Your listing SUCKS!!
Summary
This video focuses on why some Airbnb listings underperform in bookings during summer 2022. Sean argues that many hosts are too reliant on past success and not adapting to the current market, suggesting the key issues are an uninspired design and pricing strategy that doesn't account for shorter booking windows and high occupancy. He emphasizes improving photos and strategically incorporating calls to action to counteract this.
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