Airbnb Blueprint

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   This episode isn’t here to motivate you - it’s here to confront you. In the final chapter of the Airbnb Blueprint Podcast, I share the story I’ve avoided telling: my family’s rise, collapse, and the inherited money beliefs that shaped how I build, protect, and question wealth today. This is a raw conversation about legacy, ethics, and why shortcuts, hype, and playing fast with other people’s money always come at a cost. If you’ve ever felt uneasy about the noise in this industry, or sensed that something about your own money story doesn’t quite add up, this episode will hit close to home. I’m not ending this work - I’m refining it. If you care about building something real, sustainable, and ethical, stay connected. You’ll find me in the show notes below and on social media — reach out, and let’s continue the conversation where it actually matters. Your friend, Pooh. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pouvanart.taechakumput Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pouvanart/   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS The podcast was created to challenge misleading mentors, hype, and unethical practices in the Airbnb and service accommodation space. Behind every “success story” is a hidden personal, emotional, and generational cost. Money mindset is often inherited through family history, not logic. Wealth takes generations to build and moments to destroy. Ethics, structure, and legacy matter more than fast money. Letting go of old beliefs is essential to receiving more and becoming more. If you don’t understand your own story, you’ll end up borrowing someone else’s. True impact comes from working deeper and more intentionally, not louder.   BEST MOMENTS “This isn’t just an ending — it’s a reflection.” “Money wasn’t freedom. Money was survival.” “Wealth takes generations to build and moments to destroy.” “My family didn’t leave me money. They left me a warning.” “If you don’t understand your story, you’ll end up borrowing someone else’s.” “I’m not disappearing — I’m just moving closer.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have collectively built over 16 serviced accommodation units and 10 buy-to-let properties over the last five years. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to build a business that prioritises family, ethics, and long-term sustainability. His work now focuses on helping Airbnb and service accommodation operators build proper structures, recurring revenue, and scalable systems — without hype or shortcuts. Alex continues to design his lifestyle around freedom, spending his time between business, travel, cycling, and the outdoors.  

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025.   https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   This episode comes from a place of responsibility. Behind the glossy marketing and bold promises in the property world are real people who trusted, invested, and paid the price when things went wrong. In this conversation, I explain why I can no longer stay quiet — why ethical investing matters, how Joint Ventures have been misused, and why some strategies are sold without honesty about risk. This isn’t about calling people out. It’s about calling standards back in.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Silence in the property industry is one of the biggest reasons people lose money Not every mentor, course, or joint venture is bad — but ethics matter more than hype Pressure sales tactics and FOMO lead people to make financially devastating decisions “Guaranteed returns” and “hands-off investments” are major red flags Joint ventures must be built on transparency, shared risk, and clear exit strategies Property does not always “only go up” — ignoring downside risk is reckless Rent-to-rent is not an asset and raising investor money for it is extremely risky If a deal only works when everything goes perfectly, it’s not a good deal Ethical investing means planning for worst-case scenarios, not hoping for the best Saying no to easy money can be the most responsible business decision you make When someone trusts you with their money, you’re holding part of their life story   BEST MOMENTS  “If this episode makes you uncomfortable, good — because it’s supposed to.” “That’s not investing. That’s speculation dressed up as a strategy.” “If the deal only works when everything goes perfectly, it’s not a good deal.” “This industry doesn’t need louder mentors — it needs braver ones.” “When someone trusts you with their money, you’re holding part of their life story.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation units and 10 Buy-To-Lets over the last 5 years. Their Airbnb business has allowed both of them to design a lifestyle on their own terms. Pooh left the corporate world as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family, while Alex enjoys most of his time in sunny Spain, road cycling and hiking through the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025.   https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   Whatever You Do, DON’T MISS THIS!    In this episode, it was a real privilege to spend time with Dee Airey - A Serial Entrepreneur, 7-Figures Success, A Success & Leadership Coach, A Podcaster, A Founder of the Self-Funded Charity Kids4Change and A Best-Selling Author with a powerful story of personal transformation.  Dee helps driven business owners overcome money blocks, gain clarity, and set bold goals so they can create success on their own terms. Dee brings in-depth and real-world experience to our conversation here.  We dig deep into the “Wealth Switch” - the internal shift required to unlock confidence, aligned action, and financial growth - and explore how self-belief, identity, and mindset directly impact income and fulfilment.  This is a raw, honest, and empowering conversation for anyone who knows they’re capable of more but feels something internal is holding them back.    You can find more of Dee through the link below: https://www.deeairey.com   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Service accommodation and Airbnb are not passive income without strong systems and marketing Why relying solely on OTAs like Airbnb and Booking.com limits growth How Pooh pivoted from property operations into lead generation and commission-based income The real reason many entrepreneurs hit an income ceiling How childhood money stories silently shape adult financial behaviour Why high earners often struggle to manage their own money The danger of keeping all business income in one account How split banking reduces panic, poor decisions, and cashflow stress Why scaling too quickly can damage an otherwise successful business The importance of defining a “why” beyond money Building a business that supports family, health, and wellbeing The hidden cost of burnout and neglecting self-care How gratitude changes decision-making and resilience Why authenticity and service matter more than hype The rise of offline networking as trust erodes online Why vulnerability and asking for help is a strength, not a weakness   BEST MOMENTS  “Money isn’t the goal — it’s the fuel to get you to what really matters.” “You can manage billion-pound projects and still not know how to manage your own money.” “I thought I’d worked on my mindset… until I hit another ceiling.” “If you don’t take care of yourself, the people you’re doing this for lose everything.” “Gratitude doesn’t remove the problem — it gives you the courage to face it.” “Earning money without purpose will always leave you frustrated.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation units and 10 Buy-To-Lets over the last 5 years. Their Airbnb business has allowed both of them to design a lifestyle on their own terms. Pooh left the corporate world as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family, while Alex enjoys most of his time in sunny Spain, road cycling and hiking through the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025.   https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Laura J. Robinson — one of the most in-demand social media strategists today — to uncover what really drives visibility, audience growth, and engagement in 2025.   If you’ve ever wondered why some brands blow up while others stay hidden… or how to create content that attracts leads on autopilot… this is the episode you cannot afford to skip. Laura breaks down the strategic shifts, mindset corrections, and practical actions that turn casual followers into loyal buyers. Expect high-impact insights, real talk about what actually works right now, and simple changes you can implement immediately to grow your Airbnb/SA business faster and with more clarity.   This conversation will transform the way you show up online.    Dive in!   Laura J. Robinson is a highly sought-after social media strategist and content expert known for helping entrepreneurs, creators, and service-based businesses build magnetic online brands that convert. With years of hands-on experience managing and scaling accounts across multiple industries, Laura specialises in visibility strategy, audience growth, and engagement systems that turn followers into paying clients. Her approach blends smart storytelling, data-driven optimisation, and platform-specific strategy — making her the behind-the-scenes powerhouse for some of the fastest-growing personal brands online today. Laura’s work empowers business owners to show up confidently, communicate authentically, and create content that actually drives sales... not just "likes".   This is the best place where I offer my FREE support group at the Social Media Made Simple: https://www.facebook.com/groups/socialmediamade/   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Social media is a full-time business function, not something to do “when you have time.” Selling too early pushes people away—trust must come before transactions. Organic growth is essential before running ads, otherwise you waste money. Niching down helps you grow faster, even though it feels uncomfortable at first. You don’t need to be on every platform—choose where your ideal clients already are. Starting from zero online presence is easier when you focus on clarity, not perfection. Strong hooks matter more than introductions—get straight to the value. Short-form content builds attention, while long-form content builds trust. Perfection slows growth; consistency and value win every time. Never rely on just one platform—build owned audiences like email lists. Ethical, transparent marketing will always outperform shortcuts. Being real and human beats over-polished, AI-generated content. BEST MOMENTS “Social media is a full-time job, whether business owners like it or not.” “People are tired of being sold to—they want to be understood first.” “If you try to speak to everyone, you end up connecting with no one.” “Perfection is usually just procrastination in disguise.” “You don’t own Instagram, Facebook, or Airbnb—your audience can disappear overnight.” “Being ethical, transparent, and real is what builds trust long-term.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family. Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.  

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. EXCLUSIVE BLACK FRIDAY DEAL: Use code BF65ABPVIP for 65% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until 12th December’25. Link: https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   If you're running a serviced accommodation business and you're not tracking your numbers, you're not scaling, you're guessing. Today, I’m breaking down the KPIs and metrics that separate busy hosts from profitable CEOs. We’re talking visibility, nurturing, conversion, and retention — the funnel data that builds recurring revenue, predictable income, and a business that grows even when you step away. And for this episode only, I’m giving away a FREE KPI MASTER tracking template — normally £49 — yours today with this episode.   Just click the link here at: https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk Enjoy!   KEY TAKEAWAYS Businesses fail not from lack of talent, but from failing to measure the right numbers. There are four essential pillars every Airbnb/SA business must track: Visibility, Nurturing, Conversion, and Retention. Visibility is the oxygen of your business — if new eyeballs slow down, your sales will too. Declining follower growth or email opt-ins is rarely a sales issue; it’s a top-of-funnel visibility issue. Nurturing builds trust through consistency: strong subject lines, meaningful content, stories, and guidance. Healthy benchmarks: 20%+ open rate, 7%+ click-to-open rate. Weak nurturing = weak conversions, even if visibility is high. Conversion begins long before the sales call through positioning and trust-building. Conversion benchmarks: Under 10% = major misalignment 10–25% = something missing 25–40% = strong but needs refining 40%+ = message is sharp, audience highly aligned Ethical selling means clarity, alignment, and removing hesitation — not pressure. Retention is where true wealth comes from: long-term clients compound revenue. Predictable income comes from predictable numbers — retention drives Monthly Recurring Revenue, Client Lifetime Value, and profit margin growth. A single “yes” can become years of revenue when retention is strong. Improving just one of the four pillars can transform the entire business BEST MOMENTS “Business becomes emotional when tracking is absent — but it becomes predictable when tracking is consistent.” “You can’t fix a sales problem by guessing. You fix it by understanding which part of your funnel is breaking.” “Visibility isn’t marketing — it’s oxygen. If people don’t see you, they can’t buy from you.” “Your open rate tells you how strongly people feel connected to your message.” “High conversions don’t come from pushing harder; they come from building trust before the call even starts.” “Retention is where wealth compounds. A single client can generate years of recurring revenue.” “You are no longer building a business on hope — you’re building it on data, clarity, and intention.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation units and 10 Buy-To-Lets over the last 5 years. Their Airbnb business has allowed both of them to design a lifestyle on their own terms. Pooh left the corporate world as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family, while Alex enjoys most of his time in sunny Spain, road cycling and hiking through the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq​ Today’s guest is John Asafo — an HMO property developer, senior software engineer, and the founder of VibeCoder Mastery. With more than 25 years of experience building software for some of the UK’s biggest brands — including Sky, DAZN, Hargreaves Lansdown, and Tesco — John has seen firsthand how the tech industry works from the inside. Over the years, John kept seeing the same painful mistake: people with great ideas paying developers £30,000 or more for an app they could have built themselves with the right guidance. That frustration became his mission. Today, John teaches non-technical people how to build their own software, even if they’ve never touched code before. Through Vibe Coder Mastery, he helps founders, creators, and complete beginners turn their ideas into real, working applications — quickly and affordably. John believes we’re living in the middle of an AI gold rush, and his goal is simple: give everyday people the “spade” they need to build something meaningful and launch it into the world. If you’d like to connect with John or learn more: 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Weekend Bootcamp: https://vibecodermastery.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/john-asafo-a92a97104 THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS You don’t need deep tech knowledge to leverage AI—understanding how to direct it is more valuable than coding. Just like in property, success in AI comes from knowing your niche and solving real problems. Planning and strategy beat speed—whether you're converting a house or building a digital application. Authenticity matters more than ever—AI tools should enhance your voice, not replace it. There are major similarities between serviced accommodation and AI product creation: → Both can be saturated unless you identify and serve a niche. AI will replace tasks, not people—those who learn to work with it will thrive. Avoid the mistake of using AI as a shortcut without adapting the output to your true voice. Ethical use is essential—don’t compromise integrity for speed or creativity. Future-ready skills include problem solving, strategic thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence. Building digital assets (just like property assets) can create recurring long-term income, often with less maintenance.   BEST MOMENTS “AI won’t replace people – but people using AI will replace people who aren't.” “It’s like serviced accommodation—you can churn out units, but if you don’t have a niche, you’ll drown in the competition.” “You don’t need to be a coder to build with AI anymore—your imagination is the only limit.” “Using AI without tailoring it to your voice is like sending a stranger to meet your client for you.” “Creating digital assets today is like buying property before the boom.”   EPISODE RESOURCES Book a strategy call with The Airbnb Blueprint Consultant: https://calendly.com/airbnbblueprint   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join here https://calendly.com/airbnbblueprint    HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family. Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.    

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   Welcome back to the podcast — today’s episode is a big one, because we’re diving into the honest truth that nobody really says out loud: starting a business today, post-COVID, is so much harder than it used to be. Not because there’s no opportunity, but because the market has changed, buying behaviour has changed, and customers think completely differently now — and if you don’t understand this shift, you’ll always feel like you’re running uphill. We’re breaking down what’s really happening, why people hesitate to buy, and what you need to do differently to win in this new era. And by the way, if you want to stay ahead of this wave, I’m launching something very special in March 2026 — designed specifically to help entrepreneurs succeed in the business world we’re living in today. If you want early access and exclusive bonuses, register now at welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk — trust me, you’ll want to be there.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Today, the best business doesn’t win — the most trusted one does. Markets are crowded and noisy. Buyers now make decisions based on trust, consistency, transparency, and proof. Modern buyers are more selective. They’re not buying information — they’re buying certainty and confidence. Four buyer types have emerged post-Covid: The Skeptic – Wants reassurance after being burned before. The Researcher – Checks every review, comparison, and competitor. The Value Maximiser – Will spend if clear ROI and results. The Emotional Buyer – Purchases when they feel aligned with your values and personality. Business today is not about selling products or services — it's selling safety, clarity, confidence. Customers don’t want another business — they want a leader they can trust. AI can create content fast, but it can't replace human trust. People still spend money daily (holidays, tech, memberships) — they just avoid risky business decisions. The future belongs to brands that are real, relatable, consistent, and value-led. If you can clearly communicate who you are, what you stand for, how you’re different, and why customers are safe with you — you’ll win every time.   BEST MOMENTS “It's not the best business that wins. It's the one that builds the most trust.” “People are not buying information anymore — they’re buying certainty.” “Business isn’t selling a product anymore. It’s selling safety and confidence.” “There might be 50 people selling the same thing as you, but there will never be another you.” “Success isn’t about working harder. It’s about understanding how people buy today.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family. Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.  

If you’re trying to appeal to everyone, you’ll end up appealing to no one. In this episode, I’ll walk you through how to identify and attract your ideal clients — the ones who truly value what you offer, pay on time, and keep coming back. You’ll learn how to fine-tune your message, stop wasting energy on time-wasters and tyre-kickers, and start building a brand that naturally draws in loyal landlords, investors, and guests who trust you. Tune in and grab your free training at welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk to map out your full client journey, boost your direct bookings, and grow your profits sustainably.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Your business can only grow as clearly as you can define who it’s for. Saying “I serve contractors or leisure guests” is still too vague — specificity wins. When you niche down, your content becomes clearer and your marketing becomes magnetic. The more you narrow your audience, the easier it becomes to attract the right clients and close deals. Don’t just focus on demographics — dig deeper into fears, frustrations, goals, daily routines, and what they value most. Understand yourself too: which clients energise you, and which ones drain your time and sanity? Your sweet spot = what you enjoy + what clients value + what you can deliver exceptionally well. Craft a clear one-liner: “I help [WHO] achieve [WHAT] by [HOW].” Once your ideal client is defined, your content, networking, bio, and messaging all start working automatically. Attract clients who value your service, pay your rates, respect your time, and stick with you long-term. The goal isn’t more enquiries — it’s the right enquiries.   BEST MOMENTS “You see, if you’re trying to appeal to everyone, you end up appealing to no one.” “Your business can only grow as clearly as you can define who it’s for.” “When you can see your ideal client in your mind, you can market to them directly.” “Life’s too short to work with people who drain your energy.” “The goal isn’t to get more people — it’s to get the right people.” “When you nail your ideal client, everything changes.”   EPISODE RESOURCES Book a strategy call with The Airbnb Blueprint Consultant: https://calendly.com/airbnbblueprint   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made lifestyle by design. Pooh left the corporate world as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his growing family, while Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain—road cycling and hiking the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. EXCLUSIVE BLACK FRIDAY DEAL: Use code BF65ABPVIP for 70% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until 30th November’25. Link: https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason leads aren’t converting… and it’s not your price, your pitch, or your platform. It’s your client journey - and chances are, it’s leaking faster than a toddler with no nappy. We’ll walk through how to map your client journey step by step, where most operators lose sales before they even make the offer, and how to build a funnel that actually does the heavy lifting. And if you want to see this in action? I’m hosting a FREE masterclass on Monday 17th November 2025 at 7pm UK time. We’re going deep into how to fix your sales system and create predictable revenue — without the hustle. Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NbBRe9uHRgCMF9SQHJOaUA   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS  Sales isn’t a single point — it’s a journey made up of multiple stages. Every client interaction either moves them closer to saying “yes” or pushes them away. Friction kills conversions — make your client journey simple, smooth, and intentional. You must map out your stages from awareness to retention so you can fix leaks and measure progress. Simplify your offer — if someone can’t explain what you do in one sentence, it’s too complicated. Track your leads — even a spreadsheet will show you where you’re winning or losing sales. Consistent follow-up and nurturing turn “maybe laters” into “yes” clients. Building trust before you ever pitch makes sales natural and predictable.   BEST MOMENTS “Sales isn’t a single moment — it’s a sequence, a journey.” “Every interaction moves your client closer to ‘yes’ or further away without you realizing.” “If your offer isn’t clear in one sentence, that’s the first link in your broken journey.” “The numbers don’t lie — track what’s happening so you can fix it.” “Your sales aren’t stuck because you’re bad at selling. They’re stuck because the path isn’t clear.”   EPISODE RESOURCES Book a strategy call with The Airbnb Blueprint Consultant: https://calendly.com/airbnbblueprint LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join here https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family. Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   This week, I’m pulling back the curtain on the ugly truth behind serviced accommodation — the part no one posts about. From a guest who seemed perfect on paper to a full-blown nightmare that spiralled into social workers, property damage, and pure chaos — I’m sharing it all. But here’s the twist… every dark experience has a silver lining, and this one led me straight to the smarter, calmer, and far more profitable path — building recurring revenue through selling enquiries instead of surviving bad guests. If you’ve ever had “that” guest from hell, you’ll want to hear this one.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Even “perfect” guests can turn into your worst nightmare — always trust your gut and your systems. Never skip routine cleans, even when guests request privacy — it’s a red flag, not a courtesy. When things go wrong, the stress costs more than the damages — downtime means lost income. You’re not just managing properties; you’re managing people — and people can be unpredictable. Every bad guest experience is feedback for your business structure. Use it to build better systems. Real success comes from recurring revenue — not relying on the next guest or OTA platform. Building marketing systems that generate consistent leads gives you freedom and scalability.   BEST MOMENTS “When it goes wrong, holy shit, it really goes wrong.” “They don’t show you the anxiety of calculating how much it’s going to cost just to put things right.” “This business isn’t passive — it’s people management. And people, my friend, can be unpredictable.” “After weeks like this, I can see it clearly now — the real power isn’t in chasing bookings, it’s in owning the system that feeds them.” “Every messy guest, every bad week, every sleepless night — it’s just a reminder your business deserves better systems.”   EPISODE RESOURCES Book a strategy call with The Airbnb Blueprint Consultant: https://calendly.com/airbnbblueprint   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family. Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In this episode, I sit down with Chris and Aida - the inspiring duo behind Prime Acrobatics, the ethical acrobatics empire built on passion, purpose, and community. From Cirque du Soleil tours to leading a 100-strong team, their story is all about balance — between creativity and structure, growth and giving back. We dive into what it really takes to build a purpose-led business that scales with integrity. Whether you’re in property, performance, or entrepreneurship, this chat will remind you — success isn’t about growing fast, it’s about building right.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Prime Acrobatics grew from a shared passion for movement into a multi-location business serving hundreds of families. Building a business is like acrobatics — it requires balance, coordination, and trust. Passion is important, but systems, strategy, and structure are what allow a company to scale. Strong community and culture are key to retaining staff and creating long-term success. Location and property decisions can make or break your business — Prime’s sites in Woking and Camberley show how the right space supports growth. Franchising and property investment can offer expansion opportunities, but keeping core values intact is essential. Empowering young staff builds leadership skills and prepares the next generation.   BEST MOMENTS “Every business hits a point where passion alone isn’t enough — you need systems, strategy, and structure.” “We wanted to build more than a gym — we wanted to build a community.” “Whether it’s acrobatics or property, it’s all about balance and trusting the process.” “Our goal was to create a space where people feel welcome, supported, and inspired.”   EPISODE RESOURCES Prime Acrobatics Website: https://primeacrobatics.co.uk Instagram: @primeacrobatics Facebook: Prime Acrobatics Prime Acrobatics is a leading community-based gymnastics and acrobatics centre in Woking, Surrey. Founded in 2012 by Chris Bowler and Clem Malcolmson, their mission is to help people of all ages build confidence, strength, and balance through movement. With over 1,700 members and 100+ weekly classes, Prime has become a hub for fitness, creativity, and community - proudly recognised by British Gymnastics and shortlisted multiple times for National Community Club of the Year. https://primeacrobatics.com   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join here   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family. Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.  

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq Let me ask you something — if someone lands on your profile or hears your elevator pitch, can they instantly tell what you do, who you help, and why they should care? Because if not, you’re not just blending in… you’re invisible — and invisible doesn’t sell. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into why your messaging matters more than your logo, your website, or your reels, and how a strong core message instantly builds trust, authority, and connection with your ideal clients. I’ll show you how to craft a message so clear it makes people stop scrolling, lean in, and say — “Yep…That’s me.” Let’s Get into It!   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Your core message is your business identity in one sentence — it defines who you serve and what transformation you deliver. Your secondary messages are your stories, beliefs, and proof points that build trust and connection. A strong message attracts your ideal clients and repels the wrong ones — and that’s exactly what you want. Clarity builds confidence. Confusion costs you opportunities. “Visibility hates vagueness.” Be bold and clear in your communication. Every piece of content — from your posts to your pitches — should align with your core and secondary messages. People don’t just buy from brands; they buy from people. Keep testing and refining your message. Your business will evolve — your message should too. BEST MOMENTS “Your message isn’t your logo or your website — it’s the heartbeat of your business.” “If your audience reads your message and says, ‘That’s me!’ — you’ve nailed it.” “Clarity converts. Confusion costs you.” “Visibility hates vagueness — people trust clarity.” “Your message should attract the right people and repel the wrong ones.” “People resonate with you, not just your brand.”   EPISODE RESOURCES Book a strategy call with The Airbnb Blueprint Consultant: https://calendly.com/airbnbblueprint   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join here   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family. Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In this episode, Alex breaks down one of the most important lessons for anyone building an Airbnb or sourcing business — knowing your worth. Too many new connectors and hosts undervalue their time, hesitate to charge, or treat their work like favors instead of business. Alex shares the mindset and method that changed everything for him: The 15% Rule. You’ll learn how this simple, repeatable rule can transform your approach, help you speak with confidence about money, and build a real, sustainable income from your connections. If you’ve ever struggled to say your price out loud or felt awkward asking to be paid — this episode is going to change that. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS The 15% Rule: Why charging 15% of every confirmed booking keeps your business structured and professional. People respect boundaries — setting your rate early attracts serious clients and filters out time-wasters. If you start by giving things away for free, it’s hard to charge later — people don’t “unlearn” free. Confidence builds trust. When you state your rate calmly and clearly, others follow your lead. Always confirm your fee in writing and get paid when the booking is confirmed, not after checkout. Protect your time — you’re not running favors, you’re running a business. Clarity beats cleverness: one sentence can position you as a professional. Consistency in your habits, tone, and follow-up proves your value more than any sales pitch ever could. When you value your own time, you attract the kind of clients who do the same. BEST MOMENTS “The moment you remove the word free from your vocabulary, your business begins.” “If you can’t say your number out loud, how can anyone else believe in it?” “15% isn’t just a number — it’s a statement that your time, skill, and effort matter.” “Confidence is contagious. When you know your value, others feel it.” “The people who pay you respect you more. The ones who get it for free disappear when they don’t need you.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join Here https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.  

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In this episode, Alex shares how to escape the overcrowded contractor market and tap into hidden pockets of demand that most hosts completely overlook. By leaning into overlooked niches like film & TV productions, NHS staff, insurance placements, and event crews, you can secure long-term, higher-paying bookings — without battling in the same Facebook groups as everyone else. If you’re serious about building a profitable Airbnb business that’s stable year-round, this episode is packed with practical strategies you can use to stand out and scale.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Stop fishing in the busiest pond (contractor Facebook groups) — think differently to grow. Hidden demand niches include: Film & TV crews who book blocks of apartments near sets. NHS teams on rotation needing reliable, quiet homes. Insurance & loss adjusters housing families during repairs. Local authorities relocating tenants or placing carers. Event crews, exhibitions & touring teams looking for short-term housing. These niches value certainty and ease more than low prices. Building relationships with coordinators creates repeat, stress-free bookings. Protect your margins: solving problems justifies your 15%+ fee. Create a small bench of trusted hosts and a “mini-catalog” to respond fast. Pick just 2 niches and go deep for a month — that’s all you need to get started. BEST MOMENTS “Everybody’s chasing the same people. You’ve got to stand out and specialise.” “Money flows to problem solvers, not to people who blend into the crowd.” “Give them three clean options fast, and you’ll win the booking.” “One family insurance placement can pay more than a summer of tourists.” “When you deliver for a council team once, they’ll share your name across departments.” “You don’t need hundreds of contacts. Ten conversations a week is enough to start.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join here https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.    

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In todays episode Alex breaks down one of the biggest shifts happening in the serviced accommodation space right now — the mass exodus of hosts leaving the rent-to-rent game. But while many see burnout and closures, Alex explains why this “fallout” is actually a golden opportunity. The demand for accommodation hasn’t gone away — it’s simply shifted. Contractors, relocation teams, social housing providers, and families in transition are all still searching for places to stay. The real winners in this new era? Connectors — people who match struggling hosts and landlords with clients who need housing. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Hosts across the UK are quietly exiting the market, leaving properties and opportunities behind. The demand hasn’t disappeared — it’s shifted from tourists to contractors, relocations, and organizations. You don’t need to own or lease property to profit; you need to connect supply with demand. Building relationships (not listings) is the real currency in 2025. Position yourself as a problem-solver, not another host, and you’ll create long-term revenue streams. Catching the fallout means stepping in where others quit and turning it into opportunity. BEST MOMENTS “Most hosts didn’t fail because they were lazy. They failed because the game changed and they didn’t change with it.” “The money in short-term accommodation was never really in the property. It was in the placement.” “You don’t need to own anything. If you know hosts and you know clients, you can build a business as the connector.” “Relationships are the new currency — with hosts, landlords, and clients. That’s where the opportunities live.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq Alex reveals exactly how he would rebuild from scratch if he woke up tomorrow with nothing but £500 in his bank account. No clients, no brand, no systems, no properties—just a laptop, a phone, and the determination to make it work. He breaks down the “Connector Model” step by step, showing how to source demand, build supply, and secure bookings that can generate £5,000/month in commission—without owning or managing a single property. If you’ve ever thought you need money, a logo, or a fancy website before you can start, this episode will show you why action, clarity, and trust matter more than anything else.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS You don’t need a logo, website, or branding to start—you just need to take action. Adopt the Connector mindset: money is made by linking people who need accommodation with those who have it. Start with demand: focus on contractors, councils, relocation teams, and agencies who are booking accommodation right now. Build a hit list of decision makers (not just “info@” emails) and reach out with clear, professional messaging. Secure hosts by offering direct bookings and a 15% commission structure. Use simple tools—Google Sheets, Google Forms, email templates—to look professional fast. One or two solid bookings can bring in thousands in commission. Trust and consistent communication are the foundations of a scalable business. Don’t overcomplicate—refine the process, stay consistent, and momentum will carry you forward. BEST MOMENTS “I’m not a landlord, I’m not an agent, I’m not a host. I’m a connector.” “If I can get just one client to send me a requirement this week, I can fill it and start making money now.” “You don’t need to wait—you can make serious money this month just by being the bridge.” “Momentum is your most valuable currency when you’re starting from nothing.” “Trust is everything. The moment it’s broken, everything gets harder. But when it’s built, your business becomes effortless.” LINKS 🎓 FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join Here HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made “lifestyle by design.” Pooh left the corporate life as an electrical engineer to spend more time at home with his young family. Alex lives in sunny Spain, where he balances business with his love for road cycling and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In this episode, Alex uncovers a powerful but overlooked niche in the serviced accommodation world: emergency housing. While most Airbnb hosts chase weekend tourists and holidaymakers, councils and housing associations are desperately searching for reliable providers who can house people in urgent need. This isn’t about stag dos, influencers, or fancy listings. It’s about consistent, government-backed demand that pays well, lasts longer, and creates real impact. Alex explains how you can position yourself as the go-to solution for housing officers and why this model can build a sustainable business without owning a single property. If you’re ready to future-proof your Airbnb business, ditch the seasonal uncertainty, and tap into a growing market hidden in plain sight, this episode will show you how.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Emergency housing is a government-backed, consistent, and growing demand. Councils and housing associations don’t use Airbnb or Booking.com—they need direct, trusted partners. Success comes from offering safe, available, and legal accommodation, not luxury extras. You don’t need to own properties—connecting supply and demand is enough. Longer stays and higher rates mean more stability than tourist bookings. Building systems and relationships is the key to scaling this model. Reputation spreads fast in this space—reliability will put you at the top of the list. BEST MOMENTS “Emergency housing might not sound sexy, but in this business, consistent equals cash.” “Councils don’t have time to scroll Airbnb. They need someone they can call and trust.” “Once you’re in the little black book, you become their go-to when things get urgent.” “You don’t need Airbnb again—relationships will bring you more placements than you can handle.” “This isn’t charity—it’s paid work, often at higher rates than tourists, and with longer stays.” “Be the one who responds, who follows through, and who solves the problem when it matters most.” EPISODE RESOURCES Book a strategy call with The Airbnb Blueprint Consultant: https://calendly.com/airbnbblueprint LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – Join here HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has given them both the freedom to design their own lifestyles. Pooh left a corporate career as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family. Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling, and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In this solo episode, Alex calls out one of the biggest problems in the UK property world: the endless cycle of expensive rent-to-rent training courses. If you’ve ever felt stuck chasing the next seminar, upsell, or “guru package” that promises financial freedom but delivers nothing but stress, this one is for you. Alex breaks down why most trainers got rich selling courses (not doing deals), why rent-to-rent is often just building yourself another stressful job, and most importantly — how you can escape the trap by following a smarter, leaner business model: the Booking Broker Model. This is a wake-up call for anyone tired of being sold dreams and ready to start building something real. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Most trainers make money teaching rent-to-rent, not running rent-to-rent businesses. The industry thrives on your hope more than your results. Rent-to-rent can work, but it’s rarely hands-off and almost never passive. The risks: high stress, no asset ownership, long hours, and very little security. A better way exists — the Booking Broker Model — where you connect guests with hosts and get paid commissions without the liabilities. Success comes from building scalable systems, not stacking units. You don’t need to increase liabilities to increase income. Freedom in this business comes from leverage, connections, and predictable pipelines — not risky contracts. BEST MOMENTS “They didn’t get rich doing rent-to-rent… they got rich teaching it.” “You didn’t fail. The model failed you.” “Rent-to-rent often means you’ve just built yourself another stressful job.” “You don’t need to increase your liability to increase your income.” “This is about stacking systems, not stacking units.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made lifestyle by design. Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young family, while Alex spends much of his time in sunny Spain, road cycling and hiking in the Tramuntana mountains.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In this hard-hitting episode, Alex asks the question every serviced accommodation operator needs to face: What would happen if Airbnb, Booking.com, and all the other platforms disappeared tomorrow? If your entire business is built on listings you don’t own, then you don’t really have a business—you have exposure. Alex reveals why relying on algorithms is gambling, not business, and shares how you can take control, build your own pipeline, and start generating leads and clients that belong to you. This episode will challenge the way you think about your business and give you a clear path to move from dependency to true independence. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Airbnb and Booking.com are tools, not safety nets—depending on them makes your business fragile. If Airbnb disappeared tomorrow, most operators would have no clients, no pipeline, and no income. Real businesses generate their own leads and build repeat relationships with corporate clients. The Connector Model flips the script—stop chasing bookings and start owning the flow. Long-term contracts with companies, insurers, and relocation firms are more stable and profitable than one-off tourist bookings. Building a pipeline means predictability, stability, and freedom—you know where your next booking is coming from. Once you own the relationships, you own the business—and no platform update can take that away. BEST MOMENTS “Airbnb isn’t your safety net—it’s actually your biggest risk.” “What you have isn’t really a business. It’s a fragile income stream tied to somebody else’s system.” “If Airbnb changes one rule, your business could disappear overnight.” “Without a pipeline, you’re fishing for scraps. With a pipeline, you’re feeding yourself every single day.” “Relationships beat platforms every single time.” “The day Airbnb disappears, they can take your listings, but they can’t take your clients, your network, or your pipeline.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young and growing family, while Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, cycling the roads or hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.  

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In this episode, Alex breaks down one of the most powerful business shifts of our time – moving from ownership to control. Using examples like Airbnb, Uber, and Amazon, he explains why the world’s most profitable companies don’t own the assets, they control the demand. Applied to serviced accommodation, this means stepping out of the stressful rent-to-rent and hosting game, and stepping into the role of connector. Instead of owning or managing properties, you control the booking flow – connecting clients with hosts – and take a commission without ever touching a set of keys. If you’re tired of chasing bookings, dealing with broken boilers, or scraping together small margins, this episode will show you a smarter, scalable model that puts you back in control. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS The wealthiest people don’t own assets – they control systems and demand. Hosting and rent-to-rent models come with stress, overheads, and capped income. The connector model eliminates risk by focusing on demand, not supply. Controlling bookings means unlimited earning potential without owning properties. Leverage comes from client relationships, not property portfolios. Unlike hosts, connectors aren’t tied to calendars – income is only limited by reach. Building this model creates recurring revenue, resilience, and even exit potential. BEST MOMENTS “Control beats ownership. Booking power beats property. Reach beats risk.” “You’re not a host, not a landlord, not a cleaner – you’re a connector.” “A house without a client is just stress. A client without a host is looking. Solve that and you’ve got a business.” “The connector isn’t in the fight. They’re not refreshing calendars, they’re refreshing their inbox.” “This model doesn’t just save you time – it gives you freedom.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his young and growing family, while Alex enjoys life in sunny Spain, road cycling and hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq Alex & Pooh are joined by Kerry Moorse, founder of Funnel Sketches, to break down one of the most overused (and often misunderstood) buzzwords in online business funnels. Carrie shares her journey from being a digital nomad and funnel strategist to building Funnel Sketches into a fast-growing platform helping entrepreneurs simplify their systems and grow with intention.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS A funnel is simply the journey from someone not knowing you → to buying from you → to becoming a repeat customer. Every business already has a funnel the key is making it intentional. Shiny-object syndrome kills growth. Consistency beats constant switching. Building trust and connection is more powerful than pushing ads. Your audience doesn’t need to be big the right people matter more than numbers. Organic growth often comes from collaborations, consistency, and giving away value. Keep it simple: small wins build momentum better than half-finished strategies. Ethical marketing and staying true to your values will attract the right clients, even if it takes longer. BEST MOMENTS “Simple works. The easier you make it for yourself and your clients, the faster you’ll grow.”  “Everyone already has a funnel, even if they don’t realize it. The trick is to make it intentional.” “Ads don’t fix a broken system. They only amplify what you’re already doing.” LINKS 🌐 Funnel Sketches: www.funnelsketches.com 💬 WhatsApp Carrie directly through her site FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.    

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In todays episode, Alex reveals why the old rent-to-rent and Airbnb hosting model is no longer the smart play in today’s saturated short-term rental market. Instead, the future belongs to connectors – people who own the demand, not the properties. Alex breaks down how to build a booking agency that links high-value corporate clients with existing property operators, creating predictable, scalable income without the stress, risk, or capital outlay of running units yourself. You’ll discover how to leverage AI, funnels, and relationships to secure repeat business worth tens of thousands per year – and why this pivot could be the most important move you make in 2025.   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/guide/   KEY TAKEAWAYS The rent-to-rent Airbnb model is saturated, risky, and regulation-prone. The connector model removes property overhead and replaces it with relationship leverage. Focus on B2B markets like contractors, relocation agents, and insurance companies. You can run this model without rent, cleaners, or platform dependency. Build a simple landing page and funnel to collect and qualify leads. Use AI tools like ChatGPT, Zapier, and Go High Level to automate 24/7. Repeat corporate clients can be worth £30k–£50k+ annually. More units ≠ more freedom; more clients = more leverage. Real-life examples prove this model can replace hosting income quickly.   BEST MOMENTS “Owning properties doesn’t give you freedom – owning demand does.” “We’ve flipped the model on its head. Instead of depending on a platform, we’ve become the platform.” “You’re not limited by your calendar, your city, or how many hours you work – only by how many people you can help.” “The people who win in this next chapter won’t be the ones with the most properties, they’ll be the ones with the most clients.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705   HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This Airbnb business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer to spend more time with his growing family, and Alex spends most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying road cycling or hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.  

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq In this episode, Alex dives into a powerful, 10-step framework for building a high-income, low-maintenance Airbnb lead selling business without ever managing properties, cleaning units, or being tied to one location. If you’re tired of chasing cleaners, late-night guest messages, and juggling multiple listings, this episode reveals a smarter, scalable business model: Airbnb lead selling. Learn how to shift your mindset, build systems, attract better clients, and unlock recurring income that doesn’t eat your time. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Why traditional Airbnb property management becomes a trap—not freedom What the lead selling model is and why it’s more scalable than managing listings How to build a network of property owners that want your leads The exact 10 steps to set up a lead-based business (with aligned mindsets) Why vision, systems, focus, and relationship-building are your superpowers Matching the right client to the right host = 5-star service without managing the stay Automate your lead funnel while scaling with virtual assistants and tech Stop burning out with Airbnb and start brokering bookings instead How to offer wow-level customer service without being glued to your phone Use data and KPIs to measure, optimize, and grow your income BEST MOMENTS “Most hosts dream of freedom. But the more successful they get, the more trapped they become.” “Lead selling flips the whole model. You don’t manage the property. You manage the connection.” “With the right systems, this business can run while you sleep — literally.” “Every time you match a quality guest with the right property owner, you earn. It’s that simple.” “This is how I live in Mallorca and run a business that doesn’t run me.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

Meet Lodgify - your powerhouse all-in-one vacation rental software built especially for hosts just like you. From direct bookings to full automation, Lodgify provides everything you need to grow your brand, increase profits, and simplify daily operations. With over $3,000 worth of free onboarding, you’ll get personalised support to help you build a stunning direct booking website and manage reservations, payments, and guest communication all from one easy-to-use dashboard or mobile app. Join thousands of hosts who are ditching high OTA fees and taking back control with Lodgify’s trusted, flexible platform. Use code ABP20 for 20% off all yearly and bi-yearly plans until September 30th, 2025. https://lodgify.com/?afmc=2cq   In this episode, Alex shares the exact moment he realized he was building the wrong business. Burnt out, underpaid, and overwhelmed managing Airbnb units, he made a critical pivot—into a smarter, more scalable model: becoming a booking agent. If you're tired of the guest drama, late cleaners, and constant messages, this episode shows you how to earn 15% commissions without managing properties, using funnels, automation, and AI to attract high-value corporate clients—even while you sleep.   KEY TAKEAWAYS The real money in short-term rentals isn’t in hosting—it’s in connecting demand with supply You don’t need to own or manage a single property to earn How to use funnels and AI to bring in corporate & relocation leads automatically Why this model is scalable, low-stress, and built for 2025 and beyond Real-life examples from students who went from burnout to remote booking success   THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT – CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk BEST MOMENTS “What if I stopped being the one doing all the work and started being the one that controlled the work?” “The money, the leverage, and the freedom in this industry isn’t in the hosting—it’s in controlling the flow of the demand.” “A good funnel changes the game. With the funnel, they come to you.” “You didn’t lift a finger—not to clean a property, not to argue with guests, not to call Airbnb support. You just joined the dots.” “AI isn’t replacing you—it’s freeing you.” “Stop chasing bookings. Start attracting them.” “The best time to own this funnel was last year. The second-best time is today.”   LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex looks at why so many property entrepreneurs are still putting all of their time and energy into managing properties for a 15% commission, when they could instead source leads. A business model that will make you just as much money with a fraction of the risk, stress and time involved in sourcing, setting up and running your own Airbnb properties. If you're ready to ditch the property management stress and earn more with less work, start by listening to this short episode. Alex explains exactly how to get started and do so with very little capital. He also shares a simple way for you to greatly accelerate the rate at which you can make this lucrative property business model work for you. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Sourcing leads is far easier and less time-consuming than running your own Airbnb properties. The list of clients who need accommodation is almost endless. It includes, construction firms, insurance companies, language schools, healthcare providers and many more. Unlike buying and managing your own property, there is no limit to how many leads you can generate. You don't have to worry about cleaning the property, handling all those guest complaints, or responding to maintenance issues. You only need a few hundred in capital to get started with accommodation lead sourcing. There is virtually no stress involved with this business model. The key to success is building a good sales funnel and building strong relationships. Alex & Pooh provide an easy-to-follow program that makes it easy to build a system that helps you to find high quality clients who will use your service again and again. BEST MOMENTS “Why not take the path of least resistance and make the same 15% commission, but while doing much less work?” “That´s the beauty of this business, it´s smart work not hard work.” “When you’re managing properties, you’re limited by how many properties you can handle atonce.” “Just to keep things running smoothly you inevitably get caught in that hamster wheel.” “There's no limit to how many leads you can source.” “It's a relationship business, not a transactional one.” “Once that deal is done, you simply sit back and collect your commission.” “We give you all of the core principles behind sourcing leads. How to create consistency and how to automate the process.” EPISODE RESOURCES How to nurture relationships with clients and property owners episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/qa/podcast/how-to-maintain-nurture-long-term-repeat- clients/id1725492164?i=1000716023191 LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this solo episode, Alex shares a powerful secret – how he and Pooh turn one-time customers into long-term clients that dependably generate consistent revenue for them. You only need a handful of repeat clients to build a business that pays all of your bills and becomes a six-figure enterprise. The contents of this episode is going to make a massive difference to your business if you take all this stuff on board. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Anyone can turn a one-time customer into a long-term client. How well you onboard a new client has a huge impact on whether they come back to you for more rooms or houses. Building trust is the key to enjoying a fruitful long-term business relationship with your customers. Get back to people fast, within 5 mins is ideal. Have a range of different properties on your list of possibilities. Care a bit more, ask questions to uncover their true needs e.g. Do you need parking? Once everyone has checked in, send them a quick message to check everything is OK. Be clear about billing and stick to the terms and conditions. The more open you are the more honest and trustworthy they will think you are. Stay on the radar of your former clients. Alex shares several ways to do this without being overbearing or annoying. Using the techniques Alex & Pooh teaches you will be able to build a strong funnel that enables you to turn a single sale into repeat business, which means long-term revenue. Businesses that have strong cashflow are the ones that are around for decades, repeat business greatly improves cashflow. BEST MOMENTS “You only really need a handful of repeat clients in this game.” “It's all about onboarding that one client. Doing a great job at the beginning.” “Seeing the property firsthand, understanding the surrounding area and evaluating the overall condition. It's just crucial.” “By ensuring that the properties that we recommend are of top quality, we're protecting the relationship that we've made with that client.” “Just telling them about a few local restaurants, stuff like that…can make them feel a lot more valued.” “There's no point in just asking for feedback. You've got to act on the feedback.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.untk/

In this episode, Alex &Pooh discuss something they both have experience of – the shiny penny syndrome. They both chewed their way through a lot of money taking multiple courses, without fully following through or signing up for courses that were out of date or poorly supported. They share how they broke out of this negative cycle, found a trustworthy and supportive provider who taught them a business model that enabled them to finally begin making money – a lot of money. They explain how to work out whether a course/business model is likely to work for you before you invest a lot of time and money into learning it. As well as how to stay focused on one thing at a time so you can truly master it and maximise what you get out of each course. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS Lots of people chew through all of their savings by taking course after course, many of which are utter rubbish. Shiny Penny Syndrome, flipping from one business model to another without following through, will waste a lot of your time and money. Sticking with one model and seeing things through teaches you more than flitting from one thing to another. Understand that not all business models are going to be right for you e.g. to use lease options effectively, you need to be a confident deal maker. Before signing up, use free research to find out as much as you can about the money-making method you are considering learning. As you do your research, make a list of questions. Ask the training company questions and keep asking until you feel sure you understand what you are signing up for. BEST MOMENTS “I thought, ‘How could I have been so stupid? How could I have been duped so easily and bought into such utter bulls**t.” “Just keep going in that one direction and there is a very high probability that you will get there.” “It's good to start small and then just kind of slowly work your way up.” “You can't just do it because you think you're going to make loads of money. It's not going to work. You need to have some passion for it.” “To make lease options work, you need to be a certain kind of person. You need to have the character traits to be able to confidently, like, walk into an agent and deliver a crystal-clear pitch .” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this episode, Alex & Pooh share the details of a 42-bed deal that they recently got over the line. They break down the strategies they used to put themselves in a position where they are able to attract large scale accommodation contracts. Including the role consistent marketing plays in doing this and how they have automated most of that process. This episode offers you the opportunity to work with them to learn how to build a flexible, highly profitable business that can be managed from anywhere in the world. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://calendly.com/airbnbblueprint KEY TAKEAWAYS •It will take you time to get good at lead generation, but once you do you can earn a lot of money very quickly. •Lead generation is one of those rare business models that genuinely can be done regardless of where you are in the world. •Even doing huge deals does not take up a lot of your time. •Lead generation is not passive income, but your involvement is so low that it is very close to being that. •Identify who your ideal clients would be and then actively work to get them added to your mailing list. •Spend time cold calling companies in the niche you have chosen to find accommodation to. •The copy you use when you reach out to the people responsible for housing workers and others needs to demonstrate that that you understand their pain points and have a solution. •Regularly remind each accommodation co-ordinator (bookers) that you are there to help. Automate this process. •Learn how to automate your email outreach, analysis it´s effectiveness and tweak what you do next time. •You need the right software, a proper outreach schedule and to be consistent. •Understand how to find accommodation for a large group of people quickly e.g. If there is a flood a housing association needs temporary homes fast. BEST MOMENTS “The aha moment was – Holy c**p I can make money without having to own, rent or manage properties.” “It takes another 2 or 3 minutes and you get paid £500 for it.” “Don´t rely on just the OTAs, actively reach out to clients.” “We´ll help you get that all set up – email campaigns, your funnel and your website.” “This hasn’t just dropped out of the sky, it comes from putting in the time and nurturing the relationships.” “Speed is everything.” “It´s about having enough hooks in the water.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this episode, Alex & Pooh discuss some of the misconceptions surrounding getting started with property development. Including the fact that even if you decide to enter the market using the rent-to-rent model you will still need to make a significant upfront investment, which with the current levels of competition is also going to be quite risky. They then outline a way to make money out of property that requires hardly any of the upfront investment or risk – lead generation. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Owning property is still a good way to make money and pass something onto your kids, but it is far from the only way to make cash from property. Typically, the rent-to-rent model costs circa £8,000 upfront. Lead generation requires hardly any up-front costs yet still offers you a way to earn a substantial income. Once you know what you are doing, lead generation is a low stress way to earn a living. If you are doing lead generation, be realistic. As with any thing you are new to it will take time to learn and get your first lead, but from there you will typically gain momentum. No matter how mature your lead generation business is, there will be times when bookings are slow, at which point you will need to work harder and innovate. Operating ethically is essential if you want to be successful. Both hosts and clients need to know they can trust you. If they have any doubts, they will quickly go elsewhere. You need to be prepared to do your due diligence. BEST MOMENTS “There are things you can do with property to start generating really good cash flow and income to replace your job or salary, without needing much money upfront.” “People still say - rent to rent is the right way to get into property if you don't have any money, which simply isn't true.” “I’ve seen it too often where people spend the money thats not theirs first…then have to refund it back to the client.” “We are always 100% transparent with all with of our partners.” “We're not trying to squeeze everybody to death, that’s unethical, but we’re trying to make sure that everybody wins so we can keep repeating the business again and again.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this episode, Alex & Pooh discuss how to determine which partners and clients you should be working with. At some point scammers or shady people will target your lead generation service, it´s just a part of doing business. Alex & Pooh share the details of some of the scams they have seen, as well as how to spot them and make sure you do not become one of their victims. They explain how to do due diligence, the safest way to handle last minute bookings, THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk  KEY TAKEAWAYS Having to deal with would-be scammers or shady characters is sadly almost inevitable for lead generators. You need to be accommodating, but when it comes to taking payment late, you need to really know that company well before you can consider doing that. Last minute bookings are not that uncommon. Which means occasionally the client will be in the property before the payment goes through the banking system e.g. at the weekend. Only take payments via bank transfer to avoid card payment clawbacks. Carefully vet your hosts. Alex & Pooh explain how they have handled specific scenarios. Be organized you need to carefully track both sides of the transaction, how and when your client paid and the same for the host you use. Protect yourself with partnership contracts. Alex & Pooh explain how you can access their training and downloads to learn more about these contracts. Airbnb takes a long time to handle claims. BEST MOMENTS “We have to do a lot of due diligence on who our clients are and our partners too.” “Sometimes they try to book with you then they don’t pay.” “It´s hard to fake listings with a substantial number of reviews behind them.” “You´re gonna speak to quite a few people to make sure you understand the rate and that it’s reasonable.” “If you don’t know everything that’s going on and how every booking is meant to work, you can just get screwed.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this episode of the Airbnb Blueprint Podcast, Alex & Pooh talk about an issue that afflicts a lot of Airbnb entrepreneurs, including them – burnout. They share their own experience with this problem and how ignoring this danger can lead to life changing mental health issues, that are very difficult to recover from. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk  KEY TAKEAWAYS You need to recognise when you are under pressure and need support. Learn to recognise There are many different types of pressure that can make running your business feel difficult. Having a family puts a lot of demands on your time so you have to be organised. Not having a family means fewer time constraint issues but makes it easier to be ill- disciplined and not work productively. You are not a machine. Nobody works well if they sit down and work for hours on end. Everyone needs to relax Being structured and focused is the best way to take the pressure off. Truly value your work time. If it does not benefit your business, don´t do it. Exercise is a crucial component of success. It enables you to switch off completely. Get away from your screens. Everyone needs a block of time away from their electronics. BEST MOMENTS "I still struggle with it (burnout) on a daily basis.” “Pooh struggles with it as well, he´s got so many plates spinning.” “I didn’t see the signs coming from her, the signs of depression. It reached the point where it got too far, and I could not recognize my wife. She was a completely different person.” “Make sure you're finding time for something outside of all of the noise and all of the work and stress something so that you can just turn off for a short period of time.” “If you want to be successful in business, exercise is a must, otherwise you can't keep your mental capacity up.” “Take that time to switch everything off.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years.  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this episode, Alex & Pooh provide you with the real tangible steps you need to take to generate leads that you can sell to other Airbnb hosts. Allowing you to take a commission without dealing with guests, owning or maintaining properties, liabilities or risk. You can generate leads for any part of the UK and do so regardless of where you live in the world. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS You can do Airbnb lead generation anywhere in the world. Make connections with customers who are likely to bring in repeat business e.g. relocation agencies. Email marketing and B2B strategies are also effective ways to turn people into repeat customers. Choose an audience/market, fully understand what they need, the language that appeals to them and tailor your message accordingly e.g. couples who are getting married, wedding venues. Actively seek out properties that match the needs of the clients you are focusing on. You can source properties through online travel agencies., they have huge reach. Pooh and Alex explain how. Working with owners who are a part of schemes like the ASAP helps to ensure that the properties your leads stay in are of a high quality. Operate with honesty. You need a good reputation to do well in this business. The money has to flow through you, but you need to do it in a way that does not lead to issues with the tax authorities. Be aware of scammers. Alex & Pooh cover avoiding this issue and limiting other risks in their in-depth training. Remove friction (keystrokes) from your sales funnel. BEST MOMENTS “Generate leads that you can go ahead and sell to other Airbnb hosts, taking your commission and simply sitting back and getting paid. No guests, no properties, no stress, no liabilities, no risk.” “We're generating leads anywhere from Bournemouth to Scotland.” “There's literally no limit, and you can scale this business as big as you want, from anywhere in the world.” “Get very specific, niche down.” “Keep reaching out proactively to people through emails.” “That can be a six-figure contract in itself.” “Be careful guys there´s a lot of sharks out there.” “The intention has to be clear, and on paper.” EPISODE RESOURCES https://theasap.org.uk LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years.  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this episode, Alex and Pooh are joined by Gareth and Stephanie Buckley, the co-founders of The InSOLVEncy Company which in 2024 became a part of Monahans, a leading accountancy and business advisory firm. Gareth and Sephanie spotted that many smaller business owners could greatly benefit from some real-world based practical advice and a good listening ear.  THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Seeking advice from an insolvency practitioner as soon as you know your business is struggling is wise. By taking the right action, you can save the business. If a business is unable to avoid insolvency, the right advice limits the damage and avoids personal liability for many debts. If you are worried, seek advice before doing things like renegotiating leases or loans. Gareth and Stephanie offer free initial advice. Stay aware of upcoming changes in legislation and how they are likely to impact you. The HMRC v Sonders ruling could see some businesses having to retrospectively pay back VAT. Why that is and how to prepare for it are discussed. The abolition of TOMS may mean some businesses are no longer viable. If you are still using TOMS you need to urgently review how you are operating. The consequences of not doing so are discussed. Avoid taking the wrong actions and creating personal liability. Keeping your business account healthy is important, once an account is frozen the options available to resolve issues narrows. Shutting a business down to avoid debt does not always work. Why is explained. BEST MOMENTS “There is support available, so you don't go through this alone.” “They just needed somebody to talk to, so they could navigate through that and not end up insolvent.” “Speaking to an insolvency practitioner is evidence that you are doing the right thing as a director, looking at all options and taking it seriously.” “Its much better to keep both your personal and the business separate. EPISODE RESOURCES FOR FREE ADVICE CONTACT https://www.theinsolvencycompany.co.uk Sonders v HMRC VAT ruling - https://pkf-francisclark.co.uk/insights/big-win-for-hmrc-in-the- upper-tribunal-of-sonder-europe-ltd-toms-vat-case LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years.  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this episode, Alex & Pooh sit down to talk about scams, specifically online course scams and courses that are actually pyramid schemes. There are so many of them out there that it is now making people so suspicious that it is holding many back from pursuing financial freedom. Alex & Pooh explain how to navigate this situation – how to avoid the scammers and still gain the knowledge and support you need to succeed. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Lots of people still want to work for themselves, but because they no longer trust online coaches and course providers many of them are giving up on their dream. There are still some genuine course providers and coaches out there. Before you sign up for anything, do your research. Find out who the course provider is and go online to check that they have actually been successful in the field they are talking about. Understand how pyramid and Ponzi schemes work and the many forms that are used for these types of scams. These are universally used scam methods, so recognising and avoiding them is important. Some courses are just pyramid schemes. People who buy are required to get others to buy too, at which point they get paid a commission. Often, these courses contain no usable knowledge but the drive to make money leads people to recommend them. Pooh & Alex explain in detail how pyramid and Ponzi scheme courses operate and how to avoid them. Be realistic, stop looking for a get rich scheme. Every successful business takes work, sacrifice and time to grow. Double check that the business model you are considering learning is for you. If you want to travel a lot, a business that requires you to stay in one place all year is not a good option.   BEST MOMENTS “There´s so much overwhelm, it makes people suspicious.” “You start thinking everything´s bulls**t, it´s a scam.” “Make sure that what they're selling or offering is something that they actually practice themselves.” “A lot of people do not want to admit that they have been lied to.” “You need to look at what is working today but also have an interest in what you’re going into.” “Generating and selling leads to Airbnb hosts or serviced accommodation hosts is a win-win business. ” “I can go to a beach bar…and just sit there generating leads.” LINKS FREE Guide - http://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/guide FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex shares the story of one of his and Pooh´s mentees who added lead generation to his Airbnb business, which enabled him to level up his profits surprisingly quickly. Within 4 weeks of starting to focus on lead generation, he did a deal to house 30 people for 12 months. The deal saw other landlords pay him a total of £5,000 to £6,000 per month for a whole year and he has several similar deals in the pipeline. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS John only got started with Airbnb 12 months ago and has already been able to diversify into other areas of the serviced accommodation business. Being able to network and build strong relationships with others makes lead generation much easier and very lucrative. Lead generation works really well, in part, because it is a win-win transaction, and you are providing a service for which there is almost endless demand. Networking is the key to making a lot of money through lead generation. During the episode, Alex shares details of the best places to find people who regularly need to house large groups of people. To get started, all you need is a phone, a laptop and a desire to find the deals. Serviced accommodation lead generation can be done from anywhere in the world. BEST MOMENTS “Scale a very low risk serviced accommodation business without the liability of taking on lots of properties.” “Build peripheral businesses around your immediate business of serviced accommodation.” “John maintained and nurtured that relationship moving forward.” “It was a life-changing moment for John.” “Get ahead of the curve….get creative.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex & Pooh get you into the money mindset. They literally “show you the money” providing more information about a simple way to ethically and substantially increase how much you earn from Airbnb. They have been able to create an additional revenue stream for their business. One that takes up very little of their time, does not require any further upfront investment, generates zero extra overheads and is a service for which there is huge demand. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Big bookings sound lucrative, but once you take into account overheads and unexpected expenses they are rarely as profitable as you expect. Big bookings only pan out if the client stays with you for the full period that was discussed and pays you in full. It is not unusual for contractors etc to move to new accommodation after a month or so or for their job to finish early. Making money regularly in smaller increments is a far more robust business model than simply chasing big bookings that you will only secure occasionally. The income comes in smaller increments but is so much more scalable. Generating regular reoccurring income improves cash flow so you can thrive and grow. Selling deals and inquiries is far easier than managing your own or providing services for other people´s properties. Demand for leads is extremely high, and you can provide them across the UK, so there are plenty of opportunities. Many Airbnb owners struggle with sales. If you invest in honing your sales skills, they will happily pay you to do it for them. BEST MOMENTS “People should shift their attention more to the smaller increments of income. It is a lot more scalable, without all the risk.” “Understand the power of the compound effect.” “When you stack a lot of them up, it overtakes your main property income.” “We are supplying bookings, enquiries and leads to the whole country.” ”You can choose… just find other partners that have the same ethics and core values as you.” “How scalable selling these inquiries is, and the balance of income potential versus the amount of work that's required is so powerful.” “You can make money ethically and without having to spend a lot of time at it.” “The amount of dopamine and adrenaline that comes from selling deals is insane. I love it because it feels like easy money.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex & Pooh talk about consistent revenue. They cover why it matters, why so many Airbnb business owners struggle to achieve it and how to change things up, so that those months where bookings are scarce is no longer a threat to the overall viability of your business. They share the exact strategy they are using to diversify and earn a lot of revenue without taking on a huge amount of extra stress. In fact, this approach means that you actually end up earning well while doing far less work than you normally would.  THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS All Airbnb owners experience dry months with very few bookings. The fact that your regular overheads are high, especially if you are doing rent to rent, means it does not take long to run out of money. Even if you are booked up for months in advance, you can´t afford to be complacent. Things change, people and contractors cancel. Poor cashflow is the main reason businesses fold. Creating consistent revenue by diversifying largely solves the cashflow issue. Working with partners creates a win-win situation which generates income for both of you. Seek out partners that share your standards and values. Don´t be afraid to charge a fee when you generate a booking for another Airbnb owner. You’re finding them a client, so are genuinely adding value to their business. You need to match the right customer with the right host. Regardless of the type of business you run, success all comes down to lead generation. There is a huge demand for Airbnb leads, so now is the time to get involved and provide them. Generating leads through OTAs and paid ads no longer works well, which is why Alex and Pooh teach a different approach. BEST MOMENTS “I looked for partners that were willing to work with us.” “It´s easy to just rest on your laurels and say “I´m making good money”.” “We always control the money; it has to come through us all the time.” “Then for the next four months, we get like £600 for just doing one invoice.” “It really doesn’t get much more passive than that.” “We are heavily focused on making a lot of money for our partners. Then we just take commissions.” “It´s the best use of your time.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community  https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years.This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

The serviced accommodation industry is changing fast, especially the Airbnb sector, which means that what has worked in the past is not going to work in the future. Without scare mongering, Alex & Pooh share the changes that they and their students are seeing as a result of market saturation, legislation, tax rulings and other new challenges. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS The Airbnb market is saturated. Yet, SA course providers are not telling people this, which means even more people are entering the industry, making things worse. You can no longer take a short crash course and then go out, rent a property, put it on Airbnb, and make money. Relying solely on bookings to cover your Airbnb business overheads is now a precarious business model. Airbnb entrepreneurs need to pivot and create further streams of income to maintain cashflow, remain solvent and make a decent profit. Using the knowledge, skills, and connections you already have to diversify is the best way to generate consistent revenue. Understand your strengths and hire people to cover your weaknesses. Relying solely on OTAs for bookings is no longer viable. Selling enquiries and leads to other hosts and taking a cut is a great way to make additional revenue and do so consistently, but you need the right training. BEST MOMENTS “That´s what we are about, being real, genuine, bringing some ethics to this business.” “We need to learn other ways to maintain consistent revenue.” “The truth is there's just too many people doing it (SA/Airbnb).” “You can no longer rely 100% on bookings.” “Right now, we have to accept that … if we want to make real money, we’ve got to change up the way we’re doing things.” “I like to set things up and then have much more capable people do the rest for me.”“I think the key is just to make a lot of money for other people and you take your cut. Its fair.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. - This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

This episode of the Airbnb Blueprint podcast is a bit different. Today, instead of focusing on the practicalities of building a business, Alex talks about the essence of life itself. He invites you all to pause and think about the deeper question – Why are we here? He is doing this because properly answering that question for yourself and using as a guide is actually important to your personal and business success.  THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US  https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk   KEY TAKEAWAYS Pursuing material wealth alone, as society teaches us to do, often leads to dissatisfaction. Money is a tool that facilitates things, not the ultimate goal. Money cannot buy you the most important things in life e.g. fulfilling relationships. Passion drives more sustainable success than purely pursuing monetary rewards does. Constantly chasing material possessions is a trap. Prioritise personal fulfilment over status symbols that bring only transitory joy. Align your work with your passions. When you do that, the money naturally follows. The fact you are enthusiastic makes it easy to work well and succeed. Reflect deeply on your life's purpose and make choices that align with your core values. Focus on creating meaningful impact, not just income. Value your time, it is the most precious thing you have. Building a legacy brings long-term satisfaction. Don't let external validation drive you. Future-proof your business. Think outside the box and explore other ways to derive income from your skills e.g. lead generation. BEST MOMENTS "Money might buy you a beautiful house, but it can't buy you a fulfilling life." "How much of what we're chasing is about how others perceive us, rather than how we feel about ourselves?" “The more we compare ourselves to others, the more unsatisfied we become…we give away our power.” “We let societal expectations steer and dictate our path, taking the choices out of our own hands.” "Life is short, and the only currency we have is time, and it's the only thing that money can't buy."   EPISODE RESOURCES Unscripted - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Unscripted-Life-Liberty-Pursuit-Entrepreneurship/dp/B0711VG44Y LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex explains why a shift in the serviced accommodation industry has turned the rent-to-rent approach into a broken model. He explains why some SA trainers are not recognising this fact and are continuing to teach rent-to-rent, instead of the new approach he and Pooh are now offering. The new model they are teaching enables people to make good money without investing a lot of money, dealing directly with guests, worrying about VAT, TOMS or competing in a saturated market. Alex shares an easy way for you to get started with this little-used business strategy. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://welcome.airbnbblueprint.co.uk KEY TAKEAWAYS The serviced accommodation market is saturated. Regardless of where you operate, there is more accommodation than there are guests. The HMRC v Sonder TOMS VAT case means a loophole SA businesses have been able to use to avoid the 20% VAT liability on turnover is set to close. If your rent-to-rent SA business is turning over £90k the TOMS VAT situation is a ticking time bomb. Rising overheads, more competition, regulation and tax changes combined with fewer guests and lower per night prices are all combining to make rent-to-rent far more difficult. It is possible to run a bookings management company from anywhere and it only takes a few months to start making a profit. Now is the time to pivot and train to become a relocation agent. Currently, very few people are offering this highly sought-after service, so it is really easy to make money doing it. BEST MOMENTS “The rent-to-rent model … is beginning to crack. It's not just bending at the edges; it’s breaking and it’s doing it fast.” “Everyone's trying to undercut everyone else, and it's turned into a race to the bottom.” “You're going to start to see people going from making a pretty decent margin to breaking even, or worse, losing money. ” “Our business is built on integrity. We don't just say what's popular, we say what's true in today's world, in today's market.” “You simply bring the two parties together, provide a high-level service, and take your cut.” “There's no need to panic. We just need to pivot.” EPISODE RESOURCES Sonder vs HMRC TOMS VAT case - https://pkf-francisclark.co.uk/insights/big-win-for-hmrc-in-the-upper-tribunal-of-sonder-europe-ltd-toms-vat-case LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex talks about the brain drain caused by social media and the negative impact getting sucked into social media has on productivity, a problem that Alex understands well. Despite being aware of social media addiction, occasionally, Alex still finds himself zoning out and scrolling for far longer than he intended. Fortunately, the 10 strategies he shares in this episode are helping him to greatly reduce how often that happens. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US  https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/  KEY TAKEAWAYS Social media addiction is very real and a problem for most people. Even when people know they can easily get sucked into spending too much time on social media, most of them still find themselves doing exactly that, at times. If you don’t create some sort of structure for yourself, the alluring freedom of working for yourself and choosing your own timetable becomes a trap. Use time blocking, to stay organised and improve your time management. Prioritise your tasks the night before. Don´t be afraid of turning off your notifications for a couple of hours. Once you have done it a few times you will realise that you don´t miss anything important by doing this. Focus entirely on each task and avoid switching between apps or platforms. Yoga, deep breathing exercises and meditation all train your brain to stay calm and focused. If you are bored, do some yoga stretches instead of scrolling on social media. Balance is essential. Set boundaries between your work and personal life. If you only work, you will burn out. BEST MOMENTS “This is a problem that I really, really struggle with.” “You tell yourself I'll get stuck in after just one more post and you end up wasting a whole day like this.” “It´s really planned and regimented time blocking that makes successful people as productive as they are.” “When it comes to staying productive, accountability is also one of the most powerful motivators.” “When you’re clear on your objectives, you can really structure your day around the tasks that will help you achieve them.” EPISODE RESOURCES The Pomodoro® Technique - https://www.pomodorotechnique.com How to block social media - https://www.techlockdown.com/guides/block-social-media LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex explains how to create a really effective Airbnb listing. A task which starts with investing money in refurbishing your property to a high standard. If you do not do that, it is impossible to create a listing that tempts guests to book with you. He explains what you should be spending money on and what you shouldn´t and how to make sure you get the refurb done fast so you are not left paying rent for a property that is standing empty. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US  https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/  KEY TAKEAWAYS Everyone has to start spending before they start earning. Spend your refurb budget on the right things, Alex explains exactly what they are. Understand your avatar when deciding how to enhance your property. Focus on what they like and need. Get the refurb done quickly. You can´t have the property empty while you are paying rent to your landlord. Invest in good photos. Hire a professional who is used to photographing SA properties. You need at least 20. 50 is much better. Start with Airbnb, you get paid faster than with Booking.com and the listing process is far easier. Most people create appalling listings, so if you do yours to a high standard, it will stand out. Use ChatGPT to create titles that really pop. Focus on the first few words, those are the ones that catch people´s eye. The first 5 pictures on your listing are the most important. Use them to highlight the features that your guests want most. BEST MOMENTS “If you do this stuff, guys, you will be booked, and you will be in the 1% of listings on Airbnb. It's not that difficult.” “We'll get you to your goals in a 10th of the time with almost zero risk.” “Think, how can I make this place suitable for my target client avatar.” “The title is key. The next most important thing, or just as important, is the pictures.” “It's not just the quality of the pictures, it's what pictures you should be taking, the flow of the pictures and the staging of the pictures.” “Your photographer needs to be Airbnb, SA specific.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex & Pooh sit down to discuss work life balance, something that they both have to work hard at to achieve and maintain. For example, Pooh, who has two young kids, is really struggling right now with getting the balance right. He explains why that is and the steps he is taking to solve this problem. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/  KEY TAKEAWAYS Most entrepreneurs find it hard to switch off. Particularly in the early days when they are still establishing their business. You have to make time for yourself. If you don´t you will burn out, then your family, personal life and business will suffer. Personal freedom is one of the main reasons people build a business, don´t lose sight of that vision and let your business shackle you. No matter how organised you are, unexpected things crop up that you cannot ignore or wait until later to address, particularly when you have children. Set aside blocks of time to focus and be highly productive e.g. Pooh does this between 10am and 14.00 while his kids are at school. Try getting up early to work instead of working late. Most people find this approach more energising. Invest in yourself by outsourcing as much as you can, including in your personal life e.g. Hire a gardener. But make sure you use the time you save productively. Share tasks with your partner. Throughout the day ask yourself - is what I am doing now (or planning to do) helping me to achieve one of my goals? Set boundaries and learn to say no more often. Be disciplined. Set personal boundaries, e.g. limiting screen time. Hobbies are great, but make sure they do not swallow up too much time. Plan your day the night before. Don´t avoid the hard things. Tackle them first, especially the vital tasks. Not doing your accounts can lead to cashflow issues. BEST MOMENTS “Is it all just work, grind and hustle without really knowing their final destination or having a clear vision in mind?” “Here's the truth. So, for me, I think work life balance doesn´t exist at this point in time.” “If its your business, you will always think about it, no matter what .” “But outside of everything ... theres also gotta be that time that you find for yourself.” “We need to be able to set boundaries, even with ourselves,” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To- Lets collectively over the last 5 years.This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

For this episode, Alex and Pooh are joined by Jo and Vicky, the founders of The Canine Business Academy, two incredibly inspirational ladies doing great things. They get into detail around money, how to talk about it, break it down and be comfortable with it, and most importantly, around imposter syndrome and getting confident with yourself and allowing yourself to believe that you deserve to be successful.    THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/    KEY TAKEAWAYS When you share the fact that you are a business owner, you start to believe and act more like one. Take the right action and say goodbye to imposter syndrome. A lot of dog business owners started out offering services as a hobby because they like dogs. Many are stuck in that hobbyist mindset, and don´t charge enough. Understanding the market you are trying to serve is critical in all industries. The type of customer you want to attract dictates how you shape the services you offer. Keep persevering. It takes time to change your mindset and transform your business. Taking action is the thing that moves you forward fastest. Just taking courses and doing nothing leaves you going nowhere. Stop comparing yourself to others, especially on social media. Every business needs a purpose. Focusing in on a group of people whose problem you are there to solve helps you to identify the purpose of your business. BEST MOMENTS “You can change whatever you want to change in your business.” “The two things that people always throw money at are their kids and their pets.” “They're still running their business like a hobby, running themselves ragged and working so many hours for nothing.” “It all comes back down to that societal pressure of, oh, you can't possibly do anything different.” “There is an abundance of information out there to the point where it's paralyzing.”   EPISODE RESOURCES https://.caninebusinessacademy.com https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/lets-talk-dog-business/id1727170978 https://www.tiktok.com/@letstalkdogbusiness https://www.youtube.com/@LetsTalkDogBusiness https://www.facebook.com/groups/caninebusinessacademycommunity/ Book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lets-Talk-Dog-Business-Strategy/dp/1068791705 7:11:4 hack - https://galaxy.ai/youtube-summarizer/unlocking-success-daniel-priestleys-7114-hack-for-entrepreneurs-sFkR34AMPw8 LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.          

This Airbnb Blueprint episode is a 30-minute “selling to agents masterclass”. It is ideal for anyone who is playing with the idea of getting involved in building an Airbnb business or someone who already has a couple of rent-to-rent deals and wants to take on one more. Alex and Pooh explain how they find and create killer rent-to-rent deals through agents. Learn how to network and seal your first deal, pass the checks agents carry out, identify the right properties for your business and much, much more. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/ KEY TAKEAWAYS You have to find a way to make the deal work for everyone involved. If you don´t, nobody is going to sign on the dotted line. Start by targeting people who already know you. This approach overcomes the trust barrier. Once you have one rent-to-rent property running it becomes easier for agents to see that you know what you are doing.  You will be vetted by agents. They will charge hundreds to put you through their referencing process. Alex and Pooh explain what you will need to pass the vetting process. Before approaching agents, identify the market you want to serve and the type of property you need for that. Network to connect with agents. Which events to target is shared in the episode – it is not what you think. Forget cold calling the big agents. Two innovative ways to find smaller agents that will actually rent to you are shared during the episode. Write yourself a script, polish it and practice it. But be ready to answer questions at the end. You need more than just the script. Some agents will automatically think you are going to sublet the property. Be clear in your mind why what you are proposing is not subletting, so you can overcome that objection. BEST MOMENTS “When you're going cold through agents, especially when you're first starting out in this business, there's zero trust.” “Think like an agent… understand their pain points.” “Speak to whoever is in charge, if you can.” “Make sure you know what you're looking for first.” “Spend time nurturing relationships with agents.” EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.yell.com How to find small agents on Right Move - https://www.rightmove.co.uk/estate-agents.html LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.  

In this episode, Alex and Pooh are joined by Paul and Laura of VATNAV, a VAT consultancy service that has additional expertise in the Tour Operators Margin Scheme (TOMS VAT). They cover the dangers of SA owners not dealing with VAT properly and how to get it right. We confirm on 14 February’25 that Sonder have sought permission to appeal to the Court of Appeal. Assuming permission is granted, this means that the decision will not stop with the UTT loss but we have continued uncertainty until the CoA hearing and result. Businesses using TOMS or wanting to use TOMS in the intervening period should consider the options and risks carefully” THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/   KEY TAKEAWAYS There is a lot of misinformation out there about TOMS VAT. There are VAT schemes that can benefit SA businesses. They are discussed during the episode. VAT is a tax on each transaction.  Determine when you need to register your business for VAT. BEST MOMENTS “On Facebook groups, everybody presumes that everyone is running their business the same way.” “VAT is a tax on each transaction … it is literally unique to each individual transaction.” “Each sale and purchase you make has its own VAT treatment.” “For a lot of businesses … it kind of wipes out their margin.” “This lack of clarity is the thing that's concerned me the most.” “If there's going to be a VAT clawback, it could just kind of wipe everybody out.”   EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.vatnav.com Over 16 years of experience VATNAV provides VAT consultancy services, and has additional expertise in the Tour Operators Margin Scheme (TOMS) rules, and other VAT issues affecting the travel industry. VAT is important to get right for any business as it can often make a huge difference to profitability, cash flow and market value. To us, "optimising VAT" means firstly ensuring your VAT risks are minimised (i.e. that your VAT treatment and accounting is clear, accurate, and consistent). Secondly, ensuring that you are never paying any more VAT than necessary. VAT is rarely "black and white", the law is ever-changing and there are often multiple VAT options available - let us help you ensure yours is the most efficient for your business. Contact Us at: phone: 07971 642789 email: [email protected] https://www.vatnav.com  LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.  

In this episode, Alex talks about rent-to-rent a strategy that you can use to get into the Airbnb business even if you don´t have the money to buy a property. With this approach you don´t need a large deposit, a mortgage and having poor credit is not an issue.  It´s an easy way to get started so there are a lot of people doing this, which makes finding rent-2-rent properties harder. Alex shares several ways to find deals even in such a crowded market. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/ KEY TAKEAWAYS If you don´t have sufficient funds to buy a property, consider using the rent-to-rent strategy. In the UK, agents still control 90% of the available rental properties.  To rent from agencies you need to get through their vetting process. Often, they will not allow rent-to-rent. Going direct to landlords solves these issues. Offer the landlord a long contract. They like set and forget deals. Start by approaching landlords who already know you e.g. a family member. Anticipate the concerns landlords have about letting their property be used for Airbnb. Overcome those potential objections during your pitch. Demonstrate to the landlord that renting to you is less risky, will make them more money and improve their property. Alex explains how.   BEST MOMENTS “You need significantly less startup capital than if you were going to buy a property.” “Let everybody know that you are now a professional property investor who's educated, knowledgeable with training, and looking to get your first deal.” “Do long term contracts of three years, plus guarantee their rent.” “When a family moves into your property and signs that contract …. that essentially becomes their property. They have to do a lot of bad stuff for you to be able to get them out.” “Once you've got that first property off the ground, it's going to get easier. The snowball is going to start to build.” LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex and Pooh talk about imposter syndrome, something that holds a lot of would-be property entrepreneurs back. Using their own experiences and those of their mentees, they explain why so many of us struggle with imposter syndrome. Alex and Pooh share simple yet effective strategies anyone can use to overcome limiting beliefs, a lack of confidence and the fear of putting yourself out there and letting people know what you do.  THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/ KEY TAKEAWAYS Thinking you are not smart enough, good enough or rich enough to be involved in property is a very common form of imposter syndrome. Property is not a big boy’s game. Anyone can learn to do it and use low capital techniques to get started. Helping people with money find the deals they don’t have time to search for is a quick way to build a cash fund and make connections. Don´t fake it until you make it. Be honest about what you do, but always include the fact that you are a property investor in your identity, even if you are just getting started. How you see yourself massively impacts what you achieve.  Getting a mentor enables you to get out of your comfort zone and quickly make progress. Delete and block the haters on social media. Be yourself. Having a lack of confidence and being afraid of putting yourself out there is normal and can be overcome. BEST MOMENTS “You've just got to say they can do it. We can do it.” “Be genuine, be honest, be you.” “You've got to find a way to let go of imposter syndrome.” “If you can find the deal, you can absolutely find the money.” “For social media videos, it's just a matter of doing it. There are no magic answers.” “One of the first big steps. It's self-acceptance of, okay, the way I'm feeling is normal. “ LINKS FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.toastmasters.org HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex and Pooh discuss what to do when guests refuse to leave, a situation they have faced and resolved. They discuss why calling the Police is rarely an option, and why often it is not a simple case of physically kicking them out and changing the locks. Alex and Pooh also explain why taking them to court is rarely the right first step.  How to minimize the risk of this happening to you and where to get help with overstayers is also covered in great detail.   FREE Airbnb Blueprint Coaching Community -  https://airbnbblueprint.co.uk/join/ KEY TAKEAWAYS Guests have no legal right to overstay in serviced accommodation or a hotel room.  This is a civil matter, so the police will rarely intervene. Properly vetting your guests greatly reduces the chances of guests refusing to leave. Do not rely on the OTAs of platforms like Booking.com. Always verify the ID of all guests.  Make sure guests actually sign the terms and conditions and contract.  If a company makes the booking e.g. For employees, who signs the contract and terms and conditions are a bit different. Alex and Pooh explain why and what to do. If a 3rd party booked your property for the guests they will not help you remove them if they refuse to leave. The problem is still yours.  Using a solicitor and taking overstayers to court works but it is expensive and takes a long time.  If you say the wrong thing you can inadvertently open the door to overstayers being able to use squatters’ rights against you. BEST MOMENTS “With all education, it's about the good, the bad and the ugly, and in this episode, it’s going to get ugly.” “There are certain procedures that you have to comply with. There are certain things that you can't even say.” “I called the police, and they said, why don't you call citizen advice for guidance.” “You have to fight your corner to the end to get the insurance back.” “Due diligence can massively help to minimize this risk.” HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.

In this episode, Alex and Pooh talk about mindset. Running an Airbnb business is not always easy, especially at the start. There are downsides as well as upsides and you need to become resilient enough to deal with those issues, which means developing the right mindset. Alex and Pooh explain how to do this. Including how to develop the right mindset and understand your motivation so you can tap into that to keep yourself going when things get tough. They share the strategies they use to deal with feelings of overwhelm and crises of confidence, which all entrepreneurs encounter. THE AIRBNB BLUEPRINT CONSULTANT - CONTACT US https://www.facebook.com/groups/2342454789487705 KEY TAKEAWAYS Educating yourself properly about the Airbnb business model is invaluable. You greatly reduce stress and save time and money. You have to be realistic. At some point you will doubt yourself. If you don´t have the right mindset you will give up. All entrepreneurs experience massive highs and deep lows (valleys of despair). Prepare yourself to ride those waves. You need a strong why. A reason to put in twice the work for half the money for 6 months, a year, maybe more.Surround yourself with people who are on the same journey and at a similar stage as you. You need people who are going to listen, be sympathetic, and help you to turn your thought processes around. You need to take your partner with you. They need to be prepared for the short-term sacrifices that will need to be made. Don´t get too ahead of yourself. You need to achieve short term goals to reach your ultimate goal. BEST MOMENTS “Before people come to any kind of business, they need a reason that's bigger than themselves.” “There´s going to be a period of time where you have to put in the hard yards. Just accept that.” You´ve taken that money and switched it into freedom.” “Unless you are Elon Musk, which most of us aren´t, then it´s back to earth with a bump.” “If you are with someone who is really negative, who is holding you back, that can be really toxic to allowing you to be successful.” HOST BIOS Alex & Pooh have built a portfolio of over 16 Serviced Accommodation Units and 10 Buy-To-Lets collectively over the last 5 years. -  This AirBnB Business has allowed each of them to create their own tailor-made ‘lifestyle by design.’ Pooh chose to escape the corporate life as an electrical engineer instead to spend his time at home with his young and growing family, and Alex likes to spend most of his time in sunny Spain enjoying his love for road cycling or even hiking in the Tramuntana mountain ranges.