Start With A Win

QuickWin: Do You Focus On The Right Things?

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What'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 ...

The Hardcore Closer Part 2 with Ryan Stewman

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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, ...

The Hardcore Closer Part 1 with Ryan Stewman

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Stewman is a genius loan officer turned rogue Internet marketer. He is the CEO of Hardcore Closer, an online learning resource for salespeople, i...

QuickWin: Work on Your Business Instead of in Your Business

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One 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 ...

Leaders Run Toward the Problem

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rex Tibbens is the president and CEO of Frontdoor which is the parent company to several home warranty brands, including American Home Shield. He is f...

Leadership is a Relay Race

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After nearly 20 years with RE/MAX, and four years as the CEO, Adam Contos is turning the page on a successful chapter of his life. In this very specia...

QuickWin: Don't Try To Impress, Try To Be Impressed

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're trying to impress someone when you first meet them, the truth is you're about it all wrong! The key is actually to be impressed BY THEM! Ask...

Excuses are the Killers of Leaders with Don Yaeger

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don Yaeger is a nationally acclaimed inspirational speaker, longtime Associate Editor of Sports Illustrated, author of over 30 books—eleven of which...

Leveling Up with Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour is a former police officer and Marine, and she is America’s first African-American female combat pilot. After serving t...

QuickWin: The Three "A" Questions

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ask yourself these three questions each day, and it will no doubt set you up for success in your day!Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ ...

3 Ways to Build Trust

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

According to a study done by Newsweek and Brand Spark a couple years ago, RE/MAX agents are the most trusted by Americans. Based on the data, consumer...

Developing Habits to Achieve Your Dreams with Colonel Chris Hadfield

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Referred to as “the most famous astronaut since Neil Armstrong,” Colonel Chris Hadfield became a household name as the first Canadian commander of...

QuickWin: How Do We Get Better?

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We get better by changing and growing! If you want to get better, make growing and changing as natural as breathing. Accept change, accept growth, and...

Elevating People by Creating Workspaces of the Future

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As a founder and the CEO of Vari, Jason McCann’s mission is to help companies create environments that elevate people. Jason co-founded VariDesk in ...

How to Become More Productive by Becoming More Focused

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s easy to lose focus with so much going on in the world today—between social media, streaming and the constant influx of news. We have so much ...

Quick Win: When You Lead, You Influence

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you lead, you influence. So that means it's crucial that you take your role seriously as a leader!Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com...

Take Back Your Time Through Organization

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ría, the Founder and CEO of RíOrganize, is a SoCal native who is loving life in Texas as a wife, mother, and business owner. She's always had a knac...

Information is Currency: A Conversation with RISMedia Founder & CEO John Featherston

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

John Featherston launched RISMedia in 1980, and it has since become the leader in real estate information, servicing more than 500,000 of the resident...

QuickWin: What Creates Unstoppable Results?

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

Vulnerability in Life and in Business

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Reese is the founder and CEO of VA Claims Insider, and he is one of the world's leading experts in veteran benefits. Through his company, he’s...

Put Your People First

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam talks with Ryan Estis about the importance of employee well-being and how it can impact the long-term succes...

Quick Win: What Are The Two Magic A-Words?

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adam shares how employing these two simple, magic A-words can help you see results in your life!Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ http...

How to De-Crapify Work and Make Time to Think

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam talks to Juliet Funt, the founder and CEO of The Juliet Funt Group, an efficiency training firm. Juliet and ...

5 Ways to Start 2022 With A Win

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time to kick off 2022, and Adam Contos is here to help you make it one of your best years yet! Whether you’re listening to this episode at th...

Quick Win: How Do You Lead?

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Leading is about demonstrating the actions that you think you should see in others. People see what they see what their leaders do. Simply put? Lead b...

Revisited: How to Set Yourself Up for Success in 2021 with Jon Cheplak

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As 2021 comes to a close, we invite you to reflect on your year as we revisit one of our most popular episodes of 2021. Take this time to reflect on h...

Christmas Movie Showdown 2021

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here on Start With A Win, and we’re starting off the holiday break with a good ol’ fashioned game of...

Quick Win: How Do You Deal With A Crisis?

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When a crisis hits, and fear and overwhelm threaten to take over, it's time to go to plan B—be present, be kind, be helpful!Connect with Adam:https:...

Uncovering The Recipe for Happiness

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Becky Morrison is a mom, wife, and lawyer turned Happiness Coach. Her mission is to spread joy. She believes most people can live happier, easier live...

How to Make More Meaningful Contributions at Work and in Life

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam sits down with Tom Rath, an author and researcher who has spent the past two decades studying how work can i...

Quick Win: What Causes Fear?

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fear is worrying about something that hasn't happened yet. And when we sit in that worry but don't do anything about it, that's when the fear sets in....

How COVID-19 Accelerated the Future of Work

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam talks to Mark Sanborn, president of Sanborn & Associates, Inc., an idea studio dedicated to developing l...

Put Your Gratitude Into Action

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Thanksgiving Eve, and we’re mentally, physically, emotionally preparing for a day of feasting and giving thanks tomorrow surrounded by family...

QuickWin: How Do We Create Results?

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do we create results? You have to create action! Adam shares his simple, foolproof formula to achieving results—every time.Connect with Adam:htt...

Transform Overthinking From a Super Problem to a Superpower with Jon Acuff

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam welcomes bestselling author and motivational speaker Jon Acuff. Adam and Jon dive into the topic of overthin...

How to Lead From Anywhere with David Burkus

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Start With A Win features David Burkus, a keynote speaker, organizational psychologist, and one of the world’s leading business thin...

Quick Win: What is the First Step to Winning?

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The first step to winning is to make your latest excuse your last one! If you find an excuse, you will never find a way.Connect with Adam:https://www....

Life is Not a Spectator Sport with General Martin E. Dempsey

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, General Martin E. Dempsey joins Adam for a conversation about how effective leadership begins with becoming a goo...

Let’s Not Do Normal Anymore with Patty McCord, Former Netflix Chief Talent Officer

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Start With A Win features former Netflix Chief Talent Officer Patty McCord. During her 14 years with Netflix, Patty was the co-creator...

Quick Win: Find a Way, Not an Excuse

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Adam answers the question many of us ask ourselves: Why do some people get everything done that they want to? It’s because people who are effective ...

Start With A Celebration!

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode of Start With A Win, there is a lot to celebrate! Adam and Producer Mark return to the brand new recording studio on the 12th ...

Lose the Ego and Celebrate the Wins

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam and SWAW producer Mark pick up the conversation about Adam's first book, Start With A Win: Tools and Lessons...

Quick Win: End Each Day Expressing Gratitude

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do you end your days daily? Instead of going home and turning on the TV first thing after working all day, begin writing what you’re grateful fo...

How Storytelling Transforms Your Business with Kindra Hall

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam introduces President and Chief Storytelling Officer at Steller Collective, Kindra Hall. Steller Collective i...

Lead Your Team with Accountability, Presence, and Passion

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam and SWAW producer Mark pick up the conversation about Adam's first book, Start With A Win: Tools and Lessons...

Quick Win: Attitude Determines Behavior, Behavior Dictates Actions

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do you approach daily obstacles and challenges? Your attitude determines the reality and outcome of any situation. Your attitude determines your b...

Overcoming Fear of Rejection Creates a More Fulfilling Life with Jia Jiang

22 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam welcomes Jia Jiang, CEO of Rejection Therapy and CEO and Founder of Wuju Learning. Jia discusses how he tran...

Befriending the Inner Beast to Overcome Fear and Create Success

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam and SWAW producer Mark pick up the conversation about Adam's first authored book, Start With A Win: Tools an...

Quick Win: The Power of Empathy

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How empathetic are you? Adam defines empathy as your feelings understanding someone else’s feelings. And it’s an important key to living well in r...

How to Lead Your Team During Uncertainty with Seth Mattison

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Seth Mattison, CEO of FutureSight Labs, joins Win Nation to discuss how leadership has evolved during the COVID-1...

How to Shape Your Mindset with One Simple Question

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam and SWAW Producer Mark pick up the conversation about Adam's first authored book, Start With A Win: Tools an...

Quick Win: You Are A Product Of Your Decisions

27 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What happens to you in life is important. But the truth is, your choices are more important and they shape who you are! You are a product of your deci...

How Strategic Planning Creates Unity with Christine Riordan

25 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam introduces Christine Riordan, President of Adelphi University and RE/MAX board member. She is the 10th Presi...

The Journey Behind Writing the Start With A Win Book

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam, and SWAW producer Mark, discuss Adam's first authored book, Start With A Win. Adam shares his inspiration a...

Quick Win: If You Fail Enough, You’ll Eventually Find Victory

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Want more success? Who doesn’t? Here’s how to increase your success: fail. That’s right! Getting to victory requires trying and failing. Be will...

How to Effectively Manage Your Time and Development with Eric Papp

11 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam welcomes Eric Papp, Keynote Speaker and Founder of Agape Leadership, LLC. Eric begins the conversation by sh...

Building Organic Relationships in Real Estate with Quintavius "Q" Burdette

04 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Win Nation will meet Quintavius “Q” Burdette, RE/MAX real estate agent. He is a former D1 football and track ...

Quick Win: Increased Focus Leads To Increased Results

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want more and better results in whatever you do? It might be simpler than you think. Poor focus leads to poor results, so you can increase your...

Shaping Your Mindset to Succeed with Ruben Gonzalez

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Ruben Gonzalez, a four-time luge Olympian, reveals how his experiences in the Olympics shaped his mindset to succ...

How Tracy Walder Went From Sorority Sister to CIA Officer & FBI Agent - Part 2

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The conversation continues with Tracy Walder, beginning with her recollection of her transition from the CIA to the FBI and the cultural differences s...

Quick Win: If You're Determined To Learn, No One Can Stop You

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t leave reading and learning behind after you finish school! Instead, be someone who reads, frequents bookstores, and buys books. Why is reading...

How Tracy Walder Went From Sorority Sister to CIA Officer & FBI Agent - Part 1

14 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tracy Walder joins Win Nation as a USC alum, Delta sorority sister, author, and former CIA officer and FBI special agent. While majoring in history a...

You Have Permission to Dream Big with Bob Goff

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of the Start With A Win podcast is Bob Goff, a recovering lawyer who has found his life’s purpose in helping other people ...

Quick Win: Success Happens After Many Failures

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Planning to succeed the first time you try something? Think again. Failing — and failing many times — is typically an essential part of success. T...

Four for the Fourth: Business Development Q&A with Adam

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, producer Mark asks Adam a series of business development questions that might change your perspective on some asp...

How To Influence People - Part 2

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, Adam and Mark pick up the conversation from last week, discussing Carnegie’s How to Win Friends and Influence P...

Quick Win: How You Do One Thing Is How You Will Do All Things

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

How To Win Friends - Part 1

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this solocast of Start With A Win, Adam and Producer Mark talk about some of the key insights in Dale Carnegie’s 1936 classic, How to Win Friends...

Communication, Preparation, and Energy-Management in Sports and Life

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Start With A Win, we hear from Molly Fletcher, a speaker, author, and former top sports agent. In her professional career, she spen...

Comfort First, Then Find a Win

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

Polar Ben and His History-Making Expeditions

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of Start With A Win is Ben Saunders, a polar explorer and motivational speaker who has excellent nuggets of wisdom for liste...

Emotional Mastery

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Adam shares his insights on leadership and emotional mastery in this episode of Start With A Win. He says many people neglect emotional intelligence a...

Quick Win: Leaders Create Hope and Empowerment

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

The Ingredients for Creativity with Scott Landers

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you are fully aware that fonts are more than just options in your word processing software, or you had no idea that there is a company called ...

Consistently Building Trust with Jeremy Ryan Slate - Part 2

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is the conclusion of Adam’s interview with Jeremy Ryan Slate. We pick back up in the conversation on building trust and why brands aren...

Quick Win: Take Action and Stop Failure

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

Pursuing Brilliance with Jeremy Ryan Slate - Part 1

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of the Start With A Win podcast is Jeremy Ryan Slate, host of the “Create Your Own Life” podcast, self-proclaimed nerd, ...

Learning How to Effectively Deal with Stress

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Start With A Win podcast, Adam talks to SWAW producer Mark with a hot round of interview questions. They include questions abou...

Quick Win: Be Nice and Help People

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

Smashing Burgers and Treating People Right with Carl Bachmann

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Start With A Win podcast, Adam talks with Carl Bachmann, CEO of Smashburger. Carl has been in the restaurant business since he ...

What Comedy Teaches Us About Business with Dr. Peter McGraw

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of Start With a Win is Dr. Peter McGraw. He is a behavioral economist, professor, author, podcaster, and comedy student. He ...

Quick Win: Clarity Removes Fear

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

The Impact of Attitude

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What is the first step to leadership? Adam draws from his wealth of leadership training and experience to provide the answer to Start With A Win liste...

Setting and Reaching High Goals with Joanna Koltan

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Start With A Win podcast, our guest is Joanna Koltan, an elite broker-owner with RE/MAX Portugal. Originally from Poland, Joann...

Quick Win: How To Live Up To Your Potential

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

Start with the Give-Me Shots with Marney Andes

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of the Start With A Win podcast is Marney Andes, a learning and development executive coach, consultant, and author. She att...

Investing in Long-Term Success with Maggie Contos

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our special guest on this episode of the Start With A Win podcast is Adam’s daughter, Maggie Contos. She is a freshman at Oklahoma University majori...

Quick Win: Every Day is an Opportunity

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

The Journey to Self-Awareness with Dr. Tasha Eurich

10 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of the Start With A Win podcast is Dr. Tasha Eurich, New York Times bestselling author of Insight and experienced executive ...

The Power of Genuine Connections with Angelica Olmsted

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of the Start With A Win podcast is Angelica Olmsted, a flourishing real estate agent in the Denver metro area. Angelica star...

Quick Win: Systems Create Results

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

Solocast: The Truth About Leadership

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Start With A Win podcast, Adam shares his insights on leadership and the ways many perspectives on the subject are missing the ...

Making an Impact by Loving Yourself First with Winn Claybaugh

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of the Start With A Win podcast is Winn Claybaugh, Dean, and Co-Founder of Paul Mitchell Schools, author, motivational speak...

Quick Win: Happiness

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:Before you start your day, before every meeting, before every big decision, make sure that your head is right. If you get to a headspace of ha...

Lessons in Leadership with NAREB President-Elect Lydia Pope

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of the Start With A Win podcast is Lydia Pope, President-elect of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers. Lydia pro...

Pursuing Personal and Professional Development with Jay Pitts

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Start with a Win podcast, Adam talks with Jay Pitts, broker-owner of RE/MAX Premier Properties in Louisville, Kentucky. Jay say...

Quick Win: Awareness

29 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/REMAXAdamContoshttps://twitter.com/REMAXAdamContos https://www.instagram.c...

How a Jack-of-All-Trades Can Still Reach the Top with Cliff Hudson

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You might think that your best path to reaching your goals is to become more and more specialized as you progress in your career, but former CEO of So...

The Evolution of the Virtual Agent with Tony Giordano

20 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest on this episode of Start With A Win is Tony Giordano. He is an author, speaker, coach, and realtor out of the Los Angeles area. Tony got int...

Quick Win: Expert Starts With Experience

15 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Summary:It goes without saying that experts are given that name because they have a lot of experience in a certain area or industry. But what might no...