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December 2, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
The Role of Email in Condominium Operations: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Best Practices
Email has become an indispensable communication tool in condominium operations. However, as with any tool, its effectiveness depends on how it is used. In this blog we will explore the advantages and disadvantages of email and provide tips for its proper use in the context of condominium management.
October 27, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Creating Civil Relationships
In the last two blogs, I talked about the importance of civility in our communities and what factors can create incivility. In this blog we’ll look at some key strategies that can help create mutual respect, understanding and effective communication that will foster more civil relationships.
September 29, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Factors That Create Incivility
In the previous blog, we talked about the importance of civility in creating a respectful, cooperative, and peaceful community. In this blog we look at factors that can influence civility and ways that condo communities can create a civil environment.
September 5, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
The Importance of Civility in our Communities
There are increasing incidents of incivility in everyday life. If left unchecked, this lack of civility can create a very unpleasant dysfunctional community. In this blog we will look at what civility is and why is it important.
August 12, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Fostering a Pleasant and Cohesive Condominium Community
The environment you have significantly impacts people’s living experiences and consequently their behaviours. Is your condo community a good environment? Can it be better? A condominium corporation can undertake various initiatives to foster a pleasant and cohesive community.
July 24, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Using Digital Communication Effectively
In our digital world of today, effective electronic communication in a condominium corporation is crucial for smooth operations and fostering a sense of community among residents. If used wisely and help is provided to those who require it, a condominium corporation can produce an effective communication strategy.
June 30, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Succession Planning for Condo Board Directors
Many boards face the challenge of getting successors to replace them. Many boards have no succession plan often resulting in a scramble to get someone to run or requiring the same people to continue in office. There is a better way.
June 7, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Effective Meeting Strategies
In today’s world we are inundated with meetings, many of which are poorly run, waste time and don’t accomplish much. Having a productive meeting involves careful planning, clear communication, and efficient time management. In this post we will look at some steps and tips to ensure your meetings are effective.
May 27, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
How to persuade owners to accept a board proposal
Persuading condominium owners to accept proposals from the board, especially ones that involve large capital expenditures, requires a combination of clear communication, addressing concerns, and demonstrating the benefits. In this blog we look at some effective strategies.
April 8, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Time Management Techniques
Effective time management is crucial for productivity and achieving goals. How do you manage your time? If you, like most people, are struggling to focus your attention and allocate your time appropriately, read the article for assistance with some proven effective techniques.
March 4, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Expectations of Condominium Owners
While our previous blogs emphasized the benefits of board membership. Equally concerning is the lack of engagement from many owners in the operation of their condominium corporation. However, there are several expectations every corporation has of its owners.
February 8, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Why Serve on a Condominium Board
It is a responsibility of all condominium owners to invest some time and effort in ensuring the corporation is run effectively and efficiently. One such way to contribute is to be a board member. Not only do you gain a better understanding of the business, but there are other benefits.
January 26, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Editor
Author: Editor
Getting Owners to Run for the Board
Let’s face it. Getting owners to put their names forward to run in an election for the Board is often extremely difficult especially in today’s busy world. It can be discouraging and even disheartening. How can we encourage owners to run in a board election?
January 2, 2024 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
The Property Manager and the Board
The management of a Condominium Corporation is a complex matter dealing with long-term strategies and day-to-day operations. Some corporations may choose to self-manage; others choose to hire a property manager to handle daily operations and advise the Board on long-term strategies.
November 29, 2023 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Board Development as a Team
In developing the Board as an effective team, I draw your attention to the Tuckman Team Development Model, also known as the Forming-Storming-Norming-Performing model, that was proposed by psychologist Bruce Tuckman in 1965. The model describes the stages that teams go through as they develop and mature.
October 30, 2023 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy and Dan Campbell
Author: Michael Kennedy and Dan Campbell
Condominium Boards and Due Diligence
After we published the blog on the qualities and attributes of an effective board director, a question was raised about due diligence. It’s a good question and worthy of an answer, so here is a blog on due diligence.
October 14, 2023 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Qualities and Attributes of an Effective Board Director
In a past blog we talked about the responsibilities of the Board but in this blog we take a look at what makes an effective director. A good Condominium Board Director plays a crucial role in the effective governance and management of a condominium community.
October 1, 2023 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Answers to questions on condo fees
We received two questions on condo fees regarding limits and appeals to the setting of fees. Read further for the answers.
August 28, 2023 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy
Dealing with Interpersonal Conflict
Dealing with interpersonal conflict can be challenging, but it is an essential skill for maintaining healthy relationships, whether they are personal or professional. There are some steps you can take to effectively manage and resolve interpersonal conflicts.
August 21, 2023 - Blog Post
Author: Michael Kennedy
Author: Michael Kennedy