Navigating Technology and Strategy in Real Estate Adventures - EP 56

🚀 In this episode of The Adventures of a Real Estate Broker, host Daniel Berger reconnects with longtime friend and fraternity brother Mark Douglas Osborn, a business strategist with over 30 years of global leadership experience. They discuss the intersection of technology and strategic thinking, staying fresh in a long-standing career, and the importance of lifelong friendships. Mark shares anecdotes from his global career at SAP and his experiences with different cultures. They also touch on the impact of AI, technology adoption, and the evolving landscape of real estate. Mark draws fascinating parallels between fly fishing and strategic thinking, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement and adapting to change.

🎧 Hosted by:
Daniel Berger
👤 Guest:
🏡 Mark Douglas Osborn – Global Strategy Leader & Technology Advisor

Mark Douglas Osborn is the CEO of Clarity Forge, LLC, where he advises technology companies and private equity firms on market strategy, differentiation, and go-to-market execution. He previously spent 18 years at SAP, most recently as Global Vice President of Innovation, Business Development & Strategy for Consumer Industries, leading initiatives that shaped global growth and innovation. Mark holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis and an MBA from the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ How to stay fresh in a long career during rapid tech change
✔️ Why introverts thrive in strategic roles
✔️ The truth about AI, early adopters & the innovation curve
✔️ What global work teaches you about culture & communication
✔️ How fly fishing can explain business strategy

🎮 Watch now for expert insights!

⏳ Timestamps (Click to Jump!)
📌00:00 Intro
📌00:33 Welcome to the Show: Introducing Mark Osborne
📌01:07 The Role of Technology and Strategic Thinking
📌04:19 Social Media and Personal Preferences
📌09:02 Investment Strategies and Financial Insights
📌14:03 Fly Fishing and Strategic Thinking
📌18:32 The Value of Lifelong Friendships and Global Connections
📌21:59 Cultural Norms and Funny Work Stories
📌26:52 Technology Adoption in Real Estate
📌34:03 AI and Personal Touch in Real Estate
📌36:19 Amazon's Evolution and AI Challenges
📌39:18 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

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