017 - Jason Kae - Decoding Multifamily

Unlocking Leadership Secrets in Multifamily: Insights with Jason Kae | Decoding Multifamily Podcast Dive into this special episode of Decoding Multifamily as we explore the journey and insights of Jason Kae, Director of Onboarding and Enablement at RealPage. Discover his unique path from stage actor to multifamily expert, and gain invaluable leadership tips to enhance your multifamily career. Welcome to Decoding Multifamily, powered by the Multifamily Media Network. In this episode, Paul Marks and Suzanne Hobson sit down with Jason Kae, Director of Onboarding and Enablement at RealPage, to discuss his multifamily journey, leadership principles, and his book, "Journey to a Rainforest Team Culture." With over 25 years of experience, Jason shares his insights on building strong team cultures, the importance of understanding employee engagement versus satisfaction, and his exciting upcoming projects. * Introduction to Jason Kae: From stage acting to multifamily * Leadership Journey: Key lessons and pivotal moments * Understanding Employee Engagement vs. Satisfaction: How to drive true engagement * Impactful Leadership: Daily practices for making a positive impact * Writing a Book: The process and inspiration behind "Journey to a Rainforest Team Culture" * Social Media's Role in Leadership and Culture: Navigating the positives and negatives * Future Projects: Upcoming training based on Jason's book Key Highlights: 00:00 - 01:04: Introduction by Paul Marks 01:04 - 02:28: Jason Kae's background and entry into multifamily 02:28 - 05:13: From leasing agent to property manager 05:13 - 08:11: Impactful daily leadership practices 08:11 - 11:43: Vulnerable leadership and its importance 11:43 - 13:50: Challenges of virtual and in-person leadership 13:50 - 18:08: Writing "Journey to a Rainforest Team Culture" 18:08 - 20:23: Differentiating employee engagement and satisfaction 20:23 - 23:27: Tips for young leaders 23:27 - 25:26: Influence of politics and social media on business culture 25:26 - 31:02: Addressing assumptions and fostering dialogue 31:02 - 33:54: Positive uses of social media 33:54 - 37:28: Upcoming projects and how to connect with Jason Kae Sponsored by Chadwell Supply, a leading provider of MRO supplies and solutions for the multifamily industry. Visit Chadwell Supply for more information. For more episodes and insights, visit MultifamilyMediaNetwork.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more invaluable insights and tips on leadership in the multifamily industry. Leave a comment below with your thoughts on how to build a strong team culture. Visit MultifamilyMediaNetwork.com for more episodes and resources.