The Brian Buffini Show

No matter what the market's doing, it's never a bad time for a good idea! In this episode, Tom Patterson shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, from his small-town upbringing, to co-founding Tommy John during the 2008 recession and going on to achieve phenomenal success. YOU WILL LEARN:·     The value of mentorship and personal growth.·     The benefit of identifying opportunity in challenging times.  ·     The importance of a courageous mindset when others are fearful. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: tommyjohn.com The Shawshank Redemption “Die With Zero,” by Bill Perkins NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Perfection is the enemy of good enough.” – Tom Patterson   “I don't believe that people are self-made. I think there's people that make you along the way in different seasons or periods of your life.” – Tom Patterson   “Great companies find ways to win and to build momentum in tough times.” – Tom Patterson   “Be courageous when everybody's fearful.” – Tom Patterson   “Once you stop growing and learning, you start dying.” – Tom Patterson   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Show Notes

No matter what the market's doing, it's never a bad time for a good idea! In this episode, Tom Patterson shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, from his small-town upbringing, to co-founding Tommy John during the 2008 recession and going on to achieve phenomenal success.

 

YOU WILL LEARN:

·     The value of mentorship and personal growth.

·     The benefit of identifying opportunity in challenging times.  

·     The importance of a courageous mindset when others are fearful.

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

 

tommyjohn.com

 

The Shawshank Redemption

 

“Die With Zero,” by Bill Perkins

 

NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

 

“Perfection is the enemy of good enough.” – Tom Patterson  

 

“I don't believe that people are self-made. I think there's people that make you along the way in different seasons or periods of your life.” – Tom Patterson  

 

“Great companies find ways to win and to build momentum in tough times.” – Tom Patterson  

 

“Be courageous when everybody's fearful.” – Tom Patterson  

 

“Once you stop growing and learning, you start dying.” – Tom Patterson  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is The Brian Buffini Show?

Renowned entrepreneur, bestselling author, dynamic speaker, and father of six, Brian Buffini brings sharp insights, practical wisdom, and his signature Irish wit to every conversation. On The Brian Buffini Show, big questions meet real-world solutions. Each episode blends perspective with action, offering principles and tools that help you gain clarity, build confidence, and take meaningful steps toward living your best life.