Do What?!

by Shannon Hicks
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| October 18, 2013

7 Not So Secret Tips for Success…
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By now most of you are familiar with the new HECM product, first year distribution limits, upfront MIP charges, etc. The question is on a broader level what can you do each day in position yourself and your reverse mortgage business for success in the coming year? Here are just a few things to consider. #1- Know your priorities. You will never be able to do all things. That’s frustrating for you Type A personalities out there but honestly, it’s impossible. To avoid frustration and burn out write out your priorities. For most of us it’s prospecting and outbound calls. Time block each day of the week when you will be making sales calls and PROTECT that time from any other demands. #2- Focus. Multitasking is a sure way to do several things half-good. It’s also a more productive form of procrastination…

Editor in Chief: HECMWorld.com

As a prominent commentator and Editor in Chief at HECMWorld.com, Shannon Hicks has played a pivotal role in reshaping the conversation around reverse mortgages. His unique perspectives and deep understanding of the industry have not only educated countless readers but has also contributed to introducing practical strategies utilizing housing wealth with a reverse mortgage.

Shannon’s journey into the world of reverse mortgages began in 2002 as an originator and his prior work in the financial services industry. Shannon has been covering reverse mortgage news stories since 2008 when he launched the podcast HECMWorld Weekly. Later, in 2010 he began producing the weekly video series The Industry Leader Update and Friday’s Food for Thought.

Readers wishing to submit stories or interview requests can reach our team at: info@hecmworld.com.

9 Comments

Don Davis
October 18, 2013 at 8:57 am
Very timely and excellent comments. Thanks
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The_Cynic
October 18, 2013 at 9:55 am
The message was great but I was a little distracted by the shirt. It was great to see you in front of a screen instead of sitting at your desk with occasional distractions behind your window.

Have a great weekend!!

The_Cynic
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- Shannon HicksModerator
  October 18, 2013 at 10:39 am
  Thank you Cynic…. Casual Friday shirt 🙂
  
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Bill binkey
October 18, 2013 at 8:25 pm
My respected friend~

I always enjoy your timely and ‘on point’ messages.

I must agree with the ‘cynic’, the shirt was distracting.
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Hank from The Bank
October 19, 2013 at 6:28 am
Cool comments. But where did you get that sweater?
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Steve Springer
October 19, 2013 at 7:25 am
Good overview. Would like to see a printed transcrpit for occasional review.

Thanks
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Chris Byrnes
October 22, 2013 at 7:46 am
The shirt was very cool. I was expecting you to maybe serve communion.
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Richard W
October 25, 2013 at 8:35 am
I needed that message today. Thank you very much. I appreciate what you do.

and I have to say….When I was watching I was thinking I was going to tell you to get rid of that shirt. But others beat me to it.
(All in good fun!) 🙂
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- Shannon HicksModerator
  October 25, 2013 at 8:49 am
  Ha ha…no worries. Casual Friday and wild shirt. This week was a Men’s Warehouse casual LOL.
  
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