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Jen Ford’s Journey to Creating Work-Life Balance through Meaningful Career Choices

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - February 07, 2024 11:16 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this episode of "Alex & Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex & Annie  welcome back and dive deep into the extraordinary journey of Jen Ford, a trailblazer in the vacation rental industry. Join us as we uncover the highs, lows, and unexpected turns that shaped her remarkable ...

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How To Be A GREAT Client For Your Marketing Agency

Heads In Beds Show - February 07, 2024 11:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul break down something very different: how to be a good client! Being a good client means that we can find win-win situations.  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing 🔗 Connect Wit...

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1st of the Month Bonus Episode: Alex’s Next Big Leap, featuring David Meltzer LIVE from Blue Wire Studio

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - February 01, 2024 12:46 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this engaging bonus episode of "Alex & Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex and Annie take you on a journey through their eventful month of January. From industry conferences to unexpected encounters, they share insights, challenges, and exciting plans for Aha Moments, the p...

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Executive Spotlight: MMGY Global CEO Katie Briscoe Shares Insights from her Inaugural Year at the Helm

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - January 31, 2024 11:35 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this insightful episode of "Alex and Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," we had the pleasure of sitting down with Katie Briscoe, the CEO of MMGY Global. Katie, a seasoned destination marketing expert with a wealth of experience, takes us on a journey through her remarkable career, pro...

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The Reasons To LOVE Email Marketing To Get More Direct Bookings!

Heads In Beds Show - January 31, 2024 11:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul break down their most 'underserved' topic on the podcast: email marketing! They share their favorite reasons why email can be a huge benefit to your overall direct booking approach.  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conrad's...

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Google Is Leaning Into Vacation Rentals Even MORE With Structured Data?!

Heads In Beds Show - January 24, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into how to build an annual marketing plan including a scorecard, budgets by month, media breakdown and setup a plan to make sure guest and homeowner marketing stays on track. Part II of II!  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Con...

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Building a Legacy of Hospitality: The Story of Mountain Laurel Chalets with CEO, Tom Goodwin

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - January 24, 2024 10:55 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this captivating episode of “Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we sit down with Tom Goodwin, a seasoned professional in the vacation rental industry, to explore his remarkable journey and the transformative power of community and branding in business. Tom's Journey: Discov...

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The Advanced Elements You Need To Get More Bookings On Your Vacation Rental Website (Website & Conversions) Part II

Heads In Beds Show - January 17, 2024 11:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into how to build an annual marketing plan including a scorecard, budgets by month, media breakdown and setup a plan to make sure guest and homeowner marketing stays on track. Part II of II!  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Con...

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LIVE from Panama City Beach: In The Trenches with Michael James as He Launches New Business

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - January 17, 2024 10:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Join Alex and Annie in this insightful episode of "Alex and Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," recorded live from Panama City Beach, as they welcome Michael, a seasoned vacation rental expert, to discuss his journey in the industry. From starting a business with a solid plan to exiting ...

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The Basics You Need To Get Bookings On Your Vacation Rental Website (Design & UX) Part I

Heads In Beds Show - January 10, 2024 16:07 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into how to build an annual marketing plan including a scorecard, budgets by month, media breakdown and setup a plan to make sure guest and homeowner marketing stays on track.  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conrad's ...

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Streamline Your Vacation Rental Turnover Process with Turno: An Interview with the Founder, Assaf Karmon

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - January 10, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Join Alex and Annie in this exciting episode of "Alex and Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," as they sit down with Assaf Karmon, the CEO and founder of Turno. Discover Assaf's journey from being an Airbnb host to creating a revolutionary platform that transforms the vacation rental turn...

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What You'll Need To Build An Annual Marketing Calendar

Heads In Beds Show - January 03, 2024 18:59 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into how to build an annual marketing plan including a scorecard, budgets by month, media breakdown and setup a plan to make sure guest and homeowner marketing stays on track.  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conrad's ...

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Spotlight on Exceptional Property Managers: LIVE with 30A Beach Girls

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - January 03, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In the latest episode of "Alex and Annie, the Real Women of Vacation Rentals," listeners were treated to an insightful conversation with the dynamic duo of 30A Beach Girls, Hollie and Lisa. Nestled in a stunning vacation home with the aroma of a chef's creation wafting through the air, the podca...

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1st of the Month Bonus Episode: Celebrating a Year of Growth and Looking Ahead to 2024

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - January 01, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this special first-of-the-month episode of 'Alex and Annie, the Real Women of Vacation Rentals,' hosts Alex and Annie take a nostalgic journey through 2023 and unveil exciting plans for the upcoming year. Book Announcement: Get ready for their upcoming book, "Connecting the Dots," where Alex...

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Navigating Mentorship and Industry Transitions in Vacation Rentals with Sarah Bradford

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - December 27, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this insightful episode, hosts Alex and Annie dive deep into the world of vacation rentals with a special guest, Sarah Bradford, co-host of Sarah and T Podcast, and former owner of two successful vacation rental companies in the picturesque landscapes of Colorado. Journey Through Experience:...

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Building Ad Targeting Audiences On Google, Facebook & Instagram That Deliver The Right Results

Heads In Beds Show - December 20, 2023 14:49 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into how to build the right audiences and target ads across Google Search, Facebook, Instagram and Google Display. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing 🔗 Connect With Buil...

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Holiday Bonus - Our Top Episode of 2023: How to Explain Changes in Revenue and Bookings to Your Homeowners

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - December 20, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Join us for an exclusive throwback to our most viewed episode of the year with Ben Coleman - Founder of Rev & Research, Vanessa Humes - Director of Sales & Marketing at InterCoastal Net Designs and Lance Stitcher - Broker/Owner at Seaside Vacations and Sales. In this episode, Alex & Annie are j...

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Sell or Be Sold: Rebl Rentals Former CEO Reflects on Selling the Business, with Leslie Sonnier

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - December 13, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this episode of Alex & Friends, Leslie Sonnier joins Alex for an in-person conversation set against the backdrop of Myrtle Beach. From a chance meeting three years ago in matching dresses at a conference, to reflecting on the emotional process of selling Rebl Rentals, a thriving vacation rent...

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Tools & Lead Magnets You Can Use To Drive More Homeowner Leads

Heads In Beds Show - December 07, 2023 03:38 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into different tools you can use to get more homeowner leads. Creating new marketing and ad creative is one of the key ways to make sure you're always getting more homeowner leads! Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conra...

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Get Out of Your Own Way and Step into Your Power, with Amber Hurdle, CEO of Employer Brand Central

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - December 06, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this empowering episode of "Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals", we're reunited with a dear friend and the  very first podcast guest, Amber Hurdle, the CEO and founder of Employer Brand Central. Together, the A.H. Trio dives deep into the transformative power of confidence and...

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1st of the Month Bonus Episode: Mark Simpson of Boostly Announces New Documentary

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - December 01, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this captivating episode of "Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," we are thrilled to have Mark Simpson, the visionary founder of Boostly. Boostly is a game-changer for vacation rental hosts and managers, providing a unique blend of tools, tactics, and a supportive community. ...

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A Guidebook Is MARKETING For Your Vacation Rentals: Here's Why

Heads In Beds Show - November 29, 2023 17:05 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into the guidebook: what purpose does it serve for your marketing? More than you might think...  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketing Touchstay Guidebooks 🔗 Connect With ...

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Bridging the Gap Between the STR World and Vacation Rentals with Stacey St. John

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - November 29, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
🎙️ Today we're in for a treat as we chat with the fantastic Stacey St. John, a powerhouse in short-term rentals and a great friend of Alex and Annie. From crunching real estate numbers to running a buzzing property management firm, Stacey's got stories that'll make you nod in agreement and maybe...

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Revving up for DARM with Rebecca Ballart & Ben Coleman

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - November 24, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this engaging episode of Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals we are joined once again  by Ben Coleman, the visionary founder of Rev and Research, alongside the Chief Operating Officer, Rebecca Ballart. Rev and Research revolutionizes the vacation rental industry with their 100...

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When You Should Build "Mini Sites" For Your Vacation Rental Business To Generate HUGE ROI

Heads In Beds Show - November 22, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into the when, how, what and why of "mini sites" and how they can an extremely high ROI channel for you to build for your vacation rental marketing and SEO approach.  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mast...

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Barry Diller at Expedia VERSUS Google: Vrbo Spends $300m On Google Ads Without ROI?

Heads In Beds Show - November 15, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul break down Barry (Expedia CEO) vs Google: The Vrbo Episode where Barry Diller of Expedia exposes the $300m in ad spend for Vrbo that did not appear to drive the same "profits" that Vrbo was used to in the past. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey ...

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Riding the Waves of Change with Valerie Gangas, CEO of Juniper Holiday & Home and Author of "In Deep Shift"

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - November 15, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this engaging episode of Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we sit down with Valerie Gangas, a powerhouse in Transformational Life Coaching, an accomplished Author, and the visionary CEO behind Juniper Holiday & Home. As Valerie shares her fascinating journey, we explore how ...

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How & Why To Build Guest & Owner Personas For Your Vacation Rental Marketing

Heads In Beds Show - November 08, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
In this episode Conrad and Paul dive into building a persona before diving into marketing. Why do personas matter? How does messaging/copy tie into your persona + a lot more. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Paul Manzey  Conrad O'Connell Conrad's Book: Mastering Vacation Rental Marketi...

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Keeping Wall Street Dollars on Main Street, with David Angotti

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - November 08, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
In this episode, Alex and Annie are joined by David Angotti, the Chief Evangelist at Guesty, an end-to-end property management software designed for short-term property managers who seek to save time, increase revenue, and grow their businesses. David's journey in the vacation rental industry be...

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The A-Ha Moment: 2 Year Flashback to Where it All Began

Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals - November 03, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
Welcome to a special flashback episode of Alex & Annie! Today marks the 2nd anniversary of the podcast, and we couldn't be more grateful for the road so far, and excited for what's to come! To celebrate, we decided to back the episode where it all started. Fun fact - the first time we tried to ...