How a 19-Year-Old Donovan Sponberg Sold Nine Homes in His First Year

In this episode, 19-year-old real estate agent Donovan Sponberg joins Bridget Stuart on The Inner Estate to share his journey from aspiring soccer player to rising star in real estate. Donovan opens up about starting young in the industry, the role mentorship played in shaping his career, and how he overcame family expectations to pursue his passion. He reflects on his first year—selling nine homes—and the lessons that taught him about professionalism, discipline, and the reality behind real estate success. Donovan also discusses his vision for the future: building a team, investing in property, and continuing to grow both personally and professionally. Episode Highlights How Donovan transitioned from soccer ambitions to a real estate career at 19 The mentorship experience that gave him a strong start Lessons learned from balancing family expectations and personal goals Why professionalism and appearance matter in business The realities of real estate versus what's seen on TV How he sold nine homes in his first year through discipline and focus The importance of setting client boundaries early Donovan's long-term goals: team building and real estate investment His advice for young agents entering the industry The impact of the 75 Hard challenge on his mindset and growth Mentioned in this episode: 75 hard by Andy Frisella The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy Brandon Mulrenin Youtube Channel @BrandonMulrenin Guest: Donovan Sponberg Donovan Sponberg is a licensed REALTOR® with Century 21 New Millennium based in Rockville, Maryland. Beginning his career at just 19, Donovan has quickly built a reputation for his professionalism, work ethic, and drive to succeed. His journey from aspiring athlete to thriving real estate agent reflects a deep commitment to growth, mentorship, and learning the business from the ground up. Donovan is passionate about helping clients achieve their goals while building a future grounded in real estate investment and leadership. Connect with Donovan: Century 21 New Millennium: www.c21nm.com/agents/donovan-sponberg Email: donovan@jeffwheatleyhomes.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/sponberg.realestate/ Facebook: Donovan Sponberg/ MD Realtor Host: Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she's known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. Connect with Bridget: Website: therealbridgetstuart.com Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart Facebook: @TheRealBridgetStuart Interested in being a guest on The Inner Estate? I would love to hear your story. You can view available dates and request to join the show here: calendly.com/bridgetstuart67/theinnerestatepodcast