Leanne Taylor is one of the most effervescent, charming and energetic personalities I've had the pleasure of befriending in this amazing industry. Leanne has a wonderful professional history, from hospitality to real estate, project management to an incredibly successful side-hustle.

It's a thrill to be able to lasso Leanne and bring her into the studio for long enough to interview her.

Leanne has coached others with this particular venture also, but importantly, she's done it on her own and with scale. Focusing on short-stay accommodation options for those who require limited tenure rentals is something she's very passionate about. From overseas visitors catching up with their children and grandchildren, to recently separated folks, Leanne's fully furnished properties have provided much-needed solutions to many over the years.

What gives Leanne Taylor such an edge is her incredible zest for customer service, and her irreplaceable warmth and authenticity. No task is ever too much when it comes to her clients.

Leanne and Cate talk through how the idea started, what it takes to be a great housing provider of short-stay accommodation, how she's managed a full time job and a business, and best of all, how she's managed to accumulate some of her proeprties without actually owning them.

It's a fascinating insight into a magical woman's drive for success.