Why Culture Cannot Be Delegated
Most banks pretend that culture can be delegated. Wrong. Elite banks weaponize culture as their profit engine. Here’s the system CEOs can’t ignore.
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How to Get A+ Quality Loans to Come to You
I believe people operate out of their “world view” and fairly committed to their “belief systems.” In this video, I share with you important tips to get your team to believe that getting more A+ credits can be done. Enjoy the video.
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