Success Is a PERSONAL Journey

My Journey to Success: From Mechanics to Real Estate and Everything In Between

Success is rarely a straight path. For me, it’s been more of a winding journey full of struggles, setbacks, and uncertainty. From feeling stuck in jobs I didn’t love to struggling with self-confidence, I faced my fair share of challenges. But over time, I came to realize that success isn’t defined by the job you have, the title you hold, or the money you make. It’s about taking ownership of your life, pushing through difficult times, and ultimately finding purpose and fulfillment.

The Return to My Past: Mechanics and Family

I often found myself drifting back to a job I knew well: working as a mechanic with my father. It wasn’t glamorous or a place I dreamed of staying long-term, but there was something about it that kept pulling me back. At first, I thought it was just because it was familiar—it was a steady paycheck, and I was good at it. But the deeper truth I later realized was that I kept returning because of the community. The camaraderie with my coworkers, the shared stories, and the trust I had in the people I worked with gave me a sense of belonging I didn’t realize I needed. It wasn’t just about fixing cars; it was about building connections and feeling like I was part of something bigger.

A New Chapter: Part-Time at Amazon

After a while, I made the decision to move on from the mechanic shop and explore something different. I became a part-time delivery driver for Amazon. Like my time as a mechanic, it wasn’t exactly a dream job, but it gave me flexibility and a chance to try something new. At first, I felt out of place. The job was physically demanding, and the work environment was fast-paced. But as I spent more time on the road and interacted with customers, I started realizing something important—I was enjoying the human connections. Whether it was exchanging pleasantries with customers or feeling like I was contributing to something bigger, I realized that community was still a huge factor in my work. The people I met along the way made me appreciate the journey more than I had expected.

Entering Real Estate: A New Beginning

And then, something changed. I decided to dive into a completely new career—real estate. I’m only a month into this journey, and I can already tell it’s going to be challenging. But unlike previous jobs where I stayed out of convenience or fear of failure, real estate feels like it’s aligned with my dreams. In the short time I’ve been a real estate agent, I’ve learned that it’s more than just about selling properties. It’s about helping people find a place to call home, guiding them through one of the most important decisions of their lives. In this industry, I’m already starting to see how crucial the relationships you build are—how trust and community are just as important as the deals you make. And I’m realizing that, at the heart of it, success isn’t about the transaction; it’s about the human connection.