
Are you ready to stand out in the crowded world of short-term rentals and boutique hotels? Branded & Booked is the podcast for ambitious hosts and property owners who want to create rave-worthy brands and stay consistently booked. Hosted by Steph Weber, an expert in branding and marketing for STRs, this podcast is packed with actionable advice, inspiring stories, and behind-the-scenes insights to ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 200 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MarketingBusiness | |||

Everyone wants more direct bookings.
But what if the question isn't "How do I get more direct bookings?" What if the real question is, "How do I build a business that guests want to book from directly?"
In this episode of Branded & Booked, I sit ... more
In this episode of Branded & Booked, I'm pulling back the curtain on the real booking and revenue numbers from May at Cabins on the Cumberland. If you've ever wondered whether investing in direct bookings is actually worth it, this episode provides t... more
I genuinely think the hospitality industry is entering one of the biggest shifts we've seen in years — and the hosts who survive over the next 3–5 years are going to think very differently than the ones who thrived during the Airbnb gold rush.
In t... more
We're about 30 days away from leaving for a year-long camper trip with our boys… and honestly? Life feels a little chaotic right now.
In this episode of Branded & Booked, I'm sharing a very real behind-the-scenes update on what's been happening as ... more
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Steph’s podcast, and content in general is great. The transparency is refreshing, the relevance is great, and it’s just an easy listen to learn. Highly recommend!
I’m so glad I found this podcast! Steph is extremely knowledgeable. Her podcast is jam packed with value. So worth the listen.
I’ve listed to a ton of Steph’s episodes, and I ALWAYS learn something. And I have a digital marketing background already! Just wanted highlight one episode: if you haven’t bought your property yet, online to ep. 205. As someone who is in the very early exploration stages, this episode was FULL of helpful ideas to work from as I progress!
Wow! Steph is the best and delivers real actionable steps and ideas for branding, cohosting and all things short term rental related. 10/10 recommendations A+++++++
It’s so refreshing to hear a couple in the industry keeping it real & inspiring others - no inflated guru vibes here!!! 🥰 Tons of great tips & ideas!
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This show analyzes how short-term rentals and boutique hotels can build standout brands to stay consistently booked. Across episodes, topics like direct bookings, branding strategy, guest experience, and the intersection of technology (AI, search, data) with hospitality tend to recur. The conversations often blend practical, implementable tactics with real-world case studies—showcasing property branding, marketing funnels, and ownership of guest journeys—making it useful for operators aiming to elevate a property and reduce reliance on intermediaries. A notable strength is the blend of tactical guidance with courageous, experience-driven storytelling from hospitality and real estate entrepreneurs, lawyers, and branding experts, plus a stron... more
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