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/
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