Our experiences in childhood have the ability to shape us as adults. How can we recognize how our experiences affect us today? Which parts of our personalities should we be building upon, and which should we be receding from?

On this episode, Derek Fertig shares how he turned his life around and how it positively affected his personal life at home and his professional life in his business.

When you focus on the money side of it, remember that it can be both good and bad. -Derek Fertig

Three Things We Learned From This Episode

Acknowledge your flaws (10:38- 11:43 )

Accepting responsibility for our mistakes is extremely important. No one wants to work with someone who easily blames others when something goes wrong. If we know we're guilty of doing this, acknowledge it as a flaw and work consistently to stop doing it.

Look at the origin of the issue (12:22- 13:19 )

Think about childhood and the experiences that have shaped our lives today. Knowing our motivation is crucial- for example, if we grew up in a poor family, our drive has probably been shaped by wanting a better life as a child. While there's nothing wrong with strong drive, we also need to take the time to work on other areas of our lives. Once we identify where our motivation comes from, it's easier to put systems in place that help us work more effectively so we can alleviate some of the stress.

It's okay to feel overwhelmed (21:30- 23:10 )

Seeking balance in life is not always easy, but let that be a motivation for you, vs. a discouragement. 

No one is perfect, and it's important to remember that we're always growing as individuals. While we grow, remember to acknowledge the importance of identifying our flaws and take responsibility for our actions. Be aware of motivations and be accepting when our priorities shift. The most important thing to remember is to always keep improving yourself along the way.

Guest Bio- 

Derek Fertig is the Area Manager at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. His reputation as an elite member of the mortgage industry comes from his high level of customer service. Derek's approach to business is focused on core values that include a family focus, humility and great communication, among others. 

To find out more about Derek, head to:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekfertig 

And https://www.zillow.com/lender-profile/Derek Fertig/