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    “When work is your blessing and you do so much of it, your life is more of a blessing. It's more of a contributor to the good life that you want to live.” – Brian Buffini

    In today’s world, many people see work as something to be endured, not enjoyed. In this episode, Brian explains why our culture’s definition of success needs to be re-examined, why a lack of self-control and an inability to delay gratification mean people get stuck in jobs they dislike and why, when done in the right way, work offers far more than just financial reward and is the key to the good life.


    YOU WILL LEARN:

    Why work is often perceived as a curse.The three blessings of work. The best way to work.

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

    S1E191, Do the Hustle


     

    INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

    “Opportunity is missed by most people because it's dressed in overalls and looks like work.” – Thomas Edison

    “Hard work spotlights the character of people; some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses and some don't turn up at all.” – Sam Ewing

    “If the ladder is not leaning against the right wall, every step we take just gets us to the wrong place faster.” – Stephen Covey

    “Our economic decisions can doom us to doing jobs we hate and they can eliminate our choices.” – Brian Buffini

    “People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing.” – Dale Carnegie

    “I have this great passion myself for this calling to bring the good life to more people; to help people feel better, to help people think better and to help people do better.” – Brian Buffini

    “When you view work as a blessing and not a curse, those who come after you will see work as a blessing and not a curse and their work will impact others.” – Brian Buffini


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  • In today’s busy world, procrastination is the mortal enemy of potential and true achievement. In this episode, Brian explains how you can stop making excuses, conquer procrastination and get on the road to incredible success.

     

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    ·     The psychology of procrastination.

    ·     The impacts of procrastination.

    ·     Tips to beat procrastination.

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    S2E166 The Power of Perseverance


    S2E170 The Slow Burn of Success: Cultivating Patience

     

    S1E059 Get Organized Now! The Most Organized Man in America – with Dr. Alex Lackey

     

    S2E141 What I Learned from Jim Rohn

     

    DO IT N.O.W.

     

    “The Power of Habit,” by Charles Duhigg

     

    “The Power of Full Engagement,” by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz


    The Peak Experience


    NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

     

    “When we get people to beat procrastination, we can get people to beat their goals.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “Procrastination is not waiting and it is more than delaying. It is a decision not to act.” – Dr. Joseph Ferrari

     

    “We are so scared of being judged that we look for every excuse to procrastinate.” – Erica Jong

     

    “When you're doing the good stuff on autopilot, you're winning.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “Habits and routines are the secret elixir of the most successful people in the world.” – Brian Buffini


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    Homeownership is the cornerstone of the American Dream. In this episode, Brian explains why real estate has been the making of him in his career, as a provider for his family and as a primary source of investment. Topics discussed include why people’s homes were their refuge during the COVID-19 pandemic, why owning is better than renting and why, for many people, the mortgage interest write-off could be the difference between being a renter and being an owner.

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    YOU WILL LEARN:

    Why homeownership increases personal wealth and well-being.Why homeownership promotes stronger families and neighborhoods.Why homeownership is good for the economy.

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    S2E124, “Getting the Mortgage Monkey Off Your Back”

     

    INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:


    “Food, shelter and clothing are the three predominant needs of humanity – and owning a home answers one of those.” – Brian Buffini


    “A house is made with walls and beams. A home is made with love and dreams.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson


    “Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt


    “Having a home and buying real estate, even buying investment real estate, is a phenomenal goal to set your mind on, and a great set of goals to have as the end to which all your efforts are directed.” – Brian Buffini


    “90 percent of all millionaires become so through owning real estate.” – Andrew Carnegie


    “Can a home buy you happiness? No, it can't. But can it contribute to your happiness? Absolutely.” – Brian Buffini


    “The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.” – Confucius


    “Owning a home is a magical thing. And it's the magic I hope that you currently are participating in.” – Brian Buffini


    “Real estate has provided me with the income to go pursue the gifts God's given me to go help as many people as I can. I owe that to real estate.” – Brian Buffini


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  • If you want to break free of what’s holding you back and truly grow, you have to embrace discomfort. In this episode, REALStrengths expert Rachael Yeaman shares how you can use your innate gifts and abilities to step outside your comfort zone and transform your life.

     

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    ·     How your unique strengths can help you to live life on purpose. 

    ·     How your setbacks can set you up for future success.

    ·     How you can start changing your life today.    

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    REALStrengths


    MasterMind Summit


    The Peak Experience


    Leadership Conference

     

    NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

     

    “In order to live life on purpose, you need to get clear on what matters most. Our unique strengths are directly connected to what we value most.” – Rachael Yeaman

     

    “We have to go ‘all in’ on life. No one else is doing that for us.” – Rachael Yeaman

     

    “The only way to conquer fear is to face it head on. We need to embrace discomfort and know that that's the only way to grow.” – Rachael Yeaman

     

    “We need to reframe rejection as protection.” – Rachael Yeaman

     

    “In order to seize your life, in order to seize every single day, you have to seize your strengths.” – Rachael Yeaman


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    “I learned that the prison was not the eight feet between the walls. It was eight inches between my ears.” – Captain Charlie Plumb

    It takes extraordinary resilience to survive the impossible. In this episode, Brian interviews former navy fighter pilot and Vietnam Prisoner of War, Captain Charlie Plumb. Captain Plumb explains how on his 75th combat mission over North Vietnam, five days before he was due to return home, he was shot down. Captured, tortured and imprisoned, he spent over 2,000 days as a POW in an 8ft x 8ft cell. Topics discussed include: Why his naval training was vital, how his parents’ philosophies of discipline and forgiveness helped him to survive and which daily routines kept him going.

     

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    What he learned about himself during his time in captivity.Why he believes adversity can bring opportunity.How strong leadership transformed his prison experience.

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    “I’m No Hero,” by Charlie Plumb


    INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

    “The good news is, when you have that opportunity to sit still nearly six years, you go back through your mind, and you learn an awful lot about yourself.” – Captain Plumb


    “I think the biggest thing I learned about myself was that regardless of what is around me, I still can make choices about my response to the things around me.” – Captain Plumb


    “Lots of times the biggest opportunities in life are wrapped up in the package that looks like a big-time problem.” – Captain Plumb


    “There's a lot of people in the marketplace today that are struggling there. They have total freedom and yet they're in a prison in their mind.” – Brian Buffini


    “Acid does more harm in the vessel it's stored than on the subject it’s poured.” – Proverb


    “I think the good life to me means a life of service. And I'm under the belief that if you help enough people get what they want, you can have a very, very successful life.” – Captain Plumb


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  • What could you achieve if you were willing to take the risk? In this episode, REALStrengths expert Rachael Yeaman shares how unlocking and empowering your innate gifts and abilities will help you to maximize your potential and your life.

     

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    ·     What your comfort zone costs you.   

    ·     Why living in reactive mode leads to regret. 

    ·     How to stop being ruled by fear.   

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    REALStrengths


    MasterMind Summit


    The Peak Experience


    Leadership Conference

     

    S2E159 All It Takes Is a Goal with Jon Acuff

     

    The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, by Bronnie Ware

     

    The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho

     

    NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

     

    “A cost associated with staying in this comfort zone is that we play small; we become stagnant and complacent.” – Rachael Yeaman

     

    “There needs to be seasons of rest. There needs to be seasons of comfort. But there also needs to be seasons of challenge.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “How much I missed, simply because I was afraid of missing it.” – Paulo Coelho

     

    “It's about recognizing this tension that exists between who we are and who we could be if we took the risk.” – Rachael Yeaman

     

    “If we want to maximize our lives, we have to use our strengths in the face of fear and choose courage over comfort.” – Rachael Yeaman


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    “A budget provides peace and security.” — Brian Buffini

    Whether you have more money in the bank than you know what to do with or you’re searching the couch cushions at the end of the month looking for spare change, you need a budget. Not only do the majority of people not have a budget, many fear even creating one! Creating a budget is nothing to fear; it’s an empowering activity that gives you total control over your money instead of the other way around. In this episode, Brian Buffini gives in-depth information to help you create a budget that works for your financial goals and circumstances. You’ll learn why most people don’t budget, how to prioritize your expenses and the apps that can help, and how to create a surplus each month, even if money is tight. By the end of the episode, you’ll be motivated to save more and build wealth.

     

    Inspirational quotes from today’s interview:

    “There is no amount of money that you will create that will be enough to not have a budget.” — Brian Buffini

    ”A budget is telling your money where to go, instead of wondering where it went.” — Dave Ramsey

    “My problem lies in reconciling my gross habits with my net income.” — Errol Flynn

    “If you aim at nothing, you’ll hit it every time.” — Zig Ziglar

    “Plan your work and work your plan.” — Norman Vincent Peale

    “What gets measured gets managed.” — Peter Drucker

    “He who buys what he does not need steals from himself.” — Swedish proverb

    “Do not save what’s left after spending, but spend what is left after saving.” — Warren Buffet

    “A budget tells us what we can’t afford but it doesn’t stop us from buying it.” — Brian Buffini

    “It’s not your salary that makes you rich; it’s your spending habits.” — Charles Jaffe

    “Time is like money. The less we have of it to spare, the further we make it go.” — Josh Billings

    “A portion of all you earn is yours to keep.” — George S. Clason

    “Your business is the golden goose.” — Brian Buffini

    “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” — Benjamin Franklin

    “The best investment you’ll ever make is in yourself.” — Warren Buffet

     

    Mentioned in the episode:

    PocketGuard

    YouNeedABudget

    Wally

    Mvelopes



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  • In today’s hectic world, it can feel like there’s never enough time to achieve what we want to. In this episode, time management and productivity expert Laura Vanderkam explains how to bring calm to the chaos and make time for what matters most.

     

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    ·     Reasons people don’t do what they say they want to.  

    ·     Tools and tips to help you become more tranquil.

    ·     The benefits of shifting from a 24-hour to a 168-hour mindset.

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    lauravanderkam.com


    Tranquility by Tuesday, by Laura Vanderkam

     

    Free business consultation

     

    S1E059 Get Organized Now! The Most Organized Man in America – with Dr. Alex Lackey

     

    The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by Stephen R. Covey

     

    Ken Burns documentaries

     

    NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

     

    “When things are truly important to us, we tend to make space for them.” – Laura Vanderkam

     

    “We can build the lives we want in the time that we have.” – Laura Vanderkam

     

    “A good morning starts the night before.” – Laura Vanderkam

     

    “Move by 3pm.” – Laura Vanderkam


    “Each week, you want to have one big adventure and one little adventure.” – Laura Vanderkam  


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  • If you can successfully solve other people’s problems, you will be both highly compensated and highly trusted. In this episode, Brian teaches why effective problem solving is a mindset and a skill and explains how learning to creatively solve problems for yourself and others will help you to live the good life.   

      

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    ·     Why people repeatedly encounter the same problems.

    ·     Why problem solving is such a valued skill.

    ·     How to become a problem solver.  

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

      

    “You2,” by Price Pritchett

     

    S1E164 The Best Interview of My Life with Neil Armstrong


     

    INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

     

    “Creativity and problem solving are the same thing.” – Brian Buffini


    “Solving problems gives you confidence and it also builds your momentum.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “You can't solve a problem until you're asking the right questions.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “Long after your physical strength is not what it used to be, your problem solving can be at an all-time high.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “Don't just be a talker, be a doer.” – Brian Buffini


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  • Ireland is a thriving, prosperous nation that punches above its weight on the world stage, but it wasn’t always that way. In this special episode to mark St. Patrick’s Day, Brian looks back on Ireland’s challenging history, reflects on how far the Emerald Isle has come and shares how you can emulate the special spirit of his homeland to achieve phenomenal success against the odds.

     

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    ·     How Ireland was shaped by the struggles of its past.  

    ·     How certain principles changed the country’s fortunes.  

    ·     How you can tap into those same principles to succeed. 

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    S2E158 How to be a Goal Getter

     

    S2E159 All It Takes Is a Goal with Jon Acuff

     

    “The Emigrant Edge,” by Brian Buffini

     

    The Peak Experience

     

    MasterMind

     

    Free business consultation


    Fairways and FunDays


    NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

     

    “If a country can change its fortunes, you as an individual can change your fortune.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “The three great essentials to achieve anything worthwhile are first, hard work; second, stick-to-itiveness; and third, common sense.” – Thomas A. Edison 


    “Drink deep of the principles of the Irish who turned around a whole country and, in turn, you can turn around your whole life.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “Success breeds success. That's the true beauty of rags to riches.” – Brian Buffini

     

    “Be a go-getter.” – Brian Buffini


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    “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.”

     

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    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 McConaughey

    Greenlights

    “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


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  • 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 Perseverance


    Free business consultation

     

    REALStrengths


    Do 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 Hill


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  • 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 Helmstetter


    NOTEWORTHY 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 Buffini


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  • You have the skills and the experience, so why aren’t you performing at the level you know you're capable of? In this episode, Dave McGhee, Vice President of the Buffini Coaching Institute, explains how a skilled coach can help you to clarify your aspirations, shift your perspective and tap into your unique gifts and abilities so you can achieve phenomenal success and live the good life.

     

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    ·     Why everyone needs a coach.

    ·     How a coach can draw out untapped potential.

    ·     What you can do to thrive in the current market.

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:


    Free business consultation

     

    S2E159 All It Takes Is a Goal with Jon Acuff

     

    S2E158 How to be a Goal Getter

     

    S2E160 How to Stay Motivated with Rachael Yeaman


    Do It N.O.W.

     

    Master Class

     


    NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

     

    “Training is a transfer of skill. Mentorship is a transfer of experience. And coaching is the drawing out of potential.” – Dave McGhee

     

    “Everybody needs a coach, because nobody wants to die with their music still in them.” – Dave McGhee

    “Our strategy of coaching is to help people get very clear on what they aspire to.” – Dave McGhee

     

    “Everybody thinks they need to know how. And, by and large, how will take care of itself if you know what and why.” – Dave McGhee

     

    “I'm a firm believer in having big goals and taking small steps.” – Dave McGhee


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  • 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 Pastoor


    INSPIRATIONAL 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 Pastoor


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    “Make small commitments really small - and then make sure they happen.” – Rick Pastoor


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  • 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.  

     

    YOU WILL LEARN:

    ·     The barriers to perseverance.

    ·     The components of perseverance.

    ·     Inspiring stories of perseverance.  

     

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

     

    S2E159 All It Takes Is a Goal with Jon Acuff

     

    S2E158 How to be a Goal Getter

     

    S1E262 The Power of a Made-Up Mind

     

    The 10 Ancient Scrolls for Success from “The Greatest Salesman in the World” by Og Mandino

     

    “Get in the Game,” by Cal Ripkin

     

    Do It N.O.W.

     

    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 Mandino


    Itsagoodlife.com


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  • 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


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  • 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.com


    Free business consultation

     

    “Mrs. Bridge,” by Evan S. Connell


    NOTEWORTHY 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   


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  • 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 Buffini


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  • 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.W


    S2E158 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  


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