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Want better results? Here's the secret: Get accountable! Accountability causes action with intention, and that creates results. Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/

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 last 25 years teaching a different and more effective approach. Instead of using a disempowering “I am” statement that the brain immediately recognizes as false, he directs people to ask an empowering question that exemplifies who they want to be. By...

Everyone is busy, but not everyone is productive. Time is a precious resource that many squander away on social media or mindless entertainment. Rather than being the victim of time, successful people view time as a currency which can be used intentionally to accomplish daily goals. In order to gain clarity on how to most effectively use time, leaders and entrepreneurs must learn the value of sayi...

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 will be! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/

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., co-author of The Firearms Training Notebook: 1% Better Everyday , and founder of In Honor of Duco Project, Rick proves himself a superachiever by setting an example of excellence. Instead of being defined by his rank or position, Rick defines himse...

As CEO of a 4th generation family business, elite triathlete and author Adam Hill has led his century-old family company through economic, cultural, and leadership changes on the path to long term sustainability. After overcoming more than a decade of alcoholism and unhealthy life habits, Adam transformed his inner fear and anxiety disorder into a superpower. Today he is a highly sought after inte...

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 be sure to give a few shoutouts during your next team meeting! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/

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 truth that connects all humans. The key to success is figuring out how to find balance in all of life’s extremes. Out of this concept, Steven created his brand Lokai. Lokai bracelets serve as a reminder to stay humble on the mountain peaks of life and ho...

The world is changing at lightning speed. The media seems to only offer discouraging news about the current economic situation. While it is natural for some businesses to suffer during these times, many will actually thrive. Adam discusses strategies for achieving health and happiness in the midst of challenging shifts in the economic cycle. First and foremost, people need to take care of their ow...

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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-author of the book Leading with Character: 10 Minutes a Day to a Brilliant Legacy, most of the world’s C-Suite executives are not trained in sustainable practices for overall wellness. Observing this need, Caren combined her passion for leadership and menta...

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 HireBetter. With a passion for growth and a hard-earned, proven set of tools in his toolbox, Wilkin works with other entrepreneurs and CEOs to help them escape the start-up mindset and achieve next-level success.   His debut book, Who’s Your Mike? A No-Bul...

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Patrick Thean is an international speaker, CEO coach and serial entrepreneur—and a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. With his book Rhythm: How to Achieve Breakthrough Execution and Accelerate Growth , Thean shares a simple system for encouraging teams to execute better and faster. Main Topics Patrick’s journey as a young entrepreneur, leading his first company to #151 on the In...

Brendan P. Keegan is CEO of Merchants, a company that provides customized fleet management and fleet leasing solutions to a wide range of businesses. He is an award-winning six-time president and chief executive officer, leading companies ranging from 500 to 10,000 employees. Brendan is currently leading Merchants to be an industry disruptor in the transportation industry, making a string of bold...

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, so you have to be sure to take care of you! Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/

Leaders are not born, they are built through ongoing leadership development and learning the soft skills of leadership. Adam explores how this looks both in the corporate world as well as entrepreneur leaders.  Main Topics The evolution of the Mark and Adam’s facial hair (0:30) How the economy boom of 2015-2020 impacted leadership development and how money flow hides the need for leadership (3:39)...

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 conflicts, including Desert Storm, Bosnia, Iraq, as well as in the battle made famous by the movie Black Hawk Down in Somalia. Sergeant Major Lamb is the Founder and President of Viking Tactics, a tactical training and tactical gear business. He has also...

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

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 conflicts, including Desert Storm, Bosnia, Iraq, as well as in the battle made famous by the movie Black Hawk Down in Somalia. Sergeant Major Lamb is the Founder and President of Viking Tactics, a tactical training and tactical gear business. He has also...

International speaker, Debra Jasper, is the founder of Mindset Digital, which is a digital transformation company that provides in-depth training, strategy and consulting to companies around the world. She serves as a Faculty Fellow at Ohio State University and has been named one of the top 12 Winning Women entrepreneurs in North America by Ernst & Young. Main Topics How COVID-19 impacted our...

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

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 twelve greatest physiques of all time by the fitness industry. Mike is a true champion and well-rounded athlete who has graced over 500 fitness covers. Main Topics How Mike got the title “The Titan” and what it means to him (01:24) The importance of liv...

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 couple of years! Adam’s Top 3 Favorites: Ep. 183 Excuses are the Killers of Leaders with Don Yaeger Ep. 163 Life is Not a Spectator Sport with General Martin E. Dempsey Ep. 129 The Journey to Self-Awareness with Dr. Tasha Eurich Producer Mark’s Top 3 Favo...

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 their desired outcome in mind. Connect with Adam: https://www.startwithawin.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdamContosCEO https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO https://www.instagram.com/adamcontosceo/