HOA Homefront: New Year’s resolutions for HOA directors

Many of us start the new year with commitments to improve, so why leave out the HOA? This four-part series suggests resolutions for association directors, homeowners, managers and service providers.
As an HOA director, I resolve to:
ALWAYS: Follow the Golden Rule.
CHECK MY ATTITUDE:
2) I don’t control my neighbors; I serve them. A servant’s attitude will help me be less defensive and stressed when neighbors challenge or criticize board decisions.
3) Advocate our board follows the law