Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison

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The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison100 - How to Buy Your First House w/ Mortgage Originator Dan Carson pt.1This week’s guest is Senior Vice President of Willow Bend Mortgage, and Senior Mortgage Loan Originator, Dan Carson! Dan has been in the lending business for over a Decade, where he has had a tremendous amount of success! In 2019 he was given the Future Leaders award from the Mortgage banker Association and has been a finalist for Forbes 40 under 40 numerous times! Dan also has been recognized by D-Magazine as one of Dallas’s top Mortgage Brokers, and has been voted best broker for the past 5 years!Throughout this episode we dive into the entire process of gett...2022-11-2854 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison99 - Secrets to Success: The Power of Practicing GratitudeWe decided there is no better time to talk about gratitude than the week of Thanksgiving! This time of year allows friends and family members to come together, eat loads of foods, and more importantly, truly appreciate the people in our lives. There are countless things in our lives to be grateful for, and it’s far too easy to take what we have for granted. As a result, we tend to neglect the most important aspects of our lives, whether family, friends, events, or any opportunities that come our way. If we can practice and develop the skill of...2022-11-2130 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison98 - Secrets to Success: Leadership Lessons from Navy SEAL Jocko WillinkLeadership is one of most foundational skills many of the best CEOs, business owners, professional athletes, and more have that has helped set them apart from the rest of their industry and competition. Leadership is definitely a complex skill to develop; however, if you are able to continue to work at improving your ability to lead others towards a common goal, the world will open up to you in ways you never thought imaginable!This week's episode is another installment in our new series called, "Secrets to Success!" During these episodes Nick and Cole will cover ideas...2022-11-1435 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison97 - How to Create a Compelling Story & Using Social Media w/ Sports Reporter Kennedy Smith pt.2“We are all storytellers. We all live in a network of stories. There isn’t a stronger connection between people than storytelling!”-Jimmy Neil SmithThere is nothing better than hearing an amazing story. One that grips you, keeps you on the edge of your seat, and ultimately has some hidden lesson you can later translate into your life! But what makes a good story? How can you take facts or events and weave them into a compelling narrative that grabs and holds an audience’s attention? Well, Kennedy Smith is here to tell you!This...2022-11-0731 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison96 - Overcome Performance Anxiety & Communicate Like A Pro w/ Sports Reporter Kennedy Smith pt.1This week’s guest is sports reporter and former A&M track athlete, Kennedy Smith! Kennedy’s track career at A&M was nothing short of remarkable! She competed in events her entire time at A&M, winning multiple races along the way! She was introduced to sports reporting her Junior season and quickly fell in love with it! She now works with A&M’s TexAgs Stacked sports reporting team and AT&T sports net!Throughout this episode we dive into how to get through the feeling of being unmotivated, the value in pushing yourself past your l...2022-10-3144 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison95 - Handling Rejection, Egos, & Building Your Career w/ professional dancer Annie Medich pt.2“I take rejection as someone blowing a bugle in my ear to wake me up and get going, rather than retreat.”-Slyvester StaloneThere is nothing better than hearing how someone relentlessly pursued their goals and came out on top! That can be YOU too! By focusing on the process and deciding today to commit over time, you are beginning the journey where you will look back later and thank yourself for having started. This week’s guest is professional ballet dancer, Annie Medich! Annie is a graduate of the HARID Conservatory and the Univers...2022-10-2444 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison94 - Overcome Self Doubt & How to Stay Motivated Toward Goals w/ professional dancer Annie Medich pt.1This week’s guest is professional ballet dancer, Annie Medich! Annie is a graduate of the HARID Conservatory and the University of Oklahoma, where she earned a BFA in Ballet Performance and a minor in Mathematics. Not to mention, she did all of that while dancing with Oklahoma City Ballet II for two seasons while attending OU! Annie has spent summers training at Canada’s National Ballet School, Ballet West, Houston Ballet, Texas Ballet Theater, Kansas City Ballet, Chautauqua Institute, Atlanta Ballet, and now dances professionally with Ballet Arizona!Throughout this episode we dive into why you will...2022-10-1743 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison93 - Why Your Mindset is Keeping You Average w/ Investor Alex Andersen pt.2“You have to believe in yourself, challenge yourself, and push yourself until the very end; that’s the only way you’ll succeed.”-G-DragonDid you know 90% of all millionaires become millionaires by investing in real estate? Crazy right! How do they do it? How did they get started? What allows people to invest in real estate even if they don’t have a lot of money? Well, aren’t you in for a treat :)This week’s guest is real estate investor, Alex Andersen. Alex grew up in Lawton, Oklahoma. He attended college at the...2022-10-1030 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison92 - How to Buy 7 Homes in 1 Year w/ Investor Alex Andersen pt.1This week’s guest is real estate investor, Alex Andersen! Alex grew up in Lawton, Oklahoma. He attended college at the University of Oklahoma, where he double majored in Finance and Accounting. He started learning about real estate as a sophomore in college when researching ways to become rich and break the generational curse of bad financial habits. He has since created a plan to pursue real estate once finishing school and has already bought 7 houses in a one year!! His long term plan is to become a professional MMA fighter by 28, using real estate to grant him the ti...2022-10-0331 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison91 - What’s Holding You Back from Making More Money w/ Financial Advisor Nathan Grant pt. 2“If you don’t find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die.”-Warren BuffetInvesting doesn’t have to be complicated! It can be easy to become overwhelmed by the technical terms, the fancy options, or any number of things. What will help you on your journey is finding someone you can trust to guide and educate you along the way!This week’s guest is Financial Advisor, Nathan Grant. Nathan is a financial advisor and planner with Northwestern Mutual, where he covers Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Alabama. Nathan wor...2022-09-2633 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison90 - 3 Things You NEED to Know Before Investing w/ Financial Advisor Nathan Grant pt.1This week’s guest is Financial Advisor, Nathan Grant. Nathan is a financial advisor and planner with Northwestern Mutual, where he covers Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Alabama. Nathan works alongside his clients to help them plan for their financial future! Whether it’s a short term goal of decreasing your debt, or the long-term vision of owning and house or planning for retirement, Nathan brings together your goals to provide a comprehensive plan to grow and protect your wealth!Throughout this episode we dive into the most misunderstood aspects of investing, we walk through a simple guide to star...2022-09-1931 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison89 - The Nutrient You’re Missing & The Surprising Truth About Snacking w/ Nutrition Specialist Kimberly Young pt. 2“Have confidence in your abilities and then be tough enough to follow through until you reach your goals!”-Felicity LuckeyNutrition and healthy living can seem really complicated and almost impossible to achieve. There are so many diets that have extreme guidelines and any deviation from them results in you feeling off track and can ultimately make you quit the diet outright. When it comes to nutrition and living a long term healthy life, simple is best. If you can repeatedly follow a diet for the long term, you are far more likely to live a heal...2022-09-1223 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison88 - An Easy Approach to Healthy Living w/ Nutrition Specialist Kimberly Young pt.1This week’s guest is Certified Nutrition Specialist , Kimberly Young. Kimberly is a board certified nutrition specialist (CNS) in private practice in Dallas, Texas. Kimberly’s approach is focused on dietary and lifestyle modifications with a primary focus on whole food. She uses various diagnostic tools to evaluate her client’s unique needs and customizes results oriented programs based on her clients goals. Throughout this episode we dive into how to overcome the epidemic of obesity even if you are predisoped to being obese, one of the most inflammatory substance you can consume and what you need to know...2022-09-0526 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison87 - Why Comparison Holds You Back & How to Build Self Confidence w/ Athlete Parker Foster pt.2“Have confidence in your abilities and then be tough enough to follow through until you reach your goals!”-Felicity LuckeyWe’ve all had trouble with self confidence and thinking the path we are on isn’t the right one. It’s natural. What matters is what we do when those thoughts arise. Even if you aren’t gunning for the title of the Fittest on Earth, learning how to develop your self confidence, control the variables you can control, and choosing everyday to do hard things will only help you on your Quest to success!This we...2022-08-2936 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison86 - Overcome Anxiety, Fears, & Failures to Finally Commit to Your Dreams w/ Athlete Parker Foster pt. 1This week’s guest is CrossFit Games Athlete, Parker Foster. After breaking his back in his last season of high school football, Parker questioned whether he’d be able to ever compete at a high level in sports again. Two years after his injury, Parker was cleared to begin training hard again and since then has gone head first into becoming a professional CrossFit Athlete! Parker competed in the Atlas Games in June, marking his first semi-finals as he works his way to becoming one of the top CrossFit Athletes in the country. Throughout this episode we dive...2022-08-2230 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison85 - Secrets to Success: 4 Ways to Become More OrganizedWhether you are a student starting your first semester in college, an athlete trying to come up with your next training phase, or you are a business owner trying to launch your next big product, your ability to organize your life, utilize schedules, and maximize your time are going to be one of the determining factors in whether you make it or not!This week's episode is another installment in our new series called, "Secrets to Success!" During these episodes Nick and Cole will cover ideas and topics you want to hear more about and will help...2022-08-1532 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison84 - The Skills to Be Successful & Build Relationships w/ Entrepreneur Ignacio Ybarra pt.2“Building a business is all about relationships, how well you build them will determine how well they build your business.”-Brad SugarsWhether you are building a business from the ground up, working in a standard job, or beginning to apply for internships, learning to read people and understand how to sell are vital skills in progressing to the next level!!Sales is involved in all aspects of our lives and, whether or not you make a career out of it, it’s a skill that will only help you on your quest to succes...2022-08-0831 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison83 - Starting a MultiMillion Dollar Business at 27 w/ Entrepreneur Ignacio Ybarra pt. 1This week’s guest is Ignacio Ybarra, Strategic Account Director of Analytics at PowerSchool and founder of Mizuni, inc. Starting from humble beginnings, Ignacio had hard work instilled in him from a young age. After graduating college at Texas A&M as an electrical engineer, he worked with Intel until he was 27 and then built a multi-million dollar software company, Mizuni Inc. A few acquisitions later and now Ignacio is working as the Strategic Account Director of Analytics at PowerSchool in K-12 education. Throughout this episode we dive into the lessons Ignacio learned as he built a com...2022-08-0136 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison82 - Secrets to Success: Proven Ways to Set & Achieve All Your GoalsEveryone has something they are striving to accomplish. It could be getting an A on your next exam, crushing the SAT’s, landing that dream job, or finally beating your friends at Mario Cart. Whatever that goal is, just having it won’t help you reach it. So, what can you do TODAY to start setting yourself up for success? This week's episode is another installment in our new series called, "Secrets to Success!" During these episodes Nick and Cole will cover ideas and topics you want to hear more about and will help you a...2022-07-2533 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison81 - Leading Your Team to the Next Level w/ CEO Julian Garcia pt.2“Leadership is not about the titles, positions, or flowcharts. Its about one life influencing another.”-John C MaxwellWhether you are leading a class project, a team at work, or an entire company, the principles of leadership and what determines a great leader remain the same! Learning how to build trust within your team, help your group feel included and heard, and working to make sure everyone is reaching their potential will help you and your reach any goal you set out for!This week’s guest is Julian Garcia, founder and CEO of RG Hou...2022-07-1848 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison80 - From College Drop Out to Million Dollar Business w/ CEO Julian Garcia pt.1This week’s guest is Julian Garcia, founder and CEO of RG Housing LLC. Julian’s journey to real estate is incredible! After dropping out of college and living on his dad’s couch for a year, Julian built a million dollar real estate wholesaling business from the ground up! Julian now works with his in person and virtual team to wholesale properties in the Dallas Fort-Worth area and is continuing to look for opportunities to grow his business even more! Throughout this episode we dive into Julian’s journey into real estate after he dropped out of colleg...2022-07-1139 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison79 - Secrets to Success: 5 Tips to Improve Your SleepIs there anything worse than a bad night’s sleep? You wake up groggy, frustrated, and feel like someone has been pounding on your head for eight hours straight. What if I told you all that could change and all it took was a few tips on how to improve your sleep? This week's episode is another installment in our new series called, "Secrets to Success!" During these episodes Nick and Cole will cover ideas and topics you want to hear more about and will help you along your journey to success! 2022-07-0528 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison78 - How to Become Financially Successful w/ CPA Ellery Smith pt.2“Good Personal finance involves identifying what you want in your life - now and in the future - and creating a plan to fund all those things.”-Mindy CraryBecoming financially free is not out of reach for you. The only thing it requires is for you to be disciplined with your spending, look to create additional income streams, and be conscious of how you spend your time!This week’s guest is Ellery Smith, founder and CEO of Smitty's income tax, and teacher of personal finances. Ellery started his journey working in the corpora...2022-06-2744 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison77 - Your Blueprint to Personal Finances - w/ CPA Ellery Smith pt.1This week’s guest is Ellery Smith, founder and CEO of Smitty's income tax, and teacher of personal finances. Ellery started his journey working in the corporate world with JP Morgan Chase, TransUnion Credit Bureau, and Bank of America. Along the way Ellery discovered his passion for teaching and has been teaching about money, accounting, and personal finances for almost 20 years! He also has owned and operated his own personal income tax business on the side for over 15 years!Throughout this episode we dive into 3 areas of personal finance everyone should know about, 3 things to keep in mi...2022-06-2037 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison76 - How to Handle Uncertainty & Why You Should Take Risks w/ Keyland Burel pt.2“Living with fear stops us from taking risks, and if you don’t go out on the branch, you’re never going to get the best fruit.”-Sarah ParishThe mentality it takes to create a thriving and successful business isn’t far off from the mentality it takes to be successful in anything you do in life. We have to be comfortable being uncomfortable, which means taking risks, seeking new opportunities, and taking every setback as a lesson for the next attempt!This week’s guest is Keyland Burel, founder and CEO of Budget Mobil...2022-06-1335 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison75 - How to Invest in Real Estate with NO Money w/ Keyland Burel pt.1This week’s guest is Keyland Burel, founder and CEO of Budget Mobile Home. Keyland has been in the real estate world since 2019, and founded Budget Mobile Home in January of 2021. After losing his car, studio, and office space, Keyland led his company to over half a million in gross profits and has continued his journey to financial freedom in the San Antonio Area.Throughout this episode we dive into why now is the easiest time to become a millionaire, how you can start investing in real estate with NO money, and how to change your perspective ar...2022-06-0639 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison74 -The Skills Needed to be the Top 1% w/ Stephen Craig pt.2“At the end of the day, you put all the work in, and eventually it will pay off. It could be in a year, it could be in 30 years. Eventually your hard work will pay off.”-Kevin HartHard work is a part of everyone’s journey to success. Just like the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, it’s inevitable you will be required to sacrifice and put a tremendous effort towards your goals in order to achieve everything you want to!This week's guest is Stephen Craig, T...2022-05-3045 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison73 - Overcome Adversity & Build a New Future w/ Stephen Craig pt.1This week's guest is Stephen Craig, Team Lead and Account Executive at OSI-Global IT. Stephen has worked at OSI for almost 13 years, where he has become one of the top salesmen and has had tremendous success in sales. However, Stephen’s journey hasn’t been an easy one. From his dad dying when Stephen was 15, getting expelled from high school, going to rehab and therapy for drug use, and many more trials, Stephen managed to turn his life into one incredibly inspiring story. Throughout this episode we dive into the journey Stephen took after his dad died when...2022-05-2344 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison72 - Secrets to Success: 3 Tips to Be More ProductiveDo you ever wish you had more time to get that last assignment done? Or maybe your boss gave a deadline and you have no idea how you’re going to meet it. No matter the skills, knowledge, or abilities you have, the one thing everyone has in common is time. Learning how to maximize the time you have and continue to produce high quality work are two skills we all need to continue to develop in order to achieve our version of success!This week's episode is another installment in our new series ca...2022-05-1633 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison71 - The Skills You NEED to Stand Out w/ Rob Adams pt.2This week's episode is part two of our conversation with Rob Adams, former CEO of Adams Engineering and current Vice President of Langan Engineering. Rob has more than 30 years of experience in engineering management, master planning and land surveying throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, as well as East and Central Texas. He has led projects for major clients including Chick Fil-A and McDonald’s, Academy, and more!There’s a lot of factors that culminate into what people deem to be “success.” Whether it’s your ability to network and the social circles you spend time with, your abili...2022-05-0932 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison70 - Full Time at 10 Years Old to CEO w/ Rob Adams pt.1This week's guest is Rob Adams, former CEO of Adams Engineering and current Vice President of Langan Engineering. Rob has more than 30 years of experience in engineering management, master planning and land surveying throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, as well as East and Central Texas. He has led projects for major clients including Chick Fil-A and McDonald’s, Academy, and more!Running a company that spans across the country is no cake walk and requires the leader to be at the top of their game. Every decision rests on their shoulders, they have to be ab...2022-05-0247 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison69 - Secrets to Success: How to Develop a Successful Mindset"Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible!'"-Audrey HepburnThe mindset you carry out your life with can greatly impact all of your experiences and shape your path dramatically. It’s easy to find reasons to take the easy road, but often the road less traveled is where our true version of success awaits. When we focus on developing our mindset to handle adversity or we open ourselves to the possibilities we are capable of, you begin to shape your life and eventually build it into the one you dreamt of!Th...2022-04-2549 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison68 - How to Age Well w/ Dr. Kendra Seaman"The secret to living well and longer is: eat half, walk double, laugh triple, and love without measure.”-Tibetan ProverbThe human brain is one of the most complex and powerful structures in the world. The more science has progressed, the more we realize how little we actually know about our brains, and the more we understand just how incredible they are. So, wouldn't we want something as powerful and useful as our brains to last as long as possible? This week's guest is professor Dr. Kendra Seaman. Kendra taught 6th grade sci...2022-04-1852 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison67 - How to Ace Any Interview w/ Best Selling Author Michael Betrus pt.2"Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.”-Alexander Graham BellYou've done it! You made it through screening and are now ready to interview for that dream position! This is the critical point at which your chances of getting the job heavily lean. You either make a world class impression, acing the interview. Or, you leave and look for the next opportunity. This week's episode will help you avoid the latter scenario and improve your chances of acing any interview you have!This week's episode is part two of our conversation with be...2022-04-1134 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison66 - Get More Jobs with these Resume & Cover Letter Tips w/ best selling Author Michael Betrus pt.1"Marketing yourself to a new person often involves being charismatic, clever and quick-but most jobs and most relationships are about being consistent, persistent and brave.”-Seth GodinEveryone will eventually make a resume, draft a cover letter, and be interviewed for a job. Whether you're a senior in high school looking for something part time, a junior in college trying to get an internship, or about to graduate college and enter adult life, knowing the do's and don'ts of the job application process can reap tremendous rewards!This week's guest is best selling author Mi...2022-04-0450 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison65 - Using Nutrition to Improve Mental Health & Performance w/ R.D. Andy De Santis pt.2"I believe that health is more than the absence of disease. It is a total state of physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being.”-Dr. Frank LipmanThe role our nutrition plays in our overall mental and physical health cannot be overlooked. Once you realize how much of a positive impact good food has on your body, making healthy choices becomes easier and easier!Andy De Santis is a registered dietician (RD) based out of Toronto, Canada. Andy received his RD accreditation from the University of Toronto Dalla Lana School of Public Health, where he...2022-03-2849 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison64 - Diets: Good, Bad, or Misunderstood? w/ R.D. Andy De Santis pt.1"Your diet is a bank account. Good food choices are good investments.”-Bethenny FrankelYour diet is the foundation upon which your life is built. If you choose to create a unstable foundation by making poor choices, you won't be able to have the healthy life you've dreamt of. Nutrition and living a healthy life overwhelms many a the point where they give up their quest for a healthier life. However, living a healthy and balanced life is all within your grasp with this week's guest.Andy De Santis is a registered di...2022-03-2142 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison63 - Using Your Talents to Jumpstart Your Career w/ entrepreneur Ricardo Avilla pt.2"A winner is someone who recognizes their God-given talent, works their tail off to develop them into skills, and uses those skills to accomplish their goals!”-Larry BirdRemembering that, no matter where you think you stack up against those around you, YOU ARE GOOD AT SOMETHING!! Everyone has that one special trait that you can use to begin bringing value to those around you! Find your talent, focus on developing it, and the impact you will have will be greater than you could have ever imagined! This week's episode is part two of ou...2022-03-1447 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison62 - Starting a Business in College & 3 Skills to Make More Money w/ entrepreneur Ricardo Avilla pt.1"It’s not about how much money you make, but how much you keep, how hard it works for you and how many generations you keep it for.”-Robert KiyosakiGiveaway!!Click here to follow our Instagram page, comment on our giveaway post by tagging a friend and tune in on Saturday, March 5th to see if you won!!Everyone at some point has thought about making a little more money. Whether it was to afford the nice vacation, the new iPhone, or maybe you wanted to make a down payment on y...2022-03-0741 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison61 - Embrace the Unknown & Overcome Uncertainty w/ actress Gabbie David pt.2"Don’t let the fear of the unknown keep you from experiencing a life greater than you have ever known."-Jeff McClungUncertainty is definitely a scary thing. The fear of the unknown holds a lot of us back, from achieving what we want most. However, the best thing we can do to begin to overcome that fear of uncertainty is start slowly moving in its direction. You don’t have to conquer your goals as soon as you set them, but you’ll never reach them if you don’t start moving!This week's e...2022-02-2845 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison60 - Own Your Identity & Handling Rejection w/ actress Gabbie David pt. 1"To be yourself in a world that’s constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”-Ralph Waldo EmersonFinding ourselves is one of the most challenging, yet rewarding journeys we can go on. The process of self discovery is often long and filled with twists and turns, but the outcome will set you up for a lifetime of happiness and growth. This week's guest is Gabbie David. Gabbie graduated from the University of Oklahoma, where she was the first Asian actress accepted into the OU School of Drama. While there, she s...2022-02-2147 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison59 - Control Your Thoughts, Emotions, & Stress Using Mindfulness w/ author Clif Smith pt.2"Remember that stress doesn’t come from what’s going on in your life. It comes from your thoughts about what’s going on in your life.”-Marianne WilliamsonWhether it's the stress you're facing, a sense of overwhelming emotions, or feeling like an imposter, our minds can drastically impact the way we live our lives. Learning how to master your mind, quiet the negative internal dialogue, and be able to avoid ruminating on past experiences can greatly improve the quality of our lives, and it all begins with practicing mindfulness. This w...2022-02-141h 10

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison58 - Improving Your Quality of Life Using Mindfulness w/ author Clif Smith pt.1"Your mind is a powerful thing. When you filter it with positive thoughts your life will start to change.”-BudhaOur brains are the most powerful tool we have. We can completely reshape our reality by changing our perspective, overcome fears by simply consciously engaging with them, and reassure ourselves of all we are capable of. Being able to consistently work on and improve our minds and internal well-being is a critical component of our quests to success.This week’s guest is Clif Smith. Clif is the author of the best selling book Mind...2022-02-0756 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison57 - Secrets to Success: How to Create a Life-Changing Morning Routine"Morning is an important time of day because often how you spend your morning will tell you the kind of day you’ll have.”-Daniel Handler Every day you wake up is a blessing. In a life where no day is guaranteed, we have to be able to make the most of the time we have to create the lasting impact we aspire to leave behind. Enter your morning routine. Now, is a morning routine going to change the course of your life? It sure can! Being able to optimize the time you have once you wake...2022-01-3126 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison56 - 3 Ways to Resolve Conflict & Create Successful Partnerships w/ musician Reed Hoelscher pt.2"Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to cope with it."-Dorothy ThomasConflict is something we are all going to face at some point. It’s an inevitable truth of living with others. Whether it’s with your significant other, a friend, or family member, learning how to deal with conflict effectively and have positive solutions from it is a skill we have to develop in order to keep building and strengthening our relationships. This week's episode is part two of our conversation with musician and member of the band Righ...2022-01-2441 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison55 - Become Invaluable & 3 Ways to Build Powerful Relationships w/ musician Reed Hoelscher pt.1"Try not to become a man of success, but a man of value. Look around at how people want to get more out of life than they put in. A man of value will give more than he receives."-Albert Einstein It is so easy to expect people to give us things because we think we are "worth it." Too often we ask before give or expect before providing. In order to create lasting relationships and prove to other you are worth their investment, you have to look for ways to bring value to their life...2022-01-1744 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison54 - From Trauma to Triumph: The Story of Maggie Nichols pt.2"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about the things that matter."-Martin Luther King JrWe each have our own individual roads we travel and they all have their own unique trials we will face. You will have setbacks and obstacles; however, the determining factor is how you are able to respond to those situations and drive on towards the dreams and desires you have. This week's guest is former USA Women's Olympic gymnast and Oklahoma Sooners gymnast, Maggie Nichols. Maggie competed with Team USA since she was 13 and has...2022-01-1045 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison53 - Find Your Drive & Perform at Your Peak w/ gymnast Maggie Nichols pt. 1"He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.”-Muhammad AliThe difference between motivation and drive is one of the key factors separating the good from the great. Motivation is a fleeting, temporary feeling. Whereas your drive is a lasting, dominant force which propels you to achieve all you have set out to achieve. This week's guest is former USA Women's Olympic gymnast and Oklahoma Sooners gymnast, Maggie Nichols. Maggie competed with Team USA since she was 13 and has been a dominant force in the sport of gymnastics si...2022-01-0339 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison52 - The 5 Best Highlights from 2021"If you are not willing to learn, no one can help you. If you are determined to learn, no one can stop you."-Zig ZiglarThere comes a time in every year where we get to reflect on the progress and achievements you have made over the course of the previous 12 months. Maybe you finally made the big decision and went for that new job position, you finally started your fitness journey, or you discovered your love of painting. Reflection and recognition are two important parts of each of our lives we often forget to practice...2021-12-2746 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison51 - Secrets to Success: Overcome Regrets"Never regret. If it’s good, it’s wonderful. If it’s bad, it's an experience."-Victoria HoltRegrets are one of the largest obstacles we have to overcome in order to make progress in anything we do. Hindsight is always 20/20 and, more often than not, we fall into the trap of thinking about the mistakes we've made and how we should've acted differently. But there's great news! There's always another opportunity to improve and keep going, we simply need to take steps towards it leave the past in the past. This week's episode is ano...2021-12-2035 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison50 - Conquer the Fear of Failure w/ psychologist Dr. Eric Day pt.2"It is not failure itself that holds you back, it is the fear of failure that paralyzes you.”-Brian TraceyThe fear of failure prevents so many people from realizing the potential they have. We can often become overwhelmed when we begin to think about all the risks involved with our decisions, and we over analyze the situations until it the opportunity has passed and we are stuck in our current position. Learning to overcome the fear of failure and finally start taking action is one of the most actions to begin because the dividends you wi...2021-12-1351 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison49 - Build Effective Habits & the Science Behind Goal Setting w/ Psychologist Dr. Eric Day pt.1"Depending on what they are, our habits will either make or break us. We become what we repeatedly do.”-Sean CoveyWhether it's making sure you brush you teeth everyday, you do your daily walk, or you watch an episode of The Office every night before bed, we love to build routines and habits into our every day lives. But, how do we know they routines we have are good for us or the habits we create are actually productive? Habits can be good or bad and to recognize the difference and focusing on creating th...2021-12-0654 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison48 - Finding Motivation & Improving Your Mental Health w/ Olympic Softball Player Nicole Mendes pt.2"Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.”-Jim RyunWhy do you think so many people go to the gym in January? Why do so many people start off the new year with these big resolutions, only to see them stop by the middle of March? It's easy to be motivated to go for a run, go to the gym, or start eating right. But soon after your start, the motivation your once had dissipates quickly. That's where habits and your drive to keep going take over and help you reach yo...2021-11-2247 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison47 - Learning from an Olympic Softball Player w/ Nicole Mendes pt.1"Never let the fear of striking out stop you from playing the game.”-Babe RuthThere isn't a better place or activity to learn life lessons form than sports. Whether you're playing soccer or baseball and learn to work within a team or you are competing in martial arts and wrestling and learn to push through pain, all sports provide invaluable lessons which set you up for success in life. This week's guest is Nicole Mendez, former University of Oklahoma soft player and current member of the Mexico Olympic softball team. Nicole started all 4 ye...2021-11-2247 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison46 - Communicating Through Conflicts & Build Relationships w/ Dr. John Banas pt.2"The quality of our lives depends not on whether or not we have conflicts, but on how we respond to them."-Thomas CrumConflict, much life death and taxes, is a undeniable part of all our our lives. We get into disagreements about which sports team will win the Super Bowl, who's gonna win the Voice, and the number of times you have forgotten to do the dishes when your roommate "asked" you to. So, if conflict is an unavoidable aspect of life, how can we learn to master it and make sure it doesn't tear...2021-11-151h 01

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison45 - Master Persuasion & Establish Credibility w/ Dr. John Banas pt.1"Character may almost be called the most effective means of persuasion”-AristotleEveryone has listened to or watch a speaker give such an influential talk they were immediately compelled to do exactly what that person suggested. But why do we suddenly feel this urge to do someone's bidding or act in a different way? Better yet, how can WE harness that persuasive power? Enter Dr. John Banas. This week's guest is Dr. John Banas, communication professor at the University of Oklahoma. He specializes in persuasive theory, interpersonal relationships, how to resist persuasive messaging, and ho...2021-11-081h 02

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison44 - Own Who You Are & Maximize Your Potential w/ Gymnast Anastasia Webb pt.2"Always remember you are braver than you believe. Stronger than you seem. And smarter than you think.”-Christopher RobinYour ability to believe in yourself when no one else does is a skill not easily acquired but one of the most worthwhile skills to pursue. Having the self confidence to chase your goals and dreams is the only sustainable way to realize your true potential!This week's episode is part 2 of our conversation with Anastasia Webb, former gymnasts of the University of Oklahoma and 2021 Honda Sport Award winner. In part 1 we covered tips on bu...2021-11-0141 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison43 - Destined for Greatness w/ Gymnast Anastasia Webb pt.1"Believe in your infinite potential. Your only limitations are the ones you set upon yourself.”-Roy T BennetOur belief in our abilities is more influential in our quest for success than any external factor. The will to achieve the goals you have laid out isn't something that comes easy for most, but it is something we can strengthen and use to propel us towards the life we have always dreamed of!This week's guest is Anastasia Webb, former gymanst a the University of Oklahoma. Anastasia started all 4 years for the Sooners an...2021-10-2544 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison42 - Secrets to Success: Lessons from Navy SEAL David Goggins"There is no better way to grow as a person than to do something everyday you hate.”-David GogginsOne of the most challenging things to do is embrace your insecurities and get outside of your comfort zone. We naturally tend to gravitate towards the familiar and avoid any discomfort which could potentially arise if we were to try new things, meet new people, or encounter something unexpected. But, what would happen if we decide to cross the threshold of comfort and enter into the realm of the unknown?Enter David Goggins. In the jou...2021-10-1849 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison41 - Secrets to Success: Emotional Intelligence, Perspective & Finding Your Purpose"Life is not a quest for success as Frued believed, or a quest for power as Alfred Adler believed, but a quest for meaning.”-Viktor FranklEmotional intelligence, perspective and finding your purpose. What's the common thread? Your ability to understand both your feelings and the feelings of those around you, the skill of viewing situations from a positive but realistic point of view, and the path you take to achieving your purpose all aggregate to give you solidified base on which to support your quest to success. Cole and Ni...2021-10-1144 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison40 - Secrets to Success: 3 Ways to Make People Instantly Like You"Remember that everything you do sends a message so determine the message you want to send to the world.”-Dale Carnegie Have you ever wondered what makes some people more popular than others? Is it their looks? Money? Fame? Family? Or is it something else? What if I told you the way to be the most popular, likable person ever had nothing to do with any of those things? What if the secret lied in within you and all you had to do was recognize it and then act? Well this week's ep...2021-10-0437 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison39 - Reframe Your Reality & Improve Your Focus w/ author Robin Phillips pt.2"Our key to transforming anything lies in our ability to reframe it."-Mary WilliamsonIs the glass half full or half empty? Your perception on the different situations you face can have outsized influence on your overall attitude and engagement in those situations. As a result, if you can cultivate an ability to reframe situations into positive frames, you can take on activities and challenges with a stronger mentality and perform better as a result. This goes hand in hand with our ability to focus because, as we begin to take on new tasks we have...2021-09-2736 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison38 - How to Live a Meaningful Life w/ author Robin Phillips pt.1“In order to achieve your goals you must make sacrifices, commit daily, overcome challenges and work your plan. No one can do it for you, it is up to you.”-Bernard HaynesWhat is the meaning of life? An age old question which seems to have an infinite amount of answers. Is it helping others? Making money? Being a great parent, spouse, or friend? The simple act of deciding what your meaning or purpose in life is is a daunting task by itself which scares many away from the start.So, how do we defi...2021-09-2039 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison37 - Finding Financial Freedom w/ Financial Planner Brandon Lanz pt.2"Working because you want to, not because you have to, is financial freedom.”-Tony RobbinsNot ever having to work again and still have your financial needs met is the dream of every person. But, most think it is a reality far out of reach and give up on that dream shortly after imaging it. However, in today's society and with the increased availability of information and technology, becoming financial free is easier than ever!This week's episode is a continuation of our conversation with financial planner Brandon Lanz, an Associate Vice Pre...2021-09-1346 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison36 - A Simple Guide to Investing w/ Financial Planner Brandon Lanz pt.1“Financial Freedom is available to all those who learn about it and work for it.”-Robert Kiyosaki Whether you heard about it in school, social media, or have known about it for a while, everything operates with the help of investing and finance. Being able to understand finance, or know someone who does, is a critical element of your long term financial well-being.Which brings us to this week's guest, financial planner Brandon Lanz. Brandon works at 49 Financial as the Vice President of the Dallas office and has been with 49 Financial since they s...2021-09-0647 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison35 - Increasing Your Free Time & Improving Your Leadership w/ Life Coach Casey Patridge pt.2“Are leaders born or made? This is a false dichotomy- leaders are neither born or made. Leaders choose to be leaders.”-Stephen CoveyFree time and leadership. Two concepts which may seem unrelated in fact are tightly knit together. You would think increasing your leadership would result in a decrease in free time and, while in some instances this can be the case, improving your leadership capabilities will ultimately lead to you having more time to do the things you want!This week's episode is the second half of our interview with life coach Case...2021-08-3057 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison34 - The Best Tips for Success After School w/ Life Coach Casey Partridge pt.1"Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.”-Benjamin FranklinTransitioning from school into the working world is one of the most stressful and uncertain times in many of our lives. We just began to get comfortable being the "biggest fish in the pond" only to be thrown into the fire and have real responsibilities. However, if you can navigate the transition well and find your route early, your life after school quickly becomes the best years ahead. This week's guest is Casey Partridge, an ac...2021-08-231h 02

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison33 - The Foundation of Relationships w/ OU Punter Reeves Mundschau pt.2"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”-Lao TzuWhether it's a friend, family member, loved one, or pet, our relationships with the people around us are built on a set of core principles. IN order for those relationships to last, we must abide by and try tp emphasize those principles for our relationships to flourish and last. This week's episode is the second part of our conversation with Reeves Mundschau, the starting punter at the University of Oklahoma's football team. Reeves has been th...2021-08-1629 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison32 - Relieve Stress & Finding Your Identity w/ OU Punter Reeves Mundschau pt.1"In 10 years you are going to laugh at what you're stressing out about. So why not laugh right now?"-Tony RobbinsStress takes on many shapes and sizes in our lives and impacts us in a multitude of ways and, just like death and taxes, we are all going to experience stress in our life at one point or another. Learning to overcome and relieve the stress from your life and those around you is a skill which pays dividends like none other!This week's guest is the starting punter for the University of O...2021-08-0926 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison31 - Improve Your Focus & Conquer Pressure w/ PGA's Ryan Grider pt.2“Focus and simplicity, once you get there you can move mountains!”-Steve JobsWhether you're struggling to focus on a homework assignment, having trouble reading, or listening to someone talk to you, your ability to focus can ultimately determine a large portion of your success. Once you can master your focus, you can overcome the pressure filled situations which accompany great moments and further progress you on your quest to success!This week's episode is a continuation of our interview with professional golfer Ryan Grider! Ryan finished his career at Bayl...2021-08-0246 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison30 - Think Like a Pro Golfer w/ PGA's Ryan Grider pt.1"Achievement is largely the product of steadily raising one’s level of aspiration and expectation."-Jack Nikalus Anyone who has played golf knows how difficult the mental side of the game can become. Whether you're teeing off for the first time or about to put in your 1,000 hole, the mental battles a golfer faces and has to overcome never seem to get any easier!This week's episode features professional golfer and longtime friend, Ryan Grider. Ryan finished his career at Baylor University in 2021 before joining the PGA Tour in Canada. He's won th...2021-07-2640 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison29 - Secrets to Success: Being Active & How to Win the Day"If you stop looking for a SHORT CUT... and find your discipline and your will, then you will find your freedom."-Jocko WillinkBeing physically active is something we need to be doing! We were made to move and our bodies work best when we use them. Whether you go for a walk with your friends, have a killer gym session, or spend all day running errands, being physically active will undoubtedly improve your quality of living!This week's episode is the first in our new series called, "Secrets to Success!" During these episodes...2021-07-1939 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison28 - Control Your Diet, Create Relationships & Being Consistent w/ Antonio Montez pt.2"Success isn’t always about greatness. It’s about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come."-Dwayne "The Rock" JohnsonBeing consistent in everything you do will have profound effects on your future! Whether it's something as simple as reading twenty minutes a day, doing a thirty minute workout, eating healthy, or calling your parents, creating a routine and consistently sticking to it provides you with the foundation of successful behavior. This week's episode features the second half of our conversation with founder of AMT Fitness, personal trainer, and social medi...2021-07-1243 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison27 - How to Lose Weight & Sharpen Your Mind w/ Antonio Montez pt.1“I hated every minute of training. But I said, ‘Don’t quit!’ Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion!”-Muhammed AliEvery journey begins somewhere. Whether you're 100 pounds away from your goal weight or 5, the process to losing weight is the same no matter your starting point. Along that road there will be struggles, physically and mentally, and learning to overcome those can be the difference between achieving your goal and quitting early! This week's guest is Antonio Montez, a certified personal trader and founder of Antonio Montez Transforma...2021-07-0556 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison26 - It All Starts with What You Eat w/ Dietician Dr. Allen Knehans pt.2"Sorry, there’s no magic bullet. You have to eat healthy and live healthy to be healthy and look healthy. End of story!"-Morgan SpurlockEating healthy can seem like a daunting task when you look at the grand scheme of nutrition and all the components healthy eating requires. However, it can be as simple as following four rules of eating or choosing to add more color to your diet. Leaning more towards grilled vs fried food. Ordering the salad dressing on the side and adding the amount you want instead of having to use a st...2021-06-281h 28

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison25 - Simplifying Nutrition, Fighting Obesity & Eating Disorders w/ Dietician Dr. Allen Knehans pt.1"Overweight and obesity is the single greatest threat to good health in our country"-Dr. Allen KnehansFood glorious food. There have been songs, plays, movies, and book dedicated to the topic of food and our culture has become centered around eating. With "junk food" available at almost every corner of the street, eating a healthy and well balanced diet has become increasingly difficult. There is still hope though. This week Nick and Cole sit down with Dietician Dr. Allen Knehans. Dr. Knehans was the Dean of the Allied Health Center at The University o...2021-06-211h 33

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison24 - Fostering Relationships & Finding Your True Self w/ Seattle Mariners’ Zach Deloach pt.2"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."-Dr. SuesChasing someone else's version of who you are meant to be is a trap many of us fall into. It leaves you wanting and often you find yourself in a position you aren't happy with. Learning to find the value in what you do and who you are will plant you squarely on the path towards your dreams!This week's episode is the second half of Nick and Cole's conversation with...2021-06-1429 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison23 - The Secret to Always Improving w/ Seattle Mariners' Zach Deloach pt.1"Far too often we think solely on the end goal and neglect the steps we have to take in order to reach the finish line. Learning to enjoy the process and take every opportunity you can to improve can fast track you on your journey to greatness! This week's episode of features professional baseball player, Zach Deloach. Zach graduated from Texas A&M University in 2020, where he dominated the outfield and was drafted in the second round by the Seattle Mariners. Throughout our conversation, Zach highlights the importance of continually developing and trusting t...2021-06-0736 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison22 - Perfect Your Perspective & Control Your Emotions w/ Olympic Athlete Bobby Grant pt.2"It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which, more than anything else, will affect its successful outcome.”-William JamesThe ability we have to control how we view situations can be a tremendous tool we have in order to change any circumstance into an opportunity! Too often we let our emotions take control of our thoughts and actions but all it takes is a "glass half full" mentality in order to set you on a path to positive actions.This week's episode is a continuation of our conversation with aspiring Ol...2021-05-3141 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison21 - Building the Champions Mentality w/ Olympic Athlete Bobby Grant pt.1“Push yourself again and again. Don't give an inch until the final buzzer sounds!”-Larry BirdAll it takes is the mentality to never quit, always strive to find a way, and continue challenging yourself to bring you one step closer to becoming a champion. Champions aren’t born, they’re made. And there’s no better time than now to start developing that mindset!This week’s episode of The Quest features aspiring Olympic track athlete Bobby Grant! Bobby graduated from Texas A&M where he and his teammates set numerous records and won multiple...2021-05-241h 03

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison20 - Marketing Yourself & Finding Your Future w/ Joe Daves pt.2"Marketing yourself to another person often involves being charismatic, clever and quick...but most jobs and relationships are about being consistent, persistent, and brave.”-Seth GodwinThe quest to find or land a job can be one of the most stressful and intricate experiences you partake in, so it's important to understand all the in's and out's of the game! Learning how to "sell yourself" as the product when meeting potential bosses is a critical skill in the journey you're on to find your future career.This week's episode is part two of our co...2021-05-1756 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison19 - Land Any Job & Master Networking w/ Joe Daves pt.1“The only way to do great work is to do what you love. If you haven’t found it yet keep looking.”-Steve JobsAlmost every single person is going to face a time when they are required to search for, apply for or interview for a new job. While we may think we have a great understanding of what it takes to be a qualified candidate, there is an incredible amount of info we have yet to learn. That's where Joe Daves comes in. This week's episode is part one of a two part in...2021-05-1044 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison18 - Chasing Greatness & Finding Value in Yourself w/ Olympian Bryce Deadmon"Be yourself; no base imitator of another, but your best self. There is something which you can do better than another. Listen to the inward voice and bravely obey that. Do the things at which you are great, not what you were never made for.”-Ralph Waldo EmersonSuccess isn't something that is given. Success is earned. Too often do we fall into a trap of complacency and find ourselves falling away from the goals we have laid out for our future. But, if we stay diligent on our journey and find value in all th...2021-05-0355 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison17 - Overcome Your Struggles & Sacrifice for Your Future w/ Kennedy Brooks pt.2"You are not committed to something unless you're willing to sacrifice for it; commitment and sacrifice are the same thing."-Jordan PetersonIt requires sacrifice, of any sort, to accomplish many of the tasks in your life worth pursuing. Learning to give up small, expedient, wants in your current position to achieve an overarching goal not only develops discipline, but puts you squarely on the path to greatness. This week's episode is part two of Nick and Cole's conversation with OU Running Back Kennedy Brooks! Throughout this part, Kennedy opens up about his journey to...2021-04-2646 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison16 - Finding Your Why & The Power of Positivity w/ Kennedy Brooks pt.1"We can complain because rose bushes have thorns or we can rejoice because thorn bushes have roses."-Abraham LincolnThe perspective we take can have a tremendous impact on the results we achieve in everything we do. By having a positive mindset, we can create opportunities in situations where others may see weaknesses or failures. This week's episode is part 1 of Nick and Cole's 2-part interview with Kennedy Brooks, a running back at the University of Oklahoma. Kennedy has had a tremendous career at OU, being featured as a USA Freshman All-American in 2018 and h...2021-04-1944 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison15 - Master the Art of Negotiation w/ Dr. Bret Bradley"Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate."- John F. Kennedy Every day we find ourselves in situations where we have to negotiate with someone. Whether its picking the next movie to watch, choosing where to eat, or bartering to get a better deal on your new car, negotiation plays a role in all of our lives!In this week's episode, Nick and Cole are joined by Dr. Bret Bradley a professor at the University of Oklahoma. Bradley focuses his studies in negotiation, leadership, and teamwork. He h...2021-04-1245 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison14 - Learning to Compromise & Performing Under Pressure w/ Sports Psychologist Dr. Chantelle Green pt.2"Everything negative - pressure, challenges- is all an opportunity for me to rise."-Kobe BryantThe saying "pressure makes diamonds" rings true in all aspects of our lives. Learning to cope with the overwhelming sensation of pressure can help us transform stressful situations into opportunities to showcase the talents we've worked so hard to develop!In this week's episode, Nick is joined by sports psychologist Dr. Chantelle Green. This is part two of their conversation in which they dive deeper into many of the topics discussed in part one in addition to more...2021-04-0541 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison13 - Improving Your Self Image & Building a Support System w/ Sports Psychologist Dr. Chantelle Green pt. 1“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” -BuddhaAs we become more ensconced in the virtual world of social media, our perception of ourselves becomes more and more distorted. Too often we fall in the trap of comparison and begin to question our value. However, learning to view yourself as a unique individual and bring to light all your positive characteristics can improve your personal self-image dramatically!This week's guest was Dr. Chantelle Green, a sports psychologist who works at the University of Oklahoma within the athle...2021-03-2933 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison12 - Overcome Eating Disorders and Debunking Food Myths w/ Dietician Dr. Leah Hoffman pt.2"Feeling guilty for eating when you're hungry is like feeling for breathing when your lungs need oxygen. We've literally been taught to be ashamed or our basic human needs. Refuse to feel the shame."-Samantha Gluck, Healthy PlaceFeeling like a victim to the urge to eat can be an overwhelming experience and creates a very unhealthy relationship with food. Eating disorders have become more common than ever as social media influences our lives to a greater degree each day. This week's episode is part 2 of Nick and Cole's conversation with Dr. Leah Hoffman, a...2021-03-2243 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison11 - Building a Healthier Life w/ Dietician Dr. Leah Hoffman pt. 1“Proper nutrition is the difference between feeling exhausted and getting the most out of a workout.”-Summer Sanders, Olympic Swimming ChampionIn today's society, being healthy is seen as an oddity. With fast food restaurants on every corner and ice cream available at every turn, leading a healthy and balanced lifestyle has become more challenging than ever! This week's guest is Dr. Leah Hoffman, a registered Dietician, health professional and professor of nutrition at The University of Oklahoma! Dr. Hoffman has done extensive research about how nutrition can help prev...2021-03-1544 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison10 - Overcoming Failure, Working in Teams, and Competing w/ Sports Psychologist Dr. Dolores Christensen pt.2"The difference between average people and achieving people is their perception of and response to failure." -John C. MaxwellFailure is guaranteed to eventually happen when we try new things, but it shouldn't prevent us from trying in the first place! Learning to overcome failure and the fear of failing are two huge components we need if we want to achieve great things!This week's episode is the second half of Nick's conversations with Dr. Dolores Christensen, a sport psychologist who works with the University of Oklahoma's Athletic department. Throughout this episode Ch...2021-03-0834 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison9 - Building Confidence w/ Sports Psychologist Dr. Dolores Christensen pt. 1“Confidence is that feeling by which the mind embarks in great and honorable courses with a sure hope and trust in itself.” -CiceroHaving confidence in your abilities and talents is a trait people often view as conceit or arrogance, when in reality you should be proud of everything you have accomplished. This weeks episode features Dr. Dolores Christensen, a sport psychologist who works with the University of Oklahoma's Athletic department helping to guide student athletes to the success they chase in academics, sports, and life! Her research has centered around sports psychology, endurance psycho...2021-03-0131 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison8 - It's Simple, Wake Up Early "Discipline Equals Freedom" pt. 6BEEP BEEP BEEP! You're alarm is blaring, it's 5am, time to get after it!Waking up early is the fastest way to find out how disciplined you are. There isn't a time of day you are more likely to let your emotions and feelings overcome your will to succeed than as soon as your alarm clock goes off. Don't let emotion get in the way of your goals. Get up. Win the morning as soon as your alarm goes off and you'll begin to notice the drastic improvements in your life. Throughout this episode Nick a...2021-02-2235 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison7 - Until The End, "Discipline Equals Freedom" pt.5There's no end on the road to success. Period. People who aspire to do great things continue to work hard, not because they have an end in mind, but because they love the daily challenge. They embrace discomfort and continue to find ways to continuously develop. This weeks episode is centered around striving to continually improve. Complacency is the biggest threat to success, so learn to overcome it. We dive deeper into Jocko Willink's "Discipline Equals Freedom" and give our thoughts on Jocko's tips to develop a mindset which never rests or looks for the easy road. 2021-02-1526 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison6 - Keys to Success w/ Major General David Hill, pt.2This episode is the continuation of our interview with Major General David Hill. Hill did not disappoint during this interview and, if you enjoyed the first one, you're in for a good one!Throughout this episode we dive deeper into Hill’s wartime experience in Iraq, covering his 3 different deployments and the challenges he faced in each. We cover his past roles, emphasizing how each new position posed unique challenges and provided great experiences to learn. We expand on how to communicate effectively to your team to make sure your strategic goals are understood by each member. How...2021-02-0836 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison5 - How to Motivate Your Team w/ Major General David Hill pt. 1Today's guest is Major General David Hill, who is second in command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In his role he guides more than 36,000 civilian employees and 800 military personnel who support 250 Army and Air Force installations, and lends his expertise to more than 110 countries! He has served our country for over 30 years, been involved in numerous foreign operations, such as Desert Shield/Desert Storm and has been a dear friend to both Nick and Cole for a long time.Throughout the episode we discuss the path Hill took during his time at West P...2021-02-0130 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison4 - Battling Stress, "Discipline Equals Freedom" pt. 4The obstacles and trails we face on our journey through life cause us stress. It's an inevitable part of life and something everyone has to deal with. We can either sit back and succumb to our stressors or we can take action to overcome and adapt to the challenges life puts in our path. This week's episode will encourage you to charge head first into stressful situations and emerge strengthened by the pressure each of us face in stressful times! We continue covering Jocko Willink's "Discipline Equals Freedom" and give examples of how different people can surmount t...2021-01-2542 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison3 - Overcoming Your Weaknesses, "Discipline Equals Freedom" pt.3Each of us are plagued with weaknesses. We all have internal battles which accompany us on our journey through life, but they should not hold us back! We should view each weakness with excitement because it gives us something to improve upon!This week's episode will change your perspective and give you the tools on how to identify and overcome your weaknesses! We continue covering Jocko Willink's "Discipline Equals Freedom." Nick and Cole are joined by Nick Hill to tackle the internal battles and trials we face, learn how to identify weakness and turn them i...2021-01-1835 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison2 - Action Leads to Results, "Discipline Equals Freedom", pt. 2Too often do we get stuck in “prep mode” getting ready to act. We get paralysis by analysis. We get overwhelmed by the amount of info we accumulate and it causes us to not act! We plan and plan, trying to go over every contingency and ensure our future success. But, if we never act and take steps towards the goals we have, we will never realize the potential all of us possess. This week's episode will undoubtedly get you ready to go! We continue covering Jocko Willink's "Discipline Equals Freedom." Nick and Cole address some o...2021-01-1133 min

The Quest with Nick Horiates & Cole Jamison1 - There's No Easy Road, "Discipline Equals Freedom" pt. 1Discipline is a fundamental characteristic all successful people have. Being able to constantly develop and strengthen your control over yourself will put you on the path to success and guide you along as you battle the challenges and obstacles life throws your way. On this week's installment of The Quest, we discuss Jocko Willink's Discipline Equals Freedom. Jocko lives and breaths discipline. There are few people who articulate how to master your emotions and take control of your life better than him. Throughout this episode Nick and Cole discuss what it takes to have a di...2021-01-0531 min