{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Building Doors with Lauren Karan","title":"19. Breaking down barriers in business with Nikki Berzin","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2546,"description":"From firefighter through to founding and running a business as a mortgage broker- Nikki has always been about challenging the status quo. Refusing to stay in her lane or in careers that don’t fulfil her, Nikki has built a career on disrupting markets and following her true passion.Don’t tell Nikki it can’t be done without expecting her to show you how it can be. Nikki is not your average broker. Having previously worked as a firefighter, she understands the challenges of earning respect in a male-dominated industry. Today, she stands as the proud owner and founder of Cherry Lending & Finance, a thriving mortgage brokerage firm located in Victoria. Her leadership is defined by exceptional customer service and determination.Nikki is also the owner of Girls Just Want To Have Fun, a platform where she leverages her expertise from Cherry Lending & Finance to empower, educate, and inspire women towards financial freedom. Through mentorship programs and events, Nikki equips females with the necessary knowledge and tools to take control of their finances and achieve their goals.In this episode, we speak to Nikki about:Breaking down barriers in the finance industry and overcoming misconceptions about women’s capabilities, particularly in male-dominated fields.Nikki’s unwavering dedication to helping individuals attain financial freedom, discover their forever homes, and make sound investment decisions.Emphasising the importance of enjoying work and not settling for a job that lacks personal fulfilment.Nikki’s commitment to empowering, educating, and inspiring women to achieve financial independence and take control of their financial futures.Insightful guidance on common errors people make when seeking home loans and how to navigate the process more effectively.An exploration of taking financial risks.The rewarding experience of starting and building a business, and the significance of celebrating milestones along the way.Practical tips and tricks for first-time...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rcJTQ5eXITvLdAogYDlhRpa2ZvZlMeipr6w7MvQqkqs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM1NTExLzE2Njgz/OTU0OTQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}