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• Asia: ASTA’s 2025 Travel Advisor of the Year

  FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/explorewithasia FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/travelwithasialantz Personal IG: @asiagoesplaces Biz IG: @travelproasialantz Website: www.travelwithasia.com ASTA - American Society of Travel Advisors What do Sedona pool days, a bloody house key handoff, and a sleeve of dad-joke tattoos have in common? They all belong to today’s guest, Asia Lantz, ASTA’s 2025 Travel Advisor of the Year. From waxing rooms to Liberty Travel to running her own thriving agency, Asia shares how being yourself is the best sales strategy, why MLMs are trash, and her top three no-cost tips to move your travel business forward today. Asia went from the wax industry (yep, that kind of hair removal) to Liberty Travel’s brick-and-mortar training, to GoGo Vacations’ long-haul FIT department, and finally into her own thriving independent travel business under Nexion. She’s a data girl with spreadsheets for everything, a dual-income no-kids lifestyle, and a passion for showing clients the hidden gems of Europe and Asia. Inside this candid conversation, we dive into: How Asia built her career from stylist to award-winning TA. Why being yourself is the best sales strategy in luxury travel. The power of unplugging, setting office hours, and not glorifying hustle. How Facebook groups became her best marketing tool (and booked five new clients in six months). Why she says MLMs are destroying the industry—and why advisors need to leave them yesterday. Her top three pieces of advice every TA can use today without spending a dime. If you’re a travel advisor who struggles with sales, marketing without being cringe, or just owning your authentic voice, you need this episode. Expect laughs, real talk, and some serious bestie energy. No BS Travel Advisor Podcast Travel Advisor of the Year ASTA How to become a travel advisor Independent travel agent success stories Nexion host agency review Liberty Travel training program GoGo Vacations long-haul FIT Facebook group marketing for travel advisors Luxury travel advisor tips Travel advisor authenticity MLM travel agency scam Sedona unplugged trip South Korea travel specialist Japan and Vietnam travel advisor Dual income no kids lifestyle travel Be yourself in business advice _____________________________________________________________ 🎧 PODCAST11 Exclusive OfferUse code PODCAST11 at checkout to get 11% off all 4 Signature Courses: First Class Community Facebook Group Course Propose to Close From Closed to Home Commission with a Comma Start leveling up today!

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• Chasity: How Travel Sales Is Just Like Dating

  Chasity's Website: www.luxurytravelbychasity.com Chasity's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/luxurytravelbychasity Chasity's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxurytravelbychasity/ The Travel Advisor Marcie Website: https://thetraveladvisormarcie.com/ Maximize Your Travel Advisor Business: Building a Profitable TA Career: https://www.facebook.com/groups/maximizeyourtravelagentbusiness This week on the No BS Travel Advisor Podcast, I’m hanging out with one of my closest friends, Chasity Munn, a single mom, accountant, and thriving travel advisor who has taken every one of my courses and used them to completely reshape her business. Even though we’ve never met in person, Chasity and I talk constantly about life, love, kids, and business. We even have “DoorDash dates,” where we order food and send each other voice notes while we eat. That’s the exact vibe of this episode and we hope you love it! This is just two girlfriends talking about the real life of running a travel business, with a TON of fluff! Where you can find Chasity: Inside this episode, we cover: Back-to-school chaos, single mom life, and balancing two businesses in just ~20 hours a week. How Chas went from imposter syndrome to confidently booking weddings, honeymoons, and romantic travel because she is divorced and how she overcame that. The truth about clients who don’t book: why it’s usually not personal, it’s about timing, price, or fit. Why sales is exactly like dating, from Chipotle dates to lobster dinners. The importance of responsiveness, follow-up, and setting expectations early in the proposal process. Chasity’s three free strategies any advisor can use today: Charge a fee (even a small one, it changes everything). Surround yourself with successful peers and industry knowledge (and build real relationships with BDMs). Run the numbers on your host agency commission split, you might be throwing away thousands. The reality of switching hosts: why it’s an administrative hassle, not a scary leap. How Chasity built her income to six figures while keeping time for her kids, her clients, and her life. Why you cannot run a legitimate travel business without money, travel experience, and investment in yourself. Her unpopular opinion: you can’t be effective as a travel advisor if you’re not traveling yourself to those locations (eventually). This episode blends friendship, tough love, and straight-up strategy. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can actually make money in this business without burning yourself out, or if you’ve felt guilty about leaving a client, a host, or even a past career, this conversation will change how you see your role as a travel advisor. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Connections 05:38 The Emotional Toll of Work and Community 11:03 Systems and Workflows for Efficiency 13:48 Time Management and Scheduling Strategies 16:23 The Importance of Flexibility in Work 19:17 Exploring the World of Wedding Planning 21:57 Using Technology for Wedding Coordination 24:53 The Proposal Process in Wedding Planning 27:37 Navigating Client Expectations 30:27 The Art of Proposal and Options 31:40 Building Relationships with Clients 33:05 The Journey Back to Travel Advising 47:07 Lessons from COVID and Beyond 50:44 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 51:44 Building Community and Trust in Groups 53:03 The Importance of Coaching and Mentorship 54:56 Direct Communication and Coaching Styles 56:14 Implementation and Taking Action 57:10 Setting Boundaries in Business and Dating 59:18 Recognizing Worth in Relationships and Business 01:01:17 Help and Release: Navigating Client Interactions 01:03:59 Knowing Your Value and Client Fit 01:06:05 Sales Strategies and Dating Parallels 01:10:55 Understanding Client Needs and Expectations 01:17:38 The Value of Luxury Travel 01:19:43 Closing the Deal: The Importance of Timely Communication 01:22:23 Charging Fees: A Game Changer for Travel Advisors 01:25:00 Building Relationships with BDMs 01:30:34 Understanding Commission Structures 01:33:06 Transitioning Between Host Agencies 01:38:47 The Importance of Personal Travel Experience 01:41:51 Investing in Your Travel Business How single moms can build a six-figure travel business in 20 hours a week The real reason clients ghost, and why travel advisor sales is just like dating Why you should charge planning fees (and how even $250 changes your income) Building confidence as a romance travel and destination wedding specialist The truth about switching host agencies and commission splits (70% vs. 90%) How to build relationships with BDMs and get invited on FAM trips for free Why you can’t run a travel business without money in the bank and real travel experience What most MLM “travel agents” get wrong, and how to avoid their biggest mistakes The mindset shift from hobbyist to profitable travel CEO Chasity’s three free things you can do today to grow your travel business _____________________________________________________________ 🎧 PODCAST11 Exclusive OfferUse code PODCAST11 at checkout to get 11% off all 4 Signature Courses: First Class Community Facebook Group Course Propose to Close From Closed to Home Commission with a Comma Start leveling up today!

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• Deena - From Concerned Hubby to Her Biggest Fan

  Linktree - https://linktr.ee/dschlosser Website - https://mindmytravel.ca Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/luxurytravelwithdeenagroup Private Solo Traveller's Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7791329977580482 Local Solo Traveller's Club: https://mindmytravel.ca/solotravelclubregina The Travel Advisor Marcie Website: https://thetraveladvisormarcie.com/ Maximize Your Travel Advisor Business: Building a Profitable TA Career: https://www.facebook.com/groups/maximizeyourtravelagentbusiness In this episode of the No BS Travel Advisor Podcast, I sit down with Deena Schlosser, a brand-new travel advisor, long-time paralegal, devoted caregiver, and mom who proves it’s never too late to rebuild your career and design a business that works for your life. Deena opens up about: Walking away from nearly 30 years in the legal world and starting over at age 50. Balancing caregiving, motherhood, and running a travel business without burning out. The moment she almost quit travel, and what pulled her back in. Why her host agency Trevello (https://trevello.com/) gave her the support she needed (and the shocking 85–100% commission split that changed everything). The mindset shift that turned her from a “booking engine” into a confident business owner. How calendar control (yes, it’s a real thing) saved her sanity at home and skyrocketed her client experience. She learned it all in Propose to Close™️ (https://thetraveladvisormarcie.com/propose-to-close-course)! Charging fees as a new advisor and finally attracting her ideal aligned clients. Her unpopular opinion about the travel industry that every advisor needs to hear. ✨ Plus: Deena shares 3 free things any travel advisor can do TODAY to grow their business without spending a dime. Listen in the carline, while having wine or at your desk with coffee. This is NOT to be missed. We tackle how her hubby eventually went beyond being concerned to protective AF when someone doesn't hire her. We laughed and we sympathized as we navigated this episode together. If you’ve ever wondered: “Do travel advisors even exist anymore?” “Can I really start a business in my 40s or 50s?” “How do I set boundaries with clients without losing them?” …then this episode is your permission slip to go all in. 00:00 Balancing Caregiving and Career05:33 Discovering a New Passion in Travel11:22 Support and Community in Travel16:58 The Importance of Supportive Leadership26:41 The Journey to Finding Support32:51 Building Confidence and Business Mindset37:46 Implementing Calendar Control for Balance43:11 Family Dynamics and Support in New Ventures48:54 The Importance of Mindset Shifts54:33 Charging for Your Services59:43 The Power of Consistency01:06:04 Creating Memorable Experiences 👉 Hit play now to learn how Deena went from overwhelmed caretaker to confident travel entrepreneur, and how you can do the same. Keywords: travel advisor success story, new travel agent tips, Trevello host agency review, balancing caregiving and business, travel advisor fees, how to start a travel agency, commission splits for travel advisors, calendar control travel business, women in travel industry, No BS Travel Advisor Podcast. _____________________________________________________________ 🎧 PODCAST11 Exclusive OfferUse code PODCAST11 at checkout to get 11% off all 4 Signature Courses: First Class Community Facebook Group Course Propose to Close From Closed to Home Commission with a Comma Start leveling up today!

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• DEE - Mom, Secretly Slay, Chippin’ Away

  Dee's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deebeckvacations/ Dee's Travel Leaders Profile: https://www.travelleaders.com/agent/323346 Dee's Travelmation Profile: https://www.travelmation.net/deebeck Dee's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/deebeckvacations Summary: In this episode of the No BS Travel Advisor podcast, Marcie Muensterman interviews Dee Beck, a travel advisor celebrating her first year in the industry. They discuss the challenges of balancing family life with a new career, the importance of community support, and the realities of the travel advisory business. Dee shares her journey from being a fitness instructor to becoming a travel advisor, highlighting the parallels between the two fields. The conversation also touches on the significance of social media in building a travel business and the insights gained from planning family vacations. In this conversation, Marcie Muensterman shares her journey as a travel advisor, emphasizing the importance of learning through experience, celebrating milestones, and preparing clients for international travel. She discusses the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, the value of mentorship, and actionable advice for new travel advisors. Marcie encourages taking time to build a business and highlights the significance of personal growth and understanding client needs. Takeaways: Dee Beck celebrates one year as a travel advisor. Balancing family life with a new career is challenging but rewarding. Community support is crucial for success in the travel industry. Social media plays a significant role in building a travel business. Planning family vacations can be a learning experience for travel advisors. The travel advisory business requires patience and perseverance. Earnings in the travel industry can be lower than expected. It's important to research host agencies before joining. Building a Facebook group can enhance community engagement. Success in travel advisory is a marathon, not a sprint. The importance of committing to a learning process for 30 to 60 days. Consistency in branding comes from starting and refining your approach. Celebrating small wins is crucial for motivation and confidence. Understanding industry jargon can enhance your expertise. Creating organized resources for clients can ease their travel experience. Emotional ups and downs are part of the entrepreneurial journey. Asking for help is essential when facing new challenges. Finding a mentor can significantly impact your success. Focusing on a niche allows for deeper knowledge and better service. Utilizing library resources can aid in personal and professional growth. Titles: Navigating the Travel Industry: Insights from a New Advisor Balancing Family and Career as a Travel Advisor The Journey of a Travel Advisor: Challenges and Triumphs Building a Community in the Travel Advisory Space Secrets to Success in the Travel Industry From Fitness to Travel: A Unique Career Transition Sound Bites: "Congrats girl!" "I am a podcast junkie!" "I jumped into the deep end." "Christmas is my favorite!" "It's a marathon, not a sprint." "I had over a hundred people join." "I felt really good about that." "I created a Trello board for her." "Ask for help." "Find a mentor." "Pick a niche to focus in on." "Go to your library." "You need to get started." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 02:51 Balancing Family Life and Career 06:07 The Journey to Becoming a Travel Advisor 09:00 Navigating the Challenges of a New Business 11:56 The Importance of Community and Support 14:51 Building a Successful Travel Business 18:02 The Role of Social Media in Travel Advisory 20:49 Planning Family Vacations and Experiences 24:05 Insights on the Travel Industry 26:59 The Reality of Earnings in Travel Advisory 29:50 Conclusion and Future Aspirations 34:54 Embracing the Learning Journey 39:46 Celebrating Milestones and Successes 42:33 Preparing Clients for International Travel 45:51 Navigating Emotions in Entrepreneurship 49:44 Actionable Advice for New Travel Advisors 57:35 The Importance of Taking Your Time PODCAST11 is a code to save 11% on all my Signature Courses: www.thetraveladvisormarcie.com/courses Host Agency Reviews: https://hostagencyreviews.com/ Mexperts: https://www.exploremoremexico.com/ Lori Gold IG: https://www.instagram.com/explorewithlor/ Trello Organizational Tool: www.trello.com Keywords: travel advisor success, balancing family and business, overcoming business challenges, community support for travel entrepreneurs, social media strategies for travel advisors, expert travel planning tips, travel industry insights, increasing earnings as a travel advisor, top travel advisor podcasts, entrepreneurship in the travel industry, preparing clients for travel, navigating the emotional journey of entrepreneurship, mentorship for travel advisors, niche specialization strategies, personal growth for travel professionals, scaling a profitable travel business

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• CARRIE: From Doing It All to Saying HELL NO

  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vacayswithcarrieonadventuring/ Carrie on Adventuring: https://carrieonadventuring.com/ Summary: In this episode of the No BS Travel Advisor podcast, Marcie Muensterman interviews Carrie Blackwell, a travel advisor and full-time nurse. Carrie shares her journey from limited travel experiences to becoming a travel advisor, detailing her adventures across the U.S. and her decision to pursue travel full-time. The conversation explores the challenges of navigating the travel industry, the importance of finding the right host agency, and the balance between work and personal life. Carrie also discusses overcoming imposter syndrome and the significance of focusing on what she loves in her travel business. In this conversation, Marcie Muensterman discusses her journey as a travel advisor, emphasizing the importance of specialization, networking, and building confidence. She shares insights on managing dual careers, the value of referrals, and practical advice for fellow travel advisors. The discussion also touches on the evolving role of travel advisors in the digital age, highlighting their continued relevance despite the rise of online booking platforms and AI. Takeaways: Carrie transitioned from a limited travel background to a travel advisor. She experienced a significant change in her life after meeting her adventurous husband. Traveling opened her eyes to the beauty of the world beyond her childhood experiences. Carrie decided to pursue travel full-time after a period of reflection and change. She faced challenges in the travel industry, particularly with her first host agency. Finding the right support and training is crucial for success as a travel advisor. Carrie emphasizes the importance of focusing on her passions in travel planning. She learned to balance her nursing career with her travel business. Overcoming imposter syndrome was a significant part of her journey. Carrie encourages others to find their niche and not to take on clients that don't excite them. Specializing in specific destinations can boost confidence. Networking and referrals are crucial for success. It's important to be transparent with clients about your availability. Ditching the intake form can lead to better client engagement. Finding a niche allows advisors to focus on what they love. Creating a workflow is essential for managing client relationships. Travel advisors provide valuable insights that online platforms cannot. Building relationships with clients leads to referrals and repeat business. Being honest about challenges can strengthen client trust. The travel industry is evolving, but advisors remain essential. Titles: From Nurse to Travel Advisor: Carrie's Journey Embracing Adventure: Carrie's Travel Transformation Navigating the Travel Industry: Insights from Carrie Finding Balance: Life as a Travel Advisor and Nurse Overcoming Challenges in the Travel Business The Importance of Passion in Travel Planning Sound Bites: "I just got a bam, chick-a-wow-wow promotion." "I was way too scared to move to Costa Rica." "I poured my heart into everything and planned it." "I was like, is that a thing?" "I want this to succeed." "I didn't really do my research on a host." "I hate Disney, don't like kids, don't have kids." "I felt like it gave me more confidence." "The more we give, the more we don't gatekeep." "I'm the CEO of Carry On Adventuring." "Ditch the intake form." "We are more needed now than ever." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Travel Adventures 02:27 Carrie's Journey into Travel 06:47 The Decision to Travel Full-Time 11:27 Becoming a Travel Advisor 18:24 Navigating the Travel Industry 22:04 Finding Balance in Life and Work 28:22 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 31:18 Building Confidence Through Specialization 35:25 The Power of Networking and Referrals 40:04 Navigating the Challenges of Dual Careers 47:14 Practical Advice for Travel Advisors 57:01 The Value of Travel Advisors in a Digital Age PODCAST11 is a code to save 11% on all my Signature Courses: www.thetraveladvisormarcie.com/courses Keywords: travel advisor success, from nursing to travel advisor, adventure travel tips, travel industry insights, unforgettable travel experiences, expert travel planning strategies, starting a travel agency, must-know travel tips, personal journey in travel, building confidence as a travel advisor, networking for travel professionals, generating referrals in the travel business, balancing dual careers, practical advice for travel advisors, AI in the travel industry, strengthening client relationships, mastering niche specialization in travel

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