What An Acquisitions Analyst At Intercontinental Real Estate Wishes They Had Known Before Entering Real Estate
Entering the acquisitions analyst field is "daunting," requiring patience and a willingness to learn from more experienced colleagues by asking questions; it's crucial to embrace a fast-paced environment, accept that mistakes are inevitable learning opportunities, and maintain perspective to avoid burnout.
Patience, Stress Management, Learning from Mistakes, Asking Questions, Fast-Paced Environment
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Anthony Marquez
Acquisitions Analyst
Intercontinental Real Estate Corp
University of Arizona, 2021
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Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing), Real Estate
Real Estate
Took Out Loans, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. The industry is daunting but patience and absorbing information from those more senior is key. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
2. The role can be stressful and fast-paced; it's important to step back and acknowledge the good work done, and understand that it's not 'end all, be all'.
3. Making mistakes is okay as long as you learn from them. It's important to accept that mistakes are a part of the learning process and that even successful people make them.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone had told you before you entered the industry?
When you first enter the industry, it can be very daunting. There's a lot to learn, and many people know much more than you.
You just have to be patient and absorb as much as you can. Don't be afraid to ask questions; that's really important.
It's the only way you'll truly learn, especially from more senior people who have been in your shoes. They've asked those questions before and made those mistakes.
It's a fast-paced environment, so it's easy to get caught up in what you're doing. It's good to take a step back and realize you are doing good work.
It's also okay to make mistakes, as long as you learn from them. People often fear making mistakes, which can hinder their growth.
Everybody makes mistakes, even the most successful people in the industry. Being able to accept that it's okay for mistakes to happen really helps you grow. That's something I've learned.