Episode 135: Will Noftsinger, Yacht Broker from Miami, Florida

Show Description:

Will Noftsinger (@yachtslinger) is a yacht/superyacht broker from Miami, Florida. Operating under Denison Yachting, he brings 8 years of experience to the yacht industry. After pursuing a career in technology sales, Will utilized his genuine passions for boats and the water to deliver a passionate focus to help his clients find the yacht of their dreams.

In this interview, Will talks about his motivation to enter the yacht industry, how he has had to pivot and overcome obstacles during the pandemic, and key strategies and advice for entrepreneurs and anybody looking to make a professional change.

You can learn more about Will at https://www.denisonyachtsales.com/2017/05/will-noftsinger-miami-florida-yacht-broker/.

Show Highlights:

3:15-14:45: Will discusses his professional background and his motivation to become a yacht broker.
14:45-35:00: Will explains how the yacht industry has had to pivot during the pandemic, what yacht shows look like, and what the sales cycle looks like for boats.
35:00-43:45: Will talks about the biggest obstacle to overcome as a yacht broker, and he describes how he can cultivate relationships with all types of clientele.
43:45-55:45: Will discusses how he and his wife successfully work alongside together professionally, balancing work and play, and the essential life lesson he has taken away from sales.
55:45-1:04:45: Will uncovers the side of selling yachts that most people don't see, and he talks about his most significant areas of improvement.
1:04:45-1:23:15: Will gives his final advice to entrepreneurs, and he highlights how he wants to be remembered when it's all said and done.