Re: innkeeping: Starting a B&B Association . . . Any Advice?

[Kim Offenburger <kimoff@worldnet.att.net>]

Bill & Sandra Wayne wrote:
> 
> I've bveen involved with our state association for almost its full 8
> years of existence, & we've weathered a couple of storms. I advise that:
> 1.  Some sort of standards so you at least know that the other isn't
> 'white trash' B&B.
> 2.  Get PAII's help in setting it up. Pat did a great job moderating our
> organizing conference.
> 3.  When you find people who are willing to work, make sure to reward
> them with attaboys, etc. - maybe even (gasp) pay them.
> 4.  Watch out for people with hidden agendas.
> 5.  Get a PO Box or mail drop not dependent upon any a member inn, so
> when the inevitable turnover occurs, you don't have to change
> everything.
> 6.  Develop a lot of tolerance.
> 
> Bill (BBIM Pres.)
> --
> I agree with Bill whole heartedly! I myself will never join anything other 
than a professional one from now on.  (PAII and my State Assoc.)  My 
first experience cost me close to $3000, with two guests to show for it 
(all in our first year of business).  The second has just been a washout. 
 Take an especially close look at number 4. above.  
kim   Isle of View 
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