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Shaun Rawls: The Cost of Saying Yes to Everything
May 20, 2026
33m 19s
Quick Win - The Surprising Secret to Driving Exceptional Results
May 15, 2026
0m 37s
Quick Win - Transforming Team Culture for Extraordinary Results
May 8, 2026
0m 36s
Tania Khazaal: How to Lead Yourself, Your Family, and Your Business
May 6, 2026
23m 50s
Quick Win - Achieve Your Goals with Solution Oriented Thinking
May 1, 2026
0m 39s
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| 5/20/26 | Shaun Rawls: The Cost of Saying Yes to Everything | In this episode of Start With a Win, join Adam Contos, host, as he steps into a powerful, no-fluff conversation with Shaun Rawls - a leader who has built empires, walked away from them, and redefined what success truly means. Shaun pulls back the curtain on the invisible forces shaping how we spend our time, energy, and attention - challenging the habits, relationships, and decisions we often accept without question. Through candid stories, sharp insights, and a few unexpected twists, this episode invites you to rethink what’s driving your life and leadership… and what might be quietly holding you back.Shaun Rawls is the Founder and CEO of Rawls Consulting, a national speaker, and author of F-it-less: Living Without What Holds You Back. Over 25 years, he built Atlanta's #1 residential real estate firm — The Rawls Group of Keller Williams — growing it to 2,000 agents and $4 billion in annual sales, earning him a spot on Real Trends' Top 40 Brokers in America.A Georgia Tech grad, Shaun lives in Atlanta with his wife Jeri and their five kids. When he's not building businesses, he's at the beach, on a motorcycle, or on the tennis court.00:00 Intro02:15 Sometimes you have to get out to start new…04:35 Wanted to write it to be this not reactive!06:40 Skills are to make part of your toolbox not this… 08:35 Key skill – listen up!14:10 Biggest aha on writing a book or not writing…15:40 Four Energy Quadrants 19:35 Willing VS Want.22:30 Where leaders get in trouble a lot!24:40 Make them feel the pain to understand.30:05 Gratitude didn’t resonate with me! https://shaunrawls.com/https://www.facebook.com/theshaunrawls/ https://x.com/rawlsshaun https://www.instagram.com/theshaunrawls/===========================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 | 33m 19s | ||||||
| 5/15/26 | Quick Win - The Surprising Secret to Driving Exceptional Results | Elevate your team's results with influential leadership! Lead by example, demonstrating commitment and a strong work ethic. Utilize persuasive communication to align efforts with organizational goals. Cultivate a positive attitude, strong decision-making skills, and lasting relationships. Your influence inspires action. That's your key to success! #InfluentialLeadership #LeadershipExcellence #TeamEmpowerment⚡️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 | 0m 37s | ||||||
| 5/8/26 | Quick Win - Transforming Team Culture for Extraordinary Results✨ | team cultureresults-driven+3 | — | — | — | team culturesuccess mindset+3 | — | 0m 36s | |
| 5/6/26 | Tania Khazaal: How to Lead Yourself, Your Family, and Your Business✨ | leadershipfamily healing+5 | Tania Khazaal | Tania the Herbalist Inc. | — | leadershipfamily healing+5 | — | 23m 50s | |
| 5/1/26 | Quick Win - Achieve Your Goals with Solution Oriented Thinking✨ | solution-oriented thinkingteam culture+4 | — | — | — | solution thinkingteam success+4 | — | 0m 39s | |
| 4/24/26 | Quick Win - Unlock Your Focus: Essentialist Strategies✨ | focusessentialism+3 | — | Essentialism | — | essentialismfocus+3 | — | 0m 37s | |
| 4/17/26 | Quick Win - Don't Think Big✨ | goal settingsmall steps+3 | — | — | — | small winsbig goals+3 | — | 0m 28s | |
| 4/15/26 | Mitch Matthews: Why Most Goals Stay Small (and How to 10x Them)✨ | goal settingleadership+3 | Mitch Matthews | DREAM THINK DONIKE+3 | — | goalsleadership+4 | — | 32m 43s | |
| 4/10/26 | Quick Win - Declutter Your Life✨ | declutteringorganization+3 | — | — | — | declutterpruning+4 | — | 0m 53s | |
| 4/3/26 | Quick Win - Respecting Time✨ | time managementrelationships+3 | — | — | — | respect timebuild relationships+3 | — | 0m 34s | |
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| 4/1/26 | Rich Horwath: Stop Wasting Time on Business Strategy That Doesn't Work✨ | business strategyleadership+3 | Rich Horwath | Strategic Thinking InstituteFast Company+3 | — | strategyleadership+6 | — | 30m 18s | |
| 3/27/26 | Quick Win - Is Emotional Intelligence Important?✨ | Emotional IntelligenceLeadership+3 | — | Start With A WinApple+5 | — | Emotional IntelligenceLeadership+3 | — | 0m 35s | |
| 3/20/26 | Quick Win - Unlocking Career Success: The Power of Emotional Intelligence✨ | emotional intelligencecareer success+3 | — | Start With A WinApple+5 | — | emotional intelligencecareer growth+3 | — | 0m 34s | |
| 3/18/26 | Henna Pryor: How to Stop Being Awkward✨ | leadershipawkwardness+4 | Henna Pryor | Inc. MagazineSUCCESS Magazine+7 | — | leadershipawkwardness+5 | — | 23m 24s | |
| 3/13/26 | Quick Win - Great leaders don’t expect their team to serve them✨ | leadershipteam empowerment+3 | — | — | — | leadershipteam success+4 | — | 0m 37s | |
| 3/4/26 | Rome Madison: The One Belief That's Killing Your Growth | In this energizing episode of Start With a Win, Adam Contos sits down with powerhouse speaker and futurist Rome Madison for a raw, no-nonsense conversation about stepping boldly into uncertainty. Together, they explore what it truly takes to lead fearlessly, push past the lies we tell ourselves, and break free from the comfort zones that quietly hold us back. Rome brings his trademark fire - mixing story, strategy, and spirit - to challenge listeners to rethink confidence, reframe failure, and reconnect with the deeper power they already possess. This is a conversation that shakes you awake, stretches how you see yourself, and leaves you hungry to grow.Rome Madison is a dynamic speaker, author, and podcaster who helps people boost self-confidence, face fears, embrace uncertainty, and cut through chaos to achieve bold, ambitious goals. Known for his high-energy delivery and inspiring message, he empowers audiences to take risks and pursue success with fearless determination. A pioneer in the precision medicine industry, Rome draws from extensive sales management and executive leadership experience, sharing powerful lessons from leading massively successful start-ups to navigating the challenges of corporate collapse and restructuring. A futurist with a Specialty in Business Strategy from Harvard Business School Online, he blends forward-thinking insight with real-world expertise. Featured on more than 50 TV and radio programs nationwide, Rome has spoken on global stages, including the Consumer Electronics Show, where he shared his expertise on the Future of Healthcare. His mission is simple yet profound: inspire people to crush their goals, no matter the obstacles.00:00 Intro01:50 When you are uncertain?04:50 The statement that is the arrow thru the heart!07:05 One of the great Jim Rohn quotes… 10:20 How to get your mindset correct or kick yourself in the rear?14:02 How to get over the failures? One of the best statements…17:14 One of the lines you tell yourself… 18:27 If you ground yourself in this status, you can be this for the good!23:55 Can’t put into words how amazing the last five mins were, go back and listen.27:10 A moment of what!https://romemadison.com/https://iwantmorenow.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 | 29m 11s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | Quick Win - You're Not a Leader Without Clarity | ⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadershipClarity drives action. Set clear, measurable goals so your team knows exactly what’s expected—clarity is power! 💡 #Leadership #TeamSuccess #Clarity===========================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 | 0m 23s | ||||||
| 2/20/26 |  Quick Win - Fail First. Fail Forward. | ⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadershipSuccess starts with failure. Great leaders see mistakes as feedback, using each one to learn and grow. Fail forward and watch the impact compound! 💪 #Leadership #GrowthMindset #Success===========================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 | 0m 24s | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | John Tarnoff: How to Reinvent Yourself Mid-Career | In this episode of Start With a Win, Adam Contos sits down with John Tarnoff whose career story defies conventional wisdom and challenges everything we think we know about success, failure, and leadership in today’s volatile workplace. What unfolds is a candid, thought-provoking conversation about reinvention, identity, and the invisible forces shaping modern careers - from boardrooms to break rooms. With sharp insights, unexpected truths, and moments that may make you rethink how you show up at work, this episode invites you to question old assumptions, confront uncomfortable realities, and imagine a more intentional path forward - both as a leader and as a professional navigating an uncertain future.John Tarnoff is an executive and career transition coach, speaker, and author who helps mid-career professionals build more meaningful, sustainable careers. After a 35-year career as a film producer, studio executive, and tech entrepreneur—where he was fired 39% of the time—John learned how to turn setbacks into reinvention. At 50, he earned a master’s degree in counseling psychology and built a global career coaching practice.John has led career workshops for MBA programs at UCLA Anderson and Cornell’s SC Johnson College of Business, and coached leaders at companies including Bank of America, Bridgewater Associates, Levi Strauss, SoftBank, and TD Ameritrade. He is a TEDx speaker, the author of the bestselling Boomer Reinvention, and the creator of the 3 Elements Careerbuilder Framework.00:00 Intro02:05 I’m not the problem?03:42 This process is outdated, do this instead.06:05 You work for them, they don’t work for you!08:36 The more you do this, will build this, because of this!11:01 What are the real responsibilities of a senior leader?13:33 Three Elements Framework.20:31 How to reset?23:01 Closing advice…26:35 Write, write, write!===========================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 | 27m 49s | ||||||
| 2/13/26 | Quick Win - The Surprising Reason Why You Can't Get Things Done! | Revitalize your organizational efficiency with the power of rapid execution! Cultivate a culture of swift action, urging your team to swiftly implement decisions and plans. Embrace agile methodologies to expedite project completion and adapt to change seamlessly, often referred to as sprints.Identify your goals, set a clear finish line, and sprint towards it with a focus on achieving a minimally viable product swiftly. Experience the boost in productivity as you cross the finish line.Measure and reward speed and efficiency in task completion while upholding quality standards. Regularly review and check your work to maintain excellence. That's your quick win for the day! #RapidExecution #AgileCulture #ProductivityBoost⚡️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 | 0m 51s | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | Quick Win - Revolutionize your decision-making processes! | Revolutionize your decision-making processes! Streamline efficiency and eliminate delays by implementing clear procedures within your organization. Try the 3-2-1 rule: bring 3 thoughts, 2 options, and 1 suggestion to the table for each decision. Empower your team members to make informed choices within their scope, fostering growth and reducing bottlenecks. Encourage learning about situations through exploring options, ultimately benefiting your business. #DecisionMaking #EfficiencyBoost #LeadershipTips⚡️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 | 0m 44s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | Maria Ross: The Misunderstanding About Empathy That Destroys Teams | In this compelling episode of Start With a Win, Adam Contos sits down with empathy strategist and bestselling author Maria Ross for a conversation that challenges outdated leadership myths and reframes what it truly means to lead in today’s world. With sharp insight, real-world perspective, and an energizing presence, Maria invites listeners into a deeper exploration of how modern leaders earn loyalty, navigate tension, and build organizations people actually want to follow. This episode doesn’t preach - it provokes, stretches assumptions, and leaves you leaning in for what comes next.Maria Ross is the founder of Red Slice, helping organizations drive growth through empathy-driven leadership, branding, and culture. For nearly 20 years, she has worked with startups, nonprofits, and enterprise brands - including Splunk, GSK, Salesforce, and LogicGate - to sharpen messaging, elevate brands, and build strong cultures, leading clients to acquisitions and IPOs.A sought-after speaker and the author of The Empathy Edge and The Empathy Dilemma, Maria also hosts The Empathy Edge podcast. Her insights have appeared on MSNBC, NPR, Forbes, and Newsweek. She lives in Northern California with her family and a lively mix of pets - and a deep love for British crime dramas and Jeopardy!00:00 Intro02:25 A two-year old gave her the idea!05:03 What is the definition – for business?08:05 What are the five pillars?11:31 Last pillar is not what you think, keep listening….14:55 Powerful, powerful quote, you may need to rewind and really listen!22:01 This is your competitive edge. 27:37 This is the misunderstanding… 28:20 And here it is!32:20 I don’t check emails until I complete this.https://www.red-slice.com/https://red-slice.com/podcast/Book: https://red-slice.com/the-empathy-dilemma-book/https://www.instagram.com/redslicemaria/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mariajross/https://www.facebook.com/redslicehttps://www.youtube.com/user/mariajross===========================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 | 33m 46s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | Adam Contos: The 5 Principles Winning Leaders Live By in 2026 | This episode of Start With a Win is a no-nonsense wake-up call for leaders who refuse to drift into the future unprepared. Adam frames a bold close to 2025 and a decisive launch into 2026, he blends hard data, lived experience, and unfiltered conviction to challenge how leadership is actually practiced when the pressure is real. It’s not motivational fluff or distant theory - it’s a sharp, energizing look at what separates those who gain momentum from those who get left behind. If you’re ready for a candid, high-octane perspective that will make you reassess how you lead, work, and show up when it counts, this is an episode you’ll want to hear all the way through and even need to re-watch!⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadershipWant weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com00:00 Intro00:28 Principle 1 - Treat AI Like a Weapon02:29 Principle 2 - Extreme Ownership04:33 Principle 3 - Relentless Standards06:31 Principle 4 - Authentic Connection08:05 Principle 5 - The Grind Came Back09:02 This is not punishment it is preparation!10:30 Rewatch, write down and take action!===========================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 | 11m 25s | ||||||
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