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Quick Win - Master the Art of Delegation
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is a business leader superpower? It's delegation. This is why it matters and why you should become great at Delegation.Connect with Adam:http...
How's your awareness of your employees? The secrets in this episode.
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership is Awareness. Awareness of Self, Awareness of Others, and Awareness of Business. But, do you have an awareness of your employees' needs...
The Employee Experience with Tiffany Bova
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We always talk about customer experience. But truly, what matters is what comes before that - Employee Experience. Tiffany Bova is the global cust...
Quick Win - Cashflow is King!
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is one of the most important parts of your business you should be worried about EVERY DAY? It's cashflow. How do you
CEO of Sport Clips Edward Logan shares business advice
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the secrets to growing a business to over 1,000 locations and into an empire? CEO of Sport Clips Haircuts Edward Logan shares his perspecti...
The top trends in business and franchising in 2023 with IFA CEO Matt Haller
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Haller, CEO of the International Franchise Association brings it to the table to update us on the latest in business... What are the leading tren...
Quick Win - Never Fear Failure
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What stops you from succeeding? It's the fear of failure. Check out this quick win.
Secrets of a Franchise CEO with Jeremy Morgan
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adam talks to Jeremy Morgan, CEO of WellBiz Brands. They discuss the secrets to being a successful multi-brand CEO as well as how to run a small bus...
Mind your Mindset with Michael Hyatt
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's killing your ability to succeed? What is standing in your way to happiness? The science behind mindset and how your brain works is a fascin...
Quick Win: Have you ever said "I didn't have time?" Here's what that means...
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Quick Win! Have you ever said "I didn't have time?" Sorry, but that's a copout. What you are truly trying to say is that you didn't make the tim...
5 Small Business Secrets for 2023
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I have done some research and here are 5 small business secrets for 2023 that I have uncovered. This is a great way to ensure you are up the right t...
What is a Franchise with Dr. Ben Litalien. Part 2 of 2
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Guest Intro/Bio Dr. Ben Litalien is the Founder & Principal of Franchise Well, a consulting practice dedicated to the improvement and enhancement...
Quick Win - Best way to make meetings productive.
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's the best way to get things done in a meeting? Adam discusses his process for making meetings productive in this Quick Win. Here's a clue - ...
What is Franchising with Dr. Ben Litalien Part 1 of 2
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Guest Intro/Bio Dr. Ben Litalien is the Founder & Principal of Franchise Well, a consulting practice dedicated to the improvement and enhancement...
Franchise Marketing with Madeleine Zook
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marketing is incredibly important in business and franchising. Madeleine Zook dives deep in to how franchises market, key points on customer experie...
Quick Win - What do customers want? They want video!
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do customers want? They want to see you. This quick win explains how to connect with your customers the best! Connect with Adam:https://www...
What would an investor do? Interview with Real Estate fund manager Steven Pesavento
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What would an investor do? An interview with Steven Pesavento Host of The Investor Mindset Podcast and active investor who curates Commercial Real E...
You're not going to believe what happened on my trip to the DMV.
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I had to go to the DMV, and thought... this is going to take my whole day, ugh ☹. If this is the way you feel about going to the DMV, then you will ...
Quick Win: Compare Yourself To Yourself
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We will never get better if we compare ourselves to others. Progress only comes from setting our own benchmarks and comparing ourselves to... OURSELVE...
Discover the Secrets to Unlocking Personal & Business Growth + Winning Happiness
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Want to find ways to grow and be happy? Do you feel like you're losing in life or business? Are you looking for a way to identify and create wins? ...
Franchise Talk and Employee Engagement Insight with Attorney/Author Andrew Sherman
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered exactly what a Franchise is? We dig deep in to the difference between a license agreement in a business and a franchise in th...
Quick Win: Your Attitude Leads To Your Success
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your attitude means a great deal as a leader. How do you come across when you walk in a room? Are you smiling, frowning, looking angry? Your attitude ...
Franchise Expert Kim Daly shares her knowledge about growing a business 2 of 2
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder about how franchising works and the secrets of franchising? In this episode of Start With a Win, we talk to franchise expert Kim Daly abou...
Franchise Expert Kim Daly shares her knowledge about growing a business 1 of 2
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Start With a Win, we talk to franchise expert Kim Daly about franchising, business growth, and overcoming challenges in life. ...
Quick Win: Stop Complaining, Find Opportunities!
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a lot of complainers in your life? Is it preventing you from getting stuff done? Take a moment and don't consider them as complaints—ins...
Follow the Playbook: Systems for Sustainability with Ernesto Mandowsky
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Systems engineer Ernesto Mandowsky is the CEO of CPD Advisors where he helps founders and leaders scale their organizations. His passion is in working...
How to Handle Conflict with Confidence with Zach Schaefer
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For many people, conflict in the workplace is something to avoid at all costs. For Dr. Zach Schaefer, he sees an opportunity to grow. Zach has honed h...
Quick Win: Party With The Beast
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Internal fear, which I like to call "the beast," is what often stops people from accomplishing their goals. This beast's goal is to create fear, doubt...
Staying Focused in the Age of Information Overload
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Americans today encounter up to 10,000 advertisements per day. With limitless information and endless options for distractions at our fingertips, many...
No One Succeeds Without a Team with Karl Mecklenburg
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former All Pro Linebacker for the Denver Broncos Karl Mecklenburg applies the lessons he learned from football to all areas of life. As an inspiration...
Quick Win: If You Want To Fix Your Business, Fix Yourself!
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Want to fix your business? You've got to fix everything else first! Our lives are interconnected—personal, financial, health, relationships—so in ...
Choose Positivity, Choose Success with Jon Gordon
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Think positive. Seems simple enough. Best-selling author and speaker Jon Gordon champions the power of positive thinking in his numerous books and lea...
Are You Uncomfortable? Good! with Wylie McGraw
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former star pitcher, competitive bull rider, and combat veteran Wylie McGraw lives every day in peak performance mode. By intentionally putting himsel...
Quick Win: How Often Should You Eat?
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Food is energy and power for your brain and focus to get things done. Get some protein-packed snacks and plug them in between meals. This will power y...
5 Trends Business Leaders Need to Follow in 2023
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This might surprise you, but the priorities of successful leaders in 2023 aren’t simply increasing revenue and productivity. While these are certain...
The AI Revolution is Here: Harnessing the Competitive Advantage of Human Connection with Jon LoDuca
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the age of artificial intelligence, how can entrepreneurs offer products and services that hold value beyond what a machine is capable of providing...
Quick Win: Write it Down, Get it Done.
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever get to the end of your day, feeling like you accomplished nothing? Adam shares an easy way to focus on productivity, using notecards with ...
Fuel Yourself With Joy with Amanda Gore part 2
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 with dynamic speaker and business leadership coach Amanda Gore, she offers heart-centered advice for building impactful relationships in bus...
Fuel Yourself With Joy with Amanda Gore Part 1
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the point of achieving your goals if you’re miserable doing so? With decades of experience helping organizations build dynamic teams center...
Quick Win: F.O.C.U.S.
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
F.O.C.U.S. Follow One Course Until Successful. Focus on what you need to get done and put 100% of your effort into the task at hand!Connect with Adam:...
Dynamic Duos: Empowered Executives and Aligned Assistants with Adam Hergenrother and Hallie Warner
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite the challenges for entrepreneurs created by the pandemic, many businesses have experienced explosive growth in the past few years. When organi...
Owning Your Mistakes
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Business is all about relationships. It requires give and take, especially when everything doesn’t go according to plan. Much like a bank account, w...
Quick Win: When is the Last Time you Said Thank You?
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People are hungry for personal attention and appreciation. So it's important for you as a leader to intentionally take time to tell people THANK YOU f...
Monetize Your Dreams with Pat Flynn Part 2
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every successful entrepreneur asks the question, “How do I differentiate my product or services?” In a world where infinite information is availab...
Monetize Your Dreams with Pat Flynn Part 1
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a trailblazer and respected leader in the entrepreneurial world, Pat Flynn has spent over a decade navigating the highs and lows of running his own...
Quick Win: Don't Just Set a Goal
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Don't just set goals. If you want to actually accomplish your goals, you have to go a step further and also set the steps, accomplishment benchmarks a...
Overcoming Odds to Becoming a Top Performer with Quintavius “Q” Burdette
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As one of seventeen children growing up in Mississippi, Quintavius “Q” Burdette learned at an early age that nothing was going to be handed to him...
Leadership Training in the NFL Part 2 with Heath Evans
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having played for one of the greatest coaches in NFL history as a New England Patriot, Heath Evans knows a little something about strong leadership. W...
Start With a Win’s Holiday Office Party
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just as it should be for the holiday season, the whole crew is here! Listeners are invited to the office Christmas party where Adam and his team kick ...
Quick Win: Deliver Results In A Positive Manner
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't focus on looking for positive or negative—look for results! You will actually discover more positives when you are looking for results.Connect...
Leadership Training in the NFL Part 1 with Heath Evans
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Even as a child, Heath Evans knew what his future was going to look like—he believed in his dreams of becoming an NFL player and eventually being on...
Utilizing a Growth Mindset: Win When They Say You Won’t with Daphne E. Jones
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Raised by immigrants who came to America to pursue the dream, Daphne received one message at home and a very different message in school. In school, s...
Quick Win: What is willpower?
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is willpower? Focus + Energy = Willpower! It's focusing on the task at hand without getting distracted and how engaged and excited you are about ...
Riding the Waves of Chaos Through Inspired Leadership with Hamza Khan
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hamza Khan believes the hardest months of the pandemic, March through May of 2020, were a portal into a new world—one that required leaders and mana...
Revisited: Real Talk and Thankfulness with Adam and Kelly Contos
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Start With A Win podcast, we are joined by Kelly Contos, which gave Mark the perfect opportunity to practice his game show host...
Quick Win: Where Does Energy Come From?
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Physical energy comes from three places: nutrition, hydration and movement. If we want to show up and continue to be our best self both in our profess...
How to Achieve Measurable Gains Using the 4 Disciplines of Execution
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Business school classrooms and boardrooms alike are stacked with strategies for maximizing business success. But truly effective business models move ...
Setting Expectations to Prevent Miscommunication with Kelly Contos
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The majority of challenges business owners face can be boiled down to a lack of communication surrounding expectations. One way to troubleshoot issues...
Quick Win: Accountability Creates Results
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want better results? Here's the secret: Get accountable! Accountability causes action with intention, and that creates results.Connect with Adam:https...
Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life with Noah St. John
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many popular self-help books promote the use of affirmations to help people change unhealthy thoughts and behaviors. Dr. Noah St. John has spent the l...
Busy vs. Productive: Tips for Successful Time Management
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is busy, but not everyone is productive. Time is a precious resource that many squander away on social media or mindless entertainment. Rathe...
Quick Win: Better Choices Lead To Better Choices
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How 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...
1% Better Every Day: Embracing Failure to Achieve Gains with Rick Hogg
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A lifetime of dedication to greatness has earned Army Veteran and entrepreneur Rick Hogg a multitude of accolades. As owner of War Hogg Tactical, Inc....
Transforming Fear into Power with Adam Hill
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As CEO of a 4th generation family business, elite triathlete and author Adam Hill has led his century-old family company through economic, cultural, a...
Quick Win: Celebrate Your Team Wins
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Never miss an opportunity to celebrate wins with your teams! Studies show the top thing employees want from their employers is to feel appreciated. So...
Humble and Hopeful: A Young CEO’s Guide to a Balanced Life with Steven Izen
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The 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 trut...
The World is NOT Ending! How to Thrive During an Economic Downturn
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The world is changing at lightning speed. The media seems to only offer discouraging news about the current economic situation. While it is natural fo...
Quick Win: Next Play
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Next play.Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram...
Resilient Leadership: Promoting Wellness in the C-Suite with Caren Kenney
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why 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-auth...
How to Hire Better and Level-Up Your Team with Kurt Wilkin, Co-Founder of HireBetter
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kurt Wilkin is a trusted advisor for high-growth, middle-market companies as founder and managing partner of Bee Cave Capital and Co-Founder of HireBe...
Quick Win: Be a Sponge
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Be a sponge!Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagr...
Systems, Habits and Disciplines to Accelerate Growth with Patrick Thean
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Thean is an international speaker, CEO coach and serial entrepreneur—and a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. With his bo...
Values-Driven Leadership with Brendan P. Keegan
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brendan P. Keegan is CEO of Merchants, a company that provides customized fleet management and fleet leasing solutions to a wide range of businesses. ...
Quick Win: What Fuels Your leadership?
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a leader, what are you doing to build yourself—meaning your health, happiness, sleep, hydration, etc.? You are the one who fuels your leadership,...
Nobody is Born a Leader
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders are not born, they are built through ongoing leadership development and learning the soft skills of leadership. Adam explores how this looks b...
Leadership Tactics Part 2 with Sergeant Major Kyle Lamb
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sergeant 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 confl...
Quick Win: How to Get Above Average Results
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If 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:htt...
Leadership Tactics Part 1 with Sergeant Major Kyle Lamb
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sergeant 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 confl...
How to Communicate with Extreme Clarity with Debra Jasper
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
International speaker, Debra Jasper, is the founder of Mindset Digital, which is a digital transformation company that provides in-depth training, str...
Quick Win: There is no Easy Button in Life or Business
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No easy button for business or life, however the EASIER button is to deploy leadership for yourself and for others.Connect with Adam:https://www.start...
Building a Life of Consistency with Mike O’Hearn
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike O’Hearn is a bodybuilder, personal trainer, actor, model and community ambassador. He holds four Mr. Universe titles and was voted one of the t...
200th Episode Celebration
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy 200th Episode, Win Nation! Join Adam and Producer Mark as they reminisce on some of their favorite moments and favorite guests of the last coupl...
Quick Win: What Are People Really Buying?
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What 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 t...
The Art of Badassery with Jennifer Cassetta
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Cassetta is a nationally recognized motivational speaker and empowerment coach with a third-degree black belt in Hapkido and a master’s deg...
Growing a Business Through Building Relationships with Gary Mauris, Dominion Lending Centres
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adam is joined by Gary Mauris the co-founder, president and CEO of Dominion Lending Centres, the leading mortgage company in Canada. Gary shares about...
Quick Win: Leaders Create Other Leaders
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders 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...
How Technology is Driving the Future of Franchising with Dave Liniger
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There 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 we...
Developing a Team Mentality with Scott “The Sheriff” Parker, NHL Stanley Cup Champion
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scott 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 h...
Quick Win: The Two Most Important Times of the Day for Business Leaders
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The 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...
From Start-Up to Seven Figures: A Conversation with Lindsay Pinchuk
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lindsay Pinchuk is a former high-powered magazine publishing executive turned business owner and leader. She is the founder of Bump Club and Beyond ...
Create Winning Systems in Your Business with Misty Lown
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Misty Lown is the founder, president, and energized force behind More Than Just Great Dancing, a licensed dance studio affiliation program that has a ...
Quick Win: Are You an Order Taker or a Deal Maker?
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are 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 ...
The Two Most Important Hours of the Day
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In 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 e...
Become a Lifelong Learner with Dave Liniger - Part 2
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Quick Win: Overcoming the True Enemy
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When 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 ...
How to Lead with Transparency and Cultivate Confidence with Dave Liniger - Part 1
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
The Power of Love in Leadership with Monty Moran, former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Monty 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 fo...
Quick Win: Why Are So Many People Terrible At Sales?
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why 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 d...
The Five Steps to Overcoming Adversity
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Giordano is a top real estate agent, business consultant, renowned international speaker and owner of four successful businesses. He is a nationa...
What’s Next?
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In 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 ...