Next Level University

Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros
Next Level University

Success isn't a secret. It's a system and we teach it every day.Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers, entrepreneurs, and self-improvement addicts who are ready to get real about what it takes to grow.  Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros, this show brings raw, honest conversations about how to build a better life, love more deeply, lead with purpose, and level up in every area... from health to wealth to relationships.With over 2,000 episodes and listeners in more than 175 countries, we combine experience, data, and deep coaching insights to help you:Master your mindset and habitsScale your effort and incomeCreate deep, aligned relationshipsStay consistent when motivation fadesBuild a life you’re proud of one day at a timeNo fluff. No hype. Just real growth, every single day.Subscribe now and join #NextLevelNation.

  1. 7H AGO

    Convenience Is A Luxury (2123)

    Convenience feels easy until you see the price it quietly charges your future. In today’s real and relatable episode, Kevin and Alan break down the hidden costs of convenience, from food delivery fees to the myth of passive income. They share how small decisions can have big financial consequences and why shifting from a consumer mindset to an investor mindset is key to building real freedom. You’ll learn why doing what you do best benefits everyone and how mastering your money mindset starts with the everyday choices you make. Tune in and start taking back control of your time, money, and purpose. Learn more about: Next Level Dreamliner is a productivity journal designed to help break down dreams into goals, milestones, and daily habits. Grab your copy 👉  https://a.co/d/9fPpxEtFree 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04 Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin - https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin _____________________ Everything we offer, coaching, tools, and daily guidance to help you grow, is all in one place. The NLU website is your go-to hub to start leveling up your life, love, health, and wealth, anytime you’re ready. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com Alan@nextleveluniverse.com LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (2:35) When comfort costs more than it’s worth (4:04) Are you a consumer or an investor? (7:21) The passive income myth (12:32) Meet your people. Chase your dreams. Level up your life with Next Level Group Coaching. https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group (13:33) Do what you do best (19:43) What we never learned about money (21:11) Rethinking the convenience premium (23:51) Outro Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

    25 min
  2. 1D AGO

    Is Losing Self-Respect Worth Success To You? (2122)

    In this powerful episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share a simple framework for making decisions that feel good long-term, not just on paper. They introduce a matrix that maps your goals against your self-respect and explains why saying “yes” to everything can quietly erode your sense of self. With honest insights and relatable examples, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone chasing growth without losing who they are. If you’ve ever felt torn between doing what’s right and what “works,” this episode offers the clarity you need to make aligned, sustainable choices. Learn more about: Next Level Dreamliner is a productivity journal designed to help break down dreams into goals, milestones, and daily habits. Grab your copy 👉  https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt📘Next Level Book Club - https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcuiupjIqE9QlkptiKDQykRtKyFB5Jbhc  Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04 Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin - https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin _____________________ NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com Alan@nextleveluniverse.com LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (2:13) A better way to make decisions (5:08) The matrix: goals Vs. Self-respect (7:20) When success compromises integrity (8:57) Meet your people. Chase your dreams. Level up your life with Next Level Group Coaching. https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group (11:00) Le Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

    18 min
  3. 2D AGO

    You’re Either Building Belief Or Borrowing It! (2121)

    Are you relying on someone else’s belief in you to move forward? In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan break down what it takes to build lasting self-belief. From the dangers of staying in “training wheels mode” to the impact of the people around you, they share practical steps for turning borrowed confidence into your own. If you've ever felt like you're stuck despite consuming all the right content or having the right mentors, this episode explains why and what to do next. You’ll walk away with clarity, encouragement, and tools to take ownership of your growth. Learn more about: Next Level Dreamliner is a productivity journal designed to help break down dreams into goals, milestones, and daily habits. Grab your copy 👉  https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt Next Level University Monthly Meetup #44: “Top 10 Reasons People Aren't More Successful” - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NzwOxCMxTDyRJg4CLJS1qg#/registration Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04 Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin - https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin _____________________ NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com Alan@nextleveluniverse.com LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (3:28) How your circle shapes your mindset (6:02) Environment and identity go hand in hand (10:18) Why “just believe in yourself” fails (12:14) Meet your people. Chase your dreams. Level up your life with Next Level Group Coaching. https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

    23 min
  4. 3D AGO

    Don’t Start A Journey Without A Timeline (2120)

    Commit to the timeline, not just the dream. In this honest and thought-provoking episode, Kevin and Alan explain why success so often fails to show up, and it’s not because of talent. It’s because most people never set a timeline. They share hard-won lessons from building their podcast and business, the power of long-term thinking, and why fake confidence isn’t the same as real belief. If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or unsure how long to keep pushing, this episode is your roadmap for staying in the game long enough to actually win. Learn more about: 👥 Join our Facebook community “Next Level Nation” - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700 📘Next Level Book Club - https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcuiupjIqE9QlkptiKDQykRtKyFB5Jbhc Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04 Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin - https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin _____________________ NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com Alan@nextleveluniverse.com LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (2:17) Why do you need a timeline to win (4:50) Business lessons from a sandpit (6:02) Commitment in business vs. relationships (10:22) How long are you really willing? (14:25) What it takes to be top 1% (17:07) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt (18:17) Fake belief Vs. Real belief (24:22) The quiet struggle with self-doubt (29:32) Bu Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

    34 min
  5. 4D AGO

    The Key To Happiness Is Not Chasing It… (2119)

    In today’s powerful episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros break down the surprising difference between happiness and fulfillment. Kevin shares why success didn’t bring him the joy he expected, and Alan explains how meaning, growth, and contribution create a more lasting sense of purpose. If you’ve ever chased the next high only to feel empty afterward, this conversation will help you shift your focus toward what actually brings lasting peace and satisfaction. Learn more about: 👥 Join our Facebook community “Next Level Nation” - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700 Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04 Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin - https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin _____________________ NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com Alan@nextleveluniverse.com LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (2:12) Happiness Vs. Fulfillment (6:10) What fulfillment is made of (13:03) Contribution and meaning (18:30) The problem with quick highs (18:42) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt (30:10) Build a life you don’t want to escape (33:08) Outro Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

    34 min
  6. 5D AGO

    How Do You Know When It’s Time To Quit A Goal (2118)

    How do you know when it’s okay to quit a goal? In this episode, Kevin and Alan get real about the hard choices we face when our goals start pulling us in different directions. Whether it’s fitness, business, or relationships, sometimes quitting one goal is what allows us to succeed in another. You’ll hear honest stories, a little humor, and thoughtful tips on how to figure out what truly matters most to you. This quick chat could help you rethink how you set and reset your priorities. Learn more about: Ready to Take Your Podcast and Your Life to the Next Level? Join our “Next Level Podcast Accelerator.” Use code NLULISTENER to get all this for less than $25/session! - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/ Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04 Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin - https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin _____________________ NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com Alan@nextleveluniverse.com LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (2:22) Conflicting priorities and shifting focus (5:11) The real cost of willpower (9:12) Desire fades as goals are reached (13:05) Why “no regrets” holds us back (14:01) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt (16:20) Tradeoffs: You can’t have it all (20:15) Missed millions and future clarity (22:26) Emotions Vs. Logic in goal setting (24:41) Outro Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

    25 min
  7. 6D AGO

    2 Books That You’ll Probably Hate But NEED To Read (2117)

    Hard to read, rich in gold, lessons for the brave and bold. In today’s episode, Kevin and Alan share two life-shaping books they didn’t want to read but are now glad they did. They explore how uncomfortable truths in books can trigger growth, the hidden cost of missed learning, and why mentorship (even through pages) can shift your entire path. Whether you’re chasing big goals or want to make better decisions, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the hardest lessons are the ones we need most. Learn more about: 📘Next Level Book Club - https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcuiupjIqE9QlkptiKDQykRtKyFB5Jbhc Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04 Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin - https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin _____________________ NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com Alan@nextleveluniverse.com LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (1:46) The gateway book (3:12) Dry but life-changing (5:09) Books that force self-reflection (9:46) Mentorship, regret, and missed potential (10:47) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner, agenda, journal, and habit tracker to rule them all. Get a copy: https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt (13:33) Books as mentors on paper (18:43) Think like AI (19:43) Outro Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

    20 min
  8. JUL 2

    How Much Risk Are You Willing To Take? (2116)

    In this episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros unpack the real reason risk tolerance matters more than most people realize. You’ll hear vulnerable stories, sharp insights, and laugh-out-loud moments as they explore how your relationship with risk impacts your success in business, relationships, and personal growth. Whether you tend to overthink or leap before you look, this episode will help you find your sweet spot and take action with more clarity and confidence. Learn more about: Ready to Take Your Podcast and Your Life to the Next Level? Join our “Next Level Podcast Accelerator.” Use code NLULISTENER to get all this for under $25 per session! - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/ Next Level University Monthly Meetup #42: “Building Winning Habits: How Habits Work and How to Sustain Great Ones” - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/K_0bBGWuTfKcnTh5B0pvBg#/registration Free 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04 Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin - https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin _____________________ NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻  http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com Alan@nextleveluniverse.com LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (3:40) Risk takers move faster (5:44) The sweet spot of action (10:14) Social risk and self-worth (13:01) Balancing ambition and relationships (17:03) Rejection, momentum, and missed shots (20:45) Recklessness in youth (21:34) Next Level Dreamliner: The planner Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

    39 min
4.7
out of 5
146 Ratings

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Success isn't a secret. It's a system and we teach it every day.Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers, entrepreneurs, and self-improvement addicts who are ready to get real about what it takes to grow.  Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros, this show brings raw, honest conversations about how to build a better life, love more deeply, lead with purpose, and level up in every area... from health to wealth to relationships.With over 2,000 episodes and listeners in more than 175 countries, we combine experience, data, and deep coaching insights to help you:Master your mindset and habitsScale your effort and incomeCreate deep, aligned relationshipsStay consistent when motivation fadesBuild a life you’re proud of one day at a timeNo fluff. No hype. Just real growth, every single day.Subscribe now and join #NextLevelNation.

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