Austin Wojciechowski

FEATURED AGENT

STORY BY DAVE DANIELSON | PHOTOS BY JJHOMES PHOTOGRAPHY

FOR ALL THE RIGHT REASONS

Leaders come in different forms, but one of the sure signs of leadership is a sense of integrity and straightforward passion that drives what they do.

That’s the feeling you get when you meet Austin Wojciechowski.

As a REALTOR® with Oak and Sage Realty, Austin makes a powerful impact on those around him… and it’s easy to see that he carries out his work for all the right reasons.

“I love the people that I have the opportunity to meet and work with. My goal is not to focus on the money. I focus on the people and making sure their needs are met. When that happens, I know that then the money will come,” Austin says. 

“My philosophy is we are in a service industry and what we’re meant to do as a fiduciary is to meet their best needs regardless of what that means for our bottom line. The natural outcome is a level of success and monetary success, as well.”

Rewarding Path in Life

Prior to beginning his adventure in real estate, Austin gained a world of experience while taking a different path in life.

“I grew up on a ranch near a small town in Texas,” he says. “My graduating class in high school was 19 students, and we were one of the larger classes in the school.”

As he came of age, Austin carried a strong love for the rodeo with him. In fact, he traveled around the country taking part in rodeos. My dad was, and still is, in thoroughbred racing.

When Austin was 17 years old, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting. In the process, he developed a growing career that also encompassed producing, writing and directing. 

“While I was there, I met my wife. In time, we decided that we were ready for a change of pace,” Austin says. “We had extended family here. Plus, we knew there was a lot of production happening in Oklahoma. In fact, we filmed a movie here in 2019.”

A New Door Opens

It wasn’t long before COVID-19 swept across the nation, in turn shutting down film production efforts. When that happened, Austin was ready for a change of pace.

“My mom, Cindy, has been a Broker in Florida through time,” Austin says. 

“And she had just opened an office in Ocala. During that time, she said, ‘I’ve been telling you about real estate and how I think you would be very good as a REALTOR®.’ I told her that she was right.”

Rapid Rise

Austin immediately dove in and earned his license in just two and a half weeks. That was just the start. In fact, as he hit the ground running with Keller Williams, he recorded his first transaction, closing it within three weeks of earning his license.

His skyrocketing trajectory continued. By the end of his first year, he recorded $10 million in sales volume. Then he went on to increase that during his second year.

Around a year ago, Austin talked with his mom and convinced her to get her Broker’s license in Oklahoma, as well. 

“In turn, we opened a branch of her brokerage here. That has been an awesome experience,” Austin emphasizes. 

“I love having the opportunity to grow the family brand. It’s been an enriching experience on that front, as well being able to work together.”

Signs of Success

There have been plenty of signs of success for Austin. In fact, he has recorded nearly $25 million in sales volume during his first two years, representing nearly 70 transactions.

“It has been a fantastic experience. With the volume of business that has happened during the past couple of years, I feel like I’ve gotten about eight years of experience compressed into two,” Austin says with a smile.

Along the way, Austin has enjoyed the experience of serving as a Team Lead and mentor for the growing team of five Agents. 

“If you put one foot in front of the other and treat what you’re doing in real estate like a business, you will be successful,” he says. “I am motivated and enriched by pouring into others. It’s rewarding being able to provide that for other people and facilitate their success.” 

Family Foundation

Away from work, Austin treasures time spent with his family, including his wife, Gatlin, and their 1-year-old twins, Smith and Lively.

In his free time, Austin and Gatlin look forward to time on their 60-acre ranch that is rich with a wide range of animals, including alpacas, donkeys, horses, dogs, chickens and bunnies. They have a growing passion for playing pickleball, too. Austin and his family are guided by faith in their lives. In turn, their membership at BattleCreek Church is very fulfilling for them. 

Giving back is a central part of life for Austin and his family, as well. They take part in community efforts through their church, including working with Care Portal… a local group that meets various needs in the community. 

“People can anonymously post what their needs are. Our church has really leaned in heavily to providing for those needs,” Austin says. “I think we are called to reach outward to meet the needs of others.”

Authentic Impact

Indeed, Austin makes an authentic impact in the world. In turn, he leads with kindness, generosity, integrity and authenticity.

“Daily, the clients I’m working with drive me. When I enter a relationship with someone, I’m committing to taking care of their needs,” Austin says with a smile. “I am motivated to do my best work for them. I take that very seriously.”

Clearly, Austin makes a powerful impact on those around him… and he does it for all the right reasons.