Ep 257 - Why Getting Sick Taught Steve Resnick the Real Goal of STR

After getting sick, Steve Resnick had a wake-up call: you can’t work forever. This episode dives into how that moment reshaped his approach to business—and why building systems that outlast you is the true measure of success. • The turning point when Steve realized he couldn’t keep grinding • Why time freedom matters more than unit count • How to design an STR business that runs without you • Systems vs. hustle: the real key to longevity • Lessons every host should apply before burnout hits 00:06:06 – Why Time Freedom Beats Unit Count 00:08:03 – The Health Crisis That Sparked Change 00:11:22 – Reframing Success Around Freedom 00:14:48 – Designing a Business That Runs Without You 00:16:52 – Shifting From Hustle to Sustainability 00:20:08 – Systems That Keep Growing Without You 00:26:32 – Avoiding the Burnout Trap 00:29:10 – Lessons From Scaling the Wrong Way 00:33:49 – Time Freedom as the Real Metric 00:34:20 – Building an STR Business That Lasts Guest Bio: Steve Resnick left the corporate world to pursue a career in co-hosting. He scaled from 12 to 99 properties in less than 2 years. Guest Link: https://linktr.ee/heavenlyrez Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings: http://group.strsecrets.com/