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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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August 16, 20261 hr 2 min

MGM #79 - Careers, Relationships, and Advice for Growth with Teddy Tiftickjian

Episode #79 - Careers, Relationships, and Advice for Growth with Teddy Tiftickjian Episode Highlight Teddy isn't like most millennials. According to Business News Daily , millennials switch companies every 2-3 years. If that were true for Teddy, he'd have been at 5+ companies by now. However, he has only known one: Arch Insurance Group. From interning while at The Ohio State University to now being the Vice President of the Northeast Region, Teddy tells us why he hasn't left his company, and why he has no plans to leave anytime soon. For young professionals and college-aged students, this is a must-listen. What You’ll Hear in This Episode Highlight #1 — Teddy's Life and Career Journey Highlight #2 — The importance of treating people with respect Highlight #3 — Why Teddy is in complete sync with his career today 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 Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters , the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.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.

August 7, 20261 hr 6 min

MGM #78 - Going All In with Matthew Hart

Episode #78 - Going All In with Matthew Hart Episode Highlight Matthew Hart was never the biggest, the strongest, or the most gifted. He was, however, the hardest worker, with the most passion. He brings that same focus and energy to anything he does. Whether it was playing basketball, now coaching basketball, or being a husband and a father, Matthew goes all in, all the time. Tune in, and you'll hear more of what I'm talking about! What You’ll Hear in This Episode Highlight #1 — If you're going to do something, go all in Highlight #2 — Rest and recovery are necessary for your long-term health Highlight #3 — The balance of family and the importance of a spouse cannot be overlooked About Our Guest Matthew Hart: General Manager/Director of Player Development of University of Virginia Men's Basketball Links & Resources: https://virginiasports.com/staff/matt-hart 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 Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters , the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.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.

July 31, 20261 hr 5 min

MGM #77 - Building a Division 1 Basketball Program with Turner Battle

Episode #77 - Building a Division 1 Basketball Program with Turner Battle Episode Highlight Turner Battle was a standout basketball player who grew up in North Carolina. As fate would have it, he ended up playing at UB in the early 2000's and has now found himself back with the program as its first General Manager of the program. With NIL changing the landscape of college sports forever, Turner is now tasked with growing the program, finding money to pay his players, and ensuring that these guys leave the program better than when they entered. Enjoy! What You’ll Hear in This Episode Highlight #1 — How a strong recruiting relationship brought him to Buffalo Highlight #2 — Why character is tough to find in the age of NIL Highlight #3 — How life comes full circle when you least expect it About Our Guest Turner Battle - GM, UB Men's Basketball https://ubbulls.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/staff/turner-battle/520 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 Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters , the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.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.

July 26, 202653 min

MGM #76 - The Human Side of Accounting with Lexi Weber

Episode #76 - The Human Side of Accounting with Lexi Weber Episode Highlight For a while now, people have liked to use the phrase, "AI is going to totally replace that." In the accounting industry, that is especially heard. Tune in to today's episode to hear how Lexi and her team at AICPA are handling this new era of accounting! 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 Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters , the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.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.

July 10, 20261 hr 1 min

MGM #75 - Career Changes, Full Circle Moments, and Becoming a Father with Brendan Tenney

Episode #75 - Career Changes, Full Circle Moments, and Becoming a Father with Brendan Tenney Episode Highlight Brendan went from not getting into the colleges of his choice, to studying Finance at Xavier University, to working in Corporate Finance, to pivoting to education because he kept feeling a nagging feeling like he was being pulled in a different direction. Tune in to this episode of The MGM Show to hear how he completely changed his career, married the girl of his dreams, and is now expecting his first child! What You’ll Learn in This Episode Key takeaway #1 — Life works out the way it's supposed to Key takeaway #2 — Don't run or hide from that feeling in your gut Key takeaway #3 — Find what you love to do and do that thing all the time About Our Guest Brendan Tenney, Assistant Director of Admissions @ Canisius High School Links & Resources: https://www.canisiushigh.org/ 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.

July 3, 20261 hr 7 min

MGM #74 - Putters, Taps Rooms, and Entrepreneurship with The Tony and Mike Tuber

Episode #74 - Putters, Taps Rooms, and Entrepreneurship with The Tony and Mike Tuber Episode Highlight Happy 250th Birthday, America, and welcome to the show, Tony and Mike Tuber. The MGM Show's most recent partner is T Squared Putters. A family-owned and operated business right here in Buffalo, NY, just a quick 20-minute drive south of the city. Tune in today to hear about how the business + Tees and Taps was started, who is responsible for what, and what it's like working with your brother on a daily basis! What You’ll Hear in This Episode Highlight #1 — Pitch Competitions and Starting a Business in College Highlight #2 — How Tees and Taps began with a tree putting a hole through the roof Highlight #3 — What 1 Year looks like for T Squared and the Tap Room 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 Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters , the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.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.

June 25, 20261 hr 12 min

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 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.

June 22, 202649 min

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 Episode Key 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 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.

May 22, 202643 min

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 Highlight On 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 Episode Key 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 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.

May 8, 202648 min

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

Episode #70 - Parenting, Travel Sports, and The Buffalo Sabres Episode Highlight Conation 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 Episode Key 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 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.