The Brian Buffini Show

It’s human nature to make excuses when things don’t go your way but if you take responsibility for where you are and why, you’ll get on track to live the good life. In this episode, Brian teaches how to succeed in your relationships, health, finances and business life by ditching the excuses and taking ownership instead.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     The types of excuses we make.·     The reasons we make those excuses.  ·     The importance of outside perspective.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 166, Discipline Equals Freedom with Jocko Willinkhttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/discipline-equals-freedom-with-jocko-willink-166/ Episode 054, Investing 101 with Brian’s Financial Brain Trusthttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/investing-101-with-brians-financial-brain-trust-054/ Episode 299, The Stories We Tell Ourselveshttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-stories-we-tell-ourselves-299/ MasterMindhttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/mastermind-summit/ NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Excuses are the lies we tell ourselves.” – Jocko Willink “When we take ownership and truly embrace where we are and why we are, then we get to go to work.” – Brian Buffini “Excuses do have purpose. They save face, they lower expectations and they justify low performance.” – Brian Buffini “Ownership means I choose to do this, I embrace this on purpose.” – Brian Buffini “Change is hard. We're like homing pigeons - we want to go back to what we know.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a recession on the way, businesses need to evaluate how they can adapt and make the most of every opportunity they meet. In this episode, Brian reflects on his interview with author, speaker and entrepreneur Ron Tite and shares lessons about building an authentic brand as the market changes.     YOU WILL LEARN:·     The importance of scaling, diversifying and selling more. ·     The sequential steps to becoming a brand of trust.·     The five key principles for building a brand narrative.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E39, How to Cut Through to Success in a Busy World - An Interview with Ron Tite   https://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e39-how-to-cut-through-to-success-in-a-busy-world-an-inter “Think Do Say,” by Ron Titehttps://www.amazon.com/Think-Do-Say-seize-attention/dp/1989025714/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ron+tite&qid=1652439378&sr=8-1 NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “For an entrepreneur, there is tremendous opportunity with every recession.” – Brian Buffini “I believe with the coming recession everyone who owns a business, big or small, is going to need to scale, diversify and sell more.” – Brian Buffini “All of entrepreneurship is ‘find a need, fill a need’.” – Brian Buffini “It's very important that your products and services are aligned with what you believe the solution is, or should be. Otherwise, you're working to just make a buck and you're not being true or authentic.” – Brian Buffini “It's time to be calm in the chaos, because the chaos certainly isn't going away.” – Ron Tite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Consumers today are inundated with so much promotional messaging and content in the marketplace that they often don’t know where to look or who to trust. In this episode, Brian interviews author, speaker and entrepreneur Ron Tite about his new book and learns what organizations must do to seize the attention of and build trust with customers in this busy world.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     The importance of authentic brand belief.  ·     The steps a small business can take to stand out.·     The five questions every business narrative should answer. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Think Do Say,” by Ron Titehttps://www.amazon.com/Think-Do-Say-seize-attention/dp/1989025714/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ron+tite&qid=1652439378&sr=8-1 MasterMindhttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/mastermind-summit/ “The Imaginary Girlfriend,” by John Irvinghttps://www.amazon.com/The-Imaginary-Girlfriend/dp/B00JDNQ6ZS/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1652645567&sr=8-1 “Pulp Fiction”https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0110912/ “Cinema Paradiso”https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095765/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A brand belief is really - what do you fundamentally believe in? And what do you believe in that goes beyond the thing you sell but that is strategically aligned to the thing you sell?” – Ron Tite “The way you can evaluate whether your brand belief is strategically linked to the thing you sell is to connect the two with the word ‘so’.” – Ron Tite “It should never be about just winning the battle for time. It should be about both standing out and capturing attention while building trust.” – Ron Tite “You are defined by the actions you take, not by the supposed philosophies you fundamentally believe.” – Ron Tite “What is the one thing you do that connects your purpose to where you make money?” – Ron Tite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No matter the goals we set or the work we do, our negative thoughts can still create roadblocks to success. In this replay episode, Brian examines why we become what we think about and teaches how to develop personal and business philosophies to think more positively and achieve more success.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     The two most common reasons we’re reluctant to change.·     The six questions that should define your personal and business philosophies.·     The three components that are essential to develop and maintain successful philosophies. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“The Strangest Secret,” by Earl Nightingale “Treasury of Quotes,” by Jim Rohn “As a Man Thinketh,” by James Allen “Rich Habits: The Daily Success Habits of Wealthy Individuals,” by Thomas Corley “The Millionaire Next Door,” by Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D. “The Millionaire Mind,” by Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D. “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill “What to Say When You Talk to Yourself,”  by Shad Helmstetter NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Work harder on yourself than you do on your job; you’ll go from making a living to making a fortune.” – Jim Rohn “A person is limited only by the thoughts he chooses.” – James Allen  “Being broke is a state of account; being poor is a state of mind.” – Brian Buffini“Always do more than you’re paid for.” – Brian Buffini  “It’s okay to be disappointed, it’s not okay to get discouraged.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In striving to succeed and reach their goals, many people experience a challenging balancing act between their emotions and their logic. In this episode, Brian examines the reasons for this internal tug of war and teaches how to achieve more balance and live the good life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     The 5 emotions we experience in our business lives.·     The 5 logical tug of war partners.·     The best ways to manage these internal conflicts. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Peak Experiencehttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/peak-experience/ S2E35, How to Beat Burnout Part 1   https://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e35-how-to-beat-burnout-part-1 S2E36, How to Beat Burnout Part 2https://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e36-how-to-beat-burnout-part-2 S2E25, The Power of Regret – an Interview with Daniel Pinkhttps://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e25-the-power-of-regret-an-interview-with-daniel-pink   NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There's no such thing as balance. What there is, is balancing.” – Brian Buffini   “Contentment is resting in the goals that have been achieved.” – Brian Buffini     “Every goal set and achieved needs to be celebrated.” – Brian Buffini    “Sometimes you can be so focused on the results that you miss out on what the magical part is, which is the journey.” – Brian Buffini     “When we're balancing, the war within is no longer a war. It's more of a quibble. It's more of a challenge. It's more of a daily adjustment.” – Brian Buffini     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, it can feel impossible to say no to anything. Unfortunately, spreading yourself too thin means exposing yourself to a high risk of chronic burnout. In part 2 of this episode, Brian examines how to put certain disciplines in place to avoid, manage and overcome burnout and live the good life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why taking time off must be a priority.  ·     Why it’s vital to work on emotional intelligence.·     Why celebrating your wins is so important.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E35, How to Beat Burnout Part 1   https://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e35-how-to-beat-burnout-part-1MasterMind Summithttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/mastermind-summit/ “Man in the Mirror,” by Michael Jacksonhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PivWY9wn5ps Episode 14, An Interview with Daniel Golemanhttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/episode-014-interview-daniel-goleman/ NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I committed the greatest flaw you can make for success – and that is to say yes to everything.” – Brian Buffini     “People who work on their EQ do much better with burnout than those who don't.” – Brian Buffini     “If you want to make a profound change in your relationships, you have to show up as the very best version of yourself.” – Brian Buffini    “You're not required to set yourself on fire to keep other people warm.” – Anonymous     “The more things we say yes to means the more we're actually draining the good life out of ourselves.” – Brian Buffini     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s increasingly challenging world, burnout is on the rise everywhere. In part 1 of this episode, Brian shares how burnout negatively affects the good life and teaches powerful ways to control it and move out the other side.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     The different definitions of burnout.·     The various signs of burnout.·     His own personal experience with burnout. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Burnout,” by Dr. Herbert Freudenbergerhttps://www.amazon.com/Burn-Out-Herbert-Freudenberger/dp/0553255843/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2UBO603OIJ7P0&keywords=Herbert+Freudenberger&qid=1651156591&sprefix=herbert+freudenberger%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-1 “Thrilled to Death,” by Dr. Archibald Harthttps://www.amazon.com/Thrilled-Death-Endless-Pursuit-Pleasure/dp/0849918529/ref=sr_1_1?crid=P14W8C7A6MYH&keywords=thrilled+to+death&qid=1651156670&sprefix=thrilled+to+death%2Caps%2C754&sr=8-1 MasterMind Summithttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/mastermind-summit/ NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Burnout is not something that's ever conquered. But it is something that can be controlled.” – Brian Buffini    “On the other side of burnout is joy. On the other side of burnout is refreshment. On the other side of burnout is hope.” – Brian Buffini     “The good life waits on the other side of burnout.” – Brian Buffini     “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” – Anne Lamott “Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop.” – Ovid     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In order for their business to succeed, entrepreneurs must have a rock-solid plan in place. In part 2 of this episode, Brian shares a failsafe strategy to build a business that lasts the test of time while still living the good life. Topics discussed include: Managing your calendar, becoming disciplined and gaining control of your life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why a budget is vital.·     How to implement an effective set of action steps.·     Why measurables are the key to success. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E33, The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma Part 1   https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzLzYxYTdiYzRjOTgxZWU4MDAxM2UyMGQ0Mg/episode/NjI2NzIzY2MwODFmMzYwMDE2ZTBmNmJm NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When you're out of budget all the time, you're out of control all the time.” – Brian Buffini     “When you're on top of the mountain, throw a little dirt in the valley, it'll break your fall.”  – George Buffini     “If you're going to be an entrepreneur, you’ve got to be a doer.” – Brian Buffini     “We all need a little bit of help. We need friends, we need colleagues, we need counselors and we need coaching.” – Brian Buffini     “Sometimes when we're succeeding in life, we don't even know it.” – Brian Buffini     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In striving to achieve the success they want, many entrepreneurs experience a tug of war between their personal and their business life. In part 1 of this episode, Brian shares the lessons he has learned during his vast experience as an entrepreneur and teaches how you can stop being owned by your business and start living the good life.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why you must get on the same page as your partner.·     Why a vision is critical to success.·     How to set effective goals.  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “35 years I'm an entrepreneur, and I’ve learned a few things along the way.” – Brian Buffini     “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt     “It starts with the vision. Once you get the vision, then what supports the vision is our goals.” – Brian Buffini     “Goal-setting changed my life, and it changes my life every year.” – Brian Buffini  “A goal is a dream with a deadline.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to live the good life and achieve your goals in the future, you have to understand and own your past first. In this episode, Brian reflects on his interview with Dr. John Delony about his new book, “Own Your Past, Change Your Future,” and shares what he learned from their conversation.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Your options for dealing with pain.·     The formula for owning your past.·     Top tips for changing your future.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E31, Own Your Past, Change Your Future – an Interview with Dr. John Delonyhttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzLzYxYTdiYzRjOTgxZWU4MDAxM2UyMGQ0Mg/episode/NjI1ZGU5OTU2MGI0YmQwMDEyOGNjZTU3?hl=en-IE&ved=2ahUKEwiq8df76J_3AhWwoHIEHWTEB8UQjrkEegQIBxAF&ep=6 “Own Your Past, Change Your Future,” by Dr. John Delonyhttps://www.ramseysolutions.com/store/books/own-your-past-change-your-future-by-dr-john-delony S2E17, Myths About Anxiety and the Life-Changing Truth – an Interview with Dr. John Delonyhttps://shows.acast.com/the-brian-buffini-show/episodes/s2e17-myths-about-anxiety-and-the-life-changing-truth-an-int  “The Untouchables,” moviehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094226/NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Change is hard. And, by yourself, it's almost impossible.” – Brian Buffini       “All permanent, lasting change has to start on the inside and work its way to the outside. And that normally takes a series of processes, and usually some help.” – Brian Buffini        “Sometimes our feelings are a true emotion, but not a true reflection, of our circumstance.” – Brian Buffini      “We can change our situation in life economically, environmentally, relationally. We can change everything. But we need help.” – Brian Buffini       “We can reach some impossible goals when we own our past to change our future.” – Brian Buffini    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to be happy and healthy, you need to understand your past and then leave it behind you where it belongs. In this episode, Brian interviews bestselling author Dr. John Delony about his new book, “Own Your Past, Change Your Future,” and discovers how learning to unpack the weight of your past will help you to live the good life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     The 5 steps to well-being.·     The importance of owning your story.·     The best advice to change your future.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Own Your Past, Change Your Future,” by Dr. John Delonyhttps://www.ramseysolutions.com/store/books/own-your-past-change-your-future-by-dr-john-delony S2E17, Myths About Anxiety and the Life-Changing Truth – an Interview with Dr. John Delonyhttps://shows.acast.com/the-brian-buffini-show/episodes/s2e17-myths-about-anxiety-and-the-life-changing-truth-an-int www.johndelony.com www.ramseysolutions.com  “What to Say When You Talk to Yourself,” Shad Helmstetterhttps://www.amazon.com/What-When-Talk-Your-Self/dp/1501171992/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2FFR2VBTI1SY6&keywords=what+to+say+when+you+talk+to+yourself+book&qid=1649946227&sprefix=what+to+say+%2Caps%2C464&sr=8-1 NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You’ve got to go backwards so you can go forward.” – Dr. John Delony       “We think in pictures, but we speak in words.” – Dr. John Delony      “No life change of any sort that is sustainable can happen by yourself.” – Dr. John Delony      “The only two things on planet earth I can control are my thoughts and my actions, period.”– Dr. John Delony      “Once you change the thoughts, you can change the actions.” – Brian Buffini    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many people view work as a punishment, but it doesn’t have to be that way. In part 2 of this episode, Brian shares how work can be a pleasure, not a chore. Topics discussed include: How to find meaning in your work, why it’s so important to serve others and why you have to keep challenging yourself if you want to grow and develop.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why work is work.·     Why some people are happy at work.·     Steps to take to love your work. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E29, How to Love Your Work Part 1https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzLzYxYTdiYzRjOTgxZWU4MDAxM2UyMGQ0Mg/episode/NjI1NDYyYTYxZjVkNTgwMDEyNWRkMGQ5?hl=en-IE&ved=2ahUKEwjZwMKP6473AhWMY8AKHSBXCUEQjrkEegQIBhAF&ep=6 Episode 303, From Paycheck to Purpose – an Interview with Ken Colemanhttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/from-paycheck-to-purpose-an-interview-with-ken-coleman-303/ Episode 289, The Blessing of Workhttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-blessing-of-work-289/ NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If you want to find meaning, it's always going to have some form of service.” – Brian Buffini    “Always render more and better service than is expected of you, no matter what your task may be.” – Og Mandino “You’ve got to grow where you're planted.” – Brian Buffini     “When you never want to work a day in your life, you make it about them, not you.” – Brian Buffini     “In blessing other people and serving other people, it changes your own state.” – Brian Buffini     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even if you do what you love, work can often become a chore. In part 1 of this episode, Brian examines why people are unhappy with the daily grind and teaches how to find joy in work again.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why you become disengaged.·     Why you must connect with others.·     Why you feel stuck.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 164, The Best Interview of my Life with Neil Armstronghttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-interview-of-my-life-with-neil-armstrong/id1089027054?i=1000445112298 The Peak Experiencehttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/peak-experience/ “Man's Search for Meaning,” by Viktor E. Franklhttps://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/0807014273/ref=sr_1_1?crid=YJMRK3E8FM4G&keywords=mans+search+for+meaning&qid=1649616078&sprefix=mans+s%2Caps%2C401&sr=8-1 Glendalough Whiskeyhttps://www.glendaloughdistillery.com/whiskey  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Sometimes you can become disengaged with the very thing you're gifted at, just because you've done a bit too much of it.” – Brian Buffini     “So many people are unhappy with their work because they think you should never feel anything but joy at work.” – Brian Buffini     “When everything is pleasure, nothing is pleasurable.” – Brian Buffini     “None of us is as smart as all of us.” – Brian Buffini     “Connection gives people purpose and meaning in their lives.” – Brené Brown     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s challenging world, faith, hope and love are more important than ever before. In part 2 of this episode, Brian shares more of the age-old principles that will help you to live the good life and then help others do the same.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     The three essential components of hope.·     The vital importance of goals.·     Ways to have more love in your life.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Shawshank Redemption,” moviehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/ Episode 309, Make the Impossible Possible – an Interview with Ben Nemtinhttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/make-the-impossible-possible-an-interview-with-ben-nemtin-309/ S2E27, Giving You My Best Part 1https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzLzYxYTdiYzRjOTgxZWU4MDAxM2UyMGQ0Mg/episode/NjI0YjZhZmZlMWIwMjAwMDEyZjFkZjhj?hl=en-IE&ved=2ahUKEwjSmpnVyP_2AhWGi1wKHdK8AWEQjrkEegQIBxAI&ep=6 NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Hope can get you to the good life and love allows you to get the most out of it.” – Brian Buffini    “Hope ultimately springs out of faith.” – Brian Buffini     “People need three things in life: someone to love, something to do and something to hope for.” – Lou Holtz “I believe you have to have proper expectations based on your gifts and the opportunities that you have.” – Brian Buffini     “If you desire to love someone else, you have to be capable of receiving love.” – Brian Buffini     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to deal with the heartache, difficulty and stress of today’s world, you have to have faith. In part 1 of this episode, Brian shares the three types of faith that help him to handle all of life’s challenges.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why his faith in God is so important to him.  ·     Why you must always have faith in yourself.·     How faith in others pays off. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands,” songhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/He%27s_Got_the_Whole_World_in_His_Hands NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The best stuff I have are old principles and practices that I've applied to my life.” – Brian Buffini     “For me, when life goes upside down, I turn to my faith in God.” – Brian Buffini     “To believe in a God means to see that the facts of the world are not the end of the matter.” – Ludwig Wittgenstein “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” – Helen Keller “It's important to know who you are; it's important to know what you're not.” – Brian Buffini     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you handle regret properly, it can act as a compass for your life’s direction. In this episode, Brian reflects on his conversation with bestselling author Daniel Pink and shares the lessons he has learned about the phenomenal power of regret.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why we overvalue planning and undervalue doing. ·     Why we're terrible at solving our own problems.·     How regrets clarify what we value. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: https://www.danpink.com/ “The Power of Regret,” by Daniel Pinkhttps://www.amazon.com/Power-Regret-Looking-Backward-Forward/dp/0735210659?crid=1HEQGNZO9TXZN&keywords=the+power+of+regret&qid=1642366152&sprefix=the+power+of+regret+,aps,60&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=danpink.com-recommendedbooks-20&linkId=97b00562d53a9d7e439bb07dab86a079&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl S2E25, The Power of Regret - an Interview with Daniel Pink https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzLzYxYTdiYzRjOTgxZWU4MDAxM2UyMGQ0Mg/episode/NjI0MjE0N2UxYmZiNDEwMDEyNmNhZjI1?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwjQ6KfLo-v2AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQCg&hl=en-IE    NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “By taking, understanding and actually embracing and leaning into our regrets, we can use them to go forward.” – Brian Buffini    “The only way to have no mistakes is to do nothing.” – Brian Buffini    “It’s important to have a plan, but it's also important to act.” – Brian Buffini    “Your principles you lay in ink; your plans you put in pencil.” – Brian Buffini    “Regrets clarify what we value, it means we’re fully alive.” – Brian Buffini    “When we live our life according to our values, that's when we live a life of success.” – Brian Buffini    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 Regret is our most misunderstood emotion, but it can also be the pathway to our best life. In this episode, Brian talks to bestselling author Daniel Pink about his new book, “The Power of Regret,” and discovers how we can use our regrets to make smarter decisions, perform better and deepen our sense of meaning and purpose.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     The effects of counterfactual thinking.    ·     The four core regrets people have.·     The difference between action and inaction regrets.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: https://www.danpink.com/ “The Power of Regret,” by Daniel Pinkhttps://www.amazon.com/Power-Regret-Looking-Backward-Forward/dp/0735210659?crid=1HEQGNZO9TXZN&keywords=the+power+of+regret&qid=1642366152&sprefix=the+power+of+regret+,aps,60&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=danpink.com-recommendedbooks-20&linkId=97b00562d53a9d7e439bb07dab86a079&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl “The Top Five Regrets of the Dying,” by Bronnie Warehttps://www.amazon.com/Top-Five-Regrets-Dying-Transformed/dp/140194065X Episode 273, Chatter: The Voice Inside Our Head - an Interview with Ethan Krosshttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/chatter-the-voice-inside-our-head-an-interview-with-ethan-kross-273/  “Working,” by Studs Terkelhttps://www.amazon.com/Working-People-Talk-About-What-ebook/dp/B006CPAREQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3FOLHSE4TEPSJ&keywords=working+studs+terkel&qid=1648385478&s=books&sprefix=working+studs+%2Cstripbooks%2C490&sr=1-1 “Jerry Maguire,” moviehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116695/ NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Regrets give us a picture of the good life.” – Daniel Pink   “If we treat our regrets properly - not ignoring them, not ruminating on them, but confronting them - the benefits are huge.” – Daniel Pink   “Regret clarifies what we value.” – Daniel Pink   “We overvalue planning and undervalue doing.” – Daniel Pink   “When we think about our regrets, what we have to do is we have to actually reframe the way we think about ourselves.” – Daniel Pink   “Regret is a compass of sorts. It's pointing us directionally to a life well lived.” – Daniel Pink   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Instead of panicking about the effects of inflation, people need to get busy. In part 2 of this episode, Brian explains how you can hedge against inflation and come out on top by investing in your business, yourself and your assets.   YOU WILL LEARN:•How people react to inflation.•The best ways to protect yourself against inflation.  •Some specific investments to make.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Milton Friedman Speaks: Money and Inflation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Inflation is bad. It outstrips everything, it kicks everything further down the road than it should be.” – Brian Buffini  “If you own a business, the number one best piece of advice I have for you is to reinvest in your own business.” – Brian Buffini  “Real estate is inflation's great hedge.” – Brian Buffini  “Investing is laying out money now to get more money back in the future.” – Warren Buffet “Invest in solid companies that pay dividends.” – Brian Buffini   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s a lot of confusion and anxiety about inflation in today’s world. In this episode, the first in a two-part special, Brian takes a deep dive into inflation and explains why we need to cut through the noise and understand the truth about it if we want to live the good life.   YOU WILL LEARN:•The two causes of inflation. •The main phases of inflation.  •The principal consequences of inflation.NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“If you have a 3% hole in a 5-gallon bucket, eventually the bucket is going to be completely empty.” – Brian Buffini  “Most people are not too into economics or economic theory until such time as it starts to affect them personally.” – Brian Buffini  “Since inflation was first recorded, there are only two reasons for inflation: government spending and government monetary policy, which is printing more money.” – Brian Buffini  “Right now, we have too much money chasing too few goods.” – Brian Buffini  “Inflation is when you pay $15 for the $10 haircut you used to get for $5 when you had hair.” – Sam Ewing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

St. Patrick’s Day is not just about parades, green rivers and pints of Guinness. In this episode, Brian teaches what he has learned from his studies of the life and times of Ireland’s patron saint. He details the incredible influence St. Patrick has had around the world and shares the powerful life lessons we can all learn from him.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why your pain can reveal your purpose.·     Why you must always be patient and prepare.·     Why you have to be relentless.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “How the Irish Saved Civilization,” by Thomas Cahill https://www.amazon.com/How-Irish-Saved-Civilization-Irelands/dp/0385418493/ref=sr_1_1?crid=A5AI7FHQARRR&keywords=how+the+irish+saved+civilization&qid=1645979901&s=books&sprefix=how+the+irish+saved+%2Cstripbooks%2C202&sr=1-1 Trinity College Dublinwww.tcd.ie The Book of Kellshttps://www.tcd.ie/visitors/book-of-kells/  INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “St. Patrick transformed Ireland from what it was to what it would become.” – Brian Buffini  “Out of your pain comes your purpose, for all of us in living the good life.” – Brian Buffini “Don't give up. Don't take your eyes off the prize. It's a good life, keep fighting.” – Brian Buffini  “Here’s to a long life and a merry one.” – St. Patrick “So drink your pints and sing your songs, go to your parades and dye your rivers green. But don't forget what St. Patrick’s Day really means.” – Brian Buffini  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lots of money won’t necessarily make you happy – until you add meaning to it. In this episode, Derrick Kinney shares why you should connect your money to a cause or a movement that really means something to you if you want to live a good life full of purpose.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why money is good.·     How to identify good money levers.·     How to develop a generosity purpose.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Good Money Revolution,” by Derek Kinneyhttps://www.amazon.com/Good-Money-Revolution-Make-More/dp/151077291X/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1641233389&sr=8-1 https://www.goodmoneyframework.com/ “Go for It!” by Judy Zerafa “The Purpose Driven Life,” by Rick Warren “The Richest Man in Babylon,” by George S. Clason “Secrets of the Millionaire Mind,” by T. Harv Eker INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If you can help people get what they want in their lives, because not many people do, the unlimited doors of opportunity will soon make their way available to you.” – Derrick Kinney  “Money is good because of the good that you can do with it.” – Derrick Kinney   “I would ask people to ask themselves right now - when you think about helping solve a problem, a pain point in your community, how does it make you feel?” – Derrick Kinney  “Ultimately, it's all about building a sense of community where people feel like they're part of something bigger.” – Derrick Kinney  “Out of your pain often comes your purpose.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The classic Timex wristwatch was famous because it took a licking but kept on ticking. In part 2 of this episode, Brian shares why we too must always persevere, no matter what challenges we encounter in life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     How to keep putting one foot in front of the other.·     Why you should never give up.·     Why it’s vital to keep perspective.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: MasterMind Summithttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/mastermind-summit/ Episode #043, What’s Your Everest?  https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/whats-everest-043/ Episode #164, The Best Interview of my Life with Neil Armstronghttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-best-interview-of-my-life-with-neil-armstrong-164/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Sometimes you’ve got to stop, breathe, rest, recover, but just keep on ticking like a Timex and don't give up.” – Brian Buffini “Keep perspective; things are not as bad as they feel.” – Brian Buffini “Our feelings change like the tides.” – Brian Buffini “Sometimes you're actually winning, but it doesn't feel like it.” – Brian Buffini“Celebrate your wins, no matter how small.” – Brian Buffini “If you don't celebrate the goals you achieve, no matter how small, it actually robs your future of the fuel to achieve the next goal.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The classic Timex was a hugely popular wristwatch because it took a licking and kept on ticking! In this episode, the first in a two-part special, Brian shares why we should embody the same characteristics if we want to live the good life.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why you have to be reliable.·     Why you should provide value.·     Why you must have fun. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Classic Timex commercialhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NHq3Yze6s0 INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Life is good, but life is hard.” – Brian Buffini “We're going to take a licking. There are setbacks, there are disappointments and then we make mistakes. It happens.” – Brian Buffini “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill “Never feel shame for trying and failing, for he who never failed is he who never tried.” – Og Mandino “Setbacks, disappointments, or mistakes and failures we experience ourselves give us greater compassion. It gives us greater empathy; it gives us greater experience.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anxiety is a primal reaction designed to help protect us from danger, but it can go from protecting us to hurting us if we live in it all the time. In this episode, Brian reflects on what he has learned about effectively dealing with anxiety from Dr. John Delony.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     The biggest myths about anxiety.·     Why COVID 19 was the great revealer.·     Why community is so important. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Redefining Anxiety,” by Dr. John Delonyhttps://www.amazon.com/Redefining-Anxiety-What-Isnt-Your/dp/194212144X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3NUQNYG4WBCUB&keywords=redefining+anxiety+john+delony&qid=1645790481&sprefix=delony%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-1 www.johndelony.com “Thrilled to Death,” by Dr. Archibald D. Harthttps://www.amazon.com/Thrilled-Death-Endless-Pursuit-Pleasure/dp/0849918529/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1X0DOMJOT1CY3&keywords=thrilled+to+death&qid=1645881598&sprefix=thrilled+to+death%2Caps%2C674&sr=8-1 S2E15, Save the Drama for Your Mama Part 1https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzLzYxYTdiYzRjOTgxZWU4MDAxM2UyMGQ0Mg/episode/NjIxNDI4OGYzYWExNGEwMDE0M2U0NDJj?hl=en-IE&ved=2ahUKEwj0tonQ4aD2AhV5QUEAHTc6Bb4QjrkEegQIBRAF&ep=6  S2E17 Myths About Anxiety and the Life-Changing Truth - an Interview with Dr. John Delony  “Moonstruck” moviehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093565/  INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The speed of your life can often create a dynamic where, next thing you know, you're dealing with the relentless sense of hurry. And with that it’s very easy for anxiety to creep in.” – Brian Buffini “Everything has a price. Everything comes with a cost.” – Brian Buffini “It's very, very hard to take things off your plate and very easy to put things on.” – Brian Buffini “There is a price to pay when you want to get to the next level. And there's something you’ve got to give up in order to put something else on.” – Brian Buffini“We all need people who can speak into our life.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anxiety is like an alarm – it’s our body’s way of telling us something is wrong. In this episode, Dr. John Delony shares how, instead of allowing anxiety to consume us, we can learn to stop and listen, calm the alarm and move forward into healing and hope.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     The life-changing truth about anxiety.·     Practical steps to take to start getting your life back.·     Long-term strategies for healing. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Redefining Anxiety,” by Dr. John Delonyhttps://www.amazon.com/Redefining-Anxiety-What-Isnt-Your/dp/194212144X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3NUQNYG4WBCUB&keywords=redefining+anxiety+john+delony&qid=1645790481&sprefix=delony%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-1 www.johndelony.com www.ramseysolutions.com INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “All of it starts with the decision that ‘I don't want to live like this anymore.’” – Dr. John Delony “Anxiety becomes an identity for us.” – Dr. John Delony  “You’ve got to take ownership.” – Dr. John Delony “You cannot think your way to better mental health.” – Dr. John Delony  “This is a word that changed it all for me: practice.” – Dr. John Delony  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s melodramatic, click-bait world, judgments are often made instantaneously. In this episode, the second in a two-part special, Brian shares more ways you can eliminate the drama, become less judgemental and live the good life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why we should be slow to judge.·     Why we have to learn to think for ourselves.·     Why we must plug out to plug in. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Psycho-Cybernetics,” by Maxwell Maltzhttps://www.amazon.com/Psycho-Cybernetics-Updated-Expanded-Maxwell-Maltz/dp/0399176136/ref=sr_1_1?crid=YI3NRT3671LF&keywords=maxwell+maltz+psycho-cybernetics+updated+and+expanded&qid=1645615242&sprefix=maxwell+ma%2Caps%2C460&sr=8-1 Episode #061, The Strangest Secret – by Earl Nightingalehttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/strangest-secret-earl-nightingale-061/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Blink, but think.” – Brian Buffini “We have to be a little slower to judge.” – Brian Buffini “Today, what's happening is we react, we don't think. We have to think, and we have to learn to think for ourselves.” – Brian Buffini“When we all think alike, no one thinks very much.” – Albert Einstein “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.” – Mark Twain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For better or worse, drama has become part and parcel of our culture and communication today. In this episode, the first in a two-part special, Brian shares how you can eliminate melodrama, reduce your stress and live the good life.   YOU WILL LEARN:•The four types of drama.•How drama affects your mindset. •Why the whole world can feel like reality TV.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Irish SeanchaiINSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“If you're dealing with drama all the time, you're in a heightened state of fight or flight, you're in a heightened state of anxiety, you're in a heightened state of adrenaline.” – Brian Buffini “What happens is it affects our minds. What happens is it affects our peace of mind. Fear grows, anxiety builds and, next thing you know, we're making poor decisions.” – Brian Buffini“I find television very educating. Every time someone turns on the set, I go into the other room and read a book.” – Groucho Marx“You can avoid reality, but you can’t avoid the outcome of avoiding reality.” – Brian Buffini “It's easy to check out, it's easy to numb out. But the bottom line is we want to be engaged in our life.” – Brian Buffini  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can you win at the highest levels, even when the going gets tough? In this episode, Brian reflects on what he learned about success from Olympian Apolo Ohno and shares how anyone can apply the same principles to really achieve, no matter what.    YOU WILL LEARN:•How to detach and get up on the balcony. •Why you should reward yourself on the process, not the prize. •Why rest and recovery are vital to success.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E13 Unleash Your Inner Olympian – an Interview with Apolo Ohno“The E-Myth Revisited,” by Michael E. GerberMartin Buser, Iditarod Race MasterMind SummitINSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Detach. Get up on the balcony. It's good for business, it's good for life, it's good for everything.” – Brian Buffini “One of the key ingredients to avoid burnout is celebration.” – Brian Buffini “Just like your taste buds can mature, your goals can mature and you become more sophisticated in your approach.” – Brian Buffini“Go hard, rest and recover.” – Brian Buffini  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to have the mindset of an Olympian? In this episode, Brian interviews speed skater Apolo Ohno to find out how we can unlock our inner potential and be inspired to achieve at the highest level, even in challenging and uncertain circumstances. Apolo describes how he developed his talent over time, how he managed his drive so that it didn’t consume him and how he learned to pivot and reinvent himself when he retired.YOU WILL LEARN:When to take the long view and make calculated decisions.Why dedication to preparation and process is the key to success.Why consistency and hard work trump talent. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Zero Regrets,” by Apolo Ohno“Glory Days,” by Bruce SpringsteenBuffini & Company 5 Circle FitINSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Don’t allow one or two negative thoughts to detract away from the way that you communicate and interact with your family, with your loved ones, with your work and with the goals that you set forth on January 1.” – Apolo Ohno“If you’ve been derailed, that’s OK. But you have within your control to get back on the wagon, to reassess the situation and to go on the attack that’s going to best suit what you’re seeking. And unless you do that, and take control, you’re just going to be a passenger in the speeding train versus being the conductor.” – Apolo Ohno“I had the raw talent, but talent alone, unfortunately, is just not enough in the last 5 percent. It is merely just the starting line.” – Apolo Ohno“There’s a competitive inner drive and a fire in all of us. I call it that high-performance mindset. So, when that’s switched on, you are very sharp, you’re very hungry and it’s time to get work done.” – Apolo Ohno“Always continue to learn, and always stay hungry no matter what. We as human beings have the capacity to always grow. And we can change our neural chemistry through that system. We’re understanding how that works now. So, the mindset, to me was always the single greatest tool.” – Apolo Ohno“Hopefully I can help people unlock their own inner potential in a way that they become more confident, more resilient, better relationships with their family, and they’re getting what they believe they both deserve and what they seek.” – Apolo Ohno Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can you stop being stuck and start getting productive? In part two of this interview, productivity expert Rick Pastoor takes a deeper dive into the GRIP method and shares some of the best tools to help you get started, keep moving and get the job done!  YOU WILL LEARN:·     How the 7 Motivators work.·     How to do a Recap Friday.·     How to GRIP your year and your life. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“GRIP: The Art of Working Smart,” by Rick Pastoorhttps://www.amazon.com/Grip-Working-Smart-Getting-Matters/dp/1400233682/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RNWB0E7ST5QE&keywords=rick+pastoor&qid=1644162355&sprefix=rick+pastoor%2Caps%2C216&sr=8-1 “What Matters Most,” by Hyrum W. Smithhttps://www.amazon.com/What-Matters-Most-Living-Values/dp/0684872579/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RDXTNDUETL7I&keywords=what+matters+most%2C+smith&qid=1644338523&sprefix=what+matters+most%2C+smith%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-1 “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hillhttps://www.amazon.com/Think-and-Grow-Rich-Napoleon-Hill-audiobook/dp/B000XJNDVQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1867SO86B69T6&keywords=think+and+grow+rich&qid=1644338611&sprefix=think+and+%2Caps%2C215&sr=8-1   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Work is not a hobby. Work is a profession and we should treat it in that way.” – Rick Pastoor“Sometimes you need a little bit of extra push and you need a toolkit to make sure you get through your day.” – Rick Pastoor   “If you’re disciplined enough to do a small bite every time, over time, all of the things that you touch will be better off.” – Rick Pastoor  “You can really leverage finalizing a task by making sure someone else knows that it's done.” – Rick Pastoor “There's nothing more powerful than ‘let's do this together.’” – Brian Buffini “Build the kinds of systems for yourself that help you become the person that you want to be.” – Rick Pastoor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is your to-do list never-ending, no matter how hard you work? In part one of a two-part episode, Brian talks to productivity expert Rick Pastoor about his new book, “GRIP.” Rick explains how to work smarter, get things done and free up time for what’s really important.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     How the powerful GRIP method works. ·     Why a structured calendar is so vital.   ·     How to find time for creative work.    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“GRIP: The Art of Working Smart,” by Rick Pastoorhttps://www.amazon.com/Grip-Working-Smart-Getting-Matters/dp/1400233682/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RNWB0E7ST5QE&keywords=rick+pastoor&qid=1644162355&sprefix=rick+pastoor%2Caps%2C216&sr=8-1  INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If you want to get paid, stuff needs to be done.” – Rick Pastoor “One of the dynamics for a good life is the chance to be productive.” – Brian Buffini “We let our feelings drive what we do way too much.” – Rick Pastoor “One of the things that's essential and crucial for us to start making decisions is being comfortable with the fact that your time is finite.” – Rick Pastoor “Have your calendar drive the decision-making.” – Rick Pastoor “Make small commitments really small - and then make sure they happen.” – Rick Pastoor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"One word that will change your life" This book and this thought are so compelling, we needed two parts for this interview. In this episode, Brian continues his conversation with Jimmy Page about how the one-word concept can cut through clutter and create the focus you need to drive impact and change. YOU WILL LEARN:•How Brian chose his one word for the year.  •How the word applies to all areas of his life. •How the one-word concept is already transforming him.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E09, One Word to Change Your Life - An Interview with Jimmy Page, Part 1https://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e09-one-word-to-change-your-life-an-interview-with-jimmy-pThe Best Interview of my Life with Neil Armstrong https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-best-interview-of-my-life-with-neil-armstrong-164/“One Word That Will Change Your Life,” by Jon Gordon, Dan Britton and Jimmy Pagehttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FZMSCDU/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0https://unstoppablefreedomalliance.com/https://www.fca.org/INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“All profound truth is always simple. It's just hard to get to simple.” – Brian Buffini “My goal is by the end of 2022 to be a fitter man that I am at the beginning of 2021.” – Brian Buffini “You take the word: those are the glasses you're now wearing.” – Brian Buffini“It doesn't matter where you start, you have opportunity. If you're willing to work hard and be creative and be persistent and tenacious, you have the ability to create the life that you're made to live.” – Jimmy Page“In the freedoms that we enjoy, we all get a chance to go make the world a little bit better.” – Brian Buffini  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can one word change your life? Our next guest Jimmy Page believes it can. Simplicity and focus, leads to clarity and success - Jimmy gives us some powerful truths in part one of our two part interview.YOU WILL LEARN:•How to choose your one word. •Which words can really move the dial.  •Why it’s vital to replace negative habits with positive changes. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“One Word That Will Change Your Life,” by Jon Gordon, Dan Britton and Jimmy Pagehttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FZMSCDU/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0https://unstoppablefreedomalliance.com/https://www.fca.org/www.believebig.orgINSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“We constantly focus on the things that we want to get done and far less on who we want to become.” – Jimmy Page“A life well-lived is a life lived for others.” – Jimmy Page“You go through it to go do it.” – Brian Buffini  “See adversity as something that can be turned into an advantage.” – Jimmy Page “That's the beauty of one word - it creates this positive expectation that life is going to get better.” – Jimmy Page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Throughout the ages, people everywhere have proven that failure is a necessary part of success. In this episode, Brian shares four of the most inspiring comeback stories in the world: Henry Ford, Colonel Sanders, Michael Jordan and J.K. Rowling.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why failure is part of the dynamic of success.·     What all successful people have in common.  ·     Why you should be encouraged to recover from failure. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Last Dance” documentaryhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt8420184/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The good life, like all great books of success, has chapters of failure in it.” – Brian Buffini“Sometimes you need to lose at something to go back into your lane.” – Brian Buffini “I hope, no matter what you're doing today, you won't give up.” – Brian Buffini “I missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I was trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan “It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all – in which case, you fail by default.” – J.K. Rowling “Failure is part of the dynamic of success. It's actually an ingredient in the soup. It's what makes the soup so tasty. That's what makes life so good.”  – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Failure is never fun, but it is an essential prerequisite for success. In this episode, Brian explains why failure is an inescapable part of life and teaches how you can recover from it to come back better than ever.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why failure stinks.·     How successful people handle failure.·     How to be the comeback kid. INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“I believe the good life is not so much a destination, but the journey to get there.” – Brian Buffini “A failure is like fertilizer. It stinks to be sure, but it makes things grow faster in the future.” – Denis Waitley “The key ingredient for growth is humility.” – Brian Buffini “The bottom line is we have to have optimism rooted in realism. And the realism is that, in every book of success, there are chapters of failure.” – Brian Buffini “You can be a great comeback story; your best days are still yet to happen.” – Brian Buffini “Your comeback story can be the inspiration to others.” – Brian Buffini “The pursuit of happiness is the happiness itself.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian recently interviewed Dave Ramsey about his quest to help people take control of their finances, increase their prosperity and improve their lives. In this episode, Brian reflects on the key lessons he’s learned from the bestselling author and host of The Ramsey Show.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why the fundamentals still work.·     What drives Dave’s success.·     How your finances should serve you in today’s world. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Ramsey Solutionshttps://www.ramseysolutions.com/ “Baby Steps Millionaires,” by Dave Ramseyhttps://www.ramseysolutions.com/store/books/baby-steps-millionaires-by-dave-ramsey?int_cmpgn=Baby_Steps_Millionaires_Launch&int_dept=pub_bu&int_lctn=Homepage-Top_Skinny_Banner&int_fmt=text&int_dscpn=HP_Top_Skinny_Banner_BSMPreorderEndsSoon_010622&campaign_id=&lead_source=Other S2E05, How to be Good with Money – an Interview with Dave Ramseyhttps://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e05-how-to-be-good-with-money-an-interview-with-dave-ramse S2E03, It’s a Good Lifehttps://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e03-its-a-good-life   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If you remember where you come from, it gives you compassion and empathy for those who are in that spot today.” – Brian Buffini “The fundamentals are the fundamentals for a reason.” – Brian Buffini “If I can't understand it and explain it to a friend in 90 seconds, I sure as hell am not going to invest my life savings into it.” – Brian Buffini “Beware of the guy with the holes in his shoes who's offering you financial advice.” – Brian Buffini “Good things come out of very difficult circumstances.” – Brian Buffini “That which is quickly and rapidly built is quickly and rapidly torn down. When you build your financial fortune over time, it will not come down in a short amount of time.” – Brian Buffini “Being rich is a hell of a lot more than what's in your bank account. It's how you carry yourself. It's how you think, it's how you process, it's how you make decisions.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Ramsey has been helping people to take control of money, build wealth and enhance their lives for over three decades. In this episode, Brian interviews the bestselling author and host of The Ramsey Show about his new book, “Baby Steps Millionaires.” Dave shares why, despite a pessimistic cultural narrative, anyone can become a millionaire if they take the right steps.      YOU WILL LEARN:·     The reason he felt compelled to write the book.·     The steps to take to become a millionaire.·     The investments he personally recommends.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Ramsey Solutionshttps://www.ramseysolutions.com/ “The Total Money Makeover,” by Dave Ramseyhttps://www.ramseysolutions.com/store/books/the-total-money-makeover-by-dave-ramsey?int_cmpgn=no_campaign&int_dept=store_bu&int_lctn=Homepage-Products-Products-3&int_fmt=text&int_dscpn=Store_Carousel_the-total-money-makeover-by-dave-ramsey “Baby Steps Millionaires,” by Dave Ramseyhttps://www.ramseysolutions.com/store/books/baby-steps-millionaires-by-dave-ramsey?int_cmpgn=Baby_Steps_Millionaires_Launch&int_dept=pub_bu&int_lctn=Homepage-Top_Skinny_Banner&int_fmt=text&int_dscpn=HP_Top_Skinny_Banner_BSMPreorderEndsSoon_010622&campaign_id=&lead_source=Other  INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If you help enough people, you don't have to worry about money.” – Dave Ramsey “I started out because I want to get people out of debt so that they can become wealthy, so that they can change their family tree, so that they can be outrageously generous.” – Dave Ramsey “If you're driven by one of two things you're going to make mistakes: greed or fear.” – Dave Ramsey   “You don't get a pass on math based on where you live; you still have to be able to afford the payment.” – Dave Ramsey “Get in the housing game but do it with wisdom and do it with a pace that makes sense. Calm down.” – Dave Ramsey “This existential crisis that is happening in people's spirits is causing a whole bunch of folks in America, regardless of their age, to do some really dumb things that's going to cost them and set them back a decade.” – Dave Ramsey  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To really succeed in this life, we must break free of our constant need to conform. In this episode, Brian introduces the fifth in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightingale. Earl explores what motivates us to live the way we do and explains how our choice of environment has a powerful impact on the success we experience.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why people conform to their environment.·     How to break through that conformity.·     Why a clear direction and worthwhile purpose are vital to success.     MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 61, The Strangest Secret – by Earl Nightingalehttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/strangest-secret-earl-nightingale-061/ Episode 287, A Worthy Ideal – by Earl Nightingalehttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/a-worthy-ideal-by-earl-nightingale-287/ Episode 298, The Miracle of Your Mind – by Earl Nightingalehttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-miracle-of-your-mind-by-earl-nightingale-298/ Episode 302, Cause and Effect – by Earl Nightingalehttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/cause-and-effect-by-earl-nightingale-302/ Episode 306, Truth and Honesty – by Earl Nightingalehttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/truth-and-honesty-by-earl-nightingale-306/   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“I believe the overriding force which motivates us as individuals is the thing I call choice of environment.” – Earl Nightingale “Motivation to my mind is closely linked to environment. Our reaction to environment can be said to be the tendency to act, think and talk like the people by whom we're surrounded.” – Earl Nightingale “People are not broke at 65 because they've been denied the opportunity to achieve financial independence, but rather because they've conformed to a group which does not stress its importance. They have conformed to their environment.” – Earl Nightingale “Although there's no such thing as an average man, the trouble seems to be that we act as though we're average.” – Earl Nightingale “We must look at ourselves objectively for what we really are: distinct individuals with unlimited opportunity for development in the free world.” – Earl Nightingale “With a purpose, a goal, a man will frequently do more and travel farther in a year than he might otherwise in a lifetime without one.” – Earl Nightingale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It isn’t always easy to see the good in life, but it is always there. In this episode, Brian explains why challenging and difficult experiences can turn out for the best and shares purposeful and practical ways to live the good life you were created for.   YOU WILL LEARN:•Why life doesn't always feel good. •How the major setbacks Brian suffered benefited him.  •How to put more of the good back in your life.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:www.itsagoodlife.comINSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“We were created for a good life. We were designed for it. We were built for it.” – Brian Buffini “Inside the infinite love of God there’s a place for suffering.” – Fr. Thomas Keating“God works all things together for good.” – Romans 8:28“When you’re focusing on what’s not right, it’s all you get; that’s all you are.” – Brian Buffini“Every book of success has chapters of failure.” – Brian Buffini“Better days are ahead. There is hope for the future.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During the challenges of COVID, many people got off track and drifted into bad habits. In this episode, Brian shares some of his own personal experiences and teaches how he has worked to build upon his good habits and reduce or eradicate those that needed to be eliminated.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Bad habits he developed.  ·     Good habits he formed.·     5 circle habits he recommends.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Boundaries,” by Henry Cloudhttps://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Updated-Expanded-When-Control/dp/0310351804/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SAVWJOSV57X6&keywords=boundaries&qid=1641209647&sprefix=boundaries%2Caps%2C561&sr=8-1 “The Book of Awesome,” by Neal Pasricha  https://www.amazon.com/Book-Awesome/dp/0425238903/ref=sr_1_2?crid=6V8CZDEK5S5L&keywords=the+book+of+awesome&qid=1641209710&sprefix=the+book+of+awesome%2Caps%2C177&sr=8-2 The Peak Experiencehttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/peak-experience/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “To start a good habit, you actually have to introduce it to your conscious mind and do it so consistently that it then becomes formed in your unconscious mind.” – Brian Buffini“High-performance behaviors have periods of drift and periods of setback.” – Brian Buffini “We drift into bad habits. And then we just do them again and again.” – Brian Buffini“There's a difference between solitude and isolation. One is connected and one isn't. Solitude replenishes, but isolation diminishes.” – Brian Buffini “It's important that we stay connected to people.” – Brian Buffini “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” – Aristotle  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the past 12 months, the global pandemic has continued to present ongoing challenges. As a result, many people have drifted off-course with their goals or simply become a little too comfortable where they’re at. In this episode, the first in the brand-new It’s a Good Life podcast, Brian explains why now is the perfect time to refocus and re-establish good habits not only for a good year, but for a good life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why there can be too much comfort in your comfort zone.·     Why it's time to reflect.·     How good goals lead to a good year.INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“A life full of comfort is not a good life.” – Brian Buffini  “A comfort zone is meant to rest and recover and to be of comfort. It's not meant to be a permanent state.” – Brian Buffini “People do better together.” – Brian Buffini “To be in hell is to drift; to be in heaven is to steer.” – George Bernard Shaw “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle “If you want to have a good year, you’ve got to steer this year. And the first thing you’ve got to steer is your own habits, your own life, your own patterns.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“No matter what age somebody is, we all have an opportunity to grow up.” – Brian BuffiniIf you really want to succeed in life, you need to have emotional maturity. In this episode, Brian explains why being able to effectively manage your emotions and take full responsibility for your actions is vital for successful leadership in work, family and community. YOU WILL LEARN:•How to spot the signs of emotional immaturity.•How to recognize that growth is taking place. •How to develop emotionally at any age.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Episode 166, Discipline Equals Freedom with Jocko Willink https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/discipline-equals-freedom-with-jocko-willink-166/“Mindset,” by Carol S. Dweckhttps://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OQP1LCGX3TN8&keywords=mindset+carol+s.+dweck&qid=1639578405&sprefix=mindset%2Caps%2C574&sr=8-1INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“You will never grow in the area that you're trying to if you blame other people.” – Brian Buffini“There is only one way to avoid criticism. Do nothing, say nothing and be nothing.” – Aristotle “If we’re not a little bit uncomfortable every day, we’re not growing. All the good stuff isoutside our comfort zone.” – Jack Canfield “If you're a growth person, you have to be open to hearing what your blind spots are and not be insecure about it.” – Brian Buffini “We all have gaps. That's why people need people; we need help.” – Brian Buffini  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Your bucket list is a holistic reflection of all the things that are going to bring you joy and happiness.” – Ben NemtinHaving a bucket list is a really powerful way to help you realize your dreams. In this episode, Brian interviews Ben Nemtin, star of MTV’s The Buried Life and co-founder of The Buried Life movement. Ben shares how after he struggled with depression growing up and was forced to drop out of college, he created the world’s greatest bucket list with his three childhood friends. As they searched for more purpose in life, they managed to achieve the unthinkable and, every time they accomplished a dream, they helped a complete stranger to cross something off their list too.YOU WILL LEARN:•What inspired Ben to start his quest. •His greatest bucket-list achievements.•Why he wants to destigmatize the conversation about mental health. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:www.bennemtin.com“What Do You Want to Do Before You Die?” by Ben Nemtin, et al  https://www.amazon.com/What-You-Want-Before-Die/dp/1579658784/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11LUZBJZ4PLAE&keywords=what+do+you+want+to+do+before+you+die&qid=1639486404&sprefix=what+do+you+want+%2Caps%2C603&sr=8-1The Buried Life, TV serieshttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt1151910/“The Buried Life,” a poem by Matthew Arnoldhttps://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43585/the-buried-life“How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegiehttps://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1Z4603IHKOLEG&keywords=how+to+win+friends+and+influence+people+dale+carnegie&qid=1639490598&sprefix=how+to+%2Caps%2C282&sr=8-1INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“The only way that we cross things off our list is through the help of other people.” – Ben Nemtin “I think purpose is one of those things that brings you that sense of well-being. And that's really what a bucket list is, it’s all the things that are going to bring you that sense of purpose.” – Ben Nemtin “A bucket list is bringing you back to your true self when everything else is pulling you away from that in life. And you just need reminders and devices to bring you back to those things that are truly going to bring you joy and happiness.” – Ben Nemtin“Surround yourself with people that inspire you.” – Ben Nemtin“I think that the good life is being authentic and honest with who you are and what you want and following that, even when it's hard. And serving others so that they can they can live their good life as well.” – Ben Nemtin  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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“Truth and honesty are the words for success.” – Earl Nightingale The seed for all improvement in life is truth and honesty. In this episode, Brian introduces the fourth in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightingale. Earl explains why, if we want to successfully reach our goals, we must be truthful with ourselves and take responsibility for making the best use of our minds, abilities, unique talents and time. YOU WILL LEARN: Why inner truth is the key to success. How the law of cause and effect operates. How to live an abundant good life. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 61, The Strangest Secret – by Earl Nightingale https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/strangest-secret-earl-nightingale-061/ Episode 287, A Worthy Ideal – by Earl Nightingale https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/a-worthy-ideal-by-earl-nightingale-287/ Episode 298, The Miracle of Your Mind – by Earl Nightingale https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-miracle-of-your-mind-by-earl-nightingale-298/ Episode 302, Cause and Effect – by Earl Nightingale https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/cause-and-effect-by-earl-nightingale-302/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If we make good use of our minds, abilities and talents, this will become apparent in our outer lives. If we make the best use of our time, this too will give us a great advantage.” – Earl Nightingale “Honesty is good business.” – Earl Nightingale “The greatest joy a human being can know is the joy of accomplishment. Think how really great this joy becomes when we're making full use of our minds, our talents, and our abilities.” – Earl Nightingale “Why wait to say ‘I wish I could do it all over again.’ Why not do it right the first time, for there may be no second chance.” – Earl Nightingale “Do your work. Not just your work and no more, but a little more for the lavishing’s sake, that little more which is worth all the rest. And if you suffer, as you must, and if you doubt, as you must, do your work. Put your heart into it and the sky will clear and then out of your very doubt and suffering will be found the supreme joy of life.” – Dean Briggs https://www.TheBrianBuffiniShow.com http://www.brianbuffini.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Theme Music: “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“One of the main things we need as leaders is the ability to learn and grow.” – Dermot Buffini There are many elements to really effective leadership. In this episode, a live recording from Peak Experience, Buffini & Company CEO Dermot Buffini shares what he’s learned about being a leader throughout his career. Reflecting on Barry Gordy’s Motown model for success, he teaches how you can lead yourself, your family, your team and your customers to phenomenal success. YOU WILL LEARN: How to do a leadership self-assessment. How to develop and lead your team. How to create a winning system. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 281, Making Your Business and Life a Hit https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/making-your-business-and-life-a-hit-281/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You’ve got to be a great me before we can be a great we.” – Dermot Buffini “You’ve got to identify who the others are in your life that you're going to pour your time into.” – Dermot Buffini “Do not leave any talent on the table. You need to develop it for yourself because you're being an example.” – Dermot Buffini “I'm responsible for all things. That's my mindset.” – Dermot Buffini “You have to define what winning looks like for you.” – Dermot Buffini https://www.TheBrianBuffiniShow.com http://www.brianbuffini.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Theme Music: “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“If you are experiencing fear, it means you're human. But we need to make sure it doesn't control us.” – Brian Buffini Everyone experiences fear in life, but it’s meant to be a passing emotion of fight or flight, not a constant state of high anxiety. In this episode, Brian teaches why people are more fearful than ever before, why fear isn’t always a bad thing and how you can deal with fear so that it doesn’t consume or paralyze you but helps you to grow and achieve. YOU WILL LEARN: Why fear is crippling. Why love conquers fear. How to be unafraid. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 299, The Stories We Tell Ourselves https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-stories-we-tell-ourselves-299/ “News of the World,” movie https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6878306/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When we are in a constant state of fear, whether we realize it or not, we are burning ourselves out and frying our circuits.” – Brian Buffini “If the crowd is running in fear, let me say that contagion is like a forest fire and it's only going to burn something down. So, you’ve got to sail your own ship at that time.” – Brian Buffini “Fear has two meanings. Forget Everything And Run or Face Everything And Rise. The choice is yours.” – Zig Ziglar “The anticipatory fear of pursuing a goal or a dream - that's the kind of fear that I want to embrace.” – Brian Buffini “Focus on who you love when you're feeling fear. Focus on what you love when you're feeling fear. Focus on who you're loved by when you're feeling fear.” – Brian Buffini https://www.TheBrianBuffiniShow.com http://www.brianbuffini.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Theme Music: “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Your purpose is to use what you do best – talent – to do work you love – passion – to produce results that matter to you – mission.” – Ken Coleman Many people feel frustrated and stuck at work, but they don’t know how to make a change or find their dream job. In this episode, Brian interviews Ken Coleman about his new book, “From Paycheck to Purpose.” Ken shares the steps anyone can take to find a career they love, do work they were uniquely created for and discover their true purpose in life. YOU WILL LEARN: Why the work we do is deeply connected to our purpose. Why so many people get trapped in an unfulfilling career. The 7 stages to discovering and doing meaningful work. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Ken Coleman Show https://www.ramseysolutions.com/shows/the-ken-coleman-show “From Paycheck to Purpose,” by Ken Coleman https://www.ramseysolutions.com/store/books/from-paycheck-to-purpose-by-ken-coleman Episode 113, The Power of One Question – an Interview with Ken Coleman https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-power-of-one-question-an-interview-with-ken-coleman-113/ Episode 154, The Proximity Principle with Ken Coleman https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-proximity-principle-with-ken-coleman-154/ Episode 289, The Blessing of Work https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-blessing-of-work-289/ Buffini & Company Mastermind Summit https://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/mastermind-summit/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There are really two elements of work - provision, and contribution. And when you only work for provision, there's a huge part of who you are that has never been engaged.” – Ken Coleman “We are souls and we are created to contribute. And if you don't contribute something that matters to you, then there's something missing.” – Ken Coleman “Clarity leads to confidence. And confidence leads to courage.” – Ken Coleman “To experience something of significance, it is only significant because of the difficulty of the journey.” – Ken Coleman “Ultimately how we move up in life is by improving who we are, and thus maximizing our contribution.” – Ken Coleman https://www.TheBrianBuffiniShow.com http://www.brianbuffini.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Theme Music: “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Don't sit in front of the cold stove and ask for heat, for you can sit there until you freeze to death. Pile in the wood. Serve first and the heat will come as a result.” – Earl Nightingale The rewards we receive in life are always in exact proportion to our service. In this episode, Brian introduces the third in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightingale. Earl teaches the rule of cause and effect and explains why what we put out into the world is what we get back in return. YOU WILL LEARN: Why increasing your service increases your rewards. How rewards come in two forms. Why you should work to become great where you are. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 61, The Strangest Secret – by Earl Nightingale https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/strangest-secret-earl-nightingale-061/ Episode 287, A Worthy Ideal – by Earl Nightingale https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/a-worthy-ideal-by-earl-nightingale-287/ Episode 298, The Miracle of Your Mind – by Earl Nightingale https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-miracle-of-your-mind-by-earl-nightingale-298/ “On Vital Reserves,” by William James https://www.amazon.com/Vital-Reserves-Energies-Relaxation-Scholars/dp/129494777X INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Determine what it is you want. Look objectively at the place in which you now find yourself and determine ways of increasing your service so that you will earn the rewards you seek.” – Earl Nightingale “Our fulfillment as individuals depends upon our reaction to what we've been given.” – Earl Nightingale “Each morning and during the day ask yourself this question: How can I increase my service today knowing that my rewards in life must be in exact proportion to my service? Do this every day for 30 full days and you will have formed one of the most valuable habits in the world.” – Earl Nightingale “If you're worried about your income or your future, you're concentrating on the wrong end of the scale. Look at the other end. Concern yourself only with increasing your service, with becoming great where you are, and your income and your future will take care of themselves.” – Earl Nightingale “Next time you're off by yourself in a quiet place, contemplate your plot of ground and begin now to sow the seeds which will yield you a rich harvest.” – Earl Nightingale https://www.TheBrianBuffiniShow.com http://www.brianbuffini.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Theme Music: “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.