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Busy, Tired, and Still Stuck? A Clarity Wake-Up for Hotel Owners

If you run an independent hotel and feel busy but not better, this episode is for you. We explore why hotel owners often confuse effort with progress — and how clarity changes that. This conversation isn’t about working harder or fixing everything. It’s about seeing your role clearly, understanding why hotels consume attention, and finding relief without pressure.

Timestamped Outline

• 00:00 Recognition: the “normal day” problem
• 03:00 Naming the real issue
• 08:00 Why hotels create confusion
• 14:00 Reframing owner work
• 22:00 A simple clarity framework
• 30:00 Why busy owners feel stuck
• 38:00 The hidden cost of immersion
• 45:00 One practical shift
• 52:00 What this episode is not
• 58:00 Gentle close

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