Mitch Davidson knew that transitioning to a career in real estate from mining would be a mountain to climb, but he decided to bite the bullet at the right time and even managed to surpass his own expectations. In this episode, the branch manager with LJ Hooker Property South West WA and REB's #7 dealmaker for 2021 shares how he jumped the tracks from being an explosive technician in the mines to a top gunner in the local real estate scene and is now expanding his own team. He also shares with Grace Ormsby how he delivered 79 sales in 2021 despite the state being labelled as a "Fortress WA", highlights why local knowledge matters when it comes to selling, and emphasises the importance of having a passion for property when entering the industry. In this episode, you will hear:

• The importance of having a good work/life balance

• Why timing is important when making career decisions

• Predictions on how the Western Australian market will unfold in 2022

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