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Foster a culture of solution-oriented thinking within your team! Ask the crucial question: What would have to be true for this to occur? Knowing the answers empowers your team to approach challenges with creativity and effectiveness. Equip your team with the necessary tools and training to address tasks efficiently, utilizing their understanding of the questions that need to be asked. Solution-based thinking propels you towards the finish line. That's the key to success! #SolutionThinking #ProblemSolving #TeamSuccess

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In this episode of Start With a Win, host, Adam Contos sits down with Sarah Williams, a leading entrepreneur in the subscription box industry, to unpack key leadership insights on business growth and innovation. Sarah shares her transformative journey from corporate layoffs to creating a thriving multi-million-dollar enterprise through personalized subscription boxes. With an emphasis on courage, adaptability, and customer-centric leadership, Sarah reveals how she scaled her business, built a loyal audience, and overcame challenges in logistics, marketing, and e-commerce. Aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders will gain valuable lessons in resilience, leadership through service, and how to turn passion into a profitable, sustainable business.

Welcome to the world of Sarah Williams, widely recognized as The Subscription Box Queen, where entrepreneurship meets innovation, and success is cultivated one box at a time. Sarah is a dynamic force in the subscription box industry, guiding aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners alike through the intricacies of launching and growing thriving subscription box businesses. Her book, "One Box at a Time," published by Hay House, distills her proven strategies. Sarah's expertise shines through her commitment to teaching, coaching, and actively managing her own successful subscription box business on a daily basis. Unlike many in her industry, she is not just a teacher — she is a practitioner, facing and overcoming the challenges that her students encounter. Join her community at LaunchYourBox.com to unlock the secrets of sustainable, profitable ventures.

00:00 Intro
02:12 Do you have control of your future?
05:10 Treat your on-line customers like this…
06:50 Do you need many followers?
10:42 Answers to how…
15:30 What does walk into every door that is open to you, mean?
16:35 Community, Community, Community!
18:41 How do you pick a niche?
20:41 Get started by doing it, how!
22:58 Coffee is a must and then…

https://www.framedbysarah.com/product/monogram-box-product/

https://www.launchyourboxwithsarah.com/

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Enhance your team's productivity through strategic resource management! Assess and allocate time, budget, and personnel effectively to maximize results. Beware of resource creep, which can lead to unnecessary spending and wasted time. Combat business waste by continually evaluating resource utilization, ensuring optimum efficiency, and identifying areas for cost savings. Achieve more by managing resources efficiently. That's your quick win for the day! #ResourceManagement #Efficiency #Productivity

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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!

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In this episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos joins Scott Albrecht and Scott Anderle on their podcast, The Credit Union Leadership.  We are entering into a new era in our movement. In the next five years we will see a record high in credit union CEO's retiring. The challenge is that most have not raised leaders to take our place as we move forward. In this episode we talk with Adam Contos - a Former SWAT Team Leader and Former CEO of RE/MAX Holdings, to talk about the importance of systems to live out the legacy leaders want to be known for.  We cover a set system in C-Suite succession planning, creating a weekly process to make yourself the most effective leader possible, and how to connect with others on the same path - Emerging Credit Union Leaders Group. 

Host, Adam Contos is joined by Dr. Elia Gourgouris, known as America’s Happiness Doctor in this compelling episode of Start With a Win! Their discussion dives deep into the transformative power of happiness in leadership. Dr. Elia shares insights from his journey as a clinical psychologist and executive coach, revealing how happiness can be both this and that (listen to the episode to find out). Discover how embracing happiness not only boosts personal well-being but also drives team success and organizational growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to unlock the full potential of their leadership and personal life through the lens of happiness.

Dr. Elia Gourgouris, Ph.D. in psychology, is an America's Happiness Doctor and the author of the #1 Amazon best-selling books '7 Paths to Lasting Happiness' and '7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters'. He is the President of The Happiness Center and a Founding Partner at The Global Institute of Thought Leadership. His motto “Happiness is a choice!” has led him to become a leading authority in Happiness and Corporate Wellness and a highly in-demand Speaker at conferences and Universities worldwide. Over the last 25 years, he has helped thousands of people achieve happiness and fulfillment, both in their professional and personal relationships through his coaching and keynotes.

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In this captivating episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos invites listeners to explore the profound connection between leadership and the power of sports. Joined by the legendary Don Yaeger, a master storyteller and leadership expert, the discussion delves into how high-performance teamwork in sports can seamlessly translate into the business world. Don, who has worked with iconic figures like Walter Payton and John Wooden, shares insights from his journey and reveals how the best THIS not only captivate but inspire actionable change. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to harness the power of narrative to lead with impact and connect on a deeper level.

Don Yaeger is an award-winning keynote speaker, twelve-time New York Times best-selling author, and host of the top-rated Corporate Competitor Podcast. With a career spanning roles as Storyteller in Residence for National Geographic, Executive Leadership Coach, and longtime Associate Editor for Sports Illustrated, Don is recognized as one of America’s most provocative thought leaders. Renowned figures like John Maxwell and Simon Sinek have praised him as the best storyteller they've ever worked with, a reputation that has earned him invitations to major talk shows, including Oprah and Good Morning America.

In 2020, Don launched the Corporate Competitor Podcast, which quickly became a top-rated show in America and by 2022, was listed by Spotify in the top five percent of the most followed and shared podcasts worldwide. He has interviewed high-profile guests such as former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and CEOs of major companies like Disney and Delta Airlines. Don resides in Tallahassee, Florida, with his wife, Jeanette, and their two children.

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Grab a pen, paper and get ready to take notes in this engaging episode of Start with a Win host, Adam Contos dives into the art of building habit-forming products with Nir Eyal, a renowned expert in psychology, technology, and business. Nir, known for his groundbreaking books "Hooked" and "Indistractable," shares insights into creating products that captivate users by integrating psychological principles. Listeners will discover the four-step model that can drive user engagement and foster lasting habits. Nir’s discussion offers practical strategies for anyone looking to design products that not only attract users but keep them coming back. He offers practical tips for managing distractions, including mastering internal triggers, timeboxing, and reducing unnecessary meetings. Tune in to discover how to transform your routines and reclaim your focus, making technology work for you rather than against you. A must-listen for entrepreneurs and product designers alike.

Nir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about psychology, technology, and business. He previously taught at Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design. Nir co-founded and sold two tech companies and was dubbed “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology” by The M.I.T. Technology Review. He authored two bestselling books, Hooked and Indistractable, which sold over 1 million copies in over 30 languages. Indistractable won the Outstanding Works of Literature Award and was named a Best Business and Leadership Book of the Year by Amazon. Nir’s writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Harvard Business Review, Time Magazine, and Psychology Today. He blogs at NirAndFar.com and invests in habit-forming products like Eventbrite and Canva. Nir attended Stanford Graduate School of Business and Emory University.

00: Intro
02:03 Doing anything without thinking about it is this…
03:58 Took the secrets of Silicon Valley for this model?
05:35 Four phases to this model
08:30 A habit forming product has to have this phase!
14:11 If you don’t have a habit, you better have a competitive advantage, Warren Buffett calls it…
17:06 Think outside the box, for this reward, as you can’t buy this!
21:01 Why are we distracted so easily in life?
22:20 What is the opposite of distraction, it’s not focus!
28:10 We haven’t learned this to deal with the discomfort!
31:01 If you follow these four strategies you will become indistractable.
34:50 PURPOSE of a meeting, it is stated here, listen in…

www.nirandfar.com

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In this insightful episode of Start With a Win, Adam Contos engages in a compelling discussion with Justin Jones-Fosu, CEO of Work Meaningful, on the art of respectful disagreement. Justin delves into his new book, "I Respectfully Disagree," which provides a framework for navigating challenging conversations with empathy and respect. The conversation covers Justin's personal journey influenced by his mother's teachings and experiences, as well as practical strategies for fostering understanding and productive dialogue. With a focus on emotional intelligence and curiosity, this episode offers valuable insights for leaders seeking to create cultures of belonging and navigate ideological divides constructively.

Justin Jones-Fosu is a full-time dad-e who also happens to be an international speaker, a social entrepreneur, a critically acclaimed author, and mountain climber (he recently conquered one of the famed 7 Summits). His passion for elevation extends beyond trekking, it’s mirrored in the work he does as the CEO of Work. Meaningful. and in his writing. His newly released book, I Respectfully Disagree, challenges the reader to focus on building bridges to people rather than barriers from them.

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In this engaging episode of Start With a Win, Adam Contos dives deep into the art of mental strength with Scott Mautz, CEO and founder of Profound Performance. Scott, a seasoned leader from Procter & Gamble, shares his journey from the corporate world to becoming an influential author and educator. The conversation explores the essence of mental strength, breaking down its critical components and how leaders can harness these to drive success both personally and professionally. Listeners will gain insights into Scott’s new book, "The Mentally Strong Leader," and learn practical strategies to build resilience, confidence, and boldness. Don't miss out on this powerful discussion that promises to inspire and equip you with the tools to lead with greater mental fortitude.

Scott Mautz is the CEO and Founder of Profound Performance™, a keynote, workshop, and training organization empowering business leaders to become better, more inspired versions of themselves. Scott is an award-winning bestselling author, a popular LinkedIn Learning course instructor, and a faculty member at Indiana University’s School of Business for Executive Education. His most recent book is The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. Scott’s unique combination of corporate experience, research, storytelling techniques, comedy, and dynamic delivery engages both hearts and minds.

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