Broke Traveler: Travel Site and Diversifying with Will Hatton - DS477

Doug interviews Will Hatton, the entrepreneur behind the successful travel platform The Broke Backpacker. Will shares his journey from backpacking around the world for two years to launching about 20 businesses becoming an authority in travel, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship. Will talks about being authentic, transparent, and relatable to his audience, balancing work and personal life, and taking time off to reflect and recharge. He also discusses his strategies for online success, such as negotiating with affiliates, staying organized and trusting his team, scaling content, and niching down to set himself apart. Will also shares his future plans, including opening a second tribal hostel in Lombok and working on his next book and possible podcast. Despite facing setbacks from the COVID-19 pandemic, Will illustrates that personal growth, resilience, and adaptability are key to entrepreneurial success in a changing digital landscape. Connect with Will: Instagram The Broke Backpacker More with Doug: Mile High Fi Contact me. Ask Questions! Send me an email here: [email protected] Leave a voicemail: (406) 813-0613