In this episode of the Texas Land Guys Podcast, hosts Tim and Tom Dosch sit down once again with partner David Marshall for a deep dive into the grit and tenacity that fuel exceptional land brokerage. Drawing direct parallels between youth sports and business, they explore how these qualities, combined with discipline, relentless practice, and resilience, form the training ground for navigating the long and complex deals that define their industry, especially during seasons of uncertainty such as the Great Financial Crisis and COVID.
Through real experiences and hard-earned lessons, the team breaks down why natural talent alone is never enough. Mastery comes from repetition, coaching, uncomfortable drills, and reducing every skill to its smallest components, whether you are throwing a forty five yard pass or determining land value under pressure. They offer a clear picture of what grit looks like in a field where deals take months or years to mature, setbacks are inevitable, and the brokers who win are the ones who stay consistent.
Tim, Tom, and David also share the heart level motivations that shape their approach: serving land owning families with honesty, humility, and a long term perspective. They reflect on losing listings they worked hard for, the patience required in multi year follow ups, and why integrity ultimately protects you in ways hustle never can.
Whether you are new to the business or a seasoned land professional, this episode offers grounded wisdom on perseverance, character, and staying faithful to the craft.
Key Takeaways
Success in land brokerage is a marathon, not a sprint, requiring long-term endurance.
Grit is the ability to withstand adversity, while tenacity is the daily, consistent pursuit of your goals.
Early failure and hearing "no" are invaluable teachers that build resilience for the long haul.
Your motivation must be serving the client's best interest, not just closing a deal for a fee.
A team-based model fosters healthy grit and tenacity by removing the desperate pressure of individual survival.
Consistency in your work ethic, much like in athletic training, is what separates the good from the elite.
Being willing to advise a client not to sell is a powerful testament to your integrity and builds lasting trust.
Values like humility are critical to ensuring your drive remains healthy and others-focused.
In This Episode:
[00:00] Introduction to Texas Land Guys Podcast
[06:08] Life updates: football, select softball, and coaching their kids
[08:39] Softball vs. baseball & family memories
[12:50] Work ethic of top performers like Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Tom Brady
[16:14] Why land deals take long and why grit matters
[17:37] Defining tenacity vs grit in the land business
[19:22] Why brokers hear "no" more often than "yes"
[23:40] Losing a listing after doing everything right
[26:44] Endurance: the hidden ingredient behind multiyear success
[28:13] Making client needs, not fees, the top priority
[30:16] Lessons from The Motive and healthy leadership
[33:02] Advising clients honestly, even when it costs you
[34:06] Seeing transactions from the landowner's perspective
[35:41] Why team-based brokerage creates better results
[39:17] The Golden Rule in brokerage
[40:25] The difference between real honesty and lip service
[41:15] Final reflections on grit, markets, and staying in the fight
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David Marshall
Tom Dosch
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