What if the real secret to success isn’t more properties, more tech, or a bigger team… but something far simpler?

In this episode of Building It, I sit down with Lisa Peterson, founder of L’Abode Accommodation — a business she started from her bedroom, now managing over 250 properties across five states. She’s one of the most grounded, thoughtful operators I’ve ever met, and her story is packed with wisdom for anyone in the accommodation space.

We dive into the one thing so many people overlook when they’re growing their business: profitability. Not revenue, not bookings — but actually making money. The kind of business that pays you back for the effort you put in, instead of draining you dry.

SHOW LINKS:

L’Abode Accommodation – https://www.labodeaccommodation.com.au

#HospitalityProfit #ScalingWithSystems #AccommodationGrowth

📋 In this episode, we discuss:

00:00 – Meet Lisa Peterson: From 13 Years in Business to 250 Properties

01:22 – Why Sharing Knowledge Fuels Industry Success

05:28 – Building Community and Connection in Short-Term Rentals

07:58 – Growing Up with Nothing: Lessons in Hard Work and Money

14:20 – Discovering Holiday Rentals and the Spark to Start

16:39 – Launching with $10k and Scaling to 90 Properties in 6 Months

19:24 – Solving Problems with Scalable Systems

22:40 – Why Concierge Services Don’t Pay and Cutting Unprofitable Tasks

25:20 – Building a 50/50 Onshore/Offshore Team

26:34 – Tracking Staff Performance with Monday.com and Hubstaff

31:18 – Profitability Mindset: Beyond 20% Management Fees

34:07 – Final Tips: Increase Net Profit and Build a Real Business

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This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links.

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If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

This episode is all about the leap. The grit. And the reality of building a startup from scratch in the short-term rental world. If you've ever stared at a clunky check-in system or juggled five tools just to welcome a guest, this one's going to hit close to home.

Our guest is Michael O’Connell, founder of Happy Guest; a smart, frictionless platform designed to simplify guest journeys from check-in to check-out. Before launching Happy Guest, Michael led strategic sales and partnerships at Turno and worked across the STR tech landscape. He knew the chaos operators were facing and decided to fix it.

This is a raw, honest chat about what it really takes to go from idea ➡️ execution. Michael opens up about the sacrifices, burnout, and brutal clarity needed to survive the startup rollercoaster, without a fancy VC cheque.

SHOW LINKS

Happy Guest – https://www.happyguestofficial.com

Michael O’Connell on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/happyguestmike/

#BuildingItSeries #RunwayToSuccess #GuestExperienceMatters

📋 In this episode, we discuss:

00:00 – Introduction and Background

01:02 – From Vegas to Strive: A Growing Connection

02:30 – Entering the STR Industry by Accident

04:06 – What is Happy Guest? Startup Origins Explained

05:54 – Do You See Yourself as an Entrepreneur?

07:01 – Launching the MVP: Testing with Real Guests

08:56 – Guest-Facing Tech: Why First Impressions Matter

10:42 – Lessons from Beta Testing: What to Launch and What to Kill

12:48 – Building Without VC: Bootstrapping and Personal Sacrifices

15:37 – The Mental Toll: Burnout and Startup Pressure

18:01 – Projections, Runway & Revenue Modelling

21:25 – When the Numbers Don’t Match the Plan

23:51 – Startup Life Is Not Glamorous

25:50 – Why Every Dollar Counts: Sacrifices and Strategy

27:25 – Burnout is Real: Balancing Hustle and Health

30:00 – What I’d Tell My Past Self

32:20 – Final Advice for Future Founders

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If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

Running an accommodation business doesn’t have to mean drowning in endless tasks and late-night guest messages. In this episode, I sit down with Lauren Heys and Dan White from Moxxi Property, Tasmania’s largest short-term rental management company, to uncover the systems and tech that allow you to scale without burning out.From automating with tools like n8n, to deploying AI agents, to building onboarding processes that actually save time, this episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to run a smoother, smarter operation. Whether you're managing 5 properties or 150+, you’ll walk away with real strategies and mindset shifts you can apply right now.👀 If you’re serious about building a sustainable STR or accommodation business — and tired of doing it all yourself — this one’s for you.SHOW LINKSMoxxi Property – https://www.moxxiproperty.com.au Resly PMS – https://resly.com.au PriceLabs – https://www.pricelabs.co Key Data Dashboard – https://keydatadashboard.com n8n Automation – https://n8n.io Gemini by Google – https://ai.google.dev/gemini Claude AI – https://www.anthropic.com/index/claude#SmartScaling#PracticalAI#OptimiseWithTech📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 Welcome to Building It: Meet Dan de Witte and Lauren Heys 01:05 The Early Days: Chaos, Growth and Lessons 04:18 Scaling STRs with Systems That Work 07:26 How Mindset Impacts Business Growth 10:49 Picking the Right Tech (and Ditching the Wrong Stuff) 14:12 Smart Systems vs. Tech Overload 17:08 Automating Without Losing the Human Touch 20:21 Hiring, Delegating & Building a Real Team 23:34 The Role of Coaching in the STR Journey 26:45 Lauren’s Lean Business Framework Explained 30:04 Future-Proofing: What Hosts Should Focus on Next 33:29 Final Thoughts: Tech, People & Playing the Long Game▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online ​​​​​​​​​​​🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

👇 Ready to grow your short-term rental business without burning out? This episode is for you.

In this episode of The Accommodation Show, we continue our Building It series with Tim Mortimer, founder of BNB Made Easy, one of the fastest growing short-term rental brands in regional Australia.

What started in Tim’s garage with one listing has grown into a thriving operation with 200+ properties across four markets. But what makes his story so compelling is how he built it: thoughtful planning, community roots, operational discipline, and a strong sense of purpose.

🎯 If you're in the accommodation industry, whether it's short-term rentals, motels, hotels or boutique stays, this episode is packed with practical takeaways. Tim shares the exact strategies he used to scale smart, hire well, and systemise the business without losing what made it special.

🔗 Show Links

BNB Made Easy – https://bnbmadeeasy.com.au/

Tim Mortimer on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-mortimer-b8a759190/

The Accommodation Show – https://theaccommodationshow.com/

iBooked.Online – https://ibooked.online/

💬 Drop a comment below and let us know your biggest takeaway.

👍 Like, subscribe and share if you’re building your own accommodation business!

#BuildingItSeries #ShortTermRentals #STRGrowth #BNBMadeEasy #TheAccommodationShow

📋 In this episode, we discuss:

00:00 Meet Tim Mortimer – From Backyard Builds to STR Success

01:05 How a Furniture Side Hustle Became a Full STR Business

04:45 Solving Real Problems in Property Styling & Guest Experience

07:30 Scaling from 1 to 100+ Units – Lessons in Rapid Growth

10:50 Building Systems, Teams & Tech to Run a Growing STR Biz

14:20 Why They Moved to Manufacturing & Built In-House

17:00 Managing Cashflow, Risk & Pressure While Scaling

20:30 Hiring for Culture, Staying Focused, and Letting Go

24:10 Advice for Hosts: Strategy, Simplicity & Scaling Smart

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This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links.

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If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

In this episode of The Accommodation Show, I sit down with Alexandra and Tom Ormerod, the powerhouse duo behind Luxico, Australia’s premier luxury villa rental brand and now stars of the brand-new global reality TV series, Billion Dollar Playground.

🎬 Billion Dollar Playground is now streaming on BINGE, Foxtel, BBC iPlayer, and airing in Canada, New Zealand, and more. We lift the lid on what it takes to build a luxury short-term rental business – and then turn it into a TV show broadcast around the world.

SHOW LINKS

Luxico → https://luxico.com.au

The Billion Dollar Playground (BBC) → https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m002fmjh/billion-dollar-playground

The Accommodation Show → https://www.theaccommodationshow.com

#BehindTheScenesHospitality

#STRLeadership

#LuxuryRentalLessons

📋 In this episode, we discuss:

00:00 - Meet the Founders of Luxico

01:02 - The 7-Year Journey to Reality TV

03:17 - How Luxico Became a Luxury Rental Brand

05:13 - Running a Business as a Married Couple

07:22 - Finding Luxury Homes & Vetting Homeowners

10:12 - Guest Experience & Membership Tiers

12:47 - Behind the Scenes of Filming

15:33 - Was the Show Scripted or Real?

18:52 - Team Turnover and Managing On-Camera Challenges

22:52 - Reality TV vs Business Reputation

25:42 - Staff Wellbeing During Production

30:08 - Inside the Production Setup

31:46 - Guest Reviews & Leadership Growth

34:37 - Elevating the Short-Term Rental Industry

37:46 - What’s Next for Luxico and the Show?

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This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links.

This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them.

If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

If I asked you to name your top priority for 2025, what would it be?For most property managers and accommodation managers, it’s more bookings—without burning out or slashing rates.This season on The Accommodation Show, I’ve been asking industry leaders one simple but powerful question:“What’s your #1 tip for accommodation businesses in 2025?”Each guest has shared something different—strategies for pricing, marketing, and operations—but when I sat down with Tim Rosolio, VP of Vacation Rental Partnerships at Expedia Group, his tip stood out because it addressed the one thing every property manager wants more of:👉 More bookings.Tim works closely with property managers worldwide through platforms like Vrbo, Expedia, and Stays, giving him a global perspective on what’s working right now. And his message was clear...SHOW LINKS:Expedia Group: https://www.expedia.com/Vrbo Vacation Rentals: https://www.vrbo.com/#VacationRentalTips #AccommodationBusinessGrowth #GuestExperienceSuccess📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 - Introduction01:20 - Tim Roselio’s Role at Expedia Group02:34 - Vacation Rental Market Trends: A Global Perspective04:34 - Understanding Regional Differences in Vacation Rentals08:10 - How to Improve Guest Experience & Reduce Cancellations15:15 - Essential Property Management Strategies for 202518:50 - Final Thoughts and Expert Advice▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online ​​​​​​​​​​​🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

This one is deeply personal, and I’m so glad I get to share it with you.

In this episode, I sit down with Ronda Amende, founder of TimeOut, a charity that connects terminally ill people and their families with donated holiday homes across New Zealand. Her story is honest, moving, and an incredible reminder of the human side of what we do in accommodation.

💡 We often focus on occupancy rates, automation, and scale — but what if a few unused nights could change someone’s life? What if your business could make a difference without costing you a thing?

Ronda and I dive into what it means to lead with heart, the power of community, and how kindness can become your most valuable brand asset. Whether you manage five listings or five hundred, this conversation will shift how you think about success, impact, and contribution.

#PurposeDrivenHospitality

#ShortTermRentalImpact

#KindnessIsStrategy

📋 In this episode, we discuss:

00:00 Welcome & Season Wrap-Up with Ronda Amende

01:45 Ronda’s Role at TimeOut & Career Background

04:15 How Hospitality Has Shaped Her Leadership Style

08:30 Diversity, Inclusion & Representation in the Industry

13:50 Leading Through Change: Personal Reflections

17:25 The Power of Connection & Community

22:00 Words of Advice for Future Leaders

26:15 Reflections on the STRIVE Community & What’s Next

29:45 Final Thoughts & Season Farewell

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This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links.

This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them.

If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.

🧱 Building It: Becoming a CEO When No One Hands You the Title 👔This week we go beyond scaling businesses and get into what it takes to lead them.Shaun Shirazian is the CEO of Lodgify, one of the top tech platforms for short-term rental hosts around the world. But his story did not start in boardrooms. It started in Dallas, raised by immigrant parents, learning to hustle, build, and reflect.In this episode Shaun shares what it really takes to become a CEO. We talk about impostor syndrome, asking for what you want, leading teams you used to be part of, and why clarity, not constant hustle, is the mindset shift that matters most.If you have ever wondered whether you are ready to lead, this one is for you.👇 Watch the episode and subscribe for more from the Building It series.SHOW LINKS:🔗 Lodgify – https://www.lodgify.com🔗 Shaun Shirazian – https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunshiraz/#BuildingItSeries #LeadershipMindset #UnderdogToCEO📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 – Intro: Shaun Shirazian, CEO of Lodgify 01:00 – Childhood roots: Dallas + immigrant resilience 02:30 – Dad’s small‑business lessons & underdog mindset 05:00 – Reflection & purpose: How Shaun found his “why” 07:00 – First career pivot: P&G brand‑management discovery 09:30 – Finding the underdog niche: Intuit & Pipedrive 12:30 – Product mindset: Leading through innovation 15:00 – Transitioning from product leader to CEO mindset 17:30 – Design thinking: Empathy, ideation, experimentation 20:00 – People leadership: From expert to manager 22:30 – Future‑back leadership: Coaching team growth 25:00 – Becoming CEO: Self‑awareness & vocal ambition 27:30 – CEO search: Network, clarity & seizing opportunity 30:00 – Leading Lodgify: Early host conversations 32:00 – What’s constant? Focus: owner needs, admin pain points 34:00 – Q&A: Shaun’s ongoing mission & invitation 36:00 – Final thoughts: Using platform to level the field 38:00 – Wrap‑up & next steps ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online ​​​​​​​​​​​🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.