I spent 30 long years in corporate sales, where all my work was removed from any of the people it affected. I had always been in interested in houses and architecture, so when I decided to change careers, I contacted 4 real estate companies online. The only one that gave me a personal response – a call from an office manager – was Weichert. From the minute I stepped in the door, I could tell the atmosphere was phenomenal, with lots of camaraderie. Now I’m in much more of a human business. I'll tell you, I get the biggest jolt whenever I can drop a set of keys into the hand of a first-time buyer. It's incredibly rewarding. And Weichert made the transition easy because, while it's not strict or regimented, they have an answer for every question and a ready blueprint for getting started. I’ve really come to love real estate.

I knew it was time for a change. I had been working in the record business as a vice president of promotion and marketing and I'd lost my passion for it. I wanted to keep selling, but I was tired of trying to sell products (artists, that is) I didn't always believe in. I thought of real estate simply because I’d always loved homes and I was sure I could be passionate about it. Once I made that decision, I did my research and Weichert became the only company I was interested in joining. Understanding the importance of brands, I knew Weichert would give me the status I needed when selling. I also knew that real estate companies, and specifically Weichert, offered excellent career advancement opportunities for women. Just two years as a successful Sales Associate and I became an office manager. Now I sell my people on the training and tools that helped me so much. I tell them, "It's all here. Just take advantage of the whole program and you can't help but win business."

When I arrived in the US in 1994 with a chemical engineering degree, I pursued the logical course and became a laboratory director. When in April 2001, I responded to a Weichert recruiting ad, not only did I have no prior sales or business experience, but I hadn't even bought my own house yet. Switching to the real estate field has opened my horizons and made me feel completely integrated into American society. I'm using my entire life experience, including formal and informal education, to advance my career. I find it challenging, eclectic, and intellectually stimulating. At Weichert, the leadership is visionary and inspirational. Now I'm giving back to the country that has adopted me by helping others becoming successful, helping them realize their own American dream. My decision to reduce my social and professional status by leaving my old country has been vindicated, and my hopes for bigger and better things to come have never been higher.

After I retired as a New York City Police Sergeant – following 20 unforgettable years of service through the best and worst of times – I was ready for a new direction. My family and I relocated to Montgomery County Pennsylvania. I wanted to go into business and real estate appealed to me because I could train quickly with no pressure and, at the same time, learn all about my new area. The path that led me to Weichert was easily traveled. From real estate classes to the initial consultation with my mentor and beyond, I have always been supported and encouraged. My associates and managers, professionals all, helped me to learn the business and employ all of that knowledge to the benefit of my new career. Our company continues to provide the comprehensive, on-going support that has been essential to my success… and for that I will always be grateful.