🧱 Building It: Becoming a CEO When No One Hands You the Title 👔This week we go beyond scaling businesses and get into what it takes to lead them.Shaun Shirazian is the CEO of Lodgify, one of the top tech platforms for short-term rental hosts around the world. But his story did not start in boardrooms. It started in Dallas, raised by immigrant parents, learning to hustle, build, and reflect.In this episode Shaun shares what it really takes to become a CEO. We talk about impostor syndrome, asking for what you want, leading teams you used to be part of, and why clarity, not constant hustle, is the mindset shift that matters most.If you have ever wondered whether you are ready to lead, this one is for you.👇 Watch the episode and subscribe for more from the Building It series.SHOW LINKS:🔗 Lodgify – https://www.lodgify.com🔗 Shaun Shirazian – https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunshiraz/#BuildingItSeries #LeadershipMindset #UnderdogToCEO📋 In this episode, we discuss:00:00 – Intro: Shaun Shirazian, CEO of Lodgify 01:00 – Childhood roots: Dallas + immigrant resilience 02:30 – Dad’s small‑business lessons & underdog mindset 05:00 – Reflection & purpose: How Shaun found his “why” 07:00 – First career pivot: P&G brand‑management discovery 09:30 – Finding the underdog niche: Intuit & Pipedrive 12:30 – Product mindset: Leading through innovation 15:00 – Transitioning from product leader to CEO mindset 17:30 – Design thinking: Empathy, ideation, experimentation 20:00 – People leadership: From expert to manager 22:30 – Future‑back leadership: Coaching team growth 25:00 – Becoming CEO: Self‑awareness & vocal ambition 27:30 – CEO search: Network, clarity & seizing opportunity 30:00 – Leading Lodgify: Early host conversations 32:00 – What’s constant? Focus: owner needs, admin pain points 34:00 – Q&A: Shaun’s ongoing mission & invitation 36:00 – Final thoughts: Using platform to level the field 38:00 – Wrap‑up & next steps ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🥊 Hotel - BNB - STR Owners! 🥊 Need more direct bookings or a brand new website? The trusted tech partner you can count on. We deliver results. 🥊 https://www.ibooked.online 🥊 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Don't forget to hit that subscribe button! This also keeps us going and creating more useful content for free!ACCOMMODATION OWNERS AND MANAGERS FREE RESOURCES! 📧Join the mailing list for freebies and critical industry updates: https://news.theaccommodationshow.com/🌍The Accommodation Owners and Managers Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/AMoFacebookCommunity🗨 Connect with Bart Sobies for more industry insight: https://www.ibooked.online/bart/🎙 Subscribe to the podcast to listen later: https://www.theaccommodationshow.com▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Disclaimer: The content shared on this YouTube channel, Podcast, or associated posts reflects personal opinions and insights. This content is not intended as legal, financial, or investment advice. Always consult with licensed professionals before making decisions. The hosts and guests disclaim liability for any consequences of using this content. Actions taken should be based on your personal due diligence.Affiliate Disclaimer: This blog, podcast & youtube channel; will occasionally contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission on a purchase without additional cost to you, if you buy something through my links. This show aims to educate viewers and share everything I know about improving your accommodation, STR and AirBNB business. I believe in the products and services we link to and that you may benefit from them. If you do purchase through my affiliate links; I want to thank you for your support.