It's a Good Life

Click here to listen to the full episodeIn 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 REALStrengths 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.

In today’s fast-paced and demanding world, it can feel impossible to say no to anything. Unfortunately, spreading yourself too thin means exposing yourself to a high risk of chronic burnout. In part 2 of this episode, Brian examines how to put certain disciplines in place to avoid, manage and overcome burnout and live the good life.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why taking time off must be a priority.  ·     Why it’s vital to work on emotional intelligence.·     Why celebrating your wins is so important.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E268 How to Beat Burnout Part 1    “Man in the Mirror,” by Michael Jackson S1E14 An Interview with Daniel Goleman NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I committed the greatest flaw you can make for success – and that is to say yes to everything.” – Brian Buffini     “People who work on their EQ do much better with burnout than those who don't.” – Brian Buffini     “If you want to make a profound change in your relationships, you have to show up as the very best version of yourself.” – Brian Buffini     “You're not required to set yourself on fire to keep other people warm.” – Anonymous    itsagoodlife.com “The more things we say yes to means the more we're actually draining the good life out of ourselves.” – Brian Buffini     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s quick-fix world, many people simply give up when they don’t instantly get what they want. In this episode, Brian explains why real success requires perseverance and shares his top tips for persisting when the going gets tough.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Get in the Game,” by Cal Ripkin Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The good life doesn't happen without perseverance.” – Brian Buffini     “When you have a picture of where you want to go, then you can have this passion to persevere.” – Brian Buffini     “The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” – Helen Keller “Perseverance is one of the key ingredients to success.” – Brian Buffini     “I will persist until I succeed.” – Og MandinoItsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s increasingly challenging world, burnout is on the rise everywhere. In part 1 of this episode, Brian shares how burnout negatively affects the good life and teaches powerful ways to control it and move out the other side.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     The different definitions of burnout.·     The various signs of burnout.·     His own personal experience with burnout.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Burnout,” by Dr. Herbert Freudenberger “Thrilled to Death,” by Dr. Archibald Hart NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Burnout is not something that's ever conquered. But it is something that can be controlled.” – Brian Buffini     “On the other side of burnout is joy. On the other side of burnout is refreshment. On the other side of burnout is hope.” – Brian Buffini     “The good life waits on the other side of burnout.” – Brian Buffini     “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” – Anne Lamott “Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop.” – Ovid    itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Click here to listen to the full episodeIf people really understood the crippling effects of consumer debt they’d get out of it and stay out of it forever. In this episode, Brian explains simple techniques to help you finally get rid of debt and create wealth. YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why consumer debt is so insidious.·     How a snowball plan can help.  ·     Why you must invest to grow. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: itsagoodlife.com“The Richest Man in Babylon,” by George S. ClasonNOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Ignorance isn't bliss, ignorance is poverty.” – Brian Buffini “Debt borrows from your future.” – Brian Buffini “Getting rich is easy. The problem is, getting broke is easier.” – Brian Buffini “Buying on an installment plan makes the month shorter, but it makes the years a lot longer.” – Brian Buffini “The greatest way to stay out of debt is to build wealth.” – Brian Buffini “If you discipline yourself now you can have everything you want later. Just delay that gratification.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Michalowicz’s Profit First system is used by companies worldwide to drive permanent profit. In this episode, he shares how this strategy can transform your business from a cash eating monster to a money making machine.   YOU WILL LEARN:·      The limitations of traditional accounting formula.·      The advantages of the Profit First system.   ·      Practical advice for implementing Profit First in businesses of all sizes. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Profit First,” by Mike Michalowicz “The E Myth Revisited,” by Michael E. Gerber “The Richest Man in Babylon,” by George S. Clason“How to Stop Worrying and Start Living,” by Dale Carnegie NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “It is a responsibility to be profitable.” – Mike Michalowicz “The ultimate greed is when you're not profitable, because what you're saying is you're willing to forego serving your customers.” – Mike Michalowicz “You should be proud to be profitable.” – Mike Michalowicz “Find the right size business for you.” – Mike Michalowicz“Trust wallets over words.” – Mike Michalowiczitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Click here to listen to the full episodeAnxiety is like an alarm – it’s our body’s way of telling us something is wrong. In this episode, Dr. John Delony shares how, instead of allowing anxiety to consume us, we can learn to stop and listen, calm the alarm and move forward into healing and hope.   YOU WILL LEARN:·     The life-changing truth about anxiety.·     Practical steps to take to start getting your life back.·     Long-term strategies for healing. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Redefining Anxiety,” by Dr. John Delony www.johndelony.com INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “All of it starts with the decision that ‘I don't want to live like this anymore.’” – Dr. John Delony “Anxiety becomes an identity for us.” – Dr. John Delony  “You’ve got to take ownership.” – Dr. John Delony “You cannot think your way to better mental health.” – Dr. John Delony  “This is a word that changed it all for me: practice.” – Dr. John Delony itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The most effective leaders don’t succeed alone - they mobilize the talents of their entire team. In this episode, bestselling author and world-renown coach Keith Ferrazzi shares how to elevate leadership to teamship and achieve phenomenal results.  YOU WILL LEARN:·      The 10 shifts from leadership to teamship.  ·      The red flag rules that act as guideposts.·      The importance of agility and collaboration.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Never Lead Alone,” by Keith Ferrazzi“Never Eat Alone,” by Keith Ferrazzi“How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale CarnegieCaddyshackKickstart 2025 NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Each and every one of us need to be able to create a group of people around us that won't let us fail.” – Keith Ferrazzi   “You don't have to pay somebody to be your teammate.” – Keith Ferrazzi   “The most important attribute of a high performing team is a lot of candor and transparency.” – Keith Ferrazzi   “Our team are those we choose to work with to achieve some great ends.” – Keith Ferrazzi   “You can't get there alone.” – Keith Ferrazzi  itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Click here to listen to the full episodeDo 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! Inspirational quotes from today’s podcast:“I believe success is a series of new beginnings.” — Brian Buffini“Good habits are the keys to all success. Bad habits are the unlocked door to failure.” — Og Mandino“A quitter is somebody who gives up permanently…the key is to keep getting back in the game.” — 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 Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you want to make 2025 your best year ever? In this special coaching session, Brian helps to kickstart your year by equipping you with the strategies and tools you need to achieve phenomenal success in your business and life. A dynamic live Q&A is included. YOU WILL LEARN:·      Why resolute goals beat New Year’s resolutions.·      How to maintain focus and accountability.·      How to overcome obstacles and stay resolute. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Download your resolute goal sheet hereKickstart 2025 S1E262 The Power of a Made-Up Mind CFSP “Mastery,” by George Leonard NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The number one thing we need to do is change our resolve.” – Brian Buffini “Don't wait for it to be easier. Wait for you to be better and go get it.” – Brian Buffini “There is no success without sacrifice.” – Brian Buffini “If you go to work on your goals, your goals will go to work on you.” – Jim Rohn “No matter what way the wind blows or what goes on with the markets, you can win.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.