
The Mordeau Mortgage Podcast
Mortgage Loan Officers and entrepreneurs, Matt Morrell and Jason Thibodeau, share industry insights and chat with other dedicated professionals. Our goal is to provide meaningful education and value to the consumer and Real Estate professional alike.
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The Mordeau Mortgage Podcast
Ep.64 Building a Legacy: How Family, Grit & Strategy Shape Success
Sep 6, 2025 | I sit down with my dad, Paul, to reflect on our family’s journey through entrepreneurship. From the chaotic early days of building a business to the pivotal lessons in quality, customer service, and perseverance, this conversation is packed with insights for anyone navigating the entrepreneurial path.
We talk about how family dynamics shaped our business decisions, the importance of investing in quality manufacturing, and how marketing strategies evolved over the years. You’ll also hear about the transition from being sales-driven to stepping into leadership and management—an adjustment that came with its own challenges.
For anyone chasing growth in business while balancing family life, this episode shows that success isn’t about perfection—it’s about resilience, adaptability, and the drive to keep moving forward no matter what obstacles appear.
🔑 Key Takeaways
🔘 Chaos is part of the early entrepreneurial journey—embrace the grind.
🔘 Investing in quality and customer service pays off long-term.
🔘 Marketing is essential to growth, but strategies must evolve.
🔘 Scaling requires strategic planning and letting go of old habits.
🔘 Transitioning from sales to management comes with growing pains.
🔘 Family dynamics can both challenge and strengthen a business.
🔘 Perseverance is the cornerstone of long-term entrepreneurial success.
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