The Next Level Guy Show

#59: Mark Divine – How to Achieve Your Goals with the SEAL Mindset

In today's episode, we have Mark Divine, a former Navy SEAL, author, and the creator of SEALFIT and Unbeatable Mind. With decades of experience in special operations, Mark's insights have helped countless individuals develop the mental toughness and resilience needed to succeed, both in the military and in life. He's also the author of The Way of the SEAL, a guide to adopting the SEAL mindset to achieve any goal.

Mark has trained SEAL candidates and created a nationwide mentoring program that significantly reduced BUD/S attrition. His background includes black belts in Seido and Goju Ryu Karate, military hand-to-hand combat certifications, and senior ranking in Saito Ninjitsu. As a certified Ashtanga Yoga teacher, he developed the Unbeatable KOKORO Yoga program to help students push their physical and mental limits.

In this episode, we dive deep into the SEAL way of life, discussing how you can use these principles to transform your life and unlock your full potential.

What we cover: - Mark's journey and how his childhood shaped him - His inspiration for joining the military and becoming a Navy SEAL - The importance of mentors in achieving success - Why men struggle with drugs and alcohol and how to break the cycle - What inspired Mark to write The Way of the SEAL and what you can take from it - The additional training techniques that help SEALs succeed - How to develop SEAL-like mental toughness and resilience - Discovering your 'why' in life and how to align your purpose with your actions - How to transform your life and mindset to become more like a SEAL - Situational awareness and its importance in personal and professional life - The two wolves metaphor and how it shapes your actions - Practical advice for using The Way of the SEAL to focus on achieving your goals - And much more!

Listen to the full episode here: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/markdivine59/

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#58 Ed Latimore on how to live a life of passion and you can too

Ed has lived an amazing life. He started off on the wrong path, drinking and getting into trouble. Deciding he wanted more from life, he worked hard and has become a professional boxer, served in the military, undertaken a physics major, became a successful chess player, wrote several books and is living a life that he enjoys and is passionate about. In this interview, we find out how you can change your life and become truly passionate about life.

Show-notes are at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/edlatimore58/

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#57 Coach Tom Davey on BJJ and how it will change your life

Coach Tom Davey is a BJJ coach and owner of the Grappling Academy. He is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black belt and MMA/Shootfighting Coach, and is 'Head Instructor' and owner of South Coast BJJ & MMA. He recieved his grading from World Champion & Coral Belt Jiu Jitsu Professor Carlos Machado. Coach Tom's teaching mythology is a reflection of his gym's ethos and believes in a detailed and enjoyable learning environment. He is someone who I greatly admire, his videos are awesome and he is a fantastic coach. I am delighted to have him on the show and rack his brain on how we can become the best at BJJ that we possibly can become. If you train BJJ you need to know who Coach Tom is and his teachings will change your skill level and enjoyment of BJJ forever!

You can listen and view the show-notes at: https://buff.ly/3QkUhod

Welcome to the Next Level Guy Podcast, where we interview industry leaders and experts to help you unlock your potential and improve your life. In today's episode, we're joined by Jessie Pavelka, an internationally recognized fitness and wellbeing expert, and specialist in extreme weight loss.

About Jessie Pavelka: Jessie is known for his impactful work on weight loss transformations through exercise, nutrition, and emotional wellbeing. He has been featured on major TV networks, including Sky's Obese: A Year to Save My Life and Lifetime's DietTribe, and has inspired thousands through appearances on Oprah's OWN Wake-up Workout, The View, and The Doctors. Jessie's approach goes beyond just physical fitness—he connects deeply with his clients to inspire lasting change.

A former professional bodybuilder and fitness model, Jessie's experience in the industry includes countless magazine covers and a spot as Insider's "Hottest Trainer." His latest venture, Pavelka Health Revolution, brings his holistic approach to health and wellness to the UK, continuing his mission of helping people not just lose weight, but transform their lives.

In this episode, Jessie shares his journey, his passion for fitness, and his insights into the mental and emotional components of lasting weight loss. Whether you're struggling with obesity, looking to make a lifestyle transformation, or seeking inspiration for a better approach to health and wellbeing, this episode has something for you.

What we cover: - Jessie's motivation to enter the fitness world - How to connect with clients and drive long-term change - The importance of identifying core issues for sustainable weight loss and life transformation - What else you should be doing alongside workouts to unlock true health - Media portrayal of health, fitness, and body image—what it means for men - How to shift your mindset and act your way into healthier thinking and habits - The inspiration behind Jessie's TED Talk on transformation - Practical advice on how to fix your relationship with food - How becoming a father has shaped Jessie's perspective on life and wellbeing - Key takeaways for creating lasting change in your life

Listen now to hear Jessie Pavelka's insights into how to create true transformation—mentally, emotionally, and physically. You can listen and view the show notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/jessiepavelka56/

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Steve Taylor IFBB Pro on how to get in phenomenal shape regardless of your age

You can listen to the episode and review the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/stevetaylorifbbpro55/

January is the month that everyone wants to get into shape, but most people never get anywhere, they let excuses stop them. A common one is age. Surely, you can't get into shape if as you get into your twilight years? Wrong!

Steve is 63 years old and is in phenomenal shape. He looks so good, he won a IFBB Masters Physique Pro card. So what is it that makes him so successful, to look so good? Let's find out!

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#54 Michael 'Silent Mike' on how to live life on your own terms

Today's guest is internet superstar Michael 'Silent Mikke' Farr, who describes himself as a Male internet Entertainer Coach, lifter, and content creator.

He recently left a massive brand and went his own way, forging his own career, businesses and creating the life he wanted to live. I was keen to get Mike onto the podcast as not only was I a massive fan but I also knew he would have some awesome gems on how you can do this too, and go for your dreams. He has gone from strength to strength as he is building up his platform and his message and I know he is the perfect person to discuss this. In this interview, we discuss taking the first step away, overcoming fear, building your own name up, diversifying to find out what suits you best and so much more. This is different from most interviews with Mike, we move away from lifting and cover an area few discuss but would change so many men's lives, and that is building a life on your own terms.

A quick word about the affiliates before we get to the interview … Before we get into that, a quick word about our affiliates. I've managed to build up some great relationships with some awesome companies. This allows me to obtain special discount codes, deals, and listener exclusive. Please go to www.nextlevelguy.com/affiliates for further info.

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You can listen and view the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/silentmikke54/

What we cover

• Who he is
• About his upbringing and his love for basketball
• How he transitioned into powerlifting and how he made a brand for himself from weights
• His philosophy on content creation and what makes successful content
• Who he looks to as a role model
• What does he consider makes a good man
• What inspires him to get out of bed every morning
• Why he felt the time was right to make the move and build his own brand
• How has he found the transition from being part of a successful team to going on his own
• How to stay relevant in a crowded niche and with so much competition
• What his goals are for the future
• Who his dream interview guests would be?
• Ways to connect with media influencers and connect builders
• His podcast and its guests
• Building strong friendships and networking tips
• How to work a business with friends
• What advice for those who want to go and out and do their own ventures
• What does he want everyone listening to the interview to take away as the go home message?
• And so much more

Some things to reflect on

• It is very obvious during the interview at how focused Mike is ... he picks his goals and commits to them, letting little get in his way. What could you achieve if you stopped wasting time and committed to chasing your dreams?
• Mike's father played a very important role in his life, he demonstrated how to be a good man and give back to others - what are you doing to help others?
• Mike didn't let lack of resources like a coach or money hold him back. He sourced and scrapped for the things he needed to improve. There is free content everywhere, library books you can rent and other deals you can make to help someone for some assistance etc. There is no excuse for you not working to get the things you need to get to get better. It might not be easy but it is life's way of making sure you deserve the return. If it was easy, it wouldn't be fun!
• Every man should have at least one goal in their life to better the lives of others
• You can make any life you want, you can build the life you want
• There is always fear. It will never go away. You just need to suck it up, identify a fallback position and the worst case scenario and go for it. Life is too short to not go for your dreams.
• Always be you but don't be afraid to change the environment and type of message or product you are putting out to evolve and move with the times and be open to trying new things
• You find out who you are by putting in the work
• You need to be open, vulnerable and genuine to build good, strong friendships. Genuine people attract other genuine places. Be open, supportive and genuine with people you click with and put in the effort to build the relationship with them and it will help build lifelong relationships.
• There's dumb and smart risk - weigh up what you are going to do and plan it, and go for it. Always be open to growth and change. There is always a way to get back to where you are or make money again.

The links you will need to connect with the Guest

• His Youtube channel is here
• He is on Twitter here
• You can find him on Instagram here
• He is on Twitch here
• He is on Facebook here
• You can subscribe to 50% Facts here
• You can subscribe to the Momma's Boys podcast here
• Kizen Training is available here

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Episode: #53 Nick 'Chewy' Albin on why you need to try BJJ right now

Who: Today's guest is BJJ coaching guru Nick 'Chewy' Albin. Nick is a BJJ which stands for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) competitor, coach and owner of Chewjitsu which is a Youtube training channel, and its associated BJJ training facility in Louisville, Kentucky. This guy has been an amazing help to me in my own BJJ journey and he is a must follow for beginners and experts alike, an awesome coach and a great guy! We discuss a lot of different concepts in this one and it really outlines the joys of BJJ and why I think every person needs to try it. In this interview, we discuss his story, BJJ, how life-changing training can be, role models, training methods, his outlook on life and so much more. Nick is throwing gem after gem in this one! I practically gave up trying to record them all down as there was so many ... so listen and enjoy!

**Please note that this was recorded back in July 2018 and due to some other time-sensitive recordings, the release for this interview was moved back. Some aspects have changed, I am now a 4 tab white belt and feel much more centred, controlled, considerably more developed and skilled practitioner and its thanks to guys like Nick for this evolution of me as a BJJ competitor and person. And apologies, back then I sat too far away from my mic so the sound is a bit crap in places but I didn't want to tinker too much with the sound and lose the authenticness of the interview**

A quick word about the affiliates before we get to the interview …

Before we get into that, a quick word about our affiliates. I've managed to build up some great relationships with some awesome companies. This allows me to obtain special discount codes, deals, and listener exclusive. Please go to www.nextlevelguy.com/affiliates for further info.

Wanting to get fit internally and externally, then you need to try some of the awesome fitness gear and supplements that Onnit makes. From steel maces to the amazing cognitive enhancer 'Alpha Brain' to a truly amazing line of kettlebells shaped in the guise of animals and superheroes and so much more … you need to try Onnit! Use the code 'NEXTLEVELGUY' in the discount code section of the checkout, to get 10% off any eligible items in your basket of great supplements and fitness gear. They are also offering a number of free trials of supplements you should take advantage of and trial which work best for you before committing to a full bag.

For others, I am particularly loving the 'The Natural' the pick up video guidance course by RSD Max, which aims to help you become a natural with women, Ross Edgley's awesome new book 'The World's Fittest Book' which provides awesome advice on training, health, nutrition and building successful lives and in which is the philosophy and tactics he has used to just finish swimming around the UK without going on dry land once, and if you, like m, love Amazon, then feel free to use my Amazon link to get some great discounts and bargains, including a Kindle that is currently my favourite gadget for passing time when travelling, web surfing, reading ebooks and so much more, a truly awesome buy for you or a gift for someone else with Christmas coming up.

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What we cover

• Who he is and his entrepreneurial journey as a child
• The terrible incident that encouraged Nick to train BJJ and begin his Jiu-Jitsu journey
• Is BJJ right for everyone?
• How to be a good student at your BJJ gym and how you can learn BJJ the quickest?
• How do you leave your ego at the door and enter training with an empty learning cup?
• How BJJ will change you as a person and become a good training partner
• How should we look at being beaten? How should we look at loss and overcome the negative association we tend to add to it and actually learn from it?
• How Nick coaches and his truly superb way of viewing learning BJJ and using it as well
• How progression is judged and what you need to do to show to be ready for another tab or belt
• The amazing benefits of an open mat session and a training debrief
• The importance and benefits of going for a short walk after a meal.
• The evolution of techniques and moves in Jiu-Jitsu
• How to pick the right gym for you to train BJJ at
• Where his creativity and passion for training BJJ comes from
• How he finds transitioning from a BJJ Competitor to Coach to gym owner
• Methods for recovering, avoiding injury, starting training as an older person etc and how Nick relaxes away from it all
• Do mental workouts like visualisation work?
• How Nick chooses his content and connects with his audience
• What should you expect from your first class and starting BJJ
• The evolution of his business
• How should someone starting outlook to progress within their first six months of BJJ training
• How does he deal with the fast break questions
• What he wants you to take from the interview
• How you can keep in touch with him and his projects
• And so much more

Some things to reflect on

• BJJ is a human chess match, you can never fully learn BJJ but you can make it your own, evolve positions submissions and movement chains to make your own version of BJJ
• To be a great student, you need to find your own intrinsic reason about why you want to learn, it needs to be something you want to do, to learn as it is a long challenging road but it will be a life-changing road
• BJJ techniques are changing and evolving all the time, there are no real wrong positions, more your reaction from being in it dictates how successful you can
• If you can control three out of four points to pass a guard - hips, knees and legs, it will create a really nasty and skilled guard pass
• Learn to relax and that mindset will open up your creative mind and it will allow creating, to tinker and modify to make BJJ in your own style
• Martial arts allows you to take back your power, your true identity after being bullied, a bad family environment etc, martial arts allows you to become centred and controlled again
• Who we are is very malleable, we can change, we can develop, we can become better, no matter our current starting point
• The story you tell yourself will control how successful you will be and how quickly you can 'learn' BJJ - what is the story you tell about yourself? Is it a positive or negative?
• Everyone is going to be different in terms of skill progression, your journey is yours alone, don't judge yourself against another, don't compare yourself against others, follow your own path and help others but each of us goes on our own journey
• You need to step away from the mats to recover, learn and evolve as well as time training - you need a healthy mixture of training, recover and other hobbies
• Good or bad, the experiences you have gone through have made you the person you are today and you can learn from them and become a better person from it
• Instead of trying to find solutions to the reasons you don't or can't do something, find the one reason - all it takes is one - to actually want to do it and focus on that

The links you will need to connect with the Guest

• Nick's site is available here
• Nicks superb encyclopedia of BJJ techniques and skills is available here
• Follow Nick on Twitter here
• Like Nick on Facebook here
• Chewy actively posts on Reddit too
• Nick is on Instagram here
• Find out why he is known as Chewy here

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Episode: #52 David Kelly on how you can grow a business to 7+ figures!

Who: Today's guest is David Kelly, who is currently the general manager for the vastly successful King Sumo and has worked with some of the business industries greats. In this conversation, we outline why he has been so successful, entrepreneurship and provide business hacks to help your business grow and develop as a person at the same time. David has gone from building things out of lego to being able to say that "43+ million people have played with the products and ideas I've created." In this chat, we find out how you can do that too. David may not be as well known initially as some of the other people I have interviewed but he is going places, he is a very warm, friendly guy, who is very analytical, driven and is really shaking things up. Listen to his journey and find out those things that will help you become more like him.

A quick word about the affiliates before we get to the interview …

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Wanting to get fit internally and externally, then you need to try some of the awesome fitness gear and supplements that Onnit makes. From steel maces to the amazing cognitive enhancer 'Alpha Brain' to a truly amazing line of kettlebells shaped in the guise of animals and superheroes and so much more ... you need to try Onnit! Use the code 'NEXTLEVELGUY' in the discount code section of the checkout, to get 10% off any eligible items in your basket of great supplements and fitness gear. They are also offering a number of free trials of supplements you should take advantage of and trial which work best for you before committing to a full bag.

For others, I am particularly loving the 'The Natural' the pick up video guidance course by RSD Max, which aims to help you become a natural with women, Ross Edgley's awesome new book 'The World's Fittest Book' which provides awesome advice on training, health, nutrition and building successful lives and in which is the philosophy and tactics he has used to just finish swimming around the UK without going on dry land once, and if you, like m, love Amazon, then feel free to use my Amazon link to get some great discounts and bargains, including a Kindle that is currently my favourite gadget for passing time when travelling, web surfing, reading ebooks and so much more, a truly awesome buy for you or a gift for someone else with Christmas coming up.

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What we cover

• Who he is
• How did his upbringing help shape his love of entrepreneurship
• The importance of a father figure in the evolution of a man
• What sort of ideas work for a new business
• Is education important to a new entrepreneur - do you need the training to become a business mogul?
• What are the benefits of a structured education?
• The key skills that today's young people should be looking to become skilled in to get ahead of the pack
• What similarities he has noticed in the amazing people he has worked with over the years
• When is the point to move on, to develop or evolve a current product or move to another platform/method?
• What made him the appealing employee for some truly great entrepreneurs? What characteristics of him help him win such great positions?
• When is the right time to leave a position and move onto another venture?
• What the most successful people trust most
• Best strategies to utilise when you are trying to network and build connections.
• His interest in self-experimentation and how it has shaped his outlook on life.
• What are his typical daily routines and does he ever have a 'typical day' like someone else who works a '9-5' jobs?
• Meditation - is it worth it? In a world run by technology, how does shutting down and powering off your mind like a computer help?
• The importance of the work/life balance and how hobbies can shape you as a person and as an entrepreneur.
• If he had his time again, would he change anything?
• How does he deal with the fast break questions?
• What does he want the listener to take away from this interview
• An unusual fact about himself that few others know.
• How can you keep in touch with David and follow his adventures and upcoming projects?
• And so much more

Some things to reflect on

• Sometimes it is best to become a manager in a start-up before trying your own start-up, you learn the basics and the key skills that you will need to make your version a success
• There are so many paths to entrepreneurship - you don't need to do the 'modern' or 'typical' route that you hear big-name founders following. Not everyone can or should be another Facebook but there is a potential audience open to everyone no matter the type of idea.
• We always have an opportunity, no matter your starting point, you choose how you react, how you take. Don't let the man in the mirror talk you out of trying, you have no idea where you might go.
• Creativity in games, sports etc can make you more creative across the board.
• Education can be important but the experience is vital. To be a good founder, you need to be experienced in every aspect or find someone else who can be. Everyone has a uniques path and skill set that can be utilised to make a fantastic team.
• You need to really believe in what you are doing to succeed, you need to believe in your mission. However, it is probably a bad approach to try and do it all on your own. You need a strong support team and network to do this, rather than being on your own. You need to support each other as you will fail but a strong support team will help you get back on track and help you out of the problems and out of the development plateaus.
• Working on your business is important ... but you need to step away from it at times, to relax and recover and build a strong work/life balance. Too much time spent will end up exhausting you and that causes burnout and most will struggle and fail. You need to work but play too. You need to plan breaks and work smart not hard.
• Everyone is trying to figure this journey and business journey out. No one has it down perfect.

The links you will need to connect with the Guest

• David's website is available here
• Book a Clarity Call with David here
• King Sumo
• Noah Kagan
• Ramit Sethi

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Episode: #51 Brian Peterson on Grappling, training hacks and skill development

Who: Brian Peterson is the owner and head coach of Peterson Grapplers. On his awesome 'Teach Me Grappling' Youtube channel, he uploads an encyclopedia of highly detailed and informative training videos that allow viewers to expedite their training development. In this interview, we cover a wide range of areas from his story, to grappling, to training hacks and so much more in between.

A quick word about the affiliates before we get to the interview …

Before we get into that, a quick word about our affiliates. I've managed to build up some great relationships with some awesome companies. This allows me to obtain special discount codes, deals, and listener exclusive. Please go to www.nextlevelguy.com/affiliates for further info.

Want to optimize your health? Then you need to try Onnit! Use the code 'NEXTLEVELGUY' in the discount code section of the checkout, to get 10% off any eligible items in your basket of great supplements and fitness gear. You really need to check out Alpha Brain, a cognitive enhancer that makes your brain work more effectively. They are also offering a number of free trials of supplements you should take advantage of.

For others, I am particularly loving the 'The Way of the Seal' by Commander Mark Divine, I liked it so much I had to interview him, which will be out in a few weeks, Ross Edgley's awesome new book 'The World's Fittest Book' which provides awesome advice on training, health, nutrition and building successful lives

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What we cover

• Who he is and why you should check him out
• Where the idea and structure for the channel came from - how we have video games to be thankful for his channel
• How he got into martial arts and how has the UFC and rise of martial arts affected the types of customers he attracts to his club
• How would he define grappling to those who are new to the sport and how is grappling different to the UFC and street fights
• Should all men do a physical sport like grappling?
• How do men go wrong when they train grappling and combat sports
• How can you learn grappling the quickest and training hacks
• What should a good instructor teach you in terms of quality of teaching and method of teaching
• What should a person starting out focus on? Basics or advanced?
• Why does he think his coaching style is so successful compared to other coaches?
• What does he look for in a student to know they are ready to be promoted with a new tab/belt?
• What personality and mentality do his ideal students have?
• How did he find the transition from competitor to coach? What about the students who try to be 'assistant coaches' but aren't official?
• How does he see his channel evolving in the future?
• The characteristics that good grapplers have
• What does he want people to take away from the interview?
• What does he consider an unusual fact about himself?
• How can you keep in touch with him?
• And so much more

Some things to reflect on

• Consistency is key in the formation of successful habits
• Grappling is fighting without striking someone - movies and TV shows have greatly misconstrued how a real fight works
• Lack of discipline can lead to fights - if every man trained, we wouldn't have as many fights as we currently do
• Learning to relax is the key to success when learning to grapple
• The majority of men are not knowledgeable about BJJ and self-defense, those who are will have the advantage. Sadly, not all coaches have the same level of leadership and training, you need to seek out those who can truly teach the essence of grappling, BJJ etc.
• The basics are great in learning a martial art but no advancement of techniques will prevent you evolving and progressing. Both basic and advanced are key to becoming great.
• Performance and being an individual are more important than knowledge in a student - it is about making grappling and BJJ a version of your style
• Less talking, more learning is the best approach as a new student
• Confidence in your ability is almost and some say more important than technique
• Age and history does not make something right, newer developments can be better than the 'proper way' of doing a technique

The links you will need to connect with the Guest

• The Peterson Grappling website is here
• Subscribe to Teach Me Grappling Channel here
• Donate to Brian's channel here on Patreon
• Follow Brian on Instagram here
• Like Peterson Grappling on Facebook here
• Fall Brawl Tournament details are here - On November 3rd '18

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What we cover

• What podcasting is and how do you know if it is for you
• How he keeps things going forward and avoiding burning out
• Tips on how to manage tasks
• How does JLD prep for each guest and how his approach to the guests which may sound counter-intuitive but is actually really smart?!
• How JLD helped me fix a big problem I had on the site!
• How JLD conducts such quality interviews
• Are there any real reasons why you should wait before starting your own podcast?
• The interviews he is most proud of
• What he wants everyone listening to remember and take from this interview
• And so much more

Some things to reflect on

• People who succeed tend to have one big idea and go all in
• It needs to be something that you are passionate about to succeed, to keep motivated and moving forward
• Batching is a great method to get work done
• Be creative and take rests; you need both to succeed
• No style is perfect or the 'right way', but you need to enjoy it and go for it
• Commit to it and see how you feel after 30 days and then review - great advice that can be applied to anything!
• How can you make your podcast different to all the other podcasts out there
• What an unusual fact about JLD is and how you can watch footage of it
• How can you provide great value to your listeners?

The links you will need to connect with the Guest

• Visit Fire Nation here
• JLD's top ten interviews
• Access Fire Nation free resources here
• Subscribe to the Fire Nation podcast here
• Like JLD on Facebook
• Follow JLD on Twitter
• Subscribe to JLD on Youtube here
• Follow JLD on Instagram here
• 3 hours to your big idea yourbigidea.il

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