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Apr 2024
9m 54s

267. Character Over Talent

Brian Gubernick
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In this episode, Brian shares the different characteristics that make up great leaders. He references a book, The Captain Class by Sam Walker, in which the author studied a number of great sports teams, coaches, and players and what made them not just successful, but also admirable and well respected.

 

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Brian Gubernick is a visionary leader with over 20 years of diverse business and life experience. Currently the Chief Real Estate Officer for PLACE Inc and Co-Founder of Metrix Masterminds, Brian has held numerous other significant roles in the real estate industry including property investor, Realtor, sales team owner, brokerage operating partner, title/escrow company investor, property management partner, and start-up executive. Brian has also trained and/or personally coached thousands of sales professionals on the tenants of business success, leadership, and personal development.

 

Brian’s passion for excellence is matched only by his love for family. He resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his wife and two daughters. When he’s not creating exceptional real estate experiences or nurturing his entrepreneurial ventures, Brian can be found enjoying quality time with his loved ones.

 

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