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Today we’re pulling up a chair for Giovanna Richard ; Charleston realtor, Airbnb superhost, world traveler, and one of our founding Power Haus Women market partners.
From her early days interning in real estate while still in college to now running a successful business (and an adorable Airbnb) in one of the most competitive markets in the South, Gio has done it all, with charm, strategy, and a whole lot of heart. But don’t let the sunshine fool you, she’s also fiercely direct, fights for her people, and knows exactly how to set boundaries when it matters most.
We get into travel stories, Charleston gems, hosting tips, and how Power Haus Women came full circle for her, plus some hot takes that had us cackling.
✨ What we get into:
- Charleston real estate, then vs. now
- The charm/serious duality and why it’s her secret weapon
- Building a business alongside a brick-and-mortar store
- How she joined Power Haus Women through a DM (and why she calls Telegram her girly ChatGPT)
- Managing her Airbnb, The Oyster House, and setting boundaries with guests
- Hosting tips for anyone starting in short-term rentals
- Why football commentators might actually be the worst
🎧 Hit play and get ready to fall in love with Gio — if you haven’t already.
03:22 – The duality of charm and directness: Meet Mina
04:43 – Most overrated vs. favorite travel destinations
07:57 – Selling homes & handmade leather goods: the real overlap
12:38 – How a cold DM led her to Power Haus Women
28:04 – Why Charleston’s local collabs are elite
34:25 – Behind the scenes of managing her Airbnb
47:01 – Hot takes: football commentators, small talk, and weird coffee orders
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📍Book The Oyster House: Gio’s Charleston Airbnb
đź‘ś Shop handmade leather goods at Boysterous
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đź”— Connect with Power Haus Women:
Website: powerhauswomen.com
Instagram: @powerhauswomen
✨ Join the Movement:
Explore the Power Haus Society — our private community for women in business:
powerhauswomen.com/society
Follow along: @powerhaussociety
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