The Brian Buffini Show

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S2E108 The Two Most Powerful Words in Business Jan 30, 2023

Show notes

In a world where a simple ‘thank you’ is often absent in interactions with other people, expressing gratitude is more important than ever before. In this episode, Brian shares why an attitude of gratitude changes everything and how it has formed the cornerstone of his business and his life for many decades.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· The best ways to express gratitude.

· What happens when you let people know you appreciate their business.

· How gratitude brings emotional glue to a relationship.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie

S1E027, Gratitude: My Secret Ingredient for Success

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“When you don't receive thanks, it makes it a transaction.” – Brian Buffini

“A person's name is so important. It's the sweetest sound in their ears. We’ve got to make sure that we say thank you and use the person's name.” – Brian Buffini

“An attitude of gratitude changes the heart.” – Brian Buffini

“Nothing in my career has cost less money, taken less time and built a bigger fortune for me than the expression of gratitude, especially through personal notes.” – Brian Buffini

“Gratitude is an essential in the good life.” – Brian Buffini

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S2E107 Invest Like a Billionaire with David Rubenstein Jan 23, 2023

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What do the most successful investors in the world have in common? In this episode, legendary cofounder of The Carlyle Group David Rubenstein shares the secrets of his own phenomenal success as well as some of the time-tested principles, wisdom and tools of the biggest names in finance.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· Why relationships are vital.

· The 3 categories of investing.

· How entrepreneurs should invest right now.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“How to Invest,” By David Rubenstein

The Godfather

It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Nobody ever won a Nobel Prize hating what they do. You have to love what you're doing.” – David Rubenstein

“The people that do well are people that go against conventional wisdom.” – David Rubenstein

“You don't need to be at the bottom or the top of the market. You're making investments. You need to basically believe in what you're doing.” – David Rubenstein

“Right now, I think is a good time to be buying, because I think the economy will come back.” – David Rubenstein

“Give your money to people that know what they're doing, and let them do it.” – David Rubenstein

“I try not to confuse my net worth with my self-worth.” – David Rubenstein

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S2E106 Wake Up to Your REALStrengths Jan 16, 2023

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When you know your natural gifts and abilities, you can connect to who you truly are and live a life of greater meaning and purpose. In this episode, REALStrengths expert Rachael Yeaman shares why everything changes when you uncover and leverage your unique strengths.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· How your innate gifts can unlock success.

· How you can maximize these strengths.

· Why you must also learn to manage them.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“Dare to Lead,” by Brené Brown

Good Will Hunting

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“The magic of what REALStrengths allows is for people to know that who they are is more than enough to make their unique impact in this world.” – Rachael Yeaman

“It’s a revelation when you find out what your strengths are, because they're so natural to you. They're like breathing.” – Brian Buffini

“Once we're aware of our unique strengths, we become confident in who we’re innately designed to be.” – Rachael Yeaman

“If we don't know our strengths, connect to them and consistently put them into action, there's a ceiling on everything that's possible.” – Rachael Yeaman

“We are our own unique selling proposition, but we need to be able to unlock it to allow that to truly thrive.” – Rachael Yeaman

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S2E105 A Vision for a Rocking Business Jan 09, 2023

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As they face the challenges of the new year, many entrepreneurs can feel apprehensive and overwhelmed. In this episode, Brian teaches how small business owners can tackle any setback and get on track to phenomenal success, regardless of market conditions.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· How to create a clear business strategy.

· Why tracking is vital to success.

· Why you should pick a theme for the year.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

itsagoodlife.com

“Atomic Habits,” by James Clear

S2E09, One Word to Change Your Life – an Interview with Jimmy Page

S1E166, Discipline Equals Freedom with Jocko Willink

Buffini & Company Referral Maker

Free business consultation

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“An idea is not a strategy. An idea is an idea. And good ideas get better over time.” – Brian Buffini

“There cannot be a crisis next week, my schedule is already full.” – Henry Kissinger

“Set your goals, prioritize your calendar, focus on the day.” – Brian Buffini

“Make tracking your friend.” – Brian Buffini

“My focus is to grow: grow myself, so I can grow my business.” – Brian Buffini

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S2E104 The 3 Keys to a Great Year Jan 02, 2023

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If you want to succeed in 2023, you have to understand where you’re at right now and then learn how to unlock your untapped potential going forward. In this episode, Brian shares the steps you need to take to have a great year.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· How to make resolutions that really work.

· How to get 5 Circle Fit.

· How to build your best year ever.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

S2E102, Reflections on a Good Year

S2E103, How to Review Your Business

S1E182, Breaking Bad

“Atomic Habits,” by James Clear

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“The good life requires some resolve.” – Brian Buffini

“You cannot unintentionally be successful.” – Brian Buffini

“When you take the small steps and have the small wins, you’ve got to celebrate them.” – Brian Buffini

“You need to write your principles in stone; you need to write your goals in pencil.” – Brian Buffini

“If you want to have a great year, one of the keys is don't go it alone.” – Brian Buffini

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S2E103 How to Review Your Business Dec 28, 2022

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This is the perfect time of year to review your business so you can hit the ground running in 2023. In this episode, Brian teaches why it’s vital to take stock of your business now so you can avoid mistakes, overcome challenges and win next year, no matter what happens.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· How to evaluate what worked well this year.

· How to look clinically at what needs improvement.

· How to perform a SWOT analysis.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

itsagoodlife.com

S2E100, Opportunities Coming off my Bold Predictions

The Peak Experience

S2E66, The Magic Meeting

S2E91, Play the Promotion Game to Win with Bill Hampton

Master Class

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“This is the time of year to make hay for next year.” – Brian Buffini

“Winners evaluate themselves in a positive manner and look for their strengths as they work to overcome their weaknesses.” – Zig Ziglar

“When you track things, it's a story of what actually took place.” – Brian Buffini

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

“Whatever's going on in the world, we're going to outgrow it; we're going to outperform it.” – Brian Buffini

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S2E102 Reflections on a Good Year Dec 26, 2022

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The good life isn’t always easy, but there’s always something to be grateful for. In this episode, Brian reflects on the challenges and blessings of the past year and teaches how, even with pain and suffering, life is still good if you practice gratitude.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· How to evaluate what worked during the year.

· How to decide what needs a tune-up.

· How to create your own highlight reel for the year.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

itsagoodlife.com

MasterMind

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“In the midst of the tragedy, in the midst of the difficulty and in the midst of the heartache, life is still good.” – Brian Buffini

“The difference between people who I consider successful, and people I don't consider successful, is gratitude.” – Brian Buffini

“It's on the strength of observation and reflection that one finds a way, so we must dig and delve unceasingly.” – Claude Monet

“There’s always something to be grateful for.” – Brian Buffini

“The lessons you learn from this year, you will use for the years to come.” – Brian Buffini

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S2E101 The Precious Present Dec 19, 2022

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As children, Christmas was a season of wonder for many of us, but over time we often start to anticipate less, expect more and even develop a sense of entitlement. In this extra-special replay episode, Brian shares why Christmas is still so dear to him and teaches how anyone can tap into the magic of the season all year long.

YOU WILL LEARN:

How to rekindle a sense of childlike anticipation and appreciation.
The story of the best Christmas Brian ever had.
Why the present is the most precious gift of all.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

itsagoodlife.com

“The One Minute Manager,” by Spencer Johnson and Ken Blanchard

“Who Moved My Cheese?” by Spencer Johnson and Ken Blanchard

“The Present,” by Spencer Johnson

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“The only thing that will last is relationships with people.” – Brian Buffini

“At the end of the day, the greatest present is the present.” – Brian Buffini

“It’s OK to be shaped by your past, but you can’t drive a car by constantly looking in the rear-view mirror.” – Brian Buffini

“You need to learn from your past, not get judged by your past or get stuck by your past.” – Brian Buffini

“The present of faith opened up my heart, my life and my eyes.” – Brian Buffini

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S2E100 Opportunities Coming off My Bold Predictions Dec 14, 2022

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In a shifting market, real estate agents need to be more professional than ever if they want to succeed in 2023. In this episode, Brian digs deeper into his Bold Predictions for next year, reveals which factors are affecting conditions and shares how to build a strong business in challenging economic times.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· Why employment is key to forecasting the market.

· Why inflation is so dangerous.

· How to beat inflation.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

S2E99, Brian Buffini's Bold Predictions: 2023 Real Estate Market Update

The National Association of REALTORS®

S2E89, The Invisible Crisis with Nicholas Eberstadt

S2E23, Inflation and You Part 1

S2E24, Inflation and You Part 2

Buffini & Company Real Estate Report

itsagoodlife.com

Free business consultation

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Inflation is a hole in the bucket.” – Brian Buffini

“Growth is the key to inflation: you’ve got to grow faster than inflation.” – Brian Buffini

“Get back to the fundamentals, execute, and swim against the tide and you're going to win.” – Brian Buffini

“This a good year to put some money in the market.” – Brian Buffini

“I can't control what the Fed does. I can't control what administrations do. I can't control what central banks do. But I can control what I do: attitude, effort, energy.” – Brian Buffini

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S2E99 Brian Buffini's Bold Predictions: 2023 Real Estate Market Update Dec 12, 2022

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For many years, Brian has predicted real estate trends and developments with astounding accuracy. In his 15th annual Bold Predictions broadcast, he interviews NAR Chief Economist Dr. Lawrence Yun for a market update. He also forecasts what’s ahead for next year and shares what real estate professionals need to do in order to win.

YOU WILL LEARN: