Accelerating Careers in Real Estate

Jan 21 2025 133 ep. 37 mins

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In this highly popular real estate careers series, Macdonald & Company - with 30 years of experience recruiting in real estate - presents a compelling theory; From their network and thousands of interviews, they propose that everyone experiences a rapid learning and development phase when starting their career, which eventually slows into a period of consolidation. But what if, during this consolidation phase, we could unlock a way to regain that initial acceleration and continue growing? Join Macdonald & Company as they discuss this intriguing concept with industry experts.

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Authenticity, Decisiveness, and Embracing Challenges - Alison Crofton, Chief Property Officer at Homes England

Jan 21 2025 39 mins

This week, we sit down with Alison Crofton, Chief Property Officer for Homes England. Alison shares her insights into the importance of authenticity in leadership, misconceptions about government agencies, and the significant impact introverts can have in the industry.From her beginnings at Berkeley Group and other major residential developers to her current leadership at Homes Eng

Relationships, Loyalty and Reputation - Henry Lumby, CCO, Auriens

Jan 07 2025 43 mins

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How individual passion and values can fuel your career - John Moffat, MD, Capital & Centric

Oct 31 2024 36 mins

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Playing to Win, James Raynor, CEO Grosvenor Property UK

Oct 24 2024 41 mins

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Reach, Adapt, Repeat, creating endless opportunities, Amelia Bright Executive Director Grosvenor UK - ESPRESSO episode

Sep 25 2024 8 mins

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Sep 17 2024 35 mins

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Sep 11 2024 16 mins

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