ESSLINGER WOOTEN MAXWELL INC. REALTORS
Coral Gables
What was your first job in the realty industry?
Selling real estate in Aspen, Colo., for Carol Dopkin Real Estate
What is your favorite free-time activity?
Riding and jumping horses
How did you learn the business?
Being an assistant to a top agent was great experience, and I learned much of the high-end business from her.
What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
Time management
Where do you go to network and meet new clients?
I meet most of my new clients through charity work and being active in the community.
What has been your greatest accomplishment?
Juggling work, family and fitness
Where would you like to be in five years, professionally?
I would like to be a top-producing agent with my son helping me in the business.
What was the last good movie you saw or book you read?
Although not a book or movie, I loved “Wicked” on Broadway.
What is your favorite restaurant?
La Gorce Country Club
Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Miami?
The Biltmore
What kind of car do you drive?
Mercedes station wagon, black with GPS.
Blackberry, Palm or paper?
Blackberry
What is your personal motto?
My taste is very simple, I only want the best of everything.
In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Be an assistant to a top-producing agent and offer to work all open houses and weekends.