"I wanted to be a good representation for our association and also inspire other young Realtors® to keep going, especially when it's hard."

EVERY YEAR, the National Association of Realtors® features 30 young, rising real estate professionals in its REALTOR® Magazine as the “30 Under 30.”

Since the start of her career, Michelle Doherty, a Realtor® with RE/MAX Allegiance, had the goal of becoming a 30 Under 30 honoree. This year, her dream finally came true, but it didn’t happen overnight or without challenges. Her success was a result of hard work, sacrifice, community involvement, constant improvement and a positive mindset, she said. It’s no surprise then, why NAR chose Doherty as a member of the 2019 class of 30 under 30: REALTOR® Magazine editors dubbed this group “resilient.”

“I wanted to be a good representation for our association and also inspire other young Realtors® to keep going, especially when it’s hard, because this has not been an easy journey; it’s been one of ups and downs,” Doherty said.

It was her perseverance and positive mindset that got her to where she is today, Doherty said.

“Mindset is a daily task. It is like brushing your teeth; you have to work on it multiple times a day,” Doherty said. “I lead with gratitude. Even on days where it’s hard, I still find something to be grateful for.”

For Doherty, it’s also all about making lasting connections – connections with clients, the Realtor® association and the community.

“I really poured in and found the value of being involved at the local association level,” Doherty said. “That’s really where things started coming together for me.”

Doherty is chair of NVAR’s Young Professionals Network, vice-chair of the NV/RPAC Campaign Committee and is involved with Childhelp, a national charity that prevents the abuse and neglect of children. 

Her relationships with clients last long after closing day, whether she’s grabbing monthly lunches with them or even attending their family celebrations.

“I think we forget about the specialness of what we do. We are escorting people to the next chapter of their life – where they are going to be spending all their time with family. That’s hugely special, and you become their family,” she said.

Although Doherty is already looking forward and asking herself, ‘What’s next?’, she remains grateful for this latest achievement and the support she has received from her peers.

“It means more to me than I could ever fully express in tangible words,” Doherty said. “It’s beyond humbling to be considered a part of this community of amazing Realtors®.”