2,161 - Leadership, Learning & Leveraging Data — Misty Haskins on Growth in Multifamily

In this episode of the Multifamily Collective, Mike Brewer sits down with Misty Haskins, a seasoned multifamily leader whose journey from leasing consultant to senior executive is rich with lessons about leadership, training, data mastery, and people-first culture.And, a special congratulations for the recent recognition from Multifamily Housing News as a Rising Star in Multifamily - https://www.multihousingnews.com/mhns-rising-stars-take-the-spotlight/ Misty opens up about her early career, navigating the shift from property management to asset-level strategy, and why being active in industry associations earlier would have accelerated her growth.Then she gets into what really makes her leadership stand out:- Leading with humor and humility because connection comes before correction- Tailoring leadership to the individual, not everyone responds to the same style- Listening as a leadership superpower, not just hearing, but understanding- Training that actually builds skills, the story behind her game‑changing Funnel Fridays initiativeMisty’s Funnel Fridays started as a way to help teams better use their CRM data — and became a company‑wide learning movement that boosted KPI understanding, strategy, and confidence. It’s a powerful reminder that data is only as good as the decisions it inspires.She also shares:- How personal challenges on the front lines shaped her empathy- Why servant leadership is a strength, not a soft skill- The mentors who shaped her, including her dad and a CEO she deeply admires- The importance of ambition, and how you can’t fake it- What’s next for her professionally and personally Whether you’re building teams, improving operations, or searching for broader impact, this conversation is packed with insights that will stick with you.Like, subscribe, and share if you believe multifamily leadership starts with both heart and strategy.MultifamilyCollective Blog: https://www.multifamilycollective.comThe Daily Collective Book: https://amzn.to/3YI6BDaSupport comes from: https://www.365connect.com/?utm_campaign=mmn