Travel Geniuses Podcast For Travel Agents

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Synopsis

The Travel Geniuses podcast is a podcast for travel agents who LOVE planning vacations for their clients, but wish the business side of things was a little easier. We talk about marketing, technology, systems, tools, and tricks that help you focus less on the stuff you hate, and more on the things you love.

Episodes

  • 050 - Let's get ready for 2021!

    29/12/2020 Duration: 44min

    2020 has been hard, especially for those of us in the travel industry. It can be hard to feel excited about your business after a year like that, and even harder to feel motivated to work on it when the coming year is still so uncertain.  In this episode I'm sharing what I'm doing to get past that so that I start 2021 rested, and excited about the possibilities for my business again.    Here are links to resources mentioned in this episode:  Episode 33 where I talked about how and why to take a break from your business Episode 29 with Brit Koloof Marketing Personalities Brit's guides for marketing ideas that work for different personality types. Take your FREE personality test here, if you don't already know which you are. Don't pay for the upgrade!) Leo Babauta (from Zen Habits) on the Tim Ferris podcast Episode 24 where I talk about focusing on just one thing Nick Kokonas on the Tim Ferris podcast  Chillpreneur by Denise Duffield Thomas Episode 48 with Elizabeth from Souvenir and Far The Desire M

  • 049 - What to do when you think you're not good enough

    17/09/2020 Duration: 37min

    Have you been feeling... not good enough lately? Like maybe you aren't really cut out to be a travel agent, or a business owner? Like everyone else has their stuff together, and you're the only one struggling? Like the next client you get is going to be the one who finds out that you don't have any idea what you're doing? Like you maybe just aren't cut out to be a business owner?  Then this episode is for YOU! I'm sharing all the tips and tricks I use to help combat imposter syndrome and insecurity in myself. I hope they help you, too.  Here are the links to the resources mentioned in this episode: Pat Flynn's reel on IG about imposter syndrome Another good one from Kristina Kuzmic Watch it. Think about it.  Who the F*ck Am I To Be A Coach by Megan Jo Wilson You are a Badass by Jen Sincero Podcast episode about specializing Year in Review episode Episode about choosing marketing strategies that fit your personality type SIGN UP TO BE NOTIFIED ABOUT THE Q&A WITH ELIZABETH FROM SOUVENIR AND FAR (yes, I'm

  • 048 - A completely different business model for travel agents

    20/08/2020 Duration: 56min

    Our world is never going to be the same, and that is especially true about the travel industry, and travel agents specifically. The way we think about and run our business has GOT to change if we want to continue helping our clients have amazing vacations. But if you keep doing things in your business the way you've always done them, and the way EVERYONE has done them, for decades and decades, your business won't survive. Elizabeth de Quillacq, from Souvenir and Far, shares the unconventional way she started and runs her agency, that not only prevented her from losing money during covid, but has allowed her business to thrive. It's a model we can all learn a lot from. Here are the links to the resources mentioned in this episode: Elizabeth's website Elizabeth's fee structure You can reach Elizabeth at elizabeth@souvenirandfar.com  If you have questions for Elizabeth, and would like to attend a live Q/A call with her, please let me know! If there's enough interest I can see if she'd be willing to do that for

  • 047 - How and why to sell travel to the US

    05/08/2020 Duration: 23min

    My prediction is that travel within the US is going to be HOT for the next year, or even 2. And I want you to be prepared for that!  In this episode, I offer some tips to position you and your business so that your clients come to you to book these trips, and see you as necessary for the vacation of a lifetime... even when it's close to home.  Here are the links to the resources mentioned in this episode: As always, my episode about choosing a niche is relevant to this conversation. :-)  The episode on what a specialty is worth listening to, too.  A quick video showing how to subscribe to this podcast.    CLICK HERE to learn more about my new project Travel Geniuses Websites! Would you like to get access to ALL of the printable resources for past and present episodes, all in one place?  Sign up for your free membership and get instant access by signing up for the FREE Travel Geniuses Membership. This will also get you on the email list so you can be notified about everything that's coming up :-)  

  • 046 - Working with local businesses to start selling group travel

    22/07/2020 Duration: 57min

    If you've heard all the hype about selling group travel, but didn't know how to get started, you won't want to miss this episode. Michelle Woodson Howell transformed her business by reaching out to local businesses and working with them to sell group trips with their clients and fans. And in this episode she shares how she did it, and talks about the course she's created so that you can to. Here are the links to the resources mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Michelle's course  If you have questions you can reach her at info@jvgroupstrategy.com Follow her public facebook page around Joint Venture Groups CLICK HERE to learn more about my new project Travel Geniuses Websites! Would you like to get access to ALL of the printable resources for past and present episodes, all in one place?  Sign up for your free membership and get instant access by signing up for the FREE Travel Geniuses Membership. This will also get you on the email list so you can be notified about everything that's coming up :-)

  • 045 - It's time to start treating your travel business like a real business

    08/07/2020 Duration: 39min

    Are you treating your travel business like a real business? Do you see yourself as a true professional, with a business?  If you've been treating your business as anything but a legitimate business that deserves to be respected and taken seriously, that needs to change, and it needs to change now.  In this episode, I talk about why that has to change, and I give you some tough love about things you're going to have to do differently if you want your business to succeed in the new, post covid world.  Here are the links to the resources mentioned in this episode: I have 2 episodes I've recorded about charging fees. Episode 7, and Episode 28. Who the F am I to be a Coach, by Megan Jo Wilson is a great read (and quick at just over 100 pages) even if you're not trying to be a coach.    CLICK HERE to learn more about my new project Travel Geniuses Websites! Would you like to get access to ALL of the printable resources for past and present episodes, all in one place?  Sign up for your free membership and get ins

  • 044 - How to grow your travel business without marketing

    21/05/2020 Duration: 28min

    Everywhere you look people are shoving marketing ideas in your face. And when I ask agents what they struggle with the most, "marketing" is BY FAR the number one answer I get.  But is that really what you want? What if I told you you could grow your business without spending hours every day on marketing?? Listen to this episode to learn how... 

  • 043 - Why it's good for your business to turn down bookings

    06/05/2020 Duration: 42min

    It'seems, counterintuitive, doesn't it, especially in the middle of arguably the worst time in the history of travel, to turn away a potential booking.  But in this episode, I'll tell you why saying no, can be better for your business, and you. 

  • 042 - Ideas for working ON your business during this time

    17/04/2020 Duration: 32min

    This is a really hard time for the travel industry. I don't know that we've ever been through anything quite so devastating. And I know you might not be in a place yet, where you're ready to start preparing your business for the other side of this, but if you are, I wanted to offer some thoughts on what we can do NOW to make sure we come out of this better than before

  • 041 - Selling CUBA with David Lee from Cultural Cuba

    11/03/2020 Duration: 53min

    Cuba has been on my list of places to go for years, but I've always thought it was too difficult OR that it would mean having to go on a big group escorted tour, doing things that someone else thought I should do, or getting a very "corporate" experience. I was SO wrong. I think that, even if you don't think you'll ever want to sell Cuba, you'll get so much out of this episode, and just might change your mind. :-) Links to everything mentioned in this episode can be found at https://www.travelgeniuses.com/episode41

  • 040 - Why Travel Agents Should be Podcasting

    26/02/2020 Duration: 39min

    Have you ever thought about starting a podcast but thought - no one would want to listen to ME. And who wants another travel podcast, anyway?? I happen to think a LOT of people will want to hear from you about travel, and other topics related to your niche. You'll hear why, and get some tips for getting started, in this episode. 

  • 039 - Marketing that feels good with Brit Kolo from Marketing Personalities

    12/02/2020 Duration: 48min

    I've been talking about it for months, and it's finally here - in this episode we're talking to Brit Kolo from Marketing Personalities. She teaches how to design your marketing strategy around what fits your personality. The end result? Marketing that feels good! Links mentioned in the show: Take your free Meyers Briggs Personality Assessment Grab your Marketing Personality Full Report 

  • 038 - New Training and Certification Program for Travel Agents w/ Lindsey Epperly

    29/01/2020 Duration: 42min

    We all know there's been a shortage in education programs for new travel agents. Well, Lindsay is doing her part to solve that.  In this episode, we talk about her education program, EntreTravel, as well as how to know if you should move from travel agent to CEO or host agency. 

  • 037 - OFFLINE Marketing Strategies to Grow Your Travel Business

    15/01/2020 Duration: 31min

    EVERYONE is talking about how to use the internet, and social media to grow your business. But what if you don't want to sit behind your computer all day? What if you LIKE getting out of the house/office and interacting with people? Can you still build a successful business without being attached to a keyboard? YES! Yes, you can. And in this episode, I'll share some ways to do that.

  • 036 - Your Business Year in Review

    02/01/2020 Duration: 24min

    This time of year, everyone's talking about setting goals and New Year's resolutions. But before you do that, it's important to look back on the past year.  In this episode, I talk about why I think this is so important and offer some tips and resources to get you started.

  • 035 - Using SEARCH to grow your travel business

    12/12/2019 Duration: 25min

    I'm always talking about 2 types of marketing you should have in place: How to help people find your business and How to keep people interested in your business. In this episode, we're talking about search. But not just Google searches. We're talking about Pinterest, YouTube, and podcasts, too. 

  • 034 - Market your travel business using Facebook

    28/11/2019 Duration: 29min

    I'm always talking about 2 types of marketing you should have in place: How to help people find your business and  How to keep people interested in your business.  In this episode, we're talking about a (free) strategy you can use to help people find your business - using Facebook. 

  • 033 - The Importance of Taking Time Away From Your Business

    13/11/2019 Duration: 31min

    I know we sometimes feel like we have to work work work work work and if we take a break, everything we've worked for will come crashing down around us.  The truth is - the exact opposite is true. Taking time away from your business will not only not cause your business to fail, it will make it better than you ever dreamed! 

  • 032 - What Should You Talk About On Your Blog?

    30/10/2019 Duration: 37min

    One of the biggest excuses I hear from travel agents about why they aren't posting to their blog, or social media accounts, or newsletter is... "I don't know what to talk about!" In this episode, I help solve that problem, so you can't use that excuse anymore. :-)

  • 031 - Create beautiful documents for your clients with TRAVEFY

    16/10/2019 Duration: 36min

    Back in the old days we had to create client documents in Microsoft word, with pictures that we spent hours searching the internet for. It was my most dreaded task because I wanted them to look nice, and professional, but no matter how hard I tried, or how many hours I put into it, they still ended up looking homemade.  Those days are over, friends. Enter - Travefy. One of my favorite tools for travel agents that will have you turning out professional documents for your clients in no time.  In this episode, I'm talking to David Chait, the CEO and founder of Travefy, about what it does, and what they have planned for the future of the tool

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