The Brian Buffini Show

Continuous innovation is vital to successful entrepreneurship. In this episode, Brian outlines an innovation formula that will help a business to stay fresh, offer the market something new and keep its customers happy and engaged.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why ‘shiny object syndrome’ can be so damaging.·     Why it’s crucial to innovate on the fundamentals.   ·     Why synergy, creativity and feedback are vital to true innovation.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Sacred Cows Make the Best Burgers,” by Robert Kriegel NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Innovation is at the crux and the core of all successful business ventures, all entrepreneurs.” – Brian Buffini “One of the biggest elements of coaching is to help people push through the dog days, when they don't feel like they're making progress.” – Brian Buffini “There are many businesses and lives that are unfinished projects because people constantly get connected to ‘shiny object syndrome.’” – Brian Buffini “Finishing is one of the key ingredients to innovation.” – Brian Buffini “Sometimes, the fundamentals need to be enhanced and raised to a new level.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The best leaders leverage both their own and their team’s natural strengths. In this episode, the second part of a live recording from The Peak Experience, the panel discusses how leaders can recognize, honor and manage a team’s unique gifts and abilities to help everyone win.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why we must embrace our strengths.·     How pain can fuel purpose. ·     How the pandemic deeply affected people.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The Peak ExperienceMasterMind REALStrengths “Cool Hand Luke” NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When we can embrace the strengths – truly who we were created to be – that's where the hope comes.” – Rachael Yeaman “It's your job as the leader to put the framework together to say, ‘this is in our best interests - because I'm going to help you win.’” – Dermot Buffini “When abilities get cornered, they come to life – like a reflex.” – Kevin Buffini “Right before a breakthrough, you'll have a near breakdown.” – Dermot Buffini “We can only connect with other people as deeply and as richly as we are connected to ourselves.” – Rachael Yeaman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all have God-given gifts and abilities. When leveraged, these benefit us but, when mismanaged, they hinder us. In this episode, part of a live recording from The Peak Experience, REALStrengths expert Kevin Buffini profiles the lead character from the movie “Cool Hand Luke” and explains why failing to manage your unique strengths is so problematic.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     How a Free Spirit thinks.·     Why an Olympian is driven by challenge. ·     Why a Justice fights for the underdog. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Peak Experience REALStrengths “Cool Hand Luke” NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When you don't manage your profile, it will get the best of you.” – Brian Buffini “We have one set of lessons that are blessings, and one set of lessons that are curses.” – Brian Buffini “Any one of those abilities when not managed can be extremely self-destructive.” – Kevin Buffini “It's always important that we're fueled by our abilities, never ruled by them.” – Kevin Buffini “Every ability has a disability. Every trait has its traitor. Every light side has its dark side.” – Kevin Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For a team to win, members have to buy in, weigh in and then move forward on a shared vision. In this episode, Brian explains his decades-old winning formula for prime collaboration and shares why this strategy has proven so powerful for building successful organizations.     YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why people need to feel heard.·     How to structure a magic meeting.·     How to implement people’s ideas. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Team Leader Conference “Death by Meeting,” by Pat Lencioni S1E015, An Interview with the Man on the Moon S1E156, Getting Things Done with David Allen NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “People need to feel a sense of meaning and movement with the things they've proposed.” – Brian Buffini “If people don't feel heard - if you just talk at and over people - it breaks down relationships and it breaks down trust.” – Brian Buffini “What you're really trying to do is create some kind of synergistic process where you're co- creating.” – Brian Buffini “It's very important as a group that you affirm what's working well.” – Brian Buffini “People love to come to work or be in an organization or on a team where they see progress being made.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If success was a cocktail, it would be made with very specific ingredients. In this episode, Brian shares his secret recipe for successful thinking and reveals why some people achieve success while others don’t.     YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why some people fail.   ·     Why some people succeed.·     Why it’s never too late to prevail. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Browns RestaurantMasterMind Summit NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Hope exists for everybody. It doesn't matter what age you are or where you are in your life, you can always turn things around, you can always succeed and you can always prevail at any age.” – Brian Buffini “Failure is an event, it's not a person. However, many people are cloaked in failure, and they have patterns of failure and they're drinking the cocktail of failure every day.” – Brian Buffini “Humble pie is the pastry that’s never tasty.” – Brian Buffini “When you get humbled, you have a decision to make: you either get bitter or better.” – Brian Buffini “When life's upside down, that's not the time to panic, that's the time to grow.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In trying to grow and work together, teams can face many pitfalls that lead to conflict and failure. In the second part of this episode, author and speaker Pat Lencioni outlines more common dysfunctions that can hinder a team and shares how they can be remedied.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why accountability is vital.·     Why inattention to results is so harmful.·     What the good life means to him. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:https://www.tablegroup.com/pat/“The Five Dysfunctions of a Team,” by Pat Lencioni  “Boundaries,” by Henry Cloud S1E015, An Interview with the Man on the Moon “Searching for and Maintaining Peace,” by Father Jacques Philippe “Brother Odd,” by Dean Koontz“The Passion of the Christ” “It’s a Wonderful Life”  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When it comes to accountability on a team, peer pressure is the best thing.” – Pat Lencioni“The leader needs to be the ultimate source of accountability, but not the primary source.” – Pat Lencioni “Accountability is an act of love.” – Pat Lencioni “You can't stay focused on the collective results of the team if you're not holding each other accountable for what's necessary.” – Pat Lencioni “The good life is about having peace, no matter the circumstance.” – Pat Lencioni Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even the best teams can struggle sometimes. In this episode, author and speaker Pat Lencioni outlines some of the dysfunctions that can hinder a team and teaches how to overcome these to build an effective and cohesive unit.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why trust is so important.  ·     Why conflict is necessary.·     How to ensure commitment. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:https://www.tablegroup.com/pat/“The Five Dysfunctions of a Team,” by Pat Lencioni   “Death by Meeting,” by Pat LencioniTeam Leader ConferenceS2E43, The Coming Recession “Cool Hand Luke” “The Office” NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “What we assume is what’s important.” – Pat Lencioni “We need one another. God didn't design any of us to have everything we need.” – Pat Lencioni “When you have a diversity of skill sets and gifts on a team, and you appreciate those, it changes everything.” – Pat Lencioni “Conflict, when there is trust, is nothing but the pursuit of truth. It's the pursuit of the best answer.” – Pat Lencioni “Commitment requires conflict. If you're trying to make a decision as a team, the people on the team are not going to buy in if they didn't weigh in.” – Pat Lencioni Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Verstegen is one of the top performance coaches in the world. In this episode, Brian reflects on what Mark taught him about becoming great in work, in sport and in life.   YOU WILL LEARN:The 4 pillars of top performance.The changes Brian has recently made to his nutrition and wellness.The importance of continuous improvement.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: teamexos.comS2E61 Higher Performance - an Interview with Mark Verstegen S2E55, Breaking the Ice - an Interview with Wim Hof NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “In order of priority of what you needed to work on, the very first thing was the mindset.” – Brian Buffini “Everybody has a set of particular gifts they've been given, unique to them. And then everybody has a specific calling on their life for a particular purpose.” – Brian Buffini “Have a game plan for using your gifts and talents.” – Brian Buffini “There's no improvement that's too small. Any kind of improvement that's continuous ultimately leads to massive improvements.” – Brian Buffini “Nothing tastes as good as feeling good.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No-one is average – everyone is uniquely capable of being world-class in their own space. In this episode, EXOS founder Mark Verstegen outlines the four pillars of performance and teaches strategies to help you become great at work, in sport and in life.   YOU WILL LEARN:Why good nutrition is so important.What quality movement means.Why recovery strategies are key to success. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: teamexos.com “Where the Red Fern Grows,” by Wilson Rawls Braveheart Gladiator Top Gun NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There is no ‘just’ or ‘average’ anyone. It’s igniting the hero, it's igniting the superpower that you are born with. And we have to help you find that.” – Mark Verstegen “Fuel is critical. Keep it super simple.” – Mark Verstegen “Movement should just be part of your daily life.” – Mark Verstegen “Set intent first thing in the morning.” – Mark Verstegen “Focus on simple things done savagely well.” – Mark Verstegen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s changing world, you need to have a cool hand and a cool head if you want to succeed. In this episode, a live recording from Peak Experience, Brian shares some of the powerful lessons that the movie “Cool Hand Luke” taught him about success and living the good life.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why you need to be relentless.·     Why you shouldn’t conform.    ·     Why goal-setting is crucial to success.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Cool Hand Luke” Newman's Own Hole in the Wall Gang The Peak Experience MasterMind Summit  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “We need to be relentless in pursuing the good life.” – Brian Buffini “Success does not come with conformity; the good life does not come with conformity.” – Brian Buffini “When you set a goal, some of your goals should be kind of crazy. They should scare you.” – Brian Buffini “Your charisma can fuel people.” – Brian Buffini“The good life is a choice.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s hectic world, many people feel stressed, exhausted and out of alignment. In this episode, a live recording from Peak Experience, Brian teaches how to re-evaluate where you are, become the best version of yourself and get to where you want to go.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     How burnout affected him.·     Why you must identify your priorities.   ·     Why calendar control is key to success. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The Peak Experience MasterMind Summit NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “We want to be at peace. We want to be loved. We want to be happy. We want to be healthy. We want to be wealthy. But it's in that order.” – Brian Buffini “You've got to lead from your values; you've got to lead from what's important to you upfront.” – Brian Buffini “You create the margin, then you can win.”– Brian Buffini “The first step in crafting the life you want is to get rid of everything you don't.” – Brian Buffini “Don't try to add more years to your life. Better add more life to your years.” – Blaise Pascal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s increasingly disconnected world, networking is more important than ever before. In this episode, Jordan Harbinger teaches how to build the right habits to connect, reconnect and manage relationships to succeed at the highest levels.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why he transitioned from Wall Street lawyer to podcaster.  ·     How to start networking effectively.·     How to access his 6-minute networking course. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E57 Simple Hacks for Humans – an Interview with Jordan Harbinger Part 1Jordan Harbinger The Jordan Harbinger Show jordanharbinger.com/course “Dig Your Well Before You’re Thirsty,” by Harvey Mackay “Extreme Ownership,” by Jocko Willink Swing Kids NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You always want to dig the well before you get thirsty.” – Jordan Harbinger “If you're reaching out to one person every day and keeping the ball rolling on 365 relationships every year, there's going to be opportunity that comes from that; there's going to be a lot of social support that comes from that.” – Jordan Harbinger “If you can, provide value. Give, give and give.” – Brian Buffini “You’ve got to get out and pursue what it is you're supposed to be doing.” – Brian Buffini “Networking is the key to the kingdom and, in today's world, it's more important than ever before.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jordan Harbinger is known as “the Larry King of podcasting.” In this episode, Brian learns how this inquisitive kid who was fascinated by the internet at an early age became one of the top podcasters in the country and an expert in communications and social dynamics.     YOU WILL LEARN:·     How his curious childhood shaped him.·     How his interest in the Internet developed.·     How he came to work for the FBI. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Jordan Harbinger The Jordan Harbinger Show Catch Me If You Can NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The things I talk about now on the The Jordan Harbinger Show and the interviews I do really is me still in kid mode.” – Jordan Harbinger “The more I can access my ‘curious kid’ mode, the better my show is on that day.” – Jordan Harbinger “In the era of ‘nose in the phone,’ curiosity disappears.” – Brian Buffini “Since we don't give our minds time to wander, our brains don't do the things they used to do when they were in maintenance mode.” – Jordan Harbinger “Our brains do things when we are not actively shoveling information into them that makes memories easier to access; that makes connections between things.” – Jordan Harbinger Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Wim Hof Method is designed to keep your body and mind in its optimal natural state. In this episode, Brian reflects on his interview with the extreme athlete and global health leader and speaks to show producer Danny Iverson about the many scientifically-proven benefits of this practice.     YOU WILL LEARN:·     The Wim Hof deep breathing technique.  ·     How to habit-stack the method into your daily life.·     Why good health is vital to entrepreneurs. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E55, Breaking the Ice - an Interview with Wim HofWim Hof Method Wim Hof Method App The Tim Ferriss Show NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Techniques are sometimes very important to support what we're trying to do with our mindset; what we're trying to do with our applications.” – Brian Buffini “Sometimes you’ve got to hurt enough to change.” – Brian Buffini “It's easy to take a habit that you've already formed and then add 15 seconds to it.” – Danny Iverson “Neurologically, we get used to coping with where we are – the comfort zone can be uncomfortable.” – Brian Buffini “I believe the good life requires good health.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wim Hof is known as “The Iceman” for his record-breaking physical feats, such as spending hours in freezing water and running barefoot marathons in ice fields. In this episode, the extreme athlete and global health leader explains how his simple, accessible and science-backed method for activating full potential can keep your body and mind in its optimal natural state.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     The health benefits of taking a cold shower.·     The advantages of deep breathing exercises.  ·     Brian’s personal experiences with the method.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Wim Hof Method Wim Hof Method App “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance,” by Robert M. Pirsig “The Lord of the Rings,” movie “Deliverance,” movie  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Cold water brings you to the depth of your brain and body.” – Wim Hof “If you cleanse yourself every day with a good cold shower, you train the cardiovascular system to the best.” – Wim Hof“The cold has so many benefits.” – Wim Hof “I've been showing fundamental shifts in medical understanding and physiology of what we as humans, naturally and willfully, can do within our minds and body.” – Wim Hof “It is love that drives me.” – Wim Hof Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you have gaps in your communication skills, your connection to other people is impacted. In this episode, Brian reflects on his interview with author Vanessa Van Edwards and reveals how refining and developing the social cues you send to others can help you to improve your relationships, become a charismatic communicator and achieve more success.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why warmth and competence build trust.·     How to find your own flavor of charisma.·     Why naming a negative cue can deactivate it.     MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Science of People “Cues,” by Vanessa Van Edwards Buffini & Company REALStrengths MasterMind Summit NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The ability to be able to use simple words or simple communication techniques to explain abstract concepts and make them concrete is what makes somebody brilliant.” – Brian Buffini “People just don't realize that their face sometimes does not communicate what their inner feelings are.” – Brian Buffini “You’ve got to watch your own cues so you're not off-putting and making people feel awkward. And then you have to ultimately realize their cues so you can connect and relate.” – Brian Buffini “It's really about how do you connect with people and how do you put yourself in the best position possible to do that.” – Brian Buffini “Something that's a weakness can become your greatest strength if you develop the skill.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In every interaction we have with others, we constantly send tiny social signals. If we learn to control and leverage these cues, our personal and professional relationships can be hugely improved. In this episode, Vanessa Van Edwards reveals the secret language of charismatic communication and teaches how making simple adjustments to the signals we send can lead to phenomenal success.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     How to be aware of the cues you send.·     How to convey warmth and confidence in every interaction.·     The 3 rules for practicing cues.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Science of People “Cues,” by Vanessa Van Edwards “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” by Stephen R. Covey “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “Babies” movie NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Anyone can learn to be charismatic.” – Vanessa Van Edwards “If we learn how to send the right signals, we teach the world how we want to be treated.” – Vanessa Van Edwards “We need to be charismatic now more than ever because we're so burnt out with communication.” – Vanessa Van Edwards “Highly charismatic people cue warmth and competence, and infect warmth and competence.” – Vanessa Van Edwards “Competence without warmth, or competence without character, leaves people feeling suspicious.” – Vanessa Van Edwards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A recession is coming and the market is changing, but there’s no need to panic if you make the right preparations. In part two of this special episode, Brian teaches how real estate professionals can fuel their business and emerge stronger than ever from challenging economic times.  YOU WILL LEARN:The fab four principles of recession busting.   The best way to communicate with customers right now. The importance of expert and accurate marketplace data. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E51, Brian Buffini’s Bold Predictions: 2022 Mid-year Update Part 1 The National Association of REALTORS® Buffini & Company Real Estate Report S2E44, How to Recession Proof Your Business S2E43, The Coming Recession MasterMind Summit Team Leader Conference Arizona “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team,” by Patrick Lencioni Free business consultation  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You must become that trusted voice in communicating to your clients.” – Brian Buffini “There is nothing more valuable right now as an agent than some really solid data that communicates where the market actually is.” – Brian Buffini “It's time to be a pro.” – Brian Buffini “The market’s about to change. Don't go into panic mode; it's a pro's market.” – Brian Buffini “You have to become the trusted adviser when it comes to data.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s challenging marketplace, real estate professionals need to know the facts if they want to succeed. In part one of this special two-part episode, Buffini & Company CEO Dermot Buffini interviews Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of REALTORS®, to separate the facts from the fiction and uncover what really lies ahead for real estate in the second half of this year. YOU WILL LEARN:The current state of the real estate industry. Dr. Yun’s analysis of the market. Dr. Yun’s predictions for the rest of 2022. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The National Association of REALTORS® Buffini & Company Real Estate Report S2E44, How to Recession Proof Your Business NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Even though sales are coming down because the buyer pool is shrinking, those who are still in the market are looking for that fresh inventory. And, when it shows up, they are ready to sign that contract immediately.” – Dr. Yun “People should anticipate that the unit sales this year will be down about 13% from one year ago.” – Dr. Yun “We don't have those risky mortgages which turned the market really bad back in 2008/09 period, so we can say it’s a soft landing.” – Dr. Yun“There's still a pool of very strong, well-qualified people out there who need some help finding a great home.” – Dermot Buffini “Successful REALTORS® really serve their clients’ best interests for the long haul.” – Dr. Yun  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 When he was just nine years old, John O’Leary was burned on 100% of his body in a house fire. In this special episode from the vaults, Brian learns how, even though he was given no chance of survival, John now inspires millions with his extraordinary story of courage and hope.     YOU WILL LEARN:·     How he endured surgeries and physical therapy.·     How special people in his life helped him to keep fighting.   ·     Why he decided to share his story with the world. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: https://johnolearyinspires.com/“Overwhelming Odds,” by Susan and Denny O’Leary Reunion with Nurse Roy “On Fire,” by John O’LearyFrozen “Overwhelmed,” by Big Daddy Weave NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“I think everybody’s got a story; just generally not the one we’re telling the world.” – John O’Leary “We are called daily to become a better version of ourselves.” – John O’Leary “Significance is allowing the ripple effects of our talents and time and treasure to ripple out into the marketplace.” – John O’Leary “Ultimately what our prayers should be is not that our prayers are answered; it’s that we live into His will for our lives.” – John O’Leary “Embrace the gift of the moment.” – John O’Leary Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a split second, Chris Norton went from being a talented college football player to a quadriplegic with a 3 percent chance of ever regaining any movement below his neck. In this episode, Brian learns how Chris has refused to let the accident define him and, with the support of his wife Emily, has worked tirelessly to defeat the odds and help other people.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     How a severe spinal cord injury drastically altered his life.·     How one turning point changed his mindset.·     How he empowers others to overcome their obstacles. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:https://chrisnorton.org/7 Yards: The Chris Norton Story “The Seven Longest Yards,” by Chris and Emily Norton https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJJOdjlRbQo “The Obstacle is the Way,” by Ryan Holiday The Shawshank Redemption The Wedding Singer S2E45, A Slight Change of Plans – an Interview with Dr. Maya Shankar Episode 143, Life Without Limits with Nick Vujicic NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Your future will take care of itself when you take care of today.” – Chris Norton“Happiness is not measured in steps.” – Chris Norton “Living life in a wheelchair has taught me that your life is as limited as you allow it to be.” – Chris Norton “I'm not going to let what I can't do to paralyze me more from what I can.” – Chris Norton “The way I have found healing through my own challenges is by being able to serve others.” – Chris Norton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s possible to sail through a recession if you make the right preparations. In part 2 of this episode, Brian further explains how to make the most of opportunities and grow your business and finances during challenging economic times. He also answers key questions submitted by listeners.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     The 3 strategies for success in recessionary times.·     The differences between the last recession and the next one.·     The importance of being a voice of value. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E43, The Coming Recession S2E44, How to Recession Proof Your Business Stewart Wealth Management MasterMind Summit The Peak Experience www.speakpipe.com/it'sagoodlife “The Total Money Makeover,” by Dave Ramsey “The Intelligent Investor,” by Benjamin Graham “The Richest Man in Babylon,” by George S. Clason “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If you prepare the ark, then it doesn't matter when it rains, or how hard it rains, you're good to go.” – Brian Buffini “I started with putting $50 every two weeks aside - that's how I became a millionaire.” – Brian Buffini “The bottom line is, know what you believe and know why you believe. Get good advice and then stick with it.” – Brian Buffini “The only thing you can affect is the pond that you are in yourself: your own clients, your own customers, your own family, your own relationships. Be a voice of value.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you take the right steps to properly prepare for the approaching recession, you can come out on top. In this episode, Brian teaches how to maximize opportunities and grow your finances during turbulent economic times. He also interviews his personal financial advisor, Ben Stewart, about specific strategies that can lead to success.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why inflation is a hole your bucket.·     3 tips to win in recessionary times.·     Ben Stewart’s system for success.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E43, The Coming Recessionhttps://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e43-the-coming-recession https://www.stewartwealthmgt.com/ MasterMind Summithttps://www.buffiniandcompany.com/events/mastermind-summit/ “The Automatic Millionaire,” by David Bachhttps://www.amazon.com/Automatic-Millionaire-Expanded-Updated-Powerful/dp/0451499085/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1FUCODO5QD52O&keywords=the+automatic+millionaire&qid=1654594440&sprefix=the+auto%2Caps%2C207&sr=8-1 “The Psychology of Money,” by Morgan Houselhttps://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Money-Timeless-Lessons-Happiness/dp/B08D9WJ9G8/ref=sr_1_1?crid=B1P9QQVI9EGY&keywords=the+psychology+of+money+morgan+housel&qid=1654594549&sprefix=the+psychology+of+%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-1 NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Inflation is the worst casino you've ever been to.”  – Brian Buffini “We can't safety our way to success during a recession.” – Brian Buffini “Save, grow and invest.” – Brian Buffini “Be fearful when others are greedy and be greedy when others are fearful.” – Warren Buffet “You need to have a safe money strategy, you need to have a real estate strategy, and you need to have a stock strategy.” –  Ben Stewart Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many people view change as a negative thing, but that doesn’t have to be the case. In this episode, Brian reflects on his interview with Dr. Maya Shankar and takes a deep dive into how change impacts all of our lives, often in unforeseen and positive ways.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     The changes that affected Brian’s life.·     The reasons change can lead to growth.·     The keys to effectively navigating change. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E45, A Slight Change of Plans – an Interview with Dr. Maya Shankarhttps://play.acast.com/s/the-brian-buffini-show/s2e45-a-slight-change-of-plans-an-interview-with-dr-maya-shahttps://mayashankar.com/ A Slight Change of Planshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/a-slight-change-of-plans/id1561860622 www.speakpipe.com/it'sagoodlife NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “It's very easy to get caught up in what you do, becoming who you are.” – Brian Buffini “When we deal with any kind of adjustment, there's going to be growth.” – Brian Buffini “You’ve got to be humble. And you’ve got to be curious. And you’ve got to be open to get help.” – Brian Buffini “At the end of the day, every one of us as human beings feel better when we're growing.” – Brian Buffini “When you're in the midst of change, the key is to be humble and be present.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all encounter a change of plan at some point in our lives. In this episode, Brian interviews cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar to understand who we are and who we become when faced with change. Topics discussed include: How change profoundly impacted Maya’s life, why humility is so important and how being more openminded can help build resilience.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     Common psychological strategies for navigating change.  ·     Why people really dislike uncertainty.·     How to cultivate a mindset to thrive in change.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:https://mayashankar.com/ A Slight Change of Planshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/a-slight-change-of-plans/id1561860622 “The Language Instinct,” by Steven Pinkerhttps://www.amazon.com/The-Language-Instinct-audiobook/dp/B006IW5WQQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28JG8DFLG89WL&keywords=the+language+instinct&qid=1654185119&sprefix=the+language+instinct%2Caps%2C2249&sr=8-1 “Back to the Future”https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088763/ NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The specifics of this moment may be unprecedented. But our human ability to navigate change is nothing new.” – Dr. Maya Shankar “There is a universality in the way that we as humans navigate change.” – Maya Shankar  “Change in one area of our lives often has profound spill-over effects into other areas of our lives that we simply can't predict at the outset.” – Maya Shankar   “At a minimum, there will be growth because change necessarily involves a loss of identity of some kind.” – Maya Shankar   “When you are more openminded, you are seeking awe and that actually helps you cultivate a more resilient personality in the face of change.” – Maya Shankar   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A recession might be a worrying prospect, but it also presents some great opportunities. In this episode, Brian explains how a business can stand out and take advantage of the coming recession by providing exceptional service and going above and beyond for its customers.    YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why you must always value your customers.·     How you can radically improve your service.·     Why it’s vital to make your business more efficient. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Episode 087, The Unexpected Extrashttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/unexpected-extras-087/NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Can you put your name to it?” – Harry Buffini “Just because you have a ton of business doesn't mean you're going to keep a ton of business. Things change.” – Brian Buffini “The person who insists on using yesterday's methods in today's world won't be in business tomorrow.” – John Maxwell “I believe there are some beautiful opportunities coming with this recession.” – Brian Buffini “You don't know until the tide goes out who's swimming naked.” – Warren Buffet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you make good decisions ahead of time, you won’t be negatively impacted by the oncoming recession. In this episode, Brian explains what actions to take now so that you can grow and prosper in your business, improve your finances and engineer your own personal soft landing, no matter what happens.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     How previous recessions came to pass.·     Why this recession will be different.·     How to prepare so you can win.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E23, Inflation and You Part 1S2E24, Inflation and You Part 2 “The Richest Man in Babylon,” by George Clason MasterMind NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A recession operates the way a pressure cooker does.” – Brian Buffini “We need and want growth, and we want hot markets. And we also need recessions to cool things off. That is the natural way in which things have operated for years.” – Brian Buffini “A recession is a terrible thing to waste.” – Brian Buffini “If you prepare, you can win. If you take action, you can win.” – Brian Buffini “There are absolutely things that you can control so that you can win during the coming recession.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you feel like you’re not making any progress in life, a little nudge can be just the thing to help propel you forward. In this episode, Brian explains why it’s so easy to get stuck in your comfort zone and what you can do to get moving and reach your goals. Topics discussed include: Why spending time with likeminded people is so important and why ongoing coaching and training are the keys to success.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why it can be difficult to push yourself.·     Why you must always measure progress.·     Why you should never go it alone.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Roger Bannisterhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Bannister “The Shawshank Redemption”https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/ Episode 299, The Stories We Tell Ourselveshttps://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/the-stories-we-tell-ourselves-299/  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A change imposed is always a change opposed.” – Brian Buffini “When it gets to the nudge you need, focus on the numbers, not the stories.” – Brian Buffini “If you can't measure it, you can't improve it.” – Lord Kelvin “Your net worth to the world is usually determined by what remains after your bad habits are subtracted from your good ones.” – Benjamin Franklin “Take someone in the carpool lane of success with you.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.