Why 28 Years in Austin Real Estate Trumps the "Side Hustle" Trend with Leslie Davenport

Former school teacher turned top producer. In this episode of the Elite 25 Podcast, Leslie Davenport of Gottesman Residential shares how she went from the classrooms of Hill Country Middle School to nearly three decades in Austin real estate.Leslie breaks down her early career pivot, how she balanced teaching with her first real estate deals, and the mentors who shaped her along the way. She also talks about the power of consistency, community, and why Austin has kept her rooted since her UT days.If you want an inside look at what it takes to break into the top 1% of Austin real estate, this conversation is packed with stories, lessons, and real-world insight.Watch the full episode to hear• How Leslie transitioned from teaching to real estate• The key mentors who guided her early career• Why relationships (even from her teaching days) still drive her business today• What it takes to build longevity in the hottest market in AmericaSubscribe to the Elite 25 Podcast for more interviews with Austin’s top agents and luxury market leaders.@elite25austin⁠www.elite25austin.com