In today’s compelling podcast, our host Adam welcomes back, Adam Hergenrother and takes us on an inspiring journey into the heart of success, personal fulfillment, and the elusive 200% life. With a focus on balancing business growth and inner well-being, Adam delves into the profound realization that achieving external success often hinges on nurturing our internal selves. He uncovers the misconceptions of relentless hustle culture and explores the powerful link between personal growth and business outcomes. With poignant insights on the importance of self-care, self-discovery, and the unconditional giving approach, this conversation is a must-listen for entrepreneurs and business leaders seeking to find the elusive harmony between professional success and personal happiness. Join us on this enlightening expedition toward unlocking the secrets to a more fulfilling and prosperous life.Adam Hergenrother is an entrepreneur at heart. He is the Founder & CEO of the thriving organization, Adam Hergenrother Companies, which includes several organizations ranging from a national real estate company to leadership coaching and training. He is passionate about using business to transform lives and believes that when you focus on leading yourself first, the business results will follow. When he's not leading and growing his organizations or working on his inner growth, you can find Adam in the Vermont mountains with his wife, Sarah, and three children, Sienna, Asher, and Madelyn.02:01 What is the definition of success?03:30 What are we ignoring?05:30 If I get one more thing!07:13 Call off the search…10:11 Leaders need to do this!12:49 Why am I at the office?14:45 If I have nothing to lose….17:22 It’s the skillful action…21:37 Are you 100% this?https://adamhergenrother.com/https://www.amazon.com/200-Life-Spiritual-Meditating-Mountaintop/dp/B0CKD1MFYW/⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱?  ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership===========================Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 ===========================YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEOApple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT===========================Connect with Adam:===========================Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/Facebook  ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEOTwitter  ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOInstagram  ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/#adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory

Are you ready to uncover the hidden leadership gaps that might be hindering your success?Business leaders and entrepreneurs, this episode of Start With a Win is a game-changer. Host Adam Contos delves into the critical gaps in leadership that might be holding you back. Shockingly, 80% of leaders believe they're in the top 10% of leadership, revealing widespread blind spots. Adam shares six vital leadership concepts. These insights empower you to elevate your leadership style, drive growth, and bridge the leadership gaps that could be stifling your success. Download the resource and start your transformation journey as your presence creates trust, so let's start with a win!00:46 Only how many employees are fully engaged!01:45 Six Leadership Concepts03:56 Where does leadership gaps start?05:02 Adam’s mantra for all things06:13 First concept, where do you stand?08:00 Talk about the vision regularly!10:10 Trust, MORE, what is your word?11:25 Keep learning, do 1% more, acknowledge mistakes14:34 What is accountability?16:32 Balance, huh can that be done?17:57 Stay focused⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱?  ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership===========================Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 ===========================YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEOApple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT===========================Connect with Adam:===========================Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/Facebook  ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEOTwitter  ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOInstagram  ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/#adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory

Are you looking to elevate your business's web presence and unlock its full potential turning it into a powerhouse of profitability? In this part 2-episode Adam engages with Tony Adams, Chief of Staff at Area 15 Ventures, to unravel the secrets of online success. They dive deep into the multifaceted world of web presence, covering everything from SEO and social media to the power of online reviews and maps search. With an emphasis on customer satisfaction and creating that "wow" factor, they provide actionable strategies to improve your online reputation and drive profitability. Whether you're a small business or a seasoned entrepreneur, this podcast offers a masterclass in enhancing your digital footprint. Tune in to discover how to conquer the ever-evolving online landscape and start your day with a win.Tony Adams, MBA, a seasoned professional with a track record of success, started his career at 10 and learned the value of hard work. Notable accomplishments include becoming a top mortgage broker at 19, Army service in Afghanistan, founded a hair salon, and lead key initiatives at RE/MAX International. His diverse educational journey includes an Executive MBA and web development training. Tony's awards span military honors, academic recognition, and community service. He continues to volunteer, support veteran-owned businesses, and enjoy quality time with his family and pets while exploring the Colorado outdoors and indulging in Marvel movies.01:58 Help SEO by linking these to your website04:52 YouTube #1 search on Google - video, why is it so important10:38 Create marketing content using this…12:10 Need 10 to be considered significant in Google 17:50 Reach out and win more customers19:29 Maximize these two searches23:07 Small changes will see huge resultsConnect with Adamhttp://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

In the fast-paced world of business, one thing stands out as the primary catalyst for conflicts – the lack of effective communication. 🚫🤝Time and time again, we've seen misunderstandings, missed opportunities, and friction arise simply because information wasn't shared, questions weren't asked, or voices weren't heard. 📢🤷

Are you missing out on a 400% boost in website speed and a 1% increase in conversions, with just a few simple changes discover the secrets to enhancing your web presence and skyrocketing your business success on today’s episode on Start With a Win!Adam explores the significant weaknesses and opportunities in business, focusing on web presence with his expert guest, Tony Adams, Chief of Staff at Area 15 Ventures.  They discuss the critical role of web presence in attracting customers, boosting sales, and enhancing brand reputation.Adam & Tony delve into various aspects of web presence, including website optimization, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), social media, online reviews, and local search. Learn the importance of understanding and incorporating keywords into website content naturally, what to avoid and what Tony recommends doing to making it easy for users to find detailed information.  Learn the crucial actions to take to have a strategic web presence and how SEO efforts can significantly impact a company's success in today's digital landscape.Tony Adams, MBA, a seasoned professional with a track record of success, started his career at 10 and learned the value of hard work. Notable accomplishments include becoming a top mortgage broker at 19, Army service in Afghanistan, founded a hair salon, and lead key initiatives at RE/MAX International. His diverse educational journey includes an Executive MBA and web development training. Tony's awards span military honors, academic recognition, and community service. He continues to volunteer, support veteran-owned businesses, and enjoy quality time with his family and pets while exploring the Colorado outdoors and indulging in Marvel movies.03:20 What is the number #1 thing searched for on Google?04:06 An employee that works 24/7, 365 days for you, huh?08:14 Biggest mistake of online presence10:15 Five categories of online presence10:55 How fast is your speed?18:38 Quick action tips for websites23:38 What is SEO?Connect with Adamhttp://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO

In the dynamic world of business, it's essential to pause and recognize our accomplishments. When we take the time to applaud our wins, we do more than just acknowledge hard work; we nurture a positive atmosphere that fuels our collective spirit. Celebrate your wins!

Today on Start With a Win, Adam talks to Laura Morton, one of the top NY Times Bestselling authors in the world.  He discusses Laura’s career, collaborations with celebrities and business leaders, and her shift towards writing more meaningful books. She emphasizes three criteria for taking on a book project: liking the person, genuinely believing in their message, and ensuring the project contributes positively to the world.Laura shares insights from her documentary "Anxious Nation," which focuses on youth mental health and anxiety. She highlights the importance of understanding and supporting anxious children, recognizing the role parents play in their anxiety, and providing tools to manage anxiety rather than trying to cure it. She also mentions a special initiative to screen the documentary for free in October, coinciding with Mental Health Screening Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.Laura Morton is the author of over 60 books and a staggering 21 New York Times bestsellers,with a wide range of celebrities and business leaders, including Justin Beiber, the Jonas Brothers, Joan Lunden, John Maxwell, Dave Liniger, Tom Ferry and Glenn Sterns, just to name a few. Laura has been involved in the entertainment industry for more than 25 years as a writer, producer, and entrepreneur. She is the co-director, producer and writer of the award-winning documentary film, Anxious Nation, now available for streaming on Amazon, Apple Tv and Anxiousnation.comAbout Anxious Nation:Together, we can break the chains of anxiety and build a stronger, more compassionate nation. Join us as we embark on this transformative journey, shaping a future where anxiety is met with empathy, understanding, and unwavering support.04:03 The book that had the greatest impact…04:55 Need to check three boxes to write a book, do you have a checklist?09:37 How do you start a relationship/process…it’s this!11:57 Did I fail as a parent?15:14 Why Anxious Nation?18:52 My role as a parent, am I helping or hurting?www.Anxiousnation.com Connect with Adamhttp://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

Empowering your employees is the cornerstone of business success. Trust them, provide tools, and encourage ownership. In their growth, you'll find innovation and resilience, propelling your business to new heights. Invest in your team; they are your future.

Do you want to know the critical elements of success in the franchise world?In this episode, Adam and Peter Holt, one of the top CEOs in the industry discuss them and they emphasize the importance of staying focused on the unit economics of a business and the need for a sound concept, not just a passing trend. Peter shares insights on the roles and responsibilities of franchisees and franchisors, highlighting the value of a good network in the franchise community. They also explore the power of leveraging resources and the significance of community involvement in building a successful franchise. Peter D. Holt has been managing franchise systems in both domestic and international markets for over 30 years. Currently, he is President and CEO of The Joint Corp., the largest franchised network of chiropractic clinics in the world with over 900 clinics nationwide. The Joint is a publicly traded company on NASDAQ (JYNT).Peter boasts three decades of franchise industry experience. As the former CEO of Tasti D-Lite LLC, he transformed licensed outlets into a successful franchise system and orchestrated the acquisition of Planet Smoothie. Holt also played pivotal roles at Mail Boxes, Etc. and served on the International Franchise Association (IFA) board, demonstrating his commitment to the franchise community. He holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of London and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington.00:55 Started at IFA knowing nothing about a franchise or trade association 03:20 Concept or methodology?07:15 Most powerful tool to educator the consumer is…08:54 This has to be sound, or franchising won’t help11:30 What really is franchising?15:27 This is the power of a franchise model!16:30 Franchising is the business of what?19:43 Again the most powerful tool to educate the consumer21:01 A regular entrepreneur is missing this…and the value of being in franchising?           https://www.thejoint.com/ Connect with Adamhttp://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

What causes a TEAM to be more successful?  It's a collaborative environment.  Thinking outside the box!  Companies that promote collaboration are 5x more likely to be high performing.  Think about this next time you get everyone together.  Stop closing off communication and building barriers, start collaborating.  Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/Please Like and subscribe!

At times do you feel you have Imposter Syndrome?  Do you lack self-confidence? In this episode, Dr. Ivan Joseph dives into the importance of self-confidence, its impact on success, and how to overcome self-doubt. He shares his personal journey of building self-confidence, and we explore how it applies to both high-performance athletes and business leaders. Emphasizing the significance of mindset, purpose, cohesion in teams, and the value of learning from mistakes.Whether you're an athlete, an entrepreneur, or just someone looking to boost your self-confidence and achieve your goals, you won't want to miss this insightful conversation. Join us as we uncover the keys to self-confidence and personal success.Dr. Joseph is the Vice President, Student Affairs at Wilfrid Laurier University. In this senior role, he heads the university’s effort to promote interconnectedness and belonging among a diverse student body.  He is also an internationally renowned speaker, author, performance coach, consultant, and educator, and His TEDx talk, “The Skill of Self-Confidence,” has over 26 million views and was named by Forbes as one of the 10 Best TED Talks.  Ivan has focused his research and leadership on understanding how self-confidence and cohesion drive performance. 01:09 Success begins and ends with…03:43 Why are we afraid to swing at the plate?05:09 Is self-confidence and humility the same?08:19 When you have doubt, you are doing this!09:37 Increase your self-confidence.13:34 What do you need for team-building?16:27 No negativity, do this instead… 18:04 Get to the next reflection, don’t stop at the first!  Connect with Adam http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

Adaptability is a key trait of great leaders.  Leaders who are willing to notice pressures and change with their business are most likely to succeed.  Now don't get me wrong, don't start chasing every squirrel that runs past your business.   But, DO understand that noticing pressures and trends that you must adapt to and around is imperative to continue a humble growth in your business. Leaders learn and implement, that's adapting to the marketplace.  Be adaptable.  How adaptable are you?  

Part 2Description/Main Topics/ConnectIf you missed part 1, please go back and listen, there are great insights on how to unlock your potential and find your personal and business success.Do you want to learn how to move from the minimum necessary to the maximum possible? In this episode, part 2, Jeff discusses his journey as an entrepreneur, his experiences during the 2008 recession, and how he managed to overcome challenges. The conversation delves into the concept of "maximum possible" in entrepreneurship, encouraging listeners to explore their true purpose and potential. Emphasizing the importance of accountability, using psychological principles of persuasion to drive positive behavior and productivity. Adam and Jeff touch on the difference between staying busy and being truly productive in the entrepreneurial world. The podcast aims to inspire and educate listeners on achieving success, both personally and professionally by unlocking your potential.In 2008, Jeff Lerner faced adversity but turned his life around. He founded three multimillion-dollar businesses, found happiness in remarriage, got into great shape, and became a father to four. He credits his unique "ENTREpreneurial" life system. In 2019, he launched ENTRE Institute, which enrolled over 250,000 students in four years, becoming a leader in online education. He expanded with a podcast, "Unlock Your Potential," and a bestselling book in 2022. Today, he manages ENTRE, various ventures, podcasts, writing, speaking, and family life while maintaining his fitness and piano playing.01:21 What is maximum possible?02:16 Minimal necessary! 05:01 Retirement?!?!08:42 How to create your purpose?13:13 The A word!18:48 Busy vs productive20:39 Value daily deposits & NAP23:33 Consistent daily routine!www.jefflernerofficial.comConnect with Adamhttp://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsNotes from part 1:  Do you want to unlock your potential and find your personal and business success? Adam welcomes guest, Jeff Lerner, in this episode they delve into Jeff's journey, the importance of a mindset shift from traditional employment to entrepreneurship, and how his life operating system, with its three pillars (the three P's, three legs of successful action, and three phases of legacy), has enabled him to achieve significant success in business and life. The discussion also emphasizes the significance of personal beliefs, autonomy, and the need for individuals to understand the trade-offs between freedom and financial security in the pursuit of their goals.In the upcoming second part of the series, Jeff will further discuss how to move from the minimum necessary to the maximum possible and the role of ambition in achieving success.In 2008, Jeff Lerner faced adversity but turned his life around. He founded three multimillion-dollar businesses, found happiness in remarriage, got into great shape, and became a father to four. He credits his unique "ENTREpreneurial" life system. In 2019, he launched ENTRE Institute, which enrolled over 250,000 students in four years, becoming a leader in online education. He expanded with a podcast, "Unlock Your Potential," and a bestselling book in 2022. Today, he manages ENTRE, various ventures, podcasts, writing, speaking, and family life while maintaining his fitness and piano playing.02:03 It’s true, you make your bed, you sleep in it…05:13 Failed a dozen times and kept going.08:50 The three Ps of success13:20 The three legs of successful actions14:33 The three phases of legacy16:36 The fourth P19:01 Where are people breaking the most in the process?

What's a great way to improve your culture, leadership, and relationships?  It's Active Listening.  Reality is that we only remember 50% of what hear - so in order to remember more - start LISTENING more intently.  This is called Active Listening.  This is your quick win for the day.  Try it!

Do you want to unlock your potential and find your personal and business success?  Adam welcomes guest, Jeff Lerner, in this episode they delve into Jeff's journey, the importance of a mindset shift from traditional employment to entrepreneurship, and how his life operating system, with its three pillars (the three P's, three legs of successful action, and three phases of legacy), has enabled him to achieve significant success in business and life. The discussion also emphasizes the significance of personal beliefs, autonomy, and the need for individuals to understand the trade-offs between freedom and financial security in the pursuit of their goals. In the upcoming second part of the series, Jeff will further discuss how to move from the minimum necessary to the maximum possible and the role of ambition in achieving success. In 2008, Jeff Lerner faced adversity but turned his life around. He founded three multimillion-dollar businesses, found happiness in remarriage, got into great shape, and became a father to four. He credits his unique "ENTREpreneurial" life system. In 2019, he launched ENTRE Institute, which enrolled over 250,000 students in four years, becoming a leader in online education. He expanded with a podcast, "Unlock Your Potential," and a bestselling book in 2022. Today, he manages ENTRE, various ventures, podcasts, writing, speaking, and family life while maintaining his fitness and piano playing. 02:03 It’s true, you make your bed, you sleep in it…05:13 Failed a dozen times and kept going.08:50 The three Ps of success13:20 The three legs of successful actions14:33 The three phases of legacy16:36 The fourth P19:01 Where are people breaking the most in the process?  Connect with Adam http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

How is your customer doing?  In this quick win, Adam talks about how to look at your customer.  Look at them like your compass - they tell you which direction your business is going.  Just like a ship sailing, when you want to check in on your direction and progress, you look at your compass.  So, look at your customer.   Listen to your customer, understand how they feel.  Because that is how your business feels.  Listen to your customer!  That's your quick win for the day.Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/Please Like and subscribe!

How can you build GREAT LEADERSHIP?  and...Can holistic leadership help your leadership?Build great leaders in your organization, it is a full time job!  How can you build a company around leadership?  We answer that here!In this episode, Adam discusses holistic leadership and personal development with Dr. Jeanne Porter King exploring the concept of leading from the inside out, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, purpose, and values in leadership.  They highlight the significance of aligning personal values with organizational values and creating a thriving, values-driven culture.They delve into the idea that unhealthy leaders can harm organizations, emphasizing the need for leaders to prioritize their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Find out how leaders balance between reflection and action, ensuring they don't burn out and negatively impact their teams.Dr. Jeanne Porter King is a multi-talented author, business leader, inspirational teacher, ministry leader, and board-certified coach. With over 30 years of experience, she's dedicated her career to helping women discover their purpose and identity. As the Founder and President of TransPorter Group Inc, she specializes in leadership development and diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy. Dr. Jeanne has worked globally, training, and coaching leaders in 20 different countries. She holds degrees from The Ohio State University, McCormick Theological Seminary, and Ohio University. Dr. Jeanne's transparent and genuine concern for others shines through in her mission to help individuals reach their highest aspirations. She also serves as an executive pastor at Christ Community Church in South Holland, IL, focusing on women's ministry, leadership development, and new ministers' training.03:13 We all can pinpoint our leadership…05:30 What is holistic leadership?07:03 This is the spirit of the organization!09:38 What must be lived out?11:15 Unhealthy leaders, hurt…!12:56 Is leadership, leadership no matter where we are – work, home, communities?15:53 Permission to go to the well!18:42 Burn out, what happens?21:28 Start by going to the well!www.drjeanneporterking.comhttps://www.instagram.com/drjeanneporterking/ Connect with Adamhttp://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

What is accountability and why does it matter to you?  In fact, businesses with specific accountability have higher levels of success.  Check it out!  

How does culture affect your business?  On this episode of Start With a Win, we talk to Donnie Carr, the CEO of franchise company, Christian Brothers Automotive, an amazing organization that has a great culture and is growing as a result.  Donnie goes into how he struggled early in life but found his way to become a service writer in the company, working his way up to be President and CEO of the company.  We talk about business relationships, franchisee and franchisor relationships, getting things done, accountability, and success/happiness.  Donnie Carr serves as President and CEO of Christian Brothers Automotive. His career at Christian Brothers Automotive began eighteen years ago, working as a Service Writer. This gave him the necessary first-hand experience of serving guests with compassion and excellence. In 2007, he joined the Christian Brothers Automotive Home Office team, where his primary responsibility was assisting with new store openings and providing support to existing locations. During his time with the Home Office, Donnie has held the positions of Franchise Performance Consultant, Director of Store Performance, Vice President of Operations, and President. While in those roles he assisted in creating coaching, training, and support teams for CBA franchisees, and helped drive both top and bottom-line revenue streams for all stores. Donnie has also been instrumental in developing the company’s Core Values and Culture Commitments, encouraging team members in their personal and professional growth, and leading the company with excellence, transparency, joy, and being neighborly at the forefront. Donnie has also been pivotal in the CBA Foundation’s pursuit of donating $25 million by 2025. In his personal life, Donnie enjoys watching sports, volunteering at his church, and spending time with his wife Beth and two kids. He is a native Houstonian and currently resides in Katy, TX.Main Topics and Connect01:49 An ah ha moment…04:13 Path from Service Writer to CEO.08:01 Who is in control of the journey?09:25 Long-term relationships?10:40 Their culture…13:43 How are they different?15:20 Top franchisee challenges17:48 Keeping up with technology.18:51 Biggest leadership advice!www.cbac.com Connect with Adamhttp://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

In this short quick win, Adam discusses why networking works.  It works because when you stay top of mind, you are first in line.   Not just for you but for your entire network.  When you are top of mind, people remember you and talk about you to THEIR network, thus spreading your business message.  Always be networking!  Networking never sleeps!That's your quick win for the day!Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/Please Like and subscribe!

Do you make excuses?  Excuses are what kill dreams!  They prevent us from doing the things we know we need to do but somehow rationalize a way around not doing.  On this episode, Adam discusses the top excuse people use and how to avoid that.  He talks about the emotions behind making excuses as well as about the most common excuses and three things leaders should never say.  Also, how do you know someone is going to make an excuse as well as how to overcome excuses.  Once you eliminate excuses, this is what you gain... Main Topics 01:38 #1 Excuse01:51 People operate off of these two emotions05:20 Most common excuses06:44 Three things leaders should never say09:25 How you know a person is going to make an excuse11:15 Overcome excuses13:54 Can others help you15:25 Eliminate excuses and this is what you gain  No excuses, business coaching, unlock freedom, I don't have time, I didn't know, no one told me, it wasn't my faultHow to grow your business, how to live a productive lifeConnect with Adam http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

Today, we talk to Jack and Meghan, two executives with Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, a fast growing franchise business with over 500 units across the US and Canada. They dig deep into how to gain customers, establish a strong community brand, and build a business for long lasting results.  If you want to learn how leaders grow businesses, this is a great episode for you! Jack: Jack’s background includes 30 years in the franchising industry, 15 years in the health and wellness industry, and seven years with Hand & Stone. He believes this is a marketer’s nirvana – the brand positioning aligns perfectly to consumer sentiment, a great corporate team at every level that all share the same passion for the brand, and awesome franchisees who not only bring forward awesome concepts but execute on the plans they develop to perfection. Meghan: Beginning her journey with Hand & Stone as a Spa Associate in their flagship store in 2007 Meghan, now SVP Franchise Operations where she leads a team of 17 passionate professionals that are dedicated to supporting their franchisees. She is humbled to work alongside such talented business owners and team members. Meghan is also pursuing her MBA to further her career at Hand & Stone. Main Topics and Connect 03:40 Business is about what or who!07:17 Magic of the franchise world09:04 How they get consumers to be undistracted11:18 Community connection15:17 How should a franchisee be spending their time19:52 Best practices in marketing & operations24:30 Coffee and what at the end of the day! https://handandstone.com/https://www.handandstonefranchise.com/  Connect with Adam http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

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:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/Please Like and subscribe!

Leadership is Awareness.  Awareness of Self, Awareness of Others, and Awareness of Business.  But, do you have an awareness of your employees' needs?  Do you know where they sit emotionally?  This all plays in to how your company functions and the results... and PROFIT that you realize from their actions.  In this episode, we dive deep in to understanding the psychological needs of your employees and how to use this awareness to maximize their experience and the performance of your company.  It also helps to understand where your customers sit on this hierarchy when working with them for the same reason - getting things done that are mutually beneficial and fulfill their needs/overcome their challenges. Main Topics 01:33 Maximize your people with the Five Categories of Needs04:25 Compete on this… not salary or benefits!05:37 Bottom need #107:57 Next need #211:27 Half-way – Need #313:51 Getting to the top needs, #414:46 Use these two things in your business and see MAJOR changes from Dale Carnegie!17:58 Need #519:56 Secret need… #622:16 What level are your employees?        Connect with Adam: http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

We always talk about customer experience.  But truly, what matters is what comes before that - Employee Experience.  Tiffany Bova is the global customer growth and innovation evangelist at Salesforce, and the Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author of Growth IQ.  Over the past two decades, she has led large revenue-producing divisions at businesses ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 500. As a Research Fellow at Gartner, her cutting-edge insights helped Microsoft, Cisco, Salesforce, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Oracle, SAP, AT&T, Dell, Amazon-AWS, and other prominent companies expand their market share and grow their revenues. She has been named one of the Top 50 business thinkers in the world by Thinkers50 twice. She is also the host of the podcast What’s Next! with Tiffani Bova.Main Topics and Connect 04:22 What is the fastest way to get customers to love your brand?05:25 Customer experience vs employee experience, when does one override the other?08:28 Research: three studies and unpeeling the onion.13:01 Technology not helping employees.16:04 It’s not just about tech!20:11 Who owns the responsibility?26:43 We are talking about this aspect of the business podcast, not a tech/process podcast.29:05 If you want to be a leader, listen-up! https://www.tiffanibova.com https://www.tiffanibova.com/experiencemindset/  Connect with Adam http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

What is one of the most important parts of your business you should be worried about EVERY DAY?  It's cashflow.  How do you 

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 perspective and advice on this episode of Start With a Win podcast.  Edward Logan grew up in hair salons, so he knows a thing or two about the business. His mom is a licensed cosmetologist, and he now runs the business his dad founded in 1993 as CEO & President of Sport Clips Haircuts franchise. He grew up in Georgetown, Texas, where Sport Clips is headquartered, graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas and then spent time as a business consultant with Deloitte Consulting before officially joining the family business as a single-store operator. He worked his way through several segments of the business, beginning with company-owned store operations and then stepping into franchise operations, first as VP of Operations and then COO.  After leading day-to-day operations across the entire franchise system, he was named President and COO. In 2020, he was named CEO and President, and was instrumental in leading Sport Clips through the Covid-19 crisis. Edward is passionate about quantifiable results but is most proud of continuing Sport Clips’ legacy of being a culture-driven and values-oriented family business, helping franchisees build income and wealth for their families, while continuing the brand’s philanthropic focus on veterans and children. And speaking of children, he and his wife Christy, are the proud parents of daughters Mackenzie and Cayman, and are thrilled to have another little girl on the way. Please welcome CEO & President of Sport Clips Haircuts and proud girl dad, Edward Logan.Main Topics01:58 In my blood, seeing the magic of franchising. 03:51 How they separated their brand and made it unique!06:19 Core values as the foundation.07:42 What is your daily focus, biggest challenges?12:14 Does your company have a 5-point play?15:02 Subscribe to your Principles.18:57 Franchise wisdom!23:43 Find your lead domino.Connect with Adam:http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

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 trends in 2023 in franchising?  How is regulation impacting small business and consumers?  How is tech and AI impacting business?  And, what should we do as business leaders to work in today's environment? Matt Haller is President and CEO of the International Franchise Association (IFA), the world’s oldest and largest trade association representing franchising worldwide. IFA represents thousands of franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers and works in Washington DC, across the country, and around the world to protect, enhance, and promote franchising.  Matt has been with the IFA for over 12 years. In 2021, Haller moved into the role of President & CEO from his previous position as head of government relations and public affairs. Under his leadership, the IFA continues to grow, expanding educational, event and promotional offerings across all of franchising while leading the charge to protect the business model in new and innovative ways. Bio Matthew Haller is President & CEO for the International Franchise Association. Matt has been a key member of the IFA team for 10 years, building extensive relationships with all three segments of the IFA membership: franchisors, franchisees & suppliers. During that time, he has held a number of roles including Communications Director, Vice President of Public Affairs, Chief of Staff to the CEO and Senior Vice President, Public Affairs. In 2017, he was promoted to Senior Vice President, Government Relations and Public Affairs: the leadership role he has held until today. During his tenure leading IFA’s advocacy strategy, Matt expanded the association’s lobbying, coalition building, grassroots, research and communications capabilities and took on some of our more difficult challenges, including defending the business model against the joint employer threat and significant legislative and regulatory issues at the federal, state & local levels. During the pandemic, he led the team’s focus on helping the franchise business model survive, ensuring the Paycheck Protection Program and other relief efforts included eligibility for franchise businesses, while working with the internal team to innovate how to provide IFA members real value for their membership in the association. Prior to joining IFA in October 2010, Matthew was director of industry relations at the Pharmaceutical Care Management Association, where he developed PCMA’s member and affiliate initiatives surrounding key industry issues. Previously, he served as manager of political affairs at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he managed the Chamber’s $20 million budget for political and issue advocacy campaigns during the 2004 and 2006 election cycles. Matthew has also held positions as legislative assistant for UPS Corporate Public Affairs and as a director of public affairs at Levick Strategic Communications, LLC.    Matthew received a bachelors degree in Political Science from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC. He resides in Washington, D.C. https://www.franchise.org/our-team/staff/matt-hallerMain Topics01:57 Insights into the current state (2023) of the franchise industry04:47 Disconnect of franchise development (regulations)07:52 Trends in franchising09:20 Tech/AI innovation in the industry12:10 What is Franchise Development?13:00 How will AI interact with business and personnel?16:16 The future of franchising!18:28 The Talent – Franchisor & Franchiseewww.franchise.orgConnect with Adam:http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

What stops you from succeeding?  It's the fear of failure.  Check out this quick win.

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 business effectively with highly engaged employees.  This leads to exceptional customer experience!  Listen to this episode for some of those great secrets that Jeremy shares.  Jeremy Morgan is the Chief Executive Officer for WellBiz Brands, Inc, the nation’s premiere franchisor of five beauty and wellness franchise brands: Drybar®, Amazing Lash Studio®, Radiant Waxing™, Elements Massage® and Fitness Together®.  With nearly 900 locations, 350,000 members and $600 million of system-wide sales across the portfolio, WellBiz Brands builds profitable businesses by catering to the needs of the affluent female consumer.  Jeremy began his tenure at WellBiz as the as the CEO for Elements Massage, where he worked diligently to support and build relationships with over 250 Elements Massage franchise owners, a community of 4,000 massage therapists, and over 120,000 members nationally. As a result, he led Elements Massage to achieve its most successful year in performance in 2018, as measured by studio revenue, client growth and customer satisfaction. Due to his open leadership style, he was recognized with a 91% Glassdoor CEO approval rating from the Elements system. Previously, Jeremy was a Senior Vice-President of Marketing and Consumer Insights for Smashburger, and the CEO of Tava Kitchen.In addition to his professional achievements, Jeremy is an active member of the community and supports Colorado Succeeds Board of Advisors, The Denver Boys and Girls Club, The Denver Chamber of Commerce and Duke Alumni Committee Denver, and is a member of the Kellogg Alumni Club of Colorado. Morgan was a member of the Denver Chamber of Commerce 2015 Leadership Denver Class, was recognized by the Denver Business Journal as a member of the 2018 40 Under 40 class of leaders, and is an active member of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO). Main Topics03:10 How does a CEO divide his time with multiple brands?06:26 Brands are unique, here is what it takes to run a brand.09:25 What does customer experience mean to you?11:49 The number one challenge in a small business!13:35 Best First Day Ever?17:05 Can you transfer culture from HQ to the franchisees?19:53 Best piece of adviceConnect with Adam:http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

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 fascinating topic.  We talk to CEO and Business Coach Michael Hyatt about his latest book Mind Your Mindset on Start With a Win.  Michael dives deep in to stories of him learning about his mindset and failures, why he researched brain activity, and how this can drastically impact you and your business.  Michael Hyatt is the Founder and Chairman of Full Focus.He has scaled multiple companies over the years, including a $250M publishing company with 700+ employees and his own goal-achievement company that has grown over 60% year over year for the past 4 years. Under his leadership, Full Focus has been featured in the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies in America and in 2020 and 2021 the company was named to Inc.’s Best Work Places list.He is also the author of several New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling books, including Living Forward, Your Best Year Ever, Free to Focus, and his newest book Mind Your Mindset. He has been married for 45 years to his wife Gail, has five daughters, and ten grandchildren. Main Topics02:14 Get your thinking right, get meaningful change! 03:42 Difference between the facts & the meaning assigned to the facts08:13 Business Coach, if they get the person right, they get the business right!09:00 Know what the narrator is saying, narrator?15:40 Three steps to take to have a better mindset18:38 When the negative happens, what does this make possible?20:24 Once you understand your narrative, then what?23:08 Engineer your morning to set yourself up to win the day!  Connect with Michael Hyatt:www.Fullfocus.co www.mindyourmindsetbook.com Connect with Adam:http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

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 time.  We all have the same amount of time. 

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 things... and not doing the wrong things in your business.Main Topics 02:17 Stats on small businesses03:54 Five trends of small businesses  - Trend One06:06 Hoteling, what is that?08:30 Trend Two11:23 How can a small business thrive?12:03 Trend Three14:15 Trend Four15:58 Trend Five17:21 A pop-up experience? Connect with Adam: http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

Guest Intro/Bio Dr. Ben Litalien is the Founder & Principal of Franchise Well, a consulting practice dedicated to the improvement and enhancement of franchising.  He is also on staff at Georgetown University in Washington, DC where he created and teaches the Franchise Management Certificate program for franchise professionals from across the country and around the world.  He is also an Adjunct Associate Professor at University of Maryland Global Campus where he teaches Entrepreneurship, Small Business Management and Venture Planning in their online undergraduate program.  Ben’s three-decade career in franchising includes building multiple franchise concepts to scale and running ExxonMobil’s U.S. franchising program, where he developed a pipeline of 1,000 locations in less than five years.  He is involved in the development of social franchising across the globe including JIBU, a network of retail water store franchises in eight East Africa countries where he serves as a founding board member.  Ben’s consulting clients include IKEA, RE/MAX, Snap-on Tools, Brain Balance and eXp Realities new co-work concept SUCCESS Space.Ben is a recognized speaker on "Franchise Development" and "Franchising for Good" and is a Contributor for Forbes.com on franchising.  Ben completed his doctoral program at the University of Maryland Global Campus and received his CFE (“Certified Franchise Executive”) designation from the International Franchise Association in 2003. Ben and his wife Raeann have been married for 37 years and they live in Fredericksburg, Virginia.  They have three grown children and four grandsons.  He is an avid golfer and fly fisherman.Main Topics – Part 2 01:10 What are you buying - the Franchise systems and processes07:02 You save on two things if you are systemitazed09:13 What builds brand value?10:44 Community connectedness to the franchisee13:59 Best way to launch your business16:43 What is the #1 small business challenge?19:18 Last bit of great advice before owning a franchise Connect with Adam: http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

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 - it begins with A.  Check it out for a quick WIN!

Guest Intro/Bio Dr. Ben Litalien is the Founder & Principal of Franchise Well, a consulting practice dedicated to the improvement and enhancement of franchising.  He is also on staff at Georgetown University in Washington, DC where he created and teaches the Franchise Management Certificate program for franchise professionals from across the country and around the world.  He is also an Adjunct Associate Professor at University of Maryland Global Campus where he teaches Entrepreneurship, Small Business Management and Venture Planning in their online undergraduate program.  Ben’s three-decade career in franchising includes building multiple franchise concepts to scale and running ExxonMobil’s U.S. franchising program, where he developed a pipeline of 1,000 locations in less than five years.  He is involved in the development of social franchising across the globe including JIBU, a network of retail water store franchises in eight East Africa countries where he serves as a founding board member.  Ben’s consulting clients include IKEA, RE/MAX, Snap-on Tools, Brain Balance and eXp Realities new co-work concept SUCCESS Space.Ben is a recognized speaker on "Franchise Development" and "Franchising for Good" and is a Contributor for Forbes.com on franchising.  Ben completed his doctoral program at the University of Maryland Global Campus and received his CFE (“Certified Franchise Executive”) designation from the International Franchise Association in 2003. Ben and his wife Raeann have been married for 37 years and they live in Fredericksburg, Virginia.  They have three grown children and four grandsons.  He is an avid golfer and fly fisherman.Main Topics – Part 1 03:07 What is a franchise, it started in the middle ages!05:21 A franchisee has two clear competitive advantages over the franchisor07:56 Franchising terms11:00 What are the requirements to file an FDD?14:14 Difference between Franchisee (zee) and a Franchisor (zor)17:20 Franchise fees? Connect with Adam: http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

Marketing is incredibly important in business and franchising.  Madeleine Zook dives deep in to how franchises market, key points on customer experience, and other fun franchise conversations on this episode of Start With a Win.  Madeleine Zook is a multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee, former franchisor, and current marketing supplier. She's the host of the award-winning franchise podcast, The Art of Franchise Marketing, and has landed coverage in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Fortune, and INC. She is also the founder of a 501(c)3 nonprofit called Together She Can, which strives to help homeless communities with hygiene care. Main Topics02:36 Give Back to your Community/Charities 05:38 Biggest Challenge in Home Service Franchisees07:32 Three components of business08:24 What do people want, a paycheck, NO!13:00 Number #1 thing people want15:00 Is good enough, ok?17:39 Need a wow factor, an unexpected gift, a gesture!19:44 The BIG AH HA moment21:00 Lead generation success today23:50 How many times does a customer need to see your ad before they say YES? Connect with Madeleine Zook:www.togethershecan.orgwww.linkedin.com/in/mpark141/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-franchise-marketing/id1651430743www.netsertive.com Connect with Adam: http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/ https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

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.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/

What would an investor do?  An interview with Steven Pesavento Host of The Investor Mindset Podcast and active investor who curates Commercial Real Estate Investments for clients at VonFinchCapital. He has raised $10’s of Millions dollars, which hassuccessfully cycled through multiple assets. Beginning inSingle Family as an operator he flipped over 200houses in under 3 years, prior to expanding intoCommercial to focus on building a business aroundworking with his ideal client - successful high incomeearners like himself who are investing to create flexibilityand independence.Steven and Adam uncover where investors are looking today and some thoughts on how to strategize for yourself.  Should you max out your 401k?  Or, what should you do to grow your assets.  This episode is about business growth, financial growth and health, and family security.   Main Topics04:44 Big opportunity in Multi-Family07:30 Is it better to become a partner with the investor?10:13 Private Equity is an asset class!13:10 Don’t invest until you understand13:48 Not, where should I invest but what do I want from life?15:44 Three biggest mistakes in wealth18:45 Biggest impact to change your life!21:22 Four Ms to SWAWConnect with Steven Pesavento:[email protected] on Instagram and Linkedin Connect with Adam: http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsConnect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/Please Like and subscribe!

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 want to listen to this experience and take away the lessons to incorporate into your own business!Huge business and personal EQ lessons in this episode.  As I reflect on my experience at the DMV, I keep finding myself wishing that other companies and businesses were more like the.... DMV. Weird to day! Main Topics03:42 Mindset is everything!04:00 Why give your contact information?10:06 Business lessons from the DMV??? (Department of Motor Vehicle)10:43 The best customer (obsessed) experience13:18 Ease of doing business14:49 Welcoming experience15:29 Care…personalize your customer’s experience17:00 Are you collaboratively working with your customers?17:55 Do your customers have THIS DMV experience? Connect with Adam: http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/https://www.youtube.com/@LeadershipFactoryhttp://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

We will never get better if we compare ourselves to others. Progress only comes from setting our own benchmarks and comparing ourselves to... OURSELVES! It's time for some self-evaluation and determine areas in our life where we can do better. Then commit to 1% better every day and watch yourself grow!Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/

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?  The conversation between CEO Adam and Coach JM unpacks winning mindsets and strategies from these two business and leadership coaches on one podcast!  What losses should we look at?  How can we interpret how we feel in life? JM Ryerson is an International Speaker, Mindset & Business Coach,host of Let’s Go Win Podcast, and Best-Selling Author of "Let's GoWin, The Keys to Living Your Best Life" and “Champion’s DailyPlaybook”. He helps high-performing leaders define and executetheir individual leadership styles in order to grow the impact andprofits of their businesses. His passion is to help others succeed atwork, at home, and in life by offering simple tools that provide awork/life balance. Main Topics01:38 Be YOU!05:04 Our Insecurities and where they start.09:34 When leaders are insecure.11:25 Inspire Your Team!12:55 Why limit yourself…Raise your Bar!15:25 A person in wrong position at your company.18:23 You can’t hire & teach integrity…hire their values that align with companies.18:56 Be better in personal life, be better professionally!21:39 How you do one thing is how you do all things!Connect with JM Ryerson:http://www.letsgowin.com Connect with Adam: http://www.startwithawin.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/adamcontos/http://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/  / @leadershipfactory   Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

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 this episode with our guest, Andrew Sherman.  We also talk about employee engagement and disengagement.  Great episode FULL of business information.Andrew J. Sherman of Brown Rudnick is a partner in the Firm’s Corporate Practice Group and co-practice group leader of the Emerging Growth Companies & Venture Capital Group. A recognized authority on the legal and strategic aspects of business growth, Andrew’s practice is concentrated on domestic and international franchising, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate counseling.Andrew has written nearly 30 books on the legal and strategic aspects of business growth, franchising, capital formation, and the leveraging of intellectual property, most of which can be found on Amazon. He also has published many articles on similar topics and is a frequent keynote speaker at business conferences, seminars, and webinars.  Main Topics: 02:13 What is a UFOC, now a FDD?03:52 If you have these 3 legs of the stool, you have a franchisee! 06:20 Are you licensing a concept or franchising a concept?09:26 Where does a business cross the line into Franchising?16:23 The biggest challenges & what can we do better19:09 Percentage of Employee Engagement by a Gallop study23:11 What Leaders of Franchisors need to actively include in their strategic planning meetings!25:05 What is the foundation of the disengagement & what do people need?28:00 Tolerate is a very dangerous word29:55 What was the goal of today? Connect Andrew J. Shermanhttps://brownrudnick.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Andrew-J.-Sherman/author/B001JP9TUC?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/  

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 is everything! Your attitude will lead your actions which will lead to your success as a leader.Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/

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 about franchising, business growth, and overcoming challenges in life.  Episode 2 of 2 Show Outline: Three things a CEO should never say (01:16)Don’t quit…Appreciate the good times by struggling (06:14)Don’t buy your hobby (07:10)When you work on your business you create multi-units and wealth (10:50)Hardest part of running a business (17:33)                 Connect with Kim at: www.kimdaly.tv  Connect with Adam at: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO  https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO  https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/   Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts

In this episode of Start With a Win, we talk to franchise expert Kim Daly about franchising, business growth, and overcoming challenges in life.                 Show Outline:What is the Dream? (02:33)Freedom – Defined (04:14)Solo or Partnership with framework, why pick franchising? (05:40)Biggest challenge in franchising – The Silent Killer! (09:59)It’s about the Journey! (10:50)Shift your Mindset…Locust of Control (13:33)Busy vs Productive…Maximize what you can control (16:04)Three A’s of Leadership (19:36)Do you remember how your felt? (22:21)Connect with Kim at: www.kimdaly.tv Connect with Adam at:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ Listen, rate, and subscribe! Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts

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—instead, turn them into opportunities that lead to solutions that lead to forward progress!Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/

Systems engineer Ernesto Mandowsky is the CEO of CPD Advisors where he helps founders and leaders scale their organizations. His passion is in working with early-stage founders and entrepreneurs to transform their operations by utilizing his proprietary 6P Playbook. Drawing on his experience in management systems and the hospitality industry, he developed his powerful playbook for business growth and sustainability by focusing time and attention on the following six principles: priorities, people, projects, promotion, playbooks, and planning. When working with founders, Ernesto found that many people actually set goals incorrectly. Instead of focusing on the results they want to see, he helps leaders visualize effective goals that put plans into action. Establishing procedures for each cycle a business goes through on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis ensures efficient time management and clear feedback for moving forward. Playbooks also provide concise training and professional development programs that promote the bigger vision of a company. Working within systems specifically designed for your business supports growth in the implementation of both internal and external operations.Main TopicsApplying systems engineering in the hospitality industry (02:00)Ernesto’s 6P Playbook (04:00)Identifying priorities in business (06:27)Maintaining relationships for business success (08:53)Managing projects so they don’t take over your day (12:26)Benefits of video email to build connection (15:27)Promotion strategies for sharing the mission of your business (17:11)Playbooks are repeated, coordinated sets of actions (18:50)Different levels of planning (20:13)   Episode Linkswww.freesystemscall.comwww.ernestomandowsky.comConnect with Ernesto:https://twitter.com/emandowskyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ernestomandowsky/https://www.instagram.com/ernesto_cpd/Connect with Adam:https://www.startwithawin.com/https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://twitter.com/AdamContosCEOhttps://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/Listen, rate, and subscribe!Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts