Shirley Foreman is an agent with Coldwell Banker United in Rice Military.

What was your first job in the realty industry?
Leasing leads from the property desk.

Where did you grow up?
Western Michigan.

What is your favorite free-time activity?
Spending time with my husband and neighbors.

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
Take a walk.

Growing up, what did you want to be?
An actress.

If you could have lunch with a well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
Nelson Mandela. He was able to put aside personal agendas and was instrumental in uniting a long-divided nation. I see him as a man who sees the big picture and acts to make it happen.

Where is your favorite place to hang out?
On the water.

What do you love most about the industry?
Meeting new people all the time.

How do you distinguish yourself from the crowd of agents?
I’m a hard worker and I try to make myself available as much as possible. I love working with people and it shows.

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
Staying focused on my long-term goals. Not getting caught up in “putting out fires.”

Where do you go to network and meet new clients?
Everywhere I go I network.

What has been your greatest accomplishment?
Family.

What was the last good movie you saw or book you read?
Lincoln.

What is your favorite restaurant?
Brio Tuscan Grille.

What kind of car do you drive?
Honda.

Smartphone or paper?
Smartphone.

What is your favorite city after Houston?
Chicago.

What is your advice for someone new to the industry?
Set goals. Work smart.

What’s your favorite Real Estate iPhone/ Blackberry app?
My Supra eKey.

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