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"The best and most surprising lesson that I have learned is that anything can happen. You can't take anything for granted because what can happen, will happen– whether that's in life or in business," says Robert Nelson, president of Nelson Management Group.

"For the next generation, my advice would be to make a list of where you want to be in the next three, five or 10 years, and start backwards with what you will do to get there," says Keyvan Ghaytanchi, COO of BEB Capital.

"Be curious; find a mentor; ask for more work from the folks whom you admire," suggests Robert Byron, chairman, co-CEO and co-founder of Blue Vista Capital Management.

"It's really a dream to be able to do what you love, make a great living, and improve the city you live in. Life is short, so spending it doing something meaningful and fun is important," says Meg Epstein, CEO and founder of CA South.

"When you are truly passionate about your field and career, you will start to yearn for more…and that's when you find your greatest potential," states Naomi Ayala, co-founder of DMT Transact.

"Life is too short not to work with nice people," says Mike Ballard, co-founder of Camino Verde Group.

"Those who are obsessed and committed 24/7 and know their numbers very well will be successful in this industry," says James Curnin, CEO and founder of Clara Homes.

Professionals are enthusiastic about welcoming new individuals into the commercial real estate business.