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| How to Go From Salesperson to CEO | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:39:16 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Being great at sales doesn’t automatically make you a great CEO. Making the jump from salesperson to business leader requires a completely different set of skills.
In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian shares five lessons he learned while making that transition himself — from becoming a strategic thinker and understanding the financial language of business to developing leadership skills, driving the vision and building a network of other leaders.
Brian also gets candid about the mistakes he made along the way, including why he was a “terrible boss” to his first assistant, the systems he had to build and how he eventually went from salesperson to leading a company with hundreds of employees.
You’ll learn why strong sales skills alone aren’t enough to lead a growing business, how to think longer-term, why every business owner needs to understand P&L and cash flow, and what it really takes to start thinking like a CEO.
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| The Ziglar Principles That Still Work Today | 22 Sep 2026 | 00:36:17 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Brian Buffini sits down with Tom Ziglar, son of legendary speaker Zig Ziglar, for a deeply personal conversation about success, service, trust, belief and the principles that continue to change lives decades later.
Tom breaks down five powerful questions hidden inside one of Zig Ziglar’s most famous ideas: “You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want.”
What do you want? Why do you want it? Who do you want to help? What do they want? And how can you help them get it?
Brian and Tom also explore why discouragement can keep us from doing what we already know we should do, what younger generations really need from leaders, why trust remains at the center of business and relationships, and why the action that makes you most uncomfortable may be the action you need to take next.
And as artificial intelligence transforms the way we work, Tom shares one distinction that technology may never overcome: AI can give you answers, but it can’t believe in you.
In this episode:
• The five questions behind Zig Ziglar’s philosophy of success
Brian and Tom also look ahead to the Ziglar 100 celebration on October 16, honoring what would have been Zig Ziglar’s 100th birthday and the principles that continue to impact generations.
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| Ask Buffini - The Future of Real Estate Coaching | 15 Sep 2026 | 00:45:48 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube AI is changing how business gets done, but technology alone isn’t enough. In this episode, Brian shares his vision for the future of coaching and explains how Buffini & Company is combining 30 years of proven training, coaching and Working by Referral with powerful new technology. He breaks down how Ask Buffini will help members simplify their businesses, increase productivity and spend more time doing what matters most: connecting with and serving people. YOU WILL LEARN: • How AI can help small businesses operate with greater productivity and leverage.
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “AI is only as good as the information that it draws from.” – Brian Buffini
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| The Biggest Real Estate Opportunities Right Now | 08 Sep 2026 | 00:48:33 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube The housing market you’re waiting for isn’t coming back. For years, buyers, sellers and real estate professionals have been waiting for housing to return to “normal.” Brian Buffini says that’s the wrong way to look at what’s happening. In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian explains why the real estate market is still digesting the extraordinary conditions created during COVID—and why that process could continue for years. He breaks down the major demographic shifts reshaping housing, including the enormous influence of baby boomers, the rising age of first-time buyers, the growth of multigenerational households and the increasing importance of the Gen X “sandwich generation.” Brian also explains why he doesn’t expect either a massive housing crash or another COVID-style boom, what improving affordability could actually look like, and how real estate professionals can gain market share by adapting to the market that exists today instead of waiting for the old one to return.
• Why the real estate market is not returning to pre-COVID conditions. • How demographic shifts are creating new opportunities for buyers, sellers and agents. • Why success in today’s market requires patience, creativity and a focus on relationships.
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The real estate market is the anaconda that ate the meal called the COVID real estate market. And it will take years to digest.” – Brian Buffini
“Affordability will improve over time. Inventory will release over time.” – Brian Buffini
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| The Real State of Real Estate: Everything is Changing | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:55:31 | |
Click here to watch on youtube The real estate industry is changing fast, but change creates opportunity for professionals who know how to adapt. In this episode, Brian Buffini breaks down the state of real estate today, from shifting agent demographics and brokerage consolidation to declining production and rising expenses. He also explains why the agents who focus on relationships, productivity and serving their clients at the highest level will be positioned to capture greater market share in the years ahead.
“You better not get into this business until you freaking love it, and you're willing to work at it.” – Brian Buffini “The majority of transactions were repeat and referral customers.” – Brian Buffini “If you don't have an assistant, you are an assistant.” – Brian Buffini “All real estate is local and all real estate is personal.” – Brian Buffini | |||
| The Coming AI Boom | 25 Aug 2026 | 00:50:35 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, create and do business at extraordinary speed. In this episode, Brian shares why the real AI boom is only beginning and explains how those who learn to leverage it will have a major advantage in the years ahead. He explores the downside of innovation, the productivity gains AI will create and the new opportunities available to businesses of every size. He also shares how AI is shaping the future of Buffini & Company and why adaptability, continued learning and a long-term approach to investing will be more important than ever.
“History rewards the people who adapt. The AI boom will be no different.” – Brian Buffini
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| How to Create a Client for Life | 18 Aug 2026 | 00:29:11 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Trust isn't built with one impressive moment. It's built by what you do over and over again.
In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian shares his blueprint for becoming a trusted advisor through three essential qualities: consistency, communication and conscientiousness.
You'll learn why reliability matters more than occasional brilliance, why listening may be the most valuable communication skill you can develop, how overcommunication reduces your clients' anxiety, and why taking care of the smallest details can separate a good professional from someone people trust for years.
Brian also explains why meeting someone's transactional needs might earn you a check, but meeting their emotional needs can create an advocate for life.
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “People don't stay loyal because you know the answers. They stay loyal because they know you'll show up, tell them the truth and always have their best interests at heart.” – Brian Buffini “Trust is built with consistency.” – Brian Buffini “The only way that I have been able to be consistent in my life is an absolute maniacal commitment to routine.” – Brian Buffini “If you want to be a great communicator, you have to be a great listener.” – Brian Buffini “If you meet somebody's transactional needs, you get a check. If you meet their emotional needs, you create an advocate.” – Brian Buffini “You have to be faithful with a little to be given much.” – Brian Buffini “Trust is gained in ounces and lost in pounds.” – Brian Buffini “You don't have to be great to be great. You have to be consistent.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Reach Your Full Potential | 11 Aug 2026 | 00:39:54 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube You know you’re capable of more. But what happens when you don’t use the potential you’ve been given? In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian explains why untapped potential isn’t harmless. When your natural gifts and abilities go unused, they can eventually become a source of frustration, self-doubt, fear and mediocrity. Click here to get your free RealStrengths Assessment Brian shares the three elements that can help you become more of who you were designed to be: embrace your gifts, leverage your skills and lean into your design. He explains how to recognize abilities that may come so naturally you don’t even realize they’re strengths, why your greatest gift can also become a blind spot and why talent alone will never replace developing your craft.
Then, in Ask Brian, Brian and Ethan explore the “tuning fork moments” that can reveal what you’re naturally built to do, why some extraordinarily talented people never fulfill their potential and how fear causes people to bury the very gifts they’ve been given.
You’ll also hear how coaches, mentors and the people around you can help reveal strengths you may not see in yourself—and Brian shares practical advice for young adults who feel stuck trying to choose a career or direction in a rapidly changing world. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “We all know we're made for more. Are we willing to pay the price?” – Brian Buffini “When you take the gift and then go hone it, now you got something.” – Brian Buffini “The path of least resistance is a default position for humankind, and it also leads to a life of frustration and mediocrity.” – Brian Buffini “When you don't lean into your gifts, your gifts go to work against you.” – Brian Buffini “We've never put greatness into anybody, but we sure have pulled greatness out of a lot of people.” – Brian Buffini “Once you become a doer and not a watcher, the game changes.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Raise Kids Who Can Handle Life | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:41:25 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Parenting is not about controlling every outcome or protecting your children from every setback. It is about preparing them to make wise decisions, overcome adversity and become confident, independent adults. In this episode, Brian shares lessons from raising six children and explains how to parent from love instead of fear. He also outlines the three stages of parenting, moving from controller to coach to confidant. Later, Brian answers questions about standards, accountability and leadership before coaching a real estate professional on how to scale exceptional service without losing the personal touch. YOU WILL LEARN: • How to help your children become strong decision makers. • Why safe setbacks and consequences are essential for growth. • How to transition from controller to coach to confidant. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Don’t parent from fear. Parent from love.” – Brian Buffini “The adversity they faced and overcame in their life was the making of them.” – Brian Buffini “Love is a four-letter word spelled T-I-M-E.” – Brian Buffini “The evidence of your parenting is how well they leave and how well they grow.” – Brian Buffini “If you try to control a kid, you will drive them away.” – Brian Buffini “The quality of the service will improve as your systems improve.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Successful People Make Time for What Matters Most | 28 Jul 2026 | 00:39:11 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube You do not need another hour in your day. You need to decide what deserves the hours you already have. Brian Buffini was not naturally good at managing his time. In fact, he was constantly late until a mentor helped him understand that being late was not simply a bad habit—it was breaking trust. That lesson changed how Brian approached his calendar, his business and his life.
In this episode, Brian shares how he lays out his year, plans his month, schedules his week and prioritizes his day. He explains why personal commitments must go on the calendar first, why the most important work cannot be treated as optional and why successful people protect their time as carefully as they protect their money. The goal is not to fill every minute. It is to make sure your time reflects the life, relationships and business you truly want to build. In Coach ’Em Up, Brian also helps a mother-daughter real estate team create clearer roles, healthier boundaries and individual goals as they build a successful family business together. YOU WILL LEARN: • How your use of time builds or breaks trust. • How to organize your year, month, week and day around your priorities. • Why boundaries and non-negotiable activities help you achieve more without sacrificing your life.
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Time management is a skill.” - Brian Buffini “I lay out my year. I plan my month. I schedule the week, and I prioritize the day.” - Brian Buffini “To consistently show up late is the greatest form of disrespect, because the only thing in this world that matters is time.” - Brian Buffini “You can get more money. You’ll never get more time.” - Brian Buffini
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| Mastering the Art of Spending Money | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:35:47 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Most people think spending money is a math problem. But what we buy is often shaped by our childhood experiences, family history, insecurities, identity and expectations about what success should look like.
Drawing on ideas from Morgan Housel’s book The Art of Spending Money, Brian breaks down the psychology behind spending, the status trap that keeps people chasing approval and a powerful formula for understanding happiness.
Brian also shares the painful childhood experience that helped shape his drive, how money can mean completely different things to two people and why wealth is most valuable when it buys time, freedom, simplicity and peace of mind.
Then, Brian coaches a highly successful business owner who is confronting an important question: What happens when the business you built begins competing with the life and relationships you value most?
Register free for Buffini Coaching Live on July 30 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific and hear Brian Buffini and Morgan Housel live: https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/bcl NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “People spend a lot of money on things we don't need to impress people we don't know.” – Brian Buffini “Happiness equals circumstances minus expectations.” – Morgan Housel “Money can buy you happiness. But it won't be the stuff and it won't be the status.” – Brian Buffini “The psychology of money and the psychology of success are about finding out what matters most, understanding that’s where your treasure lies, and then building a life that supports that.” – Brian Buffini “The same thing that got me here isn’t going to get me there.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Top Agents Win in a Down Market | 14 Jul 2026 | 00:32:24 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube When the market slows down, most people focus on what they can't control. The professionals who continue to grow focus on what they can. In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian shares a practical blueprint for staying positive, building resilience, and growing your business even when the market feels uncertain. Learn why some agents are having record years while others are leaving the industry, how to control the influences shaping your mindset, and why your habits, relationships, and self-talk matter more than ever. Whether you're in real estate, sales, business, or simply navigating a challenging season, these timeless principles will help you stay focused, confident, and ready for the opportunities others miss. YOU WILL LEARN:
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You can be a positive agent in a negative real estate market.” – Brian Buffini “When somebody’s nervous and scared, that’s when a pro gets to shine.” – Brian Buffini “The most negative person in your life will always be you.” – Brian Buffini "It’s impossible to shine a light on someone else’s path without lighting up your own.” – Brian Buffini “If you are willing to be an encourager, you’ll find out that it not only impacts those around you, but it impacts you.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| AI Can't Replace What Makes You Valuable | 07 Jul 2026 | 00:40:01 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian explains why artificial intelligence should be treated as a teammate, not a threat. AI can speed up research, simplify repetitive work, organize information and help people operate with more leverage, but it cannot replace the human skills that matter most: leadership, creativity, trust, emotional intelligence and real relationships.
Brian also shares how AI is being used inside Buffini & Company, including AI Bootcamp with Michael Thorne and the upcoming Ask Buffini feature, which brings 30 years of Brian’s coaching, training and real estate wisdom into an AI-powered experience designed to help agents work smarter, serve clients better and spend more time doing the work only humans can do.
Then, in Coach ’Em Up, Brian answers a question about balancing business growth, family priorities and the inner drive to keep doing more. His answer centers on contentment, clear goals, efficiency, technology, first things first and learning how to say no. 'YOU WILL LEARN: • Why AI should be used as a teammate, not feared as a replacement. • How emotional intelligence and relationship-building are becoming more valuable. • Why adaptability, clear goals and the right technology can help you protect your priorities. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The future won’t belong to people competing against AI. It’ll belong to people who learn how to leverage it.” – Brian Buffini “AI can provide information, but it cannot replace human connection.” – Brian Buffini “Don’t build your identity around a task that can be automated. Build your identity around your adaptability.” – Brian Buffini “Tasks can be replaced, but adaptable people become indispensable.” – Brian Buffini “I’ll embrace the high tech if it allows me to do more high touch.” – Brian Buffini “The most important work is face to face and voice to voice.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Smartest Tax Move Happens Before April | 30 Jun 2026 | 00:32:03 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Most people start worrying about taxes in April. Smart people start planning months earlier. In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian shares why mid-year is one of the best times to review your tax strategy, update your withholdings, organize your finances, and make smarter decisions before the year gets away from you. From W-2 employees to business owners and side hustlers, Brian explains why proactive planning can help families keep more of what they earn, avoid unnecessary stress, and build greater financial freedom. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why tax planning should start long before April. • How mid-year adjustments can improve cash flow and reduce stress. • Why great processes, great people and great feedback help you grow multiple businesses well. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “America is awesome.” – Brian Buffini “Fireworks last for one night, but tax strategies can impact all your future generations.” – Brian Buffini “The biggest tax mistake isn’t what you do in April, it’s waiting until April to think about it.” – Brian Buffini “Most Americans don’t have an income problem, they have a planning problem.” – Brian Buffini “When your life changes, your finances change and your tax picture changes.” – Brian Buffini “Would you rather get a giant refund next spring or have more cash flow and breathing room every single month now?” – Brian Buffini “Wealthy people plan their taxes well before the year ends.” – Brian Buffini “Learn to ask the dumb question.” – Brian Buffini “If your professional cannot explain it so that your seventh grader can understand it, they don’t understand the material.” – Brian Buffini “Nobody takes care of your money like you will.” – Brian Buffini This episode is for educational purposes only and is not tax, legal, or financial advice. Please consult a qualified tax professional for guidance specific to your situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How Smart Buyers are Getting Homes Right Now | 23 Jun 2026 | 00:34:53 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Buying a home can feel impossible right now. Prices are high, rates are high, rents are high, and many buyers believe they need a huge down payment or perfect finances before they can even start. In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian shares why homeownership may still be possible — even if you’re short on cash. He explains how smart buyers are getting strategic, using first-time buyer programs, negotiating seller credits, exploring creative financing options, and choosing the right first home instead of waiting for the perfect one. Brian also introduces the new Ask Brian segment and answers questions about how buyers and real estate professionals can think more creatively in today’s market. Plus, in Coach ’Em Up, Brian helps a real estate professional understand how to build a team, hand off referrals, and lead with confidence. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why pre-approval gives buyers a stronger position before they shop. • How creative strategies like lease options, assumable loans and second trust deeds can open the door to homeownership. • How real estate leaders can transition out of production by building and training a trusted team. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Most people buying homes right now, they’re not rich, they’re just strategic.” – Brian Buffini “Your first home doesn’t need to impress people, it needs to position you.” – Brian Buffini “The buyers who win are the ones who learn the game before they play it.” – Brian Buffini “Lack of cash doesn’t mean lack of opportunity. Sometimes it’s just a lack of strategy.” – Brian Buffini “You make money in real estate if you solve somebody else’s problem.” – Brian Buffini “It’s the greatest thing in the world to go that extra mile and help somebody.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Turn Burnout Into a Breakthrough | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:31:14 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Burnout does not usually happen all at once. It creeps in slowly. You keep showing up, checking the boxes, hitting the goals, and doing what is expected — but something feels off. The energy is gone, the edge feels dull, and the things that once inspired you start to feel heavy. In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian shares the warning signs of burnout and explains why it is not just about being tired. He opens up about his own recent season of burnout, the cost of trying to carry too much for too long, and the changes he is making to rebuild his calendar, protect his energy, and realign his life around what matters most. You’ll learn how to recognize burnout early, create space before you break, put better guardrails in place, and turn burnout from a breaking point into a breakthrough. YOU WILL LEARN: • The three warning signs of burnout. • Why creating space is essential for recovery. • How to realign your time and energy around what matters most. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Burnout isn’t the end, it’s just a signal.” – Brian Buffini “You can’t heal in the same environment and rhythm that caused the burnout in the first place.” – Brian Buffini “When you’re burned out, you don’t need more activity, you need more clarity.” – Brian Buffini “Your capacity is not unlimited. Your energy is not endless. Your focus is one of the most valuable resources you have.” – Brian Buffini “You never know how much is too much until you do too much.” – Brian Buffini “Burnout doesn’t get fixed by pushing harder.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Escape Debt for Good | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:32:21 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Debt can feel like it’s running the show. It tells you where your money goes, what you can afford, and how long it will take to get ahead. But debt does not have to be permanent. In this episode of The Brian Buffini Show, Brian shares a practical blueprint for getting out of debt, breaking the cycle, and turning the same discipline that got you debt-free into a wealth-building plan. You’ll learn why debt costs more than money, how the rollover plan works, why small wins matter, and how to move from being controlled by payments to becoming debt-free and invested. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why debt costs you more than money. • How the rollover plan can help you pay off debt faster. • Why becoming debt-free can create more freedom, creativity and peace of mind. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: S2E119 Get Out of Debt Forever NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Once you get into debt, it’s hell to get out.” – Charlie Munger “Some debts are fun when you are acquiring them, but none are fun when you set about retiring them.” – Ogden Nash “When you’re under the pressure of debt, you get to experience compound interest working against you.” – Brian Buffini “When you get debt-free and then start to invest, compound interest starts to work for you.” – Brian Buffini “The emotional energy, the physical energy, the creative energy expands enormously when you control the money.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why $100K Doesn't Feel Like Enough Anymore | 02 Jun 2026 | 00:28:54 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Inflation has changed what financial success feels like. In this episode, Brian explains why $100,000 no longer carries the same buying power it once did and why the rising cost of essentials like housing, groceries and utilities has made life feel more expensive for so many families. He also shares a clear blueprint to beat inflation: invest consistently, increase your value in the marketplace and control what’s going out. In Coach Up, Brian helps a successful agent make the transition from producer to team leader and explains why trust, training and patience are essential to building a team that lasts. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why inflation quietly reduces your buying power over time. • How investing, skill-building and higher production help you stay ahead. • What it takes to move from top producer to effective team leader. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “If your income didn’t grow by about 40% over the last decade, you didn’t stand still, you fell behind.” – Brian Buffini “You can’t control the economy, and you can’t stop prices from rising. But here’s what you can control: how you respond.” – Brian Buffini “You don’t get paid for the hour, you get paid for the value you bring to the hour.” – Jim Rohn “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” – Benjamin Franklin “Anybody not investing in AI training right now is guilty of malpractice.” – Brian Buffini “The people who do the activities, do the work and actually follow the system are the folks who are earning the most.” – Brian Buffini “Your money has to grow at a higher rate than the inflation rate.” – Brian Buffini “The biggest transition is from a salesperson who’s totally counted on by their customers to having this team that you can trust.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Three Financial Traps Most People Ignore | 26 May 2026 | 00:41:56 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Wealth isn't just about what you make—it's about what you keep. If the "bucket is leaking" despite your hard work, this is your 2026 roadmap to financial freedom. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on: The "10 Taxes" quietly draining your income every single month. Why $100k today only buys $53k of what it did in 2000. The "Rainmaker Bottleneck" and how to scale past yourself. Referral dialogues that turn one listing into three. Stop the leaks and start building your legacy. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why lifestyle spending can quietly keep you from getting ahead. • How inflation erodes the value of your money over time. • Why strategic tax planning is essential to long-term wealth building. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buffini Coaching Live NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Money is less about math and more about mindset.” – Brian Buffini “Everybody has a money story, especially your partner.” – Brian Buffini “You cannot save your way out of inflation.” – Brian Buffini “You have to invest your money, and it has to grow at a higher rate than inflation.” – Brian Buffini “You don’t need results in 30 days. You just need to see the dedication to the effort.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Can You Put Your Name to It? | 19 May 2026 | 00:34:26 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Integrity is easy to talk about until it costs you something. In this episode, Brian shares a powerful story from his father’s painting business in Ireland and the standard that shaped his own life: do the work in a way you can proudly put your name to. He explains why values make decisions easier, why a good name still matters in today’s world and how doing the right thing builds peace, trust and long-term success. In Ask Mr. B and Coach Him Up, Brian also answers questions about character, worry, trust and how to keep going when business feels hard. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why your reputation is one of your greatest business assets. • How clear values help you make better decisions under pressure. • Why trust is built most deeply during difficult seasons. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Can you put your name to the work you’ve done?” – Brian Buffini “When your values are clear, your decisions are easy.” – Roy Disney “When you do the right thing in the right way, I believe the right rewards will come.” – Brian Buffini “Integrity gives you peace of mind.” – Brian Buffini “Every time you cut that corner, you cut a little piece of yourself off.” – Brian Buffini “Trust is developed far more in tough times than it is in happy times.” – Brian Buffini “Spend less time worrying and more time trusting.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Show Me Your Friends I'll Tell You Who You Are | 12 May 2026 | 00:33:08 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube The people around you have a powerful influence on how you think, what you accept and who you become. In this episode, Brian explains why your circle matters so much and how to limit negative influences without becoming isolated or bitter. He shares personal stories from Ireland, lessons from mentors like Jim Rohn and Napoleon Hill and practical ways to seek out positive, growth-minded people. You’ll also learn how to set healthier boundaries, strengthen business relationships without feeling fake and grow your business without losing personal connection. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why your closest associations shape your mindset, goals and future. • How to set boundaries with negative or toxic people while protecting important relationships. • Practical ways to stay personal and relational as your business grows. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Show me your friends and I’ll tell you who you are.” — Brian Buffini “If you’re hanging out with bad characters, you’re going to get corrupted over time.” — Brian Buffini “When you spend enough time around certain people, you start to talk like them, think like them, normalize what they normalize, accept what they accept and aim for what they aim for.” — Brian Buffini “You don’t just hang out with your friends, you actually become each other.” — Brian Buffini “People are the greatest things in life and people are the most difficult things in life.” — Brian Buffini “What we need to be is social. Social media is a totally different thing.” — Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Taking Control of Your Inner Critic | 05 May 2026 | 00:31:02 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Everyone wrestles with an inner critic. The real difference is what you do when that negative voice shows up. In this episode, Brian shares how to take control of your inner narrative, guard what you allow into your mind and build the emotional and physical capacity to stay positive under pressure. He also explains why your routines, relationships and daily inputs play a major role in how you think, work and lead. From personal stories to practical coaching, Brian shows how to quiet the negative voice, reinforce the positive and become your own biggest fan. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why your input determines your output. • How routines and physical capacity help you manage negative thoughts. • Why being kind to yourself is essential for long-term success. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Self-reflection is good, but self-deconstruction is bad.” “Not everyone in the world is cheering for us. We can’t be joining the critics.” “Your input determines your output.” “We say things to ourselves we would not allow anyone else to say to us.” “When I’ve been at my best as a human being, it’s when that part of my life is at its most disciplined.” “If you’re not your own biggest fan, nobody will be.” “I’m not going to turn my mind into a prison.” “I need to be at my physical best to then have the emotional capacity to handle things.” “Social media is a great supplemental process. I don’t think it’s a primary process.” “The two things that will test you in business are success and adversity.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Turn Your Budget Stress into Spending Success | 28 Apr 2026 | 00:29:02 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Money stress often starts when you don’t know where your money is going. In this episode, Brian Buffini shares the simple disciplines that helped him and Beverly move from spending 106% of their income to building lasting financial security. He explains Jim Rohn’s 70/10/10/10 plan, why saving and investing must become automatic, and how a clear budget helps you control your money instead of letting it control you. Brian also answers questions about splurging wisely, setting up finances as a young couple and creating a referral-based retirement plan. YOU WILL LEARN: • How to use the 70/10/10/10 plan to build a practical budget. • Why automatic saving and investing can change your financial future. • How business owners can manage cash flow, pay themselves and prepare for retirement. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A budget is just you telling your money where to go instead of the other way around.” – Brian Buffini “I have never actually seen anybody succeed with money without controlling the outflow of money.” – Brian Buffini “A portion of all you earn is yours to keep.” – George S. Clason “Nothing financially has ever made me more money than that one decision.” – Brian Buffini “Never borrow money for an investment. Ever.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Turning Disappointment into Direction | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:38:33 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Disappointment can leave you frustrated, discouraged, and stuck asking why things did not go according to plan. In this episode, Brian Buffini explains how unmet expectations often sit at the root of conflict in life, business, and relationships. He shares why unrealistic expectations create false hope, how tolerance creates margin, and what it looks like to move from frustration to direction. Through personal stories, practical coaching, and candid conversations about parenting, adversity, business, and resilience, Brian offers a simple framework to help you reflect, reset, and move forward with clarity. He also coaches real estate professionals through seasons of transition and growth, showing how the right expectations can strengthen confidence, character, and long-term success. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why unmet expectations create frustration and how to replace them with healthy standards. • How tolerance and margin help you navigate challenges in your schedule, relationships, parenting, and business. • A practical framework to turn disappointment into direction and keep moving forward with confidence. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Disappointment asks, ‘Why did this happen?’ Direction asks, ‘Now what do we do with what we’ve learned?’” - Brian Buffini “The only thing worse than having no hope is having false hope.” - Brian Buffini “Standards lead to proper expectation.” - Brian Buffini “Reflect, reveal, realign, and recommit.” - Brian Buffini “Sometimes things burn up and what comes out the other side is something very powerful.” - Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Hidden Wealth in Home Buying | 14 Apr 2026 | 00:30:34 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube Renting versus buying has become one of the hottest debates in personal finance, and a lot of people today are being told that renting is the smarter option. In this episode, Brian Buffini pushes back on that idea and explains why homeownership remains one of the most powerful ways to build wealth, create stability and change a family’s future. He breaks down the financial case for owning, shares his own real estate journey and offers practical encouragement for younger buyers who feel priced out of the market. Through real stories, market perspective and straight talk, Brian shows why owning a home is still one of the best long-term decisions you can make. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why homeownership is one of the strongest paths to long-term wealth. • How buying a home can protect you against inflation and rising housing costs. • Why owning creates stability for families, children and communities. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Be an owner. Don’t stay a renter.” – Brian Buffini “The smart play is not renting. The wise play is always to own.” – Brian Buffini “You don’t wait to buy real estate. You buy real estate and wait.” – Will Rogers “Home ownership changes a person’s life.” – Brian Buffini “A home is an asset. It’s just not income producing.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Building a Bulletproof Business Plan | 07 Apr 2026 | 00:34:30 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube A business plan can sound intimidating, but Brian makes it practical and clear. In this episode, he shares the three essentials every business owner needs: detailed goals, time-related action steps and a financial budget. He explains how to set goals that actually move you, how to reverse engineer the steps to achieve them and how to create a budget that supports growth without creating overwhelm. Along the way, he shares personal stories, lessons from his mentors and live coaching that helps agents navigate referrals, vacations, team growth and getting traction early in their careers. YOU WILL LEARN: • The three core elements of a simple and effective business plan. • Why goals need to be emotional, specific and tied to action. • How to balance standards with progress so perfectionism doesn’t stop momentum. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “You don’t need an MBA to build a business plan. You just need three things.” – Brian Buffini “Most people overestimate what they can do in a year, but they radically underestimate what they can achieve in five years.” – Brian Buffini “Goals are powerful and the most essential part of your business plan.” – Brian Buffini “What’s important now?” – Lou Holtz “Your principles are written in stone. Your tactics are written in pencil.” – Brian Buffini “A bad plan violently executed is better than the perfect plan never installed.” – General George Patton “You want to create advocates more than clients.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Stop Looking Around, Start Moving Forward | 31 Mar 2026 | 00:29:59 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube In a world of social media, pressure, and constant noise, it’s easy to lose sight of your own progress. In this episode, Brian Buffini unpacks the comparison trap and explains why it quietly steals joy, distorts perspective, and pulls people away from their purpose. Through personal stories, practical coaching, and a candid conversation with Anna, he shows how to stay ambitious without measuring your life against someone else’s image. You’ll learn how to anchor your identity, set goals that are true to you, and focus on becoming a better version of yourself every day. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why comparison destroys contentment and distracts you from your purpose. • How to compete against the best version of yourself instead of measuring against others. • Practical ways to build a personal scorecard based on your gifts, goals, and stage of life. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| How to Turn Failure into Fuel | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:34:00 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube We all make mistakes. Some are costly. Some shake our confidence. But none of them have the power to define who we are unless we let them. In this episode, Brian Buffini opens up about a painful business loss that took six hours to make and six years to recover from, and explains how that failure became one of the most valuable lessons of his life. Through personal stories, hard-won wisdom and real coaching conversations, Brian shows you how to handle setbacks with perspective, learn from painful experiences and move forward with greater clarity. He also shares practical advice for keeping the right mindset in difficult seasons, protecting your confidence and building a life that can withstand both success and struggle. YOU WILL LEARN:
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| A New Chapter for the Brian Buffini Show | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:20:28 | |
Click here to watch on YouTube On this special St. Patrick’s Day episode, Brian Buffini marks the 10th anniversary of the podcast by looking back on an extraordinary journey that began with The Brian Buffini Show and evolved into It’s a Good Life. He shares the story behind launching the original show on St. Patrick’s Day, reflects on the legacy of St. Patrick and revisits some of the most memorable conversations from the past 690 episodes, including interviews with Lou Holtz, Matthew McConaughey, Carla Harris, Neil Armstrong and Captain Charlie Plumb. Brian also reveals an exciting new chapter: the return of The Brian Buffini Show in a fresh video-first format. With new segments like Give Me a Minute, Brian’s Blueprint, Ask Mr. B and Coach Them Up, the show is expanding to bring even more practical wisdom on business, life, money and relationships. Whether you’ve been listening from the beginning or are just joining the journey, this episode is a celebration of where the show has been and where it’s headed next. YOU WILL LEARN: • Why St. Patrick’s legacy still matters today and how it helped shape Western civilization. • The powerful lessons behind some of Brian’s most memorable interviews from the last 10 years. • What to expect from the new format of The Brian Buffini Show. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “A remarkable life lived, a remarkable human being, a remarkable ministry and legacy.” – Brian Buffini “Be yourself. It doesn't matter whether somebody's rich or famous, everybody wants to be treated like a real person.” – Brian Buffini “One of the things we talked about when we launched this show was the mindset, the motivation and the methodologies of success.” – Brian Buffini “The biggest innovations in my life, in my business, have all come from my customers.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Quick Cut: S2E381 Developing Your Self-Belief | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:10:53 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode When we believe in ourselves and our abilities, we have the confidence to meet challenges and achieve our goals. In this special replay episode, Brian explores why what you think about yourself can help or hinder you and provides powerful tips to improve self-belief.
YOU WILL LEARN: · How insecurity can sabotage your dreams. · How past experiences and other people’s feedback shape your beliefs. · Two affirmations to use when your self-belief falters.
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“If we believe in ourselves, we can have belief in others.” – Brian Buffini
“Just being myself is good enough to be great.” – Brian Buffini
“Failure is an event, not a person.” – Zig Ziglar
“We need stress to live; we need resistance to grow.” – Brian Buffini
“Comparison produces insecurity because it focuses on what you’re not.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E380 Leadership Lessons from TOPGUN Instructor and Author David Berke | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:43:45 | |
In this episode of the It's a Good Life podcast, host Brian Buffini talks with David Berke, an accomplished Marine Corps pilot, TOPGUN instructor and author, about the real-world leadership lessons he has learned throughout his career. David relays how as a child, he watched Marine fighter jets flying over his El Toro, CA neighborhood. Years later, he too became a Marine pilot flying jets, including combat missions in Afghanistan. David also was in the United States Navy Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor program, (commonly known as TOPGUN), and returned there to become an instructor. Now retired from the Marines, he is a leadership instructor and speaker, as well as the Chief Development Officer of Echelon Front. YOU WILL LEARN:
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Leadership is a skill that you can learn.” — David Berke “If you have anything that contributes to this team, which you do, you are a leader.” — David Berke “Every problem is a leadership problem in your family, within yourself, in your business, whatever it is. And the attributes of good leadership apply everywhere, which means that through good leadership, you can solve all those problems.” — David Berke “Motivation is a waning emotion. What is a sustaining thing, is working hard and being disciplined and powering through when you're not motivated.” — David Berke “When you put in the work when things are dark and difficult and hard, what you get in the end is so much more powerful.” — David Berke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Quick Cut: S2E379 Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:11:01 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode No matter the goals we set or the work we do, our negative thoughts can still create roadblocks to success. In this replay episode, Brian examines why we become what we think about and teaches how to develop personal and business philosophies to think more positively and achieve more success. YOU WILL LEARN: · The two most common reasons we’re reluctant to change. · The six questions that should define your personal and business philosophies. · The three components that are essential to develop and maintain successful philosophies. NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Work harder on yourself than you do on your job; you’ll go from making a living to making a fortune.” – Jim Rohn “A person is limited only by the thoughts he chooses.” – James Allen “Being broke is a state of account; being poor is a state of mind.” – Brian Buffini “Always do more than you’re paid for.” – Brian Buffini “It’s okay to be disappointed, it’s not okay to get discouraged.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E378 Rules for Resilience - a Conversation with Valorie Burton | 03 Mar 2026 | 00:41:06 | |
Brian sits down with life coach and motivational speaker Valorie Burton to talk about what it really takes to endure pressure — and come out wiser and stronger on the other side. Valorie breaks resilience down into a learnable, diagnosable system: adaptive skills (what’s happening inside you), protective resources (what you can draw on), and preventive measures (the proactive choices that reduce future stress). In the second part of the podcast, Anna Buffini, Buffini & Company’s Social Media Manager, (and Brian’s daughter) asks Valorie questions previously submitted by Buffini clients about the challenges they’re currently facing.
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NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “We also need resilience when the opportunity is in front of us...it’s also necessary for success.” — Valorie Burton “What a system also does is it helps you diagnose — where you could strengthen elements of your system that would lift you to the level where you need to be.” — Valorie Burton “The most important adaptive skill to have is thought awareness.” — Valorie Burton “When you start saying different things to yourself, it results in different choices and different actions.” — Valorie Burton “Coach yourself with that question — “What am I saying?’ Write it down. Write down the most persistent thought.” — Valorie Burton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Quick Cut: S2E377 Unlocking Your Full Potential | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:13:50 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode We are all capable of achieving more in life. In this episode, recorded live at The Peak Experience, Brian teaches the formula for achievement, explaining how you can unlock your full potential and become who you’re supposed to be. Topics discussed include the symptoms of unfulfilled potential, why gratitude is a gamechanger and how you can leverage your assets.
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INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When you minimize what you've done, you minimize who you are.” – Brian Buffini “Why? Why not? Why not you? Why not now?” – Jim Rohn “People often say the motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing. That's why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar “It is impossible to feel bitterness and gratitude at the same time. It is impossible to express gratitude and to feel envy. It is impossible to give somebody gratitude and at the same time feel resentment. It is impossible to live in a state of gratitude and a state of entitlement at the same time.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E376 Revenue is Vanity, Profit is Sanity - an Interview with Tommy Mello | 24 Feb 2026 | 00:34:20 | |
In this episode, Tommy Mello shares with Brian the story of how sheer grit, hard work, and strong relationships helped him build a company valued at $2B, A1 Garage Door Service. Tommy discusses his humble, blue-collar background, where he worked on a series of jobs including busing tables, lifeguarding, bartending, and flipping cars —until a roommate introduced him to the garage door industry. Tommy started there first as a painter, before becoming the “go-to guy” for multiple companies, and eventually launching his own business. He also shares how the relationships he developed with mentors and other important people in his life informed how he treats the employees at his own company. Tommy also discussed the strategies he has learned and used along the way, including the key performance indicators (KPIs) that help him to continue to create business success. YOU WILL LEARN:
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NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Profitability is the lifeblood of a company.” — Tommy Mello “If I could help you get to your goals, can you help me in return? But I'll make sure I show up first. And man, that worked wonders.” — Tommy Mello “We never say the word ‘expensive’. We say ‘top of the line.’ We never say ‘cheapest’. We say ‘builder grade.” — Tommy Mello "I’m the best I’ve ever been, but the worst I’ll ever be—because tomorrow I’m going to be 1% better.” — Tommy Mello “If I were to talk to my younger self, I would say, ‘Don't worry about what everyone else says. Don't be afraid of someone saying no. Don't be afraid of rejection. Don't worry. The only person you've got to worry about is yourself.’” — Tommy Mello
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| Quick Cut: S2E375 The Magic of Owning a Home | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:11:52 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode Homeownership is the cornerstone of the American Dream. In this episode, Brian explains why real estate has been the making of him in his career, as a provider for his family and as a primary source of investment. Topics discussed include why owning is better than renting and why, for many people, the mortgage interest write-off could be the difference between being a renter and being an owner.
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INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Food, shelter and clothing are the three predominant needs of humanity – and owning a home answers one of those.” – Brian Buffini “A house is made with walls and beams. A home is made with love and dreams.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson “Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt “Having a home and buying real estate, even buying investment real estate, is a phenomenal goal to set your mind on, and a great set of goals to have as the end to which all your efforts are directed.” – Brian Buffini “90 percent of all millionaires become so through owning real estate.” – Andrew Carnegie “Can a home buy you happiness? No, it can't. But can it contribute to your happiness? Absolutely.” – Brian Buffini “The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.” – Confucius “Owning a home is a magical thing. And it's the magic I hope that you currently are participating in.” – Brian Buffini “Real estate has provided me with the income to go pursue the gifts God's given me to go help as many people as I can. I owe that to real estate.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E374 Ask Mr. B: How We Built a Marriage and Business Under Pressure | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:37:59 | |
Brian and Beverly, the co-founders of Buffini & Company, are icons in the real estate world. Although Brian is the one normally in the limelight, he’d be the first to tell you he could not have been successful without the support of his wife, who also is the mother to their six children. In this episode of the It’s a Good Life podcast, the couple is joined by their daughter, Anna, who chats with them about marriage, parenthood and staying strong even when life presents its inevitable challenges. This episode also serves as a sneak peak into the upcoming changes for the podcast as it prepares to shift to its roots next month as The Brian Buffini Show. YOU WILL LEARN:
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “It takes consistency to achieve the goal. So once you believe, then you've got to put your feet in the work and do the work. There's nothing short of that.” — Beverly Buffini "You've got to know what you want in order to not allow that white noise to interfere with your dreams and your beliefs.” — Beverly Buffini "Work on yourself harder than you work on your job.”— Brian Buffini “You want your kids to be readers, let them see you read in a book. You want your kids to be good communicators, let them see you communicate. You want your kids to be achievers, let them see you achieve.” — Brian Buffini “If it's going to affect information that you're going to use for yourself and others to make decisions, be bloody sure you know the source and make sure it's real.” — Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Quick Cut: S2E373 Never Split the Difference with Chris Voss | 12 Feb 2026 | 00:11:12 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode 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! Based on emotional intelligence and human nature, these specific skills transcend culture, build trust and uncover the other side’s value system. If you want to nail negotiation, this podcast is a must! Inspirational quotes from today’s podcast: “Learning is the only sustainable competitive advantage for anybody.” — Chris Voss “The person who wants to meet you in the middle is usually a poor judge of distance.” — Anonymous “You can never stop learning about understanding people.” — Chris Voss “If you get out of argument-based negotiations, your success sneaks up on you.” — Chris Voss “You don’t have to be combative to be a great negotiator.” — Chris Voss “You’ve got to keep the other side’s guard down.” — Chris Voss “You need the other side to hear themselves out loud.” — Chris Voss “Curiosity is a positive frame of mind.” — Chris Voss “There’s a difference between being likeable and needing to be liked.” — Chris Voss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E372 What No One Tells You About Money with Jade Warshaw | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:36:34 | |
Getting out of debt isn’t just a math problem—it’s a hope problem. That’s according to Jade Warshaw, a co-host of popular syndicated program, The Ramsey Show. In this episode of the It’s a Good Life podcast, Jade shares with host Brian Buffini how she and her husband started tackling a mountain of debt by taking back control, increasing their income, and committing to strategic steps. Jade also discusses how couples can navigate money conversations without shame and why empathy, patience and adaptability are essential in creating alignment. YOU WILL LEARN:
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NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When you're really attempting to achieve something, you know that it's [like] a crockpot. It takes time. There are challenges and endurance that have to be part of the equation. — Jade Warshaw “When we're talking about something as important as money [with a significant person in our life], it can take a long time to get on the same page.” — Jade Warshaw “A good reason can very quickly become a bad excuse.” — Jade Warshaw “Success is just choosing to make the right decision one time and then another time.” — Jade Warshaw “Preparation is a gift you give yourself.” — Jade Warshaw
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| Quick Cut: S2E371 Myths About Anxiety and the Life-Changing Truth - an Interview with Dr. John Delony | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:11:44 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode Anxiety is like an alarm – it’s our body’s way of telling us something is wrong. In this episode, Dr. John Delony shares how, instead of allowing anxiety to consume us, we can learn to stop and listen, calm the alarm and move forward into healing and hope.
YOU WILL LEARN: · The life-changing truth about anxiety. · Practical steps to take to start getting your life back. · Long-term strategies for healing.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Redefining Anxiety,” by Dr. John Delony
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“All of it starts with the decision that ‘I don't want to live like this anymore.’” – Dr. John Delony
“Anxiety becomes an identity for us.” – Dr. John Delony
“You’ve got to take ownership.” – Dr. John Delony
“You cannot think your way to better mental health.” – Dr. John Delony
“This is a word that changed it all for me: practice.” – Dr. John Delony Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E370 From Broke to Billions: The Mindset Behind Building Iconic Brands with John Paul Dejoria | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:39:33 | |
“Success unshared is failure.” That’s the guiding mantra John Paul DeJoria lives with conviction throughout every part of his life. It’s also the title of his soon to-be-released new book. In this episode of It’s a Good Life, host Brian Buffini asks DeJoria to share details from his life which started out as a child selling Christmas cards, trying different jobs as a young adult (some more successful than others) and then partnering with the hairstylist Paul Mitchell to create the iconic billion-dollar global brand, John Paul Mitchell Systems. DeJoria also shares the mindset practices that helped him stay steady through rejection, why positivity is a discipline, and the “reorder business” principle every entrepreneur needs to understand if they want sustainable success. YOU WILL LEARN:
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NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When you like what you do, who you do it with and who you do it for, you’re not working anymore.” — John Paul DeJoria “Forgive yourself first for anything you did that you regret. You cannot change yesterday's newspapers.” — John Paul DeJoria “When you start making money, do not change your lifestyle for one year.” — John Paul DeJoria “Entrepreneurs need to make sure their service or physical product is in the reorder business.” — John Paul DeJoria “The best advice I ever been given was from my mother — just be kind to one another.” — John Paul DeJoria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Quick Cut: S2E369 How to Change Your Life Once and for All | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:09:35 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode Change is hard. While many people want to change, but find it difficult to do so, others are forced to change because of a medical emergency, job loss or other life-changing event. In this episode, Brian Buffini delves into the concept of change – specifically what causes people to change – and outlines tips to help people make positive, lasting change. You’ll learn the difference between passive and proactive change, why change is a transformation similar to the one a caterpillar undergoes to become a butterfly, and how to change your mindset, motivation and methodologies for a lasting impact. Whether you’re inspired to make positive changes or change is happening to you, you won’t want to miss this episode.
Inspirational quotes from today’s interview: “People don’t change until the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of the change.” – Brian Buffini “Are you going to change or is change going to happen to you?” – Brian Buffini “All permanent, lasting change starts on the inside and works its way to the outside.” – Lou Tice “If you can change your mindset, you can change your life.” – Brian Buffini “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E368 How to Generate 85% of Your Leads in Just 180 Days: The Blitz Blueprint with Brian Buffini | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:58:15 | |
In this podcast recorded at Buffini & Company’s live event, Buffini Coaching Live, held in Las Vegas, Jan. 22, Brian Buffini shares an overview of how the real estate market has performed over the past year and what to expect in this coming year. Brian talks about why it is so important to understand and pace your business to the “seasonality of the customer.” He also stresses the importance of superior client service and why that will be one of the defining characteristics of those agents who succeed when others flee the industry. He also previews the company’s reengineered year-long lead-generation program, the Blitz. This highly structured program has assets, videos, and resources designed to help agents fill their pipeline, with the goal of gaining at least one extra transaction a month. YOU WILL LEARN:
NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“There'll be hot markets, there'll be booms and busts, there always is, but we'll never see the conflagration of circumstances hit us like [it did in 2021 and 2022].” — Brian Buffini “We're going to help you generate 85% of your leads in 180 days.” — Brian Buffini “The Dupli-care System is while you're serving the client, you're also going to generate referrals from them.” — Brian Buffini “Have balance in your life while you grow your business. That's what coaching does.” — Brian Buffini “If you want to be in real estate, be in real estate. If you're going to sell real estate, prospect and present for real estate. Do a great job for customers, generate referrals, and live a great life for your family.” — Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Quick Cut: S2E367 How to be a Goal Getter | 22 Jan 2026 | 00:10:21 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode Do you want to achieve your goals and win in 2026? In this episode, Brian teaches how to really pursue and hit the goals you set at the beginning of the year so you can get on the path to phenomenal success.
YOU WILL LEARN: · The top traits of winners. · Why your goals must be visual. · Why you should outline the pleasure and the pain.
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“People who set goals, achieve goals and do it in a timely manner are the people who are winning.” – Brian Buffini
“If it's a priority, you'll find a way. If it isn't, you'll find an excuse.” – Jim Rohn
“If you love life, don't waste time, for time is what life is made up of.” – Bruce Lee
“I am still learning.” – Michelangelo
“One of the most important principles of success is developing the habit of going the extra mile.” – Napoleon Hill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E366 Cognitive Fitness 101: How to Stay Mentally Sharp with Dr. Tommy Wood | 20 Jan 2026 | 00:36:20 | |
In this episode, Dr. Tommy Woods, a neuroscientist and performance coach, shares the best practices you should follow if you want to achieve optimal brain health. He also details how how these practices are tied into your overall health. Dr. Wood introduces his 3S Model, “Stimulus, Supply, and Support,” a simple and practical way to think about how the brain adapts, performs, and stays resilient over time. You’ll learn why how you use your brain is the primary driver of brain function, how cardiovascular and metabolic health influence cognition, and why sleep is where the real adaptation happens. You’ll also hear powerful coaching insights on handling stress (including why you can’t think yourself out of stress), practical tools to downshift when you’re under pressure, and the science-backed truth that the adult brain can learn “new tricks”. And you’ll also learn why mistakes (and the grace to forgive yourself and others when they occur) are so necessary for continued growth. YOU WILL LEARN:
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“The 3S are stimulus, support and supply. In terms of brain function, stimulus is the most important.” — Dr. Tommy Wood “The most important thing somebody should do for their brain health is the thing that they will actually do and do it consistently.” — Dr. Tommy Wood “You don’t get stronger in the gym — you get stronger when you recover. And the brain is exactly the same.” — Dr. Tommy Wood “One of the best ways to buffer stress and build our stress capacity is exercise.” — Dr. Tommy Wood “You don’t know all the amazing things that can happen if you just go out into the world and you’re nice to other people.” — Dr. Tommy Wood Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Quick Cut: S2E365 The Power of a Made Up Mind | 15 Jan 2026 | 00:07:59 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode All successful people have made up their minds to win long before they experience their first victory. In this episode, a rebroadcast of our most popular message ever, Brian discusses the power of a made-up mind and shares inspiring stories from his own life and the lives of people who’ve defied the odds. Brian also examines the two questions to consider when you want to make up your mind to live the life you’ve always dreamed of.
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Man’s Search for Meaning,” by Viktor Frankl
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Inside all books of success and all stories of victories, there are chapters of failure.” – Brian Buffini “Even though you may stop for a while, when your mind is made up you never, ever give up.” – Brian Buffini “If you’re giving up, your mind is not made up.” – Brian Buffini “A human being whose mind is made up is a force of nature in this world.” – Brian Buffini “I have made up my mind. And I have been blessed in my life as a result of it. But I did not do it by myself.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E364 How to Build Better Habits with Charles Duhigg | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:35:35 | |
To kick off 2026, Brian welcomes back one of the show’s most popular guests: Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of Habit and Supercommunicators. Together, they unpack why January is such a powerful moment to change, why most New Year’s resolutions fail and how to create habits that last. Then two also discuss the importance of personal, high-touch communications and why, in an age of increasing AI, it’s more important than ever. Charles breaks down the three main types of conversations — practical, emotional and social — and how to recognize each type and then pivot when needed. Brian also gets insights and tips on how to lean into his two chosen “words of the year” to create impactful results. YOU WILL LEARN:
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NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “There's something about beginnings that give us additional motivation, that give us additional commitment, that give us oftentimes additional time and dedication.” — Charles Duhigg “When I set those little goals…that’s the science of small wins…that’s going to make it easier and easier for those goals to become habits and to become automatic.” — Charles Duhigg “Every habit has three components: a cue, a routine, and a reward.” — Charles Duhigg “Instead of setting a New Year’s resolution that’s a goal, set one that’s a plan.” — Charles Duhigg “You can not only change any habit you want—you can create any habit you want.” — Charles Duhigg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Quick Cut: S2E363 Ready, Set, Goal! | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:10:45 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode Do you want to smash your new year goals in the next 12 months? In this episode, Brian shares how a Formula 1 strategy will give you a powerful start, help you build momentum and get you on track to come out on top this year.
YOU WILL LEARN: · The power of the formation lap. · Why winners start from the front. · The magic of written goals.
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“If you want to win, you’ve got to start off right.” – Brian Buffini
“When you get a quick win, it grows your confidence.” – Brian Buffini
“You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” – Zig Ziglar
“Check off your goals as you achieve them.” – Brian Buffini
“Once I got exposed to the magic of goal writing, everything changed.” – Brian Buffini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| S2E362 Behind the Curtain: How to Have a Great Year Buffini Style | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:32:02 | |
In this moving and intimate episode of It’s a Good Life, Anna Buffini, Brian Buffini’s daughter and the company’s new social media manager, interviews her father about an array of topics. The two cover how to start the new year off right, best practices on goal setting, and the power of perseverance when times are tough. Anna also shares the lessons she learned from years of competing as a top-ranked dressage athlete and the peace she feels as that chapter closes. And Brian previews the upcoming Buffini Coaching Live, a free virtual event ton Jan. 22, that will feature inspirational leaders including Dr. Henry Cloud, Ken Coleman and Jon Acuff. YOU WILL LEARN:
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“A bad plan executed violently beats the perfect plan never done.” – Brian Buffini “You know, we're promised in this country life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. And to me, the pursuit of those resolutions is what happiness is.” — Brian Buffini “We all want to control everything. But the one thing you can do is control your attitude for this day. You can control your effort for this day.” “One thing I do when I'm feeling that negativity pull me down, will no matter what, list 10 things I'm grateful for.” — Brian Buffini “If I was to say probably the strongest thing I've done as a on my own journey, just as a man, not as a husband, father, or businessman, is become unattached to things.” — Brian Buffini
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| Quick Cut: S2E361 All it Takes is a Goal with Jon Acuff | 01 Jan 2026 | 00:09:43 | |
Click here to listen to the full episode Do you want to fulfill your innate potential but don’t know where to start? In this episode, bestselling author and speaker Jon Acuff outlines a fresh new approach to goals and teaches how you can ditch regret, tap into your full potential and achieve in every area of your life.
YOU WILL LEARN: · How examining your past can help you set future goals. · Why turning goals into games encourages motivation. · Which goal fuels will guarantee sustainable success.
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“All It Takes is a Goal,” by Jon Acuff NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:
“It's a good life when the vision of what you know you're capable of and who you were meant to be overlaps with how you're spending your Tuesday.” – Jon Acuff
“The only thing easier in the world than doing a goal is not doing a goal.” – Jon Acuff
“If you tap into the desire, you'll run through a wall. If you don't have the desire, you won't do the smallest task.” – Jon Acuff
“Mastery requires peaks and plateaus.” – Brian Buffini
“You have to bring your own hype. Motivation isn't a checkbox, it's a practice.” – Jon Acuff Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||