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As a high school guidance counselor, Carol Korizek-McKenzie helped thousands of students navi gate one of life's most daunting journeys: choosing a career and preparing to join the work force.
In her newest career as a real estate agent, she's guiding clients through another of life's significant decisions: buying or selling a home.
As careers go, real estate and education appear to be about as compatible as Brussels sprouts and milk chocolate. Contrary to what one might think, both jobs require many of the same skills, KorizekMcKenzie says.
"As a teacher or guidance counselor, you have to take time to listen to the student," she said, "That's crucial in real estate, too. People tell you what they need, and you have to listen to what they're saying."
Both professions require people who can solve problems and pay careful attention to detail, Konzek-McKenzie said. In many ways, a first-time home buyer isn't much different from a high school student. Sometimes they need a shoulder to cry on or a gentle nudge to help make a decision, she said.
Korizek-McKenzie joined Montana Real Estate Brokers last year after...