Power Forward

What if you were abandoned by everyone and everything that mattered to you simply for being yourself? How would you pick yourself up? Who would you turn to? Where would you go?

In this episode, AVP of Sales Nick Gaudino takes us on his journey to find himself - from not knowing where his next meal was coming from to becoming a successful leader focused on helping others find their own purpose. 

Nick’s story is one of perseverance, acceptance, and ultimately, paying kindness forward.

Anthony Casa left one of the top mortgage brokerages in the country to help thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their own success. In this episode, the Chairman of the Association of Independent Mortgage Experts (AIME) explains how to push beyond the limits of what you think is possible.

The son of a professional boxer, Anthony isn’t afraid to fight for what he believes in. You’ll find out what it takes to be fully invested in a cause, even if it means taking a few hits along the way.

Plus, Anthony shares his formula for leaders to get the most out of their team and why he puts so much emphasis on company culture. 

It’s human nature to have a back-up plan, but does that really set you up for success? In this episode, Chief Strategy Officer Alex Elezaj explains the mindset it takes to make sure Plan A is the only one you need.

Alex has been a leader in several different companies and industries during his career. He talks about the lessons he’s learned through those experiences, including his advice to those thinking about making a change in their career.

Plus, Alex discusses the importance of treating people well and how doing the right thing can help take your business to another level.

What is your brand? Why is it important to know what your brand is, both professionally and personally? In this episode, VP of Engagement Monica Haider discusses how to build a brand that translates to success.

Giving and receiving feedback is a big piece of continuous improvement. Monica explains three keys to having tough conversations and the benefits that come from being honest with your team.

Monica also takes us behind the scenes of planning major corporate events and how the way people react to pressure often reveals the most about their character.

Whether you’ve been in business for years or are considering starting your own, the path to success starts with knowing where you want to go.

In this episode, Director of Wholesale Development Mike Walton explains the importance of having a vision for your goals and mapping out a plan to achieve them.

Mike also discusses the 3 phases of culture for a business, the key to creating a captive audience, and the biggest thing leaders can do to get buy-in from their team.

When you step into leadership, it becomes about everything but you. Melinda Wilner has learned that each time she’s taken on more in her career.

In this episode, Wilner, who holds titles of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Risk Officer, discusses the mindset it takes to embrace new responsibilities, even when they fall outside your comfort zone. 

Melinda also talks about the people in her life who have helped fuel her success simply by believing in her, and how she pays that forward.

In this episode, former NFL player Sean McHugh takes us through his football journey, including a ‘worst to first’ story that you have to hear to believe.

What goes into making yourself the obvious choice for a promotion? Once you get promoted, how do you reward the faith your leaders have in you?

In this episode, VP of Closing and Client Experience Joe Lucido shares his keys to rising through the company ranks and how you can stand out simply by focusing on what’s right in front of you.

Plus, Joe explains how to build a tight-knit team, the most important qualities he looks for during an interview, and how he sets himself up for success every single day.

How do you create a place where people are truly happy to go to work each day? It’s a lot easier said than done. 

In this episode, Chief People Officer Laura Lawson reveals the secrets behind the company’s award-winning culture - it’s about much more than cool perks and amenities.  

Plus, Laura explains how having a ‘yes mentality’ can help you accomplish anything, even the impossible. 

Embrace change.

Be your own disruptor.

Get comfortable being uncomfortable.

In this episode, SVP of Operations Andrea Hall talks about her leadership philosophy and the different ways she motivates her team. You’ll also find out why Andrea believes every experience is an opportunity to learn something new.