You're in a Commercial Real Estate interview. How do you tackle behavioral questions effectively?

By preparing examples from your past experiences that illustrate your skills in negotiation, client relations, and market analysis, you demonstrate your competence and suitability for the role. This method not only provides a clear narrative but also helps interviewers understand your approach and effectiveness in real-world scenarios.

Mistakes Are Part of Learning In the CRE sector, a culture of embracing mistakes is still developing, but it's improving. For me, making a mistake for the first time is not an issue. The key is to learn quickly and not repeat it. In the startup world, there's often an emphasis on the mistakes made and the lessons learned. Admitting mistakes and sharing what you've learned is seen as a positive trait. It demonstrates growth, adaptability, and resilience. Encouraging a healthy attitude towards mistakes can drive innovation and improvement. Let's embrace our errors as valuable learning opportunities and strive for continuous growth. I wish you all the best for your career and success in your future.

Where are leaders made? Are you a bit shy and looking to reduce nervousness for your work in commercial real estate? Then I recommend Toastmasters clubs worldwide. Toastmasters is a global organization that helps individuals improve their public speaking and leadership skills through a supportive and structured environment. With over 16,000 clubs in 145 countries, you’ll find numerous opportunities to practice and grow. Each meeting provides a safe space to practice speeches, receive constructive feedback, and develop confidence. Whether you're presenting to clients or leading a team, Toastmasters can help you become a more effective communicator and leader in the CRE industry. I hope you can find a way to make it in real estate.