The Brian Buffini Show

“The good performers are the highly disciplined individuals.” — Jocko Willink   Jocko Willink is a decorated retired Navy SEAL officer, author and cofounder of Echelon Front. In this episode, Brian interviews Jocko about the leadership principles he learned on the most dangerous battlefields in the world. Jocko outlines how effective leadership is the most important factor in whether a team succee...

“It’s about staying focused and doing the job to the best of your ability, and that’s what Neil did.” – David Fairhead In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing, Brian Buffini interviews filmmaker David Fairhead, director of the feature-length documentary “Armstrong” that explores the life of the mission’s commander, Neil Armstrong. In this special bonus episode of The Brian...

“You want to make a mark - you’d like to leave the world a little better than when you came. That’s my goal.” – Neil Armstrong This month marks the 50th anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. In this very special episode, a live recording from a 2002 Buffini & Company MasterMind Summit, Brian interviews world-famous astronaut Neil Armstrong. By turns deeply moving, profound and hilari...

“Change is not that scary if you’re working your plan and you know where you’re going.” – Brian Buffini   Are you ready for what the second half of 2019 has in store? In a rapidly-changing marketplace, real estate professionals need to be more prepared than ever if they want to successfully navigate disruption and better serve their clients. In this episode, Brian gives his mid-year analysis of th...

“Happiness is the joy you feel while striving toward your potential.” — Neil Pasricha What does it take to be really happy? In this episode, Brian interviews Neil Pasricha, an expert on happiness, positivity and leadership. Neil explains how, in spite of life’s difficulties and challenges, anyone can successfully pursue happiness. If you want to be happy, then this podcast is for you!   Are you a ...

“You can never stop learning about understanding people.” — Chris Voss Negotiation is a crucial skill in both business and life, but unfortunately many people do it poorly. In this episode, Brian interviews former FBI lead international kidnapping negotiator Chris Voss about the negotiation tools he has used to save lives and learns how these tools can be used in business to save deals!...

“You have to do what is expected of you, and then go do the unexpected.” — Brian Buffini You may not think you’re in possession of a million dollar asset but you are: your good name. Like all assets, your name can be protected, built and compounded over time to become something truly formidable. In this episode, Brian explains what your name really means, how you can put your name to everything yo...

“Ordinary people compare themselves to everybody else’s results. Extraordinary achievers compare themselves with their potential.” — Andy Andrew What are the seven decisions you can make that will guarantee personal success? In this episode, recorded live at Buffini & Company The Peak Experience event, Brian talks to best-selling author and speaker Andy Andrews about his life. Andy describes how h...

“The American dream is alive and available, but what we have to do is decide to grab it.” — Chris Hogan Do you think you can’t become a millionaire? Think again! In this episode, Brian interviews Chris Hogan about his new book, “Everyday Millionaires.” Chris busts common millionaire myths, describes how ordinary people build extraordinary wealth and details the small changes and decisions you can...

“When opportunity meets preparation, success happens.” — Brian Buffini Andrew Carnegie was an industrialist and philanthropist who led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late 19th century. A classic rags-to-riches story, Carnegie went from being a poor Scottish immigrant to one of the wealthiest men in America’s history, giving away hundreds of millions of dollars to charities, fo...

“Your mind is for having ideas, not holding them.” — David Allen David Allen’s Getting Things Done® work-life management system is a global productivity movement that helps people bring order to the chaos in their businesses and their lives. In this episode, Brian interviews David about how the GTD® system enables greater performance, capacity and innovation. If you want to discover how to allevia...

“Ambition is a beautiful thing when it’s done for the right reasons and in the right way.” — Brian Buffini We all want to succeed, but many of us don’t know where to start. In this episode, recorded live at a Buffini & Company event, Brian reveals his secrets to success. He explains what it takes to succeed and how a combination of your ambition, your gifts and abilities and your dreams and goals...

“Success leaves clues, and people miss those clues.” — Brian Buffini Do you want to discover what you were born to do? In this episode, Brian interviews author and broadcaster Ken Coleman about his new book, “The Proximity Principle.” Ken outlines the steps you need to take to get the job you love, whether you’re starting out, switching lanes or simply looking to grow your business. By the end of...

“When you learn new skills, you design a life that’s different.” — David Bach Do you want to take control of your money and your life? In this episode, Brian interviews best-selling author and financial expert, David Bach, about his new book, “ The Latte Factor . ” David describes how changing the way you spend small amounts of money can radically change your life. By the end of the episode, you’l...

“If you grow yourself, your opportunities will grow.” — Brian Buffini Brian Buffini has been teaching on personal growth and development for over three decades. In this live studio session, he answers questions asked by Buffini & Company staff members and a Facebook Live audience. Topics discussed include how to secure your financial future, why it’s vital to invest in yourself, how to set goals a...

“Look for your team. Look for your allies. And have the courage to stand up for other people.” — Kelly McGonigal Most of us do everything we can to avoid stress. But new research shows that if we learn to accept and even embrace stress, we will be happier and more effective in our lives. In this episode, Brian interviews Dr. Kelly McGonigal, author, health psychologist and lecturer at Stanford Uni...

“You can do the right thing in the right way for the right reasons and make the right reward.” — Brian Buffini In today’s culture, many people find themselves endlessly struggling to manage their finances. They work more just to spend more and, as a result, end up where they’ve always been — trapped! In this episode, recorded live at a Buffini & Company event, Brian gives ideas and principles...

“You just have to get up every day and make some forward progress, inch by inch if you have to.” — Andrew Paul Running a small business can sometimes feel like executing a military operation. The truth is, there are similarities! To be successful in either, you must first master the fundamentals and then persevere, no matter what it takes. In this episode, former SEAL Lt. Cmdr. Andrew Paul gives B...

“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.”—Winston Churchill  In our world today, good manners and civility are on the decline. Too often, people’s attitudes and behavior towards others leave a lot to be desired. But there is a more enjoyable and satisfying way to live! In this episode, Brian explains how committing to the three principles of courtesy, respect and hospitali...

“With little micro changes, you can be a completely different person in a year.”—Tom Ziglar Most people don’t make positive changes in their lives until they’re faced with a crisis. But you can get a head start! In this episode, Brian interviews Ziglar Inc. CEO, Tom Ziglar, about his new book, “ Choose to Win . ” Tom describes how to win by making one simple change at a time, you can create good h...

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”—Dermot Buffini  Brothers Brian and Dermot Buffini are a powerful business combination. In this special episode, the Chairman and the CEO of Buffini & Company discuss their mutual business philosophies and answer questions from listeners all over the country. Topics addressed include how to choose the right opportunities for yo...

“All in has great benefits; all out has big consequences.” — Brian Buffini Having an “all-in” attitude is the best way to succeed in relationships, in business and in life. If you are all in, you put everything into your efforts, regardless of any hurdles and setbacks you encounter. In this episode, recorded live at MasterMind Summit, Brian explains how to best play the hand that life has given to...

“Subconsciously, every one of us is not looking for another hero; we’re looking for a guide.” — Donald Miller The concept of story is a powerful way to dramatically improve how you connect with your customers and grow your business. Donald Miller, CEO of StoryBrand, helps thousands of companies clarify their message and grow every year. In this episode, the master storyteller explains why story is...

“There is no other human being who is more important than you, and there is no other human being less important than you.” — Nick Vujicic Nick Vujicic, founder of Life Without Limbs, is a symbol of encouragement and influence to millions around the world. Born without arms and legs, Nick refuses to allow his physical condition to limit him. In this episode, the motivational speaker and best-sellin...

“Sometimes failures or challenges force us to think out of the box and they can be blessings.” — John Ondrasik Millions of people gained solace and inspiration from the song  Superman (It’s Not Easy),  a worldwide smash hit that served as an unofficial anthem of healing following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. In this episode, Brian interviews the voice behind that song and many others,...