It's a Good Life

Click here to listen to the full episodeJim Rohn was one of the most influential thinkers of our time and a leader in the field of personal development. In this episode, Brian reveals how this special mentor profoundly impacted and improved his approach to business and to life.YOU WILL LEARN:·     How self-education can make you a fortune.·     Why you must develop your philosophy.·     Why you should be a person of action.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:“The Treasury of Quotes,” by Jim Rohn Buffini Coaching Free business consultation Control Your Own Economy, S2E116NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Ignorance is not bliss; ignorance is poverty.” – Jim Rohn      “Life is a unique combination of want-to and how-to, and we need to give equal attention to both.” – Jim Rohn      “Your income is determined by your philosophy, not by the economy.” – Jim Rohn      “We all need lots of powerful long-range goals to help us pass the short-term obstacles.” – Jim Rohn      “Success is nothing more than a few simple disciplines practiced every day, while failure is simply a few errors in judgment repeated every day.” – Jim Rohn    itsagoodlife.com

Success is rarely a straightforward journey. In this episode, Brian tells network marketing expert and author Eric Worre about his path to success and how he navigated the challenges he encountered to win the day.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Brian’s experience growing up as a third-generation entrepreneur in Ireland.·     How he overcame financial failures and business setbacks.·     The profound impact of personal development on his life. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Eric Worre “Acres of Diamonds,” by Russell Conwell “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino “The Alchemist,” by Paulo Coelho NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Can you put your name to it?” – Grandfather Buffini“It’s not how hard you fall; it’s how high you bounce.” – Tom Kelly “If they can do it, I can do it.” – Brian Buffini “I did it before. I can do it again.” – Brian Buffini “You have to have urgency, but you have to have patience as well.” – Eric Worre “If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging!” – Eric Worre

Click here to listen to the full episodeWhat are the five stratospheric laws of success? In this episode, Brian talks to bestselling author John David Mann. John discusses the principles and philosophy behind his book “The Go-Giver”– a parable about the power of giving that has inspired a worldwide movement and impacted and transformed the lives of millions of people.Inspirational quotes from today’s interview:“The greatest gift you have to offer is yourself.” – John David Mann“The size and measure of your influence is determined by how abundantly you place other people’s interests first.” – John David Mann“The law of value says that your true worth is determined by how much more you give in value than you take in payment.” – John David Mann“It doesn’t mean that we should give our stuff away for free...It means to value what you do and to put the maximum value into it.” – John David Mann“The law of value is really about giving your best to the world and focusing on the giving.” – John David Mannitsagoodlife.com

Have you ever wondered why Irish people are so beloved around the world? In this episode, Brian explains how you can tap into the ancient Celtic approach to gratitude that defines Ireland as a nation and makes its people so accepted and supported worldwide.  YOU WILL LEARN:·      The consequences of being ungrateful. ·      The Celtic secret.·      The importance of practicing gratitude. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Relationships built on thank you and please are more likely to succeed.” – Brian Buffini “No matter what the circumstances are, a sense of gratitude is what it's all about.” – Brian Buffini “Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough.” – Oprah “If you want to be happy, get your eyes off yourself and onto somebody else. Bless someone else. Thank somebody.” –  Brian Buffini “Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for.” – Zig Ziglaritsagoodlife.com

Click here to listen to the full episodeEven in a challenging and sometimes negative world, young people can still do exceptional things. In this episode, Brian teaches how the youth of today can experience phenomenal success if they follow the 5 C’s of achievement. Topics discussed include why it’s important not to conform or be average and why having courage in the face of adversity can be the making of you. YOU WILL LEARN:Why it’s vital to be curious.Why you will stand out if you’re courteous.How to build and develop your character. INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.” – Rita Mae Brown“Ancora imparo: I am still learning.” – Michelangelo“Courtesy is a small act, but it packs a mighty wallop.” – Lewis Carroll“Courage is nothing more than taking one step more than you think you can take.” – Brian Buffini“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired and success achieved.” – Helen Keller“Small little habits can be big changes.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com

You can build a life of purpose, passion, and impact - all you need is beginner’s pluck! In this episode, entrepreneur, author and keynote speaker Liz Bohannon shares how to channel your inner beginner and reframe failure to foster curiosity, innovation and purpose in your work and life. YOU WILL LEARN:·     The benefits of embracing your inner beginner.·     The power of dreaming small.·     The concept of owning your average. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Liz Bohannon “Beginner’s Pluck,” by Liz Bohannon The Peak Experience “The Blue Sweater,” by Jacqueline Novogratz About Time movie  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Beginners show up with a certain energy and a certain perspective that actually helps them become more successful.” – Liz Bohannon “Becoming a great leader isn't just about pursuing mastery or expertise. It's also about constantly diving back into the learning journey, and that means becoming a beginner over and over again.” – Liz Bohannon“How we see the world and how we see either challenges or opportunities really are influenced by who we're surrounding ourselves with.” – Liz Bohannon “The problem should always be more precious and more of a focus than the solution. And that is something that beginners do brilliantly.” – Liz Bohannon “I think business is actually one of the most powerful tools for making a positive impact in the world. I don't think that we have to choose between profit and purpose.” – Liz Bohannonitsagoodlife.com

Click here to listen to the full episodeMany of us are so focused on achieving that we live in fast-forward; that is, we focus on “once I get there…” instead of what’s in front of us right now. Add distractions into the mix and it becomes that much more difficult to embark on the journey to mastery. But, don’t give up; instead, hit the “pause” button. In this episode Brian Buffini delves into the concept of mastery. Using George Leonard’s best-selling book, Mastery as a guide, Brian outlines what mastery is, what it isn’t and how to avoid the pitfalls along the way. You’ll learn what mastery means, why true mastery is contrary to our culture of quick fixes, how slowing down is essential to learning and growing, and why plateaus are essential to progress.NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Mastery is a journey, and the master must have the courage to risk failure.” — George Leonard“If people knew how hard I had to work to gain my mastery, it would not seem so wonderful at all.” — Michelangelo“At the heart of it, mastery is staying on the path.” — George Leonard“What’s the difference between the master and the beginner? The master has failed more times the beginner has ever tried.” — Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com

Feeling stuck is an unavoidable part of the human condition. In this episode, bestselling author Adam Alter shares why almost everyone feels stuck in some way, how it can be a feature of progress and what to do to get unstuck and thrive when it matters most.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     The goal gradient hypothesis.·     The dynamic of perfectionism.·      The concept of simplification. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Adam Alter “Anatomy of a Breakthrough,” by Adam Alter “The Power of Habit,” by Charles Duhigg “The Tipping Point,” by Malcolm Gladwell The Shawshank Redemption NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Stuckness is inevitable.” – Adam Alter “There is no success story … that doesn't involve multiple, repeated periods of stuckness.” – Adam Alter “Another way of thinking of perfectionism that's not as binary, that's more continuous, is excellence or mastery.” – Adam Alter “Excellence can be redefined across time.” – Adam Alter“Excellence is doing the best you can with what you have in the timeframe allowed.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com

Click here to listen to the full episodeIn 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 PerseveranceS2E170 The Slow Burn of Success: Cultivating PatienceNOTEWORTHY 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 Buffiniitsagoodlife.com