Nick's inspiration to perform was ignited in the 4th grade when his physical education teacher (Rudy Benton), discovered his ability to morph in and out of the personas of faculty members, through comedic impressions. Nick's teacher would then be compelled to urge the school principal to throw together an impromptu assembly, where within a few hours, Nick would find himself on stage ready to share publicly for the first time, his now, not so hidden talent.