Quick Cut: S2E359 The Gift of Giving

Click here to listen to the full episode The Christmas season is all about giving to others, but the spirit of giving shouldn’t just be for the holidays - it should be for life! In this episode, Brian explains why the principle of giving is so important year-round and shares his top tips for doing it the right way. YOU WILL LEARN:·     How to find joy in giving.·     How to give of yourself.·     How to give of your natural gifts and abilities.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Free Business Consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Nothing in my life brings me more joy than giving.” – Brian Buffini “The joy is in the giving itself. The goal is to be a blessing to others.” – Brian Buffini “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill “It's not always the size of the gift that matters, but the size of the heart that gives it.” – Brian Buffini “I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.” – Maya Angelouitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During the holidays, it’s very easy to get caught up in chaos and consumerism. In this special episode, Brian shares how to tap into the real spirit of Christmas and look forward to the year ahead with faith, confidence and peace of mind. YOU WILL LEARN:The ghosts of Christmas past.The lessons of Christmas present.The blessings of Christmas future. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Buffini Coaching LiveNOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “The real gift of Christmas is the gift of you.” – Brian Buffini “Don't go it alone.” – Brian Buffini “It's impossible to shine a light to someone else's path without lighting up your own.” – Brian Buffini “Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good.” – Maya Angelou “Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction of knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming.” – John Wooden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Click here to listen to the full episodeFeeling stuck is an unavoidable part of the human condition. In this episode, bestselling author Adam Alter shares why almost everyone feels stuck in some way, how it can be a feature of progress and what to do to get unstuck and thrive when it matters most.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     The goal gradient hypothesis.·     The dynamic of perfectionism.·      The concept of simplification. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Adam Alter “Anatomy of a Breakthrough,” by Adam Alter “The Power of Habit,” by Charles Duhigg “The Tipping Point,” by Malcolm Gladwell The Shawshank Redemption NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Stuckness is inevitable.” – Adam Alter “There is no success story … that doesn't involve multiple, repeated periods of stuckness.” – Adam Alter “Another way of thinking of perfectionism that's not as binary, that's more continuous, is excellence or mastery.” – Adam Alter “Excellence can be redefined across time.” – Adam Alter“Excellence is doing the best you can with what you have in the timeframe allowed.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of It’s a Good Life, host Brian Buffini talks with bestselling author and keynote speaker Jon Acuff on how using a framework of “5 Cs” can help you break through burnout and reignite your purpose. Jon shares how discomfort is actually a good thing and the only true way to know you are headed towards meaningful change.   He also shares how leaders who want to succeed must learn to recognize the value of making mistakes and trying again, as well as asking for help.  Lastly, Jon previews his upcoming book Procrastination Proof: Never Get Stuck Again and explains why procrastination isn’t a character flaw but a coping strategy. He offers tips on how you can recognize and replace it with better tools and habits so you never get stuck again. YOU WILL LEARN: The 5 Cs (clarity, courage, community, consistency, and coaching) that Jon uses to build a remarkable year. Why many who feel burnout are actually bored and what they can do to change that.  Why it's important to celebrate achieving your goals and then move onto setting new ones.    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking (Overcome Toxic Thought Patterns and Take Control of Your Mindset) by Jon Acuff Procrastination Proof: Never Get Stuck Again by Jon Acuff  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:  “How do I have an amazing or remarkable year — clarity, courage, community, consistency, and, of course, coaching.” — Jon Acuff “The only way to know you're outside your comfort zone is if you're uncomfortable. That’s the sign you’re actually headed in the right direction.” — Jon Acuff “I’m realizing there’s no leadership playbook where you always know the right move. You’re going to blow it. And you learn.” — Jon Acuff “If you’ve achieved the big goals you set years ago — great. Celebrate it. But now it’s time for a new scorecard.” — Jon Acuff  “High performers tend to be hyper-specific about career goals but casual about relationship goals, and that doesn’t work. — Jon Acuff  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sales is one of the most important professions in the world. In this episode, Brian shares the many virtues of this noble occupation and outlines the three characteristics that all great salespeople share.  YOU WILL LEARN:·     Why you must have a desire to serve.·     Why you have to be able to consult.·     How you can muster the courage to ask. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Free Business Consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Nothing happens without a sale.” – Brian Buffini “A desire to serve is where a great salesperson comes from.” – Brian Buffini “Service is an attitude of the heart.” – Brian Buffini“As a great salesperson, you get paid in more than money.” – Brian Buffini “If you have a desire to serve, the ability to consult and the courage to ask, you're going to crush it.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Social media is filled with “doom and gloom” projections for the 2026 real estate market. In this inspiring podcast, Brian Buffini shares why he believes the opposite; that for those agents who use the right type of marketing, the year ahead is filled with promise. Brian also delivers his fact-based predictions on the housing inventory, who is going to be selling and how to best reach those sellers.  Additionally, he previews Buffini’s new program for 2026, the Blitz, that will help agents garner more leads, close more deals and make more money.   YOU WILL LEARN: Why Brian feels so strongly that the real estate market is returning to a more balanced market, similar to that of 2019.  The research-based statistics on the median American home seller and how to effectively market to them.  How Buffini’s new year-long program, the Blitz, will use proven strategies, with all-new assets, videos and more, to help agents gain more leads, close more deals, and make more money in 2026.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Free Coaching SessionBuffini & Company’s the Blitz  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:  “So first and foremost, I want you to remember this. The real estate market will return to the rhythm of 2019.” — Brian Buffini  “The median age of a home seller is 64 years old. Your marketing and your messaging must apply to them.” — Brian Buffini   “Why are people moving? To be closer to family and friends.” — Brian Buffini “I'm going to tell you that for 99% of REALTORS®, their marketing and their focus is set up for a market that doesn't exist.” — Brian Buffini  “The Blitz was built to help you generate 85% of your leads in 180 days and do an extra deal a month.” — Brian Buffini   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Click here to listen to the full episodeDavid 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, David tells Brian how the GTD® system enables greater performance, capacity and innovation. YOU WILL LEARN:·     How to engage and be present. ·     How to get in the zone without having a crisis. ·     How to write a superior to-do list.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “Getting Things Done,” by David AllenInspirational quotes from today’s interview:“How you are engaged with the world is the issue.” — David Allen“Productivity is simply achieving desired results.” — David Allen“Your mind is for having ideas, not holding them.” — David Allen“Your head can handle about four things max before it starts to feel overwhelmed and confused.” — David Allen“Pay attention to what has your attention, start to engage with it appropriately and it opens space.” — David Allen“Completion and creativity: that’s really the essence of what Getting Things Done® is all about.” — David Allenitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carla Harris started her extraordinary career on Wall Street in 1987 – right before the financial markets crashed that fall. In the ensuing nearly 40 years, she persevered through and overcame challenges, rising to the top leadership echelons. Now the Vice Chairman of Wealth Management and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley, Carla is also a keynote speaker and author, generously with sharing with others insights into how to be a great executive that leads with courage, clarity and humility. You’ll also hear the surprising story of how she incorporates her lifelong love of gospel music into her busy schedule now and why she feels that in non-negotiable.    YOU WILL LEARN: How giving up the need to do it all yourself will free you to do what you and only you can do best.  How the combination of believing in who you truly are — along with a healthy dose of courage — can help you reach your dreams and goals.  The importance of focusing on what you know to be true, instead of thinking about what may or may not happen, and what others may be thinking.     MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Lead to Win: How to Be a Powerful, Impactful, Influential Leader in Any Environment by Carla Harris   NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I want to as a leader, make people feel seen, make them feel like they're so important that they're the only person in the room.” — Carla Harris    “If you’re going to bother to do anything, deliver excellence. Sometimes your best won’t be enough, but you can always know you left it all on the floor.” – Carla Harris “Serve, don’t sell. If you serve people well, you’ll have all the business you could ever want.” – Carla Harris “Your people should never have to wonder where they stand with you. Be straight, be transparent, and close the loop every time.” – Carla Harris “I say, but for the grace of God, I would not be sitting where I'm sitting today. And part of that grace was also not letting me focus on what wasn't happening or what somebody else must be thinking.” — Carla Harris     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Click here to listen to the full episodeExpressing gratitude can transform your life, both professionally and personally. In this episode, bestselling author John Israel tells Brian how his innovative Mr. Thank You Project has morphed into a global movement that has inspired millions of people around the world. YOU WILL LEARN:·     How to stay consistent writing notes.·     The key elements of an amazing personal note. ·     How a giver’s mentality helps your business. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Mr. Thank You Project,” by John Israel “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie The Shawshank Redemption Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Gratitude is the reflective state of the ability to look at anything that's happening and find the good, find the value, and really see the gift in any experience.” – John Israel   “You can't be entitled and have gratitude at the same time.” – Brian Buffini “Curiosity is the precursor to appreciation, and appreciation is the birthplace of empathy.” – John Israel  “When you have compassion, you have the ability to literally connect with anyone.” – John Israel   “Results show skill, but how we handle problems shows character.” – John Israel  itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this lively conversation, Brian Buffini sits down with fellow Irishman and global entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary – known to millions as “Mr. Wonderful” from Shark Tank. Kevin shares the family story behind his Irish–Lebanese roots, his mother’s secret investing strategy that inspired an entire ETF company, and the one-day job that pushed him into entrepreneurship for life. Kevin also offers candid insight into today’s housing market, the power of personal brand and why relationships and referrals will always beat cold internet leads.   YOU WILL LEARN: The defining moments that shaped Kevin O’Leary’s entrepreneurial journey and investment philosophy. How the most interesting businesses have been created during moments of “high chaos.” The unvarnished truth would-be entrepreneurs need to know about work-life balance.    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  Buffini Coaching Live - Bold PredictionsLife by Keith Richards and James Fox Marty Supreme (upcoming film)  NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “I realized I didn’t want anybody to have the power to control my life. The only way to avoid that is to become an entrepreneur.” – Kevin O’Leary “Real estate is local, local, local. You build a reputation; people come to you. Your customer acquisition cost goes to zero.” — Kevin O’Leary  “Every 18-hour day you're awake, there's three things you need to get done. There are always three things. That's the signal. Everything that stops you is the noise. The ratio has to be 80% signal, 20% noise.” — Kevin O’Leary “I think the most interesting businesses are started in moments of high chaos… It's always worth giving it a shot to become an entrepreneur… The outcome is not about the rate of money; it's the pursuit of personal freedom.” — Kevin O’Leary “There’s always going to be people trying to convince you of stuff. Listen to your gut. You’ll always be right.” — Kevin O’Leary  itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.