“How can I feel more confident?”

“How do I land an internship/job?”

“What are the keys to charisma?”

“How can I be more productive”

These are the kind of questions I ask myself everyday — but I feel like no one wants to actually talk about them.

Whether for fear of being judged or lack of people to talk to, I’ve found very few people talk about these types of questions.

So, every week I do just that. I sit down with guests ranging from college students to industry experts, and ask away.

If you’ve ever wished to hear real and honest conversations about personal, social, and professional growth - this is the show for you.

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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 People Get Wrong About 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:

  • Entrepreneurship and hustle

  • Connecting with others professionally and socially

  • Discipline and hard work

  • Leadership


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


On this weeks episode, Nick & Cam cover Greek Life, including common misconceptions, tips for rushing, and whether or not it's worth it. They also cover failure and how to develop emotional intelligence, both crucial aspects of being a young adult!

On this week's episode, Nick & Lexi cover 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, and ways men can better support each other.

On this weeks episode, Nick & Xander break down finding your career path, overcoming self-consciousness, and reaching ones goals. Tune in to hear how Xander pulls from his experiences as a musician to offer unique and valuable insights to listeners!

On this weeks episode, Nick & Del cover common college challenges such as homesickness, finding your career path, and living in a new place. Tune in to hear what Del has learned from his extensive travel & college experiences!