430. Hosting Hotline: How Can I Organize My Hosting Business?

Jan 21, 2025

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Hosting Hotline: How Can I Organize My Hosting Business?

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Welcome to the Hosting Hotline! Today, we’re tackling a fantastic question from Jilayne about staying organized as a busy host and business owner. Whether you’re jotting down ideas on the go, managing multiple properties, or trying to streamline tasks, staying organized is essential for business success.

In this episode, Sarah and Annette share their go-to tool for organization, Asana, and offer actionable tips for using it effectively. From setting due dates to managing recurring tasks and integrating your calendar, this episode is packed with advice to help hosts take control of their to-do lists and reduce overwhelm.

Episode Highlights:

[00:01:00] Listener Shoutout: Celebrating Jilayne’s success and determination as a host and entrepreneur.
[00:02:00] The Power of Organization: Why staying organized is key for hosts running a business, even when life gets busy.
[00:04:00] Why We Love Asana: A breakdown of why Asana is our favorite organization tool and how it works for hosting businesses.
[00:06:00] Pro Tip 1: Always start tasks with a verb or action to keep your to-do list clear and actionable.
[00:08:00] Pro Tip 2: Set due dates for every task to prioritize effectively and avoid overdue tasks.
[00:13:00] Pro Tip 3: Use Asana’s recurring tasks feature to streamline maintenance and operations.
[00:17:00] Pro Tip 4: Integrate Asana with your calendar to ensure your schedule matches your task list.
[00:20:00] Staying Accountable: Why habits matter and how to build them for organizational success.

Resources Mentioned:

Asana: The ultimate organizational tool for hosts.
Paul Minors on YouTube: Expert tutorials on getting started with Asana.
Relay Bank: Our favorite business banking tool for short-term rental hosts.
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