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Customer service, done right, can be your company’s single, biggest, competitive advantage. Join Customer Service Authority and best-selling author, John DiJulius, as he interviews leaders who are revolutionizing their industries. Hear their successes, and sometimes failures, that built best practices for exceeding expectations and gaining market share. Plus learn how these practices can be applied to your B2B or B2C business. Each episode provides CEOs, CXOs, COOs, CMOs, CHROs and other cus ...
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This is The Vacation Rental Manager's Podcast with Sarah and T.. The first podcast dedicated to the professional vacation rental manager. Join Sarah Bradford and Tim Cafferty on their journey through day to day issues affecting the professional vacation rental manager. From the Coast to the Mountains, Sarah and T have been covering all things vacation rental for over 7 years and counting.
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Two good friends with equal and opposite skills sharing business experience, expertise, and insights. Sometimes these views are from the same point of view, and sometimes they are opposite, but it's all in the spirit of using what they've learned to help you grow to the top, or the "summit" to achieve great things!
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There’s a future where captivating presentations and innovative branding strategies set your business apart. On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, John and guest Chris Kocek, CEO of Gallant Branding, share the secrets to delivering presentations that will engage your team and ignite a shared vision that eclipses price wars. Chris brin…
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In one of the most popular formats of this long running podcast, Sarah and T have opened up the show to the listeners. Today's podcast offers a wide range of questions which are thought provoking. We are sure you will get many takeaways from this episode. Topics covered include: - what supplies VR companies should provide - terms you use - STR vs. …
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Is your company's watchful AI eye crossing the line into employee privacy? On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, John tackles this contentious debate head-on, sharing his astonishment at the corporate practice of monitoring employee communications through artificial intelligence. Guest Juan Jaysingh, the brains behind Zingtree, shares…
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Uncover the future of customer service as we explore the power of AI, where technology meets empathy head-on. John and his colleague Dave Murray take you through the emerging “collaborative AI” world, redefining traditional customer interactions and the emotional bonds they forge. From tackling empathy fatigue to considering AI as a potential carri…
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Be prepared to be Amazed! In this episode of your favorite podcast our two intrepid hosts unveil what A.I. can do for you. Spoiler alert, it can do a lot! Meaghan Moylan is using A.I. more and better than most in the vacation rental business and she is the guest on today's episode. Meaghan shares her tips and tricks about how to use AI to help you …
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If you’ve ever felt like your work environment was stifling your potential, that's the spark that ignited a revolution—one that John’s co-author, Dave Murray, and John explore in today’s episode of The Customer Service Revolution. We unravel the threads that bind employee happiness and business success. The workplace is changing, and leaders must w…
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Have you ever walked into a store and felt like just another face in the crowd? This episode of The Customer Service Revolution delves into research from Drexel University that underlines the consumer's desire for authentic interactions in an increasingly automated retail world. John shares a pivotal moment for Starbucks with Howard Schultz's call …
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In this week's episode Sarah and T interview their friend Tim Rosolio, Vice President of Partner Success at Expedia Group (yeah, that makes him the boss at VRBO in our eyes). Sarah and T get into it with Tim about bookings being down, wonky search results, the Vacation Rental Home of the Year, and why VRBO upset the entire country of Canada with a …
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Want the secrets to standing out in a crowded market and captivating your customers? On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, get ready to change your business as guest Jaynie Smith analyzes the stark reality that many CEOs are in the dark about their competitive edge. John’s conversation with Jaynie dives into customer-centric strategie…
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Uncover the secrets to fostering unbeatable customer service and leadership skills with Lakshmi Rengarajan, a dating industry researcher. This episode of The Customer Service Revolution explores the surprising similarities between dating and professional relationship-building. Discover how mastering connections is about finding love and inspiring t…
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This episode brings you the one and only John DiJulius. He has a new book and our hosts have an advanced copy of this revolutionary release. Get ready to write as John covers The Great Resignation, What really motivates employees, How to properly onboard a new employee, Radical interviewing techniques, and how to keep all stars for life. You will l…
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Unleash the full potential of your customer service team and lead your business to new heights with Scott Greenberg, the acclaimed author, and former Edible Arrangements franchisee, as he shares his playbook for excellence in leadership. On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, prepare to change your understanding of team dynamics and cu…
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When a child's future seems etched by adversity, the power of a dream can be revolutionary. On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, Katie Eichenauer of Believe in Dreams joins John. We unwrap the emotions of transforming childhood trauma into triumph. Their discussion ventures into the stories of children rising above their circumstance…
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Melanie Brown is the top analyst of data from the Vacation Rental industry, and today The Vacation Rental Manager's Podcast with Sarah and gets to hear what's up! Melanie gives us key trends in the vacation rental industry in Q-1 and what that means for vacation rental managers for the rest of the year. Get a pen and paper ready to take notes on th…
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Imagine the shock when we discover that the quiet powerhouse of customer retention could eclipse the flash of traditional advertising in driving business success. This episode of The Customer Service Revolution peels back the layers of customer experience, highlighting how a 5% uptick in retention might skyrocket profits by an astounding 75%. We co…
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Have you ever envisioned a world where artificial intelligence transforms the way we connect with customers? Shanif Dhanani, the wizard behind Locusive, joins John to offer a glimpse into the future. They dissect the revolutionary integration of generative AI in customer service, a journey through the lifecycle of crafting a robust customer care in…
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This week Sarah and T reprise an episode from 5 years ago that is just as relevant today as it was when it first aired. Carl Shepherd, one of the co-founders of HomeAway (now Vrbo), was interviewed by Sarah and Tim in the fall of 2019. The interview was wide ranging and filled with predictions about the future which have all come true. Many conside…
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Welcome to a new chapter in The Customer Service Revolution, where we explore the seismic shift in how businesses approach client satisfaction and its profound ripple effect on company culture and employee morale. In this conversation, join John and Franco Greco of NewDay USA as we unravel the ethos of exceptional customer service and how it's rede…
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Unlock the secrets to elevating your business through the power of exceptional customer service with Matt Jensen. On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, we cover Matt's journey with Vance Thompson Vision, revealing how an unwavering commitment to customer experience has propelled them to the forefront of vision care. We uncover the nec…
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In this episode Sarah and Tim cover all you need to know to set up a proper budget for your vacation rental company. This episode is a must listen for any company owner that is not currently using a budget, or the company owner that wants to improve their current process. Two of the true experts on this subject give all of their secrets of this cri…
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From his time in the military to the courtroom, Alex Gertsburg has navigated a path that's as inspiring as instructive. In this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, Alex, the managing partner of Gertsburg Licata Law Firm, joins John to share his journey and how it's shaped his approach to leadership and customer service. His transition from …
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When sales guru Morné Smit sits down to chat, you know it's time to take notes. His journey from a humble sales start to revolutionizing company growth is nothing short of inspiring, and that's precisely what we get into in this episode. On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, with Morné at the helm, we explore the legacy of mentorship …
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In this episode Sarah and T interview one of the customer service giants. A world renowned motivational speaker and author of 8 books Shep Hyken is the guest on this week's episode. Learn the true meaning of the word Fine. Learn the 5 steps of how to get better at customer service. And, learn why the worst trained staff person on your team is the s…
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Unlock the secrets of service excellence with special guest Tom Smith as we tackle the transformative effects of outstanding customer care and the hot-button topic of “tipflation.” On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, experience a journey through the hospitality landscape, examining the fine art of making someone's day and the subtle…
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When Michael Caito rolled up his sleeves to launch Restaurants on the Run with just $6,000, he was scripting what would become an entrepreneurial odyssey—a $40 million revenue behemoth that caught Grubhub's eye. On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, sit down with us as Michael reveals the inner workings of his success, where exception…
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Logistics, the mere mention of the word brings fear to some vacation rental managers. Scheduling cleans, inspections, maintenance, getting the property ready for the next guest and providing all of the arrival amenities is no joke in the vacation rental business. In this episode Sarah and T talk to Max Farley of Sojo about how to improve logistics …
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Have you ever wondered how businesses achieve that coveted synergy between their frontline staff and the expectations of their customers? On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, Christopher Wallace, the co-founder and president of InnerView Group, joins John to unravel the secrets behind a customer service revolution taking the corporat…
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Your Christmas present from Sarah and T is an episode that gives all of the takeaways from the recent Vacation Rental Women's Summit & the DARM (Data and Revenue Management) conference that was held in Nashville, TN in early December. Sarah was there with a microphone in hand to get all of the best takeaways from the conference attendees. In the ne…
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Prepare for an enlightening conversation on how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing customer service and creating a significant competitive advantage! On today’s episode of The Customer Service Revolution, John’s guest, Aurélien Coq, an astute product manager at Eskers, will share how AI automation liberates customer service professiona…
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When the chips are down, what can wrestling teach us about life, entrepreneurship, and the art of excellent customer service? On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, John and his son, the dynamic wrestler-turned-entrepreneur Johnni DiJulius, explore what the wrestling world can teach us. We meander through Johnni's wrestling journey, hi…
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In this week's episode we have a familiar name - DiJulius. This time it is Cal DiJulius who is John DiJulius' son and an expert on the motivations of Millennials and Gen Z workers and why it is important to understand those motivations. This is a fascinating look at what our employees are thinking and what motivates them. A great conversation with …
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On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, Nicole Paul, a renowned expert in customer experience, is our guest host. Nicole plunges into the heart of customer service, discussing its potential as a competitive edge, the importance of transparent communication within an organization, and some useful methods to transform unhappy customers in…
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Sarah and T are back with another great content episode. This week our two hosts interview Matt Durrette of Cozi Vacation Rentals in Texas. Matt has adopted the EOS platform to run his business and he shares all of his secrets with us on today's episode. In addition find out how Matt has leveraged his brother in Honduras to help his business. This …
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Get ready to unlock the game-changing potential of customer service with best-selling author and expert John DiJulius. Listen here → https://thedijuliusgroup.com/csr132 On this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, we’re delving into the heart of why customer service is a powerful competitive advantage for businesses, learning the best practi…
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In this episode Sarah and T take on the topic of e-mail blasts. Are you doing them? Are you doing them effectively? How do you know? 14 specific points are covered in how you can crush your next effort and know exactly how well you did. 1) Build up your email list & segment - all previous guests list, potential guests, by season, by type of propert…
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Ever wondered why some brands like Starbucks continue to be loved generation after generation? Or perhaps you've pondered how the pandemic has forever changed the workforce, particularly for the Gen Z population? Listen here → https://thedijuliusgroup.com/csr131 John’s son, Cal DiJulius, joins him to unravel the mysteries of Gen Z in the workforce.…
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Again this year Sarah and T have come through with their signature episode. The VRMA Conference takeaways has become an annual must listen to podcast. This year Sarah and Tim talk to more than 30 participants at the conference held in Orlando about what was hot, and what was not at VRMA. Some of our special guests include: Paul Faringham Norman Lee…
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Have you ever wondered how remote work is impacting our mental health? Or perhaps you're curious about how to redefine success in our increasingly digital world? Listen here → https://thedijuliusgroup.com/csr130 This episode of The Customer Service Revolution is for you. We're diving into the challenging realm of loneliness and the effects of remot…
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We've waited 159 episodes to have the wizard of content marketing on the Vacation Rental Manager's Podcast. David Angotti is on today's episode dropping knowledge about everything you thought you knew, but the secret is you probably don't. The master is in the house. In the news segment Sarah and T (and David) talk about the upcoming VRMA Internati…
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In this episode our two fearless rental managers talk about the subject of bed bugs. Don't pretend you don't think about this or haven't had this happen to you. What do you do when you get them? How do you handle them? Will I catch them just thinking about the subject? The answer to these and many more questions will be revealed in this episode. In…
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Want to know the secret to growing a business from a humble start in the back of a tanning salon to a nationwide franchise? Listen here → https://thedijuliusgroup.com/csr129 On today’s episode of The Customer Service Revolution, John’s guest, Joe Stanoszek, founder of the fastest-growing med spa in the country, VioMed Spa, shares his awe-inspiring …
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Can you remember the last time you silenced your inner voice? Listen here → https://thedijuliusgroup.com/csr128 This episode of The Customer Service Revolution invites you to a fascinating conversation with Bronkar Lee, whose journey from an overweight kid to a high-profile entertainer, performer, and motivational speaker is inspirational. Bronkar'…
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Have you been feeling a bit disconnected with your property owners? Concerned about what feedback you may get if you ask them how you are doing? Well, fear not fellow Vacation Rental Management Professional. In this week's episode Sarah and T take you through three fail safe ways to re-connect and energize your relationship with your property owner…
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A few episodes go (I've Had It!), more than one vacation rental company owner said they have "had it" with being threatened by guests with bad reviews if they don't give a refund, an increase in chargebacks and fraudulent transactions (aka. stolen credit cards). In this episode, Sarah and Tim welcome 3 experts on to talk about how to tackle these f…
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Just imagine if unchecked growth led your business to a painful downturn, compromising hiring standards, creating culture clashes, and ultimately causing a significant drop in customer service. That's what happened to Starbucks, and in this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, we learn from their experience, identifying the crucial lessons a…
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This is a master class in getting direct bookings and not relying on On Line Travel Agencies (Vrbo & Airbnb) to get your bookings. Listen carefully to up your game on getting direct bookings to your website from two of the true experts in the business. Find all of Sarah and T's content at www.sarahandt.com You can also follow this podcast on Instag…
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As we stand on the precipice of a major shift in the workforce landscape, how will your organization adapt to the challenges and opportunities brought about by the Great Resignation? Are you ready to embrace the future of remote working and cultivate a company culture that attracts top-quality recruits and inspires your existing employees to reach …
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Prepare to be amazed as John ventures alongside the dynamic Anne Mahlum, a prominent American entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and philanthropist with a knack for starting and building businesses that make a real difference. From launching the revolutionary non-profit “Back on My Feet” - a transformative running club for the homeless, to foundin…
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In this episode The professional vacation rental manager's podcast with Sarah and T has fun with our listeners by letting them sound off on what they have had it with. Taking the lead from a popular podcast we let our professional vacation rental manager friends give it some thought and record what they "have had it with." Quasi Hostage Taking Cris…
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Who says engineering and entrepreneurship can't mix? In this episode of The Customer Service Revolution, John’s guest, Kerry Siggins, is the dynamic CEO of StoneAge Holding and has successfully bridged the gap between these two seemingly polar worlds. From her engineering background to the helm of a tech company, Kerry has charted an unconventional…
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