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It’s About Time!

Yesterday was Administrative Professionals Day -- a day to thank those that provide us administrative support in the workplace and make our lives easier.  We also have Veteran’s Day, Mother’s Day, Bosses Day and the list goes on and on with days designed to thank and remember those that “give Read More...
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If You Build It, They Will Come

We’ve recently seen a new trend in the development of master planned communities, where developers are coming up with some creative and different ways to entice owners to their communities.  One trend sweeping the United States is Urban Farming (also known as gardening); with the idea that anyone Read More...
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Hand Up?

Many of us have been taught the wisdom of a hand up versus a hand out.  One association in California has taken that to heart.  The association developed a community spirit team which helps owners who are facing fines and violations for deteriorating home conditions.  The team helps owners who ca Read More...
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Solar Panels Provide Big Savings

“We work consistently to enrich our community, building on the cooperative spirit we share together at Remington Post.  This includes learning new ways to increase energy efficiency, provide effective property management , and improve overall quality of life.”  Remington Post Condominiums loca Read More...
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How to Appeal to Generation Y?

It was bound to happen, the number of Generation Y homeowners (people born between 1978 and 1993) is beginning to outweigh Generation X and the Baby Boomer generation.  With Generation Y making up over 70 million people in the United States and an estimated 32% of those 70 million being homeowners, Read More...
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Think Globally, Act Locally

It seems as though every time I turn on the TV there are stories encouraging us to “go green” and conserve energy. From commercials highlighting the benefits of switching to LED light bulbs to installing high efficiency air conditioners, we are constantly reminded of the good each of us can do. Read More...
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If You Were Stranded on a Desert Island Would You Be Better Off On Your Own or With Someone?

Earlier this year I attended a class called Synergistic Decision Making.  We learned how groups that work effectively together make better decisions than even the most qualified individual.  We also learned how different views, when combined, lead to better solutions.  And we learned all of this Read More...
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Communication to Build Community

Communication is a critical factor in any situation, regardless of whether the situation is good or bad.  Communication not only informs the community of ongoing projects and issues, but also builds a "community" within your community.  See how the lack of good communication when a community is in Read More...
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Using Facebook and other Social Media to Foster Community

Community associations are turning to social media as another way to provide information, enhance neighborhood connections and build community in general. In his recent blog post, Side Streets blogger Bill Vogrin explores two communities that used Facebook in an attempt to promote their neighborhoo Read More...
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Spotlight on the Community Nomination Form

Do you manage or live in an association that deserves recognition because it has done something exceptional??  If so, please let us know about this association and maybe your community will be featured in our new monthly column “Spotlight on the Community”. Spotlight on the Community will debut Read More...

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