Would you agree that pretending is a cousin of lying? It is problematic when people pretend to be something they're not, especially when they leverage themselves and their experience to give advice or sell something. Besides being inauthentic, pretending can be disastrous. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about how they have trouble pretending to their audience and clients. They share that they must walk the talk and live by example to give real advice. They also di...
Jan 08, 2023•22 min
We all have wants that we are willing to give up less important things for, and there are deeper reasons behind them. It may not be obvious why it is a big deal to us. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about why some things have a strong hold on our attention. They discuss that the reasons go beyond necessity and are most often rooted in our childhood or an important event in our lives. They also share things that are important to them and why to help us look into ou...
Jan 07, 2023•22 min
In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about our three identities. Kevin shares that he feels that he is on the cusp of moving to his third identity - the person he must become. They discuss that there comes a time when you reach a point where you don't know who you are anymore. During this time, you need to endure to come out on the other end with your new identity. They also share that it can feel like you enter a chapter of your life that you need to figure out and tha...
Jan 06, 2023•24 min
At the beginning of the new year, many of us stop to reflect on the year that passed. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros look back at the evolution of NLU. They talk a little bit about how they were individual podcasters before they joined together and the old name of this podcast. They discuss what it was like at the start and how they grew from a team of just two people - Kevin and Alan. They compare the extra time they had to hang out with their full calendars now. They...
Jan 05, 2023•26 min
In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about being proud of what they have achieved so far in their journey. They talk about being proud of their improvements as podcasters. They also highlighted the things they can do now that they are financially secure: allowing them to give more value to their audience and those that reach out to them. In addition, they discuss that assigning credit where it is due, including ourselves, is important. They share that we deserve to cele...
Jan 04, 2023•28 min
With the new year comes the resolutions. What are your goals for this year? Do you have a long list, or have you chosen what to focus on? In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about focusing on three things. They share what helps them get started, such as their most important habit that builds their self-esteem. They discuss that it is unique for everyone and that consistency is key. They discuss focusing on successful days to gradually build up to successful weeks, mont...
Jan 03, 2023•31 min
In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the importance of root cause analysis. They discuss that oftentimes we have to dig into the how and why of a behavior or situation. They give examples of how root cause analysis helped their team members and clients adjust their mindset after uncovering a root cause of a problem they had. They share that sometimes the solution is not always to learn something new. Sometimes we have to unlearn something that has been programmed ...
Jan 02, 2023•21 min
More often than not, we avoid doing something right because we’re afraid of hurting others, getting hurt, or simply because it’s hard. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share some personal experiences of doing something right despite it being hard and winning in the end. Links mentioned: Next Level Group Coaching - https://nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/ Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/ _______________________ Website ...
Jan 01, 2023•28 min
Happy New Year to all our listeners, new or old, and we wish you all the best for the year to come. We are positive that you are going to become the best version of yourself, especially if you’ve been doing the hard work in the past weeks, months, or years. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros wanted to give you something to reflect on as we await 2023. Who among your circle of friends and family belongs to certain buckets of relationships? If you notice more of them on the ...
Dec 31, 2022•27 min
Success takes work. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the sense of entitlement to happiness that some people have. They explain it as the mentality that you are entitled to enormous rewards with little effort or without wading through the mud. They explain how, even though we deserve a good quality of life, we need to put in a lot of effort over time to receive enormous rewards. They say that we shouldn't complain about our lives if we haven't attempted to improve...
Dec 30, 2022•26 min
Let’s be real; there aren’t many people in this world who would choose to be lonely. We, as human beings, thrive off our interactions and connections with others. We often don’t do well alone. Some fear it so much they settle and keep people that don’t deserve a spot in their life hanging around. But, Is being unhappy with an individual emotionally and mentally better than just learning how to be comfortable with just YOU? In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the one...
Dec 29, 2022•28 min
Are you spreading yourself too thin with so many commitments? Are you afraid to offend someone when you say ‘no’ or pivot on a decision to meet someone or attend an event? In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about setting boundaries and saying ‘no’ to others so you can say ‘yes’ to yourself. They share that sometimes we find ourselves in a situation where we have to make a choice, and if you have to choose yourself and say ‘no,’ don’t feel guilty about it. They also add t...
Dec 28, 2022•26 min
After holding an event, conducting an experience review or an evaluation is a good practice. How did it go? Did it meet or exceed your expectations? Or was it a failure? In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share their experience review after the recent Next Level Hope Foundation charity event. They compared it to the first one they held when only two kids attended. They shared that one of them expected success more, while the other predicted some failure. They also talk about ...
Dec 27, 2022•24 min
Sometimes we hit a rut in our journey but don’t see it or refuse to acknowledge it. We get away with it because we may be surrounded by “yes people” who are afraid to rock the boat by telling us the truth. When this happens, we need someone brave enough to give us a good kick in the butt to set us right. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the truth contract and what it means in our relationships. They share that we can only kick butts when we have a strong truth co...
Dec 26, 2022•22 min
An essential component of success is belief. It is hard to take action if you don’t believe you have what it takes. This is why surrounding yourself with goal-oriented people is important. You can borrow from someone in your circle if your belief is not enough. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the importance of belief in achieving your goals. They dive into who can fuel your fire and that only people with more fire than you can add to your fire and emphasize that...
Dec 25, 2022•36 min
When you constantly move forward and face changes as you level up, you tend to lose yourself. You deal with many people and sometimes feel the need to do something unusual for you to succeed. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about rechecking in with yourself to avoid evolving into someone else. They talk about staying authentic while working hard to achieve your goals. They discuss the power of guilt and listening to your inner compass. They share how your inner compas...
Dec 24, 2022•32 min
Let’s dive deeper into imposter syndrome and what it can look like for different people, shall we? In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share their relatively recent experiences with imposter syndrome. They also talk about the possibility of imposter syndrome to ever go away and how embracing it would make you a better person. Link mentioned: Group Coaching - https://nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/ Next Level Monthly Meetup #13: "Setting Clear Goals for 2023 That Actua...
Dec 23, 2022•31 min
With the holidays peppered with gatherings with family and friends from here and far away, it becomes easy to forget ourselves and put self-care last on the list. We get pulled in by the excitement and focus on giving and being available for everyone. In this week’s Q&A, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros respond to questions about letting self-care slip, making sound decisions, and staying focused. They share in-depth answers and valuable tips that can help us with the holidays and the o...
Dec 22, 2022•27 min
We all have different levels of talent, determination, or discipline. This also means that our best looks different from another’s best. Our best can also look different depending on the season of our lives. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about being aware of doing our best while being gracious to ourselves. They share that sometimes when it seems like we are not moving forward, we just need to weather the storm and let the season pass. Link mentioned: Group Coaching...
Dec 21, 2022•22 min
Oftentimes, the hardest part of a journey is taking the first step. This is true when we are embarking on a journey to pursue a goal. Something stops us from starting that process. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share their bottlenecks and how they overcome them to be able to leave square one. They look back and describe their imperfect performance at the beginning and how taking action and learning helped them succeed. They share that evaluating your current position and...
Dec 20, 2022•28 min
Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about responsibility and how this relates to feeling out of control. They talk about giving away responsibility and the opportunity to take control of your life. They examine the three buckets or levels of responsibility that determine your level of control over situations and your life. They also share that the amount of responsibility you take shows your belief in yourself and your influence. Links mentioned: Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/gro...
Dec 19, 2022•29 min
In this episode, there is a lot of talk about mud and grass. Host Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros described their journey to where they are now. They began with nothing and had to deal with many challenges. They talk about their situation as entrepreneurs starting a new business and their struggles to make the grass green. They also share the proper mindset when chasing your dreams. Link mentioned: Next Level Business Solutions - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-business-solutions/ _...
Dec 18, 2022•26 min
In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros narrow down the one hard thing that unlocks everything else. They share the one thing they need to do so that the rest of their day runs smoothly. They also discuss their deepest pain and what kills a person’s self-esteem. They also talk about statistics surrounding this theory. They then conclude that self-discipline is important in this equation because a person will not do that one hard thing without it. Links mentioned: Next Level Nation...
Dec 17, 2022•25 min
Everyone has felt fear at some point. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about fear and its meaning. They describe the nervousness, anxiety, and fear when they are about to do something they have not done before. They discuss being scared about how things would turn out. They also shared that over time you can be less and less afraid, and one day you will look back to the time you feared something, and you will see you’re not scared anymore. Links mentioned: Next Level H...
Dec 16, 2022•26 min
In this first revamped Q&A episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros pick the three best questions among hundreds that were sent in and dive deep into answering each one. Today they respond to questions about mindsets and relationships. Links mentioned: Join Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700 Next Level Monthly Meetup #13: "Setting Clear Goals for 2023 That Actually Build Belief" - https://bit.ly/3YmJf4o _______________________ Website 💻 www.nextlevelun...
Dec 15, 2022•33 min
What version of yourself are you when you are with other people? We sometimes wear a mask when we are with some people. We must put on a mask for various reasons, such as making people like us, avoiding conflict, hiding our true selves, fitting in, and more. Thankfully, most of us have people with whom we can be authentic – no mask needed. What a relief! In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about fitting in and being our authentic selves. They recall moments when they were...
Dec 14, 2022•29 min
Your mindset is a set of beliefs that shape how you make sense of the world and yourself. It influences how you think, feel, and behave in any given situation. It means that what you believe about yourself impacts your success or failure, so it is essential to have the right ones. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about mindsets and share the three mindset shifts you can have for a more fulfilling life. Links mentioned: Group Coaching Round 9 starts on January 3, 2023 (...
Dec 13, 2022•37 min
In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the question you should start asking yourself. They share their thoughts and experiences about making decisions and choosing what’s fulfilling. They discuss how to measure this fulfillment and ask the right questions to narrow down what fulfills you. Is feeling happy about something enough? What is your definition of happiness? What makes you happy? They flesh out the different levels of happiness and fulfillment from each other’s...
Dec 12, 2022•21 min
You’ve likely heard about living an intentional life. It seems like intentional living is everywhere these days, but what does it really mean to be intentional? What does it look like to do things with intention? In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about living intentionally and why and how you can do it. Intentional living means building your life around your core beliefs and values. While intentional living is powerful, it’s not always joyful, peaceful, or easy. But rem...
Dec 11, 2022•31 min
How do you react when you’re in an uncomfortable situation? When you’re put on the spot, or you hear unpleasing news, what’s your go-to reaction? Are you a calm-and-collected type? Or are you someone who loses their cool and escalates the situation? Today hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about reactions and how it says more about you than the person or the situation you are reacting to. How you react to a situation says everything about your character. Sometimes, showing strength isn’t...
Dec 10, 2022•30 min
