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How To Be Intentional About Your Goals 

When we set our sights on big goals, it’s not necessarily the goal itself that needs our attention: it’s all of the skills that we’ll inevitably need that we need to focus on. Doing things we’ve never done before will require us to try things we’ve never trie...

A Trick To Stay Focused On Your Goals 

It's the beginning of the year - which means it's New Year's Resolution time!

We know that time is of the essence and with all the responsibilities that come with managing properties, it can be difficult to prioritize personal goals.

So, we wanted to make a ...

What You Can Learn From A Water Leak

I love a great analogy. 

Imagine a tenant calls you and says, “there's water coming in from my ceiling.”  In many cases, the tenant assumes that the water is coming from the same place in the unit above them. But anyone who has been in property management long ...

Experiencing a Breakthrough 

So… you’ve had a breakthrough? Now what!?

As a follow-up to last week’s episode, we want to prepare you for your post-breakthrough process. 

Experiencing a breakthrough and/or an epiphany can be a beautiful process. It can also be a challenging one.

What You Can Expe...

Is Perfectionism Is A Positive Trait?

I remember in a job interview, I told the interviewer that I was a perfectionist. I thought it was an admirable trait. 

Do you strive for perfection in everything you do? Do you feel like failure is not an option and anything less than perfect is unacceptable?...

Have Patience With Your Team

It takes time and effort to teach your team new skills.

As a leader, it’s important to be patient with your employees as they learn new skills. Teaching is a process and it often requires trial and error (and lots of gritting your teeth!) before your employees catch on...

It's No Better at the Top 

Have you progressed up the property management ladder only to find - it’s no better at the top? 

You may feel like the burden of responsibility has become heavier now that you've advanced higher in property management. You're now dealing with more complex decisions and l...

High-Achieving Property Managers Tend to "Do It All" 

“I know I could teach my team how to do this - but it’s just faster if I do it myself.”

Have you said this? 

Property managers often struggle to find the time to get everything done. It doesn’t help that they often feel that no one can do it a...

What is Unconcious Competence? 

Have you ever met someone who is really good at something - and they don't even know it?

Have you ever considered that that person might be you? 

Oftentimes, we get so good at a particular skill that we’re no longer aware of it. Sadly, this can result in additional...

Embracing Challenges Can Promote Growth 

Are you feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities and thinking you can't possibly handle one more challenge? Well, get ready, because we're about to prove that embracing new challenges could be exactly what you need to break out of your rut and reach new hei...

Use Your Imagination to Reach Your Goals 

In the ever-changing world of property management, it can be difficult to find the motivation and energy to consistently reach your challenging goals while navigating the barrage of daily tasks. However, there is a secret weapon that many successful propert...

The Nature of Property Management 

You’re a property manager which means… you have a lot on your plate. 

You’re responsible for maintaining buildings, handling tenant issues, and keeping up with the ever-changing laws and regulations. 

It's no wonder that many property managers feel overwhelmed a...