In this episode of Building Bigger Lives, Kathryn and Michael welcome Richard Jefferson, an EVP with Network Funding, to their podcast. Richard, who has been in the mortgage industry for 30 years, manages people across four time zones. They discuss his leadership style, his approach to understanding and accommodating the unique attitudes and emotions of his team members, and his passion for the mortgage industry.

Richard shares his personal experiences, including his daily morning routine, his passion for cooking, and his approach to maintaining positivity despite challenges. The team also discusses the future of their company, Network Funding, over the next three years, with Richard emphasizing the importance of being a professional in one's community to compete with larger competitors.

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In this episode, Kathryn and Michael discuss Michael’s recent attendance at the Modern Mortgage Summit, which was divided into two parts. The first part was covered in a previous episode, while the second part, the Mortgage Real Estate Summit, was directed towards real estate agents. In this episode, Michael shares his insights from the summit, highlighting the high-level real estate professionals who spoke, including Dave Savage and Todd Bookspan. He praised the event organizers for bringing together both sides of the housing industry audience, making it beneficial for lenders and realtors alike.

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In this episode of Building Bigger Lives, Patrick Palmer, a veteran in the mortgage industry, shares his experiences and insights on leadership with Kathryn and Michael. He discusses the evolution of his leadership style, emphasizing the importance of intentional learning, patience, and maintaining passion in leadership roles. The conversation also covers strategies for long-term success in business, the value of focusing on personal strengths, and the significance of authenticity and honesty in leading teams.

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In this episode, Michael Regan and Kathryn Pedersen discuss the Modern Mortgage Summit in Las Vegas, which was co-hosted by Todd Bookspan and Dave Savage. The event featured a mix of mortgage and real estate professionals, with the morning focused on mortgage professionals and the afternoon on real estate professionals. The event was live-streamed to around 6,000 people.

Michael and Kathryn discussed various topics related to the Modern Mortgage Summit, including the differences between hunters, farmers, and fishermen, and the importance of making referral partners the heroes of the story. They also discussed the concept of embracing discomfort for personal growth and success, and the importance of directing rather than drifting in one's work. Additionally, they touched on the idea of 'design dilemmas' and the importance of practice and learning from experiences.

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Greg Harkavy, a veteran coach, shares his journey from being a workaholic in the mortgage industry to finding balance through life planning in today's episode of the Building Bigger Lives podcast. He emphasized the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing personal life, and regularly updating one's life plan to reflect changing values and priorities. The discussion highlighted the significance of intentional living, making a meaningful impact, and leaving a lasting legacy, with Greg encouraging listeners to explore life planning as a tool for personal and professional development.

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In this episode, Kathryn and Michael discuss the importance of daily disciplines in achieving business goals, emphasizing the need for commitments made on a regular basis to execute towards set goals. They also explore strategies for helping individuals achieve their goals, the difference between disciplines and projects, and the importance of discipline and execution in achieving personal and professional goals. Lastly, they discussed strategies for securing referrals from financial advisors and the importance of daily disciplines for achieving goals.

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In this episode, Kathryn and Michael welcome Christy Walker, a successful real estate broker and business owner, to discuss her experiences and insights. Christy shares her journey of managing a brokerage and being an agent, emphasizing the importance of setting priorities, delegating tasks, and adapting to change. She also discusses the challenges of managing a team of independent contractors and the need for different communication styles to cater to their diverse needs. Christy highlighted her commitment to learning and growth, and the importance of balancing her roles as a business owner and agent. The conversation also touched on the strategic planning involved in managing a business across multiple locations and the use of technology to facilitate communication and support.

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In this episode, Michael and Kathryn discuss the concept of professional peer groups, which are popular across various industries.

They also explore the idea of forming such groups for business growth and problem-solving, emphasizing the importance of a clear purpose, structure, and the power of asking great questions.

Kathryn shares her experience of needing to expand her network beyond her small town, and how she got involved in such groups through conferences and connections. Michael explained his intention behind creating round tables, aiming for equal participation and peer-to-peer professional sharpening. They also mentioned their friend Todd Bookspan, who has been involved in similar gatherings and has inspired their ideas. Michael also asks Kathryn about her experiences after attending such gatherings, and best practices for groups in terms of size.

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