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Laura and I had the opportunity to sit down with Kenneth Travis on this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast.  Kenneth shares some great insight into his 3 pillars to Leadership.  Kenneth Travis is the branch manager at Trademark Mortgage and the founder of Next Level Loan Officers. Kenneth is one of the nations leading real estate advisors as a consultant for consumers and professionals.  He has built a wide following of client families, real estate agents, financial planners and bankers serving. Their needs for real estate financing and marketing advice.Support the show

On this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast Laura and I had the opportunity to sit down with Coach Bill Hart.  Bill Hart is an executive coach, speaker, the author of White collar Warrior and the host of All In with coach Bill Hart.  Bill believes that every day is a gift and we shouldn’t squander the life we have been given.  Before becoming a coach Bill was in the mortgage and real estate industry for 25 years.Support the show

On this weeks episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast Laura and I sat down with Real Estate Investor Bo Belmont.   Bo spoke to us about Leadership, and how to Execute your Vision.    Bo Belmont is a serial entrepreneur and a mortgage and real estate expert.  Bo began his career at Ameriquest mortgage.  In 2008 he flipped his first home sparking his passion in real estate.  Since that time Bo has been part of more than 1500 real estate transactions.  He is the co founder of Belwood Univerrsity a teaching and mentoring program focused around investing and he is the founder and owner of Belwood Investments which has become one of California’s fastest growing fix and flip companies.Support the show

This episode we sit down with Jamie Cavanaugh the COO of Amerifund Home Loans.  Jamie shared her thoughts on Leadership and her insights to todays market.   Jamie Cavanaugh is the Chief Operating Officer and Partner at Amerifund Home Loans, Inc. Jamie’s ability to combine her expertise in operations, sales, business efficiencies, and vendor services through the eyes of an originator makes her a sought after advisor to various companies in the industry. With over 20 years in the mortgage industry, Jamie has been on executive leadership teams and has held executive board positions at companies like Bank of America, Countrywide, Prospect Mortgage and Mortgage Corporation of America, Inc.  Her diversified experience includes compliance, origination, credit risk, post closing and secondary marketing management. Jamie holds an FHA DE Underwriting designation along with an active California Real Estate license, NMLS endorsement and is a California Notary Public.Support the show

On this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast I sit down and interview my Co-host Laura Brandao to kick off our The Leadership Mastermind Virtual Event.  It was a fun experience to learn directly from her.  Laura Brandao launched AFR wholesale in 2007, and now serves AFR as President and the only female partner. Laura is the Chair of Women with Vision, A NAMMBA Board Member and the Chair of Nammba’s Visionary program, she is also a NJ Mortgage bankers association board member and Chair of the NJ MBA Women’s committee.Her recent honors include: “2021 10 Most Influential Businesswomen to Follow”, 2021 Most empowering women by Business Fame magazine and “20 Most Successful Businesswomen to Watch” by Insights Success, a 2 time “Women with Vision winner,” a “Top 100 People in Finance,” and an NJBIZ “Best 50 Women in Business.” In 2021 Laura released her first book Say Yes Everyday and is currently working on her follow up book that will be released in October 2021Support the show

On this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast we sat down to chat with Nate Bailey about Championship Leadership.  This is a must listen episode.  Challenge yourself to break through the barriers you place on yourself.  Nate Bailey is a bestselling author with 3 books as well as an entrepreneur.  He has built multiple successful businesses in the insurance and real estate.  He recently fulfilled his lifelong dream of selling his insurance agency to follow his dream of being a full time coach.  Coach Nate is also known as LT Bailey.  Due to his commitment to serving our country in the US Army.  Nate has a simple philosophy on life, live you what you teach this motto truly makes Nate a one in a million coach and implementer.  Nate sees what needs to be done and he does it.  He pushes his teams to the max and he makes sure he’s always leading from the front by pushing himself one step beyondSupport the show

On this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast Laura and I had the chance to sit down with former Super Bowl Champ and Mindset Coach Chukky Okobi.  Tune in and learn the power you have in your mind.  Chukky is an 8 year veteran of the National Football League and a Super Bowl winner with his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers, today he’s an emotional intelligence and integrative psychology professional, using his psychology expertise not only as a Keynote & Motivational speaker, but mainly as a mental performance coach for venture capitalists, startup founders, entrepreneurs, and current/former pro athletes. Through his own professional journey through business, college and professional sports, Chukky Okobi has the personal experience to guide other ambitious corporate leaders to recognize that Success is Simple...if you know the Basic Instructions of Mind Mastery  Support the show

On this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast Laura and I sat down with Brian Covey the VP and Regional Production at Loan Depot.  How do you go from pro soccer player to VP of one of the largest mortgage companies in America – more importantly what did he learn along the way, the answer is A LOT!Once an Olympic USA Soccer Player, Brian quickly learned how to get "cut" and literally... get cut. Fitness and mindset became masteries for Brian very early as his career was affected by the 2007 market crash just years after his soccer team days came to an end, right when he was raising toddlers with his wife Nicole. Brian has mastered the art of a growth mindset, the art of winning, and the art of staying fit. He believes in integration and health over all things. Brian is an executive at loanDepot, a proud father, an influencer, a top rated podcaster and, just simply, a fabulous soccer dad. He throws the suit down and coaches his daughters league with joy several times a week. It's Brian's mission with his new book, "Conversations with Covey", to highlight some of the most incredible stories he's gotten to share on his podcast, the Brian Covey Show.Its all about balance!Ever since Brian was a child he has had this instinctive urge for expansion and growth. “To me, the function and duty of a quality human being is the sincere and honest development of one's potential.”Growing up in Memphis, TN his love for the sport of soccer led him to travel the world, compete at the highest levels & experience so much that has shaped him into the husband, dad & leader he is today.Today, Brian is a VP in the mortgage industry with loanDepot, one of the top 5 lenders in the country. He is still very passionate about being part of a championship team and equipping his team with the tools to excel, leadership development & leading change in the mortgage industry.In 2020 he expanded his platform and started the Brian Covey Show podcast as a way to connect amazing people in his network, and to share their stores of overcoming adversity & setbacks and turning those into wins on & off the field.This led to his book Conversations with Covey being published: this piece highlights some of his favorite guests packed with #inspiration, #hope & actionable steps to help you win your game in life no matter where you are.Brian’s influencer outreach doesn’t stop there: he is also a member of the Forbes Real Estate Council & serves on various committees.  What has given Brian the motivation & drive to become the powerhouse inspirational influencer he is today are a few basic tenants he lives by:1. Be kind to others and put out positive energy to attract the right people2. Always be a learner and addicted to growth through personal development3. Be hungry and have hustle in your game, giving & sharing your talents and gifts with others4. Surround yourself with great people / association matters5. Be passionate about your vision and live your purpose todayIf this resonates with you, contact Brian on any of his socials and start your journey to success with him!Support the show

This week Laura and I had the honor to sit down with Megan Anderson and talk about her keys to Leadership.   Megan Anderson is the VP of Marketing at MBS highway the leading platform for mortgage sales professionals.  Megan has eliminated the fears and obstacles that mortgage and real estate salespeople have in creating video content. Her innovative trainings have transformed them from sales people to celebrity advisors.  Megan is a 2020 Housingwires Women of Influence award winner as well as a 2019 Women with Vision award winner and a 2019 40 under 40 award winner.Support the show

Please join us for this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast with special guest Ana Maria Sanin.  Ana Maria is  the Senior Brand Strategist and CEO of CC Branding & Consulting. It was 5 years ago that she joined the Real Estate / Mortgage Industry as a brand ambassador for a mortgage team, and during this time, she did what she knew and what made sense to promote and generate more biz opportunities for the team. she has been awarded a Women with Vision 2019 and 2020 by WWV and Vision your Success coaching organization.Recently, during the pandemic, after sitting in an executive-level role with one of the biggest mortgage lender firms, she knew it was time to leverage the influence she had gained throughout the years and her work. In June 2020, she launched her company Confident Closers Branding and Consulting; we provide Personal Brand and Marketing services to the industry. Our Mission is to lower the number of women who reach the end of their life and regret the things they never accomplished due to fear or lack of self-love, or simply insecurity. We focus on assisting women entrepreneurs in the mortgage and real estate space to build a Personal Brand Identity, a development, and a growth plan by creating the brand identity and launching it, storytelling, and marketing. I also hold the title of Brand Coach for all students at 2020 Vision your Success, and a coaching organization specifically focused on the mortgage industry.www.anamariasanin.comSupport the show

On this episode of The Leadership Mastermind we sit down with Tim Davis and talk about his 3 key pillars to Leadership.   Tim Davis is the National Director of Coaching for Movement Mortgage. He got his start in the mortgage business 23 years. Tim has started and sold two different mortgage companies, built high producing teams and sold his personal database before moving into coaching full time. He is the founder of Personal Branding Mastery seminars that has taught over 250000 agents how to build their personal brandHe founded Agent Marketing Academy that is taught monthly to agents across the country, Agent Marketing Playbook with a current subscription of over 16000 agents, and The Originators Guide Podcast Tim has authored multiple books on lending, marketing and personal Development. He has grown the coaching team at MM from one person to a team of 8 full time coaches that coach over 700 loan officers per month in one to one phone calls for free.Support the show

On this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast Laura and I sit down with Johnny Quinn to discuss Leadership from Sport to Business.  Johnny Quinn is a highly sought-after speaker for businesses and organizations of all sizes. He is a U.S. Olympian in the sport of bobsled and competed at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. Johnny is also a former pro football player spending time with the NFL’s Buffalo Bills, Green Bay Packers and Saskatchewan Roughriders of the CFL. Johnny has been featured on various media outlets around the world, such as: ABC, BBC, CBS, CNN, ESPN, FOX, NBC, TIME, USA Today and the Wall Street Journal.When Johnny is not on the road speaking, he owns and operates the Johnny Quinn Insurance Agency, helping families all over the state of Texas with their insurance needs.  Johnny’s newest book, PUSH: Breaking through the Barriers is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Target. Johnny, his wife Amanda and their daughter Amelia, reside in McKinney, Texas.Support the show

On this episode Laura and I has the opportunity to sit down with Jas Takhar and talk about Leadership.  A Toronto native, Jas Takhar, has been in the sales and service industry for over 25 years. Soon after deciding to try his hand in real estate, he co-founded the REC, and in the course of 15 years, has successfully propelled his team to the 1st place position in Canada under Royal LePage in 2019.With 41 realtors and 12 support staff, the team advises and assists over 500 buyers, sellers and investors, yearly, across the Greater Toronto Area, resulting in a total of over $1.6B in transactions. Jas’s area of expertise is in helping investors build out their real estate portfolios. Wanting to share his knowledge and experience with the masses, he wrote a book titled Real Estate Intelligence, which teaches others how to buy or sell real estate on their own.Furthering his pursuit to educate and motivate, he now hosts one of the top business podcasts in the country, The Jaz Takhar Podcast; here he interviews guests who share their success stories on real estate investing, entrepreneurship and leadership. He also hosts a daily Instagram Live show called “Nite Cap with Jas” where he answers his follower’s most frequently asked questions. His hope is to provide inspiring content to aid others in removing the friction for their own life, in order to help them get from where they are to where they want to be!  Support the show

On this Episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast Laura and I sit down with Wayne Salmans from The Hero Nation to discuss Leadership from a coaching perspective.  Wayne Salmans's mission is to empower people to be all they can be and to help them transform their lives fast.He has dedicated his life to developing solutions and strategies that make a significant impact on the quality of people's lives and businesses.In the past decade, Wayne has coached and trained over 5,000 entrepreneurs. He was one of the top coaches for the #1 coaching company in the world, was ranked with the top one percent of realtors, and voted one of "30 under 30 Top Realtors" in the nation by Realtor Magazine.Wayne has been called the empowerment coach, the entrepreneur's mentalist, the heart coach, an extreme results guy, and an epic life strategist. But at the end of the day, his favorite title is Dad.When he is not writing, coaching or speaking you will find him rolling around on the floor playing Legos with his five kids and laughing with his beautiful wife.Wayne's passion is to empower people like you to actively engage and participate in their own transformation and success to Be Their Own Hero.Support the show

On episode #9 Laura and I sit down with Jonathan  Fowler.  Johnny Fowler, is the corporate development manager at NRL Mortgage and a mortgage industry veteran who has spent over 20 years building businesses across the country.  Jonny has a heart for people and his greatest joy comes from sharing his knowledge of the industry to help others succeed.  For the past few years he has travelled the country teaching business owners how to utilize social media to drastically change their businesses.  He is a 2 time best selling author and we know that you are going to enjoy his insights today. On the Leadership Mastermind podcast, we want to provide our audience with insights and perspectives from our industry experts so you can learn, grow and be inspired to be a leader to your clients and to your teams. Support the show

Allow me to introduce you to Frank Garza, he is a visionary executive that empowers others to reach their goals and aspirations with enthusiasm and measurable results.  He is the CEO and co- founder of conscious selling a consulting firm that works with technology companies worldwide.  Conscious Selling combines the fast- paced visionary ingenuity of the west and fuses it with the ancient yogic wisdom of the east.  Being the CEO of Conscious Selling also allows him to work from anywhere and makes it so he can attend pretty much every Iowa Hawkeye Basketball game to watch his son and All American Luka Garza. Support the show

On this episode we sit down and talk to Kala Laos co-owner of JK Realty and Zoodealio! Winner, Momboss, Real Estate technology nut, and social media enthusiast. #1 WIN I work everyday with my best friend and hubby, Jason. #2 WIN We parent 2 of the most amazing kids in the world.#3 WIN Together we own and operate JK Realty, sell a lot of homes, and oh we just created a cool real estate software, Zoodealio. #4 WIN We do it to make a positive impact in others lives, give glory to our creator, and squeeze all the juice out of this 1 life. #5 WIN Connecting with you. HMU on FB and IG @kalalaosSupport the show

On this episode of The Leadership Mastermind Podcast Laura and I had the honor of interviewing the Real Life Wizard of Oz Steve Sims.  Do you know anyone that’s worked with Sir Elton John or Elon Musk, sent people down to see the wreck of the Titanic on the sea bed or closed museums in Florence for a private dinner party and then had Andre Bocelli serenade them while they eat their pasta – you do nowQuoted as “The Real Life Wizard of Oz" by Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine, Steve Sims is a best selling Author with "BLUEFISHING - the art of making things happen”, sought-after coach and a speaker at a variety of networks, groups and associations as well as the Pentagon and Harvard – twice! Join my inner circle – The Sims Distillery - https://simsdistillery.comWebsite - https://www.stevedsims.comPodcast – The Art of Making Things Happen - https://www.stevedsims.com/podcast/ The Book – Bluefishing – The Art of Making Things Happen - https://www.stevedsims.com/book/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stevedsims/Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevedsims1IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevedsimsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sdsims/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/stevedsimsSupport the show

On this episode we sit down with the Co-founder and CEO of NEXA Mortgage.  Mike talks about his 3 Key Pillars of Leadership.  Including Leading by Example with his Hardcore Grind.Mike Kortas is the Chief Executive Officer of NEXA Mortgage. Mike has more than 20 years of mortgage experience and has served multiple roles from Loan Originator, Team Leader, Branch Manager, Regional Manager and Vice President in previous positions. NEXA Mortgage was founded in 2017 by Mike Kortas as a co-founder, with the single goal of becoming the best place for all Independent Loan Officers to work at. Under Mike's leadership the company has grown to be the #2 Mortgage Broker in only 2 years time and is on pace to be the largest mortgage company serving Independent Loan Officers. Before serving the Loan Officers of NEXA Mortgage, Mike has been recognized as a top Loan Originator with volume that places him within the Top 1% nationwide. Building teams and other company ventures is something that Mike has excelled at. Mike currently resides in Arizona with his wife and 3 children.Support the show

On this episode we chat with Christine Beckwith from 20/20 Vision For Success Coaching and Consulting.  Christine “Buffy” Beckwith is an Award-Winning, Executive Sales Leader who has spent 30 years in the Mortgage finance industry.  Her life and career are the culmination success stories that reach all the way back to her childhood.  A Best Selling and Award-Winning Author, Christine branched out in 2018 to begin her dream job as the Founder and President of 20/20 Vision for Success Coaching and Consulting. After breaking many glass ceilings in the Mortgage and Banking Industry Christine is a columnist for magazines and is a special correspondent anchoring the news and interviewing experts in her industry. She is the publisher of a successful industry-themed duo of magazines and an advocate for women, dedicating a complete division in her own company to the cause amongst many causes and communities she touches at a vast level.  Christine is active on the national speaking circuit, lecturing on topics including her expertise in finance, and sharing her personal stories of inspiration and motivation while delivering both tactical and practical advice. Over the span of Christine’s 30 year career, she consistently ranked in the top 5% of the respective sales teams beginning with her years as an originator all the way through the sales ranks in many layers of branch, reaching eventually regional then senior leadership roles.   She has been coined by MPA Magazine “The Gordon Ramsey of Banking Coaches” for her ability to take companies and teams to superior financial success. Breaking mainstream in 2019 Christine has appeared on huge stages to speak, kicking off the year at the Miami Garden Stadium with Gary Vaynerchuk Agent2021 as the “Real Estate Expert Panel” Moderator.  She has spoken at the Anaheim Convention center in Los Angeles, The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City, NJ and for numerous prestigious organizations and media companies.Christine will tell you that writing, teaching, and speaking are at the core of who she is, enabling her legacy work with a commitment to make a difference in the lives of professionals and youth everywhere.  Christine is a mother, a girlfriend, a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a home maker, and a lover of laughter, good health, home and heritage.  She calls herself “a happy human”.Support the show