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#1584 - Nobody Knows What The Hell They're Doing Jan 17, 2024

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Have you ever felt like you're just winging it in life? Navigating through life can often feel like an improvisational act, especially when faced with the inevitable uncertainty of personal and professional growth. In this episode, Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros delve into the paradoxical experience of figuring it out while simultaneously becoming experts in their respective fields. It’s an invitation to laugh at life's uncertainties and embrace the chaos of personal growth. It's a candid discussion about finding your path without a map, balancing authenticity with the pursuit of self-improvement, and, ultimately, the art of winging it through life and learning.
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Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
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Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/
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Show notes:
(2:41) Knowing and not knowing in life
(5:34) An example from High School
(6:17) How much are you learning
(10:53) Struggles with comparison
(13:57) Alex highlights how Next Level Business Solutions helped him optimize his time for maximum productivity.
(15:19) Continuous improvement
(19:07) Winging it through life and learning
(24:40) Outro

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#1583 - Is The Thing You're Running From The Thing You NEED The Most? Jan 16, 2024

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Have you ever faced a moment in your life when someone's mere presence seemed to push all your buttons, yet somehow, you emerged stronger from the experience? In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talked about the labyrinth of life, where each twist and turn can reflect our inner selves; relationships often act as the most honest of mirrors. We find the keys to our evolution within the dynamic interplay of connections. This intricate dance between individuals can challenge us, trigger us, and ultimately catalyze a transformation that resonates at the core of our being.
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Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
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NLU is far more than just a podcast, and we have so many more resources to help you achieve your goals and dreams.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
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Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
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We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email.
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Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
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Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/
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Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Show notes:
(1:47) Work through it and learn more about it
(4:48) Character or competencies and dealing with insecurities in a constructive way
(10:30) Villainize or reflect
(14:14) Alex highlights how Next Level Business Solutions helped him optimize his time for maximum productivity.
(15:29) The power of humble pie
(17:22) Insecurity makes you triggered
(21:27) Figure out what to do with your triggers
(29:26) Outro

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#1582 - 1 Of The Most Important Things To Know About Yourself Jan 15, 2024

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In this episode, Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros discuss the intricacies of our responses to trauma, which are essential for personal growth, empathy, and healthy relationships. They emphasize the significance of self-awareness in understanding why we react in specific ways, which can help us support those around us better. It’s about uncovering the layers of our emotional needs and confronting the habits developed due to our coping mechanisms.
Links mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup #26: "Three Words You Need To Remember If You Want A Next Level Relationship" on February 1st, 2024, 06:00 PM EST -
https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
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NLU is far more than just a podcast, and we have so many more resources to help you achieve your goals and dreams.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
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We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email.
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Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
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Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/
Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Show notes:
(1:35) Knowing what you do when you feel a particular type of way
(2:58) Little "T" and Big "T"
(6:38) The four labels
(9:53) Alex highlights how Next Level Business Solutions helped him optimize his time for maximum productivity.
(10:42) Perceive and identify
(13:23) It's an opportunity
(15:38) Choose the proper response
(17:18) Outro

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#1581 - What Do Your Expectations Say About You? Jan 14, 2024

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Ever find yourself pleasantly surprised or unexpectedly let down by your performance? When it comes to personal development, there is often a mismatch between our self-belief and the reality of our capabilities. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros dredge into this intricate relationship, exploring the consequences of cognitive distortion on our growth and achievements.
Links mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level Dreamliner - https://a.co/d/f1FWAQA
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Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
The best way to track your habits is here! Download the app: Optimal - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/optimal/
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Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
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We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Show notes:
(2:08) How do you determine where you are?
(4:15) Accurate
(7:33) Aligning self-belief with reality
(9:01) The power of action
(11:10) Chad shares how Next Level Podcast Solutions transformed his podcast and provided invaluable assistance along the way.
(13:31) Dreamliner
(15:51) Self-belief to self-worth
(21:26) Outro

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#1580 - An Answer We ALL Know But Hate To Hear Jan 13, 2024

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Picture the unassuming caterpillar, enduring its time in a cocoon before emerging as a butterfly. That's a journey of transformation that echoes the themes of our latest discussion, where we dissect the fundamental truth behind achieving success—it's a marathon, not a sprint. In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros peel back the layers of time's role in personal growth, relationship building, and wealth accretion. The accumulation of time, experiences, and consistent effort shapes the fulfilling future we all strive for.
Links mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level U Book Club - Email 💬 Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
The best way to track your habits is here! Download the app: Optimal - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/optimal/
_______________________
Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
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We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Show notes:
(1:43) Embracing time
(4:16) Long-term success and compound effect
(6:43) All things in life are accumulative
(11:16) Chad shares how Next Level Podcast Solutions transformed his podcast and provided invaluable assistance along the way.
(11:57) Overnight awareness
(15:28) Underestimated
(20:45) Outro

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#1579 - A Dangerous Cycle For Your Relationship Jan 12, 2024

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Have you ever held back from speaking your truth, only to watch silence breed misunderstanding and arrogance in a relationship? In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros delved deep into the silent battles many face in relationships – the struggle to communicate assertively and uphold one's self-worth. The silence that often blankets our most profound truths can suffocate, leading to misunderstandings and even arrogance on the part of a partner who remains unaware of our inner turmoil. Break free from that cycle and foster relationships built on mutual respect and balanced dynamics.
Links mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Free Course Teaser - http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
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Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
The best way to track your habits is here! Download the app: Optimal - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/optimal/
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Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
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We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Show notes:
(3:07) Struggling with courage
(7:01) Build self-worth
(9:29) Fear of expression
(11:29) Four pillars of self-worth
(14:24) Chad shares how Next Level Podcast Solutions transformed his podcast and provided invaluable assistance along the way.
(16:30) Investing in self-Worth
(18:13) Relationship dynamics
(24:26) Outro

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#1578 - Do You Actually “Just Trust People Too Much”? Jan 11, 2024

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In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros focused on a critical component of human interaction—trust. The conversation will take listeners to understand the delicate balance between trusting too much and not trusting enough. This balance, often called the trust equilibrium, is essential in personal and professional relationships. Navigating the emotional landscape of trust is indeed a tightrope walk. Still, with the right balance, we can stride confidently, expanding our trust circles and embracing the relationships that shape our lives.
Links mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
To learn more about group coaching, https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/
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Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
The best way to track your habits is here! Download the app: Optimal - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/optimal/
_______________________
Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
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We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Show notes:
(2:38) Too much and too little
(5:17) Younger Kevin
(12:09) Chad shares how Next Level Podcast Solutions transformed his podcast and provided invaluable assistance along the way.
(12:47) It can be earned over time
(14:57) The importance of trust in relationships
(18:45) Two dimensions of trust
(27:50) Outro

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#1577 - 6 Questions That Will Help You Understand Yourself So Much Better Jan 10, 2024

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In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros delve into the human psyche; we often encounter complex theories attempting to decipher what drives us. A prominent self-help and personal growth figure presents a relatively simple yet profound framework: the six core human needs. These needs are the blueprint of our motivations, the undercurrents guiding our decisions.
Links mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Email 💬
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
-25 Conscious Love Languages:
-Next Level Live: Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 (Mid-day Event)
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Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
The best way to track your habits is here! Download the app: Optimal - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/optimal/
_______________________
Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Show notes:
(1:38) The needs of the human
(4:05) The needs of the spirit
(5:27) What drives you?
(12:05) Chad shares how Next Level Podcast Solutions transformed his podcast and provided invaluable assistance along the way.
(13:18) What's the thing that is most tied to it?
(17:54) Self-awareness for life's trajectory
(25:08) Outro

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#1576 - One Reason We ALL Need To Avoid Fake Confidence - Part 2 Jan 09, 2024

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In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros tackle the complex issue of authenticity in the realm of self-confidence. It's a journey many of us are on—stripping away the layers of fake bravado to discover the bedrock of genuine self-assurance. This conversation goes beyond the surface, allowing listeners to explore the depths of genuine self-efficacy and align their inner convictions with their outward appearance.
Link mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
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Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
The best way to track your habits is here! Download the app: Optimal - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/optimal/
_______________________
Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
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Show notes:
(2:48) Personal anecdote
(5:02) Difficult but doable
(6:50) Unveiling the reality of fake confidence
(8:33) Confidence is depth
(14:19) Authenticity and self-confidence
(17:41) Chad shares how Next Level Podcast Solutions transformed his podcast and provided invaluable assistance along the way.
(20:10) Toxic ego?
(25:14) Actions over words
(28:18) Navigating relationships and building confidence
(35:20) Outro

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#1575 - One Reason We ALL Need To Avoid Fake Confidence Jan 08, 2024

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In personal development and self-improvement, confidence is often heralded as a cornerstone of success and fulfillment. Yet, beneath the surface of this revered trait lies a complex web of perceptions and realities that can either empower us or lead us astray. In today’s episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros delve deep into the nuances of what constitutes genuine confidence as opposed to the veneer of fake assurance that is all too common in today's society.
Link mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
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Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
The best way to track your habits is here! Download the app: Optimal - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/optimal/
_______________________
Any of these communities or resources are FREE to join and consume

Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level 5 To Thrive (free course) - https://bit.ly/3xffver
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/
Next Level Monthly Meetup: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/

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We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Show notes:
(2:03) The importance of right community
(3:55) The actual reasons behind
(6:20) Back in 2014
(10:56) Chad shares how Next Level Podcast Solutions transformed his podcast and provided invaluable assistance along the way.
(12:50) Uncomfortable truth
(16:02) Self-belief
(19:26) Outro

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