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Your P&L Can’t See Points - But Your Competitors Can

Strategy Saturday

Your P&L Can’t See Points - But Your Competitors Can

Your accountant won’t flag it. Your CFO won’t track it. Your team won’t notice it. But your competitors? They’re using it. Loyalty assets are real—even if they don’t show up on the P&L. Ignore them, and you’re funding someone else’s growth with your own spend.

Day 5/5: How to Plan Award Travel Without Overwhelm and Stress

Day 5/5: How to Plan Award Travel Without Overwhelm and Stress

Award travel doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a clear plan, organized points, and smart booking strategies, you can turn miles into memorable trips—without the stress. Learn how to streamline every step, avoid costly mistakes, and travel better using the points you already have.

Day 4/5: How to Use Points for Travel Upgrades (Not Just Free Flights)

Day 4/5: How to Use Points for Travel Upgrades (Not Just Free Flights)

Tired of cramped seats and standard rooms? Learn how to turn your points into first-class seats, luxury suites, and lounge access without paying cash. This isn’t about freebies—it’s about smarter redemptions that seriously upgrade your travel game.

Day 3/5: Lesser-Known Travel Loyalty Programs That Pack a Punch

Day 3/5: Lesser-Known Travel Loyalty Programs That Pack a Punch

BLUF: Don't chase popular loyalty programs when you can discover hidden gems: Niche airlines offer Business Class to Europe for ~30k miles, while boutique hotels yield luxury stays for fewer points. Unlock massive value from shopping portals (up to 20x points!), car rentals, and cruises...

Day 2/5: Mistakes That Kill Your Points Value (Or: How to Avoid Them)

Day 2/5: Mistakes That Kill Your Points Value (Or: How to Avoid Them)

Imagine losing thousands of dollars in hidden fees, low-value redemptions, and “expiring” points you never used. Avoid the 7 fatal flaws draining your travel stash and learn the pro strategies insiders use to score dream trips - first class, luxury resorts, and epic adventures - on the cheap.

Day 1/5: How to Turn Everyday Purchases into Award Travel Fuel

Day 1/5: How to Turn Everyday Purchases into Award Travel Fuel

Think your grocery bill is just feeding your fridge? Think again. With the right credit card, that avocado toast obsession might just fly you to Mexico. From gas pumps to Netflix, this guide shows how your everyday expenses can quietly bankroll your next big adventure.

Weekend Edition / Dear Ohad...

Weekend Edition / Dear Ohad...

Elite perks that feel like pranks, communal shampoo trauma, Wyndham’s promo labyrinth, robe theft ethics, and the awkward art of saying “I want my own room.” This week, Ohad checks into hotel chaos with sass, sarcasm, and zero tolerance for loyalty program gaslighting.

You’re Not “Too Small” for a Points Strategy

You’re Not “Too Small” for a Points Strategy

Spending $50K/month in your business? You’re not too small for a points strategy—you’re just leaving money on the table. With the right system, that same spend can unlock $40K–$100K in travel, perks, and ROI. Stop flying coach. Start using points like the business asset they are.

When Your Company Earns Points, Everyone Wins

When Your Company Earns Points, Everyone Wins

Businesses often overlook the full value of their spending. With the right card strategy, $500K in expenses can generate $25K+ in travel rewards. When points fund team experiences, they drive retention, loyalty, and culture—turning everyday spend into a shared business asset.

How a San Jose Restaurant Owner Turned $750K in Spend Into First-Class Culture

How a San Jose Restaurant Owner Turned $750K in Spend Into First-Class Culture

The move unlocked luxury travel rewards, boosted team morale through employee trips, and turned routine expenses into a powerful engine for growth and culture. By shifting from a flat cashback card to a strategic points-based approach, the business maximized value from every dollar spent.

The Points Don’t Care How You Feel. They Care What You Do.

The Points Don’t Care How You Feel. They Care What You Do.

Most businesses waste thousands by using points emotionally. Stop relying on brand loyalty or convenience. Use the right cards by category, target 1.5¢+ redemptions, and let data drive decisions. Points don’t care how you feel—they care what you do. Treat them like a business asset.

Unlocking Hidden Airline Partners for Better Business Class Award Seats

Unlocking Hidden Airline Partners for Better Business Class Award Seats

Think flying business class is out of reach? Hidden airline partnerships are your secret weapon. Book premium seats for fewer miles, access routes others miss, and unlock luxury cabins that never show up online. It’s not luck—it’s strategy. The best redemptions hide in plain sight.