How We Are Adding $150k A Year in Revenue By Renovating Our Cabin Hotel (Ep520)
Summary
Jesper and Eric discuss renovations to their cabins in Strawberry Creek Village to increase revenue, with a goal of adding $150k annually by improving the design and branding to align with their Freewyld vision. They consider market research, potential ROI, and the benefits of enhancing existing properties versus acquiring new ones, while warning against unnecessary expenses and the importance of aligning with a specific brand image.
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