HOA Insights: Common Sense for Common Areas

109 | Surviving HOA Board Burnout!


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Find out how to manage stress, avoid burnout, and keep your HOA board experience rewarding and sustainable!
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Serving on an HOA board is rewarding, but let’s face it, it can be EXTREMELY stressful. In this episode Robert and Julie examine how you can manage stress, avoid burnout, and stay engaged as a board member.  Learn to distinguish urgent from important tasks, how to prioritize effectively, and the value of delegation. Plus, see why strong communication strategies and personal time are key to long-term success! 


Chapters from Today's Episode:

00:00 Why is serving on an HOA board so stressful?

01:22 How does “always being on” drain board members emotionally?

03:15 What’s the difference between urgent and important tasks?

05:40 How can new board members manage overwhelming to-do lists?

08:20 What role does triage play in reducing board stress?

10:41 How can community managers help board members prioritize?

13:09 Why is delegation essential for preventing burnout?

15:30 How do board members manage community expectations?

18:02 How can strong communication strategies defuse stress?

20:40 Why do so many board members leave before their term ends?

23:12 How do self-care and personal time keep board members effective?

25:36 What are some creative ways to manage stress on the board?

30:02 Why is having a “North Star” so important for board success?

32:15 Final thoughts on managing stress while serving your community

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