{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Non-Del Influencers","title":"Episode 54: The Relationship Strategy That Builds a Successful Mortgage Career ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1406,"description":"What does it take to build lasting relationships that drive success in the mortgage industry? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Brenda DiScala, Senior Account Executive at Freedom Mortgage, to discuss how relationship-building, active listening, and delivering value beyond loan products can help mortgage professionals grow their business in any market.\nBrenda shares why she's seeing continued momentum in the broker-to-banker transition and explains how lender branding, borrower consistency, and greater flexibility—especially with VA lending—can create a stronger customer experience while helping lenders compete more effectively.\nBeyond sales strategies, Brenda discusses the importance of networking and professional development through organizations like the National Association of Professional Mortgage Women (NAPMW). She shares how surrounding yourself with industry leaders, continually learning, and investing in meaningful relationships can accelerate both your personal and professional growth.\n\n3 key takeaways from Matt's conversation with Brenda DiScala\n1️⃣ Listen Before You Lead: The most successful sales professionals solve problems by understanding their clients' pain points and delivering meaningful solutions beyond mortgage products.\n2️⃣ Build Your Network Every Day: Long-term success comes from intentionally growing your relationships, participating in industry organizations, and consistently following up with the people you meet.\n3️⃣ Write It Down & Follow Through: Brenda shares her simple system of documenting conversations, capturing key insights, and revisiting notes each week to improve retention and strengthen client relationships.\nConnect with Brenda DiScala\nhttps://www.freedomwholesale.com/\nAbout the Non-Del Influencers Podcast:\nOur mission is to provide you with invaluable resources and educational insights, equipping you, your team, and your business partners with the best practices for thriving...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/zUCwzh2eT8yiGuTo3Yxw8NT5-r8mv0EGq8T29YhWYj4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kMzQw/MzBmYjA0M2RlYzI1/OWU5ZjJhNmY2Y2Y5/NDAzNC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}