Podcast

Overcoming Cancer to Thrive in Property Management With Kerol Dunne

Have you ever wondered if it’s too late to switch careers or start something completely new?

Perhaps you’re considering a career in property management or need some encouragement to embark on a new venture.

If you’re curious about starting a new career later in life, want to learn how to balance work with life’s challenges, need motivation to overcome obstacles, or simply seek tips on managing tenants and property, then you won’t want to miss our inspiring guest in this episode!

I chat with Kerol Dunne, a Property Manager for Star Realty Qld, who is committed to providing an excellent Property Management experience for both landlords and tenants.

Kerol made a fresh start in property management after battling and overcoming serious health challenges, including ovarian cancer.

Her resilience, dedication, and passion for helping others shine through in her story, making this episode both inspiring and insightful for anyone considering a career change, particularly into the world of property management.

 “I think if you surround yourself with those positive people around you and you’ve got, everybody showing you how much love they have for you,  why would you want to leave?”

— Kerol Dunne

In this episode we explore:

  • Kerol’s inspiring professional in various business ventures
  • Her diagnosis with Ovarian Cancer, her road to recovery and how she’s overcome it
  • How she joined her daughter’s Real Estate business and completed a property management course in her late 50’s
  • How she overcame learning challenges affected by chemotherapy and how having persistence and a willingness to learn  can lead to success in any career
  • What she loves about property management from finding tenants the perfect home to the satisfaction of seeing a property well taken care of, and building relationships with tenants
  • How the language barrier with some tenants can make property management tricky, and shares her methods for overcoming it
  • Why communication is key and the importance of keeping the lines of communication open, including making phone calls to resolve issues faster.
  • Her unique advice for those thinking to enter the property management industry and the need for strong communication skills in person and over the phone


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