Direct Booking Success Podcast
In her podcast, Jenn shares her vacation rental business knowledge and marketing expertise in solo episodes and interviews with leading experts and her fellow owners and managers.
From aspiring police officer to successful hotel manager, Craig Webb’s journey took an unexpected turn when he discovered the power of digital marketing. But what’s even more surprising is how his experience in the hotel industry can revolutionise the short-term rental market. Are you ready to learn from his insightful strategies and take your business...
Are you a vacation rental property manager who wants to take your guests’ experiences to the next level with personalised and exceptional services? Meet Jacob Wedderburn-Day, a savvy entrepreneur who co-founded Stasher, a brilliant solution to a common travel problem – luggage storage. With a strong background in economics and a passion for business, Jacob...
Sustainability pioneer and vacation rental tech entrepreneur Vanessa de Souza Lage introduces the world’s first sustainability badge for vacation rentals, offering a simple yet impactful way for property managers to reward eco-friendly practices and gain visibility in a growing market. In this episode, you will be able to: Grasp the crucial role sustainable tourism plays...
Are you tired of trying to drive direct bookings by engaging with random guests on social media, only to see no results? It’s time to ditch the ineffective approach and focus on what really works. Join me in this episode and discover the power of engaging with perfect guests on social platforms, showcasing property benefits...
She left her city life behind to move to a remote island and run a holiday let management business with her husband. But when unexpected demand for bookings grows beyond their expectations, will they be able to keep up and maintain their success? Find out in this intriguing tale of a small business that went...
Are you frustrated with trying to achieve higher occupancy rates with curated properties and direct bookings, but not getting the desired results? Discover the secrets to success in this episode, where you will be able to uncover the nuances of crafting a distinguished vacation rental portfolio with the 100 Collection, comprehend the essence of personalising...
In the past few years, the media has been encouraging people to open short-term rentals and make a fortune, but the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 19th century tells us this get rich quick tale may not have a happy ending. In this episode, I explain what it takes to keep your business afloat...
Have you heard of Chat GPT? Of course you have! But do you know how to use it? And how to use it for your STR business specifically? Today’s guest Bart Sobies gives us a brief description of what it is and many examples of how we can benefit from using the AI tool in...
I loved speaking with today’s guest and finding out more about the one thing she has done that has made a real difference to her short-term rental business. Today I spoke with Ged Hartshorn, who has created a way to make her guests feel welcome and, at the same time, retrieve vital information to really...
Have you ever been to an industry conference? This year there are even more than ever before! And no matter where you are in the world, there will probably be one near you. In this episode of the Direct Booking Success Podcast, I give you my list of the must attend short-term rental events in...
How can you collect all your guests’ email addresses, not just the booker? Today I speak with Arthur Colker who founded StayFi, the innovative solution for short-term rental owners and managers who want to collect all of their guests’ email addresses and not solely rely on the online travel agencies like Airbnb. We talk about:...
Does your short-term rental need more bookings this spring? In this episode, I share three practical tips for short-term rental owners and managers to increase bookings quickly. Immediate results are crucial, so I provide actionable advice to help you achieve your booking goals. I talk about: How strange 2023 is for bookings so far The...
What if you could create more revenue while increasing your guests’ experience? That’s precisely what me and Madison Rifkin of Mount discuss in this episode of the Direct Booking Success Podcast. Madison is a young entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in innovation working towards creating better experiences for guests and travellers worldwide. Madison also...
Have you ever thought of inviting an influencer to stay? That’s what today’s guest Emily-Jane Tams did, and the results speak for themselves. Emily-Jane tells us how she did it and lets us in on a few do’s and don’ts along the way…I think you are going to enjoy this one. We talk about: Running...