Authenticity, Advocacy, and Ambition with Deena Zimmerman

Performance Mindset - Fueling Success in Commercial Real Estate and Leadership

On today’s episode of the Performance Mindset podcast, Deena interviews Deena Zimmerman, a powerhouse in the retail commercial space. Amy and Deena delve into how she landed in real estate despite pursuing a psychology degree to become a therapist. Deena’s niche is tenant representation, and she shares what she loves about her job. During their conversation, Amy and Deena cover all the things, including the challenges she’s faced as a woman in real estate, current retail trends, and how the pandemic shifted the retail landscape. Deena shares her advice for the next generation of real estate, the best way to find a mentor, and how following up with others and taking care of yourself can move your career forward.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

1. Deena Zimmerman’s winding path to a career in commercial real estate.
2. How Deena carved out a niche in tenant representation and became a resource for her clients.
3. Collaborating with other industry professionals to cover all your bases.
4. The importance of acknowledging a client’s communication and being responsive.
5. The challenges Deena has faced as a woman in real estate.
6. Current retail trends in the commercial real estate space.
7. How the pandemic impacted the future of retail.
8. Her advice for the next generation in real estate.
9. Finding a mentor to help guide your career.
10. The value in following up with someone and taking care of yourself.

Connect with Amy Calandrino here:

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