Name: Rebecca Batterman

Title: Director of Sales

Company: The Residences at W Fort Lauderdale

What was your first job in the realty industry? I started my career with The Related Group in an administrative role for a Boynton Beach project.

Where did you grow up? Suburbs in Philadelphia, PA

Growing up, what did you want to be? Growing up, I wanted to be a camp owner like my parents.

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed? I go to FlyWheel to spin.

If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why? Richard Brounstein because he has built such an iconic brand throughout so many industries and I admire that.

Where is your favorite place to hang out? The beach, I like to people watch!

What do you love most about the industry? Meeting new people and building relationships with them.

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents? I take a proactive approach with clients and colleagues, I always put the clients first.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job? Not having enough hours in the day.

Where do you go to network and meet new clients? Developer showcases as well as Las Olas Blvd.

What has been your greatest accomplishment? Working with The Related Group and advancing within four years from an administrative position to a director of sale position.

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read? Last good book I read was Radical Candor.

What is your favorite restaurant? Prime Italian

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Miami? Perez Art Museum (PAMM)

What kind of car do you drive? Audi SQ5

Smartphone or paper? Smartphone

What is your favorite city after Miami? Barcelona, Spain

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the industry? Always hustle, never stop prospecting, be proactive not reactive.

What’s your favorite real estate iPhone/Android app? DOCUSIGN

Who are your favorite people to follow on Twitter? If I used Twitter, I would follow Squawk Box.