But that really isn’t my learning style.

Take AirBnB as an example: no one previously thought that a mass market existed for homeowners to let strangers in their homes, or for strangers to rent their space hotel-style.

I approached them and told them our plan to convert the space (assumptive sale style) and offered to renew their lease and lock them in for the same rate for 18 months at the same time.

The style looked very similar, but they were made with solid wood. 

I'd probably go back and listen to a year's worth of podcasts and see if you like his style and info. 

I've generally gone out for those sorts of trips unless you really trust the team to have a sharp eye as a lot of the styling happens once everything arrives and you have to make it fit together. 

Do most investors tour Home Depot/Lowes starting off to see what style of kitchen cabinets they want to put in their rehab?

Quote from @Bruce Woodruff: Generally speaking, the Keurig style are the best and easiest for a STR.

Everyone's learning style is different. 

One STR can make much more than many LTR style investment strategies.