It's a Good Life

Listen to the full episode here.“Somewhere down the line in life, in the rearview mirror, all yellows and reds I believe do eventually turn green - or at least reveal a greenlight asset in our life.” – Matthew McConaughey Often, the setbacks that stop us or slow us down in life actually help us to ultimately succeed. In this episode, Brian interviews actor Matthew McConaughey about his memoir, “Greenlights.” Matthew explains how, through all of the successes, failures, joys and sorrows he has experienced, he has found happiness and meaning in his life. He also describes how, by learning to effectively deal with life’s challenges, you can always keep moving forward and enjoy a state of success he calls “catching greenlights.” READ FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT YOU WILL LEARN:How “The Greatest Salesman in the World” powerfully impacted him.How his father’s death refocused his priorities.Why he “unbranded” himself to move away from rom-coms to more dramatic roles. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Greenlights,” by Matthew McConaugheyGreenlights“The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino“Emerson's Essays,” by Ralph Waldo Emerson“Self-Reliance,” by Ralph Waldo Emerson“Raising Arizona,” movie INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“When faced with the inevitable, get relative.” – Matthew McConaughey“Be less impressed with things; be more involved.” – Matthew McConaughey“We all know that, to succeed, we need to do good, hard work. But is it the right kind of hard work?” – Matthew McConaughey“When you go and you endure something and you're kind of taking a penance, with each day you kind of build a little bit more honor and strength.” – Matthew McConaughey“I've never had any trouble turning the page in the book of my life.” – Coach Darrell Royal“We are the author of our own book.” – Matthew McConaughey“The way to find the greenlights is by persistence, or pivot or … sometimes knowing when to wave the white flag.” – Matthew McConaughey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s fast-paced and instant-access world, patience is a secret weapon for success. In this episode, Brian shares how cultivating patience can change your outlook both professionally and personally and bring tremendous dividends to your whole life. YOU WILL LEARN:·     How to avoid the impatience trap.·     Why patience pays off.·     How you can cultivate patience.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:S2E166 The Power of PerseveranceFree business consultation REALStrengthsDo It N.O.W. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A life without challenges would have no purpose.” – Brian Buffini “Patience gives you the ability to stay calm in the middle of adversity.” – Brian Buffini “Expect trouble as an inevitable part of life and repeat to yourself the most comforting words of all – this too shall pass.” – Ann Landers “You have to have the perseverance to keep going and then the patience to let it happen.” – Brian Buffini “Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.” – Napoleon Hillitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

Dave McGhee, VP of Buffini Coaching Institute, discusses the importance of coaching in unlocking potential and achieving success. He emphasizes clarifying aspirations, shifting perspectives, and taking small steps towards big goals. Learn why everyone needs a coach and how to thrive in the current market.

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

The podcast discusses the importance of perseverance in achieving success, highlighting stories of individuals who overcame challenges such as Thomas Edison and Colonel Sanders. It emphasizes having a clear vision, resilience, and staying focused on goals despite setbacks.

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

Christine Ha was the first-ever blind contestant and season three winner of competitive cooking TV show MasterChef. In this episode, she shares how in spite of many setbacks, she has maintained a positive attitude and defied the odds to succeed in one of the toughest industries in the world.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     How her health challenges impacted her.·     How she built her businesses.·     Why she believes in trusting her gut. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: theblindcook.comFree business consultation “Mrs. Bridge,” by Evan S. ConnellNOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I love creating something and sharing myself with other people.” – Christine Ha      “I am a firm believer in giving people – everybody - opportunities.” – Christine Ha     “If you want to grow, you do have to trust people to be able to do their job.” – Christine Ha     “I may not have control of everything that happens. But every time something happens, I have control of how I think about it, how I deal with it, and the next step I take.” – Christine Ha     “The Good Life means being confident and comfortable in your own skin, not caring as much about what other people think or say about you, and trusting your own gut to do what you love.” – Christine Ha   itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this quick cut episode Brian explains why now is the perfect time to refocus and re-establish good habits not only for a good year, but for a good life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why there can be too much comfort in your comfort zone.·     Why it's time to reflect.·     How good goals lead to a good year.INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“A life full of comfort is not a good life.” – Brian Buffini  “A comfort zone is meant to rest and recover and to be of comfort. It's not meant to be a permanent state.” – Brian Buffini “People do better together.” – Brian Buffini “To be in hell is to drift; to be in heaven is to steer.” – George Bernard Shaw “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle “If you want to have a good year, you’ve got to steer this year. And the first thing you’ve got to steer is your own habits, your own life, your own patterns.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a serious health diagnosis and the death of beloved family members, Brian needed a shift in his outlook. In this episode, he shares how the philosophy of Do It N.O.W. helped him to make the most of every precious moment and really live the good life.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     How the procrastination principles hold you back.·     Why you must cherish the magic moments.·     Why there can be No Other Way. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Do It N.O.WS2E158 How to be a Goal Getter  S2E157 Do It N.O.W. for Your Business S2E156 Ready, Set, Goal!S1E164 The Best Interview of my Life with Neil Armstrong“The Top Five Regrets of the Dying,” by Bronnie Ware “The Purpose Driven Life,” by Rick Warren Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “One day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you want to do. Do it now.” – Paulo Coelho    “Do It N.O.W. shook me up, it woke me up and it changed my life.” – Brian Buffini   “When push comes to shove, I just Do It N.O.W.” – Brian Buffini   “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” – Mark Twain “What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.” – Pericles  itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.