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Episode #72 - Blue Collar Work and a Family Business with Nick Cortese Episode HighlightEver 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 businessKey takeaway #2 — How getting into thousands of dollars of debt isn't always the best optionKey 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/@HammertimeTVBuffaloWebsite: 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: MGM20Visit: https://donaldross.comConnect 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.comConative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session?➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

The 12 Days of Podcasting Presented by MGM CoachingEpisode #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. HighlightsGiving 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.comInstagram — @mgmcoaching_LinkedIn — MGM CoachingEmail — podcast@mgmcoach.comEnjoying 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!

The 12 Days of Podcasting Presented by MGM CoachingEpisode #10: Bringing Joy Back to Work with Sara CowanSara Cowan began as a client of The College Confidence Coach. A loving mother who enrolled her daughter for college guidance with our other company. Through the first couple of meetings, she started to show interest in what the company did. Now, 6 months later, we're coworkers, and in her words, she has immense joy in what she does all day long now. Tune in to hear how you, too, can find joy in your day and within the workplace! HighlightsTeaching > Motherhood > Teaching > Coaching Wasn't looking for a new job Wasn't unhappy with her previous job Working with kids and connecting with themUnderstanding yourself and those around you, Conatively How do you find joy in your workplace?Caring about what you doFind your Internal Self-ValidationParenting your kids based on their instincts The little things mean so much Connect with MGM CoachingWebsite — https://www.mgmcoach.comInstagram — @mgmcoaching_LinkedIn — MGM CoachingEmail — podcast@mgmcoach.comEnjoying 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!

The 12 Days of Podcasting Presented by MGM CoachingEpisode #8: Financial Wisdom for the New Year with Mike LorigoMike Lorigo has been in Real Estate his entire career, and for the past 15 years, he has owned his own company, Pillar Real Estate. Financially, Mike has lost money and made money, but throughout it all, he kept a clear head so he could take calculated risks. Tune in to hear why learning to budget, your money, understand your investment strategy, and develop your own risk tolerance can play a significant role in unlocking financial clarity. HighlightsValentine's Day, 2008, founded Pillar Real Estate Packaging Engineering Program at RIT Always wanted to work for himself Being a risk-taker and believing things would work out 41 Doors > 2000 doors in 15 years Finding your own investment philosophy Financial advice for your 20's and 30'sLearning to budget your personal lifeHave your money work for you Have you ever lost $1M on a deal?Wealth is built when you can afford to do the things you want to doConnect with MGM CoachingWebsite — https://www.mgmcoach.comInstagram — @mgmcoaching_LinkedIn — MGM CoachingEmail — podcast@mgmcoach.comEnjoying 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!

The 12 Days of Podcasting Presented by MGM CoachingEpisode #6: Building Stronger Teams with Sara EckertSara Eckert is the Director of Quality at Keller Technology Corporation, a 100+ year old company, based right here in Buffalo, NY. Sara has been a client of MGM's for the last 5 months or so, and her ability to learn, inspire, and build a team has been apparent from the get-go. Tune in today to learn her go-to tricks and how you yourself can help build stronger teams. HighlightsDirector of Quality at Keller Technology What qualities make a strong team? KTC working with MGM Building confidence in the workplace Being a younger woman in a male-dominated industry Understanding how each team member works Having trust and integrity amongst a team Navigating being a leader while not being someone's "boss""Be your own CEO" - Mike Lawley Being comfortable asking questions when you don't know something Not being the smartest person on your team Episode Resources / Links MentionedLeaders Eat Last - Simon Sinek Connect with MGM CoachingWebsite — https://www.mgmcoach.comInstagram — @mgmcoaching_LinkedIn — MGM CoachingEmail — podcast@mgmcoach.comEnjoying 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!

The 12 Days of Podcasting Presented by MGM CoachingEpisode #4: Career Advice for 2026 with Caitlin HigginsCaitlin Higgins has been an Assistant United States Attorney for the Western District for the last 6+ years. This past month, she totally made the leap into Private Practice and is now Litigation Counsel with Instacart. Tune in to hear how she made the decision to leap and how that process went for her! You may learn something great if you're looking to make a change in 2026! HighlightsHaving strong mentors Being conscious about growth and having a growth mindset Using Instacart all the time...Having a passion for your job Going through the interview process for the first time in 6 years"Without determination, opportunities mean nothing."Becoming "Self-Aware"Having Grit Episode Resources / Links MentionedThe First 90 Days Grit Unapologetically Ambitious Connect with MGM CoachingWebsite — https://www.mgmcoach.comInstagram — @mgmcoaching_LinkedIn — MGM CoachingEmail — podcast@mgmcoach.comEnjoying 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!