It's a Good Life

Click here to listen to the full episodeAlthough Walter Bond was a star basketball player in high school, it was sitting on the bench as a college freshman that taught him the lessons he’d use both on and off the court. In this episode, Brian Buffini interviews Walter Bond, former NBA star and notable presenter and business expert. Walter shares his journey from freshman benchwarmer to NBA stand-out to business leadership expert. By the end of the episode, you’ll be motivated to hone your skills, find your niche, achieve your potential, and succeed. Mentioned in the episode:Free Business ConsultationAll Buts Stink! How to Live Your Best Life and Eliminate Excuses by Walter BondInspirational quotes from today’s interview:“You can’t reach your potential without being accountable.” — Walter Bond“My father empowered me to be accountable.” — Walter Bond“What got you here won’t get you there.” — Brian Buffini“New levels, new devils.” — Walter Bond“Who we are today is a point of reference.” — Walter Bond“Everyone was talented so I had to learn how to work.” — Walter Bond“Always look like success, always look like money.” — Walter Bond“It’s important in business to own a niche.” — Walter Bond“The more focused we get, the more power we generate.” — Walter Bond“Successful people have a core and then they have ancillary businesses to support that core.” — Walter Bond“We’re all in the people business. You must become an expert with people.” — Walter Bond itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Juliet Funt, founder and CEO of an efficiency firm and author of *A Minute to Think*, dives into the paradox of busyness. She reveals how our addiction to constant activity stifles creativity and damages relationships, particularly in real estate. Juliet shares insights on creating 'white space' in our schedules—time without assignments that fuels focus and productivity. She discusses the destructive 'four thieves of time' and offers practical tips like strategic pauses and daily priority rituals to combat overwhelm and cultivate intentional thinking.

Click here to listen to the full episodeOg Mandino’s “The Greatest Salesman in the World” is a classic guide to success that has improved the lives of millions of people around the world. In this episode, Brian shares how Og came to be his mentor and how the timeless principles he taught changed his life forever.  YOU WILL LEARN:Why life is a game. Why you should embrace failure. Why no man or woman is an island. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino “A Better Way to Live,” by Og Mandino “The Greatest Miracle in the World,” by Og Mandino “Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude,” by W. Clement Stone “Wake up and Live,” by Dorothea BrandeThe 10 Ancient Scrolls for Success Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There are no secrets to success. It's a clear set of principles, not tactics and techniques.” – Brian Buffini  “Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.” – Og Mandino “One day at a time, over time, produces transformational change.” – Brian Buffini “I will pause whenever I'm feeling sorry for myself today and remember that this is the only day I have and I must play it to the fullest.” – Og Mandino “Failure is nature's plan to prepare you for great responsibilities.” – Og Mandino  “When in doubt, go. When in doubt, do.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Buffini shares insights on how to recognize and use your values, principles and motivation to become the best and strongest version of yourself, without burning out. He notes that it’s not always easy – any life worth living has its share of scars — but is worth putting in the time and introspection.   YOU WILL LEARN:  How a deep understanding of your values, principles and motivation will help you live your best life without burnout.  How to determine and act upon your most important priorities.  How to lean into the greatness that is inherent inside of you.   NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:  “Doing your best starts with starts with your values, your principles, and your motivation — Brian Buffini.  “Where do you spend your time and your money?  Those are your priorities.” — Brian Buffini  “Your values are your criteria for making decisions.” — Brian Buffini  "You have a desire to be great...give into that desire and do it the right way. Not in a worldly way, in the authentic way you were designed to do it.” — Brian Buffini  “Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls. The most massive characters are seared with scars.” — Brian Buffini  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Click here to listen to the full episodeA state of flow is an optimal state of consciousness when we both feel our best and perform our best. In this episode, Brian interviews Steven Kotler, one of the world’s leading experts on human performance. Steven shares how to achieve flow and unlock peak performance – those moments in time when the impossible becomes possible. Topics discussed include: why our biology is hardwired for three levels of goals, why practicing distraction management is key and why there is power in invisible skills.YOU WILL LEARN:Why everyone can access flow.How to trigger flow.How to focus and achieve complete concentration. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Free Business ConsultationFlow Research Collectivehttps://www.flowresearchcollective.com/radio“The Art of Impossible,” by Steven Kotler“Flow,” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Peak performance is nothing more or less than getting our biology to work for us rather than against us.” – Steven Kotler“Whenever you see people accomplishing the impossible, you tend to see people in a state of flow.” – Steven Kotler“Flow is a massive amplification of skills.” – Steven Kotler“I work for the boss. The boss is who I am yesterday that made my to-do list.” – Steven Kotler“In peak performance, motivation gets us into the game. Learning allows us to continue to play. Creativity - creative problem solving - it's how we steer. And flow, which is a state of optimal performance, is how we turbo-boost the results beyond all reasonable expectation.” – Steven Kotler“If you use the system the way it's designed to be used, you just get farther faster with a lot less fuss.” – Steven Kotleritsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Caroline Leaf, a cognitive neuroscientist and bestselling author, shares powerful insights on mind management. She distinguishes between the mind and brain, emphasizing how your mind shapes your reality. Dr. Leaf introduces the NeuroCycle method, highlighting a practical 63-second technique to reduce stress and combat toxic thoughts. She discusses the impact of technology on mental clarity and emphasizes the importance of teaching mind skills over solely focusing on mental health issues. Her passionate approach aims to inspire a renewed sense of control and joy in life.

Click here to listen to the full episodeHaving a bucket list is a really powerful way to help you realize your dreams. In this episode, Brian interviews Ben Nemtin, star of MTV’s The Buried Life and co-founder of The Buried Life movement. Ben shares how after he struggled with depression growing up and was forced to drop out of college, he created the world’s greatest bucket list with his three childhood friends. As they searched for more purpose in life, they managed to achieve the unthinkable and, every time they accomplished a dream, they helped a complete stranger to cross something off their list too.YOU WILL LEARN:•What inspired Ben to start his quest and his greatest bucket-list achievements.INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“The only way that we cross things off our list is through the help of other people.” – Ben Nemtin “I think purpose is one of those things that brings you that sense of well-being. And that's really what a bucket list is, it’s all the things that are going to bring you that sense of purpose.” – Ben Nemtin “A bucket list is bringing you back to your true self when everything else is pulling you away from that in life. And you just need reminders and devices to bring you back to those things that are truly going to bring you joy and happiness.” – Ben Nemtin“Surround yourself with people that inspire you.” – Ben Nemtin“I think that the good life is being authentic and honest with who you are and what you want and following that, even when it's hard. And serving others so that they can they can live their good life as well.” – Ben Nemtin  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Kyle Scheele, an author and creative entrepreneur, inspires listeners to embrace their creativity by redefining it as any act of making something new. He shares his journey from a high school T-shirt business to launching his unique Viking funeral project, which encourages people to ceremonially release their regrets. Kyle emphasizes the importance of curiosity, persistence, and taking small, actionable steps towards one's 'crazy' ideas. He highlights that our biggest regrets often stem from things we didn't try.

Click here to listen to the full episodeIf you want your business to stand the test of time, you have to build trust with your customers. In this episode, Brian explains how you can become a trusted advisor to your clients by always going the extra mile, not just during a transaction, but afterwards too. YOU WILL LEARN:·     How trust is easily broken.·     Why follow-up is critical.·     How to create advocates for your business. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “Raving Fans,” by Ken Blanchard Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Trust is the most critical factor to the success of any and all relationships, both in business and in life.” – Brian Buffini “In today's business environment, if you can follow up consistently, you'll be a shining star in the marketplace.” – Brian Buffini “If you want to be a profit-maker, you’ve got to be a promise-keeper.” – Brian Buffini “In life, silence is golden. In business, silence is deadly.” – Brian Buffini “Character and competence build trust.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this session recorded at a recent Buffini & Company event, Brian Buffini discusses the importance of knowing your “sweet spot” when it comes to your business — that place where your genuine interests, skills, and opportunities intersect. He notes that this is not set in stone but can and often does change depending on the “season life” of life” you are in. Brian also shares powerful strategies on how to circle back to your authentic self so that no matter what season you are in, you’ll be able to bring value, expertise and joy to not only your clients, but also to your own life.   YOU WILL LEARN:  How to define and lean into your sweet spot, even when the seasons of your life change. Why knowing and honoring your own unique gifts — instead of trying to be someone you’re not — will help you create a business filled with passion and joy that lasts.  Why new technology, especially AI, will enhance, but never replace, the value that you bring to your clients.     NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The magic happens when you find the sweet spot—where your genuine interests, skills and opportunities intersect.” — Brian Buffini “When we get busy and busier, we stop doing the very thing that we’re best at.” — Brian Buffini “Our sweet spot is who we are, but we also have different seasons in life. What used to fire you up may not fire you up anymore.” — Brian Buffini  “All I will tell you is AI technology is going to speed the real estate business up, not slow it down. And it'll intensify the referrals, not weaken it. Because in the world we're living in today, we're in more need of somebody to trust, not less.” — Brian Buffini  "Not everything that counts can be counted and not everything that can be counted counts.” — Brian Buffini  itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.