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

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