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In this special Labor Day 34th episode of 'Win the Week,' Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Division One, diverges from the usual format to bring a unique blend of business insights, team-building, and fishing adventures. Joined by three guests—Brian Smith, Dave Wechsler, and Steve Loechtenfeldt—the episode explores the parallels between fishing and sales, sharing lessons from a recent fishing trip in North Carolina. 

From navigating shallow waters and landing fish to forging strong team bonds and discussing the fundamentals of the Partners Coaching Program (PCP), this episode is loaded with valuable insights for personal and professional growth. 

Tune in for a longer-than-usual but enriching conversation as the guests reflect on their experiences and the impact of PCP on their careers.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Motivation
00:54 Special Labor Day Episode Format
03:16 Fishing and Sales: A Unique Comparison
06:28 PCP Summit Contest and Winners
07:36 Guest Introductions and Trip Recap
17:31 Day One: Fishing Adventures and Challenges
22:10 Day Two: Memorable Moments and Reflections
29:38 The Shallow Game and Soft Chips
29:57 Fishing Adventures and Challenges
31:25 Breakfast and More Fishing
33:36 Shallow Waters and Alligator Encounters
39:59 Sunburns and Evening Reflections
49:00 PCP Program and Personal Growth

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In the August 25th episode of 'Win the Week', Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Union Home Mortgage East Division, shares personal and professional insights about setting goals, measuring progress, and distinguishing oneself in business. He reflects on his recent week full of meetings and travel, the importance of tracking activities for better results, and the difference between inspiration and motivation. 

Bryan also emphasizes excellent customer service with anecdotes from his clothing shopping experience, urging listeners to make people feel valued and special. 

The episode underscores the significance of consistent actions, setting oneself apart, and measuring and managing activities to inspire success.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Update
01:29 Winning the Week: The Power of Consistency
04:52 The Importance of Measurement
15:04 Customer Service Lessons from Shopping
24:27 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this 32nd episode, Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Division One, reflects on the swift passage of time as Labor Day approaches, marking the end of summer. He emphasizes the importance of winning each week to achieve yearly goals.

 Bryan shares his recent canceled plans to watch a concert, choosing instead to enjoy a spontaneous weekend getaway to New Bern, North Carolina. He highlights a life-changing Ernest Hemingway quote he discovered, which inspires a deeply personal and motivational message on living fully, embracing one's career, and balancing personal and professional life.

 Bryan encourages his team to appreciate their life and work, urging them to enjoy each moment and not to sweat the small stuff. He concludes with positive affirmations and a look forward to future episodes.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Motivation
00:28 Reflecting on Past Episodes
01:51 Unexpected Changes and Adaptability
03:42 A Memorable Getaway
05:27 Inspiration from Ernest Hemingway
07:45 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
10:42 Embracing Your Career and Life
14:18 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

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In this episode of 'Win the Week,' Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for the East Division, is joined by Brian Smith for a special segment recorded live from 'the swamp.' They discuss their recent fishing weekend at Surf City, Topsail Island, where they went fishing with contest winners and reflected on lessons learned.

 Topics include the importance of building deep, personal relationships, accountability, and the parallels between fishing and prospecting in sales.

 The episode also explores team dynamics, patience, and mentorship in professional settings, inspired by interactions with Steve, a former Coast Guard officer. Overall, it’s a vibrant discussion underscored by personal anecdotes and professional insights.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:36 Weekend Recap and Special Guest
04:44 Fishing Adventures and Reflections
08:13 Building Trust and Relationships
12:17 Deep Conversations and Team Building
17:02 Insights and Future Plans
19:37 Reflections on Influential Relationships
21:01 Lessons from the Coast Guard
22:45 The Importance of Mentorship
25:23 Accountability and Growth
29:34 Fishing as a Metaphor for Prospecting
37:08 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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In this episode, Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Division One, commends his team for their record-breaking performance in July 2025 and inspires them to keep pushing forward. Highlighting the importance of taking action today for better results tomorrow, Wright emphasizes the need for continuous improvement and a proactive mindset.

 He shares personal anecdotes and quotes from influential figures like Brian Tracy and Tim Fargo to reinforce the significance of evolving strategies and setting new goals. Wright concludes with exciting news about an upcoming fishing event and a spirited conversation with winners of a PCP campaign.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:32 Celebrating July's Success
02:45 Mindset and Motivation
05:39 Personal Growth and Change
09:19 Taking Massive Action
11:28 Self-Reflection and Honesty
14:38 Upcoming Events and Conclusion

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Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Division One at Union Home Mortgage, begins by emphasizing the importance of staying focused and consistent even when faced with small successes. He shares quotes from Zan Monroe's book 'Seven Lessons for Success' and discusses the importance of persevering through challenges and changing one's mindset for achieving greater success. Bryan uses personal anecdotes on fishing analogies to underline his points about not becoming complacent and continuously striving for improvement. He concludes by expressing pride in his team's achievements and encourages them to finish July strong and start August with renewed vigor.

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In this episode of 'Win the Week', Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Division One, shares personal reflections and encourages listeners to recognize and embrace their unique strengths. Bryan recounts a recent challenging travel experience and uses it as a metaphor for focusing on what can be controlled. 

He highlights the rise of the Red Clay Strays, drawing inspiration from their journey and a specific song that reminds us of our individuality. Bryan advises listeners to acknowledge their achievements, focus on their strengths, and maintain confidence despite challenges in the market. 

He concludes by urging everyone to stay motivated and believe in their unique talents as they work towards their goals.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Update
00:25 Travel Adventures and Reflections
01:27 Introducing the Red Clay Strays
03:37 Song Lyrics and Personal Reflections
05:46 Embracing Your Uniqueness
08:40 Coaching and Growth
12:35 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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This week Bryan discusses what happens when you the plan you made gets interrupted due to events beyond your control?  What do you do?... Do you stop or give up or do you have a contingency plan.   Bryan shares a story of what happened with him this week beyond his control and parlays it over to your daily plan.

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In this episode of 'Win the Week', Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Division 1 at Union Home Mortgage, encourages listeners to reflect on their progress as they enter the second half of the year. Wright challenges viewers to consider if they are who they hoped to be both personally and professionally. He shares a personal anecdote from a fishing tournament, using it as a metaphor for overcoming life's obstacles and staying true to oneself. 

Wright emphasizes the importance of action, self-assessment, and gratitude in achieving one's goals. He concludes by reminding listeners to stay safe over the 4th of July holiday and to continue building meaningful relationships.

00:00 Introduction and Motivation
01:42 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
02:29 Fishing Analogy and Life Lessons
05:37 Professional and Personal Alignment
14:06 Taking Action and Being True to Yourself
17:22 Conclusion and Well Wishes

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Bryan Wright, Vice President of Division One at Union Home Mortgage, speaks to his team in 'Win the Week' on June 23, 2023. With only seven days left in the quarter, he emphasizes the importance of tracking progress and staying focused to achieve long-term goals. Bryan recaps feedback on including his wife, Jennifer, in previous discussions and shares insights from recent regional meetings in Wilmington, NC. These sessions highlighted the significance of evaluating what's working and what's not to foster growth. Bryan also underscores the value of finding personal quiet time for self-reflection and resetting one's mindset to stay inspired and effective. He encourages his team to continue pushing through the second half of the year with perseverance, focus, and teamwork.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Motivation
01:43 Reflecting on the First Half of the Year
03:01 Regional Meeting Insights
04:38 Mastermind Sessions and Team Collaboration
07:34 Finding Your Quiet Place
14:33 Final Thoughts and Encouragement