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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:

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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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When we tap into our creativity, great things can happen! In a special live recording, Brian shares some of his personal experiences of creativity, explains why it’s inherent in everyone and teaches how to unlock it and thrive at any age. 

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     7 steps to harnessing your creative subconscious.

·     The benefits of creative outlets.

·     Advice for tapping into a creative project.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

CFSP

“Flow,” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi 

Saving Mr. Banks

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“A creative life is an amplified life. It's a bigger life, a happier life, an expanded life and a hell of a lot more interesting life.” – Elizabeth Gilbert

“Creativity starts with problem solving.” – Brian Buffini

“Creativity is intelligence having fun.” – Albert Einstein

“A creative solution is a more joyous solution. It's a more three-dimensional solution. It's a less of a grind solution.” – Brian Buffini

“You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” – Maya Angelou

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Money can’t buy you love, but it can certainly solve some of life’s problems. In this episode, Brian shares how he built his own personal fortune and sets out his simple step-by-step formula for generating wealth.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why you have to control what's going out.

·     Why you must increase what's coming in.

·     Why you have to invest, then wait.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Free Business Consultation

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“It's easy to get rich; it's just easier not to.” – Brian Buffini

“You will never be rich unless you control your expenditures.” – Brian Buffini

“The greatest value you will ever possess is your own personal value.” – Brian Buffini

“There's a real blessing in getting rich slowly.” – Brian Buffini

“Never buy into a business you can't understand. Never buy a product you can't understand. Never buy an asset you can’t understand.” – Brian Buffini

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Taking control of your financial freedom is easier than you think – with simple strategies and a structured approach, anyone can build wealth. In this episode, Brian Preston, bestselling author and host of The Money Guy Show, shares his nine-step system for achieving financial success and living your best life.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why time is so valuable. 

·     How to maximize life in every phase.

·     Why it can get messy in the middle. 

 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“Millionaire Mission: A 9 Step System to Level-Up Your Finances and Build Wealth,” by Brian Preston

“The Millionaire Next Door,” by Thomas J. Stanley

“The Wealthy Barber,” by David Chilton

Free business consultation

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Every dollar for a 20-year-old has the potential to become $88 at retirement.” – Brian Preston 

“Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it earns it, and he who doesn't pays it.” – Albert Einstein  

“Cash is so important because it keeps you from making desperate decisions.” – Brian Preston 

“There's a smart way to use debt, but just don't let somebody sell you a bad bill of goods.” – Brian Preston 

“Figure out your why and then, right from get go, figure out what that dollar is worth so you'll look at your spending and saving differently.” – Brian Preston 

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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.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

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

Dr. Waldinger’s TED Talk

“Bowling Alone,” by Robert D. Putnam

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

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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In today’s complex real estate market, you need to be more focused and professional than ever before. In part 2 of this special podcast, Brian and Dave McGhee share how to overcome challenges, raise your game and build a strong business that lasts the tests of time.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     How to lead a team in a challenging market.

·     Why you must stay patient and steadfast in business.

·     How to keep motivated.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Do It N.O.W.

The Peak Experience

Free REALStrengths assessment

CFSP program

Bold predictions podcast

Free business consultation

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“You've got to be encourager in chief and, in order for that to happen, you have to be encouraged yourself.” – Brian Buffini

“Every recession is always followed by a recovery. It's guaranteed to happen.” – Brian Buffini

“That which is quickly built up is quickly torn down.” – Brian Buffini

“It's okay when you're winning to celebrate that you're winning.” – Brian Buffini

“We have the process that always works. It's making brownies out of a box.” – Dave McGhee

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Money is a source of pain and shame for many people. In this episode, Brian and REALStrengths expert Rachael Yeaman discuss why this topic can be so troublesome and share some simple solutions. 

YOU WILL LEARN:

• Why money means different things to different people. 

• How to have a healthier relationship with money.

• How a REALStrengths assessment can help. 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

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REALStrengths assessment 

“Money is an inanimate object; it's a very simple thing. The problem is that money is handled by people.” – Brian Buffini

“If our financial house is not in order, it's just a matter of time before that starts bleeding out into every other aspect of our life.” – Rachael Yeaman

“As you look at money, it's a balancing act in your business, it's a balancing act in your home and it's a balancing act for yourself.” – Brian Buffini

“Money means different things to different people and we have to first acknowledge that or else it is going to cause destruction.” – Rachael Yeaman

“Money is this magnifier of what is going on inside of us, under the surface.” – Rachael Yeaman

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How can you build wealth while still maintaining a balanced life and ensuring personal well-being? In Part 2 of this special live recording, Brian teaches the principles you need to enjoy the journey, not just the destination!

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Napoleon Hill’s ‘two-envelope’ concept.  

·     Why full relationships are crucial for wealth. 

·     Why everyone needs a coach.  

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill

S2E192 No Barriers with Erik Weihenmayer

S2E53 The Key to Charisma - an Interview with Vanessa Van Edwards

REALStrengths

Do It N.O.W.

S2E107 Invest Like a Billionaire with David Rubenstein

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Money can buy you a bed, but it can't buy you a good night's sleep.” – Brian Buffini

 “There's more to riches than money.” – Brian Buffini

“Having full relationships; that's really the magic of life.” – Brian Buffini

“If you want to increase your income, get a coach.” – Brian Buffini

“None of us is as smart as all of us. We all need other people.” – Brian Buffini

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Many people dream of becoming a millionaire, but they have no idea how to go about it. In this special replay episode, Brian shares what he’s learned on his journey to building a fortune, including the one vital decision he made when he set out to grow his wealth.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why patience pays off.

·     Five powerful tips to get started.

·     Timeless advice on investing.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“What Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know About Cash Flow,” by Frank Gallinelli

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“We’re spending money we don’t have on things we don’t need to impress people we don’t know.” – Brian Buffini

“Don’t wait to buy real estate. Buy real estate and wait.” – Will Rogers

“90% of all millionaires become so from owning real estate. More money has been made in real estate than in all industrial investments combined.” – Andrew Carnegie

“The best type of real estate in the world is owned free and clear.” – Brian Buffini

“You’re only as good as the people you do business with.” – Brian Buffini

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If you want to build wealth, you can’t afford to be just average with money. In Part 1 of this special live recording, Brian teaches how to fix your mindset, manage your emotions and get strategic so you can think and grow rich.

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why everyone needs a sense of purpose.  

·     Why short-term thinking damages long-term success.

·     How you can avoid overwhelm.  

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“Think and Grow Rich,” by Napoleon Hill

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“The greatest ingredient when it comes to money is time.” – Brian Buffini

“If you're average with money, you will get a failing grade.” – Brian Buffini

“What we need to do is not fix the money first. We need to fix the mind first.” – Brian Buffini

“It is those who concentrate on but one thing at a time who advance in this world.” – Og Mandino

“You can't build a long-term future on short-term thinking.” – Brian Buffini

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Continuous innovation is vital to successful entrepreneurship. In this episode, Brian outlines an innovation formula that will help a business to stay fresh, offer the market something new and keep its customers happy and engaged. 

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     Why ‘shiny object syndrome’ can be so damaging.

·     Why it’s crucial to innovate on the fundamentals.  

·     Why synergy, creativity and feedback are vital to true innovation.  

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“Sacred Cows Make the Best Burgers,” by Robert Kriegel

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Innovation is at the crux and the core of all successful business ventures, all entrepreneurs.” – Brian Buffini

“One of the biggest elements of coaching is to help people push through the dog days, when they don't feel like they're making progress.” – Brian Buffini

“There are many businesses and lives that are unfinished projects because people constantly get connected to ‘shiny object syndrome.’” – Brian Buffini

“Finishing is one of the key ingredients to innovation.” – Brian Buffini

“Sometimes, the fundamentals need to be enhanced and raised to a new level.” – Brian Buffini

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