Ever dreamt of getting paid to stay in dreamy Airbnbs around the world?
Today we sit down with Emma—Airbnb content creator and social media manager—who went from free stays to fully booked and fully paid… all without a massive following or photography degree.
If you're ready to land paid stays, build your travel creator portfolio, and break into the UGC (user-generated content) world—this one’s PACKED with actionable tips.
In This Episode:
- Exactly how she landed her first free and then paid Airbnb stays
- Why professional photography isn't required to get started (but what helps!)
- What kind of content packages actually convert—and what she charges 💸
- How to stand out when pitching Airbnbs (spoiler: stop copying and pasting bad DMs 🙃)
- The difference between UGC for Airbnbs vs. hotels
- Why adding social media management can 2X your income as a creator
- What Emma would do step-by-step if she were starting over today
Emma and I break down the mindset + game plan to:
- Build your portfolio (even with no experience)
- Pitch with confidence and intention
- Move from free stays → paid packages
Connect with Emma:
- Website: elevatedescapesmgmt.com
- Instagram: @eiffelemma + @elevatedescapesmgmt
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Lifetime access, all the details + sign-up link are in the show notes!
Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach
3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator
Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass
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Book A Free Discovery Call: Chat with me 1:1 to see if the UGC Accelerator is the right fit for you. https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8
My UGC Portfolio: https://maddyoutdoors.com/
For Brands | Hire Me for UGC: Book a 15-min intro call with me so we can discuss your content needs. https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05
50+ UGC Example Videos: ...
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