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My Debbie Downer is my husband so that’s really hard! But I won’t give up! I’m going to do this! My passion for wanting to help others have incredible adventures and amazing family holidays is my motivation and I can’t wait to get started! (Really wish I was in the USA so I could do careers on vacation!) I appreciate all your content you share here!

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I want to be a travel agent. Unfortunately, my Debbie downer is my own internal anxiety. I worry about if I can be successful in getting clients and maintaining clients. Because I don’t have the luxury that I think some people have of having family and friends I asked my dad who goes on cruises a lot if I became a travel agent would he book with me and he straight up, said no. I also worry about what I should specialize in as a travel agent because I don’t want to join a market specialization that is over saturated because then what is that person‘s reason to choose me over others. But at the same time I don’t want to choose a real small market that practically nobody uses, I’m also not a very good public speaker or video maker so if I did become a travel agent, I don’t think that I’d be able to advertise myself well with video like reels or TH-cam videos. And I have a learning disability that makes writing very hard, so I’m worried about how I can do marketing to get my name out there if I do become one?

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One thing I have a lot of confusion on is what locations to start with selling. Also are you a travel agency or a company that teaches how to start ?

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I love your videos and I guess I'll kept trying to get this business started. Thanks for your videos. I love you!

Cyndi, I am having trouble getting started. Let alone set goals. I try to do things but keep hitting a brick wall. I loved COV and thought I would make a great advisor. Now, I feel like I am not able to do this. My technology knowledge has not kept with the times, I feel like I've been spending a lot of many and I am not making a penny. Now, I am having trouble getting started with Meta Business. I don't feel like I can spend any more money since I haven't made a dime. I even had to quick buying the social bundles. You need to develop a class for the novice users, a class to know how to use them I am taking basics with social bundles. Thanks for listening,

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I just watched this video. And I am really thinking on becoming a travel agent. I am a nurse but I got diagnosed with a very rare disease which is causing me to go on disability but I need more income then that and I love traveling and finding the great deals and my travel agent always tell me i should become an agent. But I'm not sure how to get started or what I need to do

Im abundant in geography both social n physical i studied the world when i was a child those things r very nostalgic❤

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**0:00 - 0:20**: Introduction - Overview of travel agent tools and which ones can help grow a travel business effectively. **0:21 - 1:31**: Welcome and Introduction to Cindy Williams - Encouragement to like, subscribe, and engage. - Introduction to Cindy Williams, her experience, and her role as CEO of Careers on Vacation. **1:32 - 2:58**: Purpose of the Video - Explanation of the focus on essential tools for travel agents. - Discussion on the difference between necessary and optional tools. **2:58 - 3:01**: Tools Categories - Introduction to different categories of tools. **3:02 - 5:20**: Learning Tools - **Supplier Training Programs**: Free programs from travel suppliers (e.g., Princess Cruises) that help agents learn about specific products and destinations. - **Travel Agent Training Programs**: Paid programs that teach booking, marketing, selling, and customer service, such as those offered by Careers on Vacation. **5:21 - 6:39**: Operational Tools - Importance of having a CRM (Customer Relationship Management system) from day one to manage client information, preferences, and follow-ups. - Discussion on the necessity of a website to show credibility and facilitate online presence. - Automated scheduling and marketing to save time and streamline processes. - Mention of itinerary planning services and accounting tools like QuickBooks for managing business finances. **6:40 - 7:01**: Fun and Shiny Tools - Mention of fun tools like photo and video editing software, lighting presets, live streaming tools, and travel vlogging equipment. - Reminder not to be overwhelmed and to add these tools gradually as the business grows. **7:02 - 9:00**: Key Tools for Starting a Travel Business - **CRM**: Essential for managing client information and ensuring efficient communication and follow-up. - **Website**: Important for establishing an online presence and showing professionalism. - **Training Programs**: Valuable for learning how to book, market, and sell effectively, such as the Careers on Vacation program. **9:01 - 10:00**: Additional Recommendations - Automated scheduling services for managing appointments efficiently. - Emphasis on the importance of layering in tools gradually and focusing on those that save time and increase efficiency. **10:01 - 11:01**: Careers on Vacation Program - Overview of the 12-week mastermind program that includes online training, one-on-one coaching, and access to expert resources. - Invitation to apply for the program for personalized support in growing a travel business. **11:02 - End**: Closing Remarks - Encouragement to like, subscribe, and follow on social media for more content and community engagement. - Final thoughts on the importance of using tools to streamline business operations and achieve growth. ### Subtopics and Timestamps - **0:00 - 0:20**: Introduction - **0:21 - 1:31**: Welcome and Introduction to Cindy Williams - **1:32 - 2:58**: Purpose of the Video - **2:58 - 3:01**: Tools Categories - **3:02 - 5:20**: Learning Tools - Supplier Training Programs - Travel Agent Training Programs - **5:21 - 6:39**: Operational Tools - CRM - Website - Automated Scheduling and Marketing - Itinerary Planning Services - Accounting Tools - **6:40 - 7:01**: Fun and Shiny Tools - **7:02 - 9:00**: Key Tools for Starting a Travel Business - **9:01 - 10:00**: Additional Recommendations - **10:01 - 11:01**: Careers on Vacation Program - **11:02 - End**: Closing Remarks

**0:00 - 0:21**: Introduction - Overview of travel management software available to travel agents and agencies to improve client experiences. **0:21 - 0:44**: Engagement Prompt - Encouragement to like, subscribe, and ring the notification bell for more travel business tips and tricks. **0:44 - 1:31**: Meet Cindy Williams - Cindy Williams introduces herself, her travel agency, and her role as CEO of Careers on Vacation, which helps people grow their travel businesses. **1:31 - 3:00**: Self-Assessment for Travel Agents - Encourages travel agents to evaluate how they currently deliver client information and consider modernizing their methods. **3:00 - 4:14**: Evaluation Criteria - Advises agents to consider the organization, portability, and professionalism of their client information delivery methods. **4:14 - 4:39**: Introduction to Travelify - Introduction to Travelify as a preferred travel management tool over other options like Travel Joy. **4:39 - 5:12**: Travelify Background - Travelify’s transition from consumer trip planning software to a tool primarily for travel agents and agencies. **5:12 - 6:06**: Travelify Features - Highlights of Travelify’s features, including custom itineraries, app access for clients, and real-time updates. **6:06 - 6:41**: Cost of Travelify - Information on Travelify's cost: $39/month or $31/month for annual subscriptions. Special discount for Careers on Vacation graduates. **6:41 - 7:54**: Benefits of Travelify - Benefits such as streamlined operations, real-time updates, and professional appearance. Integration of proposals and trip details within the same system. **7:54 - 8:19**: Travelify Proposals - Ability to deliver proposals within Travelify and convert them to trips seamlessly. **8:19 - 9:01**: Partnership with Travelify - Mention of educational partnership with Travelify and use in the Careers on Vacation program for training travel agents. **9:01 - 10:04**: Careers on Vacation Program - Overview of the 12-week Careers on Vacation program, including access to training, experts, and support to grow travel businesses. **10:04 - 10:34**: Engagement Prompt - Reminder to like, subscribe, and follow on social media for additional content and community engagement. **10:34 - 11:08**: Closing Remarks - Cindy Williams expresses gratitude, wishes for success, and invites viewers to join the travel tribe on various social media platforms. **11:08 - End**: Outro and Additional Content Invitation - Encouragement to watch other videos for further tips on growing and scaling travel businesses.

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I would like to know some affordable leads generator companies a Disney planner can sign up for?

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i love your decor and your videos thank you for having these...im in montana, and a photographer as well... let me know if you need some stock shots :D i take them as well... youre speaking skills are great, i love how you explain things thoroughly and simply.

I'm 59 and tired of working a job that i truly hate. I've loved travel and am good at planning down to the last detail.

There really no money in this profession anymore i got out after 10 years

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Post links for podcast. I use Spotify for all my podcast

Great video. I’m not sure if Kelli’s internet was off but it was really hard to understand a lot of what she was saying and I know the info was super good.

Thank you for this information, however, for people from Latin America or Mexico at least, I guess the only option to start is to affiliate to a Host to have credentials and have access to all possible bookings. If I am part of a host agency, can I join the Wanderlust Camp? Is there a virtual Camp? Thank you! :)

Like putting a 5000 piece Lego set together without instructions 😂

Off-topic, but I’m loving the evening vibe with the warmer, darker lighting!

My wife want to become a travel agent as way to work from home. We are thinking in the beginning a contractor working on a % commission is better idea. Do you know any reputable companies that hire and certify newbies? We are afraid of being scammed

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i am new- i host retreats and want to stop renting vrbos and asking attendees to find their own flights---i would rather get the flights and the hotel rooms for them- with