Donna Wright brings over 30 years of leadership experience in the mortgage industry, having held senior roles at top financial institutions, including Wells Fargo and Bank of America. She began her career as an originator and rose to become a regional sales manager and national production manager, where she built a reputation for recruiting, motivating, and coaching high-performing teams. Known for driving revenue, building markets, and enhancing profitability, Donna has led organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies to entrepreneurial ventures. With expertise in Six Sigma, start-up growth, and franchising, she is both a seasoned sales executive and successful business owner. Donna holds a BA in Economics from the University of Dallas and currently resides in Austin.
In this episode, Steve and Donna discuss:
- How mindset drives resilience and success in tough times
- The value of learning something new every day about people, business, and yourself
- Why surrounding yourself with the right people can shift your outlook and energy
- The value of transparency and honesty in leadership and relationships
- How working with a coach can accelerate growth and keep you accountable
Key Takeaways:
- Mindset is more than actions—it reflects who you choose to be when adversity strikes, shaping both resilience and long-term success.
- Embracing the idea of being “so wrong for so long” opens the door to fresh perspectives and lasting growth.
- Even small acts of daily learning create momentum; over time, they keep you sharp, adaptable, and ready for change.
- Surrounding yourself with people who lift you higher is essential because their energy and encouragement can break negative cycles.
- A coach doesn’t just guide you—they challenge your blind spots and hold you accountable, helping you reach levels you couldn’t achieve alone.
“The most important thing that any of us could focus on is mindset and what we do to set our minds right, because if our mind's not right, the rest isn't really right.” - Donna Wright
Connect with Donna Wright:
Website: https://republicstatemortgage.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-wright-4b59827/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donna.m.wright.37/
Email: dwright@rsmc.net
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