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## [The Power of Togetherness](https://blog.sior.com/the-power-of-togetherness)

Connection. It’s a powerful word because it’s an incredibly influential part of our lives. We crave it in our personal interactions and depend on it in\[..\]

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 08/12/2021

## [In Commercial Real Estate, Preparation Is King](https://blog.sior.com/in-commercial-real-estate-preparation-is-king)

Written by Robert Thornburgh, SIOR. Reprinted with permission from [Commercial Property Executive](https://www.commercialsearch.com/news/in-commercial-real-estate-preparation-is-king/).

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 06/21/2021

## [Mentorship Offers an Express Ticket to Success — and a More Inclusive Industry](https://blog.sior.com/mentorship-offers-an-express-ticket-to-success-and-a-more-inclusive-industry)

*Written by Patricia Loveall, SIOR, and Reprinted with Permission from Commercial Observer.*

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 06/07/2021

## [Connect the Dots to Grow Your Network](https://blog.sior.com/connect-the-dots-to-grow-your-network)

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## [Joining Forces for Good](https://blog.sior.com/joining-forces-for-good)

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 05/25/2021

## [Mentorship Key to Development for Young CRE Professionals](https://blog.sior.com/mentorship-key-to-development-for-young-cre-professionals)

*Written by Robert Thornburgh, SIOR, and Reprinted with Permission from YEP Global.*

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 05/13/2021

## [Connect Media Q&A with SIOR CEO Robert Thornburgh: “Standing Still is Never a Successful Strategy”](https://blog.sior.com/connect-media-qa-with-sior-ceo-robert-thornburgh-standing-still-is-never-a-successful-strategy)

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 05/11/2021

## [Working with Buyers of Storm-Damaged Properties](https://blog.sior.com/working-with-buyers-of-storm-damaged-properties)

Despite some of the economic turmoil that has resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic, the private, residential real estate market has been relatively steady.\[..\]

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 05/05/2021

## [The Pandemic Pivot](https://blog.sior.com/the-pandemic-pivot)

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a threat like no other in our lifetimes with over 22 million people infected, millions more unemployed, and draconian\[..\]

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## [Unoccupied Buildings: COVID’S Impact on Office Tenants & Usage of Their Buildings](https://blog.sior.com/unoccupied-buildings-covids-impact-on-office-tenants-usage-of-their-buildings)

#### Avoiding risks when determining lease operating expenses during COVID times

Despite office buildings being open for business, they remain significantly\[..\]

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