Episodes

Send us a text In this episode, we unpack Proverbs 16:22—"Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it, but discipline is wasted on fools." Here's what I discovered this morning: everyone talks about discipline, but few ever develop discretion. I’ll show you why discretion is the internal leadership skill most people overlook—and how practicing it can save you from the endless cycle of correction, reaction, and regret. This one’s a short riff. I'll unpack it ...

Send us a text This episode is all about being wrong on the way to being right. We’re wired to want to be right. To look smart. To avoid mistakes. But that mindset kills growth. In this riff, I challenge you to flip the script. I’ll show you why being wrong isn’t just part of the process—it is the process. When you embrace failure with humility, you pick up shelf experiences, sharpen your skills, and keep your mind open. You stay a learner, not a know-it-all. A Gomer, not a guru. If you...

Send us a text Most people think good habits are the secret to success. They’re not. Habits are the road you travel—but they’re not the vehicle that gets you there. The real game changer? Metaskills. In this episode, I break down why habits alone won’t get you where you want to go, why people burn out when they rely on them, and how metaskills—like communication, curiosity, creativity, continuous learning & action, and productive confrontation—keep you relevant, adaptable, and Ready For A...

Send us a text You think self-discipline is about willpower? It’s not. It’s about focus — mental ownership. In this episode, I’ll show you how to take your mind back, fix your focus, and finally align your actions with what you actually want in life. Faith. Family. Fitness. Finances. Fulfillment. No fluff. Just the truth. Let’s get it. Want a copy of my Daily Core6? DM me on the socials or contact me at marshbuice.com, and I will send it to you for free. Support the show 📣Who ne...

Send us a text Are you living from a belief system that pushes you forward, or one that holds you back? In this episode, I break down the powerful difference between serving your beliefs and having beliefs that serve you. We explore how your internal dialogue shapes your external reality, and how shifting that communication can unlock growth in every area of your life. Want to build beliefs that work for you? Download my free Core 6 Daily Checklist or get started with private coaching at www...

Send us a text You can justify anything. That’s why you’re stuck. Reasoning is unlimited—and that’s the problem. Use it carelessly, and it ruins your life. Use it selectively, and it builds one worth living. This episode shows you the difference. Support the show 📣Who needs to hear this episode? Please share with ONE PERSON who needs to hear this message. 🛑 Watch & subscribe to episodes on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiNqFo05MJ6_yCu1vJ3rX...

Send us a text There are always windows. And you’ve got more leverage than you think. But if you’re not paying attention—if you’re distracted, discouraged, or just going through the motions—you’ll miss both. In this episode, I’m talking directly to you about the two things that separate the average from the elite in sales—and in life: your ability to spot opportunity and your willingness to use what you’ve got. I’ll break down how curiosity and creativity open windows that others overlo...

Send us a text Ever had a customer lie to your face? Yeah—me too. But what if they’re not actually lying to you... What if they’re just trying to protect themselves? In today’s episode, I break down a conversation I had with one of my salespeople—he asked how I keep working with a customer after I know they’re not being honest with me. This episode will help you reframe what you’re seeing, take the emotion out of it, and stay in the pocket long enough to help your customers find the tr...

Send us a text Have you ever said, “I just have no willpower”? Yeah, me too. But what if the problem isn’t that you’re weak—or that you don’t want it bad enough? What if the real issue is that you’re trying to use willpower the wrong way… at the wrong time? In this episode, I’m breaking down what I learned from Gary Keller’s The One Thing, along with my own experience, about how willpower actually works—and why most people are burning it up without even realizing it. We’ll talk about: Why wil...

Send us a text Sometimes, the message hits differently. This is a fresh riff on a truth I’ve shared before—but now I see it more sharply, more urgently: You can’t fake consistency. Time is the ultimate storyteller. Where you are right now is the result of what you've done repeatedly, not what you've said, planned, or promised. In this episode, I unpack how identity, daily decisions, and small non-negotiables shape everything. And how defining who you are, what you do, and where yo...

Send us a text Most people aren’t stuck because they made the wrong decision. They’re stuck because they never made any decision at all. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to build momentum in your life by using what I call the 3 S’s of Decision-Making: Speed. Simplicity. Sustainability. If you’ve been second-guessing yourself… stuck in neutral… or waiting for the “perfect” answer, you need to hear this. Here’s what you’ll walk away with: A mindset shift that helps you stop overthinking ...

Send us a text In this episode, I'm not talking about sales tactics—I'm talking about the hardest sale you’ll ever make: to sell you on you. You’ll learn why the internal “yeah but” conversations are killing your momentum, how emotions—not facts—actually drive your decisions, and why acting before you negotiate is the key to breaking through. This episode will show you: Why curiosity is the doorway to change—and why you keep slamming it shutThe three ways you act when faced with change:...

Send us a text Negotiation isn’t just for sales—it’s a life skill. Whether you’re closing a deal, navigating a tough conversation, or trying to influence the outcome, with the help of Molly Fletcher, this episode gives you the seven mental fuels you need to show up strong. Learn how to reduce the mental load, bounce back faster, and stay in control no matter what comes your way. If you want to make negotiations easier on yourself—not for yourself—this episode is your playbook. Let's get it....

Send us a text How do you build something massive without waiting on anyone? You do it yourself. In this episode, I break down Bernie Marcus’ billion-dollar mindset and why taking action without permission is the only way forward. Support the show 📣Who needs to hear this episode? Please share with ONE PERSON who needs to hear this message. 🛑 Watch & subscribe to episodes on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiNqFo05MJ6_yCu1vJ3rX4A 📝Show your ❤️ by thumbing a quick ra...

Send us a text We talk a lot about habits, but what we don’t talk about enough is tolerance—what you let slide, what you justify, what you slowly start accepting. In this episode, I explore the asymmetry of tolerance—how we unconsciously expand our tolerance for destructive behaviors, while simultaneously shrinking our tolerance for the discomfort that accompanies growth and success. You're going to learn how to spot your tolerance leaks—those small, seemingly harmless decisions that eventual...

Send us a text Today, I unpack a powerful idea from Ray Dalio’s Principles: “To be effective, your need to be right must not be more important than your need to find out what’s true.” How often are we more focused on proving ourselves right than actually learning something new? This episode explores: The difference between being right and being effectiveWhy pride in what you “think you know” limits your growthHow being fixated on your opinions blinds you to the truth and better decisionsThe ...

Send us a text Have you ever felt like you’re stuck but doing everything you know to do? In this episode, I crack open a powerful passage from Principles by Ray Dalio—specifically page 186—and talk about the two hidden barriers that are keeping you from realizing your full potential: your ego and your blind spots. Most of the time, we get trapped in our own heads, spinning in circles, thinking we can figure everything out ourselves. But what if the very act of “figuring it out” is what’s keep...

Send us a text I've always wondered why some great players struggle to become great coaches—and why good (not great) players, the ones who weren’t always at the top, often turn out to be great coaches. Our personal story, our expectations, and even our success can sometimes get in the way of truly seeing and developing others. If you’ve ever led a team, raised a kid, coached someone, or even just tried to help a friend, you need this episode. It’s not about cloning people into mini-versions o...

Send us a text This is probably one of the most important episodes I’ve ever done. We’re talking about the difference between beliefs and believing, and how clinging to old beliefs might be the very thing holding you back from building what’s next. Beliefs can become traps. They can turn into condemnation, regret, and self-sabotage, especially when you're trying to move forward but keep comparing yourself to who you used to be. In this episode, I unpack insights from Brian Eisenberg’s b...

Send us a text What if the fastest way forward… was to slow down? In this episode, I unpack a quote from Tolstoy that hooked me: “Taking slow, small steps forward without stopping is the best way if you want to understand truth and the meaning of life.” If you’ve been feeling stuck, burned out, or like you’re racing through life without a clear direction, this one’s for you. I’m not here to preach. I’m just working through it with you. Because like you, I’m searching for something real. Some...

Send us a text I was reading "Born of This Land" by Chung Ju-Yung, the founder of Hyundai, and one passage stopped me, causing me to whip out my legal pad and really think it through. “When a small idea, the size of a grain of rice, is implanted in my mind, I nurture it until it grows into a major project I can visualize in my head.” That’s the key. Most people dig up their seed(s) too early. They let circumstances, rejection, or bad news convince them it's not possibl...

Send us a text In this episode, I riff off Catherine Brown’s book How Good Humans Sell and connect it to a powerful point from Mike Weinberg’s conversation with Ahsan Wardak: most salespeople aren’t actually selling—they’re presenting. What separates the pros from the pack? The pause. Pauses aren’t awkward—they’re powerful. However, too many salespeople fill the silence, killing the moment when the customer is thinking, trusting, and preparing to reveal what really matters. I break down...

Send us a text Most salespeople aren’t actually selling—they’re presenting. And there’s a big difference. In this episode, I break down a powerful conversation between Mike Weinberg and Ahsan Wardak about why salespeople default to pitching features and benefits instead of solving real problems. We talk about: Why presenting is just marketing, not salesHow to stop selling the product and start understanding the problemWhy every customer’s situation is a thumbprint, not a templateThe mindset s...

Send us a text What if the real reason you're stuck isn’t because life is hard, but because you’re reacting to it instead of leading it? In this episode, I break down a powerful line from James Allen’s Book of Meditations: “Things follow thoughts. Alter your thoughts, and things will receive a new adjustment.”Most people live in reverse, letting their circumstances dictate their thoughts. But when you flip that, when you lead with intention and awareness, things begin to shift in your favor. ...