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What does it take to build a truly great team? In this episode, Jon Gordon discusses his new book, “The 7 Commitments of a Great Team,” and explains why it’s commitment – not just talent – that separates great teams from the rest.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The commitments that great teams must make.
· Why commitments are greater than goals.
· Why positivity is a competitive advantage.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“The 7 Commitments of a Great Team,” by Jon Gordon
“The Energy Bus,” by Jon Gordon
S2E294, The Power to Change with Craig Groeschel
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Teammates are forever.” – Coach Richie Moran
“Devotion is what drives discipline.” – Jon Gordon
“You'll never have commitment without connection.” – Jon Gordon
“Leaders go first. They lead the way. They demonstrate commitment.” – Jon Gordon
“When you demonstrate commitment, you get commitment back.” – Jon Gordon
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It’s human nature to make excuses when things don’t go your way but if you take responsibility for where you are and why, you’ll get on track to live the good life. In this episode, Brian teaches how to succeed in your relationships, health, finances and business life by ditching the excuses and taking ownership instead.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The types of excuses we make.
· The reasons we make those excuses.
· The importance of outside perspective.
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Excuses are the lies we tell ourselves.” – Jocko Willink
“When we take ownership and truly embrace where we are and why we are, then we get to go to work.” – Brian Buffini
“Excuses do have purpose. They save face, they lower expectations and they justify low performance.” – Brian Buffini
“Ownership means I choose to do this, I embrace this on purpose.” – Brian Buffini
“Change is hard. We're like homing pigeons - we want to go back to what we know.” – Brian Buffini
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If you want greater client engagement, better internal collaboration and more profits, you need to be an Activator! In this episode, author Matt Dixon shares his extensive research on the traits of today’s rainmakers and explains how top performers drive consistent growth in their businesses by winning, retaining and developing loyal client relationships.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The five types of business developers.
· How Activators deliver business and personal value for clients.
· The importance of building and leveraging professional networks.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“The Activator Advantage,” by Matthew Dixon
“Made to Stick,” by Chip Heath and Dan Heath
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Activators don't rest on their laurels. They activate their expertise.” – Matt Dixon
“Activators think of it very differently. The relationship happens first and then paid work is just the natural evolution of that relationship.” – Matt Dixon
“Activators bring their colleagues in.” – Matt Dixon
“Activators focus on a third dimension of value, something we call personal value.” – Matt Dixon
“Being thoughtful and helpful at a personal level creates real stickiness for activators in the client relationship.” – Matt Dixon
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Failure is never fun, but it is an essential prerequisite for success. In this episode, Brian explains why failure is an inescapable part of life and teaches how you can recover from it to come back better than ever.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Why failure stinks.
· How successful people handle failure.
· How to be the comeback kid.
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“I believe the good life is not so much a destination, but the journey to get there.” – Brian Buffini
“A failure is like fertilizer. It stinks to be sure, but it makes things grow faster in the future.” – Denis Waitley
“The key ingredient for growth is humility.” – Brian Buffini
“The bottom line is we have to have optimism rooted in realism. And the realism is that, in every book of success, there are chapters of failure.” – Brian Buffini
“You can be a great comeback story; your best days are still yet to happen.” – Brian Buffini
“Your comeback story can be the inspiration to others.” – Brian Buffini
“The pursuit of happiness is the happiness itself.” – Brian Buffini
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AI can feel scary and overwhelming, but you can easily learn how to make it work for you to get real results. In this episode, AI expert Michael Thorne tells Brian how Buffini & Company's new AI Bootcamp will give you everything you need to leverage AI to work smarter, faster and better in your real estate business – no PhD in data science required!
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Misconceptions about AI.
· Practical applications of AI.
· The future of AI and real estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“You can be high-tech and super high-touch.” – Brian Buffini
“AI can make small businesses operate as big businesses with smaller commitment.” – Brian Buffini
“We're giving you the skill to build out exactly what you need for your business to take it to the next level.” – Michael Thorne
“If you don't know how to use AI, you’re out of luck.” – Brian Buffini
“We want to use AI to help people reach their goals, grow their business and change their life for the better.” – Brian Buffini
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In today’s increasingly disconnected world, a great workplace culture is vital to the success of any business. In this episode, author and consultant Matt Mayberry shares how leaders can build a culture that drives organizational excellence and unleashes the full potential of every employee.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· How to define workplace culture.
· Why a company’s culture impacts its bottom line.
· How a mission statement differs from a cultural purpose statement.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Culture is how your people feel on Sunday night before getting ready to start a new work week.” – Matt Mayberry
“Culture is truly behavior at scale.” – Matt Mayberry
“A culture has to be able to now breed out beyond boundaries, physical space and being in connection with one another.” – Brian Buffini
“Culture and strategy are connected.” – Matt Mayberry
“You can never let your small business have you be small-minded.” – Matt Mayberry
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Do you want to bring out the best in your people while also maximizing your bottom line? In this episode, former WD-40 Company CEO Garry Ridge explains how leaders can build dedicated teams and drive phenomenal success by following Aristotle’s principle, “Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.”
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The ‘dumbass’ leadership philosophy.
· The 4 pillars of a fearless tribe.
· The impact of values on organizational success.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Any Dumbass Can Do It,” by Garry Ridge
“Helping People Win at Work,” by Ken Blanchard and Garry Ridge
“To Be Honest,” by Ron A. Carucci
“All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten,” by Robert Fulghum
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Anything of value comes from learning.” – Garry Ridge
“People are happy when they know they're making a difference and they're respected for doing that.” – Garry Ridge
“Dumbassery is a superpower, and the dumbassery really is you as the leader deflating your ego and making sure your role is to bring out the best of everybody else.” – Garry Ridge
“Let's get rid of the word failure, and let's talk about ‘We don't make mistakes in our organization. We have learning moments.’” – Garry Ridge
“It's not about you; it's about the people you have the privilege to lead.” – Garry Ridge
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Everyone has a unique communication style. In some interactions, you feel like you’re on the same page; in others, nothing clicks and you feel totally misunderstood. In this episode, REALStrengths expert Rachael Yeaman explores why so many people struggle to connect and reveals the secrets to high-level communication in business and in life.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· How most people communicate.
· Why miscommunications can happen so easily.
· How you can identify and use your natural communication style.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“The only way to have deep connection is to actually show someone who you are, which means you need to open yourself up.” – Rachael Yeaman
“Our connection with others is only as strong and as deep as our connection with ourselves and the strengths that we have.” – Rachael Yeaman
“Be mindful that who you are is not how the entire world is programmed.” – Rachael Yeaman
“Be aware that not everybody is wired the exact same way. Ask questions to determine how they’re wired, and then adjust your style accordingly.” – Rachael Yeaman
“Relationships are a two-way street. We don't need to have every problem solved in our heads before we open our mouth to actually speak. Allow it to be a reciprocal dynamic.” – Rachael Yeaman
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In today’s technological world, people feel less connected and more divided than ever before. In this episode, Celeste Headlee shares why real conversations matter so much and why we need to start talking to one another if we want to survive as a species.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The difference between communicating and conversing.
· The importance of listening.
· Actionable steps to improve conversation.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“We Need to Talk,” by Celeste Headlee
“The Pickwick Papers,” by Charles Dickens
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“The more you do it, the more you realize how pleasurable it is to listen.” – Celeste Headlee
“Our species has only survived because of our conversational skills.” – Celeste Headlee
“We have to stop working against our own biology and neurology, understand how we work best and give ourselves the environment that's best suited to make us successful.” – Celeste Headlee
“There's a real connection to be made when someone feels heard.” – Celeste Headlee
“Learn how to say, ‘I don't know.’” – Celeste Headlee
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Consumers today are inundated with so much promotional messaging and content in the marketplace that they often don’t know where to look or who to trust. In this episode, Brian interviews author, speaker and entrepreneur Ron Tite about his new book and learns what organizations must do to seize the attention of and build trust with customers in this busy world.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The importance of authentic brand belief.
· The steps a small business can take to stand out.
· The five questions every business narrative should answer.
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NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“A brand belief is really - what do you fundamentally believe in? And what do you believe in that goes beyond the thing you sell but that is strategically aligned to the thing you sell?” – Ron Tite
“The way you can evaluate whether your brand belief is strategically linked to the thing you sell is to connect the two with the word ‘so’.” – Ron Tite
“It should never be about just winning the battle for time. It should be about both standing out and capturing attention while building trust.” – Ron Tite
“You are defined by the actions you take, not by the supposed philosophies you fundamentally believe.” – Ron Tite
“What is the one thing you do that connects your purpose to where you make money?” – Ron Tite
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No matter what the market's doing, it's never a bad time for a good idea! In this episode, Tom Patterson shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, from his small-town upbringing, to co-founding Tommy John during the 2008 recession and going on to achieve phenomenal success.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The value of mentorship and personal growth.
· The benefit of identifying opportunity in challenging times.
· The importance of a courageous mindset when others are fearful.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Die With Zero,” by Bill Perkins
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Perfection is the enemy of good enough.” – Tom Patterson
“I don't believe that people are self-made. I think there's people that make you along the way in different seasons or periods of your life.” – Tom Patterson
“Great companies find ways to win and to build momentum in tough times.” – Tom Patterson
“Be courageous when everybody's fearful.” – Tom Patterson
“Once you stop growing and learning, you start dying.” – Tom Patterson
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Bert Jacobs is the co-founder of Life is Good, a $100 million company dedicated to spreading the power of optimism. In this episode, he tells Brian how he and his brother John went from selling t-shirts on the streets of Boston to leading such a successful positive-lifestyle brand.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· How their mother inspired the business.
· How others helped them to grow and develop.
· Why they are committed to their groundbreaking nonprofit work.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Life is Good,” by Bert and John Jacobs
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Life is not easy. Life is not perfect. But life is good.” – Bert Jacobs
“Optimism is the most pragmatic strategy for living a happy and fulfilling life.” – Bert Jacobs
“There is no more important job on planet earth than the job of a mother. Because if the youngest people on this planet can grow up with resilience and the right values, then our world is going to be okay.” – Bert Jacobs
“Know who you are, and act like it.” – Bert Jacobs
“The good life is not about what you have in possessions or where you are geographically. It's more the acknowledgement that life - while it's a mystery - is a great gift.” – Bert Jacobs
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What systems and habits do you need to master to transform your life? In this episode, Pastor Craig Groeschel of Life Church tells Brian how harnessing the power of small habits can get you unstuck and lead to big change.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Why willpower alone isn’t enough.
· The real reasons you do what you do.
· How to level up your morning routine.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“The Power to Change,” by Craig Groeschel
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“If we change a behavior without changing our heart, the behavior tends to come back.” – Craig Groeschel
“You do what you do because of what you think of you.” – Craig Groeschel
“When you really want to make a difference, you stop trying and you start training.” – Craig Groeschel
“You don't have to hit the goal to be moving toward the goal.” – Craig Groeschel
“It's the things that no one sees that bring the results that everyone wants.” – Craig Groeschel
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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:
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
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Do you want a tried and tested roadmap to take the guesswork out of growing your business? In this episode, Ramsey Solutions Founder and CEO Dave Ramsey shares the proven system that guarantees to help you grow your business faster and with fewer missteps.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The 5 stages of business growth.
· Strategies to prepare for disruptions and market changes.
· How to build a legacy and implement succession planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Build a Business You Love,” by Dave Ramsey
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“A clear path through anything that's formerly unknown gives people hope and energy and keeps them from getting paralysis of the analysis.” – Dave Ramsey
“There's 100% probability the market's going to be disrupted. So, you've got only three choices: cause the disruption, ride the wave of the disruption, or get crushed by it.” – Dave Ramsey
“If you stand in the middle of the interstate, you will get hit by a truck. You need to be moving.” – Dave Ramsey
“You better plan for succession, because it's coming.” – Dave Ramsey
“The biggest joy is in serving.” – Dave Ramsey
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We all encounter a change of plan at some point in our lives. In this episode, Brian interviews cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar to understand who we are and who we become when faced with change. Topics discussed include: How change profoundly impacted Maya’s life, why humility is so important and how being more openminded can help build resilience.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Common psychological strategies for navigating change.
· Why people really dislike uncertainty.
· How to cultivate a mindset to thrive in change.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“The Language Instinct,” by Steven Pinker
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“The specifics of this moment may be unprecedented. But our human ability to navigate change is nothing new.” – Dr. Maya Shankar
“There is a universality in the way that we as humans navigate change.” – Maya Shankar
“Change in one area of our lives often has profound spill-over effects into other areas of our lives that we simply can't predict at the outset.” – Maya Shankar
“At a minimum, there will be growth because change necessarily involves a loss of identity of some kind.” – Maya Shankar
“When you are more openminded, you are seeking awe and that actually helps you cultivate a more resilient personality in the face of change.” – Maya Shankar
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Do you want to reduce anxiety and live a more authentic and fulfilling life? In this episode, Dr. John Delony shares a life-changing truth about anxiety that will help you to heal and move forward with hope.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Why margin is vital.
· The six daily choices to ease anxiety.
· The importance of self-worth and belonging.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
S2E31 Own Your Past Change Your Future - an Interview with Dr. John Delony
S2E17 Myths About Anxiety and the Life-Changing Truth – an Interview with Dr. John Delony
“Redefining Anxiety,” by Dr. John Delony
“The Black Swan,” by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“In my house, we don't solve for ROI – we solve for peace.” – Dr. John Delony
“A non-anxious life…doesn't mean it's going to be perfect. It allows you a spirit of margin and the truth of margin when things happen.” – Dr. John Delony
“You are worth being well.” – Dr. John Delony
“I'm tired of people going to war with themselves. The world doesn't need any more shame.” – Dr. John Delony
“You have to have a coach; a professional of some sort that is just your eyes in the sky.” – Dr. John Delony
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In today’s challenging world, faith, hope and love are more important than ever before. Brian shares more of the age-old principles that will help you to live the good life and then help others do the same.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· The power of faith in God, yourself and others.
· Why hope is a good thing.
· What it looks like to love yourself and others.
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“The best stuff I have are old principles and practices that I've applied to my life.” – Brian Buffini
“For me, when life goes upside down, I turn to my faith in God.” – Brian Buffini
“It's important to know who you are; it's important to know what you're not.” – Brian Buffini
“Hope can get you to the good life and love allows you to get the most out of it.” – Brian Buffini
“If you desire to love someone else, you have to be capable of receiving love.” – Brian Buffini
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Brian’s mother Therese Buffini was the embodiment of a life well lived. In this very special episode, Brian shares her life principles and reflects on the lasting impact she had on him and the world.
YOU WILL LEARN:
· Her business wisdom.
· Her financial savvy.
· The 3 big life lessons she taught him.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“The Emigrant Edge,” by Brian Buffini
S2E272 Ed Mylett: The Power of One More
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Are you taking care of your customers and are you making any money?” – Therese Buffini
“You might as well be hung for a sheep as for a lamb.” – Therese Buffini
“Never go anywhere with one arm as long as the other.” – Therese Buffini
“Mind the pennies and the pounds will look after themselves.” – Therese Buffini
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Understanding yourself is essential to understanding the way you handle money. In this episode, Brian interviews personal finance expert Rachel Cruze about her new book, “Know Yourself, Know Your Money.” Rachel shares why understanding your own behaviors and beliefs will help you to take control and handle your finances better.
YOU WILL LEARN:
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Know Yourself, Know Your Money,” by Rachel Cruze
“Love Your Life, Not Theirs,” by Rachel Cruze
“Smart Money, Smart Kids,” by Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze
“The Voice of the Heart,” by Chip Dodd
“The Shawshank Redemption,” movie
“Shooter,” movie
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“Fear is your body's response that you are in need of something.” – Rachel Cruze
“It takes a level of humility to be able to say ‘I don't have it all.’” – Rachel Cruze
“Change is uncomfortable. It's hard. We don't like it. We just want to keep doing what we know.” – Rachel Cruze
“We can justify our purchases to maybe put a BAND-AID over deeper things going on.” – Rachel Cruze
“There's no point being right and being alone.” – Brian Buffini
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