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Ready to reclaim control of your bookings and break free from the unpredictability of OTAs like Airbnb? Craving the stability of building your business on your terms? Dive into the Boostly Podcast, where Mark Simpson and Liam Carolan unveil the secrets to unlocking a flood of direct bookings. With a rich mix of insights, Mark and Liam equip you with the tools and strategies needed to secure your independence in the hospitality industry. Liam Carolan shines in the "Behind The Host" mini-serie ...
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🎙 Welcome back to the Episode 778 of Boostly Podcast! 🎙In today’s Spotlight Series, we’re talking all things marketing funnels — and how short-term rental hosts can use them to skyrocket direct bookings. Joining us is Dustin Baker, founder of Hidden Gem Media and a marketing expert who’s helping hosts break free from Airbnb and OTAs using the same …
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🎙 Welcome back to the Episode 777 of Boostly Podcast! 🎙In today’s Behind the PMS episode: we’re shining a spotlight on Free to Book—a popular property management system especially loved by B&Bs and small accommodation providers. Joining us is Harro, owner of The Hive at 52 in Cheshire and long-time hospitality pro, who’s been using Free to Book for…
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🎙 Welcome back to the Episode 776 of Boostly Podcast! 🎙 Today’s episode is a game-changer: we're diving into why most hosts are completely missing the mark on Instagram — and what you need to do right now to turn your social media into a powerful booking machine. Our guest Paul Anderson spent 15 years in hospitality, left it all behind, and is now …
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🎙 Welcome back to the Episode 775 of Boostly Podcast! 🎙 In today’s Spotlight Series, we’re diving deep into one of the hottest topics in hospitality right now: AI. And not just any AI—we're talking about a platform built by hosts, for hosts that’s transforming how guest communication is done. Joining us is Jay, the CEO and co-founder of HostBuddy.a…
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🎙 Welcome back to the Episode 774 of Boostly Podcast! 🎙 The go-to show for hosts who are tired of relying on OTAs and ready to take control of their bookings, their brand, and their business. Today, we’ve got a returning guest who’s been making waves in the hospitality tech world — Arthur Colker from StayFi is back in the hot seat. And trust me, if…
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🎙 Welcome back to the Episode 773 of Boostly Podcast! 🎙 The place where we shine a light on the people shaking up the short-term rental space and give you the tools, tactics, and inspiration to grow your business. I’m your host Mark Simpson, and today, we’re diving into something that the community has been buzzing about...Back in January, I droppe…
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🎙 Welcome back to the Episode 772 of Boostly Podcast! 🎙 If you’re a short-term rental host looking to streamline your business, avoid double bookings, and maximize efficiency, then today’s episode is for you! We’re diving into the world of Property Management Systems (PMS)—the software that can make or break your hosting experience. In this episode…
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🎙️ Welcome to the Boostly Podcast 771! If you're a short-term rental host looking to maximize your direct bookings and boost your revenue, you're in the right place. At Boostly, we bring you the tools, tactics, and confidence to take your business to the next level. In today’s episode, we’re shining the spotlight on TechTape, a company dedicated to…
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Welcome to the Boostly Podcast Episode 770, the show that gives hosts the tools, tactics, and confidence to skyrocket their direct bookings! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the game-changing world of short-term rentals with a special guest who has mastered the art of standing out in a crowded market. Meet Mike Sebastian, the founder of Hideaw…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 769 Join us for a fascinating conversation with Ger from Rhosydd Bach in Wales, a hospitality veteran with over 20 years of experience. We dive into his journey, from converting old pig farm buildings into luxury cottages to adapting to the ever-changing hospitality landscape. Ger shares invaluable insights on emb…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 768 In this inspiring episode of the Boostly Podcast, we sit down with Chad Harker, the 25-year-old founder of Eco Escapes, an Airbnb management company that's taking Canada by storm! Chad shares his incredible journey from renting out a single spare room to building a thriving business, and reveals the secrets be…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 767 In this episode, we dive deep into the world of short-term rentals and hospitality with industry expert Blake Duarte. From must-know strategies for hosts to hidden challenges in the business, we uncover what it truly takes to run a successful and guest-friendly rental. Whether you're a seasoned host or just st…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 766 In this episode of the Spotlight Series, we dive into the world of curated spaces with design expert Molly Cooper. Molly shares her journey into the field, her philosophy on intentional design, and how curated spaces can transform the way we experience our surroundings. From selecting the right elements to cra…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 764https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/Welcome to the Boostly Podcast, Mark Simpson announces the launch of his new solo YouTube channel, the Mark Simpson Business Channel, set to go live on February 5, 2025, also known as Book Direct Day. He invites listeners to subscribe via the provided links. The new channel wil…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 763https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/Welcome to the Boostly Podcast, the go-to resource for short-term rental hosts looking to scale their businesses with direct bookings. In this episode, we sit down with Alex from Whimstay. the episode explores the innovative approach Whimstay takes to help property managers and…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 762https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/Welcome to the Boostly Podcast, the go-to resource for short-term rental hosts looking to scale their businesses with direct bookings. In this episode, the spotlight is on Happy Guest, a guest management system founded by Mike. Happy Guest offers various features including hand…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 761https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/Welcome to the Boostly Podcast, the go-to resource for short-term rental hosts looking to scale their businesses with direct bookings. In this episode, Mark discusses the launch of a new solo channel while ensuring the podcast's regular content remains the same. This episode fo…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 760.stayfi.com/boostlyDiscount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/Welcome to the Boostly Podcast, the go-to resource for short-term rental hosts looking to scale their businesses with direct bookings. In this special year-end episode, Mark returns to share an exciting compilation of 2025 predictions f…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 759.stayfi.com/boostlyDiscount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/In this episode of the Boostly podcast, the host welcomes E from STR Secrets as the special guest. The podcast is dedicated to providing hosts with the tactics, tools, training, and confidence to achieve more direct bookings. E shares h…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 758.stayfi.com/boostlyDiscount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/In this episode of the Boostly podcast, the host welcomes E from STR Secrets as the special guest. The podcast is dedicated to providing hosts with the tactics, tools, training, and confidence to achieve more direct bookings. E shares h…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 757.stayfi.com/boostlyDiscount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/In this episode of the Boostly podcast, host Liam interviews Josh Guest, a successful entrepreneur in the short-term rental industry. Josh started Guest Homes in 2018, initially as a rent-to-service accommodation (SA) business based in …
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 756.stayfi.com/boostlyDiscount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/In this episode of the Boostly podcast, host Liam interviews Siddhi from YHangry, a service offering private chefs, as the special guest. Siddhi emphasizes the importance of standing out by providing exceptional guest experiences, simil…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 755.stayfi.com/boostlyDiscount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/In this episode of the Boostly podcast, host Liam interviews Chris from Yapstone about the importance of using effective payment solutions for short-term rentals. Yapstone offers dedicated payment management services designed specifical…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 754.stayfi.com/boostlyDiscount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/In this episode of the Boostly podcast, host Liam speaks with Sasha, the owner of Norfolk Holiday Properties, about the journey of building a holiday property management agency. They discuss key strategies for starting, scaling, and eve…
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Welcome to Boostly Podcast Episode 753.stayfi.com/boostlyDiscount code: BOOSTLY https://www.hostfully.com/boostly/In this episode of the Boostly podcast, the focus is on providing hosts with tools, tactics, training, and confidence to secure more direct bookings in hospitality. Liam sits down with Matthew Metro, founder of CS Outsource. Matthew sha…
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