Meet Yona Simons | Real Estate Agent & Serial Entrepreneur
We had the good fortune of connecting with Yona Simons and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Yona, what role has risk played in your life or career?
During undergrad, I had the fortunate opportunity to meet a multi millionaire while working as a lifeguard at that Greenville aquatic center. This individual would swim every morning at 5 am. At the end of his daily sessions he would leave me with tips, these tips would vary based on the lesson he wanted to teach me. One particular morning, this man decided to tell me the three constant money makers in life: “ birth, homes, and death”. It was ironic because at the time I was coaching the swim team, teaching lessons and working at a child care center in between classes. Fast forward to post graduation where I obtained my first job as an Assistant Director of a child care center; Masters degree with a B-K licensure; all while taking my mother to chemotherapy every Friday. Subsequently, becoming my mothers caregiver and executive of her estate. Purchasing my first home on my own using the life insurance money my parents left. Life is sometimes the ultimate teacher. Unconsciously, the tip that man left me that morning became the blueprint to my success and my life. Without enduring these things, experiencing different obstacles throughout life, I would not be filled with the knowledge in which it takes to provide the services I do for others.
Once you make the decision to be your own boss, the only way to go is up. This doesn’t mean that you won’t have your fair share of obstacles along the way, cause you will, thousands of them.
With every obstacle comes a new lesson. Success has no timeline. However, with focus and dedication, anything is possible. Be careful how you speak to yourself, never know what’s going to happen.
What should our readers know about your business?
My business
Realtor, Radio Show/ Podcast Host, Childcare Expert, and Behavioral Health Professional
What sets me apart? Was it easy? Lesson Learned?
No matter how many times I get knocked down , I keep going. It doesn’t matter how many hours it takes, I will achieve the goal. In order to be successful in LIFE you need three things: Accountability, Reliability, and Honor. Nothing is ever easy but if your want it bad enough you will find the will to succeed. With every misstep a lesson was learned further guiding me into becoming the leader I am today.
What do I want the World to know about my brand?
Keeping it Real with Yona and Brighter Futures, LLP is all about inspiring others to empower themselves. It is an authentic movement that bridges the gap between creativity and entrepreneurship. As a Realtor, my goal is to educate my clients on the power of homeownership and assist them in securing generational wealth for their families.
If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Breakfast/Brunch:
– The Flying Biscuit : Raleigh, NC
– Its a Southern Thing: Durham, NC
– Tupelo Honey: Raleigh, NC
Lunch:
– Sabor latin Grill: Durham
– Cowbar Sushi bar and grill : North hills, Raleigh,NC
Dinner:
– Perrys Steakhouse
– Barcelona Wine Bar
Desert:
-Nantucket : Brier Creek
– Melanated Wine Bar
Late night chill:
– The Dankery: Durham
-Peace and Saint : Raleigh, NC
-Top Golf Raleigh, NC
Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I would like to first and foremost, thank God, my family and my ancestors, for all of the protection they have provided during this journey we call life. Secondly, I would like to shoutout the Queen of the East Cohort for all their support , guidance, fellowship over this past year that has helped boost success in my business and fostered personal growth as well. Lastly, I would like to thanks all of the avid listeners/ followers of the show (Keeping it Real with Yona) your loyalty and contributions mean everything and so much more!
Website: https://YonaSimons.lptrealty.com
Instagram: @yona_the_agent ; @Mz_simons; @Keepingitrealwithyona
Linkedin: http://linkedin.com/in/yona-simons-735baa10a
Image Credits
Brittany Blue – Paris Amir Photography
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