Matthew Ziegert has been making waves within the financial industry for the last five years, but what exactly sets him apart from other mortgage lenders? Well, for starters, he’s not the type to screw anyone over and create a deal that will benefit himself more than a client. That’s not to say that other lenders will, but Matt makes an extra effort to put clients above his own needs. That’s been his mindset ever since he entered the business, and he’s only been improving it.
In February 2020, Ziegert joined Cardinal Financial as a Producing Branch Manager. Ziegert helped his company receive numerous stellar reviews on platforms such as Zillow and Lending Tree in less than a year of working there.
As a national mortgage expert and a manager at a leading financial institution, many people would say that Ziegert has a secret recipe to success. However, humble as he is, Ziegert says that everyone can become successful at their job as long as they are ready to do what it takes.
Take Initiative
In today’s competitive career landscape, only individuals who are ready to take initiative and bring fresh ideas to the table can stand out from the rest.
“Today’s career requirements are highly developed and require much more than someone who won’t take risks. Don’t be afraid to take initiative, pitch new solutions, and create new opportunities for the business,” Ziegert says.
That’s exactly what Ziegert did. Together with his team, he created a software platform that allows Cardinal Financial to reach clients and homebuyers, allowing for quicker, easier, and more transparent deals. Not only did implementing technology into their systems benefit clients, but the sales team has had opportunities to grow as well.
Passion for Growth
Ziegert says that his passion for growth and learning is the one trait that helped him outperform many of his colleagues and become the best at what he does.
“To excel at your job, you have to be willing to learn and accept constructive feedback. No matter what university you graduated from or what grades you had, there is always something new you can learn. Learning new things will help you do your job better and make you stand out from everyone else,” Ziegert says.
The Right Mindset
People who want to succeed must adopt a certain mindset that will help them achieve just that.
“Mindset is everything. If you want to succeed, you have to be ready for some sacrifices. Many people say that they are doing everything to succeed, but they’re not willing to put in the nights, weekends, and deal with the failures, rejections. I had to want it as bad as I needed to breathe; it was a necessity. It consumed my every thought and action,” Ziegert says.
From working at a marketplace to becoming one of the most recognized mortgage lenders, Ziegert truly does know the secret to success. Luckily for anyone looking to reach those same levels of success, Ziegert is willing to share his secrets regardless of what industry anyone works in.