No Days Off with Brian Gubernick
Episodes
244. Kindness and the Rabbit Effect
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you operate with kindness, you improve your own life as well as the lives of others. In this episode, Brian shares a story about an experiment...
243. How Terry Crews Found Himself in the Right Place at the Right Time
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Spontaneous decisions and chance encounters, if you are open minded and willing to receive them, can result in life changing opportunities. In this...
242. Are You Willing?
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In order to achieve your goals and get to where you want to go, you will have to make sacrifices along the way. Are you willing to make the necessary ...
241. The Lollapalooza Effect
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares the concept known as the Lollapalooza Effect. This concept includes the combination of multiple factors, and how these f...
240. Build a Longevity Mindset
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A longevity mindset helps people prioritize healthy aging and take intentional action early on to extend our life span. In this episode, Brian shar...
239. Bet Selectively to Win Big
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Building wealth can be simple, but we tend to complicate it. When we can be more selective and more calculated in our decisions, the results will be m...
238. When You Should Quit
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Society has taught us that quitting is the ultimate failure and that perseverance is the only answer. What if it was actually OK to quit? In this e...
237. Why Most People Quit
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares the reasons why people quit - from having no purpose or goals, to taking shortcuts, to experiencing frustration, and mor...
236. Fear and the Law of Diminishing Intent
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is a difference between deciding to take action and actually taking action. Taking action takes courage, though fear gets in the way; fear is th...
235. Getting Buy In Using the "How, Why, and Proof" Framework
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To get buy-in from those we lead, we must communicate the benefits, the rationale, and the evidence involved. In this episode, Brian shares how to ...
234. My First 99% Recovery
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are aware of the impact that sunlight, grounding, hydration, and sleep have on our health. In this episode, Brian shares how doing all of these act...
233. Do You Have Survivorship Bias?
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It can be easy to default to analyzing winners and look at what led to their success. However, it is equally as important to look at those who did not...
232. Are You Playing Zero-Sum Games
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In order for you to win, it doesn't mean that the other party must lose. In this episode, Brian shares why it is important to differentiate which sit...
231. Ego Versus Confidence
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares the difference between ego and confidence, how they can positively or negatively impact your life, and how to combat you...
230. How to get Discretionary Effort from those you Lead
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares how to inspire discretionary effort and get the most out of the people you lead, whether at work or at home. From cura...
229. The One Thing to Start TODAY to Improve Your Key Relationships
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Establishing rituals in your key relationships will help you to strengthen the quality of those relationships. In this episode, Brian shares a story a...
228. The 4 Seasons of Progress
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Growth is not linear; you will have ups and downs in your growth journey. In this episode, Brian illustrates how your journey to success includes g...
227. Sometimes a Whisper is Louder than a Scream
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Silence is golden. In this episode, Brian shares how understated actions might be more effective than an aggressive or loud approach. -- Welcom...
226. Sacrifice Who You Are Today for Who You Can Become Tomorrow
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Who I am today is the enemy of who I want to be tomorrow." What decisions are you making right now that may serve you well in the moment, but jeopar...
225. The Story of NDO and the Pursuit of Intellectual Curiosity
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares the real reason behind why he started the No Days Off podcast. He also shares how to follow your own intellectual curios...
224. 2-Way-Door Decision Making
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not all decisions are created equal. Some decisions are reversible, while others are not, and thus they should be treated differently. In this epis...
223. The 9 Pillars of Mental & Physical Health
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Physical and mental health are the foundation for all success. Without our health, it would be impossible to achieve our highest potential or become ...
222. Be Loud About Your Money
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Developing a level of accountability can help you stick to a budget without feeling guilty or experiencing FOMO. In this episode, Brian encourages ...
221. How to Best Approach a Fierce Conversation
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares tips to having challenging, yet effective conversations. -- Welcome to No Days Off with Brian Gubernick. Brian is ...
220. Life is for Living, Not Just Surviving
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carry yourself like a winner and recognize that you are a star. In this episode, Brian shares an encouraging message from his mentor, Mack Newton. ...
219. Good is the Enemy of Great
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Where have you accepted good performance where you should be striving for great performance? In this episode, Brian shares how to shift your mindse...
218. We All Need a Mentor
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who do you seek out in life when you need help? Who are your mentors? Brian shares a recent scenario where he unintentionally meets a new mentor whi...
217. Act Like You've Been There Before
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares a story about former NFL running back, Barry Sanders. He shares stories about Barry's childhood, his Heisman Trophy reco...
216. The Qualitative Cockpit
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In business, it is easy to default to measuring progress or success by looking at the numbers - the quantitative data. In this episode, Brian share...
215. Uncovering Your Business's Core Values
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No matter the size or scope of your business, you must establish your business's core values. Core values are the cornerstone of your entire business...
214. Problem Solving Through First Principles Thinking
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian has recently been studying the concept, First Principles Thinking, used for breaking down complex problems. He shares how Elon Musk has used ...
213. Give Expecting Nothing in Return
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gary Vaynerchuk - Gary Vee - has been very influential in Brian's business journey. One of Gary's principles that Brian had adopted is Gary's philo...
212. Bad Times Create Strong People
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian shares how good times create weak people and how challenging times create strong people. From the Great Depression to the economic downturn in 2...
211. You are a Magnet of What You Model
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The single greatest way to improve your leadership is to model the behavior expected of those around you. In this episode, Brian shares how to use ...
210. Maximize Effiency by Using Elon's 5 Step Algorithm
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares Elon Musk's algorithm that he uses to make improvements to anything and everything. Elon leverages this 5-step process t...
209. How to be a FAST Learner
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares how he plans to become a better learner in 2024. He shares a concept he learned from author, Jim Kwik - The FAST Method....
208. The 8 Core Habits of Success
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Failure is a stepping stone to growth and future success. In this episode, Brian shares 8 core habits of failure and how the habits can be transforme...
207. You Can't Set Wood on Fire Without Applying Some Heat!
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To put something into motion, there must be a spark to get it started - just like applying heat to a piece of wood to start a fire. In this episo...
206. How to Leverage the Feel, Felt, Found Technique
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leveraging the feel, felt, found technique in sales allows you to be more interested in vs interesting to prospects. Brian was recently reminded of...
205. The Best Questions to Uncover Effort and Will
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When looking to go to the next level in business, Brian believes in forging a new partnership and bringing in the right person. When seeking out th...
204. A Weekend Routine that Leads to Success
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares a glimpse into his weekend routine and how he sets himself up for success going into the next week. -- Welcome to ...
203. How to Live a Happy Life
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What really leads to happiness? In this episode, Brian shares a list of lessons on what makes for a happy life. -- Welcome to No Days Off with B...
202. Are You Hunting Antelope or Field Mice?
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you spending your time, exhausting your energy, and leveraging valuable resources to make small strides towards your goals? Or are you spending yo...
201. The 4 Calculations You Must Know to Build Your Wealth
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian shares the following concepts to help us become better investors: The Rule of 72, used to estimate the # of years for an inves...
200. The Secret to New Year's Resolution Success
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rather than setting New Year's resolutions, we believe in treating January 1st as a 'landmark date' for a fresh start. In this episode, Brian cover...
199. How to be More Efficient in 2024
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you be more efficient in 2024? In this episode, Brian shares his strategies and tips on how to improve time management. -- Welcome to...
198. My Top Quotes to Jumpstart Your 2024
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year to the No Days Off Nation! We look forward to getting better with you every single day this year. In this episode, Brian shares a ha...
197. Planning for Your Greatest Year Ever - Part 2 of 2
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Before diving into this episode, make sure you listen to the previous episode (#196) to make sure you are adequately prepared for this one. Bria...
196. An Exercise to Assess Your Year - Part 1 of 2
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we are on the brink of ringing in 2024, in this episode, Brian shares an exercise that he uses to reflect back on the past year, before moving into...
195. Commit to a Better Customer Experience
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can you amplify your business's customer service experience? Customers remember when they have a really great customer service experience, and ...
194. Law of Inertia and the Zone of Average
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The behaviors and mindsets that are learned and adopted over time have set us on the path that we are on today. In this episode, Brian discusses th...
193. A Christmas Truce
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special, Christmas episode, Brian shares one of the most remarkable moments that took place during WWI. -- Welcome to No Days Off with B...
192. There are Tradeoffs to Everything in Life
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Acknowledge that there are tradeoffs between everything in life. Any decision we make, has a tradeoff on the other end. Furthermore, when we are clear...
191. Never Attribute to Malice that which is Explained by Stupidity!
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It can be easy to judge a situation, jump to conclusions, and immediately assume the worst, which leads to misunderstanding. In this episode, Brian...
190. Magnesium - The Master Mineral
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Through years of studying health and consulting with various health professionals, Brian has seen an improvement in his health by supplementing magnes...
189. Be Kind to Your Future Self
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your behavior, actions, and how you treat people today is going to show up later in life. In this episode, Brian shares a story about former CEO of...
188. Are You In The Majority?
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are you doing to separate yourself from the majority? Being a part of the majority could lead to complacency and could hinder pivotal change i...
187. The Roads of Business are Riddled With Potholes - Plan Accordingly
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should you be adding in a margin of safety in your planning that gives you a buffer in achieve your goals? Brian recently reviewed Warren Buffet's B...
186. Flex Your Brain, Improve Your Health
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you exercising your brain on a daily basis? Can you incorporate new activities into your routine that will challenge your brain to work different...
185. The Morning Concoction to Jumpstart Your Day
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Starting the morning off right is crucial to setting the tone for your day, especially when it comes to your health. In this episode, Brian share...
184. The Steps to Finding Your Tribe
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Be purposeful in choosing who you are spending your time with. In this episode, Brian shares the steps to help you find your tribe; a group of p...
183. Plans are Nothing; Planning is Everything
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You have to know where you're going to actually take the right steps to get there. In this episode, Brian shares strategies around specific busin...
182. When More Information Hurts Your Decision Making Ability
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever considered that you may already have all the information you need? In this episode, Brian shares the effects of having too much i...
181. Should You be Prepaying 2024 Expenses Right Now?
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we near the end of the year, it may be a good idea to prepay some of your 2024 expenses and take advantage of tax savings. In this episode, Bri...
180. Bullets Before Cannonballs
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Slow down before you speed up. Crawl before you walk, and walk before you run. We've heard these phrases before and in this episode, we are going...
179. Improve Your Problem Solving by Better Defining the Problem
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Oftentimes we do not come up with the right solutions because we fail to actually find the real problem. In this episode, Brian shares how we ca...
178. We Are All in the Sales Game - Let's Increase Our Conversion
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most people, no matter their specific job title, are in the sales game in some way. In this episode, Brian shares tactics that will improve your...
177. What Starbucks Teaches Us About Real Estate Investment
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When starting a new business, it is smart to study other businesses that are already successful in the space. When it comes to real estate invest...
176. Create More Happiness with the Jar of Awesome
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we are pushing towards our goals each day, and as we are moving at a very fast pace in our businesses, our lives, our families, etc, it is importa...
175. A Tribute to Charlie Munger
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In memory of one of the greatest investors, Charlie Munger, who just recently passed away at 99 years old, Brian shares some of his favorite Munger q...
174. Improve Your Likeability, Increase Your Success
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Building relationships is a fundamental building block of any profession. Increasing your likability will help you to build and foster stronger relat...
173. It's Separation Season - Let's Get After It
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During the holiday season, it can be common for individuals to become lackadaisical with their routines or habits. As we move into the holidays, don'...
172. Winning the Day In Business (Replay)
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How are you measuring the metrics that will lead you to success? The difference between success and failure lies in how you measure success every...
171. Managing Your Stress (Replay)
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While on the continuous journey of becoming better in business health, wealth, and life in general, it is normal to experience signs of stress. I...
170. Comparing Yourself to Others and What To Do About It (Replay)
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've all experienced self-comparison and the sense that we should be farther along in various aspects of our lives such as careers, relationships, a...
169. Choose Your Hard (Replay)
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I dig into the concept of 'choosing your hard'. In any area of life, whether you take the right steps to get to your goal or ...
168. The Inverse Relationship You Must Be Aware of to Increase Your Success (Re
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Success is had at the extremes, and if you want to have more success than everyone else around you, you have to do things differently than them. ...
167. How Black Hat Thinking Leads to Greater Success
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the midst of business planning for 2024 and while you are outlining your goals for the next 12 months, it is in your best interest to adopt black ...
166. How "Emotional Default" Clouds Your Thinking
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever reacted emotionally in the moment and later had regrets about how you handled the situation? Sometimes a negative response, when dr...
165. Want to be Happier...Act Like a Kid!
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kids are born with limitless potential. However, as individuals transition into adulthood, they often let go of some of the traits that contribute to...
164. Integrity and Being True to Yourself
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you being true to yourself? Are you displaying integrity in your actions? In this episode, Brian shares a lesson from one of his mentors, Mac...
163. Top 5 Lessons from Warren's Shareholder Letters
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian recently reviewed some of Warren Buffet's annual shareholder letters and, in this episode, he shares five lessons he learned from the letters. ...
162. Failure to Evolve
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Failing to evolve can be detrimental to your success - business success, health, relationships, etc. In this episode, Brian shared stories of we...
161. 4 Levels of Competitors
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What type of competitor are you? In this episode, Brian breaks down a concept he learned about on one of his favorite TV shows: the 4 levels o...
160. Lessons from the NYC Marathon
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After participating in a number of endurance events this year, Brian has noticed some common threads in his performances leading up to and during the...
159. Be Indispensable
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a crisis, everything and everyone is examined for its value. As we enter into a challenging economic environment, we are either going to remai...
158. Testing Your Balance
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As you age, your stability and balance begin to decline, thus increasing the chances of you getting hurt as you get older. In this episode, Bria...
157. Managing Your Stress
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While on the continuous journey of becoming better in business health, wealth, and life in general, it is normal to experience signs of stress. I...
156. Jim Carrey and the Law of Attraction
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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155. Becoming a More Effective Communicator
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Great leaders must be effective communicators. In Episode 149, Brian shared an exercise designed to audit your leadership characteristics. In...
154. Preparing to Lead
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What improvements can you work on today so you are better prepared to lead tomorrow? In this episode, Brian shares two concepts that should be ado...
153. Bill Gates' Think Week
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine what you could accomplish if you spent one week totally uninterrupted and off the grid. In this episode, Brian discusses Bill Gates' con...
152. Winning the Battle but Losing the War
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Short term thinking can have a negative impact on long term plans. To better understand this phrase "Winning the battle, but losing the war", Brian...
151. How's Your Environment?
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is your environment helping you grow or is it holding you back? In this episode, Brian Gubernick breaks down how your environment will help shape ...
150. 8 Truths and Lies of Success
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the path to success, it can be common to think that success looks or feels a certain way. However, sometimes we may find that some of these succes...
149. What Makes for a Great Leader QUIZ
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to step up your leadership game? In this episode, Brian shares a blueprint for exceptional leadership. He shares a list of qualities...
148. Survival Mentality in Wealth Creation
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Compound interest is like planting an oak tree. The extraordinary growth requires time and survival through unpredictable and turbulent times. In...
147. Lessons from Jocko
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian Gubernick shares three lessons from one of his favorite leaders to study and learn from Jocko Willink. When it comes to le...
146. Handling Decision Fatigue
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are all faced with making many decisions each day and as we move through the day we can start to experience decision fatigue. With decision fa...
145. Execution Makes All of the Difference
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"The barrier standing between you and the life you are capable of living is a lack of consistent execution." In this episode, Brian covers a topic...