The Proper Millennial: Recent Episodes
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. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kosta-telegadas/support
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 employer, understanding client needs, the fine line between a con artist and good salesman, & more. If you would like to reach Declan to connect his email is below:
Email; DeclanMcDonald18@Gmail.com
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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, "Jumping into the fire", over communication, & more. If you would like to reach Jeremy his contact information is listed below:
Email: Jeremy.Aspa@Gmail.com
Instagram: Jeremy.Aspa.AT
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 much sacrifice is worth it, what working at a high school is like, his time with the Washington Wizards, elevating others in all aspects, & more. If you would like to reach Phil his contact information is listed below:
Email: PhilReichoff@CapeHenry.Org
Instagram: CHCStrength
Twitter: CHCStrength
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 taking risks has helped us at our age, what working at start ups is like, getting away from "the bubble", & more. Bharani gave a very insightful episode and I hope to have him back on someday in the near future. If you would like to reach Bharani, his contact information is below:
Instagram: BSankar93
Email: Sankar.Bharanivyas28@Gmail.com
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Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 free labor, coaching, communication, & more. If you would like to reach Christian, his contact info is below:
Instagram: CCioffi_Strength
Email: CCioffi@Gmail.com
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 would like to reach Jake, his contact info is below:
Instagram: Jake_Edmonds
Email: JEdmonds@Avionrx.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-edmonds-664172100/
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 a full time freelance designer. In this episode we discuss how to break into the graphic design world, dealing with psychological burnout, work life integration, "bleeding" for what you do, & more. If you'd like to reach Landon, his contact info is below:
Twitter: LandonVCooper
Instagram: Landohhh
Email: Landonvincentcooper@gmail.com
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 growing up Latino, his time in the military, pros/cons of online school, knowing your "why" in order to be successful, and more. Thank you to Marcus for coming on the air. If you would like to reach him, I have listed his contact information below:
Twitter/Instagram: MarkyMarcBaby
Email: MarcusMarin47@Gmail.com
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Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 opportunity, and what he has learned from coaching kids. If you would like to reach Michael, his contact information is below:
Instagram: MichaelLamons
Email: Michael.Lamons13@Gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lamons/
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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, etc. Thank you to John for being such a great guest. If you would like to reach John, his contact information is below:
Instagram: JohnPacheco34
Twitter: JohnPacheco34
Email: PachceoJR34@Gmail.com
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 can be beneficial. In this episode, we also cover finding a way to succeed, making extra income, content creation, setting a culture, & more. If you would like to reach Coach Gettemy, his contact info is listed below:
Instagram: Connor.gettemy
Twitter: coachconnor1
Cell: 412-580-6271
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 job and we hop to have him back on the show at some point. If you'd like to reach him, his contact information is below:
Instagram: CoachCam10
Twitter: CoachCam10
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 marriage, work, and tough times in life.Austin received his Bachelor's degree from liberty university and currently works at a private christian high school in Alabama. His role is very unique due to the fact that he teaches and coaches. Austin's ability to connect with others in a positive manner is second to none. If you would like to reach Austin, his contact info is below:
Instagram: Coach_ACriss
Email: ACriss101@Gmail.com
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Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 sales representative for PLAE and is definitely a fan favorite by a lot of coaches in my field. If you would like to reach Marc his Instagram handle is below:
Instagram: DigMarc
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 military, self-branding, and more, His contact information is below: Instagram: Motivated.J Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-JaZ_5Uvdi2STiNC6Hp9HA As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below: Instagram: Coach_Telegadas Twitter: KTelegadas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/ Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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, overcoming setbacks in your respective industry, entrepreneurship, building other up, and using a platform to heal the racial divide in the USA. If you would like to reach Bryan Gee , his contact information is below:
Instagram: B_Swayy5
Email: BaGee@YHC.com
Website: GeeCoaching.com
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 worked with middle school to professional athletes and serves as a leader for the black community in the northern Miami area. In this episode he and I discuss what being an entreprenuser is like, what he does for community leadership, his thoughts on the George Floyd incident, creating permanent change, mental health, & more. If you would like to reach Coach Williams, his contact information is below:
Instagram: Mr.Athletics
Email: DW@AthleticsMiami.com
Website: www.AthleticsMiami.com
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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, budgeting, long term goals, & life lessons learned from growing up in Florida. If you would like to connect with Lex, I have his contact information listed below:
Instagram: LexFardella
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-fardella/
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 breaking down his time traveling as a young professional, working in professional athletics, discussing networking, and finding out "what gets you out of bed in the morning". If you would like to reach Jack, below is his contact information:
IG: Jack_andersoniii
Twitter: JackAndersonIII
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/jack-anderson74
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
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Twitter: KTelegadas
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Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 love for creativity, what black excellence means specifically to him, career changes, & more. If you would like to get in touch with Jason his contact information is below:
Website: Https://jasonwaredesigns,myportfolio.com
Email: JasonWare313@Gmail.com
Instagram: JasonWareDesigns
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 Science in Kinesiology. In this episode John and I discuss what lessons he learned playing football from a young age to MSU, how to coach different populations, advice for young professionals, and even what podcasting/starting a side hustle has been like. Below is the contact information for John if anyone would like to connect with him:
Instagram: Coachkub
Twitter: Coach_kub
TikTok: CoachKub
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-jakubik-a0646929/
Email: CoachKub100@GMail.com
Website: CoachKub.com
As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 next level. She did a fantastic job detailing out challenges she faced while rising through the ranks as a female, creating strategies for effective communication with older co-workers, and detailing out what you should and shouldn't be willing to lose your job over. If you all would like to reach Jamie to connect, I listed her contact info below:
Email: JamieBarbour13@Yahoo.com
Instagram: Jamiebarbourr
Please reach out to him if you would like to donate money to the kids! As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 doctorate and goes into deep detail on why he chose to do so in this episode. We also discuss Black Excellence, the impact of professors/teachers, what it is like to get to the next level in life, and many more topics over the course of the episode. You can contact Diashan via the information below:
Instagram: DiashanJohnson
Twitter: DaishanxJohnson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daishan-johnson-ms-2b76068b/
Please reach out to him if you would like to donate money to the kids! As always, please let me know if you all have any feedback on the episode. My contact information is below:
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Twitter: KTelegadas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kosta-telegadas-744993105/
Email: KTelegadas1993@GMail.com
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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 Science in Education of Exercise Physiology from the University of Miami after obtaining his Bachelor's Degree from The University of Georgia.
In this episode we dive into Hamad's middle eastern background, the impact he has made, how positive energy can change everything in a person's life, and his "why" for being a holistic health coach. If you liked the episode and would like to connect with Hamad, the best way to reach him is via his Instagram below.
Instagram: CoachShirazi
I would personally love to hear from you all as well. My contact information is below:
Instagram: Coach_Telegadas
Email: KTelegadas1993@Gmail.com
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