I started a real estate brokerage at 26 and am nearing $1 billion in deals. I have no work-life balance and still knock on doors.

Jordan Karp, a 30-year-old real estate brokerage founder and CEO, launched his own brokerage at the age of 26 and has nearly reached $1 billion in transaction volume. Karp's work is non-stop, even during his off-hours, as he goes above and beyond for his clients by providing 24/7 availability. He works with celebrities, high-net-worth clients, and other business professionals, often meeting them in various locations, such as restaurants, boats, and padel courts.

Karp's dynamic nature allows him to adapt to each client's preferences, whether it be in the office, on the water, or at a property. He takes clients on boats to showcase properties and is available to them at any hour of the day, often taking calls at odd hours like 3 a.m. Karp's work-life balance is deeply integrated, as he lives and works simultaneously.

His days often overlap with workouts, where he reflects on properties and addresses while running. Karp takes door-knocking seriously, recognizing that discomfort can lead to growth and building connections with clients through persistence and providing value.