Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 722. This podcast features a roundtable discussion with leaders from the AI-assisted property management industry, including representatives from Host AI, Hello Hostie, Guest Guru, Journey, and Bestie AI. The conversation focuses on how AI technologies are being leveraged to transform the property management and hospitality sectors, offering advantages such as automation of repetitive tasks, enhancing guest and employee satisfaction, and predictions for the future impact of AI in the industry. Key topics include the potential for AI to handle various aspects ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 721. This episode features an interview with Enrico Schaefer, the founding attorney of Traverse Legal PLC, who specializes in representing hosts and management companies in legal disputes against Airbnb. Over the past four years, particularly during COVID-19, Schaefer has helped clients recover millions from Airbnb for wrongful refunds, suspensions, and listing takedowns. The discussion emphasizes the importance of collective action among hosts, illustrating how Schaefer's legal expertise has assisted in fighting against unfair practices and arbitrary decisi ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 720. On this episode of the Boostly podcast we sit down with Mike Michalowicz who has had a big influence on Mark and the company. We then dive into an in-depth discussion about Michalowicz's book, 'All In'. Mark talks about his anticipation and preparation for this special 'hat trick' appearance of Michalowicz on his podcast, aiming to ask novel questions specifically about the book. Michalowicz shares insightful details about his 'All In' approach, including his philosophy on hiring, the importance of recognizing an individual's potential through curiosity ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 719. This episode of the Boostly podcast features a deep dive into Breezeway, a property operations and guest experience platform, with its CEO and founder, Jeremy. The platform, which focuses on helping short-term rental hosts improve the guest experience through optimal property preparation, maintenance, and communication, is discussed in detail. Jeremy shares insights into the genesis of Breezeway, its core functionalities including detailed task management, messaging for seamless host-guest communication, and guidebooks for enhancing guest experience. Th ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 718. This episode of The Boosty Podcast features in-depth discussions on leveraging StayFi for improving direct bookings, email and text message marketing, and the benefits of StayFi's new homepage feature. It highlights how StayFi, initially a WIFI marketing company, has evolved to empower short-term rental operators in collecting guest data and facilitating direct bookings, thereby reducing reliance on third-party platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. The podcast covers the integration of StayFi with various property management software, outlines strategies for ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 717. In this episode of the Boostly Podcast, host Liam discusses Bid and Stay with its founder, Emma Johnson of BidnStay a new service that facilitates last-minute accommodation bookings by enabling hosts to 'auction off' their vacant spaces. Emma explains how hosts set a silent reserve price that they are willing to accept, and guests can secure a booking by beating this reserve. The podcast discusses increasing occupancy rates and promoting direct booking by developing local activity packages for guests. Finally, Emma shares her path to establishing Bid a ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 716. In 2024, the short-term rental industry faces the increasing problem of unfair regulations. David Krauss, CEO and co-founder of Rent Responsibly, discusses this issue and presents potential solutions. The discussion digs into how to stand against the legislation that threatens short-term rental businesses all over the world. David sheds light on Rent Responsibly, a platform designed to educate and empower hosts to respond to these regulatory challenges. He also introduces the Rent Responsibly Network, a community platform dedicated to short-term rentals ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 715. In this episode of Boostly, Ron Curtis, founder of WavyStays, discusses his journey in the short-term rental business and how he manages 20 properties while working a full-time job. He details his strategy of co-hosting and the opportunities it offers for revenue generation. The episode further delves into the technical aspects of running such a business, with specific software recommendations and the role of data in decision-making. Finally, Ron emphasizes the importance of marketing oneself early on, as well as the potential growth of the hospitality ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 714. Mark sits down with Laura Muse, a successful hospitable host based in Sheffield, about her journey in the hospitality industry. Laura shares her personal experiences from transitioning from property investor and developer to a luxury holiday let owner in the Peak District. She discusses her love for renovation and interior design, the joy of creating lasting memories for guests, and the challenges of managing staff. She also touches on the importance of integrating technology into the hospitality industry. Further, she mentions the satisfaction she gets ..read more

Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 713. Mark and Maddy discuss how to maximize business success in 2024 by focusing on experiential travel and creating direct booking strategies. They describe how Mount, Maddy's company, enables businesses to provide a variety of experiences to travelers ensuring an increase in guest reviews and converting more guests into superfans. Mark shares his own experiences and strategies in the hospitality industry, including the importance of knowing your guest avatar, building a database, and creating partnership experiences. They also introduce a joint initiative ..read more