02Jan

NRG Insights – How to Build a Superstar Team Using the Academy Model

NRG Insights: How to Build a Superstar Team Using the Academy Model(Gemstone Mortgages)

In this months episode of NRG Insights we’re sitting down withGemstone Gemma Cuff

Gemma shares her journey of growing Gemstone, the unique way they recruit, her core values and everything in-between!

The Academy Model is an approach to building and developing a team that focuses on continuous learning and improvement. It involves creating a culture of learning and providing team members with the resources and support they need to continuously develop their skills and knowledge.

Here are some steps you can take to build a superstar team using the Academy Model:

Establish a clear vision and mission for the team: Clearly communicate the team’s goals and objectives, and help team members understand how their work contributes to the overall vision.

Foster a culture of continuous learning: Encourage team members to take on new challenges and seek out learning opportunities, and provide resources such as training programs, workshops, and mentorship opportunities.

Encourage collaboration and teamwork: Encourage team members to work together and share their knowledge and expertise with one another.

Set clear expectations and provide feedback: Clearly communicate expectations for team members’ performance and provide regular feedback to help them stay on track and continuously improve.

Recognise and reward excellence: Recognise and reward team members who demonstrate exceptional performance and contribute to the team’s success.

It’s clear throughout the discussion how hard she has worked to create a team who are aligned, motivated and dedicated to the company, which is all down to the “Academy Model” recruitment dynamic she pushes.

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The takeaways 👇

  • How Gemstone uses the Academy Model
  • The benefits of recruiting on character
  • Creating Habits within business
  • Tips for young brokers
  • The importance of using social media

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12Dec

Behind The Broker – How to Go From Invisible to a Lead Generating Machine

Behind The Broker: Rosalia Lazzara (Manuka Media)

In this months episode of Behind The Broker we welcome a marketing powerhouse Rosalia Lazzara to the series.

We uncover the truth about social media marketing and how ANYONE can dominate feeds with a few simple steps.

“How you do anything is how you do everything ”

Key takeaways from our chat:

  • How to get noticed and stay memorable on Social Media
  • The power of Connection
  • What a social media manager actually does
  • Positive Pollination
  • The pillars of building a brand and channels vibe
  • Who / What / Where is Manuka?

Her motto “Take your content from BORING to BUZZING” shines bright throughout this episode, the amount of gold Rosa drops is breathtaking!

Get a notepad ready for this one, it’s a definite game changer!

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05Dec

Masters of the Craft – Dave Corbett – Specialist Protection Selling

Masters of the Craft: Dave Corbett (Mortgage 1st)

In this months episode of Masters of the Craft we welcome a legend in the specialist protection game, the one, the only Dave Corbett to the series.

Dave a built a reputation within the finance industry that matches no other and its even more apparent the second he starts talking.

For someone who has been through it himself, he understands the importance of his product and drives his clients to the best possible deal for their circumstance – A true advocate for Life insurance

He explains his job role as simply

“selling peace of mind to individuals, families and businesses across the UK, for if the proverbial hits the fan”

Throughout the episode we see the care Dave has for his clients and colleagues, offering advice and training wherever he can.

It was a pleasure having “Uncle Albert” on our Masters Of The Craft series, where we covered:

  • The importance of client relations
  • How to sell when people aren’t interested
  • The power of mentorship
  • Advice for young brokers
  • Going above and beyond for your clients

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28Nov

Behind The Broker – Alex Curtis (The Lead Engine)

NRG Resourcing launches Behind The Broker Podcast Series

Today we launch the first episode of our new series Behind The Broker ?

The purpose of this series is to bring praise and insight to the people working hard behind the scenes in finance.

We’ll be gaining valuable insight from leading marketers, the hottest lead generators, analytical superstars and everyone who’s anyone supporting the financial sector. discussing the latests hacks, tips and tricks to turbo-charge your company.

We wanted to start BIG on this series, so without further ado we welcome lead generating extraordinaire Alex Curtis

With his background firmly in web design and marketing, Alex has spent the last 18 years working in finance, helping his clients generate leads through the World Wide Web.

His mission: “to ensure that when someone searches online for mortgage advice, they find an adviser and not a lead generator, who will sell their data”

His company The Lead Engine has had major success building and growing sustainable, profitable lead pipelines, turning clients websites into a ‘lead engine’ so they receive better quality and more profitable leads.

In this podcast we discuss:

  • Marketing Strategies unique to the financial world
  • Do’s and Don’ts of social media marketing
  • Tips on manipulating Googles search engine
  • Advice for new / start-up companies
  • How to maximise your brand awareness

Be sure to check-out Alex’s – Advisors Assemble podcast on Spotify, offering weekly tips, insights and news in the digital marketing world

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21Nov

The Long Game – Highs and Lows of Growing a Business With Jon Stones (Mortgage 1st)

Mortgage Broker Insights with Jon Stones (Mortgage 1st)

In this months episode of Mortgage Broker Insights the industry legend that is Jon Stones to the series.

Award winning Mortgage 1st was established in 2008 by Jon Stones from his dining room table. Jon, a qualified Mortgage Adviser worked hard to build a business, growing his client bank locally in and around the Chesterfield area.

Fast froward to 2022 and Jon is at the helm of a sensational team of 40, including directors, mortagage advisor, business growth specialists and support staff.

Not only does Mortgage 1st dominate Chesterfield and the surrounding areas, the company have placed advisors nationwide offering their award winning services across the UK and beyond.

With over 15 years in the game, Jon has experienced everything the industry has thrown at him, making him an ideal guest on our comprehensive NRG Mortgage Broker Insights series.

We were super excited to invite Jon onto our Mortgage Broker Insights series, with his wealth of knowledge it was sure to be an informative and interesting discussion!

The episode covers a range of thought provoking topics, such as:

  • Growing a business organically
  • Tips to amplifying your team during tough times
  • Understanding the “Long Game”
  • The importance of team support
  • Advice for young brokers
  • The secrets to starting your own company
  • What a positive mindset can achieve

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02Nov

Masters of the Craft – The UK’s First Specialist Property Comparison Website with Paul Elliott (Propp)

Masters of the Craft: Paul Elliott (Propp)

In this months episode of Masters of the Craft we welcome specialist property royalty Paul Elliott to the series.

Paul has built a strong industry reputation for his straight-talking and positive approach to both his clients and his teams. Paul is adept at simplifying and resolving complex issues and has vast experience leading sales teams across residential and commercial property finance intermediation, as well as the real estate market.

He is the Managing Director at Propp, The UK’s first specialist property comparison website.

Their mission is simply; to support people who see the value in property and driving higher competition amongst lenders.

Their website and digital optimisation process, coupled with influence and industry experience, allows Propp to negotiate and guide borrowers to the best deals available on the market. Greater choice, impartial guidance and transparent language. It’s as simple as that.

We covered a range of stimulating topics that will provide an uncensored view into the specialist property world:

  • Steps to hiring authentic team members
  • Tips to success for young brokers
  • Tested referral techniques
  • How to engage your team successfully
  • The importance of work culture

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19Oct

Masters of the Craft – Sy Nathan (Dynamo)

Masters of the Craft: Sy Nathan (Dynamo)

Firstly, congratulations to Sy for winning Best Broker (Buy to Let) in this years British Mortgage Awards 2022, we’re not surprised he came top of the pile on this one!

Sy has spent over 11 years in the property finance from working his way up the ranks at Barclays (to Assistant Vice President of Premier Relationship Manager) to now managing his own team at Dynamo.

In this episode we learn how to maintain your market share in tough climates along with a masterclass in relationship management.

We covered a range of interesting topics that gave invaluable guidance into the mortgage world, including:

  • Switching roles within the industry
  • Tips to success for young brokers
  • How to navigate in an ever-changing environment
  • How to win business
  • Advice on the New Budget in Mortgages

Sy goes above and beyond for his clients and it’s clear relationships are his true passion.

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05Sep

Masters of the Craft – Dave Gissing (London Mortgage Partners)

For the second instalment of our brand new “Masters Of the Craft series we welcome David Gissing from London Mortgage Partners.

Masters of the Craft is a hand-picked series of conversations, showcasing talent across the board in the financial industry. We talk to people absolutely smashing it in their line of work, gaining unique insights into their current career journey and offering helpful tips, tricks and advice for anyone wanting to level up their career.

David has risen through the ranks at London Mortgage Partners at quite some pace and what is even more impressive is the situation he found himself in when joining!

What we absolutely love about David is his drive to make opportunities happen, his outstanding mindset when faced with difficult climates and his overall passion for the industry.

He calls it “luck” we call it skills!

Throughout the interview we discuss:

✅ Finding opportunities in tough times
✅ Being thrown in the deep-end
✅ Championing your determination
✅ Main drivers for success
✅ The importance of satisfying your clients
✅ Tips, tricks and advice for young brokers

It’s clear David wants to be the best and he strives to be a the top every single day.

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02Sep

Masters of the Craft – Brad Rathbone (Bespoke Financial)

For the first of our brand new “Masters Of the Craft series we welcome Brad Rathbone from Bespoke Financial.

Masters of the Craft is a hand picked series of conversations, showcasing talent across the board in the financial industry. We talk to people absolutely smashing it in their line of work, gaining unique insights into their current career journey and offering helpful tips, tricks and advice for anyone wanting to level up their career.

It was only fitting that we invited Brad Rathboneto episode 1, as he really is at the top of his game when it comes to results.

Brad was voted the Number 1 UK Life and Critical Illness advisor in 2021 and has since gone on to develop his own team of specialists within Bespoke Financial.

His story is one of true determination, consistency and passion for his role, going from stacking shelves to an award winning advisor in just over a year!

Throughout the interview we discuss:

✅ The importance of referrals
✅ Learning & maintaining a winners mindset
✅ The importance of mentorship
✅ How he started in the industry
✅ Tips, tricks and advice for young brokers

Brad was truly a pleasure to interview and we hope everyone can take a positive from this young game-changer!

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10Aug

NRG Insights with Daniel Sovitch (Life Financial Solutions)

What a pleasure it was having Daniel Sovitch from Life Financial Solutions on our NRG Insights webinar last Friday ?

Daniel has spent over 20 years in the property finance and mortgage lending sector. He started his career at one of the largest specialist lending master brokers and packager in the UK.

Within a short space of time, he became a senior underwriter within the company whilst leading and managing one of their most successful underwriting teams.

His next step was founding Life FS, a boutique financial services practise which has been operating successfully now for 10 years.

The company has recently departmentalised and they decided to restructure the business into specialist arms which created a “one stop shop” for clients seeking:

  • Property Finance
  • Conventional whole market mortgage lending
  • Pensions
  • Investments
  • Protection

Life FS works with property developers, traders, portfolio landlords, development finance and much more.

Going above and beyond for your clients is absolutely crucial, it’s a value that helps across all levels of your business”Daniel Sovitch (Life Financial Solutions)

We covered a range of interesting topics that gave invaluable guidance into the mortgage world, including:

✅ Switching roles within the industry (underwriter to broker)
✅ The importance of educating your clients
✅ Staying true to your personal and company values
✅ Advice on running a business
✅ How to use data effectively
✅ Tips to success for young brokers
✅ Why a business plan is so important

Daniel is a firm believer in using analytical data to drive business and applies this method to various departments within Life FS, for example understanding where his employees specialise in, which then allows Life FS to move certain cases towards these brokers for maximum performance.

Daniels advice for young brokers is to “understand why your doing this and map out your plan – with laser focus”

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