Start With A Win

Adam Contos
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Every day you have a choice. You can wake up and choose to give in to mediocrity and complacency, you can choose bad habits and poor choices, and you can do the bare minimum to get by and fly under the radar. Or you can choose to make today the day that sets you apart from the crowd, you can choose to start doing the right things, the things that will set you up for success. You can choose to create a life that is worth living, worth waking up to, and worth sharing with the world around you. Today You can choose to start with a win.

  1. 5d ago ·  Bonus

    Quick Win - Master Your Mindset

    Ever feel like your day is off to a rocky start? It might be your mindset at play. Believe it or not, our thoughts shape our actions. Are you approaching each day with abundance or scarcity in mind? Trust me, an abundance mindset opens doors to opportunities, while scarcity holds you back. So, what's in your stinking thinking? Let's shift to abundance and unlock your potential. That's your quick win for today! #MindsetShift #AbundanceMindset #QuickWins ⚡️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

  2. Sep 2

    Adam Contos: Why 90% of High-Achievers Get Trapped in Complacency

    This week, I’m sitting down with Mitch for a deep dive into success, purpose, reinvention, and why your best chapter may still be ahead of you. My career has taken some fascinating turns. From law enforcement to entrepreneurship to leading one of the world's most recognized real estate brands as the CEO of RE/MAX Holdings, I’ve learned that while the titles on your business card may change, the mission stays the exact same: build trust, solve problems, and help people move forward. Whether you're just starting out, navigating a major career transition, or wondering what’s next after achieving significant success, I’m sharing some practical wisdom on how to create momentum, find your ultimate purpose, and build a life you never want to retire from. 00:00 Intro01:40 Adam’s powerful definition of success04:15 Why solving problems become the foundation of every career move07:35 The side hustle that unexpectedly opened the door to RE/MAX12:15 The shift from “wins and losses” to “wins and learns”13:10 How micro wins create macro results17:15 Why boredom might actually be pointing you toward your next season19:36 The Game Changer Strategy 23:20 The Struggle Strategy28:30 Lightning Round – Major Insights, Listen til the End ABOUT DREAM THINK DO PODCAST: DREAM THINK DO is the motivational podcast that gives you the stories, science, and strategies to DREAM bigger, THINK better, and DO more of what you were put on the planet to do. Hosted by Mitch Matthews – success coach, author, and keynote speaker – each episode features powerful conversations with world-changers like Brendon Burchard, Lewis Howes, Sara Haines, and Michael Hyatt… plus everyday people with extraordinary stories. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, creative, or someone chasing a big dream, you’ll get the inspiration and tools to take your life and career to the next level. Think personal development meets real-world strategies – all delivered with heart, humor, and zero hype. https://mitchmatthews.com/blog/  ===========================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

  3. Aug 28 ·  Bonus

    Quick Win - Lead by action, not words

    Choose one action today that demonstrates the behavior you want your team to emulate. Ready to lead by example? Start now. ⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱?  ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadershipWant weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com ===========================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

  4. Aug 21 ·  Bonus

    Quick Win – Why People Really Quit (And How to Stop It)

    ⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱?  ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadershipWant weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com People don’t quit jobs — they quit feeling unseen.Only 1 in 3 employees say they feel like they belong at work. That’s not a retention issue. It’s a culture issue. Recognition is your responsibility, not just your HR department’s.Presence beats policy every time. Make people feel seen — daily. How do you make sure your team feels seen before they sign off each day? ===========================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

  5. Aug 19

    Randall Thames: The Biggest Mistakes Leaders Made (And How to Fix Them)

    ⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱?  ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadershipWant weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com Why do some leaders plateau while others continue to soar? In this Start With a Win episode, discover the secrets to continuous growth with Randall Thames, CEO of InSpirit Institute and author of 'Rise to the Role'. Randall shares his proven 3 D’s framework, revealing how high achievers can stop running on autopilot and design inevitable outcomes. If you're ready to break through to the next level of leadership, this conversation is your catalyst…Randall Thames is the CEO and Executive Leadership Advisor of Inspirit Institute, a concierge agency providing bespoke representation for current and aspiring executives. A former Senior Partner at Korn Ferry and the author of "Rise to The Role", Randall masterfully blends executive coaching with cognitive reframing to help leaders achieve what he calls "Inevitable Outcomes." He developed the "Discover, Develop, Display" framework to help high achievers intentionally design their path to success and build the resilience required to thrive in the C-suite. 00:00 Intro01:40 How do you make leaders better?03:43 The three D’s.07:04 This happens when you get into the C-Suite!10:05 There’s dragons in life…13:12 Great reshape…14:11 What is Actionable Insights?17:21 Wanted to share my researcher so people can do this to the next level!20:07 Daily Rhythm Sequence… https://inspiritinstitute.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallthames/https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Role-Superpower-Inevitable-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0FM8TRWZC  ===========================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

  6. Aug 14 ·  Bonus

    Quick Win – The 15-Minute Habit That Builds Loyal Teams

    A single 15-minute conversation can be the reason someone stays — or the reason they leave.Weekly, meaningful check-ins aren’t a “nice to have.” They’re the leadership game changer. Gallup found that frequent, intentional conversations drive the highest levels of engagement.Block time this week. Ask. Appreciate. Align. How do you create space for meaningful connection with your team each week? ⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱?  ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadershipWant weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com ===========================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

  7. Aug 7 ·  Bonus

    Quick Win - Turn Your Dreams into Goals: The Power of Action

    Ever wonder what sets a dream apart from a goal? It's simple: action steps. Take a moment to think about what you truly want to achieve. Now, reverse engineer it. Break it down into actionable steps. What can you do today, tomorrow, and the next day to bring your dream to life? Trust me, consistent action is the key to making your dreams a reality. That's your quick win for today! #GoalSetting #ActionSteps #QuickWins ⚡️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

  8. Aug 5 ·  Video

    Atiba de Souza: How AI Can Make You a Better Leader

    Have you ever felt trapped in your own business? Atiba de Souza, author of 'The Delegation Trap', has witnessed leaders at the top of their game unintentionally become the chokepoint in their own organizations. In this Start With a Win episode, you'll discover how to break free from the delegation trap, empower your team, and build a business that thrives beyond your direct involvement. Learn the secrets to fostering a culture of independence and innovation, and why asking the right questions is the key to leadership success in the modern world. Atiba de Souza is an author, entrepreneur, and relationship mentor who helps leaders break free from burnout and build teams that take ownership. He wrote The Delegation Trap: It’s Not Them, It’s You, a story-driven guide teaching leaders how to let go of every task and get results that shine. With 25+ years running gyms, bakeries, and food service companies and coaching National Championship youth football teams, he knows firsthand what it takes to turn average performance into excellence. His mission is simple: transform overwhelmed bosses into confident leaders of teams that thrive, even when they’re not in the room. 00:00 Intro01:38 I didn’t mean to be an author…04:27 Be very open when it comes to this in leadership! 08:01 I want them to leave my company.11:35 My first AI project…13:48 What is a thinking partner? 18:50 Can our society switch the academic space?24:01 Reality is, what we have seen before and the difference this time is this…26:20 Rewind the last 15 seconds and LISTEN again!   29:38 It has changed, never had an answer in five years like this! ===========================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

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Every day you have a choice. You can wake up and choose to give in to mediocrity and complacency, you can choose bad habits and poor choices, and you can do the bare minimum to get by and fly under the radar. Or you can choose to make today the day that sets you apart from the crowd, you can choose to start doing the right things, the things that will set you up for success. You can choose to create a life that is worth living, worth waking up to, and worth sharing with the world around you. Today You can choose to start with a win.

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  • Creator
    Adam Contos
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    570
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 START WITH A WIN
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