10 Commandments for Safe & Sustainable Hosting
- Jay Ilam
- Aug 1
- 2 min read
Updated: Sep 10
A Practical Code for Long-Term Peace, Protection & Professionalism
Whether you’re a new host or a seasoned Superhost, safety and sustainability must take priority over short-term gains. Hosting is not just a transaction -it’s a relationship, a responsibility, and often, an extension of your home.
Check out this tried-and-true guide for mindful and safe hosting:
Prioritize Fit Over Filling Dates
Don’t rush to convert every enquiry into a booking. Vet your guests. Ask the right questions. If something doesn’t feel aligned, it’s okay to pass.
Communicate Rules Early & Clearly
Reiterate your house rules before and after accepting a booking. Prevent surprises by being clear upfront.
Reference Local Norms
Even if not legally required, mention quiet hours, guest limits, or waste policies. It reflects responsibility and discourages misuse. Follow your local regulations and laws and highlight the requirements upfront to your guests.
Maintain a Balanced Level of Engagement
Be present without hovering. Especially during long stays or group bookings, stay gently alert and supportive.
Trust Your Experience & Instincts
Hosting draws on your past life roles , you have mastered various hats. If your gut says something’s off, listen.
Don’t Overextend for 5-Star Reviews
Prioritize authenticity and peace over people-pleasing. Long-term credibility beats short-term charm.
Leave Helpful, Detailed Guest Reviews
Go beyond “great guest.” Note cleanliness, rule-following, time schedules and communication. This helps protect fellow hosts.
Hold Boundaries Around Requests
You’re not a hotel concierge. If a request isn’t essential or aligned with your offer, it’s okay to say no.
Document, Prepare & Safeguard
Use checklists, photo documentation, and (where lawful) entry monitoring. These systems protect your property.
Prioritize Your Peace
Safe hosting is sustainable hosting. Respect your own time, energy, and space. Hosting should enhance your life, not overtake it.
Final Thought:
Hospitality is an experience. Safety is a system. Long-term hosting success requires both.
Dr Jayanthi Ilamurugu
Super Host, Guest Favourite
Community Leader - Host Club of TN & Pondy
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