our mission and philosophy
Mission
Stetson’s mission is to create superior value for every real estate investment asset under management.
Philosophy
The Stetson Philosophy is to be proactive, innovative, and committed to sustainable practices, all while delivering Five-Star Customer-Centric service. We recognize that you cannot manage what you do not measure and analyze.
By integrating building operations with financial tracking and analysis, we can measurably improve operating efficiency, reduce expenses, and improve the customer and employee experience. Stetson is uniquely qualified to direct both the financial and operational aspects of your investments.
cowboy values
From Cowboy Values by James B. Owens. ‘Cowboy’ is a verb, not a noun.
Ten principles to live by:
Live each day with courage.
Take pride in your work.
Always finish what you start.
Do what has to be done.
Be tough, but fair.
When you make a promise, keep it.
Ride for the brand.
Talk less and say more.
Remember that some things aren’t for sale.
Know where to draw the line.
Cowboy core values:
Courage – You must meet fear to know courage
Acknowledging fear, confronting it head-on.
Preserving despite the odds.
Stand for what you believe.
Be willing to make the tough choices.
Live the life you want.
Optimism – The gift of a brand new day
Faith in the natural order of things.
Confidence in our abilities.
Focusing on the good in our lives.
Gratitude of the blessings that come our way.
Self-Reliance – Always tighten your own cinch
Responsibility for our own well-being.
Confidence in our ability to learn.
Doing our best and learning from our mistakes.
Valuing competence over convenience.
Investing the time and effort to master a skill.
Finding satisfaction in every accomplishment.
Authenticity – It isn’t about the hat and the boots. Never cut what you can untie
Understanding oneself as a whole person.
Satisfaction in being who you are.
Actions guided by a set of core beliefs.
Recognizing our own strengths and weaknesses.
Saying what you mean.
Honor – A man that would die for something has everything to live for
The best sermons are lived.
We gain self-respect by setting our own standard and holding ourselves accountable.
Being worthy of trust.
Someone who can be counted on.
Telling the truth.
Keeping our word.
Acting with integrity, no matter the cost.
Knowing that just because it’s legal doesn’t mean it’s right.
Duty – A sense of responsibility. Never say ‘whoa’ in a tight spot
Actions, not words.
Responsibility to something larger than oneself.
A willingness to sacrifice self-interest.
Doing what has to be done.
Respecting core values as absolutes.
Answering the call when it comes.
Heart – A heart knows things a head never will. The best things in life aren’t things
Seeing the good in people.
Seeing the beauty in life.
Finding rewards in living.
Feeling at one with nature.
Kindness to all living creatures.