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Today’s world often exposes us to an overload of damaging and divisive information. In this episode, Brian teaches how to renew our minds so that we can reject the negativity we’re constantly subjected to and instead gain clarity, become more positive and achieve growth. Topics discussed include: the value of journaling, the usefulness of a ‘technology fast’ and the importance of monitoring what we consume and who we associate with.

YOU WILL LEARN:

• How technology creates a social dilemma.
• Why a renewed mind is so powerful.
• How to renew your mind.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

“The Power of Positive Thinking,” by Norman Vincent Peale

“The Social Dilemma,” documentary-drama

“Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life,” by Martin E.P. Seligman

“Man's Search for Meaning,” Viktor E. Frankl

“The Shawshank Redemption,” movie

“Mindset: The New Psychology of Success,” by Carol S. Dweck

“As a Man Thinketh,” by James Allen

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“Do not conform; be transformed.” – Brian Buffini

“The person who dumps garbage into your mind will do considerably more harm than the person who dumps garbage on your floor, because each load of mind garbage negatively impacts your possibilities and lowers your expectations.” – Zig Ziglar

“Dwelling on negative thoughts is like fertilizing weeds.” – Norman Vincent Peale

“Your input determines your output.” – Brian Buffini

“We become what we think about.” – Earl Nightingale

“Once you're clear, you can take action. If you take action without being clear, you will be in a constant state of anxiety.” – Brian Buffini

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No matter what difficulties or challenges you encounter in this life, you’ll come out on top when you focus on personal growth. In this episode, Brian Buffini and Dave McGhee discuss why personal growth is the key to success and share why it’s vital to shift your perspective, move beyond either/or thinking and set clear goals and milestones if you want to win.

YOU WILL LEARN:

· Why limiting beliefs can hinder growth.

· How a good coach can help you create a roadmap for success.

· Why strategic tactics are essential.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

S1E259 100 Days to Change Your Life

Free REALStrengths assessment

Free business consultation

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

“The number one thing that keeps people from really growing to their capability is a lack of clarity on what they really want, and why they want it.” – Dave McGhee

“Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat.” – Sun Tzu

“Start with the end in mind.” – Dave McGhee

“Write down what you really want to accomplish, and why it's important to you.” – Dave McGhee

“The tactics are critical. Without the tactics, we're not going to achieve our goal. But the key is tying those tactics strategically to long-term vision.” – Dave McGhee

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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

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