📞 The Win is in the Follow-Up | Episode 931

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In this episode, we dig into one of the most underrated skills in business—and life: the follow-up. Whether you’re closing a deal, deepening a relationship, or chasing your next big opportunity, the real win? It rarely happens on the first call.

We unpack the strategies, mindset, and persistence required to master the art of following up—and how this one habit separates the top 1% from everyone else.

✅ Why most opportunities are lost after the first contact ✅ How to follow up without being annoying or desperate ✅ The compounding power of persistence with purpose ✅ What follow-up says about your character and commitment ✅ Real-world examples of breakthroughs on the 5th, 6th, even 10th touch ✅ Turning “maybe later” into “let’s do it” through consistency

🚀 Take Action Today! If you’ve ever felt ghosted, ignored, or overlooked, this episode will reframe your mindset. Keep reaching out. Keep adding value. The fortune isn’t just in the follow-up—it is the follow-up.

🛠️ The Quiet Work That Changes Everything | Episode 930

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In today’s episode, I am joined by Eric Guy as we dive deep into a truth most people overlook: the work that actually changes your life? It’s not loud. It’s not flashy. It’s done when no one’s watching.

We break down the unseen habits and quiet disciplines that build momentum behind the scenes—before the breakthrough ever shows up.

✅ Why the work you do in silence becomes your loudest results

✅ How to build consistency when no one is clapping yet

✅ The difference between public success and private preparation

✅ Developing identity through repetition, not recognition

✅ Why delayed recognition is a sign you're on the right path

✅ The power of choosing process over praise—every single day

🎯 Take Action Today! The quiet work isn’t glamorous—but it’s the difference-maker. If you’re feeling unseen, unnoticed, or unsure if the work is worth it, this episode is for you. Keep showing up. Keep stacking days. You’re building something no one can take from you.

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🧭 You Don’t Need More Time, You Need More Clarity | Episode 928

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In this episode, I’m joined by my brother Josh Miller, and we’re unpacking one of the biggest misconceptions in business and life—that you need more time. The truth? You need more clarity. When you lack clarity, every task feels urgent, every opportunity feels right, and your schedule quickly spirals out of control.

 We dig deep into the mindset, strategy, and self-awareness needed to stop chasing the clock—and start building intentionally.

 ✅ Why “I’m too busy” is usually a clarity problem, not a time problem

✅ How to simplify your calendar and stop overcommitting

✅ The myth of time management—and what actually works

✅ Building a “not to do” list that protects your energy

✅ Creating alignment between your values and your schedule

✅ The power of saying no to protect your priorities

🎯 Take Action Today! More hours won’t solve what unclear priorities create. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or like you’re constantly chasing your day—this episode is your reset. Get clear. Get focused. And start operating from intention, not obligation. 

🎧 Tune in now and make your time count—on purpose. 

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⛰️ The Middle Is the Hardest Part | Episode 927

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In this episode, I’m joined by Josh Miller for a powerful conversation about the most overlooked and underestimated part of any journey—the middle. Everyone celebrates the start. Everyone dreams about the finish. But what do you do when you're stuck in between, the results are slow, and the noise dies down?

This episode is a deep dive into what it takes to keep pushing when motivation fades, momentum stalls, and doubt creeps in. If you’re building anything meaningful—this one’s for you.

✅ Why the middle phase is where most people quit

✅ How to maintain discipline when emotions take over

✅ The dangers of comparison and distraction during the process

✅ Leading your team with calm, clarity, and consistency

✅ Why great teams always outperform individual talent

✅ How staying coachable builds resilience and eliminates blind spots

🎯 Take Action Today! The middle is where real growth happens. It’s where character is forged, leaders are tested, and breakthroughs are born. You don’t need a shortcut—you need grit, vision, and a team that refuses to stop.

🎧 Tune in now and get through your middle stronger than ever.

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🎯 Focus on Strategic Discipline Over Deals | Episode 926

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Mark Perkins as we wrap up our Berkshire Hathaway-inspired series with a crucial principle every entrepreneur and leader needs to master: strategic discipline. In a fast-paced, deal-driven world, it’s easy to get caught chasing revenue—but if the deal doesn’t align with your vision, values, or capacity, it’s not worth it.

This episode is all about the power of saying no, the strength that comes from clarity, and the long-term impact of choosing alignment over urgency.

✅ Why some deals are distractions in disguise 

✅ How Berkshire’s cash strategy proves the value of waiting

✅ The importance of criteria, clarity, and confidence in decision-making

✅ Why walking away builds credibility and confidence

✅ How to teach your team to “wait well”

✅ The freedom that comes from aligned clients, not just any clients

🎯 Take Action Today! Discipline drives results. The best businesses aren’t built on quick wins—they’re built on solid, strategic decisions over time. Learn how to trust your gut, protect your values, and grow with intention.

🎧 Tune in now and start making decisions that serve your vision, not just your moment

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⏳ The Power of Patience: Why Long-Term Thinking Still Wins | Episode 925

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In this episode, I am joined by Jim Williams for a conversation every entrepreneur, leader, and high performer needs to hear. In a world obsessed with speed and instant gratification, this episode unpacks why long-term thinking is still the ultimate competitive advantage.

Drawing on lessons from Berkshire Hathaway, real-world experience, and decades of business growth, We break down the mindset shifts and habits that separate the impatient from the impactful.

✅ Why short-term wins often sabotage long-term success

✅ How patience compounds in leadership, business, and personal growth 

✅ The dangers of chasing comfort over vision

✅ Delayed gratification: the foundation of real transformation

✅ Why consistency outperforms talent

✅ The hidden cost of selling out too soon—personally or professionally

🎯 Take Action Today! You don’t need a vending machine fix—you need a legacy mindset. The results you’re chasing require vision, discipline, and patience. This episode will help you zoom out, think bigger, and lead with purpose for the long haul.

 🎧 Tune in now and embrace the process—because patience still pays.

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🏆 Reputation, Relationships, and Results: The Buffett-Munger Formula for Legacy | Episode 924 🎙️

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In this episode, Brian is joined by Eric Guy to explore a powerful truth that’s often overlooked in business: Legacy isn’t built overnight—it’s built through reputation, relationships, and results. Drawing from real-world experience and lessons from Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, this conversation is all about what it takes to build something that lasts.

If you’ve ever asked yourself how to create trust, lead with integrity, or build partnerships that stand the test of time—this one’s for you.

✅ Why your reputation is your most valuable asset

✅ The compound interest of trust in leadership and business

✅ How strong relationships create leverage and longevity

✅ What Buffett & Munger teach us about integrity and partnership

✅ Why culture and consistency beat strategy every time

✅ How to leave a legacy your family and team will be proud of

🎯 Take Action Today! Your legacy is built on how you treat people, how you show up, and what you’re remembered for. In a world chasing the short-term win, this episode will remind you why the long game still wins.

🎧 Tune in now and raise your standard—because your reputation is always showing.

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💼 Beyond the Meeting: How to Apply Berkshire Wisdom in Real Life (Part 2) | Episode 923

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 In today’s episode, we continue our dive into the legendary insights from Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting—but this time, we’re talking about application. It’s one thing to understand the wisdom of the greats—it’s another thing to actually use it in your life and business.

 Let’s break down how to take these powerful lessons and put them into action.

Joining me again today is Jay Doran, and Special Guest Aleck Arena, and we break down:

✅ Why great decisions come from simplicity, not complexity 

✅ The importance of aligning your values with your inner circle

✅ How to avoid the trap of emotional, reactive choices

✅ Real-world filters for evaluating risk and reward

✅ What Buffett and Munger still teach us about business discipline

✅ How to build trust that creates longevity in life and leadership

🎯 Take Action Today! Principles only matter if you live them. Learn how to make Buffett-level decisions with clarity and consistency—starting now. Small choices lead to massive impact when you operate with the right mindset.

🎧 Tune in and take notes—it’s time to apply what works.

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📚 Lessons from Legends: What Berkshire Hathaway Still Teaches Us (Part 1) | Episode 922

 🎙️ What’s happening, what’s happening?! Welcome back to The Brian Hess Show!

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the legendary wisdom of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger—two of the greatest business minds the world has ever known. As Berkshire Hathaway continues to be one of the most studied companies on the planet, the lessons from these men are just as relevant now as they’ve ever been.

This episode is about more than investing—it’s about how to think, how to decide, and how to build a business and life that lasts.

Joining me today is Jay Doran, and we break down:

✅ Why discipline beats hype in business

✅ The value of patience and long-term thinking

✅ How to build and keep meaningful partnerships

✅ The simple principles that drive consistent success

✅ What modern entrepreneurs can learn from legacy companies

✅ Why emotional control is a competitive advantage

🎯 Take Action Today! The business world is filled with trends, noise, and distractions—but real success comes from staying grounded in principles that work. Learn from the greats. Apply what matters. Build something that stands the test of time. 

🎧 Tune in now to sharpen your thinking and lead with purpose.

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