Competitive Edge Podcast

This solo episode is your mid-year halftime talk, walking you through Brian’s RACE framework: Reset, Align, Commit, Execute. Use this simple four-step process to check your progress, refocus your energy, and stack daily wins for a massive second half of the year.

In this solo episode, Brian unpacks the concept of "borrowed belief" and how the right mentors, coaches, and leaders can help you create your next big breakthrough. He shares personal stories from his early days at Wells Fargo to building a new team from scratch, and explains how surrounding yourself with the right people can transform your faith, family, fitness, and finances. You’ll learn how to spot limiting beliefs, why aggressive patience matters, and how to step into rooms where people see more in you than you currently see in yourself. If you’ve ever felt stuck, this episode will help you borrow belief until you fully believe it’s possible for you. 1:10 – The people who pull you out of tough seasons and change your perspective 2:20 – Lessons from mentors, Wells Fargo, and learning P&Ls and leadership 3:58 – Borrowing belief in wealth building and investments with real examples 5:05 – The missing step: believing it is possible for you, not just others 6:10 – Faith, family, fitness, finances: where limiting beliefs are holding you back 7:26 – Getting in rooms where people dream bigger and see your potential 8:15 – Aggressive patience: stacking daily wins and playing the long game 9:10 – Every setback prepared you for this season and what’s ahead 10:10 – Why this podcast exists and how you can help it impact more people SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW! BRIAN COVEY: https://briancovey.com https://instagram.com/thebriancovey https://twitter.com/thebriancovey https://www.facebook.com/TheBrianCovey/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-covey/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thebriancovey

What separates top producers from the rest in today’s mortgage market? In this episode of Competitive Edge, Brian Covey sits down with Allison Larson, a powerhouse mortgage producer with over $100 million in annual production. Allison shares the mindset, systems, and tools that drive her high-level success - from streamlining communication with clients and agents to leveraging innovative tech for better transparency and trust. She unpacks her team's ambitious goals, the importance of intentional follow-up, and how she’s maintaining balance while scaling. Tune in to discover how Allison is raising the bar and how you can too!

Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things, but something still feels off, like you're building a career but not really designing a life? In this solo episode of The Competitive Edge podcast, Brian Covey dives into four foundational pillars - faith, fitness, family, and finances - that are shaping not just his life, but the lives of high performers and purpose-driven leaders. Brian shares real-world coaching insights, personal reflections, and hard-earned lessons that will inspire listeners to reset, refocus, and finish the year strong. Whether you're building a career or designing a life, this episode will challenge you to close the gaps and take the next step toward your best self.

Feeling stuck and wondering how to build real momentum without burning out? In this powerhouse episode, Katie Shive unpacks how she broke free from burnout and built momentum through clarity, daily discipline, and community. She shares the mindset shifts and habits that helped her turn obstacles into opportunities and why showing up with consistency beats chasing perfection every time. Whether you're building a business or a life you love, this episode delivers a blueprint for sustainable success.

In this episode of The Competitive Edge, Brian Covey sits down with Abdel Khawatmi - top 1% originator, coach, and powerhouse entrepreneur - to uncover the strategies that took him from law school to leading one of the most recognized mortgage brands in the industry. Known for his values rooted in faith, family, fitness, and finance, Abdel shares how he leveraged his background in law to create a high-performance business anchored in clear communication and client experience. From integrating AI tools like ChatGPT and Gamma to boost productivity, to developing a standout personal brand (gorilla logo and branded truck included), Abdel reveals the exact tactics that fuel his success. Whether you're in mortgage, sales, or leadership, you’ll walk away with practical takeaways to elevate your game.

What if the key to breaking through wasn’t talent or timing, but perseverance? In this episode of the Competitive Edge Podcast, Brian Covey sits down with mortgage industry powerhouse and transformational coach JJ Mazzo to uncover how personal setbacks can be turned into your greatest superpower. From leading a billion-dollar division to overcoming addiction, JJ shares raw stories, powerful mindset shifts, and proven strategies that built his success in life and business. You’ll hear how creating experiences over collecting things shaped his leadership style, why self-leadership is non-negotiable, and the essential moves you need to make now to set up your best year yet. Whether you're navigating a tough season or gearing up for growth, JJ’s seven Perseverance Principles will equip you to rise higher with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Listen now and discover what’s really possible when you stop reacting and start leading. Pre-order JJ's brand new book, Perseverance Principles, and unlock the blueprint for turning adversity into your advantage. https://perseveranceprinciples.com/