In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros ask the tough questions about what it truly means to commit. From early podcast memories and panic attacks in hotel rooms to turning down high-paying jobs and living with less to pursue more, they reveal what going all in really looks like. Whether you're building a business, improving your health, or chasing a personal goal, this episode is a wake-up call to match your behaviors with your biggest ambitions. No fluff, just real stories, real lessons, and real talk.

Learn more about:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
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

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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

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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:
(2:30) The interview that broke Kevin
(4:09) Kevin’s first panic attack
(7:33) Alan’s early struggles with communication
(10:18) Feeling alone in the mission
(13:08) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(16:25) What going “all in” really means
(20:29) Sacrifice is the only shortcut
(24:32) Daily discipline vs wishful thinking
(26:30) If you don’t act, you don’t get
(27:59) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

Balancing growth and burnout is a challenge we all face. In this episode, Kevin and Alan share how they stay high-performing without hitting a wall through smart habits, honest reflection, and systems that actually work. Tune in to reset how you think about work, rest, and success.

🔗 Find out more:
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

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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:
(2:15) Finding your personal performance limit
(4:56) Growth isn’t sustainable without rest
(9:46) Daily systems that prevent burnout
(14:14) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(16:36) Quality of life starts with discipline
(24:42) Success is built on trade-offs
(27:52) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

Are you growing faster than your old passions can keep up? In today’s refreshingly honest episode, Kevin opens up about questioning his love for MMA and what it revealed about his evolving identity. He and Alan explore what it means to shift from consumer to investor thinking, why discipline matters more after you succeed, and how true wealth often hides behind simplicity. From walking away from overpriced habits to mastering car negotiations, this episode is packed with wisdom for anyone serious about long-term growth.

🔗 Find out more:
Reach your potential in life and business: Business Growth University - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2501638
Grow, scale, and monetize your Podcast: Podcast Growth University - https://podcastgrowthuniversity.buzzsprout.com/
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:
(3:04) Shifting from consumer to investor thinking
(6:15) Discipline after success
(9:04) Living by principles, not perception
(16:31) Making sacrifices for the long game
(21:29) The truth about productivity Vs. Popularity
(24:42) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(27:09) How to spot fake success
(33:09) Real-life lessons in negotiation
(40:37) Knowledge is power and protection
(46:17) Growth means letting go
(48:01) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

In this powerful episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros unpack the illusion of progress, revealing how “productive procrastination” can keep you stuck. They share personal stories, practical tools, and honest insights on how to stop chasing motion and start building real momentum. Learn how to tell the difference between meaningful work and comfort tasks, and how to align your habits with what truly matters.

🔗 Find out more:
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
Next Level Blog - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-blog-2/

Episode reference:
Alan’s First YouTube Video: (How to Choose Your Top 5 Heroes! - Real Life Superheroes) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GBpe9Ks5vA

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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:
(2:35) The trap of productive procrastination
(4:46) Starting fast Vs. Building to last
(9:12) Why consistency beats intensity
(11:22) Time leaks: The hidden cost of scrolling
(15:33) Real progress feels uncomfortable
(16:44) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt
(18:49) Fear, ego, and taking the first step
(23:53) Urgent Vs. Important Vs. Significant
(30:22) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

Chasing quick wins can make life feel like a game to finish. In today’s eye-opening episode, Kevin and Alan unpack the difference between chasing short-term wins and building a life that lasts. They share real stories, tough lessons, and the one shift that helped them stop playing not to lose and start playing to grow. You’ll discover why self-belief is the foundation of long-term success and how to stop treating every moment like it’s the Super Bowl. If you’re ready to move from survival mode to sustainable growth, this conversation is for you.

🔗 Find out more:
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:
(2:38) What it means to play the infinite game
(4:22) Finite Vs. Infinite thinking in fitness
(6:24) Failing small to win big
(8:55) Why self-worth fuels long-term vision
(12:35) Ordinary Vs. Extraordinary thinking
(15:27) At NLU, your success is our purpose. Join us every first Thursday for tools, insight, and the spark to move forward. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/drNdstrXSt6d7q7NnHITgA
(20:37) Aim higher, live better
(23:21) Fulfillment is a byproduct
(25:18) Letting go of perfection to keep playing
(27:14) You can change the game
(29:07) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

Are your goals truly aligned with who you are? In this episode, Kevin and Alan explore why chasing goal after goal can still leave you feeling stuck. They share how building a strong personal philosophy and aligning with your true identity is the real key to growth. Through relatable stories, mindset shifts, and powerful coaching insights, you’ll learn how to stop relying on willpower and start living in alignment. This one’s for anyone ready to stop grinding and start growing.

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:
(3:29) Identity Vs. Outcome-driven success
(5:04) The power of personal philosophy
(9:21) At NLU, your success is our purpose. Join us every first Thursday for tools, insight, and the spark to move forward. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/drNdstrXSt6d7q7NnHITgA
(10:40) Reprogramming beliefs through coaching
(14:14) How new identities unlock growth
(16:03) Life mantras that guide us
(17:41) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros get honest about the myth of doing it all alone. From sleep scores to burrito confessions, they show how humility and accountability aren’t just helpful, they’re essential. You’ll hear personal stories, team lessons, and a powerful breakdown of why public accountability fuels consistency and results. If you're trying to level up in life, love, health, or business, this episode will give you the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed.

Learn more about:
Next Level Group Coaching (Level up your life and your podcast) Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5 PM EST - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/

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:
(3:10) The power of public accountability
(7:30) Two extremes that sabotage growth
(10:46) How teams create real results
(13:46) At NLU, your success is our purpose. Join us every first Thursday for tools, insight, and the spark to move forward. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/drNdstrXSt6d7q7NnHITgA
(15:08) Humility, habits, and burritos
(19:47) Why accountability is a cheat code
(23:50) Success requires self-awareness and structure
(25:25) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!

Goals are just problems in disguise. In this episode, Kevin and Alan unpack the real power behind problem-solving and why it might be the most important skill you can build. From saying “yes” before you’re ready to reframing how you see challenges, this quick-hitting conversation is packed with insights on confidence, action, and growth. Whether you’re stuck, scaling, or starting something new, this episode will shift your mindset in just 15 minutes.

Learn more about:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
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:
(1:57) Say yes and figure it out
(4:27) Hold your breath and learn
(6:01) Goals always come with problems
(9:06) At NLU, your success is our purpose. Join us every first Thursday for tools, insight, and the spark to move forward. https://bit.ly/3SxdnbQ
(11:23) The real goal behind the goal
(13:53) Self-belief starts with action
(16:17) What higher quality problems look like
(17:04) Outro

Send a text to Kevin and Alan!