🎉Unlocking the First 45

This month, Unlock Your Potential hit 45 published editions

That’s 45 editions of showing up - sharing insights, lessons, strategies, and stories for those of us in the trenches of commercial real estate leadership.

If you’ve been reading since Day 1: thank you.

If you just joined: welcome.

This is your blueprint for becoming a better leader in commercial real estate.

What We've Built Together

Since launching this newsletter, we’ve:

✅ Covered building systems, budget season, construction, AI tools, emergency response, and more

✅ Reached over 440 subscribers

✅ Sparked industry conversations in the comments, reposts, and DMs

✅ Built the foundation for a community of professionals who lead with clarity, consistency, and execution

A Breakdown of the First 45 Editions

To make it easy for you to catch up or revisit a favorite, here’s a look at the core themes we’ve explored:

🔧 Building Systems & Operations

• Mastering the Mechanical Room: A Deep Dive into HVAC Strategy

• Plumbing Pitfalls and Water Management Best Practices

• Common Commercial Building Systems and Equipment

• Smart Controls and BMS: From Reactive to Proactive

• Winter is Won in October

Why it matters: These editions help property managers transition from reactive to proactive and elevate operations across every square foot.

🧠 Leadership, Strategy & Mindset

• Raising the Standard: A CRE Manager’s Creed

• What I Wish I Knew in My First Year as a Property Manager

• Avoid Burnout – Control the Controllable

• Development Roadmap for Property Managers

• Strategic Planning for a High-Performance Year

Why it matters: The property manager of the future isn’t just a task master. They’re a leader. These editions help you think long-term, build trust, and scale with intent.

🚨 Emergency Preparedness & Risk Management

• Medical Emergency Response Framework

• Workplace Security Incident Playbook

• Water Loss Risk Management

• Crisis Leadership in CRE

• Business Continuity Planning: Sustaining Operations Amid Disaster

Why it matters: Every building is one call away from chaos. These frameworks help you lead under pressure and keep your team aligned when it matters most.

🤖 AI in Property Management

• AI in Property Ops Isn’t Optional Anymore

• Powerful & Underused AI Prompts for PMs

• The Rise of the Operator: Why CRE Needs Builders

Why it matters: The game has changed. Operators who harness AI today will lead the industry tomorrow. These editions are your entry point.

🏛️ Foundations, Trends & Tenant Engagement

• A Brief History of Building Codes

• What Will CRE Look Like in 2030?

• Trunk or Treat: Hosting a Successful Tenant Event

• Budget Planning Guide for CRE Property Managers

• Why City Planning Is Your Business

Why it matters: Understanding the landscape - past, present, and future helps us operate with context, not just checklists.

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🏆 Most Loved Editions (Based on Reactions & Comments)

If you're new here - start with these. They’ll shift how you think and operate.

🔥 Budget Planning Guide – 25 reactions, 15 comments

🎃 Trunk or Treat – 26 reactions, lots of reshares

💬 Hidden Impact of Property Management – Resonated deeply with leaders

📚 What I Wish I Knew… – Sent to countless new team members

🧠 History of CRE – A timeless primer for professionals entering the field

How You Can Support This Mission

This newsletter is free, but it’s built with a mission: To raise the standard of execution and leadership in commercial real estate.

If it’s helped you or your team:

1. Forward it to a peer or team member

2. Comment on your favorite edition

3. Let me know what you want to see next

About the Author

Hi, I’m Matt Faupel - Founder of FaupelX and a passionate advocate for unlocking potential in commercial real estate and beyond. Through this newsletter, I share insights, strategies, and tools to help you lead, grow, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

At FaupelX, we’re building the next generation of AI-powered resources for property managers, owners, and industry leaders - because the future belongs to those who prepare for it today.

If you found this edition valuable, I’d love for you to share it with a colleague, join the conversation, and stay connected for future insights, tools, and opportunities. Your growth is my mission and together, we can raise the standard of what’s possible.

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Let’s unlock our full potential and build something extraordinary.