📘 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
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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

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📘 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

📘 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

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

Episode 080 – How Do Owners Create B&B Boundaries Without Being Rude?

🛏️ The Art of Setting Limits While Offering Warm Hospitality

You run a B&B from home. It’s your dream. But lately, it feels like your guests have more access than your own family. Sound familiar?

In this candid and practical episode of Mastering B&B Management, Gerry MacPherson shares how to maintain personal boundaries while running a successful bed and breakfast. From signage and layouts to scripting guest communication, you’ll learn exactly how to preserve your private space—without sounding cold or unwelcoming.

🎧 Whether you're just opening your doors or you’ve been hosting for years, these tips will help you stay sane, protect your home life, and still earn those glowing reviews.

📅 Timeline:

• [01:30] Defining physical boundaries guests naturally respect
• [03:45] Setting expectations clearly—before guests even arrive
• [06:15] How to carve out “you time” in a 247 business
• [08:00] Using smart design to separate spaces
• [10:25] Soundproofing and visual signals that protect your energy
• [12:00] Making boundaries feel like part of the charm
• [13:30] Five key takeaways + course insights

📘 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-owners-create-bb-boundaries-without-being-rude-080

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

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

Episode 078 – What Should Your B&B Look Like on Day One?

🎉 A Launch Day Checklist for Your Bed and Breakfast

So the tools are down, the pillows are fluffed, and the kettle’s warming up—but is your bed and breakfast actually guest-ready?

In this episode of Mastering B&B Management, Gerry MacPherson shares the ultimate B&B launch day checklist, packed with practical tips, overlooked details, and personal touches that make your grand opening shine. If you’ve ever asked “what should my B&B have before opening?”, this episode is for you.

🎧 We cover everything from curb appeal and guest room essentials to back-of-house systems and communication tips—so your first guests leave smiling and reviewing.

📅 Timeline:

• [01:15] Front-of-house: signage, gardens, and parking
• [03:00] Entryway setup: from scent to smiles
• [04:45] Guest rooms: what they notice (and what they really don’t)
• [07:05] The breakfast area: it makes or breaks the review
• [09:10] Back-of-house: your organisational nerve centre
• [10:55] Communication systems that build guest trust
• [12:30] Launch-eve walk-through and final calming rituals
• [14:10] Five key takeaways + bonus resources

🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite app and get weekly tips to help you grow your B&B with confidence.

#RunningAB&BFromHome #RunningAB&BFromYourHome #bnbfromhome #bedandbreakfastlife #bnbstartup #hostingtips #bnbrealitycheck #homehospitality #bnbfamilylife #bnbbusiness #bnbhacks #bnbownerlife

⇒ TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2025/06/how-to-know-if-running-a-bb-from-home-is-right-for-you-079

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

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

🏡 B&B Launch Day Checklist: What Your Bed and Breakfast Should Look Like on Day One | Ep. 078

Opening day is here—but is your B&B truly ready?

In this episode of Mastering B&B Management, we walk you through the ultimate bed and breakfast launch day checklist. From your garden path to your breakfast plates, we cover everything your guests will see, touch, and review. If you’ve ever searched “how to open a bed and breakfast” or “B&B setup checklist”, this is your launch day lifesaver.

🎯 Perfect for:

• First-time B&B owners
• Hosts preparing for launch
• Anyone wondering what should a B&B include to impress guests from the start?

🛎️ Timeline:
00:00 – Intro: The calm (and chaos) before the grand opening
01:15 – First impressions start at the front gate
03:00 – Entryway essentials for a warm welcome
04:45 – Guest room checklist: comfort + cleanliness
07:05 – Breakfast area setup: where your reputation is made
09:10 – Behind-the-scenes: back-of-house organisation
10:55 – Guest communication = five-star reviews
12:30 – Final walk-through: scent, signage, and serenity
14:10 – Key takeaways + course link

💬 What detail made your first B&B guests feel at home? Drop it in the comments!

👍 Like & Subscribe for more expert tips to run your B&B with charm and confidence.

#bed and breakfast checklist #bed and breakfast opening checklist #BBOpeningChecklist #GuestReady #FirstImpressionMatters #BBStartupTips #BBWelcomeExperience #BBGuestRoomSetup #HospitalityMatters #BBLaunchDay #BBSuccessTools #MasteringBBManagement

⇒ TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2025/06/what-should-your-bb-look-like-on-day-one-a-launch-bed-and-breakfast-checklist-078

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

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

Episode 077 – How to Budget for B&B Renovations Without Losing Your Mind

🔨 Because no one plans to overspend—until they do.

In this episode of Mastering B&B Management, Gerry MacPherson pulls back the curtain on the real cost of starting a bed and breakfast. If you think you’ve budgeted for everything, think again. From sneaky permit fees to the emotional toll of endless DIY jobs, this episode shows you how to plan for the hidden costs of opening a B&B—and how to stay sane in the process.

🎧 Whether you’re Googling “how much does it cost to start a B&B?” or knee-deep in renovation dust, this episode will help you budget like a pro, protect your energy, and build a B&B that doesn’t bleed you dry.

🗂️ Timeline:

• [01:25] Renovation cost traps: what most people forget
• [03:50] Ongoing licensing and inspection expenses
• [06:35] Consumables, toiletries & guest amenities
• [09:00] Booking software, website tools, and automation
• [11:05] Mental and physical energy—how to budget for you
• [13:20] Five budgeting takeaways you’ll thank yourself for
• [15:00] Want a budget calculator? Grab it inside the course

🎙️ Subscribe now on Apple, Spotify, or your favourite podcast app to get new insights every week.

#B&B Renovations #hiddenB&BCosts #bnbstartup #bedandbreakfastowner #bnbbudgettips #bnbrenovation #bnbstartupchecklist #hospitalitylife #bnbplanning #bnbsoftwaretools #bnbbusiness

⇒ TO READ OR LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE ON KEYSTONE HOSPITALITY PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT:
https://bedsbreakfastsbusiness.com/2025/06/how-to-budget-for-bb-renovations-without-losing-your-mind-077

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

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

How to Check Zoning Before Buying Your Bed and Breakfast

🚫 Don’t Let Zoning Laws Kill Your B&B Dream

You’ve found the perfect property, imagined the clotted cream breakfasts, and started pricing antique teapots. But here’s the kicker: can you even legally run a B&B there?

In this episode of Mastering B&B Management, Gerry MacPherson dives into the zoning regulations that can make or break your bed and breakfast startup. We’ll walk you through exactly what to ask who to talk to, and what steps to take to make sure your future business isn’t stopped before it starts.

🎧 Whether you’re Googling “how to start a B&B in the UK” or “B&B permits and zoning laws in Canada,” this is the episode for you.

🗂️ Episode Timeline:

• [01:20] What zoning means and why it matters
• [03:45] Key questions to ask zoning officers
• [07:10] How to navigate variances and special permits
• [09:20] A real-life cautionary tale (0.15 acres too small!)
• [11:05] Zoning is just the start—here come the fire codes
• [13:00] If you’ve already bought the property, here’s your rescue plan
• [15:10] Recap + your next steps

🎙️ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite app to never miss a tip that saves your business.

#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/2025/06/how-to-check-bb-zoning-before-buying-a-bb-076

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