The Buffalo Sessions

Jamie Stewart

Welcome to The Buffalo Sessions, where we help you build your network so you can increase your income. If you constantly feel like you're not generating enough money through your business and are doing it all on your own, this show is for you. 👋 I'm Jamie Stewart, founder of Circle Networks, a dynamic business community founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs – where we help you build business co

  1. 2d ago

    98 - Stop Setting Realistic Goals | Duncan Starr-Boltt on Impossible Goals, Freedom & High Performance

    What if the reason you're stuck isn't because your goals are too ambitious... but because they're not ambitious enough? In this episode of The Buffalo Sessions, Jamie Stewart is joined by high-performance coach Duncan Starr-Boltt to explore the concept of "Impossible Goals" and why traditional goal setting may be holding ambitious business owners back. Duncan explains why realistic goals often lead to incremental improvements rather than transformational change, and how setting goals that seem impossible forces you to think differently, focus on what truly matters, and become the person capable of achieving extraordinary results. The conversation explores the power of the 80/20 principle, creating a business around your ideal lifestyle, overcoming overwhelm, designing a life you enjoy, and why success often comes from what you stop doing rather than what you add. Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, leader, or someone feeling stuck in your current situation, this episode will challenge how you think about growth, performance, and what's possible. In This Episode - Why realistic goals can limit your potential - What an "Impossible Goal" actually is - How to use the 80/20 principle to create transformational growth - The connection between identity and achievement - Why becoming the person comes before getting the result- The hidden cost of overwhelm and constant busyness - How breathwork, mindfulness and recovery improve performance - Building a business around your ideal life rather than fitting life around your business - The importance of environment and surrounding yourself with the right people - Why high performers invest in coaching and support Key Takeaways - Impossible goals force you to think differently. - Growth comes from transformation, not simply working harder. - Success often requires letting go of activities that no longer serve you. - Your identity shapes your decisions, behaviours and results. - The people around you have a significant impact on what you believe is possible. - Freedom is often created through focus, systems and simplicity. - High performance and wellbeing work together, not against each other. About Duncan Starr-Boltt Duncan Starr-Boltt is a high-performance coach who helps ambitious people achieve extraordinary results by stepping into the future version of themselves today. Drawing on experience in business, health, fitness, mindset, meditation, breathwork and personal transformation, Duncan helps clients gain clarity, remove limitations and create lives and businesses that align with their biggest ambitions. Connect with Duncan Connect with Duncan Starr-Boltt on LinkedIn to learn more about his work and approach to Impossible Goals. https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-s-7a715410/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Impossible Goals 02:53 The 80-20 Principle and Transformation 05:56 Designing Your Ideal Life 08:59 The Evolution of Health and Fitness 12:10 Managing Overwhelm and Burnout 14:55 Defining Impossible Goals17:58 Shifting Identity and Vision 20:54 Creating a Supportive Environment 26:48 Finding Joy in Daily Routines 30:01 The Importance of Time Management 32:54 Networking and Building Relationships 36:02 Creating a Supportive Community 39:59 Achieving Work-Life Balance

    43 min
  2. May 17

    The Real ROI of Writing a Business Book with Joe Gregory

    In this episode of The Buffalo Sessions, Jamie Stewart sits down with Joe Gregory, co-founder of Rethink Press, to explore how entrepreneurs can use books to build credibility, generate leads and open doors to bigger opportunities.Joe has helped publish more than 1,200 business books, including titles by entrepreneurs and thought leaders such as Daniel Priestley. In this conversation, he shares why writing a book is only the start, how books can become a powerful lead generation tool, and why giving your book away can be more profitable than selling it.Jamie also shares the behind-the-scenes story of publishing Be More Buffalo and how Joe and the Rethink Press team helped bring the book to life in time for Circle Networks Live.In this episode, you’ll discover: Why writing a book can transform your authorityThe biggest mistakes first-time authors makeHow to use your book to generate leads and clientsJoe’s GAPS framework for turning books into businessWhy books build trust faster than almost any other marketing toolThe story behind Joe’s first publishing disasterHow Forbes Books acquired Rethink PressWhy friendship has played a key role in Joe’s successLink to Joe’s webinar https://pages.rethinkpress.com/publish-and-profit-circle 00:00The Journey to Publishing a Book 02:52The Importance of Professional Publishing 06:05The Power of Books in Business 09:04Investing in Expertise 12:02The Role of a Publishing Team 14:52The Process of Giving and Selling Books 18:03The Reality of Writing a Book 20:44Building Relationships Through Books 33:10The Value of Physical Books 36:46Impact of Publishing on Personal Growth 39:19The Power of Books in Networking 41:18Transitioning from Author to Entrepreneur 49:25Rethink Press and Its Acquisition by Forbes 59:54Webinar Insights on Publishing

    1h 3m
  3. Apr 27

    96 Get Tagged All the Time: How to Become the Person People Recommend w/ Laurie Macpherson

    In this episode of The Buffalo Sessions, Jamie Stewart chats with Laurie Macpherson about LinkedIn, visibility, positioning and how to become the person people recommend. Laurie shares why so many people hide behind vague messaging, why waiting for a new website can become procrastination, and how to use LinkedIn to build trust, connection and opportunity. We talk about personal content, getting tagged, building your network before you need it, dealing with criticism, and why people need to understand “why you” before they can confidently recommend you. This is a brilliant episode for senior people looking for their next role and business owners, consultants, coaches, career professionals and anyone who wants to be more visible without becoming someone they are not. In this episode: 00:00 Introduction 01:04 What Laurie does 02:34 What people are doing wrong on LinkedIn 04:07 Procrastination, websites and fear of rejection 05:28 Why personal content works 07:38 Laurie’s client success stories 13:03 Sharing strong opinions and content ideas 14:16 Dealing with criticism and trolls 17:04 Why we need to celebrate success more 19:13 How much time Laurie spends on LinkedIn 20:22 Using LinkedIn to make introductions 24:21 Laurie’s career positioning work 31:19 Why you need a network before you need it 33:52 Using LinkedIn to grow your business 36:33 Why people need to be good at what they do 40:05 Niching and choosing better clients 44:00 What’s next for Laurie 47:05 Laurie’s biggest LinkedIn tip 49:02 Laurie’s offers and how to work with her Connect with Laurie MacPherson on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriemac Find out more about Circle Networks https://circlenetworks.co.uk

    50 min
  4. Mar 16

    That major decision to leave a business and start again - with Steve Craggs eXp

    Steve Craggs: From Re/Max to EXP and the Future of Global Real EstateIn this episode of The Buffalo Sessions, Jamie sits down with Steve Craggs to explore his journey through the real estate world, from his time with Remax in Portugal to his role as International Expansion Director at EXP.Steve shares what prompted his move, what makes the EXP model different, and why he believes the future of estate agency lies in collaboration, innovation and giving agents more freedom to build businesses on their own terms.The conversation covers the growth of self-employed agents, the power of referral networks, how luxury properties are being marketed on a global stage, and what’s next for the UK and international property market.This is a great listen for anyone interested in property, business growth, modern agency models, and the changing landscape of real estate.In this episode, we cover:Steve Craggs’ journey from Remax to EXPWhy EXP is growing so quickly around the worldWhat makes the EXP business model differentThe role of collaboration and internal referrals in real estate successWhy more agents are moving towards self-employed modelsLuxury property marketing and global showcase opportunitiesSteve’s vision for international expansion and the future of the industrySound bites“Join the surfboard and ride the market momentum.”“EXP agents share 23,000 internal referrals annually.”“EXP is set up so everybody wins, clients and agents.”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Steve Craggs and EXP05:05 Transition from Remax to EXP08:06 Understanding EXP’s Unique Model14:27 The Role of Collaboration in EXP19:25 Why Choose EXP Over Traditional Agents?25:29 Exploring the Luxury Market with EXP28:54 Future Plans for International ExpansionAbout Steve CraggsSteve Craggs is a respected figure in the real estate industry and currently serves as International Expansion Director at EXP. With experience spanning traditional agency, franchising and international property markets, Steve brings a broad perspective on where the industry is heading and why the shift towards collaboration, innovation and agent empowerment is accelerating.Resources and linksConnect with Steve here https://147123865.hs-sites-eu1.com/steve-craggs-meetingSteve Craggs on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/stevecraggsEXP Official Website: https://expworldholdings.com/Glenn Sanford’s work on business model innovation: https://www.amazon.com/Glenn-Sanford/e/B07V4V7V7X

    38 min

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Welcome to The Buffalo Sessions, where we help you build your network so you can increase your income. If you constantly feel like you're not generating enough money through your business and are doing it all on your own, this show is for you. 👋 I'm Jamie Stewart, founder of Circle Networks, a dynamic business community founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs – where we help you build business co