College Experiences That Helped A Land Acquisition Project Manager At D.R. Horton Succeed
Hayden's undergraduate success stemmed from actively building relationships—"making relationships with friends, classmates, teachers"—and collaborative learning through teamwork and study groups, skills directly applicable to their current role as a Land Acquisition Project Manager. The small-world nature of their industry highlights the long-term value of maintaining positive relationships, as Hayden now calls on "friends that are in agricultural businesses" for land deals.
Networking, Teamwork, Relationship Building, Communication, Practical Advice
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Hayden Berson
Land Acquisition Project Manager
D.R. Horton
California Polytechnic State University
Environmental & Related Sciences
Real Estate
Real Estate
Video Highlights
1. Network with classmates, teachers, and guest speakers.
2. Participate in teamwork and study groups to solidify concepts.
3. Maintain positive relationships; you never know when you'll cross paths again professionally.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
Don't be afraid to make relationships with friends, classmates, teachers, and guest speakers. All these people are there for one common goal: to help you achieve a degree, or to achieve a degree themselves.
Teamwork really helps solidify class concepts. Answer questions and create a small study group. You never know when you're going to cross paths.
I've got friends in agricultural businesses, like myself, and I'm calling on them for land deals. It's such a small world. Always end relationships on a high note.