Most people think making decisions that lead to revenue growth is all about speed or just following your gut, but there's a lot more to it. Top producers in the mortgage industry excel because they have mastered the art of strategic decision-making. What really sets top producers apart isn’t just that they know how to close a loan or sell their services – both of those skills are vital – but rather, their ability to lead themselves and others with powerful decisions that produce extraordinary results. In this episode, I explain the top five decision-making habits of successful mortgage pros that can improve your leadership and explode your pipeline.   "Top producers have a strong propensity and proclivity to step outside their comfort zone, swing for the fences, and take strategic risks for higher rewards because there is no reward without risk." - Doren Aldana   Things you’ll learn:    -How to make decisions quickly and wisely, while avoiding the pitfalls of being rash or procrastinating. -Ways to balance big dreams with realistic, incremental milestones, ensuring strategic growth while mitigating unnecessary risk. -When to seek advice and move forward confidently once a decision is made. -Why you need to use your head and heart, trusting your gut while relying on logical analysis and critical thinking. -How to act quickly on opportunities but be patient with results, prioritizing high-impact decisions.