556. Create a 90-Day Bucket List (Inspired by a 12-Year-Old)
No Days Off with Brian Gubernick
Release Date: 05/15/2025
No Days Off with Brian Gubernick
Emotional intelligence might be the most underrated competitive edge in business and life. IQ can get you in the door, but it’s your ability to read the room, manage your emotions, and lead with awareness that keeps you in the game. In this episode, Brian walks you through a quick 10-question quiz to assess your own emotional intelligence. No overthinking, no fluff... just a straight self-check to see where you stand. You’ll learn the four core domains of emotional intelligence, why self-awareness is the foundation of leadership, and how mastering the pause before you react can change...
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Most of the rules that determine whether we rise or stall aren’t written anywhere. They’re not in a handbook. They’re not on a whiteboard. But they govern our decisions, our leadership, and our progress every single day, just as reliably as gravity. In this episode, Brian breaks down ten “laws of life” that high performers understand, whether consciously or not. From Hanlon’s Razor and the Dunning-Kruger Effect to Parkinson’s Law and the Peter Principle, these timeless principles explain why some people stay stuck while others continue to scale. You’ll walk away with a new...
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Most people will tell you never to quit. But what if that’s the wrong advice? Brian revisits one of the most counterintuitive and important topics he’s ever covered: Quitting. When is it justified? When is it weakness? And how do you know the difference? With the economy in flux, the market shifting, and pressure rising across industries -- especially in real estate -- many entrepreneurs are quietly asking the question: Should I hang it up? Brian doesn’t dodge it. Instead, he offers a four-question framework to help you get brutally honest about your situation. This episode isn’t about...
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Endurance isn’t just about crossing finish lines, it’s about how you respond when the voice in your head tells you to quit. In this episode, Brian takes lessons from his years of endurance racing and unpacks how they directly translate to business and entrepreneurship. From building a contingency plan for the moment you want to tap out, to mastering your self-talk, to narrowing your focus and remembering why you started, these are the tools that keep you moving when the grind gets real. Whether you’re climbing mountains at 29029 or building a business from the ground...
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We’ve all heard the phrase: how you do anything is how you do everything. It’s been tossed around in locker rooms, boardrooms, and leadership meetings so often that it risks becoming just another motivational bumper sticker. But this principle runs deeper than most people realize, it’s a blueprint for identity. In this episode, Brian breaks down the true meaning behind the phrase, tracing its roots from the Stoics to Navy SEALs to Joe DiMaggio, and then shows how it plays out in real life. Whether it’s sloppy CRM notes, showing up late to small meetings, or cutting corners on a...
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Entrepreneurs are taught to move fast and decide quickly—but not every decision deserves urgency. In this episode, Brian breaks down Falkland Law: if a decision isn’t forced, don’t make it yet. Many bad outcomes don’t come from bad decisions. They come from unnecessary ones—made to relieve discomfort, pressure, or the need to feel productive. Brian explains where entrepreneurs over-decide most (hiring, pricing, leadership), how false urgency shows up, and when waiting is actually the highest-leverage move you have. -- Text NDO to 59559 to subscribe to our daily texts + get a link to...
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Brian shares a powerful true story from Christmas Eve, 1944, during the Battle of the Bulge, where one woman’s courage and conviction created peace in the middle of war and saved lives on both sides. Leadership isn’t about rank. It’s about standards. Even in the darkest moments, you control the temperature of the room. -- Text NDO to 59559 to subscribe to our daily texts + get a link to the newest episode. Tune in to this podcast every weekday morning for 10 minutes or less as Brian shares lessons and stories about how to make positive changes in your life and business, one day at a...
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Forgiveness isn’t emotional. It’s tactical. In this episode, Brian breaks down a powerful Jim Rohn framework on the four people you must forgive, or address, if you want to perform at a higher level in life and business. Unresolved resentment doesn’t just linger emotionally... it distorts decisions, adds friction, and quietly caps execution. From forgiving your parents and others, to forgiving yourself, to owning the apologies you owe, this episode shows how hidden baggage shows up as hesitation, overcorrection, and smaller bets. This isn’t about being nice. It’s about clearing...
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Most people confuse strategy with ambition. More growth. More revenue. More scale. But that’s not strategy, that’s appetite. Brian breaks down the real definition of strategy and why it only shows up when time, energy, and focus are constrained. Strategy isn’t about doing more. It’s about protecting what matters by being ruthless with what you say no to. If you feel busy but unfocused, growing but stretched thin, this episode will give you a simple filter to cut complexity, sharpen priorities, and start playing offense again. Same standard. -- Text NDO to 59559 to subscribe to...
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Most New Year’s resolutions fail by February, not because people are lazy, but because they’re built on emotion instead of structure. Brian Gubernick breaks down why resolutions don’t stick and what actually works: identity-based habits, shorter timeframes, and systems that drive consistent execution. -- Text NDO to 59559 to subscribe to our daily texts + get a link to the newest episode. Tune in to this podcast every weekday morning for 10 minutes or less as Brian shares lessons and stories about how to make positive changes in your life and business, one day at a time....
info_outlineBrian Gubernick shares a heartwarming story about discovering his 12-year-old daughter’s summer bucket list — and the powerful reminder it gave him about living with intention. Inspired by her simple, joyful goals, Brian challenges you to create a 90-day bucket list of your own.
But this isn’t about skydiving or seeing the Northern Lights. It’s about everyday adventures that bring joy, presence, and meaning — right where you are. Whether it’s watching a sunrise with no phone, taking a spontaneous day trip, or revisiting a childhood hobby, this episode will inspire you to stop waiting for the "perfect time" and start designing moments that matter.
Brian breaks down how to create your list, why it’s worth doing, and the emotional and relational wealth it can build.
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That’s what the “No Days Off” movement is all about. The objective is to spend focused time each day improving in some small way. Each episode presents questions to contemplate, concepts to understand, and actions to take in Business & Leadership, Wealth & Finances, Personal Development & Growth Time Management, Mindset & Attitude, Relationships, Family & Parenting, and Health.
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Meet Your Host:
Brian Gubernick is a visionary leader with over 20 years of diverse business and life experience. Currently the Chief Real Estate Officer for PLACE Inc and Co-Founder of Metrix Masterminds, Brian has held numerous other significant roles in the real estate industry including property investor, Realtor, sales team owner, brokerage operating partner, title/escrow company investor, property management partner, and start-up executive. Brian has also trained and/or personally coached thousands of sales professionals on the tenants of business success, leadership, and personal development.
Brian’s passion for excellence is matched only by his love for family. He resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his wife and two daughters. When he’s not creating exceptional real estate experiences or nurturing his entrepreneurial ventures, Brian can be found enjoying quality time with his loved ones.
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