The Brian Buffini Show

“Young people can achieve great things. Especially when they cast off, not only the limiting beliefs of their elders, but actually the limiting beliefs they place on themselves.” – Brian Buffini Even 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.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit Episode 141, Manners Maketh Money “The Platinum Rule,” by Tony Alessandra and Michael J. O’Connor “The Wizard of Oz,” movie Episode 200, As a Man Thinketh Bryson DeChambeau   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 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.

“It is the deepest form of courage you can have to be able to look at yourself in the mirror, learn about who you're looking back at and be willing to go and pursue who you were designed to be.” – Brian Buffini   We are all capable of achieving more in life. In this episode, recorded live at The Peak Experience, Brian teaches the formula for achievement, explaining how you can unlock your full potential and become who you’re supposed to be. Topics discussed include the symptoms of unfulfilled potential, why gratitude is a gamechanger and how you can leverage your assets.   YOU WILL LEARN: The two categories of a winning mindset. The three crucial elements of motivation. The systems, routines and methodologies of success.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Peak Experience   “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill “Emotional Intelligence,” by Daniel Goleman   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:  “When you minimize what you've done, you minimize who you are.” – Brian Buffini “The world will knock you down plenty. You don't need to be doing it to yourself.” – Elizabeth Scott “Why? Why not? Why not you? Why not now?” – Jim Rohn “People often say the motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing. That's why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar “It is impossible to feel bitterness and gratitude at the same time. It is impossible to express gratitude and to feel envy. It is impossible to give somebody gratitude and at the same time feel resentment. It is impossible to live in a state of gratitude and a state of entitlement at the same time.” – 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.

“The more people we can influence, the more people we can serve and help.” – Brian Buffini From negotiating to collaborating, you need persuasion to get anything done in life. In this episode, Brian takes a deep dive into the art of persuasion, focusing on two powerful books to explain how you can become better skilled at influencing others so you can serve and help them. Topics discussed include why our need to be right means we often miss opportunity, why we all want to feel heard and why empathy is so important. Also outlined are the six principles of persuasion you can use to give customers a nudge in the right direction.   Interested in becoming highly-skilled in the area of persuasion? Check out our training programs and see how Buffini & Company can help!   LEARN MORE   YOU WILL LEARN: Why you can't win an argument. Why people argue. Why great salespeople must be skilled at persuasion.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “How to Win Friends & Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion,” by Robert B. Cialdini “Acres of Diamonds,” by Russell Conwell ESPN “30 for 30” documentary series Buffini & Company Heritage Profile “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” by Stephen R. Covey Episode 222, Choosing Hope in a Racially Divided Culture with Miles McPherson Episode 226, The Magic of Owning a Home Buffini & Company The Pathway to Mastery®   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still.” – Dale Carnegie “If your mind isn't open, keep your mouth shut too.” – Sue Grafton “It is better to keep your mouth closed and let people think you're a fool than open it and remove all doubt.” – Mark Twain “Disappointment is unmet expectations. And the more significant the expectations, the more significant that disappointment.” – Brené Brown “To be kind is more important than to be right. Many times what people need is not a brilliant mind that speaks, but a special heart that listens.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald “There is a distinct lack of empathy in our culture. The more you practice it, the more successful you'll be, the more you'll stand out, the more persuasive you’ll be, the more impactful you'll be.” – 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.

“When I have an alignment of my mindset of my head, if my heart is open and my hands are taking action, it unleashes my potential.” – Joe Niego The pathway to success is never straightforward – there are always bumps and bruises along the way. In this episode, recorded live at The Peak Experience, Joe Niego teaches how you can overcome obstacles, unleash your potential and skip down the road to true success, just like the characters in “The Wizard of Oz.” Topics discussed include the three reasons people trip up, the powerful affirmations you can use to help you succeed and why you should constantly try to take a position of humility as you learn, interact and assess your mistakes.   YOU WILL LEARN: The difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset. How to keep an open heart on the road to success. How to step outside your comfort zone and be courageous.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Wizard of Oz” movie The Peak Experience “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success,” by Carol S. Dweck “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill Chicago LockDown youth basketball program   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Fears aren't bad, they're normal. The problem is when they paralyze us.” – Joe Niego “There's no such thing as failure, there's only feedback.” – Joe Niego “When the mind is weak, a situation becomes a problem. When the mind is balanced, the situation becomes a challenge. But when the mind is strong, the situation becomes an opportunity.” – Anonymous “When I practice being courageous and get outside my comfort zone, I’m more apt to be vulnerable, I’m more apt to be honest, I’m more apt to be humble. It unleashes everything else. Courage is huge.” – Joe Niego “The more courage we lean into, the more we get to where we want to go.” – Joe Niego “You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” – Eleanor Roosevelt.   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.

“Our brains and our bodies are designed to connect with other people. We are hardwired to connect.” – Joe Ehrmann Scientifically and biologically, we are created to be in relationships, but it’s not always easy. In this episode, the fifth in a special series of six, Brian and Joe Ehrmann discuss what it means to love unconditionally inside a healthy relationship. Topics include the three basic things that every person needs to connect with others, the vital importance of deep friendships and the reasons why our wounds can stop us from developing the sorts of intimate connections that we are designed to have.   READ FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT   YOU WILL LEARN: The qualities that exist in a loving relationship. How to love people who are difficult to get along with. Why you must always work on yourself first.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: InSideOut Initiative Gilman School HBO Real Sports, Part 2 “Season of Life,” by Jeffrey Marx   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If we could ever address the lack of meaningful relationships with people in this world, we could deal with most of the social problems in this society.” – Joe Ehrmann “Friendship means you get face to face. You reveal your deepest, most intimate struggles and who and what you are.” – Joe Ehrmann “All relationships in one way or the other fall into two categories: It's either a relationship built around devotion, or it's a relationship built around duty.” – Brian Buffini “Relationships are always organic. You might have had a great loving relationship three weeks ago, but you’ve got to keep working on that relationship. It takes time. It takes commitment. And it takes investment.” – Joe Ehrmann   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.

  “If you pay attention to a distraction, it is a very high price you pay.” – Brian Buffini It’s very easy to become distracted and lose focus in today’s fast-paced world. In this episode, Brian teaches how to avoid distractions, develop laser focus and become an on-purpose person who will win the day. Topics include how distraction dilutes concentration and energy, why multitasking isn’t necessarily positive, how to get back on task quickly if you get distracted and why a power hour can help you to complete short-term immediate action steps and gain momentum.      Click below for your Free Power Hour Sign! DOWNLOAD FREE RESOURCE   YOU WILL LEARN: The three enemies of focus. The three benefits of focus. Action steps to become more focused.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 14, An Interview with Daniel Goleman The Peak Experience “Focus: The Hidden Driver of Excellence,” by Daniel Goleman Marilyn vos Savant Joe Niego “Flow,” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Buffini & Company Heritage Profile “For Want of a Nail,” poem “Invictus,” by William Ernest Henley   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Distraction means you miss out on life.” – Brian Buffini  “Focus is intentional; drift is passive.” – Brian Buffini “To be in hell is to drift: to be in heaven is to steer.” – George Bernard Shaw “Concentrate all your thoughts upon the work at hand. The sun's rays do not burn until brought to a focus.” – Alexander Graham Bell “It is those who concentrate on but one thing at a time who advance in this world.” – Og Mandino  “It is the set of the sails, not the direction of the wind that determines which way we will go.” –  Jim Rohn   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.

“Our brains and our bodies are designed to connect with other people. We are hardwired to connect.” – Joe Ehrmann Scientifically and biologically, we are created to be in relationships, but it’s not always easy. In this episode, the fifth in a special series of six, Brian and Joe Ehrmann discuss what it means to love unconditionally inside a healthy relationship. Topics include the three basic things that every person needs to connect with others, the vital importance of deep friendships and the reasons why our wounds can stop us from developing the sorts of intimate connections that we are designed to have.   READ FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT   YOU WILL LEARN: The qualities that exist in a loving relationship. How to love people who are difficult to get along with. Why you must always work on yourself first.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: InSideOut Initiative Gilman School HBO Real Sports, Part 2 “Season of Life,” by Jeffrey Marx   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If we could ever address the lack of meaningful relationships with people in this world, we could deal with most of the social problems in this society.” – Joe Ehrmann “Friendship means you get face to face. You reveal your deepest, most intimate struggles and who and what you are.” – Joe Ehrmann “All relationships in one way or the other fall into two categories: It's either a relationship built around devotion, or it's a relationship built around duty.” – Brian Buffini “Relationships are always organic. You might have had a great loving relationship three weeks ago, but you’ve got to keep working on that relationship. It takes time. It takes commitment. And it takes investment.” – Joe Ehrmann   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.

“There is a joy and a fulfillment that you get every day in the pursuit of fulfilling your own potential.” – Brian Buffini  We all know we’re capable of achieving more in life, but how can we fulfill our untapped potential? In this episode, recorded in front of a live studio audience, Brian explains how you can use the gifts and talents you have in order to go farther than you ever imagined. Topics discussed include the symptoms of unfulfilled potential, why challenges and difficulties can bring out the best in you and the critical importance of written goals.   YOU WILL LEARN: Why your best is yet to come. What holds you back. How to get to where you want to go.   Free Business Consultation   If you feel like you’re not where you want to be right now and want to get to the next level, Buffini & Company can help! At Buffini & Company, we’ve been keeping the momentum going for years with thousands of small business owners across North America who benefit from our business coaching. Click the button above to schedule your free business consultation.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Schedule your free business consultation “The Best Is Yet to Come,” by Frank Sinatra “I Hate Christian Laettner” ESPN documentary Coach John Wooden Coach Lou Holtz   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “We've seen ourselves at our best. We've seen ourselves at our worst. And then we see ourselves, a lot of the time, kind of every day, kind of vacillating between the two. And the truth of the matter is, we know we're capable of more. We know we have some untapped potential.” – Brian Buffini “You were designed, you were built and you were created as a unique person with a unique set of potential and gifts and talents inside of you.” – Brian Buffini “There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” – Nelson Mandela “If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.” – Jim Rohn “Envy is the ulcer of the soul.” – Socrates “Procrastination is the fear of success. People procrastinate because they're afraid of the success that they know will result if they move ahead now. Because success is heavy, it carries a responsibility with it, it's much easier to procrastinate and live on the ‘someday I'll’ philosophy.” – Denis Waitley “It's impossible to live without failing at something unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all, in which case you fail by default.” – J.K. Rowling “Success is almost totally dependent on drive. The extra energy required to make another effort or try another approach is the secret of winning.” – Denis Waitley “People often say motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing. That's why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar “Most people want to change their circumstances but don't want to change themselves. But changing yourself is where the magic is. That's where the value is.” – 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.

“Healing is a lifestyle. It's a lifelong journey to process this.” – Joe Ehrmann Healing is a continual journey, with many ups and downs along the way. In this episode, the fourth in a special series of six, Brian and Joe Ehrmann teach the process of healing and explain why it will help you experience fuller relationships and ultimately find your transcendent cause and purpose. Topics discussed include why it’s vital to verbalize your wounds and share them with someone you trust, why you must question the beliefs behind your emotions and why the discipline of journaling is so helpful in digging for truth.     READ FULL EPISODE TRANSCRIPT   YOU WILL LEARN: Six steps to heal from the wounds of your past. Why pain is a part of healing. Why healing yourself positively impacts others.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: InSideOut Initiative   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There's a certain reality that whatever we resist is going to persist in our life. The more we avoid, or deny or suppress the wounds of our life, the more they continually show up.” – Joe Ehrmann “The mind or our subconscious doesn't hide things from itself. They continually stay there. They keep playing. Those old wounds and the messages that came from those wounds continue to play.” – Joe Ehrmann “We need someone in our lives that we can share this journey with, this healing process with. Someone with whom we can share our most intimate and deepest secrets.” – Joe Ehrmann “Life really is about digging for the deeper truth and the meanings of life.” – Joe Ehrmann “You've got to give yourself permission to really feel what you feel. Emotion is energy.” – Joe Ehrmann “You've got to keep digging deeper into the truth, into belief systems, and see whether they're true or whether they're false. Don't let emotional discomfort determine for you whether something is true or false.” – Joe Ehrmann   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.

“If you try to build intimacy with another person before you've done the difficult work of getting whole on your own, all your relationships become an attempt to complete yourself.” – Dr. Les Parrott Your relationships with other people are only as strong as you are. In this episode, Brian talks to best-selling author and relationship expert Dr. Les Parrott about his new book, “Healthy Me, Healthy Us,” and discovers why the single most important thing you can do to improve your relationships is to become a whole and healthy individual yourself. Topics discussed include how Les and his wife Leslie have worked together for decades to help improve people’s relationships, including cofounding the dating website eharmony.com; the importance of humility and getting feedback from others; and the value of conflict and fighting fair.   YOU WILL LEARN: Why profound significance is so vital. How you can lean into unswerving authenticity. Why you must nurture self-giving love.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: www.lesandleslie.com “Healthy Me, Healthy Us,” by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott “Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts,” by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott “Love Talk,” by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott “The Parent You Want to Be,” by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott “What to Say When You Talk to Yourself,” by Shad Helmstetter “The Purpose Driven Life,” by Rick Warren “Learned Optimism,” by Martin E.P. Seligman “The Shawshank Redemption” movie “Good Will Hunting” movie “Dead Poets Society” movie www.eharmony.com   INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Relationships are the hub of the wheel.” – Dr. Les Parrott “No one was designed to complete you. That's the work that you have to do.” – Dr. Les Parrott “Awareness is curative. Once you become aware, then you can do something about it.” – Dr. Les Parrott “Unswerving authenticity is all about knowing your purpose, following that path and not just walking down that path, but running down that path.” – Dr. Les Parrott “Just being yourself is good enough to be great.” – Brian Buffini “We have opportunities to walk the extra mile in big ways and little ways.” – Dr. Les Parrott “The happiest homes are the homes that are filled with an abundance of mutual empathy.” – Dr. Les Parrott “Conflict is the price we pay for deeper intimacy.” – Dr. Les Parrott   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.