How often do you compare yourself and your business to others? And how does doing so impact your overall mental state? Comparing ourselves to others is an interesting action. Sometimes comparison is seen as something unhelpful and negative, while other times, it clearly plays a role in highly competitive industries. When it comes to your…

Successful entrepreneurs are ambitious. It takes a certain level of dedication to one’s goals to make it as an entrepreneur, and there are several key strategies that help these professionals excel. Whether you consider yourself a full-blown entrepreneur or simply appreciate the entrepreneurial spirit of ambition, these achievement strategies are ones that any professional can…

Millennials are a generation used to having a great deal of information instantly available. Growing up with the internet and smartphones has given them a different perspective on what it means to be accessible. So, what does this mean for loan officers? It means that accessibility is important, especially with their millennial clients. Luckily, that…

There’s no doubt that relationships are crucial to the success of your mortgage business, so it’s only logical that networking is a key component of the work. Even loan officers actively investing in their networking efforts might not see the results they’re hoping for though. Why? There are several common mistakes that can dramatically slow…

It can seem like the most ambitious, successful professionals need to be committed to their work before all else, but in reality, that strategy can often backfire. What many truly successful entrepreneurial professionals will tell you is that striking the right balance between work and personal is key to their success. So, what does your…

Perhaps you’ve read the book Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport, or maybe you’ve heard the term bounced around in your professional life. Many have put their own spin on exactly what digital minimalism means for them, but there’s no shortage of professionals who will tell you how it’s positively impacted their lives, and loan officers…

If you’re like most loan officers, you’ve realized the value of the millennial demographic. This generation has significant buying power and makes up the majority of first-time homebuyers. But building up your millennial client base can sometimes feel like a challenge. Understanding how to tailor your marketing efforts without jeopardizing your authenticity can be a…

To keep your business moving forward and to improve your chances of being successful, it’s important to continually grow. There are many things that you can do to improve and grow your mortgage business, which will help you move forward and bring in more prospective clients as well. Below are four things to keep in…

On an average day at work, how many distractions do you have to contend with? Productivity killers such as social media, TV, family, and friends all contribute to preventing professionals from getting things done. Luckily, in our modern world of technological advances and apps, there are so many tools out there to maximize productivity. Here…

It’s always good to sharpen your skills from time to time and with online courses so readily available today, it’s easier than ever to learn a new skill to enhance your career. Below we look at some of the best online courses out there to really leverage your learning and to perhaps increase your chances…