The One Hand At A Time Podcast

In this episode of One Hand at a Time , Chris Welton sits down with Logan Ware for an inspiring conversation about the mindset and habits that have fueled his success in both the mortgage industry and the world of fitness . From his transition out of college to building a career rooted in discipline and purpose, Logan shares the principles that have shaped his journey. Logan reflects on how succes...

In this episode of One Hand at a Time , Chris Welton sits down with Evan Miller , co-founder of Element Mortgage , for an inspiring conversation about leadership, personal development, and what it takes to build an organization that stands the test of time. Evan shares the lessons he's learned throughout his journey of growing Element Mortgage, explaining that true leadership is about far more tha...

In this episode of One Hand at a Time, Chris Welton sits down with Josh Kosnick for a powerful conversation about leadership, purpose, and the journey from the corporate world into coaching and entrepreneurship. A major theme throughout the episode is the importance of purpose. Josh explains how having a clear "why" can help individuals navigate uncertainty, make difficult decisions, and stay comm...

In Episode 21 of Freestyle Fridays, Chris Welton shares an important reminder that everyone needs to hear: life happens. No matter how organized, disciplined, or committed you are, there will be times when plans change unexpectedly. Meetings get canceled, phone calls are missed, Zoom appointments get rescheduled, and commitments have to be adjusted because something outside of anyone's control tak...

In this powerful episode of One Hand at a Time, Chris Welton sits down with Rick Hogle to unpack the incredible story of his life—one built on perseverance, resilience, and refusing to let adversity define his future. Rick opens up about becoming a father while still in high school and the overwhelming uncertainty that came with it. Unsure if college was even possible, he found guidance in a high...

In this special episode of One Hand at a Time, Chris Welton delivers his full MortgageCon keynote speech, bringing a powerful message centered around one core idea: adversity isn’t something to avoid—it’s something to leverage. Chris breaks down his “adversity mindset”, explaining how the challenges we face in both business and life are not roadblocks, but opportunities to grow stronger, wiser, an...

In this episode of One Hand at a Time , Chris Welton sits down with Joe Motowidlak and John Motowidlak to unpack the vision, execution, and impact behind their innovative event, MortgageCon , hosted at Universal Studios. Joe and John share how they set out to break the mold of traditional industry conferences by creating an experience-driven event —one that goes beyond speakers and panels to deliv...

In Episode 19 of Freestyle Fridays , Chris Welton reflects on his recent Easter experience with his family and the powerful shift he’s beginning to notice in his life— he’s finally slowing down . Chris shares how, in the past, life often felt rushed—constantly thinking about the next meeting, the next goal, the next milestone. He describes how slowing down has made life feel almost like a movie—wh...

In Episode 19 of Freestyle Fridays , Chris Welton shares a powerful and eye-opening moment from a recent trip through the airport. While navigating the hustle and chaos, his two-year-old son Leo did something most adults wouldn’t—he confidently walked up to a complete stranger just to start a conversation. No hesitation. No fear. No overthinking. Just pure, natural confidence. That moment sparked...

In this episode of One Hand at a Time , Chris Welton sits down with longtime friend and industry professional Jason Purcell for an authentic and insightful conversation on what it really takes to succeed in today’s evolving mortgage landscape. Chris and Jason dive into the changing dynamics of the mortgage industry , breaking down how shifting markets are forcing professionals to rethink their app...

In this episode of One Hand at a Time , Chris Welton sits down with Jamie Miller to explore the art and psychology of effective communication—especially in the world of sales and leadership. Jamie shares powerful insights on how conscious communication can transform the way professionals connect with clients, colleagues, and audiences. Rather than focusing on simply delivering a message, he explai...

In this powerful episode of One Hand at a Time , Chris Welton sits down with Amanda Soukoulis to unpack her journey from a thriving professional dance career to facing unexpected and significant health challenges. Amanda shares how life shifted when she began experiencing persistent gut issues, hormone imbalances, and unexplained health struggles that traditional approaches weren’t fully addressin...

In Episode 18 of Freestyle Fridays , Chris Welton shares a simple but powerful moment that stopped him in his tracks. While working out at home, his two-year-old son ran up and tackled him mid-session. In that instant, Chris realized something profound—if he were still working in corporate America, tied to someone else’s schedule and sitting in someone else’s office, he likely would have missed th...

In this episode of One Hand at a Time , Chris Welton sits down with Don Goettling , CEO of Momentum Builder , a leadership platform built to unite the best minds and strategies in the housing industry to drive lasting success. Together, they break down the current state of the market, the future of real estate, and what it really takes to win in the evolving mortgage landscape. Don shares his cand...

In this episode of One Hand at a Time, Chris Welton sits down with Gary Brackett, former NFL star and Super Bowl champion, for an impactful conversation about life after football, leadership, and raising the next generation with intention. Gary reflects on his journey from NFL stardom to life beyond the game, sharing how adversity, transition, and personal growth reshaped his identity and purpose....

In this episode of One Hand at a Time, Chris Welton sits down with Ricardo Carrillo, a highly experienced mortgage broker with deep expertise in real estate investing and finance, for a meaningful conversation about purpose-driven success in the mortgage industry. Ricardo shares one of his biggest motivations behind his work: ensuring his parents can retire comfortably. This goal has fueled his di...

In this powerful episode of One Hand at a Time, Chris Welton sits down with Anthony Bryan, an elite adaptive athlete and world-class endurance competitor, for a deeply inspiring conversation about resilience, mindset, and refusing to quit. Anthony shares his story beginning at just six years old, when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor. During surgery to remove the tumor, Anthony suffered a strok...

In Episode 17 of Freestyle Fridays , Chris Welton challenges business owners, team leaders, and anyone in a leadership role with a powerful—and uncomfortable—question: If you were hiring today, would you rehire the people around you? Chris makes it clear that this isn’t about immediately answering “yes” or “no.” Instead, it’s about honest evaluation and awareness . He dives into the idea that not...

In this episode of One Hand at a Time , Chris Welton sits down with Zach Starnes , Regional Vice President and Director of Non-QM Lending at Element Mortgage, for a deep dive into one of the most powerful and misunderstood areas of today’s mortgage industry: Non-QM lending . Zach breaks down why Non-QM loans have become such a valuable tool for borrowers and loan officers alike, and how carving ou...

In Episode 16 of Freestyle Fridays , Chris Welton shifts the focus forward by encouraging listeners to pause, reflect, and intentionally prepare for what’s next. With 2026 on the horizon, Chris shares the three questions he’s personally asking himself to create clarity, growth, and momentum going into the new year—and challenges the audience to do the same. The episode centers around these three p...

In Episode 15 of Freestyle Fridays, Chris Welton delivers a powerful reminder about what truly separates high-level performers from everyone else: authenticity. Chris breaks down why the people who succeed at the highest levels aren’t the ones trying to imitate leaders, influencers, or top performers—they’re the ones who have the confidence to be themselves.   He explains that while learning from...

In the 14th episode of Freestyle Fridays , Chris Welton dives into a powerful conversation about the importance of routine —not just any routine, but the one that’s built around the things that actually move you forward. Chris breaks down how identifying what works in your business and turning those actions into a consistent routine can create predictable, repeatable success . He emphasizes that s...

In the 13th episode of Freestyle Fridays , Chris Welton breaks down his full experience at the HYROX competition —fresh off the event and still feeling the impact of every rep, run, and obstacle. He walks listeners through each workout in detail, sharing which stations pushed him to his limits, including the notoriously brutal broad jump burpees , which he ranks as one of the toughest parts of the...

In the 12th episode of Freestyle Fridays, Chris Welton opens up about his upcoming HYROX competition and the deeper reason he’s stepping into such a challenging event. For Chris, HYROX isn’t just a race—it's a deliberate decision to place himself in adverse situations so he can grow through them. He shares how intentionally facing difficulty builds mental toughness, resilience, and character, ulti...

In this inspiring episode of the One Hand at a Time Podcast , host Chris Welton sits down with Whitney Faires , a highly respected leadership advisor, keynote speaker, and executive coach , to explore the journey of stepping into leadership and unlocking true personal potential. The conversation begins with both Chris and Whitney reflecting on their own transitions from the corporate world to full...