Sam Clark, VP of marketing, talks about how sports laid a great foundation for his career. He learned that having great character is more important than skills. Skills can be taught, but character can't.   @manupwithbros

When I was a kid, my parents always said, 'Don't talk to strangers' Today, most of the people I know were strangers I meet on the internet. Rudy shares how he created the best golf club in southern California by simply getting out of his comfort zone. Three of his friends canceled on him for a tee time, so he reached out to one person on a Facebook group. That person posted the tee time online, and two other golfers responded, Nick, being one of them. And the rest is history.    Make sure to follow us and Los Compas on Social media.    @los_compas_golf_club @manupwithbros

Gisel is a Latina business owner QUEEN. Nick has known Gisel for 4 years and has seen her go from a shy business owner to a boss lady.    During this chat, you will learn why you need multiple income streams to get ahead, build confidence, and get stuff done.

Many people always think the grass is greener on the other side. People need to realize the grass is only greener when it's taken care of. Others know, the grass isn't green because I don't water it, I use to water it a lot and that got too expensive and I'm okay with the grass having brown spots. Ha-ha Gustavo was on tour with Powerman 5000 in the early 90's. He lived that rock star life. And when he left that chapter of his life, he was at peace with it and moved on to the next chapter of his life, architecture.  So many people get caught up in the what-if. What if I missed out on being x? So many people feel unfulfilled with their life because they didn't pursue their dreams. Gustavo shares his journey and maybe you can learn how to be at peace with your current life.  Enjoy the shoe @manupwithbros

Brief Summary: Ivania Morales is a mortgage loan officer at Paramount Residential Mortgage Group in Downey, California. While she has put real estate on the back burner, that is how she got her start in the industry at the age of 19. In this episode, Nick and Tony ask Ivania their burning questions about loans, properties, and the world of credit scores. They also discuss the current state of the property market, why affordability matters moreover the location when it comes to buying a house, and how someone can snag the best real estate deals of their lives by having a strategy and being patient.   This episode is nothing short of informative, so grab a pen and paper because you’ll be jotting down notes all throughout!   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas: Remote jobs taking over the job market (01:27)Ivania introduces herself (04:19)Ivania shares her family life (05:04)Comparing the real estate industry, mortgage-wise then and now (09:24)What is an FHA loan and how do they work? (10:19)Why 80/20 loans were phased out and its connection to the mortgage meltdown (12:18)When do banks ask for proof of income, especially when you have unusual banking activity? (14:55)Ivania on the state of the property market and if a correction is on the horizon (17:42)Ivania’s biggest advice to people who are interested in investing in real estate (19:18)Buying properties out of state and how property managers can be helpful (21:57)Amount of capital needed depending on the unit (23:41)Why buying a property as a second home is better than buying it as an investment (25:41)Building a real estate portfolio and why being patient pays off (27:24)Location versus affordability (28:42)How landlords and tenants are receiving rent assistance from Housing Is Key (32:13)Ivania’s start as a landlord (34:59)Changes that excite Ivania the most at present (38:51)The ideal credit score for different types of loans (41:37)What guidelines are in place to prevent predatory loans? (43:09)Which is the quickest to sell once purchased: a duplex type, a condo or a townhome? (48:10)What is the Mello-Roos tax and why does it influence deals? (50:00)Why educating yourself is important when you’re looking to buy a house (53:13)The advisable amount to have in the bank when you’re buying a second home as a rental (56:43)Why you shouldn’t co-sign a card for anyone (58:00)What a borrower should know about an investment property (01:00:06)A conventional loan versus an FHA loan (01:02:28)The highest credit score Ivania has encountered (01:04:40)Ivania’s advice on people that hesitate to get into real estate (01:07:53)   —----- Follow Ivania on her socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivaniar.morales/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivania-morales-4a96a261/

Brief Summary: Jeff Hogan is a real estate appraiser and has been in the business for over 30 years now. He is also the leader of Nick’s bible study group (which is how they met) but more importantly, he is a man of faith. Our conversation with Jeff had everything – from his thoughts on the recent negative press that religion as a whole has been getting, to drawing a line between mental and spiritual issues, to ways on how the youth can build a relationship with God. This episode is full of insight that concern spirituality, the Church, and of course, the man above – so be sure not to miss it! The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas: The portrayal of Christians in media (0:44)How finding our own inner peace is the biggest mystery of all (1:55)Jeff introduces himself (04:53)Jeff’s love for tacos and his favorite kind (6:37)How religion in the US took a hit due to all the recent negative press (10:45)The decline in the number of churchgoers since 2000 (12:43)Jeff recalls his memories of going to church as a kid (16:07)Why some people shy away from attending church (18:35)Resolving issues: knowing when to ask for guidance through prayer and when to seek help from a professional (22:40)Some old-fashioned notions of the Church that need to change (28:24)Why men find it difficult to ask for help and how it leads to negative physical effects (29:21)Identifying and dealing with issues that are spiritual in nature (33:47)Making yourself feel whole is ultimately up to you (37:05)How anger and hate have affected Tony’s life, especially after losing loved ones (40:17)Jeff shares his parents’ conditions (42:12)Only God knows the reason behind his actions (48:13)Coming to terms with death and suffering (48:33)How community/charity work leaves Nick feeling fulfilled (51:46)Nick’s experience upon hearing Jeff speak in tongues (52:46)Jeff explains what speaking in tongues is and why it’s a controversial act (54:36)Developing disciples and other ways for the Church to maintain its relevance (01:00:47)Why getting to know God is an important journey for the youth to embark on (01:02:36)Utilizing social media to show what your principles look in action (01:05:54)Closing statements (01:08:52)

Brief Summary: Caesar Salas is a fitness trainer who’s changing the lives of many, one deadlift at a time. He owns a gym in Downey, California and has been working nonstop to motivate clients to act on their New Year’s Resolutions all year round. In this episode, Caesar shares his effective ways of motivating people who struggle with their fitness, his time as a successful gym owner, his relationship with Nick and his wife, and reiterates how detrimental mentality is in achieving your goals. The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   Caesar introduces himself (00:44)Caesar’s take on New Year’s Resolutions (03:19)The number one problem with people who have fitness aspirations (04:27)Tackling negativity and how it holds us back from achieving great things (08:03)Caesar on how he helps his clients get into the right mindset (13:08)The four important questions Caesar asks every new client (17:36)How Caesar figures out the types of clients he has (22:23)How does a trainer/gym owner maintain a supportive and welcoming gym culture? (25:00)Caesar’s approach in guiding clients to make better long term goals (31:31)Competition as a form of motivation (36:38)How do you encourage people to return to the gym? (42:38)Nick details Caesar’s role in creating this gym culture that his wife now loves (46:02)The importance of surrounding yourself with the correct people (47:46)Caesar’s ultimate success story (53:03)Nick’s traumatic injury and how TFL helped him regain his confidence (57:33)What made Caesar want to pursue this career path? (01:01:17)Getting a coach: the first step to becoming consistent with your fitness goals (01:06:42)Your specific actions will depend on your goal (01:07:54)Closing statements (01:15:01) –––––––   Follow Caesar on his socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Downeyfitnesspros/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tfl_fitness_center

Brief Summary:   In this episode, Nick and Tony focus on the topic of help, and why it can be hard for anyone to accept help or communicate their needs. The bros also touch on what you can do to improve how you set boundaries and expectations, why you need friends who push you, and how consistency is better than perfection. Don’t be fooled, this episode might be shorter than usual but it is jam-packed with wisdom and reflections that only come with experiencing life itself.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas: Nick shares his recent reflections about receiving help and communicating properly (00:37)Why you should surround yourself with people who value your time (05:40)How our ego and assumptions can sometimes get in the way of learning from others (07:08)The truth behind couple weekends and couple retreats (Men, pay attention!) (10:10)Are women more mature than men? (13:27)The importance of setting boundaries in any relationship (14:25)Why miscommunication leads to frustrations and arguments (16:27)Success is not just what meets the eye (18:28)Why success and failure are not just overnight outcomes (19:35)Consistency is key in life (21:32)Tony summarizes what he’s learned from Man Up (24:30)Why you need people who push you (26:04)Closing statements (28:13)

Brief Summary:   The Brown Skinvestors was created to educate and empower minority communities to achieve economic liberation via financial literacy. Founded by Rene Sanchez, Chris Dogra, Yezid Alvarado, and Rixx Gonzalez, The Brown Skinvestors holds regular webinars and a stock market course with a focus on their motto ‘Brown Wealth Matters’. In this episode, Nick flies solo in conversation with the four Brown Skinvestors on getting your money right, having an investment mentality, anticipating hits and misses in trading, managing career and families, and closing the generational wealth gap.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas: Nick shares what The Brown Skinvestors personally mean to him (00:37)What’s the mission behind The Brown Skinvestors? (07:02)Getting to know Chris, Rene, Yezid, and Rixx (07:50)What the Brown Skinvestors do for fun! (11:55)How did the Brown Skinvestors get into finance? What is everyone’s financial background? (16:13)Who manages the Brown Skinvestors’ social media? (23:13)The importance of getting your personal finances right first and foremost (25:15)Working your finances backward for a secure future (27:13)The common misconception people have about investing (28:47)Why significant others are the real MVPs of investing (30:16)What the Brown Skinvestors disagree on when it comes to investments (34:30)Why multiple perspectives help businesses progress (36:45)The different types of investors according to the Brown Skinvestors (39:16)The biggest investment misses that seemed like home runs (40:52)Is day trading the same as sports gambling? (47:04)Nick shares his experience trading sports cards (Can you make a decent side income as a day trader? (59:30)How the Brown Skinvestors are addressing the generational wealth gap in brown communities (01:03:02)Making intentions stick and creating small stories of investment success (01:05:48)Why social media is both a blessing and a curse to the younger generation (01:09:33)The Brown Skinvestors’ ultimate advice for those who want to invest and set up their future (01:16:46) ------------ Follow The Brown Skinvestors online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrownskinvestors/ Brown Wealth Matters Stock Market Course: https://thebrownskinvestors.gumroad.com/l/brownwealthmatters (Discount code ‘ManUp’ for 50% off) Merch: Snapback & ‘Brown Wealth Matters’ Shirt (Discount code ‘ManUp’ for $5 off)

Brief Summary:   Georgina Garay-Lozano is a bilingual licensed marriage and family therapist serving clients in the state of California. She has worked extensively with the Latino community and her focus is on resolving trauma-related symptoms of the present moment or intergenerational trauma that impacts our community. In her second episode with Man Up, Georgina shares using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) in therapy, overcoming milestones pressure, understanding our intentions, facing and addressing our fears, and going through her pregnancy!   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas: Why Man Up is tackling the topic of overcoming fear (00:53)How Georgina is processing her anticipation of giving birth soon (Congratulations again, Georgina!) (08:27)Different forms of fear when it comes to pregnancy and being first-time parents (12:09)How to overcome the pressure of reaching milestones and social comparison (16:57)The reality behind milestones: they take a lot of work (20:05)Why people have a ‘doom and gloom’ outlook in life (23:15)Rewiring your brain through body-based modalities (25:40)How body-based simulation works in therapy (27:43)Nick shares one practice he started doing to overcome his anxieties (31:41)How EMDR helps with performance anxiety (34:29)The importance of meeting negative thoughts with empathy (37:17)Reinforcing positive experiences and feelings to combat trauma (38:46)How therapists help clients access positive feelings (46:17)Understanding our intentions as adults when teaching children life lessons (50:28)Closing statements (59:28)

Brief Summary:   Jimmy Franco is a tax attorney at a Big Four accounting firm. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from UCLA, and a J.D. and an LLM (Masters of Law) in Taxation from the University of San Diego. He currently resides in the Sacramento area with his wife and three children and volunteers his time on multiple boards of directors, including his fraternity’s national board and a local food bank. In this episode, Nick and Tony share an important yet hilarious conversation with Jimmy about his work as a tax lawyer, dropping out from high school, taking the bar exam, figuring out your own learning process, and how to Man Up for yourself and for your family, both at the same time.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   Introducing Jimmy (00:23)Why Jimmy signed up for the vaccine trial (09:28)Jimmy’s favorite food spots in LA and his observations on LA’s food landscape (12:39)Why do people still live in LA despite upward living costs? (18:57)Dropping out of high school and applying for law school at age 32 (22:13)Why you should find a partner who not only motivates you but really pushes you to achieve your goals (28:02)What the experience of taking the bar is like (29:40)The importance of figuring out your own learning process (31:57)What Jimmy does for a living - and some of his clients! (36:38)Why you should not be afraid of taxes...and the first step when doing them (38:35)Small business necessities: LLC, a good insurance policy, and a lower taxable income goal (40:32)How to lower your taxable income as a small business (41:25)What is the pass-through entity tax? (43:23)Did Trump have good corporate tax policies? (46:03)Why corporations aren’t paying income taxes (49:16)Why it’s easier to go after individuals versus corporations when it comes to taxes (52:02)Jimmy shares why he chose corporate law over other different law practices (55:13)The reality behind studying law and practicing law (58:35)How tax law feeds Jimmy’s intellectual curiosity (01:02:28)What parenting model does Jimmy believe in and apply to his kids? (01:06:35)What Jimmy wishes he knew when he was younger and his advice to the next generation (01:08:15)Understanding your weaknesses and being honest with yourself (01:09:31)

Brief Summary:   Eli Roriguez Jr. is a born-and-raised San Pedran financial advisor turned business consultant with expertise in sales and marketing. Eli went to the University of California Santa Barbara to get his degree in Political Science and is the current Alumni Advisor for Gamma Zeta Alpha Fraternity, Inc. at Kappa Chapter. In this first episode of Season 2, Nick and Tony have a chat with Eli about his transition from finance to marketing, his experience working at a fast-food chain, finding your skillset, trust, and redefining what it means to Man Up.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   Introducing Eli (01:44)Are there good taco spots in San Pedro? (04:02)Why it’s important to know your skillset (06:39)Why customer service is an important yet underrated skill (10:38)Tony gets real about the only way to find out what you’re good at (13:50)When did Eli realize that he can go out and just do his own thing? (17:47)The right way to do crisis management at work (20:25)How to recognize your own talent and develop them (23:42)Why Eli pursued finance in college and the problem he’s trying to solve with his choice (26:58)How to approach and educate people to take ownership of their own money (30:01)Establishing trust in your relationships (30:57)When did Eli recognize that being a financial advisor wasn’t for him? (34:38)Eli shares how writing journals help process his emotions and thoughts better (35:40)The moment Eli actualized his decision to quit his job (39:09)Is corporate America just a pyramid scheme? (42:08)Why making small changes is just as important as big ones (43:26)The skills and the mentality of a business consultant (44:04)Why people stay at jobs they aren’t passionate about (45:44)Doing something out of habit vs doing something that you want to do (49:51)‘Manning up’ isn’t just about being tough (50:37)Closing statements (52:48)

We are back. New episode comes out on Friday.

Brief Summary:   Jose Mayorquin is an Emmy-award-winning producer for ABC Television Group. He has worked on several programs including Localish, Eyewitness News, and Vista LA, and live specials like the American Music Awards and Academy Awards. In this episode, Tony and Nick share a hilarious yet insightful conversation with Jose about his transition from an economics major from Berkeley to a producer in ABC, why linear paths are not always made to be followed, how to make smart choices, the future of entertainment, and how to Man Up in the pursuit of your passions.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas: Jose’s favorite taco, who he is, where he began, and what he went to school for (00:04:29)Why Jose chose to study in Berkeley, and a little shared history of Madden between the bros (00:08:57)Making the transition from Boyle Heights to Berkeley, and why Jose decided to major in economics (00:14:40)How Jose began his career and eventually settled in the entertainment industry (00:20:12)Where Jose’s passion for producing began and how he got in at ABC (00:23:02)Jose shares his humble beginnings working at ABC and his journey to becoming a producer (00:27:12)Nick gets real about career expectations and why figuring out what you want to do is the best way to start living the life you want (00:29:29)Why being a creative requires knowledge about different things (00:31:06)Why you don’t always need to follow a linear path in your career (00:35:06)Being a ‘Swiss army knife’ and pursuing different passions (00:39:28)Taking risks and confronting uncomfortable situations to learn (00:42:00)Understanding the human complexity and being smart with your choices (00:44:11)The importance of having the right person by your side (00:45:57)Differences between traditional media and new media, and the disadvantages and advantages of both (00:48:39)Jose shares his insights on the future of entertainment and the current innovations being done to AR tech (00:58:11)Jose’s piece of advice for people looking into having a career in entertainment (01:03:39)A little Man Up trivia: the man behind the Man Up theme song (01:06:01)How the Oscars ended up having an official bleeper (01:07:31)Closing statements (01:08:55)

Brief Summary:   Leo Cortez is the Head of University Recruiting for Airbnb, with several recruitment and career development roles under his belt. He has dedicated 10 years of his life to teaching and school administration before transitioning into the competitive space of corporate America. In this episode, Nick and Tony interview Leo about what it’s like to change careers when you’re 30, the importance of networking and paying attention to people you meet, leaving a legacy for your community, tips to increase your chances at getting hired, and how to Man Up in the career ladder.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   Who Leo is, his educational background, his career history, his favorite mariachi song, and his favorite street taco spot (00:04:35)How Leo knew that he wanted to pursue education and a career in the academe (00:10:51)How to move up in the education field and the importance of keeping your network alive (00:13:37)The reason behind Leo’s drastic career change (00:17:04)The opportunity that led Leo from education to the high-tech space (00:18:58)Which one is harder, education or corporate? The pandemic answers it clearly, as most parents would know (00:22:08)Leo’s introductory role and responsibilities in the corporate system, and how networking expanded opportunities for his career (00:24:08)What are the different networking events that exist in the corporate space? (00:26:39)Navigating the competitive space of corporate America; the importance of understanding your company (00:29:23)How to set yourself apart from other job candidates (00:31:31)How networking and researching increase your chances of getting hired by a company (00:34:20)Does networking in corporate America differ from small business networking? (00:39:04)Why networking with 5 people is better than meeting 40 new people (00:42:50)The advantages and challenges of transitioning your career from education to corporate (00:46:33)Working on your legacy and prioritizing your family and community over your career (00:49:47)Leo’s professional tip: use a professional email address when applying for a job (00:57:20)Personalizing your public information for better business and brand recall (00:58:50)How to organize your resume for better hiring chances (01:00:53)Why networking is a big part of the recruitment process (01:05:42)Leo’s advice for those who want to move up in their corporate careers (01:08:42)Closing statements (01:10:06)

Brief Summary:   With a society that values productivity and job titles, sometimes we can get caught up in having our life centered around our careers. In this episode of Man Up, Nick and Tony get in touch with Ricardo Gomez, a husband, a dad, and a doctor specializing in anesthesiology, to talk about pursuing a career in medicine as a Latino, the role that mentorship plays in our lives, the phenomenon of microwave society, comic book flipping, and more. Hear the grown men discuss why time is always more important than money, and how having that perspective can help you Man Up in your family.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   Nick and Tony share their biggest takeaway from this conversation (00:00:36)Who Dr. Ricardo Gomez is, where he trained to be an anesthesiologist, and his favorite street taco (00:06:12)What it’s like to be a Latino medical professional and why Ricardo pursued a career in medicine (00:09:36)How to recognize if a particular career is the right choice for you (00:11:20)The important role that mentors have in our lives (00:14:29)What it’s like to grow up as a Latino in a rural town in California (00:16:15)Ricardo shares the culture of gangs and growing up around gang members (00:19:24)The right mindset to overcome any obstacle that comes your way (00:22:17)How having a quality partner, and being a quality partner, can help you through anything (00:25:02)Why it is important to take time off and reevaluate your decisions in life (00:27:31)How to choose between equally good choices (00:32:32)Ricardo shares how staying true to oneself and to one’s heritage can lead to a more positive and engaged career (00:33:58)How being a Latino anesthesiologist puts more patients at ease and adds more trust to the medical field (00:36:36)Can you demand more salary based on your bilingual skills? (00:37:44)How doctor’s residency works and how to transition from residency to a professional licensed career (00:38:36)How pride can get in the way of your medical career (00:40:44)Ricardo’s most exciting experience in the operating room (or not!) (00:42:00)Why you should not let your profession dictate who you are (00:43:53)Living your life and not letting work and titles become the center of everything (00:47:05)The benefits of having a ‘fat kid’ personality, according to Ricardo (00:49:45)Why role models aren’t necessarily positive ones (00:50:19)Time will always be more valuable than money (00:51:40)Dabbling in real estate and cryptocurrency, acknowledging you’re bad at finance, and ALWAYS picking the right partner (00:57:30)Ricardo’s real money advice: invest in comic books and flip them for good money (01:00:50)Nick, Tony, and Ricardo talk about card flipping and the importance of investing in things you like and are interested in (01:01:56)Nick shares his golden nugget: get your money right first (01:07:31)Good things take time: what a microwave society is and why you should aim for delayed gratification (01:08:20)A little Gamma history for all the listeners and Gammas (01:10:23)Why Ricardo is grateful for joining a fraternity and the teachings that he took away from his bros (01:12:18)Closing statements (01:15:01)

COVID has really opened the conversation on mental health, and a part of it is how people deal with their personal traumas. In this episode, Nick and Tony ask help from Georgina, a licensed marriage and family therapist, in understanding trauma better, explaining why anger is usually the only emotion men are allowed to feel, treating women better, and breaking down the questions of how you can be better in processing your emotions.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   Introducing Georgina, planning post-COVID life, and discussing the vaccine (00:00:26)Can young people detect and acknowledge their traumas at a young age? Why is it more challenging to detect traumas in young people? (00:04:17)Why are men generally more inclined to express anger than any other emotion? (00:08:06)Breaking down the stereotype of men don’t (and can’t) cry and addressing the need for a safe space within the family (00:12:06)Tony opens up about his experience with bullying and how his parent taught him how to deal with it (00:14:40)How talking about things can regulate the aggression that men are taught and raised with (00:16:43)What are the things that men can change to have a healthy and respectful mindset towards women? (00:22:52)Rethinking the things parents say to their sons and to their daughters about how they should be as they grow up (00:25:41)Understanding the pressure society puts on men with regard to sex and how to change that mindset (00:29:32)Why the continuous oppression of women further drives the narrative of men disrespecting women in the dating scene (00:30:48)What are some factors that can contribute to men’s harmful behaviors towards their relationships? (00:32:23)Setting boundaries that are reasonable and are actually good for you (00:37:51)Georgina shares the reason why she pursued family therapy (00:42:24)How does a therapist digest trauma and life-changing events that happen to people? (00:46:10)The effects of COVID on therapy and how mental health took a clearer role in people’s lives (00:48:29)Nick gets real on how insurance companies treat mental health cases and behavioral therapists, and how there’s been a shift in how people talk about mental health (00:52:28)Respecting children’s boundaries and becoming better adults by listening more (00:54:54)

Find the right job in the right field can be such a daunting experience, especially when you just graduated from college. With their own struggles and realizations over the years of moving from one job to another and even shifting careers completely, Nick and Tony have all the right advice to help you find out what’s the best career for you. In this episode, the bros talk about what you should be thinking about when looking for a job, student loans, rejecting life-altering job offers, ladies, and how to Man Up in your career search.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   How Nick reframed his thinking about getting a job in line with your college degree vs getting a job that pays the bills (00:06)Why are internships important when pursuing a particular field? (03:37)Are four-year college degrees still needed with today’s market demands? Nick weighs in on how niching of skills won’t sustain current college education systems. (06:02)Nick and Tony discuss the importance of college education despite its big price tag (07:21)What are ‘big picture skills’? How do they help you with your future career and decision-making? (09:07)What standards does a degree set for your future employers? (11:12)How the probability of student loans can help you rethink your choice of field (12:22)Are there ways to lessen student loan and unemployment anxieties? (13:51)The trade-off of living a good life with a job that pays the bills vs pursuing your dream job (16:22)Does having money equate to happiness? (18:09)Tony shares how the reasons why he decided against a life-changing job offer (19:42)Nick’s pieces of advice for people who are working less-than-ideal jobs (23:02)How working different jobs can help you develop your career and figure out what you really want to do with your life (25:24)Does doing a job part-time lessen the merit of the worker? Nick shares a story where he found an advantage in doing part-time work. (26:33)The one important thing people have to understand and accept when looking for jobs (30:51)Why knowing what you want out of your career defines how you move through jobs (33:42)Changing your mindset about career and job opportunities (38:35)Nick shares what he thinks young men’s biggest distraction is (40:55)What kind of jobs ensures that you always have work and control, according to Tony (42:40)The hard truth about knowing whether or not you’re ready for a job (44:45)If you’re almost at the end of your college education and you still don’t know what to do, maybe it’s time to sit down and reevaluate (48:19)How to decide on your future career: use your network, change your mindset, and be flexible (49:30)Closing statements (50:59)

Brief Summary:   Whether you plan to live alone or move in with roommates, renting an apartment can be quite the process, especially if you don’t know the things you should be looking out for. In this episode, Nick and Tony dive deep into the uncomfortable yet important sides of leasing an apartment. From discussing your lease with your manager to controlling your emotions when your roommate leaves out a dish for weeks, this episode will make sure you know how to Man Up when renting an apartment.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   Why Man Up is doing an episode on how to rent an apartment (01:06)Tony shares his personal history with renting an apartment with roommates and the questions you should ask before you move in (03:07)Apartment renting tip #1: always keep your lease agreement (05:45)Apartment renting tip #2: go over all the fees in your lease (06:16)Why being informed and being prepared are essential to renting an apartment (fees can be tricky!) (07:04)Apartment renting tip #3: find out how long your leasor’s been on the job, but don’t be condescending! (09:29)Apartment renting tip #4: have everything in writing (11:14)Apartment renting tip #5: go through corporate lines when corresponding with your managers (13:24)Apartment renting tip #6: be roommates with RESPONSIBLE people! (14:40)How to ensure the people you’re moving in with are going to be responsible roommates according to Tony: invite them out to lunch (15:14)Why you should have the uncomfortable conversations with your roommates prior to moving in (16:52)You will never find the perfect roommate, but working out differences in living habits is easier than late payments (18:52)Nick shares how traveling with someone can be a good indicator if they’re good roommates (20:02)Apartment renting tip #7: moving in with roommates means giving up some of your freedoms, that’s how you cohabitate (21:34)Apartment renting tip #8: learn how to compromise (24:19)How do you deal with roommates who eventually slack off with their responsibilities? (28:40)Apartment renting tip #9: be upfront and address problems that arise immediately (29:36)Respect, accountability, and maturity as solid foundations of good roommate-ship (32:57)Closing statements (34:48)

Brief Summary:   As a former Sergeant in U.S. Marine Corps, our very own Tony has had significant and insightful leadership roles while in service, and throughout his career. In this episode, Nick interviews Tony on what makes a good leader, leaving toxic environments, building a team, the four different personality colors, and how to Man Up in the workspace.   The episode touches on the following key topics and ideas:   Why building real relationships is the foundation of good leadership (05:44)Finding the balance between having a good relationship with your team members and still holding them accountable (09:43)The three main components of leadership: clarity, trust, and ownership, and how to make use of these three things to achieve your goal (12:27)Why it’s important to apply clarity, trust, and ownership even to your personal life (16:51)What makes a strong leader: self-awareness, personality, and emotional intelligence (17:59)Having mutual respect and self-awareness precedes difference in personalities (20:41)The importance of knowing your emotional intelligence and regulating your emotions (22:38)Why managers also need to manage personalities, not just team members as employees (25:15)Why having emotional intelligence is needed in crisis management (27:04)Three practical tips for people in leadership positions: document, follow up, and close it out (32:42)Building a team vs knowing your team (35:57)Why focusing on your team and what you can do is more important than having the best tools (38:03)Knowing the industry you move in and imitating the best practices of industry leaders (39:35)The role that research plays in leadership styles (40:47)Optimizing individual personalities and skills is a good long-term investment for your company (42:17)Why making yourself dispensable as a leader is what can make you indispensable to the company (44:24)The ultimate goal of a leader: remove barriers and build relationships (47:42) Follow us on Social: Facebook/Instagram/TikTok