Navigating Luxury Travel

Published: June 3, 2024, 4:08 a.m.

Episode Highlights:

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Come along for an eye-opening chat as Kelli Hayes Smith sits down with Angela Hughes, the mastermind behind Trips and Ships Luxury Travel. They dive deep into Angela's journey, from a greenhorn in the travel biz to dominating the luxury travel game.

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Key Points Covered:

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  • Coaching & Mentoring: Angela stresses how crucial it is to guide and support new agents through their career path. Coaching isn\u2019t just about giving advice; it's about nurturing growth and overcoming obstacles.

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  • The Luxury Conundrum: What screams luxury to you might not resonate with someone else. Angela breaks down this subjective concept, urging agents to understand their clients' unique definitions of luxury.

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  • High-End Sales & Profitability: Angela spills the beans on her secret recipe: selling top-notch products to boost your bank balance. Knowing your ideal client is the key to success.

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  • Navigating Mistakes: From choosing the wrong host agency to battling confidence issues, Angela and Kelli dish out advice on steering clear of common pitfalls.

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Key Takeaways:

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  • Coaching Counts: For aspiring agents, having a mentor can make all the difference in the world.

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  • Define Luxury: It's not just about fancy hotels and first-class flights; it's about understanding what luxury means to your clients.

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  • Money Talks: Selling premium experiences isn't just a treat for clients; it's a savvy move for your wallet too.

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  • Choose Wisely: Your choice of host agency can make or break your career. Invest wisely in your business for long-term success.

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  • Believe & Achieve: Confidence isn't just nice to have; it's a must-have for success in travel.

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  • Community & Connections: To attract clients, get out there! Build bridges, forge connections, and watch your client base grow.

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  • Stay Sharp: The travel industry is always changing. Keep learning, adapting, and thriving.

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Tune in for an enlightening conversation, sprinkled with invaluable insights for both budding and seasoned travel agents alike.

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Trips and Ships Luxury Travel