It’s been a year since I retired, and with time comes clarity. In my post-real estate life, despite the miles traveled, the histories encountered and the ideological differences faced, I’ve learned that humans are remarkably similar. And we can draw from that knowledge to better ourselves, our businesses and our lives.
Source: Inman News
3 lessons I’ve learned in my post-real estate life
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