Expand Your Impact ft. Candice McNaught

Welcome back to The MikedUp Show for our second installment of Season 4! Hosts Michael Kelleher and Michael Zau sit down with Candice McNaught, an Executive Sales Leader with more than 16 years of experience in the financial sector and current SVP at Planet Home Lending. Candice’s track record for driving measurable growth, mentoring high-performing teams, and forging strategic client relationships is unparalleled. Now she’s here to share her unique insights into thriving in the ever-evolving mortgage industry.

Candice’s Blueprint for Success: Learn how she navigated the climb from entry-level positions to executive leadership, consistently delivering results through data-driven strategies and actionable insights.
Leadership Essentials: Candice’s philosophy centers on building a culture of accountability, leveraging teamwork, and striving for excellence—whether rates are soaring or the market is in flux.
Thriving in Tough Markets: From her stance on forging the right partnerships to optimizing processes, Candice shines a light on practical methods for staying ahead when times get challenging.
Planet Home Lending’s Vision: Discover how Candice’s leadership style influences a more holistic approach to lending, transforming the daily grind into an opportunity for growth and long-term success.
Episode Highlights

Servant Leadership in Action: Why it’s crucial to “listen to understand” before you lead, and how that mindset empowers entire teams to overcome obstacles.
Aligning Your Planets: The powerful analogy of aligning each “planet” in your business—teams, operations, and partnerships—to ensure smooth and strategic growth.
5-Yard Line vs. 1-Yard Line: Hear the hosts discuss how too many professionals stop just short of the finish line, missing out on what could be their biggest breakthroughs.
Raising Your Hand: Candice stresses the importance of asking for help, whether it’s from senior leadership, peers, or new partners. Growth flourishes when communication is open and transparent.
Throughout this conversation, you’ll gain a firsthand look at what it means to combine vision and execution—turning data into action and resilience into results. Whether you’re a seasoned mortgage professional, a rising star in sales, or simply someone driven to make a bigger impact in your field, this episode offers a roadmap to up-level your game.
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