The Money Honey - Women in Property, Finance & Construction

Summary

Trish, once the youngest Clinical Nurse Specialist in Mental Health and Trauma in the UK, transitioned unexpectedly to entrepreneurship in 1999. Inspired by Robert Kiyosaki's "Rich Dad, Poor Dad," she entered property investment in 2003, specializing in Assisted Sales to help those facing repossession. Despite a seemingly perfect nursing career, Trish faced personal and financial turmoil after a divorce, reaching a breaking point that led to a suicide attempt. This dark moment became a turning point, sparking a decade-long journey back to stability through consulting and property ventures. Today, Trish pays it forward by assisting homeowners and investors in overcoming debt despair and training others on compassionate approaches to sellers facing repossession. Her story exemplifies resilience, personal growth, and the transformative power of pivotal moments in adversity.

Summary

Trish McGirr shares her personal journey of overcoming debt and despair and how she now helps others facing repossession. She discusses the mission of Repossession Rescue, a training program for property investors to assist those in financial distress. Trish emphasizes the importance of open dialogue and collaboration between investors, estate agents, lenders, and fund holders to provide support and solutions. She also highlights the need to remove shame and stigma surrounding financial challenges and mental health. Trish's story serves as a reminder that everyone's voice and experiences matter in creating positive change.

Takeaways

Financial challenges and mental health often go hand in hand, and it is important to create safe spaces for open dialogue and support.

Investors can play a role in helping individuals facing repossession by providing options and assistance, while also upholding ethical standards.

Collaboration between investors, estate agents, lenders, and fund holders can lead to innovative solutions and better outcomes for those in financial distress.

Debt and financial challenges should not be stigmatized, and efforts should be made to remove shame and guilt associated with these issues.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Trigger Warning

09:15 Trish's Background and Mission

13:08 Repossession Rescue and Training

17:11 Collaboration with Property Investors and Estate Agents

21:23 Involvement of Lenders and Fund Holders

28:30 The Need for Open Dialogue and Change

33:10 Trish's Personal Experience with Dyscalculia

39:02 Money Rehab and Removing Shame

41:19 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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Gemma Bennett is a Senior Mortgage Broker at The Mortgage Mum, she is winner of x2 industry “Rising Star” awards and currently nominated for advisor of the year award at the Women’s Recognition Awards. 
Gemma is based in Essex and a Mother to 2 children. 
Prior to working as a broker Gemma worked for over 10 years as a holistic therapist and counselling, specialising in stress management and helping people work through difficult emotions and find joy in their every day. 
What appeared to be complete turn around entering into finance had turned out to be just another way of helping and relating to people. Gemma has found so many transferable skills between broking and counselling, stating, Money is emotional, why you have it, why you want it, how you use it… it’s all wrapped up in emotion. 
‘I love this career and interestingly the links between people’s emotional well-being is so closely linked to financial wellbeing’. 
Gemma is also a monthly expert columnist for What Mortgages, an advocate for better financial education within schools and colleges and an in house wellbeing coach within the mortgage mum company, supporting the team. She also regularly guests on industry podcasts and has spoken on radio and tv news in the recent year regarding headline mortgage news. 
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Summary

In this episode, Rosalia interviews Gemma Bennett, a senior mortgage broker at The Mortgage Mum. They discuss the theme of using transferable skills in the mortgage industry and how Gemma's background in counseling and holistic therapy has shaped her successful career. Gemma shares highlights from her career, including overcoming imposter syndrome and finding validation in her expertise. They also discuss the importance of self-support and maintaining a balance between work and personal life. Gemma emphasizes the need for authenticity on social media and shares her hobbies and interests outside of work. The episode concludes with information on how to connect with Gemma and the call to action for listeners to share their feedback and consider being a guest on the show.

Takeaways

Transferable skills can be valuable assets in any industry, including the mortgage industry.

Overcoming imposter syndrome is a common challenge, but recognizing and celebrating personal achievements can help build confidence.

Self-support and self-care are essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Authenticity is key on social media, and sharing personal interests and hobbies can help connect with others.

Listeners are encouraged to connect with Gemma and consider being a guest on the show.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Scheduling

01:02 Creating Extra Content

03:58 Theme: Using Transferable Skills in the Mortgage Industry

08:22 Gemma's Background and Journey

12:23 Highlights in Gemma's Career

14:41 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

17:28 The Importance of Self-Support

23:45 Balancing Work and Personal Life

29:55 Being Authentic on Social Media

33:45 Connecting with Gemma

35:01 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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Natalie joined SPF in 2022 to further her career after 10 years’ experience heading up a small team at a previous brokerage. She has a keen interest in development finance and commercial term, with an in depth knowledge of bridging finance.
Natalie started her career in construction project management, working alongside developers on site. This unique experience has allowed her to build strong relationships with clients and she is well respected amongst peers in the industry.

Summary

In this conversation, Natalie Glover, a development finance broker, discusses her experience in the male-dominated construction and finance industries. She shares how she built a successful career and overcame stereotypes and challenges. Natalie emphasizes the importance of confidence and daring oneself to succeed. She also highlights the support and diversity in the industry and encourages women to embrace opportunities and expand their presence. The conversation concludes with a call to action to dare greatly and step out of one's comfort zone.

Takeaways

Building a successful career in a male-dominated industry requires confidence and the ability to stand your ground.

Embrace your uniqueness and dare to be different, even if it means challenging stereotypes.

There is a growing support network and recognition for women in the finance and construction industries.

Daring yourself to take risks and step out of your comfort zone can lead to personal and professional growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

06:57 Building a Career in a Male-Dominated Industry

10:05 Confidence and Overcoming Stereotypes

14:12 Embracing Challenges and Taking Risks

19:03 Support and Diversity in the Industry

21:43 Daring Yourself to Succeed

22:43 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Meet 37 year old Kristina Castellina from Blackpool, the multi-million pound property investor mum, who’s
on a mission to inspire others to reach for their dreams, showcasing the message that anything is possible
no matter what start you have in life. Having risen from a working class childhood, peppered with anxiety,
truancy and ‘getting in with the wrong crowds’ having being victimised and bullied from racism, Kristina
grew up being ‘the outsider’, and spent many years feeling lost, hiding her naturally confident character,
trying to be invisible - ‘because it was safer’. These days she’s reclaimed her place in the world, having
found her purpose, and her voice, and having learnt how to create financial independence through
investing in property has created huge wealth for herself and her family, whilst also creating stability, and
escapism for her clients, values so close to her heart.

Summary

In this conversation, Rosalia interviews Christina Castellina, a multi-million pound property investor and author. They discuss Christina's journey from a working-class childhood to becoming a successful property investor, overcoming adversity and discrimination along the way. Christina shares her experience in network marketing and how it led her to discover her passion for property. She also talks about her book, 'Starting from Zero: How to Invest in Property Using Other People's Money,' and provides insights into creative financing options for property investments. The conversation concludes with positive pollination, where Christina nominates Nikki Russell and Helen Chorley as inspiring individuals in the industry.

Takeaways

Overcoming adversity and trauma can lead to personal growth and success.

Network marketing can provide valuable skills and mindset for entrepreneurship.

Property investment can be achieved with creative financing options.

Promoting diversity and inclusivity in traditionally male-dominated industries is important.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

08:00 Childhood Trauma and Overcoming Adversity

21:30 Transition from Network Marketing to Property

31:30 Starting from Zero: Investing in Property with No Money

35:00 Promoting the Book and Connecting with Christina

39:30 Positive Pollination: Messages and Nominations

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Summary

In this episode, Lisa Stones, Operations Director of Mortgage First, shares her experience of working in a husband and wife business partnership. She discusses the challenges of being seen as 'just John's wife' and the importance of building her own credibility and brand within the industry. Lisa emphasizes the need to focus on one's strengths and carve out a niche area of expertise. She also highlights the importance of teamwork and mutual respect in a husband and wife business dynamic. Lisa encourages women in similar situations to introduce themselves as individuals and not be defined solely by their relationship to their spouse.

Takeaways

Focus on your strengths and carve out a niche area of expertise.

Build your own credibility and brand within the industry.

Work as a team and have mutual respect in a husband and wife business dynamic.

Introduce yourself as an individual and not solely as your spouse's partner.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

09:31 Challenges of Being Seen as 'Just John's Wife'

13:49 Building Credibility and Branding

18:21 Balancing Personal and Professional Identities

25:09 The Importance of Supportive Partners

30:45 Switching Off and Finding Balance

35:34 Nomination: Pam and Nina Brown, Kim McGinley

After studying Fashion Marketing at Nottingham Trent University Lisa worked for Topshop/Topman in a brand manager for role for 8 years before launching her own wedding planning company in 2008.
At the same time her husband Jon launched Mortgage 1st and ran the company as a sole trader for the first few years. As the business began to grow, Jon asked Lisa to join Mortgage 1st in 2015 to help with the day to day running.
Fast forward to today and Lisa’s role of Operations Director sees her overseeing a team of 70 and managing multiple areas of the business from finance to HR and Marketing.
Lisa’s passionate about their team as well as the local community having written and delivered lessons to thousands of school children about mortgages, resulting in Lisa reaching the finals in the best leadership category at this year’s Woman’s Recognition Awards.
These achievements also led to Mortgage 1st recently being named as a Top Mortgage Employer by Mortgage Introducer and winning Broker of the Year 11-50 advisers at the Financial Reporter Awards.
Lisa & her husband Jon live in Chesterfield, Derbyshire and have two young children.

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Summary

In this episode, Rosalia Lazaro Tilly, the founder and CEO of Manuka Media, discusses her journey as an Amazon number one bestselling author and the importance of personal branding. She emphasizes the need to define and craft your personal brand, which is how people see, remember, and feel about you. Rosalia also highlights the significance of professional image and appearance, building an online presence, effective communication skills, leveraging expertise, mentorship and sponsorship, overcoming gender bias, personal brand maintenance, and measuring personal brand success.

Takeaways

Personal branding is essential for professional and personal success.

Your personal brand is how people see, remember, and feel about you.

Building an online presence and effective communication skills are crucial for spreading your message and changing the narrative.

Overcoming gender bias and leveraging your expertise can help you make a positive impact and advance in your career.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Book Launch

05:01 Crafting Your Personal Brand

06:25 Defining Your Personal Brand

09:13 Professional Image and Appearance

12:56 Building an Online Presence

14:53 Effective Communication Skills

15:09 Leveraging Your Expertise

16:08 Mentorship and Sponsorship

17:34 Overcoming Gender Bias

18:56 Personal Brand Maintenance

19:26 Measuring Personal Brand Success

19:55 Conclusion

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Branching Out: Samm Walker's Path in the World of Natwest Banking

Samm Walker started her career as a Protection Adviser at John Charcol in 2019. She later transitioned to the role of Mortgage Manager but left the company in November 2021 in pursuit of new challenges. In November 2022, she returned to John Charcol, realizing her passion for working as a Protection Adviser and was subsequently promoted to her current role as Protection Team Leader.
Samm's career began in the financial industry at Natwest Bank in March 2000, initially in telephony. In 2006, she transitioned into mortgages and protection, initially focusing on the sub-prime market and later expanding into right to buy and mainstream lending, always maintaining a whole-of-market approach. Over the years, she specialized in protection as the market expanded with more products and providers. Samm finds great satisfaction in assisting clients with complex cases.

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Money Mogul at 18: Rebecca Lewis' Rise in Financial Services

Rebecca Lewis embarked on her journey in the financial services world at the age of 18. This year, she celebrates a decade in the industry, having climbed from the bottom rung to her current role as Operations Director for Affinity Group. With a wealth of knowledge, strategic acumen, and a proven track record of success, Rebecca contributes significantly to the organization.
She is a passionate advocate for careers in financial services, having stumbled into the field by chance, but fallen in love with it. Over the past decade, she has witnessed a positive shift, with more women, especially in positions of authority, joining the industry.
Rebecca attributes her leadership abilities to the guidance of exceptional mentors throughout her career. Her commitment lies in providing her team with top-tier strategic and visionary leadership, underpinned by values of integrity, innovation, and an unwavering dedication to continuous improvement.

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Nicola is a highly accomplished professional in the financial services industry, with more than 17 years of experience in the field. She co-founded the Dunham McCarthy Group in 2011, which now employs over 45 legal and financial specialists in its insurance, solicitors and mortgage divisions.
Nicola and her team's dedication to putting clients at the centre of their operations have earned them several accolades, including the prestigious Legal & General Business Quality Award for 2022 & 2023 and Mortgage Strategy best Broker for Protection in 2023.
Additionally, Nicola has a substantial social media presence and has been featured in prominent media outlets such as the BBC and Channel 4, among others.

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