Best Hotline Design Podcasts (2024)

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379. No Cleaners, No Problem? An STR Hosting Master Shares His Secrets 1:08:46

3h ago1:08:46

1:08:46

Today’s expert guest is our new friend, Louis Andrews, President and Director of OVO Network, a company specializing in the short-term rental of high-end mountain chalets in authentic destinations, primarily in the French Alps. We met Louis on our castle STR retreat, and knew he’d provide great insight for our listeners. Under his leadership, OVO N…

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378. Hosting Hotline: My City Banned Airbnb! What Are My Options? 11:10

3h ago11:10

11:10

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Megan asks: I live in the Dallas, Texas area and I am getting into the Airbnb business. I really wanted to start one in my local area, first, but Dallas recently banned short-term renta…

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How to recharge on weekends and vacations for better productivity (from WorkLife) 28:59

3h ago28:59

28:59

Sometimes the best way to fix a work problem is by taking a vacation. Yet, people tend to not use all their paid time off. This week, we have an episode of WorkLife for you that explores why vacation and actual rest time on the weekends can help you be your most productive and happiest self at work. Host Adam Grant examines the evidence on recovery…

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377. TFV on the Road: Live Networking with STR Professionals in Austin, TX 1:06:34

1h ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Today’s special episode comes to you live from the showroom floor of the 3rd Annual IMN Short-Term Rental Forum in Austin. We sit down with a few expert attendees; recap our findings from presenters, sessions, and roundtables; and start to apply new lessons to our own businesses. Denise Poteet, from Safari for the Soul Glamping in Marble Falls, giv…

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376. Hosting Hotline: Should I Add a Hot Tub to My Airbnb Listing? 9:39

3h ago9:39

9:39

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Elaine asks: We have an outdoor tub, but we do not have a hot tub. We've been getting some feedback from guests wishing that we had a hot tub. I would love to know a great brand, tips f…

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How to communicate complex ideas simply and effectively (from Think Fast, Talk Smart) 24:45

1h ago24:45

24:45

How do I send my message clearly when put on the spot? How do I write emails to get my point across? How can I easily convey complex information? How do I manage my reputation? Whether you’re giving a toast or presenting in a meeting, communication is critical to success in business and in life. This is an episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart from Sta…

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375. Richard Vaughton on Airbnb’s Biggest Issues, Growth Opportunities & Future Outlook 1:05:19

2d ago1:05:19

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As owner and co-founder of a European rental management company overseeing 900+ properties, Richard Vaughton has significant experience in short-term rentals and property management. He’s also got some surprising takes on where our industry is headed in the near and long term future. Uniquely plugged into the industry, and endlessly experienced wit…

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374. Hosting Hotline: Vacation Rental Damage Waiver Programs 101 14:30

4d ago14:30

14:30

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Betsy asks: I wanted to talk about damage waivers using companies like Waivo. I'm using Waivo specifically and encountering some significant challenges. I quickly learned that the gener…

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How to Move Fast and Fix Things (from Design Matters with Anne Morriss and Frances Frei) 1:15:12

5d ago1:15:12

1:15:12

This is an episode of Design Matters featuring Fixable hosts Anne Morriss and Frances Frei. You'll receive a deep dive into the lives of them both, learning how they became the influential leaders they are today, as well as their process writing their new book, Move Fast and Fix Things. Design Matters with Debbie Millman is one of the world's very …

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373. We Bought Land (Part 3): Reality Check on Glamping Site Timelines, Financing & Construction 40:36

9d ago40:36

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We’re making progress on our Hocking Hills glamping project with cabin demo, prefab purchases, and creative financing. Check in for an honest, relatable recollection of the development process from two eager investors knee deep in a long term legacy build. First, we take you behind the scenes on Day 1 of cabin demo, a delightfully quick process wit…

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372. Hosting Hotline: How (and Why) to Add Celebration Upsells to Your STR Listing 13:14

11d ago13:14

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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Elaine asks: We get a lot of couples that stay at our romantic gazebo cottage. I had a guest that reached out to me who wanted to know if we have any add-on packages to help celebrate a…

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What really went down at OpenAI and the future of regulation w/ Helen Toner (from The TED AI Show) 40:57

13d ago40:57

40:57

Here on Fixable, we've addressed countless tough problems people face at work. One of the toughest problems companies deal with is when leaders don't see eye to eye. We know you enjoyed our previous episode about OpenAI, so we thought we'd share more insight into how the company behind ChatGPT went about solving their leadership problem on this epi…

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371. They Banned Vacation Rentals in Our City — Now What? 52:49

17d ago52:49

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Today’s expert guest is Ellyn Vollmer. She’s got a wild pain-to-purpose story that many hosts will find eerily familiar. She and her husband Devin live in Pittsburgh, PA and recently launched their first STR property in Oceanside, CA after a long and winding road filled with false starts and regulatory red tape. We talk all about how their six-mont…

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370. Hosting Hotline: How Should You Handle Parties at Your Vacation Rental? 12:35

19d ago12:35

12:35

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Brandy asks: We host on a 10-acre property. We also live on this 10-acre property. But we continue to have guests that will break our terms and conditions, even though it is stated very…

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How to give and receive good advice (w/ Hola Papi’s John Paul Brammer) 36:26

20d ago36:26

36:26

If you listen to Fixable, then maybe you've sometime wished someone would just help you figure out your life. John Paul Brammer’s job is to do exactly that – he’s the writer behind the hit advice column Hola Papi. Today, in an episode from another podcast in the TED Audio Collective, How to Be a Better Human, John talks about how he's helped all ki…

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369. Secrets to Scaling: How I Managed 175 Listings on a Remote Mediterranean Island 57:55

1M ago57:55

57:55

Today’s expert guest is Lisa Roads, a seasoned short-term rental professional, whose journey began as a property investor in her early twenties. As Lisa continued to grow her property portfolio, she recognised the potential for early adoption in an emerging market in Cyprus. This investment move created the opportunity to start her second business …

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368. Hosting Hotline: Can I Use Fabric Headboards in My Short-Term Rental? 9:12

26d ago9:12

9:12

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Melissa asks: I am going to be a new host, and I have a question about bed frames and headboards. I have a couple headboards that are upholstered. What are your thoughts about using tho…

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Brené Brown on our flawed, imperfect selves (from A Slight Change of Plans) 31:03

26d ago31:03

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This is an episode of another podcast we think you'll enjoy, A Slight Change of Plans, hosted by former TED Speaker Dr. Maya Shankar. Brené Brown is a bestselling author and social scientist known for her work on complex emotions like shame and vulnerability. She opens up to Maya about the evolution of some of her most important identities: big sis…

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367. We Stayed in a Castle! European Short-Term Rental Industry Review 40:50

1M ago40:50

40:50

In today’s solo (duo?) episode, we unpack an expansive recent experience we shared in England, learning about this amazing industry. From an STR business retreat hosted in a towering castle, complete with moat, to the Short Stay Summit 2024 in London – we’ve come home with a wider and more full picture of what hosts are doing and seeing around the …

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366. Hosting Hotline: Five-Star Patio Amenities to Differentiate Your Vacation Rental Listing 12:02

1M ago12:02

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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Patrick asks: It's Patrick with Farmhouse805 on the beautiful central coast of California. I have a big question for you… We've been having a lot of success with our STR. We've got a ni…

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How to fix the unfixable (w/ Malcolm Gladwell) 34:09

1M ago34:09

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Whether it's a hiccup at your job or a systemic issue that affects everyone you know, we've all encountered obstacles that just seem impossible to overcome. This week, Anne and Frances are joined by Master Fixer, journalist, and Revisionist History host Malcolm Gladwell, who shares his experience tackling big, complex challenges -- from rethinking …

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365. Hosting Mastery Spotlight: How I Built a 60-Door Rental Company on 100% Referrals 45:23

1M ago45:23

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Today’s expert guest is Colleen Chrien, a hyper-engaged member of our Hosting Business Mastery Method, mom of four young kids, and owner of Picket Fence Properties and Fully Furnished Charleston where she manages a portfolio of 38 long-term rentals and 21 furnished rentals – a mix between short, mid, and long term listings. We learn all about how s…

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364. Hosting Hotline: Does My Security System Camera Break Airbnb Rules? 9:03

2M ago9:03

9:03

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Becky asks: I have an ADT security system and my control panel has a little camera on it. It takes a picture of the person who is setting or disabling the alarm. Nobody ever sets the al…

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How to convince others you’re still relevant (hint: start with yourself) 35:28

2M ago35:28

35:28

Experience is not always seen as an asset in a world that equates innovation and youth, particularly in fast-moving industries like tech and art. How do you convince others that your work still matters…now more than ever? This week, Anne and Frances help digital artist and TED Fellow Julie Freeman break free from her own story about aging and relev…

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363. The History of Vacation Rentals: Back to School with Brumby McLeod, Ph.D. 53:18

2M ago53:18

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Today’s expert guest is the ultra-informed researcher and short-term rental historian, Brumby McLeod, Ph.D., an associate professor at the College of Charleston, School of Business in the Department of Hospitality & Tourism Management. He is also a research fellow with the Office of Tourism Analysis and the Riley Center for Livable Communities. The…

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362. Hosting Hotline: Quick Recap of Airbnb Summer Release 2024 15:15

2M ago15:15

15:15

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Taylor asks: Can you please break down the Airbnb summer release for us? What do we need to know? Thank you so much. Can't wait to hear your response. (00:01:13) What’s New with the Air…

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A Leader's Path to Purpose: Otis McGregor, CEO, Green Beret 1:08:43

2M ago1:08:43

1:08:43

Prepare for an enlightening conversation about operationalizing the core of what you do for customers! Joining us is an exceptional leader, Otis McGregor, Green Beret and expert leader. Gain invaluable insights from his journey and expertise. Everyone faces leadership challenges. Otis McGregor navigates the perilous terrain of trust-building in hig…

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How to keep in touch with reality when AI keeps calling (from The TED AI Show) 27:56

2M ago27:56

27:56

This week, we wanted to give you a chance to check out another amazing show from the TED Audio Collective, The TED AI Show – a podcast meant to guide us through the mystifying world of artificial intelligence. We heard you when you said you enjoyed our AI episode with A.J. Jacobs – so we think this is going to be right up your alley. Our host and c…

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361. We Bought Land (Part 2): How to Use ChatGPT in Your Vacation Rental Competitive Analysis 38:08

2M ago38:08

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Welcome back to this dedicated series on the acquisition, set-up, and launch of our brand new Hocking Hills vacation rental project. In this episode, we update listeners on the actions we’ve taken since signing the deal, hard decisions we’ve already made, and what’s coming up next. Golden nuggets include how Sarah has leveraged artificial intellige…

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360. Hosting Hotline: Should Direct Bookings Earn More Revenue Than OTAs? 13:14

2M ago13:14

13:14

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Angela asks: One of my properties has a 60% direct booking rate. I'm trying to figure out the best way to adjust my pricing so that my net earnings on a direct booking is slightly highe…

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Succession: Dealing with a shift change in the C-Suite 28:56

2M ago28:56

28:56

It happens all the time - new leaders come in and make big changes. So how do we adapt to new styles and strategies? And protect the things we don’t want to change? This week, Anne and Frances help a senior executive build a more resilient future for his organization. Our listener leaves with a plan of action that is relevant for anyone who wants t…

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359. Why Dynamic Pricing Should Be Your #1 Priority as an Airbnb Host 46:58

2M ago46:58

46:58

Welcome back to the officially unofficial Money Making May, where we have a full month’s worth of content all around pricing profitable properties with PriceLabs! Today’s expert guest is our very own Chief Operating Officer, Colleen Prochaska! Colleen brings over ten years of hospitality experience as a hotel General Manager for Marriott and Hilton…

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Unsolicited Advice: Can Starbucks get their order right? 19:29

2M ago19:29

19:29

Starbucks’ stock price dropped sharply after the company reported a significant slowdown in visits to its stores in both the U.S. and China, its two biggest markets. Sales and profits are also not going in the right direction. Everybody seems to be worked up about company performance, especially former chairman and CEO Howard Schultz. Anne and Fran…

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358. Hosting Hotline: Summer Grilling Safety Tips for Airbnb Hosts & Co-Hosts 12:12

2M ago12:12

12:12

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Samantha asks: What's your take on grills at a short-term rental? I always wanted to stay away because I'm terrified someone will burn down our brand new houses. But we recently had an …

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Quick Fixes: How to quit and how to work smarter 15:53

2M ago15:53

15:53

In a new Quick Fixes segment, Anne and Frances swiftly tackle the work problems of not one but two listeners, delivering relatable advice for both hard-working professionals in under 20 minutes. One listener struggles with how to quit gracefully, and another is challenged by their team’s slow pace. Both issues require a shift in perspective to unde…

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357. My Airbnb Burnt Down! AirCover vs. STR Insurance Spotlight 58:39

2M ago58:39

58:39

Today it’s time to get serious – as serious as a catastrophic house fire. With no exaggeration, it is essential that any short-term rental host, or aspiring host, listen into this entire episode. This week’s expert guest is Nicholas Libertin. He and his wife live in the Cleveland area and host a vacation rental in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. His area…

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356. Hosting Hotline: Quick Tips for Using PriceLabs Dynamic Pricing Software 12:21

2M ago12:21

12:21

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. A listener asks: I already use dynamic pricing strategies in my business right now. I see that Airbnb is making some changes to their fees. The host fee for me is going up from 3% to 15…

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Fixable Live: A conversation with Scott Galloway 31:59

3M ago31:59

31:59

Listen to Fixable’s first live show at TED2024! Anne and Frances sat down with NYU professor, entrepreneur, best-selling author and celebrity podcaster Scott “Prof G” Galloway for a fascinating conversation on loneliness, resilience, inclusion in the workplace, raising healthy boys and what it takes to be personally and financially successful. Stic…

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355. What Are Typical Seller Financing Terms? (And Is It Worth It?) 1:03:44

2M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

Welcome to the officially unofficial Money Making May, where we have a full month’s worth of content all around pricing profitable properties with PriceLabs! Today’s expert guest is Michael Lacalle, a teacher, husband, and father of two who stumbled into house hacking as a means to afford living on the Central Coast of California. From there, he go…

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354. Hosting Hotline: Details on Airbnb’s New Indoor Camera Policy (Starting TODAY) 14:39

3M ago14:39

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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Russell asks: Hosts are seeing so much out there right now about cameras and Airbnb. I have one on my front porch. Is this still okay? Can you guys cut through all the noise and tell us…

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Is AI your next hire? 29:48

3M ago29:48

29:48

What do you do when there’s too much work but not enough people to do it? Bring in some support! This week, Anne and Frances talk to a listener whose expert sales team can no longer keep up with everything the company offers. Together, Anne and Frances outline ways to simplify work for a stressed out team—including the use of AI to reduce complexit…

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353. Kristie Wolfe: How I Launched The Big Idaho Potato Hotel (and More!) 1:08:02

3M ago1:08:02

1:08:02

This week’s expert guest is Kristie Wolfe, creative off-grid builder and short-term rental superstar. With her one-of-a-kind projects, her focus is on creating unforgettable guest experiences, not just accommodations. Kristie is not only the builder in her business, she is also the designer, and she crafts some of Airbnb's most sought-after wishlis…

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352. Hosting Hotline: Pros & Cons of Converting From STR to MTR Bookings 16:40

3M ago16:40

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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Kendra asks: We purchased a property, my husband's pipe dream, in western Wisconsin on the trout streams where he grew up fishing. We launched it on Airbnb and VRBO in March. It's calle…

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How Bill Gates spends $9 billion a year | The TED Interview 50:47

3M ago50:47

50:47

This is an episode of The TED Interview, another podcast from the TED Audio Collective, that we think you'll enjoy. To get a free copy of the Infectious Generosity book, visit ted.com/generosity Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft and the co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is one of the top ten richest people in the world. But since …

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351. Scaling a Hospitality Empire: Motel, Wedding Venue, Co-Hosted STRs & a Boutique Hotel 57:44

3M ago57:44

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Today’s expert guests are Austin and Karlee Phippen, operators of an expanding portfolio of hospitality brands and businesses in scenic Northern New Mexico. Starting in just 2019, they’ve already built an empire in Chama – from boutique hotel rooms, a 16-room motel, a dozen co-hosted properties, and a sprawling ranch wedding venue. With Austin’s ba…

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Thinking Outside The News 54:58

3M ago54:58

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Trace and James discuss the impact of news programming. Who's thoughts are these anyways? We’d love to hear from you - give us a call at 866-340-3394. Leave us a thought, a riddle, a show idea or anything on your mind. You can also connect with us on Facebook through the link below https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095285905121 Or at thefe…

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350. Hosting Hotline: Managing Guest Expectations for Airbnbs in Revitalized Neighborhoods 13:28

3M ago13:28

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Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between. Bri asks: How do I prepare guests for nuisance neighbors? I have a neighbor who lives two houses down and he is senile. He does get really chatty and he has doomsday stories. The other …

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How to stop a bully (w/ Master Fixer Amy Cuddy) - Part 2 31:28

3M ago31:28

31:28

Bullies can’t bully alone – they need other people to participate in their campaigns to shame, discredit, and exclude their targets. This means that we often have more power than we realize to stop bullying in the workplace. In Part 2 of Anne and Frances’s conversation with Master Fixer and social psychologist Amy Cuddy, they explore smart, simple …

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349. We Bought Land (Part 1): Laying a Foundation for Long-Term Partnership 1:03:32

3M ago1:03:32

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Today’s expert guest (and one of our new business partners!) is Mike Navarro of Columbus, Ohio. Mike and his wife Ingrid entered the residential market as first-time homebuyers and have since expanded into multi-family housing, constructing single-family homes ranging from 400 sqft to 4500 sq ft. Their diverse portfolio comprises over 20 units, inc…

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(UPDATED) How to spot a bully in the workplace (w/ Master Fixer Amy Cuddy) - Part 1 51:58

4M ago51:58

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(Note: This is an updated version of this episode – if you previously downloaded audio and got a different podcast, thanks for your patience as we deliver you the right episode, which is this one! The original episode is also updated and you can find it in this same feed.) Where do bullies go when they grow up? New research shows they just move fro…

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