Multifamily housing really IS a people business. Sure multifamily pros spend their days talking about floor plans, rents, notice to vacates, rent per square foot, ROI, capital expenses and more; but ultimately this business comes down to people. Think of all of the people you interact with in a work day:

• Residents
• Your supervisors
• Vendors
• Prospects
• Employees
• Owners
• Partners
• Co-workers

This list doesn't even include your spouse, partner, significant other, extended family, children, and friends!

I started my speaking company in 2011 based on the idea that "Winning with people truly is the heart of success" and after eight years, speaking nationally and working with amazing companies everywhere, I'm even more convinced that this is true! While I'm normally the one giving the people skills advise, today I am sharing with you the resources that have helped me-in the hope that they will help YOU!

Selected Key Resources

Daring Greatly by Brene Brown: Having great people skills begins with you understanding you! This book will help you do just that. Her work on vulnerability and authenticity is ground-breaking and has been life-changing for me. 

The Power of Understanding People by Dave Mitchell: Dave Mitchell is one of my favorite speakers! I first saw him speak in Denver and became an instant fan. As I started and developed my own speaking company he has been a trusted resource and supporter of mine, which I truly appreciate. In this book Dave will help you understand the main personality styles, in a way that is funny, engaging and educational. Dave's changed the way I looked at other people and myself. 

Winning With People by John Maxwell: John Maxwell is a noted leadership expert, but this book on relationships and communication is a must have! In typical Maxwell style he breaks down the elements of effective communication into simple and practical principles that will help you win with people. 

Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend: I first read this book during a season of my life when I had awful boundaries! This book helped me establish healthy boundaries in ways that honored both me and other people,  and still fostered connection. NOTE: The authors write this book from a faith-based point of view, so I wanted to be sure that you were aware of that. 

How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie: Yes, this is a classic. Yes, we all know about this book. Yes, the language and stories he can seem like they're from another time. This book is still relevant today. Perhaps even more so in this day of social media and instant communication!

Share Your Thoughts!

As you can tell I am passionate about people and helping people (like you!) connect with people in healthy, effective and productive ways! I'd be honored if you'd share if you've read the books I mentioned, what you thought of them, how they've helped you and what books you'd recommend! If you'd like more suggestions or have any questions about this topic, email me!

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