All new team members receive a book titled Fish! by Stephen C. Lundin, Harry Paul, and John Christensen. We encourage everyone to incorporate some of the philosophies found in this book and apply them into your daily work life. Below is a quote from Stephen Lundin which sums up what I think is a Great Day at work. "As you enter this place of work please choose to make today a great day. Your colleagues, customers, team members, and you yourself will be thankful. Find ways to play. We can be serious about our work without being serious about ourselves. Stay focused in order to be present when your customers and team members most need you. And should you feel your energy lapsing, try this surefire remedy: Find someone who needs a helping hand, a word of support, or a good ear - and make their day." Will you make someone's day today?
Sincerely,
Taylor Franklin
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#1 Choose Your Attitude
 "I have taken so much away from FISH, it has taught me ways to not only improve my career life, but my personal life has forever been changed.
Being a single mother of three, I carry the weight of the world on my shoulders. I strive for something better every day for my family, reading FISH has reminded me to tap into the Talent, Confidence, & Courage that has always been inside. I've learned that in life you never know the struggle of those around you. You would be surprised the affect your story may have on those you come in contact with. If we could just be open & honest people would find it easier to relate and to be encouraged.
I CHOOSE to make this day and every day after a GREAT day. I CHOOSE to encourage those around me, and I CHOOSE to LOVE every minute of this life I have been blessed with. I hope you CHOOSE the same."
-Britni Blake, Leasing Specialist, The Pointe at Pickett Farm
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#2 Make Their Day
"Simple gestures of thoughtfulness, thanks and recognition make people feel appreciated and valued. When you make someone else feel good, you feel good too." Bill Harrington, VP Portfolio Manager, spent the day with members of his team at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va.
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#3 Play
"You can be serious about your work without taking yourself so seriously. Play is a mindset more than a specific activity. It allows you to throw yourself with enthusiasm and creativity into whatever you do." The Franklin Johnston Group sent four team members to the 2014 NAA Conference in Denver, CO. This was a great opportunity to expand our industry knowledge, network with peers and proudly represent our organization while adding a little fun in the mix!
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#4 Be There
"When people need you, they need all of you. Setting aside distractions and judgments to be fully present is a sign of respect." Members of The Franklin Johnston Group participated in the Run Walk for the Kids at Town Point Park to benefit the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters.
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Dr. John W. Baker, Jr. Memorial Golf Classic
Norfolk Collegiate presented the Dr. John W. Baker, Jr. Memorial Golf Classic last month at the Bayville Golf Club in Virginia Beach. This event raised over $20,000 to support the NCS Annual Fund and the Dr. John W. Baker, Jr. Memorial Scholarship. Our very own Charles Mixer, George Curtis, and Bill Harrington proudly represented The Franklin Johnston Group by participating in this great event.
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At The Franklin Johnston Group, our innovative team embraces excellence while creating communities which tell unique stories. We develop and manage with uncompromising standards. We value career growth earning the coveted reputation as a preferred employer. The Franklin Johnston Group, the future of apartment home living. |
Commitment -
Our passion is people!
Knowledge -
Learning empowers...ASK!
Teamwork -
Make something happen!
Character -
Work like no one is watching.
Communicate -
Honestly and respectfully.
Balance -
Enjoy life... |
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 The Pointe at Pickett Farm, our newest apartment community in Norfolk, offers spacious one, two and three bedroom apartment homes. When you make Pickett Farms your new home you can enjoy lounging by the pool, playing in the water park feature, exercising in the fitness center, or relaxing in our resident clubhouse. Come enjoy exceptional living at an exceptional value.
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Congratulations to the team at Crescent Place Apartments in Portsmouth, Va for receiving the School Volunteer Service Award in recognition of their commitment to investing in the future education of children with continued donations of school supplies throughout the year.
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"Words cannot express how overjoyed we are with receiving the washer! Thank you so so much! I will never forget your kindness and excellent customer service."
-Resident on Ashley Armstrong, Community Manager at The Abbey & The Devon
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Somerset Pointe Apartments in Gainesville, Va sponsored The Marauders team this Spring as part of the Greater Manassas Baseball League. In return, they received a nice plaque with the team picture as a thank you for their support.
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