In this inspiring episode of the Austin Palacios Podcast, we sit down with Lourdes Dominguez — a former tech professional who transitioned into full-time Airbnb co-hosting and real estate investing. Lourdes shares her journey from product manager to entrepreneur, offering raw insight into the emotional and strategic highs and lows of building a business after being laid off from corporate America.

📌 Topics covered:

• How getting laid off launched Lourdes into entrepreneurship
• Launching her first Airbnb and scaling from one to 11+ properties
• Transitioning into co-hosting and property management
• Leveraging AI and automation to optimize operations
• The pros and cons of arbitrage vs. co-hosting
• Using interior design and themed experiences to stand out
• Networking, mentorship, and the role of support systems in success
• The emotional challenges of starting a business and pushing through
• Lourdes' goals, mindset, and advice for new entrepreneurs

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💼 LinkedIn: Lourdes Dominguez
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: enchantedstarcohosting.com