by Hazel Siff | Sep 26, 2023 | CAI, Community Associations
As rewarding as community association management can be, the career path also faces high rates of burnout, depression, and mental health issues. How can managers learn to handle both the workload and mental health? Start by creating a completely different level of awareness.
by Hazel Siff | Sep 19, 2023 | CAI, Community Associations
Community association board members and managers frequently practice diffusing tension and communicating clearly. Today, they also need to prepare safety and security plans in the event of hostile and dangerous behavior. Though worst-case scenarios are rare, in an increasingly uncertain climate, a renewed focus has been placed on safeguarding residents, volunteers, and employees.
by Hazel Siff | Sep 1, 2023 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations
The past few weeks have brought multiple natural disasters to several parts of the U.S. Last week, tropical storm Hilary’s unprecedented landfall brought powerful winds and heavy rains, reminding community association leaders to evaluate their disaster preparations.
by Hazel Siff | Jul 14, 2023 | Advocacy, CAI
Community associations need to prepare for electric vehicles as more drivers bring them home and expect to plug in. Board members and managers can plan to either provide charging stations as an amenity or offer residents guidelines to install their own.
by Hazel Siff, Joni Lucas | May 19, 2023 | Annual Conference, CAI, Events
Day three of the 2023 CAI Annual Conference and Exposition: Community NOW introduced attendees to a multitude of education sessions to motivate and prepare. Topics ranged from EV charging strategies, to charting a course post-Surfside, to covering your assets, and more.