Brian Faro grew up in Englewood, settling there at age four after moving from Toms River, NJ. His parents bought the Windjammer Resort, and Brian spent his childhood right on Lemon Bay, so that view’s always been part of his life. He’s lived here since 1987, aside from a short stint in Orlando. His family’s close-knit: an older brother, a younger sister, and his parents all still live nearby.
Brian and his wife, Rachel, are coming up on fifteen years of marriage and have been together for over two decades. Their triplet daughters are in seventh grade now, a busy house, no doubt. He co-owns Paradise Exclusive Real Estate and divides his days between running the brokerage, giving back to the community, and squeezing in time with family and friends. That balance isn’t easy, and work wins most of the hours.
Brian is also an author. He spent nearly five years drafting his book, Self-Inflicted Success, battling procrastination along the way. He finally wrapped it up and published it last year. The book focuses on building success in your life, anytime you need it, as long as you have the mindset and approach to make it happen.
What is your idea of perfect happiness?
Spending time with people I care about, both personally and professionally and putting my efforts into meaningful impact in my community and the world.
What is your greatest fear?
Losing loved ones. I wish we could all live forever.
What is the trait you most deplore in yourself?
My brain doesn’t stop, which takes away from laser focus on what’s needed most. I have to reel myself in and adjust my attention often.
What is the trait you most deplore in others?
Lack of accountability. No excuses.
Which living person do you most admire?
My dad. His work ethic, care for his family and ability to adapt and change in a second’s notice is something I truly admire.
What is your greatest extravagance?
Coming up with a thought or idea that isn’t really in my wheelhouse and then going down the rabbit hole of researching, exploring and trying to do what I can to see that it happens.
What do you consider the most overrated virtue?
“This is who I am”. The statement is often used when someone wants to seek acceptance of their faults. I feel we all have the ability to become better versions of ourselves and shouldn’t have a safety net of what’s comfortable for us, especially when it’s a trait that causes harm in one’s life and/or relationships.
What do you most dislike about your appearance?
I don’t like to be a dislike person. I’m happy with who I am and what I look like. But my second toe on my right foot is longer than my big toe and that sure would be nice to get fixed. LOL
Which words or phrases do you most overuse?
Always Assume Positive Intent. Perception.
Every edition, Englewood REVIEW spotlights someone who stands out in the community. We ask each person to tackle The Proust Questionnaire; a classic set of questions created by Marcel Proust, the French writer.
