From Zero to Success: George Smith Motivates RESA Members to Dream Bigger

On Thursday, October 2nd, RESA had the privilege of hosting George Smith, President of Smith Commercial Property Group, for an inspiring session at FIU. George shared his real story of how he started in the commercial real estate world with no connections, no roadmap, and plenty of obstacles along the way. Through perseverance, mindset, and passion, he managed to build a successful career from the ground up.

He spoke about the challenges that come with entering the industry, the rejections that taught him valuable lessons, and the key wins that changed the direction of his life. George reminded students that every big dream starts small and that success is built through consistency and hard work, not shortcuts. His message resonated deeply with attendees who saw firsthand how determination and vision can turn setbacks into opportunities.

Members walked away motivated and ready to take action toward their own goals in real estate. The event highlighted what RESA is all about: connecting students with professionals who have been in their shoes and proving that it’s possible to carve your own path in this competitive business. A huge thank-you to George Smith for sharing his journey and encouraging us to keep pushing forward, no matter where we start.