Hyper Conscious Podcast

From heavy toil to effortless flow, success blooms slow. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan reveal “The Bow Tie”, a simple way to see why results are slow at first and how momentum can flip the game. With Oprah’s work ethic and their own eight-year journey as proof, this episode shows what it really takes to win big over time.Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04Free 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, check out our website and socials using the links below.

In this episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share why clarity is the cornerstone of success and fulfillment. From understanding your core values to knowing exactly what to say “yes” or “no” to, they offer practical tools to align your actions with your vision. Expect a mix of real talk, friendly banter, and practical advice that’ll leave you questioning just how sharp your own vision for the future really is.Learn more about:

What if the secret to greater success was learning to think in two ways at once? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan share how “thinking in duality” can sharpen decisions, boost accuracy, and create bigger wins by blending hard work with smart work and presence with future planning. If you’re stuck in black-and-white thinking, this will help you see the full spectrum.Learn more about:Unlock your potential. Enjoy a FREE 30-minute coaching call with Alan for your first session! - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04_____________________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, check out our website and socials using the links below.

Systems win where motivation fails. In this episode, Kevin and Alan share the hard truth about success. From the early days of handwritten trackers to the digital tools they now use with clients, you'll learn how small, consistent actions lead to real results. Whether you're trying to get in shape, grow your business, or build better habits, this episode offers a practical path forward.Episode references:Goal Setting Isn’t Enough (2143) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/goal-setting-isnt-enough-2143/id1221110027?i=1000719614646 A Deep Dive Into Goal Setting (2145) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-deep-dive-into-goal-setting-2145/id1221110027?i=1000720002309 Goal Setting Made Simple (2146) - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/goal-setting-made-simple-2146/id1221110027?i=1000720199808 Learn more about:

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share raw, real stories of how pain became purpose. From anxiety before interviews to overcoming trauma, they reveal how adversity, when faced head-on, can become fuel for growth. You'll hear inspiring client stories, practical mindset shifts, and a reminder that what hurts now might be shaping your future strength. Whether you're in the dark or climbing higher, this episode will help you see your struggle through a new lens.Learn more about:Next Level University Monthly Meetup #44: “Top 10 Reasons People Aren't More Successful” - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NzwOxCMxTDyRJg4CLJS1qg#/registration

Is it discipline that’s too harsh or the discomfort it brings to those unwilling to change? In this soul-stirring episode, Kevin and Alan uncover why discipline is often seen as the enemy when in truth, it’s the doorway to your highest self. They share how setting bold goals reshapes your world, shifting your habits, your circles, and even your sense of identity. The more aligned your discipline, the more resistance you might face, but also, the more freedom you’ll find. Tune in now and honor the path your future self will thank you for.Learn more about:Next Level University Monthly Meetup #44: “Top 10 Reasons People Aren't More Successful” - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NzwOxCMxTDyRJg4CLJS1qg#/registrationFree 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin________

To grow is to glow, even if you go alone. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan open up about their lifelong struggles with belonging and how being different has shaped their identities, careers, and relationships. They talk through what it’s like to feel out of place in everyday situations, the pain of being misunderstood, and the choice to pursue growth even when it costs connection. Whether you’ve always felt like the outlier or you're starting to outgrow your current circles, this conversation is a reminder that your difference might just be your greatest strength.Learn more about:

In this fun and fiery episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal how focus fuels your identity, momentum, and long-term success. You’ll hear Alan’s “success loop” that connects what you listen to with how you think, act, and ultimately grow. They get real about the cost of distractions, the power of consistency, and why being intentional with your attention can change everything. Tune in and take back control of your focus.Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04Free 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 jou

What if life isn’t about avoiding problems but solving the right ones? In today's episode, Kevin and Alan compare personal growth to leveling up in a video game. They share how identifying your biggest constraint, whether it’s sleep, money, or relationships, can unlock your next level. From relationship coaching breakthroughs to hard lessons learned through pain, you’ll walk away with a new way to look at life’s challenges. Simple, honest, and eye-opening.Learn more about:

True strength whispers, ego shouts. In this reflective and powerful episode, Kevin and Alan unpack what makes someone truly confident versus someone who is arrogantly inflated. They reflect on personal moments, past podcast appearances, and how experience changes the way we see ourselves and others. You’ll hear how confidence without competence can backfire, why arrogance often blocks growth, and how self-awareness is the key to staying grounded. If you’ve ever questioned your own energy or someone else’s, this conversation will give you a fresh lens.Learn more about:If you want to start, grow, scale, or monetize your podcast? Join our “Next Level Podcast Accelerator” – Round 20 – Starting October 7th - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrou

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break goal setting down to its most practical and powerful form. They share a simple four-step framework that can help you get real traction without overwhelm. You’ll also learn the difference between process and results goals, how to reverse-engineer big dreams like earning $100K, and why staying consistent matters more than chasing perfection. Whether you’re aiming for better health, more income, or deeper relationships, this episode gives you a smarter way to move forward.Learn more about:Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04Free 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 D

Are your goals actually working for you, or just taking up space on your to-do list? In this episode, Kevin interviews Alan about what most people get wrong about goal setting and how to fix it. They break down the difference between goals that ignite action and ones that quietly fade away, why time perspective matters more than you think, and how to reverse engineer your success, starting with what you're truly capable of. Whether you're stuck in the "wanting" phase or chasing something too vague to measure, this episode will help you think more clearly and act more confidently.Episode reference:Article: “Dreamlining” - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-streamline-your-dreams-alan-lazaros/Learn more about:

Where confidence stands and ego fades, truth reveals in quiet shades. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan peel back the layers on how confidence and arrogance can look surprisingly similar and why it’s so tricky to tell them apart. They share real moments from their podcast journey, personal growth reflections, and how their personalities shifted as their self-worth evolved. You’ll hear how confidence can feel threatening if you haven’t built your own yet and how to find your authentic voice without being misunderstood.Learn more about:

In this real and refreshing episode of Next Level University, Kevin opens up about the surprising letdown he felt after reaching his weight loss target and why not setting a new goal left him drifting. Alan breaks down how meaningful, aligned goals create momentum and why “necessity” often matters more than motivation. This episode will help you reset your focus, avoid goal conflict, and stay in forward motion, even after a win.Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04Free 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, plea

Is showing up the secret to success? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan share the truth behind their 2,100+ episode journey and why consistency, not perfection, is what moves the needle. From dragging yourself to the gym on low-energy days to making peace with mistakes in business and coaching, they reveal how progress is built one imperfect step at a time. You’ll walk away feeling encouraged to keep going, even when things aren’t ideal.Episode reference:Article: “Macro Failure to Micro Success” - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/micro-failure-macro-success-alan-lazaros/ Learn more about:1. Ready to Take Your Podcast and Your Life to the Next Level? Join our “Next Level Group Coaching.” Use code NLULISTENER to get all this for under $25 per session! - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/2.

Look back, learn fast, grow forward. In this episode, Kevin and Alan reveal one surprisingly simple habit that can transform how you measure growth. From Facebook memories to old voice notes, they show how reflecting on who you were can realign who you're becoming. With personal stories, honest moments, and a few laughs, this episode reminds listeners that the truth lives in your history, and growth begins by facing it.Episode reference:Read & Grow: Alan’s Top Blogs - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/recent-activity/articles/Learn more about:

In today’s episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share the story of a client who quit gaming mid-call, proving real change can happen fast. They talk about using pain as a catalyst, cutting distractions, and why the right support system speeds up success. A quick hit of truth and motivation for anyone ready to level up.Learn more about:

Feeling stretched thin chasing your dreams? In this episode, Kevin and Alan flip the script on overwhelm and reveal why it can be a powerful sign of growth. They share real stories from their journey, tight deadlines, long days, and high-pressure choices, and explain how intentional overwhelm, when aligned with purpose, fuels progress. Whether you're building a business, a career, or yourself, this episode will shift how you see stress, success, and what's holding you back.Learn more about:

Where interest grows, your freedom goes. In today’s honest and eye-opening episode, Kevin and Alan reveal how minimum payments, high interest, and false financial “safety” keep you stuck. Real stories, smart tips, money mindset, upgraded. Tune in and take control.Learn more about:

In this episode of Next Level University, Kevin tells a hilarious story from a recent golf trip that turned into a valuable lesson about embarrassment. He and Alan share honest thoughts on why these moments sting and how they can help us grow. If you’ve ever felt out of place or judged, you’ll connect with this one. Tune in for some laughs, real talk, and a reminder that you’re not alone.Learn more about: