This week, we continue our Building It series with a landmark episode I have been incredibly excited to share with you. It’s not every day you get to sit down with a founder who has navigated the entire entrepreneurial journey—from a simple idea all the way to a headline-making $50 million+ acquisition. This is one of the biggest exits our industry has seen, and getting the inside story is a massive deal. Quirin Schwaighofer of MadeComfy is that founder, and his story is a masterclass in building with clear, powerful intention.
In our conversation, we break down the very framework that led his company, MadeComfy, to its monumental acquisition by OYO. Quirin reveals the 15-year plan he wrote for himself at age 30, with the goal of being financially independent by 45. This wasn’t just a dream; it was a practical roadmap that guided every career move and strategic pivot. It’s a powerful lesson in reverse-engineering your life and business goals, forcing you to make decisions today that serve your future self.
We also dive deep into one of the most brilliant strategic pivots I’ve seen. Facing the challenges of a post-COVID world, Quirin steered MadeComfy away from the traditional growth model and instead built a powerhouse by partnering with real estate agencies. This wasn’t the easy path, but it was the one that created an incredible competitive advantage. For anyone in our industry, understanding how to identify and dominate a unique growth channel like this is invaluable, whether you manage five properties or five hundred. This episode is packed with the kind of strategic thinking that can fundamentally change how you view your own growth potential.
What you will learn from this episode:
How to create a long-term, age-based plan to achieve your ultimate business and life goals. 🗺️
The inside story of the OYO acquisition, from the first LinkedIn message to the final deal. 🤝
Why a partnership model can be vastly more powerful than direct acquisition for rapid scaling. 🚀
The thought process behind a major strategic pivot when faced with industry-wide challenges. 🧠
Quirin’s three core principles for any entrepreneur wanting to build something truly significant. 🔥
My guest, Quirin Schwaighofer, is the Co-CEO & Co-Founder of the Australian accommodation innovator, MadeComfy. Since 2015, he has meticulously built the company into one of the world’s most recognised short-term rental brands, celebrated for its blend of technology and operational excellence. This culminated in MadeComfy’s acquisition by the global hospitality platform OYO, marking one of the largest exits in the history of Australia’s short-term rental industry.
A German-born entrepreneur with a Master’s in Industrial Engineering and an Executive MBA, Quirin’s journey is defined by bold, strategic moves. Before MadeComfy, he co-founded a mobile workforce platform for the mining industry and even launched his own hospitality venue while still at university. He is a seasoned expert in scaling high-growth businesses, having raised more than $20 million in capital and earning a reputation for his sharp vision and hands-on expertise.
This conversation is more than just an inspiring success story; it’s a practical blueprint for ambitious growth. Quirin’s journey provides a rare look behind the curtain at the mindset required to not only build a leading brand but also to achieve a life-changing exit. It’s about the sacrifices, the relentless focus, and the courage to choose the harder, more strategic path.
If you’ve ever wondered what your ‘endgame’ is, how to scale beyond your current limits, or how to make decisions that compound over a decade, then you cannot afford to miss this. This is one of those rare episodes that provides tangible frameworks you can apply to your own business the moment you stop listening.
So, grab a notepad and prepare to rethink what’s possible for your business and your life. This is a conversation that could genuinely change your trajectory.
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