Advice for Business Success: John Semcken, III, Vice President, Majestic Realty

Attendees just loved the January 28 presentation by Keynote John Semcken. He graciously shared stories about his career from his role as a Navy pilot to a film advisor to when he first entered commercial real estate and eventually went to work for Ed Roski at Majestic Realty. A career of three people at least, John Semcken seems to have followed a few very good rules for success that he shared with our sold-out crowd:

1. Learn to be comfortable in front of large groups. He encouraged public speaking and a willingness to get in front of people to talk with passion.

2. Never stop learning. John shared that he is a constant student.

3. Never be afraid to recommend something, even if others may doubt you.

4. If something interests you, make a business of it. Never give up.

5. Don’t just follow a need to be wealthy. John followed his desire to provide for his family first, everything else followed.

6. Look to the long-term opportunity rather than always jumping for the short term gain. Many of his greatest experiences and accomplishments were years in the making.