Apply to be a podcast guest: https://findadvice.nz/podcast In this podcast, the host interviews Campbell Hastie, a mortgage broker, where they touch upon a variety of topics ranging from Campbell's controversial view on making a peanut butter sandwich to deep dives on the concept of consciousness. Campbell shares his unique perspective on the food he believes holds a special quality – the kind you'd catch, grow or kill yourself. He also compares the qualities of a good mortgage to a well-played game of hockey and emphasizes on trust as a major aspect of his business. Moreover, Campbell talks about his journey as a mortgage broker and how the focus on long-term rewards helped him survive during tough times. The conversation also includes an interesting take on the dynamics between life insurance and mortgage brokering. Guests website: https://hastiemortgages.co.nz/ 00:00 Introduction 00:22 Desert Island Meals and Food Preferences 00:57 The Magic of Self-Sourced Food 02:15 The Joy of Fishing and Hunting 02:54 Surviving in the Wild: A Reality Check 03:12 The Pleasures of YouTube and the Dilemma of TikTok 03:34 The Art and Science of Fishing 05:17 The Intriguing Life Cycle of Insects 05:56 The Thrill and Fear of Catching Fish 06:24 The Curious Case of Dolphins and Gannets 11:20 The Philosophy of Consciousness and Reincarnation 15:01 The School Life and Sports Experiences 17:37 The Art of Delivering Bad News 21:56 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Buying a House 23:31 The Art of Organizing Mortgages 24:06 The Journey of Becoming a Mortgage Broker 24:32 The Power of Word of Mouth in Business 25:09 Turning Crisis into Opportunity: Writing a Book 25:37 The Impact of PR and Media Exposure 26:49 The Importance of Consistency and Credibility 28:40 The Role of Referrals in Business Growth 29:28 The Art of Delivering a Good Job 31:53 The Importance of Trust in Business 37:56 The Power of Specialization in Business 41:30 The Value of Persistence and Resilience 50:03 The Power of Delayed Gratification 54:08 The Challenges of Compliance in the Mortgage Industry