{"podcast":{"title":"Lending Leadership","slug":"lending-leadership-7056247","podcast_index_feed_id":7056247,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/lending-leadership/","website_url":"https://lending-leadership.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/a4c0362e-4757-49c6-a312-53891e88ff45/-pgWWzn8NanoCp6sRFcHn6_i.jpg","author":"HMA Mortgage","episode_count":92,"summary":"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 cutting edge of the mortgage business. Lending Leadership is two powerful shows in one, alternating every week between The Mortgage Pros and The Creative Brief. In The Mortgage Pros, you’ll be guided by the three dynamic partners of HMA Mortgage—Tom Mills, Dave Holland, and Robert Fillyaw—through the real, unfiltered truth about the mortgage industry. With decades of combined experience and close to a million dollars spent on professional coaching (yes, you read that right), 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. In The Creative Brief, we’ll take a step back from the front lines of the mortgage world and show you results-driven marketing processes that every loan officer will want to use on a daily basis.…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-15T16:19:52.326819+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/lending-leadership-7056247"},"episode":{"title":"Building a Powerful Mortgage Team: Insights on Coaching, Support, and Growth from Jen Butcher","slug":"building-a-powerful-mortgage-team-insights-on-coaching-support-and-growth-from-jen-butcher","published_at":"2026-05-27T07:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/lending-leadership-7056247/building-a-powerful-mortgage-team-insights-on-coaching-support-and-growth-from-jen-butcher","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/lending-leadership-7056247","url":"https://www.hmamortgage.com/lending-leadership/building-a-powerful-mortgage-team-insights-on-coaching-support-and-growth-from-jen-butcher","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4c0f4d4d-6865-46f8-a490-4fe4d36a339b.mp3","summary":"Welcome back to Lending Leadership: The Creative Brief—where we dig deep into the real stories behind career growth, personal branding, and the ever-evolving world of the mortgage business. In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Jen Butcher, a trailblazing mortgage professional, marketer, and host of the She Talks Money podcast. Jen has spent more than 25 years in the mortgage industry often at the top of the leaderboard—and recently made the leap to a new company, all while reinventing her brand, growing her network, and evolving with purpose. Together, we explore what it truly takes to remain relevant and successful in a business that changes constantly. We open up about the courage required for career pivots, the impact of intentional social media and podcasting, and the balancing act of being both a high-achieving professional and a present mom. In this honest and unfiltered conversation, Jen shares her journey of building a digital presence from scratch, scaling her referral network, and creating a supportive team environment for women in the industry. We also get a sneak peek into her next big project—a one-stop resource for agents and partners that promises to streamline and elevate their businesses. Key Takeaways: Embracing Change and Growth Jen’s decision to leave her company after 25 years was fueled by a desire to grow beyond her comfort zone and surround herself with high achievers who could challenge and inspire her 04:17. The Long Game of Social Media and Branding Building a personal brand on social media isn’t about instant results—it’s about commitment and consistency. 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