#44 Values over Profit! Adam Heafner and I discuss the importance of mission and values in a company and how that creates a culture that will stand the tests of time.

Kenversations with Ken Okonek

In this episode of Kenversations, I welcomes Adam Heafner, a seasoned leader in the mortgage lending industry, to discuss the importance of having a clear mission and vision for a company. Adam shares his experience leading a growing mortgage lending team with his 2 partners, and how they navigated the challenges that come with growth while staying true to the company's core values.

Adam shares his insights on how to work through values, and how to take full ownership of the direction of a company. He also emphasizes the importance of constantly going back to the core values and leaning on them as the company adapts to the changing times, especially in the volatile mortgage market.

The conversation delves into the fires that come with growth, and how having strong leadership and a clear vision can help a company navigate through them. Adam shares his experiences in adapting to the ups and downs of the mortgage market over the last three years, and how he was able to maintain the company's values during difficult times.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into the importance of mission and vision, leadership, and core values in building and growing a successful company. They will also learn how to adapt to the changing market and how to stay true to their values while navigating through the challenges that come with growth. Tune in to this episode of Kenversations with Adam Heafner to learn more.