The Revenue Manager's Handbook

The Revenue Manager’s Handbook delivers a practical, step-by-step approach to maximizing revenue in short-term rentals and Airbnb pricing. It combines clear strategy with real-world execution, covering everything from dynamic pricing, Airbnb revenue management, and inventory control to market trend analysis and vacation rental pricing strategies.

Designed for short-term rental operators, Airbnb hosts, and vacation rental managers, this book provides actionable frameworks, proven tactics, and real-world examples you can apply immediately to improve occupancy, ADR, profitability, and overall revenue performance on platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com.

Sean Rakidzich is a recognized expert in revenue management, Airbnb pricing strategy, and short-term rental operations. With over 11 years of experience, he has helped thousands of operators generate more than $1 billion in revenue. As the creator of the popular YouTube channel Airbnb Automated, Sean shares practical insights and no-fluff strategies that help Airbnb hosts grow faster, optimize pricing, increase bookings, and operate smarter.