Christine King of CENTURY 21 Action Plus Realty
1333 New Road
Northfield, NJ 08225
Professional
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800.299.2129
Christine King
Thank you for taking the time to read a little bit about me and my journey.
I was raised by an incredible single mother and am the youngest of five children. Being
the "baby" of the family came with its own lessons?mostly about hard work, resilience, and hustle. My mom made sure we were always part of something productive. From babysitting to paper routes, we had the best services in Delaware County?and we were proud of it. She taught us early on that hard work always pays off. As I moved through school, I quickly learned that academics weren't quite my thing. But I?did?discover something else?my drive. I realized that if I wasn't going to be the smartest person in the room, I'd be the hardest worker.
That mindset led me to the hospitality industry, where everything clicked. My first job was at the Ramada Inn in Essington, Pennsylvania, working as a front desk agent. I loved it and quickly moved up to Food and Beverage Manager. From there, I set my sights higher and took a leap of faith by applying to Marriott.
That leap paid off?I landed the job and began my career as a Group Sales Manager. I was honored to achieve the Golden Circle every quarter and earn a place in the Chairman's Circle for multiple years. During that time, I experienced the greatest joy of my life?becoming a mom to my son, Zachary. I chose to shift gears in my career to be more present at home. That's when I joined Vista Convention Services, where I could still do what I love?connect with people?while being home after 5. I remember telling my boss ?I just can't sit at a desk and wait for the phone to ring. That's not who I am. I want to be out there finding the business.? It was at Vista that I met my husband, EJ. My sister Patti and my mom always said I had the ?gift of gab,? and they were right. I love people. I love meeting them, talking with them, connecting?and if I can, giving them a hug by the end of it.
That passion naturally led me to Real Estate. I found that same spark again?meeting new
people, hearing their stories, helping them through some of the most exciting (and sometimes stressful) moments in their lives. It reminds me of buying my first home, then my second, and eventually, finding our forever home. To me, the greatest success is this: putting the keys in your hands and knowing that behind those doors, you'll be building memories that will last a lifetime.
I was raised by an incredible single mother and am the youngest of five children. Being
the "baby" of the family came with its own lessons?mostly about hard work, resilience, and hustle. My mom made sure we were always part of something productive. From babysitting to paper routes, we had the best services in Delaware County?and we were proud of it. She taught us early on that hard work always pays off. As I moved through school, I quickly learned that academics weren't quite my thing. But I?did?discover something else?my drive. I realized that if I wasn't going to be the smartest person in the room, I'd be the hardest worker.
That mindset led me to the hospitality industry, where everything clicked. My first job was at the Ramada Inn in Essington, Pennsylvania, working as a front desk agent. I loved it and quickly moved up to Food and Beverage Manager. From there, I set my sights higher and took a leap of faith by applying to Marriott.
That leap paid off?I landed the job and began my career as a Group Sales Manager. I was honored to achieve the Golden Circle every quarter and earn a place in the Chairman's Circle for multiple years. During that time, I experienced the greatest joy of my life?becoming a mom to my son, Zachary. I chose to shift gears in my career to be more present at home. That's when I joined Vista Convention Services, where I could still do what I love?connect with people?while being home after 5. I remember telling my boss ?I just can't sit at a desk and wait for the phone to ring. That's not who I am. I want to be out there finding the business.? It was at Vista that I met my husband, EJ. My sister Patti and my mom always said I had the ?gift of gab,? and they were right. I love people. I love meeting them, talking with them, connecting?and if I can, giving them a hug by the end of it.
That passion naturally led me to Real Estate. I found that same spark again?meeting new
people, hearing their stories, helping them through some of the most exciting (and sometimes stressful) moments in their lives. It reminds me of buying my first home, then my second, and eventually, finding our forever home. To me, the greatest success is this: putting the keys in your hands and knowing that behind those doors, you'll be building memories that will last a lifetime.
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