#42. He’s Sold $24B in Real Estate… So Why Is Bob Knakal More Motivated Than Ever?

40 years in the business. Nearly 2,400 properties sold. Over $24 billion in transactions.Bob Knakal is a legend in commercial real estate.But at 63 years old—when most are slowing down—Bob is operating with more energy and drive than ever.In just the past three years, he’s written multiple books, built a massive presence as a social media business influencer, launched a podcast, started his own brokerage, and even appeared on the Netflix series Owning Manhattan.So where does that drive come from?According to Bob—it’s simple: he loves the work.From his early days as a small-town kid shoveling sidewalks to buy baseball cards (more interested in the stats on the back than the picture on the front), to becoming one of the most data-driven minds in the industry, Bob has always believed that commercial real estate is a business of information.That mindset helped build his iconic “Knakal Map Room”—a true Mecca of market data that has fueled decades of success.On this episode of Love in the Land, Austin sits down with Bob to break down the mindset, habits, and philosophy behind a career that continues to evolve. They dive into:Why putting clients first is still the ultimate competitive advantageHow social media has transformed Bob’s business (and how you can use it too)Lessons learned from getting fired—and starting overWhat continues to motivate him after $24B in dealsYou can follow Bob on LinkedIn, Instagram, and X, and learn more about his work at BobKnakal.com.If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and follow Love in the Land with Austin Love for more conversations with top performers, creators, and business leaders.