Advice/Good Questions to ask for a potential job

[Arren W.]

Hello, not entirely sure if this is the correct forum or if allowed so please let me know if not (especially since this isn't directing tied to investing).

I have been trying to break into RE and trying to grow a network and meet with as many people as possible. A guy I know from college works for his brother's Multi-family investment company, we are grabbing coffee next week. I would just love some advice or good questions to ask when I meet with him. I am not expecting this to turn into a job opportunity but would also love to think of a way to inquire if they have any openings but to do so professionally. Any help is much appreciated!

[Kyle J. Cooper]

@Arren W.

Any good conversation will start with putting the focus on the other person. Ask him how he got his start and what helps keep him motivated. Ask him how he likes working professionally in real estate and also if he currently invests himself. Ask him what he likes and dislikes about the multifamily space and just show general interest in learning more about him and also the line of work that he's in. If he directs it back to you then just be real that you love learning about real estate and real estate investing. Mention Bigger Pockets as being a great resource for helping you get started. You'll find out real quickly the people who are passionate about real estate investing and the people who work in it professionally just for a paycheck. Hope this helps! Cheers!