Podcast Episodes

VRS628 - Why Local Wins: The Five Pillars for Success You Must Follow - with Ashley Ching

Have you ever found yourself wondering why so many large-scale property management companies rise quickly… and then fall just as fast?

In this episode, I'm joined by Ashley Ching, Founder and CEO of …

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

VRS627 - Thriving in the Age of AI and Short-Term Rentals with Bart Sobies

In this episode, Heather Bayer welcomes back a long-time friend and industry innovator, Bart Sobies, founder of iBooked.Online and the creative mind behind the Strive to Thrive events in Australia an…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

VRS626 - Tech-Enabled Hospitality with Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide

What does it really mean to run a tech-enabled hospitality business - and how do we do it without losing the human touch?

In this episode, Heather sits down with Jessica Gillingham, founder of Abode …

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

VRS625 - Five Quick Wins to Start Using AI in Your STR Business Today

In this solo episode, Heather Bayer returns to the mic for an approachable explanation of the transformative power of AI in short-term rental operations. With over 600 episodes under her belt, Heathe…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

VRS624 - Trust, Tech & Storytelling: The Keys to a High-Converting STR Website

In this fun and super insightful episode, I'm joined once again by vacation rental marketing expert Jodi Bourne, and we're diving headfirst into something that's never been more important - your webs…

Published on 3 months ago

VRS623 - Safety Sells: Why STR Leaders Are Putting Protection First

In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down for a summer Sunday chat with Justin Ford from Breezeway, to discuss how prioritizing safety can transform your sh…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

VRS622 - Navigating Growth, Change, and True Hospitality with Jackie Norde from Casago

When change hits fast and hard, what keeps a company grounded? In this episode, Heather welcomes Jackie Norde, who shares her remarkable journey from vacation rental software onboarding to her curren…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

VRS621 – The Power of Storytelling: How Hospitality Brands Can Stand Out in a Sea of Sameness

In this inspiring episode, Heather Bayer sits down with storyteller and copywriter Neely Khan to explore how hospitality businesses can set themselves apart through powerful, purpose-driven storytell…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

VRS620 - Staying Human: The Power of Vulnerability in Vacation Rental Leadership

In this episode, Heather Bayer sits down with Heather Fillmore, co-founder of Utah-based StayLuxe Properties, for an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, growth, and leadership in the …

Published on 4 months ago

VRS619 - Making AI Work for You: Insights, Use Cases, and a New Industry Survey with Fred Bassili of Hostfully

In this episode of the Vacation Rental Success Podcast, host Heather Bayer sits down with Fred Bassili from Hostfully to discuss the evolving role of AI in vacation rental businesses and how short-te…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago