The MGM Show

MGM Coaching

Join the founders of MGM Coaching, Carl Montante III and Evan Giokas, as they discuss business, life, people, conation, and more. A relationship that started in 2017 by a random golf pairing has led to business and friendship. We'd love for you to join us and learn how you can maximize your life, both professionally and personally. We'll be serious, and we'll slack off, but we promise to make whatever we talk about interesting. We've started families and businesses in our 20's and we're on a path and following a dream to create something bigger than we ever could imagine.

  1. MGM #73 - Turning Passion into a Business with Alternate Golf Logos

    3d ago

    MGM #73 - Turning Passion into a Business with Alternate Golf Logos

    Episode #73 - Turning Passion into a Business with Alternate Golf Logos (Ryan Gabel) Episode Highlight Ryan Gabel started his career in sales. For the next 10ish years, he stayed in sales. Then, he was diagnosed with a brain tumor, leaned into his passion during COVID, and now he's designing logos for clubs all across the country. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Key takeaway #1 — How Ryan starts a new project Key takeaway #2 — Is AI going to hurt his business? Key takeaway #3 — How a brain tumor led to his now career About Our Guest - Ryan Gabel Founder, Alternate Golf Logos Instagram Website Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    1h 12m
  2. MGM #72 - Blue Collar Work and a Family Business with Nick Cortese

    5d ago

    MGM #72 - Blue Collar Work and a Family Business with Nick Cortese

    Episode #72 - Blue Collar Work and a Family Business with Nick Cortese Episode Highlight Ever think about going into the trades? Have you ever thought that if you didn't go to college, you'd just be viewed as "not smart enough"? In today's episode, we hear from Nick Cortese, VP of Cortese Construction Services, about what it's like to run a family business and how you can create immense value and wealth for yourself without even attending college. Tune in today! What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeKey takeaway #1 — What it's like working in a 3rd generation family business Key takeaway #2 — How getting into thousands of dollars of debt isn't always the best option Key takeaway #3 — You can create immense wealth from working with your hands About Our Guest Nick Cortese, VP of Cortese Construction Services Links & Resources: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HammertimeTVBuffalo Website: https://cortese.net/ Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    49 min
  3. MGM #71 - Playing 117 Holes of Golf for Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo w/ Andy Lashua and Jamie Miller

    May 22

    MGM #71 - Playing 117 Holes of Golf for Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo w/ Andy Lashua and Jamie Miller

    Episode #71 - Playing 117 Holes of Golf for Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo w/ Andy Lashua and Jamie Miller Episode HighlightOn Tuesday, May 26th, 17 golfers will be playing 117 holes of golf with the goal of raising $1,000,000 for Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo. Today, we have the Chief Development Officer of Kaleida Health, Andy Lashua, and the original founding member of 117 Holes, Jamie Miller, on to discuss the event's history and showcase what will be done this year! We hope you enjoy. What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeKey takeaway #1 — Buffalo can rally like no other city Key takeaway #2 — Josh Allen's commitment and support to the Buffalo Community Key takeaway #3 — Yes, we get to golf 117 holes, but this is all about the children and families who get treated at Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo How to Participate in 117 Holes Donate Here: https://secure3.convio.net/chobf/site/TR?pg=personal&fr_id=1100&px=1016641 Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    44 min
  4. May 8

    MGM #70 - Parenting, Travel Sports, and The Buffalo Sabres

    Episode #70 - Parenting, Travel Sports, and The Buffalo Sabres Episode HighlightConation is used in everyday life. Whether it's with parenting, managing a household, getting kids to travel sports on time, or connecting with people over the love of The Buffalo Sabres, learning about your Conative Mind is THE MOST valuable gift you can give yourself. Tune in to episode 70 of The MGM Show to hear us talk about why that is! What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeKey takeaway #1 — When playing sports, intangibles matter almost just as much, if not more, than what is shown in the scoresheet Key takeaway #2 — Partners/Spouses must absolutely understand each other Conatively Key takeaway #3 — Are travel sports becoming too much? Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    48 min
  5. May 1

    MGM #69 - Making the Right College Decision and Saving Hundreds of Thousands on Tuition

    Episode #69 - Making the Right College Decision and Saving Hundreds of Thousands on TuitionEpisode HighlightIt's no surprise that college costs have gotten out of control over the last couple of decades. That is why The College Confidence Coach is here for you. On top of saving you what could be hundreds of thousands of dollars on tuition, we are here to help your child with the decision-making process. At 17/18 years old, it's a daunting decision. We help break it down in simple forms. Deep dive into the reasons why we are making certian decisions. Then help each student through the ENTIRE application process. Learn more about The College Confidence Coach here What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeFinding Your Right-Fit School Changes Everything: Discover why choosing a college that truly aligns with who your child is, not just their GPA or test scores, is the single most important decision in this process, and how College Confidence Coach makes that the north star of everything they do. The Three-Part Mind Alignment That Most Families Miss: Learn how aligning all three parts of a student's mindset is the secret to uncovering their right-fit path, and why skipping this step leads so many families down an expensive, stressful road to the wrong destination. How the Right Process Can Save Your Family Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars: Find out how a tried-and-true college coaching process doesn't just reduce stress, it can literally save families enormous amounts of money by helping students land where they're meant to be the first time around. Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    58 min
  6. Apr 24

    MGM #68 - The Best Hiring Practice for your Organization

    Episode #68 - The Best Hiring Practice for your OrganizationEpisode HighlightHiring needs to be viewed through a completely different lens. For too long, companies have asked only two questions: Can this person do the job? And do I like this person? But the better question is this: Is this person a Conative Match for the role? In this episode, MGM Coaching breaks down how employers can make smarter hiring decisions, reduce costly mis-hires, and better protect the investment they make in their greatest asset: their people. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Key takeaway #1 — Why not using Conation in hiring is a mistake Key takeaway #2 — How MGM Coaching approaches hiring Key takeaway #3 — What you can do in order to start protecting your investment Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    47 min
  7. MGM #67 - Mind Over Miles: Show Up With Purpose

    Apr 17

    MGM #67 - Mind Over Miles: Show Up With Purpose

    Episode #67 - Mind Over Miles: Show Up With PurposeEpisode HighlightOn today's episode, we have Max Montante and Nick Ennis of The Mind Over Foundation to talk about their 3rd Annual Mind Over Miles: 24 Hour Challenge. This year's event is coming up on May 9th and 10th in Delaware Park in Buffalo, NY! We invite you all to come out, bring a friend, and enjoy some laps! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: [Key takeaway #1] — Movement is medicine [Key takeaway #2] — Suppression of expression leads to depression [Key takeaway #3] — Finding people to help push you goes a long way! How can you help The Mind Over Foundation? Follow on Instagram Donate to Mind Over Register for Mind Over Miles! Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    54 min

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Join the founders of MGM Coaching, Carl Montante III and Evan Giokas, as they discuss business, life, people, conation, and more. A relationship that started in 2017 by a random golf pairing has led to business and friendship. We'd love for you to join us and learn how you can maximize your life, both professionally and personally. We'll be serious, and we'll slack off, but we promise to make whatever we talk about interesting. We've started families and businesses in our 20's and we're on a path and following a dream to create something bigger than we ever could imagine.