The Weekly Take from CBRE

Updated: 14 Apr 2025 • 250 episodes
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What matters most right now in Commercial Real Estate. Business leaders join economic, industry and subject matter experts to share their distinct views and latest thinking. The Weekly Take is hosted by Spencer Levy, CBRE’s Senior Economic Advisor and Global Client Strategist. More at cbre.com/TheWeeklyTakeWhat matters most right now in Commercial Real Estate. Business leaders join economic, industry and subject matter experts to share their distinct views and latest thinking. The Weekly Take is hosted by Spencer Levy, CBRE’s Senior Economic Advisor and Global Client Strategist. More at cbre.com/TheWeeklyTake

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Stories are what make information memorable and communications more impactful. Author and business consultant Esther Choy discusses business storytelling, emphasizing how engaging narratives can be more persuasive and increase connections with audiences. Share these insights on how to use storytelling to improve the im

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Wharton organizational psychologist and New York Times-bestselling author Adam Grant shares insights on making better business decisions, fostering innovation and how your personal "challenge network” can lead to superior products and delight your customers. Share these insights on how to be a successful leader:   1.  

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Manulife’s Jessica Harrison and CBRE’s Kevin Aussef join us from the CBRE Investor Symposium, where they highlight investment opportunities, particularly in alternative asset classes. Share these insights:   -     Market Momentum: Real estate capital markets are gaining momentum, as the gap between buyer and seller exp

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We explore Chicago's vibrant real estate scene with CIBC’s Karen Case and CBRE’s Lisa Konieczka. They discuss market dynamics, Fulton Market's emergence and transformation, and ongoing capital markets challenges and opportunities. Share these insights about Chicago real estate:   -     The Big Split: Chicago's office m

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Two self-storage experts—Merit Hill Capital’s Liz Schlesinger and CBRE’s Nick Walker—discuss the sector's strong long-term fundamentals and near-term challenges facing this resilient asset class, including a tepid housing market. Share these insights about the self-storage industry fundamentals:  Operators understand t

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Ray Washburne is an accomplished investor with an eclectic portfolio that spans shopping centers, restaurants, energy and more. Washburne offers a unique perspective on market trends, Investment opportunities and the the evolution of cities. RetailUnique Identity Wins: Local restaurants and regional brand dining experi

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