It's a Good Life

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.