Confessions of a Street Broker: Jesse Pruitt - Somervell Commandments

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In this episode of "Confessions of a Street Broker," Jeremy sits down with Jesse Pruitt, owner of Somervell Commercial Realty. Jesse's impressive journey in the real estate industry began in 1974 at Vantage Companies, where he quickly climbed the ranks to become Executive Vice President. Over his career, Jesse has overseen the development, management, and leasing of over 30 million square feet of commercial space across the U.S., and he has been instrumental in completing more than 2,500 real estate transactions totaling over $750 million.

Join us as Jesse shares insights from his extensive experience, including his roles at Bradford Companies, Wilcox Realty Group, and CMC-Commercial Realty Group, before founding Somervell Commercial Realty. Beyond his professional achievements, Jesse's contributions to the real estate community and his involvement in numerous professional and civic organizations make for an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss. Tune in to hear about his journey from Texas Tech University football letterman to a Hall of Fame inductee in the Dallas-Fort Worth Commercial Real Estate sector.

Ten Somervell Commandments - Best to Follow Every Day:

1. How You Think is Everything.
2. Decide Upon Your Real Goals.
3. Take Action.
4. Never Quit Learning.
5. Be Persistent and Work Hard.
6. Analyze Details.
7. Focus.
8. Don't be Afraid to Innovate and Be Different.
9. Deal & Communicate with People Effectively.
10. Be Honest & Dependable & Take Responsibility.