Never Underestimate the Underdog

Underdogs are expected to lose or face significant challenges compared to a stronger or more favored opponent.

 Underdogs often have significant disadvantages or limited resources and even market opposition. However, the underdog has a proven track record of beating the odds when least expected.  Sounds familiar. 

If you’re a reverse mortgage originator you may be nodding your head. Here are just a few advantages underdogs hold that others lack. 

1- The ability to surprise the market. As the underdog, you can operate under the radar, avoiding competitive scrutiny. This can allow you to build momentum quietly and make a significant impact when least expected. 

2- The freedom to innovate in a way your larger competitors cannot. 

3- The advantage of being underestimated. Those who may oppose your work often undervalue your abilities to their disadvantage. 

4- Resourcefulness. Underdogs also develop a strong work ethic and resilience due to limited resources. This can create a culture of determination and creativity working harder to achieve results, often becoming more efficient and resourceful. 

5- You’re not set in your ways. Unlike those who have found mainstream underdogs leverage setbacks as an opportunity to learn and improve to win again another day.

You may be an underdog but (shhh)… let them think it’s to their advantage.