I grew up with three other brothers in a very loving and typical nuclear family. My father worked hard building a successful machine shop while mom stayed at home taking care of all of us. Public school, church on Sundays and dinners around the table were normal routines for us. As a teenager in the 60’s, I didn’t know I was living the “California Dream.” I loved going to the beach, days at Disneyland, and hanging around Hollywood. Everything Brian Wilson sang about was in my backyard.
Dad had us working in his shop, earning our allowance money. I spent time there, learning the skills of his trade and how to work with different people. He’d take me on lunches with clients where I saw his salesmanship in action. He instilled a strong work ethic and solid values in me, with the joy of working hard and how you can achieve things from that. What impressed me the most was my parent’s devotion to each other. It was a great example for me to follow in my own married life. My wife Dee and I have been married now for 47 years.
Getting laid off was a shock but getting fired was worse. After Boeing, I eventually found a job with another aerospace company in southern California. I spent 5 years working as their number 2 guy. I went to work one morning, and the owner said this is when we part ways. Out of the blue I was fired. That was a major setback in my career and family’s life. I had to take a serious look at where I was going what I should do next. In August of 2011, I took one last stab at saving my career. I was so close to buying a small aerospace company but at the last minute, the deal fell apart. I thought losing this business was the worst day of my life, but it turned out to be the best.
Making the transition into real estate was easy for me. When I started, there were agents here that weren’t using computers yet. With my background in aerospace, I jumped into the business with the latest technology. I also attended many seminars and training courses with Craig Proctor. He’s internationally known as the rock star coach and one of the world’s most successful real estate agents. I applied all this knowledge, my experience as a salesman, and strong work ethic to start the DesertSmith Real Estate Group.
I’m not a hard-sell kind of guy! I’d rather lose business than be that way. I want clients to have confidence and trust in me above all else. I try to engage clients as a friend…take advantage of all I know about this market and give them honest advice. The lifestyle In the Coachella Valley is total relaxation. Part old Hollywood glory days, quiet neighborhoods, world class resorts, and restaurants. Over half of the homes here are second homes. People come here get away and the last thing they want is a lot of pressure when buying real estate.
If you or someone you know is looking for a real estate agent, I only ask that you give me a chance to discuss all your needs. The market here is changing and growing in different ways. The city is going through a metamorphous with vacation rentals and new zoning laws.
At the DesertSmith Real Estate Group, we have over 60 years of sales, marketing, and business management expertise. We’re ready to show you our unique approach. I’d like nothing more than an opportunity to schedule an interview with you.
Sincerely,
Randy Smith
Broker-Associate
Broker: HomeSmart Professionals
DRE Broker Number: 01912687
47060 Washington Street #5101, La Quinta, CA 92253