From Family Business to Regional Powerhouse: Lessons from Jan Fite Miller
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(00:00) - - Welcome to Building Dallas: Meet Jan Fite Miller
(01:25) - - The Fite Family Legacy: Real Estate Since 1937
(03:58) - - Jan’s Early Years: Growing Up in the Business
(07:10) - - From Receptionist to Executive VP: Jan’s Career Journey
(11:42) - - Real Estate Then vs Now: How Dallas Has Changed
(15:08) - - Family Business Lessons: Siblings, Succession & Vision
(18:26) - - The Power of Training in Real Estate Success
(22:55) - - Women in Real Estate: Confidence, Influence & Voice
(26:34) - - Expanding Beyond Texas: The Oklahoma Move
(29:42) - - Why Real Estate Is Deeply Personal for Jan
(33:30) - - Integrity First: Ethics in a Competitive Market
(36:15) - - Urban Sprawl & Suburban Growth in DFW
(39:45) - - Advice to Agents: Trust, Grit, and Character
(42:58) - - Faith, Family & Doing the Right Thing
(45:03) - - Mentorship Moments: Learning from the Best
(48:20) - - When Age Meets Experience: Respecting Generational Wisdom
(51:55) - - How to Handle Criticism & Find Confidence
(54:47) - - Challenges Realtors Face in a Changing Market
(57:32) - - The Future of Homeownership in North Texas
(01:00:15) - - Jan’s Hope for the Next Generation of Leaders
(01:03:30) - - Closing Reflections & What Still Matters Most
