We recently connected with Nicole Rumbold and have shared our conversation below.
Nicole, so good to have you with us today. We’ve got so much planned, so let’s jump right into it. We live in such a diverse world, and in many ways the world is getting better and more understanding but it’s far from perfect. There are so many times where folks find themselves in rooms or situations where they are the only ones that look like them – that might mean being the only woman of color in the room or the only person who grew up in a certain environment etc. Can you talk to us about how you’ve managed to thrive even in situations where you were the only one in the room?
Always move forward even when you’re feeling 10 steps behind. Consistency is key. Always ask yourself, what is the problem and how can I solve it?
Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?
I am a full time realtor and small business owner. I love entrepreneurship! I have been in real estate for 5 years. I own a small business that is a photography studio and event space. We are expanding to the other side of the building and making it a venue that fits up to 72 people! We are really excited about this! The current space rents out by the hour to photographers and for small events.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
I think because I actually care about helping people, my communication skills and knowledge in the real estate industry has gotten me to where I am today. Something my mentor taught me in the beginning of my real estate career is to always stay professional because you never know who you will work with again. That has helped me in real estate and my small business.
How can folks who want to work with you connect?
I would love to find photographers/small business owners who are looking for a space to start out in for their business! We offer monthly memberships and would love to help!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.theecompany.org
- Instagram: www.instagram/theecompanymichigan
- Facebook: www.Facebook.com/theecompanymichigan
