Amber Dorsey shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Hi Amber, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
There’s nothing like pressing pause and getting lost in a new corner of the world. Traveling feeds my soul—it’s more than just the views (though those are chef’s kiss). It’s the chance to slow down, soak in different cultures, and reflect on this beautiful, wild journey I’m on. Every trip reminds me just how far I’ve come and how grateful I am for the hustle that got me here. Other cultures have mastered the art of savoring life—and I’m taking notes. Less rushing, more living
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Amber Dorsey—born and raised in Dallas, proud Frenchie mom, and the founder of the Dorsey DFW Realty Group, one of the top-performing real estate teams in North Texas. With a background in marketing and nearly a decade in the game, I don’t just help people buy homes—I help them leverage what they own and build real estate strategies that make sense for where they are and where they’re going.
My mission is to make homeownership feel realistic, especially for young professionals who might not see themselves in traditional real estate conversations. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling to upgrade, or figuring out how to tap into the equity you’ve built—I’m here to help you play the long game.
Right now, I’m focused on empowering buyers through events like “Girl, Buy the House” (for women ready to buy on their own terms), and helping clients moving to DFW through my relocation concierge service. Every move should be intentional—and my job is to help you make one that pays off.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
I once had a boss who told me I was capable of greatness—and I believed her. She saw something in me during my very first corporate job and encouraged me to move on, not because I wasn’t good at what I was doing, but because she knew I was built for more. She spoke life into me regularly, echoing the same values my parents had already poured into me: excellence, purpose, and light.
I still carry that conversation with me today. As an entrepreneur, some days can feel heavy—stressful, uncertain, even lonely. But when I reflect on that moment in her office, I’m reminded of exactly who I am. She told me never to be complacent, that I carried a light and power too valuable to let anyone dim. That stuck. And to this day, I protect that light fiercely.
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
One of the fears that’s held me back the most is the fear of failing publicly. Not just falling—but falling in front of people. For a long time, that fear kept me in safe zones, doing things I knew I could win at, instead of chasing the things that really stretched me. I worried that if I stepped out and it didn’t work, people would question my worth, my credibility… maybe even my calling.
And to keep it real—we all deal with imposter syndrome at some point. That voice that whispers, “Do I even belong in this room?” or “Why would they choose me?” It creeps in right when you’re about to level up. But I’ve learned to fight back with one question: Why NOT me?
I’ve put in the work. I’ve stayed consistent. I’ve walked through doors that weren’t even supposed to open for me—and still made something shake. So yes, I belong. Yes, I deserve it. And no, I won’t shrink.
If God brought me to the room, I’m showing up with my full light. Because I wasn’t built to play small—I was built to shift atmospheres.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Is the public version of you the real you?
Sometimes I ask myself that. The version people see on Instagram, in business meetings, leading my team, showing homes, flying city to city—that girl is polished, driven, and knows how to get it done. But she’s also layered.
The real me? She’s that same woman… but she also has moments of doubt. She cries when it gets overwhelming. She wrestles with comparison. She wonders if she’s doing enough, being enough, achieving enough. And yet—she still shows up.
So yeah, the public version is me. But she’s just one piece of the full picture. The real me is evolving, healing, growing—and learning to be okay with showing up fully, flaws and all. Because wholeness > perfection every single time.
I’m not perfect, and I never want to pretend to be. I try to share the not-so-pretty moments too. I may not always post the full weight of my struggles or explain the “why” behind them, but I do my best to show up as myself—100% of the time. That means being honest about the wins, the lessons, the pivots, and the pressure.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: Are you doing what you were born to do—or what you were told to do?
I always say… I think God bullied me into this space. But honestly? I know this is my calling.
When I first quit my job to go all-in on real estate, I’m not sure everyone around me understood the move. I come from a family of entrepreneurs—not the flashy, success-story kind—but the kind that did what they had to do just to get by. So, yeah… there was fear. Fear that I’d repeat the cycle. Fear that I’d fail in front of everyone. Fear that I’d bet on myself and come up short.
But God kept pushing me. Nudging me. Whispering reminders that I was in the right space—even when it was hard, even when I doubted it myself. And now, as I grow and start dreaming even bigger, I’m learning to be intentional about cutting out the noise. To make sure that whatever I do next is my move—not someone else’s vision, not someone else’s expectation.
Truthfully, I still move slower than I probably should sometimes… because fear can get loud. But my faith is louder. And despite the uncertainty, I know this: this is where I’m meant to be. This is the assignment. This is the lane.
I’m so grateful to take up space here—to serve, to lead, and to keep evolving.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.dorseydfwgroup.com
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