Elevation Nation

Morry Zolet is an Executive Director at Morgan Stanley where he advises his clients on creating wealth. However, Morry is so much more than a financial advisor. He is a philanthropist, mentor, family man and a lover of life.Morry is a guy that never hesitates to get a little introspective. We jump into a deep conversation with him about how he was able to elevate himself in the real world when he graduated college, his advice for young adults who want to live a “wealthy” life beyond just finances, and how he uses mental fortitude to make a difference in the world.LinkedIn

We all go through change in our lives. Sometimes its voluntary, sometimes it’s good and sometimes it might be bad. But change is inevitable. This week, we talk through a recent change that Sam has gone through in his life and how he is acclimating to his new norm. Later in the episode, Parker shouts out the well respected writer Mitch Albom with an all-time quote.

Brett Dashevsky always knew he wanted to be an entrepreneur. After graduating college a little more than a year ago, Brett is already making his mark on the real world. Fueling his passion for entrepreneurship, Brett co-founded Healthcare Huddle with his brother while working as a full-time employee at Capital One. Healthcare Huddle is a free weekly newsletter with the goal of changing the way the healthcare community stays up to date on all things healthcare. We talk with Brett about where his desire for entrepreneurship comes from, what it’s like to handle a full time job with building a business from the ground up, digital media in 2021, and life as a young adult in the real world.Brett may not think it, but we certainly took one thing away from the conversation… He exudes mental fortitude.LinkedIn

To elevate ourselves in the workplace, we more likely than not will have to have difficult conversations with leaders, managers, or other people who make decisions. It almost seems like nervousness and anxiety is inevitable. However, we discuss some helpful techniques that have worked for us to prepare and manage a difficult conversation in the workplace. And of course, it starts with exercising some mental fortitude.

Jack Settleman is the Founder of Snapback Sports, a sports media company that has cemented itself as a leader in the new age of sports media. SnapBack Sports has the largest sports Snapchat account in the world with over 1 million followers and over 500+ million views and a top sports podcast called SnapBack Podcast.While Jack is killing it as a CEO and content creator, he is so much more than what he does for work. Jack has a passion for community service, NFTs, the Baltimore Ravens, and showing love to his fans, friends, and family each day.This week, we go beyond sports and have a deep conversation with Jack about who he is and how he got to where he is now… because at the end of the day, he is just another young adult trying to figure out the real world.InstagramTwitterSnapBack PodcastWikipedia

As a young adult in the real world, it can be difficult to decide how and where to put our money. Whether our cash is going towards rent, a savings or brokerage account, retirement fund or the local sushi spot, figuring out a balanced system can be overwhelming. We talk through our very different financial mindsets and how we sometimes need a little mental fortitude to stay true to our goals.

Cassidy Burns is a Real Estate enthusiast. He is currently a Team Lead at Keller Williams Capital Properties and owner of BPG, a property management firm based out of D.C. However, Cassidy attributes much of his success in real estate to a prioritized focus on his mindset.We talk with Cassidy about…How his first job out of college as a fitness trainer was one of his most impactful learning opportunitiesPersonal finances for people in their 20sReal estate Cassidy’s mental fortitudeInstagramTikTokLinkedInBPG Residential

It is getting to that time of the year when college graduates are starting their first jobs. As a common theme on The Elevation Nation Podcast, we take the time to get vulnerable and share what we struggled with in our first few weeks in our first job. More importantly, we talk through our advice to new hires on how to use mental fortitude to find footing in this new environment.

After college Jeremy Stauffer was on a typical engineering route. Graduate with an engineering degree and join the corporate world. Although he liked his job, Jeremy has always had a love for boating. So much so, that he tried starting a boating company while working his full time job. When he realized that he found himself focusing so much more time and attention on boating, he quit his job to go all in.We talk with Jeremy about this experience and how we uses mental fortitude to run his own boating company brokering, operating and captaining all types of boats. You could say that he is the “captain of his own life” now. LinkedIn

After getting a bit vulnerable with the girls from the Before We Make It podcast, we continue the conversation around relationships, love and using mental fortitude to be a better partner.

Emma Garza and Dasom Lee, co-hosts of Before We Make It Podcast, recently graduated college and similarly are trying to figure out the “real world”. In over 70+ episodes of The Elevation Nation Podcast, we have not discussed in detail one very important topic that we all experience as young adults and Emma and Dasom were the perfect guests to talk about…DATING AND LOVE IN THE REAL WORLD!In this episode, we all get a bit vulnerable sharing our experiences, lessons learned and insights into how to use mental fortitude to be a better partner and/or figure out dating as a young adult. As you can imagine, things get fun…Before We Make It PodcastIG: Emma GarzaIG: Dasom Lee

After speaking with Dr. Adam Possner, we discuss how navigating health care in the real world has been a challenge for us. We have had a few eye opening experiences when it comes to doctor visits, paying bills and figuring out ways to make the best decisions for our own health. You can it was a rude awakening.

This week we are fortunate enough to have Dr. Adam Possner of North Bethesda Primary Care join the podcast. We jump into an insightful conversation about what young adults should consider when it comes to physical and mental health. Also, we discuss the basics of the health care industry, health insurance and making informed decisions for your well-being.

United States gymnast Simone Biles is the face of this year’s Olympics. However, while competing for gold alongside her team, she decided to take herself out of competition…Not for a physical injury, but a mental one.We talk through Simone’s decision and how she is the perfect example of someone displaying mental fortitude.

Brenner London is now an expat (someone who lives outside of their native country). Not too long ago, Brenner took advantage of an opportunity that was presented to him at work and moved from the United States to Amsterdam, Netherlands. As a young adult, Brenner is navigating new cultures in Europe. He is making the most of his experience by doubling down on his self-awareness and vision. This week, we talk with Brenner about his decision to move abroad, some of the crazy experiences he has had and the challenges he faces while immersing himself in a new culture.Brenner is also a podcast host himself! Check out the Expat Podcast on Spotify to hear more about life as an expat.Expat PodcastLinkedIn

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks just captured their first NBA title in 50 years this week. Elevation Nation might recall after Game 4, Giannis said something remarkable about his mindset to the media. We break down what Giannis had to say and how much his mindset relates to the concept of mental fortitude.

Professor, recruiter, and business guru Mike Poerksen has spent his career in the corporate world. As a director of recruiting for many organizations, Mike knows exactly what companies are looking for when hiring for internships and full-time jobs. The guys talk to Mike about what skills students need to land their dream job, as well as how to stand out to get hired in this "post" COVID world. LinkedIn

We will be honest. Last week, we hit a wall. But then we had a conversation with our mentor Rich Keller. Two hours later, we were back on track and more inspired than we have been in months. Mentors give us advice and hold us accountable, but more importantly provide us with reminders of the important things in life that we may have forgotten about. This week, we talk about the power of mentors and how to go about making a mentor/mentee relationship more impactful.

After his collegiate basketball career came to an end, Eric Porter was looking for a way to stay close to the game he loved. Upon the end of his playing career, a joke conversation about making a shoe turned into a Chicago footwear brand taking the country by storm. The guys talk to Eric about how he utilized his ability to learn on the fly and his Mental Fortitude to help create the apparel movement, Stria Sport. Stria SportStria InstagramEric InstagramLinkedIn

After their conversation with Hayden Humphrey on taking time to slow down, the guys talk about their week off of work for the 4th of July holiday and how they are taking time to slow down and get introspective.

Self-awareness is a skill that isn't taught in school. Yet, it is crucial to developing Mental Fortitude and finding fulfillment in the real world. For coach and entrepreneur Hayden Humphrey, he needed to slow down and learn who he was in order to find his path. And now, he's helping others do the same, exact thing. Hayden Humphrey CoachingLift ApparelLinkedInInstagram

After talking with Alex Sheinman this week, the guys were inspired by his "just do it attitude". Sam and Parker discuss ways you can take the first step towards your goals and hold yourself accountable to keep the momentum going.

You can either wait for opportunities to come to you, or you can go out there and create them yourself. Alex Sheinman (@alexsheinman) chooses to make his own fate. From creating one of the most successful events at Penn State to raising more than $125k for COVID-19 relief, Alex has learned to not wait for things to happen, and to just do it yourself.InstagramLinkedInBoardroom University

This week, Professor Jennifer Gershberg shared her thoughts on where Gen Z and Millenial students excelled and where they needed to improve. Funny enough, Parker and Sam came across a music video by Kenny Chesney called "Rich and Miserable". In it, the professor asks the students to write one word to replace “miserable” with what they want to give to the world. It was the perfect conversation starter for this week. The guys discuss try to figure out why more young adults don't ask themselves this meaningful question.

As a professor at the University of Maryland, Jennifer has a major impact on the lives of young people each year. In this week's episode, she provides an honest perspective of where Millenial and Gen Z students excel... and where they might need some work! LinkedInMaryland Profile

People don't realize, being young has huge advantages. People WANT to help you. The guys talk about how they utilized this hidden secret to help them excel in the real world.

Questions can be extremely powerful. Especially if they come from a genuine place. The guys talk to Zach Garelik about how he used a simple question to kickstart his career and get his dream job, a place to live, and more.LinkedInInstagram

After talking with Jesse Cohen, Sam and Parker share ways they push themselves and each other to push outside their comfort zones and grow.

Jesse Cohen has followed an eerily familiar path to Parker and Sam. They all grew up in similar towns, went to Big 10 schools, and got the normal, corporate job. But Jesse soon realized this was not the life he wanted, so he did something about it and starting living by his own rules, helping himself and other people create their ideal lives. The guys talk to Jesse about introspection, living true to yourself, and how to break out of societal expectations.InstagramJesse Cohen CoachingFree Call with Jesse!

After talking with Alex Myers this week about his difficult transition from college to the real world, the guys decide to reflect on their first year out of school and compare it to now. Sam and Parker talk about the struggles they had in year one, what they know now in year three, and the issues they are still facing as young adults.

You prepare your whole life for it. You think you know what to expect. But the "real world" can hit you, hard. On the show this week, the guys talk with one of the first members of Elevation Nation, their mentee, Alex Myers. Sam and Parker have been working with Alex, helping him with his transition to the real world. They talk with Alex about his struggles, his future plans, and how Elevation Nation helped him conquer the real world. Time Out with Alex MyersInstagram

Parker and Sam talk about a big change in Parker’s life; his move from DC to NYC! With both Parker’s move and recent college grads joining the real world, the guys discuss how new chapters are perfect times to get introspective, reset and assess goals.

Our generation has the ability to share their opinions easier than ever before thanks to social media. But typically, our voices end up in an "echo chamber" only hearing similar thoughts to our own. Sophie Beren is on a mission through her organization "The Conversationalist" to amplify and unify the voices of Gen Z to help people have conversations from all points of view. The guys talk to Sophie about her mission and why self-awareness is so important for young people in the real world.The ConversationalistInstagramSophie's Instagram

For the 50th episode of the Elevation Nation Podcast, Sam and Parker reflect on the highlights of their many incredible conversations. If you want a quick summary to figure out which episode to listen to next, listen up! The guys also give a sneak peek at some of the exciting developments in store for Elevation Nation. Here's to another 50 episodes!

Professional golfers have very little margin of error. Bennett Wisner is at the top of his game, but it is his mental mindset that truly allows him to dominate on and off the golf course. The guys talk to Bennett to learn about life on tour and how he approaches mastering his mindset before rounds, in between holes, after the tournament, and most importantly the real world. InstagramPGA Tour Profile

After their discussion with the Beneficial Pain guys this week, Parker and Sam reflect on what they can do to make the world a better place. If young adults have a hard time figuring out the value they add to the world, giving back can be a great place to start.

Beneficial Pain is a non-profit focused on redirecting the mindset around pain and making a positive impact on their communities. After going through painful events in their lives, Billy, Devin and their team set out to turn their struggles into strengths for themselves and others. Sam and Parker talk to the guys about their own painful pasts, including the timely events surrounding social injustices.Beneficial PainInstagramBilly WingoDevin HarvinChange the Pain Day Video

The guys continue the conversation they had with Rich Keller this week on defining your personal brand. Sam and Parker talk about an issue plaguing young adults in today's world as more and more people let careers define who they are. Learn how Parker and Sam struggled with this reality, and what they did to define themselves on their own terms.

Rich Keller is a speaker, podcast host, influencer, father, cancer survivor, and "The Catalyst". Rich has been an indispensable coach and mentor for Parker and Sam on their entrepreneurial journey the past two years. The guys talk to Rich about his inspiring story, how he became "The Catalyst" and how he is on a mission to help one million people craft their personal brand with “One Word”Learn More About RichRich's Podcast "The Catalyst Effect"

This week, in honor of Parker's episode launching, the guys are talking all about what it is like to work together as co-founders and friends. They spill the tea on all the ups and downs they've had throughout their Elevation Nation journey.

This week the guys take an opportunity to show the genius behind Elevation Nation, co-founder Parker Yablon. Sam interviews Parker about some of the challenges that he went through before college and the life lessons he always reverts to as he tries to elevate himself in the real world. As you can imagine, things get introspective! LinkedInInstagramTwitter

After our conversation with Dan Alpert this week, Parker and Sam throw it back to their final days in College Park and reflect on the things they wish they knew as Seniors about to enter the real world.

For University of Maryland student body President and college senior Dan Alpert, the real world is almost here. We talk to Dan about leadership and reflect with him on his past four years while helping to get him ready for the real world that lies ahead!LinkedIn

After their discussion this week with Corey Friedman on taking a year to just live life, Sam and Parker talk about how they have taken time to focus on living life themselves. The guys also drop a sneak peek at what is coming for Elevation Nation to help them learn how to "just live" and activate Mental Fortitude.

Society is constantly pressuring us to reveal "what's next". As soon as we finish one accomplishment, we are quickly reminded that success is short-lived. Our guest this week pushed societal expectations out the window when he decided to take a year for himself and simply experience life. No promotions, no expectations, just pure living. InstagramThe Art of CoreyThe Art of Corey Store

There's no better time to take a step back and re-explain our story. For those new to Elevation Nation, listen to our story and how we came to be. Elevation Nation was born out of necessity, to help us turn our lives around and help others know they are not alone as they enter the real world. Plus get a sneak peek of what is coming up next for EN!

In the real world, there are some people who just seem to be comfortable with who they are, where they are going, and how to get there. To our next guest, Jarred Raissen, that all boils down to one trait. Confidence. Jarred lives and breathes confidence so much, that he started a company about it. Jarred, however, was not always the confident connoisseur he is today. We talk with Jarred intimately about his past struggles and how he changed who he was to become the King of Confidence in the real world. Use Promo Code "EN15" for 15% off goods at Zelmins Minty Mouth! InstagramLinkedInZelmin's Minty Mouth

Working from home and an increased "digital" work-life has challenged us to figure out how to relax and recharge without feeling guilty. The guys talk about how they struggle with work/life balance and the things they do to keep their sanity in an ever-evolving working environment.

You know him as one of the voices behind Elevation Nation, but believe it or not, he is so much more than just that! Parker does some of his best journalism as he interviews Sam in-depth about his past, present, and plans for the future. Sam opens up to discuss the struggles he had right after college and how he found inspiration through entrepreneurship. InstagramLinkedIn

We preach habits, conquering the real world, and Mental Fortitude. But let's face it, not every day is full of success. In this week's episode of Fortitude in 15, Sam and Parker discuss what happened when they both had "bad days" and how they attempted to turn it around.