Episode #28: Kevin Palmieri: Passion First, Profit Later

I had the pleasure of having Kevin Palmieri on the show to talk about how he learned that having a full bank account doesn't equal happiness, and how he found his passion. Kevin is the Chief Strategy Officer, Founder, and Co-Host of Next Level University, a Global Top 100 Self-Improvement Podcast. With over 1,800 episodes and more than 1 million listens in 170+ countries, his podcast has become a beacon for those seeking personal growth. Kevin’s journey to success was anything but straightforward. In his mid-20s, he seemingly had it all: a beautiful girlfriend, a high-paying job, a sports car, and his dream body. Yet, despite this façade of success, he found himself sitting on the edge of a bed, grappling with thoughts of suicide. This moment of profound despair revealed that rock bottom had a basement. Determined to turn his life around, Kevin dove headfirst into holistic self-improvement. He faced his anxiety and depression, committing to living the life he had always envisioned. Years later, he transformed that commitment into a thriving multi-six-figure business, impacting hundreds of thousands of lives through his podcast. With over 1,000 recorded episodes, Kevin has also delivered hundreds of speeches, trainings, and coaching sessions globally. The key to his transformation was a willingness to learn and unlearn—embracing the knowledge that shifted his perspective and, ultimately, his life. He is passionate about discussing topics such as Consistency, Commitment, Habits, Mindset, Confidence, Fear, Relationships, and Limiting Beliefs. Kevin’s approach to holistic self-improvement is heart-driven yet straightforward—no fluff, just real talk about what it takes to reach the next level.