017 - Leasing, Leadership & Real-Life Lessons with Candice Manning

What does it really take to grow in the multifamily housing industry—from the leasing office to becoming a thought leader? In this powerful episode of The Real Spill, host Katie Spillers sits down with the dynamic Candice Manning, founder of the Leasing Training Academy, to unpack the heart of professional growth in property management.Candice shares her journey from an unexpected opportunity to becoming a passionate advocate for mentorship, soft skills training, and workforce development. With stories, insight, and a touch of culture, this conversation explores how intentional training and community connections can transform careers—and change the narrative of the entire industry. Whether you're just starting out or leading a team, you’ll walk away inspired, informed, and ready to level up.🔑 In this episode, we cover:-Why is mentorship the missing piece in many multifamily career journeys?-What soft skills and conflict resolution tools are essential for property management success?-The Leasing Training Academy uses AI to boost learning and retention across teams.-How community engagement and culture can elevate both careers and relationships.🎧 Ready to grow, lead, and advocate for change? Hit play now and get the real spill!📲 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with your team or a mentor who inspired you.📢 Click subscribe @MultifamilyMediaNetwork on YouTube and stay up to date with the latest insights from multifamily industry experts!🔗 Visit www.multifamilymedianetwork.com to sign up for our newsletter and explore a wealth of podcasts and blogs from today’s top leaders.#TheRealSpillPodcast #MultifamilyLeadership #PropertyManagement #SoftSkillsMatter #LeasingLife #WomenInMultifamily #MentorshipMatters #CareerGrowth #WorkforceDevelopment #NAA #LeasingTrainingAcademy #RealTalkRealEstate #CommunityImpact