The Growth Mindset Podcast

In this episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle from Crown Home Mortgage talk about how to create simple systems that help you stay focused, take action, and crush your goals. 💪

This is a no-guest episode, so Adam and Rick are rolling up their sleeves and sharing real talk, smart tips, and practical steps you can use right away. Whether you are in real estate, mortgages, sales, or just trying to ge...

What if being a little “delusional” is actually your secret weapon?

In Episode 33 of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle dive into why thinking bigger than your current reality isn’t crazy… it’s powerful 💥

In this high-energy episode, Adam and Rick break down how top producers in mortgage and real estate win by believing in results before they see them. Whether you're closing...

Growth isn’t luck — it’s built with standards, structure, and consistency. In Episode 32 of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle sit down with Michael Matejka, National Business Development Manager at Crown Home Mortgage, to break down how clear standards can create exponential growth in the mortgage and real estate business.

Michael shares real-world insight into how strong expectations, ...

Mindset. Belief. Action.

In this powerful solo episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle dive into one of the most important drivers of success — belief.

If you can believe it… you can achieve it. Sounds simple, right? But belief isn’t just positive thinking. It’s the foundation for taking action, pushing through setbacks, and staying focused when things get tough.

In t...

Welcome back to The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosted by Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle—your go-to duo for real talk, real strategies, and real growth in the world of mortgages, real estate, and business. In this episode, Adam and Rick break down one of their favorite connection-driven systems: the 4-7-11 method, a simple but powerful way to deepen relationships, boost influence, and create meaningful connections in both life and ...

Welcome to Episode 29 of The Growth Mindset Podcast with your hosts Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle — two powerhouse mortgage pros who mix high-level strategy with real talk and a touch of humor.

In this solo episode, Rick and Adam dive into one of the most overlooked drivers of success (or sabotage): the voice in your head.

Is your internal monologue pumping you up or tearing you down?

 Does it sound like your old boss, your ...

Welcome to The Growth Mindset Podcast hosted by Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley, where we explore the tools, tactics, and mindsets that drive success in real estate and mortgage lending.

In this futuristic and fascinating episode, Rick and Adam sit down for a conversation with Kala—an AI bot! That’s right. No guest company. No awkward coffee orders. Just pure tech talk with a digital mind.

Together, they explore what it&rsqu...

In Episode 27 of The Growth Mindset Podcast, your hosts Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley dive deep into one of the most overlooked goldmines in the mortgage and real estate industry—your past customer database.

If you're constantly chasing new leads but ignoring your existing clients, you're leaving money on the table. In this episode, Rick and Adam break down practical, proven strategies for re-engaging with your past customers t...

In this episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle sit down with Kevin Gillespie, Partner and Coach at Mortgage Marketing Animals and co-author of the Amazon Best Seller Crushing Call Reluctance for Mortgage Loan Officers.

Kevin brings more than 30 years of executive-level experience in the mortgage industry, having served as President, COO, and Partner at some of the nation’s largest lenders. To...

🎙️ Hosted by Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle, this special episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast asks the ultimate question: Who is the Greatest Loan Officer? Buckle up as your favorite dynamic duo dives deep into what separates the good from the truly great in the mortgage world.

From outrageous marketing tactics to rock-solid relationship building, Adam and Rick share behind-the-scenes stories, real-life examples, and their personal...

In this refreshingly honest episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley get real about a topic not enough people talk about—failure.

Everyone fails. But in the mortgage and real estate world, those failures can feel like they define us. Not today! Rick and Adam share personal stories, epic flops, and what they’ve learned along the way. You’ll walk away understanding that failure is not...

On this episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley sit down with Eric Bowers, Sales Manager at Crown Home Mortgage, to explore what it really takes to parachute into a new market and make a serious impact. Eric didn’t just dip his toes in—he jumped in full force and brought his "royalty-level service" with him.

With a relentless commitment to excellence, technology, and top-tier service, Er...

Welcome to another high-energy episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast with your hosts Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley! In Episode 22, we’re diving into one of the most relatable challenges in both real estate and mortgage careers — staying productive even when motivation is MIA.

Rick and Adam break down proven strategies to help you push through mental blocks, overcome procrastination, and execute your game plan like a pro &...

Welcome to The Growth Mindset Podcast with your hosts Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley! In this exciting Episode 21, we’re joined by Blake Hyatt, Branch Manager at Direct Mortgage Loans and head of The Hyatt Team.

Blake is one of the youngest and most accomplished professionals in the mortgage world, proudly ranking in the top 1% of Loan Originators. With thousands of homebuyers helped under his belt, Blake joins the show to talk ...

Welcome to another high-energy episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast! In Episode 20, hosts Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle sit down with Johann Cuadros, Business Development Manager at Crown Home Mortgage, to explore one of the most powerful growth tools in real estate and mortgage: referrals.

Johann shares his expert insights on building genuine relationships, creating high-converting partnerships with real estate professionals, and h...

Welcome to Episode 19 of The Growth Mindset Podcast with your hosts Adam Crosley and Rick Riddle! In this episode, we sit down with Michael Matejka, National Business Development Manager at Crown Home Mortgage, to dive into what it really means to build a business through giving.

Mike is the driving force behind Crown’s expansion efforts—he’s the guy opening new offices, managing mergers and acquisitions, creating ...

In this exciting Episode 18 of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley welcome a powerhouse in the mortgage world—Bob Deiorio, Co-Founder and Mortgage Loan Originator at Crown Home Mortgage.

Bobby D entered the mortgage game back in 1997, and he’s been swimming with the whales ever since. With over 24 years of experience, Bobby has seen it all—from running one of Wells Fargo’s top five ...

In this exciting new episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley sit down with Paul Abraham, CEO & Owner of LocalLender, to dive deep into what it means to truly "hunt like you are hungry" in today’s mortgage industry.

Paul shares his powerful philosophy on working with loan officers instead of against them—building a strong network through support, purchase leads, and true collaboration...

In this episode of The Growth Mindset Podcast, hosts Rick Riddle and Adam Crosley sit down with Tom Kalagher, the dynamic Founder of Fairhope Mortgage LLC, to explore how Facebook can become a powerful platform for creating niche audiences and generating consistent business—without spending a dime on ads.

Tom breaks down how he used targeted Facebook groups, storytelling, and value-based content to build a loyal client base. W...