Show Notes
In this episode of Beyond the Numbers, Christian Stevens sits down with Dana Blewitt, founder of The Lenders Club and one of Australia's top mortgage brokers specialising in SMSF lending.
Dana discusses why women are entering broking but failing to stay beyond five years, why new brokers spread themselves too thin trying to do everything, and how mastering the basics in one niche creates more success than being a jack of all trades. She shares her advice on setting boundaries, building referral partnerships, and the crucial role of communication in managing high volumes, a practical blueprint for brokers at any stage.
If you're looking to scale your brokerage, master a specialist lending niche, or learn how successful brokers balance business growth with family life, this conversation delivers actionable insights from someone who's built it from scratch.
0:00 – Introduction: Dana Blewitt, one of Australia's best brokers
2:00 – How Dana accidentally fell into SMSF lending
7:20 – 300-400 deals a year with a team of just 7 people
11:45 – Why women leave broking within 5 years (and what needs to change)
17:50 – "Master the basics" – the mistake new brokers keep making
22:10 – Biggest regret: Not hiring sooner and backing herself
25:55 – 2026 vision: Expanding digital ads, Europe trip, and moving house
38:30 – Why a supportive partner makes or breaks broker success
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Learn more about Flint: https://flintgroup.au/
Connect with Christian Stevens:
LinkedIn: / propertyfinance
Instagram: / cmrstevens
Connect with Dana Blewitt:
LinkedIn: / Dana Blewitt née FraserInstagram: / danaf1
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