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The Producer Mindset

The Producer Mindset

By Michael Rivero

A podcast for top producers, by top producers.
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Scale Your Mortgage Business w/ “Mortgage Doctor’ Stephen Carpitella, The Producer Mindset Podcast.

The Producer Mindset Mar 21, 2023

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Scale Your Mortgage Business w/ “Mortgage Doctor’ Stephen Carpitella, The Producer Mindset Podcast.

Scale Your Mortgage Business w/ “Mortgage Doctor’ Stephen Carpitella, The Producer Mindset Podcast.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Stephen Carpitella. We debunk myths about achieving success in loan origination, discuss the importance of educating yourself and the consumer, and give key strategies for scaling your mortgage business overall.

Stephen Carpitella is a mortgage leader with over a decade of experience in the industry. He is a highly successful individual loan originator and was ranked 20th in the nation for FHA loan volume in 2012. With his former position as a CPA and degree in accounting and finance, he specializes in helping self-employed clients achieve their dream homes.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.


Mar 21, 202340:22
How Agent Candyce Astroth Dominates a Shifting Real Estate Market. The Producer Mindset.

How Agent Candyce Astroth Dominates a Shifting Real Estate Market. The Producer Mindset.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Candyce Astroth. We discuss how to convert online leads into paying customers, tips for succeeding in a referral-based business, and strategies for working in a shifting real estate market.

Candyce Astroth specializes in military relocation, custom home builds and residential real estate working. She is becoming the neighborhood real estate expert in Northern Virginia, specifically in Fairfax. She has helped buyers and sellers in multiple areas throughout the US including places like Tennessee, California and Virginia.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Dec 21, 202241:05
Surviving Rock Bottom in the Mortgage Industry w/ Saul Pinela

Surviving Rock Bottom in the Mortgage Industry w/ Saul Pinela

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Saul Pinela. We discuss tips for succeeding in the mortgage business, hitting rock bottom and coming back from it, and becoming a leader in the industry.

Saul Pinela has over a decade of experience originating real estate transactions, having closed more than 3,000 loans. He is an esteemed member of the Residential Mortgage Lending community and was recognized as one of the top ten Latino lenders in the US. For years, he has been committed to ensuring the best interests of his clients.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Dec 06, 202230:47
Learn How to Scale Your Real Estate Business w/ Marketing Genius Dean Jackson. The Producer Mindset

Learn How to Scale Your Real Estate Business w/ Marketing Genius Dean Jackson. The Producer Mindset

Internet Marketing to Scale Your Real Estate Business w/ Marketing Genius Dean Jackson

Description: Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Dean Jackson. We discuss content strategies for realtors, converting prospects into business and using internet marketing as a capital investment.

Dean Jackson is a marketing genius, author, podcast host and entrepreneur. He is widely known in the marketing world for pioneering the original Squeeze Page. He is the author of BreakthroughDNA, a marketing guide for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Nov 23, 202258:19
The Power of Self-Development to Grow Your Career w/Business Coach Joe Stumpf

The Power of Self-Development to Grow Your Career w/Business Coach Joe Stumpf

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Joe Stumpf. We discuss the journey to self-discovery, the stages of growth in your real estate career and self-development tips for better business.

Joe Stumpf is a business coach and entrepreneur who has been in the real estate coaching industry since 1977. He founded Private Work, a self-coaching program that aims to provide tools and principles to help business owners and individuals through profitable self-development.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Nov 15, 202259:31
Humble Beginnings to Becoming a Top-Producing Real Estate Agent w/ Daryl Judy. The Producer Mindset

Humble Beginnings to Becoming a Top-Producing Real Estate Agent w/ Daryl Judy. The Producer Mindset

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Daryl Judy. We discuss strategies for succeeding in your real estate business, the biggest mistakes to avoid as a new realtor and tips for becoming a top-producing agent.

Daryl Judy is a top-producing real estate agent in the DMV area. He is a gifted negotiator, creative business thinker and entrepreneur who has been helping people achieve their real estate dreams for over 15 years.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.


Nov 10, 202233:57
How Mike Hardwick Lost it All and Then Gained it Back w/ Mortgage Banking. The Producer Mindset

How Mike Hardwick Lost it All and Then Gained it Back w/ Mortgage Banking. The Producer Mindset

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Mike Hardwick. We discuss strategies for succeeding as a mortgage lender, the secret sauce for establishing great work culture, making tough decisions in business and regaining success after losing it all.

Mike Hardwick graduated with a degree in finance and started his career as a commercial bank loan officer. He is licensed in 47 states and has originated over 4 billion dollars in home financing, becoming one of the most well-known businessmen and philanthropists in Tennessee. He founded Churchill Mortgage in 1992 and has scaled his business and team to 1,100+ employees.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Nov 02, 202231:22
How Minh Nguyen Increased His Presence by Being Loud w/ Video Marketing.The Producer Mindset Podcast

How Minh Nguyen Increased His Presence by Being Loud w/ Video Marketing.The Producer Mindset Podcast

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Minh Nguyen. We discuss how to build your sphere of influence, grow organically online and scale your career in loan origination through social media.

Minh Nguyen is a Mortgage Expert, Loan Officer, Husband, Father and Co-Founder of 'What’s a Mortgage.' He has been in the mortgage industry since 2003 and is focused on his mission to educate home buyers about mortgages through engaging and entertaining social media content.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Oct 17, 202231:22
The Producer Mindset Podcast: Shirin Behzadi's Journey to Building a Successful Business

The Producer Mindset Podcast: Shirin Behzadi's Journey to Building a Successful Business

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Shirin Behzadi. We discuss business tips, advice for up-and-coming entrepreneurs and using your authentic vision to fuel a successful business.

Shirin Behzadi has been recognized by Forbes and is an Entrepreneur, Board Director, Advisor, Keynote Speaker, Philanthropist, Mother, Wife and CEO of Home Franchise Concepts.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Oct 03, 202238:29
The Producer Mindset Podcast: Tips to Become Successful in the Mortgage Industry w/ Dave Savage

The Producer Mindset Podcast: Tips to Become Successful in the Mortgage Industry w/ Dave Savage

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Dave Savage. Topics covered in this episode include: Selling Strategies for Loan Officers, Scaling Your Mortgage Business with Instagram and Maximizing Your Profit With Social Media & Your Connections.

Dave Savage is the Founder and Cheif Innovation Officer of Mortgage Coach, a software designed to reinvent the home buying experience to help lenders, real estate professionals and homeowners. He’s been in the mortgage industry for 27+ years, taking on roles as a Business Leader, Speaker and Entrepreneur.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Sep 27, 202249:01
The Producer Mindset Podcast: Chris Do’s Tips to Succeeding as a Media Company

The Producer Mindset Podcast: Chris Do’s Tips to Succeeding as a Media Company

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversion with Chris Do. Topics covered in this episode include: Getting ‘Unstuck’ in Marketing, Building Your Brand Presence, Nurturing Your Creativity and Strategies for Scaling Your Real Estate Business Overall.

Chris Do is an Entrepreneur, Business Coach, Book Author, Graphic Designer, Podcast Host, Apparel Business Owner and Social Media Marketing Expert.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Sep 05, 202247:19
The Producer Mindset Podcast: The Key Elements of Building a Successful Real Estate Business w/ Rene Rodriguez

The Producer Mindset Podcast: The Key Elements of Building a Successful Real Estate Business w/ Rene Rodriguez

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversion with Rene Rodriguez Topics covered in this episode include: Storytelling With Video, Identifying Your Personal Brand, Connecting With Your Audience and Determining Your ‘Why.’

Rene Rodriguez has been featured on Forbes, TEDx Talks and Inc. Magazine. He’s a Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneur, Podcast Host and has been recognized as a WSJ Best Selling Author.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Aug 29, 202233:26
The Producer Mindset Podcast: How to Build a Sustainable Real Estate Business w/ Danny Morel

The Producer Mindset Podcast: How to Build a Sustainable Real Estate Business w/ Danny Morel

Description: Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversion with Danny Morel. Topics covered in this episode include: Mindset for Success, Closing More Deals and Building Wealth With Your Real Estate Business.

Danny Morel hosts multiple coaching programs, one of them being the ‘Awaken Your Highest Self’ seminar where he teaches people the power of self-development to scale their businesses. He’s a Family Man, Podcast Host, Entrepreneur, Real Estate Sales Coach and Social Media Expert.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Aug 22, 202232:04
The Producer Mindset Podcast: The Key to Building a Real Estate Business with Mike J Anderson

The Producer Mindset Podcast: The Key to Building a Real Estate Business with Mike J Anderson

Description: Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversion with Mike Anderson. Topics covered in this episode include: Building Your Personal Brand, Growing an Organic Following on Social Media, and Marketing Strategies to Build Your Online Presence.

Mike Anderson specializes in helping coaches sell their online programs by generating exposure for their social media pages and driving sales to their products/services. He is a Marketing Expert, Entrepreneur and Podcast Host who turned his life around by establishing his business, Automated Coaching Engine.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Aug 15, 202231:28
The Producer Mindset Podcast: Can You Build Your Real Estate Business Entirely on Social Media?

The Producer Mindset Podcast: Can You Build Your Real Estate Business Entirely on Social Media?

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversion with Silvano Barocio. Topics covered in this episode include: Successful Content Marketing Strategies, Generating Leads Through Video, Making Your Social Media Your Resume and Becoming the “Social Realtor.”

Silvano Barocio is the founder and CEO of The Barocio Group, a real estate agency specializing in the San Francisco Bay Area. He’s a Family Man, Sports Lover, Educator, and Marketing Expert with a family-tied passion for Real Estate.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Aug 08, 202244:59
The Producer Mindset Podcast: Leveraging Video Marketing to Grow Your Real Estate Business

The Producer Mindset Podcast: Leveraging Video Marketing to Grow Your Real Estate Business

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversion with Matt Leighton. Topics covered in this episode include: Video Marketing Strategies, Growing your Real Estate Business, Selling Your Brand on Camera, and much more.

Matt Leighton is a native Arlingtonian and real estate agent specializing in the Northern Virginia area. He has 30K+ subscribers on Youtube where he creates video content of property listings, buyer tips, and local real estate. He combines his passion for marketing and Arlington county to educate his clients and give them the most effective real estate experience.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. TSP has been recognized by Fox News, Marketers Media, The NY Daily, and Forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Aug 01, 202220:43
The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 14: Brian Covey

The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 14: Brian Covey

The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 14: Brian Covey. To  learn more about TopShotPro click here: https://topshotpromarketing.com

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversion with Brian Covey. Topics covered in this episode include: Investing in Your Growth, Connecting with Your Audience, Getting in ‘The Game’, Marketing Strategy, and more!

Brain Covey is a Soccer Pro, Soccer Dad, Family Man, Wealth Advisor, Speaker, Author, Top-Rated Podcast Host & Creative Disrupter. He is currently a VP in the mortgage industry with loanDepot, one of the top 5 lenders in the country.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. Tsp has been featured on places such as fox news, marketers media, the ny daily, and forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Jul 25, 202231:14
The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 13: Byron Lazine

The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 13: Byron Lazine

The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 13: Byron Lazine. To  learn more about TopShotPro click here: https://topshotpromarketing.com

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversion with Bryon Lazine. Topics covered in this episode include: Social Media Management, Importance of Video Marketing, Individual Branding, Engagement with Audience and Community, and more!

Byron Lazine is the co-founding chief-of-operations at BAM (Broke Agent Media) and a co-host of The Real Word, The Walk Thru, and host of The Byron Lazine Podcast. Lazine is a moderator and founder of the 5am Call, a daily live call and podcast that helps thousands of real estate professionals get into action

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as real estate marketers. Tsp has been featured on places such as fox news, marketers media, the ny daily, and forbes as they are building a real estate marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Jul 18, 202222:22
The Producer Mindset Podcast EP 12: Zachary Foust

The Producer Mindset Podcast EP 12: Zachary Foust

The Producer Mindset Podcast EP 12: Zachary Foust To learn more about TopShotPro click here: https://topshotpromarketing.com

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Zachary Foust. Topics covered include: How to connect with people on Instagram Live, how to keep your audience engaged with content, and how to start your career in real estate.

Zachary Foust is the Founder and Team Leader at Loft Realty w/ Myers Realty. 

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as Real Estate Marketers. Top Shot Pro has been featured on places such as Fox News, Marketers Media, the New York Daily, and Forbes as they are building a Real Estate Marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Jul 11, 202225:16
The Producer Mindset Podcast EP 11: Nuria Rivera

The Producer Mindset Podcast EP 11: Nuria Rivera

The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 11: Nuria Rivera To learn more about TopShotPro click here: https://topshotpromarketing.com

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Nuria Rivera. Topics covered include: books that help setting up a business, how to engrave a vision in a team, and how to overcome your fears of building a personal brand.

Nuria Rivera is the Founder and CEO at Novation Title Insurance Agency. Nuria has been in the Title and Escrow business since 2006. Nuria came to this country when she was 11 years old and learned a new culture and language. Her family comes from Spain and Mexico and she feels grateful to have an understanding of three different cultures and feels a connection to all of them. She feels her purpose in life is to develop, inspire and empower our world. 

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as Real Estate Marketers. Top Shot Pro has been featured on places such as Fox News, Marketers Media, the New York Daily, and Forbes as they are building a Real Estate Marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.


Jun 29, 202225:23
Top Producer Mindset Podcast Ep 10: Daniel Heider

Top Producer Mindset Podcast Ep 10: Daniel Heider

The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 10: Daniel Heider To learn more about TopShotPro click here: https://topshotpromarketing.com

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Daniel Heider. Topics covered include: how video has transformed the social media and real estate realm, creativity on social media, and advice on motivating yourself to get started.

Daniel Heider is The Executive Vice President, Global Real Estate Advisor at TTR Sotheby’s Int. Realty and is widely regarded as the Capital Region’s preeminent authority on white-glove service and premium real estate marketing.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as Real Estate Marketers. Top Shot Pro has been featured on places such as Fox News, Marketers Media, the New York Daily, and Forbes as they are building a Real Estate Marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

Jun 20, 202229:08
The Producer Mindset Podcast EP 9: Austin Schneider

The Producer Mindset Podcast EP 9: Austin Schneider

The Producer Mindset Podcast: EP 9: Austin Schneider. To learn more about TopShotPro click here: https://topshotpromarketing.com

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero present a conversation with Austin Schnieder. Topics covered in this episode include: the importance of collaborations, leveraging networks, creativity on social media and more

Austin Schneider is founder and owner of brandtegic; a Seattle based production company.

Josh McQuaig and Michael Rivero are co-founders of TopShotPro, with years of experience as Real Estate Marketers. Top Shot Pro has been featured on places such as Fox News, Marketers Media, the New York Daily, and Forbes as they are building a Real Estate Marketing technology with immense growth and increasing their footprint across the country with their unique marketing solutions.

May 27, 202227:32
Growing Your Engagement
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Generating Leads Using Social Media
Jan 08, 202121:46
Building a Personal Brand
Jan 01, 202123:16
The Social Realtor
Dec 18, 202022:56
Branding: Modern VS. Old School
Dec 11, 202033:12
Michael's Marketing Jouney
Dec 04, 202020:46
Josh's Journey to Real Estate Marketing
Nov 27, 202027:14