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John Parsiani | The Long Game w/ Jay Roberts #33

The Long Game··30 August 2026·42 min

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Never miss an episode. Sign up for The Long Game newsletter at ProsperGroup.com.On this episode of **The Long Game**, Prosper Group CEO Jay Roberts sits down with John Parsiani, founder and CEO of Parsiani Real Estate**, a developer advisory firm behind some of South Florida’s largest luxury projects. John has personally closed more than **$1.6 billion in sales**, while his team has surpassed **$5 billion**.John shares his journey from fleeing Iran as a child and growing up in Sweden to building a career in Miami real estate. He explains how those early experiences shaped his mindset, resilience, and pursuit of the American dream.Jay and John discuss the **“Seal Team Six” approach** behind Parsiani Real Estate, why preparation and trust matter more than chasing transactions, and how putting relationships first helped John build a career in luxury development sales.John also tells the story of meeting **Marc Anthony** after a mysterious phone call and ultimately advising him *not* to buy a penthouse — despite having a major commission on the line — because it wasn’t the right property for him.The conversation also explores Miami’s transformation, personal development, Ferrari culture, material success, and why John believes **trust, relationships, and knowledge compound more than capital**.🎯 **TAKEAWAYS:**• How John built more than $1.6 billion in personal real estate sales• Why he built Parsiani Real Estate like a specialized “Seal Team Six”• Why preparation and trust are critical in real estate• The story behind John’s relationship with Marc Anthony• Why relationships matter more than short-term commissions• Why John believes Miami is still early in its growth• How mindset and self-development shaped his career• Why patience and long-term thinking are essential to successStay up to date with Jay Roberts:**Instagram:** @jayroberts**Website:** ProsperGroup.com