Fresh insights to jump start your week from Cannon Financial Institute's Executive Chairman, Phil Buchanan.
Peace on Earth; is it achievable? Without peace on Earth, can there be goodwill towards men?
In this episode of Monday Morning Mojo, Phil shares the truces of 1914 and 1944. While we can argue at any…
What’s the important skill in wealth management? Listen in to hear Phil unpack this question.
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Pets, especially dogs, can add so much to a family’s life. Research even shows they can be mood lifters. They can increase happiness, reduce stress, and help you feel more secure. They also teach res…
Lessons learned is a process that lasts a lifetime, but don’t keep learning the same lessons.
As you finish out 2022, Phil challenges you to go back and pinpoint two to three things that didn’t go …
On this Monday of Thanksgiving week, it is a tradition that Phil shares his version of the late Furman Bisher’s “I’m Thankful.” In this episode, Phil pauses and gives thanks to all the people and thi…
Curiosity is one of the traits that is a unique differentiator in the best leaders. Curious people are lifelong learners.
What are the other two characteristics that the best leaders have? Listen in …
Veteran’s Day isn’t just a holiday; it’s a time to reflect, remember and honor the service of those who have and are currently serving our country.
In this episode, Phil shares the history of Veteran…
How can something so commonplace be so memorable?
In this episode, Phil shares about a recent event he attended that involved elaborate ice in drinks and as decorations. There were ice sculptures in …
Phil recently found himself drained after listening to a presentation about the interconnectivity of global health. Intellectually, he was engaged, but emotionally, he was fatigued and a little bored…
In this episode, Phil shares two quotes attributable to Mark Twain, the first quote is "it is better to keep your mouth closed and let people think you are a fool than to open it and remove all doubt…
In this episode, Phil reminds us of the value and power of relationships. Nothing will mean more throughout our lives than the relationships we build. He concludes the episode by encouraging us to ch…
In this episode, Phil identifies the many characteristics of genuine leaders while addressing the common mistakes new leaders make as they navigate their new position.
What is relaxed power? The best…
In this episode, Phil shares the importance and value of being a part of a peer group or association. You, your business, and your industry will be better because of it.
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“Live your life as a learning man, not a learned man.” - Ted Ridlehuber
In this episode, Phil cautions about the influence of others’ opinions. Do your own research; be open to new perspectives. That…
One of the hardest things to develop in elite professionals is the simplification of communication.
Be passionate and concise in your explanations. Remove 50% of the complexity in your presentation. …
In this episode, Phil discusses how a scene from the movie Facing the Giants is a metaphor for many business dilemmas.
If you do a and b, and you do both well, your business revenues should grow over…
In being absent, we lose context. We miss things more easily. As a result, our sense of respect for and engagement with others suffers.
In this episode, Phil shares his appreciation of and concern …
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
In this episode, Phil shares how he made lemonade out of lemons. Even when it’s easier to walk away from problems, he encourages us to find an opportunity o…
Have you recently reviewed your brand management processes? To whom do you wish to be seen as professionally attractive? Do your brand strategies and placements fit effectively? Is their aspiration i…
Phil recently had extra time to read, research, and explore things outside his typical purview. Doing so reminded him of why this is so important.
Taking time to expose ourselves to different things …