Career Reinvention: How Dom Grace Left Employment to Run His Own Real Estate Firm

In the latest episode of the Career Equation Podcast, we sit down with Dominic Grace, a renowned figure in the real estate industry. With over 37 years at Savills, Dominic has recently embarked on a new journey. He has transitioned into property management consulting. This episode explores Dominic's experiences. It offers valuable insights into career change, work-life balance, and personal branding. Is real estate a good career? Dominic sheds light on this by reflecting on his long and successful tenure at Savills. "I had a pretty long career at Savills, 37 years there," he recalls. During this time, he saw the company's growth from a small player to a global leader in the real estate industry. Yet, even with such a fulfilling career, Dominic felt a growing desire to explore new horizons. "I found myself tantalized by more and more things that were out of the guide rails of that role," he explains. This led Dominic to a pivotal moment of self-reflection and a significant career change. He credits a transformative session with Erica for helping him peel off several layers of the onion and gaining clarity on his next steps. "You were brilliant," he tells Erica. "It certainly helped me decide what to do next and end up where I am today."