17 Benefits of Owning a Bed and Breakfast | Eps. #299

I’m often asked, “What are the benefits of owning a bed and breakfast?”. Stay with me and I’ll share 17 benefits you need to know. Welcome to another edition of Hospitality Property School. I am your instructor, Gerry MacPherson. . . A bed and breakfast is a short-term lodging that offers guests the opportunity to enjoy a home-like setting with a morning breakfast included. . This type of business is normally private family homes, most of which also have [...]

17 Benefits of Owning a Bed and Breakfast | Eps. #2992022-06-29T12:35:54+02:00

Why Operation Manuals Need Checklists | INNsider Tips-011

Welcome to the INNsider Tips. In the last episode of INNsider Tips, I started looking at operations manuals. For the next few tips, I am going to dive further into what you should consider for your operations manual and Why Operation Manuals Need Checklists. . . Why do you need an operations manual full of checklists– consistency! . With this step-by-step system in place, you will be ensured your employees will retain consistency and the chance to show real pride [...]

Why Operation Manuals Need Checklists | INNsider Tips-0112022-07-01T16:24:26+02:00

Starting a Bed and Breakfast 2022 | Ep. #298

What do you have to do when starting a bed and breakfast and do you have the necessary traits to be successful? In this episode, I’ll look at what you need to succeed. Welcome to another edition of Hospitality Property School. I am your instructor, Gerry MacPherson. . . Today's episode is going to be the first in a series over the next few weeks about starting a bed and breakfast. . Most people associate a bed and breakfast [...]

Starting a Bed and Breakfast 2022 | Ep. #2982022-06-22T10:51:59+02:00

How To Design An Operations Manual | INNsider Tips-010

Welcome to the INNsider Tips. In today’s tip, I am going to be taking a closer look at how to design an operations manual. . . If you missed any of the past five tips about setting up your organizational strategy, it will be worth your while to go back and check them out before moving on. . If you’re up to speed you have assigned the right people for each job necessary to operate your property, determine the specific [...]

How To Design An Operations Manual | INNsider Tips-0102022-06-16T10:43:50+02:00

Travis Talbot: Food & Beverage Specialist Interview | Ep. #297

Today we have a special treat for you, a great interview with Travis Talbot, a food & beverage specialist, and his right hand Jess Frate. You don’t want to miss this! Welcome to another edition of Hospitality Property School. I am your instructor, Gerry MacPherson. . Travis has been on the hospitality industry front lines for decades and crafted a lifestyle allowing him to be the boots on the ground. He observes things others don’t see, connects concepts people don’t [...]

Travis Talbot: Food & Beverage Specialist Interview | Ep. #2972022-06-20T12:21:44+02:00

How to Create An Operations Manual | INNsider Tips-009

Welcome to the INNsider Tips. Today, I will continue talking about setting up your organizational strategy. You are going to need to create an operations manual. . . How to Create An Operations Manual Now, I understand every hospitality property, independent hotel, resort, inn or bed and breakfast could be a little different but I am going to share an operations manual model that works. . Don't plan on racing through this exercise, it's going to take time. . I [...]

How to Create An Operations Manual | INNsider Tips-0092022-05-25T15:04:13+02:00

Starting a Vacation Rental Business: Your 101 Guide | Ep. #296

It is always exciting to start new things that provide income and you can enjoy doing. If you are ready to meet new people and learn new things starting a vacation rental business can be a way to go and this episode will show you how. Welcome to another edition of Hospitality Property School. I am your instructor, Gerry MacPherson. . . Today’s episode, Starting a Vacation Rental Business: Your 101 Guide, is going to be a little different. It is [...]

Starting a Vacation Rental Business: Your 101 Guide | Ep. #2962022-06-17T12:00:56+02:00

Organizational Strategy Structure and Process | INNsider Tips-008

Welcome to the INNsider Tips. Today, I will continue talking about being self-aware and setting up your organizational strategy structure. . . A central belief of most personal development philosophies is that to have a wonderful life one must take complete responsibility for it and everything that happens in it. . As the owner of an independent hotel, resort, inn or bed & breakfasts, you and you alone have manifested any problems or uncomfortable situations that have occurred. . Passing [...]

Organizational Strategy Structure and Process | INNsider Tips-0082022-06-06T11:54:16+02:00

Is It Better to Buy An Existing Bed & Breakfast or Start It New? | Ep. #295

Some people preferred to buy an existing bed & breakfast so they could open immediately, others wanted to design their own from scratch. What’s the best way to go? I’ll discuss the pros & cons. Welcome to another edition of Hospitality Property School. I am your instructor, Gerry MacPherson. . . Whether it is better to buy an existing bed & breakfast or start new is a question I’m often asked. “What are the pros and cons of buying an [...]

Is It Better to Buy An Existing Bed & Breakfast or Start It New? | Ep. #2952022-06-15T15:47:17+02:00

How To Be More Self-Aware | INNsider Tips-007

Welcome to the INNsider Tips. Successful hospitality property owners and managers tend to be self-aware. Are you self-aware? How to be more self-aware. . . To determine this, you have to know your main goals. To find these out, you need to answer these questions: What do you personally value most in life? . What kind of life do you want to lead? . What do you want your life to look like when completed? . Who do you wish [...]

How To Be More Self-Aware | INNsider Tips-0072022-05-25T17:21:13+02:00