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EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 28 MIN

EP6 - Delegation, Company Culture, and What’s Ahead in 2026

from Walk ’n Talk: The Business Behind Vacation Rentals · host OwnerRez

In Episode Six, Paul and Chris talk about personal endurance challenges and how quickly Q1 ramps up once the year gets underway. They discuss the excitement and frustrations of early-year planning, how their approach to delegation is evolving, and why giving teams more ownership is becoming increasingly important as the company grows. They also explore how AI is changing what they build, what company culture means to them, and share a look ahead at what’s coming in 2026, all through the lens of working "on" the business versus working "in" the business.You’ll hear about:Personal challengesThe excitement and frustration of Q1How delegation must evolve with growthHow AI is changing how we build and what we buildHow to sustain and build cultureWorking on the business versus working in the businessA look ahead to what’s coming in 2026It’s a peek behind the scenes at how Paul and Chris are approaching growth and delegation without losing the unique culture that’s defined the product.

In Episode Six, Paul and Chris talk about personal endurance challenges and how quickly Q1 ramps up once the year gets underway. They discuss the excitement and frustrations of early-year planning, how their approach to delegation is evolving, and why giving teams more ownership is becoming increasingly important as the company grows. They also explore how AI is changing what they build, what company culture means to them, and share a look ahead at what’s coming in 2026, all through the lens of working "on" the business versus working "in" the business.You’ll hear about:Personal challengesThe excitement and frustration of Q1How delegation must evolve with growthHow AI is changing how we build and what we buildHow to sustain and build cultureWorking on the business versus working in the businessA look ahead to what’s coming in 2026It’s a peek behind the scenes at how Paul and Chris are approaching growth and delegation without losing the unique culture that’s defined the product.

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