Matthew Thibeault

CENTURY 21 Curran & Oberski

Photo by Stylish Detroit

Age:

20

Number of Years in Real Estate:

1.5

Why did you decide to get into real estate?

When I was 16, I met with Adam Oberski and a few top-producing agents at the company to learn about the business. They all shared how many opportunities there were, so it was a no-brainer. Soon after I turned 18, I got licensed, and the rest is history.

What does success mean to you?

My definition of success is pursuing my full potential and never settling for less.

What are you most excited about in your life right now?

I’m most excited about growing my business in 2021.

What do you do to stay grounded/ centered/sane?

I focus on what I can control and exercise daily to compete in endurance events with friends.

When are you at your best?

I am at my best in the mornings when there are minimal distractions.

How did your challenges shape who you are today?

In every challenge I faced, I learned a lesson and improved. Each transaction is different and requires unique skills to overcome the obstacles that arise.

What drives or motivates you?

I’m motivated by sports cars and by knowing that people have high expectations of me, so I can’t let them down.

Who has helped you get where you are today?

My broker Adam Oberski and multiple top agents at CENTURY 21 Curran & Oberski who are constantly pushing me to be the best that I can be.

As a 2021 Best-in-Class honoree, what are your words of wisdom for the next generation of real estate agents?

Stay persistent and constantly improve your skillset.

FAST FACTS & FAVORITES

Bucket list item?

Owning a garage at the M1 Concourse

Guilty pleasure?

Spending a day watching movies

Most influential “teacher” or mentor in real estate?

Adam Oberski

If you wrote a book about yourself, what would you call it?

“The Top 3 Things To Avoid as a Real Estate Agent”

If you could have a two-hour conversation with one person, dead or alive, who would it be?

Ed Mylett

Something you can’t live without?

YouTube

What is your theme song for life?

“Ballin” by Logic

Habit you want to shake?

Unconsciously browsing social media

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Business owner

Saying or expression that you probably say too often?

“Give me one more minute.”

Something you loved doing as a kid that you still love doing as an adult?

Traveling

Favorite podcast?

“Real AF” with Andy Frisella

Favorite movie?

“Transformers”

Favorite school subject?

Math

Matthew Thibeault - Best-in-Class Honoree