Listen "Party with the Beast: Adam Contos on Leadership, Franchising, & Embracing AI"
Episode Synopsis
In this powerhouse episode of Behind the Franchise, host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Adam Contos, former CEO of RE/MAX, to talk about the wild ride from SWAT commander to franchise titan. Adam shares the gritty realities of leadership, the psychology behind overcoming fear, how to navigate challenging franchisee dynamics, and why AI is already reshaping the future of franchising. Whether you're a founder, franchisee, or exec, this episode delivers gold on mindset, transformation, and what it really takes to scale in a world of accelerating change.🤯 Topics Covered:Adam’s journey from Marine → SWAT → CEOWhat franchising and law enforcement have in commonThe power of reframing fear (“Party with the Beast” mindset)How to use AI to train, lead, and scale betterCulture-building and empowering teams at scaleWhy doing nothing is the biggest risk in the AI era📚 Mentioned: Start With the Win by Adam Contos🌐 Connect: adamcontos.com | yourfranchisegroup.com#Franchising #Leadership #AI #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #REMAX #StartWithTheWin #BehindTheFranchise #FlamelAI
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