Why you love what you do? I love working with my clients. To help and watch someone start a life in a new home is truly a humbling experience that I never take for granted.

What sets you apart from your competition? My business model is about quality not quantity, and I think my clients appreciate the honesty in that.

Best thing about 2021 was? Personally, it was my dad beating cancer. Professionally, it was the fact that 40 percent of my deals in 2021 came from repeat clients, and that is the highest form of a compliment to me.

Trends on the horizon? I see dark and moody colors, along with an emphasis on repurposing vintage furniture with supply chain issues the way they are.

Best advice you’ve given? Speak less, listen more.

Favorite mantra? I have all that I need.

Most looking forward to in 2022? I look forward every year to the new clients I will meet, from near and far, and the lifelong relationships I will build.

Briana Brandt Murray is with @properties in Hinsdale. For more information, call 630-294-7453 or visit brianabrandtmurray.com.