Today, we're peeling back the curtain on the Travel Mom Squad – sharing the story of our humble beginnings, the engine that keeps our mission running, and some golden insights for those of you dreaming of starting your own venture.

Travel Mom Squad sprouted its roots back in December 2018, with Alex at the helm. Spotting a gap in the award travel community, particularly a lack of family-oriented resources and female perspectives, she set out to create a platform that addressed these voids. Fast forward, we all joined forces, pushing Travel Mom Squad from a passion to a potential business!

Running the Travel Mom Squad isn't just about sharing travel tips; it's a business sustained by affiliate links and course sales, like our Award Travel Academy.

But at the core of it all is our passion for traveling on points and the joy of helping others travel more for less. This passion is the lifeblood of our blog posts, podcast episodes, and every piece of content we create!

For those aspiring to start their own business, our journey is a true example of how you can turn your passion into a thriving business. We encourage you to learn, grow your email list, and follow your passion – it's the surest path to success.

So, are you ready for a behind-the-scenes look into the Travel Mom Squad (and maybe even find inspiration for your own entrepreneurial journey)? Hit play and join us as we explore the business side of award travel!

Here's to a journey filled with learning, growth, and unforgettable travel experiences. Happy travels in 2024!

Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad

Links For This Episode:

• Webinar: How to Get Paid to Travel Without a Big Following: https://www.macs-explore.com/alex2

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 00:00 Today's Episode, All About the Business Side of the Travel Mom Squad!

• 01:04 The Origin Story of the Travel Mom Squad

• 03:14 The Challenges and Triumphs of Starting a Business

• 04:16 The Role of Family in the Travel Mom Squad

• 06:46 The Birth of Made Possible by Points

• 10:19 The Merger of the Travel Mom Squad and Made Possible by Points

• 15:41 The Business Side of the Travel Mom Squad

• 32:04 Lessons Learned and Advice for Aspiring Business Owners

• 38:20 Final Thoughts and Motivation to Start Your Own Business!