How a 19-Year-Old Sold Nine Homes in His First Year | Donovan Sponberg on The Inner Estate

At just 19 years old, REALTOR® Donovan Sponberg sold nine homes in his first year and he’s just getting started. In this episode of The Inner Estate, host Bridget Stuart dives into Donovan’s inspiring story, from leaving behind soccer dreams to building a thriving real estate career.

Donovan shares the mindset, mentorship, and discipline that helped him stand out in a competitive market plus what he learned about professionalism, boundaries, and real estate reality vs. TV glamour. If you are a new agent, entrepreneur, or someone chasing a dream, this episode will inspire you to start where you are and grow with purpose.

Mentioned in this episode:
75 Hard by Andy Frisella
The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
Brandon Mulrenin YouTube Channel @BrandonMulrenin

👤 Guest: Donovan Sponberg
Century 21 New Millennium – Rockville, MD
www.c21nm.com/agents/donovan-sponberg
📧 [email protected]

🎙️ Host: Bridget Ann Stuart
Executive Real Estate Coach | Host of The Inner Estate
therealbridgetstuart.com
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to a Young Real Estate Prodigy
02:49 The Journey Begins: From Soccer Dreams to Real Estate
05:42 Internship Insights: Learning from the Best
08:36 Facing Family Expectations and Overcoming Doubts
11:13 Building Professionalism: The Importance of Appearance
14:08 First Year Success: Achievements and Challenges
16:52 Realities of Real Estate: Expectations vs. Reality
19:49 The Art of Pre-Qualifying Clients
22:26 Future Aspirations: Building a Team and Investing
25:07 Advice for Young Aspirants: The Importance of Mentorship
27:57 The Impact of 75 Hard on Personal Growth
30:47 Conclusion: Embracing the Journey Ahead