Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Scot Policastro from Far Hills, New Jersey. Scot was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a sophomore at Northeastern University. A random “fun fact” about Scot is that he goes to Dunkin’ daily.

Episode Notes: 

At 1:43, Scot Policastro discusses the importance of being confident and a go-getter, going the extra step, and remaining calm. At 3:32, Scot speaks on thinking outside of the box, not limiting yourself, and being creative. At 4:45, Policastro notes that he learns the most when he least expects it. At 6:23, he shares that his “happy place” is when he is in the comfort of his car. At 7:31, Scot points out that he gets his “ya ya’s out” by being super active or lazy. At 8:26, Policastro dives into how walking and keeping active clears his mind. At 9:25, he dishes on how he finds the balance, as well as his process in setting reasonable goals. At 10:30, Scot dishes on constantly trying to push himself and learn new things. At 11:46, Policastro explains how he goes about differentiating himself from his peers. At 13:01, he talks about dealing with the “noise” at Northeastern University. At 14:28, Scot Policastro closes out the podcast by touching upon his experiences at George Washington University’s summer program, which provided clarity and opened some doors for him. 

Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Nicole Pena from Wellington, Florida. Nicole was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a sophomore at NYU Stern School of Business. A random fun fact about Nicole is that she was born in Bucaramanga, Colombia and is fluent in Spanish.

Episode Notes: 

At 1:41, Nicole Pena discusses having a work ethic being a differentiating factor. At 2:50, Nicole talks about being yourself and confident, and not compromising who you are. At 4:07, Pena notes that prioritizing what is truly important to you is essential. At 4:55, she comments on the happiness versus money debate when it comes to her career. At 5:57, Nicole touches upon respecting the ideas of others, teamwork, and her experience at Leasing REality. At 7:37, Pena believes that one reaps what they sow, and as a result one must work hard to see the fruits of their labor. At 8:28, she dishes on being from the school of showing up with a positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow. At 9:24, Nicole touches upon learning and recovering gracefully from past mistakes. At 10:29, Pena mentions that at the end of the day, the journey to the solution is what is remembered. At 11:24, she advises how she remains focused with all the “noise” present at NYU. At 12:29, Nicole provides some insight for the younger generation: keep an open mind as there’s so much more to learn. At 13:24, Pena dives into how she goes about mastering her craft. At 14:25, she points out that it is extremely easy to get distracted by the “shiny things” in the world, but when all is said and done, those distractions are so relative and temporary. At 14:53, Nicole answers a question pertaining to giving back. At 15:54, Nicole Pena closes out the podcast with a message that kindness truly goes a long way and doesn’t go unseen.

Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Megan Clow from Westchester, New York. Megan was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a junior at the College of the Holy Cross. A random fun fact about Megan is that her favorite movie is “The Polar Express.” 

Episode Notes: 

At 1:38, Megan Clow discusses change being inevitable, moving forward, and being grateful for experiences you have had. At 3:09, Megan shares how she “makes a difference” volunteering at an elderly center, as well as her involvement in charitable initiatives at school. At 5:00, Clow notes that work ethic comes from passion. At 6:05, she advises that one should not compare themselves to other people. At 6:49, Megan Clow closes out the podcast revealing that she would like to continue being a better version of herself.

Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Tara Smyth from Pearl River, New York. Tara was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a senior at University of Delaware. A random fun fact about Tara is that her Gaelic football team once won an international championship in Ireland representing New York.

Episode Notes: 

At 2:00, Tara Smyth discusses staying true to oneself, and how humor helps her relate and connect with others. At 3:17, Tara talks about passion, happiness, and her desire to find a job that gives her excitement everyday. At 4:39, Smyth visits the topic of “doing the right thing,” and shares some lessons learned from her parents. At 5:53, she speaks on bouncing back when faced with adversity and/or failure. At 6:56, Tara shares her “happy place” in her family lake house in New Jersey during the summertime. At 8:18, Smyth dishes on how she deals with stress. At 9:54, she dives into going off grid: putting her phone down, going for walks, drawing, painting, free writing, and listening to music. At 11:42, Tara notes her love for Gaelic football, and reminiscences of the time she travelled to Ireland to play. At 13:40, Smyth reflects on her parents instilling selflessness and putting others before herself. At 14:47, she points out what she is truly shameless about. At 15:59, Tara mentions what’s typically on her mind before going to bed. At 17:06, Smyth answers a hypothetical question on where she would go on date night. At 18:16, she speaks about “starting from the bottom,” and learning what it means to have nothing. At 19:05, Tara Smyth closes out the podcast reflecting on her collaborative Leasing REality internship experience. 

Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Nicole Hurowitz from Mount Sinai, New York. Nicole was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a junior at Stony Brook University. A random fun fact about Nicole is that she has been to Disney World ten times. 

Episode Notes: 

At 1:42, Nicole Hurowitz discusses the importance of possessing a work ethic and being productive. At 2:36, Nicole touches upon waking up each day with a love for what you do. At 3:32, Hurowitz speaks about her upbringing and how she “makes a difference” for others in the community. At 4:46, she shares her “happy place,” namely that of attending concerts. At 5:43, Nicole notes that one must be selfish at times and as a result, act in its best interest. At 6:31, Hurowitz dishes on being a commuter student at Stony Brook University, and always being on the go. At 7:39, Nicole Hurowitz closes out the podcast by diving head first into her “major keys” and her definition of “success.”

Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Katie Zampolin from Briarcliff Manor, New York. Katie was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a junior at Wake Forest University. A random fun fact about Katie is that she can walk across a room using only her hands.

Episode Notes: 

At 1:56, Katie Zampolin stresses the importance of staying true to yourself and not following the crowd. At 2:48, Katie believes that happiness is crucial when it comes to one’s career. At 3:45, Zampolin touches upon flexibility, adapting, and overthinking. At 4:26, she points out that humans are dependent creatures that need each other. At 5:16, Katie discusses putting your best foot forward, as you are in control of the outcome. At 5:55, Zampolin shares her “happy place” in the Aquinnah beaches in Martha's Vineyard. At 6:43, she dives into a story about how her perspective changed subsequent to her college application process. At 8:43, Katie speaks on learning, growing and lastly, why one is more than their transcript and grades. At 10:49, Zampolin answers the question: “Do nice guys finish last?” At 12:49, Katie Zampolin closes out the podcast with the message: “Laugh hard and love harder.”

Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Ben Levine from Long Island, New York. Ben was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin. A random fun fact about Ben is that he used to be a black belt in karate.

Episode Notes: 

At 2:01, Ben Levine touches upon his work ethic and how preparation provides him comfort. At 3:22, Ben discusses making a great first impression during an interview. At 5:50, Levine points out being a communicative and organized person. At 6:59, he talks about planning, evaluating, and simplicity. At 8:10, Ben shares being a believer in karma, and how he “makes a difference.” At 8:57, Levine provides his thoughts on Larry Haber’s “Mo Money Mo Problems” question. At 9:46, he dives into the topic of utilizing past experiences to grow. At 11:09, Ben dishes on “subscribing to a team first mantra,” as you’re only as strong as your weakest link. At 11:46, Levine notes how he goes about mastering his craft. At 13:14, Ben Levine closes out the podcast discussing his desire to teach others about his past mistakes.

Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Nicole Sparacio from Brooklyn, New York. Nicole was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a junior at Lehigh University. A random fun fact about Nicole is that she runs an Instagram account dedicated to food. 

Episode Notes: 

At 1:39, Nicole Sparacio discusses “being yourself” when on an interview, and how putting on a fake act can only take you so far during the interview process. At 2:18, Nicole shares that health and wellness is her number one priority, and that grades are not the end all be all. At 4:20, Sparacio points out that she enjoys keeping busy, setting goals, and being organized. At 5:10, she highlights her time management skills and ability in finding “the balance.” At 5:46, Nicole dishes on being a big believer in working hard and earning success, and the negatives associated with taking the easy way out. At 6:41, Sparacio talks about positivity and honesty. At 7:16, she touches upon her work ethic. At 8:02, Nicole dives into being a good listener and responding when necessary. At 8:42, Sparacio provides her thoughts on evolving with the changing times while staying current. At 9:19, she reflects on giving back through tutoring at a local middle school in Bethlehem. At 10:29, Nicole Sparacio closes out the podcast with messages on dealing with change, living in the moment, and not looking too far into the future.

Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Jack Hurkmans from New York, New York. Jack was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a senior at Boston University. A random fun fact about Jack is that he holds three citizenships: Dutch, German, and American.

Episode Notes: 

At 1:39, Jack Hurkmans discusses developing an interest in the real estate industry while obtaining a salesperson license while at Boston University. At 3:11, Jack addresses previously making excuses instead of proactively searching for the root of the problem. At 3:53, Hurkmans talks about sports providing an outlet for him to stay in the moment. At 4:43, he notes that someone can avoid distractions by surrounding themself with the right group of individuals. At 5:28, Jack points out that he is a glass half-full type of person, as he always looks at the positives while learning from the negatives in any given situation. At 6:18, Hurkmans gives his take on Larry Haber’s “Mo Money Mo Problems” question. At 7:44, he shares how he reflects on the day prior to going to bed. At 8:26, Jack touches upon the benefits of staying fit and working. At 9:54, Hurkmans dives into the topics of work ethic and productivity. At 10:53, he provides his thoughts on employee empowerment and collaborative work environments. At 12:00, Jack makes known that happiness is the number one factor he seeks out during a job search. At 12:51, Jack Hurkmans closes out the podcast by sharing his goal of running his own company one day.

 Introduction:

Today we are fortunate to have with us none other than Zack Lion from Long Island, New York. Zack was a 2019 summer intern at Leasing REality, and is currently a junior at the University of Wisconsin. A random fun fact about Zack is that he skied down a mountain on one ski when he was 10.

Episode Notes: 

At 1:39, Zack Lion shares his fascination for human psychology, and how he would like to pair this with his interest in business. At 2:26, Zack discusses how he goes about “making a difference” in the community. At 3:54, Lion touches upon maintaining a balance through scheduling and meditation. At 5:20, he points out that he is a glass half-full type of person, as he is always optimistic. At 6:19, Zack notes his attitude change towards school after his first semester at Wisconsin. At 7:23, Lion stresses that one must be present and enjoy life, as it moves at a rapid pace. At 8:19, he makes it known that “success is not given, it’s earned.” At 9:32, Zack dives into the benefits of failure and how it could be helpful down the road. At 10:42, Lion speaks on Larry Haber’s mantra of “be nice, work hard.” At 11:22, he talks about the importance of surrounding yourself with positive people (and removing the negative people) in your life. At 12:12, Zack addresses “starting from bottom” and remembering the start of your journey. At 13:43, Zack Lion closes out the podcast with a message to never stop believing, as everything happens for a reason.