The Power of a Plan from "Ramblings of a Recruiter in Real Estate"

Welcome to Issue 43 of "Ramblings of a Recruiter in Real Estate" – your exclusive insider's guide to navigating the exciting world of real estate recruitment in 2024!

In our last issue, I gave more details on why discussions on the topic of money were so uncomfortable and how to make the conversation from either perspective a point of building goals and rewards, not conflict. You can re-read it here. In this issue, we discuss:

1. Why and How to successfully plan your next career goals
2. Updates from the latest episodes of the Accelerating Careers in Real Estate Podcast featuring Lucinda Mitchell and Jonathan Beswick.
3. The newest opportunities from the development team at Macdonald & Company

The Power of a Plan

In the last fortnight our podcast guests have spoken about the importance of a plan, be this to successfully achieve short, medium or long-term career ambitions or how to survive a trip up Everest. Jon in particular emphasised that the plan is not where he will end up, that is the easy bit, but rather without the plan the end is never achieved.

·? Continuous Learning and Skill Development: Stay updated with industry trends and acquire new competencies to ensure relevance and competitiveness. Avoid that common mistake in your earliest years to try to do it all on your own.

·? Networking: Build relationships within and outside the organisation to open doors to new opportunities and mentorship. The wider your community, the wider your network for support.

·? Goal Setting and Review: Set clear, achievable goals and regularly review progress to maintain focus and motivation.? Correct your course as you go.

·? Embrace Challenges: View challenges as opportunities for growth rather than setbacks.

·? Develop Leadership Skills: Enhance skills in communication, decision-making, and team management to prepare for executive roles.

·? Strategic Mindset: Understand broader business objectives and contribute to organisational success to enhance career trajectory. Identify your gaps in knowledge and seek feedback from managers.

??? Hear from the Experts ???

I share the podcast booth with Lucinda Mitchell , Investment Director for Legal & General Capital , @L&G's alternative asset origination arm. Lucinda's responsibility is working across direct development through to sitting on the board of their JV partners, Bruntwood Scitech. She's built her career in major regeneration development, spending 11 years with the regeneration specialist, Socious. We talk about career development, continuous development, the benefit of a plan and the power of silence to get your point across.

Or on Apple Podcasts.

In our latest ? Espresso Episode???

In this week's ESPRESSO version of the Accelerating Careers in Real Estate Podcast I revisited my conversation with Jonathan Beswick , Owner and Co-Founder of Adventure in Architecture° . He shares how he merged his passions for architecture and expeditions to great effect. Plus a phenomenal insight into how these life-threatening expeditions have better prepared him for the corporate dilemmas and setbacks.

You can listen to the full episode on Spotify:

Or on Apple Podcasts.

?? Explore Career Opportunities with Macdonald & Company

Discover exciting roles in the UK development sector, powered by Macdonald & Company:

1. Managing Director, Operations: Lead a UK and European Living platform, influencing a leading force in the alternative residential market. Salary: Executive.
2. VP of Development: An aspiring leader in development, responsible for the management of mixed use development in central London. Analytical, creative and resilient are the traits to succeed. ￡110,000 to ￡130,000
3. Senior Development Manager: Expertise in major commercial refurbishments, transforming office stock into outstanding workspaces. Salary: ￡90,000 - ￡120,000.
4. Build to Rent Project Manager: Oversee projects in the living space, from new builds to asset improvements across the UK. Salary: ￡75,000 to ￡85,000.
5. Fit-Out Project Manager (Life Sciences): Join a team dedicated to creating new biomedical facilities across the UK, with experience in critical systems being advantageous. Salary: ￡65,000 - ￡80,000.
6. Fit-Out Project Manager (Hospitality): Assist in the expansion and refurbishment of high-quality amenity spaces for a leading hotelier, with a focus on retrofit, quality, and sustainability. Salary: ￡65,000 - ￡75,000

?? Shape the Future with Us! We value your input! Do you have a real estate recruitment topic or podcast guest in mind? Let's collaborate! As we wrap up, stay tuned for more updates, insights, and transformative opportunities in real estate. Keep reading and chasing those real estate dreams! ?????

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