Chronicles Of A Modern Beast
Chronicles Of A Modern Beast
Pedro Meneses
From rock bottom and $500 to my name, I moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning my life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show will take you from good to great, from fearful to fierce, from average to the most elite version of yourself, by helping you develop mental toughness and teach you how to win! I interview world-class entrepreneurs who will share their stories to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. I’m Pedro Meneses. This is my journey towards greatness, and I want to take you with me!
EP 124 - How To Extract Greatness in Others
The key to extracting the best in other people is simple- develop self-leadership in yourself to be able to surround yourself with others who have it as well. You are the only person who can control how you react and how this will affect who you become. Prove yourself right, and stick to these three principles that I will be covering in today's episode. There's always going to be that doubtful voice in your mind- Battle it, and keep working hard.   How To Get Involved: From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, leaving everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts    
Jan 19, 2023
19 min
EP 123 - Discipline in Self-Leadership
2023 is finally here and if you waited until now to implement your goals then you’re already behind. Pedro addresses where self-leadership comes from- discipline. If you want to build self-leadership it’s going to take you putting in 100% of the work and the grit every day. Create the habits you want by sticking with them daily. Set your gym shoes by the door so you know you HAVE to work out before starting the day, and place a sticky note REMINDING yourself that you are a badass.   How To Get Involved:  From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, leaving everything behind seeking answers to turn his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Jan 12, 2023
19 min
EP 122- Zach Sasser, Apex Consultant: The Return of The Hustler
Take a moment to think of the 5 closest people who surround you.  What are they doing to be influences on your life, and how do they impact you? It’s always easy to meet a person and think they are the best thing that happened to you until you see who they really are. The reality is momentum from others generates the difference between failure and success.  Zach Sasser is a recent college graduate from the University of North Texas-Denton with a Bachelors in Marketing who took an internship in Sales for Phonesites and Break Free Academy before graduating college.  Today, Zach is Top Sales Producer within the Apex movement, and trains sales teams for his brother’s roofing company, and shows no signs of stopping on his entrepreneurial journey. At just 21 years of age, Zach is turning convention on it’s head and kicking it’s ass. Zach is also a recent Best-Selling Author, and Real Estate Investor.  Pedro host’s Zach for a second time as Zach speaks on how he's been able to climb the ladder of success so quickly. After completing a mindset exercise Zach took a step back to view what he's already achieved and analyzed himself on what he can do to get better. When it comes to our mindset there is an ample amount of things that we can blame for holding us back- but what's really the reason?  Zach speaks about how Sales tie into every aspect of our lives. Our communication, Relationships, Investments, Financials, and our Core Values. Becoming a Master isn’t the most difficult part of the process, it’s learning and keeping the knowledge we gain along the way.     FAVORITE QUOTE:   “Get surrounded by people that give you momentum, I think for example Real Estate Market right now there’s so many people saying oh the Real Estate Market. There’s always an excuse as to why something can be done.”   -  Zach Sasser   Connect with Zach: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn   How To Get Involved: From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Dec 22, 2022
36 min
EP 121- Discovering Your True Potential
Finding your purpose can be intimidating, and even impossible- that’s not the truth. Pedro addresses what it takes to move forward to be able to help others and find your clarity. He talks about the steps to closing in on your dream and the mindset you need to set for yourself. Walking through the steps are easy, the hardest part is for you to take action.    How To Get Involved: From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Dec 15, 2022
17 min
EP 120- Alec Minkoff, Owner, Easy Button Marketing: Understanding Wisdom
The path of being successful has many different roads. With all of the distractions we encounter every single day, we're working constantly to stay focused.  Emails, texts, DMs, phone calls, meetings.....the list goes on.  Our mindset is clouded with these distractions, but our vision is clear. There are many ways to pave a road, but the first step you need to take is the path to acquiring knowledge. Alec Minkoff is the prime example of a young entrepreneur who quickly gained wisdom.    Alec Minkoff is a Video Creator who helps his clientele reach a new level of Branding and Marketing. At the age of 24 Alec is utilizing his Marketing and Finance skills in hopes to help other people.  Alec talks about his trials and tribulations after starting his passion with a Camera at the age of 13 led him into creating impactful Reels and Marketing tactics for his clients. The focus that Pedro and Alec speak about is Wisdom. Usually Wisdom isn’t something we learn until we have already been through the experience, but for Alec it’s his main focus on moving forward.    What You’ll Learn:  Focusing on your craft Why you need to be grateful for the opportunities you and why you shouldn’t compare them to others Open your mind for more knowledge Why ⅔  of the people you know are filled with jealousy  Taking strategic advice to become a beast Finding the perspective in others The Universal Laws that direct our path Alec’s focus when he creates videos     Favorite Quote:  “I tell people go after what you want but you have to accept that if you don’t go after being the best at whatever it is that you want- you’re not going to feel fulfilled. ” - Alec Minkoff   Connect with Alec: Instagram Website   How To Get Involved:  From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Dec 8, 2022
39 min
EP 119- Bryan Clayton, Co-Founder and CEO of GreenPal: Developing Kick Ass Skills of Domination
When you see a successful person think twice before assuming that they were given everything. Being an Entrepreneur takes more than having money, it takes grit, sweat, restless nights, and every ounce of confidence to become one. Bryan started in the landscaping industry at the age of 18 with just a push mower and himself, after 15 years of owning that company he decided he was meant for something bigger.   Bryan Clayton is CEO and Co-founder of GreenPal an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been called the “Uber for lawn care” by Entrepreneur magazine and has over 200,000 active users completing thousands of orders.     Bryan and Pedro speak about business, life, and the road to becoming a hustler. Bryan and Pedro focus their conversation around self development and what it takes to reach your goal. Bryan has always been a hustler- but it wasn’t always easy. The most important thing Bryan talks about is the one thing no one wants to admit, you have to stay consistent and pay attention to every detail no matter how small it is.       What You’ll Learn:  The realism mindset Bryan had when he started his business Understanding how hard the process is of making it Focus on building from one idea-treat the smallest goal like it’s the biggest  Finding the positive in the process What you can do in the process of creating routines  Why owners need to see the viewpoint from both sides  The success you can find in starting out  Why Bryan got into the landscaping industry     Favorite Quote:  “Make a goal but don’t even worry about the goal, worry about the process, worry about the routine, worry about the habits, worry about the daily ritual that you are going through on a daily basis and get to that goal. ” - Bryan Clayton   Connect with Bryan: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   How To Get Involved: From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Dec 1, 2022
32 min
EP 118- Josh Meunier, Serial Entrepreneur/CEO/Podcaster: Finding Gratitude in What You Have
It is easy to forget what you don’t have if you haven't experienced losing it. Every day there are people who take for granted the most basic freedoms, especially flexibility of schedule and income.   Josh Meunier is the Founder of Uncommon Element, Podcast host, Forbes Business Coach building award winning businesses. Josh helps his clients expand their business by going through step by step to improve sales and quality of his clients company.     Pedro host’s special guest Josh Meunier as they speak about business, and the harsh reality of life. Josh addresses what he looks for in the people he engages with and the expectations he has. There are many people who currently live in poverty and Josh and Pedro talk about their experiences and why they believe people take some freedoms for granted. Josh talks about how to leverage your business and what your clients might be looking for.    What You’ll Learn:  The process of leveraging a business  Why younger Entrepreneurs are so ego driven  Why your first credit card is the biggest investment   Who Josh looks to surround himself with The difference of being avoidant and being fearless Why personal growth is easy   The luxuries we often take for granted  What it takes to create a habit that lasts a lifetime    Favorite Quote:  “You have to reframe your brain from expense to investment and guess what? You’re going to be ok with that and ok with failing forward because if you don’t, you’re never going to evolve. ” - Josh Meunier   Connect with Josh: Linktree Podcast LinkedIn   How To Get Involved: From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Nov 24, 2022
33 min
EP 117- Krista Wagberg, Founder of Radiant Healers: Finding Serenity
It can take experiencing trauma to realize your value, it can take hardship for you to realize your morals. Krista Wagberg is the defiant model of failure. She provides spiritual services to her clients by guiding them to clarity. Krista Wagberg is a master Entrepreneur with over 20 years in the Self care industry. Krista is the Founder and Owner of her salon Hair by Krista and is a Intuitive Healer and Natural Health Educator at Radiant Health. Krista is also a loving and devoted mother who also carries her passion into her clients.    Pedro hosts Krista Wagberg who has been an entrepreneur for 20+ years and she shares the terrible experience she woke up to one morning that guided her into the industry of Health and Wellness. She addresses why your mental health is important and it reflects on how you interact with other people. They both discuss mental health and also how to deal with trauma in a safe way instead of abusing drugs or pharmaceuticals.     What You’ll Learn:  The right diet to stick to based on your blood type Why people lean towards Pharmaceuticals to receive stress  The most frightening experience Krista went through  Why we need to clear trauma  What makes building healthy boundaries significant  Your frequency matters, especially the misunderstandment between masculinity and femininity  Knowing the support your partner might be emotionally especially if they are an entrepreneur  Why Krista fell into the path of being an entrepreneur    Favorite Quote:  “That brings me to Universal Law like when you put out you then receive. ” - Krista Wagberg   Connect with Krista:  Instagram Facebook Linktree Business Instagram   How To Get Involved:  From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Nov 3, 2022
47 min
EP 116- Vinnie Potestivo, Branding Guru/Entertainment Titan: Becoming a Guru Through Branding
Media and Entertainment is ever changing in society. It is a completely different version of humor, action, suspense, and storytelling than it was just 20 years ago. What is the reason for such a drastic change? Today Vinnie shares his experience in Branding and why media will always pivot to attract the audience.  With over 25 years of experience in the Branding Industry, Vinni Potestivo has made a huge impact in his Industry by becoming an Emmy Award-winning Media Advisor, Content Coach, and an Executive Brand Strategist. After his start on MTV in the 1990’s Vinnie continued to scale his career helping and developing his peers and clients which has continued to fuel his motivation to continue his success.    There are many different questions speculating around how branding works and what is the most effective way of getting your name out there. Vinnie addresses why Branding is a reflection of who you are and the kind of work you want to do. As Pedro and Vinnie speak into the episode they both share why Branding and marketing is critical to Entrepreneurs and Business Owners. Vinnie talks about when he first started off his career and how it took him 25 years to finally be nominated for an Emmy, it wasn’t because he didn’t have interesting work. It was because he didn’t step into the same room and make himself heard.     What You’ll Learn:  The impact Podcast’s are having in the world of business Vinnies interactions on MTV and how it shaped his career The three things you need to sell in your Advertisements   The value of making an interview a meeting Why LMO drives Vinnie crazy  The importance of being heard and understood Why Vinnie find’s ways to test his core values How media affects the economy What Entrepreneurs need to do in order to improve their branding    Favorite Quote:  “Visibility without share, that's entertainment.  That's education, visibility, and with sharing, is discoverability. ” - Vinnie Potestivo   Connect with Vinnie:   Instagram  Instagram- I Have a Podcast   VPE TV   I Have a Podcast    How To Get Involved:   From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Oct 27, 2022
52 min
EP 115- Nancy Pickard, Transformation Life Coach: Guiding Others Through Darkness
Carrying insecure or guilty inner beliefs is normal, it doesn’t mean that makes us who we are as humans. Tracking down what is the source of the problem is the quickest way to build yourself back up for success. Nancy addresses why it is important to always clear your mind and be honest about who you truly are and if you are still holding onto trauma, or shame from the past.  Nancy Pickard is a Transformation Life Coach who specializes in working with Shadow Beliefs to help her clients dissect what is holding them back from becoming free. She is also a Best- Selling Author with over 20 years of experience in the Health and Wellness industry. Nancy cites why you need to figure out what you want to do and how to start taking the small steps moving closer to your goal or aspiration. Nancy and Pedro speak about the societal standards that pressure people to be fearful from asking themselves what they want. Fear is the biggest enemy we face in life, everyone suffers from fear but it is critical that we carry it with us and use it for motivation.       What You’ll Learn:  The steps of finding what’s holding you back Why we get stuck with imposter syndrome everytime we level up What makes us live with issues and ignore them for so long   What does it mean to have inner beliefs and values for ourselves The difference of toxic shame and guilt What moving into a smaller social group can do for your mindset Why we quickly feel guilt even though we haven’t done anything wrong Being aware of who you are emulating    Favorite Quote:  “I love my awesomeness, I love my flawsomeness, I know the things I'm good at, I know the things I'm not good at. I can use value as a stepping stone for success and when I fall or I fail at something I stop and I look at it alright. What is the universe trying to show me?” - Nancy Pickard   Connect with Nancy:  Website: Nancy Pickard    Additional Links: Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn YouTube   My freebies are a free chapter to my book.    Quiz on How leaky are your boundaries?   Also a free discovery call.   20% discount code to my new course- BBBSuccess is the code.   Career Strategies and Tools for Achieving Your Greatest Potential   Link to course.   How To Get Involved:  From rock bottom and $500 to his name, Pedro Meneses moved to the US, left everything behind seeking answers to turning his life around, becoming an entrepreneur, and thriving in business. This show is for entrepreneurs who need a dose of reality to develop mental toughness, remove the fear of taking action, and are ready to pay the price, fight, and win at all costs! In each episode, Pedro introduces you to world-class entrepreneurs and leaders who will share their stories and knowledge to help you get a clear vision, operate at the highest level, and build an empire. Be sure to Connect With Pedro and check out the most recent episode of Chronicles of a Modern Beast in Apple Podcasts  
Oct 20, 2022
42 min
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