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Our Top 10 Most Embarrassing Moments (2084) May 31, 2025

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How do you keep going when failure feels humiliating? In today’s raw and hilarious episode, Kevin and Alan recount their 10 most embarrassing moments on their journey to building Next Level University. From flopping on stage to failing in front of high-profile clients, they share what each moment taught them and why embarrassment is often the price of real growth. If you’re chasing a dream and terrified of messing up, this episode will remind you that failure is part of the process.
Learn more about:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
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NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
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Show notes:
(3:48) Our first big event flop
(5:43) We couldn’t afford dinner
(8:07) Bombing in front of a high school
(17:08) Podcast setup gone wrong
(19:49) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(20:58) Awkward moment with Laurie Harder
(23:21) Losing a millionaire client
(29:29) The six-minute mile misfire
(33:03) Coaching confidence at the mall
(36:46) Why failing forward really works
(39:48) Outro

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🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros
Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

You’re Screwed If You Think Like This… (2083) May 30, 2025

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In this honest and energizing episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge the comforting idea that you're “exactly where you're meant to be.” They explore how this mindset can quietly sabotage progress, and why taking full ownership is the key to real, lasting change. With personal stories, powerful analogies, and a verse from Eminem that hits hard, this episode is a wake-up call to stop hoping and start building.
Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________
NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
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Show notes:
(3:26) Ownership is the path forward
(5:07) Coaching means confronting the truth
(8:12) Why effort matters more than hope
(12:50) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(14:26) You can’t shortcut personal growth
(17:20) Blame builds toxic patterns
(20:04) Eminem’s verse on self-responsibility
(22:24) Your future won’t fix itself
(25:51) Outro

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If It’s Not Sustainable You Literally Can’t Succeed… (2082) May 29, 2025

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What you want lives past what you avoid. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan get real about what happens when your ambition outruns your energy. They talk burnout, broken streaks, and why sustainable progress beats short-term intensity. Whether you're building a business, a habit, or a healthier life, this conversation will help you recognize when it's time to slow down before you burn out completely. It’s not about doing more. It’s about staying in the game.
Learn more about:
Big goals don’t happen by accident. Next Level Dreamliner helps you plan, track, and follow through. Grab your copy 👉 https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________
NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
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Show notes:
(2:01) Burnout, boundaries, and balance
(3:51) The power of long-term habits
(6:56) Knowing when to hold the line
(10:21) Why we never quit the podcast
(11:22) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(15:13) Everything you want is hard
(20:43) Slow down or stop completely?
(22:12) Outro

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Sometimes The Best Answer Is “I Need To Get Better” (2081) May 28, 2025

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What if the reason you’re stuck… is you? In this episode, Kevin and Alan explore the hard but liberating truth: real growth begins with radical responsibility. Through stories of broken relationships and business lessons learned the hard way, they reveal how facing the mirror, not pointing fingers, was the key to their next level. If you're ready to trade blame for breakthrough, this conversation is for you.
Learn more about:
Big goals don’t happen by accident. Next Level Dreamliner helps you plan, track, and follow through. Grab your copy 👉 https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
Business Growth University: Real strategies to grow your business, sharpen your skills, and unlock your potential - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2501638
Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________
NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
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Show notes:
(2:53) From blame to personal ownership
(4:55) Truth, growth, and self-belief
(6:57) Finding gold in tough moments
(8:36) Do you deserve more success?
(10:26) Personality traits that matter most
(12:54) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(14:33) What we had to level up
(18:29) Scaling, pressure, and mindset shifts
(22:51) Outro

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What Are Your Essentials? (2080) May 27, 2025

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In this episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros open up about feeling overwhelmed, the pressure of high standards, and how success often forces you to re-evaluate what’s truly essential. From personal stories to practical insights, they unpack how to refocus, let go of non-essentials, and build a life around what really counts—health, wealth, and love.
Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________
NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
_______________________
Show notes:
(4:09) Why growth requires trade-offs
(7:17) Redefining what’s truly essential
(10:12) Structure is the price of ambition
(12:15) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(13:18) Letting go to level up
(16:30) One hour, maximum impact
(20:16) The real cost of big goals
(22:03) Outro

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What If You’re Not Committed Enough To Your Goals (2079) May 26, 2025

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Commitment is choosing to go all in. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan get radically honest about what real commitment looks like. From stories of hotel room sacrifices to tracking every second of a client’s exam even while feeling sick, they share how commitment shaped their results and why most people fall short. If you’ve ever wondered why others seem to get ahead faster, this conversation might hold the answer.
Link mentioned:
Big goals don’t happen by accident. Next Level Dreamliner helps you plan, track, and follow through. Grab your copy 👉 https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
_____________________
Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________
NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
_______________________
Show notes:
(2:18) The $300 hotel room story
(4:07) What true commitment actually costs
(5:48) Your goals don’t care how you feel
(9:48) Why do some people get better results
(12:39) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(14:47) The real reason you didn’t win
(16:48) Balancing commitment in life
(18:11) Believe first, then commit
(20:03) When commitment turns destructive
(22:18) Outro

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What You Work On… Works On You (2078) May 25, 2025

Show notes

What if the real reward isn’t the goal, but who you become chasing it? In this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros get real about the invisible growth that comes from showing up consistently. From embarrassing early episodes to coaching breakthroughs and hard-won lessons, they unpack how podcasting and personal development shape not just skills, but identity. If you’ve ever doubted whether your effort is paying off, this episode is the reminder you need.

Links mentioned:
Podcast Growth University: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/podcast-growth-university
Relationship Talks #48 on Thursday, June 19, at 4 PM Eastern Time: “How To Determine Your Relationship's Commitment Level” - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/gjK7xvmrR_OXIeq2toMH5Q
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Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________
NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
_______________________
Show notes:
(1:55) “What You Work On Works On You”
(4:27) From Fearful Speaker To Confident Mentor
(5:56) Why Responsibility Is the Real Secret
(7:02) Personal Growth Through Repetition
(12:26) Becoming A Man Through The Work
(13:11) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(9:56) Real example: EV deal breakdown
(13:06) Cheat codes from coaching clients
(16:05) Chess, business, and knowing the rules
(17:39) Car buying leverage you didn’t know
(24:18) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

AI Can Help You Get To The Next Level… (2077) May 24, 2025

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In today’s honest and practical episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros get real about how tools like ChatGPT aren't just for saving time, they’re for leveling up your thinking. From negotiating thousands off a car deal to gaining confidence in high-stakes decisions, they share practical examples of how AI can sharpen your mindset, increase certainty, and create real-life wins. Whether you’re skeptical or curious, this episode will challenge how you think about growth in the age of AI.
Link mentioned:
Big goals don’t happen by accident. Next Level Dreamliner helps you plan, track, and follow through. Grab your copy 👉 https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
_____________________
Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________
NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
_______________________
Show notes:
(1:45) Using AI to save real money
(3:22) YouTube Vs. ChatGPT Vs. Google
(6:44) The compound effect of knowledge
(8:19) Better questions, smarter outcomes
(9:59) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(10:26) Real example: EV deal breakdown
(13:36) Cheat codes from coaching clients
(16:35) Chess, business, and knowing the rules
(18:09) Car buying leverage you didn’t know
(19:11) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

Should You Learn From People You Don’t Like? (2076) May 23, 2025

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We all fall for the liking bias, even if we don’t see it. In this episode, Kevin and Alan get real about the hidden cost of letting personal bias block personal growth. They explore why it’s so hard to learn from people we dislike and whether that resistance is protecting us or limiting us. With honest stories and powerful insights, they unpack how to balance values, respect, and ego in the pursuit of growth.
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NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.

For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Next Level University - http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
Next Level HOPE Foundation - Reach out to Kevin or Alan. Email and socials below 👇
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Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________

We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
_______________________
Show notes:
(2:55) When bias blocks growth
(4:28) Can you separate the message from messenger?
(6:03) Choosing between being liked or respected
(8:06) The line between tough love and toxicity
(10:07) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(13:10) Why high standards narrow mentorship
(17:11) Learning from imperfect mentors
(19:05) Outro

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Is Being Obsessive Actually Bad? (2075) May 22, 2025

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What if your “too much” is exactly what the world needs? In today’s powerful episode, Kevin and Alan explore the quiet strength of obsession, not the kind that drains you, but the kind that drives you. From discipline in money and fitness to becoming better men and leaders, they show how focused passion can be a force for good.
Episode Reference:
Grab the Branding Worksheet here - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cZ6w299r1Awo6O7NgZVZ5RZsjy1jQcju/view
Learn more about:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level Dreamliner - https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
_____________________
Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -
https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04
Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -
https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin
_____________________
NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.
For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇
Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com
_______________________
We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey.
Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/
Facebook ✍
Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros
Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com
LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/
_______________________
Show notes:
(2:53) When obsession leads to results
(5:31) Addictive tendencies and growth
(11:06) When passion starts to feel like work
(14:30) Five personal obsessions that drive them
(19:55) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(23:14) Conscientiousness and business leadership
(26:54) Becoming who you needed most
(29:09) The power of caring deeply
(34:15) When obsession hurts relationships
(36:24) Standing up for what matters
(38:48) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

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