The Brian Buffini Show

“Truth and honesty are the words for success.” – Earl Nightingale   The seed for all improvement in life is truth and honesty. In this episode, Brian introduces the fourth in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightingale. Earl explains why, if we want to successfully reach our goals, we must be truthful with ourselves and take responsibility for making the best use of o...

“One of the main things we need as leaders is the ability to learn and grow.” – Dermot Buffini   There are many elements to really effective leadership. In this episode, a live recording from Peak Experience, Buffini & Company CEO Dermot Buffini shares what he’s learned about being a leader throughout his career. Reflecting on Barry Gordy’s Motown model for success, he teaches how you can lead you...

“If you are experiencing fear, it means you're human. But we need to make sure it doesn't control us.” – Brian Buffini   Everyone experiences fear in life, but it’s meant to be a passing emotion of fight or flight, not a constant state of high anxiety. In this episode, Brian teaches why people are more fearful than ever before, why fear isn’t always a bad thing and how you can deal with fear so th...

“Your purpose is to use what you do best – talent – to do work you love – passion – to produce results that matter to you – mission.” – Ken Coleman   Many people feel frustrated and stuck at work, but they don’t know how to make a change or find their dream job. In this episode, Brian interviews Ken Coleman about his new book, “From Paycheck to Purpose . ” Ken shares the steps anyone can take to f...

“Don't sit in front of the cold stove and ask for heat, for you can sit there until you freeze to death. Pile in the wood. Serve first and the heat will come as a result.” – Earl Nightingale   The rewards we receive in life are always in exact proportion to our service. In this episode, Brian introduces the third in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightingale. Earl te...

“Marketing is not about being clever. It's not about being manipulative. It's about connecting the dots.” – Kyle Wilson   Jim Rohn’s former agent Kyle Wilson is one of the best marketing consultants and promoters in the world. In this episode, Brian interviews Kyle about the powerful strategies he has used over many years to help the top speakers in the personal growth and development field to exp...

“If you ever want to master anything, if you want to become successful at something, you’ve got to take a deep dive.” – Brian Buffini   The best way to really conquer something is to fully immerse yourself in it. In this special 300th episode, Brian shares the powerful technique he uses to achieve phenomenal success and live the good life. Topics discussed include: Why fear holds you back, why it’...

“The good life that awaits you is always better than any story you tell yourself.” – Brian Buffini   We all have a story we tell ourselves about where we are in life. Intentionally or not, sometimes that story can get stuck on repeat and become just an excuse for the state of our relationships, health, finances and business. In this episode, Brian unpacks the stories we tell ourselves, explains ho...

“Living successfully - getting the things we want from life - is a matter of solving the problems which span between where we now are and the point we wish to reach.” – Earl Nightingale   Successful people are not without their problems – they have simply learned how to solve them. In this episode, Brian introduces the second in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightin...

“As long as I'm granted another day sober, that's the good life.” – Chris Herren   Chris Herren, former NBA basketball player, author and wellness advocate, has shared his story of substance-use recovery with over 1 million people nationwide. In this episode, Brian interviews Chris about his struggle with addiction, his path to sobriety and his ongoing mission to make a positive difference in the...

“It's okay to agree to disagree. It's what makes the world go round!”– Brian Buffini   In today’s increasingly argumentative world, dealing with differences of opinion can be challenging. In this episode, Brian explains how to best handle disagreements with other people. Topics discussed include: Why winning a battle often means losing the war, why who you are speaks louder than what you say and w...

   “You have to be able to bounce in the bounce back. And if you’ve got no air in the ball, the ball doesn't bounce.” – Brian Buffini   Life is full of adversity - the key to success is the ability to bounce back. In this episode, Brian explains how emotional resilience can help you to recover from hardship and come back stronger than ever. Topics discussed include: The myth of perfectionism, the...

“There's going to be fear - let's make that a tool and see that as a gift to do something different.” – Rachel Cruze Watch the video episode . 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 an...

“When we have cash and we don't manage it, that cash is going to leave us.” – Brian Buffini   Money is like a gas that will always find a way to leak - no matter how much you make, you can always spend more. In this episode, Brian explains how to deal with three major issues that can threaten your financial wellbeing. Topics discussed include: Why a budget is so important, why you need to get...

“Take the mask off, live an authentic life, be a light and shine it on other people's lives. You'll be a blessing to so many.” – Brian Buffini   In an effort to protect ourselves from life’s difficulties, we all wear an invisible mask every day. In this episode, Brian explains why hiding behind our masks can prevent you from experiencing life to the full and why you should be true to yourself. Top...

“When you give your gift away, it’s a blessing to other people.” – Brian Buffini If you have a deep understanding of who you are, what you are and what your gifts are, you can really help other people and improve your own life too. In this episode, a live recording from Buffini & Company Peak Experience, Brian shares how to understand, cultivate and polish your gifts so that you can help your clie...

“Doing things based on what other people think of you is dangerous. It’s super-dangerous and it crushes dreams.” – Terrell Davis   Everyone experiences defining moments in life. In this episode, Brian talks to former professional football player Terrell Davis about the moments in his life that have shaped him. Terrell describes how, with grit and determination, he reacted and responded to a series...

“When work is your blessing and you do so much of it, your life is more of a blessing. It's more of a contributor to the good life that you want to live.” – Brian Buffini In today’s world, many people see work as something to be endured, not enjoyed. In this episode, Brian explains why our culture’s definition of success needs to be re-examined, why a lack of self-control and an inability to delay...

“When giftedness meets preparation, opportunity, steadfastness and consistency, that's when magic starts to happen.” – Brian Buffini   Everyone is born with natural gifts and abilities, even if they don’t always recognize or use them. In this episode, a live recording from Buffini & Company Peak Experience, Brian explains how to find, appreciate and maximize your gifts. Topics discussed include: W...

“The establishing of a clearly defined goal is just about the most important step we can possibly take.” – Earl Nightingale If you have a clear goal in mind, you can overcome any obstacle and achieve outstanding success in your life. In this episode, Brian introduces the first in a series of unheard recordings by personal growth legend Earl Nightingale. Earl explains why, once you set a goal, life...

“I learned that the prison was not the eight feet between the walls. It was eight inches between my ears.” – Captain Charlie Plumb It takes extraordinary resilience to survive the impossible. In this episode, Brian interviews former navy fighter pilot and Vietnam Prisoner of War, Captain Charlie Plumb. Captain Plumb explains how on his 75th combat mission over North Vietnam, five days before he wa...

“These principles transform my business. They transform me as a person.”– Brian Buffini   In business and in life, sound moral values can help to steer you to phenomenal success. In this episode, Brian shares the seven biblical principles that changed him forever, transforming him from a young real estate agent to an accomplished business owner with a mission to help others flourish and prosp...

“I haven't seen this cycle too many times in my 35 years in real estate, but nothing I see says we're in a bubble or anything like it.” — Brian Buffini   In a challenging marketplace, real estate professionals need to be prepared for what lies ahead if they want to succeed and serve their clients at the highest levels. In this episode, Brian gives his mid-year evaluation of the economy and reveals...

“The blue-collar mindset is about a job well done and done right.” – Joe Niego   Everyone can learn something from the powerful values of the blue-collar work ethic. In this episode, Brian interviews top-producing agent and speaker Joe Niego about his blue-collar origins and mindset. Joe explains how this mentality translated so well in the white-collar world of real estate and brought about huge...

“We’ve been in survival mode. It's time to get into thriving mode.” – Brian Buffini   Over the last year people everywhere have been in a funk, many without even realizing it. In this episode, a follow-up to episode 281, Brian explains how to transition from simply surviving to thriving, experiencing joy and achieving goals again. Topics discussed include: Why we have become addicted to comfort an...