In today's our guest is Joka Daly, who shares her journey from growing up in China, studying in Japan, and moving to Western North Carolina with her American husband to pursue their passion for real estate.

Joka became a realtor with a vision to transform land into vibrant communities, driven by the belief that real estate shapes people's lives.

In this episode, we explore:

• The journey from a small town in China to the mega-city of Shanghai for university, and eventually to North Carolina for love.

• The shift from city life in Shanghai to a rural, mountain community in North Carolina, and the drastic differences in population and lifestyle.

• How witnessing land development impacted Joka’s decision to enter the real estate and construction industry to transform her career.

• The cultural shock of transitioning to a predominantly Caucasian small town and the difficulty in establishing a real estate business as an outsider.

• Joka's vision to create mixed-use communities, integrating residential and commercial spaces to foster a sense of community.

• A reflection on the importance of pursuing one’s own goals and passions, rather than conforming to societal or company-imposed expectations.

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