March Forward
Andrew (Andy) W. Harris
President | Vantage Mortgage Brokers - NMLS # 124161
There is a lot of noise and distractions in this world, especially around business and entrepreneurship. We have a choice each day if we’ll allow these distractions to slow us down or ignore them to continue moving forward. In order to be unstoppable, you need to become a train, linked directly to tracks leading in one direction with one focus. No stopping, no slowing down, and continuously moving. Only until you reach your destination can you then seek a new one, but no one should stop you from where you’re going.
All of us strive for success in our business and no one wants to get derailed. Looking ahead it’s vital that we try to find items that may be laying on our track or in our way. What are some of these barriers or obstacles we need to be aware of?
- Losing sight of your ‘why’ in your business. What you stand for, believe in, and your vision by moving at speeds that amend your reasoning.
- Internal politics impacting or causing issues in common sense, logical decision making.
- Creating new partnerships that may not align with your company vision or put you at risk if not carefully weighed.
- Taking on new employees or teams with only focusing on production, versus the risk on profitability, behavior, and staffing needs.
- Losing confidence or allowing fear to prohibit new opportunities.
We have to be cautious of rapid decline or rapid growth. Today’s market appears to be putting business in one category or the other, depending on operations. There may be opportunities, but you have to look ahead conservatively and expect the best, but plan for the worst. Now is not the time to be either reckless or passive. You need to press and march forward, but find the balance to do so intelligently and paying attention to trends, data, and metrics for success. Execute strategic plans and be relentless with discipline.
“When you’re in your lane, there’s no traffic.” – Ava Duvernay
by Andy W. Harris, CRMS | President - NMLS# 124161
Vantage Mortgage Group, Inc. | NMLS# 35986
The Elite Performer - March Forward - Featured in the March 2019 Edition of National Mortgage Professional Magazine