Professional Profile: Tim Rizzo, 2014

Name: Tim Rizzo Title: Sales Agent Company: Halstead Property Development Marketing Location: New York, N.Y. Birthplace: California Education: Bachelor of arts, University of California, Berkeley First job outside of real estate: Bloomberg News First job in real estate or allied field: Sold within a pre-construction, 302-unit, 43-story high-rise condominium tower. What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? I am currently selling at 540West, also known as 540 West 49th St., Hell's Kitchen's newest luxury condominium community. It's an amazing project with ample amenities. How do you unwind from a busy day in real estate? I like to walk home through the city, taking in all the sights and energy Manhattan has from one distinct neighborhood to the next. This gives me an appreciation for living and working in the greatest city in the world. Favorite book or author: David Sedaris Favorite movie: "Casino Royale" Last song you purchased/downloaded? "All of Me" by John Legend One word to describe your work environment: Enthusiastic Rules to live by in business: Don't be afraid to tell a client what they don't want to hear. It saves time and they will thank you for it later. And, above all, know your product inside and out. If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead) who would it be and where would you go? Joan Rivers, at her amazing Manhattan apartment. Wouldn't that be great? What is your dream job? I have always had an appreciation for design and architecture, which is perhaps why I love selling real estate in New York.