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151. Hot Take: Holiday Spending Trends
Consumer gift spending is dropping this holiday season…but travel spending is rising. That means your clients are ready to swap sweaters for plane tickets, and you need to know how to position yourself to capture it....
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150. What Every Advisor Needs To Know About Protecting Client Data with Kacie Darden
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One hacked email could cost your business six figures (seriously!). Kacie Darden of Blue Pineapple Travel joins this episode to talk about cybersecurity...
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149. Hot Take: Should You Bring On ICs
This week’s Hot Take comes from Niche member Megan, who’s debating a big agency growth move: bring on independent contractors or hire employees? Jennifer and Robin discuss the different aspects of both options...
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148. How A Hotel Prepares for Your Client with Candice Berger
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Boutique hotels may look effortless on the outside, but behind the scenes they run on strategy, teamwork, and a relentless eye for...
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147. Hot Take: Generating Leads When You're Not Gaining Traction
This week’s Hot Take answers a big question from Niche member Simone: how do you actually build a book of business as a travel advisor? Jennifer and Robin spill their best tips for finding your ideal audience,...
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146. Turning Theme Park Travel Into A Luxury Experience with Lauren Quirk
Get ready for a fun and inspiring conversation with Lauren Quirk, Founder of Travel With Character®! Lauren is proof that theme park travel can be just as chic, seamless, and story-driven as a luxury FIT trip. From...
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145. Hot Take: What “Luxury Travel” Really Means in 2025
“Luxury” has officially become the most overused word in travel, and in this Hot Take, Robin and Jennifer are calling it out. They break down the Virtuoso 2025 Luxe Report, which reveals that travelers are taking...
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144. How To Be A Mentor In A Competitive Industry with Rebecca Alesia
Behind every thriving travel advisor is a mentor who believed in them first. In this episode, Rebecca Alessia, owner of Wonderology Luxury Travel Experiences and a Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist for 2023...
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143. Hot Take: Low-Cost Marketing For Travel Advisors
Welcome to the new “Hot Take” series! Each Friday, Jennifer and Robin will bring you timely, bite-sized conversations designed to give travel advisors a little more insight, clarity, and connection heading into the...
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142. How To Be An Advocate For A Destination with Dr. Paige Viren
What does it really mean to advocate for the destinations you send clients to? Dr. Paige Viren, an accomplished leader in sustainable tourism, shares why sustainability goes far beyond protecting the environment. From...
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141. How To Take A Break From Your Business
Whether it’s for maternity leave, a medical emergency, or just a much-needed reset, taking a break from your business can feel overwhelming. In this highly requested episode, Robin and Jennifer share strategies to...
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140. Behind The Scenes Of A Host Agency with Keith Waldon
Ever wondered what really goes into running a high-performing host agency? Keith Walden, founder of Departure Lounge, shares how he built a values-driven agency that empowers over 320 advisors across 13 countries and...
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