Maine Soh was once a notorious leader back in her primary school days — bold, outspoken, and always making her presence known. But her principal, Mr Wee, saw something more: potential. She was appointed a “small teacher” to guide her classmates, and that simple act sparked a lifelong passion for teaching and leadership.
Fast forward to today — Maine graduated with a Diploma in Real Estate, ranking in the top 5% of her cohort. She was offered a place in NUS to pursue a degree in Real Estate and began her property career while still in school.
Over the past 16 years, she’s not only been active in personal sales but also took on the role of project-in-charge for multiple mega launches. In 2022, she took another bold step — building and leading her own team.
Join us in this episode, as Vivian sits down with Maine to talk about leadership, growth, and the real journey of building a real estate team from scratch.
0:16 to 0:37 Introduction
0:38 to 2:30 How Maine entered the real estate industry
2:31 to 4:37 Maine’s 1st life changing moment
4:38 to 7:38 Vivian’s 1st life changing moment
7:39 to 8:29 Life changing lessons similar to real estate career
8:30 to 11:46 Maine’s passion in teaching and how it attracts people to join her
11:47 to 13:37 What inspires Maine to do team building
13:38 to 15:23 Vivian shares what inspired her to do team building
15:24 to 15:49 Do Maine find team building difficult?
15:50 to 17:19: Challenge - not hungry so not driven
17:20 to 17:48 Challenge - Employee mindset
17:49 to 20:12 Challenge - 6 digit income every month
20:13 to 20:40 Challenge - Being resourceful
20:41 to 22:00 Challenge - 随机应变
22:01 to 23:12 Navis is a good place for team building
23:13 to 26:35 Do RES need to spend in order to earn
26:36 to 27:12 Fisherman story
27:13 to 31:17 Handling different characters in the team
31:18 to 32:19 What can you offer that other team leaders can’t
32:20 to 36:18 Team leaders not sharing and want to split comm with downlines
36:19 to 37:32 Heart of gratitude
37:33 to 39:28 Do you feel stagnant after so long in the industry
39:29 to 40:30 Real estate as a base and how Vivian evolves from here
40:31 to 40:50 The end
Veronica Tan entered the real estate sector in 2022. She initially joined us as a part-time realtor while holding a full-time position as a Senior Marketing Manager at a logistics company.
In this episode, Veron discusses why she began as a part-timer. Coming from a corporate background, she reveals what motivated her to leave the corporate environment. She also talks about the challenges she encountered at the start, including limited support from family and friends, and navigating the complexities of the real estate industry.
Finally, as someone who has successfully transitioned mid-career into real estate, she offers advice for those considering a similar path.
Join us in this episode to find inspiration in Veron's journey!
0:22 Introduction
0:47 Veron's career before becoming a real estate agent
1:23 Reason Veron started as a part-time agent
2:27 Vivian explains why she felt her opportunity costs were lower when she joined the industry compared to Veron
2:51 Factors that led Veron to leave the corporate world and switch to a real estate career
5:05 Vivian and Veron discuss the work-life balance in the corporate sector
6:40 What attracts Veron to the real estate industry
8:31 Does Veron have any concerns about succeeding in the industry?
10:22 Limited support from family and friends
13:27 Fear of approaching people
15:44 Understanding the industry
17:07 Vivian and Veron share their corporate experiences and why they prefer the real estate industry
19:35 How Veron manages her time in this industry
21:10 The advantages of a mid-career switch to real estate
22:56 Advice for those considering a mid-career change
24:36 Just do it
25:37 How Veron's life has transformed since she became a full-time agent
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Adi entered the real estate sector in 2023, marking a significant change in her career path.
Prior to this career move, Adi had been out of the corporate workforce for five years. During that time, she focused on pet boarding, assisting pet owners by taking care of their dogs while they were away. This not only provided her with an income but also allowed her to connect with dogs, which she loves dearly.
As an introvert, Adi faced numerous fears and challenges when she began her journey in real estate. These included the anxiety of meeting new people, the pressure to make sales, and the need to assert herself in a competitive market. How did she conquer these obstacles and step out of her comfort zone to become more confident after two years in the industry?
In this episode, Vivian also shared her journey alongside Adi, emphasizing the significant impact their interactions have had on her own growth as a leader.
Join us in this episode to draw inspiration from Adi's journey as an introverted realtor!
0:28: Introduction
0:56: Pet boarding prior to joining the real estate industry
3:01: What makes Adi come into the real estate industry
4:57: Biggest fears when coming to the industry
6:39: Vivian shared how she feel in her interactions with Adi
8:00: Challenges in life and real estate career
10:38: Advice for introverted aspiring realtors
13:57: Breakthroughs as an introvert on the real estate journey
16:58: First paycheck
19:03: How interactions with Adi help Vivian grow as a leader
20:58: Integrity and values as a realtor in the industry
21:51: Stereotypes about real estate agents
26:20: How Adi got the lead to close a unit in The Orie
33:20: Real estate is not just a transaction to us
35:00: Real estate is a blank canvas to Vivian
36:18: Adi on Vivian and RealTeam
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Evon transitioned from her role as an equity analyst to become a realtor at the end of 2020.
In this episode, she discusses the factors that influenced her decision to leave a stable corporate position for a career in real estate. We discussed the fears she experienced during this transition and the level of support received from her family and friends.
Evon has chosen to specialize in the commercial real estate segment. We explore the challenges she has faced within this niche and whether she would recommend this path to newcomers in the industry. She also provides insights and guidance for individuals contemplating a similar transition from corporate employment to real estate.
Join us in this episode to gain inspiration from Evon’s professional journey.
0:00 Introduction
0:51: Evon's corporate background prior to becoming a real estate agent
2:00 Reasons for leaving a corporate job for real estate
4:44 Fears when deciding whether to join the real estate industry
8:29 Are Introverts suitable to be a realtor?
10:51 Is her family and friends supportive in her decision to becoming a realtor?
14:29 Any regrets in becoming a realtor?
17:11 Why choose to focus on the commercial segment?
19:25: Is it advisable for new agents to focus in the commercial market?
20:42: Respect for real estate as a profession
24:09 Challenges in the commercial market
26:55 Is commercial market dominated by male agents?
28:00 Mentoring agents interested in the commercial segment
29:11 Words for those who are keen to switch from corporate to real estate
32:08 Reasons for deciding to join Navis and Vivian in 2020
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