Jim Dusserre, Assistant Dean of Placement & Career Services at Chapman University, joins host Steven Ames to unpack the new economy of getting hired. One built on relationships, not resumes. Jim explains why referrals now drive most hiring decisions, how to build a personal brand that stands out when AI makes every resume look perfect, and why emotional intelligence still beats technical skill when it comes to being promoted. The conversation also covers Southern California's unique CRE opportunity in the industry rather than shrink it. Plus, his rapid-fire take on underrated career paths and best advise for young professionals just getting started.

Join us as James Breeze, Head of Industrial Research, Americas CBRE, shares insights into the dynamic US industrial and logistics market, covering recent trends, supply chain impacts, and future outlooks. Tune in to hear the research on the current dynamic shaping industrial real estate today.

What does it take to move from closing deals to building them? Real estate developer Jason Krotts traces his path from brokerage to ground-up development, sharing how he built a thriving industrial portfolio in Ontario, California, and why local relationships remain his most valuable asset.

Jason breaks down the market dynamics driving industrial demand, the realities of development risk, and how he evaluates future opportunities, offering practical lessons for anyone looking to build a lasting career in real estate.