Building The Blueprint Podcast

Today, Nick sits down to discuss the strategies that helped him get a full-time return offer after his 2025 summer internship at one of the largest global financial institutions. On this week’s episode, Nick discusses… Networking with a purpose Being the class TA Allocating your time wisely WATCH ON YOUTUBE 🎥 - https://youtu.be/cubW2gL4vXI Socials - YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/@thenick...

Today, Nick sits down with a truly successful entrepreneur and great guy. Jake Weatherly is the co-founder & previous CEO of SheerID - a company earning $65M in ARR, with 190 Employees, and having raised $100M from investors. On this week’s episode, Jake & Nick discuss… Passion vs. problem-solving — which should drive your startup? Why ignorance and delusion might actually help entrepreneu...

Today Nick dives into a new confidence theory he has been working on. Answering questions like; "what separates confident people from unconfident people?" This theory is a hybrid of Nick's original thoughts and concepts taken from the book Confident By Choice by Juan Bendaña, check out his book in the link below. On this week’s episode, Nick discusses... How our confidence stems from...

Today Nick dives into 5 lessons he's learned from his experience starting 2 businesses - a Coaching Program and Social Media App. These lessons are particularly aimed at entrepreneurs under the age of 25 looking to start their first businesses. On this week’s episode, Nick discusses... How we're all terrible guessers Why you should move faster than what you think is humanly possible The im...

Today Nick sits down with transformation specialist, speaker, and comedian John Merkus for a fast, funny, and practical conversation on how “everything begins with a thought.” From balancing reflection with action to handling overwhelm, rejection, and self-talk, John shares real tools you can use today to think better and live braver. On this week’s episode, John & Nick discuss… How to balance...

Today Nick dives into pt. 1 of a 15-minute summary on a great pair of books written by NYT best selling author Jake Knapp. These books have rocked the business world, and offer key insight into how to make things people actually want. Tune in as Nick summaries the key teachings of the first book, "Click", in less than 15-minutes so you can quickly walk away with actionable insights. Nick...

Nicks guest today  is a fellow college student putting herself out there. She works hard to build a personal brand, do what she loves, and conquer the fear that comes with putting yourself online at such a young age. Beyond her status as a public relations & digital humanities student at the University of Oregon, she is the host of the Hear Me Out podcast and has aspirations to write a book of...

Nicks guest today   is a transformational leadership coach, trainer, author, and speaker. He specializes in helping people unlock their authentic potential and develop genuine leadership presence. Freeman works with leaders across retail, government, finance, healthcare, hospitality, and education to build team oriented cultures that drive authentic human connection. Most importantly, though, Free...

Nicks guest today is the co-founder of Qpoint, a successful start-up helping people gain complete visibility and control over there external services and data flows. Andrew has experience raising capital, investing, and networking like a motherfucker. His knowledge and experience in the world of entrepreneurship is next level, and this episode is a great kickoff after our summer break. On this wee...

Nicks guest today has is one of the founding members of the rising rock/energy band Verb8im! Although just a college student in his everyday life, Tripp is pushing the limits has a musician and leader. He plays drums for Verb8tim, served as a Fraternity President, and is entering his senior year at the University of Oregon. On this week's episode, Tripp & Nick discuss... - What It's Like Being...

Nicks guest today has 15 + years of diverse experience in higher education, student development, and non profit programming. And is the current Senior Program Manager at the Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation, the largest provider of financial assistance to families of kids with cancer in the US. On this week's episode, Ashley & Nick discuss... - Finding Your Passion - Who's The Greatest Q...

Nicks guest today is the Founder and President of ForCollegeForLife, an organization loaded with dozens of professional speakers that help organizations all over the country be at their best. Casey himself has been a leading national voice on the topics of healthy masculinity and personal development for more than a decade, and is seen as a mentor in the eyes of Nick and many of his peers. Casey i...

Nicks guest today is a former Marine who served his time as a Logistics Manager stationed in Okinawa Japan. In addition he recently earned his Master's in Accounting, has held many internships in the field of accounting, and is an incoming Investment Banker at Clearsight Advisors. On this week's episode, Christian & Nick discuss... - Great Stories & Lessons From Life In The Marines - Why a...

Nicks guests today are three of his best friends at the University of Oregon. They range in interests, personalities, and upbringings. Buckle in, because todays episode is a rambunctious one! On this week's episode, Cam, Kaden, Luke & Nick discuss... - Applying For Summer Internships - What Marvel Character We Are - Personal Life Advice - Why Pregames Are Better Than The Actual Bars WATCH...

15-Min Summaries is a series where Nick summarizes his favorite self-help/business books, and today he's breaking down This Is Marketing by Seth Godin. Seth Godin is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and marketing thought leader known for books like Purple Cow , Linchpin , and The Dip , which challenge conventional thinking about creativity and business. On this week's episode, Nick high...

Nicks guest today has a huge future ahead of her - particularly in the world of advertising. At just 22 years old she has already taken on multiple director and leadership roles in the profession, and is set to begin working at Sony Music this summer! On this week's episode, Lily & Nick discuss... - How You Can Narrow Down Your Career Search - Transitioning From An Introvert To An Extrover...

My guest today is a rising leader and advertising professional. He's held roles as the President of Beta Theta Pi, Account Manager for the Allen Hall Advertising Team, Men's Resource Center Program Assistant, and Directors Assistant at GMS Media and Advertising. On this week's episode, Alex & Nick discuss... - Whether or Not Grout-Fits are still cool - The Downfalls of Comparison -...

My guest today has a very undervalued skillset in todays day in-age, balance ! She is very smart, in phenomenal shape, builds strong relationships with others, and has fun while doing so. On this week's episode, Anabella & Nick discuss... - Knowing When You're Ready For A Relationship - Common Fears of First Time Gym Goers - The Balance & Benefits of Applying Yourself - Meeting Peo...

Listen in this week as Nick dives into the upbringing of guest Kaden Meeker. Kaden is the VP of Engagement on Oregon's Inter-fraternity Council, works at the Eugene Defy Gravity, and recently started a relationship with previous podcast guest Mia Ragland. On this week's episode, Kaden & Nick discuss Kaden's... - Early Days & Fun Memories - High School Peaks and Valleys - Transi...

Nick's guest today is one of the most important leaders on campus. She currently serves as the president of all sorority life here at the University of Oregon, a community of over +1500 woman. She is an advertising major, and a Women’s, Gender and Sexuality’s Studies Minor. Previously she was the president of her own sorority Alpha Phi, and to top it all off she is a seasonal associate at the...

Nick’s guest today is one of the coolest librarians you’ll ever meet.  She's a junior here at the University of Oregon studying English and getting a political science minor. She's extremely lively, fun, witty, and has known Nick for two and a half years now.  On this week's episode, Krissy & Nick discuss... - Common Differences Between Male and Female Friendships - How To Approach...

Nick's guest today may be the future President of the United States! Jack is the President of Nick's Fraternity here at the University of Oregon, Member of the UO College Democrats, an Extroverted and Charismatic Individual, and an Avid Lover of History. On this week's episode, Jack & Nick discuss... - The Role Honest Feedback Plays In Relationships - How Sharing Our Goals With Others Can Both...

On this episode of Building The Blueprint, Nick welcomes special guest Jake Batchelder - 16 Year-Old High School Junior, Varsity Football Player, Aspiring SEC Football Head Coach, and Nick's Younger Brother! On this week's episode, Jake & Nick discuss... - What Is Was Like For Jake When Nick Left For College - Finding & Getting Into The Right College - Chasing Your Dreams While Also Stayin...

On this episode of Building The Blueprint, Nick welcomes guest Drew Manley - Previous Project Manager at the Oregon Consulting Group, Director of Consulting at the Oregon Blockchain Group, Technical Analyst at the Oregon Quant Group, Business Management Intern at Despark, and Career Peer Educator at the Lundquist School of Business. On this week's episode, Drew & Nick discuss... - The Nega...

On this episode of Building The Blueprint, Nick welcomes guest Aidan Machesky - VP of Risk on the Inter Fraternity Council, Water Park Manager, Psychology Undergraduate, and Future Teacher & Superintendent. On this week's episode, Aidan & Nick discuss... - The importance of identify and self-talk - Aidan's key takeaways from 3-years of studying psychology - How to get out of your c...