Join host Ari Firoozabadi In this episode of GreyCast, where he welcomes Steve Lamberti, President of Highmark Residential, and Jack Stone for an insightful discussion on entrepreneurship and life. Steve shares wisdom from his 40-year real estate career, emphasizing the significance of empowering your team to foster business growth and support one another. The conversation explores the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, the value of college degrees in multifamily, challenges of remote work, and nurturing future leaders. Tune in to gain valuable insights from Steve's journey in real estate.

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Takeaways
College Degrees in Multifamily Real Estate
Rising Salaries and Job Prospects
Managing Apartment vs. Standalone Businesses
Advancements in Real Estate Technology
Emphasizing Diversity in Hiring
Importance of Daily Interaction
Empowering Hires to Take Risks
Cultivating Accountability and Opportunities
Impact of COVID-19 on Real Estate
Future Work Models: Hybrid Remote and Office

Quotes

"In well-run companies, there's constant interaction, accountability, trial and error, and a learning culture that embraces mistakes."- Steve Lamberti

"The real estate industry will evolve, remaining a top choice for investors seeking returns."" - Fletcher Hultman - Steve Lamberti

Featured in this Episode
Steve Lamberti
President of Highmark Residential
Website: https://www.highmarkres.com/
Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-lamberti-22283966

Chapters
00:04 - Introduction
02:42 - Real Estate Career Journey
07:14 - Pivotal Moments and Successful Career Choices
10:33 - Switching Careers: From Law to Real Estate
13:23 - Embracing Change for Continued Success
18:09 - Remote Work Challenges and Opportunities During COVID
21:52 - Future of Remote Work and the Importance of Office Camaraderie
26:23 - Hiring for Diversity and Emphasizing Accountability
30:48 - Empowerment and Asset Management for Success
32:09 - Salaries Rise, College Degrees Matter Less
37:06 - Prioritizing Success and Winning Strategies
39:13 - Housing Investment in an Evolving Industry
42:32 - Broadening Focus and Expanding Knowledge