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Bed, Breakfast & Business

Bed, Breakfast & Business

By: Gerry MacPherson
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Welcome to the 'Beds, Breakfasts, & Business' Podcast! - the delightful corner where bed and breakfast enthusiasts rendezvous for tips, tales, and tete-a-tetes! Each week, we fluff up the pillows, brew a fresh pot of tea, and delve into the enchanting world of B&Bs. Oh, the joys of homemade scones, personalized decor, and those oh-so-unique guest requests! But let's face it - it's not always sunny-side up in our B&B journey. From managing the breakfast rush, to handling that charming but oh-so-noisy antique plumbing, or striving for that sparkling online review – we've been there, and we FEEL you! Navigate the beautiful, bustling, bed-making world of B&Bs with us. As we sift through questions, and sprinkle in some laugh-out-loud moments from every corner of this special universe. Trust us, you're in for some comforting company and surprising solutions. We also value your time, so each episode will be concise, straight to the answers without all the fluff. So, whether you're listening while flipping pancakes, or taking a well-deserved break on that oh-so-comfy porch swing, the ‘Beds, Breakfasts, & Business' Podcast! promises a weekly dose of fun, wisdom, and a whole lot of heart. Welcome aboard our global B&B journey! Brew, listen, and be bedazzled. This is the 'Beds, Breakfasts, & Business' Podcast!. And now, let's turn the page to our next chapter of delightful discoveries!Copyright@Keystone Hospitality Property Development | All Rights Reserved Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Why Don’t Guests Return? And What Actually Builds B&B Guest Loyalty-115
    Mar 24 2026

    📘 Grab your copy of the “Your B&B Starter Blueprint”!
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/your-bb-starter-blueprint-pdf-download

    Guest Loyalty Isn’t What You Think It Is


    Many B&B owners deliver wonderful stays — yet guests don’t return. This episode reframes guest loyalty through clarity, memory, and simple experience frameworks. Learn why guests decide to come back weeks after checkout and how to build repeat bookings without adding more to your plate.

    Timestamped Outline

    00:00 Recognition moment
    04:30 The real loyalty problem
    09:20 Reframing guest memory
    16:00 Arrival, breakfast, departure
    22:50 One simple loyalty system

    #B&BGuestLoyalty #BedAndBreakfast #GuestLoyalty #RepeatBookings #IndependentBAndB #InnkeepingLife #HospitalityBusiness #GuestExperience #SmallHospitality #BAndBOwners #BedsBreakfastsBusiness

    TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON BEDS, BREAKFAST & BUSINESS (RELEASED ON MARCH 26TH, 2026)
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2026/03/why-dont-guests-return-and-what-actually-builds-bb-guest-loyalty-115

    📘 Grab your copy of the “Your B&B Starter Blueprint”!
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/your-bb-starter-blueprint-pdf-download


    You’ll find more tools, templates, and scripts in the full course:
    👉 Mastering B&B Management: Comprehensive Guide to Starting, Running, & Growing Your Bed & Breakfast
    https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-bb-management-comprehensive-guide-to-starting-running-and-growing-your-bed-breakfast

    Join one of our groups
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8892038/
    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/groups/bedbreakfastbusinesshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bedbreakfastbusiness

    Say hi on social
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bedsbreakfastbusiness/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beds-breakfasts-business

    Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/bedsbreakfastsandbusiness

    BlueSky — @bnbprotips.bsky.social‬‬‬

    Listen to the Beds, Breakfast & Business PODCAST here
    https://keystonehpd.com/bedbreakfastbusinesspodcast

    YouTube (RELEASED ON MARCH 26TH, 2026)
    https://www.youtube.com/@BedBreakfastBusiness


    A Division of Keystone Hospitality Property Development

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    9 mins
  • Your First B&B Profits: What to Reinvest and Why-114
    Mar 17 2026

    📘 Grab your copy of the “Your B&B Starter Blueprint”!
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/your-bb-starter-blueprint-pdf-download

    What to Reinvest from Your First B&B Profit (And Why It Matters)

    You made your first B&B profit—congrats! Now what? In this episode of Bed, Breakfast & Business, we walk through smart ways to reinvest that profit back into your property, process, and peace of mind. Don’t miss our practical suggestions, cheeky stories, and one tip that’ll have you getting 2x the reviews next season.

    Timeline:

    • 00:00 – Intro & importance of first profit
    • 00:35 – Functional upgrades over flair
    • 01:20 – Comfort-focused improvements
    • 02:30 – Reinvesting in YOU
    • 04:00 – Planning for the slow season
    • 05:15 – Boosting your marketing visibility
    • 06:00 – Quick win tip

    #B&BProfits #BedAndBreakfastTips #BnBOwnerLife #HospitalityBusiness #BnbProfitPlan #BnbStartupAdvice #InnkeeperWisdom #GuestExperienceMatters #BnbMarketing #ReinvestSmart #BnBMastery

    TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON BEDS, BREAKFAST & BUSINESS (RELEASED ON MARCH 19TH, 2026)
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2026/03/your-first-bb-profits-what-to-reinvest-and-why-114

    📘 Grab your copy of the “Your B&B Starter Blueprint”!
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/your-bb-starter-blueprint-pdf-download


    You’ll find more tools, templates, and scripts in the full course:
    👉 Mastering B&B Management: Comprehensive Guide to Starting, Running, & Growing Your Bed & Breakfast
    https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-bb-management-comprehensive-guide-to-starting-running-and-growing-your-bed-breakfast

    Join one of our groups
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8892038/
    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/groups/bedbreakfastbusinesshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bedbreakfastbusiness

    Say hi on social
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bedsbreakfastbusiness/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beds-breakfasts-business

    Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/bedsbreakfastsandbusiness

    BlueSky — @bnbprotips.bsky.social‬‬‬

    Listen to the Beds, Breakfast & Business PODCAST here
    https://keystonehpd.com/bedbreakfastbusinesspodcast

    YouTube (RELEASED ON MARCH 19TH, 2026)
    https://www.youtube.com/@BedBreakfastBusiness


    A Division of Keystone Hospitality Property Development

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    7 mins
  • What Are the Most Cost-Effective Marketing Strategies for a Small B&B in 2026?-113
    Mar 10 2026

    📘 Grab your copy of the “Your B&B Starter Blueprint”!
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/your-bb-starter-blueprint-pdf-download

    Calm Marketing: How B&Bs Get Seen Without Overspending


    Marketing your B&B shouldn’t feel like another full-time job. This episode offers clarity-first marketing strategies for independent bed and breakfast owners who want more visibility without more stress. Learn how guests find you, what builds trust fast, and how to stay visible using simple, cost-effective systems you can actually maintain.

    ⏱ Timestamped Outline

    00:00 Opening recognition
    05:00 Visibility myths
    12:00 Trust-first marketing
    20:00 Practical clarity shift
    28:00 What to focus on next


    #CostEffectiveMarketingStrategiesforaSmallB&B #BedAndBreakfastBusiness #BAndBMarketing #IndependentHospitality #GuesthouseMarketing #SmallHospitalityBusiness #BAndBOwners #HospitalityMarketing #IncreaseDirectBookings #BAndBLife #BedsBreakfastsBusiness

    TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON BEDS, BREAKFAST & BUSINESS (RELEASED ON MARCH 12TH, 2026)
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2026/03/what-are-the-most-cost-effective-marketing-strategies-for-a-small-bb-in-2026-113

    📘 Grab your copy of the “Your B&B Starter Blueprint”!
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/your-bb-starter-blueprint-pdf-download


    You’ll find more tools, templates, and scripts in the full course:
    👉 Mastering B&B Management: Comprehensive Guide to Starting, Running, & Growing Your Bed & Breakfast
    https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-bb-management-comprehensive-guide-to-starting-running-and-growing-your-bed-breakfast

    Join one of our groups
    LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8892038/
    Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/groups/bedbreakfastbusinesshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/bedbreakfastbusiness

    Say hi on social
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bedsbreakfastbusiness/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beds-breakfasts-business

    Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/bedsbreakfastsandbusiness

    BlueSky — @bnbprotips.bsky.social‬‬‬

    Listen to the Beds, Breakfast & Business PODCAST here
    https://keystonehpd.com/bedbreakfastbusinesspodcast

    YouTube (RELEASED ON MARCH 12TH, 2026)
    https://www.youtube.com/@BedBreakfastBusiness


    A Division of Keystone Hospitality Property Development

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    8 mins
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