Ep 260 - Marketing Frameworks Every STR Host Can Steal with Chris Crawford

Marketing isn’t just about ads—it’s about positioning, messaging, and action. In this episode, Chris shares practical frameworks and timeless principles that every business owner (and STR host) can use to stand out, attract clients, and scale smarter. • Why marketing and sales matter more than ever • The real difference between content and community • How to build a personal brand the right way • Authentic content vs. performative posting • Head vs. heart: the two frames of content • Why information ≠ transformation in business • How to message to your avatar’s pain + desire • Funnels, ads, and what they can’t replace • Systems for managing leads without overwhelm • Why investing in belief shifts your identity 00:01:27 – Why Listen to Chris (Marketing & Sales Depth) 00:03:07 – Community Leverage > Content Alone 00:11:38 – “Give Me a Framework” Moment 00:12:02 – Starting a Brand the Right Way 00:15:05 – Content Resistance, Authenticity, and Output 00:16:48 – Frames of Content: Head vs. Heart 00:21:26 – Information ≠ Transformation 00:26:33 – Avatar, Pain + Desire (Messaging 101) 00:28:15 – Ads, Funnels, and Social Avoidance 00:34:45 – Investing in Belief and Identity Shift Get FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings: http://group.strsecrets.com/