02 Finding Your Career Through Line with Gemma Maxwell

Gemma Maxwell is a Land Acquisition Manager here at Fischer Homes, and in our conversation we talk about: Gemma's career from offshore drilling to home sales to Land Acquisition ManagerThe value of sales training to every positionHow to bring your passion to your job and get out of the “ditch”Practical advice on preparing yourself for the next roleTimestamps:1:49 - Introduction and Work History6:40 - The lifetime value of learning sales11:10 - What are some techniques to help someone out of the "Ditch " they are stuck in?14:08 - What does a workday look like for you? Walk me through a typical day.17:20 - What is something surprising about your role that few people know or understand?19:14 - Gemma’s Life at Sea20:49 - If someone wanted to be you, what would you tell them?23:52 - What makes you feel inspired or live your best life?25:24 - The value of mistakes27:20 - Learning Relationship Builder from her father30:38 - Learning to disarm people like Joy Ireland32:10 - Structure of the Land Department32:50 - Managing multiple passions in your work36:53 - What is currently in your Netflix cue?37:25 - Favorite 90’s Jam38:18 - What is the last gift you gave someone?38:52 - What was or would be your High School Yearbook superlative?30:00 - A penguin walks through the door wearing a sombrero. What does he say and why is he here?