Margie Yohn’s Post

Is Tipping Your Staff Required This Holiday Season? 🤔 Tipping your staff during the holiday season is a common practice, but it's not mandatory. Whether or not to tip is a personal choice and completely up to you. No matter what you decide, remember that your staff works hard to provide you and your community a great service in keeping your building in order. And one way you can show your appreciation is by tipping and showing generosity! I covered everything on a recently uploaded a video on our YouTube channel about holiday tipping for this Christmas season. Check out the Full Video here! - https://lnkd.in/euc2Aj8J Thank you so much for the support and enjoy the holidays! 🎄 #holidayseason #tippingetiquette #thanksgiving #christmas #nyc

Holiday gatherings can be overwhelming for kids. ✨ Social stories are a simple way to prepare them for events like visiting Grandma’s for Christmas dinner! 🏡 Outline what to expect, who they’ll see, and fun activities ahead to ease anxiety and build confidence. #HolidayParenting #SocialStories #ParentingTips #FamilyHolidays #HolidayAnxiety #ParentingSupport

Holiday gatherings can be overwhelming for kids. ✨ Social stories are a simple way to prepare them for events like visiting Grandma’s for Christmas dinner! 🏡 Outline what to expect, who they’ll see, and fun activities ahead to ease anxiety and build confidence. #HolidayParenting #SocialStories #ParentingTips #FamilyHolidays #HolidayAnxiety #ParentingSupport

A simple question, but often hard to answer...what do I really want? I will helping people answer this question tomorrow at a free workshop at Lifework co-working space. Sign up using the link below and help distinguish between your SHOULDS and your WANTS.

🎄 The holiday decorations might be coming down, but here's a secret - these quieter days after Christmas are actually perfect for building lasting neighborhood connections. ✨ No elaborate plans needed. Some of the best community moments happen in these laid-back days between celebrations. 🏠 Want some simple ideas for connecting with your neighbors as we wrap up the season? 💫 I've shared my favorite approaches in my latest blog post. [Read More: Spreading Holiday Cheer - How to Build Community With Your Neighbors] 🔗 https://lnkd.in/esvF_PN5 CommunityBuilding #RealEstate #NeighborhoodConnection

Why would anyone host a party for 100 people? It’s not just about the fun (although there’s plenty of that). This past weekend, we threw our annual ugly sweater cookie and beer exchange christmas party—a house full of laughter, connection, and yes, a little chaos. It wasn’t easy. It wasn’t cheap. But it was worth every ounce of effort. Here’s why: Fostering community matters to me. In a world where life pulls us in different directions, creating moments that bring people together feels more important than ever. Memories are the ultimate investment for me. Parties like this are more than events—they’re milestones. People will remember the laughter, the cookies, and the shared moments long after the cleanup. Living intentionally isn’t always about minimizing for me. Sometimes, it’s about maximizing the things that align with your values. For me, that’s family, friends, and creating spaces for connection. Would I do it again? Absolutely. Because aligning my time, energy, and resources with what truly matters is the heart of intentional living. 👇 What’s one way you’ve invested in what matters most to you lately?

Next Thursday I get the chance to prompt people to ask themselves a very important question: WHAT DO I REALLY WANT? It's a question many people either: - Can't answer it for themselves but could answer it for others - Aren't actually aware they don't know the answer - Deliberately avoid thinking about because they're afraid of what they'll find It's a question layered with emotions, assumptions and conflicting ideas of self-worth. As a result, wading through the surface-level answers to the real truth can be REALLY HARD, especially if you do it alone. This workshop next week at Lifework co-working space is designed to help you do just that. If you're in the Bradford On Avon or Bath area, sign up and check out the amazing Life Work co-working space for the day. If you're not but find the question interesting nonetheless, why not make time to try and answer it?! #knowyourself #findyourplayground

Did you know, half a million older people in the UK can go five or six days without speaking to anyone? And the festive period can be particularly difficult for older people who live alone, without or far away from family and friends. Are you planning to host a festive event that’s suitable for an older person? If so, you can add your event to our free, online community Christmas directory to spread the word far and wide. Your event will help support older people who might be lonely or isolated, and give them a chance to connect with others during the festive period. Whether it’s your first event or you’re continuing a time-honoured tradition, add your event to our community Christmas directory. Listings are free and your event just needs to be happening in December and suitable for older people. Together, let’s create social connections at Christmas for older people across the UK 🧡: https://bit.ly/46ZRVCD

Did you know? When you join a loved one for Dry January, it’s more than just a gesture—it’s a ripple of support that helps them feel seen, valued, and encouraged. 🌊 Here are 6 ways you can be a Sober Ally: 1️⃣ Plan Sober-Friendly Outings Suggest activities like hiking, coffee dates, escape rooms, art classes, or movie nights that don’t center around alcohol. 2️⃣ Be Their Accountability Buddy Check in regularly, offer encouragement, and join them in Dry January to show solidarity. 3️⃣ Listen Without Judgment Be a safe space for them to share their experiences or challenges during the month. 4️⃣Avoid Offering Alcohol Be mindful of offering or consuming alcohol around them, especially in social settings. 5️⃣ Help Shift Social Plans Suggest alternatives to happy hours, like trivia nights or volunteer events, and normalize sober gatherings. 6️⃣ Focus on Meaningful Connection Spend time together in ways that strengthen your relationship—sometimes it’s about showing up, not what you’re doing. This Dry January, consider joining your loved ones in their journey—it’s a small step that makes a big impact. Let’s create a world where sober feels celebrated. #DryJanuarySupport #DryJanuary #Sobriety #SoberLiving #Recovery #TogetherWeThrive #EndTheStigma #SoberSupport #SoberCommunity #CommunityMatters  #SOBRsafeFamily #SOBRsafe #BehavioralHealth

💡 Residents who feel seen and valued are more likely to renew. Here’s how to strengthen those relationships: 1️⃣ Personal Touch: Greet residents by name and follow up on small personal details (e.g., “How’s your dog, Bella?”). 2️⃣ Proactive Care: Check in regularly—not just when they reach out. A quick, “How’s everything in your home?” can work wonders. 3️⃣ Celebrate Residents: A small gesture, like a birthday email or a lease anniversary card, makes a big impact. 4️⃣ Community Moments: Host simple events like coffee chats or trivia nights. A happy community = long-term residents! 💭 Think about what makes YOU feel appreciated where you live? #PropertyManagementProfessionals #LeasingAndRetention #ResidentRelations #MultifamilyHousing #RealEstateCareers #ProfessionalGrowth #LeasingExcellence #RetentionStrategies #BuildingConnections #ResidentSatisfaction #TeamworkInHousing #CareerInRealEstate #LeadershipInLeasing #PropertyManagementInsights #ResidentExperienceMatters