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STR Street Talk Show

STR Street Talk Show

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A video channel helping Airbnb hosts setup or improve their listing in a weekly chat format featuring Mark Smith, Felicity Stevens, Geoff Gedge and Merrydith Callegari.
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STR Street Talk Show 2024 - S1E3

STR Street Talk Show 2024 - S1E3

51 min 12 sec
Proudly bought to you by: BNB Host Support: https://bnbhostsupport.com Snowgums BNB: https://snowgumsgroup.com/snowgums-bnb-what-we-do Snowgums Property Services: https://snowgumsgroup.com/en-au/snowgums-property-services To view or subscribe to our blog go to: https://bnbhostsupport.com/en-au/blog/ For FREE setup and other support for new hosts contact us at: https://bnbhostsupport.com/en-au/pricing To contact or learn about an STR Street Talk Show host, please visit our webpage: https://bnbhostsupport.com/strshow or https://bnbhostsupport.com/mark or https://bnbhostsupport.com/geoff or https://bnbhostsupport.com/felicity or https://bnbhostsupport.com/merrydith or Chapters / timeline:
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STR Street Talk Show 2024 - S1E4

STR Street Talk Show 2024 - S1E4

40 min 2 sec
Proudly bought to you by: BNB Host Support: https://bnbhostsupport.com Snowgums BNB: https://snowgumsgroup.com/snowgums-bnb-what-we-do Snowgums Property Services: https://snowgumsgroup.com/en-au/snowgums-property-services To view or subscribe to our blog go to: https://bnbhostsupport.com/en-au/blog/ For FREE setup and other support for new hosts contact us at: https://bnbhostsupport.com/en-au/pricing To contact or learn about an STR Street Talk Show host, please visit our webpage: https://bnbhostsupport.com/strshow or https://bnbhostsupport.com/mark or https://bnbhostsupport.com/geoff or https://bnbhostsupport.com/felicity or https://bnbhostsupport.com/merrydith or Chapters / timeline:
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STR Street Talk Show 2024 - S1E1

STR Street Talk Show 2024 - S1E1

47 min 53 sec
The conversation revolves around the launch of a new podcast called "St Str Street Talk Show," where five friends discuss all things related to short-term rentals like Airbnb. They introduce themselves, discuss news updates from Airbnb's May release, highlight a listing in the top 1%, share listener Q&A, and talk about their experiences as super host ambassadors. The participants share insights on Airbnb experiences in Japan, the hospitality of hosts, and the diverse food experiences they had during their travels. The podcast aims to provide valuable information and tips for hosts in the short-term rental industry.
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STR Street Talk Show 2024 - S1E2

STR Street Talk Show 2024 - S1E2

31 min 47 sec
In this episode of the Str Street Talk Show, host Mark Smith is joined by Sue Jordan, Merrydith Callegari, and Geoff Gedge to discuss the basics of setting up an Airbnb listing. They cover various topics including: 1. Introduction and Popular Requests: Mark introduces the episode and mentions that due to popular demand, they are discussing the basics of setting up an Airbnb listing. 2. Avatar and Amenities: Sue talks about the importance of identifying your target guest (Avatar) and tailoring your amenities accordingly, such as being dog-friendly or family-friendly. 3. Listing Critique and Optimization: The hosts discuss the importance of having a catchy name and a captivating cover photo for your listing, as well as optimizing house rules to set clear expectations for guests. 4. Local Regulations and Support: Meredith emphasizes the importance of checking local council regulations before listing your property on Airbnb and highlights the support available from the hosts for new hosts. 5. Hospitality Mindset and Problem Resolution: The hosts stress the importance of adopting a hospitality mindset when hosting guests and being prepared to resolve any issues promptly and effectively, even if it means dealing with problems outside of regular business hours. 6. Market Targeting and Differentiation: Geoff emphasizes the need to target specific markets with your listing and differentiate yourself from competitors, whether it's through unique amenities or tailored experiences. 7. Conclusion and Call to Action: Mark wraps up the episode by encouraging viewers to like, subscribe, and leave comments or questions. He also reminds them to reach out to the hosts for further support and guidance in setting up their Airbnb listings. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights and practical tips for aspiring Airbnb hosts to maximize their success in the short-term rental market.
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