The STR Sisterhood

Boosting Your Short-Term Rental Revenue Through Visual Storytelling With Liz Lyons


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Want to boost your Airbnb bookings and stand out in a crowded short-term rental market?

In this episode of the STR Sisterhood Podcast, I’m joined by Liz Lyons—an expert in short-term rental photography who knows exactly how to turn a listing into a scroll-stopper. With her deep hospitality roots and a creative eye that knows what converts, Liz breaks down how high-quality, professional photos can dramatically increase your occupancy rates and revenue.

We explore how to turn your Airbnb or vacation rental into a booking magnet through visual storytelling—because it’s not just about snapping pretty pictures. It’s about showcasing the experience guests can expect and highlighting the unique features that make your property unforgettable.

From lighting and angles to staging tips and must-have hero shots, Liz shares the insider secrets every host needs to know to attract the right guests—and get them to click “Book Now” faster than ever.

If you're ready to elevate your short-term rental listing and create visuals that sell your stay before guests even arrive, don’t miss this game-changing conversation.


HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY POINTS:


[01:18] A short introduction about our guest Liz Lyons and how she ventured in the world of the hospitality industry

[05:35] Liz’s perspective on how photography serves as a marketing tool to attract your ideal guest

[07:55] Liz shares how to vet the right photographer for short-term rentals to align with your style and creative vision

[12:31] Liz’s insights on using outside photo inspiration that aren't within the photographer’s portfolio

[14:20] What are the must-have shots every short-term rental needs to create a wow factor

[17:57] What are the key things to prepare for when your photographer shows up to ensure that the space is ready and clutter-free

[24:59] Liz's approach to detailed client collaboration to enhance the client-photographer relationship in short-term rental photography

[29:59] Liz’s perspective to navigating remote property management and collaborating with photographers to capture the essence of a space in short-term rental photography

[32:34] Liz's thoughts on professional photography and iPhone photography

[37:47] The importance of high-quality photos to enhance the appeal of short-term rental listings and attract ideal guests

[40:17] The lightning round


Golden Nuggets:


“The number one thing that people tend to forget, is that, at the end of the day, your photography really is just a marketing tool.”

“Short-term rental photography is becoming such a very kind of niche little industry, because you really have to understand what your marketing and what your client wants to market.”

“Your photography is the only way that you have to show people what you have to offer.”

“Our responsibility as owners and operators hosts, is to position the property in the best way possible, so that what we want it to do is be a magnet for our ideal guests.”

“It's so common for us to be people pleasers. I believe, as a woman, as a wife, as a mom, as a sister, a daughter, that we are okay with setting boundaries and saying no, and saying, you know what, I'm sorry, this doesn't feel right, and that's not easy to do sometimes.”

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Website: strphotography.com


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