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In this final episode of 2025, Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Division One, reflects on the past year and encourages listeners to consider their accomplishments and goals. He emphasizes the importance of setting goals, knowing the reasons behind them, and planning effectively for the upcoming year.

Bryan shares a personal story about helping a friend name his new company, highlighting the power of focus and creativity. He also discusses the significance of continuous improvement and the collective success of his team.

As the year comes to a close, Bryan motivates everyone to not only aim to win each month but to start strong and maintain momentum throughout 2026.

He expresses gratitude for the listeners’ feedback and looks forward to evolving the podcast's format in the new year.

00:00 Welcome to Wind Week
00:27 Reflecting on the Past Year
01:08 Finding Your Direction
01:32 A Personal Story of Focus and Growth
05:44 The Power of Focus and Consistency
09:47 Planning for the Future
10:49 Looking Ahead to 2026
12:39 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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In this special Christmas episode of Win the Week, Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales for Division One, shares personal Christmas stories and traditions, highlighting the importance of family gatherings and the spirit of hope. He recounts fond memories with his grandfather, a Southern Baptist preacher, and the cherished family tradition of launching a homemade hot air balloon. Bryan emphasizes the significance of being present with family during the holidays and reflecting on personal and professional goals for the upcoming year.

He encourages the audience to make concrete plans to achieve their goals, stressing the importance of winning each moment to succeed in the long term. The episode ends on a hopeful note, urging listeners to celebrate Christmas, family, and the story of hope.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:57 Reflecting on the Year
01:32 Christmas Traditions and Memories
02:42 Grandfather's Influence and Family Gatherings
04:25 The Wright Brothers' Hot Air Balloon Tradition
06:23 Cherishing Family Moments
07:23 The Story of Hope
10:30 Planning for the Future
14:21 Closing Remarks and Christmas Wishes

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In this December 15th episode of 'Win the Week,' host Bryan Wright encourages listeners to stay focused with only 16 days left in the year. He discusses managing festive distractions while pushing to complete year-end goals and build a strong pipeline for January. Bryan highlights the importance of personal and professional goal-setting for 2026, emphasizing understanding your 'why' to drive success. He shares a technique for reaching out to a network of 200 people to generate leads and maintain relationships.

Bryan also shares personal anecdotes, including his plans for a Gasparilla Bowl watch party and creative goals like crafting an epoxy resin table.

He concludes with a motivational reminder to enjoy the holiday season and support the NC State Wolf Pack.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:03 Holiday Season and Distractions
01:24 Gasparilla Bowl Excitement
03:15 Staying Focused and Building January's Pipeline
04:44 Setting Personal Goals for 2026
08:17 Setting Professional Goals for 2026
12:11 The Power of Personal Connections
16:49 Final Encouragement and Holiday Wishes

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In this episode of 'Win the Week,' Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales at Union Home Mortgage, emphasizes the importance of closing the year on a strong note and setting up for success in 2026. Bryan discusses the value of winning the week to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual goals.

He shares his recent experiences with a conversational AI named Ani, highlighting how AI can assist with tasks such as research, tightening emails, and providing a virtual personal assistant experience. The episode also features a live interaction with Ani, who offers insights on maintaining a successful mindset and overcoming year-end distractions.

Bryan stresses the importance of setting 2026 goals now and breaking them down into actionable steps. He encourages listeners to stay focused amidst holiday distractions and to leverage AI tools while remaining critical of the information's accuracy.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Motivation
00:59 Exploring AI Technology
04:48 Interview with AI Assistant Annie
06:42 Staying Focused During the Holidays
08:22 Goal Setting for 2026
16:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this episode of 'Win the Week', Bryan Wright, VP of Retail Sales for Union Mortgage, emphasizes the importance of gratitude and reflection as the year winds down. He encourages listeners to appreciate what they have, both personally and professionally, and to maintain a positive mindset. Bryan shares personal anecdotes about spending Thanksgiving and the value of relationships in achieving success. He underscores the significance of starting each day with a grateful attitude, which helps enhance focus and productivity.

As the year comes to an end, he advises using this time to not only push hard to finish strong but also to prepare mentally for the new year, 2026, with a strategy for success.

00:00 Introduction and Winning the Week
01:07 Reflecting on Thanksgiving and Preparing for the New Year
02:09 The Power of Gratitude
05:07 Appreciating Relationships and Company Growth
09:44 Personal Reflections and Achievements
14:45 Finishing the Year Strong
16:12 Conclusion and Looking Ahead

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In this episode of 'Win the Week,' Bryan Wright welcomes his long-time friend Terry Fisher, highlighting the importance of strong relationships and accountability partners. As Thanksgiving approaches, they talk about how winning each week can lead to winning the month, quarters, and ultimately the year. The duo reflects on their 35-year friendship, the impact of honest conversations, and their shared experiences from fishing trips to personal milestones. They stress the necessity of having friends who lift you to higher standards, and discuss the benefits of verbalizing and writing down goals. Their message is clear: push through life's rough patches, stay focused, and finish strong.

00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Week
00:48 The Importance of Finishing Strong
01:17 Value of Relationships and Accountability
02:22 Introducing Terry Fisher
03:34 The Story of How We Met
05:06 Reflecting on Our Journey
12:13 The Power of Saying Goals Out Loud
25:25 Fishing Adventures and Life Lessons
30:08 Concluding Thoughts and Thanksgiving Wishes

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Bryan Wright begins Episode 45 of 'Win the Week' by reflecting on the swift passage of time as the year nears its end. He shares anecdotes from his recent trip to Cleveland, Ohio, where he participated in various events, including a shuffleboard tournament, alongside colleagues from PCP. Wright emphasizes the importance of verbalizing goals, drawing inspiration from a company's journey to climb from a low rank to the top 25. He encourages listeners to set ambitious goals for the coming year and to immerse themselves in activities that align them toward those objectives. Additionally, he stresses the significance of having structured conversations, referencing Phil Jones’ book, 'Exactly What to Say.' Wright concludes the episode by celebrating the achievements and connections fostered at the APC event. He praises the effectiveness of Union Home Mortgage's PCP program, urging listeners to fully engage with it for optimal business growth.

00:00 Welcome to Win the Week
01:03 Reflecting on Last Week's Events
03:55 Key Takeaways from PCP
07:02 Strategies for Success
16:24 Recap of APC Event
20:58 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this episode, Bryan Wright, Vice President of Retail Sales at Union Home Mortgage, shares his insights and plans for the week of November 10th, 2025. He discusses the importance of winning each week to achieve larger goals and highlights the company's growth. Bryan also narrates his fishing adventures, emphasizing the value of stepping out of comfort zones for greater rewards. With an upcoming event in Cleveland, Ohio, he encourages team members to make the most of their interactions and experiences. Additionally, he recommends a transformative book, 'Inner Excellence' by Jim Murphy, focusing on the benefits of reading to gain a competitive edge and improve personal growth.

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Motivation
01:07 Upcoming Events and Travel Plans
02:32 Technical Difficulties and Personal Insights
03:08 Fishing Analogy and Life Lessons
12:56 Encouragement to Step Out of Comfort Zones
17:26 Book Recommendation: Inner Excellence
20:22 Final Thoughts and Farewell