Watch the full interview on YouTube here - https://bit.ly/DirectingBoundaries

In this episode, Neil tackles one of the biggest unspoken fears of being a live-in Airbnb host: unwanted advances from guests. To explore this delicate topic, Neil welcomes Kate Lush, a professional intimacy coordinator for the entertainment industry. Kate shares her expertise on how actors create convincing scenes of intimacy while maintaining professional boundaries, and how hosts can apply this same concept to their hosting business.

For more on Kate's work at SafeSets, go to her webstie here - https://www.ssintimacycoordinators.com/

Safesets Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/safesetsic/

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Knowing and sticking to a predetermined "script" - a clear set of actions, words, and intentions - is essential for avoiding trouble and keeping communications unambiguous.

Hosts should approach their interactions by playing the professional role of "host" to maintain a clear, non-intimate boundary, similar to how an intimacy coordinator advises actors and directors to view scenes technically rather than emotionally.

Being equipped to recognise and deal with potentially awkward situations in a proper and prepared manner drastically diminishes the fear of being subjected to unwanted advances.

BEST MOMENTS

"I am afraid of people coming onto me and I don't know how to handle it."

"If we can be proactive in our behaviour to avoid trouble because we're equipped to recognise and deal with situations in the proper manner, should they occur, then the fear of being subjected to amorous advances should dramatically diminish."

"I have given both guests permission to like each other."

CONTACT DETAILS

Register your interest in spending a day with Superhost Neil here; https://bit.ly/SuperhostNeil-OpenDay

Visit Neil's Airbnb https://bit.ly/SuperhostNeil

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Email: [email protected]

ABOUT THE HOST

Neil has led a fulfilled and unconventional life, navigating an extraordinary journey from the Royal Navy to prop-making in London's West End theatres. Born into a military family, it was a twist of fate which led him to the theatre, where he contributed to iconic productions such as Phantom of the Opera.

Eventually, Neil transitioned to Corporate Event Team Building, eventually founding his own venture in 1999. Financial challenges in 2017 are what prompted a strategic shift to Airbnb hosting, proving a reliable backup income. By 2021, Neil and his business partner triumphed over significant debt, fuelled by their resilience and the success of Neil's Airbnb venture. Now, Neil has left the corporate world behind, thriving solely through his flourishing Airbnb endeavours.

ABOUT THE SHOW

Welcome to "The Airbnb Superhost," your ultimate guide to mastering the art of hosting on Airbnb. In each concise 15-minute episode, Neil will reveal the secrets to creating unforgettable guest experiences and maximizing the potential of your property, drawing on over 9 consecutive years as a qualifying Airbnb Superhost.

With a focus on 3 specific aspects of running an Airbnb business; the host, the property, and Airbnb itself, Neil provides step-by-step guidance on everything from ambience creation to effective communication.

In each episode, a Superhost Secret will help you elevate your hosting game and keep guests coming back for more. Whether you're a seasoned host or just starting out, Neil’s actionable tips and tricks will help you become a hospitality superstar.

Disclaimer: The Airbnb Superhost is in no way affiliated with Airbnb. All ideas, thoughts, concepts and data presented in this podcast are entirely Neil’s own and do not represent the views of Airbnb.

This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/