Episode 27: Benjamin Schanzer of Norman Bobrow
From Broker's Angle by Hal Coopersmith, Esq.
January 15, 2026 · 27 min · Episode 27
About this episode
Hal Coopersmith interviews Benjamin Schanzer about transitioning from retail to office leasing and the essential elements of success in commercial real estate.
On this episode of Brokers Angle , Hal Coopersmith sits down with Benjamin Schanzer of Norman Bobrow to talk about making the leap from retail to office leasing, the realities of cold calling, and why brokerage is ultimately a people business. Benjamin shares how mentorship, market knowledge, patience, and genuine connection shape successful deals, and why setting expectations early is everything. A candid conversation on growth, grit, and what it really takes to build a lasting career in commercial real estate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Hal Coopersmith
Guest: Benjamin Schanzer
Topics covered
- retail leasing
- office leasing
- cold calling
- brokerage
- mentorship
- market knowledge
- commercial real estate
Keywords
- growth
- grit
- career building
- successful deals
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