How to Use Creative Skills in Real Estate Development Job - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 1 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman details how geography and spacial relations understanding impact a real estate development career. Spacial relations understanding and, more importantly, potential requires vision and a creative mindset to connect plan to project. Geography variables require research into how a development project- retail, residential, or commercial - will integrate into a neighborhood. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ View more at http://www.captureyourflag.com

How to Apply a Passion for Studying History in a Real Estate Career - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 2 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman shares how his passion for history has informed his real estate development career. For his master's thesis, analyzes how a neighborhood's story over many generations can be told through a single piece of property. This provides Goldman a new perspective on real estate cycles that he later applies in his long-term real estate investment pursuits. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ View more videos at http://www.captureyourflag.com

How Patience and Perseverance Build Career Momentum - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 3 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman details how patience and perseverance create career momentum. He highlights the need to have patience in order to persevere and have the will to continue. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ View more videos at http://www.captureyourflag.com

How MBA Finance Skills Guide Real Estate Investment Career - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 4 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman shares how developing a deep understanding of financial markets, including commercial mortgage backed securities (CMBS), plays into his investment decisions. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ View more videos at http://www.captureyourflag.com

Why Composure Matters in Real Estate Investing - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 5 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman shares how macroeconomic market analysis helps him overcome frustration and stay composed at work. Goldman builds a composed approach assessing market participants, economic indicators, and government regulation and the combined effect on supply and demand. Amidst unfavorable decisions and challenging conditions, Goldman prioritizes indicator input over emotional input when making investment decisions. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ View more at http://www.captureyourflag.com

How to Manage Employee Frustration in a Down Economy - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 6 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development executive Brett Goldman shares management techniques he applies when coaching his team through difficult, oft frustrating times. Goldman engages his team individually to better understand the frustration source and empathize. He then works with the team to develop innovative approaches to the business - in this case real estate development - to create new opportunities. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ .

How Executive Uses Information Management to Keep Current - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 7 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman shares how he categorizes, organizes, and consumes information to stay current in his industry. Goldman reads standard news, blogs, industry trade journals, and social media feeds to keep informed. He sets aside one day per weekend to catch up on what he missed each week to prepare for the next week. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ .

How Creativity Improves a Real Estate Negotiation - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 8 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman shares why creativity matters when crafting a great real estate deal. Goldman highlights how commercial real estate deals have increasingly included more parties and understanding Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ .

How to Network Better - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 9 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman shares how he networks and why it has helped him build a long-term career in real estate development. Goldman makes it a priority to attend at least one networking event per week. This can be a business breakfast, lunch or dinner as well as a lecture or industry event. Talking to people and overcoming the nervousness and uncomfortable feeling when meeting new people helps Goldman better connect with his industry. These connections prove progressively more useful as Goldman develops his real estate career. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ .

How Public Speaking Develops a Real Estate Executive Career - Brett Goldman

In Chapter 10 of 10 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, real estate development acquisitions director Brett Goldman shares why public speaking has become progressively more important in his career. Goldman overcomes anxiety and fear by finding comfort speaking on panels and participating in question and answer discussions. Brett Goldman is a Real Estate Acquisitions Director at Triangle Equities - http://www.triangleequities.com/ - in New York City. Goldman holds a BA in General Studies from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu/ - and a masters in real estate development from Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation - http://www.arch.columbia.edu/ .

How Working Before Law School Benefits Career - James McCormick

In Chapter 3 of 12 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, legal career advisor James McCormick shares how working with lawyers in arbitration and dispute resolution before applying to law school informed his career. Working directly with lawyers provides McCormick an on-the-job perspective that not only shapes his law school application decision but also, over time, his long-term career planning decisions. McCormick is a Vice President at Empire Search Partners (http://www.empiresearchpartners.com) in New York City. Before transitioning into legal career advisory services, McCormick practiced law as an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney for both Proskauer Rose (http://www.proskauer.com) and Jones Day (http://www.jonesday.com). He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School (http://www.law.tulane.edu) and a BA in History from the University of Michigan (http://www.umich.edu).

Executive Recruiter Career Advice to Young Lawyers - James McCormick

In Chapter 4 of 12 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, legal career advisor James McCormick answers what information would have helped him better transition from law school into his law career. McCormick notes the importance of building a professional network beyond your peer base from law school and work. He encourages young lawyers to do additional diligence to learn more about company cultures and job roles to make more informed career decisions over time. James McCormick is a Vice President at Empire Search Partners (http://www.empiresearchpartners.com) in New York City. Before transitioning into legal career advisory services, McCormick practiced law as an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney for both Proskauer Rose (http://www.proskauer.com) and Jones Day (http://www.jonesday.com). He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School (http://www.law.tulane.edu) and a BA in History from the University of Michigan (http://www.umich.edu).

How Transferable Skills Help Lawyer Change Careers - James McCormick

In Chapter 5 of 12 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, legal career advisor James McCormick shares how his experience working in employee benefits and compensation law prepared him for an executive recruiting career. Working with candidates, employees, hiring firms, and intermediaries, McCormick learns how benefits and compensation decisions are valued, negotiated, and made. James McCormick is a Vice President at Empire Search Partners (http://www.empiresearchpartners.com) in New York City. Before transitioning into legal career advisory services, McCormick practiced law as an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney for both Proskauer Rose (http://www.proskauer.com) and Jones Day (http://www.jonesday.com). He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School (http://www.law.tulane.edu) and a BA in History from the University of Michigan (http://www.umich.edu).

How Start Group Peer Relationships Impact Career - James McCormick

In Chapter 6 of 12 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, legal career advisor James McCormick highlights why shared start group experiences - the first-year experience at a firm or organization - create bonds and a support network. Going through things together forms supportive bonds that can provide longer term personal, professional, and financial support. James McCormick is a Vice President at Empire Search Partners (http://www.empiresearchpartners.com) in New York City. Before transitioning into legal career advisory services, McCormick practiced law as an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney for both Proskauer Rose (http://www.proskauer.com) and Jones Day (http://www.jonesday.com). He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School (http://www.law.tulane.edu) and a BA in History from the University of Michigan (http://www.umich.edu).

How Young Lawyers Can Improve Career Planning - James McCormick

In Chapter 7 of 12 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, legal career advisor James McCormick highlights why the third year of a legal career marks a critical career development juncture. After multiple years learning the industry and developing skills, McCormick advises young lawyers pause to assess and reflect on achievements, aspirations, and, if relevant, changes. James McCormick is a Vice President at Empire Search Partners - http://www.empiresearchpartners.com - in New York City. Before transitioning into legal career advisory services, McCormick practiced law as an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney for both Proskauer Rose - http://www.proskauer.com- and Jones Day - http://www.jonesday.com . He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School - http://www.law.tulane.edu - and a BA in History from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu .

How to Maximize Law Career Potential - James McCormick

In Chapter 8 of 12 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, legal career advisor James McCormick shares why mid-level attorneys should prioritize reflection when planning goals. Increased self-awareness about how career experience translates into actualizing career ambition is a central career building process. McCormick shares how this preparation and commitment to annual reflection puts lawyers in the best possible place to succeed on achieving desired career goals, including partner promotion and in-house industry alignment. James McCormick is a Vice President at Empire Search Partners - http://www.empiresearchpartners.com - in New York City. Before transitioning into legal career advisory services, McCormick practiced law as an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney for both Proskauer Rose - http://www.proskauer.com- and Jones Day - http://www.jonesday.com . He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School - http://www.law.tulane.edu - and a BA in History from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu .

How Company Alumni Help Alma Mater Firms Succeed - James McCormick

In Chapter 9 of 12 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, legal career advisor James McCormick shares how professional service company alumni such as those from law firms, can impact company culture after leaving the firm. The alumni fill relationship gaps - advisors, recruiters, partners, clients, customers - that complete the business ecosystem. James McCormick is a Vice President at Empire Search Partners - http://www.empiresearchpartners.com - in New York City. Before transitioning into legal career advisory services, McCormick practiced law as an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney for both Proskauer Rose - http://www.proskauer.com- and Jones Day - http://www.jonesday.com . He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School - http://www.law.tulane.edu - and a BA in History from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu .

How to Assess Risk and Reward When Considering Job Change - James McCormick

In Chapter 10 of 12 in his 2010 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, legal career advisor James McCormick shares his approach to helping clients assess the risks and rewards inherent in making a job change. McCormick prioritizes a strong personal relationship to better understand his clients circumstances and longer term aspirations. James McCormick is a Vice President at Empire Search Partners - http://www.empiresearchpartners.com - in New York City. Before transitioning into legal career advisory services, McCormick practiced law as an employee benefits and executive compensation attorney for both Proskauer Rose - http://www.proskauer.com- and Jones Day - http://www.jonesday.com . He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School - http://www.law.tulane.edu - and a BA in History from the University of Michigan - http://www.umich.edu .