun 22, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 44
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Jun 20, 2021•58 min•Ep. 43
Collin Walsh is a Filmmaker & Cinematographer. In 7th grade recording mountain hikes and snowboarding clips sparked an obsession for film. After seeing a Cinematographer in the movie credits from Buffalo, NY made him believe "It's Possible". Having tunnel vision for bringing his vision into reality, he moved to New York City to pursue what he is interested in. The struggles of taking your own path in life, figuring it out along the way can pay off in the long run. Collin has been involved in...
Jun 18, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 42
Former John Carroll University Lacrosse player, Host of She’s Got Balls podcast, and sports marketer with the PLL. Grace and I discussed her love for sports & her career in sports marketing thus far. Having a go getters mentality, using that as your competitive advantage. Her first hand experience working for the Premier Lacrosse League. How the only person stopping you from great opportunities is you and much more.
Jun 18, 2021•38 min•Ep. 41
Alexis and I discussed her journey out to San Diego, California. She moved across the country from Cleveland, Ohio to San Diego where she works as a Territory Sales Manager for Moen. How taking the risk to pursue her dream of one day living in California has payed off for her and what she's learned about herself in the process of that. Her new lifestyle being out in California and lessons she's learned from being alone on the other side of the country during a pandemic.
Jun 15, 2021•58 min•Ep. 40
Marie is a business consultant, coach, and speaker. She has a passion for freelancing and building business communities. Marie quit her corporate 9-5 job to pursue her passion. As a successful business woman, she helps others find and build upon their passions. She talks about the power of saying no. How to dive headfirst into pursuing your dreams while maintaining the best version of yourself in the process of it all.
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 39
Alex and I discussed his path to becoming a 1st Lt United States Marine Corps officer. Prior to becoming a Marine, Alex attended Mercyhurst University where he was a 2 sport athlete in both Football and Lacrosse. His time in the military to date, what that experience has been like and much more.
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 38
Kenan discussed his time at Hobart as a student athlete and how thats prepared him for the real world. As a former basketball player lessons he has learned in facing adversity head on and how that can make all of us better in whatever we decide to do in life. Working in media and building his career in that industry. Being light hearted, roasting friends on the daily, and keeping the momentum going in life.
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 37
After an eventful college lacrosse experience filled with many ups and downs. Dane decided to live on a fishing boat in Bristol Bay, Alaska living off of sockeye salmon and other fish for 16 weeks. While in Alaska, doing some soul searching he was led to Denver, Colorado. Since then he’s been coaching High School lacrosse & building his career in Real Estate as a Mortgage Loan Originator. Many learning lessons, and bits of wisdom along the way have made him into who he is today.
Jun 05, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 36
Larson and I discussed his journey in lacrosse from growing up on the Seneca Reservation to becoming a National Champion with the R.I.T. Tigers. What lacrosse means to him, his people and what exactly the "Medicine Game" means. Discussing the differences between the box and field game. His experience playing at collegiate level, including JUCO, Division 2, and 3. What the experience was like being apart of the first ever National Championship Winning Team for the Rochester Institute of Technolog...
Jun 05, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 35
Born in Jamaica 🇯🇲 moving to the United States at the age of 7. Finding himself and who he is in America. Being the first person in his family to get a college degree and an advanced degree from Villanova Law School. How important he believes it is to have a “Board of Directors” for your life with people you can go to for advice, mentoring, & direction.
May 30, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 34
Nick Ciavarella also known as 716 Nick. Creative, Videographer, & Photographer. Renewing his passion for creating content & his journey to how he got to where he is today. Nick shoots content and works with Just Dishin a hockey streetwear and apparel company. Associated with that is Skateskins, hockey's newest form of creativity. No L's just Lessons. Nick is a creative person who thinks outside the box and lets his work do the talking.
May 14, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 33
Who is and what is Buffalo AF? Funny social media content that epitomizes Buffalo & Bills Mafia. How Buffalo AF got his start with content creation and what his page is all about. Connecting with Buffalo Bills players via a side hustle he turned into a business. The only social media creator out right now showing off what Bills Mafia has to offer. Go Bills!
May 12, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 32
Jaymee is a mental health counselor and the owner of Good Mood Food. After going through personal mental health struggles, she decided that she wanted to help others with their struggles. Jaymee and I discussed the role social media plays in these issues & how we have grown from struggles of our own. How she became a business owner, opening up Good Mood Food. How Good Mood Food came about and her big plans for the business. What financial lessons she has learned from starting her own busines...
May 11, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 31
Mike is the Assistant Linebackers Coach at the University of Buffalo. Mike and I discussed his journey from playing Division 3 college football to coaching Division 1 football. Starting off coaching at a Division 3 school to working his way up to the University of Buffalo. We discussed the power of building relationships, bringing value to others, and betting on yourself to make your dream become a reality. Mike will be coaching an NFL Super Bowl winning team one day.
May 06, 2021•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 30
James and I discussed his basketball playing career, both in college and in the pros. His experience playing college basketball and the road he took to get there. Transferring into Mercyhurst University and what that change was like for him. Coaching Women's college basketball, his future goals within the sport as a coach, and as a Father. Who his NBA GOAT is, Aaron Rodgers drama, and much more! Always goods vibes with James.
May 06, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 29
Emmily is the Founder & CEO of Buffalo Braid Babes. Emmily and I discussed her journey with Buffalo Braid Babes, and taking the leap of faith diving right into being an entrepreneur. How she left her 9-5 to pursue a dream and take a chance on herself despite all odds. Emmily dropped a lot of knowledge on how to become and be your own boss.
May 05, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 28
Tyler and I discussed his unique journey in life so far. Leaving the Air Force Academy, playing D1 lacrosse, studying abroad, and moving out West. Personal Finance lessons he has learned since working in the finance industry. Lessons on personal finance he believes we should be learning at a younger age and much more. One of the greatest guys around.
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 27
Two best friends who have been by each other's side since day 1. Different paths led them to becoming the best versions of themselves. Making sure there is always good vibes and always maintaining a great attitude in life. Being yourself leads to the best opportunities. "Everyone wants to be a Gangster, until its time to be a Gangster."
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 26
Trayvon and I discussed his journey from High School Football standout to playing college football at Hobart. The hard lesson he learned with the NCAA clearing house that directed his path to Hobart. How Hobart became one of the best opportunities and experiences for him. How he got into architecture, giving back to the youth, and whats next in his world. Work hard, play hard, & grind harder.
Apr 21, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 25
Whitty & I discussed his journey in hockey from growing up in Canada to playing at Mercyhurst University. Differences between the Canadian game and American game. Balancing being a student athlete vs only playing hockey, life after hockey, and much more.
Apr 17, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 24
2011 Mercyhurst Lacrosse National Champion, University of Tampa Lacrosse Coach, & all around great guy. Great conversation with Sully on coaching and on the game of lacrosse as a whole.
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 23
Hottub beers, J's, & Lake Tahoe brought the Lads together. Kanye's Sunday Service, growing up in California, & having his own unique style in life. How the family business & self education opened his eyes to what school doesn't teach us financially. Good Vibes always with the kid.
Apr 16, 2021•56 min•Ep. 22
Great conversation with Thomas on his 1st Published book. How one brings the idea of writing a book to life, the writing process, and what inspires that. What the book is all about, also what goes into becoming and being an author. Somewhere Between The Sand & The Surf Available Now on Amazon!!
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 21
