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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.

  1. 28 MAR

    MGM #65 - Networking Happens Everywhere and Here's the Proof

    Episode #65 - Networking Happens Everywhere and Here's the ProofEpisode Highlight Carl is soaking up the Florida sun in Marco Island while Evan holds it down in Buffalo, and despite the remote setup and imperfect audio, this episode is packed. From a chance encounter with the CEO of the 3rd largest egg producer in the country (at a condo printer, of all places), to Evan hosting the inaugural event at the brand-new Williamsville Business Exchange, to real talk about why the best networking moments happen when you stop trying so hard. This one is a genuine, unscripted catch-up that hits on everything MGM is about. What You'll Learn in This Episode Networking without a script — Carl met a potential coaching client at a wedding and a Fortune-caliber CEO at a lobby printer. Neither was planned. Both were gold.The Williamsville Business Exchange (WBX) is open — Evan walks Carl and the listeners through the newly transformed WBX space and recaps the first-ever event: 30 attendees, College Confidence Coach presentations, and a night that exceeded expectations.How to become a Center of Influence — From poker invites to Sabres watch parties, Carl and Evan break down why showing up where you naturally thrive is the highest-leverage networking move you can make.Donald Ross Sportswear is here — The MGM Show's new Official Apparel Partner drops in a big way. Evan hasn't taken off the spring jacket all week, and Carl's box is waiting on his desk back in Buffalo.From a childhood friendship to speaking in Vegas and North Carolina — Carl traces the chain of relationships that landed MGM a spot at the AICPA National Symposium in Las Vegas AND the NCACPA 87th Annual Conference in North Carolina — all starting with one podcast guest. Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show The 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 Coaching MGM 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.

    39 min

  2. 13 MAR

    MGM #64 - The MGM Show's Official Apparel Partner!

    Episode #64 - The MGM Show's Official Apparel Partner!Episode HighlightThe MGM Show has partnered with Donald Ross Sportswear as the official Apparel Partner of the show! At its core, Donald Ross Sportswear is about more than the game of golf—it’s about bringing timeless style and all-day comfort wherever life takes you. With two tailored fits—Sport and Classic—and an expanding product range, Donald Ross offers wardrobe staples that transition effortlessly from work to play, day to night. Our garments are made to move with you. Key takeaway #1 — Physical Space makes a difference in your work! Key takeaway #2 — Why Donald Ross Sportswear is a phenomenal brand to buy! Key takeaway #3 — AI is here, and not leaving, so hop on board... ChatGPT - General Al assistant for everythingClaude - Deep thinking and long documentsWhisk - Create graphics and visual contentNotebookLM- Turn documents into insights/podcastsLovable - Build apps without codingPerplexity Al - Al search with live citationsMidjourney - Generate high-quality Al imagesHeyGen - Create Al avatars and videosReplit - Build and deploy softwareMake - Automate workflows between apps Donald Ross Sportswear - Our Official Apparel PartnerThe 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 CoachingWebsite: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ 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.

    52 min

  3. 6 MAR

    MGM #63 - Building Confidence and The Buffalo Sabres Cannot Be Stopped

    🎙️ Episode #63 - Building Confidence and The Buffalo Sabres Cannot Be StoppedEpisode Highlight: Culture, Confidence, and Clarity aren't just needed for your business. It's needed for anyone in any situation. Look at the Buffalo Sabres. Tune in to hear how we intertwine MGM Coaching with the Buffalo Sabres and why leadership and organizational culture are vital for teams to not only survive, but thrive. 📚 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: The Buffalo Sabres are a wagonWhy MGM Coaching loves what we do Who is MGM's Ideal Client? 🔥 Connect with MGM Coaching MGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ MGM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ MGM 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!

    59 min
  4. MGM #62 - Doing What You Want, Taking Risks, and Parenting with Jon Lilley

    12 FEB

    MGM #62 - Doing What You Want, Taking Risks, and Parenting with Jon Lilley

    🎙️ Episode #62 - Doing What You Want, Taking Risks, and Parenting with Jon LilleyEpisode Highlights: Canisius High School Baseball and how we met Respecting your coaches, teammates, teachers, and elders Careers not always happen on a linear line - there are twists and turnsTaking (calculated) risksLeaning on your partners, mentors, family, and other relationships Asking questions when you don't know something! Parenting through actionPutting yourself in uncomfortable positions to grow, learn, and develop5 Questions with CJ! Lils flipped the script and interviewed me! 🎤 About Our Guest Jon Lilley:Real estate isn’t just about buying and selling, it’s about knowing true property value. Jon spent his first 10 years in the Commercial Appraisal Department at M&T Bank, gaining hands-on experience valuing properties for financial institutions. In 2013, Jon launched Advanced Evaluation Services, Inc., working with lenders, buyers, sellers, and investors to provide accurate commercial evaluations and consulting. He has also helped property owners successfully challenge property tax assessments, reducing costs and correcting inaccurate valuations. As a licensed real estate agent, he now helps commercial and residential clients buy, sell, and invest with confidence backed by real valuation expertise. Please contact Jon with any Real Estate questions: Email: Jonathan.Lilley@huntrealestate.com Email: espljdl@gmail.com 🔥 Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ MGM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ MGM 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!

    1 h 25 min

  5. 24 ENE

    MGM #61 - Dream It. Build it. Live it.

    🎙️ Episode #61 - Dream It. Build it. Live it. Episode Highlight: Big changes, big reflections, and big vision in this episode of The MGM Show. CJ and Evan dive into growth—both personal and professional—while celebrating milestones that remind us why intentional living matters. This episode also relives the story of how CJ and Evan met, considering it is the 8th anniversary of the Golf Macker! 📚 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Moved into our new office at The Walker Center Williamsville Business Exchange is here (WBX) The Lawley Sales Summit 2026 and listened to The Sitkins Group presentEvan Manifesting the ideal office space Golf Macker 2026 is here!8 Years ago, Evan and I "re-met" for the first time Dream of the life you want, then build it. Finding passion and Internal Self-Validation 🔥 Connect with MGM Coaching MGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ MGM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ MGM 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!

    56 min
  6. MGM #60 - How You Do Anything is How You Do Everything with Steve Procknal

    11 ENE

    MGM #60 - How You Do Anything is How You Do Everything with Steve Procknal

    🎙️ Episode #60 – How You Do Anything is How You Do Everything with Steve Procknal 🎧 Episode HighlightIn this episode, we sit down with Steve Procknal to explore what it truly means to live well — not just longer, but better. We talk about staying active, prioritizing movement, traveling with purpose, and training your body to remain useful for life. This conversation challenges the idea of wellness as a trend and reframes it as a daily commitment to longevity, capability, and freedom. 📚 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:• Why movement is non-negotiable Steve explains how consistent movement — not extreme fitness — is foundational to energy, clarity, and long-term health. • Training to be useful, not just in shape We discuss functional strength, real-world fitness, and why preparing your body for life matters more than aesthetics. • Longevity is built through daily choices From travel and activity to recovery and mindset, this episode breaks down how small habits compound into a longer, more capable life. 🎤 About Our Guest:Steve Procknal Buffalo, NY | Wellness Advocate | Active Lifestyle Leader | Fitness Director, Buffalo Club Steve is a Buffalo-based professional passionate about movement, longevity, and living an active, capable life. He brings a grounded, practical approach to wellness — emphasizing consistency, functionality, and sustainability over quick fixes. Steve believes the goal isn’t just to live longer, but to remain strong, mobile, and useful for as long as possible. 🔥 Connect with MGM Coaching🌐 MGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ 📧 Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com 🧠 Explore the 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.

    1 h 9 min

  7. 2 ENE

    MGM #59 - Welcome to 2026, The Year of Strength

    🎙️ Episode #59 - Welcome to 2026, The Year of StrengthEpisode Highlight: Evan and CJ sit down to kick off 2026, discussing it as the Year of Strength, being kind, and showing gratitude. Then we get into goal planning on how you can make 2026 the best yet. 📚 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: We have dubbed 2026 as the Year of Strength Be a kind human Show gratitude often Be happy with what you have while continuing to grow 🔥 Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ MGM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ MGM 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!

    1 h 1 min
  8. [Day 12] The 12 Days of Podcasting 2025: Culture that Wins with MGM Coaching

    23/12/2025

    [Day 12] The 12 Days of Podcasting 2025: Culture that Wins with MGM Coaching

    The 12 Days of Podcasting Presented by MGM Coaching Episode #12: Culture that Wins with MGM CoachingWorkplace Culture needs more investment. We aren't recommending investing more money. We're recommending investing more time and effort. You simply must invest time and effort into building your workplace culture because, without it, you're working on borrowed time. Tune in today to hear how Workplace Culture wins. Highlights Giving your employees empowerment Building a strong culture Freedom is having the power to do things your way Building up the physical space Hearing no: How do you respond? Follow the "Golden Rule" Having to work on cultureBeing a leader doesn't mean holding a title MGM Coaching's office is moving...! Connect with MGM CoachingWebsite — https://www.mgmcoach.com Instagram — @mgmcoaching_ LinkedIn — MGM Coaching Email — podcast@mgmcoach.com Enjoying the Series?If you’ve been enjoying The 12 Days of Podcasting, leave a review, share episodes with a friend, or tag us on Instagram/LinkedIn with your biggest takeaway. We want to hear from you!

    36 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.

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    MGM Coaching
  • Años de actividad
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodios
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