How to Make it Big in America, Part 1 – The 7 Obstacles that Hold you Back #062

<blockquote> <p><strong>“The American Dream is far more attainable today than at any time in its history.” — Brian Buffini</strong></p> </blockquote> <p> </p> <p>Brian Buffini came to America with $92 in his pocket and a desire to pursue the American Dream . Shortly after arriving, he got in to a serious motorcycle accident that left him hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt. However, with hard work and dedication, Brian built a business, accrued wealth and began to live the Good Life. In this episode, Brian shares his story and explains why he feels the American Dream is alive and well today, even in an age of cynism. You’ll learn what makes America uniquely different from other countries, why more fortunes will be made in the next 50 years than there were in the last and the seven things that prevent people from making it big in America. This is the first in a three-part series. By the end of the episode, you’ll feel renewed motivation to pursue your version of the American Dream.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Inspirational quotes from today’s interview:</strong></p> <p>“But I had a chance to start my life here in America, even if it was a rough start, to ultimately build my fortune.”—Brian Buffini</p> <p>“The American Dream is far more attainable today than at any time in its history.”— Brian Buffini</p> <p>“There will be far more fortunes made in next 50 years than there were in the last 50 years.”— Brian Buffini</p> <p>“The American Dream is America’s most viable and fantastic export.” — Brian Buffini</p> <p>“No other nation has been built upon an idea; the idea of liberty.” — Margaret Thatcher</p> <p>“America’s not just a country; it’s an idea.”— Bono</p> <p>“We hold these truths to be self-evident; that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” — Declaration of Independence</p> <p>“If you grew yourself and worked on yourself, you could go from making a living to earning a fortune.” — Bria