Start With A Win
464 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 155 ratingsEvery day you have a choice. You can wake up and choose to give in to mediocrity and complacency, you can choose bad habits and poor choices, and you can do the bare minimum to get by and fly under the radar. Or you can choose to make today the day that sets you apart from the crowd, you can choose to start doing the right things, the things that will set you up for success. You can choose to create a life that is worth living, worth waking up to, and worth sharing with the world around you. Today You can choose to start with a win.
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How to Achieve Measurable Gains Using the 4 Disciplines of Execution
November 16, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 20.3 MBBusiness school classrooms and boardrooms alike are stacked with strategies for maximizing business success. But truly effective business models move beyond powerful planning into efficient execution. Franklin Covey—a global company that trains businesses in leadership development and individual effectiveness—teaches four major disciplines that help companies maximize execution. The first discipline is about focusing on what is most important. Narrowing the focus allows people to ...
Setting Expectations to Prevent Miscommunication with Kelly Contos
November 09, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBThe majority of challenges business owners face can be boiled down to a lack of communication surrounding expectations. One way to troubleshoot issues in business and personal relationships is by setting the stage with clear expectations for time commitments, scenarios, outcomes and goals. By providing clarity through helpful boundaries, business leaders can give their employees and customers more confidence and direction when it comes to production, collaboration, and the overall s...
Quick Win: Accountability Creates Results
November 04, 2022 11:00 - 35 seconds - 724 KBWant better results? Here's the secret: Get accountable! Accountability causes action with intention, and that creates results. Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life with Noah St. John
November 02, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBMany popular self-help books promote the use of affirmations to help people change unhealthy thoughts and behaviors. Dr. Noah St. John has spent the last 25 years teaching a different and more effective approach. Instead of using a disempowering “I am” statement that the brain immediately recognizes as false, he directs people to ask an empowering question that exemplifies who they want to be. By asking a question, the brain becomes engaged in finding the answer, thus creating a pla...
Busy vs. Productive: Tips for Successful Time Management
October 26, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBEveryone is busy, but not everyone is productive. Time is a precious resource that many squander away on social media or mindless entertainment. Rather than being the victim of time, successful people view time as a currency which can be used intentionally to accomplish daily goals. In order to gain clarity on how to most effectively use time, leaders and entrepreneurs must learn the value of saying no. Saying no to some opportunities frees up resources so that people can say yes t...
Quick Win: Better Choices Lead To Better Choices
October 21, 2022 11:00 - 1 minute - 1.18 MBHow can we get to the results we want? It's simple. Better choices lead to better choices! And the more good choices you make, the better your results will be! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
1% Better Every Day: Embracing Failure to Achieve Gains with Rick Hogg
October 19, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 28.2 MBA lifetime of dedication to greatness has earned Army Veteran and entrepreneur Rick Hogg a multitude of accolades. As owner of War Hogg Tactical, Inc., co-author of The Firearms Training Notebook: 1% Better Everyday, and founder of In Honor of Duco Project, Rick proves himself a superachiever by setting an example of excellence. Instead of being defined by his rank or position, Rick defines himself by his core values and encourages those in leadership positions to do the same. He h...
Transforming Fear into Power with Adam Hill
October 12, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBAs CEO of a 4th generation family business, elite triathlete and author Adam Hill has led his century-old family company through economic, cultural, and leadership changes on the path to long term sustainability. After overcoming more than a decade of alcoholism and unhealthy life habits, Adam transformed his inner fear and anxiety disorder into a superpower. Today he is a highly sought after international speaker and Amazon bestselling author of Shifting Gears: From Anxiety and Add...
Quick Win: Celebrate Your Team Wins
October 07, 2022 11:00 - 53 seconds - 1.06 MBNever miss an opportunity to celebrate wins with your teams! Studies show the top thing employees want from their employers is to feel appreciated. So be sure to give a few shoutouts during your next team meeting! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
Humble and Hopeful: A Young CEO’s Guide to a Balanced Life with Steven Izen
October 05, 2022 11:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBThe journey of life is made up of highs and lows, pain and joy, challenges and triumphs. Even at a young age, Steven Izen came to understand this truth that connects all humans. The key to success is figuring out how to find balance in all of life’s extremes. Out of this concept, Steven created his brand Lokai. Lokai bracelets serve as a reminder to stay humble on the mountain peaks of life and hopeful in the valleys. More than simply offering consumers an excellent product, Lokai’s...
The World is NOT Ending! How to Thrive During an Economic Downturn
September 28, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBThe world is changing at lightning speed. The media seems to only offer discouraging news about the current economic situation. While it is natural for some businesses to suffer during these times, many will actually thrive. Adam discusses strategies for achieving health and happiness in the midst of challenging shifts in the economic cycle. First and foremost, people need to take care of their own wellbeing before they can engage in positive relationships with others. When personal...
Quick Win: Next Play
September 23, 2022 11:00 - 46 seconds - 953 KBNext play. Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
Resilient Leadership: Promoting Wellness in the C-Suite with Caren Kenney
September 21, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBWhy are up to 70% of the world’s CEOs considering quitting their jobs? According to Caren Kenney, CEO and Founder of Evolve Leadership and co-author of the book Leading with Character: 10 Minutes a Day to a Brilliant Legacy, most of the world’s C-Suite executives are not trained in sustainable practices for overall wellness. Observing this need, Caren combined her passion for leadership and mental health to create developmental programs that support all aspects of the individual’s ...
How to Hire Better and Level-Up Your Team with Kurt Wilkin, Co-Founder of HireBetter
September 14, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 23.5 MBKurt Wilkin is a trusted advisor for high-growth, middle-market companies as founder and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital and Co-Founder of HireBetter. With a passion for growth and a hard-earned, proven set of tools in his toolbox, Wilkin works with other entrepreneurs and CEOs to help them escape the start-up mindset and achieve next-level success. His debut book, Who’s Your Mike? A No-Bullshit Guide to the People You’ll Meet on Your Entrepreneurial Journey, Kurt reveals how...
Quick Win: Be a Sponge
September 09, 2022 11:00 - 50 seconds - 1.01 MBBe a sponge! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
Systems, Habits and Disciplines to Accelerate Growth with Patrick Thean
September 07, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 29.5 MBPatrick Thean is an international speaker, CEO coach and serial entrepreneur—and a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. With his book Rhythm: How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth, Thean shares a simple system for encouraging teams to execute better and faster. Main Topics Patrick’s journey as a young entrepreneur, leading his first company to #151 on the Inc. 5000 list and how to avoid failing as a CEO (2:25) Patrick’s system for measuring ...
Values-Driven Leadership with Brendan P. Keegan
August 31, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 29.3 MBBrendan P. Keegan is CEO of Merchants, a company that provides customized fleet management and fleet leasing solutions to a wide range of businesses. He is an award-winning six-time president and chief executive officer, leading companies ranging from 500 to 10,000 employees. Brendan is currently leading Merchants to be an industry disruptor in the transportation industry, making a string of bold commitments toward sustainability Main Topics The everyday life and role of a CEO and...
Quick Win: What Fuels Your leadership?
August 26, 2022 11:00 - 42 seconds - 884 KBAs a leader, what are you doing to build yourself—meaning your health, happiness, sleep, hydration, etc.? You are the one who fuels your leadership, so you have to be sure to take care of you! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
Nobody is Born a Leader
August 24, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBLeaders are not born, they are built through ongoing leadership development and learning the soft skills of leadership. Adam explores how this looks both in the corporate world as well as entrepreneur leaders. Main Topics The evolution of the Mark and Adam’s facial hair (0:30) How the economy boom of 2015-2020 impacted leadership development and how money flow hides the need for leadership (3:39) The definition of a leader and how to develop yourself as a leader (9:55) The th...
Leadership Tactics Part 2 with Sergeant Major Kyle Lamb
August 17, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 23.7 MBSergeant Major Kyle Lamb spent over 21 years in the United States Army, with 15 years of that time with Delta Force. He has participated in many conflicts, including Desert Storm, Bosnia, Iraq, as well as in the battle made famous by the movie Black Hawk Down in Somalia. Sergeant Major Lamb is the Founder and President of Viking Tactics, a tactical training and tactical gear business. He has also written a number of books, including his latest Leadership in the Shadows. Main Topics...
Quick Win: How to Get Above Average Results
August 12, 2022 11:00 - 52 seconds - 1.05 MBIf you're tired of average results, you have to go above and beyond in order to achieve the above average results you're seeking! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
Leadership Tactics Part 1 with Sergeant Major Kyle Lamb
August 10, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 25.2 MBSergeant Major Kyle Lamb spent over 21 years in the United States Army, with 15 years of that time with Delta Force. He has participated in many conflicts, including Desert Storm, Bosnia, Iraq, as well as in the battle made famous by the movie Black Hawk Down in Somalia. Sergeant Major Lamb is the Founder and President of Viking Tactics, a tactical training and tactical gear business. He has also written a number of books, including his latest Leadership in the Shadows. Main Topics...
How to Communicate with Extreme Clarity with Debra Jasper
August 03, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 27.1 MBInternational speaker, Debra Jasper, is the founder of Mindset Digital, which is a digital transformation company that provides in-depth training, strategy and consulting to companies around the world. She serves as a Faculty Fellow at Ohio State University and has been named one of the top 12 Winning Women entrepreneurs in North America by Ernst & Young. Main Topics How COVID-19 impacted our work in the digital world and the need for extreme clarity in our communication (02:00) ...
Quick Win: There is no Easy Button in Life or Business
July 29, 2022 11:00 - 51 seconds - 1.03 MBNo easy button for business or life, however the EASIER button is to deploy leadership for yourself and for others. Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
Building a Life of Consistency with Mike O’Hearn
July 27, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 27.9 MBMike O’Hearn is a bodybuilder, personal trainer, actor, model and community ambassador. He holds four Mr. Universe titles and was voted one of the twelve greatest physiques of all time by the fitness industry. Mike is a true champion and well-rounded athlete who has graced over 500 fitness covers. Main Topics How Mike got the title “The Titan” and what it means to him (01:24) The importance of living with intentionality and being all in on what you’re doing in order to achieve yo...
200th Episode Celebration
July 20, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 28.1 MBHappy 200th Episode, Win Nation! Join Adam and Producer Mark as they reminisce on some of their favorite moments and favorite guests of the last couple of years! Adam’s Top 3 Favorites: Ep. 183 Excuses are the Killers of Leaders with Don Yaeger Ep. 163 Life is Not a Spectator Sport with General Martin E. Dempsey Ep. 129 The Journey to Self-Awareness with Dr. Tasha Eurich Producer Mark’s Top 3 Favorites: Ep. 165 Transform Overthinking From a Super Problem to a Superpower with J...
Quick Win: What Are People Really Buying?
July 15, 2022 11:00 - 48 seconds - 1000 KBWhat are people really buying? It's not just a product or service—it's a desired outcome! So when thinking about your customers, sell to them with their desired outcome in mind. Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
The Art of Badassery with Jennifer Cassetta
July 13, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 27 MBJennifer Cassetta is a nationally recognized motivational speaker and empowerment coach with a third-degree black belt in Hapkido and a master’s degree in nutrition. Over the past two decades, she has helped tens of thousands of women feel strong, safe, and powerful from college campuses to corporations. Her keynotes and trainings guide women to tap into their innate power, speak up against predatory behavior, and level up their mind, body, and spiritual well-being. Main Topics Ho...
Growing a Business Through Building Relationships with Gary Mauris, Dominion Lending Centres
July 06, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 28.4 MBAdam is joined by Gary Mauris the co-founder, president and CEO of Dominion Lending Centres, the leading mortgage company in Canada. Gary shares about his entrepreneurial journey to starting DLC through building relationships, humility and creating a loyal customer base. Gary Mauris is the co-founder and President & CEO of Dominion Lending Centres; CEO of Mortgage Centre Canada; and Chairman of Mortgage Architects. Together, these companies account for almost 40% of all broker orig...
Quick Win: Leaders Create Other Leaders
July 01, 2022 11:00 - 53 seconds - 1.06 MBLeaders create other leaders. They lead with presence and with clarity. Leading isn't a title—it's the action that you are taking to lead people and create new leaders! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
How Technology is Driving the Future of Franchising with Dave Liniger
June 29, 2022 11:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBThere are more than 750,000 franchises in the United States, meaning that more than 10% of American businesses are part of the franchise model. Adam welcomes back Dave Liniger to talk all about franchising and how technology is likely to be one of the biggest drivers of the industry moving forward. Dave Liniger started RE/MAX in 1973, and it has become the largest real estate company in the world with a record year in 2021. He also runs a private equity company, Area15 Ventures, f...
Developing a Team Mentality with Scott “The Sheriff” Parker, NHL Stanley Cup Champion
June 22, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 26.9 MBScott Parker is a former professional ice hockey right winger who played for the San Jose Sharks and the Colorado Avalanche in the NHL. Scott earned his nickname, "The Sheriff,” from his reputation as a feared fighter and enforcer. In 2006, Parker and his wife Francesca, started a charity called "Parker's Platoon.” Parker’s Platoon is dedicated to helping military veterans and retired professional athletes who deal with PTSD and traumatic brain and body injuries. The conversation...
Quick Win: The Two Most Important Times of the Day for Business Leaders
June 17, 2022 11:00 - 57 seconds - 1.15 MBThe two most important hours of your day are actually the two most important things you can work on in your business: Client Hour and Content Hour. So build these into your calendar, and stick to it! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/
From Start-Up to Seven Figures: A Conversation with Lindsay Pinchuk
June 15, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 26.3 MBLindsay Pinchuk is a former high-powered magazine publishing executive turned business owner and leader. She is the founder of Bump Club and Beyond --- a community of resources, support, and educational tools for millions of parents and parents-to-be across the country. In year one, she turned a profit, and then grew her company to a 7-figure revenue each year and her community to over 3 million users. Less than a decade later, she led her company through the acquisition of a larg...
Create Winning Systems in Your Business with Misty Lown
June 08, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBMisty Lown is the founder, president, and energized force behind More Than Just Great Dancing, a licensed dance studio affiliation program that has a positive impact on over 100,000 dance students around the globe each week. She is a sought-after speaker and business leader. She has been recognized as “Teacher of the Year” by Eclipse, “Outstanding Businesswoman of the Year” by the YWCA, as well as many others. She is also the author of One Small Yes an Amazon #1 Bestseller. Misty s...
Find Freedom Through Systems in Your Business with Misty Lown
June 08, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBMisty Lown is the founder, president, and energized force behind More Than Just Great Dancing, a licensed dance studio affiliation program that has a positive impact on over 100,000 dance students around the globe each week. She is a sought-after speaker and business leader. She has been recognized as “Teacher of the Year” by Eclipse, “Outstanding Businesswoman of the Year” by the YWCA, as well as many others. She is also the author of One Small Yes an Amazon #1 Bestseller. Misty s...
Quick Win: Are You an Order Taker or a Deal Maker?
June 03, 2022 11:00 - 58 seconds - 1.16 MBAre you an order taker or a deal maker? If you're always in business and always waiting for something to happen, you're an order taker. But those who are out there, growing their business and making things happen—they're the deal makers! It's up to you to decide if you're going to be an order taker or a deal maker! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ ...
The Two Most Important Hours of the Day
June 01, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode of Start With A Win, Adam is joined by Producer Mark to talk about the two most important hours in the day for any business owner or entrepreneur: Client Hour and Content Hour. When it comes to sales, there are two types of people: order takers and order makers. An order taker is someone who expects the business to happen and to have sales dropped in their lap. They often get their sales leads from those “lead fairies” like web forms and lead-generating companies. ...
Become a Lifelong Learner with Dave Liniger - Part 2
May 25, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 33 MBDave Liniger started RE/MAX in 1973, and it has become the largest real estate company in the world with a record year in 2021. He also runs a private equity company, Area15 Ventures, focused on emerging franchisors and high-growth businesses. Dave and Adam pick up their conversation from last week by talking about the importance of being a lifelong learner. Dave shares how the early days of building RE/MAX began a pattern of lifelong learning that he’s carried on throughout his en...
Quick Win: Overcoming the True Enemy
May 20, 2022 11:00 - 50 seconds - 1 MBWhen facing a challenge, the enemy is not what's actually in front of us, it's how we FEEL about what we have to overcome. What is the solution? Make a plan, execute that plan, and overcome that enemy! Connect with Adam: startwithawin.com/ facebook.com/REMAXAdamContos twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos instagram.com/REMAXadamcontos/
How to Lead with Transparency and Cultivate Confidence with Dave Liniger - Part 1
May 18, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 28.4 MBDave Liniger started RE/MAX in 1973, and it has become the largest real estate company in the world with a record year in 2021. He also runs a private equity company, Area15 Ventures, focused on emerging franchisors and high-growth businesses. Dave’s experience in business and leadership is extensive and diverse—from four tours in Vietnam to owning and running a NASCAR team to building dozens of companies over the years. So he understands what it takes to start and grow a successfu...
The Power of Love in Leadership with Monty Moran, former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill
May 11, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 32.1 MBMonty Moran is the former co-CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill. Prior to joining Chipotle, he was head of litigation and CEO at a Denver-based law firm for ten years. Most recently, Monty realized his lifelong dream of becoming a pilot, and flies his airplane throughout the United States to pursue his interest in better understanding and serving Americans, a quest he documents through his startup, Old Tale Productions. He is also the author of the book Love is Free. Guac is Extra: H...
Quick Win: Why Are So Many People Terrible At Sales?
May 06, 2022 12:00 - 49 seconds - 1.62 MBWhy are some people terrible at sales? The truth is they skip the first, and maybe most important step: Building relationships. People don't want to do business with someone they don't trust. And relationships are the conduits to trust. So build those bridges, build those relationships, and the sales will happen. Connect with Adam: startwithawin.com/ facebook.com/REMAXAdamContos twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos instagram.com/REMAXadamcontos/
The Five Steps to Overcoming Adversity
May 04, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 33.9 MBTony Giordano is a top real estate agent, business consultant, renowned international speaker and owner of four successful businesses. He is a national and international best-selling author of the books 'the social agent,’ which teaches clients, and sales professionals the correct ways to integrate online presence and grow their business. Tony is also passionate about helping others find success through his company, R.I.S.E. Coaching. Adam and Tony talk about overcoming adversity a...
What’s Next?
April 27, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode of Start With A Win, Adam Contos and Producer Mark dive into the subject of change and how to decide what’s next when life presents you with new opportunities. Adam is in the midst of his own season of change after making the decision to leave his role as CEO of RE/MAX. Whether change happened to you or you’ve made the decision, change is an opportunity. But that doesn’t mean you should jump at every single opportunity that comes your way. Adam shares his own proc...
QuickWin: Do You Focus On The Right Things?
April 22, 2022 12:00 - 46 seconds - 1.53 MBWhat's the best way to get things done in your life? Focus on what you can control and control what you focus on. When you make a conscious effort to control your focus, you can control what we get done! Connect with Adam: startwithawin.com/ facebook.com/REMAXAdamContos twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos instagram.com/REMAXadamcontos/
The Hardcore Closer Part 2 with Ryan Stewman
April 20, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 26.3 MBIn this two-part episode of Start With A Win, we are joined by Ryan Stewman, the CEO of Hardcore Closer, an online learning resource for salespeople, including topics like advertising, marketing, funnel, sales and social media. His online courses have everything you need in order to start marketing your business online and crushing your competitors. Part two picks up the conversation between Adam and Ryan where he talks about the importance of not only leading in the business world...
The Hardcore Closer Part 1 with Ryan Stewman
April 13, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 22.4 MBRyan Stewman is a genius loan officer turned rogue Internet marketer. He is the CEO of Hardcore Closer, an online learning resource for salespeople, including topics like advertising, marketing, funnel, sales and social media. His online courses have everything you need in order to start marketing your business online and crushing your competitors. But his success did not come easily. Ryan likes to say that he is a prime example of what’s possible in America. He was adopted as a b...
QuickWin: Work on Your Business Instead of in Your Business
April 08, 2022 11:00 - 1 minute - 2.31 MBOne of the biggest challenges faced by those who are running a business is that they are often spending more time working in than business instead of on the business. You should be hiring people to do the day-to-day tasks of the business while you are scaling the results of your business—finding more markets, more price per transaction or more customers. Work on your business, not in your business! Connect with Adam: startwithawin.com/ facebook.com/REMAXAdamContos twitter.com/RE...
Leaders Run Toward the Problem
April 06, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes - 23 MBRex Tibbens is the president and CEO of Frontdoor which is the parent company to several home warranty brands, including American Home Shield. He is former chief operating officer of Lyft and the former vice president at Amazon, where he led the technical and product development of Prime Now, Amazon’s one-hour delivery service. Now, he is bringing his former tech leadership into the traditionally lower-tech home warranty industry. Adam and Rex open the conversation by talking about...