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It's Easy to Seek Comfort in Food or Alcohol 

I’ve been there.

Busy property managers frequently encounter the challenge of succumbing to overeating or overdrinking at the close of each day. The demanding nature of our roles, coupled with the physical exhaustion from managing properties and addres...

Using Your Career As An Avoidance Tactic

Have you ever been told that you work too much?

Do you agree but aren't sure how to stop?

If so, it may be worth considering that you might be using your career as an avoidance tactic.

Sometimes, people who work a lot might be trying to avoid things in th...

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...

Property Managers Need Someone Who Understands

Have you ever tried to tell a friend or family member about your crazy day on site… and they just don’t get it? I feel you.

I remember I once told my boyfriend about my day when 56 cars were broken into overnight. His response was, “That doesn’t sound...

Do You Experience Office Drama?

Do you think Mean Girls are just a high school drama trope — those cliquey girls who love to boss everyone else around at the expense of productivity? Think again. Sadly, their bullying tactics don’t go away when high school is over. Many property managers have witne...

Why Your Reactions to Emotions are Important 

Property managers have a lot on their plate. Between managing budgets, payroll, and staff all while tending to tenants' needs and concerns, things can get overwhelming - fast! 

But there’s something else you need to factor in if you want to keep up wit...

Why Doesn't Taking Time Off Feel Good?

Being a property manager can be incredibly stressful, with property managers often sacrificing themselves and going above and beyond to keep their teams on track. But, too many property managers find themselves worrying about taking time off work, even when th...

Does Venting Help? 
If you're a property manager, chances are you've had to deal with your fair share of tenant problems. Maybe a pipe has burst, or there's been a break-in. Whatever the problem may be, it's important to remember that venting about it isn't going to solve anything. Instead, focus on ...

Feelings are Messy 

"Feelings are messy and they can get in the way of professional success." 

That's why so many managers try to push them aside and focus on logical decision-making instead. But here's the thing: ignoring your feelings is a huge mistake.

How to Use Feelings to Your Advantage 

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A Starting Fact and What It Means for You 

“In a study of consultants by Erin Reid, a professor at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, managers could not tell the difference between employees who actually worked 80 hours a week and those who just pretended to.” 

If you’re working more...

Overdoing it 

Are you standing in the way of your goals? 

Perhaps without even realizing it, you may be sabotaging your goals by “overdoing it.”

Stress can cause nasty overindulging habits like overworking, overanalyzing, overeating, overdrinking and over-scrolling. Overdoing it is a very natural...