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341. Problem Solving Hacks for Beginner Short-Term Rental Hosts & Co-Hosts

Mar 14, 2024

Learn about problem-solving hacks for beginner short-term rental hosts and co-hosts from expert Lynn Smith. Discover insights on managing operations, dealing with unique guests, and building a successful hosting business. Explore tips for maintaining healthy boundaries, utilizing technology, and finding clients. Don't miss out on valuable strategies and lessons shared in this episode!

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Quick takeaways

Utilize a must-haves master list to impress guests with thoughtful touches and impeccable amenities.

Prioritize guest service and profitability by sharing innovative strategies and valuable insights from industry experts.

Navigate and overcome common hosting challenges by focusing on problem-solving and implementing effective strategies.

Deep dives

Transforming Ordinary Hosts

Using a must-haves master list developed over 12 years, hosts are equipped to impress guests with thoughtful touches and impeccable amenities, elevating the guest experience. This checklist is a game-changer, revealing insider secrets that even experienced hosts may have overlooked. By challenging hosts to utilize this checklist in their properties, it offers an opportunity to enhance their hosting capabilities and stand out.

Introduction

2min

Exclusive Discounts for Rental Hosts on Top Brands - Minoan Experience

2min

Efficient Digital Real Estate Utilization and Hosting Business Strategies

18min

Efficient Guest Communication and Booking Management

2min

Optimizing Short-Term Rentals with Technology

8min

Enhancing Direct Bookings and Guest Accountability Strategy Insights

6min

Efficient Systems and Contractor Agreements in Rental Properties

18min

Expressing Gratitude and Future Collaborations

3min

Today’s expert guest is Lynn Smith, a short-term rental host and co-host for properties in Oklahoma City and the surrounding area. Informed by a mixed background in public health, event planning, and sales, Lynn started her hosting journey in 2020.

She’s a star member of our Hosting Business Mastery Method and has actually taught us so much over the years, that it came time to feature her unique perspective and approach on the podcast.

Specifically, she’s a master at turning hardships into opportunities. We talk about the technology she’s used to manage her business, hard lessons she’s learned to effectively manage a team, and how she maintains healthy boundaries to keep it all running smoothly.

(00:01:23) #STRShareSunday: @ThatLittleLodge

(00:03:02) Lynn’s Initial Short-Term Rental Experience

(00:10:58) Stop Losing Sleep Over Guest Satisfaction

(00:21:53) Overcoming Roadblocks with STR Tech

(00:28:22) Tips for Dealing with Unique Vacation Rental Guests

(00:37:05) Operations Team Structure for a Hosting Business

(00:46:34) Finding Clients as a Professional STR Co-Host

Resources:

• Lynn’s co-hosting business: stayprofamilia.com

• Instagram: @profamilia_homes

• Check out Breezeway Assist

• Check out PriceLabs