No Days Off with Brian Gubernick
Episodes
144. What is EI and How Do I Increase Mine
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Brian breaks down Emotional Intelligence (EI) - what it is and how we can begin to recognize our own EI. Brian also shares how t...
143. How to Handle the 80%
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pareto's principle says that 20% of the activities completed on a daily basis will yield 80% of the results; the inverse says that 80% of the activit...
142. Sell Your By-Products
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a business owner or entrepreneur, this episode is for you! When you make a product or offer a service in business, there will always be ...
141. What I learned at the Chicago Marathon
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over this past weekend, Brian Gubernick ran the Chicago Marathon. Leading up to the event, he didn't train like he has for past marathons, rather he m...
140. The Arrival Fallacy
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Achievement does not always equal happiness. In this episode, Brian Gubernick breaks down 'arrival fallacy' and what he has done (and is doing) t...
139. The Biggest Investment Risk
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Compound interest, coupled with time, is one of the fundamental concepts in finance and building long-term wealth. In this episode, Brian Guberni...
138. Time to Clean Up Our Systems
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you updated your personal operating system? We all have developed systems in every area of life - business, health, wealth,...
137. What Sparks Great Ideas?
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Success can be attributed to a number of things, including coming up with great ideas. In this episode, Brian Gubernick shares some strategies th...
136 - The Literal Formula for Peak Performance
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Business owners and entrepreneurs are constantly evaluating talent and attitude within their teams or among new hires. Sometimes you can associate mor...
135 - Comparing Yourself to Others and What To Do About It
04 Oct 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, an...
134 - Your Needs Are Smaller Than You Realize
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we become successful, we start to forget how strong we used to be, where the bar was once set, or how little we actually needed to be fulfilled....
133 - Using SMECA to Prepare to Pivot When Necessary
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the end of the year nears and the economy and business environment appear to be rather unpredictable, we are bound to face some challenges or obst...
132 - Use Your RAS to Achieve Your Goals
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to supercharge your path to achieving your goals, this episode is for you! In this episode, Brian Gubernick shares how to set goals b...
131. Uncovering Your Why
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Find your why" - we've all heard this phrase before... While this phrase is frequently shared among speakers, authors, and mentors, what is typi...
130. How Jesse Itzler Displayed That Words Matter
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your words matter and self talk matter; words can influence how you think and have an impact on your mindset and behavior. In this episode, Bria...
129. Become Antifragile
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you view antifragility? Do you embrace it? In this episode, Brian shares how to reframe your mindset around antifragility and use it to t...
128. What do Naval, the Acton Academy, and Jason Derulo Have in Common
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where would you say you possess specialized knowledge? In what areas would you say you are world class? Those who develop specialized knowledge set...
127. Ways to Increase Your Rental Property Revenue
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most important things you can do to be a successful real estate investor is to maximize the revenue in your rental properties. In this e...
126. Losing and Getting Beat Are Not the Same
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you lose, you haven't done what it takes to win. In this episode, Brian breaks down why he believes that losing is not the same as getting b...
125. Are you a Conflict Confronter or a Conflict Avoider
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Confronting conflict is not always the easy route to take, but it is the better route to take. In this episode, Brian Gubernick shares how confro...
124. The 8 Step Model for Overcoming a Bad Day
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No matter your level of success, most everybody experiences a bad day every once in a while. Brian Gubernick developed a process for overcoming ...
123. "Tonight, I Will Be In My Bed"
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"No matter how tough life may be, on any particular day, tonight I will be in my bed." In this episode, Brian Gubernick shares a lesson he learne...
122. The 4 Laws of Behavior Change
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you need to break any bad habits and build new ones, this episode is for you. In this episode, Brian Gubernick shares a lesson from the book,...
121. Choose Your Prophets Wisely
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is important to find prophets that inspire you, yet are not too close to you. In this episode, Brian Gubernick breaks down how you should go abou...
120. Eat Broccoli to Achieve Your Goals
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Eating broccoli will help you stack your wins and build momentum. In this episode, Brian Gubernick shares one of his favorite analogies to use to star...
119. Why It's More Important to be First Than to be Better
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes it is better to be first than it is to be better. In this episode, Brian Gubernick reviews a law from the book 'The 22 Immutable Laws of Ma...
118. The #1 Way to Overcome Resistance
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is there anywhere in your life or business where you are currently procrastinating? What is causing your resistance from getting it done? In this...
117. 6 Steps to Finish Your Business Year Strong
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the final quarter of 2023, are you and your business prepared to close out the year strong? In this episode, Brian Gubernick share...
116. How You Can Use the 20-5-3 Rule to Improve Your Well-Being
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much time do you spend outside on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis? In Michael Easter's book, The Comfort Crisis, he shares the 20-5-3 Rule ...
115. Do You Have the Freedom To or the Freedom From?
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you view freedom in your life? When you think about wealth and happiness, do you seek 'freedom to' or 'freedom from'? In this episode, Bri...
114. The Inverse Relationship You Must Be Aware of to Increase Your Success
05 Sep 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. ...
113. Why Some Partnerships Succeed and Others Fail
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you in a business partnership, married, or involved in significant relationships in your life? If you are, then this episode is for you! Ther...
112. Why We Quit & What to Do About It
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where have you quit and how did you justify that behavior? Why did you quit? What is the difference between someone who quits and someone who per...
111 - Part 3: Becoming a More Effective Responder
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In moments of crisis, are we reacting or responding based on our level of confidence? Are we acting with real confidence or false confidence? In ...
110. Part 2: Are You Effective or Ineffective in Responding to Crisis?
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you run towards a 'fire' or a crisis, are you actually equipped to help? If someone's life depended on it, could you save them? If your business...
109. Part 1: What Makes People Respond
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In tough situations or in moments of crisis, what makes people respond or not respond? When you witness a tough situation or an accident, what is...
108. Your Greatest 5 Years
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you looked back on the last five years of your life, would you be able to say they have been the greatest five years of your life? Brian share...
107. The Centenarian Decathlon
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you believe you will live to be 100 years old? Do you want to live to be 100 years old? Brian shares a concept from Peter Attia's book, Outliv...
106. Elon's Close Call
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you experience ups and downs in your life and business? If so, this episode is for you! The greatest entrepreneurs and innovators of our t...
105. How to Make Important Decisions
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian Gubernick breaks down specific knowledge - what it means and how to use it. When leveraged correctly, this type of knowled...
104. Specific Knowledge
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian Gubernick breaks down specific knowledge - what it means and how to use it. When leveraged correctly, this type of knowled...
103. No Days Off Review & Questions to Ask Yourself
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian Gubernick shares the inspiration behind No Days Off and what it means to live a No Days Off lifestyle. He shares focusing ...
102. Parkinson's Law
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian Gubernick breaks down Parkinson's Law, how we can use it to encourage more efficiency, and how we can leverage the concept in ...
101. Unconventional Leadership Qualities
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brian Gubernick discusses how to become a better leader and how to identify leaders in your organization. In Sam Walker's book, ...
100. Lessons from 29029
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
First and foremost, THANK YOU for joining us for 100 episodes! We wouldn't be here without each of you who tune in every weekday morning with the com...
99. Eisenhower Matrix
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am sharing a tool that I learned about in a leadership and strategy course at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. ...
98. Discipline Equals Freedom
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am sharing a lesson from one of my heroes, Jocko Willink. The lesson: discipline equals freedom. Through self discipline a...
97. Multiplicative System
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am sharing my new favorite mental model: multiplicative systems. As we learned in elementary school, anything multiplied by ze...
96. Preparing to Learn
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I reference a book I read some time ago that has continued to have an effect on my life - Limitless by Jim Kwik. In this book, K...
95. Criticism from Others
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I believe that you should not take criticism from somone who you would not seek advice from. In this episode, we dig into receiving criticism fro...
94. Choose Your Hard
08 Aug 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 ...
93. Circle of Competence
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you understand the concept of circle of competence, and more specifically, your circle of competence, you can improve your decision-making and p...
92. The Peter Principle
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Peter Principle says that in a heirarchy, every employee tends to rise to his or her level of incompetence. In this episode, I share some sce...
91. Inversion
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down the mental model: Inverson. Simply put, when you use iversion as a mental model when solving problems, you work bac...
90. Wealth Building 101
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are looking to start your wealth-building journey or if you have already started building wealth, this episode is for you! Over the last f...
89. It's Never Too Late to Reinvent
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are discussing reinvention. Specifically, reinventing yourself. I am sharing a few stories of individuals who reinvented them...
88. 10 Tax Tactics to Review TODAY
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I believe this is one of the most important topics we have discussed to date. Creating wealth is not just about making more money. Perhaps one of...
87. The Possible Mindset - Replay
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are featuring our Top 5 episodes; these are our most downloaded and most shared episodes to date! Today is part 5 of 5. After re...
86. Health Series Pt. 1 - Sleep - Replay
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are featuring our Top 5 episodes; these are our most downloaded and most shared episodes to date! Today is part 4 of 5. This episode...
85. How to Ask More Powerful Questions - Replay
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are featuring our Top 5 episodes; these are our most downloaded and most shared episodes to date! Today is part 3 of 5. Brian breaks...
84. Step 1 to Creating Wealth - Replay
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are featuring our Top 5 episodes; these are our most downloaded and most shared episodes to date! Today is part 2 of 5. In this epis...
83. Mack Newton's 6 Keys to Happiness - Replay
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are featuring our Top 5 episodes; these are our most downloaded and most shared episodes to date! Today is part 1 of 5. Enjoy! I...
82. FORD Method
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The FORD model, in my opinion, is a very underutilized tool. FORD = Family, Occupation, Recreation, Dream This insightful framework serves as...
81. Time
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I reveal one of my most invaluable life lessons: the art of harnessing time for effective decision-making. We also discuss how t...
80. Misogi
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, we explore the Japanese term 'misogi' and its profound implications. Misogi is a practice that offers a pathway to clean...
79. 40% Rule
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve deeper into the topic of mindset and explore the concept of unlocking your untapped potential using the 40% rule. The 4...
78. Leveraging Loss Aversion
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I reference a great book, Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss. This book shares negotiating strategies and techniques based ...
77. Creating Confidence
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A business partner of mine recently shared a lesson with me about creating more confidence. In this episode, I share these five core beliefs that...
76. Exercise Snacking
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are diving into health and how small, frequent activities can help you improve your overall health. Exercise snacking: a dy...
75. Knowledge Isn't Power
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are discussing why knowledge is, in fact, not power and why the commonly known phrase 'knowledge is power' was taken out of conte...
74. Limitless Mindset
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am digging into mindset, specifically how to adopt and maintain a limitless mindset. I share a story that made history back in...
73. 2nd Order Consequences
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our daily lives, we often overlook the ripple effects of our choices. In this episode, I dive into second-order consequences and why we should...
72. Increase Your Options, Increase Your Success
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am sharing a lesson that I have learned from past experiences, in both life and business. Making great decisions is a function...
71. What's In It For Me?
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's in it for me? This acronym, WIIFM, serves as a strategic approach to evaluate the significance of something and identify the advantages or ben...
70. What Losing Teaches Us With Katy G
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, and for the first time ever, I have a co-host joining me - my daughter, Katy G. Katy walks us through a presentation she put ...
69. When in Doubt, Disclose - George & the Cherry Tree
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of the 4th of July, I am revisiting a story about George Washington - George and the Cherry Tree. In this story, George receives a...
68. Staying Informed
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am sharing how I stay up to date on news and current events while also maintaining my mental well-being. Today's focusing ques...
67. Dr. Peter Attia and Exercise
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am sharing something I recently learned from Dr. Peter Attia about exercise and its importance to longevity. I resonate with a...
66. Winston's Difficult Decision
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share a story about Winston Churchill and a difficult decision he had to make during WWII back in 1940. While this was a st...
65. Wealth Building Basics - The 4% Rule and Index Funds
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I double down on creating passive income opportunities to build long-term wealth.* Specifically, I take us through the 4% rule. ...
64. Stop Caring What Others Think
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am discussing a topic that many of us can probably relate to, and might even be working on ourselves. However, rather than working...
63. Day 1 Mentality
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am talking about the concept of 'Day 1 Mentality'. One of my business partners, Chris Suarez, recently shared this concept wit...
62. Recording Life's Most Important Lessons
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am sharing some lessons I have learned in life and in business. Selfishly, I love the idea of documenting these lessons so my ...
61. Addicted to Chaos
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My goal for this episode is to help improve your mindset and mental health. My good friend and business partner, Ben Kinney, recently shared a le...
60. Wealth Building Through Passive Income
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wealth is doing what you want, with who you want, when you want, wherever you want. In today's episode, I share how to begin building passive inc...
59. Managing Predictable Surprises
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you respond to a situation that you didn't plan for? In today's episode, I am sharing some ways to manage predictable surprises and how to...
58. Parenting - Inside and Outside of the Office
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I am sharing some parenting advice I once received from parenting expert, Dr. Laura Markham. Topics I cover, include: Coach...
57. Bring in the Ship
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share a story from a football camp I attended in high school and how the lesson I learned from the coach still resonates today. Wha...
56. Perception and Perspective
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I break down perception vs perspective, and why what we believe to be true and what actually may be true are not one and the same...
55. Overcoming Fear
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Simply put, fear affects how we live our life. In today's episode, I uncover: How fear impacts starting something new or achieving goals How t...
54. Attitude is Everything
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I am sharing my thoughts about 'attitude' and why it has been top of mind for me lately. Your attitude: Dictates all things...
53. Health Series Pt. 5 - Mental Well-Being
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For Part 5 of the No Days Off Health Series, we are discussing: Mental Health and Mental Well-Being We all need to be more purposeful in maintain...
52. Health Series Pt. 4 - Light and Earth
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For Part 4 of the No Days Off Health Series we are discussing: Sunlight and Earthing/Grounding. I truly believe these two things are absolutely n...
51. Health Series Pt. 3 - Exercise
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For Part 3 of the No Days Off Health Series, we are discussing: movement and exercise This is a topic that I am very passionate about as I believ...
50. Health Series Pt. 2 - Nutrition
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For Part 2 of the No Days Off Health Series, we are discussing: Nutrition I am not a nutrition expert, but I am constantly trying new things when...
49. Health Series Pt. 1 - Sleep
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode kicks off our No Days Off Health Series and our first topic: SLEEP As most people know, sleep is one of the more popular topics disc...
48. The IDGAF Muscle
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share some lessons that I recently learned from Tim Grover's book 'Winning': The best way to remain focused on achieving your go...
47. Contingency Planning
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all make plans in business and life, we plan experiences and vacations, we map it all out, and we have a pretty good idea of all that is going to ...
The Comfort Crisis
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share some of my takeaways from a book I recently read, 'The Comfort Crisis'. The author, Michael Easter, talks about how we have ...
Building Investment Resilience
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most business leaders and those who have their pulse on the markets right now can agree that there are some significant economic changes going on in ...