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The Proper Millennial

by Kosta Telegadas

In a day in age where the Millennials are looked down upon in the work place, this podcast hopes to highlight the successes & lessons learned in the younger generations, while reversing the thinking of prior older generations in the workplace. This podcast showcases the stories of challenge and change that younger generations are making on the world.

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Episodes

  1. Episode #24: Declan McDonald - A Life In Sales, Qualifying An Employer, Understanding Client Needs, & More

    Declan McDonald was born in the greater Washington DC area and got his bachleor's degree from Longwood University in 2018. Since Graduatoon Declan has worked in software sales for two different companies. In this Episode, Declan and I discuss his career in sales. We go over qualifying an…

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  2. Episode #23: Jeremy Aspa - Understanding The Athletic Training Field, The Need For Protocols In The Work Place, "Jumping In The Fire", Over Communication, & More

    This weeks episode features Jeremy Aspa. A native of the Hampton-Roads/Virginia Beach area, Aspa went to school at GMU for athletic training and has worked at all levels in the field. In this episode, Jeremy breaks down the life of an Athletic Trainer, the need for protocols in the work place,...

  3. Episode #22: Phil Reichhoff - Creating Your Own Opportunity, Sacrifice For Your Passion, High School Education, Elevating Others, & More

    Phil Reichhoff is a native of Virginia Beach, VA and currently serves as the strength and conditioning coach at Cape Henry High School. Phil has had extensive time working with athletes of all levels and gave some great insight in this episode. We discuss how you can create your opportunity, how...

  4. Episode #21: Bharani Sankar - Understanding Supply Chain, The Age To Take Risks, Working At Start Ups, "The Bubble", & More

    Bharani Sankar is a Richmond, VA native and former D1 athlete at Longwood University. Over the years he has grown in his industry and comes on the podcast to share his insight on being a young professional. In this episode Bharani & I discuss his roles he has had in the supply chain industry, how...

  5. Episode #20: Christian Cioffi - Knowing Core Values, Lessons Learned From Being Furloughed, Perspective, Communication, & More

    Today's episode features Christian Cioffi. Cioffi is a native of the state of Pennsylvania and is a college strength and conditioning coach. In our conversation, Coach Cioffi & I discuss knowing what your core values are, lessons learned from being furloughed in COVID, side work, perspective from...

  6. Episode #19: Jake Edmonds -Pharmaceutical Sales, Maintaining Client Relationships, Coming Prepared, & More

    Today's episode features Jake Edmonds. Jake is a native of the greater Richmond, VA area and played D3 football at Hampton-Sydney College in Farmville, VA. In our conversation, Jake & I discuss pharmaceutical sales, how to maintain client relationships, being the most prepared, & more. If you…

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  7. Episode #18: Landon Cooper - Graphic Design, Combating Burnout, Work Life Integration, Passion, & More

    Landon Cooper grew up going from city to city in a military family. He grew a love for design at a young age and graduated with his degree in graphic design from Longwood University in 2016. Since graduation Landon has held multiple high level positions in his field and recently has gone on to be…

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  8. Episode #17: Marcus Marin - Pros of Online Graduate School, Lessons From Military, Being the Underdog, Growing Up Fast, & More

    Marcus Marin graduated from Longwood University this past year and currently is enrolled in his Master's program online during the pandemic. A native of Alexandria, VA, Marin grew up an underdog and came on the air to share his story with me. In this episode Marcus and I discuss his experience...

  9. Episode #16: Michael Lamons - Competition in Sales, Buying Real Estate, Say "Yes" To Opportunity & More

    Michael Lamons went to Longwood University for School and to run cross country. Over his life being a competitive athlete he's learned so much which translates to sales. In this episode we discuss Michael's background, his current role in sales, lessons learned from sport, saying "yes" to...

  10. Episode #15: John Pacheco - Investing in Courses, Utilizing Mentors, Teaching Kids, and "Being a Sponge"

    John Pacheco currently serves as the assistant strength and conditioning coach at Windermere Prep right outside Orlando, FL. In this episode John and I discuss him utilizing downtime to invest in courses to better his skill set, how mentors can be of assistance, what it is like teaching kids…

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  11. Episode #14: Connor Gettemy - Finding a Way to Succeed, Young Leadership, Making Extra Money, & Setting A Culture

    Connor Gettemy is currently the director of sports performance at Flager College in St. Augustine, FL, Connor has served numerous roles as a strength and conditioning coach prior to his first role as a director. Being 28 years old, Connor offered some valuable insights on how being a young leader...

  12. Episode #13: Cameron Dietz - Lessons From College Coaching, 5 Year Plan, Always Being Ready, Travels, & Knowing Your Population

    Cameron Dietz is currently a strength and conditioning coach at Utah Valley University. In our episode, we talk about his travels as a young coach, how to always be ready/keep a good network, completing a 5 year plan, and knowing how your role effects different populations. Cameron did an amazing...

  13. Episode #12 - Austin Criss: Education, Faith, Blue Collar Work, Communcation, Troubleshooting & More

    In this episode, Austin and I discuss his thoughts on education. his faith, blue collar work, etc. We talked about working at fast food restaurants/lawn care companies, how to communicate/troubleshoot through various scenarios professionally or socially, and how his faith has kept him going in...

  14. Episode #11 - Marc DiGregorio - Rockstar lifestyle to PLAE, building professional relationships, DBNB, Sales, & sacrificing for your future

    In this episode, Marc and I discuss the importance of pursing your passion, his former time at Warped Tour, Sales, building professional relationships, etc. Marc has held a number of unique roles in the past and I am super happy we had a chance to record this episode. Marc currently serves as a...

  15. Episode #10: Jeremy Lezama - Time Spent With The Marines, Coaching In The DR, Content Development, EuroTrip, WeStayMotivated &More

    Jeremy Lezama obtained his Master's Degree from the University of Miami in 2018 prior to working in the Dominican Republic with the St. Louis Cardinals organization. In this episode Jeremy and i discuss his time growing up in LA, developing new skill sets, his EuroTrip, his time serving in the...

  16. Episode #9: Bryan Gee - Overcoming Setbacks, Seeing the Bigger Picture, Father/Son Relationships, Healing the Racial Divide, & More

    Bryan Gee is a former athlete of mine and played basketball for his father (Coach Gee) at Longwood University. Growing up in Cleveland, Ohio; Bryan pushed his work ethic to the limits and learned some lessons in the process. In this episode, He and I discuss the importance of father figures,...

  17. Episode #8: DeAnthony "Chuck" Williams - Entrepreneurship 101, Community Leadership, George Floyd, Solving Problems, & More

    DeAnthony "Chuck" Williams is the owner and head coach at Athletics Sports Performance in Miami, FL. Recently Chuck graduated from the University of Miami with his Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology with a concentration in strength and conditioning/Fitness Entrepreneurship. Chuck has been...

  18. Episode #7: Lex Fardella - Communication in Project Management, Budgeting, 5 Year Plan, & More

    Lex Fardella grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and received his college degree from the University of Florida back in 2018. Lex quickly jumped into a project management role in Tampa and has been on the move ever since. In this episode, Lex and I discuss commuication with older employees,...

  19. Episode #6: Jack Anderson - Changing Careers, Traveling The Nation, Forging Genuine Connections, & Finding Your Passion For A Career

    Jack currently serves as a strength and conditioning coach for P3 performance in Southern California. Prior to getting into the strength and conditioning field, Jack obtained his college degree in sports broadcasting, but realized he wanted career change. He does a great job in this episode...

  20. Episode #5: Jason Ware - Growing Up In Detroit, Graphic Design, Redefining Black Excellence, Career Changes, Freelance Work, & More

    Jason Ware is a freelance graphic designer orginally from the greater Detroit Area. Jason attended several different universities before finishing his degree in 2018 and has overcome so much in his life. In this episode, Jason and I dive into how growing up in Detroit affected his world view, his...

  21. Episode #4: John Jakubik - Lessons Learned From MSU Football, Coaching Multiple Populations, Podcasting, & More

    In episode 4 of the podcast, I interview John Jakubik. John currently serves as a tactical strength and conditioning coach with the United States Air Force in the Destin/Fort Walton Beach region of Florida. While playing football at MSU, John obtained both his Bachelor of Science and Master of...

  22. Episode #3: Jamie Barbour - Work Ethic From The Field To Finance, Rising Through The Ranks As A Female, And Managing Professional Relationships

    In this episode, I interview Jamie Barbour. Jamie was a softball player at Longwood University from from 2012 to 2016 and graduated with her degree in finance. Since then Jamie has risen through the ranks to a senior level position at EY and continues to show how her work ethic takes her to the...

  23. Episode #2: Daishan Johnson - A Pursuit Of Black Excellence In America, Finding A Purpose, Pursuing A PhD, Setting Standards, & More

    Daishan Johnson is currently working towards obtaining his PhD of Exercise Physiology at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. Daishan received his Bachelor's of Science from Longwood University and his Master's degree from the University of Florida prior to pursuing his…

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  24. Episode #1: Hamad Shirazi - The Power of Giving, Impact, & Holistic Health

    Hamad Shirazi currently works as a Holistic Health Coach in Miami, FL and his impact in the area is second to none. His works centers around creating a more positive life through exercise, pain reduction, and increasing the positive perspective of his clientele. Coach Shirazi got his Master's of...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

In a day in age where the Millennials are looked down upon in the work place, this podcast hopes to highlight the successes & lessons learned in the younger generations, while reversing the thinking of prior older generations in the workplace. This podcast showcases the stories of challenge and change that younger generations are making on the world.

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Kosta Telegadas

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In a day in age where the Millennials are looked down upon in the work place, this podcast hopes to highlight the successes & lessons learned in the younger generations, while reversing the thinking of prior older generations in the workplace. This podcast showcases the stories of challenge and...

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The Proper Millennial is created and hosted by Kosta Telegadas.
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