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Stop Chasing Growth: Why Quality is the Only Way to Scale Your Business
May 12, 2026
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Apr 28, 2026
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| 5/12/26 |  Stop Chasing Growth: Why Quality is the Only Way to Scale Your Business | 🎧 Don't forget to subscribe!I have spent a lot of time thinking about the obsession our industry has with growth at all costs. We are constantly told that bigger is better, but after chatting with Elle Knight, I am more convinced than ever that better is actually better. Elle has built an incredible portfolio of 170 properties across New Zealand, but she has done it with a philosophy that puts people and solid foundations ahead of raw numbers.In this episode, I wanted to explore how a former business lender for a major bank manages to scale a hospitality empire while keeping her feet firmly on the ground. Elle’s journey started under immense pressure—leaving a corporate career to care for her son—and she turned a side gig into a national brand called My Stays. We discuss the importance of not rushing the logistics and why trying to manage a property remotely, without a local soul on the ground, is a strategy that often fails to deliver real quality.SHOW LINKS:My Stays New Zealand: https://www.mystays.co.nzLakeside Rentals: https://www.lakesiderentals.co.nzElle Knight LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elle-knight-0314a5113/The Accommodation Show: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com#HospitalityPhilosophy #BetterIsBetter #PropertyManagementScale #TheAccommodationShow #NewZealandTourism #ShortTermRentals #NoFluffSHOW LINKSDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 5/3/26 |  How Apple’s iPhone 12 Launch Strategy Can Scale Your Business | I have always found it fascinating how skillsets from completely different industries can be an unfair advantage in the accommodation industry. Last week, I invited Vivian Yip onto the show because she spent seven years at Apple managing global inventory systems and logistics for the iPhone 12 launch. It turns out that managing a supply chain for a trillion-dollar tech giant is the perfect training ground for mastering the complex world of investing, hospitality and property management.In this episode, I wanted to dig into the idea that our properties are actually just one link in a larger supply chain. Vivian explains how the same logic used to get an iPhone into your hand can be applied to getting a high-value guest into your property. We talk about the transition from the high-stress world of Apple to the equally demanding world of flipping houses and building a rental empire in Austin, Texas. It is a look at how nailing your systems allows you to provide a level of hospitality that others simply cannot match.We go beyond the usual short-term rental chatter to explore why mid-term rentals, those 30-day-plus bookings, are often the key to higher margins and lower stress. If you have ever felt like you are on a hamster wheel with constant turnovers and cleaning schedules, Vivian’s perspective will likely change how you approach your business. It is about understanding that every struggle you face today is simply preparing you for a more sophisticated version of your business tomorrow.SHOW LINKS Hestia Homes: https://www.hestiahomes.com The Midterm Rental Movement (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Frictionless-MTR-System-Management-High-Performing-ebook/dp/B0GTZGJ8CPVivian Yip Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivian_yip_official/#MidTermRentals #AppleLogistics #HospitalityStrategy🎧 Don't forget to subscribe!How to Apply Apple's Supply Chain Strategy to Your Accommodation Business #HospitalityLeadership #SystemiseToScale #STRGrowthSHOW LINKSDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 4/28/26 |  Why you are losing money without business intelligence | Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!I’ve always said that running a business on a "gut feeling" is a fast way to go broke. If you want to scale, you have to move from opinions to facts.In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Leifeld from Key Data to talk about the massive shift happening in the accommodation world. Daniel has been in the "Silicon Valley of vacation rentals" in Colorado since 2011, and he’s seen exactly how the biggest players use data to outmanoeuvre the rest of the market.We dive into why the "middle class" of property managers is currently being swallowed up by giants, the high-stakes strategy of blocking your calendar for the 2026 World Cup, and why RevPAR is the only metric that actually tells the truth about your performance.What we cover in this session:The World Cup Gamble: We look at why blocking your property for major events might actually backfire if you don’t understand the cross-border travel logistics. ⚽The Big Three Metrics: Why balancing ADR and Occupancy to find your true RevPAR is the absolute foundation of a professionalised business. 🔢The Loss of Mentorship: How industry consolidation is wiping out local knowledge and what you can do to fill that gap. 🤝The AI Slop Factor: Why early adopters of AI are paying the highest price and how to keep the "human" in your hospitality. 🤖ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 4/26/26 |  How Wil Slickers Went from Front Desk to Skift Executive | In the Season 22 opener, I sit down with Wil Slickers, a man who has lived several professional lives in just eight years. From the Oregon coast to the global stage at Skift, Wil’s journey is a masterclass in staying agile, identifying traction, and building a "moat" around your business using real human connections.We discuss the "Focus Trap," why the industry is currently drowning in "AI slop," and how you can use the same "co-opetition" strategies that helped Wil sell his media company to the biggest B2B travel brand in the world.What you will learn from this episode:The Focus Trap: Why being too rigid with your goals can stop you from seeing the real opportunities 🎯Beating "AI Slop": Why in-person networking is the only way to stay relevant in a world of generic digital noise 🗣️The Stained Glass Theory: How to balance your local "micro" perspective with a global travel outlook ⛪The ROI of High-Level Rooms: Why getting in front of executive-level CEOs changes your business psychology 🧠Co-opetition: How collaborating with your "competitors" actually scales your revenue 🤝TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction: Welcoming Wil Slickers 🎙️00:34 - From Front Desk to Media Executive 🏨02:47 - Using Podcasting for Career Development 📈06:17 - The Travel Media Ecosystem: Moving to Skift 🌐10:18 - Networking ROI: Why Conferences Still Matter 🤝16:23 - The Psychological Shift: Overcoming Small Business Limiting Beliefs 🧠21:27 - Content Strategy: Avoiding Information Overload 📱29:11 - The Rise of AI Slop: In-Person is the New Moat 🤖31:48 - Final Thoughts: How to Connect with Wil 🔗ABOUT OUR GUEST:Wil Slickers is a hospitality veteran who started as a front desk agent at a 700-room resort before launching 'Slick Talk,' a premier hospitality podcast. He eventually founded a media network which was acquired by Skift, the leading global travel media company. He now focuses on bridging the gap between short-term rentals and the wider travel and leisure sectors.SHOW LINKS:Skift: https://skift.comSlick Talk Podcast: https://slicktalkpodcast.comWil Slickers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wil-slickers/The Accommodation Show: https://www.theaccommodationshow.comSTRIVE 2026 Highlight Reel: https://youtu.be/nZL4NCHX55M 📽️#HospitalityMarketing #ShortTermRentals #WilSlickers #Skift #TheAccommodationShow #STRSuccess #PropertyManagementACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence. | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 |  How to Cut $1M in Ad Spend with Influencers 💸 | Are you paying an "attention tax" on your business? Most of us rely on the "Set and Forget" model—paying tolls to OTAs and big tech ads just to get a guest through the door. But what if you could drop that spend to zero?I sat down with Madison Rifkin to discuss the "$1 Million Ad-Spend Pivot." We dive into how a "Content Army" of organic creators can replace expensive advertising and why the traditional way of looking at social media is officially dead. If you've ever been frustrated by an influencer asking for a "free stay," this conversation will change your perspective on the creative resource you are actually missing out on.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:The $1M Pivot: How to move from paid ads to organic growth.The "Toll Road" Trap: Why relying on OTAs is a tax on your business.The Content Army: Turning normal travellers into your best marketing team.Algorithm Shifts: Why your followers don't matter as much as you think.Market Expertise: Using the destination to sell the stay.CHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction: The "Set and Forget" Trap02:15 - The $1 Million Ad-Spend Pivot05:30 - What is a "Content Army"?10:45 - Why Follower Counts are a Vanity Metric15:20 - Negotiating for the "Raw Footage"21:10 - The "Market Expert" Strategy for STRs27:45 - Instagram vs. TikTok: Where to focus in 202632:00 - Getting started without a massive budgetHASHTAGS:#ShortTermRentals #PropertyManagement #BookDirect #InfluencerMarketing #MadisonRifkin #TheAccommodationShowDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 |  What is a property health score and why you must have one! With Joona Sipla | 🎧 Don't forget to subscribe!When I was a kid, my favourite act at the circus was watching the clowns keep a dozen plates spinning at once. If you are an accommodation operator, you have probably accidentally mastered this exact same art in your business.You tap the tasks you can control, accept the ones you can't, but underneath it all, there is a chaotic middle ground. It's the operations you should control, but haven't systemised yet.A few months ago, I received an email from a company in Finland asking to sponsor STRive in Australia and New Zealand. I was blown away by the distance they were travelling, but that is the magic of STRive—bringing people together from across the globe to share their solutions to our shared struggles.That company was Pacho. I invited its founder, Joonas Sipilä, onto the podcast. Joonas used to manage 100+ properties in Finland and hit this exact operational wall.Instead of a software pitch, we sat down to dissect the fundamental mindset shifts required to fix the ground operations of hospitality.📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 – Introduction: The art of spinning plates 02:51 – Scaling from 1 to 100: Where the wheels fall off 05:51 – The fundamental flaw in hospitality CRMs 11:58 – The Paradigm Shift: Treating the property as the client 15:18 – Building a "Medical Record" for your physical assets 19:02 – Practical AI: Triage, photo analysis, and dispatch logistics 22:23 – Joonas's transition from the trenches to tech founder 26:20 – Why operations (not just pricing) dictate your profit margins 32:08 – Future-proofing your ground game for 2026#PropertyManagement #Operations #ThoughtLeadership #STRive #AssetManagementSHOW LINKS Pacho: https://pacho.app/Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 2/16/26 |  We Are Supposed To Be Rivals (But We Collaborate Instead) | 🎧 Don't forget to subscribe!This week, I did something a little unusual. I invited Mark Simpson (Founder of Boostly) onto the show.Technically, Mark and I are competitors. We both build high-converting Direct Booking websites. But we both agree on one critical truth: By relying on third-party listing sites, you aren't just paying commissions—you are leaving your most valuable asset on the table.It’s not just about the 15% fee. It’s about the Customer Data and Brand Equity you miss out on every time a guest books through an app instead of with you.I see Mark as a collaborator in a much bigger mission: helping you stop "renting" your customers and start building a cohesive marketing ecosystem that you actually own.We sat down to discuss the massive opportunity cost of ignoring your direct channel, specifically how it impacts your bottom line today, and your business valuation tomorrow.📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 – Introduction: Why I Invited My Competitor02:53 – Hotels vs Short-Term Rentals: The marketing gap05:10 – The Mistake: "Mona Lisa" Websites vs Functional Design08:59 – The Valuation Opportunity: How direct bookings increase exit price11:08 – Case Study: How a strong brand added millions to a sale15:02 – The Ecosystem: Connecting Email, Web, and Social18:40 – Content Strategy: Newsletters that actually get read22:25 – The Future: AI Search & The changing digital landscape30:16 – Collaboration over Competition#DirectBookings #HospitalityMarketing #BusinessStrategySHOW LINKSBoostly: https://boostly.co.ukBook Direct Playbook: https://amazon.comDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES!📧 Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources:https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here:https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE:https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊Need more direct bookings or a brand new website?The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results.🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer:This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links.This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 2/9/26 |  19 Events, 1 Year, Tiny Team: The Logistics Breakdown - VR NATION BACKSTORY | Running one event is hard. Running 19 in a single year sounds impossible.I sat down with Heidi Henrisken (Executive Director of VR Nation) to ask her how they are physically pulling this off.This year, they are running a full National Conference in Denver plus an 18-city "Roadshow" where they drive a van across the US to host local workshops.We break down the logistics of the "Tour Bus" model, why they decided to charge only $25 for tickets, and how they manage the workload without a massive staff.📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 – Introduction & The Rebrand to VR Nation 05:36 – Going National: The strategy behind the expansion 09:18 – The "Village" Model: Managing 40+ Volunteers 11:56 – The 5 Advisory Boards (and why they are Operators Only) 14:20 – Competitive Collaboration: Solving the advocacy crisis 17:47 – The Roadshow Logistics: Driving a van to 18 cities25:13 – Building Culture: The Housekeeping Olympics & Golden Toilets 30:16 – Future plans for the VR Nation AcademyDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 1/31/26 | How to Rank #1 on Booking.com (Tactics Explained) | Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE!I find that everyone talks predominantly about Airbnb SEO. But I find it hard to find anyone talking about how to rank higher on Booking.com.For most Hotels, Motels, and Short Term Rentals, Booking.com is the engine room that drives the most consistent volume. Yet, most of us treat it as a "set and forget" channel. We feed the rates from our PMS and hope for the best.In this episode, I sit down with Miro Gospodinov, the founder of myDataValue, to reverse-engineer the Booking.com algorithm.Miro explains why the way most of us manage revenue—by lowering base rates in our PMS—is actually a "Silent Discount" that the algorithm ignores. He breaks down the exact strategy to trigger visibility boosts using the "Pyramid" method.📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 - Intro & Who is Miro?02:30 - Why Ranking #1 Matters (70% More Bookings) 06:00 - The Booking.com Algorithm: Pricing vs. Promotions 09:20 - The "Billboard Effect" & Genius Program 11:31 - The 30% Rule: How Price Impacts Rank 14:50 - The "Great Parity" Problem (95% Fail This) 17:00 - Promotions vs. PMS Discounts 20:13 - How to Track Your Ranking (The Spreadsheet Method) 23:00 - Why Hotels are Ahead of STRs in Revenue Management 26:30 - Future Trends: AI Agents & Search 28:00 - Summary & Final Tips#HospitalityLeadership #SystemiseToScale #STRGrowthSHOW LINKSGUEST LINKS: 🔹 myDataValue: https://mydatavalue.com 🔹 Connect with Miro: https://linkedin.com/in/miro-g?originalSubdomain=ukDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 1/25/26 | 0 to 300 Properties in 3 Years: The "Google Maps" Strategy | JJ King thought he was starting a side hustle. Three years later, he has over 300 properties under management.In this episode, we break down exactly how Beachside Vacation Rentals went from zero to market leader in Florida in record time.We discuss the "Google Maps" strategy that allowed them to dominate local search, why they focus on "Donuts over Referral Fees" when talking to Real Estate Agents, and the crazy story of how they acquired 70 units in a single week when a competitor went bust.If you are looking to grow your inventory in 2026, this is the playbook.📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 - Intro: From Side Hustle to 300 Units 04:50 - The "Google Maps" Strategy (Ranking #1) 09:15 - How to Get Reviews on Google (Not just Airbnb) 3:20 - Real Estate Agents: Donuts vs. Referral Fees 18:40 - The "Lucky Break": Acquiring 70 Units in a Week 24:30 - Advice for Newbies: Go Work for Someone Else First 29:10 - Writing Content for AI (AEO Strategy) 32:45 - Using Zapier + OpenAI for Reviews#HospitalityLeadership #SystemiseToScale #STRGrowthSHOW LINKSSHOW LINKS: 🔹 Beachside Vacation Rentals: https://beachsidevr.com 🔹 Zapier: https://zapier.com 🔹 OpenAI: https://openai.com 🔹 Google Business Profile: https://google.com/businessDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
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| 1/19/26 |  Resly, PriceLabs, Operto & Whizz: The 2026 Tech Roadmap | Are you running your accommodation business with 50 tabs open? One for pricing, one for cleaning, one for the PMS... it’s a recipe for burnout.In this episode, we gather the leaders from Resly, PriceLabs, Operto, and Whizz—our key partners for the Strive Conference—to map out the future of hospitality technology.We go beyond the buzzwords to find out what is actually working. We discuss the rise of "Agentic AI" (and how it’s already solving 66% of support tickets), why the era of "App Overload" is ending, and the specific tools these founders use to run their own companies.If you want to future-proof your operations for 2026, this is your roadmap.🎟️ MEET THESE TEAMS AT STRIVE 2026: Get your tickets for Melbourne & Auckland: https://strivetothrive.com.auIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: 🚀 The 2026 Tech Trend: Why the industry is moving from "App Overload" to "Unified Ecosystems." 🤖 Real AI Utility: How Resly’s internal agent ("Frank") automates 66% of staff workload. ⚠️ The "User Trap": The #1 reason tech implementation fails (and how to fix it). 🧰 The Founder’s Stack: The specific AI tools these CEOs use to manage their inbox and meetings.CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro & The 2026 Tech Landscape 01:55 - Why STR Adopts Tech Faster than Hotels 03:06 - The "50 Tabs" Nightmare (Tech Fatigue) 04:30 - "Agentic AI" vs. Basic Automation 06:37 - PriceLabs: Managing 600k Listings & Burnout 08:57 - Whizz: Moving Beyond Cleaning to Marketplaces 14:15 - The Debate: All-in-One vs. Best-in-Breed? 15:34 - The "User Trap": Why Tech Implementation Fails 18:01 - Stop Buying Software Your VAs Haven't Tested 21:30 - "Unreasonable Hospitality" in a Tech World 23:26 - When Should You Fire Your Software? 29:07 - The "Squeaky Wheel" Strategy (Getting Better Support) 30:10 - What Tools Do Tech Founders Actually Use? 31:28 - Meet "Frank": How Resly Automates 66% of Support 33:17 - How to Connect ChatGPT to Your Internal Data (Slack/Jira) 35:01 - Using Read.ai & Gemini for Meeting Notes 36:54 - Fixer AI: The "Inbox PA" That Drafts Your Emails 38:43 - ASPR AI for Sales Automation 40:00 - Strive Conference & Wrap UpGUEST LINKS: 🔹 Resly: https://resly.com.au 🔹 PriceLabs: https://pricelabs.co 🔹 Operto: https://operto.com 🔹 Whizz: https://whizz.com.au 🔹 Fyxer (Inbox Assistant): https://fyxer.com 🔹 Read.ai: https://read.aiABOUT THE ACCOMMODATION SHOW: The Accommodation Show is the leading podcast for the accommodation industry, covering short-term rentals, hotels, and motels. We help you stay ahead of the curve with expert insights and actionable advice.ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence. | — | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | 14 Leaders Reveal the Future of Short Term Rentals (ASTRA - Here to Stay) | In Part 2 of our 2026 Predictions series, we head to the ASTRA "Here to Stay" Conference to get a global perspective on the Short Term Rental industry.For Episode 2 of Season 21, I grabbed the microphone at the ASTRA "Here to Stay" Conference to ask 14 of the smartest operators and executives in the APAC region the same question:"What do operators need to look out for in 2026?"It was fascinating to see the difference in focus between the two continents. While the conversation in the US was heavily focused on Acquisition (Search, SEO, AI Planning), the leaders in Australia went deep on Operations.If last week was about "getting the booking," this week is about "delivering the experience."In this episode, you will learn: ✅ The "Flight to Quality": Tim Rosolio (Expedia) explains why guests are looking for "no surprises" over "luxury." ✅ The China Rebound: Kevin Liu (Trip.com) reveals the data on the fastest-recovering market and how to capture it. ✅ Agentic AI: Ethan Brown (Hospitable) on why AI is about to start operating your business for you. ✅ Exit Strategy: Dan White (Canbnb) on how to target a 3-5x EBITDA multiple.📋 In this episode, we discuss:🎙️ FEATURED GUESTS & TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Tim Rosolio (Expedia): The Flight to Quality (Consistency - Luxury) 04:02 - Alex Ormerod (Luxico): Hyper-personalization at scale 10:14 - Billy Crock (Hometime): Quality metrics & retention 12:35 - Kevin Liu (Trip.com): The return of the China market & family travel 23:55 - Julie George (Million Dollar Host): Embracing youth for tech adoption 27:14 - Dan White (Canbnb): Direct bookings & Exit Multiples (3-5x EBITDA) 36:34 - Samuel Steel (Resly): AI for Operations & Predictive Maintenance 42:58 - Pete Smith (Weekenda): "Garbage In, Garbage Out" with AI 48:29 - Deepanshu Nihalani (PriceLabs): Pricing for the "Mid-Season" shift54:26 - Chris de Closey (Switch Solutions): Shorter booking windows 56:15 - Ethan Brown (Hospitable): The rise of "Agentic AI" 01:02:12 - Dan de Witte (Moxxi): Branding is the core of AI success 01:10:04 - Georgia Smith (Hunter Holidays): Finding the right AI tools 01:14:31 - Alessio Famularo (AirKeeper): Culture & Training people behind the tech#HospitalityLeadership #SystemiseToScale #STRGrowthSHOW LINKSDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community:https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. | — | ||||||
| 12/4/25 |  Building It: How to Build, Scale, and Sell a Property Management Company - with Hayden D'Arcy | How do you go from finding clients on Gumtree to selling a 145-property portfolio?In this episode of Building It, I sit down with Hayden D'Arcy, co-founder of Home Hero. His journey is one of the most relatable and inspiring stories we've had on the show.He started in 2015 with no clients. He drove a wrecked car to his first listing appointment (and hid it around the corner!). But through a relentless "Say Yes" strategy, he built a massive property management business on the Gold Coast, survived COVID, and recently achieved a successful exit.We dive into the reality of running a service business alongside a tech company, how to value your business for a sale, and why buying a cleaning company was the key to solving his operational headaches.#FromHustleToExit #ScaleWithSystems #AccommodationGrowthibooked.online Book Direct Websites🌐 Website: https://www.ibooked.online🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibooked-online👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ibookedonlinefb/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibooked.online Strive Conferences🌐 Website: https://www.striveconferencescom🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/striveconferences/👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/striveconferences📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveconferencesDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com1. YouTube ChaptersThis is a fantastic "Building It" episode. It has everything: a humble beginning (Gumtree!), a struggle phase, a tech spin-off (Home Hero), rapid growth during COVID, and finally, a successful exit.The story about hiding the wrecked car around the corner is absolute gold—it's the perfect hook to show how far he came.Here are the promotional assets for the episode with Hayden D'Arcy.1. YouTube Chapters00:00 - Intro: Selling a 145-Property Business01:46 - The Humble Start: Getting Clients on Gumtree in 201503:04 - The "Wrecked Car" Story: Faking It 'Til You Make It05:34 - Co-founding Home Hero & Annoying Airbnb for API Access09:38 - The Reality of Running Two Businesses at Once (18-Hour Days)12:11 - The COVID Pivot: How He Grew When Others Quit16:21 - The "Say Yes" Strategy: Taking Opportunities Others Refused19:05 - Solving the Ops Nightmare: Buying a Cleaning Company20:32 - The Hardest Founder Lesson: Learning to Let Go22:31 - The Exit: Why He Sold His Portfolio to Focus on Tech25:41 - How to Prepare Your Business for Sale (Valuation Tips)✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence. | — | ||||||
| 12/2/25 |  How to Train AI to Write Exactly Like You (The Marketing Library Strategy) | Is your AI just a toy, or is it a business asset?In this episode of Automate It, I sit down with Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh, a retired healthcare professional who built a luxury STR brand using advanced automation.We dive deep into why the PDF lead magnet is dead (and what to use instead) and how to build a "Marketing Library" to train Custom GPTs that write exactly like you. Rachel shares her specific playbook for creating AI agents that handle reviews, social media, and team training without sounding robotic.If you want to stop writing every email from scratch and start building systems that buy back your time, this episode is your blueprint.SHOW LINKSDr Rachel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.comChatGPT: https://chatgpt.comClaude: https://claude.aiGemini: https://gemini.google.comCanva: https://www.canva.comNotebook LM: https://notebooklm.google.comClose CRM: https://www.close.comVRMA: https://www.vrma.org Strive Conferences🌐 Website: https://www.striveconferencescom🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/striveconferences/👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/striveconferences📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveconferencesDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com1. YouTube Chapters00:00 - Intro: Dr. Rachel Gainsbrugh & The Healthcare Connection02:16 - Why Doctors Make the Best Airbnbs Hosts (Patient Care vs Guest Care)06:22 - Is AI Overhyped? (What's Actually Working Right Now)07:51 - The Secret Weapon: AI Note-Takers & Authentic Content11:11 - Building a "Marketing Library" to Train Your AI13:00 - How to Train Claude/ChatGPT on Your Brand Voice17:49 - The Death of the PDF: Why Lead Magnets Must Be Interactive20:00 - Using "NotebookLM" to Turn Notes into Podcasts & Tools23:54 - How to Create a High-Value Lead Magnet for STRs27:26 - Email Marketing 101: Nurturing Leads for Direct Bookings34:23 - Masterclass: How to Build Custom GPTs for Your Business35:09 - The "Review Response GPT" Formula39:05 - Using AI for Social Media Captions & Images42:12 - Final Advice: Just Start & Ask AI How to Use AI✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 12/1/25 |  13 Leaders Predict the Future of Short Term Rentals at VRMA (2026 Trends) | Traditional search is dying. The "Great Reset" is over. And if you are still running your business like a hobby, 2026 is going to be a wake-up call.To kick off Season 21 of The Accommodation Show, I took the microphone to the floor of VRMA International in Las Vegas to ask 14 of the smartest people in the industry one single question:"What is the #1 trend operators need to look out for in 2026?"📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 - Miles Hobson (Hospitable) on Human Connection in AI 01:31 - Heather Bayer: Implementing AI Pragmatically 03:38 - Benjamin Coleman: Revenue Management & Ancillary Upsells 05:35 - Patryk Swietek: The Rise of the "All-Inclusive" Concierge 07:42 - Yair Holtzer (Guesty): The Fight for Quality Inventory 09:50 - Matthew Tesdall: Influencer Marketing for Destination Markets 11:43 - Margot Schmorak (Hostfully): Professionalizing & The Maturity Model 14:23 - Annie Sloan (The Host Co): Why Keywords are Dead (Contextual Search)17:55 - Ashley Ching (Inhaven): The Missing Quality Framework 20:08 - Simon Seroussi (So Suite): Pruning Properties for Profitability 22:28 - Jeff Iloulian (HostGPO): Standardization & Guest Expectations 24:42 - Jacobie Olin (C2G Advisors): M&A Trends & Fixing Churn 27:35 - Richie Khandelwal (PriceLabs): Visibility in the Age of LLMs30:00 - Julie Brinkman (Beyond): AI#HospitalityLeadership #SystemiseToScale #STRGrowthSHOW LINKSDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 11/24/25 |  Why Your Reputation Lives or Dies on Cleaning (Not Branding) | I’m a firm believer that great operations beat great intentions, every time.In this episode of Building It, I sat down with Noelia Novella, founder of Doinn, to unpack the unglamorous engine room of our trade: cleaning, maintenance, and the workflows that either delight guests… or quietly drain profit.After a decade building an ops platform now used in 20 countries, Noelia has the scars and the playbook. We dig into how to standardise quality without sending supervisors everywhere, and the specific numbers behind linen logistics, routing, and rework that affect your margins.SHOW LINKS • Doinn – Smart operations for STRs: https://www.doinn.com • VRMA – Vacation Rental Management Association: https://www.vrma.org #ops #cleaningstandards #hospitalitytech Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 11/17/25 |  Airbnb Experiences? How About Private Chefs? A Dragon's Den Founder's Story | What's the most profitable question in history? "Would you like fries with that?" 🍟It’s the original upsell, and it built an empire. In our world, airlines, hotels, and OTAs all do it. And yes, Airbnb is building it with "Experiences." We all know we should be offering more than just a bed, but let's be honest—it’s hard.That's why I was so excited to sit down with Siddhi Mitall, co-founder of Y-Hangry. She's not just talking about it; she's building the platform that delivers the ultimate "fries with that" moment: a private chef in your property.This is one of the most inspiring "Building It" stories I've heard. Siddhi and her co-founder left high-flying careers as traders at Barclays to chase a hunch. They started with almost nothing—just a PDF menu and a WhatsApp chat to test their idea.That hustle got them onto Dragon's Den and into the legendary Y Combinator accelerator (the one that backed Airbnb and Stripe!).SHOW LINKS Yhangry — https://www.yhangry.com BBC Dragon’s Den — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLHZOFZHfAc#UpsellsThatWork #ExperientialStays #Hospitality📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 - Intro: Bridging Food & Accommodation 01:41 - "Why Are You Hangry?" - The Origin Story 02:20 - The Power of a Co-Founder02:59 - The "Hunch": Starting with WhatsApp & a PDF 05:15 - How Y-Hangry is Different (Personalisation vs. Fixed Menus) 08:08 - The Lean Startup: Proving Demand Before Building Tech 12:40 - Bootstrapping, Quitting Corporate, & Dragon's Den 16:23 - Why They Said "Yes to Every Shot" (Including Dragon's Den) 18:25 - The Truth About TV: Why 2M Viewers Didn't Lead to Immediate Sales 19:10 - The "Aha!" Moment: Realising the Long Lead Time of a Booking 21:13 - The Big Pivot: Discovering 55% of Bookings Were in Holiday Homes 23:39 - Founder Advice: Hospitality is Hard, It's About People 25:33 - How to Connect with Y-Hangry#HospitalityLeadership #SystemiseToScale #STRGrowthDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍 Join the Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Community: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🔗 Connect with Bart Sobies for industry insights, tools, and resources: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Catch every episode of The Accommodation Show here: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com✨ Ready to take things up a level? Come to STRIVE: https://www.striveconferences.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 11/10/25 | Is This the Tool That Finally Solves Guest Messaging? Cole Rubin Conduit | My litmus test for "useful AI" is simple: does this tool buy back my time, or just find new ways to spend it?The best insights come from peers. At VRMA, Dennis (Casiola) told me I had to see what Cole Rubin and Conduit were building. This is that conversation.We're not talking AI hype; we're talking a real-world look at 85% guest message automation with a 95% guest satisfaction score. We dive into the "hospitable AI" model (knowing when to escalate) and the "omnichannel inbox" (including live phone calls!) that makes it all possible.If you're trying to separate AI hype from reality, this episode provides a clear picture of what's actually possible.Conduit — https://conduit.aiCole on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/cole-rubin-368089159/#operationalexcellence #AIforthefrontdesk #PMS📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 - Intro: Cole Rubin from Conduit01:17 - The Power of Customer Referrals at VRMA02:46 - What is Conduit? The Elevator Pitch03:32 - The Origin Story: From Slack App to Y Combinator05:47 - Finding the "Ideal Customer Profile" (100+ Listings)07:16 - The Core Problem: Fragmented Guest Communication08:43 - Building the Omnichannel Inbox (The Foundation)10:08 - Handling Social Media, Email, SMS & Phone (VoIP)12:47 - How the AI Maps Contacts from Different Channels13:43 - Using Slack for the AI-to-Human Handoff16:00 - The "Game Changer": 85% Message Automation17:36 - Automating Pre-Booking Inquiries & Availability18:44 - The "Triangulation" Upsell Workflow (Guest -> Cleaner -> Guest)21:57 - The Partner Marketplace & Community (The "Salesforce" Model)24:12 - The Tech Stack: Twilio, 11Labs, GPT, Claude & Gemini27:25 - Why a Small, Young Team Can Out-Innovate Big Tech29:16 - Cole's Advice: Ask AI How to Automate Your Business31:40 - Is Automation More Important Than AI?32:10 - The Most Important Thing to Evaluate in an AI Tool34:18 - How to Connect with Cole & Conduit▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ibooked.online Book Direct Websites🌐 Website: https://www.ibooked.online🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibooked-online👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ibookedonlinefb/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibooked.onlineDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.SHOW LINKSYouTube Chapters | — | ||||||
| 10/27/25 |  The Counter-Intuitive Strategy: Why Fewer Properties Meant More Revenue with Tom Goodwin | What if the secret to growing your revenue was shrinking your portfolio?In this episode of Building It, I sit down with Tom Goodwin of Mountain Laurel Chalets, a 50-year-old family legacy business in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. When Tom stepped in to turn the struggling company around in 2012, his first move was radical: he cut 40 underperforming properties. The result? Revenue jumped 75%.This is a powerful story about building for quality and profitability over sheer volume. Tom shares his playbook for raising standards (even when it means letting owners and staff go), rebuilding after losing half the business to wildfires, and why they strategically reduced their direct booking percentage from 85% to find the right channel mix.Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00:00 - Intro: The Nicest Guy in Short-Term Rentals?00:01:37 - Marrying Into a 50-Year-Old Vacation Rental Legacy (Since 1972) 00:02:46 - From Non-Profit Ops to Turning Around the Family Business00:04:09 - The Origin Story: How Neighbours Became a Hospitality Business 00:08:06 - Taking the Reins: Preserving a Legacy While Driving Change 00:10:01 - The Turnaround Strategy: Cutting 40 Properties to Increase Revenue 00:13:20 - Unbuilding to Rebuild: The Painful Process of Raising Standards00:14:27 - Data Deep Dive: Finding the Sweet Spot for Profitability00:18:03 - Changing the Culture: Letting Go of Staff & Setting New Standards00:20:55 - Disaster Strikes: Losing Half the Business Overnight to Wildfires00:22:38 - The Evolution of STR: Navigating OTAs & Direct Bookings 00:26:36 - The Growth Plan: Quality Over Quantity (Targeting 120 Homes) 00:29:14 - Why High Margins Matter: Investing in People & Quality00:31:09 - Acquisition Lessons: Why Organic Growth Can Be Better 00:33:32 - The #1 Focus for the Next 10 Years: Guest Experience 00:36:27 - Connect with Tom GoodwinACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ibooked.online Book Direct Websites🌐 Website: https://www.ibooked.online🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibooked-online👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ibookedonlinefb/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibooked.online Strive Conferences🌐 Website: https://www.striveconferencescom👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/striveconferences📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveconferences▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. | — | ||||||
| 10/19/25 |  From Speaking with Tony Robbins to Building Queenstown's #1 AirBNB Business | Welcome to Season 20! Savannah Jackson (Hello Queenstown) reveals her "go deep, not wide" strategy, building her own cleaning and linen companies, and how she funded it all without using her own capital.It’s a powerful lesson in vertical integration, hybrid growth (acquisition + organic), and the "Screw It, Let's Do It" mindset.SHOW LINKS Hello Queenstown → https://www.helloqueenstown.nz The Accommodation Show → https://www.theaccommodationshow.com#MarketPositioning #OperationalDiscipline #HospitalityStrategyibooked.online Book Direct Websites🌐 Website: https://www.ibooked.online🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibooked-online👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ibookedonlinefb/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibooked.online Strive Conferences🌐 Website: https://www.striveconferencescom🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/striveconferences/👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/striveconferences📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveconferences 📋 In this episode, we discuss:[00:00] Introduction and Hello Queenstown[01:01] From Stockbroking to Short-Term Rentals[02:12] Retiring at 45 and Starting Again in Queenstown[05:03] Building the Largest Cleaning and Linen Operation[07:19] Mindset Shifts: Service Over Commission[10:48] Lessons from Early Entrepreneurship[14:04] Scaling from 10 to 150 Properties in Two Years[17:56] Branding Power: The Office on Queenstown’s Roundabout[19:59] Developer Partnerships and Long-Term Growth[23:00] Building Without Capital: Creative Lending and Syndicates[25:45] Service, Professionalism, and Confidence as Growth Drivers[26:47] Community Ties in a Small Town[29:21] Why Hello Queenstown Won’t Expand Beyond Queenstown[31:01] Diversifying into Activities and Concierge Services[32:03] Final Advice: “Screw It, Just Do It”▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 9/15/25 |  The Strategy to Scale from 20 to 550+ Properties with Dennis Goedheid | You've survived your first year. Now what? How do you break through the growth plateau and scale from 20 properties to 500+?In Part 2 of my Building It conversation with Dennis Goedheid, founder of Casiola, we dive into the playbook for the scale-up. Dennis reveals his unconventional but brilliant growth hack: buying contracts directly from his competitors.He gives a step-by-step masterclass on how to find, value, and structure these small acquisition deals—covering everything from asset deals and escrow to the non-compete clauses you need to protect yourself. This is one of the most tactical episodes we've ever done.SHOW LINKSCasiola: https://www.casiola.comFranchise: https://www.casiola.com/franchise/#DirectBookings #ScalingSmart #AccommodationShow📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00:00 - Intro: Part 2 - After the First Year Failure00:01:24 - The Founder's Trap: Focusing on Operations Instead of Sales00:04:28 - Why Founders Get Stuck and Avoid Growth00:07:41 - A Growth Hack: Buying Contracts From Your Competitors00:13:21 - The Playbook for Acquiring STR Contracts (A Masterclass)00:15:00 - Asset Deal vs. Business Purchase: How to Avoid Liability00:15:40 - The Most Important Clause in a Management Contract00:17:36 - How to Use an Escrow to Protect Your Acquisition Deal00:23:39 - The ROI of Buying Contracts vs. Traditional Marketing00:27:36 - The Pandemic Pivot: De-Risking by Expanding to New Markets00:30:04 - The Aruba Case Study: From Partnership to 150 Homes in 2 Years00:35:50 - A Crucial Lesson for Scaling: SIMPLIFY Everything▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ibooked.online Book Direct Websites🌐 Website: https://www.ibooked.online🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibooked-online👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ibookedonlinefb/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ibooked.online Strive Conferences🌐 Website: https://www.striveconferencescom🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/striveconferences/👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/striveconferences📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/striveconferencesDon't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 9/8/25 |  Building It: The Playbook for Buying Your First Property Management Business | What if the smartest way to start in a crowded market isn't to start from scratch?In this episode of Building It, I sit down with Dennis Goedheid, the founder of Casiola, who took an unconventional path. He bypassed the initial grind by acquiring a 20-property business to get his start.We break down his playbook for buying a business, the brutal honesty of his first-year failure (with negative growth), and the standardization strategy he used to scale to over 550 properties. This is a masterclass in creative and resilient entrepreneurship.Connect with Dennis:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisgoedheid/Casiola: https://www.casiola.com/Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro: The Founder's Shortcut to Starting an STR Business00:01:15 - Scaling Global: Taking a US Vacation Rental Brand to Europe00:02:22 - The Onboarding Filter: Setting Property Standards for Your STR Brand00:05:20 - The Scaling Mandate: Why You Must Standardise Your Operations00:08:13 - Startup Strategy: Buying a Vacation Rental Business vs. Building From Scratch00:09:45 - The Vacation Rental Myth: The Brutal Reality of "Passive Income"00:11:36 - The Buy vs. Build Playbook: A Shortcut for STR Entrepreneurs00:12:17 - Acquisition 101: How to Value & Buy a Property Management Company00:20:31 - Due Diligence Tip: The Power of Property Location Density00:23:27 - The First-Year Failure: Overcoming Negative Growth as a Founder00:31:55 - Accidental Branding: How a Simple Colour Built Their Brand Identity00:37:25 - Founder's Final Playbook: Creative Financing & Strategic Partnerships▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 9/1/25 |  He Built One of Australia's Biggest STR Brands. Here's His Full Story. | It's one of the biggest success stories in the Australian short-term rental industry: a founder builds a brand from the ground up and navigates it to a headline-making $50 million+ acquisition by a global giant. But how did he actually do it?In this episode of Building It, I sit down with Quirin Schwaighofer, the Co-Founder of MadeComfy, to get the full story behind one of Australia's most recognised STR brands. Quirin reveals the powerful 15-year plan he created at age 30, which became the blueprint for his entire career and eventual exit.This isn't just an inspiring story; it's a deep dive into the mindset and strategy required to build a truly valuable asset. We break down the brilliant pivot that gave MadeComfy a huge competitive advantage and the inside story of how the landmark deal with OYO really happened (starting with a single message on LinkedIn).Quirin Schwaighofer is the Co-CEO & Co-Founder of the Australian accommodation innovator, MadeComfy. A seasoned expert in scaling high-growth businesses, he raised over $20 million in capital before leading MadeComfy to one of the largest exits in the history of Australia’s short-term rental industry.Guest & Company Links:MadeComfy Website: https://www.madecomfy.com.auQuirin Schwaighofer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quirinschwaighofer/OYO Website: https://www.oyorooms.com/Chapters:00:00 - Intro: Building an Airbnb Business to a $50M+ Acquisition02:08 - A Founder's 15-Year Plan for Financial Freedom09:52 - Why True Financial Independence Isn't About Money15:11 - Surviving COVID with Only 3 Months of Runway18:38 - The Strategic Pivot Beyond Airbnb for Massive Growth21:22 - Building a Moat: Why Their Strategy Was Kept Secret28:20 - The "Aha!" Moment: When the New Strategy Proved a Winner32:03 - How OYO Discovered & Acquired Them (The LinkedIn Message)39:33 - The Hardest Part of the Acquisition Process50:04 - What's Next for MadeComfy After the OYO Acquisition55:30 - A Founder's Advice for Airbnb & STR Entrepreneurs▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
| 8/25/25 | From 90 to 250 Airbnb Listings: Lisa’s No-Fluff Strategy for Growth | You don’t get to 250+ properties by chance. You build it. Brick by brick. System by system. Mistake by mistake.That’s exactly what Lisa Peterson did.Last week in Part 1, we talked about profitability, the stuff that actually matters. We explored how Lisa built L’Abode Accommodation from scratch, kept her business lean, and stayed focused on profit.That episode struck a chord. So we kept the mics on.In Part 2, we go deeper. We step inside the engine room of Lisa’s operation and unpack how it all works.We cover:✔️ How she scaled from 90 to 250+ properties without breaking herself ✔️ The systems that allow her to deliver a consistent guest experience at scale ✔️ The extras she charges for — and why guests actually love them ✔️ The KPIs that matter (and the ones she completely ignores)This episode is for anyone in the accommodation space who wants to scale without the chaos, grow without losing quality, and build a business that doesn’t burn you out.👉 Whether you run a motel, a short-term rental, or a growing hospitality brand, you’ll find real, usable insights here.Hit play. Take notes. Then go build something that works.👇 Drop a comment if this one hit home.SHOW LINKS:L’Abode Accommodation → https://labodeaccommodation.com.auThe Accommodation Show → https://www.theaccommodationshow.com#SystemBasedGrowth #HospitalityInsights #SustainableBusiness📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 – Scaling Fast: From 90 to 250 Properties 01:31 – Early Challenges: Onboarding, Owners, and Guest Issues 04:23 – Streamlining with Tech: From Gantt Charts to monday.com 06:15 – No Marketing, Just Referrals: The Growth Secret 07:34 – Cleaning Dilemma: In-House Teams vs. Contractors 09:59 – Partnering with Contractors: Advanced Clean & Regional Teams 13:19 – Profitability Insights: Margins on Cleaning & Linen 15:48 – Service Fees and Maintenance: Where the Real Profit Is 18:44 – Why Management Fees Alone Don’t Work 21:52 – Choosing the Right Owners: Cutting Bad Fits Early 24:24 – Competing in a Crowded Market: Branding & Extras 26:36 – Final Tips: KPIs, Accountability, and Profitability▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence. | — | ||||||
| 8/18/25 | How to Build a Business That Pays You Back (Lisa Peterson L'abode) | What if the real secret to success isn’t more properties, more tech, or a bigger team… but something far simpler?In this episode of Building It, I sit down with Lisa Peterson, founder of L’Abode Accommodation — a business she started from her bedroom, now managing over 250 properties across five states. She’s one of the most grounded, thoughtful operators I’ve ever met, and her story is packed with wisdom for anyone in the accommodation space.We dive into the one thing so many people overlook when they’re growing their business: profitability. Not revenue, not bookings — but actually making money. The kind of business that pays you back for the effort you put in, instead of draining you dry.SHOW LINKS:L’Abode Accommodation – https://www.labodeaccommodation.com.au#HospitalityProfit #ScalingWithSystems #AccommodationGrowth📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 – Meet Lisa Peterson: From 13 Years in Business to 250 Properties 01:22 – Why Sharing Knowledge Fuels Industry Success 05:28 – Building Community and Connection in Short-Term Rentals 07:58 – Growing Up with Nothing: Lessons in Hard Work and Money 14:20 – Discovering Holiday Rentals and the Spark to Start 16:39 – Launching with $10k and Scaling to 90 Properties in 6 Months 19:24 – Solving Problems with Scalable Systems 22:40 – Why Concierge Services Don’t Pay and Cutting Unprofitable Tasks 25:20 – Building a 50/50 Onshore/Offshore Team 26:34 – Tracking Staff Performance with Monday.com and Hubstaff 31:18 – Profitability Mindset: Beyond 20% Management Fees 34:07 – Final Tips: Increase Net Profit and Build a Real Business▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support. | — | ||||||
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