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In this episode, I’m breaking down my real daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly routines—and how systems and a strong team let me run 45 properties without doing it all. Ever wondered what a business owner’s day really looks like behind the scenes?

Tools mentioned in this Episode: 

Hospitable 

Monday.com 

Turno 

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In this episode, Janice Laraine shares how storytelling, design, and thoughtful touch points help short-term rental and boutique hotel hosts create memorable guest experiences. Learn practical ways to connect emotionally with guests, build loyalty, and grow your property’s brand without feeling overwhelmed.

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Find her on Instagram: @madm.co

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In this episode, I share how to hire, train, and manage cleaners so your short-term rental business runs like clockwork. After all, your guest experience lives and dies by the state of your property. 

Tools mentioned in this Episode:

Turno 

Breezeway  

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In this episode, Brindy Bringhurst shares how the co-hosting model helps hosts scale short-term rentals without burnout. Learn practical ways to set boundaries, find balance, and grow smarter.

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Find her on Instagram: @airbrindy

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In this episode, I break down the essentials of a short-term rental management agreement and why every clause matters. You’ll learn how to protect yourself, set clear expectations, and build stronger client relationships.

Tools mentioned in this Episode: 

Hospitable 

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In this episode, I share the journey of building my team from hiring my very first VA to creating the systems that allow my business to run smoothly. You’ll hear the wins, the challenges, and the lessons that can help you build trust, delegate with confidence, and scale with freedom.

Tools mentioned in this Episode: 

Hospitable 

Monday.com 

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In this episode, we dive into the role of an operations manager and why it’s essential for short-term rental businesses looking to scale. Learn how having the right person in this position can free up your time, streamline systems, and keep your properties running smoothly.

Tools mentioned in this Episode: 

Hospitable 

Monday.com 

Turno 

OpenPhone

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In this episode, Christine Daza shares her journey from nurse practitioner to running East Coast Escape, a thriving family-owned short-term rental business. Discover how she balances leadership, systems, and family life while scaling her property management company.

Tools mentioned in this Episode: 

Slack

Monday.com 

HostBuddy AI 

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Connect with Christine:

Find her on Instagram: @eastcoastescape_

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In this episode, I walk you through the essential tools and systems to simplify client onboarding for your short-term rental management business. From scheduling and invoicing to pricing and property care, discover how to create a seamless process that sets you and your clients up for success.

Tools mentioned in this Episode:

PriceLabs – Dynamic pricing automation for seasons, events, and demand.

Hospitable – PMS with smart lock integration and guest messaging.

Monday.com – Onboarding boards and checklists for consistent client tracking.

Calendly – Client scheduling with booking links to simplify onboarding calls.

QuickBooks – Invoicing, profit/loss tracking, and automated billing.

ClickUp – Alternative project management for onboarding workflows.

Notion – Flexible workspace for documentation and checklists.

Breezeway – Operations tool for guest messaging and housekeeping coordination.

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 Luke shares how he went from being a police officer to managing over 50 short-term rental units in just a few years. He reveals the funding strategies, systems, and mindset shifts that helped him scale quickly while keeping risk low.

Tools mentioned in this Episode: 

HostBuddy AI – For AI-powered guest messaging, seamless PMS integration, and proactive guest support.

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Connect with Luke:

Find him on Instagram: @lukekolk, @kolkhomes

Find him on Facebook: Luke Kolk

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