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Matt Landau is a sage. A sage is a profoundly wise person. I enjoy speaking with Matt, and admire his relentless pursuit to infuse creativity into the anodyne -- especially in the workplace, especially for folks in a leadership role. ?? ?? Coming off Matt's inaugural and extraordinary Here Goes Nothin creative leadership retreat in Costa Rica, I decided my word and intention for 2025 is "connection." ?? ?? To put this intention into action, I've begun scheduling conversations with industry colleagues I admire to better understand why they're passionate about what they do. The conversations are intended to connect 1:1 -- but also an attempt to inspire introspection and creativity. We all have things inside of us worth unlocking; perhaps these conversations will benefit you, too. ?? Open conversations allow our minds to follow thoughts, learn from others' experiences, and understand their motivations. To that end, the video linked below is my mini-Here Goes Nothin. I'm calling the conversation series "Why We Do This" and I have no idea where it will go. But that's the point. ?? https://lnkd.in/gfEbejvA

In case you missed it: Big news out of South Lake Tahoe — Measure T has been struck down. ?? A California judge last week overturned the city’s ban on non-owner-occupied short-term rentals in residential zones, ruling it unconstitutional for favoring local residents over out-of-town owners. The city has 60 days to decide whether to appeal. Stay tuned: https://hubs.ly/Q03d7m6T0

?? One Week to Go! Don’t Miss This Free Webinar for Coachella Hosts! ???? Want to make this festival season your most successful yet? Join Vrbo, Rent Responsibly & Visit Greater Palm Springs for expert tips on how to make this a five-star experience for you and your guests: ? #STR industry #trends for more bookings ? Perfect #guest communication for quality stays & repeat bookings ? #GreaterPalmSprings local insights on how to stand out ?? March 26 | 12 PM PT ?? Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q03cKZLK0

State legislatures are back in session, and short-term rental bills continue to rise. Since 2021, filings have increased yearly, with 220 bills introduced as of March 10. ?? Here are some key ones to watch: https://hubs.ly/Q03c9JpP0

One of the biggest hurdles in STRs today isn’t just regulations or marketing—it’s trust. Guests book with hope, but too often, they check in to find that what they got isn’t quite what they expected. That needs to change. We’ve been asking operators across the country what they believe should be standard in STRs, including a deep research trip to Scottsdale this week. Here’s what we’ve been hearing from Jonathan Wicks, Brindy Bringhurst, John Hildebrand, Linda Curry, Wil Slickers, Ryan Rabideau, Mitch Angle, Nevada Posa, Alexa Nota, David Krauss, Garrett Lowen Dobbs. What do you think should be the norm in STRs??

?? 1 in 10 vacation rental CEOs and founders are women. Last year, we shared this stat, and it became one of our most-read stories of 2024. In honor of International Women’s Month, we’re sharing it again. When Margot Schmorak co-founded Hostfully, she made a point to document her journey—because there just weren’t enough stories about female CEOs in tech. How does the vacation rental industry stack up against Fortune 500 companies when it comes to women in leadership? Find out here: https://lnkd.in/gFKfWQr8 Cynthia H., Sue Jones, Vanessa de Souza Lage, Stacey St. John, Fran Maier, Dtravel, Sustonica, HR4VR, and BabyQuip.

Big conversations (and smiles) at the 2025 Poconos STR Conference today! David Krauss spoke on the revolution of STR education and community building—change is happening. ?? Jaime Kars of Revnest, Brooks Sparks at Turno, Brian Bossuyt at Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau, Ricky Cortez of Poconos Association of Vacation Rental Owners, and Michael Sjogren of STR Secrets.

Had a great time yesterday meeting up with STR friends old and new at a home state event in NC! Many thanks to NCVRMA for putting on a great summit ?? Alexa Nota at Rent Responsibly, Tom Powers at Guesty and POASC, Brittany Blackman at Discover Freedom, Justin Ford at Breezeway, Claiborne Yarbrough at Barefoot Technologies, Scott Leggat at Inhabit?, Mark Bastin at Yonder Luxury Vacation Rentals and NCSTRA, and Chip Craig at Greybeard Realty and NCSTRA.

As recent tragedies have shown, preparing for natural disasters and emergencies is more urgent than ever. Vacation rental operators must reassess risks, review insurance, and strengthen emergency plans. Preparedness isn’t just about protecting properties—it’s about keeping guests, employees, and communities safe. ?? Read Now: https://hubs.ly/Q039kNBd0

?? Calling all Arizona short-term rental supporters! Join AZRT and fellow STR stakeholders on March 6 at the Arizona State Capitol to advocate for fair and balanced short-term rental regulations. STRs play a vital role in Arizona’s economy, tourism, and housing market—let’s make sure policymakers hear our voices! ?? Arizona State Capitol | ?? March 6 | ? 11:30 AM AZ Time What to Expect: ? Connect with legislators, hosts, and industry leaders over lunch ? Hear from key speakers on the latest STR policy updates ? Participate in meaningful discussions at the Legislative Chambers Your presence matters. Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q038_zjg0