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Ep 261 - Revenue, Scaling, and the Traits of Successful STR Hosts with Matthew McDonald
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What separates the STR hosts who burn out from those who thrive?
In this episode, Matt shares his hard-earned lessons on revenue management, scaling, and the mindset shifts that set top operators apart.
• The truth about revenue management: when to DIY vs. hire
• How beginners can scale from 1–2 units to many
• Success traits Matt has seen across hundreds of operators
• Why your calendar is the foundation of business success
• The mindset shift: “If you can’t help yourself, you can’t help others”
• How to design life first, then build STR around it
00:02 – DIY Revenue Management: Matt’s 3 Best Tips
14:11 – Success Traits vs. Failure Traits
15:29 – The Power of a Strong WHY
18:29 – Calendar & Life Buckets for STR Success
19:08 – If You Can’t Help Yourself, You Can’t Help Others
20:52 – Designing Life First, Then Business
Guest Bio:
Matthew McDonald is a short-term rentals and hotels investor and coach.
Guest Link:
Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings:
http://group.strsecrets.com/
318 episodes
Manage episode 509082335 series 3315316
What separates the STR hosts who burn out from those who thrive?
In this episode, Matt shares his hard-earned lessons on revenue management, scaling, and the mindset shifts that set top operators apart.
• The truth about revenue management: when to DIY vs. hire
• How beginners can scale from 1–2 units to many
• Success traits Matt has seen across hundreds of operators
• Why your calendar is the foundation of business success
• The mindset shift: “If you can’t help yourself, you can’t help others”
• How to design life first, then build STR around it
00:02 – DIY Revenue Management: Matt’s 3 Best Tips
14:11 – Success Traits vs. Failure Traits
15:29 – The Power of a Strong WHY
18:29 – Calendar & Life Buckets for STR Success
19:08 – If You Can’t Help Yourself, You Can’t Help Others
20:52 – Designing Life First, Then Business
Guest Bio:
Matthew McDonald is a short-term rentals and hotels investor and coach.
Guest Link:
Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings:
http://group.strsecrets.com/
318 episodes
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