Bruce Blomgren has been interview and
quoted in the following book:

2008 Edition The World of Luxury Real Estate, by Ralph Merritt Nedelkoff. Excerpts from Chapter 22. Gallery of Stars – some tips and advice from 25 of the very top Luxury Superstars in The Entire World! Their personal profiles and interviews:

Most very successful individuals have role models in their lives, and use the advice and inspiration of role models to take their businesses and their lives to even higher and higher levels.

The following is a selection of brief profiles and enlightening interviews with some of the most successful luxury and ultra-luxury real estate professionals in the entire world. Combined, they have sold approximately $10 Billion of real estate in the past five years. They know what works and what does not work for them in their local markets and in regard to their personal business styles. Each agent is a unique individual with a unique personality. By reading these profiles and interviews, you will notice some important reoccurring themes. Also, you will catch various glimpses into the Luxury Superstar Mindset—a mindset that is absolutely critical for success.

Each featured agent is either the top agent or one of the very top in his or her market. And of course, different markets have different prices, different quantities of luxury properties and different maximum potential. Each agent presented here excels in his or her luxury market. Some are officially classified as agents, meaning a solo practitioner with just one or two assistants, and others have built their own complete powerhouse teams. They are presented in random order, not by any implied stature relative to each other.

Each individual featured here is a truly amazing world-class Superstar in his or her own right. In addition, each is a genuinely wonderful individual, with the highest professional standards and commitment to their clients. They are some of the very brightest stars of our profession.

These agents should be an inspiration to everyone involved in luxury and ultra-luxury real estate. Their successes show us all what is possible. Their profound insights, taken from their vast experience in the luxury market, are invaluable. Take this opportunity to learn from them.

Superstar:
Bruce Blomgren

Company:
Dyson & Dyson Sotheby’s International Realty

Location:
Indian Wells/Palm Springs, California

Year started in real estate:
1975

Highest sales volume in any recent 12-month period: 
$110,000,000 in 2005

A major accomplishment:
• Ranked #33 in the top 50 Top Agents by volume in the nation in 2006 - Wall Street Journal.
• Top Producing Agent in the Palm Springs Desert area for the past 9 years.

Question: What is the single most important thing you have done to build your luxury business?

Bruce: I have created a large database of high-end clients and communicated with them on a regular basis. I work with friends and referrals from my clients.

Question: What advice would you give to a real estate agent who wants to build up their luxury business?

Bruce: Be Determined! Be Consistent! Follow through and do exactly what you say you will do. Always keep your word!

Question: What is most important in working with wealthy individuals?

Bruce: You have to be credible. You really have to know what you are talking about. And, respect their time.

Question: What do luxury buyers look for in an agent?

Bruce: Knowledge of the luxury market and complete integrity.

Question: What to luxury sellers look for in an agent?

Bruce: Knowledge of the luxury market. And knowledge of how to market their property with first-class standards and to get the job done.

Question: What is the most important thing to know about the luxury real estate market?