Billion Dollar Insights – an in-depth interview with Dave Liniger #039

<blockquote> <p><strong>“Build on small successes. Success breeds success.” — Dave Liniger</strong></p> </blockquote> <p>It’s been said that Dave Liniger is the greatest franchisor since Ray Kroc. Founder and CEO of RE/MAX – the world’s most successful real estate company – and member of the International Franchise Hall of Fame, Dave gives a rare behind-the-scenes interview to Dermot Buffini, CEO of Buffini & Company.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode, Dave Liniger shares his journey from small-town Marion, Indiana, to leading a hugely successful real estate franchise. He delves into why it’s important to shake things up, the critical role of a coach or mentor, and why it’s vital to create a work-life balance while striving for success.</p> <p> </p> <p>You’ll also learn the three books that strongly influenced Dave’s life, why a brokerage is not a family, and how getting involved in hobbies outside of work can help you in your business. If you want to succeed, listen to this episode to learn from the best.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Inspirational quotes from today’s interview:</strong></p> <p>“I found a vision of what I wanted, and I wanted to excel.” – Dave Liniger</p> <p>“Courage comes from confidence and confidence comes from experiences and experiences are both good and bad.” – Dave Liniger</p> <p>“I had a career where people wanted what I was selling.” — Dave Liniger</p> <p>“Those who were determined found a way to make it work.” — Dave Liniger</p> <p>“A lot of times, success is harder to live with than failure.” — Dave Liniger</p> <p>“It’s nice finding partners and employees who complement the skills you have.” — Dave Liniger</p> <p>“Success is a certainly a journey. You can learn from your mistakes.” — Dave Liniger</p> <p>“If you’re going to work 18 hours a day, you end up a failure.” — Dave Liniger</p> <p>“It was a continuing refreshing in my mind of not doing the same thing day after day.” — Dave Liniger</p> <p>“If you do nothing but work, you’re not fresh, you’re not excited and you’re not exciting to be aro