Leadership and Family Business | with Connor Beecham

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of P³ (P-cubed) with Preston Poore, Connor Beecham, a leader in the mortgage industry and founder of Hometown Mortgage, discusses his journey in the business world, the challenges of working in a family business, and the importance of servant leadership. Connor shares insights on the ups and downs of the mortgage business, the impact of the 2008 recession on his family, and the value of living below one's means. He also delves into his involvement with the Purpose on Tap ministry, emphasizing the significance of community and faith in personal growth. The conversation also highlights Connor's leadership philosophy, his relationship with his mentors, and his recent marriage, illustrating the role of faith and humility in his life.00:00 Intro00:20 Meet Connor Beecham: A Leader in the Mortgage Industry00:58 Navigating Family Business Dynamics02:56 Surviving Economic Downturns04:23 Generational Perspectives on Financial Stability05:05 Leadership Lessons from Family Business07:59 Challenges of Young Leadership10:53 Purpose on Tap: A Unique Ministry14:45 Impact of Community and Faith20:30 Servant Leadership and Personal Growth22:48 Personal Mentors23:38 Connecting with Mentors24:17 The Importance of a Mentor Portfolio26:19 Personal Advisory Board27:38 Marriage and Life Changes29:58 Leadership Philosophy: How vs. What32:34 Advice to Millennials36:18 Hot Seat QuestionsThings We MentionedHometown Mortgage - https://hometownmortgage.netPurpose on Tap - https://www.purposeontap.comAbout Preston PoorePreston Poore is a former Coca-Cola executive who practices what he preaches. He uses his wealth of hard-earned experience in the corporate arena to help emerging leaders and millennials reach their potential—all while staying true to his values, purpose, and goals.Preston is a Certified Maxwell Leadership Team Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, Trainer, and Executive Coach. Through his books, How Is Greater Than What, Discipled Leader (2022 Selah Awards Nonfiction Book of the Year) and 21 Days to Sound Decision Making, his blog, and podcast, he seeks to help people become redemptive influences in their workplaces and live more fulfilling lives.Learn more about Preston Poore & Associates: https://prestonpoore.comWork with Preston or invite him to speak: https://prestonpoore.com/leadership-development-services/Sign up to receive the P³ Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/prestonpoore.com/thepulseLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/prestonpoore/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/prestonpoore1/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PoorePreston