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5 Revenue Management Mistakes

Costing You Money

Dynamic Pricing Myths

Holding Your Hotel Back

How to Compete with OTAs

Without Losing Margin

The Power of a

Balanced Channel Mix

Nikolas Hall Nikolas Hall

Today's Revenue Management thought:-

Strategic Pricing Drives Demand (Not the Other Way Around)

Most hotels still price reactively—waiting for demand, then adjusting.In my opinion, that’s backwards. 

Smart pricing can create demand.When pricing reflects confidence, positioning, and value delivery, it attracts the right guests—not just more bookings.

Your price can shape behaviour… if you lead with it.

Have a profitable week.

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Today's Revenue Management thought:-

What Does Your Price Say About You?

Every price point tells a story.It’s not just what the guest pays—it’s what you believe the experience is worth. Undervaluing your offering doesn’t just cost you margin; it erodes perception.

If you’re not pricing with intention, you’re leaving value—and authority—on the table.

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Nikolas Hall Nikolas Hall

Today's Revenue Management thought:-

Pricing Is More Than Numbers—It’s Leadership

Pricing isn’t just a finance decision—it’s a leadership move.

The rate you set speaks louder than your mission statement. It reflects how you see your brand, your product, and your guest experience.

In my experience, when leaders own pricing strategically, they don’t just chase revenue—they shape reputation.

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Nikolas Hall Nikolas Hall

Today's Revenue Management thought:-

Hospitality Revenue Management isn’t a strategy, it’s a mindset!

It aligns your entire team, shaping a culture where every decision supports profitability and guest satisfaction.

Have a profitable week.

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Nikolas Hall Nikolas Hall

Today's Revenue Management thought:-

Hospitality Revenue Management isn’t a strategy, it’s a mindset!

It requires ownership and accountability, not just following pricing tools but leading with purpose.

Have a profitable week.

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Nikolas Hall Nikolas Hall

Today's Revenue Management thought:-

Hospitality Revenue Management isn’t a strategy, it’s a mindset!

It embraces creativity and innovation, constantly rethinking how value is delivered and perceived.

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Nikolas Hall Nikolas Hall

Today's Revenue Management thought:-

Hospitality Revenue Management isn’t a strategy, it’s a mindset!

It prioritises long-term value over short-term gains, focusing on sustainable growth and guest loyalty.

Have a profitable week.

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Nikolas Hall Nikolas Hall

Today's Revenue Management thought:-

Hospitality Revenue Management isn’t a strategy, it’s a mindset!

It’s about proactive thinking, not reactive tactics—anticipating demand, not just responding to it.

Have a profitable week.

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Today's Revenue Management thought:-

The Future of Hotel Distribution – A Choice, Not a Trap

Hotels that stay fully dependent on OTAs will face:
❌ Rising commission fees
❌ No control over guest relationships
❌ Stagnant direct booking growth

Hotels that take control will:
✅ Own their pricing & brand positioning
✅ Increase guest lifetime value
✅ Invest in long-term profitability

Sacrificed profit today = sacrificed investments for the future. The good news? The shift starts with just 10-20% of inventory.

💡 If you’re ready to break free from the OTA hamster wheel, what’s your first step? Let’s discuss.

Have a profitable week.

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Nikolas Hall Nikolas Hall

Today's Revenue Management thought:-

How Hotels Can Take Back Control (Without Losing OTA Business)

You don’t need to ditch OTAs—you need to balance the scales.

Here’s how hotels can claw back 10-20% of bookings:

1️⃣ Make direct pricing unbeatable (Best Rate Guarantee, exclusive perks)
2️⃣ Improve your booking engine UX (Fewer clicks, frictionless checkout)
3️⃣ Leverage data (Target past OTA guests with direct-only offers)
4️⃣ Retarget website visitors (Catch them before they go back to OTAs)
5️⃣ Train your team (Upsell direct benefits at check-in & checkout)

Start small—shift 5% first and reinvest the margin into direct booking growth.

💬 Have you tried reducing OTA dependency? What worked for you? Let’s share strategies.

Have a profitable week.

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