For Your Own Good

By Kassidy WarrenBusiness

For Your Own Good episodes

July 19, 2025Mastering Guest Experiences: Lessons from Luxury Hotels to Short-Term Rentals | Ep064
In this episode of For Your Own Good, I sat down with Katie Cline, who’s basically a hospitality wizard. She’s worked with big names like Ritz-Carlton and Marriott, and now she’s crushing it in short-term rentals. We got into all the good stuff: how to make your guests feel like VIPs (that arrival moment is everything!), what luxury hotels can teach Airbnb hosts, and Katie’s wild ride from corporate life to owning properties in Lake George and Saratoga. Plus, she opened up about moving to London, being a mom, and dreaming big—like maybe buying a motel next! Whether you’re a host, a real estate newbie, or just love a good story, this one’s for you—you need to hear this!
Key topics discussed:
Why hospitality and customer service matter in hotels and short-term rentals
Katie’s shift from corporate hospitality to investing in real estate
Tips for creating a memorable guest arrival experience
Managing guest expectations and tricky interactions
The future of short-term rentals—how to stand out in a crowded market
Katie’s personal journey: London life, motherhood, and entrepreneurial dreams
Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313
Watch YouTube to catch the video versions: https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren
Connect with Hosts/Guests:
KASSIDY
https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren
KATIE
https://www.instagram.com/bykatiecline/
#ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren #FYOG
54 min
July 17, 2025This Is Where Most People Quit—Don’t Be One of Them! | Ep063
It’s been a while since I sat down and talked to you one-on-one. In this solo episode, I wanted to share what’s really been on my mind after recording over 50 episodes of this podcast.
I’ve learned so much, from growing the show, traveling, meeting guests, and honestly, just pushing through my own fears. And I’m finally starting to understand what it really means to trust yourself and go after what you want.
In this episode, I talk about:
What most people never do when chasing their dream
Why showing up daily is more powerful than being perfect
How I started believing in myself
Why your dream should feel like joy, not suffering
And what changes when you finally stop waiting and go all in
If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure, I hope this gives you the push you need.
Thanks for being here, it truly means a lot. Let’s keep growing together. 🤝
#KassidyWarren
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassidywarren/

Listen to #FYOG Podcast on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313
Watch #FYOG Podcast on Spotify
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25 min
July 14, 2025Why Are We Sicker Than Ever? The Dark Truth About America’s Health Crisis | Ep062
In this episode, I sit down with Albe Tremblay, founder of Superpower, to dive into how America got so sick, and whether AI can save us or make things worse. We explore the rise of chronic illness, how tech might help us live longer, and what it actually takes to stay healthy into your 80s and 90s.
If you’ve been wondering whether AI like ChatGPT has a place in your health journey, this conversation might surprise you.
In this episode of For Your Own Good, we talk about:
Ultra-processed food, whether ChatGPT should be your doctor, and why we blame individuals for problems the system created.
Albe breaks down how Superpower is changing the game:
Making personalized healthcare actually affordable
Giving people 100+ biomarker insights without the $10K concierge price tag
Building a platform that keeps your health data private and in your control
Creating a brand that makes health feel cool, not clinical

#KassidyWarren
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kassidywarren/

#AlbeTrenblay
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albetremblay
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/albetremblay/
Website: https://superpower.com/

Listen to #FYOG Podcast on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313
Watch #FYOG Podcast on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/1UfWzqSpuL685ReFGnIrgB
Watch #ForYourOwnGood on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren
1 hr 28 min
July 12, 2025How this CEO Races Cars AND Builds Empires | Ep061
In this episode of For Your Own Good, I sit down with David Leko, CEO of Deal Machine, to unpack his wild journey from racing cars to building a top-tier real estate tech company. We dig into genius strategies for snagging off-market real estate deals, what it takes to lead a team with zero drama, and how David balances burning rubber on the track with running a business. Whether you’re a real estate investor, an entrepreneur, or just love a good story about passion and hustle, this episode’s got something for you!

Key Topics Discussed:
David’s story: From racing a Ginetta to founding Deal Machine
Real estate investing: How to find off-market deals using data and tech
Leadership: Building a drama-free team and clearing roadblocks like a pro
Racing passion: Why it’s his ultimate stress-buster and focus sharpener
Software secrets: How Deal Machine’s AI and data tools give investors an edge
Stick around for tips you can actually use and a peek into David’s world—hit that play button!
#ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren #FYOG
Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313
Watch YouTube to catch the video versions: https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren
Connect with Hosts/Guests:
KASSIDY
https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren
DAVID
https://www.instagram.com/dlecko/
1 hr 6 min
July 10, 2025AI will never replace human employees | Here’s The Reason | Ep060
In this episode, we explore how far AI agents have come, what’s holding them back, and the real-world strategies that founders and startups are using to scale smarter, not just faster.
In this episode of For Your Own Good, we talk about:
Next big career wave
What even is an AI agent?
Why most startups struggle with messy data
How founders can win by creating daily content
The power of TikTok for testing startup ideas
Real talk: Human connection in an AI-driven world
Whether you're building a startup, automating workflows, or just curious how AI actually “thinks,” this conversation is packed with actionable insights on using AI responsibly, creatively, and effectively.

Connect with Host/Guests:
KASSIDY
https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren
JUSTIN
https://www.instagram.com/justinfineberg
1 hr 3 min
July 07, 2025 MILLENNIALS Are Broke, Burned Out & Done With Corporate Lies (Wage Gap Exposed) | Ep059
Unlock Your Purpose & Escape the Grind: Danielle Roberts' Raw Truth on Work, Wealth & Identity.

Danielle Roberts (TEDx Speaker, anti-career coach) drops a BOMBSHELL conversation: Why the workforce is broken, millennials hold just 10% of wealth, and how chasing paychecks destroys your soul.

Discover:
Shocking Stat: It takes the AVERAGE worker 5 LIFETIMES to earn what a CEO makes in ONE YEAR.
The Crisis: "No job can fill the void of a half-lived life." Why purpose is decaying at work.
Toxic Work? How YOU allow it (and how to stop).
Values Over Paychecks: "I won't take money from someone antithetical to my values."
The REAL Fear: Why "Fear of Success" traps you more than fear of failure.
The Anti-Vision Method: Flip what you HATE into your dream career path.
Your Gut is Right: How burnout and anxiety are signals to radically change.

Watch her TED talk Why Working Harder Isn't Working
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1d6ucXh5z0

Kassidy: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren/
Daniel: https://www.instagram.com/imdanielleroberts/
#ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren
1 hr 20 min
July 05, 2025 from Immigrant to White House Speaker: Diego’s Fight for the American Dream | EP 53
From coming to America at 9 years old with a tourist visa to building a $100M real estate empire while undocumented, Diego Corzo reveals the untold truth about what it really takes to achieve the American Dream. In this episode, he breaks down his journey as a DACA recipient who became financially free at 26, spoke at the White House, and built a 17-agent real estate team generating over 300 transactions annually. If you're making excuses about your circumstances, feeling stuck in your career, or wondering how to build real wealth through real estate, this one's for you.

/ CONNECT WITH US
/Guest: Diego Corzo is a real estate entrepreneur and DACA recipient who built a multi-million dollar business despite being undocumented. After arriving from Peru at age 9 and facing barriers like being unable to work or drive until age 22, he used house hacking and strategic partnerships to create financial freedom. His unique story combines immigration advocacy with practical wealth-building strategies that have inspired thousands. He now leads the FI Investors community and speaks nationally about entrepreneurship and immigration.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdiegocorzo/
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Host: Kassidy Warren - Real estate entrepreneur
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren/

/ CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
00:44 - What is DACA and Diego's Immigration Story
08:30 - Finding Courage to Speak Out Publicly
14:25 - Building Wealth Through House Hacking
26:54 - From Individual Agent to Real Estate Team
33:17 - The Four Freedoms and Building Life vs Lifestyle
41:04 - What Realtors Are Missing in 2025
45:33 - NAR Settlement Changes
48:22 - Scaling Real Estate Business
52:18 - Overcoming Speech Impediment
59:37 - FI Investors Community

/ LISTEN & WATCH:

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1UfWzqSpuL685ReFGnIrgB
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren
1 hr 2 min
July 03, 2025Why Our Education System Is Failing Kids – And How to Fix It | Ep058
What if everything you thought about education, kids, and success was wrong?In this heart-opening and mind-expanding conversation, I am ijoined by Sam Demma - a 25-year-old powerhouse speaker, bestselling author of Empty Your Backpack, and a rising voice reshaping how we approach youth, purpose, and learning. Sam gets real about why schools are broken, why so many kids are misunderstood, and how chasing your dream, even if you “fail”, can give you everything you actually need. From stories of ADHD kids becoming pro drummers to the secret formula for actually listening, this episode is a must-watch for educators, parents, students, and dreamers alike.In this episode of For Your Own Good, we talk about:
Why school systems desperately need a reset
The most undervalued trait in students (and how to nurture it)
Sam’s personal story of rejection, resilience, and reinvention
Why traditional teaching might not be the answer
The real way to connect with kids: no lectures, just questions
The one shift that would change education overnight
What makes someone truly listen (and how to practice it)
The hidden success in “failing” your big dream

Connect with Host/Guest:
KASSIDY: https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren/SAM DEMMA: https://www.instagram.com/sam_demma/
YouTube:⁠ ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@‌kassidywarren Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1UfWzqSpuL685ReFGnIrgB
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313
1 hr 8 min
June 30, 2025Building NYC’s Cult Yogurt Brand from Scratch | Ep057
Kiki Couchman turned a cease & desist into a viral rebrand — and is building the coolest yogurt brand NYC’s ever seen.
Founder of NYC’s cult yogurt brand Sour Milk, Kiki joins me live in front of an audience to talk about how she’s turning probiotics and packaging into a full-blown brand movement. This episode is part startup war story, part brand-building masterclass, and part love letter to making weird things work.
We cover:
Why she changed the name mid-launch and made it go viral
Building credibility with no investors, no retail, and no playbook
The gritty realities of cold chain CPG and fighting Big Dairy
How she’s scaling without burning out — while still making reels every day
Her vision for authentic storytelling, internet-native brands, and being the yogurt of a generation
Plus, we open it up for audience Q&A, and Kiki drops real gems about identity, risk, co-founder relationships, and her take on building in public without selling out. If you’re a founder, creator, or brand nerd — this one’s for you.
Recorded at Founders Common in NYC, a big thanks to Damian and Founders Common for hosting us.
Watch YouTube to catch the video versions:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren⁠
Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-your-own-good/id1793769313

Connect with Hosts/Guests:
Kassidy
https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren
Kiki
https://www.instagram.com/couchwoman
Founders Common
https://lu.ma/founderscommon
https://www.instagram.com/founderscommon
#ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren #FYOG
1 hr 17 min
June 28, 2025 How to Host a Killer Event and Crush It in Short-Term Rentals with Natalie Palmer | Ep056
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/id1793769313
Watch YouTube to catch the video versions: https://www.youtube.com/@KassidyWarren
Connect with Hosts/Guests:
KASSIDY
https://www.instagram.com/kassidy.warren
NATALIE
https://www.instagram.com/__nataliepalmer/
#ForYourOwnGood #KassidyWarren #FYOG
54 min