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If you are looking for a career in corporate real estate, you need to ace your interview and stand out from the competition. Corporate real estate is the management of a company's property portfolio, including leasing, acquisition, disposition, development, and occupancy. It requires a blend of skills, such as market analysis, financial modeling, negotiation, communication, and strategic thinking. In this article, we will share some tips on how to make a good impression in a corporate real estate interview and land your dream job.
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- Theodore Friel Real Estate Agent at Coldwell Banker
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1 Research the company
Before you go to the interview, you should do some research on the company and its real estate strategy. Find out what kind of properties they own, lease, or develop, and how they align with their business goals and vision. You should also learn about their culture, values, and expectations, and how you can fit in and contribute. This will help you tailor your answers and show your interest and enthusiasm.
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- Theodore Friel Real Estate Agent at Coldwell Banker
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Remember you are the commodity! The company needs you to excel. Be professional and aware of your value. Be early, know what you want from a company and how it can best support you.
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- Janen Obsniuk Native of Michigan-Executive Vice President and Broker of Record for private franchises in RE/MAX of New Jersey
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The basics apply to these interviews: Professional dress, eye contact, be early and attentive.Yes, doing research on the company is imperative. You need to know everything that is available about the company, their history and anything else that might be pertinent. In your research, prepare some questions; they may be answered during the interview but do not be afraid of saying. "I had a question about that but you addressed it already".You need three questions to have ready in your mind or written down. Come prepared to take notes but do not let that distract you from your focus.Do NOT ask about vacation days and time off; these are questions for the follow-up appointment.Always send a classy, hand written thank you note. A lost art.
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- Fernanda Grigio Uma Engenheira Civil Apaixonada por Comunicação, Pessoas e Conexões | Inconformada | Top Voice Community | Criatividade | Avaliação de Imóveis Urbanos | Influenciadora e Embaixadora Corporativa
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Uma das coisas mais importantes é ter conhecimento prévio da empresa, conhecer sobre seus objetivos estratégicos, principais valores, cultura e linha de negócio e atuação para que haja alinhamento de expectativas e melhor desempenho na entrevista.É importante estar atualizado quanto as tecnologias existentes e que o quanto essas tecnologias estão fazendo a diferença e transformando o segmento para dar uma visão de como você pensa e de como está se direcionando o futuro desse segmento.Ser genuíno para que haja uma conexão de valor entre entrevistado e entrevistador e fundamental para o sucesso da experiência.
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- Romeet KAUL Senior VP, Global Head, Real Estate at Sagility
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In a corporate real estate interview, make a strong impression by researching the company & understanding the role. Showcase relevant experience, emphasizing achievements & quantifiable results. Demonstrate industry knowledge, staying updated on market trends. Highlight soft skills like communication & problem-solving. Discuss technical proficiency with relevant tools and technologies. Show adaptability by sharing instances of navigating challenges. Dress professionally, maintain positive body language, and ask thoughtful questions. Follow up with a thank-you email, expressing gratitude and reiterating interest. Provide specific examples from past experience to illustrate skills & achievements, making your responses concrete and memorable.
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ASK QUESTIONS! It demonstrates your genuine interest in the role and the company, showing that you've done your homework and are eager to learn more. Thoughtful questions can reveal your understanding of the industry, the specific challenges the company faces, and how you can contribute to their success. Moreover, it indicates that you are proactive, curious, and engaged—qualities highly valued in any professional setting. It opens up doors to build a relathionship and further the conversation.
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2 Prepare your portfolio
A corporate real estate interview is not only about your resume and qualifications, but also about your portfolio of projects and achievements. You should prepare a portfolio that showcases your skills and experience in various aspects of real estate, such as market research, financial analysis, deal structuring, negotiation, contract management, and project management. You should also include some examples of how you solved problems, overcame challenges, and added value to your previous or current employers or clients.
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- Fernanda Grigio Uma Engenheira Civil Apaixonada por Comunicação, Pessoas e Conexões | Inconformada | Top Voice Community | Criatividade | Avaliação de Imóveis Urbanos | Influenciadora e Embaixadora Corporativa
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A entrevista vai além do curriculum, ter um portfólio de realizações demonstra suas realizações e experiências, validando tudo que está escrito no currículo.Através do portifolio é possível materializar seu conhecimento, habilidades e resultados.Outro fator se extrema importância nos dias de hoje, é incluir todas as experiências no LinkedIn em tempo real.O LinkedIn é uma plataforma completa, que permite que todas os envolvidos direta ou indiretamentte, possam deixar suas impressões, comentários e recomendações, validando todas as experiências contadas no seu currículo e do portfólio.
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As a Texas native and a Realtor since 2003, Amy Is an active Realtor and investor in the DFW real estate markets. She is a highly experienced, investor friendly real estate professional with a track record of getting deals done.
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- Adrian Hall I lead the Knoxville area mortgage market, teach financial literacy, and manage rental properties.
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Come up with questions or points they never thought of. Example, when I’m interviewing a new potential client to help with rental property finance, my very first questions always center around “what type of tenant are you trying to attract? What do they physically look like and why are they here?”The property, price point, style, amenities, and everything else needed will instantly show itself based on the person they want—which you can reiterate to them to show that you are the sole expert on the topic because you knew what they were thinking.
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- Patrick Tkatschenko Expert Estate Manager @ Mobilia | Managing Director, Luxury Real Estate
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Vous pouvez avoir tous les outils marketing de presentation, rien ne vaut une connaissance parfaite de son marche et de ses produits. Un interlocuteur professionnel en reconnait immediatement un autre.
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- Monte Albers de Leon, Esq. Screenwriter
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Be mindful of time and attention span; you may think all honors throughout 7th grade may stand you out in a crowd and you may be right but not in the way you want. Brevity for the sake of quality is your friend here.
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3 Demonstrate your skills
During the interview, you will likely face some technical questions and scenarios that test your knowledge and skills in corporate real estate. You should be ready to demonstrate your skills in analyzing markets, evaluating properties, creating financial models, negotiating terms, and managing risks. You should also be able to explain your rationale and assumptions behind your decisions and recommendations. You should use relevant data, facts, and figures to support your answers and show your attention to detail and accuracy.
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É importante demonstrar as habilidades sempre citando as experiências vividas, as hardskills adquiridas e mensurando alguns dados de como conseguiu alguns alcançar/resolver alguns problemas.Isso indica como você pensa ao solucionar problemas e tomar decisões.Demonstrar suas principais softskills também é importante, revela a qualidade de como faz para obter êxito em problemas complexos e como comunica isso aos envolvidos de forma clara e assertiva.
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- Hisham Loji Real Estate Consultant at Keller Williams Realty
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Skills that you have and the experience from your previous job is a plus for the interview. Real estate requires so many skills which yiu have to develop as you work and meet clients.
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- GURNAM SINGH PROJECT MANAGEMENT, CONSTRUCT MANAGEMENT AND REAL ESTATE BUSI ESS AND REVENUE GENERARION
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Always concentrate on the question asked by the interviewer 1. Be focused 2. Be consistent3. Value engineering in terms of sales , marketing and team management. 4. Team size and and ur team handle and win the project timelines . Your team wins means you are true leader . 5. Team always win and individually never wins . 6. Allay avoid lies on the table of interview . Only true and honest experience should be shared .
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All skills are important even if you think that may not be. I mean this in the sense of prior jobs that may not align with the corporate real estate job, but even “trivial” skills can be helpful. It may really set you apart from someone else.
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- Kyle Foster - Realtor®, RENE, SRS Realtor®
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Only speak on what you know and understand. If you’re unfamiliar with an area or type of statistical data, be honest. Let them know you fully understand the value of these skills and are exciting to show them how quickly you can learn.
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4 Communicate effectively
Communication is a key skill in corporate real estate, as you will need to interact with various stakeholders, such as senior executives, business units, landlords, tenants, brokers, lawyers, and contractors. You should communicate effectively in the interview by being clear, concise, confident, and respectful. You should also listen actively to the questions and feedback, and ask relevant and insightful questions of your own. You should also use appropriate body language, eye contact, and tone of voice to convey your professionalism and personality.
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A comunicação é a habilidade das habilidades, é a softskill mais importante, principalmente em segmentos tão técnicos como no segmento imobiliário corporativo, onde reportar temas técnicos a diversos stakeholders, seja interno ou externo, logo e fundamental que essa comunicação seja realizada de forma que o outro entenda de forma clara e assertiva o que está sendo dito.Quando se trata de entrevista a mesma máxima ainda é válida, expressar de forma e concisa e fundamental, lembrando sempre que a comunicação é feita para que o outro entenda a mensagem que se quer passar.
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- GURNAM SINGH PROJECT MANAGEMENT, CONSTRUCT MANAGEMENT AND REAL ESTATE BUSI ESS AND REVENUE GENERARION
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Communication is best way to impress the interviewer. You should be honest Loyal Integrity Skill oriented Ground level speaking Case study as your ongoing projects Attitude is very important Challenging
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- Russ Webb Managing Partner at Silver Oak Commercial Realty
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In my experience, you will communicate with all kinds of decision makers in commercial real estate from bankers, civil engineers, environmental engineers, appraisers, city government leaders, good and bad city councils and ultimately your client at all times! Always over communicate about activity if you are leasing or selling a property for your particular client. So when you interview with a commercial real estate firm it’s important to let the person you interview with how competent you are in communicating and dealing with all kinds of people! It goes a long way to be able to share how you communicate with all your clients as much as completed transactions. This for me is a huge factor in hiring new people!
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- Neha Gawade Interiors | Realtor
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I strongly believe, In the world of real estate, effective communication is key. Consultants need to have great communication skills to understand their clients needs, negotiate deals, and keep everyone informed throughout the buying or selling process. Clear and timely communication helps build trust and ensures a smooth transaction. It's all about keeping everyone on the same page and making sure everyone's needs are met.
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- Sunny Johal Investor/ Development Director/ Mentor
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This is a critical part of the whole process. Don’t be overly rehearsed but do be very prepared. Be confident in your accomplishments to date and realise that you should be able to express these lessons from these effectively. Communication isn’t just about how you project your tone of voice but also how your body language comes across in the session. You communicate your appearance by how you sit, where your arms are placed to what you wear. You have two ears and one mouth, so be sure to listen well before you choose speak.
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5 Follow up after the interview
After the interview, you should follow up with a thank you note to the interviewer or the hiring manager. You should express your appreciation for the opportunity and your interest in the position. You should also highlight your main strengths and value proposition, and reiterate why you are a good fit for the company and the role. You should also address any concerns or questions that may have arisen during the interview, and offer to provide more information or references if needed.
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É importante demonstrar interesse após a entrevista, reiterando o interesse na vaga e se colocando a disposição da empresa como uma boa opção de contratação.
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- Stephen Filing Real Estate Consultant at Realty Group
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If you do not follow up after an interview to get a job why would the company you are interviewing with have faith you would follow up with clients after you are entrenched with the company. Follow up!
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- Corey Ashbourne - Apartment Advisor I assist owners in selling apartment buildings
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Think outside the box when following up…For example: During your research prior to the interview, discover what pain points the company is looking to solve by adding the position. During your interactions with the hiring team, ask a few discovery questions to confirm their pain points.After the interview, follow up with a written plan, like a “30-60-90,” to show how you would go about solving those pain points.
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- Bryan Baylon Team Owner | The Baylon Group | Keller Williams Northeast Realty
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Following up is an art and discipline critical to real estate success. It will make a significant impression, especially if your role involves prospecting or marketing for clients.
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- Adrian Hall I lead the Knoxville area mortgage market, teach financial literacy, and manage rental properties.
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Follow up with everyone you came in contact with, receptionist included. Often times, hiring managers ask other teammates for their impressions of the candidate… and giving OTHER people they work with a reason to echo your name once more turns a silent act into a vocal one.
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- Barry Nifoussi Licensed Realtor at Crossroads Realty
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There will be a point in time, prepare for it, when you must say what you are going to do, then do it, and tell them you've done it.
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- Adrian Hall I lead the Knoxville area mortgage market, teach financial literacy, and manage rental properties.
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Don’t overthink it. It’s literally that simple. Know your worth, understand the opportunity, and let the facts speak for itself. Dont downtalk yourself afterwards by putting words in their mouth that they never actually said… and don’t let your anxiety speak for you.
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- Kyle Foster - Realtor®, RENE, SRS Realtor®
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Remember, sometimes you have to hear a few “no’s” before you get a “yes”. The greatest salespeople are the ones who take the least time to feel sorry for themselves. “If at first you don’t succeed, dust yourself off and try again.” -Beyoncé
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Prepare a story for yourself is another important preparation that you can do for yourself. How to you get to the other side of the table with the interviewer? There must be some qualities you have to differentiate yourself from your competitors, the fellow applicants. You will need to show how we stand out from other applicants in your unique story.Storytelling is one of the most effective and efficient ways to let the interviewer know you in an hour long interview.
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- Vanessa Scott Mobile Notary/Owner of 5280 Home Essentials, LLC
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Dress to impress and come prepared for the unexpected. Anticipate all the unexpected to be able to show that you’re ready to take on whatever comes at you, and do it with dignity, grace and professionalism.
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