⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership Want weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com In this compelling episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos is joined by leadership coach and keynote speaker Mick Hunt, who shares a deeply personal journey of transformation that started with a childhood promise. If you've ever felt stuck—whether in your career, finances, or personal life—this conversation is packed with insights to help you break through. Mick challenges conventional wisdom by advocating for a "because" statement over traditional mission and vision statements, offering a bold perspective on purpose-driven leadership. With engaging stories, thought-provoking questions, and actionable strategies, this episode will inspire you to embrace discipline, redefine success, and take charge of your leadership journey. Tune in now—you won’t want to miss this! Mick Hunt is a transformative leader and the force behind Mick Unplugged, a movement that goes beyond motivation to drive real change. His top-ranked Mick Unplugged podcast, consistently in Apple’s top 10 for Self-Improvement, features thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and high achievers exploring ambition, resilience, and character. Mick’s signature Mick Factor—Mastery, Imagination, Character, and perseverance—guides his work in keynote speaking, executive coaching, and custom training programs. His actionable insights make him a sought-after mentor for business leaders, athletes, and anyone striving to unlock their full potential. Why Mick? Because he embodies transformation. He’ll inspire change, foster growth, and guide you to personal and professional fulfillment. In a world hungry for authentic leadership, he’s a beacon, empowering you to transcend limits, unlock your true potential and discover your true "because.” 00:00 Intro 01:50 Is success an athlete, entertainer, doctor or lawyer? 04:10 Leadership is not that! 06:18 Growth is boring, but this is overwhelming! 08:28 Mick’s concept… 11:40 Leaders should look at this to grow… it’s not judgement. 14:13 Bad Leaders do this… 18:02 We have this gap, not just a leadership gap. 23:40 Not in the morning, I start at this time! https://mickunplugged.com/ =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347 Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT =========================== Connect with Adam: =========================== Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/ Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ #adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory

⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership Want weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com In this powerful episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos sits down with leadership expert and bestselling author Coach Kon to uncover the secret to unlocking true employee engagement. With decades of experience transforming workplaces, Kon shares eye-opening insights on why businesses—big and small—struggle with disengagement and what leaders can do to create a thriving, high-performance culture. From the impact of the Great Resignation to the staggering financial cost of lost productivity, this conversation dives deep into the reality of workplace motivation. But the real magic? Kon reveals the four key drivers that can turn disengaged employees into committed, high-performing team members. Don’t miss this engaging and thought-provoking discussion—it could change the way you lead forever! Konstantinos Apostolopoulos (Coach Kon) is the Founder & CEO of Fresh Biz Solutions, helping organizations develop talent, improve results, and drive change. An award-winning coach and international speaker, he is a Thinkers 360 Global Top-50 Thought Leader in resilience and performance. His best-selling books, The Engagement Blueprint and 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis, equip leaders with strategies for building commitment and navigating challenges. With experience across North America and Europe, Konstantinos empowers businesses to lead with impact and adapt to transformation 00:00 Intro 03:01 Two trends that started his research! 07:15 How can a leader run a small business if employees are disengaged? 10:10 Deep level of disengagement, quiet quitting? 12:06 Four drivers of engagement! 21:25 Don’t always have to move vertically. 25:56 Start where everything starts… =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347 Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT =========================== Connect with Adam: =========================== Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/ Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ #adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory

⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership Want weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com In this powerful episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos sits down with marketing trailblazer Paige Velasquez Budde to dive into the evolving world of branding and trust in leadership. As corporate credibility dwindles, the modern CEO must rethink their approach—moving beyond faceless logos to create people-driven brands that resonate on a personal level. Paige, the dynamic CEO of Zilker Media, unveils the secrets behind leveraging authenticity, thought leadership, and visibility to build influence and scale a business. If you're ready to discover how trust has become the ultimate currency in today’s market—and how you can harness it to gain a competitive edge—you won’t want to miss this conversation. Paige Velasquez Budde is Partner and CEO at Zilker Media, an Austin-based agency specializing in people-driven branding. Under her leadership, Zilker Media has been recognized as one of Austin’s Fastest Growing Companies and Best Places to Work. A sought-after speaker, she has led workshops for Ernst & Young, Harvard Medical School, The University of Texas athletics, and more. She has spearheaded marketing strategies for top thought leaders, including New York Times bestsellers Geoff Colvin and Sally Hogshead, and advised major brands like Russell Stover and a2 Milk. Her expertise has been featured in Inc., Texas CEO Magazine, Business.com, and more. 00:00 Intro 01:40 Key principle is this… 04:50 Transition from the brand to this and why it is important… 07:15 Two marketing concepts and leaders need a combination! 10:18 Leaders need to understand it is about this so they can win. 12:41 This can make or break a business! 14:01 More able to story tell, the better: Three areas leaders need! 19:10 Influencer, how to become a business influencer? 22:20 Smallest things make the biggest impact! 25:05 This is where a leader starts. 30:06 Best way to Start Your Day with a Win! https://zilkermedia.com/ =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347 Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT =========================== Connect with Adam: =========================== Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/ Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ #adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory

⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership Want weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com In this episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos sits down with leadership expert and former pro baseball player Mike Robbins to explore the essence of high-performing teams. From the boardroom to the playing field, they discuss the power of culture, chemistry, and commitment in building winning organizations. With insights from Mike’s experience working with top companies like Google and Microsoft, this conversation unpacks what it truly means to be a team, how great leaders foster trust and accountability, and why positive competition elevates everyone. Don't miss this deep dive into leadership, mindset, and teamwork! Mike Robbins is a renowned keynote speaker, author, and leadership expert known for captivating audiences with his insights on team performance and company culture. His five books, including his latest, We’re All In This Together, have made him a leading voice in the field, while his dynamic approach to public speaking has earned him accolades from some of the biggest organizations in the world. A former star baseball player, Mike transitioned from the sports field to the corporate world after an injury ended his career. He quickly rose through the ranks in sales and business development, eventually founding his own consulting firm in 2001. Since then, he has delivered keynote speeches and seminars to Google, Microsoft, Airbnb, and Harvard University, among others, showcasing his ability to resonate with everyone from corporate executives to college students. Mike blends relatable stories with actionable advice, making complex concepts accessible and inspiring for diverse audiences. His work has been featured on NPR, ABC News, Fast Company, and The New York Times, and he is a regular contributor to Forbes. His passion for helping people and teams thrive, combined with his energetic style and sense of humor, ensures a lively and inspiring discussion. 00:00 Intro 01:50 What does it take to call ourselves this… 03:45 If you have this then you have a chance to have this! 06:45 How to maintain cultural integrity? 09:45 Can imposter syndrome be positive? 12:20 This can really mess with you however it really is exciting… 16:28 There is a billion people that don’t care! 18:18 Difference between appreciation and recognition. 21:09 A coach/leader needs to ask this… 25:19 A series of things… https://mike-robbins.com/ =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347 Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT =========================== Connect with Adam: =========================== Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/ Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ #adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory

⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership Want weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com In this episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos dives into the power of holistic freedom with his guest, Coach JV. Coach JV shares his remarkable journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, overcoming adversity, and building a thriving ecosystem of businesses. He reveals what is required to achieve true success and why taking control of your life is the key to lasting fulfillment. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on mindset, resilience, and creating the life you truly want! Coach JV woke up from an attempted suicide on December 18th, 2006, to a book called “The Secret.” From that day forth, the next 17 years of his life would never be the same. After his attempted suicide, JV pursued a bachelor’s degree and graduated from CBA executive banking school and soon scaled himself up to vice president at a large bank. After years of dedication to the corporation, he went through a great spiritual awaking and started to see the system for what it was. He decided to leave the high-paid VP job and with his business partner Cesar Jeremy Quintanilla, created a million-dollar FREEDOM company called 3T Warrior Academy. 3T Warrior Academy has helped thousands of warriors worldwide break free from the job just over broke system and learn how to journey to freedom in mindset, in health, and in generational wealth building. Co-founder of 3T Warrior Academy, a million-dollar business, and Freedom Asset Management Company; Co-creator of Merlin, a cutting-edge crypto tracker; Social media powerhouse with over 2 million combined followers; Featured in IrishTechNews, Yahoo Finance, Business Insider, Apple News, and NewsNationUSA 00:00 Intro 01:35 the secret…where my journey began! 04:10 There was no plan B and this is how I built my resilience! 06:10 Knowledge without this is deadly… 07:57 Our motto… 11:17 This saying may be cliché however is soooo true! 12:55 Holistic what? 16:50 You need this for your fitness, your business, your finances… 19:10 There are three people… 21:25 When you find this or remember this, this will happen! 25:15 All this is for me not against me! 3twarrioracademy https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-coach-jv-podcast/id1265657533 https://www.youtube.com/@3TWarriorAcademy =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347 Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT =========================== Connect with Adam: =========================== Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/ Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ #adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory

⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership Want weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347 Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT =========================== Connect with Adam: =========================== Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/ Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ #adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory

⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership Want weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com In this episode of Start With a Win, host Adam Contos dives into the depths of leadership with Jan Rutherford, a former Green Beret turned executive coach and entrepreneur. Together, they explore the profound parallels between leading in the wilderness and leading in the boardroom, uncovering the traits that define exceptional leaders. With vivid stories from battlefields and boardrooms alike, Jan shares insights on resilience, decision-making under pressure, and the delicate balance between self-reliance and team accountability. If you've ever faced overwhelm or wondered how to lead with clarity and purpose in the face of adversity, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss the chance to discover the secrets to building unshakable teams and unlocking your full leadership potential. Jan Rutherford is an executive coach, keynote speaker and a former Green Beret. He is the founder of Self-Reliant Leadership® where he leads Crucible® wilderness expeditions with executives and veterans. He’s the co-host of The Leadership Podcast, has online courses on LinkedIn, Skillsoft, and Udemy, and is the author of “The Littlest Green Beret: On Self-Reliant Leadership.” His next book, “Becoming a Self-Reliant Leader: How Grit and Disciplined Duty Forge Indomitable Teams,” will be out in the Summer of 2024. 00:00 Intro 01:27 Does a leader have the highest rank? 03:16 Factors that always come up 04:40 What is the biggest problem out there today? 09:02 Where is the duty of accountability? 12:57 This didn’t matter, all that matter is this! 18:02 Take the leadership opportunity and help people understand this! 20:01 What is performance? 23:24 Four levers of how employees produce results! 28:05 A long this and the amazing this can be the best start of the day! =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347 Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT =========================== Connect with Adam: =========================== Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/ Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/ #adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory