For Your Own Good

Hey everyone! In this episode of For Your Own Good, I’m sitting down with the amazing Natalie Palmer, co-founder of the Level Up Your Listing Summit. We get into how she and Tatiana kicked off this game-changing event after ditching boring real estate conferences for something focused on hospitality and design. Natalie spills the tea on the summit’s three-year growth, including an inspiring story of a woman who rebuilt her life and business post-divorce thanks to the event. We also chat about why design is everything in short-term rentals, the magic of her podcast "No Vacancy," and her bold predictions for the industry’s future (think hosts with 5-20 listings thriving!). Plus, we geek out over event planning hacks and personal goals. Whether you’re an Airbnb newbie or a pro, this convo is full of gold—watch now!Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313Watch YouTube to catch the video versions:  https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarrenConnect with Hosts/Guests:KASSIDY https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warrenNATALIEhttps://www.instagram.com/__nataliepalmer/#ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren  #FYOG

They left everything behind in India with $5,000 in savings, and built a real estate empire in the U.S. 🏠🇺🇸From engineering and design to multi-million dollar Airbnb properties and boutique hotels, Harshad and Ishita's journey is the ultimate Indian immigrant success story.In this episode of For Your Own Good, we talk about:Leaving stable jobs and H-1B visas behindHow they got into short-term rentals with zero capitalCreative deals, burnout, relationship balance, and family back in IndiaMaking $1 million+ in Airbnb cashflowWhy interior design is their superpowerBuilding community and raising capital for hotels🎙 Whether you’re an Indian immigrant, a tech worker, or someone dreaming of financial freedom through real estate—this one’s for you.Connect with Host/Guests:KASSIDY https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warrenHarshadhttps://www.instagram.com/harshad.lalanIshitahttps://www.instagram.com/ishita.interiorsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarrenSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1UfWzqSpuL685ReFGnIrgB?si=e52164b271e44163Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313\#ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren  #FYOG

This episode is packed with branding gold.I’m joined by Amanda Evans, the creative force behind Wayfair Professional’s brand strategy, and we’re diving deep into what actually makes a brand stick (hint: it’s not your logo).Whether you’re a business owner, interior designer, or obsessed with marketing , you’ll want to hear:The Wayfair Pro hack that gives you free design help, delivery, AND installationWhy Taylor Swift is Amanda’s marketing muse—and how we channeled her vibe into a post that hit 30,000 likes.The secret to creating a brand that feels addictive—and why it all comes down to emotion.The “Goldfish Rule” for content: hook people in 5 seconds or lose them for good.Amanda’s honest breakdown of why most ads flop (and how to fix yours today).We also get into a little brand tea—ranting about Walmart’s rebrand, why CVS beats Walgreens, and the magic behind Wayfair’s Tastemaker Program.You’ll leave with at least 3 actionable takeaways to elevate your brand, save time, and stretch your marketing dollars.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313Watch YouTube to catch the video versions:  https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarrenSocials:Kassidy  - https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warrenAmanda Evans https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandasiriannievans/Wayfair Prohttps://www.instagram.com/wayfairprofessional#ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren  #FYOG

Why do nice men stay single? Dating coach Kavita breaks down nice guy syndrome, why women aren’t attracted to “nice” men, and how to become a high-value man.We talk about dating apps, Tinder/Hinge/Bumble profile tips, ChatGPT AI prompts for bios, and the Small Talk Challenge to rebuild social momentum.Learn the mindset fixes for fear of rejection, people-pleasing, and how to stop being “too nice” so you don’t end up friendzoned.We also cover porn’s effect on intimacy, communication, exclusivity, and how to date with integrity.Kavita: https://www.instagram.com/dashingdate/Kassidy: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren// LISTEN & WATCH:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1UfWzqSpuL685ReFGnIrgBYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren

From training college athletes to coaching a Sweet 16 basketball team, Zack Zillner reveals why championship programs train LESS than everyone else. In this episode, he breaks down the controversial 20-minute workout system that replaced hour-long sessions, why the "extra 30 minutes" separates champions from benchwarners, and how Texas built 10 national championship teams in one year. If you're tired of working harder but not getting results and ready to learn the mental toughness secrets that create elite performers, this one's for you./ CONNECT WITH US /GuestZack Zillner is the Director of Sports Performance for University of Miami Men's Basketball (formerly Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for Texas Women's Basketball, leading them to the Sweet 16). With 8 years at Texas and experience at Kansas Basketball, he's revolutionized training by proving that 20-minute daily sessions outperform traditional hour-long workouts. Zack has trained multiple All-Americans and is co-host of the Coach Em Up Podcast.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zack_zillner//HostKassidy Warren - Real estate entrepreneurInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren// CHAPTERS00:00 - Intro00:37 - March Madness Sweet 16 Celebration02:30 - Physical vs Mental Performance in March07:28 - Building Championship Culture at Texas15:20 - The 20-Minute Training Revolution24:10 - Toxic Players: The Crabs in a Bucket Problem27:35 - The Extra 30 Minutes That Separates Champions29:25 - Mental Toughness Through Gratitude34:55 - NIL Money Changes Everything37:05 - Why Daily 20 Minutes Beats 3x Weekly Hours45:50 - Coaching Elite Male & Female Athletes48:10 - Getting Destroyed by Dr. Mike56:40 - Why Strength is Never a Weakness/ LISTEN & WATCH:Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313]Youtube: [https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren]

From $4/hour virtual assistant in Argentina to managing 70+ Airbnb properties worth millions, Federico Zimmer reveals why most short-term rental hosts are getting crushed by Airbnb's algorithm. In this episode, he breaks down the exact revenue management strategies from his airline background, why 85% Airbnb dependence is dangerous, and how he got his properties into Marriott's exclusive network. If you're tired of low occupancy rates and ready to learn the search optimization secrets that separate profitable hosts from those getting delisted, this one's for you.CONNECT WITH US/ Guest Federico Zimerman is the founder of Blackbird Hospitality Management, scaling from 0 to 70+ properties in under 18 months. He brings airline revenue management expertise to short-term rentals, helping property owners maximize profits through strategic pricing and operations. Federico specializes in Airbnb SEO optimization and has become one of the few operators accepted into Marriott's exclusive partner network.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strguide/Host Kassidy Warren - Real estate entrepreneur and short-term rental expertInstagram: https://instagram.com/kassidy.warrenCHAPTERS00:00 - Intro00:37 - Is Airbnb Really Dead?02:30 - The Reliability Factor That Gets You Removed06:49 - Diversifying Beyond Airbnb Platform08:12 - Getting Into Marriott's Exclusive Network12:13 - Why Airbnb Isn't a Hospitality Company15:05 - The Broken Review System21:00 - Revenue Management Secrets From Airlines25:05 - Free Market Research on Airbnb28:16 - The Hot Tub + Pets Filter Hack30:25 - SEO Optimization That Actually Works34:02 - Guest Psychology & Photo Strategy39:35 - Federico's Immigration Journey42:09 - From $4/Hour to Property Empire45:18 - Why America Rewards Value Creation47:00 - Building Trust in Real Estate BusinessLISTEN & WATCH:-Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313-Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren

From posting 3 stories a day to building a $65,000/month content empire, Grant Owen reveals the brutal truth about why 99% of people shouldn't make content. In this episode, he breaks down the exact viral formula that generates millions of views, why remote podcasts are dead, and how to hack Alex Hormozi's feed. If you're tired of creating content that gets no views and ready to learn the 3-second rule that changes everything, this one's for you.CONNECT WITH US/ GuestGrant Owen is the founder of a content agency generating $65K/month, helping brands and creators go viral across all platforms. He's mastered the art of creating content that converts, working with high-ticket clients to generate millions in revenue through strategic social media. Grant specializes in the psychology of viral content and has cracked the code on what makes people click, watch, and buy.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamgrantowen// HostKassidy Warren - Real estate entrepreneur and hotel investorInstagram: https://instagram.com/kassidy.warrenCHAPTERS00:00 - The $65K/Month Content Empire07:02 - Why TikTok Is The Ultimate Testing Ground12:01 - The Brutal Truth About Content Creation19:37 - The 5 Topics That Always Go Viral26:29 - From Corporate to Content Agency44:08 - Why Beliefs Matter More Than Marketing1:00:36 - The 1000 Shitty Videos StrategyLISTEN & WATCH:• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313• Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren

Discover the habits of the rich with Rich Somers - practical money habits, investor mindset tips, and real estate strategies to help you escape the middle-class trap.Want health, money, love, happiness - 100%? Rich breaks down the daily habits and mindset shifts that move every area of your life forward.From “money loves speed” to cutting toxic friends, going all-in, and the two habits that solve 99% of your problems - this episode is a masterclass on getting rich and winning in life.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren/Listen and Watch:Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren

In this episode, Chef Maria Mazon sits down with Kassidy Warren for an unfiltered conversation about identity, failure, and the long road back to self-respect. The twice-nominated James Beard semifinalist opens up about coming out later in life, ballooning stress that nearly closed her flagship restaurant Boca Tacos y Tequila, and the therapy-and-boxing routine that helped her shed seventy pounds and reclaim her joy.Maria explains why she refuses to serve sour cream, what most Americans get wrong about Mexican food, how a single Top Chef audition during lockdown reshaped her career, and why every yellow street dog in Mexico has a piece of her heart. Along the way she shares hard-won lessons on humility, hiring people who need a second chance, and leading a kitchen with both hunger and compassion.Grab a cold Mexican Coke, settle in, and let Maria remind you that even on the hardest days, “the worst case is we still have each other.”// Chapters0:00:00 Intro0:00:38 Owning Every Identity Label0:04:40 Pandemic-Era Top Chef Breakthrough0:08:05 Rock Bottom and Self-Rediscovery0:12:30 Therapy, Boxing, Seventy-Pound Loss0:18:20 James Beard Recognition Explained0:25:10 Restaurant Failures and Lessons0:33:45 Battling Anxiety in the Kitchen0:41:20 Tucson Roots and Community Love0:49:05 Myths of Mexican Cuisine0:56:15 Sonoran Hot Dogs Appreciation1:04:10 Giving Staff Real Opportunities1:12:25 Future TV Vision and Purpose1:25:00 Rapid Fire and Closing Thoughts// CONNECT WITH USGuest – Chef Maria Mazon: https://www.instagram.com/chefmariamazon/Host – Kassidy Warren: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren// LISTEN & WATCH• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313

Kevin Reardon. From Attorney to Hotel Empire: Creative Finance, Marketing Arbitrage & Why Thinking Different PaysKevin Reardon went from sleeping on his law office floor to turning rundown motels into boutique hotel gold mines. In this conversation he breaks down the creative financing structure that got him his first property with zero bank loans, the Facebook ad arbitrage that generated $50K from $200 spend, and why he thinks differently about "expensive" deals than everyone else.What you'll learn:• The triple-net lease + purchase option combo that launched his hotel career• How to solve the seller's problem first (then structure your win)• Why one viral TikTok weekend generated $200K in bookings before opening day• The mindset shift from "I can't afford it" to "does the deal work?"• Marketing arbitrage opportunities most hotel owners still miss• When to double down vs. when to pull back (and his biggest regrets)Kevin also opens up about walking away from a $700K law salary, the danger of taking advice from people who haven't done what you're trying to do, and why he and fiancé Julia choose hotels over houses every time.If you've ever wondered how to think like a creative dealmaker instead of a traditional buyer, this episode rewires your approach to both real estate and life.Chapters0:00:00 Intro0:00:47 Think Different to Earn Different0:11:54 Creative Finance Breakthrough0:25:05 Marketing Your Hotel Today0:37:01 Why Most People Stop0:42:22 Power of Believing Mentors0:48:33 Focusing on Yourself0:57:14 Millennial Education Trap1:05:59 Decluttering Life and Business1:10:05 Closing ThoughtsConnect with KevinInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/kevinreardon/Connect with KassidyInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warrenListen & Watch• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1UfWzqSpuL685ReFGnIrgB