In this powerful episode of Eye Level to High Level™, host Jimmy Rios sits down with Charisse Pigott for a real, unfiltered conversation about leadership, humility, boundaries, and what it truly means to elevate as a person and as a leader.
This episode goes beyond titles and positions and dives into leadership with integrity — doing the right thing when no one is watching, leading by example, and being willing to get in the trenches with your team. Jimmy and Charisse break down why ego is the enemy of growth, how humility sets the tone for real leadership, and why saying “that’s not my pay scale” is a red flag, not a flex.
They also tackle the importance of protecting your energy, setting healthy boundaries, and unlearning old programming that keeps people stuck at an iLevel mindset. From faith over strategy to gratitude, perspective, and action, this episode is a reminder that elevation requires intention, discipline, and courage.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
What real leadership looks like in action
Ego vs humility — and why confidence doesn’t require arrogance
Why boundaries are essential for mental health and growth
The power of unlearning old beliefs to truly elevate
Faith, gratitude, and perspective in the face of adversity
Treating passion projects like real businesses
A candid “Rants with Charisse” moment you won’t forget
This conversation is for anyone ready to move from Eye Level to High Level — not just in business, but in mindset, leadership, and life.
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https://calendly.com/d/cnjr-y8d-7x8/eye-level-to-high-level-intro-call
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In this powerful and inspiring episode of Eye Level to High Level™, host Jimmy Rios sits down with Charisse Pigott for a real, honest conversation about mindset, grit, and what it truly takes to move from Eye Level thinking to a High Level life.
Jimmy opens the episode by explaining the mission behind Eye Level to High Level™ — helping people break free from self-limiting beliefs and realize that success, financial freedom, and personal growth are achievable when you shift your mindset and commit to daily action.
Charisse shares her journey from Pocomoke City, Maryland, to serving in the United States Marine Corps and later the Army National Guard, before building a career in journalism and media — a dream she’s had since she was 10 years old. Along the way, she opens up about fear, resistance from loved ones, and the defining moments that built her resilience.
This episode dives deep into the power of small daily wins, the importance of routines, and how focusing on one day at a time can completely change your life — a concept echoed in Atomic Habits and reinforced through real-life experience.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
What Eye Level to High Level™ really means — beyond money
Lessons in discipline and grit from military life
Why focusing on one day down helps eliminate overwhelm
How small goals and daily routines compound into big results
The courage it takes to stand firm in your decisions — even when family doubts you
How faith, purpose, and perseverance fuel long-term success
How Charisse created opportunities in media through resourcefulness
Advice to anyone feeling stuck: keep going, no matter what it looks like
This conversation is a reminder that growth doesn’t happen overnight — it happens through daily discipline, mindset shifts, and refusing to quit, even when the path feels uncomfortable.
Part 2 of this conversation will focus on leadership and impact.
Learn more about the Eye Level to High Level™ program:
https://calendly.com/d/cnjr-y8d-7x8/eye-level-to-high-level-intro-call
Connect with Charisse Pigott:
Instagram: @connect_like_minds
Podcast: Connect Like Minds (Apple Podcasts & Spotify)
YouTube: Connect Like Minds
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In this high-impact episode of Eye Level to High Level™, host Jimmy Rios sits down once again with Tony and Derrick from Pico’s Trading Desk for a bold, no-BS conversation about trading, discipline, and what it truly takes to build wealth in today’s global economy.
This episode goes beyond charts and hype and dives straight into the mindset, risk management, and global awareness required to elevate financially. Tony and Derrick break down why most traders fail—not because of bad trades, but because of poor discipline, emotional decision-making, and ignoring risk.
Together, they explore how the global financial landscape is shifting, why hard assets matter more than ever, and why the working class must stop chasing “get rich quick” schemes and start thinking like long-term wealth builders.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why financial freedom requires discomfort, education, and real work
Why risk management matters more than profits in trading
A global macro view on China, Western debt, and emerging markets
The difference between a bad trader and a bad trade
Why rules, price targets, and emotional detachment are non-negotiable
How Pico’s uses AI tools — and why due diligence still matters
Why wealth trading focuses on patience, hard assets, and long-term vision
Practical insights on gold, silver, copper, and physical asset ownership
Why traders and entrepreneurs should consider operating through an LLC
This conversation is a powerful reminder that real wealth isn’t built overnight — it’s built through discipline, strategy, global awareness, and accountability.
Learn more about the Eye Level to High Level™ program:
https://calendly.com/d/cnjr-y8d-7x8/eye-level-to-high-level-intro-call
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In this insightful episode of Eye Level to High Level™, host Jimmy Rios sits down with Tony and Derek from PIGOS Trading Desk for a raw and educational conversation about investing, mindset, and financial confidence — especially for the working man.
This episode cuts through the noise surrounding investing and replaces confusion with clarity, discipline, and strategy. Tony and Derek share how PIGOS was built to serve everyday workers, not Wall Street insiders, and why education, patience, and compounding are the real keys to long-term success.
Tony opens up about early investing mistakes driven by ego, while Derek shares the reality of balancing market research, podcasting, and a full-time warehouse job. Together, they emphasize that there is no “get rich quick” shortcut — only consistent effort, learning, and execution.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why Eye Level to High Level™ exists and who it’s built for
How PIGOS simplifies investing for everyday workers
Why compounding is one of the most powerful tools in wealth-building
The dangers of ego, hype, and chasing “silver bullets” in the markets
Why education, reading, and due diligence matter more than trends
How working-class investors can overcome fear and procrastination
Jimmy’s personal story of accountability, discipline, and rebuilding
This conversation is a reminder that confidence in investing doesn’t come from luck — it comes from education, mindset, and showing up every day.
Learn more about the Eye Level to High Level™ program:
https://calendly.com/d/cnjr-y8d-7x8/eye-level-to-high-level-intro-call
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In this powerful Part Two episode of Eye Level to High Level™, host Jimmy Rios is joined by his wife Sylvia, alongside entrepreneurs Cortland and Simone Watson, for a raw and honest conversation about entrepreneurship, financial risk, and building a business as a married couple with a family.
This episode pulls back the curtain on what it really looks like when one spouse leaves a traditional 9–5, savings are drained, home equity is leveraged, and faith is tested — all in pursuit of building something meaningful.
Cortland and Simone share how their Arizona homeschool business evolved from a simple Facebook group into homeschool classes and eventually a tech-driven app built to help families navigate ESA funding. Jimmy and Sylvia also open up about their own financial struggles, including the moment total honesty and teamwork became the turning point that saved their business and marriage.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
The real role spouses play in entrepreneurial success
What it feels like to risk savings and home equity to fund a vision
Why financial transparency can make or break a marriage
How couples can work together without losing trust or identity
The balance between faith, finances, and family leadership
Rapid-fire wisdom for husbands, wives, and leaders in business
This conversation is a reminder that entrepreneurship isn’t just about money — it’s about trust, communication, faith, and staying aligned through uncertainty.
Learn more about the Eye Level to High Level™ program:
https://calendly.com/d/cnjr-y8d-7x8/eye-level-to-high-level-intro-call
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In this powerful first part of a two-part special on Eye Level to High Level™, host Jimmy Rios sits down with married entrepreneurs Cortland and Simone Watson to unpack what it really takes to build a business alongside your spouse — without losing your marriage, your faith, or your sanity.
Married for over 10 years, raising four children, homeschooling, and running a business together, the Watsons share an honest look at the mindset shifts, communication systems, and uncomfortable growth required to succeed as both life partners and business partners.
Coming from very different backgrounds, Simone grew up around entrepreneurship with a natural “boss mindset,” while Cortland was raised in a traditional labor-based environment and had to unlearn deep-seated beliefs about money, leadership, and visibility. Together, they break down how embracing discomfort, redefining roles, and leaning into faith allowed them to take the leap into full-time entrepreneurship.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why entrepreneurship requires being comfortable with discomfort
How limiting beliefs and past experiences can hold you back as a leader
The reality of discovering a “new version” of your spouse in business
How weekly “couples councils” and structure create clarity at home and work
Why their opposite personalities became their greatest strength
The role faith played during financial uncertainty and major transitions
Balancing marriage, business, and homeschooling under one roof
This conversation is raw, relatable, and especially impactful for married entrepreneurs or anyone considering building something meaningful with their spouse. It’s not about perfection — it’s about alignment, communication, and purpose.
Learn more about the Eye Level to High Level™ program:
https://calendly.com/d/cnjr-y8d-7x8/eye-level-to-high-level-intro-call
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Eye Level to High Level™, host Jimmy Rios sits down with longtime friend and business partner Memo Loaiza to talk about the real work behind growth — mind, body, and spirit.
Jimmy opens up about 25 years of personal challenges, including divorce, addiction, and hard lessons that ultimately pushed him toward self-improvement, faith, and alignment with his higher purpose. Together, Jimmy and Memo explore why true transformation requires responsibility, humility, and a willingness to confront limiting beliefs head-on.
The conversation dives into PSI Seminars, a 50-year-old experiential training program designed to break mental barriers and rewire the way people see themselves, their goals, and their potential. Memo explains why these experiences are hard to describe — and why they must be felt to be understood.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Jimmy’s honest reflections on failure, growth, and personal responsibility
Why mindset work must address mind, body, and spirit together
How experiential learning like PSI Seminars challenges limiting beliefs
The importance of coaching, mentorship, and accountability in personal growth
Memo’s “2026 Statement” strategy — working backward from future goals into 90-day action plans
How SEPA is bringing transformational personal development to the Spanish-speaking community
Why ego is often the biggest obstacle to reaching your next level
This episode is a reminder that leveling up isn’t just about business or money — it’s about doing the internal work required to live with intention, clarity, and purpose.
Learn more about the Eye Level to High Level™ program:
https://calendly.com/d/cnjr-y8d-7x8/eye-level-to-high-level-intro-call
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In this powerful episode of Eye Level to High Level™, host Jimmy Rios sits down with long-time friend and business partner Memo Loaiza to break down how real estate, equity, and mindset can be used as true financial leverage.
Memo shares his journey from first-time homebuyer to banking executive to entrepreneur, and how asking questions, getting educated, and trusting your instincts can completely change your financial trajectory. Together, they dive into the “You Build It” custom home model, asset-based lending, and how homeowners and business owners can turn equity into opportunity instead of letting it sit idle.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Memo’s path from banking to entrepreneurship — and the lessons learned along the way
How the “You Build It” model helps owner-builders save 20%+ on custom homes
Common mistakes people make when building and managing construction budgets
Why custom homes often appraise higher and create instant equity
How to look at home equity and assets as leverage — not just net worth
What Jimmy calls the “third arm of income” and how assets can help pay off debt faster
Why mindset, planning, and having Plan A, B, and C matter in business and investing
This conversation challenges the traditional view of assets and encourages business owners and homeowners to make their money work for them, not the other way around.
Learn more about the Eye Level to High Level™ program:
https://calendly.com/d/cnjr-y8d-7x8/eye-level-to-high-level-intro-call
If you’re looking to level up your approach to real estate, business funding, and asset strategy, this episode is a must-watch.
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