Sixcess Stories

Turning Relationships Into Lasting Impact with Juergen Schmid | EP 52

In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Juergen Schmid [https://www.linkedin.com/in/juergen-schmid-8530aa39/] to talk about his journey into entrepreneurship, travel as a form of education, and the importance of meaningful connections in both business and life. Juergen Schmid is an Associate Mortgage Broker at Mortgages By Juergen [https://mortgagebyjuergen.com/]/ Western Capital Mortgage with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and families achieve homeownership through personalized wholesale financing solutions. Specializing in VA loans, divorce lending, first-time homebuyers, and self-employed borrowers, Juergen is passionate about education, advocacy, and relationship-driven service. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:15] Friday Check-In & Weekly Reflections [00:08:00] Growing Up in New Jersey [00:16:30] Working for the Airline Industry [00:24:00] Travel Stories and Destinations [00:30:30] Life Outside of Work [00:36:00] Career Lessons from Early Jobs [00:42:00] Modern Sales, Networking & Relationship Building [00:45:00] Getting Into the Mortgage Industry [00:53:00] Corporate Security vs Entrepreneurship [00:59:00] Finding “Your People” [01:09:45] Rejection, Sales Skills & Lessons from Domino’s [01:13:30] Convenience Culture & Human Isolation [01:14:00] Building Community Through Experiences [01:16:00] Tailgating, Family Traditions & Sports Culture [01:19:00] Concerts & Discovering New Artists - - - - - - [01:26:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

Pressure, Perspective, and Personal Growth with Camille DeCamp | EP 51

In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Camille DeCamp [https://www.linkedin.com/in/camille-decamp-4011491b1/] to talk about conflict and communication, the psychology of pressure, and the sense of connection created through music and community. Camille DeCamp is a Senior Attorney at Clark Hill LLP [https://www.clarkhill.com/people/camille-decamp/] with experience representing businesses, developers, and individuals in complex commercial, construction, and employment disputes. Camille is passionate about helping people navigate difficult conversations and brings a strong understanding of psychology and human behavior into her work with clients and teams. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:05:00] Check-In: Weekly Reflection [00:06:15] The Illusion of Pressure & Internal Narratives [00:12:00] Why a “Good Settlement” Means Nobody Wins [00:17:30] Justice, Morality & Defending Clients [00:22:00] Holding Companies Accountable [00:24:45] The Concert Ticket Crisis [00:29:00] The Eras Tour Experience [00:37:30] The Power of Live Music [00:42:15] Saying Yes to Experiences [00:46:00] Filling Your Bucket & Protecting Your Energy [00:58:00] Emotional Triggers & Rewriting Narratives [01:04:00] Managing Conflict & Difficult Conversations [01:16:00] Teaching Instead of Arguing in the Courtroom [01:22:00] Not Taking Things Personally [01:28:00] Creating Meaningful Experiences [01:34:00] Balancing Career, Family & Personal Fulfillment - - - - - - [01:37:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

Building Confidence as an Entrepreneur with Linda Nelte | EP 50

In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Linda Nelte [https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-nelte-2165a0136/] to talk about navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, building a business rooted in authenticity, and the often overlooked importance of estate planning. Linda Nelte is an estate planning attorney and founder of Nelte Law [https://www.neltelaw.com/], dedicated to helping individuals and families plan for the future with clarity and confidence. With a background in boutique law firms, she brings both technical expertise and a client-centered approach, specializing in personalized estate plans and guiding clients through important decisions around family and legacy. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:02:00] Check-In: Weekly Wins [00:06:15] Marketing Perspective vs. Legal Mindset [00:08:15] Linda’s Early Career Path [00:09:45] Why She Chose Law [00:11:00] Stepping Into Entrepreneurship [00:14:00] “Security” in Corporate vs. Entrepreneurship [00:17:30] Breaking Out of the Corporate Box [00:19:15] Learning to Network & Building Confidence [00:20:30] The Human Side of Estate Planning [00:22:15] Building Trust Through Client Relationships [00:24:30] Why People Avoid Estate Planning [00:27:45] Overcoming Procrastination & Following Up [00:37:15] The Consequences of Not Having an Estate Plan [00:40:15] Life Outside Work [00:49:00] Theater, Live Performance & Personal Interests - - - - - - [01:05:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

Setting Boundaries and Owning Your Value with Sasha Travassos | EP 49

In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Sasha Travassos [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasha-travassos-8446a32a/] to talk about her journey growing up across countries, navigating unexpected life transitions, and the power of delegation and boundaries in business. Sasha Travassos is a mortgage specialist with ARAMCO [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-aramco-group/], specializing in residential, construction, commercial, and reverse mortgages. She is known for her client-first approach, building strong relationships, and helping self-employed clients and those in the senior community find tailored financial solutions that best fit their needs. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:01:45] Check-In & Delegation Wins [00:05:30] The Power of Saying No in Business [00:08:30] Relationships Over Transactions [00:12:45] Building Teams, Trust & Letting Others Lead [00:17:00] Hiring, Accountability & Ownership [00:24:00] Creating a Safe Team Culture [00:30:30] Sasha’s Story: Growing Up Across Countries [00:33:15] College Life in San Diego [00:37:30] Immigration Challenges & Moving to Brazil [00:48:30] Life-Changing Experiences Abroad [00:59:30] Leaving Brazil & Transitioning to the Next Chapter [01:15:00] Building a Career in Finance [01:20:00] Bringing Global Perspective into Business [01:30:00] Lessons to be Learned - - - - - - [01:32:40] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.

Turning Life Transitions Into Opportunities with Martina Sotka | EP 48

In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Martina Sotka [https://www.linkedin.com/in/msotka/] to talk about her journey immigrating to the U.S., embracing culture and travel as a form of connection, and the importance of leading with relationships over transactions. Martina Sotka is a Senior Vice President in Commercial Banking at Enterprise Bank & Trust [https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprise-bank-&-trust/]with over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. Martina is known for her relationship-driven approach and strengths in financial analysis, risk management, and building strong community and client partnerships, with a deep passion for supporting small businesses. Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life. Timestamps: [00:01:45] Check-In: Energy Levels & Morning Wins [00:04:00] Relationship-Driven Sales [00:06:45] Moving to San Diego & Early Life Decisions [00:10:30] Growing Up in the Czech Republic [00:11:45] Escaping Communism & Immigration Story [00:18:00] Living with Language Barriers [00:24:15] Culture Shock & Early School Experiences [00:29:30] Czech Holiday Traditions [00:36:00] Fun Traditions & Adult Easter [00:37:45] The Avocado Story [00:43:00] Meeting Her Husband & Early Adulthood [00:46:30] Transition from Law School to Banking [00:50:30] Leadership Experience & Managing Teams [00:57:30] Being a “People Person” & Energy from Others [01:05:00] Travel Mindset & Experiencing Culture [01:24:00] Perspective on Life, Risk & Saying Yes [01:26:00] Key Takeaways - - - - - - [01:34:00] Deep Dive Connect with the SIX° Community: Website [https://sixdegreesconnections.com/] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/company/6-degrees-connections] Lead on Purpose. Connect with Intention. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. Your next breakthrough is just one connection away.