What are the best condo managers really like? In my experience, they're world-class. After working with many condo managers over the past decade—both as a board director and now through my work with boards—I’ve seen firsthand how much difference a great manager makes....
I'm here with James Corkery, the vice president of CCC Number One. CCC Number One is celebrating their 50th anniversary. How cool is that? Here is what we talked about. The 50th Anniversary of CCC #1 How He Got Involved with the Board The Importance of a “Working...
Hi, I’m Pat Crosscombe, Founder and CEO of BoardSpace. You’ are listening to my podcast, the Sidelight: a series that explores the knowledge, history, and a little bit of the magic behind condo and not-for-profit boards. So, hi, it's Pat again. I'm here with Adam...
When I first joined my condo board, I flat-out refused to be the secretary. I knew taking minutes would be a headache, so I ran for president instead. During my time as president, I worked with recording secretaries whose performance ranged from excellent to barely...
Still wondering who’s responsible for what? If you live in a condo or sit on a board, chances are you’ve asked:“Isn’t that the Condo Manager’s job?” “Why can’t they just take care of everything?” You’re not alone. Many board members and owners are unsure where the...
Many board meetings get sidetracked by routine updates and items that don’t need discussion. If your meetings are running long and losing focus, there’s a simple solution: the consent agenda. Used correctly, a consent agenda can help your board save time, stay on...
An effective board meeting starts with a solid agenda. Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, condo board, or association, the agenda sets the tone, keeps discussions on track, and ensures meetings are focused and productive. Here’s how to build a board meeting agenda...
Condo #1: Building Harmony in High-Rise Living Hi, I’m Pat Crosscombe, Founder and CEO of BoardSpace. You’re listening to my very first podcast—a series that will explore the knowledge, history, and a little bit of the magic behind condo and not-for-profit boards. I...
Are your board meetings effective? If not, you're not alone. Many organizations struggle with poorly attended, lengthy, unproductive meetings that lack clear purpose and outcomes. It's time to transform your board meetings into effective sessions that drive results...
Condominiums are complex entities to manage, yet they are governed by elected directors who are not required to have any relevant expertise. Most new directors have no prior experience on a condo board. If a director has expertise pertinent to the condominium, it is...