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Jett Katina went from finding Performance Windows through an Indeed listing with no door-to-door experience to becoming the Jacksonville Market Owner.But his first several months weren’t a straight climb.Jett joins Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten to break down the distractions and inconsistent commitment that held him back early, the change of environment that helped him finally lock in, and the progression that followed once he decided to go all in.After qualifying, Jett moved into closing, established himself as a top performer, and became determined to make himself undeniable for the next market opportunity. When the call for Jacksonville finally came, he was ready.Now the challenge has changed.Jett shares what he’s learning as a new market owner, including maintaining high standards, having difficult conversations, recruiting, developing people, protecting office culture, and rebuilding Jacksonville into the market he knows it can become.Topics include:• Finding Performance Windows through Indeed• Starting with no door-to-door experience• Competition and sales culture• Removing distractions• Changing environments• Going all in• Qualifying and becoming a closer• Staying hungry after promotion• Making yourself undeniable• Earning a market opportunity• Taking over Jacksonville• Holding people accountable• Building strong office culture• Having difficult leadership conversations• Recruiting and developing a team• Jett’s vision for JacksonvilleWatch Episode 99 of Discipline Desire Dedication with Jett Katina, Dakota Lang, and Garrett Cotten.Subscribe for weekly conversations on sales, leadership, recruiting, personal development, and building high-performing teams.

What happens when Performance Windows market owners from across the company get together in one room?Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten recap the latest Market Owner Meeting and break down the ideas, leadership styles, and strategies they saw from some of the organization's top performers.Different market owners bring different approaches to energy, morning meetings, accountability, routines, and team culture. The opportunity to compare what’s working across offices gives everyone something they can take home and implement with their own teams.Dakota and Garrett also look ahead to the final stretch of 2026, including strengthening existing markets, opening new offices, recruiting, working through the holidays, and the opportunities available for closers ready to make a serious 90-day push toward becoming a market owner.Topics include:• Lessons from the Market Owner Meeting• Learning from other successful leaders• Morning routines and leadership energy• Running better morning meetings• Sales as a transfer of energy• Building stronger markets• Quality over quantity• Recruiting through the holidays• New market opportunities• The 90-day sprint for closers• Building teams and future leaders• Finishing 2026 strongWatch until the end for Dakota and Garrett’s advice to closers who want to put themselves in position for the next market owner opportunity.Subscribe to Discipline Desire Dedication for weekly conversations on sales, leadership, team building, personal development, and growing within Performance Windows.

Chandler Cardon went from working in pipe fabrication in Louisiana with no clear career direction to becoming the Knoxville Market Owner for Performance Windows.After getting fired, Chandler made a decision that completely changed his trajectory. He gave up his apartment, put his belongings in storage, left Louisiana, and headed to Denver determined to make the opportunity work.The path from there wasn't always smooth. Chandler went from becoming a top knocker to struggling badly as a closer, helped build Nashville through a difficult start, got called out when complacency started creeping in, and eventually earned the opportunity to open Knoxville.Chandler joins Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten to talk about betting on yourself, work ethic, coachability, handling failure, maintaining high standards, developing people, protecting team culture, and building a successful market.Now his sights are set on becoming a Regional.Topics include:• Leaving Louisiana and starting over• Work ethic and coachability• Building Nashville• Struggling as a new closer• Eliminating excuses• Complacency in sales• Becoming a market owner• Building the Knoxville market• Creating high standards• Developing leaders• Protecting team culture• Chandler's goal of becoming a Regional• Morning routines and stacking winsSubscribe to Discipline Desire Dedication for weekly conversations with top performers and leaders about sales, building teams, personal development, and creating opportunities through discipline.

Getting promoted to market owner changes the responsibility, the pressure, and the number of people depending on your leadership.Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down the mindset required to open a new market, take over an existing office, establish culture, develop people, and keep an organization growing.They share their own experiences transitioning from top-producing closers into market owners, including the mistakes they made, the standards they learned to set, and the level of accountability required to lead a successful team.Topics include:• Transitioning from closer to market owner• Opening a brand-new market• Taking over a struggling office• Leading from the front• Building culture and belief• Managing former peers• Setting expectations• Developing new recruits• Selling the vision• Taking accountability for team performance• Building the next generation of leaders• Maintaining integrity as responsibilities growA market owner sets the standard for the entire office. The mindset, energy, accountability, and belief of the leader eventually show up throughout the organization.👍 Like the video if you found value.💬 Comment with the leadership principle that has made the biggest impact on your team.🔔 Subscribe to Discipline, Desire, Dedication for weekly conversations on sales, leadership, business growth, and personal development.

Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten have recruited nearly 100 people from Louisiana without having a Performance Windows market in the state.Their results came from belief, consistency, strong leadership, and a recruiting system that continues through every stage of the business.They explain what recruiting looks like as a knocker, closer, market owner, and regional leader. They also break down candidate qualification, overcoming objections, creating culture, using social media, developing future leaders, and building teams that can expand into new markets.Strong recruiting creates internal competition, accountability, leadership opportunities, and a steady pipeline of people ready to grow.Topics include:Building belief in the opportunityRecruiting before becoming a closerGrowing with the people you recruitOvercoming logistical objectionsQualifying the right candidatesLeading recruits through personal exampleUsing social media to attract talentCreating recruiting systems that can be replicatedDeveloping the next generation of leadersRecruiting consistently through every stage of growthSubscribe to Discipline Desire Dedication for more conversations on door-to-door sales, leadership, recruiting, business growth, and financial freedom.

Everyone wants better results, but very few people pay attention to the habits that create them.In this episode, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten share the tips and tricks, routines, systems, and daily disciplines that helped them become top performers in door-to-door sales. From morning preparation and productive meetings to managing time in the field, they break down the habits that consistently produce results.Topics include:• Morning routines• Time management• Productive meetings• Territory preparation• Building momentum• Avoiding distractions• Door-to-door sales mindset• Daily discipline• Consistency that compoundsWhether you're new to door-to-door or looking to raise your production, these tips and tricks offer practical strategies that can be put to work right away.👍 Like the video if you found it valuable.💬 Comment with the daily habit that has made the biggest impact on your performance.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on door-to-door sales, leadership, personal development, and business growth.

Structure creates consistency.Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down the daily routines, standards, and systems that helped them grow as sales professionals and leaders inside Performance Windows.They explain what structure looks like at every level, from a new door-to-door sales rep building daily conversation goals to a market owner leading meetings, preparing the team, and maintaining consistent standards.The conversation covers morning routines, accountability, time blocking, process-based goals, leadership preparation, structured meetings, personal discipline, and creating predictable results.Topics include:Building structure into your daily routineBreaking the workday into manageable sectionsSetting non-negotiable activity goalsFocusing on the processUsing accountability to stay consistentCreating better morning habitsDeveloping structure as a closerLeading through preparationRunning efficient team meetingsBuilding systems that produce repeatable resultsUsing structure in business, family, and personal lifeSubscribe to Discipline Desire Dedication for more conversations on sales, leadership, personal development, business growth, and building a higher standard.

Door-to-door sales can help someone make fast money, but the larger opportunity comes from treating it like a career.Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten discuss their first years at Performance Windows, the cost of chasing higher commissions, the representative who left and returned behind where he could have been, and the commitment required to create financial freedom.They also cover ownership mentality, leadership relationships, year-round sales, career advancement, investing, and the skills that make door-to-door sales valuable far beyond the doors.Subscribe to Discipline Desire Dedication for more conversations about sales, leadership, business growth, and personal development.

Performance Windows has grown to more than 500 representatives, roughly 36 offices, and over $100 million in revenue halfway through the year.Levi Henrie, CEO & Founder of Performance Windows, joins Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten to explain the infrastructure behind that growth. They break down office expansion, market ownership, legal compliance, recruiting, operations, leadership standards, and why splitting strong offices creates more opportunity.Levi also explains why short-term production is not enough, how weak standards turn into culture problems, and why consistency over several years separates real leaders from temporary top performers.The company is targeting between $230 million and $250 million in revenue while continuing to expand offices, improve technology, and create more leadership opportunities.Watch the full episode for a closer look at how Performance Windows is scaling without losing the systems and standards that created the growth.Subscribe for more on door-to-door sales, leadership, recruiting, business growth, and building high-performance sales organizations.

Success changes when your responsibilities change.For Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten, this season is about much more than sales. Their families are growing, their teams are expanding, and their leadership is evolving. As their responsibilities increase, so does their focus on building stronger systems, developing people, and creating organizations that can scale.Episode 90 is a behind-the-scenes conversation about where life and business stand today. Dakota shares what it's been like welcoming his first daughter, while Garrett talks about preparing for baby number three. From there, the conversation moves into regional growth, leadership philosophy, recruiting, simplifying systems, golf as a leadership exercise, and why building people will always outperform chasing short-term production.Whether you're leading a sales team, growing a business, or preparing for the next stage of life, this episode offers practical lessons on leadership, recruiting, consistency, and long-term thinking.Topics CoveredFamily updates and becoming better leadersGrowing multi-million-dollar sales regionsWhy simple systems outperform complicated onesGolf lessons that translate into businessRecruiting as the lifeblood of every organizationWhy systems create long-term growthLeadership evolution inside a growing companyBuilding organizations instead of chasing sales👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.💬 Comment below: What's one lesson that's helped you grow as a leader this year?Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, sales, recruiting, business growth, and personal development.00:00 Growing Families & Episode 90 Update01:31 Keeping It Simple in Leadership03:20 Incentives That Drive Performance04:35 Golf, Business & Preparing for the Next Shot08:52 Recruiting as the Lifeblood of Growth11:15 Creating Repeatable Leadership Systems13:42 How Company Systems Evolve18:44 Why They Didn’t Start Their Own Company21:35 Selling vs Building an Organization23:36 Why Recruiting Creates Real Scale25:12 Final Thoughts & Closing#DisciplineDesireDedication #DDDpodcast #DakotaLang #GarrettCotten #Leadership #SalesLeadership #DoorToDoorSales #D2DSales #Recruiting #SalesRecruiting #BusinessGrowth #TeamBuilding #SalesTraining #LeadershipDevelopment #GrowingTeams #BusinessSystems #SalesSystems #HighPerformanceTeams #CompanyCulture #PersonalGrowth #Entrepreneurship #SalesPodcast #BusinessPodcast

Door to door sales training is not just about knowing the product. Hayden Crawford breaks down why sales systems, accountability, recruiting, and office culture decide who actually wins in D2D sales.From solar and roofing to Performance Windows, Hayden shares what changed when he stopped relying on “gift of gab” and started following a proven door knocking system. This conversation gets into appointment setting, qualifying leads, sales team accountability, recruiting reps, building office momentum, and why excuses kill performance.If you are in door to door sales, recruiting sales reps, or trying to build a stronger sales team culture, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more conversations on sales training, leadership, discipline, and building high-performance teams.00:00 Hayden Crawford’s Door to Door Sales Background01:56 Why Sales Systems Beat Product Knowledge03:59 Training Anyone With the Right Sales Process05:10 Accountability Inside a High-Performance Office07:22 Learning the System After a Rough First Month12:51 Turning Obstacles Into Origin Stories17:46 Building the Albuquerque Sales Market26:30 Recruiting Sales Reps With Benefits, Not Features

Door to door sales can change your income fast, but commission sales also exposes your work ethic, mindset, and vision.Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down why people get into sales, why so many reps quit, and what separates top door to door sales reps from people who treat it like a normal job. From uncapped commission to stress, goal setting, personal development, and the lifestyle required to win, this conversation gets straight to the reality of sales.Subscribe for more sales training, door knocking motivation, and real conversations for reps building a serious sales career. Comment below with the biggest reason people quit sales.00:00 Why People Get Into Door To Door Sales00:40 Sales Was Not The Original Plan02:36 Salary Sales vs Commission Sales06:03 Why Reps Chase Uncapped Income08:16 The False Idea About Sales Work Ethic09:51 Why People Quit Sales11:29 Sales Is A Lifestyle, Not A Clock-In Job17:25 How Top Reps Build Personal Discipline20:20 Vision, Goals, And Staying In The Game26:07 Goal Setting For Sales Reps

Door to door sales training that actually works. Learn how top reps master scripts, tonality, and repetition to close more deals and rise fast in sales.This episode breaks down how elite performers accelerate from beginner to leader by focusing on daily habits, disciplined practice, and replicating proven systems. From memorizing scripts to mastering delivery, the conversation highlights what separates average reps from high earners. It also dives into leadership, recruiting, and how removing ego leads to faster growth and stronger teams.If you're serious about getting better at door knocking, closing more deals, and building a high-performance sales career, this is a blueprint worth studying.Subscribe for more sales training, leadership strategies, and real-world insights.00:00 From Knocker to Regional Leader02:00 Script Mastery & Repetition05:00 Why Top Sales Teams Sound the Same07:30 Ego vs Growth in Sales10:00 Leadership & Building Winning Teams13:30 Fixing Sales Slumps Fast17:00 Recruiting & Scaling a Sales Team

Door to door sales gets harder when reps overcomplicate the job. The basics still win: script, conversations, habits, routine, discipline, and showing up when it is easier not to.Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down how door knocking reps can get out of a sales slump by returning to controllables. They talk about daily sales habits, morning routines, what to listen to on the way to the area, why the car becomes a danger zone, how lunch breaks can kill momentum, and why sleep matters more than most reps want to admit.For door to door sales reps trying to build consistency, this episode is a reset. Keep it simple. Control the basics. Do the hard thing before the easy thing.Subscribe for more door to door sales training, sales discipline, and real conversations on growth. Comment with the basic habit that has helped you most.00:00 Getting Back To Sales Basics00:47 Why Simple Systems Create Growth02:10 Fitness, Faith, Family, And Discipline03:57 The 3 Keys For Door Knockers04:34 Why Sales Reps Overcomplicate Success08:39 Daily Controllables For Door To Door Sales18:20 Night Routine, Sleep, And Sales Performance

Door to door sales mindset, training, and leadership all show up in this conversation with James Edwards. From starting as a sales rep to becoming President of Sales, this episode breaks down what it really takes to win in door to door sales.James Edwards shares real lessons on door to door sales training, recruiting reps, handling discomfort, building confidence, staying consistent, and growing from sales rep to leadership. This episode is built for door to door sales reps who want better results, stronger habits, and a clearer path to long-term success in the sales industry. It also dives into 1099 sales, summer sales, leadership development, and why discipline matters more than short-term motivation.If door to door sales has changed your life or helped shape your mindset, drop a comment below. Subscribe, share this with a rep or manager, and send it to someone looking for real door to door sales advice.00:00 Why Door to Door Sales Changes Lives02:09 Why Utah Became a Door to Door Sales Hub03:18 College, Debt, and Choosing Sales Instead06:08 Recruiting Reps and Betting on Yourself08:57 How Reps Grow Into Sales Leaders14:17 Handling Discomfort, Rejection, and Consistency20:20 James Edwards’ 3 Rules for Sales Success31:22 Leadership Pressure and Growing Into Bigger Roles37:29 The Future of Door to Door Sales

Money management for sales reps is not just about saving money. It is about learning how to manage commissions, plan for taxes, and make your money work for you.In this episode, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down money management for door-to-door sales reps, including financial advisors, tax strategy, investing, and why high income without a plan can still leave you behind.A lot of commission-based reps learn how to make money before they ever learn how to manage it. This conversation gets into what happens when income grows fast, why tax bills catch people off guard, how financial advisors and CPAs can help, and why letting money sit still is not always the smartest move. The episode also touches on real estate, ROI thinking, opportunity funds, and the importance of building a clear plan before making major financial decisions.If you are in door-to-door sales and trying to get better with money management, this is a practical conversation about how to think long term, avoid common mistakes, and start building real wealth with intention. Subscribe for more content on sales, discipline, growth, and personal development. Comment with the biggest money lesson learned so far.00:00 Why Sales Reps Need a Money Plan01:27 Start Early With Financial Advice03:38 Building a Real Money Strategy06:06 Saving vs Investing09:01 Financial Advisors and Better Decisions13:47 ROI Thinking and Smarter Spending17:59 Tax Strategy and CPA Coordination

Door to door sales mindset meets real discipline in this conversation with collegiate fisherman Chance Shelby. From confidence in sales to personal branding and consistency, this episode breaks down what reps can learn from time on the water and applying the same principles to time on the doors.If you want to succeed in door to door sales, this episode is packed with lessons on sales discipline, focusing on controllables, getting comfortable being uncomfortable, and building a personal brand that creates more opportunity.Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten sit down with Chance Shelby to talk about choosing passion over the traditional path, competing at the collegiate level, learning through repetition, and why confidence comes from putting in the work. The conversation draws a clear line between fishing tournaments and door to door sales: both demand consistency, patience, discipline, mindset, and trust in the process.This episode also gets into sponsorships, social media, and why personal branding matters when your success depends on people seeing your value. Whether you're a new rep, team leader, or someone trying to level up in sales, there are real takeaways here on growth, grit, and long-term success.Subscribe for more conversations around door to door sales, mindset, discipline, leadership, and personal growth. Drop a comment with the biggest lesson you took from this episode. Share it with a rep who needs this reminder.00:00 Intro to Chance Shelby03:04 How College Fishing Works08:40 Time on the Water Builds Confidence13:28 Personal Branding and Sponsorships16:33 Travel, Sacrifice, and Relationships18:43 Co-Angler to Boater Growth Path23:02 Focus on Controllables to Win

Door to door sales, sales leadership, and ownership mindset are at the center of this Q1 recap. Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down record-breaking sales growth, what is changing inside the company culture, and why more reps are starting to think like leaders, market owners, and builders instead of employees.This episode digs into sales team growth, door to door sales training, leadership development, and scaling offices, while also shifting into a bigger conversation around real estate investing for beginners, cash flow rentals, and building long-term wealth from active income. It is a strong look at what happens when sales reps stop thinking short term and start building systems, teams, and future income streams.If you are in door to door sales and want to grow faster, lead stronger, and think bigger about wealth, this episode gives a real-world look at the mindset behind it. Subscribe, drop a comment, and share this with another rep chasing growth.00:00 Q1 Sales Recap and Record-Breaking Growth03:25 Scaling New Offices the Right Way05:28 Ownership Mindset vs Scarcity Mentality08:06 Q2 Growth Plans and New Leadership Roles10:35 Incentives, Culture, and Sales Motivation13:01 Real Estate Investing for Sales Reps18:56 Building Long-Term Wealth Through Cash Flow

Door to door sales, sales leadership, and real estate investing all come together in this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication with Parker Vassau, VP of Pointe Pros. This conversation breaks down how reps can grow from knocking doors to leading teams, recruiting high-level talent, building a personal brand, and using sales income to create long-term wealth.Parker shares lessons from more than a decade in the door to door industry, including how the game has changed, why leadership is the next skill after sales, how top recruiters go deep instead of wide, and why abundance, adaptability, and mentorship matter so much in team building. The episode also gets into real estate investing for sales reps, including owner-occupied rentals, buying a fourplex, and using active income to build financial freedom.If you are a door to door rep, sales leader, or someone trying to build a bigger future through sales, this episode is packed with practical perspective. Subscribe for more conversations on door to door sales training, recruiting, leadership, mindset, and wealth creation. Drop a comment with the biggest lesson you took from Parker.00:00 Intro to Parker Vassau and Point Pros02:15 Starting in Door to Door Sales06:00 Why Sales Leadership Has No Ceiling08:09 The Why Behind Long-Term Success11:09 Recruiting Deep Instead of Wide20:12 Personal Brand and Recruiting Strategy25:00 Real Estate Investing for Sales Reps27:04 Skills That Separate Top Leaders34:17 How to Start a Personal Brand39:44 Final Advice for Sales Reps

In this episode, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten dive into the difference between successful and unsuccessful people. Discover the power of goal-setting, time management, and commitment to change.What separates those who succeed from those who fail? It’s more than just money or fame, it’s about mindset, consistency, and action. Learn why mastering time-blocking, having a vision for success, and implementing non-negotiables are key to achieving your goals. Tune in for tips on how you can change your lifestyle and start moving in the direction of success today.Ready to take control of your goals? Don’t miss out on more episodes to unlock your true potential. Subscribe, like, and comment below with your biggest takeaway!00:00 – Introduction to Success vs. Unsuccessful01:02 – What Does Success Mean to You?03:44 – Defining Success Beyond Money06:12 – Time Management: Key to Success08:00 – Setting Non-Negotiables for Achieving Goals09:36 – Commitment to Change: The Key to Moving Forward12:47 – The Power of Belief and Mindset Shifts15:10 – Success is a Journey, Not Just a Destination

Door to door sales success is not luck.This episode breaks down how sales consistency is built through systems, discipline, and structure.In this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication, Mark Dietze shares his real door to door sales journey, from bouncing between industries to making $8,700 in his first week and then hitting zero the next. What changed was not motivation, hype, or timing. It was committing fully to a proven door to door sales system.The conversation dives into sales scripts, consistency, recruiting, and the mindset shift required to move from short-term wins to long-term results. Mark also explains how trusting structure, staying on script, and building accountability led him from knocking doors to becoming a market owner with Performance Windows.If you are in door to door sales and want clarity on why results stall, how to rebuild momentum, and what it actually takes to grow into leadership, this episode lays it out without fluff.Subscribe for more real conversations on door to door sales, discipline, and leadership.Drop a comment with the biggest challenge you are facing right now.00:00 Door to Door Sales and the Reality of Fast Success03:45 Why Early Wins Create False Confidence07:50 How Sales Scripts Create Consistency12:30 Recruiting, Competition, and Growth17:55 Transitioning From Rep to Closer22:40 Becoming a Market Owner30:00 Why Sales Slumps Happen and How to Fix Them

Sales slumps don’t start in the field. They start with leadership decisions.This episode breaks down door to door sales leadership, field work, and running a sales office the right way.Running a successful door to door sales operation requires total commitment, constant involvement, and intentional leadership development. In this conversation, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten explain why sales slumps happen, how early standards shape long-term performance, and why market owners must stay engaged in field work until leaders are fully developed.The discussion covers transitioning out of the field, building accountability, avoiding performance dips, and why the idea of work life balance often holds sales leaders back. If you are responsible for a sales office, developing closers, or scaling a door to door business, this episode outlines the mindset and systems required to keep momentum high.Subscribe for more real conversations on door to door sales leadership and growth.Drop a comment with the biggest challenge you’re facing in your office right now.00:00 Why sales slumps really happen03:00 Field work vs leadership roles06:00 The myth of work life balance in sales09:30 Developing leaders to replace yourself13:00 Avoiding dips after market owner spin offs17:00 Accountability and ownership in sales offices

What separates average reps from a Golden Door winner in door to door sales?This episode breaks down sales mindset, discipline, and state control behind a $1M month.In this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication, a 2025 Double Golden Door winner explains how elite door-to-door sales reps think, operate, and stay locked in when rejection stacks up. The conversation covers script discipline, daily habits, emotional control on the doors, and how mindset—not talent—creates consistency.You’ll hear how top performers manage their sales state, avoid reactive behavior, and focus only on buyers. The discussion also explores the transition from closer to market owner, leadership pressure, and why belief systems matter more than motivation in commission sales.Subscribe for more real conversations on door to door sales and leadership.Drop a comment with the mindset shift that hit hardest.00:00 Golden Door mindset explained03:10 Why structure beats talent in door to door sales06:45 Script discipline vs improvisation10:05 How a $1M month is mentally sustained14:20 Handling rejection without losing state18:30 Transitioning from closer to market owner24:05 Selling yourself before selling the door

Discipline vs motivation in door to door sales. 75 Hard, 72 hour fast, and real commission sales mindset.Most reps rely on motivation. Top performers rely on discipline. This episode breaks down how a 72 hour fast exposed bad habits, why 75 Hard builds sales accountability, and how door to door sales reps can avoid complacency in a commission-only environment. If you're serious about growth, this is about fundamentals, not hype.From getting back on script to holding leadership standards in every office, this conversation covers how to stay consistent in sales, why overcomplicating kills revenue, and why discipline beats motivation every time. In commission sales, comfort is a warning sign. Growth demands daily habits, accountability partners, and relentless execution.Subscribe for more on door to door sales discipline, leadership growth, and high performance habits. Drop a comment: Are you running on motivation or discipline right now?00:00 Discipline vs Motivation in Sales03:45 72 Hour Fast and Breaking Bad Habits07:30 75 Hard and Daily Sales Accountability11:20 Leadership Standards in Door to Door16:00 Overcomplicating vs Sales Fundamentals21:30 Avoiding Complacency in Commission Sales24:30 Never Finished Mindset for Growth

How does a brand-new door to door market owner build real door to door sales leadership in year one? This episode breaks down the wins, failures, and hard lessons behind creating durable culture in a new market.Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten sit down with Thomas Hernandez, San Antonio market owner for Performance Windows, to unpack what it really takes to launch and stabilize a new office. Thomas explains his 60 day sacrifice D2D model, why he housed nearly his entire team, and how that shaped building sales culture from day one. They dive into recruiting, screening reps, and the realities of managing new closers after fast early success. The conversation also covers how to diagnose a door to door sales slump, why self-accountability matters more than outside criticism, and how to return to the basics that created momentum in the first place.If you’re building a team, opening a market, or leveling up in door to door sales, subscribe, like, and comment with your biggest takeaway.00:00 — First Year as a Door-to-Door Market Owner02:08 — Fear, Leaving Austin, and Leading People03:08 — Housing the Whole Office (60-Day Sacrifice)05:16 — Building Real Door-to-Door Culture12:07 — From 750K Month to New Closers18:02 — Fixing a Sales Slump by Going Back to Basics23:08 — What’s Next for San Antonio

Door to door sales growth depends on more than closing deals.This episode breaks down recruiting, leadership, and the mindset needed to scale in D2D.In this conversation, top-performing leaders inside Performance Windows break down what actually drives long-term success in door to door sales. From recruiting the right people to building culture, leadership vision, and market owner development, this episode covers what separates short-term closers from long-term builders.The discussion explores door to door recruiting strategies, coaching methods, and why selling vision matters more than selling systems. You’ll hear real insights on growing teams, managing larger offices, developing future leaders, and why willingness to move and sacrifice early can dramatically accelerate career growth in D2D sales.If you’re serious about building a future in door to door sales, this episode lays out the mindset, structure, and habits that top market owners consistently follow.Subscribe for more door to door sales training and leadership conversations.Comment below: what stage are you currently at in your D2D career?00:00 Introduction to Door to Door Leadership02:45 Giving Back and Sales Integrity05:30 Building Culture in Door to Door Sales08:10 Managing Growth and Larger Teams11:15 Why Recruiting Drives Revenue14:00 Selling Vision to Build Leaders18:10 Moving Markets to Accelerate Career Growth

Door to door sales coaching and leadership that scales starts with one rule: keep the standard the same, even when the coaching style changes.This episode breaks down sales team standards, coaching knockers vs closers, and how to lead when nobody is watching.New year momentum is real, but consistency gets tested fast, especially on the road. The conversation ties discipline habits (72-hour fast, cold showers, staying in the gym) to leadership execution: setting expectations, adjusting communication to the person, and building trust by doing the work first.If coaching is happening but results are not changing, the fix is usually simple: follow-up and implementation. Drop a comment with the biggest coaching challenge in a door to door team right now.Like, subscribe, and share with a leader who is raising standards this season.00:00 New Year Discipline and 72-Hour Fast02:45 Coaching and Leading in Door to Door Sales03:40 Same Standard, Different Coaching Style05:30 Choose Hard: Pressure Builds Performers07:10 Lead by Example: Integrity When Unseen09:00 Coaching Knockers vs Closers Expectations15:30 Follow-Up and Implementation That Changes Results

The conversation covers cold plunge / cold shower discipline, planning the night before, and using accountability the right way. There’s also real talk on 75 Hard lessons, a 72 hour fast for the mental challenge, and how the same mindset applies when it’s time to knock another door even when the day feels heavy.Subscribe for more D2D mindset and goal setting for sales reps. Drop a comment with your #1 non-negotiable for 2026 and share this with a rep who wants stronger consistency.

Everyone wants success. Very few are willing to live the sacrifice it really takes.In this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication, Dakota and Garrett pull back the curtain on what “grinding for the bigger picture” actually looks like: saying no to weddings and parties, missing trips, deleting social media, blocking distractions, packing the house with recruits, and choosing discipline over comfort when everything in life is pulling in the opposite direction.They talk about:Moving states with no guarantees and no moneyLetting people live in their home to build a teamSaying no to funerals, date nights and nights out to hit quotasCutting off family distractions to stay locked inWhy success is not balanced and why obsession is requiredHow to set realistic goals for the new year that actually get doneThe power of routines, non-negotiables and small daily winsIf you’re serious about changing your life in 2026, this is the perspective check that separates “wanting success” from actually doing what it takes to earn it.Like, comment and subscribe if this episode challenges how you look at sacrifice, distractions and goals for the year ahead.

Door to door sales goals, millionaire milestones, and real estate moves for 2026. This conversation hits on door to door sales motivation, passive income for sales reps, and what it actually looks like to chase a million before 30.Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down two years of Discipline, Desire, Dedication, nearly 70 episodes, and a year where income goals pushed past seven figures. They lay out clear sales goals for 2026, talk through building a wedding venue in Louisiana, buying rental properties, learning the 1099 tax game with real professionals, and staying consistent with fitness and Ironman-level training while still closing deals. If you are a door to door sales rep looking to turn commissions into rental properties, stack passive income, and tighten up goal setting, this one lines up with where you want to be.Drop your 2026 income goal in the comments, then like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you do not miss the 40 planned episodes, giveaways, and future millionaire stories.00:00 Year-end reflection and 2-year D2D milestone01:25 Consistency, sponsors and merch goals for 202603:10 5k trip giveaway story and future prizes04:22 Wedding venue plans and real estate income goals07:04 Million before 30 and big sales income wins10:05 Rental properties, 1099 taxes and money pros12:54 Investing in self and big 2026 podcast plans

You want growth? Start posting. This episode breaks down content creation tips, social media video marketing, and how Bryson went from sports edits to paid retainers—then wrestled with scaling a creative agency in Utah.From overcoming camera fear to landing that first business client, Bryson shares how “free work for portfolio” led to retainers, why client clarity beats gear, and when to hire an editor vs stay solo. Expect real talk on posting consistently, storytelling vs trends, and building a small video shop that actually fits life and family.Comment your biggest roadblock to posting, subscribe for weekly growth conversations, and share with a creator who needs the push.00:00 Welcome & Utah travel chaos (setup)01:23 Bryson’s backstory: mission → video → business03:51 First retainers & switching from sports to brands07:59 What clients really want: story > specs12:22 Cringe to craft: learning by posting16:48 Packages, shoot cadence, trend vs original21:45 Scaling pains: hiring editors, quality control26:23 Advice to start: free work, portfolio, ask questions30:11 Consistency > perfection: post, then improve33:04 Final take: “Just post.”

Change doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built through discipline, perspective, and sacrifice. 💪 Discover how real transformation starts when you change what you think, who you surround yourself with, and what you feed your mind.In this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down what it truly takes to change your life. From leaving behind bad habits to embracing new routines, they share how mindset, environment, and consistency determine success. Whether you’re in door-to-door sales or building a new version of yourself, this episode will inspire you to choose hard and commit to real growth.If you’re ready to level up your mindset and your results, hit Subscribe, drop a comment on what change you’re making next, and share this with someone who needs it.00:00 – What Real Change Looks Like02:00 – Breaking Bad Routines04:00 – The Power of Perspective and Mindset06:00 – Consistency Over Comfort08:00 – What You Feed Your Mind Shapes You10:00 – Creating a New Normal12:00 – Growth Through Discomfort14:00 – Day One or One Day—Taking Action

Door to door sales isn’t luck—it’s a system. This episode breaks the appointment setter to closer path and what it takes to become a market owner in a competitive D2D shop.Chance Lott (Performance Windows OKC) shares the real path: leaving plant work, burning the boats, learning scripts, recruiting early, and shifting into sales leadership. You’ll hear how consistent reps, deadlines, and standards turn chaos into commissions—plus what new reps must do in month one to avoid stalling.If you’re eyeing a career change to D2D sales, this talk maps the milestones, from first script pass-offs to building a room that wins. Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments and share this with a teammate who needs the push.00:00 Welcome & Why D2D Works When You Commit01:28 Chance’s Story: From Rough Start to Opportunity06:34 Plant Work to Sales: Long Hours vs. Long-Term Upside10:55 Certifications, Pay Ceilings, and the Pivot to D2D14:12 Breckenridge Moment: Proof, Deadlines, Commitment22:11 Burn the Boats: Month One Reality for New Reps33:24 Taking the Call: Market Owner Hesitations & Lessons37:11 Leadership Shift: Standards, Presence, Field Time39:10 Final Advice: Bet on Yourself, No Plan B

Door to door sales, sales script, and market owner strategy—this episode shows the exact path from knocker to closer to launching a new market. Learn how to qualify fast, build consistency, and lead a team the right way. From qualifying in months 4–5 to training closers and opening Reno, Axel breaks down appointment setting, recruiting, and the daily routine that beats burnout. We cover sales mindset, leadership systems, and how to turn Nov–Jan into momentum for the whole year—without reinventing what already works.If this helped, drop a comment with your biggest takeaway, like/subscribe for more door knocking tips, and share with your team.00:00 Knocker to Closer: the real starting line02:45 Learning the script & first door mistakes (fixes)05:54 Consistency over hype: beating the mundane days08:50 Reno launch: 90-day market owner play11:46 Leadership shift: training closers & recruiting14:40 Qualifying under pressure: mindset that holds19:31 Final takeaways: do what already works—daily

Progression in door-to-door sales isn’t guesswork. In this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down how reps at Performance Windows move from knocker to closer to running markets — and why some people stall while others scale fast.Hear real examples from lawn care and pressure washing, why learning every role first matters, how to “buy back your time” with recruiting, and what a growth-focused culture looks like when a company opens 2–3 new markets a month. If you’re a d2d rep who wants leadership, this one is built for you.Drop a comment with your current position (knocker, closer, manager), hit like, and subscribe for more d2d sales breakdowns.00:00 Welcome + life update in Utah01:26 What “progression” actually means in d2d02:31 From knocker → closer → market owner (Performance Windows)04:16 Learning every role before hiring06:08 Buying back your time with recruiting09:26 Selling + recruiting: the only 2 levers12:30 Why some companies can’t scale15:12 Merch, giveaways, more episodes coming

Life insurance sales, remote sales, and the path from appointment setter to closer—told by Kelly Vincent of Pinnacle Life Group.Learn proven sales scripts that work, how independent insurance brokers scale, and the persistence behind passing the life insurance exam.In this episode of Discipline • Desire • Dedication, hosts Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten dive into Kelly’s journey from telesales/solar to remote life insurance sales, why broker vs captive matters, the burn-the-boats mindset, and how to mirror top performers without “reinventing the wheel.” You’ll hear practical advice on lead generation, Zoom presentations, recruiting remote agents, and building a sales team while protecting your own production.If you’re a door-to-door rep exploring remote sales or a new agent chasing that first deposit, this conversation is your playbook.Subscribe, comment, and share to help another rep level up.

Strong matriarchs scale empires—here’s the playbook.Dream 100, couples goal setting, and community that actually moves the needle.From teen entrepreneur to founder of the Live Big Collective, Andrea Wilde shares how wives of entrepreneurs can create generational wealth with mindset, systems, and support. We cover Dream 100 partnerships, “who not how,” 90-day goals (intention → habit → reward), retreats, and a practical couples framework that aligns marriage, money, and mission—without burning out.

In this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication, Christian shares a tough childhood, recovery from drugs/alcohol, a 25-year chef career, and the pivot to sales. He breaks down knocking → closing → market ownership, building belief through daily training, protecting reviews with tight install systems, and why recruiting + process beats “talent.”

Curious how a college golfer turned door-to-door sales into massive success?In this episode of Discipline, Desire & Dedication, Jaxon Long shares his journey from Utah, golf, and a Hong Kong mission to building a strong sales career. Learn the lessons he picked up, the mindset shifts, and how perseverance, culture, and teamwork created his path to growth and financial freedom.

From blue-collar plant shifts to market owner in door-to-door sales. Inside Performance Windows, commission pay, and building a team from scratch.This episode tracks a Louisiana native who left the plants, battled doubt, qualified as a closer (months 5–6), and now runs Houston—shifting from takeaway sales to customer service, recruiting, and real leadership. Expect mindset, discipline, scaling a room, handling slumps, and setting a $2M office record.

Starting real estate at 19 during Covid, Porter Hawkins built a portfolio of 5 rentals by age 24. Here’s how he did it.In this episode of Discipline, Desire and Dedication, Porter shares his journey from skipping college to building a thriving real estate business, leveraging house hacking, creative financing, and no-money-down strategies. He breaks down how young investors can get started, build equity, and scale—plus the tax benefits and systems that make rental properties sustainable.

A life-changing mission in West Virginia reshaped his faith, mindset, and purpose. Now, at just 21, he’s building a business and chasing greatness.In this inspiring episode, hear how a two-year walk with Christ, lessons from poverty-stricken towns, and a relentless drive to serve others have shaped his path. From missionary work to mastering insurance sales, discover the mindset shifts, mentors, and discipline fueling his journey to impact lives and achieve big goals.

In this episode of Discipline, Desire, Dedication, Evan Guppy Guidry opens up about the trials of launching a market in Nashville, overcoming setbacks, and leading a team to success. 🌟Discover the real challenges of market ownership, from dealing with failures to building an unstoppable team. Guppy shares his journey of leadership, setbacks, and how focusing on growth led to closing in on a million-dollar month. Don't miss out on this powerful insight into business leadership and growth!

Success isn’t just about making sales—it’s about mindset and perseverance. In this episode, Josh DunMoodie shares his journey from struggling in the beginning to becoming a market owner and leader. Discover the challenges he faced, how he turned setbacks into growth, and what it truly takes to excel in the world of sales. Watch now for a behind-the-scenes look at his path to success and how you can apply these principles to your own life!

Discover the secrets behind a productive day in sales from top performers. In this episode of Discipline, Desire, and Dedication, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten break down what it truly means to succeed in door-to-door sales. Get a behind-the-scenes look at their routines, the importance of planning, and how failure drives growth. This is a must-watch for anyone in sales looking to level up and stay consistent.

What makes a great leader in sales? It's not about being liked, it's about being respected. In this episode, we discuss how respect is built, how it affects success, and the role it plays in company culture. We dive into personal stories, tough lessons, and how to manage respect in a fast-paced sales environment. Learn how to turn challenges into growth opportunities and why leadership is key to success. Don’t miss out!

In this episode, we dive into the transformative journey of Eric Taylor, from his early days in door-to-door sales to his pivot into tech sales. Learn how perseverance, mentorship, and a commitment to growth led Eric to success. If you’re looking to transition careers or just seeking inspiration, this conversation is packed with valuable insights on sales, mindset, and finding balance. Don’t miss out on these key lessons!

Discover the real story behind the rise of Performance Windows! From college dreams to a multi-million-dollar business, Dakota and Garrett share their journey, overcoming challenges, making life-changing decisions, and hitting major milestones. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the hard work, persistence, and mindset that led to their success. If you're ready to change your life, this episode is for you!

What does it take to go from a college athlete to a top executive at a fast-growing company? In this episode of Discipline, Desire, and Dedication, Cody Cooper, Director of Operations for Performance Windows, shares his inspiring journey from small-town Idaho to leading 20+ markets nationwide. Get a behind-the-scenes look at his rise in the door-to-door industry, the challenges of scaling a business, and the mindset that fuels his success.

In this episode of Discipline, Desire & Dedication, Dakota Lang and Garrett Cotten dive into the process of building new businesses, overcoming challenges, and pushing through doubt. Whether it’s opening a wedding venue or scaling a new market, they share the mindset and strategies that helped them keep moving forward even when results weren’t immediate.Tune in to hear how they navigate the journey of growth, leadership, and success!