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Ready to reclaim control of your bookings and break free from the unpredictability of OTAs like Airbnb? Craving the stability of building your business on your terms? Dive into the Boostly Podcast, where Mark Simpson and Liam Carolan unveil the secrets to unlocking a flood of direct bookings. With a rich mix of insights, Mark and Liam equip you with the tools and strategies needed to secure your independence in the hospitality industry. Liam Carolan shines in the "Behind The Host" mini-serie ...
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Looking to get on the social media marketing fast track? The Casual Fridays Podcast is your go-to podcast for what's working today in digital and social media marketing. Each week, Tyler Anderson gets up close and personal with top brands and leading experts to discuss the latest in social media, content marketing, and more. Discover what's working and what's not working across Facebook Marketing, Instagram Marketing, YouTube Marketing, and more. Learn actionable strategies and tactics that ...
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From Overlooked to Overbooked: The Power of Eye-Catching Photos
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 751. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly Podcast, Liam welcomes back Katie and Brian from Overlooked to Overbooked, a company specializing in vacation rental photography. Katie and Brian share their experiences, insights, and expert advice on …
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Superhost Status: Myth or Reality? Let’s Look at the Data
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 750. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly Podcast, Mark discusses the significance of Airbnb's Superhost badge with Kenny Bedwell, CEO of STR Insights. They explore the perception and impact of the badge, emphasizing that while it may slightly …
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When an OTA Bans You: A Host’s Story of Resilience and Reinvention
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 749. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly Podcast, guest Elam King shares his challenging journey in the short-term rental business after being unexpectedly banned from Airbnb. Hosted by Boostly, the podcast focuses on providing tools and advic…
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The Future of Direct Bookings: Where Is the Book Direct Movement Headed?
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 748. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, the conversation explores different host categories, emphasizing the distinction between hobbyist hosts and professional companies, and the challenges they face in the current market. The episo…
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Turning Stays into Stories: A Host’s Journey to Creating Memories
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 747. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, we hear the inspiring story of Andy Cheetham, owner and managing director of The Terrace Windermere. Host Liam and Andy discuss how the Boostly podcast empowered Andy to transform his business …
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Partnering for Success: Connecting Your Property with Travel Experts
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 746. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam welcomes Mariah Rockman, co-founder of the Smiling House Group, to discuss the new Villa Tracker platform. Mariah explains how Villa Tracker creates a unique B2B2C bridge for vacation rent…
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Mastering Direct Bookings: Email Marketing Strategies
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 745. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, the focus is on a powerful tool for short-term rental hosts—StayFi. Returning guest Arthur Kolker, CEO and founder of StayFi, explains how the platform allows hosts to collect guest data throug…
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Concierge Secrets: How Amenities Can Make or Break Your Bookings
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 744. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam interviews Annie Sloan, co-founder and CEO of The Host Co. Sloan discusses the importance of offering creative and valuable amenities in short-term rentals, beyond the typical offerings li…
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27 Units, 7 Years: Defining Success in Vacation Rentals
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 743. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly Podcast, Liam interviews Gordon Martin, the CEO of People's Places and Things Incorporated, a vacation rental experience company based in Newfoundland, Canada. Gordon discusses his journey from starting…
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Boost Your Bookings: Strategies to Fill Calendar Gaps
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 742. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam interviews Sean Wilkinson, the co-founder of HostShare. Sean shares insights about HostShare, a platform designed to help short-term rental hosts convert their vacant nights into valuable …
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Community-Driven STRs: Strategies for Success
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 741. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam sits down with Kim Herrlein, the Chief Leisure Officer of Purveyors of Leisure. Kim shares insights from her journey in the accommodation business, detailing how her business evolved from …
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Hidden Gems: Unveiling Australia’s STR Secrets
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 740. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam sits down with Mark Berry, co-founder of 'The Bower at Broulee' in Australia. The discussion covers the unique aspects of Mark's business, including its architect-designed, private accommo…
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Million-Dollar STR Secrets: Growing a 7 Million Dollar Portfolio
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 739. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam sits down with David Fornelli, co-founder of Napoli Properties. David shares his journey from flipping houses to operating a 15-unit short-term rental portfolio and a 10-key boutique hotel…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 738. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam welcomes Moira Sedgwick, CEO and founder of a Chalet Collective, about the importance of interior design in short-term rentals. Moira shares insights on how unique design elements can enha…
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Connecting Hosts and Homeowners: A Pro Hosts Startup Guide
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 737. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam welcomes Elena Stepanova, founder of My Perfect Host, an STR company based in Australia. Elena shares her inspiring journey from a corporate job to becoming a bestselling author and a succ…
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From Retail to Rentals: A Best-Selling Author's Hosting Journey
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 736. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam welcomes welcomes Tanya Rooney, a dynamic short-term rental host from Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. Tanya shares her journey from a corporate real estate background and house flippi…
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Fearless Investments: Acquiring Short-Term Rentals with Confidence
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 735. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam is joined by Lamè Kinikini, the founder of Elkridge Management and a prominent coach at Fearless Investors. Lamè discusses his journey from starting a short-term rental management company …
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Secrets of a Successful BnB Host: Proven Marketing Strategies
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 734. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam is joined by Georgina Berman, the owner of See the Seacroft Bed, Breakfast and Bar. Georgina shares her journey in hospitality, including her experiences on the TV show 'Hotel Inspector' a…
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Transform Your Bookings with Strategic Creative Communications
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 733. stayfi.com/boostly Discount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam is joined by Gillian Davies, director of Conteur, a communications company specializing in video production for hospitality businesses. Gillian shares her journey from journalism to video …
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Inside Pink Walls Designs: Mastering STR Interiors
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 732. https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly Podcast we sit down with Heather and Erin, co-founders of Pink Wall Designs. The discussion centers around the critical importance of interior design in the hospitality industry, particularly for vacation rentals and boutique hotels. Heather an…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 731. https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, recorded live from STR WealthCon 2024 in Nashville, host Mark Simpson interviews Jake Cowen, a prominent short-term rental host from Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Jake shares his journey from managing boutique hotels to building a diver…
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Corporate to Comfort: One Hosts Journey to STR Innovation and Family Balance
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 730. https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam is joined by Manisha, the founder of KVM Stays, to discuss effective strategies for obtaining more direct bookings. Manisha shares her journey from feeling stuck in her job to building a successful property business in Peterboroug…
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Eco-Friendly Success: Crafting a Sustainable STR Business Model
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 729. https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ This episode of the Boostly podcast features an interview with Emma, the joint owner of Mill Farm Eco Barns, a sustainable holiday rental business in Norfolk. Emma shares the journey of starting and running an eco-conscious business with a focus on sustainability, from secur…
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In the Mind of a Mentor: Conversations with Robin Waite the Fearless Business Coach
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 728. https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ In this episode, we dive into the realms outside hospitality to bring insights from Robin Waite, a business coach, published author, and former agency owner. Waite shares his journey from systems analyst to successful entrepreneur and business coach, highlighting the key dec…
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Streamlining Stays: How ChargeAutomation Delivers a Slick Guest Experience
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 727. https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ This episode of the Boostly podcast features a deep dive into Charge Automation, a service aimed at enhancing guest experience and revenue for property managers in the short-term rental and boutique hotels industry. The guest, Flo, the Chief Revenue Officer of Charge Automat…
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Integrating Can Monkey for Seamless STR Maintenance
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 726. https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ This episode of the Boostly podcast features a collaboration with STR Collab, focusing on the virtual gathering of experts from the short-term rental industry. Hosted by Maddie from Mount and guest speaker Alex from Can Monkey, the webinar delves into waste management soluti…
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AutoPilot Profits: Harnessing Hands-Off Marketing for Customer Retention
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 725. https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/ This episode of the Boostly podcast features Sam Mistretta , CEO and founder of Go STR marketing, a service designed to help short-term rental hosts increase direct bookings through custom-branded email and text marketing. Sam discusses the importance of collecting guest con…
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Service Management Solutions: Boosting Productivity and Profits
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 724. This episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam Carolan going behind the scenes with Dale Smith, CEO and founder of Host & Stay, a significant player in the UK's short-term rental and holiday home management industry. Originating from the north of England, Host & Stay now manages over 1000 properties across the UK,…
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STR Collab: Latest Updates & Furnishing for Success with Minoan
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 723. This episode of the Boostly Podcast is part of the STR Collab miniseries, the hosts collaborate with founders and influential figures in the short-term rental (STR) industry. The goal is to foster monthly collaborations on Zoom, bringing together vendors, business allies, and internet friends to share updates…
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AI Roundtable: How AI Assistants are Transforming Hospitality
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 722. This podcast features a roundtable discussion with leaders from the AI-assisted property management industry, including representatives from Host AI, Hello Hostie, Guest Guru, Journey, and Bestie AI. The conversation focuses on how AI technologies are being leveraged to transform the property management and h…
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Behind the Curtain: The Man Airbnb Wishes to Keep Hidden
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 721. This episode features an interview with Enrico Schaefer, the founding attorney of Traverse Legal PLC, who specializes in representing hosts and management companies in legal disputes against Airbnb. Over the past four years, particularly during COVID-19, Schaefer has helped clients recover millions from Airbn…
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Thinking Like Mike Michalowicz: A Deep Dive into Success as we go ALL-IN
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 720. On this episode of the Boostly podcast we sit down with Mike Michalowicz who has had a big influence on Mark and the company. We then dive into an in-depth discussion about Michalowicz's book, 'All In'. Mark talks about his anticipation and preparation for this special 'hat trick' appearance of Michalowicz on…
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The Future of Guest Services: Software Innovations for a Professional Touch
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 719. This episode of the Boostly podcast features a deep dive into Breezeway, a property operations and guest experience platform, with its CEO and founder, Jeremy. The platform, which focuses on helping short-term rental hosts improve the guest experience through optimal property preparation, maintenance, and com…
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STR Collab: The Cornerstone for Rental Entrepreneurs
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 718. This episode of The Boosty Podcast features in-depth discussions on leveraging StayFi for improving direct bookings, email and text message marketing, and the benefits of StayFi's new homepage feature. It highlights how StayFi, initially a WIFI marketing company, has evolved to empower short-term rental opera…
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Filling Calendar Gaps with a Unique Auction Style Service
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 717. In this episode of the Boostly Podcast, host Liam discusses Bid and Stay with its founder, Emma Johnson of BidnStay a new service that facilitates last-minute accommodation bookings by enabling hosts to 'auction off' their vacant spaces. Emma explains how hosts set a silent reserve price that they are willing…
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How to Combat Unfair Regulations in 2024 with Rent Responsibly
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 716. In 2024, the short-term rental industry faces the increasing problem of unfair regulations. David Krauss, CEO and co-founder of Rent Responsibly, discusses this issue and presents potential solutions. The discussion digs into how to stand against the legislation that threatens short-term rental businesses all…
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Using A Property Managemet Consultant To Grow Your STR Business
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 715. In this episode of Boostly, Ron Curtis, founder of WavyStays, discusses his journey in the short-term rental business and how he manages 20 properties while working a full-time job. He details his strategy of co-hosting and the opportunities it offers for revenue generation. The episode further delves into th…
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Expert Tips From Hospitable Host: Laura Muse
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 714. Mark sits down with Laura Muse, a successful hospitable host based in Sheffield, about her journey in the hospitality industry. Laura shares her personal experiences from transitioning from property investor and developer to a luxury holiday let owner in the Peak District. She discusses her love for renovatio…
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Book Direct Blueprint: Creating a Direct Booking Strategy
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 713. Mark and Maddy discuss how to maximize business success in 2024 by focusing on experiential travel and creating direct booking strategies. They describe how Mount, Maddy's company, enables businesses to provide a variety of experiences to travelers ensuring an increase in guest reviews and converting more gue…
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Understanding the Mindset of Growing a Large STR Company
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 712. The Boostly podcast episode features Mahwussh Alam, the CEO of One Perfect Group, a company that manages hundreds of units in high-opportunity locations. Highlighting her journey from starting with one unit to managing many, Mahwussh talks about her strategies for scale, such as focusing on managing key prope…
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Boostly Bitesize: Creating and Utilizing Google Forms
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 711. In this episode of Boostly Bitesize, host Mark Simpson discusses how to effectively collect and use guest data for hospitality businesses. He explains how a simple Google form can be used to gather guests' emails, cell phone numbers, number of people in the party, and check-in dates right at the point of rese…
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How This Host Achieved a $7 Million Business Exit: Unveiling the Mystery
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 710 In this episode of the Boostly Podcast, Mark sits down with Isaac French, founder of Live Oak Lake. French tells the story of his journey, starting from buying a book for 99 cents to selling his business for $7 million. French discusses his beginnings in Texas, his move to Idaho, and his return to Texas where …
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Real-Time Marketing Review from Mark Simpson to a New Hospitality Owner
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 709 In this podcast episode, James Kinnersley joins Mark Simpson to discuss strategies for increasing direct bookings. With James' properties being largely marketed through Booking.com and Airbnb, they discuss optimizing these channels and collecting guest data. Exploring everything from property branding to guest…
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Integrating AI With Your PMS to Improve Guest Communication
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 708 This episode features a conversation with Sam Dundas, the co-founder of Besty AI, about the future potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in the short-term rental and hospitality industries. The discussion revolves around how AI can assist in managing repetitive tasks and day-to-day operations, alongside im…
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Boosting Your Brand: Tips from a Multi-Million Vacation Rental Business Owner
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 707 In this episode of the Boostly Podcast, Liam sits down with Rose Tepka, CEO and founder of Your Family's Place and author on Hospitable Hosts. Rose shares the numerous developments in her business including media appearances, becoming a best-selling author, and her continued work in the short term rental indus…
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Navigating the Shift from a 900 Room Hotel to a Charming B&B
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 706 In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Harro, the owner of a bed and breakfast establishment called The Hive at 52, discusses his hospitality career and his transition to running his own business. Having worked in hospitality for over 20 years and running his own B&B for 10 years, Harrow shares valuable insig…
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The Journey from Long-Term Rentals to Owning a Hotel
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 705 In this episode of the Boostly podcast, we welcome back Josh Goldstein. Having initially focused on short term rentals, Josh provides an update on his most recent ventures, which include starting a fund and making a pivot into boutique hotels. He discusses the benefits of boutique hotels, his plans for updates…
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How to Be More Eco-friendly Whilst Increasing Profits
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 704 In this episode of the Boostly podcast, Liam sits down with Vanessa de Souza Lage, CEO of Sustonica, about eco-friendly strategies for vacation rentals. Vanessa shares how Sustonica provides a certification for sustainability for short-term rentals and discusses practical steps hosts can take to become more en…
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Tech Solutions: Efficiently Handling 350 Units Across Six Markets
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 703 On this episode of the Boostly Podcast, Liam talks with special guest Jason Lopez, the Senior Director of Business Development at Jurny, an AI-powered property management software for short-term and vacation rentals. They discuss the use and impact of AI within the world of hospitality, looking at how Jurny wa…
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Valuable, Free Education For Rental Hosts!
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 702 This episode of the Boostly Podcast features James Varley, the founder of Holiday Cottage Handbook, a comprehensive resource that provides free educational content for short-term rental hosts. The conversation delves into Varley's background in media, how his transition from buy-to-let investment to short-term…
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