Insights & Strategies for Independent Hoteliers.
Today’s Revenue Management Thought - ran for 4 years
Now I publish Monday Revenue Rethink each Monday
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
Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Regroup, Refocus, Reset the Strategy
Check the forecast again.
Realign your channel mix.
Adjust your rate fences.
A mistake is just a signal, it’s what you do next that defines whether you recover or slide further.
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
But Don’t Turn Reflection into Paralysis
There’s a fine line between learning and over-analysing. Sit with the mistake, get the insight, and move.
Lingering on it won’t fix occupancy. Time is your most expensive resource.
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Reflection Isn’t Optional. It’s Operational.
Mistakes cost money.
But repeating them?
That’s what really kills performance.
You need to understand why the campaign flopped or how you missed compression.
Gut feeling isn’t enough, dig into the data.
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
That Rate Drop You Regret? Good. Learn from it.
In revenue management, not every move will be a winner.
Maybe you dropped rates too early.
Maybe you overestimated demand.
Either way…..own it. If you don’t reflect, you risk repeating it.
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Spontaneous Explorers - Ready When You Are
Low season offers a secret advantage: flexibility.
Fewer crowds. Easier bookings. Last-minute decisions.
Tap into that with transparent availability, no-fuss cancellation policies, and curated local perks.
Partner with local restaurants, museums, and guides to create unique, crowd-free experiences.
Because the guest who books today for tomorrow?
They just need a reason to click "confirm."
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
The Atmosphere Chaser - Weather Isn't a Barrier
Some guests aren’t looking for sunshine.
They want atmosphere. The glow of autumn, the hush of snow, the early bloom of spring.
This group values coziness, contrast, and comfort, and they’re willing to pay for it.
So instead of hiding from the weather, celebrate it.
Offer “Winter Warmer” packages, fireside dinners, hot chocolate on arrival.
Let your property become the destination.
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
The Peace Seeker - Your Hidden Revenue Ally
There’s a guest who travels specifically to avoid the chaos of high season.
They want authenticity, space, and time to connect with a place.
These guests crave slow mornings, empty museums, and quiet cafés.
Create offers around tranquillity.
Sell silence. Market stillness.
In my experience, that’s more powerful than any flash sale.
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
The Savvy Spender – Wants More, Not Less
Low-season travellers aren’t always bargain hunters.
Many are opportunity seekers, looking to stretch their budget into an experience they couldn’t afford in high season.
Don’t slash rates.
Add value. Bundle smarter. Personalise offers.
Think: “5-star touches at 3-star prices” with late check-outs, dining perks, or welcome experiences.
This isn’t discounting. It’s smart positioning.
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Rethink the Low Season - It’s Not About Discounts
Hoteliers often default to price cuts when the peak season ends.
But in my experience, this mindset is not only reactive, it’s revenue-destructive.
The low season isn't a problem to solve with discounts.
It’s a chance to reframe the narrative, speak to different guest needs, and elevate perceived value.
Why compete on price, when you can compete on experience, exclusivity, and emotional pull?
Have a profitable week.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Revenue Thinking Belongs to Everyone
In my experience, the best-performing hotels aren’t those with one smart RM -
They’re the ones where everyone understands the commercial game.
Teach your team the ‘why’ behind your pricing.
Show them how small decisions impact the big picture.
Because when everyone thinks revenue, that’s when results get real.
Have a profitable week.
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