ASKING SEAN #058 | CAREER IN PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT

In this episode, we will check out a question from a young engineering student. He wish to take over his father's development business and how should he go about it?  In Malaysia property development companies, CEO are mainly candidates with engineering degrees. Hence, he is in the right path. But in his free time, he should check out more properties just to gain experience and market insights. After his graduation, I suggested to attach himself to a public listed to get exposure and experience of the entire process of development.  From sourcing of land, engagement of consultants, conducting tender processes, marketing, branding and etc. There's just so much to learn in this career but developer are more of 'generalist', instead of a 'specialist' which contradicts with his education.  After the education, he needs to focus on people management skills, financial knowledge and sales.