Building The Blueprint Podcast

Thoughtful conversations with regular people.

We live in a world where introspective discussions are left to industry professionals, millionaires, and highly followed public figures. Their perspectives are great, but it can be hard to relate to them and their advice.

My goal: create and share content of regular individuals diving into important life topics - covering everything from emotional intelligence to finding a job or feeling more confident.

If you want to hear how other everyday people are dealing with and conquering life - this is the show for you.

Recent Episodes

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Life After You Left For College | Ep: 15 Building The Blueprint with Jake Batchelder

Key Topics:

  • What Is Was Like For Jake When Nick Left For College

  • Finding & Getting Into The Right College

  • Chasing Your Dreams While Also Staying Practical

  • What Jake Needs From An Older Brother Right Now


Authenticity Conveys That You're Confident | Ep: 16 Building The Blueprint with Jack Helsel

Key Topics:

  • The Role Honest Feedback Plays In Relationships

  • How Sharing Our Goals With Others Can Both Boost & Stunt Your Growth

  • How He Went From Self-Help Skeptic to Advocate

  • How You Can Be Perceived As More Confident


If That's How You Identify That's How You'll Act | Ep 13: Building The Blueprint with Aidan Machesky

Key Topics:

  • The importance of identify and self-talk

  • Aidan's key takeaways from 3-years of studying psychology

  • How to get out of your comfort zone more often

  • How going abroad makes you more appreciative of the little things


Stop Thinking About Yourself | Ep 14: Building The Blueprint with Drew Manley

Key Topics:

  • The Negative (And Positive) Effects of Comparison

  • Pursuing Your Passion vs. Talent

  • The Insult Culture of Young Men Today

  • Blockchain 101 & It's Revolution of Financial Security


How Improv Can Help You Be More Personable | Ep 11: Building The Blueprint with Ava Propstra

Key Topics:

  • How improv shaped her fun and personable character

  • How she is able to get so much done in a day and still have time to enjoy her personal life

  • Her story, and advice she has for others going through the loss of a family member


Why 3.7 Is The Perfect GPA | Ep 12: Building The Blueprint with Ben Gilmour

Key Topics:

  • Why Ben is so busy, and how he makes it work

  • The importance of being involved beyond your education

  • What employers are looking for when reviewing your resume and cover letter


How To Stand Out | Ep 9: Building The Blueprint with KJ Horsley

Key Topics:

  • The intricate dynamics of leading your peers

  • How people can better stand out in social settings

  • How KJ gets so much done everyday

  • Advice and reflections from KJ's time at the University of Oregon.


What Most Get Wrong About D1 Football Players | Ep: 10 Building The Blueprint with Brayden Ganir

Key Topics:

  • What it's like working for a top 5 collegiate football program

  • The hard reality of setting ambitious goals and losing weight

  • The role family has played in our lives

  • What most people get wrong about D1 football players


Rejection Is Redirection | Ep 7: Building The Blueprint with Emma Roensch

Key Topics:

  • The importance of failure

  • Shifting your mentality

  • What to do and not to do in social settings

  • The hard parts about leading your peers


Hard Work Beats Talent | Ep 8: Building The Blueprint with Bryce Mayer

Key Topics:

  • There is no replacement for hard work

  • Challenges and keys to professional development

  • How to put yourself out there - especially in college

  • Networking and communicating value


Stories & Advice From A Young Entrepreneur | Ep 5: Building The Blueprint with Mason Ferre

Key Topics:

  • Our entrepreneurial experiences

  • Lessons from leadership

  • The importance and power of discipline

  • Why we prioritize connecting with others


The Power of Practical Delusion | Ep 6: Building The Blueprint with Grace Anderson

Key Topics:

  • The difficulty of finding the right career path

  • Leadership lessons and experiences

  • The power of practical delusion

  • How to be a better networker


Greek Life Explained | Ep 3: Building The Blueprint with Cameron Parnell

Key Topics:

  • Common misconceptions of Greek Life

  • Tips for rushing a fraternity

  • How they deal with failure

  • How to develop emotional intelligence


How To Eat Healthier In College | Ep 4: Building The Blueprint with Lexi Miller

Key Topics:

  • How to eat healthier in college

  • Advice for getting started in the gym

  • What it's like being a woman in a male-dominated industry

  • Ways men can better support each other


Tips For Developing Confidence & Charisma | Ep 1: Building The Blueprint with Xander Von Esmarch

Key Topics:

  • How they're finding their career paths

  • Overcoming self-consciousness

  • Reaching ones goals


Common College Challenges | Ep 2: Building The Blueprint with Del Lori

Key Topics:

  • Common college challenges such as homesickness

  • Finding your career path

  • What it's like living in a new place