Top Dates in August: August 4th: National Night Out August 7th: International Beer Day August 17th: Cupcake Day Also happening: Kids are headed BACK TO SCHOOL

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Give your models a serious inspection. Are they show-ready? Does the paint need a touch-up? Is it time for a new scent?

Having a soft heart in a cruel world is courage, not weakness.

Depositing late rent payments? Visit a couple of businesses with outreach materials on the way.

Get crafty with your balloon display. We are loving the ideas here: http://www.brit.co/diy-balloon-projects/

The secret of getting ahead is getting started. -Agatha Christie

Life is short. Smile while you have teeth:)

AUGUST 2015

Follow up with your local schools. Could you host a PTA event? Are there other events you could sponsor?

Can’t leave the office for outreach? Get creative with your Craigslist posts and pictures!

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At the end of the day your feet should be dirty, your hair should be messy and your eyes should be sparkly. It’s summertime!

Order a banner that reads “We LOVE Teachers! Thanks for all you do!” This will make them smile.

Remind your team that it’s Drive-Thru Thursday and EVERYONE should do outreach marketing on the go today!

“If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun.” We couldn’t agree more Miss Katherine Hepburn.

Visit three nearby schools while the kids aren’t there! Teachers and faculty are setting up. Bring in goodies!

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Visit three schools outside of your area. Bring goodies and introduce your community to the staff.

Add a little pizzazz to your refreshments! Could you offer flavored water with basil, mint or fruit?

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Finish the month of August with a little team pow wow. Go out to lunch or bring in snacks and review your month’s successes.

Do you look good online? In print? Follow up on all your advertisements (even the free ones) to make sure all of your info is correct.

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Don’t forget to outreach at Montessori schools, private schools and admin offices!

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Host an event at your community before the kids go back to school.

CUPCAKE DAY Hand out cupcakes to your residents just because! Sometimes we all need dessert first!

“I like my money right where I can see it. In my closet.” -Carrie Bradshaw We couldn’t agree more. Time to go shopping!

INTERNATIONAL BEER DAY Host a craft beer happy hour at the end of the work day!

Walk into your leasing office and see it through the eyes of your prospect. What’s your TRUE first impression?

Running any personal errands at lunch? Don’t let the day pass you by without marketing to at least ONE location!

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