LESSGOO with Nick Pags

In this episode I speak with my college roommate Eddie Ravert, an Integrated Media Strategist at Tierney Agency in Philadelphia. His portfolio includes media placements in more than 100 national and regional media outlets. Eddie is also the creator and co-host of the “Rose Buds Podcast” which boasts a Top 50 spot on the iTunes TV & Film section. You can read Eddie’s full bio below.

In this episode we discuss:

-Passions becoming your profession, and does it make you less passionate about it

-Building a podcast, “Pod-fading”, and what it takes to keep it going

-How unpaid work leads to paid opportunities

-Eddie’s 110 lb weight loss journey

-The importance of having skin in the game

-Self-limiting beliefs and what it means to not be run by them

-Understanding how privilege plays a role in success

-Results create momentum

-Time, and using what you have

-For the first time, I was asked to share my “LESSGOO” moment

Eddie's Bio:

Eddie Ravert is an Integrated Media Strategist at Tierney Agency in Philadelphia. Prior to Tierney, Eddie worked at Edelman in Chicago, the largest PR firm in the world, where he managed earned media relations for national clients such as Jim Beam, SC Johnson, Darden, Disney, Hilton and Barilla.  He also served as the social community manager for both Olive Garden and Longhorn Steakhouse. His portfolio includes media placements in more than 100 national and regional media outlets including: Late Night with Seth Meyers, MSNBC, Fox Business, Fortune, GQ, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Business Insider, HuffPost, ABC News and countless more.

At Tierney, Eddie serves as Integrated Media Strategist, and has worked on a variety of clients including Yuengling, McDonald’s, QVC, ShopRunner, Choice Hotels, Independence Blue Cross, Covenant House and Kings Food Markets, while also leading executive positioning and speech writing,

On the sports vertical, Eddie has worked directly with the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies in their partnerships with McDonalds, the Philadelphia 76ers’ CSR efforts with Covenant House, the Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia Wings and NJ Devils in their partnership with Yuengling, the Chicago Cubs in efforts with Jim Beam, and numerous college athletics programs.

An avid sports fan, Eddie has been a credentialed featured columnist on BleacherReport.com, MSN Sports and Sportsnaut.com interviewing some of the top coaches and athletes across the country.

Rose Buds Podcast is a reality TV/ “The Bachelor” podcast. Hosted by the brother/sister duo of Eddie & Lynn, Rose Buds has interviewed numerous reality stars from all The Bachelor shows, Bravo shows, comedians, actors, etc. Rose Buds has been ranked in the top podcasts by Elite Daily, Bustle, Refinery 29, featured in People, US Weekly and more. The podcast has also been ranked in the Top 50 on the iTunes TV & Film section, while also hosting various sold out live shows at comedy clubs and bars up and down the East Coast. Subscribe to ‘Rose Buds’ wherever you get your podcasts, and follow on instagram @rosebudspodcast. Eddie’s personal instagram is @eddie_rage.

In this episode of LESSGOO, Dr. Rick Richey and I discuss:

-The desire to know the “why”

-Balancing daddy-duty and entrepreneur life

-Thinking about what’s next while you’re failing.

-The “even if I fail” mentality

-Aiming low on your expectations

-How passion doesn’t last forever

-The danger of falling in love with the end goal

-Praying for doors to close

Dr. Rick Richy is a certified personal trainer, LMT, adjunct professor, NASM faculty instructor, author, and subject matter expert for fitness educational videos, textbooks, and web-based content. A renowned speaker, presenting at numerous fitness conferences within the US and internationally, Rick owns Independent Training Spot, a personal training gym and ReCOVER, a recovery center, both in NYC. Rick teaches exercise science and business to help educate and support certified personal trainers.

Gregory Zamfotis is the founder and CEO of Gregory’s Coffee. He opened his first shop in 2006, and began expanding in the midst of the 2008 economic crisis. Now boasting over 30 locations, Gregory knows what it takes create a successful business in adverse circumstances. In this episode, we talk about the power of passion, seeing failure as a rebirth, keeping core values while continuing to evolve, Gregory’s “two big wins” strategy, staying hungry and humble, and how today’s choices create tomorrow’s successes. You can find Gregory on Instagram @gregoryzamfotis and @gregoryscoffee

Meet Chris Howell, a good friend and young entrepreneur who works in the business side of fitness/wellness space. Chris’ is a fitness/wellness consultant and advisor that specializes in gym design, personal trainer/group fitness development, and infrastructure solution in the health and wellness market. We discuss Chris’ mindset around his business, how he uses competition to drive him, and the importance of decision making. You can find Chris on insta @chrishowell16

In this session I sit down with Barry’s Instructor Erick Ivan Wilson. We discuss surrounding yourself with people that make you better, being what you want in your life, how social media is a way to offer value to the masses for free, the power of having someone believe in you, and celebrate your loses.

You can follow Erick on Instagram @erickivanwilson

One of the most physically impressive fit pros in NYC, Beau Whitman, a Crossfit coach, college track coach, fitness instructor, and elite athlete was diagnosed with a rare form of stage 3 germ cell cancer at the age of 27.  In this episode I connect with Beau during his first cycle of chemo as we discuss the power of vulnerability,  transitioning from the supporter to the supported, “rebuilding to inspire”, attractive nurses, going one day at a time, and creating with what you’re given.  I am so happy to say that today, Beau is CANCER FREE! Shoutout to our sponsor Samsung @samsungus.  You can follow Beau on Instagram @beauvault

Recovering alcoholic and drug addict Noa Shaw shares his story of how gratitude guided him to be the man he is today.  A life coach and Soul Cycle instructor, Noa offers powerful insight and nuggets of wisdom that will leave you energized and empowered to take the leap into your highest potential. Follow Noa on Instagram @noashaw26

Today’s episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Energi in NYC during the Season 2 launch party for LESSGOO.  My guests were legends Ross Wellinger, CJ Koegel, and Kenny Santucci.  In this live discussion and Q&A, we discussed the power of community, the ego’s control over our actions, New Years resolution mindset, and how purpose drives you.

A shift from the regular routine, Nick sits down with his two best friends since Kindergarten to recall the lessons learned from their friendship of 21 years. They discuss friendship transforming into brotherhood, what motivates them to stay committed, beating the odds, utilizing the strong qualities of others, and more.  

Nick sits down with Trevor Franklin of Orange Theory Fitness. They discuss what holds people back from taking leaps, living life with peripherals, how empathy is a superpower, and why “clickbate” is a must on Instagram.