Next Level University

Next Level University

By: Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros

Language: en

Categories: Education, Self Improvement, Health, Fitness, Mental, Society, Culture

Success isn't a secret. It's a system and we teach it every day.Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers, entrepreneurs, and self-improvement addicts who are ready to get real about what it takes to grow. Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros, this show brings raw, honest conversations about how to build a better life, love more deeply, lead with purpose, and level up in every area... from health to wealth to relationships.With over 2,000 episodes and listeners in more than 175 countries, we combine experience, data, and deep coaching insights to help you:Master your m...

Episodes

Clarity Is Just The Start… (2308)
Jan 10, 2026

Progress requires precision, not hope. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan expose why ambition without clarity leads to stalled results and wasted effort. This conversation centers on direction, standards, and the systems that turn work into measurable progress.

If you are busy but not advancing, this episode speaks directly to that gap. It challenges vague goals, loose execution, and the habit of reacting instead of leading. The focus is control, alignment, and long-term consistency. Remove the guesswork and start moving with intent instead of momentum.

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Duration: 00:26:30
You Got To Play Offense, Not Just Defense (2307)
Jan 09, 2026

Are you protecting yourself, or sabotaging your potential?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan challenge the habit of playing not to lose and explain why waiting, hoping, and “being patient” often mask fear. Built on their real-world experience, coaching data, and long-term pattern recognition, they unpack the psychology behind rejection, avoidance, and misplaced consistency. This is a focused conversation on offense, ownership, and why progress accelerates when action is intentional and aligned with the goal.

No hype. No motivation talk. Just clear thinking, performance principles, and hard-earned perspective. Listen carefully. Then choose whether you keep defe...

Duration: 00:20:35
Hiding From The Truth Only Hurt You… (2306)
Jan 08, 2026

 In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros examine how leaders and high performers decide what they are willing to see and what they prefer to avoid. Filtering reality can feel like focus or protection, but over time, it influences judgment, confidence, and the quality of decisions being made. Grounded in real client conversations, business experience, and thousands of long-form discussions, this episode explores how people handle uncomfortable information under pressure.

The emphasis is not on mindset slogans or motivation, but on awareness, discipline, and long-term consistency. Listen carefully. Then ask you...

Duration: 00:20:38
Should You Really Bite Off More Than You Can Chew…? (2305)
Jan 07, 2026

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge one of the most repeated ideas in personal development and expose why it quietly derails long-term success. One philosophy prioritizes pressure, risk, and rapid growth. The other protects consistency, identity, and sustainability. Both have merit. Both carry costs. Drawing from years of coaching patterns and thousands of conversations, this episode forces an honest look at how people actually grow, burn out, or compound results over time.

This conversation is not about motivation or hype. It is about self-belief, risk tolerance, performance psychology, and knowing how much weight you can carry...

Duration: 00:32:06
No Sacrifice Needed Is A Lie (2304)
Jan 06, 2026

Success costs more than people are willing to admit. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan challenge a widely accepted belief that quietly limits growth, consistency, and long-term results. They explore what happens when ambition meets reality and why real progress demands clear decisions instead of comforting narratives. This episode speaks to those who take personal development seriously. It centers on discipline, self-respect, and the often-ignored cost of avoiding hard trade-offs. 

The focus is not on motivation or inspiration, but on clarity, standards, and sustainability over time. Listen with intention. Then decide which commitments you are willing to...

Duration: 00:25:11
How To Find The Most Important Tasks (2303)
Jan 05, 2026

What if your lack of progress has nothing to do with effort and everything to do with focus?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan challenge how most people think about productivity, progress, and focus. They break down why tactics alone rarely move the needle and why clarity, self-awareness, and pattern recognition matter more than effort. This conversation is for anyone who feels busy but stagnant, disciplined but misdirected, or consistent without seeing proportional results. It reframes how to identify what actually drives outcomes in business, health, and relationships, and why fewer, better decisions compound faster over time.<...

Duration: 00:40:00
What People Mean When They Say “Less Is More” (2302)
Jan 04, 2026

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge the way most people think about effort, focus, and progress. The idea of “less is more” is familiar, but rarely understood correctly. This conversation reframes the Pareto Principle as a decision-making standard, not a productivity trick. It confronts why most people stay busy yet stagnant, why real progress feels slower than expected, and why long-term results demand a different mindset entirely. 

This episode is about leverage, patience, and choosing what actually matters when the payoff is far away. Listen closely. Then cut the noi...

Duration: 00:21:01
You Are The Problem AND The Solution (2301)
Jan 03, 2026

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge a belief that quietly limits progress. When results stall, the issue is rarely what most people point to. The real constraint often sits closer than expected and goes unnoticed for years. This episode creates a sharp shift in how responsibility, effort, and progress are understood. It redirects attention away from external noise and toward what actually drives long-term outcomes.

If you are serious about building lasting results in your life, business, health, or relationships, this episode will change how you evaluate your own growth. Listen carefully. The leverage is closer...

Duration: 00:21:09
If “Seeing Is Believing” Resonates With You… Listen To This (2300)
Jan 02, 2026

Long-term growth requires a different standard of belief. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan explore why most people struggle to sustain momentum, even when they want meaningful results. This conversation challenges the idea that motivation is enough and reframes belief as something earned through action, proof, and consistency over time. Drawing from years of experience, real patterns, and hard lessons, they unpack what actually drives long-term performance without burnout or shortcuts.

If you are focused on self-awareness, discipline, and becoming someone who can handle bigger outcomes, this episode will recalibrate how you think about growth. Press pl...

Duration: 00:34:35
The #1 Reason Self-Improvement Content Isn't Helping You (2299)
Jan 01, 2026

Why does so much self-improvement content leave you informed but unchanged?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan confront the uncomfortable truth behind why personal development rarely translates into real results. They challenge the feel-good, shortcut-driven culture that rewards clicks over competence and explain what actually creates lasting growth. This conversation cuts through false promises, highlights the difference between value and validation, and reinforces the standards required for real progress in the real world.

If you are tired of consuming content without seeing change, this episode will sharpen your discernment and reset your expectations. Stop collecting...

Duration: 00:23:36
Having Your “1 Thing” Isn’t Enough (2298)
Dec 31, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge the belief that finding one clear focus is enough to create a meaningful and successful life. They break down why clarity without structure often leads to stalled progress and why discipline, standards, and consistency matter more than motivation. 

This episode cuts through common self-improvement shortcuts and reframes what real growth looks like across health, wealth, and relationships. It speaks to anyone who feels focused but stuck, informed but inconsistent, and ready for a more grounded approach to personal development. Press play and ask...

Duration: 00:35:24
The Best Way To LOSE All Of Your Self-Belief (2297)
Dec 30, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge the belief that setting bigger goals automatically builds confidence. They explain why self-belief is earned through alignment, proof, and disciplined action, not motivation or hype. Drawing from psychology and thousands of real coaching conversations, they show how misaligned goals quietly erode confidence and consistency over time. This episode reframes what real self-belief looks like and how it is built one credible win at a time.

If you want stronger follow-through, clearer goals, and confidence you can trust, listen closely. Build belief the hard way so it actually lasts.

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Duration: 00:25:54
How Much “Obsession” Is Bad? (2296)
Dec 29, 2025

Focused people build uncommon results. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan challenge the way commitment and focus are misunderstood in personal development. They break down why progress often looks extreme to people who avoid responsibility, discomfort, and judgment. This conversation centers on belief, identity, and consistency. It exposes how fear of disapproval limits execution, why most goals are capped by perceived capability, and what it actually takes to sustain results over time.

If you are done negotiating with your standards and want clarity over comfort, this episode will sharpen how you think, choose, and execute. Listen wi...

Duration: 00:22:46
What Made The Biggest Difference This Year? (2295)
Dec 28, 2025

What actually separates years that move your life forward from years that quietly slip by?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan break down the single factor that made the biggest difference in their most successful year. They challenge the idea that progress comes from motivation and explain why focus, standards, and intentional goals drive consistency, discipline, and long-term results. This is a grounded conversation on attention control, identity, and building outcomes that compound over time.

If you care about personal development, time management, and sustainable success, this episode will sharpen how you think about where...

Duration: 00:20:57
Stop Saying You Don’t Have “Enough Time" (2294)
Dec 27, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros expose the real reason most people struggle with consistency, productivity, and follow-through. This conversation cuts past surface-level time management advice and into priorities, self-discipline, and long-term identity. Drawing from years of coaching and thousands of conversations, they explain why time is allocated, not found, and why high performers build their lives around non-negotiable standards. 

If you are focused on personal growth, habit formation, and sustainable success, this episode will challenge how you think about effort, sacrifice, and results. Stop protecting comfort and start bui...

Duration: 00:21:45
Letting Go May Be The Most Important Thing (2293)
Dec 26, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge the common belief that self-improvement is about doing more. They examine why real personal development often requires letting go, not adding on. Through years of experience, disciplined consistency, and thousands of conversations with high performers, they explore how outdated habits, environments, and identities quietly sabotage decision-making and long-term growth.

This conversation is for anyone serious about clarity, alignment, and building a life that actually moves forward instead of staying busy in place. Listen with intention, because what you release next may matter more than what you pursue.

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Duration: 00:19:12
What’s It Mean To Live A Principle-Based Life (2292)
Dec 25, 2025

Long-term success is built on what you refuse to compromise. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan down why principles, standards, and integrity are not optional if you want real fulfillment and sustainable performance. This conversation cuts through shortcuts, surface-level success, and false wins to examine how identity, decision-making, and self-trust are shaped over time. Drawing from decades of experience, thousands of episodes, and real-world coaching, they explain why many people win fast but lose themselves in the process.

This is a grounded look at what actually holds up under pressure, scrutiny, and time. Build something you ca...

Duration: 00:29:53
What You Need To Know About The AI Holiday Photos… (2291)
Dec 24, 2025

Are you making decisions based on your standards, or are you unconsciously following the crowd?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan examine how trend-driven behavior quietly undermines self-improvement, personal development, and long-term consistency. Using real coaching experience and patterns observed across thousands of conversations, they explain why decision-making rooted in external validation weakens self-trust and identity. This conversation breaks down the psychological cost of bandwagon thinking, the difference between perception and reality, and why accuracy matters more than certainty when building a disciplined life.

If you care about sustainable success, clear thinking, and becoming someone...

Duration: 00:26:00
What’s Your Relationship With Taking L’s? (2290)
Dec 23, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge the way most people think about failure, consistency, and progress. This conversation cuts through common self-improvement myths and exposes why early results often lie, why discipline beats motivation, and why long-term personal development demands a different approach to decision-making.

If you are serious about building real confidence, sustainable habits, and a mindset that can withstand setbacks, this episode will recalibrate how you measure success and stay in the game.

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Duration: 00:17:11
A Question We All Should Ask Ourselves (2289)
Dec 22, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros confront a simple but uncomfortable reality most people never question the thinking that drives their behavior. They break down how intentional questions sharpen self-awareness, shape daily decision-making, and determine whether personal growth is sustainable or quietly stalled. Built on years of coaching experience and thousands of real conversations, this episode points toward deeper ownership, stronger identity, and long-term fulfillment.

There is no performance here and no surface-level motivation, only practical personal development insight for people who are serious about growth, clarity, and consistency. Do not rush past this one. Let it...

Duration: 00:27:39
How Low Self-Worth Actually Helps You (2288)
Dec 21, 2025

The edge that built you does not disappear when you succeed. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan cut through surface-level self-improvement and speak to what actually sustains growth over decades, not months. Drawing from hard-earned experience, leadership patterns, and thousands of conversations, they examine the subtle mindset shifts that either sharpen discipline or quietly weaken it as life improves. This is a grounded conversation about standards, responsibility, and who you become when no one is watching.

If you care about long-term success, personal development, and leadership that holds up under pressure, this episode matters. Press play, th...

Duration: 00:22:11
Personal Development Is The Glue (2287)
Dec 20, 2025

What if the biggest driver of self-improvement is the one thing you barely notice while it’s working?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan draw from their own years of daily execution, coaching, and thousands of recorded conversations to explain why personal development shapes consistency and decision-making long before results appear. They share how looking back at earlier versions of themselves revealed the real impact of small, repeated habits and disciplined inputs. This is a grounded conversation about awareness, identity, and why progress often only becomes obvious in hindsight.

Audit your daily inputs. They are qu...

Duration: 00:20:51
Let’s Get Real About Commitment (2286)
Dec 19, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge the common belief that commitment is about motivation or willpower. They explain why real consistency comes from removing exit options before pressure shows up.

Drawing from thousands of episodes and years of coaching, they break down the difference between being interested and being committed, and how identity, standards, and decision-making shape long-term personal development. This conversation focuses on raising your minimums, sustaining progress without perfect conditions, and building a level of commitment that holds when energy is low and no one is wa...

Duration: 00:23:01
How To Think More Strategically (2285)
Dec 18, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge why so many people work hard yet fail to see real progress in self-improvement. Discipline is not the problem. Consistency is not the problem. The real issue shows up in how decisions are made when no one is watching.

This episode cuts through surface-level personal development and focuses on the thinking patterns that quietly determine long-term outcomes. If you care about making better decisions, building consistency that lasts, and growing with intention instead of urgency, this conversation will sharpen how you approach self-improvement.

Listen closely. Then ask yourself...

Duration: 00:24:38
It’s Not Really You VS You… (2284)
Dec 17, 2025

Growth gets real when effort meets reality. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan strip away a comfortable idea in self-improvement that sounds right but quietly caps results. Consistency matters. Personal development matters. But progress stalls when discipline disconnects from real-world decision-making.

This is a grounded conversation about long-term growth, identity, and what actually drives performance over time. No hype. No shortcuts. Just a clear look at how serious self-improvement works when pressure, competition, and standards are real. If you care about building consistency that lasts and making decisions that compound, this episode will sharpen how you th...

Duration: 00:25:22
A Deeper Dive Into Fulfillment (2283)
Dec 16, 2025

Why does fulfillment feel so hard to define, and even harder to maintain?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan break down why personal development without alignment eventually stalls. Fulfillment is not a reward for working harder. It is the result of consistent decisions, honest self-awareness, and staying committed to meaningful work long after the excitement fades. This episode is for anyone focused on self-improvement, consistency, and long-term growth, not quick motivation. It challenges how you think about progress, pressure, and the choices you make when no one is watching.

Press play and measure your growth...

Duration: 00:20:16
How To Start Optimizing For Fulfillment (2282)
Dec 15, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge how most people think about fulfillment and why chasing the wrong thing leads to long-term dissatisfaction. They examine the gap between outcomes and meaning, question commonly accepted definitions of happiness, and address why fulfillment cannot be manufactured through success alone. Drawing from years of experience and real-world patterns, this episode reframes fulfillment as something built over time, not something found in a moment.

This conversation is a grounded reminder that meaning is earned through consistent execution and personal alignment, not intention or em...

Duration: 00:16:09
The Unsexy Attribute Of ALL Successful People (2281)
Dec 14, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge a common misconception in self-improvement. Most people are not stuck because they lack drive. They are stuck because they are building on the wrong foundation. This episode reframes what real personal development requires when results matter over the long term. Through lived experience and hard-earned insight, Kevin and Alan unpack the invisible factors that separate progress from stagnation and why some people consistently earn trust, momentum, and opportunity while others do not.

If you want sustainable growth, sharper decisions, and real progress in your self-improvement journey, this episode clarifies what...

Duration: 00:18:07
Pressure Is A Privilege (2280)
Dec 13, 2025

Success changes the weight you carry, not the work you avoid. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan cut through one of the most misunderstood ideas in self-improvement and personal development. Growth does not simplify your life. It sharpens it. The better you get, the more responsibility your decisions carry. The higher you climb, the more consistency and self-awareness are required to stay there.

This conversation challenges surface-level motivation and reframes what real progress actually demands over the long term. If you are serious about personal development, disciplined decision-making, and building success you can sustain, this episode wi...

Duration: 00:29:20
The 3 Things That Control Your Success (2279)
Dec 12, 2025

Are your results being shaped by effort, or by something far more subtle and powerful? In this episode, Kevin and Alan challenge common assumptions about self-improvement, personal development, and success. They unpack how consistency, attention, and daily decision-making quietly determine long-term outcomes, often without people realizing it. This conversation is direct, grounded, and built for those who care about sustainable growth, not short-term motivation.

If you want sharper habits, better decisions, and progress you can actually trust, this episode will recalibrate how you think about success. Run the system. Track the inputs. Let time do the rest. <...

Duration: 00:21:20
Work Life Balance Won't Get You Your Goals… (2278)
Dec 11, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down why the traditional idea of work-life balance is holding so many people back from real self-improvement. They reveal how the wrong mental map can derail your decision-making, weaken your consistency, and limit your growth long before you realize it. Instead of chasing balance, you’ll learn the performance-driven frame high achievers use to make progress across health, wealth, and love without burning out or drifting off course.

This is a direct, practical look at personal development for people who want results, not...

Duration: 00:26:39
Priorities Are Painful… (2277)
Dec 10, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal the hidden cost of prioritization that most people in self-improvement overlook. When your life grows, your decisions get heavier, your seasons shift, and consistency becomes a deliberate skill. This episode uncovers why some people progress year after year while others stay stuck with the same goals and the same 24 hours. 

If you care about personal development, discipline, and decision-making that creates real change, this conversation will challenge how you think about balance and force you to confront the trade-offs you’ve been avoiding.

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Duration: 00:22:35
Why You Learn Is MORE Important Than What You Learn (2276)
Dec 09, 2025

Most people collect information, but very few understand what actually makes learning change their lives. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan explain a simple idea that shapes your confidence, your habits, and how consistent you stay. After thousands of coaching sessions and more than two thousand episodes, they have seen the same pattern again and again. 

This conversation will help you see your own learning in a new way and understand why your progress feels fast at times and slow at others. If you want real growth, not just more information, this episode will help you get...

Duration: 00:16:53
Consistency Is NOT ENOUGH… (2275)
Dec 08, 2025

What if your consistency isn’t the advantage you think it is? In this episode, Kevin and Alan expose the unseen variable that quietly determines whether your self-improvement efforts compound or collapse. This episode reframes a foundational assumption they’ve taught for years by integrating math, behavioral patterns, and thousands of coaching reps across business, fitness, relationships, and self-leadership.

If you’ve ever felt like your hard work should be producing more progress than it is, this conversation reveals the pattern you’ve been missing and proves you’re ready to master the mechanics behind real, measurable growth. Duration: 00:22:09

What Happens Vs What It Means About You (2274)
Dec 07, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal why your confidence and consistency are shaped less by what happens and more by the meaning you attach to those moments. After thousands of coaching calls and nearly a decade of daily episodes, Kevin and Alan have seen how unexamined beliefs quietly influence decision-making, self-improvement, and long-term personal development. This conversation challenges the assumptions you’ve been operating from and offers a clearer lens for understanding how identity is built and reshaped over time. 

If you’ve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or confuse...

Duration: 00:31:35
“Being Behind” Isn’t A Bad Thing! (2273)
Dec 06, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down why so many people misread the feeling of being “behind” and unknowingly sabotage their own growth. This conversation gives you a sharper lens on self-improvement, consistency, and long-term decision-making so you can stop reacting to the moment and start building a trajectory that compounds. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how high-level rooms, accurate self-assessment, and long-term reps quietly shape the people who win over time.

If you want the real mechanics of personal development without the noise, this one will recalibrate your thinking fast. Strengthen your s...

Duration: 00:20:59
Paranoia Isn’t As Bad As People Say… (2272)
Dec 05, 2025

Accuracy grows where confidence meets concern. Kevin and Alan break down how productive paranoia improves accuracy, strengthens long-term results, and keeps you aligned with the actions your goals require. After thousands of episodes and coaching sessions, one truth is clear: high performers succeed because they prepare, not because they hope. You’ll learn how humility, preparation, and clear thinking create dependable progress, and why the right amount of concern is a skill that drives real growth.

If you’re serious about consistent self-improvement and smarter decision-making, raise the standard for the person you are becoming.

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Duration: 00:30:59
2 Types Of Growth Part 2 (2271)
Dec 04, 2025

Are you growing because you chose to or because life left you no other option? In this Part 2 continuation of yesterday’s episode, Kevin and Alan break down how proactive growth and reactive growth shape your self-improvement, personal development, consistency, and decision-making. Drawing from thousands of episodes, years of data, and countless hours of coaching real people through real challenges, they explain why most individuals stay stuck in reactive patterns without realizing it.

If you’ve ever wondered why your results stall or why progress feels unpredictable, this conversation clarifies the deeper structure behind sustained success. This is t...

Duration: 00:28:30
The 2 Types Of Growth (2270)
Dec 03, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros explain why real growth only happens through two pathways: proactive decision-making or reactive necessity. They break down how identity, belief, risk tolerance, and long-term consistency shape every self-improvement and personal development outcome. You’ll learn why some people stay ahead of their results while others are forced to level up only when circumstances demand it. 

This is a direct, grounded look at how high performers make better decisions, build sustainable habits, and create a life they can truly support as they grow.

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Duration: 00:21:41
One Of The Most Important Success Principles Is FREE (2269)
Dec 02, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down one of the most misunderstood principles in self-improvement and personal development by showing why real consistency and high-level decision-making never come from pushing harder, but from mastering a foundational performance habit most achievers overlook. This episode reveals the hidden variable that drives clarity, discipline, and long-term progress, even for those who already put in the work.

If your effort is high but your results feel inconsistent, this conversation will recalibrate how you approach sustainable growth.

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Duration: 00:17:48
The Real World VS The Social World (2268)
Dec 01, 2025

Most people build a version of themselves that looks successful while their real life falls behind. Kevin and Alan break down the hidden cost of the highlight reel, the identity damage it creates, and why real self-improvement requires consistency, discipline, and better decision-making, not optics. You will learn the fundamentals that never trend, the principles that actually move your life forward, and how to measure real personal development instead of chasing manufactured momentum.

If you are serious about growth, this conversation will sharpen your standards, strengthen your awareness, and force you to confront what your results say...

Duration: 00:34:01
Is “Follow Your Passion” Bad Advice? (2267)
Nov 30, 2025

What if “follow your passion” is the reason your self-improvement and personal development efforts keep stalling out? In this episode, Kevin and Alan break down why passion without structure leads to poor decision-making, inconsistency, and short-lived progress. They explain the deeper principles that create long-term growth, the identity-level shifts most people skip, and the real system behind sustainable success.

If you’re serious about consistent habits, better decisions, and a life built on clarity rather than clichés, this conversation gives you the strategic perspective most people never access.

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Duration: 00:24:57
Math Might Be The Most Valuable Thing You Don’t Want To Learn (2266)
Nov 29, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down why so many people stay stuck by relying on emotion instead of objective data. You’ll learn how understanding your numbers builds real confidence, how measurable feedback improves decision-making, and why tracking your behavior is a cornerstone of long-term personal development. This conversation highlights the role of data, clarity, and self-awareness in creating consistent results, especially for anyone serious about growth, success, and high performance.

If you’ve been feeling uncertain, frustrated, or unclear about your next step, this episode reveals the sk...

Duration: 00:26:42
How To Practice Getting Feedback (2265)
Nov 28, 2025

Hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down why avoiding feedback limits your growth, weakens your accuracy, and keeps high achievers repeating the same patterns. Most people fear feedback because it feels threatening, but real progress requires clear data about your habits, blind spots, and performance. This episode explains how feedback shapes identity, strengthens self-awareness, and drives long-term results when used with clarity and maturity. 

If you want sharper decision-making, stronger leadership, and real sustainable growth, this conversation gives you the strategic advantage.

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Duration: 00:19:33
Don’t Give It If You Can’t Take It! (2264)
Nov 27, 2025

Growth begins the moment truth becomes louder than comfort. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan break down the real psychology behind why giving or receiving feedback feels threatening, how identity influences your response, and why emotional maturity determines whether you grow or stay stuck. Through patterns they’ve seen across thousands of coaching calls and nearly a decade of leadership, they explain the ownership gaps, mental habits, and mindset traps that keep people from improving.

If you want long-term consistency, stronger self-awareness, and the ability to lead with truth instead of fear, this conversation cuts straight to t...

Duration: 00:16:47
The Recipe For Lack Of Success… (2263)
Nov 26, 2025

What if the real reason you’re not progressing has nothing to do with strategy and everything to do with the patterns you refuse to see?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan reveal the overlooked traits that quietly undermine health, wealth, and long-term achievement. They break down the mindsets that weaken discipline, the beliefs that distort identity, and the behaviors that separate people who create results from those who never move beyond intention. This is grounded insight built from thousands of episodes and years of watching the same patterns repeat in real clients.

If you wa...

Duration: 00:19:46
Now Is The Easiest Time To Be Successful (2262)
Nov 25, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal why the modern world’s distraction crisis has created one of the greatest competitive advantages in decades for anyone willing to stay focused, work consistently, and build real skills. You’ll learn the psychology behind attention decline, why lowered barriers to entry increase failure rates, and how long-term discipline separates the few who rise from the many who fade.

If you’re serious about building a meaningful life, mastering your craft, and standing out in a world addicted to shortcuts, this conversation will ref...

Duration: 00:38:00
What Comes First, Awareness Or Belief? (2261)
Nov 24, 2025

What if the foundation of long-term success is something you’ve never actually questioned?

In this episode, Kevin and Alan break down one of the most important questions in personal development: Does deeper awareness create real confidence, or does belief come first? After thousands of episodes and years of coaching experience, they land on an answer that reshapes how you grow, how you set goals, and how you build long-term success.

If you’ve ever felt caught between wanting more and doubting your ability to reach it, this is the conversation that finally brings clarity.
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Duration: 00:20:38
Accountability Isn’t Enough Unfortunately (2260)
Nov 23, 2025

Most people think accountability is the key to changing their lives. 

In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan break down why accountability is not the foundation you have been told it is and why belief, discipline, and personal responsibility matter far more. You will learn the hidden reason people abandon their dreams, why some lives quietly shrink over time, and what separates those who build a bigger future from those who stop growing altogether. 

If you are tired of feeling stuck and you are ready to understand the real mechanics of long-term success, this conversation will...

Duration: 00:25:59
The Framework We ALL Need To Memorize (2259)
Nov 22, 2025

Host Kevin and Alan break down why most people never escape the loop that keeps them underperforming, even when they’re capable of far more. They reveal the hidden pattern behind stalled confidence, inconsistent action, and the identity traps that quietly shape your results for years. Through real stories, early speaking failures, and thousands of coaching reps, they show how belief, behavior, and self-awareness interact and why the wrong loop will shrink your entire life without you noticing.

This isn’t motivation. It’s the framework that changed their trajectory and continues to guide high performers who want r...

Duration: 00:27:46
What’s Your Growth Mantra? (2258)
Nov 21, 2025

What happens when you chase success without a personal philosophy strong enough to hold you steady? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan reveal the core mindset that has carried them through years of unseen work, delayed validation, and relentless consistency. You’ll learn why identity-driven mantras matter, how they protect your focus when progress is invisible, and why serious growth only comes from serious standards.

If you’re committed to long-term improvement but feel stuck in the gap between effort and results, this will give you the clarity and fire you’ve been missing.

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Duration: 00:29:31
The Truth Is The Truth, Regardless Of How You React To It (2257)
Nov 20, 2025

Most people make their hardest decisions using distorted data, unchecked assumptions, and emotions that feel real but rarely reflect reality. In this episode, Kevin and Alan break down why truth is the single most important variable in long-term success, and why avoiding it quietly destroys goals, relationships, and identity. You’ll learn how inaccurate self-perception forms blind spots, how conditioning shapes your judgment without permission, and why honest feedback is a skill, not a feeling. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep repeating the same patterns, this conversation will give you the clarity you’ve been avoiding.

Duration: 00:20:34

The 1 Habit That Is Responsible For 99% Of My Success… (2256)
Nov 19, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal the deeper psychology behind the routines that actually move your life forward, the ones that build internal reliability, simplify your environment, and remove the friction that keeps most people stuck. 

You’ll learn why certain habits create disproportionate impact, what high performers do differently, and how small daily decisions compound into clarity, confidence, and execution you can trust. If you’ve ever wondered why your progress feels inconsistent, this episode gives you the missing lens.

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Duration: 00:22:24
The 3 Buckets Of Results (2255)
Nov 18, 2025

Most people chase quick wins and call it success. But what if the real breakthroughs come from the work that doesn’t pay off right away? In this episode, Kevin and Alan reveal the truth about direct vs. indirect results and why the biggest gains often come from the habits, relationships, and decisions no one sees. You’ll learn how to think like a high-performance leader, rewire your approach to consistency, and finally understand why your effort isn’t “working” yet. This episode isn’t about motivation. It’s about mastery. And it will force you to rethink how you measure pr...

Duration: 00:25:16
Not Being Talented Is A Terrible Excuse (2254)
Nov 17, 2025

What if talent isn’t what’s holding you back and never was? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan expose the truth behind high performance, consistency, and why most people fail long before they ever find their ceiling. You’ll hear the uncomfortable reality about hard work, identity, and the discipline required to rise above average effort and average results. This isn’t motivation. It’s a mirror. And it will force you to rethink what you believe about success, potential, and the grind required to earn it.

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Duration: 00:21:56
Is Entitlement Ever Good? (2253)
Nov 16, 2025

In this episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros expose the hidden cost of entitlement, fake confidence, and the mindset traps that keep you stalled. You’ll rethink what it really means to earn success, build internal strength, and stay grounded when it matters most. This isn’t motivation. It’s mental mastery rooted in self-awareness, consistency, and high-level performance psychology. If you’re ready to stop pretending and start becoming the person you claim to be, this episode will hit hard in all the right ways.

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Duration: 00:28:46
How Do You Know What You’re Really Capable Of? (2252)
Nov 15, 2025

The ceiling you fear is built from yesterday’s beliefs. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan break down the hidden mechanics of capability, identity, and long-term performance. You’ll learn why most people misjudge what they can become, how past reps shape future ceilings, and why discomfort and discipline remain the only reliable indicators of growth. Step in, question your ceiling, and let the truth recalibrate your path.

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Duration: 00:28:26
What Does It Mean To Maximize Your Potential? (2251)
Nov 14, 2025

What if you’ve been chasing potential without ever knowing what it really is? In this transformative episode, Kevin and Alan take you inside the mindset, choices, and small daily shifts that separate real growth from wishful thinking. You’ll hear the truth about self-awareness, focus, discipline, and why most people stop long before they hit their actual ceiling. This conversation pulls you in, challenges you, and leaves you questioning the standards you’ve been living by. If you’re serious about becoming someone your future self is proud of, this is your moment. Tap play and give your potentia...

Duration: 00:22:49
Success In One Thing Is Actually Pretty Easy… (2250)
Nov 13, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros drop the truth about why mastering one area is simple, but building real strength in health, wealth, and love takes a different kind of grit. They break down the hidden habits that hold people back, the excuses that feel safe, and the mindset shift that creates unstoppable momentum. This one is bold, clear, and meant to wake you up. Challenge your comfort. Press play and upgrade what success means.

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Duration: 00:25:52
This Is A Big Reason Why So Many People Get Stuck (2249)
Nov 12, 2025

Success looks different when it’s real. In this brutally honest episode, Kevin and Alan expose the fake numbers, false wins, and empty hype that keep dream chasers doubting themselves. It’s a raw, real conversation about what true success looks like when you strip away the noise and start playing the real game. Hit play and find out what happens when truth finally meets ambition.

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Duration: 00:16:23
What Needs To Get Done NOW? (2248)
Nov 11, 2025

When everything feels urgent, how do you know what actually deserves your time? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan break down how top performers cut through noise, chaos, and distraction to find their “bullseye”, the one move that multiplies results. You’ll hear how they use urgency, importance, and significance to decide what matters most in business, relationships, and life. This one’s raw, real, and ridiculously useful if you’re tired of feeling busy but not better. Stop reacting to life’s noise, start hitting your targets with precision.

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Duration: 00:19:40
The #1 Reflection From This Month’s Masterclass (2247)
Nov 10, 2025

In this tactical episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal how understanding yourself is the real key to self-belief, discipline, and lasting success. It’s raw, real, and guaranteed to shift how you think about growth. Hit play and meet the version of you that finally believes it’s possible.

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Duration: 00:16:57
A Conversation Every High Performer Has To Have With Their Partner (2246)
Nov 09, 2025

When ambition meets love, truth decides who stays. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan break down what every high performer eventually learns the hard way. Success changes how you love and who can handle your drive. From “goals-first vs. relationships-first” dynamics to the real meaning of being a high-value partner, this conversation hits deep, honest, and unfiltered. Whether you’re building an empire or building a life together, this one will make you rethink what partnership truly means when purpose takes the wheel.

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Duration: 00:35:56
What Does It Mean To Be Next Level? (2245)
Nov 08, 2025

What if “Next Level” isn’t a place, but a way of living? In this high-energy episode, Kevin and Alan get real about what it takes to grow, lead, and stay consistent when most people quit. Simple, sharp, and straight from the heart. Hit play before the average tries to talk you into staying there.

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Duration: 00:26:21
You Can’t Win Without Losing (2244)
Nov 07, 2025

In today’s punchy episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down the truth behind growth, that every new level demands new problems. From failed fixes to unexpected lessons, they show why mistakes aren’t the enemy, but they’re the price of mastery. This is about the messy, unfiltered reality of progress, where the only real failure is never trying. So if you’ve been playing it safe, avoiding the losses that actually teach you how to win, this one’s your wake-up call. Press play and learn how to turn every “loss” into your grea...

Duration: 00:18:51
The Pros And Cons Of Mentors (2243)
Nov 06, 2025

Learn from the wise, not the loud. In this episode, Kevin and Alan get brutally honest about the double-edged sword of mentorship, how to spot the real ones, dodge the pretenders, and know when advice is actually ego in disguise. They share lessons from building their own success brick by brick, with zero filters and full transparency on what most people get wrong about guidance, credibility, and growth. Tune in and find out who’s teaching you, and who’s just talking louder.

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Duration: 00:24:42
You Probably Shouldn’t Look Up To The People You Look Up To (2242)
Nov 05, 2025

What if the people you idolize aren’t as real as they seem? In today’s straight-up, no-filter episode, Kevin and Alan expose the illusion behind fake success like botted views, viral hacks, and “polished” influencers built on smoke and mirrors. It’s a brutal truth hit about why integrity still beats algorithms and how chasing vanity metrics can wreck your purpose. This one will make you question who you follow, what you believe, and why slow, honest growth always wins. Real talk. Real work. Real results. Hit play, then go build something that can’t be faked.

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Duration: 00:17:21
Are Your Goals And Identity Aligned? (2241)
Nov 04, 2025

In this episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down the real reason some people crush their goals while others stall out. From the psychology of self-belief to the habits that quietly define your future, they reveal how your choices, routines, and results all flow from who you think you are. It’s bold, practical, and a little uncomfortable, in the best way. You’ll question your comfort zone, rewire your standards, and finally see what it takes to become the kind of person who doesn’t just chase goals, but lives them.

Duration: 00:28:08

This Is Why We Regret Our Money Choices (2240)
Nov 03, 2025

Wealth begins where awareness grows. In today’s eye-opening episode, Kevin and Alan break down where your money’s actually going and why awareness, not income, is the real flex. Using the Next Level Wealth Builder, they turn numbers into clarity, showing how small leaks sink big dreams. It’s funny, it’s humbling, and it just might change the way you see every dollar. Money doesn’t manage itself; legends do. Tune in, face the truth, and start building wealth that sticks.

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Duration: 00:13:28
Choice VS Responsibility (2239)
Nov 02, 2025

What happens when purpose stops feeling optional? In this episode, Kevin and Alan break down the difference between choosing your path and being chosen by it. From giving till it hurts to learning the art of “intelligent generosity,” they reveal why responsibility, not motivation, is what keeps real leaders moving. Expect laughter, truth bombs, and a few lines that’ll make you rethink what success even means. Hit play, your excuses just met their match.

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Duration: 00:18:34
What Matters Less Now Than It Used To? (2238)
Nov 01, 2025

In today’s introspective episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros get real about growth, discipline, and the paradox of success. They share how once-crucial habits can evolve as your goals expand, why consistency still matters even when priorities shift, and how to know when it’s time to adapt without losing your edge. This conversation is raw, practical, and a reminder that progress looks different at every level. Upgrade your habits before they start running you.

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Duration: 00:22:59
Be Careful Where You Get Certainty From… (2237)
Oct 31, 2025

Vision means nothing without movement. In this episode, Kevin and Alan strip back the glossy side of self-improvement to expose where most people lose momentum. It’s not about belief, balance, or luck, it’s about something far more grounded. This one will challenge how you define progress, success, and the work it really takes to get both. Stop chasing certainty, start mastering results. Tune in and shift how you see success forever.

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Duration: 00:28:01
Anyone Can Get A Little Bit Better (2236)
Oct 30, 2025

What if the only thing standing between where you are and where you could be is leadership? In today’s bold and honest episode, Kevin and Alan break down the real difference between what’s possible and what’s probable, explaining why most people never bridge that gap. They challenge the myth that everyone’s “doing their best” while revealing how effort, principle, and accountability shape real success. This isn’t feel-good talk; it’s a wake-up call to rise higher and lead yourself first. Stop guessing what you’re capable of. Press play and find out.

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Duration: 00:27:10
The 3 Beliefs About Life (2235)
Oct 29, 2025

In this episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros challenge the assumptions that quietly shape your mindset, motivation, and sense of purpose. They open up about success, struggle, and what it really means to live with meaning without the fluff or false positivity. You’ll walk away questioning the stories you’ve been told about what life “owes” you and what you owe back. Hit play and discover the belief that’s been running your life, until now.

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Duration: 00:35:28
Meaning Isn’t Enough (2234)
Oct 28, 2025

When purpose leads, motivation follows. In today’s fire-filled episode, Kevin and Alan tear apart the myths about hustle and “24-hour equality” to reveal the real forces that keep you moving when motivation dies out. They break down the 5Ms of Motivation and expose why purpose outlasts passion, why necessity beats hype, and how meaning becomes the engine behind lasting success. This is the raw truth about drive, discipline, and what truly fuels your fire long-term. Don’t wait for motivation. Build the engine that never quits. Press play and power up.

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Duration: 00:39:52
How Do You Get More Comfortable Taking Risks (2233)
Oct 27, 2025

What if fear isn’t your enemy, but your compass? In this episode, Kevin and Alan break down how your relationship with risk determines your results. From facing fears head-on to mastering the mindset behind smart risk-taking, they reveal how to build confidence even when everything feels uncertain. If you’ve been stuck waiting for the “right time,” this one will shake your comfort zone in the best way possible. Don’t just play it safe, learn how to play it smart and win bigger than ever. Turn your fear into fuel, press play, and find your edge today.

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Duration: 00:30:15
Rate Yourself On This… (2232)
Oct 26, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down FERPA and how it silently sabotages success. They reveal why playing it safe keeps you stuck, how to build the courage muscle, and what the most successful people do differently when everything’s on the line. This one will shake the way you see fear, failure, and what it really takes to win. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to bet on yourself, this is it.

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Duration: 00:19:58
A Different “Part” Of You Is Required For Every Thing You Do (2231)
Oct 25, 2025

Every version of you is part of your truth. In this powerful episode, Kevin and Alan break down how to own every version of yourself without feeling fake or fragmented. They get real about the parts of you that lead, love, fight, and play, and how knowing when to switch gears separates amateurs from achievers. If you’ve ever felt torn between being “professional” and being real, this one’s your reminder that both can win. Step into your power, own your parts, and rise to your next level today.

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Duration: 00:27:57
When You Don’t “Want To” But Know You Should (2230)
Oct 24, 2025

What if the thing you’re resisting is the very thing that will change your life? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan unpack what it really means to follow through when you don’t feel like it. They share how to tell when discomfort is a sign of growth, why courage always comes before clarity, and the hidden cost of ignoring your purpose. This one’s for the dream chasers who know deep down they’re meant for more, but need that push to move. Don’t wait for motivation, create momentum and rise to your next level today.
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Duration: 00:36:12
The 3 Types Of Development (2229)
Oct 23, 2025

In this high-energy episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down the three essential types of development every person needs to succeed. They share hilarious stories from college, dating, and their early careers that prove why being likable, competent, and self-aware are all crucial, but rarely mastered together. You’ll learn how to identify your strengths, uncover your blind spots, and build a life that’s not just successful, but complete. This episode will make you rethink what it really means to “have it all.” Hit play and realign your growth today.

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Duration: 00:43:19
Why Most People Suck At Success (Seriously) (2228)
Oct 22, 2025

Success fights your nature, so win the battle within. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan expose why the human brain is wired to resist success and how to push past comfort when everything in you wants to quit. From midnight wake-ups to brutal sacrifices, they share the unfiltered truth about what it actually takes to build something extraordinary. If you’ve ever felt like success was harder than it should be, this episode will light a fire under your mindset. Stop craving easy, and train yourself to do what comfort never will.

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Duration: 00:22:18
Your Reaction To Overwhelm Is Affecting Your Success Pt2 (2227)
Oct 21, 2025

Feeling crushed by pressure or ready to crack under chaos? In this unfiltered conversation, Kevin and Alan reveal why your reaction to overwhelm might be quietly sabotaging your success. They share hard-earned lessons on discipline, accountability, and what it really takes to perform when life feels too heavy to carry. If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in your own goals, this one’s your lifeline back to clarity, grit, and growth. Don’t just survive the stress, learn how to use it as fuel. Press play and take your power back before overwhelm takes you out.
Duration: 00:18:35

Your Reaction To Overwhelm Is Affecting Your Success (2226)
Oct 20, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal why your stress reaction could be the difference between burnout and success. Learn how to turn chaos into clarity and pressure into progress. Don’t run from overwhelm, master it. Hit play now.

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Duration: 00:16:28
Are You Prepping Or Procrastinating? (2225)
Oct 19, 2025

Perfection waits. Success ships early. In this high-energy episode, Kevin and Alan pull back the curtain on how “getting ready” can secretly kill your growth. From building broken apps to facing public failure, they show how real progress starts when you stop hiding behind perfection. This isn’t about reckless action, it’s about learning faster, moving smarter, and embracing the messy middle where success is born. Stop rehearsing your dreams. Press play and build them.

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Duration: 00:15:10
Here’s Why The Long Run Matters SO MUCH… (2224)
Oct 18, 2025

What if greatness just needed more time? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan reveal why the long game always wins. They break down how mastery, repetition, and grit separate those who last from those who fade out. This isn’t about shortcuts or overnight success; it’s about becoming unshakable. If you’re tired of quick fixes and ready to build something that lasts, this one’s for you. Listen now and prove you’re built for the long run.

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Duration: 00:27:19
Discomfort Is REQUIRED For Success (2223)
Oct 17, 2025

In this no-fluff episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal why the chip on your shoulder isn’t a flaw; it’s your unfair advantage. They get brutally honest about pain tolerance, self-belief, and what it really takes to build something great when comfort calls your name. If you’ve ever been labeled “too much” or “too driven,” this episode will remind you why that’s exactly your power. Own your edge, and turn your chip into unstoppable momentum.

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Duration: 00:19:39
There’s Nothing Wrong With Having A Chip On Your Shoulder (2222)
Oct 16, 2025

The fire that broke us built us. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan share the truth about the “chip on your shoulder” and how it can make or break your success. From childhood chaos to personal triumphs, they reveal the mindset that turns pain into power and struggle into self-mastery. This one’s raw, real, and built to light that inner fire you’ve been ignoring. You’ll walk away seeing your story differently and ready to run the chip before it runs you. Stop hiding your scars, tune in, own them, and rise higher than ever.

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Duration: 00:18:33
What Comes First Goals Or Necessity? (2221)
Oct 15, 2025

When does a dream cross into delusion, and why does it matter? In this fiery episode, Kevin and Alan go head-to-head on what really drives success. They unpack obsession, pain, and purpose to reveal why ‘wanting more’ will never be enough. If you’ve ever questioned your drive, this one will reignite your ambition and redefine how you chase growth. Stop waiting for clarity, press play, and build it.

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Duration: 00:49:44
Health, Wealth, And Love Are Just The Beginning (2220)
Oct 14, 2025

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros uncover what most people miss about health, wealth, and love. They share the simple mindset shifts that can transform your energy, finances, and relationships for good. This conversation will help you go beyond the basics and build a life that truly fits. Listen now and find out what comes after health, wealth, and love.

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Duration: 00:17:58
You'll Never Really Win Without This (2219)
Oct 13, 2025

Humility builds what ego breaks. In this fiery episode, Kevin and Alan break down the unseen line between self-belief and ego, how a missed shot became a masterclass in humility. They get real about fame, failure, and the mindset shift that separates one-hit wonders from long-term legends. If you’ve ever wondered why some people lose it all after reaching the top, this one’s for you. Hit play, and learn the quiet power that keeps real success standing tall.

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Duration: 00:18:54
The Top 3 Questions That Help Us Stay On Track (2218)
Oct 12, 2025

What if your own questions are holding you back? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan share the powerful questions that keep them focused, disciplined, and leveling up no matter what life throws their way. These aren’t fluffy self-help prompts, they’re real, raw, and built for results. If you’ve been stuck or losing momentum, this one’s your reset. Shift your thoughts, sharpen your focus, and rise to your next level. Listen now and start asking the questions that change everything.

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Duration: 00:23:20
You Can Never Get TOO High… (2217)
Oct 11, 2025

In this raw and powerful episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down what emotional control really looks like when the highs are high and the lows cut deep. They reveal why staying neutral is the ultimate power move for success, relationships, and self-mastery. If you’ve ever celebrated too soon or crumbled too fast, this one will hit home. It’s time to stop chasing emotional highs and start building unshakable strength. Tune in and level up today.

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Duration: 00:20:08
The Biggest Downside Of Being A Peak Performer (2216)
Oct 10, 2025

Where greatness grows, comfort dies, and character rises. In today’s unfiltered episode, Kevin and Alan expose the hidden cost of high performance and the mindset it takes to keep climbing when it hurts. Listen now and turn your struggle into strength.

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Duration: 00:18:19
How Often Should You Re-Design Your Life? (2215)
Oct 09, 2025

How often should you hit reset on your life? In this episode, Kevin and Alan reveal why success isn’t something that just happens, it’s something you design. They challenge you to stop living on autopilot and start building a life that evolves with purpose, consistency, and clarity. From daily habits to decade-long goals, you’ll hear the truth about growth, pain, and why waiting to change could cost you everything. Success doesn’t show up by chance, it’s built by choice. Press play and start designing your next level today.

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Duration: 00:27:16
Success Is A Sliding Scale Forever (2214)
Oct 08, 2025

In today’s powerful episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros expose the raw truth about effort, expectations, and the lie most people tell themselves about wanting “more.” They break down why chasing level-10 results with level-5 effort will always leave you frustrated, and how being brutally honest about your goals can change everything. This isn’t about balance, it’s about alignment, ownership, and the courage to live by your own scale. Keep leveling up, press play, and own your scale.

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Duration: 00:24:31
Maybe The Simplest Reason Why Most People Aren’t Successful (2213)
Oct 07, 2025

Success fades when comfort becomes the goal. In this episode, Kevin and Alan expose the hidden trap that keeps most people from ever hitting their goals. They break down why success isn’t about working harder. It’s about the order of your priorities, the habits you build, and the standards you live by. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by slow progress or distracted by comfort, this episode will hit home. Success favors the focused. Listen now and prove you’re built for more.

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Duration: 00:14:09
Does Tough Love Work For You? (2212)
Oct 06, 2025

Can tough love actually help you grow, or does it just hurt? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan get real about the balance between compassion and accountability. They break down when hard feedback helps you rise and when it crosses the line into shame. From real coaching moments to personal stories on friendship, fitness, and feedback, they reveal how self-talk and tough conversations can shape your confidence, performance, and resilience. If you’ve ever struggled with being too soft or too harsh on yourself or others, this conversation will show you the mindset shift that leads to real grow...

Duration: 00:18:42
You Gotta Let Go To Grow (2211)
Oct 05, 2025

In this powerful episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down the hidden cost of fear, control, and comfort. From rebranding struggles to personal battles with relationships and identity, they reveal why the very things you cling to can quietly sabotage your next level. This isn’t about playing it safe, it’s about making the bold moves that separate staying stuck from stepping into real success. If you’re ready to stop playing not to lose and finally play to win, this is the spark you need.

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Duration: 00:17:30
High Performance VS High Productivity (2210)
Oct 04, 2025

Beyond busyness lies the power of true performance. In today’s candid debate, Kevin and Alan face off on what really separates high performance from high productivity. Packed with bold truths, hilarious analogies, and game-changing insights, this conversation challenges how you measure progress and success. If you’ve been grinding hard but still feel stuck, this is the wake-up call you’ve been waiting for. Listen now and discover the shift that turns effort into unstoppable results.

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Duration: 00:17:20
A Skill You Need To Develop To Get To The Next Level (2209)
Oct 03, 2025

Why do some people keep winning while others stay stuck? In this high-energy episode, Kevin and Alan pull back the curtain on a perspective that flips the usual advice upside down. With raw honesty, real stories, and bold predictions, they break down what actually drives success in business, love, health, and life. This isn’t about trying harder, it’s about seeing what most people miss. If you’re ready for clarity, motivation, and the push you’ve been waiting for, press play and find out what’s coming that no one talks about.

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