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. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. MAR 28

    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
  6. MAR 13

    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
5
out of 5
16 Ratings

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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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