Welcome to Lending Leadership.
The podcast designed for mortgage loan originators who are looking to elevate their careers and gain a competitive edge in the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring loan officer, this podcast will have you clear to close with valuable insights, expert advice, and jaw-dropping stories from the front lines of the mortgage business.

Recent Episodes
Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros. In this episode, we’re diving deep into a timely and critical topic: the elusive “Refi Boom.” While it seemed like we were on the brink of a refinance surge not too long ago, rising rates have complicated things. Still, with expectations for a potential boom in the...
Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief. In today’s episode, we’re talking about our sales rally–a tool we use here at HMA Mortgage for fostering collaboration and innovation within our team. While we’re likely bustling around at our own sales rally as you listen to this, we’re excited to share insights on why showing...
Welcome to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros, your go-to podcast for mastering the mortgage industry and developing leadership skills. In this episode, we’re talking about the art of overcoming objections in the mortgage business. We’re excited to have a detailed discussion about how to handle objections like a pro—whether they come from buyers or realtors—and...
Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief. In today’s episode, we explore the critical role of marketing in the success of loan officers. Joining us are two marketing powerhouses, Caitlin and Laura, who share their expertise and insights on how to effectively leverage marketing to build a successful mortgage business. We take a deep...
Welcome back to another episode of Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros. Changing companies as a mortgage loan originator is very common, but how do you know whether it’s the right move for you? In this episode, we’re helping you identify whether you’re in the right place within your company or if you should be looking...
Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief! In this episode, we tackle a topic that can be a little daunting yet incredibly powerful for loan officers: leveraging social media to boost business. Social media can sometimes feel like an overwhelming space, especially with perceptions of generational divides, but we’re here to demystify it with...
Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros! In this episode, we covered a topic that resonates with many professionals, especially those in the mortgage industry: taking a vacation without your business falling apart. Having just returned from a President’s Club trip in Punta Cana, we were inspired to discuss the systems and strategies that...
Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief! In this episode, we sit down with one of the top loan officers from the Pittsburgh area, Laurie Nelson, to dive into her incredible journey in the mortgage industry and uncover her unique marketing approach. Laurie, Rachael, and Corrine explore the evolution of Laurie’s career, from her...
Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Mortgage Pros. In this episode, we’re diving into the art of building a championship team within the mortgage industry. Inspired by the Philadelphia Eagles’ recent Super Bowl victory, we’re drawing parallels between creating winning sports teams and leading successful mortgage teams. Join us, your co-hosts Tom Mills, Dave Holland,...
Welcome to another episode of Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief! In this episode, we’re excited to dive into the world of mortgage marketing and leadership with our special guest, Dan Andersen, a member of the HMA team from the Chicagoland area. Dan, an exemplary loan officer, has not only achieved remarkable success with his team...
Two Great Shows in One

With decades of combined experience and close to a million dollars spent on professional coaching, our hosts are ready to share their wealth of knowledge and hard-earned wisdom and maybe even reveal a few facepalm-worthy moments that loan officers will not want to miss.

Hosted by two powerhouse women in the mortgage industry, this segment will deliver a fresh, dynamic perspective to the world of mortgage marketing.





