SE01 E06 Becoming a top producing VP after 20 years in corporate America | With Josiah Burdge

In this conversation, Josiah shares his journey from a successful career at T-Mobile to becoming a Vice President at Anchor Home Mortgages. He emphasizes the importance of balancing family life with a demanding career, highlighting that true success is not just about financial achievements but also about being present for loved ones. Josiah discusses the significance of building genuine relationships in the mortgage industry, the power of giving without expectation, and the necessity of embracing technology to stay competitive. He offers practical advice for both new and existing loan officers, stressing the importance of open houses and creating a supportive team environment. The conversation concludes with insights into the future of the mortgage industry and the need for adaptability.I hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly. – Sam and the Lend & Lead podcast teamConnect with Sam Abazari on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samabazari/ Visit the Level Up LO community: https://www.skool.com/level-up-lo/about?ref=2cb859523a28420d8762609bd56c7694Listen to Lend & Lead on these podcast platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RQyoXtGzt5yOC9TZjYvBk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lend-and-lead/id1832440770 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9605275b-9baf-4ea7-a6a5-14740bfc92ff/lend-and-lead#loanofficer #mortgagebroker #realestateprofessionals #leadgeneration #salescoaching #mortgageloans #mortgagetips #realtorrelationships #loansales #lendingindustry #closemoredeals #usrealestate #mortgagecareer #referralstrategies #loanofficercommunity #lendandleadLend & Lead is a podcast for loan officers who want to grow, win more business, and stay ahead in today’s mortgage market. Hosted by Sam Abazari, each episode features honest conversations, practical sales tips, and real stories from the front lines of lending. Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned pro, you’ll find ideas you can actually use - from building stronger realtor partnerships to generating more consistent leads and getting to the closing table faster. Sam also runs the Level Up LO community, where he shares free content and tools to help loan officers take action and level up their results. Tune in weekly, and get the support, strategy, and mindset you need to lead in your market; no fluff, just what works.