Executive summary. To solve a problem, to tap an opportunity, one must discover the root causes and address those core issues. There are numerous untold stories in the manufactured housing industry. The common stories read and seen in mainstream news tend to leave the uninformed with the impression that manufactured home owners got …
Happy MH Owners? Good Professional Actors? Overlooked, “Honorable People” Read More »
“I have no comment on MHI’s legislative agenda.” – Ross Kinzler. “The [MHI] Urban Design Project didn’t have any lasting market effects.” – Ross Kinzler Priceless, direct quotes. Why Priceless? They are significant observations – and de facto admissions – by someone ‘defending’ MHI, and their ‘new class’ of manufactured homes. The …
Birth is a messy, painful process. In order for the joy of new life to occur, there is first blood, sweat, and tears. The same is true for our nation, and for the rebirth of our manufactured home industry. Billionaires and millionaires own and love their manufactured homes. From those of modest means, to the …
Where I come from – kids are taught 10 Commandments, and respect. Where I come from – faith, flag, and freedom aren’t words twisted to elect. Where I come from – a gentleman opens a lady’s door. Where I come from – dishonesty is something to abhor. Where I come from – people …
“There are thousands of professionals wise enough to be in the manufactured home industry, who have the noble intent of earning an honest living, by giving good service to the public and other professionals they serve.” – Soheyla Kovach. “Manufactured Home Industry Politics. Those who know say, “it’s complicated.” – Soheyla Kovach. Guys, do …
Manufactured Housing Industry Politics – Complicated Cross Currents, or April Fools? Read More »
There are news items that are interesting. Some industry news falls into the category of “important.” But you never know when a news item is “Don’t Miss It” – news or commentary that is so important to you and/or your location/operation, that you are ever-so glad you saw it – and when your competitor …
Stating the obvious: no matter how carefully a project is planned, something may still go wrong with it. No matter how great a product, service, company or person is, someone may still misunderstand. When misunderstanding takes hold – or something goes the wrong way – what does the motivated business professional do? Nothing, just accept …
Opportunity vs Reality – Insanity or Insanely Simple Read More »
We either define ourselves, or others will define us, often to our industry’s and homeowners’ detriment. People are entitled to their own opinion, but they’re not entitled to their own facts. The optimist doesn’t deny that rain is falling; rather, the optimist recognizes reality, grabs an umbrella and continues forward towards the goal. The optimist …
Defining, Refining Manufactured Homes and Systems-Built Housing Read More »
Before diving into our headline topic, for our non-manufactured housing professional audience, please note some fascinating news briefs on the Daily Business News (one of several examples, linked here, another shown below). The factory built/prefab/modular side of our coverage continues to be an important resource that includes, but has never been limited to, manufactured housing …
We don’t move toward something without moving away from something else. If a person’s goal is to have a reputation and legacy of excellence, but one is currently only average, what must be done? Answer: that pro must decide to leave mediocrity behind. Take the challenge to select the steps, talent and resources needed to …
