This episode is for every entrepreneur, agent, and lender who's tired of chasing shiny objects and ready to build something real.

We sat down with John Murphy, Vice President of MJW Mortgage, who’s scaled a values-based mortgage company with zero fluff. He breaks down how lending really works, the lies most agents believe about loans, and the truth about why most people stay broke. From mastering your revenue/expense mindset to becoming mentally tough, John lays out what it actually takes to lead, provide, and win in business — without losing your soul in the process. 📱 Connect w/ John: Instagram:  

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