Pros
DeLeon Realty truly was a positive experience. I was fortunate to have joined the organization in 2014 when there was incredible growth and I was also fortunate to have been given multiple opportunities to move around within the organization in various roles. For the most part, I felt valued as an employee. Expectations are very high from Executive Leadership but totally understandable because it's normal practice for Executive Leadership to put in 6 or 7 day work weeks. I enjoyed the different challenges and I was rewarded for my efforts. The secret to being successful within the organization is to demonstrate a willingness to learn and to demonstrate flexibility. My experience with Executive Leadership was that if I had an issue, I was always welcome to present it but to present it eloquently with possible solutions. The people I worked with more closely were fantastic and we collaborated well. Even post employment with DeLeon Realty, I am fortunate to still be friends with and maintain solid relationships with many of my former colleagues. When I made the decision to leave, Ken and Michael were both very understanding of my circumstances. I was asked to stay and when I politely declined, they allowed me to bow out quietly and gracefully on my terms.
Cons
Having a work/life balance can be tricky during the busy seasons. There were some individuals who loved to gossip but that unfortunately is normal within any organization. Turnover is high but I believe that can be easily corrected.