The Brian Buffini Show

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.

“Marketing is not about being clever. It's not about being manipulative. It's about connecting the dots.” – Kyle Wilson Jim Rohn’s former agent Kyle Wilson is one of the best marketing consultants and promoters in the world. In this episode, Brian interviews Kyle about the powerful strategies he has used over many years to help the top speakers in the personal growth and development field to expand both their audience and their influence. Topics discussed include: How he discovered his entrepreneurial spirit at a young age, how he came to partner with his mentor and why he believes you must bring value to the marketplace if you want to be successful. YOU WILL LEARN: The most important lessons Jim Rohn taught him. The key principles for successful promotion. The biggest mistakes business owners make. Contact Kyle to get your free book! Email [email protected] with the subject line “Success Habits” MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Success Habits of Super Achievers,” by Kyle Wilson https://kylewilson.com/ Success Habits of Super Achievers podcast https://kylewilson.com/podcast/ “Why the Best Are the Best,” by Kevin Eastman “Groundhog Day,” movie https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107048/ INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “For things to get better, you have to get better.” – Jim Rohn “Jim taught me to be a farmer. He taught me not to go hot but to farm, and that the true compounding effect comes when you sow into things that will compound over time.” – Kyle Wilson “For me, everything gets down to the value proposition. If I can bring value to a relationship, and vice versa, then we can go do something.” – Kyle Wilson “A huge part of marketing is knowing what your purpose is and what your goals are. And then just connect the dots.” – Kyle Wilson “You might have the greatest service, you might have the greatest heart for your customer, but if you don't promote, it doesn't matter. If you build it, they won't come. You’ve got to build it – and now you’ve got to promote it.” – 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.

“If you ever want to master anything, if you want to become successful at something, you’ve got to take a deep dive.” – Brian Buffini The best way to really conquer something is to fully immerse yourself in it. In this special 300th episode, Brian shares the powerful technique he uses to achieve phenomenal success and live the good life. Topics discussed include: Why fear holds you back, why it’s so important to trust yourself and how you can find momentum. YOU WILL LEARN: The consequences of not fully committing. The advantages of going all in. Tips for achieving mastery. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini & Company Training https://www.buffiniandcompany.com/training/certified.aspx INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Don’t go into something to test the waters, go in to make waves.” – Brian Buffini “If you want to have influence on the people you love, the way to do it is not through talk. The way to do it is by example.”– Brian Buffini “We all have doubts, because we've all made mistakes. What we have to have is grace for ourselves, learn from our past and then trust ourselves.” – Brian Buffini “I would rather fail pursuing my dream than succeed at inaction.” – Brian Buffini “Small changes and small wins ultimately can lead to big changes and big wins.” – Brian Buffini “Momentum is one of the most powerful forces when it comes to making a change. Life's hard by the yard, it's a cinch by the inch.” – Brian Buffini “Show me your friends and I'll tell you who you are.” – Therese 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.

“The good life that awaits you is always better than any story you tell yourself.” – Brian Buffini We all have a story we tell ourselves about where we are in life. Intentionally or not, sometimes that story can get stuck on repeat and become just an excuse for the state of our relationships, health, finances and business. In this episode, Brian unpacks the stories we tell ourselves, explains how challenge and loss can benefit us and teaches how we can write our own happy ending. Watch the Video Episode! YOU WILL LEARN: How to identify your personal blind spots. How you can go on to succeed after loss. Why your story is not over. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 166, Discipline Equals Freedom with Jocko Willink Episode 261, Matthew McConaughey – an Interview on His New Book, “Greenlights.” INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Talented salespeople make for talented excuse makers.” – Brian Buffini “Sometimes loss devastates us. Sometimes loss paralyzes us. Sometimes loss actually frees us up on the road to success.” – Brian Buffini “A kick in the teeth may be the greatest thing in the world for you.” – Brian Buffini “Sometimes you need to turn the page and forgive people. Sometimes you need to turn page and forgive yourself. And, sometimes, you need to turn the page because it’s just time to forget.” – Brian Buffini “You're in control of how your story ends.” – 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.

“Living successfully - getting the things we want from life - is a matter of solving the problems which span between where we now are and the point we wish to reach.” – Earl Nightingale Successful people are not without their problems – they have simply learned how to solve them. In this episode, Brian introduces the second in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightingale. Earl explains how to use the unique power of your mind to put yourself in the driving seat, solve your problems and get what you want from life. Watch the video episode! YOU WILL LEARN: How not to waste time and energy worrying about needless things. How to tap into the power of your mind to achieve your goals. How to solve your problems with one hour’s thinking a day. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 61, The Strangest Secret – by Earl Nightingale Episode 287, A Worthy Ideal – by Earl Nightingale INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Your mind represents what can be compared to an undiscovered goldmine.” – Earl Nightingale “Of the real legitimate worries there are two kinds: there are the problems we can solve and there are the problems beyond our ability to personally solve.” – Earl Nightingale “The human mind is the one thing that separates us from the rest of the creatures on earth.” – Earl Nightingale “I want to recommend that you take just one hour a day, five days a week, and devote this hour to exercising your mind.” – Earl Nightingale “Each of us has a tendency to underestimate our own abilities. We should realize that we have deep within ourselves a reservoir of genius that can be tapped, if we will just dig deep enough. It's the miracle of your mind.” – 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.

“As long as I'm granted another day sober, that's the good life.” – Chris Herren Chris Herren, former NBA basketball player, author and wellness advocate, has shared his story of substance-use recovery with over 1 million people nationwide. In this episode, Brian interviews Chris about his struggle with addiction, his path to sobriety and his ongoing mission to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Click here to watch video episode! YOU WILL LEARN: How his addictions took hold. How he battled back to sobriety. How he is helping other people. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: www.herrentalks.com https://herrenproject.org/ “Fall River Dreams,” by Bill Reynolds “Unguarded,” ESPN Films 30 For 30 “Silver Linings Playbook,” movie “Cinema Paradiso,” movie “Cool Hand Luke,” movie INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There was always another mountain to climb, you know. And by the time I got there, I was just tired.” – Chris Herren “I believe the word ‘rock bottom’ has killed a lot of people. I believe it's prevented a lot of families from doing the right thing and intervening much earlier.” – Chris Herren “People who put more time into this early on, the chances of staying sober longer are much greater.” – Chris Herren “When it comes to this topic, we talk about the worst day and we forget the first day.” – Chris Herren “I'm an athlete. I'm a competitor. And I believe that recovery has given me a competitive edge. I believe it's made me better in all facets of my life.” – Chris Herren 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.

“It's okay to agree to disagree. It's what makes the world go round!”– Brian Buffini In today’s increasingly argumentative world, dealing with differences of opinion can be challenging. In this episode, Brian explains how to best handle disagreements with other people. Topics discussed include: Why winning a battle often means losing the war, why who you are speaks louder than what you say and why it’s vital to have mutual respect and embrace different perspectives. Watch the Video Episode! YOU WILL LEARN: Why it’s better to avoid an argument. What to do if an argument is unavoidable. Why the ultimate goal is to influence, not argue. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “Boundaries,” by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend Episode 222, Choosing Hope in a Racially Divided Culture with Miles McPherson INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If you actually win an argument, you will never have the goodwill of the person who loses it.” – Brian Buffini “You can measure the size of a person by what makes them angry.” – Dale Carnegie “Influence is a far higher calling than argument.” – Brian Buffini “Argument in and of itself is just hot air. But influence is something that is lasting.” – Brian Buffini “Let people chew not on the volume of your words, but the depth of your words.” – 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.

“You have to be able to bounce in the bounce back. And if you’ve got no air in the ball, the ball doesn't bounce.” – Brian Buffini Life is full of adversity - the key to success is the ability to bounce back. In this episode, Brian explains how emotional resilience can help you to recover from hardship and come back stronger than ever. Topics discussed include: The myth of perfectionism, the importance of nurturing a positive self-image and ways to work your resilience muscle. Watch the video episode. YOU WILL LEARN: The barriers to emotional resilience. The benefits of emotional resilience. How to build emotional resilience. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 115, How to be Resilient “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino Episode 290, Defining Moments – an Interview with Terrell Davis “Psycho Cybernetics,” by Maxwell Maltz Episode 176, Managing Oneself with Kevin 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.

“There's going to be fear - let's make that a tool and see that as a gift to do something different.” – Rachel Cruze Watch the video episode. Understanding yourself is essential to understanding the way you handle money. In this episode, Brian interviews personal finance expert Rachel Cruze about her new book, “Know Yourself, Know Your Money.” Rachel shares why understanding your own behaviors and beliefs will help you to take control and handle your finances better. YOU WILL LEARN: How to eliminate financial fear. Why it’s vital to keep learning. How to identify the 7 major money tendencies. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/rachel-cruze “Know Yourself, Know Your Money,” by Rachel Cruze “Love Your Life, Not Theirs,” by Rachel Cruze “Smart Money, Smart Kids,” by Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze “The Voice of the Heart,” by Chip Dodd “The Shawshank Redemption,” movie “Shooter,” movie INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Fear is your body's response that you are in need of something.” – Rachel Cruze “It takes a level of humility to be able to say ‘I don't have it all.’” – Rachel Cruze “Change is uncomfortable. It's hard. We don't like it. We just want to keep doing what we know.” – Rachel Cruze “We can justify our purchases to maybe put a BAND-AID over deeper things going on.” – Rachel Cruze “There's no point being right and being alone.” – 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.

“When we have cash and we don't manage it, that cash is going to leave us.” – Brian Buffini Money is like a gas that will always find a way to leak - no matter how much you make, you can always spend more. In this episode, Brian explains how to deal with three major issues that can threaten your financial wellbeing. Topics discussed include: Why a budget is so important, why you need to get on the same economic page as your partner and why investing in yourself is the greatest way to combat inflation. Watch video episode! YOU WILL LEARN:Why lifestyle spending must be tracked.How inflation affects everyone.Why tax planning is vital. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Episode 284, Brian Buffini’s Bold Predictions: 2021 Mid-Year Update INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“We're spending money on things we don't need to impress people we don't even know.” – Brian Buffini“If it's not written down and tracked, you are not in control of your money, your money's in control of you and you're in trouble.” – Brian Buffini“Budget: a mathematical confirmation of your suspicions.” – A.A. Latimer“The greatest way to beat inflation is to invest in yourself. Invest in training, invest in coaching and make yourself better.” – Brian Buffini“If you haven't invested in yourself in the last 90 days, you haven't appreciated in the last 90 days.” – Brian Buffini https://www.TheBrianBuffiniShow.comhttp://www.brianbuffini.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffiniFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffiniTwitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffiniTheme Music: “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Take the mask off, live an authentic life, be a light and shine it on other people's lives. You'll be a blessing to so many.” – Brian Buffini In an effort to protect ourselves from life’s difficulties, we all wear an invisible mask every day. In this episode, Brian explains why hiding behind our masks can prevent you from experiencing life to the full and why you should be true to yourself. Topics discussed include: Why so many people suffer from imposter syndrome, how to pursue the best version of you and how your transformation can impact and help others. Watch video episode now! YOU WILL LEARN: What’s behind the mask you wear. Why you need to remove the mask. How to be your authentic self. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team,” by Pat Lencioni INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Your gift is not who you are, it's just a part of who you are.” – Brian Buffini “Just being myself is good enough to be great.” – Brian Buffini “It takes courage to be yourself, warts and all, difficulties and all, imperfections and all.” – Brian Buffini “Be honest about imperfections and relationships will deepen, become more meaningful and become more supportive.” – Brian Buffini “If we have empathy for ourselves, we can have compassion for others.” – 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.

“When you give your gift away, it’s a blessing to other people.” – Brian Buffini If you have a deep understanding of who you are, what you are and what your gifts are, you can really help other people and improve your own life too. In this episode, a live recording from Buffini & Company Peak Experience, Brian shares how to understand, cultivate and polish your gifts so that you can help your clients, your team, your business, your community and yourself. Watch the video episode! YOU WILL LEARN: Why your gifts are for giving. How to give your gifts in the right way. What your greatest gifts are. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: NAR Episode 267, The Power of WHO – an Interview with Bob Beaudine “Acres of Diamonds,” by Russell Conwell Episode 183, Finding Chika – an Interview with Mitch Albom INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “For it is in giving that we receive.” – St. Francis of Assisi “No one has ever become poor by giving.” – Anne Frank “Your gift is special, precious, magnificent. It’s designed to be given and to be a blessing to others.” – Brian Buffini “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” – Pablo Picasso “I found that, among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.” – Maya Angelou “The greatest gift you ever give is your honest self.” – Fred Rogers 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.

“Doing things based on what other people think of you is dangerous. It’s super-dangerous and it crushes dreams.” – Terrell Davis Everyone experiences defining moments in life. In this episode, Brian talks to former professional football player Terrell Davis about the moments in his life that have shaped him. Terrell describes how, with grit and determination, he reacted and responded to a series of challenges and opportunities: from the difficulties of his youth, to the ups and downs of his college football career and, finally, to his NFL success. YOU WILL LEARN: Why he hit rock bottom. How he readjusted his mindset. How he made the biggest play of his life. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Shawshank Redemption” INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “It's easy to be really bad. And, if you're focused, you could be really good. But being ‘just good enough’ to not make ripples - that is almost impossible.” – Brian Buffini “There's no way you can just be ‘good enough.’” – Terrell Davis “You never know how life is going to turn out. You never know what the twists and turns are. It's always darkest before the dawn.” – Brian Buffini “A lot of people can relate to setbacks, failures and also, when given the opportunity, not stepping up to bat. And I just think in God's good timing, we always seem to get another opportunity and we never know when it's coming. Even when we think we have it all figured out.” – Brian Buffini “Everybody has defining moments. Everybody has this fear of success. Everybody has these opportunities. Everybody needs a coach. Everyone needs someone to believe in. But, when the time comes, we’ve got to put the hot dog down and do what we can.” – Brian Buffini “Be true to the game and the game will be true to you.” – Coach Frank White 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.

“When work is your blessing and you do so much of it, your life is more of a blessing. It's more of a contributor to the good life that you want to live.” – Brian Buffini In today’s world, many people see work as something to be endured, not enjoyed. In this episode, Brian explains why our culture’s definition of success needs to be re-examined, why a lack of self-control and an inability to delay gratification mean people get stuck in jobs they dislike and why, when done in the right way, work offers far more than just financial reward and is the key to the good life. Watch "The Blessing of Work #289" video episode. YOU WILL LEARN: Why work is often perceived as a curse. The three blessings of work. The best way to work. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 191, Do the Hustle “Livin’ for the Weekend,” by The O’Jays INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Opportunity is missed by most people because it's dressed in overalls and looks like work.” – Thomas Edison “Hard work spotlights the character of people; some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses and some don't turn up at all.” – Sam Ewing “If the ladder is not leaning against the right wall, every step we take just gets us to the wrong place faster.” – Stephen Covey “Our economic decisions can doom us to doing jobs we hate and they can eliminate our choices.” – Brian Buffini “People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing.” – Dale Carnegie “I have this great passion myself for this calling to bring the good life to more people; to help people feel better, to help people think better and to help people do better.” – Brian Buffini “When you view work as a blessing and not a curse, those who come after you will see work as a blessing and not a curse and their work will impact others.” – 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.

“When giftedness meets preparation, opportunity, steadfastness and consistency, that's when magic starts to happen.” – Brian Buffini Everyone is born with natural gifts and abilities, even if they don’t always recognize or use them. In this episode, a live recording from Buffini & Company Peak Experience, Brian explains how to find, appreciate and maximize your gifts. Topics discussed include: Why outside perspective is important, why you mustn’t find your identity in your gifts and why, when you use your gifts in the right way, you become immune to criticism. Watch video episode: https://bcove.video/3kKO46m YOU WILL LEARN: How to uncover your natural gifts. What happens when your gifts are used in the wrong way. How to develop your talents. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Hitsville: The Making of Motown Buffini & Company Heritage Profile “The Shawshank Redemption” Stevie Wonder Youtube clip Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit “The Element,” by Ken Robinson “The Truth About You,” by Arthur F. Miller Stevie Wonder Youtube clip “Flow,” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Burnout is what happens when you try to avoid being human for too long.” – Brian Buffini “Be not afraid of growing slowly, be afraid only of standing still.” – Chinese proverb “Pride of gifts robs us of God's blessing in the use of them.” – William Gurnall “There are plenty of difficult obstacles in your path. Don't allow yourself to become one of them.” – Ralph Marston “Go deeper with your gifts. Live more in the state of flow with your gifts.” – Brian Buffini “We cannot let external criticism, even if it's true, fortify our internal foe. That foe is strong enough already.” – Steven Pressfield 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.

“The establishing of a clearly defined goal is just about the most important step we can possibly take.” – Earl Nightingale If you have a clear goal in mind, you can overcome any obstacle and achieve outstanding success in your life. In this episode, Brian introduces the first in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightingale. Earl explains why, once you set a goal, life becomes easier, more fun and incalculably more rewarding. Watch video episode: https://bcove.video/3ilhaGE YOU WILL LEARN: Why success is the progressive realization of a worthy ideal. How to establish a clearly defined goal. Why we become what we think about. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 61, The Strangest Secret – by Earl Nightingale “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Any person with a dream in his mind and heart which he has established as a worthy goal is successful.” – Earl Nightingale “Unless you can say in one concise, well-defined sentence what your goal happens to be, the chances are good that you have never really clearly defined your goal.” – Earl Nightingale “The captain of a ship cannot see his destination for fully 99% of his journey, but he knows what it is, where it is and that he'll reach it if he keeps doing certain things a certain way every day.” – Earl Nightingale “Progressing successfully through a lifetime should be a matter of progressively setting and achieving goals, one after another, each a little better than the former.” – Earl Nightingale “In 99 times out of 100, our goal can be accomplished in the work in which we are now engaged.” – Earl Nightingale “Once we know where we're going, we know why we get out of bed in the morning. We know why we're working and why it's important to do the very best work of which we're capable.” – 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.

“I learned that the prison was not the eight feet between the walls. It was eight inches between my ears.” – Captain Charlie Plumb It takes extraordinary resilience to survive the impossible. In this episode, Brian interviews former navy fighter pilot and Vietnam Prisoner of War, Captain Charlie Plumb. Captain Plumb explains how on his 75th combat mission over North Vietnam, five days before he was due to return home, he was shot down. Captured, tortured and imprisoned, he spent over 2,000 days as a POW in an 8ft x 8ft cell. Topics discussed include: Why his naval training was vital, how his parents’ philosophies of discipline and forgiveness helped him to survive and which daily routines kept him going. YOU WILL LEARN: What he learned about himself during his time in captivity. Why he believes adversity can bring opportunity. How strong leadership transformed his prison experience. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: https://charlieplumb.com/ “I’m No Hero,” by Charlie Plumb Episode 164, The Best Interview of My Life with Neil Armstrong MasterMind Summit “The Art of Routine,” by Angel Iscovich INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The good news is, when you have that opportunity to sit still nearly six years, you go back through your mind, and you learn an awful lot about yourself.” – Captain Plumb “I think the biggest thing I learned about myself was that regardless of what is around me, I still can make choices about my response to the things around me.” – Captain Plumb “Lots of times the biggest opportunities in life are wrapped up in the package that looks like a big-time problem.” – Captain Plumb “There's a lot of people in the marketplace today that are struggling there. They have total freedom and yet they're in a prison in their mind.” – Brian Buffini “Acid does more harm in the vessel it's stored than on the subject it’s poured.” – Proverb “I think the good life to me means a life of service. And I'm under the belief that if you help enough people get what they want, you can have a very, very successful life.” – Captain Plumb 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.

“These principles transform my business. They transform me as a person.”– Brian Buffini In business and in life, sound moral values can help to steer you to phenomenal success. In this episode, Brian shares the seven biblical principles that changed him forever, transforming him from a young real estate agent to an accomplished business owner with a mission to help others flourish and prosper.Watch video episode: https://bcove.video/3jaGIYRYOU WILL LEARN:Why you reap what you sow.How you can best serve others.Why you must use all your talents. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“The Pursuit of Holiness,” Jerry Bridges INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Whatever a man sows, that will he also reap. And let us not lose heart in doing good for, in due time, we will reap if we do not grow weary.” – Galatians 6: 7–10“The whole working by referral system is about doing good to people. And that means you get to be a giver.” – Brian Buffini“Do nothing from selfish or empty conceit. But with humility of mind, let each of you regard one another as more important than himself. Do not merely look out for your own interests, but also the interests of others.” – Philippians 2: 3–4“Commit your works to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” – Proverbs 16:3“The idea of work is not just to have money in the bank, or food on the table. The idea of work is what it makes of you. And it's a great reflection of your character. So, as you're working on your work, you're working on yourself, you're working on your life.” – Brian Buffini“I just want to ask you the question: How many talents have you been given and what have you done with them?” – Brian Buffini itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I haven't seen this cycle too many times in my 35 years in real estate, but nothing I see says we're in a bubble or anything like it.” — Brian Buffini In a challenging marketplace, real estate professionals need to be prepared for what lies ahead if they want to succeed and serve their clients at the highest levels. In this episode, Brian gives his mid-year evaluation of the economy and reveals his bold predictions for the industry for the next six months. He shares the most up-to-date economic data available, outlines changes happening in the marketplace and explains why agents need to become even more professional in order to capitalize on opportunities and maximize success. Featuring an exclusive interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of REALTORS®, this episode will get you ready for what the second half of 2021 has in store. YOU WILL LEARN: The current state of the real estate industry. Lawrence Yun’s analysis of the market. Why it’s critical to keep updating your skills. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The National Association of REALTORS® Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass – an Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun 100 Days to Greatness Buffini & Company Real Estate Report Buffini & Company Team Coaching INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “It's an 80:20 business, or maybe now it’s a 90:10 business because one has to have that special skill to get the deals done in these unique inventory-short market conditions.” — Dr. Lawrence Yun “Core inflation is actually rising at the highest pace in 30 years.” — Dr. Lawrence Yun “Now we are seeing some topping out in the home sales activity in recent months. That is to say, we are beginning to see sales approaching pre-pandemic levels.” — Dr. Lawrence Yun “Don't expect any persistent price decline. It may occur just temporarily. Even that temporary price decline may not occur, but if it was to occur it is just simply a second chance opportunity for some buyers who have been outbid by others.” — Dr. Lawrence Yun “Our commitment at Buffini & Company is to try to make as many agents as we can as professional as we can, as productive as we can, as successful as we can.” — Brian Buffini “You want to get paid like a pro, you have to practice like a pro. You have to have the skills of a pro, and then you get paid like one.” — 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.

“The blue-collar mindset is about a job well done and done right.” – Joe Niego Everyone can learn something from the powerful values of the blue-collar work ethic. In this episode, Brian interviews top-producing agent and speaker Joe Niego about his blue-collar origins and mindset. Joe explains how this mentality translated so well in the white-collar world of real estate and brought about huge success in his life. Topics discussed include: Why it’s vital to seek accountability, why routines are so important and why you must know what you’re building if you want to succeed. Click here to watch the video episode. YOU WILL LEARN: What it means to have a blue-collar mindset. Why the blue-collar mindset is a success formula for any walk of life. How to develop a blue-collar mindset. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: MasterMind Summit Referral Maker CRM “A Builder or a Wrecker,” poem INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There's something about being compensated hourly - it helps you understand the value of money and the appreciation of money.” – Joe Niego “I believe physical work brings out special qualities in those that participate. It forces you to have the blue-collar mindset. It's the labor and the toil that cultivates the human spirit and grows personal character.” – Joe Niego “A blue-collar mindset in work, and a blue-collar mindset in investing, ends up in a lot of green.” – Brian Buffini “There's one indicator that determines my financial destiny. And that's my blue-collar mindset.” – Joe Niego “If you're willing to do the dirty work, you can become filthy rich.” – Ron Niego 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.

“We’ve been in survival mode. It's time to get into thriving mode.” – Brian Buffini Over the last year people everywhere have been in a funk, many without even realizing it. In this episode, a follow-up to episode 281, Brian explains how to transition from simply surviving to thriving, experiencing joy and achieving goals again. Topics discussed include: Why we have become addicted to comfort and control, why discomfort is necessary for growth and why we must reignite our spark and connect with others once more. YOU WILL LEARN: What happens when you're in a funk. How to get your groove back. How to be a hit factory. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Hitsville: The Making of Motown Episode 281, Making Your Business and Life a Hit Episode 272, How to Get Out of a Funk “The Road Less Traveled,” by M. Scott Peck “Ain't No Mountain High Enough” Episode 267, The Power of Who – an Interview with Bob Beaudine MasterMind Summit Phil Mickelson, PGA Tour INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The commitment is the good life, and the good life requires joy. And, when you're in limbo, you feel no sense of joy.” – Brian Buffini “Happiness consists in activity. It is a running stream, not a stagnant pool.” – John Mason Good “Being uncomfortable is where you grow.” – Brian Buffini “Find out what you really want, and go pursue it. Go set some uncomfortable goals.” – Brian Buffini “What we need to realize is that, when we set a goal, there ain't no mountain high enough.” – Brian Buffini “Never forget the essence of your spark.” – Taylor Swift “There's highs and lows. There's ups and downs. But it is a good life.” – 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.

“It's not enough to have talent. You have to have structure, organization and promotion. You have to have it all.” – Brian Buffini You don’t have to reinvent the wheel to succeed – having a proven model to follow is a surefire way to achieve your goals. In this episode, a live recording from Buffini & Company Peak Experience, Brian explains how Berry Gordy’s Motown model for success can improve your business and your life. Topics discussed include: How to learn from past experiences, why collaboration is so important, why competition breeds champions and why you either innovate or you stagnate. YOU WILL LEARN: Why you need a model for success. How to recruit, develop and expand a team. How to leverage your own and others’ gifts. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Hitsville: The Making of Motown NAR Buffini & Company Training INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Risks have to be calculated and planned.” – Brian Buffini “None of us is as smart as all of us.” – Brian Buffini “Fear and self-doubt have always been the greatest enemies of human potential.” – Brian Tracy “Having a competitive environment inside your culture and keeping the love - that's the magic.” – Brian Buffini “Letting people share their gifts and strength is real love.” – Jon Gordon 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.

“The only person who likes change is a baby with a wet nappy!” – Therese Buffini Humans are designed to resist change but if we can accept that it’s inevitable, adapt and then innovate, we will ultimately grow. In this episode, part of a Facebook Live recording, Brian shares how you can take advantage of change and make your good life even better. A coaching session also addresses topics such as why real estate is a long-term investment, how to keep clients upbeat and focused in this hot market and how to build a team. YOU WILL LEARN: Why homeostasis is a killer. Why momentum is key. How to celebrate the new normal. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini & Company Team Coaching https://www.buffiniandcompany.com/coaching/team-coaching/ “The Shawshank Redemption,” movie https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/ “Count Your Blessings,” by Bing Crosby https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC5CqOKkiGM Phil Mickelson, PGA Tour https://www.pgatour.com/players/player.01810.phil-mickelson.html INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Change imposed is change opposed.” – Brian Buffini “The comfortable life will always become uncomfortable.” – Brian Buffini “The tiniest of momentum can ultimately change everything.” – Brian Buffini “It’s good to set unreasonable goals.” – Brian Buffini “The breadcrumbs of your past will reveal your future.” – Brian Buffini “I’m not afraid to change. I’m not afraid to make a mistake. I’m not afraid to fail. I’m willing to try.” – 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.

“If you don't know what you're building towards, you're not going to get there. And so, I encourage people to know what you're building.” – Bill Hampton Promotion is one of the most misunderstood aspects of business today. It’s often connected to showmanship or clever marketing but, when it’s done authentically, it’s all about giving people a solution to their problems. In this episode, Brian interviews former Dave Ramsey associate Bill Hampton to discover how organizations can move the needle when it comes to promotion, sales and growth. Topics discussed include: how the momentum theorem works; why it’s so important to build trust, confidence and competence with your customers; and why you must not only consistently sell your message, but be ready to deliver when you get the opportunity. Watch the episode – https://bcove.video/3bEWTZY YOU WILL LEARN: How passion fuels promotion. Why sales needs belief. Why you must grow yourself to grow your business. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 265, The E-Myth Revisited – an Interview with Michael E. Gerber “Start with Why,” by Simon Sinek “Ford v Ferrari,” movie “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership,” by John C. Maxwell “The E Myth Revisited,” by Michael E. Gerber “Straight from the Gut,” by Jack Welch “Rudy,” movie INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE “Number one, you’ve got to ask, what is the problem that I need to solve? What is the problem my customer needs solved? Because, ultimately, you're not really promoting your business, you're promoting the problem that you solve.” – Bill Hampton “You have to know your audience so you can answer the right questions.” – Bill Hampton “When you promote your business, I think it's very important that you’ve got to stand for something. Nobody wins in the margins. You win on the edges.” – Bill Hampton “When opportunity knocks, it's too late to prepare.” – John Wooden “With sales, it starts with belief. It starts with belief in yourself. And it starts with belief in your product.” – Bill Hampton “You’ve got to know your why, you’ve got to know your numbers. And then, the last thing is, you’ve got to go all in.” – Bill Hampton “Once you grow yourself, then you can grow your people.” – Bill Hampton “You're either coaching it or allowing it to happen.” – Mike Leach 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.

“You bet on me, you bet on this system and this philosophy, and you bet on yourselves. And then, in turn, each one of you became a role model and an example in your own markets, in your own communities that became pebbles in the pond.” – Brian Buffini Buffini & Company recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. To mark the occasion, Brian spoke to some of the earliest adopters of the working by referral system. In this episode, these special role models recall their memories of the first events and when and where they met Brian. They also share why they were drawn to the system to begin with, why they committed so strongly to it and how their lives have been changed as a result. YOU WILL LEARN: Why they took a chance on the system. What they have learned about success over the years. Why they have continued to follow the system for over two decades. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini & Company MasterMind 100 Days to Greatness INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Consistency breeds trust and, without trust, you don't get referrals. Do the things you're good at, the things you enjoy, and just do those consistently. And it will pay off.” – Todd Nordstrom “Have clarity, absolute clarity, and then be persistent and consistent because you will get where you want to go. If your mind is very clear, if your vision is clear, your decisions are easy.” – Judy Adler “Being committed to your goals and reviewing goals is a huge benefit.” – Larry Hassan “Run your business like a business. Consistency is important. If you don't know how to do it, get a coach, get some help. And listen to what you're told and do what you're told, not what you think is the best thing.” – Margaret Barton “Read, read, read, read. And, in the reading, you help to learn who you are and what gift you have to give to other people.” – Sam Elzie “Give it away in slices and it will come back to you in loaves. Operate from abundance and not scarcity. And in our business, where so many agents feel like there's competition, there is no competition, we are our own competition.” – Edith Elzie “This has been my life's work.” – 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.

“We all need help. Don't go it alone.” – Brian Buffini Over the past year, people everywhere have been asked to go it alone, whether through stay-at-home orders, self-isolating or social distancing. This has led to the illusion that we’re fine by ourselves, but nothing could be further from the truth. In this episode, Brian shares why people are designed to connect with each other, why there’s no shame in reaching out and asking for help when you need it and why we’re always better together than apart. Watch the video episode : https://bcove.video/3t5DqaL YOU WILL LEARN: Why we go it alone. Why it’s so hard to ask for help. The payoff of not going it alone. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 166, Discipline Equals Freedom with Jocko Willink Episode 101, Tough Times Never Last, Tough People Do, With Master Motivator - Les Brown Episode 066, An Interview with Brian Tracy – The Living Legend of Personal Growth Part One “Cool Hand Luke,” movie “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” by Wintley Phipps INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Self reliance always runs out of runway.” – Brian Buffini “There are no extra prizes for pride.” – Brian Buffini “It takes a tremendous amount of security in yourself to say, ‘I need help’.” – Brian Buffini “If you can't ask for help without self-judgment, you cannot offer help without judging others.” – Brené Brown “Asking for help is ultimately ‘I want to learn’.” – Brian Buffini “Fear and self-doubt have always been the greatest enemies of human potential.” – Brian Tracy “None of us are as smart as all of us.” – 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.

“Peak performance is nothing more or less than getting our biology to work for us rather than against us.” – Steven Kotler A state of flow is an optimal state of consciousness when we both feel our best and perform our best. In this episode, Brian interviews Steven Kotler, one of the world’s leading experts on human performance. Steven shares how to achieve flow and unlock peak performance – those moments in time when the impossible becomes possible. Topics discussed include: why our biology is hardwired for three levels of goals, why practicing distraction management is key and why there is power in invisible skills. YOU WILL LEARN: Why everyone can access flow. How to trigger flow. How to focus and achieve complete concentration. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ Flow Research Collective https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/radio “The Art of Impossible,” by Steven Kotler “The Rise of Superman,” by Steven Kotler “Flow,” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Whenever you see people accomplishing the impossible, you tend to see people in a state of flow.” – Steven Kotler “Flow is a massive amplification of skills.” – Steven Kotler “I work for the boss. The boss is who I am yesterday that made my to-do list.” – Steven Kotler “In peak performance, motivation gets us into the game. Learning allows us to continue to play. Creativity - creative problem solving - it's how we steer. And flow, which is a state of optimal performance, is how we turbo-boost the results beyond all reasonable expectation.” – Steven Kotler “If you use the system the way it's designed to be used, you just get farther faster with a lot less fuss.” – Steven Kotler “You can never have too many arrows in your quiver.” – John Barth 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.

“By having a bucket list, it gives you something to hope for. Hope is a very, very powerful thing.” – Brian Buffini The past 18 months have been extremely challenging for everyone, but the time has now come to look to the future again. In this episode, part of a Facebook Live recording, Brian shares how to plan for what lies ahead by revisiting and updating your bucket list. A Q&A session also addresses topics such as when to invest out of state, whether there is a property bubble and how to handle negotiations in such a hot market. Watch video: https://bcove.video/3dNouda YOU WILL LEARN: The three elements of a successful bucket list. What a bucket list gives you. How to create your own bucket list. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: MasterMind Summit The Peak Experience BombBomb Partnership Announcement 100 Days to Greatness The Pathway to Mastery–Advanced Episode 36, The One Decision That Makes a Millionaire INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Human beings are fantastic at surviving, but after a while you want to do a bit more than just survive.” – Brian Buffini “It's time to have something to hope for. And maybe it's not exactly what you wanted, but it could be something that you wanted and it's a new experience. And it's a powerful thing.” – Brian Buffini “There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind.” – C.S. Lewis “The greatest joys of life are happy memories. Your job is to create as many of them as possible.” – Brian Tracy “I’m very, very proud of our industry, and especially now.” – 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.

“Don't tell me I can't do it. Tell me what I have to do so I can do it.” – Dick Hoyt It’s possible to achieve incredible things in life simply by making up your mind. In this special episode from the Buffini & Company vaults, Brian interviews trailblazing athlete Dick Hoyt, who recently passed away. Dick shares how his son, Rick, born a quadriplegic and unable to speak or control his limbs, told him he wanted to participate in a 5-mile benefit run for a lacrosse player who had been paralyzed in an accident. From that first race, when Dick pushed Rick in his wheelchair and his son confided how he didn’t feel disabled when they ran together, they went on to complete over 1,000 races, including marathons, duathlons and triathlons. Topics discussed include: How their running journey evolved, how they broke new ground and barriers together and how they overcame the criticism and negativity they encountered. YOU WILL LEARN: How Dick always maintained a positive mindset. How Dick managed and prioritized his time. Why short and long-term goals were vital to the success of Team Hoyt. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Dick & Rick Hoyt Team Hoyt MasterMind Summit Boston Marathon Ironman Interview INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I made up my mind that we're not going to be discouraged. And we're not going to take no for an answer. And we're going to go out there and do the things we want to do.” – Dick Hoyt “We've come a long way and we've been able to break down a lot of barriers along the way and that’s because we never gave up and we never take no for an answer.” – Dick Hoyt “If don't have your mind made up and set, you're not going to be able to accomplish the things that you want to accomplish.” – Dick Hoyt “You can’t get discouraged. You’ve got to be very, very brave.” – Dick Hoyt “I look forward to every day and the challenges that may come ahead.” – Dick Hoyt 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.