Freedom to Take Off
In this episode I talk with two of my team members Lucy and Jo as they share how they got started with their own travel business and how they are growing it alongside a full time career and parenting, and why they're not going to stop. Mentioned in this episode: Want to learn more about starting your own travel business? Email me for a free information pack: Website: Thanks so much for tuning in to Freedom to Take Off. If you’re feeling that itch to do something for you, to travel more, and to take control of your time and income, I’m here to help. Follow the show so you never...
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Why start a Travel Business? In this episode of Freedom to Take Off, Kim interviews her friend Katherine about their journey into the travel business. They discuss how they discovered the opportunity, the importance of building a community, and the benefits of creating passive income. The conversation also touches on travel trends, the power of networking, and the diverse experiences that come with being part of this business. Both Kim and Katherine emphasise the importance of taking control of one's financial future and encourage listeners to explore opportunities that align with their...
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What does the future of my travel business look like? And how can you build one too? Welcome back to Freedom to Take Off! Over the past episodes, I’ve shared my journey, rom turning travel into a business to helping others create their own path to flexibility and independence. Today, I want to take you behind the scenes of how my business is growing and where I see it going next. If you told me years ago that I’d be leading a team of over 110 people, I wouldn’t have believed you. But here I am building something that not only fuels my passion for travel but also helps others do the same....
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Ever wondered what it’s really like to run a travel business and how it can completely transform your life? In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of what life has looked like since I started my travel business and how it’s become something so much more than just a job. It’s opened doors I never imagined possible: doors to new cities, dream hotels, unforgettable experiences, and friendships I’ll treasure forever. Over the last 18 months, I’ve booked over £100,000 in travel for clients. That number still stuns me. Not just because of the bookings but because of the lifestyle...
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Have you ever reached a point in life where you finally had time for yourself and wondered what to do with it? For me, that moment came when all three of my wonderful kids; Harry, Charlie and Molly, had grown up and flown the nest. For the first time in decades, I had space to do something just for me. What started as a simple curiosity quickly turned into a full-blown travel business, and in this first episode of Freedom to Take Off, I’m sharing the honest, behind-the-scenes story of how it all began. I’ll take you through my journey from expat life in Romania and Budapest, to returning...
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Hi, I’m Kim Cooper, and after raising three kids, moving countries, and living the expat life, I found myself with the empty nest! With my youngest off to university and my husband still flying back and forth to Budapest every week for work… it hit me. This was my time. I needed a purpose, something to fill that time which I hadnt had before and had always been so busy. I’d spent years making sure everyone else was taken care of. But what about me? That’s when I decided to give something new a go, something that let me travel, build a business, and...
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In this episode of Freedom to Take Off, Kim interviews her friend Katherine about their journey into the travel business. They discuss how they discovered the opportunity, the importance of building a community, and the benefits of creating passive income.
The conversation also touches on travel trends, the power of networking, and the diverse experiences that come with being part of this business.
Both Kim and Katherine emphasise the importance of taking control of one's financial future and encourage listeners to explore opportunities that align with their passions.
Key Takeaways:
- Catherine discovered the travel business opportunity online and jumped in.
- The journey started as a way to book personal travel efficiently.
- Creating multiple streams of income is essential for financial security.
- Building a supportive community is crucial for success in business.
- Passive income can replace traditional retirement savings.
- Traveling extensively has become more accessible and affordable post-COVID.
- The travel business allows for flexibility and fits around other jobs.
- Networking is key to building a successful business.
- Diverse experiences in travel can lead to personal growth and learning.
- Opportunities in business should be embraced without hesitation.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 Introduction to the Journey
- 03:11 Discovering the Opportunity
- 05:55 Building a Community
- 08:59 The Importance of Passive Income
- 12:04 Travel Business Insights
- 15:02 Diverse Experiences and Learning
- 17:56 Travel Trends and Future Plans
- 20:57 The Power of Networking
- 23:53 Conclusion and Reflections
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Want to learn more about starting your own travel business?
Email me for a free information pack: [email protected]
Website: www.thelatitudecollective.com
Thanks so much for tuning in to Freedom to Take Off. If you’re feeling that itch to do something for you, to travel more, and to take control of your time and income, I’m here to help.
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