If there’s one predictor of success in commercial real estate, it’s finding a mentor to show you the ropes. Learning from an established professional is a great way to develop as a manager and gain new skills.
This is especially critical if you’re a woman entering a traditionally male-dominated field like commercial real estate, according to a panel of women at the BOMA International annual conference – and later, when you’ve gained seniority in your field, it’s on you to nurture the next generation of property professionals.
“It’s important as women that we look for opportunities to mentor and give back,” said Brenna Walraven, BOMA Fellow and past BOMA Chair. “Mentoring is hard. It takes time. You’re a leader with a busy schedule and it’s hard to find time to sit down and say ‘Let’s walk through that,’ but it’s something we should all be thinking about.”
Read the full article by Janelle Penny for BUILDINGS.com.
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