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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
  • How Do You Build a Better B&B Morning Routine?-083
    Jul 24 2025

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

    Your B&B Morning Routine—How to Start Smoothly Every Day
    Struggling to find your rhythm as a B&B host? In this episode, we share a real-life, step-by-step guide to mastering your morning routine—so your day flows and your guests leave smiling. Learn how to prep smarter, host better, and start every day with calm confidence.

    ⏱️ Timeline:
    0:00 – Why your morning sets the tone
    1:15 – What time B&B owners wake up
    3:00 – Kitchen tips and breakfast hacks
    6:20 – Handling guest chats over coffee
    8:45 – Clean-up systems that save your sanity
    10:00 – Final tips from the Mastering B&B Management Course


    📘 Ready to set smarter boundaries and still impress guests?

    🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform to hear weekly advice from behind the B&B scenes.

    #B&BMorningRoutine #bnbownerlife #hospitalitytips #bnbmorningroutine #guestexperience #bnbmanagement #bnbbreakfast #hostingtips #bbhosts #morningprep #bnbsuccess

    TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2025/07/how-do-you-build-a-better-bb-morning-routine-083

    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 Hospitality Property School PODCAST here
    https://keystonehpd.com/bedbreakfastbusinesspodcast

    YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/@BedBreakfastBusiness


    A Division of Keystone Hospitality Property Development

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    9 mins
  • How Do I Write A B&B Vision Statement That Matters?-082
    Jul 17 2025

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

    Crafting Your B&B’s Vision Statement – The What, Why and How

    Is your B&B's vision a little…vague? Or missing altogether? In this episode, we make sense of why a vision statement isn’t just for big businesses—and how to write one that actually means something. Learn the power of clarity, how to keep your voice authentic, and why the best vision fits on a tea towel.

    ⏱ Timeline:
    00:00 – Welcome & What to Expect
    02:00 – Why B&B owners skip vision statements
    05:00 – Vision as a filter for decisions
    07:30 – How to write yours today
    13:00 – Wrapping up with reader examples
    Listen while you fold laundry or walk the dog—this one’s packed with value (and a little humour).


    📘 Ready to set smarter boundaries and still impress guests?

    🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform to hear weekly advice from behind the B&B scenes.

    #B&BZoning #ZoningForBBs #BBStartupTips #BedAndBreakfastLife #LegalTipsForBB #BBPlanning #TourismBusiness #BBPermitHelp #BBZoning #HospitalityStartup #BBPropertyBuying

    TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2025/07/how-do-i-write-a-bb-vision-statement-that-matters-082

    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 Hospitality Property School PODCAST here
    https://keystonehpd.com/bedbreakfastbusinesspodcast

    YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/@BedBreakfastBusiness


    A Division of Keystone Hospitality Property Development

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    9 mins
  • How to Avoid Common B&B Mistakes as a New Owner-081
    Jul 10 2025

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

    Lessons from New B&B Owners – The Good, the Bad, and the "Oh No"

    Thinking of opening a B&B? Don’t move in the guests just yet. In this episode, we unpack lessons straight from new bed and breakfast owners—including awkward moments, business blunders, and tips you can use before you hand over the keys.

    01:12 – Why it’s not just about tea and toast
    03:40 – “You can’t please everyone” and other hard truths
    06:55 – What happens when guests cross personal boundaries
    09:30 – Marketing missteps (and how to avoid them)
    12:10 – The power of small touches
    14:45 – Budget surprises and off-season woes
    18:00 – Practical tips to start smarter


    📘 Ready to set smarter boundaries and still impress guests?

    🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite platform to hear weekly advice from behind the B&B scenes.

    #B&BMistakes #BedAndBreakfastTips #NewBBOwner #BNBLife #BBManagement #StartYourBNB #HospitalityHelp #BNBMarketing #BBSuccess #GuestExperience #MasterYourBNB

    TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
    https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2025/07/how-to-avoid-common-bb-mistakes-as-a-new-owner-081

    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 Hospitality Property School PODCAST here
    https://keystonehpd.com/bedbreakfastbusinesspodcast

    YouTube
    https://www.youtube.com/@BedBreakfastBusiness


    A Division of Keystone Hospitality Property Development

    Show more Show less
    9 mins
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