

It's a Good Life
Brian Buffini
It's a Good Life, the podcast for entrepreneurs. A podcast about growth - personal growth and growing your business. Inspirational and practical content that reflects the positivity it takes to be an entrepreneur. Presented by Brian Buffini founder of America’s biggest corporate coaching company. Entrepreneurship isn’t always an easy life, but with the right guidance, it can be a good one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 5, 2021 • 30min
How to Win in 2021 #258
“Not everybody's going to win in 2021. But the doers will.” – Brian Buffini In 2020, COVID-19 stopped the world’s momentum. With movement restricted, many people experienced fear, indecision and a loss of motivation. In this episode, Brian teaches how to succeed in 2021 by starting, maintaining and growing momentum. Topics discussed include: why coaching is so important, how momentum creates efficiency and flow and why goal-setting is the key to success. Are you a Buffini Show Insider? Don’t forget to download the resource from this episode! DOWNLOAD FREE RESOURCE Not a Buffini Show Insider? No problem! Sign up here today and get this week’s resource and more! YOU WILL LEARN: Why the world lost momentum in 2020. Why momentum is so powerful. How to create momentum. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Social Dilemma,” documentary-drama “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino Episode 143, Life Without Limits with Nick Vujicic Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit “Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive,” by Harvey B. Mackay “Beware the Naked Man Who Offers You His Shirt,” by Harvey B. Mackay Goal Sheet Giveaway www.brianbuffinishow.com/insiders INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” – Albert Einstein “It's not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get up.” – Vince Lombardi “Action will destroy your procrastination.” – Og Mandino “Momentum compounded with habits produces results.” – Brian Buffini “The rhythm of daily action aligned with your goals creates the momentum that separates dreamers from super-achievers.” – Darren Hardy 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.

Dec 29, 2020 • 35min
Having 2020 Vision #257
“You can really have a lot of power in your life going forward if you take advantage of the opportunity to have hindsight, insight and foresight.” – Brian Buffini In life, you often have to look back to be able to see the way forward. In this episode, Brian teaches how the challenges of 2020 will help you to succeed and build a better future in 2021. Topics discussed include: why you must learn from your mistakes while also remembering your wins and accomplishments; how to recognize and then manage your patterns; and why, when your values are clear, your decisions are easy. YOU WILL LEARN: How to have hindsight and leverage your past. How to develop insight and learn from experience. How to get foresight and enjoy 2020 vision. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Wayne Dyer “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” by Stephen R. Covey Episode 177, Get Organized Now – The Most Organized Man in America, Part 2 - with Dr. Alex Lackey INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Let us learn from the past to profit by the present, and from the present to live better in the future.” – William Wordsworth “Without the peace in your past, there's no power in your future.” – Brian Buffini “Pay attention to your patterns. The ways you learned to survive may not be the ways you want to continue to live.” – Unknown “Create the highest, grandest vision possible for your life, because you become what you believe.” – Oprah Winfrey “What and who you say no to is as important as what and who you say yes to.” – Brian Buffini “Just because we developed great survival skills in 2020 doesn't mean they give us great thrival skills for 2021.” – 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.

Dec 22, 2020 • 43min
Relationship G.R.I.T. - an Interview with Jon and Kathryn Gordon #256
“We're at our best when we focus on we, not me.” – Jon Gordon Great relationships don’t just happen by accident - they take commitment, hard work and G.R.I.T. In this episode, Brian interviews Jon and Kathryn Gordon about their new book, “Relationship GRIT,” and what it takes to build a strong, long-lasting relationship. The Gordons reveal what brought them together, what kept them together through difficult times and what continues to sustain their love for one another. YOU WILL LEARN: How to embrace the principles of G.R.I.T. Why the four C’s are key to a healthy relationship. Why flaws and mistakes can strengthen a relationship. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: www.jongordon.com “Relationship GRIT,” by Jon and Kathryn Gordon Free action plan Episode 235, Healthy Me, Healthy Us with Dr. Les Parrott INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You have to invest in the relationship. Don't be a consumer, be an investor.” – Kathryn Gordon “Where there's a void in communication, negativity will fill it.” – Jon Gordon “You have to walk it out to talk it out.” – Kathryn Gordon “If you keep score, the relationship doesn't win.” – Kathryn Gordon “Caring is extending yourself. It's demonstrating commitment. It's showing that other people matter.” – Jon Gordon https://www.TheBrianBuffiniShow.com http://www.brianbuffini.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffini Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffini Twitter: https://twitter.com/brianbuffini Theme Music: “The Cliffs of Moher” by Brogue Wave Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 2020 • 43min
The Three Selves – an Interview with Tony Schwartz #255
“You can't change what you don't notice. But noticing changes everything.” – Tony Schwartz Being our best selves even when faced with challenging emotions requires real practice. In this episode, Brian interviews Tony Schwartz about how we can become more aware of what we’re feeling and why so that we can better control difficult situations and not react defensively. Tony defines the three selves that live inside all of us, advises how we can positively learn from our mistakes and embrace life and teaches why we must accept all parts of ourselves. He also provides exclusive access to PeopleFuel®, a unique program that’s designed to help people more skillfully manage their physical, emotional, mental and spiritual energy. YOU WILL LEARN: Why it is so important to self-regulate. How to summon your adult self when you feel threatened. Why the opposite of a good quality is not a bad quality. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Power of Full Engagement,” by Tony Schwartz “The Way We're Working Isn't Working,” by Tony Schwartz “Boundaries,” by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend Jean Piaget “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino PeopleFuel® INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “What becomes so important during a time like this are two words: self-regulation, the ability to calm your own nervous system, to take good care of yourself.” — Tony Schwartz “The question you want to be asking yourself when you start to get frustrated or angry is – ‘What am I afraid of?’” — Tony Schwartz “Adult development is something that can continue to happen all through your life, and one of the most powerful mechanisms for that is to develop that self-observer, that capacity to stand back from your experience and observe it without reacting to it. Because, when you can do that, then you can make a decision, a choice, a deliberate choice about how you want to show up.” — Tony Schwartz “The most virtuous quality overused becomes a liability.” — Tony Schwartz “The only way to actually navigate the world gracefully is to hold both a positive quality and its opposite, but its positive opposite.” — Tony Schwartz “Education without implementation is merely entertainment.” — 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.

Dec 8, 2020 • 52min
Brian Buffini’s Bold Predictions 2021 #254
“We're already in the midst of a very significant recovery.” — Brian Buffini After an unprecedented year, real estate professionals must prepare for what 2021 has in store. In this episode, Brian gives his annual forecast for the coming year and predicts what lies ahead for the sector. Featuring an exclusive interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National Association of REALTORS®, this episode analyzes the most comprehensive research and data available to help agents successfully navigate upcoming changes, capitalize on future opportunities and maximize success in 2021. YOU WILL LEARN: The current state of the real estate sector. Three dynamics that will affect the market going forward. How to get to the next level on the real estate career path. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The National Association of REALTORS® Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass – an Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun 100 Days to Greatness The Buffini Referral Network Brian Buffini’s 2021 Real Estate Report INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The housing market has shown remarkable resiliency in 2020.” — Dr. Lawrence Yun “Real estate: the greatest hedge against inflation ever built.” — Brian Buffini “For the next three years, we're going to have low interest rates, which means demand is going to be high.” — Brian Buffini “Agents need to build a network of fellow agents.”— Brian Buffini “You have to be a pro; you have to have your data. People buy emotionally, but they need to justify logically.” — 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.

Dec 1, 2020 • 36min
Real Estate: The Greatest Career in the World #253
“Not only is America still a land of opportunity, but real estate is the very essence of that land of opportunity.” – Brian Buffini Brian Buffini has been working in the real estate industry for the past 35 years. In this episode, he explains how real estate set him up for many more opportunities in life and how, with the right training, it can do the same for others. Topics discussed include: the importance of constantly developing your skills, why systems are the key to consistency and how you can successfully kickstart a career in the industry. YOU WILL LEARN: Why real estate is fair. Why real estate is hard. Why real estate is rewarding. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The National Association of REALTORS ® “The Alchemist,” by Paulo Coelho Episode 226, The Magic of Owning a Home 100 Days to Greatness INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The real estate business is not perfect. The real key is, is it perfect for you?” — Brian Buffini “The same wind blows on us all; the winds of disaster, opportunity and change. Therefore, it is not the blowing of the wind but the setting of the sails that will determine our direction in life.” — Jim Rohn “Don't wait for the right opportunity: create it.” — George Bernard Shaw “In this business, top earners are top learners.” — Brian Buffini “Real estate is a contact sport. You need to be connecting with people and building relationships.” — Brian Buffini “Real estate rewards action, and the rewards are enormous.” — 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.

Nov 24, 2020 • 38min
Gratitude: My Secret Ingredient for Success #252
“Gratitude is an attitude of the heart. It brings energy to the spirit and it does wonders for communication between people.” – Brian Buffini Gratitude is one of the cornerstones of the good life and the bedrock on which true success rests. In this episode, Brian teaches how a focus on gratitude can be transformational not only at Thanksgiving, but all year round. He provides strategies to embrace, express and receive gratitude and explains why, no matter life’s challenges, there is always something to be grateful for. YOU WILL LEARN: Why gratitude must be expressed, not just felt. Why it’s vital to write down the things you're thankful for. Why gratitude is an attitude of the heart. INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.” — Cicero “It costs nothing to say ‘please’ or ‘thank you.’” — Therese Buffini “Gratitude and entitlement cannot exist at the same time.” — Brian Buffini “Gratitude can turn common days into Thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” — William Arthur Ward “Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend.” —Melody Beattie 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.

Nov 17, 2020 • 34min
When the Going Gets Tough #251
“Mental toughness is a core characteristic for the mindset, motivation and methodologies of success.” – Brian Buffini You need to be mentally tough to conquer life’s many challenges. In this episode, Brian teaches how to develop the kind of mental toughness that will impact and improve every aspect of your life, set you apart from your competition and help you to live the good life. Topics discussed include: why entitlement is such a problem, why training must be ongoing and why gratitude is so important. YOU WILL LEARN: Symptoms of our culture’s softness. Models of mental toughness in today’s world. Strategies to develop mental toughness. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 066, An Interview with Brian Tracy – The Living Legend of Personal Growth The Pathway to Mastery–Essentials The Pathway to Mastery–Advanced “The Emigrant Edge,” by Brian Buffini Episode 025, The Power of a Made-Up Mind “Man's Search for Meaning,” by Viktor E. Frankl INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” – Thomas Edison “The future belongs to the competent. Get good, get better, be the best!” – Brian Tracy “When I'm training, I'm learning. And when I'm learning, I'm growing. And when I'm growing, I'm happy.” – Brian Buffini “I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.” – GK Chesterton “If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude towards it.” – Maya Angelou “A human being whose mind is made up is a force of nature in this world.” – 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.

Nov 10, 2020 • 36min
The Wealth of Knowledge – an Interview with Dr. Nido Qubein #250
“When you succeed, you're much more capable of helping others.” – Nido Qubein In life, the choices that you make determine everything about you. In this episode, Brian interviews Nido Qubein about the life choices that have fueled his phenomenal success and his passion for helping others. Nido reflects on his journey from penniless immigrant to renowned entrepreneur and educator; advises how to help young people achieve in today’s world; and provides words of encouragement for those struggling during this challenging year. YOU WILL LEARN: Why you must give back when you achieve success. Why energy management is more important than time management. Why you must always be hungry to learn and grow. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: http://www.nidoqubein.com/ “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino “The Present,” by Spencer Johnson “The Aladdin Factor,” by Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen “The Sound of Music,” movie Episode 201, This Too Shall Pass - An Interview with Dr. Lawrence Yun INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “How you change is how you will succeed.” – Nido Qubein “Focus is more important than intelligence.” – Nido Qubein “There are two pains we’re all going to suffer from in life. One is the pain of discipline. One is the pain of regret. Which would you rather have?” – Nido Qubein “Our beliefs lead to our behaviors; and our behaviors lead to our results.” – Nido Qubein “Whining is the opposite of thanksgiving.” – Nido Qubein 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.

Nov 3, 2020 • 34min
How to Stay Upbeat in Overwhelming Times #249
“Focus on being the best and having the best life that you can. And then be a shining example of that.” – Brian BuffiniIn today’s uncertain world, it’s more important than ever to try to be positive and optimistic. In this episode, Brian teaches strategies to stay upbeat in the face of difficulty. Topics discussed include: why reading is vital, the importance of factual and unbiased information resources, and why a focus on the five circles of life helps to combat fear and negativity. YOU WILL LEARN:How to eliminate the negative.How to accentuate the positive.How to mind your business.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“Accentuate the Positive,” by Bing Crosby and The Andrews Sisters“Crucial Conversations,” by Kerry Patterson et alEpisode 161, Never Split the Difference with Chris Voss“Never Split the Difference,” by Chris Voss“Learned Optimism,” by Martin E.P. SeligmanEpisode 097, The Book That Made Me a Millionaire “The Richest Man in Babylon,” by George S. ClasonBuffini & Company 5 Circle Fit INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“If something gets you worked up, get it worked out.” – Brian Buffini“He who has learned to disagree without being disagreeable has discovered the most valuable secret of negotiation.” – Chris Voss“Miss a meal if you have to, but don't miss a book.” – Jim Rohn“Keep your attention focused entirely on what is truly your own concern and be clear that what belongs to others is their business, and none of yours.” – Epictetus“You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this and you will find strength.” – Marcus Aurelius Connect with Brian Buffinihttps://www.Itsagoodlife.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brianbuffiniInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_buffiniYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsagoodlifepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


