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the process with nicky chin
by ncjr
Conversations with friends, and personal reflections.Since I've spent a lot of time studying sales, figure no better way to test my mettle than engaging in verbal jiu jitsu, in the hopes of learning more.Be it laidback banter between childhood friends, to domain experts breaking it down for a young layman - everybody's got a process.Let's uncover it.
Episodes
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ep59 - a winter escape
Some reflections on recent experiences with running, golf, and sales. A new finding on the importance of incorporating zone two running in my training, and focusing on my heart rate. When it comes to the greatest game ever played, hear the highs and lows of a recent winter golf trip to Orlando....
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ep58 - when sales meets science | Devin Griffin
This week I'm joined by the inquisitive and reflective, Devin Griffin. He is a young and hungry sales rep with a deep curiosity for neuroscience and peak performance. We journey through his way of optimizing his ADHD, background leading to sales, and some Huberman-esque tactics to lead a better...
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ep57 - running, sales, golf
This week is a solo ep where I reflect on the state of affairs of 3 games very important to the process. Running to keep testing my body. Sales to keep my mind and ears sharp. And golf to keep my soul full. Updates on new findings currently helping me elevate my game. For more, check out ncjr.me....
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ep56 - from the soccer pitch to the sales pitch | Ryan Beckford
This week I'm joined by the charismatic and easygoing, Ryan Beckford. He is an Account Executive at theScore, a man who wastes no opportunity, and a kindred spirit. It's tough to not have a good time in his presence. TRANSCRIPTION 2:15 → the worldly travels of a jamrock man; perspective of...
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ep55 - 23 year in review
Took a trip down memory lane and looked back on my goals from last year. What went well, what didn't and everything in between. TL;DR... derive value in your character based on the principles behind what you're doing, as opposed to just what you're doing. For more, check out ncjr.me.…
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ep54 - poetry, content creation, and running | Joshua Murray
Join us this week as we delve into some things that we're grateful for as of late. Writing styles we the uncultured swine appreciate, reflections on the state of content creation, and an update on our respective running journeys. Joshua Murray is a transmission line engineer by day, and berserker...
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ep52 - my 'first' marathon experience
This week I reflect back on what went right vs. wrong in my recent marathon experience - the climax of operation don't SHET yourself. You'll find out here if I was successful or not. With the end of the running szn, so too does my other love, the golf szn, come to a close (really both continue…
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ep51 - parenting | Joshua Murray
Treating yourself like you would treat others. That and DO things. We decided to jam on parenting approaches, despite the two of us not making one father. Joshua Murray is a transmission line engineer by day, and berserker by night. For more, check out www.civilizedsavage.com TRANSCRIPTION 17:30…
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ep50 - self-talk, psychedelics, and mythology | Joshua Murray
The last of the Montreal chronicles - this conversation was recorded at the end of August. One of the more soul-nourishing conversations I’ve had this year, and you’d expect it from none other than the great and powerful, Joshua Murray. We reminisce on times growing up together, the various ways…
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ep49 - travel, therapy, and hunting | Joshua Murray
Catching up on travel, therapy, and hunting. Joshua Murray is an engineer by day, and berserker by night. For more, check out civilized savagery. TRANSCRIPTION 03:00 → Florida man’s travel experience first impressions of Montreal, Afghanistan, value of travel, and observing the world as an…
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ep48 - dog-walking and the internet of things | Jonah Santo
I sit down with Jonah Santo. Give it to him for his patience in understanding my poorly phrased questions. Returning the favour by entertaining me with interesting stories and perspectives. From slinging basketball tickets, to software, and everything in between. Join us if you’re curious about…
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ep47 - broken ribs, broken spirit
Cry me a river. I've been struggling over the past couple of weeks and this is an attempt to get back on the horse. In all domains of my life. Tune in if you want to hear sad boy. For more, check out ncjr.me. TRANSCRIPTION 2:01 → my diagnosis of my broken rib and how it’s affected my...
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ep46 - gotta have game | Domenico Dinh
Domenico is a martial artist, one of my oldest friends, and close comrades through life. Join me as I catch up with the man on all things jiu jitsu and judo before he competes at the US Open Judo Championships in Miami. For more, check out ncjr.me. TRANSCRIPTION 1:30 → training martial arts with...
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ep45 - blitzkrieg | Nathan Romanchych
Nathan Romanchych is your friendly neighbourhood tech salesman. Proud 3rd place finisher of U14 lacrosse nationals, and one to keep your eye on. If you'd like to go far and enjoy yourself while doing it, tune in to author of being an intentional BDR. Nasty n8 here to promote his netflix special...
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ep44 - a dash of cinnamon | Jordan Buttarazzi
This week we're joined by Toronto's resident real estate phenom, Jordan Buttarrazzi. Some may call him the Wolf of Bay Street, but he is really more of a cup of camomile tea, with a teaspoon of honey. If you want to learn more about the journey from slinging MFPs, to firefighting, through to real...
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ep43 - progress not perfection | Alec Hussey
Blessed to sit down with good friend and producer of the pod, Alec Hussey. Al's gracious enough to share the origin stories of his relationship with audio, craftsmanship, and the creative process. For more, check out ncjr.me TRANSCRIPTION 1:00 → where the love for music and audio comes from… as…
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ep42 - and we're rolling!
I did a thing. 16 years in Chito Ryu Karate has me yearning to get back into some sort of martial art. The one I chose is jiu jitsu, and a couple months in, many bruises (physical and egoic) later, I have some insights on why this may be one of the greatest games ever played. It rivals golfs in...
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ep41 - 29... life journey bro
So, you've made it around the sun another year? Gotta capture the beautiful days and memories in a time capsule, while trying to reflect on how far I've come. What better way to do so and practice gratitude by answering the question of "are you happy?". Turns out, I'm not. But there is something...
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ep40 - putting the cult in culture
You vie for it if it's not there, yet expect it to be the norm when it is there. We're talking culture, people. The importance of it in team-building. How to take inspiration from Japanese culture to build discipline. And ultimately, building the cult that rises the tide and lifts all boats. For...
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ep39 - hi-lo of running, riting, reading
Talking into the void and being brutally honest with my recent shortcomings and misses in habits - specifically, running, journalling, and reading. I figure the best way to get back on the horse is to first publicly shame myself, and the next is to just fucking do it. Here's to day zero. For…
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ep38 - 3 axes to sharpen for a sales pro's mindset
I used to think critical thinking, resourcefulness, and creativity, was the cocktail to a stellar sales pro. While still important, 6 more quarters under my belt, many highs and lows, has lead me to a new top 3 I look for in myself, and those around me in selling. Curiosity, initiative, and...
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ep37 - putting the tone in toner | Mehrab Shayesteh
Dearly beloved, this week we're joined by the Bay Street Bull himself, Mehrab Shayesteh. From his uppers not believing in him in retail sales, to literally pounding the pavement, and breaking every record for the Xerox agency in Toronto's downtown core. He'll be the first to tell you the only…
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ep36 - running sales 2
If I finished out q1 on top, treat to myself was one of them fancy running watches. Turns out it has been one of the better investments I've made. As with most things with running, there are many parallels to draw between it and sales. Join me this week to dive into insights I dig into for sales...
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ep35 - q1 after-action report
Quick reflection on camps made and summits to come after 3 months in '23. SUPPORT & CONNECT: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholaschinjr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicholaschinjr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickyandrew/
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ep34 - nervous first date with a doctor | Jessica Minott
This is a special one, friends. I was given the rare honour to sit down with my lovely girlfriend, Dr. Jessica Minott. Tune in if you want to learn about science; from veterinary medicine, to immunology - an undergraduate degree to a PhD, and everything in between. A glimpse into the beautiful...
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ep33 - thigh-land | Joshua Murray
Shifu Bamboo returns from the mother (?) land? We recollect his recent stint to SE Asia, and live vicariously through a man that lives on the edge. Joshua Murray is a transmission line engineer by day, and soul searcher by night. For more of his work, check out: http://www.civilizedsavagery.com/...
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ep32 - running sales 1
What it do, friends. It finally dawned on me to formalize a space where I can think about two of my current interests: sales and running. With ample parallels between the two, and my journey in figuring out how to run a sales team, and run a run - I'll periodically go for a run with the sole...
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ep31 - travels and tribulations
Lost your passport on work travels? Locked up abroad? Trying to find meaning and some insight from stupid mistakes. SUPPORT & CONNECT Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholaschinjr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicholaschinjr Instagram:...
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ep30 - finding discipline through the navy | Jordan Beckford
Ever wonder what it's like to join the military? Join us this week where Mr. Worldwide, Jordan Beckford, lifts the curtain on the discipline and process you can find from joining the military. The fact that his brother is in tech sales helps us draw parallels. Turns out it's not what you know…
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ep29 - putting the life in lifestyle | Matt Stiver
This week we're joined by one of the key influencers to the process, Matt Stiver. He is a mechanical/process engineer by day, and coffee connoisseur by night. A resident java boy who subscribes to a process of consistency, hard-work, and focus to realize his potential. His work has amounted to...
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ep28 - the nicky chin experience, to-date
Who is Nicky Chin? This week I go back to the icebreaker of icebreakers. 10 minutes of me… except make it 30 minutes. The prompt is as simple as “Who are you?”, and then you cannot let silence hang for 10 minutes. It’s an activity I often used with newbies in university, and realized it’s a great...
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ep27 - martial arts lessons, and death | Joshua Murray
Shifu Bamboo is back. We ponder the mindset and attitude towards death, the value of solitude, and the lessons we've taken from martial arts training. Joshua Murray is a transmission line engineer by day, and soul searcher by night. For more of his work, check out…
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ep26 - untethering my soul
Active listening, non-verbal communication, recency Bias... How can you incorporate all of these into a first date, or ice breaker activity? Reflecting on a workshop I frequently use when initially building a team. From there I take some reflections into consciousness, meditation and how to use...
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ep25 - don't be the one to tell yourself no!
Recently did some travelling for work and stumbled across another "sales is life, life is sales" lesson. For my first work conference in a long time, the people and adventure is what made it all the more special. If you like what I'm putting down, and want to pick up more - check out ncjr.me....
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ep24 - the creative process | Alec Hussey
Alec Hussey is our resident audiophile, industrial designer, all-around craftsman, and the editor of the Process. He's a long-time friend, master creative, and has the eye for detail. ACH shares anywhere from his journey with mental health, to where/how he begins with any new creative projects.…
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ep23 - broken telephone
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place - George Bernard Shaw… I’ve been burned, and I’ve done the burning in the past when it comes to communication. It’s the hardest, yet most important thing we can do as humans. Fortunately, the role of sales forces…
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ep22 - eggs in a basket
Sales is life, life is sales. Pulling out a lesson I came across (again) in finishing out last year's Q4. Ended up seeing that same sales lesson applied to the real world. Which, also happened to be in my personal Q4. Fool me once, shame on you - fool me twice 🙃 Still can't scratch the itch?…
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ep21 - enjoyment, satisfaction, and purpose | Joshua Murray
Joshua Murray is a transmission line engineer, entrepreneur, and deep, close friend. Anywhere from leadership, satisfaction, enjoyment, and purpose; Shifu Bamboo does not disappoint in helping me understand some of the mindsets I should take on entering a new year. That, and if you want to learn...
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ep20 - 22 year in review
Take a quick jaunt down memory lane of 2022. Always a humbling experience to go back to your inner judge (cc: journal), and see how you lived up to your expectations of yourself. Tune in to see how close (or far) I came in achieving my goals, and lessons learned for setting myself up this year.…
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ep19 - the opposite of discipline
Help - I’ve fallen and I can’t get up… call someone! Take a quick listen, as I’m starting to worry. Thanks for your patience here, folks - I’ve fallen off the horse the past couple of weeks so I dig into it to try and figure out why it happened, and what to do about it. If this tickles your ear...
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ep18 - pain, uncertainty, hardwork | Joshua Murray
Stutz documentary was so on point, that we had to bring it back to Shifu Lobo to hear his take. Joshua Murray is a transmission line engineer by day, and soul searcher by night. For more of his work, check out: http://www.civilizedsavagery.com/ SUPPORT & CONNECT Email: [email protected] LinkedIn:...
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ep17 - stutz baby, stutz
Easily a documentary to change one’s life. Jonah Hill’s ‘Stutz’ doc breaks down the tools his therapist has equipped him with to manage the chaos of life. If you’re struggling, languishing, or feel like you can squeeze a little more out of the life lemon, check it out. If you can’t watch the…
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ep16 - moderation, structure, mindset
Feeling out of whack... discombobulated... unbalanced. Going back to the fundamentals to try and find my centre again. It's tough but the reflections and cathartic release of speaking into a void helps organize my thoughts. Hope you enjoy. Interested in continuing the conversation? Check out...
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ep15 - mentorship, the rising tide lifts all boats
You're a reflection of the people you surround yourself with. I'm grateful for my sage mentors who shared insight and feedback on my process. Build mentors into your process and you'll be pleasantly surprised by how much better, faster, stronger, you'll be able to accomplish things. Plus, life's...
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ep14 - take dead aim at imposter syndrome
Feel like you've stumbled your way through your achievements? Find it hard to take credit for some of the work you do? Think a lot of your success is based on luck? I'm sure it doesn't come as a shocker, but you might be struggling with imposter syndrome. Me too... this week we explore how mine...
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ep13 - enter the dragon | Joshua Murray
Joshua Murray is a transmission line engineer, martial artist, and entrepreneur. Beyond that, he is a man I'm proud to call a spiritual guide and brother. For more of his mind, check out: http://www.civilizedsavagery.com/ SUPPORT & CONNECT Email: [email protected] LinkedIn:...
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ep12 - started from the bottom, and we still here
Ever wonder what it's like to work at a startup? Join me as I reflect on some of the lessons I've taken after scaling a health-tech startup from zero to one. From cold-calling, growing the team, all the way to knowing when to leave... a truly formative experience. What's next? Check out ncjr.me....
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ep11 - the value of work
From neurosurgery dreams, to startup sales. Documenting part of my career path to-date and some lessons learned along the way. tl/dr... work is not a status symbol prestigiousness of a career path does not matter your pay is not solely a reflection of your merit Interested in continuing the...
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ep10 - the reed of reading
Remember when you sat in the back of the classroom and constantly provoked the teacher with "but miss, when are we ever going to use that in the real world?". Well, it's come full circle for Little Johnny (Nicky) as books + stories have made my experience on this floating rock, all the more...
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ep9 - icy hot exposure
Feeling stuck? Stagnant? Not sure where to look next? Go get some heat on your skin. Or some cold. Either extreme will do your mental and physical justice. Better yet, hold your breathe while under those conditions and you just might find something a likkle psychedelic about yourself. Interested…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Conversations with friends, and personal reflections.Since I've spent a lot of time studying sales, figure no better way to test my mettle than engaging in verbal jiu jitsu, in the hopes of learning more.Be it laidback banter between childhood friends, to domain experts breaking it down for a young layman - everybody's got a process.Let's uncover it.
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Conversations with friends, and personal reflections.Since I've spent a lot of time studying sales, figure no better way to test my mettle than engaging in verbal jiu jitsu, in the hopes of learning more.Be it laidback banter between childhood friends, to domain experts breaking it down for a young...
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