“Seasons of tests and trial happen all the time.” – Brian Buffini In these challenging times, people’s strength, patience and faith are being put to the test by suffering. In this episode, recorded live at the Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit, Brian explains why we must expect setbacks in life and teaches how we can conquer them to come back better than ever.   YOU WILL LEARN: How to diagnose a setback. The emotions that can derail a comeback. What fuels a comeback.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You're going to need different tools for different times. You're going to need different skills for different seasons. There are different challenges with different comebacks.” – Brian Buffini “When you're in the crucible, it's not fun. We just need to know that we're in the crucible, we're being tested. It won't be forever, it never is. But you come out the other side, pure like gold. And that's what testing and trial is all about.” – Brian Buffini “The world was built to develop character and we must learn that setbacks which we endure help us keep marching forward.” –  Henry Ford “A comeback doesn't take as long as it takes to construct something.” – Brian Buffini “Sound character provides the power with which a person may ride the emergencies of life instead of being overwhelmed by them.” – Og Mandino “Energy is the key. Emotion is the key. Having your fire and your purpose is the key.” – Brian Buffini “You can start with a negative emotion. You can't stay with a negative emotion. You can't grow with a negative emotion.” – 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.

“I think this is going to be one of the first industries to recover.” – David Stevens In the present climate, there’s a lot of misinformation and uncertainty in the marketplace. In this episode, Brian interviews David Stevens, Chief Executive Officer at Mountain Lake Consulting, Inc., and former CEO and President of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), to get clarity on current economic issues. Topics discussed include the tightening of minimum requirements for mortgage qualification, when banks and other financial institutions will begin to readjust their credit parameters back and advice for both buyers and sellers in today’s market.   READ FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT   YOU WILL LEARN: Why this crisis is so different than the last recession. Why the real estate industry will recover quickly. Why Millennials are at the core of a rebound.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 203, A Home for the Brave – an Interview with Dr. Ben Carson and Brian D. Montgomery Episode 211, Take This to the Bank – an Interview with Michael DeVito The 5 Circle Fit Challenge   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Governors across the country are going to start having us go back to work sometime in June at the latest, May in some states. And all this downward trend is going to stop in its tracks. We're going to see an immediate pop back. It won't be back to where it was. But we're going to see immediate pop back.” – David Stevens “This nation, we have great demographics for housing. We're going to have record low interest rates when we come out of this.” – David Stevens “If there are any house price downturns during this period, it's going to be very minor. And that's because the US didn't have the inventory.” – David Stevens “I think both listing and purchase buyers are going to see some sort of immediate response because pent-up demand is occurring, and the only overlay that will cause resistance there will be the unemployment factor.” – David Stevens “The bottom line is, all economics is supply and demand. And we still have a limited supply and high demand.” – Brian Buffini “Homeownership is a wealth creator for this country and for Americans.” – David Stevens “Worry the most when things are best.” – David Stevens “I'm just looking at what economists are giving me. And I think, you know, we're going to have a great housing market ahead.” – David Stevens   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 continue to be bullish on real estate. And we’re going to be there to help.” – Michael DeVito In these unprecedented times, there’s a lot of misinformation and uncertainty in the marketplace. In this episode, Brian interviews Michael DeVito, Executive Vice President and Head of Wells Fargo Lending, to get clarity on current banking issues. Topics discussed include whether banks are still processing mortgages, how appraisers are evaluating homes and why it’s so important to support average homeowners who want to purchase.   READ FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT   YOU WILL LEARN: How the financial system is coping with the crisis. The state of play regarding jumbo loans, purchase loans and refinances. How Wells Fargo is helping those directly affected by COVID-19.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 203, A Home for the Brave – an Interview with Dr. Ben Carson and Brian D. Montgomery Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass – an Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun The 5 Circle Fit Challenge   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “We have to recognize that there's shelter in place and other things happening that have changed the way we do business. But we're absolutely open for business and serving customers.” – Michael DeVito “We're processing and underwriting loans in remote ways – in ways we never even imagined we would be doing it.” – Michael DeVito “The good news to this situation is that you have a financial system that's able to lean in and help, unlike maybe the last time around when the financial system was not as strong and not able to be a source of strength.” – Michael DeVito “Try to take the long view, try to gather as much information as you can and assess and adapt. The world's not going to go back to what it was, it's going to go to something new. And there'll be new opportunities as a result of that. And the most adaptive of us – the most adaptive companies, the most adaptive teams, the most adaptive people – they're going to be the winners.” – Michael DeVito “Assess and adapt – that’s the Navy SEAL way.” – Brian Buffini “People want to be homeowners; we know they want to own homes. And when you think about that, there's just this desire to have a place for your family and a place to gather. And we'll do that again. We'll be gathering with family and friends again, you know, it's just going to be a window of time but we’re going to do it again.”  – Michael DeVito   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 goal is to get 5 Circle Fit. My goal for all of you is that, week by week, we’re going to help each other.” – Brian Buffini  Even in these uncertain times, it’s still possible to control your own environment, be proactive and come out a winner. In this episode, Brian introduces the 5 Circle Fit Challenge. This program is designed to help people focus their energies and operate in a peak state by following a week-by-week series of recommended tasks and activities in the 5 circles of life – spiritual, family, business, financial and personal.   YOU WILL LEARN: How a rolling start will help to get your business and life back on track. Why everyone needs a pit crew for support. How you can get started and be ready to serve your family, customers and community at full speed.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Acres of Diamonds,” by Russell Conwell Buffini Bonus Resources Buffini & Company Pathway to Mastery™ Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass – an Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Whether you realize it or not, you have not been operating at your peak state.”  – Brian Buffini “You’re in total control of your own life.” – Brian Buffini “The number one thing we have to do with self-help is get ‘self’ out of it.” – Brian Buffini “You need answers outside of yourself, we all do. We all need help.” – Brian Buffini “The world is not as fun or as effective a place when we’re just by ourselves.” – Brian Buffini “Getting started starts with a decision.” – Brian Buffini “We can’t control the roll-outs and what happens. We can’t control what consumers do. We can’t control the world but here’s what we can do – we can control ourselves. We can control our attitude, we can control our energy and we can control our activities.” – 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.

“Imagine if everybody's best versions of them was affecting their world right now.” – Kevin Buffini   To successfully navigate these often stressful and uncertain times, it’s vital to self-manage and be self-aware. In this episode, David Lally, producer of “The Brian Buffini Show,” interviews Buffini & Company Heritage Profile™ expert Kevin Buffini to discover how you can best manage your natural gifts and abilities in a crisis situation. Topics discussed include why people react so differently to challenges and how devising and sticking to a plan can help to get you through difficulties. DOWNLOAD FREE RESOURCE Our team has put together an action plan, based on your unique personality, of how you can reach out and encourage people during this time. Click the button above to grab it!   YOU WILL LEARN: How to stop your natural abilities becoming liabilities. How to be both aware of your abilities and beware of how you use them. How to manage your profile with care in a crisis situation.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini & Company Heritage Profile™ Buffini & Company Pathway to Mastery™   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Anytime something bad is happening to us, our bodies want to save us from that. So, we go into a fight or flight response.” – Kevin Buffini “In a state of heightened intensity, our strongest abilities act out first.” – Kevin Buffini “Self-awareness helps with great self-management.” – Kevin Buffini “Your most intense abilities will always be the things that drive your actions. So, if you're just relying on muscle memory, stop and ask yourself: am I helping or hurting right now?” – Kevin Buffini “You want to be intentional with the strengths that you have. We want you to use the abilities that you have. So, start trying to figure out who can you help with your abilities, and where can you help with your abilities.” – Kevin Buffini “If we can think before we act, then we just updated our self-ware.” – Kevin Buffini “People are being forced to reflect and work on their life, not just in their life. And I think there's a moment and there's an opportunity for us here if we will just act on it.”– Kevin Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The beauty of this is we may get knocked down, but we're also the referee. So, don't ever count yourself out.” – Chris Hogan In these uncertain times, people need to be in control of their money more than ever before. In this episode, Brian interviews finance expert Chris Hogan about how to take care of finances in the current economy. Topics discussed include how to still save money and pay down debt, why the stock market is set to rebound and how to learn from this situation and get prepared for when the economy starts to recover.   YOU WILL LEARN: How to stay in control of your faith, attitude, outlook and actions. How to protect and conserve your energy, resources, money and talents. How to be grateful, even in difficult circumstances.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 203, A Home for the Brave – an Interview with Dr. Ben Carson and Brian D. Montgomery Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass – an Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun Episode 205, Leading in a Crisis – an Interview with NAR President Vince Malta www.buffiniandcompany.com/bcbonus Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit Episode 158, Everyday Millionaires with Chris Hogan The Chris Hogan Show “Everyday Millionaires,” by Chris Hogan “The Total Money Makeover,” by Dave Ramsey Ramsey Solutions   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I want to encourage people out there for things you can control: your faith, your attitude, your outlook and your actions.” – Chris Hogan “We've got to regroup and rethink and be smart.” – Chris Hogan “The stock market is like the supermarket. You can go in the supermarket and get some stuff that's good for you and you can get some stuff that's bad for you. So, we need to be aware of what we're investing in based on our risk tolerance and based on our goals.” – Chris Hogan “The market is down, but do not eject: stay focused and not finished, because it's going to rebound.” – Chris Hogan “If we make short-term emotional decisions regarding our long-term financial well-being, we'll end up in trouble.” – Brian Buffini “I tell people: I'm not worried about what's going on at the White House, we need to focus on what's going on in your house. And so, getting a plan for debt reduction, getting on a balanced spending plan, a budget, and having reserves for the future and saving an investment for the future. If you can't wake up and see the importance of this, then you're not paying attention.” – Chris Hogan “What we need to be doing is learning from this. Feel the pain and use that pain to make progress.” – Brian Buffini “This can be the ultimate personal growth experience for people, and they can learn from it and go forward and build a financial fortress that can withstand any storm in the future.” Brian Buffini “They say information without application is just information; but information that gets applied has an opportunity to become wisdom.” – Chris Hogan “When people ask me, ‘Hogan, how are you?’ I say I'm focused and not finished. That means I'm focused on what I want. And I'm not finished yet.” – Chris Hogan “I want us to focus on the spirit of gratitude. It's so easy to get caught up on what we don't have. I think it's important for us to be aware of what we do.” – Chris Hogan “It's hard to be hateful when you're grateful.” – Chris Hogan   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.

 In times of crisis, it’s reassuring to know that you have good people in your corner. In a continuation of a series with the leadership of NAR, Brian interviews Shannon McGahn, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Association of REALTORS®. Brian and Shannon discuss how the organization is representing the interests of the real estate industry on Capitol Hill during the Coronavirus crisis. Topics discussed include how pandemic unemployment assistance can help those who need it; why cash flow is so important to real estate and how the pushback of the tax deadline to July 15 will help the industry; and how lending institutions can service small business with loans.   YOU WILL LEARN: How NAR represents REALTORS® in Washington. How the recent CARES Act will help the industry. What the next round of legislation holds.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 203, A Home for the Brave – an Interview with Dr. Ben Carson and Brian D. Montgomery Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass – an Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun Episode 205, Leading in a Crisis – an Interview with NAR President Vince Malta www.buffiniandcompany.com/resources/bc nar.realtor/coronavirus   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “For all the talk of a broken and partisan Washington, when this sudden crisis hit, Congress acted in an overwhelmingly quick and bipartisan problem-solving way and our job is to work with them in that fashion.” – Shannon McGahn “NAR jumped to action to ensure that our members, property owners and the industry were all well represented in this response.” – Shannon McGahn “What makes REALTORS so effective on the Hill is that we’re not representing a special interest. We’re representing everyone’s interest. This is REALTOR members, property owners, consumers, the industry and the business as a whole.” – Shannon McGahn “It’s our intention to continue working with lawmakers to ensure that, as we get out of the crisis and into recovery, that we can see that real estate plays a big picture there.” – Shannon McGahn “I must say that I have had great responsiveness from all of our contacts on the Hill. They are looking for every way possible to help shake out any of these funds within the economy.” – Shannon McGahn “We’re self-employed. And it’s just good to know we’re not all by ourselves.” – Brian Buffini “Observers who were closely following the 1031 issues are encouraged to see that we might see some relief and guidance in the next week or two.” – Shannon McGahn “We work with people. So, as long as you respect the people and the process that they have to go through to come up with their decisions and to implement them, then you’re going to have a better understanding of how those laws are enacted.” – Shannon McGahn 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 think happiness in great times is a luxury item. I think, right now, optimism, happiness becomes one of those essentials - the necessities that we absolutely need.” – Shawn Achor  How can we be happy, even in challenging times? In this episode, Brian interviews happiness expert Shawn Achor to discover how we can create happiness, spread it to other people and use it as an advantage in our lives. Topics discussed include how a crisis can deepen our social bonds and give us meaning, how people can understand their own potential and where potential, success and happiness intersect.   YOU WILL LEARN: How to process this crisis and have a happier and more productive outcome. How a shift in mindset and behavior can help you change course in difficult times. The five seeds of potential that help people thrive in crisis.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit Shawn Achor’s TED Talk PBS Special: The Happiness Advantage “The Happiness Advantage,” by Shawn Achor “Big Potential,” by Shawn Achor “Mere Christianity,” by C.S. Lewis “The Great Divorce,” by C.S. Lewis Wilbur Smith, author   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “While it is unprecedented that we've never shut down the world because of a global pandemic ever, what isn't unprecedented is the fact that humans have gone through crises and overcome them.” – Shawn Achor “What we have great precedent for is that humans overcome challenges and crises in the exact same way. Eventually, the turning point comes when people are able to raise their levels of optimism, social connection, refine the meaning that they have within their work, and be able to restart that forward progress.” – Shawn Achor “People think happiness is connected to whimsy. This is a toughness. This is a determination. This is a resolve. It's a spirit. It's mind and heart.” – Brian Buffini “I think people are going to become more grateful because convenience has been taken out of our life.” – Brian Buffini “People are either going to get bitter or better at this time.” – Brian Buffini “The mindset shift I'm hoping people make is not ‘How do I get out of this crisis myself? How do I hunker down? How do I solve this?’ But rather, ‘How do I create an interconnected pursuit of happiness and success within my life?’” – Shawn Achor “The geometry of the challenges in your life are constantly in flux, based upon whether or not you think you're alone, or with other people overcoming a challenge.” – Shawn Achor “I want to move away from a self-help approach to happiness.” – Shawn Achor “The greatest predictors of our long-term levels of happiness right now are other people.” – Shawn Achor “When somebody's going through a challenge, optimism doesn't shield them from it. But optimism and social connection cause them to become more adaptive to get out of that quicker.” – Shawn Achor “The crisis actually gives us something meaningful to bond around.” – Shawn Achor “People have these seeds of untapped potential that they oftentimes don't even know that they could cause to flourish, or they don't have the time for.” – Shawn Achor “If the height of your potential is predicted by the people around you, we need to find some way of lifting them up right now.” – Shawn Achor “There's ways to find growth in the midst of a challenge.” – Shawn Achor “Sometimes you have to get away from what you have that's comfortable to go after what's great.”  – 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.

“One thing is for sure. We're going to survive this and we're going to be stronger at the other end as an industry.” – Vince Malta In these uncertain times, real estate professionals are experiencing unprecedented challenges on a national level. In this special bonus episode, Brian interviews NAR President Vince Malta about how the community can weather the Coronavirus pandemic and have confidence in the future. Topics discussed include how the home market will recover; why staying informed, keeping educated and getting trained is vital; and how virtual advances might streamline transactions.   YOU WILL LEARN: How NAR is currently advocating on behalf of the industry. How the recent $2 trillion CARE relief package will help the real estate business. Why Realtors’ value proposition is more important than ever.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 203, A Home for the Brave – an Interview with Dr. Ben Carson and Brian D. Montgomery Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass – an Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun Buffini Bonus Resources U.S. Chamber of Commerce infographic National Association of REALTORS® NAR Right Tools Right Now Realtor hotline: 1 800 874 6500   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Home is very important to me right now. I really appreciate my home, this place I call home, a lot more these days.” – Vince Malta “I think people have a greater affection for their home. I think they have a greater affection for the people who made their home possible.” – Brian Buffini “I think when we come out of this, there will be a great pent-up demand in the home business.” – Brian Buffini “We saw that after 9/11…people really looked at home as their safe haven and so they invested a lot more in their home or they invested in a home.” – Vince Malta “I think that we're all going to get our home in order when this passes for sure. And there'll be good opportunity to do so.” – Vince Malta “Many markets in the United States are still doing a lot of buying and selling of homes right now.” – Vince Malta “One thing I find with Realtors is they're so resilient. And they're so adaptable. And that's what they are doing right now. They're finding ways that they could help their clients either market their property or help them prepare for what they're going to do or providing them the latest information regarding Covid 19 through this crisis, and so that is, I think so great about our Realtor community. They make things work in sometimes the most adverse situations.” – Vince Malta “Stay up to date with the latest information.” – Vince Malta “This is a time to really reflect and look inward in a sense as to how you need to perhaps redesign your business model. Educate yourself. This is the time to take and do those things.” – Vince Malta “You're going to be in a situation where you might want to do 12 months’ worth of business in about 9 months’ worth of work. And so, now's the time to do training.” – Brian Buffini “Now's the time to be a voice of value in the marketplace.” – Brian Buffini “Your expertise is needed more now than ever.” – Vince Malta “Some online providers have pulled back their services because of what's been going on, such as iBuying programs, etc. So I think that there'll be a great need for real estate services as we move forward.” – Vince Malta “That value proposition is going to be extremely important as we move forward. And I think that Realtors will be able to express that value proposition so greatly as they're guiding people through this post Covid-19.” – Vince Malta “You’ve got to take the ‘self’ out of being self-employed, I think it's important to connect as a community, connect with fellow agents, connect with your broker. – Brian Buffini “Some blessings always come out of these trials.” – Brian Buffini “Realtors aren't going anywhere. We're here for the long haul. We're here to serve.” – 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 things get hot, I get cool.” – Brian Buffini In times of crisis, we must dare to be great. In this episode, Brian explains how to deal with challenges and assist others in these unprecedented times. With military tips for developing discipline, as well as inspirational stories, how-tos and quotes, this episode will help you be fired up, steady and secure, now and into the future.      YOU WILL LEARN: How to practice Discipline. How to enhance your Attitude. How to Relax. How to Energize.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 203, A Home for the Brave – an Interview with Dr. Ben Carson and Brian D. Montgomery Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass – an Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun Episode 198, Start Slow, Finish Fast – an Interview with Hal Higdon The Pray App Headspace “Attitude,” a poem by Charles R. Swindoll   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Without self-discipline, success is impossible.” – Lou Holtz “Discipline is choosing between what you want now, and what you want most.”  – President Abraham Lincoln “Discipline is the foundation on which all success is built. Lack of discipline inevitably leads to failure.” – Jim Rohn “Life is 10 percent what happens to me and 90 percent how I react to it.” –  Charles R. Swindoll   “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” – Winston Churchill “Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude.” – Zig Ziglar “If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” – Maya Angelou “If you can’t energize others, you can’t be a leader.” – Jack Welch “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” – Psalm 23     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 can’t be free, unless you’re brave. It’s on every coin in our pocket and every bill in our wallet that says ‘In God We Trust.’” – Dr. Carson As a cornerstone of the American Dream, homeownership means even more to people in these unprecedented times. In this special bonus episode, Brian interviews Dr. Ben Carson, United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and Brian D. Montgomery, Assistant Secretary for Housing – Federal Housing Commissioner to get an insight into how the Coronavirus pandemic will affect the housing market. Topics discussed include why health and housing go hand in hand; how the housing market as a whole is currently holding up; and what homeowners can do if they’re struggling to keep up with mortgage payments. Read transcript for “A Home of the Brave - an Interview with Dr. Ben Carson and Brian D. Montgomery #203.   YOU WILL LEARN: If any changes to FHA underwriting guidelines are coming. How the ongoing housing shortage will impact first-time buyers and renters How the real estate community can support fair housing programs.   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “This too will pass; people need to understand. It will come and it will go.” – Dr. Carson “We have to recognize that, by shutting down the whole country, we also have some significant economic consequences. So, we’re going to have to fashion solutions that take everything into account. We don’t want to destroy one area to say that we’ve succeeded in another area.” – Dr. Carson “People should understand that each one of us plays a significant role.” – Dr. Carson “People must take the social distancing very seriously.” – Dr. Carson “Act as if you have the virus at all times, and you’ll do the right thing.” – Brian Buffini “Having a place that you can call your own, a place that you can go to and be supported – you can’t put a value on that. It’s so vitally important. That peace of mind allows you to grow and to plan.” – Dr. Carson “Homeownership is the number one mechanism of wealth accumulation in this nation.” – Dr. Carson “It’s very important for people to understand that we’re in a radically different place going into this crisis than we were with the mortgage crisis.” – Brian Buffini “This is a blip. This too will pass. The fundamentals remain the same; they are still strong.” – Dr. Carson “I think once this is all over, you’re going to see a continuation of improvement in the market.” – Dr. Carson “We do still have shortages of course, in particular with existing homes and it’s going to take a while for us to rectify that situation, but it’s all moving in the right direction.” – Dr. Carson “While none of us wanted this to happen and hope it ends quickly, thankfully it’s during a rather strong housing market.” – Commissioner Montgomery “The key thing we want to make sure that people understand is that no-one should lose their home as a result of this.” – “Commissioner Montgomery “We wanted to stop in their tracks any foreclosures or evictions that were going on. But we also wanted to emphasize to people that we have a relationship with the services and we asked them to exercise forbearance.” – Dr Carson “If you foresee an issue with your mortgage payment, you need to contact your servicer and they will work with you.” – Dr. Carson “You still have to contact your lender if you think you’re going to miss a payment or get behind on a payment.” – Brian Buffini “People should not be embarrassed. Recognize that this is a widespread problem. Your neighbor may look like they’re very prosperous, but really they’re thinking the same thing you are.” – Dr. Carson “We recognize that we have an obligation to the people that we serve and we’re going to make sure it is fulfilled.” – Dr. Carson “This has come to pass; it hasn’t come to stay.” – Beverly Buffini “We want to be the voice of steady and calm.” – Commissioner Montgomery “People are just reaching out. For the most part, we Americans are peaceful people who care about their neighbor.” – Dr. Carson “It’s so important for us to recognize to not allow ourselves to be changed by the purveyors of hatred and division.” – Dr. Carson “The words (of encouragement) are already there. They’re in our pledge of allegiance – one nation under God.” – Dr. Carson “It’s in our national anthem, at the end of that first stanza, where it says the land of the free and the home of the brave. You can’t be free, unless you’re brave. It’s on every coin in our pocket and every bill in our wallet that says ‘In God We Trust.’” – Dr. Carson “It doesn’t matter what your faith is. Godly principles of loving your fellow man, caring about your neighbour, developing your God-given talents to the utmost so that you become valuable to the people round you, having values and principles that govern your life. That’s who we are and, if we do that, there is no issue that can conquer us a people.” – Dr. Carson   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.

“Lessons are coming, and better days lie ahead.”– Brian Buffini How do you make a comeback after experiencing a trial, a setback or a difficulty? In this episode, Brian explains how he handled a series of life crises in a way that made his relationships better, his family stronger and his business more prosperous. Topics discussed include how Buffini & Company survived the impact of the last recession, how Brian’s family coped when their home was destroyed by a wildfire and how Brian himself endured his own serious health issues. Our team has put together an awesome book of inspirational quotes for you. Click here to grab it! Download Quote Book   YOU WILL LEARN: How the fire of a crisis can refine, purify and increase your value. How you can begin anew. How you can simplify your life.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “My Way,” by Frank Sinatra “I Get Knocked Down,” by Chumbawamba “Cool Hand Luke,” movie “The Color Purple,” movie “God is Trying to Tell You Something,” song “Amazing Grace,” by Wintley Phipps “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “The Richest Man in Babylon,” by George S. Clason “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino “The Power of Habit,” by Charles Duhigg   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “How do we become more valuable as human beings? Through these trials and through the intense heat of life, the impurities get burned off.”  – Brian Buffini “It is in the quiet crucible of your personal, private sufferings that your noblest dreams are born and God’s greatest gifts are given.” – Wintley Phipps “Trials teach us what we are; they dig up the soil and they let us see what we’re made of.” – Charles Spurgeon “Circumstances do not make the man; they reveal him.” – James Allen “Removing impurities in the human heart, that hurts. And it’s the kind of personal growth that nobody wants.” – Brian Buffini “When you actively engage in gradually refining yourself, you retreat from your lazy ways of covering yourself or making excuses.” – Epictetus “I do not think that there is any other quality so essential to success of any kind as the quality of perseverance. It overcomes almost everything, even nature.” – John D. Rockefeller “If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl. But whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. “Life is too short to get caught up in the tragedies of the past.”  – Brian Buffini “Procrastination is the silent killer. Act now.” – Brian Buffini “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but building the new.” – Socrates “And let us not grow weary of doing good. For in due season we will reap if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9 “Whatever you’re dealing with, I just hope you keep your chin up, keep your hopes up, keep your eyes up, look up, pray up, fellowship up and keep up and you’ll be just fine.” – 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 going to pass. This short-term virus negative impact will pass.” – Dr. Yun   In these uncertain times, it’s vital to arm yourself with facts so you can prepare for and deal with any challenges. In this special bonus episode, Brian interviews NAR Chief Economist Dr. Lawrence Yun and gets his take on how the economy and the housing market will be affected by the Coronavirus. Replacing fear with facts, this content will help you navigate this difficult time for our country, our world and specifically our marketplace.   YOU WILL LEARN:• How fluctuations in the economy will impact the real estate market. • If the Spring selling season will be pushed back into Summer. • Why the economy and the real estate industry will bounce back.   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “We have faced many, many different crises in the past as a country.” – Brian Buffini “Housing is on very solid ground, yet we are running into this economic quarantine ... that is shutting down the economy temporarily.” – Dr. Yun “The banking industry is in a completely different spot than it was going into the last recession.” – Brian Buffini “No matter what, this is going to be a shorter-term situation than what we faced with the last recession.” – Brian Buffini “If it is of short duration, one can anticipate quite a strong real estate rebound after say one or two months of somewhat of a lacklustre activity.” – Dr. Yun “We had a housing shortage going into this virus situation. And if the duration of this virus negative impact is short … we’ll run into the housing shortage right away again.” – Dr. Yun “If you don’t sell, you haven’t lost anything.” – Brian Buffini “In this time of crisis, the one place that people had to go to for their safe haven was their home. Their homes became their shelter, their comfort, their lifeboat.” – Brian Buffini “If it (the economic shutdown) is of short duration, it will be just a delayed Spring buying season. It could be in August or September when we see that normal Spring buying season occur.” – Dr. Yun “If there is a short duration Coronavirus impact, then we will see a fairly robust late Summer going into Fall home sales market.” – Dr. Yun “It’s almost impossible to project at this stage…Data is a rear-view mirror.” – Brian Buffini “It seems to me that, as we get ready, there will be a pent-up demand.” – Brian Buffini “It seems like the real estate business as a huge sector of the economy is actually poised to still perform pretty well.” – Brian Buffini “Housing is on very solid ground if we were to go into a recession.” – Dr. Yun “Real estate is always going to be this safe haven where people are putting their investment.” – Brian Buffini “In many ways, we’re well set up for this crisis on a major level.” – Brian Buffini “The fact that we are in a very accommodating monetary policy means mortgage rates will be at historic lows. The most recent data shows about 3.3 percent. It could even go down to 3 percent.” – Dr. Yun “Half of Americans don’t have any exposure to the stock market, so they’re just looking at the low mortgage rates.” – Dr. Yun “Once the all-clear signal is addressed to say the virus situation is over, I think we’re going to see a great robust rebound in people searching for homes.” – Dr. Yun “People need to be reminded to be resourceful.” – Dr. Yun “Stay at home, but if you’re staying at home, how can you be resourceful?” – Dr. Yun “I would like to see more home building activity come onto the market once we go past this crisis.” – Dr. Yun “If one feels that their job is secure, and many jobs are…take advantage of the record-low mortgage rates” – Dr. Yun “Maybe there are less buyers out in the market during the crisis, which means there’s less competition and better price negotiation potential.” – Dr. Yun “Right now, home is the only safe place that you know you have.” – Brian Buffini “There will be more people working at home…so we may actually begin to see more people wanting to search for different homes to fit their lifestyle a little better.” – Dr. Yun “The housing market has a huge potential for growth.” – Dr. Yun “Over the next five years, probably four of those five years will be an improving year.” – Dr. Yun “People who are planning for the future long term in real estate, they will do well.” – Dr. Yun “When you have a bit of a longer-term perspective, it seems to take you out of the short-term panic.” – Brian Buffini “The sky is not falling. This is a difficult time. In many ways, this could be our finest hour.” – Brian Buffini “It’s going to pass. This short-term virus negative impact will pass.” – Dr. Yun “Even if it takes a little longer to contain it, there is such a solid fundamental for the real estate market, things will play out very well over the long haul.” – Dr. Yun   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.

“A man is literally what he thinks, his character being the complete sum of all his thoughts.” – James Allen   In the 1903 classic “As a Man Thinketh,” James Allen explains why we are what we think. In this episode, Brian reads the full text of the book and reflects on why this powerful treatise on thought has had such a profound impact on his own thinking and habits. With principles that are still as relevant today as they were over 100 years ago, this book demonstrates how our thoughts mold and direct our lives. DOWNLOAD FREE BOOK   Would you like your own copy of “As a Man Thinketh?” Brian shares this special gift, freshly redesigned by our team, as an additional tool to aid you in transforming your thought life.  Download it and read it again and again!   YOU WILL LEARN: The effect of thought on circumstances. The link between thought and purpose. The power of serenity.   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A man cannot directly choose his circumstances, but he can choose his thoughts, and so indirectly, yet surely, shape his circumstances.” – James Allen “A man should conceive of a legitimate purpose in his heart and set out to accomplish it.” – James Allen “Doubt and fear are the great enemies of knowledge, and he who encourages them, who does not slay them, thwarts himself at every step. He who has conquered doubt and fear has conquered failure.” – James Allen “All that a man achieves and all that he fails to achieve is the direct result of his own thoughts.” – James Allen “Victories attained by right thought can only be maintained by watchfulness. Many give way when success is assured and rapidly fall back into failure.” – James Allen “Dream lofty dreams, and as you dream, so shall you become.” – James Allen “Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom. It is the result of long and patient effort in self-control.” – James Allen “The more tranquil a man becomes, the greater is his success, his influence, his power for good.” – James Allen   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 would rather fail massively pursuing the desires of my heart, what I know to be true as a Plan A, than be safely snug at home suffering with the existence of Plan B.” – Brian Buffini   It is perceived wisdom that it’s always a good idea to have a Plan B, just in case Plan A doesn’t work out. In this episode, recorded live at the Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit, Brian explains why this is false thinking and why focusing on and decisively working towards what you really want is the best plan of all.      YOU WILL LEARN: To focus on your wins. The importance of being decisive. When to take action. Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit is designed to inspire, motivate and help unlock the best version of you. Catch Brian live and hear from more dynamic speakers at MasterMind Summit 2020, August 2 – 4 in San Diego.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit Episode 025, The Power of a Made-Up Mind “Decisive,” by Chip Heath and Dan Heath   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Stubborn is bad when it’s connected to pride. Stubborn is great when it’s connected to resolve.” – Brian Buffini “Never give in – never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense.” – Winston Churchill “Short-term emotions make for really bad long-term decisions.” – Brian Buffini “To double your net worth, double your self-worth because you will never exceed the height of your self-image.” – Robin Sharma. “I believe formal education can make you a good living. I believe self-education can make you a fortune.” – 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.

“Keep going. Start slow and finish fast.” – Hal Higdon Renowned runner, author and coach Hal Higdon has helped more people run longer distances that anybody else in the world. In this episode, Brian interviews Hal about the unique system he developed to help millions of average, everyday people train to run long distances. YOU WILL LEARN: How Hal developed his transformative training methodology. Why that methodology works not only for running, but for life and business too. How to set a goal, stay motivated and be consistent. Want business solutions that work? It seems to be a commonality that, to succeed, you need someone in your corner to cheer you on. We’ve been doing that here at Buffini & Company for years with thousands of small business owners across North America who benefit from our business coaching. Click the button above to schedule your free business consultation. Free Business Consultation MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: www.halhigdon.com “Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide,” by Hal Higdon Buffini & Company Free Business Consultation   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “One of the most important things is to establish a goal. Know where you’re going to be long range – whether it’s a few months from now or a few years from now – and work towards that goal.” – Hal Higdon “Don’t do it alone.” – Hal Higdon “Learn from other people. Learn from other runners and enjoy life.” – Hal Higdon “You have to continue to motivate yourself on a daily basis and keep in mind the amount of the goal.” – Hal Higdon “It’s not how hard you train but that you continue to train over a long, long period of time.” – Hal Higdon “Consistency is the real key in doing anything.” – Hal Higdon “You’re born with talent to do something.” – Hal Higdon   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 never met a piece of real estate I didn’t like.” – Brian Buffini Brian Buffini has been teaching on finance for over three decades. In this episode, Brian answers financial questions live on air from Insiders, as well as questions submitted to the online Ask Brian platform. Topics discussed include giving with balance, aligning different financial philosophies and investing to build wealth. YOU WILL LEARN: How to give while still reaching your financial goals. How to be more intentional and focused in what you do. How to make a fortune with your investment strategies.   Please remember that while Brian has great insights to share, he can’t know your unique situation or what specific advice might apply best to you. You should always consult your professional advisors before making any financial or investment decisions.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Finding Chika,” by Mitch Albom “Becoming Warren Buffet,” movie “Inside Bill’s Brain,” movie Episode #136, “The Brian Buffini Show” Episode #054, The Brian Buffini Show”    INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Give it out in slices; it comes back in loaves.” – George Buffini “You don’t give to get, but you do get because you give.” – Brian Buffini “You’ve got to go after it with everything you’ve got. There’s a life and death struggle to every entrepreneur.” – Brian Buffini “Real estate is the fairest business there is because everything you put into it is what you get out of it.” Brian Buffini “Investment real estate is another job; it’s another business and you have to view it as such.” 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’re not truly successful, you’re not truly the great white, until you take others with you.” – Walter Bond In business, success is often measured by the ability to beat the competition. However, to really achieve lasting success and make a difference in the world, you must work with, not against, other people. In this episode, Brian interviews former NBA star Walter Bond about his impactful new book, “Swim!: How a Shark, a Suckerfish and a Parasite Teach You Leadership, Mentorship and Next Level Success.” Walter explains why we should apply the principles of collaboration used by sharks in the ocean to connect with and learn from others in order to really succeed.   YOU WILL LEARN: The Sacred Six lessons of the shark. How to build a network of helpers and avoid parasites. Why your mistakes do not define you and how you can keep moving forward. You will also hear the two gentlemen reminisce about when Walter was a guest speaker at the Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit. This event is designed to inspire, motivate and help unlock the best version of you. Catch Brian live and hear from more dynamic speakers at MasterMind Summit 2020, August 2 – 4 in San Diego.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 114, The Brian Buffini Show “Swim!: How a Shark, a Suckerfish and a Parasite Teach You Leadership, Mentorship and Next Level Success,” by Walter Bond   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Great coaches develop their players.”  – Walter Bond “Keep moving forward. Your biggest trials and tribulations can come back to be your biggest blessings if you move forward and learn from your mistakes.” – Walter Bond “If you want to be at the top of your food chain, it’s going to require you to think positive and it’s going to require you to focus on the most important things that are going to make you successful.” – Walter Bond “We become what we repeatedly do.” – Aristotle “You’re not truly successful, you’re not truly the great white, until you take others with you.” – Walter Bond   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 become your own best friend, you’ll find yourself becoming a better friend to everyone in your life.” – Brian Buffini   An Ego by definition is “a person’s sense of self-esteem or self-importance.” When we have an unhealthy ego, full of pride or low self-esteem, we become our own worst enemy — undermining our good efforts and damaging our relationships. In this episode, Brian explains how to cultivate a healthy ego so that you can stop self-sabotaging and become your own best friend and most valuable asset.   YOU WILL LEARN: How to have a loving sense of self. Why resiliency is so important. How to solve problems with a fresh perspective. Why the capacity to develop relationships is key. Why a sense of meaning and purpose is vital in life.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “What to Say When You Talk to Yourself,” by Shad Helmstetter, Ph.D. “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance,” by Angela Duckworth “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “Man’s Search for Meaning,” by Viktor E. Frankl www.storybrand.com   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A person can only go and grow their business as far as they go and grow themselves.” – Brian Buffini “You can’t really love someone else unless you really love yourself first.” – Mr. Rogers “Failure is an event, not a person.” – Zig Ziglar “It’s not how far you fall, but how high you bounce that counts.” – Zig Ziglar “Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones to success.” – Dale Carnegie “True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” – C.S. Lewis “A healthy ego ultimately has a sense of meaning and purpose that will leave a legacy.” – 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.

“Like the laws of nature, the laws of gravity and the laws of physics, the true principles of success have been with us for thousands of years.” – Og Mandino   In this fast-paced world, we often look for quick fixes and easy solutions for success and are blind to the old principles that always work. In this episode, recorded live at the Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit, Brian explores some of the timeless lessons of success he has learned from his mentor and the greatest salesman in the world, Og Mandino. DOWNLOAD FREE RESOURCE   At the end of this episode, Brian walks the audience through a writing exercise for defining goals in each of the five circles of life. Our team has put together a resource so you can do the very same. Use this free worksheet to help you examine the five areas in your life where you can begin anew. Click the button above to grab it! YOU WILL LEARN: Why life is a game. Why you must embrace failure if you want to succeed. Why you never need to go it alone.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino “I’ll Cry Tomorrow,” by Lillian Roth Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Like the laws of nature, the laws of gravity and the laws of physics, the true principles of success have been with us for thousands of years.” – Og Mandino “The most important secret of success that I had to learn the hard way is that life is a game. And you can’t play in that game with any chance at all of winning unless you know the rules.” – Og Mandino “We want to be a pro at the game of life.” – Brian Buffini “If you want to succeed, you have got to learn to live with failure.” – Og Mandino “One of the key ingredients to success is how you embrace the seasons and the experiences of failure and turn them into your gift.” – Brian Buffini “No man or woman is an island. Success can absolutely not be achieved alone. There is no such thing as a self-made man or a self-made woman. All of us need help to achieve, to grow or to recover from a disaster.” – Og Mandino   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.

“Most groups add up to less than the sum of their parts but, in great cultures, people add up to more.” – Daniel Coyle Culture is the most powerful force driving a group’s performance. In this episode, Brian interviews author Daniel Coyle about his book, “The Culture Code.” Daniel explains where great culture comes from and teaches how to build and sustain culture in a big, small or even family group.  YOU WILL LEARN: 3 main skills to build a phenomenal culture. What makes a culture successful. How culture influences performance in the workplace. You will also hear the two gentlemen reminisce when Daniel was a guest speaker at the Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit. This event is designed to inspire, motivate and help unlock the best version of you. Catch Brian live and hear from more dynamic speakers at MasterMind Summit 2020, August 2 – 4 in San Diego.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Talent Code,” by Daniel Coyle “The Culture Code,” by Daniel Coyle Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit “The Right Stuff,” by Tom Wolfe   FAVORITE QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Groups that are tightly connected, groups that have got that bond, that chemistry, end up performing better.” – Daniel Coyle “Any culture can succeed when the waters are calm, but it is when there is a crisis that cultures are truly tested.” – Daniel Coyle “The culture you really control is the 15 feet around you.” – Daniel Coyle “Be patient, human behavior is hard to change.” – Daniel Coyle   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.

“Zihuatanejo is ultimately a state of mind.” – Brian Buffini When it comes to creating more peace and joy in our lives, a picture is worth a thousand words. In this episode, recorded live at Buffini & Company’s The Peak Experience, Brian teaches how to create a vision of your own Zihuatanejo, just as the character Andy Dufresne did in “The Shawshank Redemption.” At the end of this episode, Brian walks the audience through a writing exercise for creating their own Zihuatanejo. Our team has put together a resource to help you do the very same. Click the button below to grab it! DOWNLOAD FREE RESOURCE   YOU WILL LEARN: To set inspiring goals. To work on personal growth and self-development. To follow the money rules.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Shawshank Redemption” movie The Peak Experience 2020   FAVORITE QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “It takes an awful lot of work to get to simple.” – Brian Buffini “If you can visualize it, if you can dream it, there’s some way to do it.” – Walt Disney “You can be of service to someone else. And, oh by the way, as you shine a light to someone else’s path, it will be a light to your own.” – Brian Buffini “Disciplines and habits are positive new patterns you choose to establish.” – Brian Buffini “Every dream has a process and a price tag.” – Brian Buffini   THEME MUSIC: Check out “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com   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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“If you want to be a force for good, you’ve got to have a force for action.” – Brian Buffini In today’s extremely distracted and unfocused world, many people are just going through the motions. Instead of taking meaningful action to get on track for success, they get stuck because they lack ‘hustle.’  In this episode, Brian explains what it means to hustle and shares how it has been one of the key ingredients in his own journey to success.   YOU WILL LEARN WHY IT’S IMPORTANT TO: Pick up the pace. Create a sense of urgency. Increase the heat, without burning out.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Do the Hustle” song “The Power of Full Engagement”   FAVORITE QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I’ve always felt that I was a man of average talent, but I don’t think I’m a person of average hustle.” – Brian Buffini “We don’t want to just be busy with activity. There’s a big difference between productivity and activity.” – Brian Buffini “If you want to be a force for good, you’ve got to have a force for action.” – Brian Buffini “Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.” – Will Rogers “Without a sense of urgency, desire loses its value.” – Jim Rohn “Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Being willing is not enough; we must do.” – Leonardo da Vinci   THEME MUSIC: Check out “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave.   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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I believe success is a series of new beginnings.” — Brian Buffini Do you want to improve your life this year? In this episode, Brian explains how, even when faced with difficulties, this can be your best year yet if you analyze what holds you back, get consistent and become effective. If you want to launch into the new year in the right way, then don’t miss this episode! Interested in making 2020 your best year ever? Check out Buffini & Company Master Class and learn from industry legend Brian Buffini and more! Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s podcast: “The mistake that many people make is they want a cataclysmic change from the previous year.” — Brian Buffini “I believe success is a series of new beginnings.” — Brian Buffini “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” — Winston Churchill “If you keep improving over a period of time, it becomes radical.” — Brian Buffini “Setting a goal is not the main thing. It is deciding how you will go about achieving it and staying with that plan.” — Tom Landry “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” —  Abraham Lincoln “To build trust with another human being, be consistent.” — Brian Buffini “Here’s the key component in achievement. You need to build trust with yourself. The only way you’re going to build trust with yourself is to be consistent.” — Brian Buffini “Inconsistency is the only thing in which men are consistent.” — Horace Smith “A habit cannot be tossed out the window; it must be coaxed down the stairs a step at a time.” — Mark Twain “Good habits are the keys to all success. Bad habits are the unlocked door to failure.”  — Og Mandino “You’re not a quitter.” — Brian Buffini “A quitter is somebody who gives up permanently…the key is to keep getting back in the game.” — Brian Buffini “When life gets in the way, our goals and our plans can go out the window.” — Brian Buffini “Life is always going to happen.” — Brian Buffini “Never miss twice. If you miss one day, try to get back on track as quickly as possible.”  — James Clear “Success does not consist in never making mistakes, but in never making the same one a second time.” — George Bernard Shaw “When I’ve learned a lesson the hard way, I don’t plan on learning that lesson again.” — Brian Buffini “We’ve all got to be doers.” — Brian Buffini “You can be very active, but not very productive.” — Brian Buffini “If you want to become a reader, leave a book on your pillow.” — Brian Buffini   Mentioned in this episode: Episode 182, "The Brian Buffini Show" "Atomic Habits" by James Clear “Tiny Habits” by BJ Fogg Buffini & Company Master Class   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Keep doing, keep trying and keep analyzing.” – Brian Buffini No matter where you are on the path to success, there’s always more to learn. In this episode, Brian answers questions on personal growth from Buffini Insiders. Topics discussed include how to untap your potential, find your true purpose and stay motivated. If you want to expand your thinking and keep growing, then this podcast is a must! Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s podcast: “When you’re totally free, you can be in bondage.” – Brian Buffini “The best way to analyze your personal growth is to journal.” – Brian Buffini “Along the way, life leaves little clues.” – Brian Buffini “You want to find out the little things that mean the most to you.” – Brian Buffini “A purpose can also be made up of a series of things.” – Brian Buffini “There’s different seasons, there’s different reasons, there’s different places on the journey.” – Brian Buffini “Find out what gives you that tuning fork moment.” – Brian Buffini “Keep doing, keep trying and keep analyzing.” – Brian Buffini “Follow the breadcrumbs.” – Brian Buffini “People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing - that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar “Sometimes the tank runs empty.” – Brian Buffini “Motivation is one day at a time. Success is one day at a time. Relationships are one day at a time. Business is one day at a time.” – Brian Buffini “You’ve got to have the long-term vision…but success is one day at a time.” – Brian Buffini “All organization breaks down into prioritization and systemization.” – Brian Buffini “It gets down to first things first. What are the non-negotiables?” – Brian Buffini “It’s always good to develop a ‘do not disturb’ sign for your forehead!” – Brian Buffini “The worst feeling in the world is ‘I can’t win.’” – Brian Buffini “I felt compelled once I had the chance to help people.” – Brian Buffini “Often, out of your pain comes your purpose.” – Brian Buffini “Along with the dream come a few nightmares!” – Brian Buffini “Embracing the grind is the characteristic of the highest achievers.” – Brian Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Don’t forget where you’ve come from this year and also savor what you’ve achieved.” — Brian Buffini Every Christmas, Brian gives himself a gift that has been vital to the mindset, motivation and methodologies of success throughout his career. In this episode, he explains how, between Christmas and New Year, he takes the time to reflect, reorganize and reload. You’ll learn three ways to get ready for the new year. As a Buffini Insider perk, we wanted to gift you with a worksheet, ‘Tis the Season,  that will provide you a space to reflect, reorganize and reload. Follow along and put your year into perspective, identify your true priorities and refocus on your goals. If you want to start the year with all guns blazing, then you won’t want to miss this episode! three ways to get ready for the new year and we wanted to gift you with a worksheet that will provide you a space to reflect, reorganize and reload.” Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for this week’s exclusive resource and for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Don’t forget to download your exclusive resource! Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s podcast: “It’s very important that you don’t forget where you’ve come from, both in the long term and the short term.” — Brian Buffini “The days are long and the years are short.” — Anonymous “If you know from whence you came, there are absolutely no limitations to where you can go.” — James Baldwin “Don’t forget where you’ve come from this year and also savor what you’ve achieved.” — Brian Buffini “The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.” — Stephen Covey “Clutter is a physical manifestation of fear that cripples our ability to grow.” — H.G. Chissell “Early in my career, I thought that organization would destroy my creativity, whereas now I feel the opposite. Discipline is the concrete that allows you to be creative.” — Verna Gibson “First you go to work on your goals, then your goals go to work on you.” — Jim Rohn “Goals need to be in writing.” — Brian Buffini “Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” — Bobby Unser “The most successful people will tell you of all the people who helped them.” — Brian Buffini “Human beings do better together. They do better with support.” — Brian Buffini “Nothing holds a person accountable like another person. That is really where the magic happens.” — Brian Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“We need to replace the ‘I can’t’ with an ‘I can’ so we can persevere in the moment.”– Beverly Buffini   Life has highs and lows, and it can be difficult to persevere when times are tough. In this episode, recorded live at a Buffini & Company event, Beverly Buffini teaches the three affirmations that model the winning attitude and spirit of the Buffini family. Featuring Beverly’s personal stories of overcoming adversity, by the end of this episode you’ll be fired up to never quit, no matter what!   Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity.” – Albert Schweitzer “When we say ‘I can’t,’ we’re actually giving up.” – Beverly Buffini “We need to replace the ‘I can’t’ with an ‘I can’ so we can persevere in the moment.” – Beverly Buffini “When we give up, we develop the quitting muscle.” – Beverly Buffini “When you feel like quitting…change your course and change your thinking.” – Beverly Buffini “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9 “Self-confidence is the most attractive quality a person can have. How can anyone see how great you are, if you can’t see it yourself?” –Anonymous “When you give up, you shatter your self-confidence.” – Beverly Buffini “When we give up, we live with regret.” – Beverly Buffini “When we want to quit, we have to push a little bit further because we never know what’s right underneath our feet.” – Beverly Buffini “Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” – Thomas Edison “Stop, but then start again.” – Beverly Buffini “When we persevere, we build the achievement muscle.” – Beverly Buffini “We’ve intentionally raised our children to have a winning attitude.” – Beverly Buffini “When you achieve, it’s contagious and it affects other people.” – Beverly Buffini “Nothing builds self-esteem and self-confidence like accomplishment.”  – Thomas Carlyle “When we persevere, we’re fitter for life.” – Beverly Buffini “I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life, and that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan “When we persevere, we become an unstoppable person.” – Beverly Buffini “Don’t say I wish, say I will.” – Beverly Buffini “If you want to achieve your goals, you’ve got to write those goals down.” – Beverly Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“My job is to point out what’s coming so that you can navigate and win.”– Brian Buffini  Are you ready for what 2020 has in store? The real estate sector is undergoing a time of unprecedented change, and there will be more challenges in the year ahead. In this episode, Brian shares his bold predictions for the market in 2020 by using the most up-to-date research to cut through the clutter and analyze the state of the market, the industry and the agent. If you want to know what to expect, how to effectively and easily deal with upcoming changes and how to capitalize on future opportunities, then this podcast is for you!   Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “My job is to point out what’s coming so that you can navigate and win.” – Brian Buffini “Buyers are more anxious than ever before. You have to be very confident, you have to be very reassuring and you’ve got to know your facts.” – Brian Buffini “Talking to clients during negative news cycles – that’s what you’re going to have to become expert at.” – Brian Buffini “As a pro, you need to be able to bring perspective. It needs to be based in truth; it needs to be based in fact. You need to be prepared for it; you need to get skilled for it.” – Brian Buffini “Real estate is being disrupted as we speak.”  – Brian Buffini “The market will always find efficiencies.” – Brian Buffini “Disruption can be a good thing.”  – Brian Buffini “Disruption starts with unhappy customers, not technology. Technology is not something to be feared. It’s something that helps.” – Brian Buffini “Disruption happens because unhappy customers happen…customers are not getting their needs met.” – Brian Buffini “The key component is how we focus on our customers. This, to me, is a silent disruption to our industry.” – Brian Buffini “The way to succeed? Get in the consumer game.” – Brian Buffini “We all have to get back to the customer – that’s who our boss is, that’s who we work for.” – Brian Buffini “Work on your skills…I have never seen agents this poorly trained, this poorly skilled.” – Brian Buffini “The more we erode the skills, the more opportunity that arises for the truly skilled.” – Brian Buffini “You’ve got to hustle!” – Brian Buffini “We want success without work, we want money without sacrifice – it’s just not the way the world works.” – Brian Buffini “The most referable skill is negotiation.” – Brian Buffini “If you create inventory, you can control your own business.” – Brian Buffini “Superior is a discernible differentiation. Don’t just give people what they paid for...give everybody more than they paid for.” – Brian Buffini “You can do this! If you have a desire to serve people, you can do it.” – Brian Buffini “You can have a great business, you can have a great life and you can serve your customers in a fantastic way. That, ultimately, is the boldest prediction I have.” – Brian Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Be patient and be passionate.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann From surviving the hardship of communist Hungary to becoming the living embodiment of the American Dream, OPI cofounder Suzi Weiss-Fischmann is an extraordinary powerhouse in the beauty industry. In this episode, Brian interviews Suzi about her book, “I’m Not Really a Waitress,” - his favorite book of 2019 - and discovers the inspirational story behind The First Lady of Nails.    Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!    Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “This country has opportunities like no place in the world.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “I always wanted to control my own destiny.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “You have a dream, you pursue that dream, you can achieve it.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “A business without a vision isn’t a business, it’s a pastime.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “There’ll be zigs and zags in the road, but you just continue on your path.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “It’s very important for grand success to have long-term vision.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “Relationships are extremely important.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “Today’s consumer wants to be part of the brand.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “Free press is every bit as good as paid press.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “Mistakes happen; you’ve got to move on.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “If you feel good about something, go for it. If your gut tells you yes, believe in yourself.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “I feel as passionate today as when I started.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “My challenge was always ‘how do I do better than I did yesterday?’” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “The one thing I never forgot is where I came from…and I do not want to go back there.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “Life is all about experiences…you learn from each one of them.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “You’re only as good as the people who work for you.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “If you delegate and give authority to people, they can do things better than you.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann “Be patient and be passionate.” – Suzi Weiss-Fischmann   Mentioned in this episode: “I’m Not Really a Waitress,” by Suzi Weiss-Fischmann   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Being broke is simply a state of your account – being poor is a state of mind. You have to fix the mind and the account.” – Brian Buffini What are the core differences between those who struggle financially and those who are millionaires? In this episode, recorded live at Buffini & Company’s MasterMind Summit, Brian dives into The 10 Vows of the Rich and explores the mindset, actions and disciplines of the rich, as inspired by Og Mandino’s book, “The Greatest Salesman in the World, Part 2: The End of the Story.” If you want to know how to have a rich life, then this podcast is for you! “For our Buffini Insiders, we have a gift as a way to say thanks. Our team has put together an outline of the Vows of the Rich for you to keep and review often. This resource, along with the Ancient Scrolls for Success, are posted in Brian’s office and also in his home. He reviews them every morning and now you can do the same. Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today and download this week’s exclusive copy of The Ten Vows of the Rich! Also, for receive the exclusive content. Already an Insider?  Download your exclusive copy of The 10 Vows of the Rich to keep and review often. Also, don’t forget to ask Brian a question! If you want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success, log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “What we’re looking for is a rich life.” – Brian Buffini “One element of the rich life is finance.” – Brian Buffini “Being broke is simply a state of your account – being poor is a state of mind. You have to fix the mind and the account.” – Brian Buffini “Warren Buffet made 99 percent of his money after the age of 52.” – Brian Buffini “Rags to riches is a common story in America…because the opportunity is here.” – Brian Buffini “Self-pity is an acid which eats holes in happiness.” – Earl Nightingale “If you have self-pity, then you are a victim. If you are a victim, you’re not in charge…you will not change your economic circumstances.” – Brian Buffini “Those who maintain both a calendar and a to-do list are 289 percent more likely to be millionaires.” – Dr. Randall Bell “Building relationships with people…is the best way to build a business. It’s also the best way to build a life.” – Brian Buffini “Analyze your mistakes. You’ve already paid the tuition, you might as well get the lesson.” – Tim Fargo “I never dreamed about success; I worked for it.” – Estee Lauder “I’ve never worked a day in my life without selling. If I believe in something, I sell it and I sell it hard.” – Estee Lauder “They say opportunity knocks? Let me tell you – distraction lays on the doorbell.” – Brian Buffini “The only time you’re waiting is when you’re planning.” – Brian Buffini   Mentioned in this episode: “The Greatest Salesman in the World, Part 2: The End of the Story,” by Og Mandino “From Now On”, from “The Greatest Showman”   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Whatever time we get, it’s given, it’s not lost. Appreciate it that way and you’ll hug your kids a lot tighter.” – Mitch Albom   What does it mean to be a family? In this episode, Brian interviews bestselling author Mitch Albom about his new book, “Finding Chika.” This heart-warming memoir of love and loss tells the story of a young Haitian orphan called Chika who taught Mitch that families can be made in many ways, changing his life forever.  No matter where you are today, this episode has a message of hope and encouragement for you. Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Carrying her (Chika) to the end of her journey was my job.” – Mitch Albom “She gave us the greatest gift that anyone can be given – she made us a family.” – Mitch Albom “God blessed my life.” – Mitch Albom “The book “Finding Chika” is not a sad story…it’s a story about how you make a family, first and foremost.” – Mitch Albom “There are many ways that families are made.” – Mitch Albom “Our job is carrying our children, all of us.” – Mitch Albom “What we carry defines us.” – Mitch Albom “It’s never too late to start a family.” – Mitch Albom “There are children all over the world, like Chika, who need help like this. We are a family of man here.” – Mitch Albom “We did not lose a child; we were given a child. Everybody should be able to look at their children that way.” – Mitch Albom “Whatever time we get, it’s given, it’s not lost. Appreciate it that way and you’ll hug your kids a lot tighter.” – Mitch Albom   Mentioned in this episode: Have Faith Haiti “Finding Chika,” by Mitch Albom   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“We can break bad habits and we can institute good habits.” – Brian Buffini Good habits are one of the key ingredients of success. In this episode, Brian shares how you can change your life by changing your habits, one step at a time. If you want to stop living on autopilot, break bad habits and build up positive habits instead, then this episode is for you!Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question!Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air! Inspirational quotes from today’s interview:“The vast majority of habits are unconscious.” – Brian Buffini“We can break bad habits and we can institute good habits.” – Brian Buffini“Good habits are the key to all success. Bad habits are the unlocked door to failure.” – Og Mandino“Habits create stability.” – Brian Buffini“We have to be aware that we have a homeostasis towards certain habits.” – Brian Buffini“Habits die hard.” – Brian Buffini“It takes a lot to break those old habits.” – Brian Buffini“Bad habits are like a comfortable bed. Easy to get into, hard to get out of.” – Anonymous“Habits are automatic.” – Brian Buffini“We can make a good habit automatic. We can stop an automatic bad habit.” – Brian Buffini“Habits will form whether you want them or not. Whatever you repeat, you reinforce.” – James Clear“Repetition of the same thought or physical action develops into a habit which, repeated frequently enough, becomes an automatic reflex.” – Norman Vincent Peale“Habits are compounding.” – Brian Buffini“Small changes will make a big difference over a long period of time.” – Brian Buffini“Anytime you take the smallest of bad habits and replace them with a good habit, you change your life.” – Brian Buffini“If you don’t think small things make a difference, try sleeping in a room with a mosquito.” – Anonymous“We build our character from the bricks of habit we pile up day by day.” – Zig Ziglar“Routines are very, very powerful.” – Brian Buffini“The difference between who you are and who you want to be is what you do.” – Charles Duhigg“If you don’t like your outcomes, change your responses.” – Jack Canfield“Make the healthy response attractive.” – Brian Buffini“When you do the good stuff, reward yourself.” – Brian Buffini“Good habits are as addictive as bad habits, and a lot more rewarding.” – Harvey Mackay“Take small steps.” – Brian Buffini“The man who moves mountains begins by carrying away small stones.” – Confucius“We rise to great heights by a winding staircase of small steps.” – Francis Bacon“Identify with the habit personally.” – Brian Buffini“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” – Aristotle. Mentioned in this episode: "Atomic Habits," by James Clear  "The Power of Habit," by Charles Duhigg  "The Power of Full Engagement," by Tony Schwartzwww.halhigdon.com - Hal Higdon Connect with Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“A jackass is the common annoyance, it’s the everyday annoyance. But it’s the one that keeps happening.” – Scott Stratten   Have you ever had to deal with a jackass? In this episode, Brian interviews “UnMarketing’s” Scott Stratten about his new book - co-authored with Alison Stratten – “The Jackass Whisperer”. If you want to know how to deal with annoying people at work, at home and online – and even how to recognize the jackass within – then this podcast is for you! Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!    Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “My job is not to rehabilitate jerks on line; I’m not the jackass whisperer.” – Scott Stratten “It seems like, to me, jackassery is on the rise!” – Brian Buffini “The book is actually about empathy…the only thing we can control is ourselves.” – Scott Stratten “Jackasses are the purveyors of pet peeves.” – Scott Stratten “We can only stop the streak ourselves.” – Scott Stratten “We don’t think we’re part of the problem. And if we don’t think we’re part of the problem, we’ll never be able to create the solution.” – Scott Stratten “A jackass is the common annoyance, it’s the everyday annoyance. But it’s the one that keeps happening.” – Scott Stratten “We only give the benefit of the doubt to people we have already confirmed are good people.” – Scott Stratten “I believe humans are good.” – Scott Stratten “When I’m out of sorts, everyone’s a jackass!” – Brian Buffini “Whenever somebody is getting upset about something, it’s not the whole story.” – Scott Stratten “Nothing happens in a vacuum.” – Scott Stratten “Your mind is the biggest jackass of all.” – Scott Stratten “Unfortunately, whoever gets us at the end of our rope is usually our family.” – Scott Stratten “Pointed sarcasm in a relationship creates erosion.” – Scott Stratten “Everybody in every situation can be one (a jackass).” – Scott Stratten “We spend our whole lives trying to be in control of everything.” – Brian Buffini “You can make the day different.” – Scott Stratten “If today’s a bit better, that means tomorrow can be a bit better.” – Scott Stratten “All we have is today.” – Brian Buffini   Mentioned in this episode: The Brian Buffini Show, Episode 99 “The Jackass Whisperer”, by Scott Stratten and Alison Stratten   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“When it comes to winning financially…the tortoise always wins.” – Brian Buffini   Brian Buffini has been teaching on finance for over three decades. In this live studio session, Brian answers financial questions on air from longtime Buffini & Company Members and Insiders. Topics discussed include how to put a financial plan in place and stick to it, how to invest in real estate and how to use debt strategically.   Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand-new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “We will have little dips; but the dips are chances for us to catch our breath.” – Brian Buffini “For me, every time there’s a dip, I buy. I buy real estate and I buy stocks.” – Brian Buffini “I don’t time the market; I buy and I hold.” – Brian Buffini “You’ll double your income as fast as you double your self-esteem.” – Brian Buffini “The greatest vacation in the world is the one that’s paid for before you go!” – Brian Buffini “You need to have your financial plan in place and stick to it like your life depends on it; because it does.” – Brian Buffini “You have your budget, you have your savings, you have your investments and you win. And you win big.” – Brian Buffini “I won’t buy something unless I can put down 40 to 50 percent minimum.” – Brian Buffini “Use the market to your advantage.” – Brian Buffini “Having reserves is good peace of mind.” – Brian Buffini “We’re spending money we don’t have on things we don’t need to impress people we don’t even know.” – Brian Buffini “Consumer spending is at an all-time high right now. We’re starting to see the same loose practices that got people into trouble in the first place.” – Brian Buffini “When it comes to winning financially…the tortoise always wins.” – Brian Buffini “There’s nothing like owning real estate that ultimately pays you.” – Brian Buffini “There is an appropriate smart use of debt.” – Brian Buffini “I have used debt very strategically in my career.” – Brian Buffini “You need to journal your own journey.” – Brian Buffini    Shout-out to Buffini & Company Master Class here? To find out more about the business solutions that Buffini & Company offers visit buffiniandcompany.com/bc to sign up for a free consultation.   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“When you encourage…it’s like putting courage inside somebody.” – Brian Buffini  In today’s often negative and noisy world, we can forget to communicate our appreciation for other people. In this short and sweet episode, viewed through the lens of Irish singer- songwriter Van Morrison’s famous song, Brian shares why we must be intentional about affirming those we love. You’ll learn how to give others encouragement, affection and approval in a strong, public and unconditional way. Brian also reflects on his love for “The Brian Buffini Show” listeners and why he feels so privileged to be able to connect with so many people via this podcast. If you want to be lifted up, then this episode is for you!  Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!  Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “The demands of life are speeding up…We live in a time of anxiety and stress and uptightness.” – Brian Buffini “I really have to be intentional and focus on how great my life is.” – Brian Buffini “You have to be intentional to appreciate your life. You have to be intentional to have a good attitude. You have to be intentional to have gratitude.” – Brian Buffini “We judge ourselves by our intentions, but others judge us by our actions.” – Brian Buffini “The person who doesn’t affirm their affection and love for the people they love is at no advantage over the person who has no-one to love or is loved by nobody.” – Brian Buffini “Don’t be a judger; be a doer.” – Brian Buffini “Love is not to be purchased and affection has no price.” – St. Jerome “Don’t forget to tell your favorite people that you love them.” – Shirley Temple “Give it out in slices; it comes back in loaves.” – Brian Buffini “When you add a ‘but’ to an affirmation, all anybody gets is the ‘but’.” – Brian Buffini “Many times, the people around us are starving for acknowledgment. They haven’t heard a good word all day, all week…maybe all month.” – Brian Buffini “When you encourage…it’s like putting courage inside somebody.” – Brian Buffini  “I love this audience. I love people who want to grow.” – Brian Buffini “I think someone like you, who listens to a show like this, is kind of special.” – Brian Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Your purpose won’t show up one day; it shows up day by day.” – Brian Buffini Many people have no sense of purpose because they don’t know what they want or how to get it. In this episode, Brian teaches how to get more meaning and fulfilment from your business and your life. You’ll learn why people fail, how to discover your major purpose with a FREE worksheet “Finding Your Definite Major Purpose”, and to start living more purposefully. By the end of this episode, you’ll have everything you need to figure out what you really want, prioritize your activities and build habits that will help you become an on-purpose person. Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks – including a free download of “Finding Your Definite Major Purpose”– and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air and make sure to download this week’s FREE resource.   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Your purpose won’t show up one day; it shows up day by day.” – Brian Buffini “Most people aim for nothing and hit it with amazing accuracy.” – Joe Niego “If you don’t know where you’re going, every road will take you there.” – Brian Buffini “We don’t know what we want, so we have to ask questions.” – Brian Buffini “It’s very important not to abandon the sequence of how to get there.” – Brian Buffini “I believe success leaves clues.” – Brian Buffini “Your tomorrow builds on your today.” – Brian Buffini “What you’re doing today should be a stepping stone to get you to where you really want to be.” – Brian Buffini “Ask the question: what do I really want?” – Brian Buffini “Concentrate all your thoughts upon the work at hand. The sun’s rays do not burn until brought to a focus.” – Alexander Graham Bell “The man who chases two rabbits catches neither.” Confucius “The urgent creates overwhelm.” – Brian Buffini “Life in the blender is the speed of life that preoccupies us day to day and everything becomes the tyranny of the urgent.” – Brian Buffini “We have to be very intentional to take little timeouts.” – Brian Buffini “The number one reason we see people fail is when they are inconsistent.” – Brian Buffini “Everybody thinks they’re going to be consistent...but we all need help.” – Brian Buffini “What a different story people would have to tell if only they would adopt a definite purpose and stand by that purpose until it had time to become an all-consuming obsession.” – Napoleon Hill “Opportunity has a sly habit of slipping in the back door and often comes disguised in the form of misfortune or temporary defeat. Perhaps this is why so many fail to recognize opportunity.” – Napoleon Hill “Have definite, major purpose. Make up your mind and go after it with all gusto. That’s how to be a more purposeful person.” – Brian Buffini “It’s not enough to be busy. The question is, what are we busy about?” – Henry David Thoreau “The secret of success, of every person who has ever been successful, lies in the fact that he or she formed the habit of doing things that failures don’t like to do.” – Albert E.N. Gray “If you continually ask yourself, ‘What’s important now?’ you won’t waste time on the trivial.” – Lou Holtz “Every morning, wake up and ask yourself: ‘What’s my definite major purpose? What is it I’ve enjoyed doing in my life? What is very natural for me to do? Where do my gifts lie? Where do I have confidence? …Then ask, what’s important now?’” – Brian Buffini “Write yourself clear. Write out your thoughts.” – Brian Buffini “A purpose statement, when done right, gets shorter and shorter and shorter not longer and longer and longer. It gets clearer, it gets more concise, it gets more precise and it becomes more powerful.” – Brian Buffini “You can live a more purposeful life. You can have a more purposeful career. You can leave this world a little better than you found it. That’s what I’m hoping for with my work.” – Brian Buffini   Mentioned in this episode: “Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill “The Common Denominator of Success” by Albert E.N. Gray   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Every achievement in life depends on how you use your time.” – Dr. Alex Lackey Many of us would like to be better organized, but we’re not sure where or how to start. In this episode, recorded in April 1998, Brian interviews organizational expert Dr. Alex Lackey about the secrets of effective organization in business and in life. You’ll learn many time-management gems such as how to stay on track, avoid time wasters and be productive, not just busy. By the end of this impactful episode, you’ll have all you need to become a master organizer! Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Continually ask yourself: What is the best use of my time right now?” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Do it now.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Problems fester the longer it takes.”– Dr. Alex Lackey “Make decisions immediately when possible.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “If you can’t come up with anything else, come up with ‘maybe’.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “The number one thing that keeps us off task is ourselves.” – Brian Buffini “People spend all their time getting organized instead of doing it.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “We have too many tools. We have too many side-tracks and rabbit trails.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “What you need to do is decide where you’re going and stick to it.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “We can all be very, very busy but oftentimes we’re not being as productive as we’re capable of being.” – Brian Buffini “The more cluttered we get, the less we do.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Rather than get organized, get going and, while you’re going, get organized.” – Brian Buffini “Work contracts or expands to fit the time allowed for it.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Every achievement in life depends on how you use your time.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “The same time management that gives you achievement also gives you freedom.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “It’s not how much time you spend, it’s how you spend your time.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “You can go around in circles and never really get there. A really important thing in your planning is to set your goals and know where you’re headed.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Plan details – the steps, the deadlines. Plan that calendar in reverse.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Put the rubber to the road and fulfil your plan.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Put in your time schedule to provide time for creative thinking and planning.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Say regularly – ‘did that work’?” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Check up on yourself.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “If one thing doesn’t work then you’re going to try another, but you’re going to constantly keep evaluating.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “In the checking and the evaluating, wash the stars out of your eyes. Keep looking up there at that peak…but also get realistic.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Get input from others.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “There is nothing more important than effective communication.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “I don’t care what your product is, if you can’t get it across you’ve lost.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Say what you mean and mean what you say.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “You have to be ready to change, that’s why you have to be up to date.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Be realistic in your expectations of yourself and of others.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Don’t expect to sing at Carnegie Hall if you can’t carry a tune!” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Do what you’re designed to do.” – Brian Buffini “Know your strengths and your weaknesses. Where you are strong, develop it. Where you are weak…get help.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Time is life.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Watch for and catch tendencies that are not on track and nip them in the bud.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Stay creative. Don’t let the cookie-cutter mold get you.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Take some time for contemplation.” – Brian Buffini “Be creative in your approach, your solutions and your service.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Get in shape.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “You gotta laugh!” – Dr. Alex Lackey “Keep an outward focus.” – Dr. Alex Lackey “The best way to minimize your own problems is to support and be positive in encouraging others.” – Dr. Alex Lackey   Mentioned in this episode: “The Brian Buffini Show”, Episode 59 “Who Moved My Cheese?” by Spencer Johnson   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Management of your profile means knowing when to use your abilities and when not to use your abilities.” – Kevin Buffini Buffini & Company’s Heritage Profile™ is a powerful tool that helps people understand their own natural gifts and abilities, while mastering their unique communication styles. It’s also one of the reasons our clients earn more than 12 times the national average real estate industry income! In this episode, recorded live at a Buffini & Company event, Heritage Profile expert Kevin Buffini shares how to understand your own unique design and best manage yourself. By the end of the episode, you’ll know how to go from self-awareness to self-control and, ultimately, self-mastery.   Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question!   Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Everybody has an ability to be gifted.” – Kevin Buffini “I’ve never met anybody yet who was born gifted. Getting to a gifted spot requires a journey – what we call the journey of abilities.” – Kevin Buffini “Most people don’t know what they’re good at.” – Kevin Buffini “An awful lot of who we are and what we do is done on automatic pilot.” – Kevin Buffini “When you do what you’re designed to do, it feels good.” – Kevin Buffini “Your optimal learning environment is the best environment possible for you to be able to process information.” – Kevin Buffini “Feelings without facts create fiction.” – Kevin Buffini “If people don’t respond like we do we get irritated…we attack them because they don’t communicate the same way we do.” – Kevin Buffini “None of these abilities are ever gender specific.” – Kevin Buffini “Work to your strengths. Delegate the weaknesses as much as you can.” – Kevin Buffini “Self-control is really about management.” – Kevin Buffini “Management of your profile means knowing when to use your abilities and when not to use your abilities.” – Kevin Buffini “We’re all born in our nature and it’s shaped in our nurture.” – Kevin Buffini “Self-control has the biggest impact when it impacts a relationship.” – Kevin Buffini “We have to take responsibility for our relationships.” – Kevin Buffini “Talents plus skills plus strengths equals your gifts.” – Kevin Buffini “People need to learn control; then they can become masters of it.” – Kevin Buffini “Gifts were made for giving. They’re not to be hoarded. They’re better when they’re shared.” – Kevin Buffini “You are the steward for an incredible profile. What are you doing with it?” – Kevin Buffini “Who and what you give to is where you find your purpose.” – Kevin Buffini   Mentioned in this episode: “Managing Oneself”, by Peter F. Drucker Buffini & Company’s The Heritage Profile   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You can change habits. Society does not have to impose its anxiety on you whatsoever.” – Brian Buffini   Anxiety is something that can affect us all, especially in today’s increasingly anxious world. In this episode, Brian shares extensive research about the record levels of anxiety in society today. He also teaches how-to’s, based on his own personal experience, to help you feel less anxious. By the end of the episode, you’ll have the mechanisms and methodologies to deal with anxiety so you can stay on course, be encouraged and live the good life!   Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Anxiety is an extreme uneasiness of mind or a brooding fear about some circumstance.” – Brian Buffini “We live in anxious times. We live in an anxious society.” – Brian Buffini “It’s good to know, ‘I’m not the only one’.”  – Brian Buffini “Anxiety is often something a person feels by themselves and is always felt as a weakness.” – Brian Buffini “We’re living in a cauldron of anxiety – anxiety is now the chief marketing officer for social media...for the 24-hour news networks...and for our sports programs.”  – Brian Buffini “Negativity has become the norm.” – Brian Buffini “We’re wasting our time on things that are making us anxious. That’s the problem.” – Brian Buffini “Don’t follow the norm – that’s negative.” – Brian Buffini “Lacking an external focus, the mind turns inward on itself and creates problems to solve, even if the problems are undefined or unimportant.”  – Tim Ferriss “American culture is often so self consumed that we often think our problems are just our problems.” – Saul Williams “Go serve someone else, go help someone else.” – Brian Buffini “No-one is blessed more than the person who gets to do the service.” – Brian Buffini “It’s impossible to shine the light to someone else’s path without lighting up your own.” – Brian Buffini “Don’t be so inwardly focused – become outwardly focused.” – Brian Buffini “Just because somebody’s alone doesn’t mean they’re lonely.” – Brian Buffini “I’m a very synergistic person....but I really enjoy my own company now.” – Brian Buffini “There’s a difference between solitude and isolation. One is connected, one isn’t. Solitude replenishes, isolation diminishes.” – Dr Henry Cloud “You can change habits. Society does not have to impose its anxiety on you whatsoever.” – Brian Buffini “We have a need for control. Our need for control as human beings is what ultimately causes the highest level of anxiety.” – Brian Buffini “There’s almost nothing we have control over.” – Brian Buffini “I can control my attitude. I can control my energy. I can control my effort.” – Brian Buffini “You cannot always control what goes on outside, but you can control what goes on inside.” – Wayne Dyer “The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” – William James “One of the reasons we struggle with anxiety is that we’re not very present in each and every day.” – Brian Buffini “We get stuck in the past. We get overwhelmed by the future.” – Brian Buffini “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”  – Matthew 6:4 “Yesterday is history. Tomorrow’s a mystery. Today is a gift – that’s why they call it the present.”  – Anon “People who can be present, do the best.” – Brian Buffini “Be in the present, learn from the past and help create the future.” – Spencer Johnson “Perfectionism is what leads to procrastination.” – Brian Buffini “When perfectionism is driving us, shame is riding shotgun and fear is that annoying backseat driver.” – Brené Brown “We become anxious because we’re not perfect.” – Brian Buffini “We’re falling into the ultimate anxiety of comparison....and we’re comparing to something that’s not real.” – Brian Buffini “Be in the world, but not of the world.” – Brian Buffini “Instead of control, think in terms of influence.” – Brian Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You know the decision; go down the tunnel.” – Mel Robbins Did you know that a five second window of opportunity can change everything? In this episode, Brian talks to Mel Robbins, speaker, bestselling author and host of “The Mel Robbins Show” which premieres this week. Topics discussed include how to overcome limiting beliefs, how to deal with patterns from the past and how to use the 5,4,3,2 1 technique as a tool to manage your reaction to life’s challenges. Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today  and download A Bonus Q&A with Mel Robbins and Brian Buffini. Also, receive a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air! Also, get an extended bonus cut of this Q&A audio!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Put your helmet on and get back in the game.” – Mel Robbins “When you’re called to go in a different direction you know it in your bones.” – Mel Robbins “All those experiences that I chalked up as failures trained me for this moment.” – Mel Robbins “Identify the patterns...don’t let fear make the decision.” – Brian Buffini “You know the decision; go down the tunnel.” – Mel Robbins “When the old coping mechanisms come back...it’s a sign that the next chapter is here. That’s what change feels like.” – Mel Robbins “When your patterns come back, it’s a test. Have you learned the lessons of this level?” – Mel Robbins “Things are always coming at you and this (the 5,4,3,2,1 technique) is a tool to manage your reaction to it.” – Mel Robbins “You’re always going to need to manage your reaction – we’re emotional, energy beings. You get triggered by things. The bigger the game gets...there are going to be new things that challenge you.” – Mel Robbins “Talking is not really good when it comes to leading – you’ve got to do more listening.” – Mel Robbins “Don’t make yourself wrong.” – Mel Robbins “Think this, not that.” – Mel Robbins “Spotting what you blew is the first step in starting to recognize those moments and those patterns that are invisible to you.” – Mel Robbins “If you say I can’t believe it, you already don’t believe it.” – Mel Robbins “Every fight that Chris (my husband) and I ever had was because we were in the wrong roles in our marriage and we weren’t speaking the same language.” – Mel Robbins “It is so important in your life to be so present to where you’re at and what’s calling you and what your strengths are and what your weaknesses are which is why the Heritage Profiles are so empowering, because when you give language and light to the patterns and the default settings that you have, you now have mastery over them.” – Mel Robbins “At Buffini & Co, we do not believe you can do anything – that’s the recipe for disaster – but you can do everything you’re designed to do.” – Brian Buffini “When you know better, you do better.” – Mel Robbins   Mentioned in this episode: The Brian Buffini Show, Episode 122 “The Five Second Rule”   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Don’t give up.” – Sinbad What does it take to persist and succeed, even when faced with seemingly impossible odds? In this episode, Brian interviews an all-American success story and one of the funniest comedians of all time, Sinbad. This interview is not only a chance to listen in on a fascinating and often hilarious conversation between two old friends, it’s also a rare insight into a brilliant mind and the opportunity to learn about the persistence it takes to get to the top and stay there. Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air! Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “I will not quit. I will find a way.” – Sinbad “Be you.” – Sinbad “I came the hardest way to go through it.” – Sinbad “We use one tenth of one percent of our abilities.” – Sinbad  “People think success is this other thing for other people.” – Brian Buffini “Persistence is probably the greatest gift you can have.” – Brian Buffini “In Hollywood, they don’t come to see you, they ask about you.” – Sinbad “I think my best years are ahead of me.” – Sinbad “I’m in the business of trying to help people.” – Brian Buffini “You have all edge, but no crass.” – Brian Buffini “How do you shock people now? You shock them by helping.” – Sinbad “Persistence is the gift you’ve been given.” – Brian Buffini “I’m still on that mountain.” – Sinbad “Don’t give up.” – Sinbad     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Change is possible, transformation is possible – your best days are ahead.” – Brian Buffini Og Mandino’s “The Greatest Salesman in the World” is a classic guide to success that has profoundly impacted the lives of millions of people around the world. In this episode, recorded live at a Buffini & Company event, Brian outlines his ten tips for a successful life, inspired by the book’s content. Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air! Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Be decisive.” – Brian Buffini “The way to develop decisiveness is to start right where you are with the very next question you face.” – Napoleon Hill “Everybody processes information differently.” – Brian Buffini “Being decisive does not mean you make a quick decision.” – Brian Buffini “Once I make a decision, I live with it.” – Brian Buffini “I’m willing to make a bad decision and live with it, than not make a decision at all.” – Brian Buffini “Have a prioritized daily to-do list.” – Brian Buffini “There are casualties to technology. Just because you make something more efficient, doesn’t mean you make it more effective.” – Brian Buffini “The physiology of sitting down and writing out a to-do list is different.” – Brian Buffini “When you write something down, it has a deeper connection.” – Brian Buffini “Have the technological reminders, but have the physiological paper.” – Brian Buffini “Have no plan B.” – Brian Buffini “You can do anything, but you can’t do everything.” – David Allen “Affirm your gifts.” – Brian Buffini “A gift is something you have been given and blessed with.” – Brian Buffini “We speak out what’s in the heart.” – Brian Buffini “It’s the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And once that belief becomes a deep conviction, things begin to happen.” – Mohammad Ali “Hold the outcome in your open hand.” – Brian Buffini “Never lose the joy.” – Brian Buffini “Understand the difference between intensity and contentment.” – Brian Buffini “You can be content and intense at the same time – that’s not a simple thing, but it is a very powerful thing.” – Brian Buffini “Master your emotions.” – Brian Buffini “Differentiate between joy and happiness.” – Brian Buffini “I’m always a joyful guy; I’m not always a happy guy.” – Brian Buffini “Think in terms of decades.” – Brian Buffini “Most people overestimate what they can do in a year and underestimate what they can do in ten years.” – Bill Gates “When successful people tell you what they’re doing, take it to heart.” – Brian Buffini “Take massive action.” – Brian Buffini “Do you want to know who you are? Don’t ask. Act! Action will delineate and define you.” – Thomas Jefferson “Don’t tell me – go do.” – Brian Buffini “Never go it alone.” – Brian Buffini “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” African proverb “I will persist until I succeed.” – Og Mandino “Change is possible, transformation is possible – your best days are ahead.” – Brian Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Principles don’t change.” — Brian Buffini Og Mandino’s “The Greatest Salesman in the World” is a classic guide to success that has profoundly impacted the lives of millions of people around the world. In this episode, Brian takes a deep dive into the book and explores its The 10 Ancient Scrolls for Success in a way never done before. Download your copy now and  by the end of the episode, not only will you see these bedrock principles in a fresh, new and deeper way, you’ll be able to use them on a daily basis to achieve more success than you ever dreamed possible. Are you a Buffini Insider? What are you waiting for! Sign up today for your opportunity to receive exclusive perks and for a brand new feature to ask Brian a question! Already an Insider? Do you want to ask Brian a question or want advice on mindsets, motivation and methodologies of success? Log in to submit your question and for a chance to connect with Brian on-air!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “We get to serve wherever we are.” – Brian Buffini “We’re all pebbles on a pond.” – Brian Buffini “The goal is to grow, do it for ourselves and then make a difference.” – Brian Buffini “We don’t have to change the world – we just have to influence our world.” – Brian Buffini “Principles don’t change, tactics do.” – Brian Buffini “Life is not easy; it’s challenging.” – Brian Buffini “Gratitude is the most important attitude.” – Brian Buffini “Gratitude is everything because it keeps the complaining away.” – Brian Buffini “Today is not a date. Today is a decision.” – Brian Buffini “I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” – Stephen Covey “Begin a daily renewal.” – Brian Buffini “With a new day comes new strength and new thoughts.” – Eleanor Roosevelt “You have to believe change is possible – positive change.” – Brian Buffini “The only way you’re going to have positive change in your life is if you actually direct it.” – Brian Buffini “Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.” – George Bernard Shaw “Looking forward to things is half the pleasure of them.” – Anne of Green Gables “Life is for living.” – Brian Buffini “Don’t get paralyzed by the future – know the value of each day.” – Brian Buffini “Each day has tremendous power in it.” – Brian Buffini “Don’t throw your days away.” – Brian Buffini “Sometimes, you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.”  – Dr Seuss “Adversity is a gift.” – Brian Buffini “You’re sitting on a bigger engine than you use.” – Brian Buffini “Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.” – Napoleon Hill “The key is to have a voracious pursuit and still hold it with an open hand.” – Brian Buffini “There’s no reason to have a plan B because it distracts from Plan A.” – Will Smith “There are two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” – Albert Einstein “As you grow, so grows your business. As you learn, so you earn.” – Brian Buffini “Live every day as if it were your last, because someday you’re going to be right.” – Mohammad Ali “The way we spell love is TIME.” – Brian Buffini “Learn to separate the majors from the minors. A lot of people don’t do well simply because they major in minor things.” – Jim Rohn “Learning never exhausts the mind.” – Leonardo da Vinci “Carpe Diem – Seize the day!” – Horace (23 BC) “Don’t pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one.” – Bruce Lee   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The deeper you go in your growth, the goals will change.” – Brian BuffiniNo matter how much you achieve or how successful you become, there’s always room for more growth. In this episode, Brian answers questions on air from high-achieving long-time Buffini & Co. members who are still eager to grow and learn. Topics discussed include how to set next-level goals, how to leverage both yourself and your team more and how to exceed customers’ expectations, even when your company is in a fast-growth phase.Like what you hear? See Brian Buffini live Buffini & Company Success Tour™. Click here to learn more and find an event near you.  Inspirational quotes from today’s podcast:“At each step along the way...the same goal that used to motivate you, no longer will.” – Brian Buffini“The deeper you go in your growth, the goals will change.” – Brian Buffini“You’ve earned the right with your success to think from a different spot and ask yourself what you really want.” – Brian Buffini“Who do you really want to be? Who do you want to serve? How do you want to spend your time? What are the rewards you want to enjoy? What do you want to give back?” – Brian Buffini“Keep searching for those things that are deeper and those things that have more meaning.” – Brian Buffini“The way I expand my thinking is I hang out with people with expanded thinking.” – Brian Buffini “Keep expanding your frame of reference, both inside your industry and outside your industry.” – Brian Buffini“The key to the future is in the past, many times.” – Brian Buffini“Continue to prioritize and continue to leverage.” – Brian Buffini“Feedback is the only way that you can have accountability with a team.” – Brian Buffini“The greatest way to be the straw that stirs the drink is by example. The next way is leveraging training.” – Brian Buffini“As your company grows, along the way there’s going to be bumps and bruises.” – Brian Buffini“People want to be around a winner.” – Brian Buffini“It is always peaks and plateaus.” – Brian Buffini Connect with Brian Buffini https://www.itsagoodlife.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffiniTwitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Great things happen when you get fired up.” — Brian Buffini It can be hard to stay fired up when faced with life’s challenges, but being enthusiastic and motivated helps you to succeed like nothing else. In this episode, Brian explains how to eliminate life’s joy stealers, how to stoke your internal engine to create momentum and how to change your state of being, renew your energy and the importance of writing 10-day goals. Get your free resource here and by the end of the episode, you’ll be fired up for life! Like what you hear? See Brian Buffini live at Buffini & Company Success Tour™. Click here to learn more and find an event near you. Are you a Buffini Show Insider? What are you waiting for? Join today and get exclusive resources and more!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson “If we want to get fired up, we have to stoke the fires within.” – Brian Buffini “The joy stealers are ultimately the things that take away our energy and take away our enthusiasm.” – Brian Buffini “Life is hard...the locomotive on occasion has to go uphill.” – Brian Buffini “There’s a big difference between a rut and a routine.” – Brian Buffini “Without struggle, there can be no progress.” – Frederick Douglass “It’s very important that we have an opportunity to measure our progress.” – Brian Buffini “One of the ways we lose perspective is because we focus on what we don’t have instead of what we do.” – Brian Buffini   “You can’t have gratitude and entitlement in your heart and mind at the same time.” – Brian Buffini “We massively overestimate what we can get done in a year...but radically underestimate what we can get accomplished in a decade.” – Brian Buffini “A decade is made up of a whole bunch of ten day goals.” – Brian Buffini  “Momentum is very powerful...you feel like you have the wind at your back.” – Brian Buffini  “When we get exposed to someone else, our big problem becomes a little problem.” – Brian Buffini “If they can do it, I can do it.” – Brian Buffini “I did it before, I can do it again.” – Brian Buffini “Gratitude is transformative and it changes everything.” – Brian Buffini “Gratitude is not only the greatest of all virtues, but the parent of all others.” – Cicero  “It’s very important that you attach celebration to your achievements.” – Brian Buffini “The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is to celebrate.” – Oprah Winfrey  “We need to renew physically, mentally and emotionally.” – Brian Buffini “Renewing your mind is not refreshing your screen.” – Brian Buffini “It’s very important that we get out of the digital life and get into the real life.” – Brian Buffini “Rest when you’re weary. Refresh and renew yourself, your body, your mind and your spirit. Then get back to work.” – Ralph Marston   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The size and measure of your influence is determined by how abundantly you place other people’s interests first.”– John David Mann   What are the five stratospheric laws of success? In this episode, Brian talks to bestselling author John David Mann. John discusses the principles and philosophy behind his book “The Go-Giver”– a parable about the power of giving that has inspired a worldwide movement and impacted and transformed the lives of millions of people. Access your digital copy of The 5 Laws of Stratospheric Success here and follow along as Brian and John discuss these principles from John’s book, “The Go-Giver.” Are you a Buffini Show Insider? Join today to get more free bonus content.    Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “When you’re in business, you’re telling stories, you’re engaging people.” – John David Mann “Facts tell, stories sell.” – Brian Buffini “We’re drowning in information and starving for wisdom.” – Brian Buffini  “The law of value says that your true worth is determined by how much more you give in value than you take in payment.” – John David Mann “It doesn’t mean that we should give our stuff away for free...It means to value what you do and to put the maximum value into it.” – John David Mann “The law of value is really about giving your best to the world and focusing on the giving.” – John David Mann “You need to trust that if you give away all your best stuff, you’re going to get a lot more good stuff.” – John David Mann “As you give...as other people receive it and use it, it amplifies you. It’s like love...you increase your love by giving it, by showing it. The same is true with respect; the same is true with value.” – John David Mann “Give it out in slices, it comes back in loaves.” – Brian Buffini “Your income is determined by how many lives you touch.” – John David Mann  “You do have to reach out and impact people’s lives.” – John David Mann “It’s all about making a difference, that’s where the actual flow of compensation comes.” – John David Mann “It’s not the mindset of a quid pro quo – I gave now you owe.” – Brian Buffini “It’s so tempting to keep score...but what really works is giving unconditionally...and trusting that it will come back – and it will!” – John David Mann “You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” – Zig Ziglar “The size and measure of your influence is determined by how abundantly you place other people’s interests first.” – John David Mann  “When you put somebody else’s interests first, it’s like it makes you a bigger person. It enlarges you.” – John David Mann “The substance of influence is not push, but pull.” – John David Mann “How far can you push a river? Not very far; but the sea can pull it for miles and miles and miles.” – John David Mann “Influence is about draw...it’s not about me first.” – John David Mann “The greatest gift you have to offer is yourself.” – John David Mann “Authenticity does not mean license. It doesn’t mean regress.” – John David Mann  “Real authenticity is when you are giving yourself wholly to another or to others.” – John David Mann “You’re going to get the most out of a relationship when you show up as your true self.” – John David Mann “Just being yourself is good enough to be great.” – Brian Buffini “People tend to have difficulty with freely receiving.” – John David Mann “The way to keep continuously giving – the way to allow yourself to continuously give – is to stay open to receiving.” – John David Mann   Mentioned in this episode: “The Go-Giver”  “The Latte Factor”   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“If you don’t have a deep desire to serve, you’re not a leader, you’re a taker.” – Brian Buffini Do you want to take charge of your life, influence others and lead effectively? In this episode, a live recording from a recent Buffini & Company event, Brian explains how to be CEO of your own life. Through the lens of the classic movie The Shawshank Redemption, he teaches how you can create a vision, make decisions, keep hope alive, influence others and facilitate transformation. Are you a Buffini Show Insider? What are you waiting for? Join today and download CEO Your Life, Part II to hear Brian share how to define your vision, make informed decisions and ultimately discover what fuels your hope. Like what you hear? See Brian Buffini live at Buffini & Company Success Tour™. Click here to learn more and find an event near you.   Inspirational quotes from today’s podcast: “Show me someone who’s not a good follower and I’ll show you someone who’s a lousy leader.”  – Brian Buffini “I take responsibility for my own success, failures and everything in between.” – Brian Buffini “Many people are in the prison of their own mind right now.” – Brian Buffini “The buck stops with you.” – Brian Buffini “You work with the hand you’re dealt.” – Brian Buffini “If you are working on something exciting that you really care about you don’t have to be pushed, the vision pulls you.” – Steve Jobs  “A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. “Short term decisions based on emotion are always bad decisions.” – Brian Buffini “Not everything is a life and death decision...we have to prioritize our decisions.” – Brian Buffini “Never make permanent decisions on temporary feelings.” – Anonymous “Get busy living or get busy dying.” – Andy Dufresne, The Shawshank Redemption “A decision will cause movement...once you decide, you go.” – Brian Buffini “When you’ve done your homework...the choice is simple. The emotions that go with it are not.” – Brian Buffini “Sometimes when you cast a vision, not everyone’s on board.” – Brian Buffini “Leaders don’t lead by consensus.” – Brian Buffini “I’m OK with sceptics; I have no time for cynics.” – Brian Buffini “Success is built one handful at a time.” – Brian Buffini “You have to keep persevering.” – Brian Buffini “Managers keep the status quo. Leaders challenge the status quo. You need both.” – Brian Buffini “Ask the question: Why?” – Brian Buffini “Positive is always going to meet with negative.” – Brian Buffini “We are influencing everywhere we go.” – Brian Buffini “If you’re not serving, it’s self serving.” – Brian Buffini “If you don’t have a deep desire to serve, you’re not a leader, you’re a taker.” – Brian Buffini “A deep desire to serve is an attitude of the heart.” – Brian Buffini “Legacy is a life well lived.” – Brian Buffini “When we’re fearful, we stay put.” – Brian Buffini “If you want to conquer fear, don’t sit at home and think about it. Go out and get busy.” – Dale Carnegie “What is called resignation is really confirmed desperation.” – Henry David Thoreau “Transformation is possible, but you cannot control it in anybody but yourself.” – Brian Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The good performers are the highly disciplined individuals.” — Jocko Willink   Jocko Willink is a decorated retired Navy SEAL officer, author and cofounder of Echelon Front. In this episode, Brian interviews Jocko about the leadership principles he learned on the most dangerous battlefields in the world. Jocko outlines how effective leadership is the most important factor in whether a team succeeds or fails. If you want to lead - and win - then this podcast is a must!   Like what you hear? See Brian Buffini live at Buffini & Company Success Tour™. Click here to learn more and find an event near you. Are you a Buffini Show Insider? What are you waiting for? Join today!   Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “Relationships are everything.” – Brian Buffini “The good performers are the highly disciplined individuals.” – Jocko Willink  “Nothing happens without discipline. Nothing happens without fundamentals. No excellence happens in any capacity.” – Brian Buffini “I look at discipline as a non-negotiable fact that I will carry out.” – Jocko Willink “We’re a world-class excuse generation.” – Brian Buffini “All your excuses are lies that you tell yourself. Don’t negotiate with weakness; just destroy it.” – Jocko Willink “As a human being, you can rationalize any behavior. Don’t do it.” – Jocko Willink “The key is no negotiation with yourself.” – Brian Buffini “The magic is in the mindset that it’s already decided. You have decided. It’s done.” – Brian Buffini “If you’re undisciplined, you can’t expect to have any high standards for anyone else.” – Jocko Willink “You have to set the example.” – Jocko Willink “Discipline inside your organization will actually give you freedom.” – Jocko Willink “As a leader, you’ve got to be able to communicate well with your team.” – Jocko Willink “You want to be balanced – that’s what the dichotomy of leadership is about.” – Jocko Willink “You own your life.” – Brian Buffini “For me, being a good leader shows up at home first.” – Brian Buffini “My kids don’t listen to a word I say, they’re too busy watching what I do.” – Brian Buffini   Connect with Brian Buffini  http://www.brianbuffini.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Buffini Show Insiders: http://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/insiders   Love what you heard? Share it with your friends! http://bit.ly/BrianBuffiniShow Click here to buy our Podcast theme music, “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave. Brogue Wave. http://www.broguewave.com http://www.facebook.com/broguewave   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.