Turning $400K into $10M: Lessons in Fear, Failure, and Direct Bookings | E13

What does it take to transform $400,000 into $10 million in hospitality assets while building a brand that wins awards in just a few years? In this special crossover episode, we’re featuring a conversation we had as guests on Direct Bookings Simplified, hosted by Gil Chan.

In this episode, we reveal:

•How we tackled fear and failure to seize opportunities others missed.

•The strategies behind our 12% increase in direct bookings—adding $600K+ to our property valuation.

•Why obsessing over guest experience, systems, and culture is the ultimate hospitality growth formula.

Whether you’re an investor, operator, or someone with big dreams in hospitality, this episode is packed with actionable advice and real-world insights.

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