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Grab a pen and paper for this episode! Gabbie Borgus, or better known as Gab from @thatguidedtravelgirl, shares her top five tips on how to not only increase your own social media presence but also how to decrease burnout from the social media. Each tip is crafted with the busy travel advisor in mind with actionable items you can start implementing today.Show Notes:Gab's Instagram: @thatguidedtravelgirlRecorded on April 5, 2023Start a free trial of Travefy at https://info.travefy.com/get_started

Join us on this special episode with Tamika C. Carter, Executive Director of Group Travel Academy! We set the stage for Travefy Academy's upcoming "Travefy Academy’s Grow With Groups Mini-Event" happening on May 18, 2023 (register for event here).In this episode, Tamika shares an overview of what selling group travel can look like for you and your business and what to know before planning and booking your first group trips. From escorting travel groups to booking out cruise ships, Tamika explains it all! Show Notes:Curious which path you should take when selling group travel? Take Tamika's free quiz here: https://www.grouptravelacademy.com/quizRegister for upcoming group travel session: https://go.travefy.com/grow-with-groupsRecorded on April 20, 2023

In this episode, we chat with Guida Botelho, CTIE, Senior Director of Education for The Travel Institute. We discuss how advanced education and the power of knowledge can be crucial for travel professionals growing their business and expertise, which in return can increase booking revenue! Guida shares not only the educational opportunities available through The Travel Institute but also how to decide which certification program is best for you and your career goals, and so much more.Recorded on March 9, 2023Show Notes:Visit The Travel Institute WebsiteRegister for Upcoming Webinar Session from The Travel Institute

In this episode, we chat with Jessica Pressler, Owner and CEO of Radiance Travel on how she began to pivot her growing business into the luxury travel space. Jessica shares how she's created her brand to reflect her own travel inspiration and elevate her client's itineraries and travel experiences into the luxury market.Recorded on March 8, 2023Radiance Travel Website: https://radiance.travelInstagram: @radiancejess | @radiance.travelStart a free trial of Travefy

It’s no secret that travel professionals are busy people when it comes to booking client trips, running their business, managing life and everything else in-between. In this episode, we chat with Travel Entrepreneur and Strategist, Roslyn Ranse, on how you CAN do it all! Roslyn shares her own story and what she has found to help her manage business and life by implementing systems, getting the right help, and more. It’s all about working smarter, not harder, and share Roslyn will share how and not break the bank doing it.Show Notes:Upwork – Where to find people for small projects of ongoing, through a platform that has a ton of choice. (A great place to get started) Fiverr – Freelance services with costs starting at $5!The Travel Agent Achievers – Business Retreat in Fiji that Roslyn is hosting in November 2023Books that Roslyn is reading: Power by Kemi Nekvapali & The Gift of AskingTravel Business Acceleration ProgramPodcast Recorded on February 15, 2023Start a free trial of Travefy!

In this episode, we chat with Erin Carey, Founder and Director of Roam Generation, who shares insider tips on how travel advisors can unleash their media potential. Erin dives into the importance of finding the right media contacts, crafting compelling pitches, and staying top of mind with journalists and influencers. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out in the travel industry, Erin's advice is sure to help you get noticed and build your brand through effective media outreach. Tune in now to learn how to take your PR and media game to the next level!Start a free trial of Travefy!

Join us on our latest episode as we sit down with Tesa Totengco, Owner and CEO of Travels with Tesa. Tesa shares valuable insights on the importance of immersing yourself in travel in order to better cater to your clients' needs and preferences. She also delves into the crucial role of finding quality suppliers, how you can plan your own FAM trips, and shares how she markets and inspires her clients to travel. Recorded on January 24, 2023Start a free trial of Travefy!

Join Travefy Academy as we sit down with Sandra McLemore, industry expert and Founder & CEO of Travel Marketing & Media. Sandra shares her expert insights on how to set and achieve your goals for 2023 with her five tips for success. Learn how to stay on track and boost productivity throughout the year, as well as manage stress and maintain a business mindset. Tune in to this episode for valuable advice on reaching your professional aspirations in the coming year!Register for Sandra's upcoming webinar with Travefy Academy happening on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at Academy.Travefy.com.

In this episode, we chat with Ralph Iantosca, a luxury travel entrepreneur who discovered his secret to long-term success was charging fees in a different way. After being in the industry for over 30 years and dealing with the pandemic, Ralph decided his business model needed to change to accommodate not only his happiness but a growing and sustainable business model. Ralph quickly discovered that creating a subscription fee model was his key and now he’s helping other travel advisors do the same! Ralph shares his story and what questions you can ask yourself to determine if this model makes sense for your business. The best part is, he’s willing to share his secrets and has created a curriculum to help educate other travel advisors. Learn more about Travel Strategy and join the waitlist at travel-strategy.com

Join travel industry thought leaders as we look back at the last 12 months and discuss what’s ahead in 2023. We chat about where the industry stands today, how you can keep track of emerging trends, and ask our panel questions about what they see in the year ahead.During this webinar, you’ll also gain insight knowledge, strategies, and hear real-life stories to help you and your clients prepare for a successful year of travel in 2023!Panelists Include:Gregory Luciani, President & CEO at TravelOnly Inc.Eben Peck, Executive Vice President, Advocacy at American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA)Lori Speers, CTC, Owner & CEO at Levarte TravelEmma Weissmann, Managing Editor at TravelAge WestView all show notes at https://academy.travefy.com/upcoming-webinar-live-panel-travel-industry-year-in-review-and-whats-ahead-in-2023