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Grow STR is the podcast for short-term rental operators who want to escape the W-2 grind and build a real STR business, not another stressful job.Each week, we dig deep into what it actually takes to grow and scale: owner acquisition, operations, systems, sales, and the mindset to stop chasing shiny objects and start building freedom.Learn how to find and sign profitable STR clients, build repeatable sales systems, create SOPs so the business runs without you, and turn your STRs into a stable, scalable asset that can replace your W-2.No fluff, no get-rich-quick fantasy—just real talk for
Unknown Host hosts Grow STR Podcast, a business show with 21 episodes published.
Jeff Smith’s first startup pitch went so badly that the organizers asked him to stop talking. At his next competition, he finished on time—and won first place. In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Jeff shares his pat
Bernie Cesario built Eagle Stays by learning that more properties do not always mean a better business. In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Bernie shares how he transitioned from a W2 career in mortgage banking and
Kelsey Johnson traded her healthcare career for short-term rental co-hosting and property management, and built her business through referrals, networking, guest experience, and better owner support. In this episode of t
Kyle Myers left the fire service and built Roadrunner Property Management from the ground up. In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Kyle shares how he went from firefighter and paramedic to short-term rental operator,
"I didn't wave a magic wand. It took nine months after starting to get our first 'Yes.' Today, we are managing 8 properties with 11 more launching this season." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Sam Mistretta sits
"We packed our backpacks, got a one-way ticket to Cancun, and spent 16 months traveling. We made it all the way to Japan before I realized I was ready to build something of my own." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcas
"We were at a breaking point three years ago. We were either going to quit the business or sell our properties. Today, we manage 33 units and have a $10 million goal." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Sam Mistret
"I saw grown men and women crying in the corporate office. I looked at the manager and said, 'How do I keep my number and start selling for myself?' That was the day I chose freedom." In this episode of the Grow STR Podc
"I knew that if I didn't take this chance, I would be kicking myself for the rest of my life." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie Dimes and Sam Mistretta sit down with Gil Chan, the founder and CEO of Crafte
"I slid the paper across the table. One of them looked like she saw a ghost; the other looked like they saw somebody die. That was the day I chose freedom." In this special episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie Dimes f
"I was moonlighting at Expedia, plotting my escape. Two years later, I’m managing a boutique hotel and buying back my time." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie Dimes and Sam Mistretta are joined by Michael D
"We leave our W2 and say, 'I'm free!'—but because we don't learn how to be free, we bring the same corporate chains with us." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie Dimes and Sam Mistretta tackle the "Hustle Cul
"If you do this thing wrong, it can terminate your business. If you do it right, your business starts humming while you sleep." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie Dimes and Sam Mistretta tackle one of the mo
"They trade freedom for stability. If you just want a roof, a bed, and a meal, just go to jail. If you want a life, take the leap." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie Dimes and Sam Mistretta are joined by Da
"Simplicity is an avenue for action. Overcomplication is just adding more streets to the intersection." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie Dimes and Sam Maretta break down why so many entrepreneurs are "stuc
"People without a vision will perish." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie Dimes and Sam Mistretta dive into the single biggest reason entrepreneurs fail to hit their goals: A lack of clear vision. If you fin
"If you want to grow fast, you have to go to where the investors already are." In this episode of the Grow STR Podcast, Donnie and Sam break down the #1 growth strategy used by operators with 40+ properties: Realtor Rela
In this episode, we dive into the "burnout to breakthrough" journey of Michael Morrison. Michael spent 12 years as a high-level financial advisor, grinding through 80-hour work weeks. After a sudden corporate layoff left
GROW-STR Podcast Episode: How To Kill Distractions & Stay Consistent In Your STR Business Join Donnie and Sam as they talk about the #1 silent business killer in short-term rentals: bright shiny object syndrome. If you’v
GROW-STR Podcast Episode 2: Getting NEW Connections - The Fastest Path To Cash Join Donnie and Sam as they reveal the most powerful strategy for growing your short-term rental business: building genuine connections (not
Gil Chan
founder and CEO · craftedadstays.com
1 appearance on this show
Kyle Myers
Roadrunner Property Management
1 appearance on this show
Colleen Cole
Hereford Place Hospitality
1 appearance on this show
Ben Coons
Keystone Bookkeepers
1 appearance on this show
Glenn Russo
Russo Property Group
1 appearance on this show
Michael Dinwiddie
Together Vacation Rentals
1 appearance on this show
David Winterling
Wiki Life
1 appearance on this show
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