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Grow STR Podcast

Grow STR Podcast
Short-Term Rental
Go STR Marketing
Short-Term Rental Industry
Sales
Home Tours Pro
Co-Hosting
Kyle Myers
Baton Rouge
Virtual Assistant
Craftedstays
Real Estate
Realtors
Vision
Roadrunner Property Management
Sales Process
Gainesville, United States
Vision Board
Storytelling
Mergers and Acquisitions
Leadership / Mindset

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 repea... more

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Latest Episodes

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 path from banking and real estat... more

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 IT into short-term rentals, m... more

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 the Grow STR Podcast, Kelsey s... more

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, co-host, and property manage... more

"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 down with Colleen Cole, co-f... more

"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 Podcast, Sam Mistretta sits down wi... more

"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 Mistretta sits down with Glenn Russo... more

"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 Podcast, Sam Mistretta is joined ... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Smith
Founder of Home Tours Pro
Home Tours Pro
Episode: From Failed Pitch to Startup Winner: Jeff Smith on Scaling, Networking, and Building Home Tours Pro
Bernie Cesario
Airbnb super host and VRBO Premier host; manages diverse portfolio and direct booking platform stays.com
Eagle Stays
Episode: From 40 Rentals to 20: Bernie Cesario on STR Profit, Midterm Rentals, and Investor Partnerships
Kelsey Johnson
Gettysburg, PA based STR co-host and property manager
Embark Property Management LLC
Episode: From Healthcare to STR Co-Host: Kelsey Johnson on Networking, Design, and Growing a Rental Management Business
Kyle Myers
Founder of Roadrunner Property Management
Roadrunner Property Management
Episode: From Firefighter to 30 Rentals: Kyle Myers on Scaling Roadrunner Property Management
Colleen Cole
Co-owns Hereford Place Hospitality, vacation rental manager
Hereford Place Hospitality
Episode: From 1st Grade Teacher to 19 Airbnb Listings: Colleen Cole’s STR Journey
Ben Coons
Founder of Keystone Bookkeepers
Keystone Bookkeepers
Episode: How to Scale from 17 to 200+ Clients: The Power of a Niche with Ben Coons
Glenn Russo
Owner, Russo Property Group
Russo Property Group
Episode: From 20 Years in IT to 33 Units: The Glenn Russo W2 Exit Story
Matthew Pearce
Entrepreneur, real estate professional and investor
Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Episode: Why I Smiled During a Mass Layoff: The Ironman Mindset with Matthew Pearce
Gil Chan
CraftedStays CEO and founder; former tech executive and serial startup operator
CraftedStays
Episode: Quitting My 6-Figure Career with Only 20% Income Replaced: Gil Chan’s Story

Hosts

Sam Mistretta
Host of Grow STR Podcast
Donnie Tuttle
Co-host on Grow STR Podcast

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#33
Brazil/Business/Entrepreneurship
Apple Podcasts
#194
Brazil/Business

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From 1st Grade Teacher to 19 Airbnb Listings: Colleen Cole’s STR Journey
Q: What was the biggest growth move for you?
Building a strong support system and investing in mindset and mentorship helped them push through tough days and stay committed to growth.
Why I "Retired" from My 6-Figure Career at 39: Sam Mistretta’s STR Journey
Q: Give us the growth trajectory, Sam, once you started doing these things.
Sam describes rapidly expanding his STR portfolio after starting to share his approach publicly, leveraging education, networking, and a focus on systems and technology to scale from one door to a broader operation, and ultimately creating GoSTR Marketing to help others.
From Failed Pitch to Startup Winner: Jeff Smith on Scaling, Networking, and Building Home Tours Pro
Q: How can listeners connect with you and learn more about your work?
Jeff explains they can reach him best via LinkedIn and that their website hometourspro.io covers the tech side, with expansion plans and ongoing announcements.
Why I Quit Expedia to Manage 25 Units: Michael Dinwiddie’s STR Journey
Q: What was the moment that shifted you from slow planning to taking action?
The decisive shift was joining STR Secrets mastermind and committing to get the first client, which dramatically changed his approach and boosted confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grow STR Podcast

What is Grow STR Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show targets short-term rental operators who want practical, revenue-driven growth. Episodes emphasize owner acquisition, operations, scalable systems, and sales processes, with a strong focus on turning STR portfolios into repeatable, high-margin assets rather than chasing quick wins. Conversations often center on building partnerships (co-hosts, investors, and operators), designing guest-centric properties, and implementing repeatable processes (SOPs, dashboards, and hiring/liring strategies) to free owners from day-to-day grind. A few standout themes include leveraging midterm leases, direct bookings to reduce OTA dependence, and using mindset and discipline to scale responsibly. The format tends toward actionable case studies, step... more

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Recent guests on Grow STR Podcast include:

1. Jeff Smith
2. Bernie Cesario
3. Kelsey Johnson
4. Kyle Myers
5. Colleen Cole
6. Ben Coons
7. Glenn Russo
8. Matthew Pearce

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