How to Level Up When No One’s Watching | Kevin Palmieri

Think Like a Leader with Dorian Albritton

Think Like a Leader with Dorian Albritton
How to Level Up When No One’s Watching | Kevin Palmieri
Feb 12, 2026 Season 2 Episode 5
Dorian Albritton

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Everybody wants to improve.

But most people aren’t prepared for what improvement requires: sacrifice, consistency, and doing the work when it’s not fun.

In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Palmieri to talk about the part of growth that doesn’t get posted—the lonely reps, the trade-offs, and the discipline it takes to become dependable in your health, your relationships, and your life.

We cover:

  • The real cost of leveling up
  • Why the “social world” version of success is misleading
  • How to build discipline when motivation is gone
  • The standards that separate amateurs from dependable leaders
  • A simple 2% move you can apply this week

If you’re building in a busy season, this will help you tighten your mindset and stay on track.

🎧 Listen here:

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-like-a-leader-podcast/id1823531510
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6cKPkGAcU48faXarIFUD2o?si=271390a3a3b040a9
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThnkLikeALeader

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