Strategies: How to build a successful real estate career

My journey began in private wealth banking, where I discovered real estate's financial potential and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the industry, leading me to pre-development sales in South Florida. In 2008, amidst the financial downturn, I founded OneWorld Properties to redefine the brokerage model, partnering with prestigious developers to create luxurious residential projects.

Since then, I’ve facilitated over $5 billion in transactions, attracting clients from across the U.S. and over 60 countries.

In this dynamic industry, I’ve learned that success is built on relationships, resilience and confidence. For me, success goes beyond numerical achievements; it reflects invaluable lessons I've learned along the way:

Build authentic relationships: Relationships are the backbone of real estate. For women, building trust with clients, colleagues, and mentors creates lasting partnerships.

Motivational tip: Be yourself in professional relationships. Authenticity and trust go hand in hand. Your network is not just transactional — it’s a community.
Find your niche and own it: Specializing early in your career sets you apart. Women bring unique perspectives to real estate, and finding your voice in a sector can become your competitive advantage.

Motivational tip: Find what excites you. Passion leads to expertise, and that energy is contagious to clients. Loving what you do makes success a natural byproduct.
Leverage technology for growth: Technology is transforming the industry. From virtual tours to online marketing, tech tools amplify your reach. For women, embracing technology can level the playing field and expand your influence.

Motivational tip: Be bold with digital tools. Technology offers limitless opportunities to enhance visibility, efficiency, and creativity. Use it to make your voice heard.
Cultivate resilience: Challenges are part of real estate. What defines success is how you respond. Resilience means using setbacks as an opportunity to grow stronger and wiser.

Motivational tip: View challenges as lessons. Real estate will test you, but every obstacle teaches you something new. Resilience isn’t just bouncing back; it’s growing forward.
Lead with confidence: Confidence is crucial for women. It’s not just about believing in your abilities—it’s about taking control, using your voice, and stepping into leadership.

Motivational tip: Know that you belong in the room. Your confidence inspires confidence in others. Speak up, own your space, and trust that you’ve earned your place at the table.
Success in real estate isn’t just about the deals you close—it’s about the impact you make along the way. The future is bright for women in this field, full of opportunities to excel and reshape the industry.

By focusing on relationships, embracing technology, facing challenges with resilience, and leading with confidence, you have the tools to succeed and inspire others. Your journey will help making real estate more inclusive, diverse and empowering for all.

By Peggy Olin – CEO, OneWorld Properties