I Risked Everything to Build My Company. Four Years Later, Here's What I've Learned About Building Real, Lasting Success

When I first moved to the United States, my goal was simple: survive. I had no connections, little understanding of the system, and a burning desire to build something meaningful. At 33, I shared my journey here — how I used grit, education and a bit of luck to launch a real estate tech startup built on transparency .

Four years later, I'm still standing — but I've changed. So has my definition of success.

Today, I'm the founder and CEO of a growing real estate tech company based in New York City. But how I run my business — and how I live — looks completely different from when I started. I've learned that building something sustainable takes more than hustle. It requires alignment, clarity, and the courage to evolve.

These are the five lessons I wish I'd known sooner. They now form