Thanksgiving 2017
Thanksgiving 2017 We are grateful to work with a fantastic group of Melrose team members, Board members, vendors, business partners and talented industry contacts. Wishing a very Happy Thanksgiving to the Melrose family!
Public Speaking in HOAs
Public Speaking in HOAs If you are faced with a public speaking engagement, like an HOA meeting, that you feel less than confident about, one of the best favors you can do for yourself is to prepare! When you come into a meeting prepared and informed to cover the meeting agenda and the topics you’ll be discussing, you’ll be inherently more confident....
Happy Halloween
Wishing all of our Melrose families a very Happy Halloween!
Identifying Your Setbacks
Identifying Your Setbacks If you’re experiencing setbacks on your way to success, one of the most beneficial actions you can take for yourself is to analyze what’s holding you back. Is the timing wrong? Are you financially in the right place to make your goal happen? Have you lost sight of what your goal was...
Ask Jack: The Role of Vendor Relationships Post Natural Disaster
Ask Jack: The Role of Vendor Relationships Post Natural Disaster After a historic storm like Hurricane Irma, we are reminded just how important our firm’s strong vendor relationships are for the communities that we manage. While there are always going to be lawns that need mowed or pools that need to be swept, the arrival of a hurricane...
Perspective Taking and Decision Making
Perspective Taking and Decision Making Effective leadership isn’t always about sole decision making; sometimes it involves simply taking the time to sit down and listen. I’ve discussed thoughtful listening in the past, and the idea that as a leader you’ll be well suited to hear out your team members and to speak with your team genuinely. When you...
Hurricane Irma Debris Removal Information – Orange County
This article originally appeared on the Orange County Florida Government website. While it is specific to Orange County, the helpful tips are applicable to residents across all of Florida. I hope that our Melrose homeowners benefit from this pertinent information in the wake of the historic storm. Hurricane Irma Debris Removal Information As Orange County continues recovery efforts after...
Ask Jack: When Should We Turn To Professional HOA Management?
Professional HOA Management vs. Self-Management Homeowners’ Association Management, more commonly referred to as HOA Management, exists in a few common forms. Some Associations get along well with self-management, meaning that the Board takes care of all Association matters without hiring outside contractors. Others (typically larger or more complex Associations) turn to professional management. Generally speaking, professional management refers...
Educating Your Clients
The Importance of Educating Your Clients Don’t just speak to your customers, take the time to educate them. If you want to keep your clients happy, be sure to educate them on what it is you do and what they can expect from you! This translates to many professions, but here’s a relevant example for...
Outlook is Everything
Outlook is Everything Here is an interesting piece about how negative thoughts can permeate and affect many facets of our lives. The author points out that, in medicine, the negative presentation of an event or therapy can potentially lead to more negative outcomes — she refers to this as the “nocebo effect”. As a leader, you...