As a “young” (translation “new”) Real Estate Consultant, I was introduced to a man whose passion for teaching and real estate led him to lead, free of charge, mentoring classes at Keller Williams.  I had the honor and privilege of being one of his mentees for six…yes, six…months…over 65+ hours in total (classroom time only), and it has made ALL THE DIFFERENCE (more later).He’s done this four times – that I know of (there might be more) and I have no idea how many mentees there have been in each of those four classes (affectionately called “Painter University”  or PU for short)! Not to mention one-on-one coaching sessions before and after classes…at all hours of day or night!Now, for that Difference, with a capital D:I feel David sitting on my shoulder every time I deal with customers or clients. I remember his words, I am grateful for his insistence that I understand contracts completely, learn techniques and/or practices, and know phrases/scripts he taught me that have and will make a difference in all phases of the real estate transaction.What all this instilled in me was a huge, huge sense of confidence. There is no way to put a price tag on this intangible gift. Since that training, I’ve sought his guidance on many issues. I’ve encouraged him to write a book of scripts because his words have such a way of building partnerships, of making others feel good, of helping you get what you want for your clients, with other agents or with your vendors without putting others down or making them feel bad. What a gift he has!He embodies the philosophies of win-win relationships, integrity, of being creative and putting customers first…and of giving back.You cannot do better having David as your coach, as your teacher…as your advisor…as your friend!” 

…you’re my hero.  Tara Pickens