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Mike Mondo

2 years

Have a match on file you want professionally broken down and critiqued? DM or email me and let’s work together on making you better! TheMikeMondo @gmail .com #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Pro wrestling is an art which requires talent. The people can’t feel what u do physically. The object is to make it look like a competitive contest without hurting one another using just enough force necessary. Taking care & respecting each others bodies. This is what NOT to do.

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

I don’t understand why a move such as a Canadian destroyer is used as a transition move. The move is like a super pile driver. Any move where your dumped on your head like that should be a finish. When it’s not u killed the move & u no longer suspended my disbelief. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Lou Thesz vs Buddy Rogers. When the bell rings notice they didn’t go into the tie up right away. There testing each other, feeling out each other’s each move, displaying failure. Look at their footwork & how everything looks like a contest. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Damn, what a backdrop! Should have been sold more. As Bron shows fire & intensity, give chance for a replay. Allow commentators to put champ over. Immediately popping back up to reverse seconds later & throw 2 missed lines diminished the beautiful bump & backdrop. Less is more.

WWE

@WWE

2 years

Unbelievable SPEED from the #WWENXT Champion! 😳 @bronbreakkerwwe is that dude!

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Promoters! Don’t have gimmick matches such as a ladder or cage match on ur show just for the sake of having one. Ur not gonna draw a bigger house. Instead create a real build up w/ circumstances & have logical reasons with emotional value behind it. Now u can promote it & make $$

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

My deepest condolences to Jay Briscoe and his family. Shocked and very sad when I heard the news. Jay was always very nice to me. He was always smiling, upbeat and positive whenever we had interaction. RIP my friend..

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

This is how you take a proper hard turnbuckle. Notice when Bret shot him off he came at least half way across the ring or more before he released him. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

A pet peeve of mine is big men that wanna work like a high flyer. Is it cool that you can do it? Sure..but half the time it ends up looking unorthodox & silly. You been blessed with height & size. Use those strengths to ur advantage. Work like a big man! #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Textbook. Back in the day if you took a pile driver they would stretcher you out and you would be left of TV for several weeks selling the injury. Today it’s used as just a high spot and rarely the finish.. It’s unfortunate.

papadon

@greekgodpapadon

2 years

GGP “In God I Trust” Piledriver!!!

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Thesz & Gagne working a collar & elbow tie up & getting mileage out of it. Love how they don’t go into it right away. Theirs failure. When they do lock up it’s intense! Looks like a contest. There in striking distance at all times showing something “could happen” #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

4 years

Feeling gratitude today. Today marks 1 year and 3 months clean and sober. I wouldn’t have been able to do it alone. Thank you to everyone who has helped me & been by my side. It’s been an amazing journey and I look forward to what God has planned for me. -11/8/18-

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

3 years

Theirs people in the wrestling business that believe in u & theirs people that don’t. This man has always believed in me, given me opportunities & put me in positions to succeed & perform as my best self. Will always be grateful for @TheJimCornette .

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If I know I’m catching somebody on a dive, I’m not standing there staring at him waiting for him to jump on me. Why don’t I just move? I’m gonna turn my body sideways & be selling using my peripheral vision & at the last second embrace to catch him safely. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

I wanna state I did not see this match & my opinion is from this clip alone. Just saw a man double his opponent size deliver a vicious clothesline followed by a GREAT sell 2 immediately no sell & give 3 diff variation kicks & win. Is psychology & logic no more? Is it just me?? 🤷🏻‍♂️

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Not every match has to go to the floor. The first couple matches should stay in the the ring. Give them wrestling. Build the card like you would a match. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

For 18 years I take great pride in never injuring anyone to where they can’t wrestle the next day. Protect your opponent at all costs. If your not 100% confident about a move or something high risk don’t do it! Theirs always alternatives. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

This is an example of a “money promo”. A promo that sells tickets. Listen 2 how he tells a story. How he captures ur attention by speaking not yelling. How he raises his voice 2 bringing it back down. He speaks with emotion. It’s not WHAT he says but HOW he says it. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

I am available for seminars at your wrestling school or wrestling promotion. If interested and want to inquire contact me at TheMikeMondo @gmail .com 😎

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If you’re just breaking in the wrestling business keep ur eyes and ears open, mouth shut and pick the brains of those that came before you. Attend seminars, watch as much tape as u can & if ur working a show watch all the matches. Stay humble & out work everyone. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

When a comedian tells a joke & the people laugh he/she pauses & waits for the people to stop before telling next joke. Wrestling’s the same. If I get a reaction from a move I’m gonna pause & get the most out of it. Don’t step on ur own shit by doing move after move. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Classic matches that drew the most $$ that people will never forget & always talk about were story driven. For ex Hogan vs Rock, Michaels vs Taker. They weren’t matches that were spot fests that did a bunch of moves to get a pop. A compelling story will always draw. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Don’t shoot a guy off to leapfrog or drop down. They are defensive maneuvers & makes no sense. Instead have them duck a clothesline, now you have a REASON to leapfrog or drop down. Little things.. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If I’m using a gimmick such as a table in a match, I don’t wanna shot gun & use it right away. I wanna introduce it, establish it, create multiple circumstances where I tease it, then execute it. Make it mean something. It would also be the finish. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Not enough heels today manipulate and cheat behind the referees back to get heat in my opinion. If the ref sees you cheat your just putting heat on the ref and not yourself. Keep the referee credible. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

Pro WRESTLING!! My favorite match of all time. I recommend all pro wrestlers to look up this match on @YouTube and study it. Everything from the lock up, working of holds, body language, facials, double ko, a contest! #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Pro wrestling done right!

Wrestling from 80s/90s

@Wrestling80s90s

2 years

Corny nails it perfectly! @TheJimCornette

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

Pro wrestlers! Next time u consider using a DDT or a Canadian destroyer as a transition keep in mind, Ur IMPAILING a persons head into the mat. Most devastating thing u can do 2 somebody despite size/weight/muscle etc. There still human. Use logic & treat as such. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

A heels job is to get the babyface over. If the face isn’t over the heel can’t get any heat. Not having any heat results in no sympathy on the babyface. W/ no sympathy there’s no reason to care or wanna see the face make a comeback. Think/work w/feeling & emotion. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If I’m in a tag match where my partner is in the ring & Im on the apron I should be reacting to everything that’s happening in the ring. Both on offense and when he’s selling. If I don’t seem to care about my partner why should the people? #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

4 years

Grateful to be a year and 6 months clean and sober. God is good! #sobriety #onedayatatime #grateful

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Not every pin fall has to be a 2 count. If it’s early on in the match kick out on 1. Makes the near falls mean more later on. Always hook the leg when covering someone. Kick out strong kicking legs high in the air so everyone can see it. Keep ur face up. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

In pro wrestling your only as good as the promoters opinion of you is. You can be the best wrestler & never catch a break. U can be green as grass & be world champ. The business can be frustrating. Focus on what u can control & don’t give up. Keep pushing! #mindofmondo #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

One of the most common mistakes I see is picking a person up off the mat just to put him back down. If he/she is already on the mat try & beat the person. Remember the number one story your trying to tell. Trying to win and trying not to lose. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Bobby Eaton had such a beautiful leg drop.

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

If ur a heel & ur getting heat on your opponent keep these few tips in mind next time ur beating down ur opponent. 1) SLOW DOWN, 2) show facials, 3) make subtle eye contact w/ audience 4) show enough body language in everything u do, 5) be vocal & show intensity. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

In a tag match, there’s NO such thing as a BACK tag, or a FOOT tag! A LEGAL TAG is BOTH feet flat on the ring apron while ONE hand is gripping the tag rope while the OTHER hand is extended OVER the top rope & HAND 2 HAND contact is made. That is OFFICIAL! #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Wrestling is a contact sport. Make your strikes look believable & legit. Hit hard in safe places. Slow down, show intensity & make what u do nice & visual. Suspend peoples disbelief by making your stuff look real. Confidence is everything. #mindofmondo #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If ur tag partner is selling & ur waiting for the hot tag, picking ur spots u should be working the apron the entire heat to the point where ur blown up. Acting & reacting 2 what’s happening to ur partner. Ur energy & enthusiasm will add so much when the tag is made. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

When grabbing a hold, don’t just sit there catching your breath with a blank stare on your face. Grab the hold with intent and actually work the hold. Body language, facial expressions. Make me believe what your doing is legit! #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Your match doesn’t begin and end when the bell rings. It begins when you come through that curtain and ends when you go back through that curtain. Always be working! #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

I once had a dark match in WWE & before the bell ref informed me that I was now the heel & not the babyface. Test for sure. No problem! Told ref to tell face to trust me & listen. It was basic but we got through it & passed! Learn to work on the fly up and comers. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

A promo should be real. You should feel it and have it come from the heart. Mean what you say. If it’s not, your just saying words and as the viewer I will be able to tell the difference. Get me emotionally invested. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Be aware how many big moves u give a person. If u can’t beat the person, what did those moves really mean? If they keep kicking out on all the time ur opponent looks like superman & you look weak. Don’t feel u have to get all your shit in every match. Less is more #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

A babyface shine is very simple. Have an anchor such as a headlock & everything you do go back to that anchor. Take tackle, back to headlock. Move on this, back to headlock. Tackle drop down hip toss, back to headlock. Simple story telling but it works! #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

When grabbing a hold always remember keep your face up. When selling keep your face up. When kicking out of a pin get your face up. Notice the pattern here. Having ur face in the mat doesn’t sell any tickets. Your facial expressions tell me everything. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

I personally am a 100% guy. Meaning… if I can’t give a move or deliver a strike with ABSOLUTE certainty that it will be executed properly & given safely then I won’t do it. There’s 1000’s of options. Work & be smart. Take pride in ur body of work & safety of others. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If you start off the match hot you need to keep it hot. Once you cross that line it doesn’t make sense to tie up with the person & start chain wrestling. You can wrestle then fight but you can’t fight then wrestle. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Don’t worry about what ur gimmick should be, or what entrance music u wanna use when u first start out wrestling. Master the basics, learn the proper holds, psychology, footwork, promo. Your gimmick will come naturally over time. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

The reason why it was a big deal 1st time someone kicked out of Undertakers tombstone is because he always beat people with it. Get your finish over first before having someone kick out or counter it. Establish the move. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Mastering your fundamentals are so important if you wanna be a wrestler. Know them so well you can do it in your sleep. You can’t have a great looking house without a solid foundation. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Damn! Brad Armstrong was so good! All babyfaces in the wrestling biz need to go out of there way & study him. Everything he does is great. Body of work is solid. No wasted motion. His selling, fire, aggressiveness, footwork..just a real pro. #mindofmondo

Jake Roberts vs Brad Armstrong - (Municipal Auditorium, New Orleans -...

Jake Roberts vs Brad Armstrong - (Municipal Auditorium, New Orleans - 1985-04-16)

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If I’m shooting someone into the ropes to give a hip toss or backdrop I wanna meet them a step or two closer from the center of the ring so when they actually take the bump they are landing safely in the middle of the ring. Always have ring presence & awareness. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

I highly suggest ALL managers in pro wrestling to study Bobby Heenan, Jim Cornette, Queen Sherri, Jimmy Hart to name a few. They perfected timing when to be involved & when to lay low in a match. All know how to get a talent over & sell a match on the mic. True pros. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

The best “gimmicks” in pro wrestling is an extension of yourself & ur personality. Take who u are & turn the volume up X 1000. When you do that your putting yourself in the best position to connect with the audience cause ur not acting. Your YOU & u can feel that. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Baby faces, when delivering a comeback don’t go chasing the heels around the ring. Instead find a spot in the center of the ring and have the heels feed you. Give them a lane so they have a place to bump all while showing lots of fire & emotion in between. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

I once got to gorilla on Smackdown & Vince said U now have 3 1/2 min & ur entrance is cut. We orig had 7 min w/entrances. Luckily my partner & I were over prepared & knew how to call on the fly. We succeeded & boss was happy. Learn how to call a match in the ring! #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

In a tag match if you do a false tag correctly 99% of the time you should be taking it home right after. That’s the highest your going to get the people. Continuing the heat will bring the people back down & your hot tag may not be as hot. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Heels…If a babyface fights back on you during the heat and you cut him off don’t forget to take a second to register what just happened to you before you proceed. This should also give you a reason to change gears in the heat. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Before a show always inspect the ring you will be working in that night. Feel for loose boards, check the ropes, hit the turnbuckles a couple of times. Make sure everything is in check so you don’t get hurt! #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If u have an opportunity to be an extra at WWE & have a chance to get a match in front of producers prior to the show tell a story and keep it simple. Your not gonna impress them with crazy moves as they seen them plenty. Show them fundamentals, footwork & character. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

If wrestlings 2 smooth it don’t look “real”. Don’t be afraid 2 show “failure”. In baseball a batter sometimes swings & misses, a QB will throw an incomplete pass, a boxer will throw a punch & miss. Wrestlings no diff. Bring REALISM & legitimately 2 ur work! Be diff! #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Be original when coming up with a move set or finisher. Stay away from using moves that were once done by big stars. When I see a stunner I think of Steve Austin. When I see variations of an RKO I think of Randy Orton. Get something over that makes me think of you. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

REFEREES!! Please act like the rules MATTER! Establish and ENFORCE them so as a heel I can BREAK them & can get HEAT! Therefore when I have HEAT the people will want to see a COMEBACK. If done right, I PROMISE it still works today! #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Stay away from doing big offensive moves as a heat spot 2 start your heat. There’s no heat 2 that. It’s impressive & legal. Instead do something cheap behind the refs back or use the numbers game if u have a manager/tag partner. I can dislike you for that. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

Enjoyed the men’s rumble. Constructive criticism would be 2 not do spots in the corner or on the ropes where u purposely jump over the top rope to get your shit in. U lose by going over the top rope hitting the floor. Makes no sense to put itself in that position. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If you’re a babyface, don’t circle the ring & start clapping your hands. It makes u seem desperate for the audience to cheer you. Do something in the match that makes u earn their respect. Make it authentic. Make it real. It is then when they will believe in u. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Always clear it with the promoter if you do things in ur match such as a jump start, mic to cut a promo, get color or usage of a foreign object. You don’t know what he has planned for the rest of the card. Avoid going into business for yourself. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

The little things in wrestling will separate u from everyone else. EX: After I give punch I’ll shake my wrist as I “hit him so hard”. After great chop I’ll pause & grab my finger as if I possibly “dislocated” it, I’ll slightly register my head after giving headbutt. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If I’m in a tag match and I’m selling I’m not gonna conclude the heat by hitting a big move. It kills the heat and why do I need a partner to make the comeback? Wrong time to get your shit in. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

When shooting your opponent from corner to corner always come out halfway before releasing him. Unless your Yokozuna it’s not believable just taking a couple steps & having the person run to take a turnbuckle. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Always say thank you and shake the persons hand after your done working with somebody. If you went over let them know you appreciate them doing business for you. It’s a work, they don’t have to lay there if they don’t want to. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Keep story telling simple in your heat. Give them a suplex. Go for it again this time they small package. Give body slam. Go for slam again they slip behind into a school boy. Give backdrop. Next time they sunset flip. Establish the move…counter the move. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

There’s gonna be times when the match isn’t about you. Ur job for the night might be to put someone over & make them look strong. Sell & make that person look as best as u can. U never know when the roles will be reversed & that person will be doing the favor for u. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Technique, footwork, psychology, ring awareness, slowing down, realism, less is more, promo, look, selling are all key components to being a great wrestler. Notice I didn’t say “moves” or “dives”.. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Whenever I have a match if I’m a heel I always try and figure out where my heat is. Sometimes it’s not necessarily punching and kicking. If my heats on the finish I’m gonna do my best to highlight my babyface. The more over the more heat when I beat him. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

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If I’m going over & working TV, I always wanna take my match 30 seconds under. I wanna leave that last 30 seconds for “beauty shot” and allow commentators to put me over. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

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2 years

If u have a manager that is gonna get bumped in the match put as much heat on him as u can. Have the manager cause the heat spot. Think of different ways 2 utilize him during the heat behind the refs back. The more heat the manager has the bigger the payoff will be. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

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2 years

Don’t go around the locker room asking everybody how your match was. Instead find a veteran or someone u trust & go to that one person. Record ur match & kindly ask them to watch it back with you so u can also get a visual. You’ll get a lot more out of it in the end. #mindofmindo

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Mike Mondo

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2 years

If your in a situation where it’s babyface vs babyface, their needs to be an “aggressor” in the match. Otherwise your risking it being a stalemate. A tennis match if you will. I need to get behind someone. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

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2 years

In the heat a babyface should be selling. Not doing a bunch of hope spots where ur on ur feet & running around. By doing that you kill the heat therefore theirs no sympathy. With no sympathy theirs no comeback. Get ur shit in at the right time. Baby faces sell! #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

A tag team match is not 2 singles matches. Hence the word tag. That’s the gimmick of the match. I want 2 avoid having to start match over. Keep the match flowing. Get everyone in & everyone out in 1st 2 min. Show chemistry & teamwork. Don’t forget to work the apron. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

Opinions are like a**holes. Everyone has 1. I use this platform 2 state mine/offer advice based on my 20 years experience. It’s w/ hopes 2 only help. Do me & urself a favor & BLOCK ME if u feel the need 2 respond w/negativity. No need for keyboard tough guys. Thanks! #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Facial expressions. Another aspect in pro wrestling that’s often overlooked. It allows me to feel what emotion your in at the present moment. If you wear a mask you have to make up for it in your body language by being a bit more animated. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If you’re in a headlock their is no need to back the person into the ropes to shoot them off IF your the same size. If the person who has u in a headlock is much bigger than u then it makes more sense to back them into the ropes for momentum purposes. #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

The more you milk a prop or create circumstances where it could be used but it keeps getting taken away the bigger the payoff will be when u execute it. The same could be said for moves. Jake the snake would go for DDT multiple times but when he hit it place erupted! #mindofmondo

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@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If your a heel choose your cutoff spots wisely. When stopping your babyface on a heat or hope spot there’s always more heat cheating, or hitting the babyface from behind. Stay away from clotheslines. There redundant and theirs no heat behind the intent. #mindofmondo #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Do ur best to respect the referee. Make him credible in ur matches. He’s the authority in there. Put him over. So then when a heel breaks rules behind his back he gets heat. Less cool moves, more manipulation of ref taking shortcuts to gain advantage/keep control. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

IF I AM IN tag match & my partner “SELLING” about 2 make hot tag, I would INSIST my partner doesn’t hit a “BIG move/move” to then go back down selling (for no reason) to then JUST tag me! 1) killed the heat. 2) why do u need me if u have energy to hit “said” move? #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Being able to call a match in the ring is very important even in todays era. What happens when things don’t go according to plan? You need to be able to adapt and cover up without exposing yourself to the audience. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

In a tag match, heels cut ring in half when ur getting heat on a babyface. Establish quick tags keeping the fresh person in. Use ur partner to manipulate the ref to cheat. Don’t shoot off baby in the ropes where his partner is at. They should just tag. #mindofmondo #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If your on TV and you hit a big move or false finish take a second and pause before proceeding. Chances are they are replaying what you just did to people at home. Also allows commentators to put you over and tell your story. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Tell mini stories in your heat. For ex if heat is on the back use moves like body slam, suplex & hard turnbuckle. Then later have face counter those same moves w/ defensive pins. Always establish the move 1st to educate the audience so it makes sense when countered. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

Mistakes I see in tag matches. 2 singles matches on front end & not working gimmick which is a tag. Heat spot in front of ref. Heels not cutting ring off making face work for hot tag. Face hitting big move before making hot tag, kills heat. Lack of fire in comeback. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Allow me to help you improve your skill set as an overall professional wrestler! #wrestling #prowrestling #wwe #aew #mindofmondo @HaminMediaGroup

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Pro wrestling today. What’s one thing I think the current product is missing today? The believability & realism factor. A lot of matches look “too smooth”. There needs to be failure more of a competitive struggle in the transition of holds & working those holds. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

1 year

What was 20 year old me thinking?! The night the “Giant Killer” was born! My @ovwrestling TV debut vs @BPmattmorgan . Glad we put our differences aside buddy. Thank you! @TheJimCornette #ovw #wwe #prowrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

Not everything in your match has to look perfectly smooth. Don’t be afraid to show failure in your match. It makes it look more realistic. A boxer doesn’t connect with every punch. A UFC fighter don’t succeed with every takedown attempt. Wrestling is no different. #wrestling

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

If I’m in a tag match and I’m the one taking heat I don’t wanna conclude the heat by me giving an offensive move. To strong & kills the heat. Therefore kills comeback. Why do I need a tag partner then? #wrestling #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

O’Connor vs Langevin - Psychology 101. Wrestling with the head telling a headlock story. Watch the solid lockup, the intent when grabbing & going back to headlock. Footwork, ring awareness spot on. Everything comes back to the center of the ring. No wasted motion. #mindofmondo

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Mike Mondo

@TheMikeMondo

2 years

This business is based on “emotion”. If you can make people feel happy, sad, angry, frustrated, excited etc you’re doing your job right. Real life feelings everyone’s experienced at some point. They can relate, understand & identify to that. Emotion is what sells tix! #wrestling

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