In this episode, I sit down with Trevor York—Loan Officer and founder of Lynkspot—for a truly inspiring conversation. Trevor shares his journey through the mortgage industry and talks about how focusing on the customer experience, dialing in your messaging, and using social media effectively can make a huge difference in your business. He walks me through what Lynkspot is all about and how it’s helping loan officers simplify their marketing in one easy-to-use platform.

We also chat about mindset, the ups and downs of growing through adversity, and how personal growth plays a big role in professional success. Trevor opens up about how his family has shaped his perspective, and I just love his genuine passion for helping others in the industry. He reminds us to celebrate the wins—big or small—and to keep lifting each other up. You’re going to walk away from this one feeling encouraged and ready to take action!

Episode Resources:

Learn more about Lynkspot: https://lynkspot.com

Connect with Trevor: https://www.instagram.com/trevyork/

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Trevor York and Lynkspot

02:22 Trevor's Journey as a Loan Officer

04:19 The Birth of Lynkspot

05:15 The Importance of Customer Experience

09:16 The Role of Messaging and Packaging

11:19 Extracting Authenticity in Communication

17:08 Overcoming Challenges in Video Communication

23:16 Understanding Lynkspot's Features and Benefits

30:07 Mindset Matters: Cultivating Positivity

37:27 The Power of Gratitude and Faith

44:24 Strengths and Weaknesses: A Dual Perspective

45:31 Empowering Others: The Ripple Effect of Support

50:12 Learning from Family: The Cycle of Growth

53:06 Closing Thoughts: The Value of Connection and Learning

In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Dr. Shad Helmstetter about the powerful role self-talk plays in both personal development and parenting.

We explored how the words we say to ourselves, and to our children, can shape confidence, self-esteem, and overall well-being.

Dr. Helmstetter shares some fascinating insights into the neuroscience behind self-talk and how it literally programs the brain, for better or worse. Whether you’re a parent or not, this will really hit home.

We also talked about how we, as parents and educators, have a responsibility to help kids develop positive inner dialogue from a young age. Dr. Helmstetter offered practical ways to shift negative thought patterns and even walked through how to teach self-talk to children in everyday life.

The ripple effect of these conversations can be life-changing—not just for our kids, but for future generations.

This episode will speak to you as a parent, leader, or anyone who wants to create lasting impact—starting with the words we use.

It was such a meaningful discussion, and I can’t wait for you to hear it.

Where to get self talk:

https://selftalkplus.com

https://shadhelmstetter.com

Books by Dr. Shad Helmstetter

What To Say When You Talk to Yourself - https://a.co/d/194hJmd

Predictive Parenting-What To Say When You Talk to Your Kids - https://a.co/d/6IOXgmq

Who Are You Really and What Do You Want? - https://a.co/d/9wUQuMn

The Power of Neuroplasticity - https://a.co/d/j9c1qK5

Negative Self Talk and How to Change it - https://a.co/d/ffLdSZY

The Self Talk Solution - https://a.co/d/cNWqxsx

Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AEgkGMCGaiI

Get Loan Team Training for YOUR Team: https://loanteamtraining.com

Let’s Connect:

Instagram – @itsireneduford

LinkedIn – Irene Duford

Facebook – Loan Team Training

Email – ireneandkevin@loanteamtraining.com

Episode Highlights

00:00 The Power of Self-Talk in Parenting

07:00 Neuroscience of Self-Talk and Its Impact

14:54 Practical Applications of Self-Talk

22:03 Teaching Self-Talk to Children

30:06 The Ripple Effect of Positive Self-Talk

Join me as I have a great conversation with Neel Dhingra, a prominent digital creator, entrepreneur, and mortgage industry leader, the founder and CEO of Forward Academy. He has significantly impacted the real estate and mortgage industries by leveraging content marketing and personal branding to grow his business exponentially.

He lives what he teaches.

We talk about the power of personal branding and content marketing, how passion can drive your business forward, and what it really takes to create content that connects.

Neel shares his journey of working in the mortgage business to becoming a leader in personal branding and marketing through content creation, and he really emphasizes the importance of helping others and building a strong, supportive community along the way.

We also get into some of the real challenges that come with shifting market conditions, the mindset needed to push through, and why staying focused on growth is so important.

Plus, Neel gives us a preview of the upcoming Forward Event- a high-energy, in-person conference designed for mortgage and real estate professionals aiming to elevate their personal brands. The upcoming event is scheduled for July 11–12, 2025, in Las Vegas, featuring marketing experts from outside the industry who inject fresh perspectives that work. Neel brings world-class speakers like Chris Do, Dan Martell, Shade Zahrai, Johnny Cupcakes and so many more.

This is an inspiring conversation with so many gold nuggets from Neel you won’t want to miss!

Connect with Neel:

Neel Instagram

The Neel Home Podcast

https://neelhome.com

https://www.youtube.com/c/NeelDhingra

https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelhome

https://www.forwardacademy.com

Get Loan Team Training for YOUR Team: loanteamtraining.com

Watch my podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3DGxFZRqXFA

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsireneduford/

Follow me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ireneduford/

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Email: ireneandkevin@loanteamtraining.com

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Neil Dhingra and Forward Academy

04:38 The Journey of Building a Personal Brand

10:59 Refocusing on Passion and Enthusiasm

14:45 Creative Marketing Strategies in Direct Mail and Social Media

16:37 The Importance of Packaging Your Message

17:43 Implementing Strategies for Success

19:32 Identifying Your Target Audience

22:55 Narrowing Your Focus for Greater Impact

25:08 Engaging with Your Audience on Social Media

30:37 The Fulfillment of Helping...