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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    

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If you want your business to stand the test of time, you have to build trust with your customers. In this episode, Brian explains how you can become a trusted advisor to your clients by always going the extra mile, not just during a transaction, but afterwards too.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     How trust is easily broken.

·     Why follow-up is critical.

·     How to create advocates for your business.  

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie

Do It N.O.W.

Referral Maker Pro

“Raving Fans,” by Ken Blanchard

Free business consultation

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Trust is the most critical factor to the success of any and all relationships, both in business and in life.” – Brian Buffini

“In today's business environment, if you can follow up consistently, you'll be a shining star in the marketplace.” – Brian Buffini

“If you want to be a profit-maker, you’ve got to be a promise-keeper.” – Brian Buffini

“In life, silence is golden. In business, silence is deadly.” – Brian Buffini

“Character and competence build trust.” – Brian Buffini

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Whether it’s a listing appointment or a first date, there are times when you know early on a deal isn’t in the cards, but it’s too early to call it off. What results is often a great story, one to tell and retell for years to come. In this short episode, Brian Buffini talks about the time he and his wife tried to find a new family pet and ended up with a story they still laugh about to this day. You’ll learn why it’s important to speak the same language as your guard dog, the importance of asking questions and why it’s essential to have a laugh, even when the circumstances aren’t the greatest.

“At the end of the day, worry less. Trust more in the process and enjoy the journey.” — Brian Buffini

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Do you want to elevate your mind, unlock your power and live your life to the fullest? In this episode, Jon Gordon explains how One Truth can help you build your mental well-being, think with more clarity and confidence and act at a higher level in business and in life.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     What characterizes a low state of mind.

·     How you can achieve a high state of mind.

·     How to overcome the Five D’s that hold us back.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“The One Truth,” by Jon Gordon

MasterMind Summit

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Your negative thoughts are not coming from you.” – Jon Gordon 

“When the negative thoughts come in, don't believe the lies that they tell. Negative thoughts lower your state of mind.” – Jon Gordon 

“Distractions are the enemy of greatness.” – Jon Gordon 

“The brain is an antenna: it's either tuned into a positive frequency or a negative frequency.” – Jon Gordon 

“Positivity uplifts you, it encourages you, it unites you. Negativity brings you down, discourages you and causes you to want to give up.” – Jon Gordon 

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Confidence is not the absence of doubt, it's the attitude and energy you bring in the midst of doubt. In this episode, Brian explains why self-confidence is such a powerful trait in the marketplace and teaches how you can grow yours to achieve phenomenal success in business and in life.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why everyone experiences doubt sometimes.

·     How past accomplishments will help you make breakthroughs.

·     Why you must believe in your future.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Free business consultation

S2E111, You Got This with Dr. Ivan Joseph

“You Got This,” by Dr. Ivan Joseph

S2E97, Developing Your Self-Belief

REALStrengths

Braveheart

MasterMind Summit

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“You can have doubts and still be confident.” – Brian Buffini

“Confidence comes from doing and repetition.” – Brian Buffini

“If you did it before, you can do it again.” – Brian Buffini

“You have to have a belief in the future if you want confidence.” – Brian Buffini

“Being reliable is the stepping stone to a great business and life.” – Brian Buffini

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Studies show that people who know how to tap into their own happiness sell more, achieve more and become more resilient and creative. In this episode, author and keynote speaker Amanda Gore explains why joy is the new high-performance fuel and a secret weapon for success in business and in life.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why joy differs from happiness.

·     What can steal your joy.

·     Which 3 core fears impact joy.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Amanda Gore

“Joy is an Inside Job,” by Amanda Gore

“The Great Human Potential,” by Tom Kenyon and Wendy Kennedy

itsagoodlife.com

MasterMind Summit

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Joy is really a sense of inner peace.” – Amanda Gore

“The most important thing in life is how you feel about yourself.” – Amanda Gore

“It's about learning who you are, and being okay with that.” – Amanda Gore

“Who you are inside - your essence - emanates out.” – Amanda Gore

“We're human, and we need tribes.” – Amanda Gore

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Brian was inspired to dig deep into this episode’s content by Jim Rohn’s work on the “5 Abilities.” There are five crucial skills and abilities you need to achieve phenomenal success in business. Brian examines all five and reveals how to improve them to become a better person, have a stronger business and impact more people.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why you must take action.

·     Why keeping a journal is so powerful.

·     Why you need time to think.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

itsagoodlife.com/tools

S1E300, The Immersion Method

“Acres of Diamonds,” by Russell Conwell

“Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill

Waloyo Yamoni performance

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Ideas are worth more than money.” – Brian Buffini

“The cool hand prevails in business.” – Brian Buffini

“Writing is another powerful way to sharpen the mental saw. Keeping a journal of our thoughts, experiences, insights and learnings promotes mental clarity, exactness and context.” – Stephen Covey

“Probably the key ability for success is the ability to act. Business rewards action.” – Brian Buffini

“Winners are doers.” – Brian Buffini

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What makes for a good life? According to the longest scientific study of happiness ever conducted, the simple answer is relationships. In this episode, author and psychiatrist Dr. Robert Waldinger explains why building strong connections with other people helps us to have happier, healthier and longer lives.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why social fitness matters.

·     How to create community in the digital age.

·     How the WISER model for communication works.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“The Good Life,” by Dr. Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz

Dr. Waldinger’s TED Talk

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“Bowling Alone,” by Robert D. Putnam

“Wherever You Go, There You Are,” by Jon Kabat-Zinn

It's a Wonderful Life

MasterMind Summit

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Warmer relationships really matter.” – Dr. Robert Waldinger

“Taking care of your relationships should be a fitness practice, just the way you take care of your body.” – Dr. Robert Waldinger

“How we use digital media affects either whether our well-being goes up or it goes down.” – Dr. Robert Waldinger

“We're sold all these ideas about what's supposed to make us happy and yet what we find is that social connections make us happy.” – Dr. Robert Waldinger

“Relationships are the greatest things in our life. And they're also the most difficult.” – Brian Buffini

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Have you ever felt like you're talking, but nobody is listening? In this episode, TED Talks star and bestselling author Julian Treasure reveals how to speak so that people listen - and how to listen so that people feel heard.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     The different types of listening.

·     The factors that diminish speaking power.

·     The HAIL method of communication.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“How to be Heard,” by Julian Treasure

TED Talk

“The Road Less Traveled,” by M. Scott Peck

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NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“How well you listen affects all your outcomes in life: your happiness, effectiveness and well-being.” – Julian Treasure

“Dogmatism is the confusion of opinions and facts.” – Julian Treasure

“If you think of people as opportunities to learn, life becomes very interesting.” – Julian Treasure

“If you're somebody who says things and doesn't follow them up, then your words will just evaporate like puddles in the sun.” – Julian Treasure

“When you're consciously listening and powerfully speaking, the result is always connection, understanding and better relationships.” – Julian Treasure

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Because they can struggle to get organized, many small business owners suffer with a constant sense of being behind. In this episode, Brian shares the five elements that entrepreneurs and small business owners can use to create more structure, eliminate overwhelm and succeed at the highest levels.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why business goals must be specific.

·     How to track production stats.

·     How a good coach can help.   

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

itsagoodlife.com

Free business consultation

Centering Prayer

S2E55, Breaking the Ice – an Interview with Wim Hof

S2E107, Invest Like a Billionaire with David Rubenstein

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“It's very easy for the business to own us, instead of us owning the business.” – Brian Buffini

“People with goals succeed because they know where they're going.” – Earl Nightingale

“You don't get paid for the hour, you get paid for the value you bring to the hour.” – Jim Rohn

“What gets measured, gets managed.” – Peter Drucker

“Know your hourly worth.” – Brian Buffini

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