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1. This Is Why Hosts Are Giving Up (And How To Catch The Fallout)29.09.2025 (00:21:26)

   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.

2. If I Had To Make £5000 This Month From Scratch - Here's What I'd Do22.09.2025 (00:23:05)

   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.

3. The Client You Didn't Know Existed: Inside The Hidden World Of Emergency Housing15.09.2025 (00:20:59)

   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.

4. You Bought The Course. You followed The Steps. You're Still Broke. Here's Why08.09.2025 (00:26:55)

   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.

5. If Airbnb Shut Down Tomorrow, Would You Still Have A Business?01.09.2025 (00:32:05)

   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.

6. Owning Nothing, Controlling Everything: How To Win Big In The Short-Term Rental Economy25.08.2025 (00:29:35)

   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.

7. Funnels 101: Funnels Made Simple with Kerry Moorse18.08.2025 (00:45:52)

   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.

8. Why 2025 & 2026 Is The Time Of The Connector, NOT The Host11.08.2025 (00:20:53)

   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.

9. The 10 Steps to Making More Money with Less Work: The Power of Selling Leads04.08.2025 (00:26:46)

   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.

10. From Hustle To Leverage: Building A Scalable Booking Funnel28.07.2025 (00:16:50)

    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.

11. The Real Cost of Managing Properties for 15% Commission14.07.2025 (00:18:56)

    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/

12. How To Maintain & Nurture Long-Term Repeat Clients06.07.2025 (00:22:33)

    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/

13. Don’t Chew Through Your Life Savings Because of the Shiny Penny Syndrome29.06.2025 (00:24:50)

    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/

14. Scaling Lead Generation From Small Deals to 40-Property Opportunities23.06.2025 (00:28:44)

    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/

15. Are You After Bricks & Mortars OR The Benefits That Comes With It?15.06.2025 (00:24:11)

    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/

16. When To Say NO To Selling Airbnb Deals!08.06.2025 (00:25:59)

    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/

17. Why Your Mental Health Matters!01.06.2025 (00:22:23)

    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/

18. How To Make Money Without Owning Or Renting Any Properties!25.05.2025 (00:25:50)

    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/

19. Insolvency, Liability & VAT Chaos: How to Mitigating the Legal & Financial Risks19.05.2025 (00:48:15)

    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/

20. How To Make Semi-Passive Recurring Revenue Ethically11.05.2025 (00:18:13)

    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.

21. Real Life Case Study Why Our Mentees Are Forgetting Rent 2 Rent ££04.05.2025 (00:13:12)

    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.

22. Why Money Mindset Matters27.04.2025 (00:20:35)

    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.

23. What is a Recurring Revenue in Airbnbs?20.04.2025 (00:22:53)

    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.

24. How To Generate Multiple Revenue Streams From Your Airbnb Business13.04.2025 (00:23:59)

    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.

25. Will You Have Regrets At The End Of It all?06.04.2025 (00:20:30)

    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.