It's a Good Life

In today’s often status-obsessed world, it’s easy to become consumed by a ‘never-enough’ mindset. In this episode, leading financial expert Manisha Thakor explains how to redefine your relationship with work and money to create a life that aligns with your true values and is rich in both financial and emotional wealth. YOU WILL LEARN: · Why people fall prey to the counterfeit financial culture. · How to escape the cult of ‘never enough.’ · The 3 keys to emotional wealth. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Manisha Thakor “MoneyZen,” by Manisha Thakor “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino “The Power of Positive Thinking,” by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale “A Room of One's Own,” by Virginia Woolf Dead Poets Society Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I define enough as a feeling of contentment.” – Manisha Thakor “When we look in almost every direction now at life, we are comparing ourselves to something that is counterfeit.” – Manisha Thakor “Keeping up with the Joneses has been weaponized.” – Brian Buffini “If you don't control your finances, there's no way to win.” – Brian Buffini “I define emotional wealth as having the energy in your life being driven by three C's: connection, creativity, and curiosity.” – Manisha Thakor Itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When faced with adversity, you can either let your environment change you for the worse, or you can find the power inside to change your life for the better. In this episode, bestselling author and keynote speaker Damon West tells how he went from incarceration in a Texas maximum-security prison to helping people worldwide transform their situation, overcome challenges and create positive change. YOU WILL LEARN: · How he descended into a life of drugs and crime. · How the ‘coffee bean mindset’ transformed his life. · Why he now dedicates himself to being useful. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Damon West The Coffee Bean, by Jon Gordon and Damon West The Change Agent, by Damon West S1E106 Leading Your Life and Business with Jon Gordon Man's Search for Meaning, by Viktor E. Frankl The Shawshank Redemption Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When you change the way you think, you change the results in your life.” – Damon West “Once you believe in yourself, then other people can believe in you too.” – Damon West “No matter where you are in life, you have the ability to be grateful for something.” – Damon West “When you own your past, you're no longer a slave to your past. When you own your past, you can write a better future.” – Damon West “Be a servant to other people; look for ways to enrich the lives of people.” – Damon West Itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing: Quickcuts For the month of November we’ll be bringing you something special. It’s a short, high-impact episode every Tuesday, but don’t worry, on Thursday’s you can tune in to the full in-depth conversation. When faced with adversity, you can either let your environment change you for the worse, or you can find the power inside to change your life for the better. In this episode, bestselling author and keynote speaker Damon West tells how he went from incarceration in a Texas maximum-security prison to helping people worldwide transform their situation, overcome challenges and create positive change. YOU WILL LEARN: · How he descended into a life of drugs and crime. · How the ‘coffee bean mindset’ transformed his life. · Why he now dedicates himself to being useful. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Damon West The Coffee Bean, by Jon Gordon and Damon West The Change Agent, by Damon West S1E106 Leading Your Life and Business with Jon Gordon Man's Search for Meaning, by Viktor E. Frankl The Shawshank Redemption Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When you change the way you think, you change the results in your life.” – Damon West “Once you believe in yourself, then other people can believe in you too.” – Damon West “No matter where you are in life, you have the ability to be grateful for something.” – Damon West “When you own your past, you're no longer a slave to your past. When you own your past, you can write a better future.” – Damon West “Be a servant to other people; look for ways to enrich the lives of people.” – Damon West Itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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: MasterMind S1E162 The Happiness Equation with Neil Pasricha 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 Ziglar itsagoodlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing: Quickcuts For the month of November we’ll be bringing you something special. It’s a short, high-impact episode every Tuesday, but don’t worry, on Thursday’s you can tune in to the full in-depth conversation. 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: MasterMind S1E162 The Happiness Equation with Neil Pasricha 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 Ziglar itsagoodlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever started something important, only to give up and never finish? In this episode, Brian shares three strategies that will ensure you always stay focused, become unstoppable and win. YOU WILL LEARN: · How to make up your mind. · How to square your jaw. · How to be like a Timex. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Chumbawamba song Cool Hand Luke S1E262 The Power of a Made-Up Mind “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill S1E261 Matthew McConaughey – an Interview on His New Book, “Greenlights” S2E19 Be Like a Timex Part 1 S2E20 Be Like a Timex Part 2 MasterMind Free business consultation Subscribe NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The good life is a fight.” – Brian Buffini “We’ve got to square up our jaw. Chin down, hands up.” – Brian Buffini “There is no elevator to success, you have to take the stairs.” – Zig Ziglar “If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.” – Jim Rohn “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing: Quickcuts For the month of November we’ll be bringing you something special. It’s a short, high-impact episode every Tuesday, but don’t worry, on Thursday’s you can tune in to the full in-depth conversation. Have you ever started something important, only to give up and never finish? In this episode, Brian shares three strategies that will ensure you always stay focused, become unstoppable and win. YOU WILL LEARN: · How to make up your mind. · How to square your jaw. · How to be like a Timex. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Chumbawamba song Cool Hand Luke S1E262 The Power of a Made-Up Mind “Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill S1E261 Matthew McConaughey – an Interview on His New Book, “Greenlights” S2E19 Be Like a Timex Part 1 S2E20 Be Like a Timex Part 2 MasterMind Free business consultation Subscribe NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The good life is a fight.” – Brian Buffini “We’ve got to square up our jaw. Chin down, hands up.” – Brian Buffini “There is no elevator to success, you have to take the stairs.” – Zig Ziglar “If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.” – Jim Rohn “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Og Mandino’s “The Greatest Salesman in the World” is a classic guide to success that has improved the lives of millions of people around the world. In this episode, Brian shares how Og came to be his mentor and how the timeless principles he taught changed his life forever. YOU WILL LEARN: MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino “A Better Way to Live,” by Og Mandino “The Greatest Miracle in the World,” by Og Mandino “Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude,” by W. Clement Stone “Wake up and Live,” by Dorothea Brande The 10 Ancient Scrolls for Success Real estate market predictions broadcast Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There are no secrets to success. It's a clear set of principles, not tactics and techniques.” – Brian Buffini “Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.” – Og Mandino “One day at a time, over time, produces transformational change.” – Brian Buffini “I will pause whenever I'm feeling sorry for myself today and remember that this is the only day I have and I must play it to the fullest.” – Og Mandino “Failure is nature's plan to prepare you for great responsibilities.” – Og Mandino “When in doubt, go. When in doubt, do.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introducing: Quickcuts For the month of November we’ll be bringing you something special. It’s a short, high-impact episode every Tuesday, but don’t worry, on Thursday’s you can tune in to the full in-depth conversation. Og Mandino’s “The Greatest Salesman in the World” is a classic guide to success that has improved the lives of millions of people around the world. In this episode, Brian shares how Og came to be his mentor and how the timeless principles he taught changed his life forever. YOU WILL LEARN: MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Greatest Salesman in the World,” by Og Mandino “A Better Way to Live,” by Og Mandino “The Greatest Miracle in the World,” by Og Mandino “Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude,” by W. Clement Stone “Wake up and Live,” by Dorothea Brande The 10 Ancient Scrolls for Success Real estate market predictions broadcast Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There are no secrets to success. It's a clear set of principles, not tactics and techniques.” – Brian Buffini “Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.” – Og Mandino “One day at a time, over time, produces transformational change.” – Brian Buffini “I will pause whenever I'm feeling sorry for myself today and remember that this is the only day I have and I must play it to the fullest.” – Og Mandino “Failure is nature's plan to prepare you for great responsibilities.” – Og Mandino “When in doubt, go. When in doubt, do.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to be a successful leader? In this episode, Dermot Buffini, CEO of Buffini & Company and one of the most respected leaders in the real estate industry, tells Brian about his own path to leadership. He shares how his innate curiosity impacted his growth journey, how other people helped him to develop and what he has learned along the way. YOU WILL LEARN: · How to overcome your leadership gaps. · Why knowing yourself is vital to strong leadership. · How you can grow as a leader. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Free REALStrengths Assessment Leadership Conference S2E115 To Sell is to Serve with Rachel Yeaman The Curious CEO NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A lot of people are more than happy to help you develop.” – Dermot Buffini “Sometimes it's not a growing season, it’s a learning season. It's really important to know the season you're in and to accept it.” – Dermot Buffini “Our job as leaders is to create the future.” – Dermot Buffini “The REALStrengths profile is a game changer. Not so I can come in and fix other people, but so I can be aware of myself and really play from a position of strength.” – Dermot Buffini “I always want to be of service.” – Dermot Buffini Itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fear and self-doubt can rob you of your purpose and leave you feeling paralyzed. In this episode, Brian shares three tools that will help you to reduce doubt, take decisive action and achieve phenomenal success. YOU WILL LEARN: · What doubt really is. · How the Freddy Krueger principles can help. · Why action eliminates doubt. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: MasterMind Buffini Coaching Free business consultation Free REALStrengths Assessment Free ebook S2E115 To Sell is to Serve with Rachel Yeaman S2E97 Developing Your Self-Belief Remember the Titans NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If fear is leading your decision-making process, you're going to get fearful decisions, and fearful decisions are often ones we regret.” – Brian Buffini “Courage is not the absence of fear – it’s action taken in the midst of fear.” – Brian Buffini “You're as likely to get into trouble by not making the decision as you are by making a decision.” – Brian Buffini “We all need people to believe in us so we will believe in us.” – Brian Buffini “Action ultimately eliminates doubt.” – Brian Buffini itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As one of the best motivational speakers and teachers of all time, Zig Ziglar shared many wise insights on character and relationships throughout his career. In this episode from the archives, Brian showcases more of Zig’s classic content and explains how his mentor’s principles helped him to build a happy and successful life. YOU WILL LEARN: · Why money only gets you so far. · Why a sense of humor is invaluable. · How to raise positive-thinking kids. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E144 Unheard Gems from my Mentor Zig Ziglar, Part 1 MasterMind S2E138 What I Learned from Lou Holtz S2E141 What I Learned from Jim Rohn Buffini Coaching Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You can get anything money buys without a lick of character, but you can't get anything money won't buy without character.” – Zig Ziglar “A real sense of humor is the most important thing in a marriage and in a career.” – Zig Ziglar “If you can get somebody laughing, you’ve got a better chance of selling.” – Zig Ziglar “If you can come up with an idea that is seldom used or thought about, those are the things that will make a huge difference in your life.” – Zig Ziglar “Rules without a relationship leads to rebellion.” – Zig Ziglar itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zig Ziglar was one of the best motivational speakers and teachers of all time and an authority on the human potential for excellence. In this rare archival recording, Brian shares some of Zig’s most profound and timeless content and explains how his mentor’s passion and wisdom impacted his own life. YOU WILL LEARN: · How changing your attitude can change your life. · How to successfully close a sale. · Why you must keep priming the pump. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: MasterMind S2E138 What I Learned from Lou Holtz S2E141 What I Learned from Jim Rohn Buffini Coaching Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You can change what you are - you can change where you are - by changing what goes into your mind.” – Zig Ziglar “Encouragement is the fuel on which hope runs.” – Zig Ziglar “You don't have a chance to make a sale until you ask.” – Zig Ziglar “You’ve got to put something in before you can expect to get anything out.” – Zig Ziglar “You can have everything in life you want, if you will just help other people get what they want.” – Zig Ziglar itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many people want to have a better work/life balance, but what does this really mean and can it ever be achieved? In this episode, Brian explains the complexity of the work/life balance myth and shares tips to help you win in business and in life. YOU WILL LEARN: · Why it's not about balance, but balancing. · How opposing forces work. · Why you win at what you value. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E37 The War Within S1E166 Discipline Equals Freedom with Jocko Willink MasterMind Buffini Coaching Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Balance is not a destination. It's a process of adjustments to the changes and challenges of business and life.” – Brian Buffini “Life is like riding a bicycle - to keep your balance, you must keep moving.” – Albert Einstein “The challenge of work/life balance is without question one of the most significant struggles faced by modern man.” – Stephen Covey “We need to be disciplined with our time.” – Brian Buffini “It takes the same amount of energy to worry as it does to succeed.” – Brian Buffini itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hard work is a virtue but, if you want to build a lasting fortune, you need to learn to invest wisely. In this episode, Brian shares how he has invested throughout his career, getting his money to work for him and creating wealth for generations to come, all while living the good life. YOU WILL LEARN: · The principles of wealth creation. · The seven streams of income you need. · Five ways to invest. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E23 Inflation and You Part 1 S2E130 Building an Unbreakable Brand with Kevin Keenan S2E47 Recession Proof Your Money Part 1 S2E107 Invest Like a Billionaire with David Rubenstein How to Invest, by David Rubenstein S2E120 Getting Rich is Easy S2E117 Getting Your Financial House in Order S2E123 Getting Your Business in Order MasterMind The Peak Experience Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There's a big difference between making money and creating wealth.” – Brian Buffini “Invest in what you know.” – Brian Buffini “If you can't explain the investment, don't do it.” – Brian Buffini “Your attitude is really what dictates your altitude. You can't have a successful small business and be small-minded; you have to expand your mindset.” – Brian Buffini “You’ve got to zig when others zag.” – Brian Buffini itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim 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 MasterMind Buffini Coaching Free business consultation Control Your Own Economy, S2E116 NOTEWORTHY 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sales often gets a bad rap but, done right, it can be the best thing in the world. In this episode, Brian teaches a powerful strategy to sell well and shares three principles that will help you achieve phenomenal success in your sales career. YOU WILL LEARN: · Why people buy emotionally and justify logically. · Why facts tell, but stories sell. · Why people need help making decisions. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini Coaching Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If you just meet the transactional needs of a customer, you'll get paid - but you won't make an advocate.” – Brian Buffini “When you meet the emotional and transactional needs of the customer, you create advocates.” – Brian Buffini “When dealing with people, remember you are not dealing with creatures of logic, but creatures of emotion.” – Dale Carnegie “We are all storytellers. We all live in a network of stories. There isn't a stronger connection between people than storytelling.” – Jimmy Neil Smith “We all need a little nudge in helping make good decisions.” – Brian Buffini itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everything of value – from the greatest financial institutions to the strongest relationships – is built on trust. In this episode, global trust expert David Horsager reveals how you can become a trusted leader for your business, your customers and your family. YOU WILL LEARN: · Why trust is so important in business. · Why being trustworthy leads to respect. · The eight-pillar framework for building trust. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: David Horsager “Trusted Leader,” by David Horsager Buffini Coaching Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Trust is not a soft skill – a lack of trust is your biggest expense.” – David Horsager “When I can confidently believe in you, everything changes.” – David Horsager “When you become most trusted, you gain the greatest market share.” – David Horsager “We trust those that stay fresh and relevant and capable.” – David Horsager “To the extent that you're consistent, you will be trusted.” – David Horsager Itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Few people in the history of college sports have been more influential or had a bigger impact than legendary coach Lou Holtz. In this episode, Brian reveals how this special mentor personally shaped his own life and shares some of his most important lessons. YOU WILL LEARN: · The three questions that will change your career. · The principle of WIN. · The importance of continual growth. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Wins, Losses and Lessons,” by Lou Holtz MasterMind Leadership Conference Master Class The Peak Experience Buffini Coaching Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A coach can pull more out of you than you can pull out of yourself.” – Brian Buffini “Don't go through life being a spectator. Be a participant.” – Lou Holtz “You're either growing or you're dying.” – Lou Holtz “There are no age restrictions on having dreams and goals.” – Lou Holtz “You have to have a reason to get up, you have to have something to excite you no matter how successful you are.” – Lou Holtz Itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although many entrepreneurs work very long hours, they often don’t accomplish what they want to. In this episode, Brian shares how to work smarter, get more out of your time and achieve phenomenal success. YOU WILL LEARN: · The mindset of work. · The motivation of work. · The methodology of work. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S1E289, The Blessing of Work “The Purpose Driven Life,” by Rick Warren Flow, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi S1E224, The Energy Clock with Molly Fletcher “The Energy Bus,” by Jon Gordon “The Entrepreneur’s Playbook” Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “In the grind is where you often find the innovation, the creativity and the space.” – Brian Buffini “Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.” – Napoleon Hill “The purpose of life is a life of purpose and that purpose is to serve others.” – Brian Buffini “If you can embrace the concept of focus, it can change everything for you. Instead of being a lightbulb, that same light and energy becomes a laser.” – Brian Buffini “It's not how many hours you work. It's the quality and acuity of those hours.” – Brian Buffini itsagoodlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.