The Culture Matters Podcast

“The only thing that will redeem mankind is cooperation.” - Burton RusselRobert Frehafer is the founder of Guardian Roofing and Siding and repeat guest on the show.  On today's episode, Robert and Jay are talking about goals and the importance of going above and beyond for your employees.  We're getting into conflict resolution, a leader's responsibilities, understanding, and faith.  There's a lot to unpack today, so enjoy this conversation with Robert Frehafer. 

“No institution can possibly survive if it needs geniuses or supermen to manage it. It must be organized in such a way as to be able to get along under a leadership composed of average human beings.” - Peter DruckerGood friend of the Culture Matters family and mortgage lender extraordinaire Bill Mervin stops by today for another great chat with Jay.  Jay and Bill discuss the culture of the industry, some of the pitfalls, and how a lack of knowledge can absolutely be a dangerous thing.  If there is anything you want to know regarding mortgages and the real estate game, Bill Mervin is your guy. 

“There is nothing impossible to whom who will try.” - Alexander The GreatReal estate professional and good friend of the show John Swartz is to talk business.  Jay and John get into the philosophy of is there a such thing as wasted time and how the real estate industry is struggling in the current economic climate and ways to potentially overcome those struggles.  Should you relocate if you're a top earner at your company?  How has COVID affected the up and coming generation of leaders?  Stay tuned to find out those answers and more with the always real John Swartz. 

“Intellect is a wild force in history, but it can also be a destructive power. It becomes an instrument of justification for impulse.” Kevin DeLory is the Chief Lending Officer & Partner at EPM and a repeat guest of The Culture Matters Podcast.  On the docket today is a brief discussion on being able to change a less than ideal culture and the value of perseverance.  We're talking about the power of "I will" and how creating trust and equality within a company should always be a top priority.  Can having too much money be a problem?  Let Kevin unpack that for you on today's episode! 

“A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is brave five minutes longer.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson Michael Ferraro is a luxury real estate professional within the Compass team based in Connecticut.  Today we're discussing how the real estate market has changed due to the current economic client and how real estate professionals all over are having to adjust their tactics since what worked in the past isn't necessarily an option anymore.  There are a couple little insider tips today so listen carefully to this informative conversation with Michael Ferraro. 

“What is success? To laugh often and much. To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children. To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends. To appreciate the beauty. To find the best in others. To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition. To know even one life has been made easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” Ralph Waldo EmersonKenny Phillips is the Senior VP of mortgage lending at EPM and is here to tell you that there is a lot of value and laughter and having fun at work.  If you can create an environment where people want to be then they are going to show up every day happy and ready to produce.  It's a big culture conversation today on The Culture Matters Podcast! 

“All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make, the better.” - Ralph Waldo EmersonChristopher Adams is the CEO of Hero Brands and a guy who gets things done.  Things are getting started a little differently today as Chris takes Jay through his journey being on the forefront of putting gaming content on YouTube and receiving checks for doing something that he loved.  We're also getting into time management, passions, and the value of making sure your people know they are heard and supported.  Enjoy this conversation from a true innovator and pioneer, Christopher Adams. 

“Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” - Ralph Waldo EmersonJosh Buchter is the founder of Real Producers Magazine and a well-known figure in the Philadelphia real estate market.  Josh is a person who excels at connecting people and he's here to share some of his do's and don't's in that space with Jay and our listeners.  There is a lot to unpack today, so please enjoy this conversation with The Real Wolf of Broad Street. 

“Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail.”- Ralph Waldo EmmersonOur guest on the show today is Nathan Knottingham who is a true standout in the mortgage community.  Sticking with a common theme on the show over the past few months, Jay and Nathan dig into the economy and a fear of failure, but not letting that failure define you or keep you from moving forward.  We're talking the differences between online and in-person relationships and a few other things on this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast. 

“Absolute monarchs are but men.” - John LocheGreg Offner is an author, musician, and an award-winning keynote speaker and he is stopping by to drop some knowledge on today's episode.  We're talking to a bonafide piano bar musician and he gives us some insight on how that correlates to his book The Tip Jar Culture.  Greg also gets into how working from home has increased productivity, the benfits of collaboration, and how heavy the crown of leadership can really be.  Sit back, relax, and let Greg Offner play you a tune...metaphorically speaking. Text 33-777 “TipJar”