At the 2025 Maintenance Maina on April 9, Executive Vice President Mark Williams announced a new annual award. The “Schell Cup” was named in honor of Ed Schell, long time Committee Chair and visionary of the Maintenance Mania program. “We are so honored to celebrate this truly... Continue Reading
Choosing a team is like choosing your circle of friends. Every group has a unique energy that makes them special. While friendships can come naturally at first, they take work to maintain, develop, and evolve—just like building a successful team. It’s not just about hiring the right... Continue Reading
In an industry as dynamic as multifamily housing, success isn’t just about knowing the market—it’s about continuously evolving. Whether you’re leasing your first unit, managing multiple properties, or leading a company, the best in this industry share one trait: intentional... Continue Reading
Property management can feel like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. Residents have urgent requests, vendors miss deadlines, and unexpected challenges pop up daily. In these moments, your inner voice can either help you stay steady, or knock you right off balance. A mental skill... Continue Reading
Team culture functions exactly like an ecosystem. As a manager, you directly influence the type of ecosystem you create. Multifamily leadership is hard. And what makes it harder is that leaders aren’t given a clear framework to develop and sustain an ideal team culture. But through trial... Continue Reading
Ryan Leak is a dynamic speaker, best-selling author, and strategic advisor renowned for his ability to inspire and transform individuals and organizations. As the CEO of a leadership development firm based in Dallas, Ryan and his team train over 30,000 leaders annually — from Fortune 500... Continue Reading
In a world where first impressions can shape opportunities, your personal brand is more than just a professional asset—it’s a reflection of your essence, values, and how you show up for yourself and others. Whether you’re advancing your career, pursuing personal goals, or... Continue Reading
What made a kid popular in school? This seemingly simple question was the focus of a fascinating study, and I recently posed it to a couple of people to see their responses. The answers I received were mostly predictable: "They were good-looking," "They played sports," or "They had money."... Continue Reading
What’s the first thought that comes to mind when you hear the word network? Is it, excitement that you get to go meet new people? Panic that it’s going to be another awkward experience where you hide against the wall trying to not talk to anyone? Or is it more nerdy, like cables... Continue Reading
At AMLI Residential, one of the most anticipated events of the year is the AAMD Chili Cook-Off. This time-honored tradition has become much more than just a fun competition; it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and camaraderie among our teams. For us at AMLI, theChili Cook-Off is... Continue Reading
By Alphonse Keasley In 2015, a report from McKinsey & Company found when an organization is run by a diverse management team, they experienced 35% more in financial returns above their industry mean. Additional studies on the impact of diverse management and teams over the last decade have... Continue Reading
Someone called me the “Ryan Seacrest” of Property Management the other day and I had to chuckle and agree with them. I have worked in so many different roles with so many different companies over my now 25-year career in the multi-family industry. Roles in Operations, Training,... Continue Reading
