The MGM Show

Episode #20 – The Power of Networking, Growth, and Mentorship with David ColicchiaWe’re thrilled to bring you Episode #20 of The MGM Show! Hitting this milestone is something we’re incredibly grateful, excited, and honored to share with all of you—our loyal listeners who continue to support and grow with us on this journey. Your engagement and feedback fuel our passion for bringing you valuable conversations, and we can’t wait for what’s ahead!In this episode, we sit down with David Colicchia, General Manager of Park Country Club in Buffalo, NY, to discuss the career-changing impact of networking, mentorship, and self-awareness. David shares his journey in the hospitality and club management industry, offering key insights into how building strong relationships can open doors and accelerate professional growth.We also explore:Understanding your instinctive strengths and how you naturally work bestWhy taking chances and learning all you can is essential for successThe power of mentorship and how guidance can shape your career pathHow focusing on long-term goals leads to more meaningful progressThe idea that everyone, no matter their title or position, has something to teach youThis episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to elevate their career, expand their network, and develop a long-term success mindset. Thank you for being part of The MGM Show—here’s to many more episodes ahead!Contact:https://www.mgmcoach.com/[email protected]

Have you ever thought to yourself that you don't have enough time in the day? We'd argue you have plenty of time, just not enough energy. Learn why managing your time is almost less important than managing your energy. Shoutout Dan Sullivan and Strategic Coach - we LOVE Focus, Buffer, Free Time! Contact:https://www.mgmcoach.com/[email protected]

Buckle up for a good one today! In this episode, CJ sits down with Brian Donovan, the CEO of EBC HR & Payroll Solutions, to discuss the power of teamwork, relationships, and the impact of positive goodwill in business. We start with the story of how Brian and CJ first met, laying the foundation for their partnership. Then, we dive into how getting their team to work in sync has been a game-changer for their business group, proving that success is a collective effort.We also explore why relationships and genuine goodwill mean more than anything when it comes to long-term business growth. Finally, we break down the idea that it takes a village—every department, every role, and every person working together—to truly make a business thrive. If you're looking to build stronger teams and lasting business success, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!If you're team or company is looking for HR Solutions or Payroll services, email [email protected] and we can make the introduction for you! EBC: https://www.ebchcm.com/MGM: https://www.mgmcoach.com/Brian Donovan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-donovan-04a87813b/

Have you ever felt stuck in your career? Are you actually motivated to do your best day in and day out? Do you have a passion for something but feel like you can't make that a career? I encourage you to listen to this excellent episode with Greg! From getting pigeonholed into a career that he didn't love, to being in Strain all day long, to now loving work and finding Sync, this episode is extremely eye-opening! Enjoy! Cont act:https://www.mgmcoach.com/[email protected]

Buckle up, baby. This episode is a doozy. Come listen to our conversation with Paul Cumbo as we talk about:IntentionalitySacrificing the possible for the perfect Vision vs. PlansFinding your purpose Much, much more We also invite you to take a look at Paul's website, Camino's website, and other info pertaining to this episode! Cheers Paul Cumbo: https://www.paulcumbo.com/Camino Institute: https://www.caminoinstitute.com/Promo Video: https://youtu.be/ULp7y9jG0V4Camino Young Men's Retreat: https://youtu.be/w9BmVP0A9owPodcast Episode - Camino Institute: https://paulcumbo.substack.com/p/camino-institute-why-a-young-mensContact:https://www.mgmcoach.com/https://www.thecccoach.com/[email protected]

Seeing as this is more than likely the MGM Show's final episode before the new year, we invite you to take a listen as we discuss the importance of understanding those around you Conatively, especially your family, and how everyone is motivated by something different.It may be money, relationships, knowledge, or growth, but it's different for everyone, and that's okay!Thank you for an amazing 2024 and we can't wait for 2025! Contact:https://www.mgmcoach.com/[email protected]

Today's episode is one you won't want to miss. We have a very special guest: CJ's brother, Max Montante. As an introverted quick-start, Max has navigated his career and built his life by leaning into his Conative strengths and truly understanding what brings him joy. Max is a young entrepreneur, philanthropist, and photographer who understood his internal Self-Validation early on, which has led to him fulfilling a life he has always wanted to live. We HIGHLY recommend you take a listen. Maxwell Montante Studios: https://www.maxwellmontante.com/Max Montante's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxwell.montante/Mind Over Foundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindoverfoundation?igsh=dnY5emRkMWx0NDVwMGM Coaching: https://www.mgmcoach.com/The College Confidence Coach: https://www.thecccoach.com/

Entrepreneurship is scary, challenging, and often ends with failure. If you started a business by finding Conative Sync and Internal Self Validation, your success % will increase tenfold. Take a listen to today's episode to see why understanding your sync and what puts you into strain will be highly beneficial to your entrepreneurship journey! MGM Coaching www.mgmcoach.com [email protected] The College Confidence [email protected]

The Sunday Scaries is a real thing. That feeling on Sunday night when you think to yourself, "I don't want to go to work tomorrow." Have you ever stopped to think, "Why?"Find your ISV and watch The Sunday Scaries go away. We discuss this in CCC and we discuss this in MGM.Think about the life you want to live, then go build it. [email protected] www.mgmcoach.com

Today, the MGM Show is discussing the Solutions portion of the College Confidence Coach Program. The biggest question answered: When should you start developing your College Application? If I had to guess, it's way earlier than you think! Reach out to us today, and let's chat! Contact:[email protected]@thecccoach.com Website:www.mgmcoach.comwww.thecccoach.com

Welcome to the MGM Show Episode #10! Today, we are discussing The Strategies portion of our other business, THe College Confidence Coach. Last episode, we talked about Discovery, which is Part 1, so today is Strategies, which is Part 2! Finding your right fit school is obviously crucial to what we do at CCC, but the way we actually get to the application portion of the business is by Reverse Engineering your potential future! If you have questions about what we're saying, take a listen! As always, we welcome and appreciate any feedback you may have! PS. The Sabres lost their first game...looking for a big bounceback! [email protected]

Attention High School Parents!As your seniors embark on their final year before college, the excitement is palpable—but so is the stress. At The College Confidence Coach, we understand that these next few months can be overwhelming for students and parents alike. With applications looming, high school seniors across the country are navigating one of the most stressful periods of their lives. As a parent, you play a crucial role in supporting them through this challenging time. We invite you to tune into our latest podcast episode where we share invaluable insights, tips, and encouragement to help both you and your child manage the process with confidence. Don’t let the pressure weigh you down! Reach out to us for guidance and support. Together, we can ease the burden and pave the way for a successful transition to college.Listen now, and let’s take the stress off your shoulders!Contact us at: [email protected] [www.thecccoach.com]

Changing of the Guards:This week's episode explores the critical importance of balancing conative and affective awareness in succession planning and organizational changes. As the generational divide widens between Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, we're seeing growing affective and conative strain, making succession planning increasingly more complex. We'll dive into the root causes of this disconnect and provide actionable strategies for leaders to navigate these challenges. By fostering greater understanding across generations and aligning both the intellectual ("conative") and emotional ("affective") aspects of the transition, organizations can position themselves for a seamless changing of the guard.Tune in to learn:- The key differences in work styles, values, and priorities across the generations- Techniques for bridging the affective and conative divides during succession- Proactive steps to prepare your organization for a successful leadership transitionIf you're grappling with succession planning or organizational change, we're offering a complimentary breakthrough session to help you develop a tailored strategy. Contact us today to secure your spot.As always, contact us with comments and questions! We'd love to hear from you! [email protected] this link for a Free MGM Consultation: https://calendly.com/cmontante-cf0/mgm-consultation

Navigating the College Admissions process is difficult. Point blank. It's confusing. Applications.Writing an essay. Picking which school is for you. How will your decision affect the rest of your life? These are all things that make it so difficult. The College Confidence Coach is your one-stop-shop for all of it. Financial help. Application help. Life help. Take a listen to today's show, and let us know what you think! [email protected] [email protected]

The MGM Show Episode #6, Golf and ConationIn this episode of The MGM Show, we dive deep into the fascinating intersection of golf and conation. Conative, the third part of the mind, alongside cognitive and affective, plays a crucial role in your performance on the golf course.We'll explore how understanding and harnessing the power of conation can unlock new levels of success in your golf game. From the importance of will, drive, and perseverance to the mental strategies that elite golfers employ, this episode is a must-listen for any golfer looking to take their game to new heights.Join us as we unpack the intricate relationship between golf and conation, and discover practical tips and insights that you can immediately apply to your own golfing journey. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual weekend warrior, this episode will provide you with the tools and knowledge to truly optimize your mental game and become a better golfer.Tune in and get ready to elevate your golf performance through the power of conation!***For those actually curious about how Evan and CJ played in the Member-Guest Invite, we came in 2nd in our flight after running into a couple of buzz-saws on day 1! As always, please reach out with any comments or questions! [email protected]

What was originally planned as an episode focusing on The Conative Action Mode of Fact-Finder quickly turned into an episode discussing work culture and infrastructure. You CANNOT create CULTURE at your company WITHOUT CONATION! Reminder: Fact-Finder relates to one's instinct and NEED for facts, figures, data, research, and information. We hope you enjoy this episode. As always, please reach out with any questions or comments! email: [email protected]

Welcome back to Episode 4 of The MGM Show! We've got something exciting in store for you today as we mix things up a little. Our incredible listeners have given us some valuable feedback about Evan and Carl using terms, phrases, and words that might not be widely known. We truly appreciate this fine feedback and are thrilled to announce that we've taken it to heart. In response, we're laying out the ultimate glossary of terms that will become a permanent part of every single one of our episodes! So, get ready to dive into a world of captivating conversations that are informative and easy for everyone to understand. Don't miss out on this fascinating linguistic journey—join us now!If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out! email: [email protected]: https://www.mgmcoach.com/Definitions below. Three Areas of the MindCognitiveKnown for centuries as one of the three parts of the mind. Deals with knowledge, competencies and intellectual processes as measured on IQ or skills tests.AffectiveKnown for centuries as one of the three parts of the mind. Pertains to or arises from feelings or emotions as measured on personality or social style instruments. An emotion or tendency (noun); to influence (verb).Conation/ConativeKnown for centuries as one of the three parts of the mind. Action derived from instinct; purposeful mode of striving, volition. Can be measured by the Kolbe A Index.Time Management/Allocation of TimeFocus TimeTime spent leading, producing, selling, and completing the tasks that are required for your role. Buffer TimeTime spent preparing and learning. For many, this also includes mindless tasks such as clearing your inbox or catching up on some reading. Free TimeTime spent relaxing, doing something fun, and hanging with friends and family. Non-work Conative Stress Terms SyncSpending your time and mental energy in the same way as your Kolbe A Result and Conative Profile StrainConative Stress. A condition where a person’s sense of how a task needs to be performed is substantially different from his or her natural methods of problem solving.ConflictConative Stress. A condition between two adults in a professional relationship with differing strengths.BurnoutWhat happens when you constantly live in a state of strain. Over time, your become so far removed from your job that you feel a need to leave.TensionConative Stress. A condition where an external evaluator’s sense of how a task needs to be performed is substantially different from the job-holder’s methods of problem solving.CCC and MGM Philosophies External Self Validation (ESV)What OTHERS are telling you. Your parents, friends, family, trusted teachers. While advice is usually given with the best intention, based on your conative mind, it may not be what’s right for you.Internal Self Validation (ISV)What is right for you, based on who you are. This combines your cognitive, affective and conative mind. What do I really believe in?Who do I want to help?What excites me about the future? Conative Theory and AssessmentsKathy KolbeThe theorist behind the conative theory. The founder of Kolbe Corp and the one we love most! Kolbe A IndexAn instrument designed by Kathy Kolbe that quantifies the degree of natural talent an individual possesses in each Action Mode.Kolbe B IndexAn instrument designed by Kathy Kolbe that measures self-perceptions of job requirements.Kolbe C IndexAn instrument designed by Kathy Kolbe that indicates the conative requirements for success in a job as described by any third party, frequently a supervisor.Conative Action ModesAction ModesAs identified by Kathy Kolbe, four distinct clusters of behavior able to be measured which result from engaging our striving instincts: Fact Finder, Follow Thru, Quick Start and Implementor.Fact FinderThe Action Mode that deals with detail and complexity, providing the perspective of experience.SimplifyCounterAction in Fact Finder, so think numbers 1-3. Words associated with Simplify are distill information, estimate, abbreviate background info, see the big picture, create metaphors, and condense data ExplainReAction in Fact Finder so think numbers 4-6.. Words associated with Explain are Paraphrase reports, reviewing data, editing details, rewrite and fact check written material, test analogies, clarify specifics, and use terms properly. SpecifyInitiating Action in Fact Finder, so think numbers 7-10. Words associated with Specify are research in depth, define objectives, assess probabilities, define the terms, and develop complex strategies. Follow ThruThe Action Mode that deals with structure and order, and provides focus and continuity.AdaptCounterAction in Follow Thru, so think numbers 1-3. Words associated with Adapt are Shortcuts, revised approaches, interruptions, diversify, flexibility, and switching tasks frequently. MaintainReAction in Follow Thru, so think numbers 4-6. Words associated with Maintain are adjusting procedures, monitor policies, realign objectives, coord

Join hosts Carl and Evan as they explore the three areas of the mind in this captivating episode. Discover why understanding these areas is crucial for achieving long-term fulfillment and success in various aspects of life, including careers, relationships, education, and more.Throughout the episode, Carl and Evan encourage listeners to reflect on their own talents, traits, and instincts within each area of the mind. By doing so, you'll gain valuable insights into your unique inclinations and strengths, empowering you to align your pursuits with your natural abilities.This episode serves as a foundation for future lessons, providing you with the tools to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Take the first step towards a more fulfilling life by tuning in and uncovering the secrets of the mind.We invite you to reach out with any comments and questions to [email protected]. Also, check out our website at https://www.mgmcoach.com/

Join hosts Carl and Evan in the debut episode of our podcast, "The Genesis," as they dive into the fascinating world of MGM Coaching. Discover the goals and missions that drive this dynamic company, where they are committed to empowering individuals through conative transformation. Carl and Evan share their personal backgrounds, unveiling the unique journeys that led them to their passion for helping others unlock their full potential. Delve into the origins of their partnership, learning how their shared vision and expertise synergistically came together. Get ready to embark on an inspiring and enlightening exploration of personal growth and transformation in this inaugural episode. Don't miss "The Genesis" - tune in now!We invite you to reach out with any comments and questions to [email protected]. Also, check out our website at https://www.mgmcoach.com/