In this episode of the 'Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust' podcast, Lindsay Dollinger provides actionable advice for women entrepreneurs and travel business owners on creating a business that supports a dream travel lifestyle. Key tips include designing a flexible business model, automating and systemizing essentials, building a support squad, letting travel fuel the brand, and setting boundaries to protect travel time. The episode emphasizes the importance of systems and automation, and encourages listeners to integrate their love for travel into their brand and business strategies. Wanna work together more? The Travel Agent Marketing Studio and the Confident and Ambitious Mastermind help entrepreneurs achieve their business and travel goals! Get more info: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com/links

00:00 Welcome to Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust

00:17 Building a Business for a Travel Lifestyle

02:14 Designing a Flexible Business Model

06:20 Automate and Systemize Essentials

09:19 Building a Support Squad

10:13 Let Travel Fuel Your Brand

11:34 Setting Boundaries to Protect Travel Time

13:29 Recap and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust podcast, host Lindsay Dollinger interviews Andrew Roed, the founder of Taxes for Travel Agents. They dive into the complexities of tax preparation and financial planning specifically for travel advisors. Andrew shares his journey into the niche, sparked by his wife's career as a travel advisor, and offers key advice for new travel advisors, including the importance of separating personal and business finances, maintaining a robust system for tracking income and expenses, and understanding quarterly taxes. The episode also explores deductible travel expenses, the IRS's perspective on business vs. hobby activities, and practical steps to avoid audit issues. Andrew also discusses various resources, including an online course, his Facebook group, and individual consultations, aimed at helping travel advisors manage their taxes effectively.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:18 Andrew's Journey into Taxes for Travel Agents

02:22 Essential Tax Tips for New Travel Advisors

04:44 Choosing the Right Bookkeeping System

07:40 Understanding Quarterly Taxes

11:30 Travel Expense Deductions

25:46 Handling Audits and Hobby vs. Business

33:09 How to Work with Andrew

36:07 Conclusion and Future Plans

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In this episode of the Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust podcast, the host dives into the powerful world of automation for travel businesses. Aimed at both new and seasoned travel advisors, the episode outlines how to set up an automated lead generation system comprised of a lead magnet, an email nurture sequence, and social media promotion. Emphasizing the importance of working smarter, not harder, the host offers valuable tips and examples for creating effective lead magnets and engaging email sequences. The episode also includes a special invitation to a four-week program, Email List Foundations, aimed at entrepreneurs wanting to build a robust lead generation system.

00:00 Introduction to Automated Lead Generation

00:48 The Power of Automation

01:55 Building Your Automated Lead Generation System

04:09 Creating an Effective Email Nurture Sequence

06:59 Promoting Your Lead Magnet on Social Media

10:10 Pinterest and Final Thoughts

12:25 Conclusion and Program Invitation

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In this episode of the Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust show, we delve into crafting an effective social media content strategy for travel advisors and entrepreneurs. Lindsay Dollinger addresses the common dilemma of drawing a blank when posting on social media and introduces a simple formula to create engaging content consistently. The episode breaks down a three-post framework that includes educational, inspirational, and connection/conversion content, offering practical tips and examples for each type. Lindsay also shares insights on content batching, performance tracking, and provides a sample content calendar to streamline posting routines. Listeners are encouraged to join the Travel Agent Marketing Studio for more resources and prompts tailored to their travel businesses.

00:00 Welcome to the Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust Show

00:19 The Content Creation Struggle

00:42 The Simple Formula for Engaging Content

01:58 Educational Content: Establishing Expertise

06:33 Inspirational and Engaging Content

08:10 Connection and Conversion Content

10:07 Implementing the Three-Post Framework

12:12 Sample Content Calendar

14:10 Conclusion and Additional Resources

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In this episode of 'Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust,' learn how to strategically leverage Instagram and Facebook to grow your travel business. Discover the importance of optimizing your profile, utilizing stories, reels, and Facebook groups, and engaging with followers to convert them into clients. The episode also covers the best types of posts, the importance of engagement over reach, and practical tips for turning followers into email subscribers. Tune in for actionable advice designed specifically for travel advisors looking to attract and retain dreamy clients online.

00:00 Introduction to Growing Your Travel Business Online

00:53 Leveraging Instagram and Facebook for Travel Leads

03:43 Optimizing Your Social Media Profiles

11:34 Effective Use of Stories, Reels, and Facebook Groups

17:00 Engagement Over Reach: Building Relationships

19:22 Creating Content That Converts

24:13 Conclusion and Next Steps

25:10 Turning Followers into Email Subscribers

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In this episode, Lindsay welcomes Justin Moore, an expert in influencer marketing and sponsorships, onto the podcast. Justin shares his journey from helping his wife's YouTube channel grow into a profitable venture, to founding an influencer marketing agency. He reveals key strategies from his book 'Sponsor Magnet,' including his ROPE pitching method, transitioning from affiliate marketing to paid sponsorships, and the importance of contracts. Justin and Lindsay dive into actionable advice for both new and seasoned creators on crafting effective pitches, pricing, and maintaining long-term brand relationships. They discuss Justin's daily routines, favorite books, and his travel bucket list, offering listeners a blend of professional insights and personal anecdotes.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:20 Justin Moore's Journey into YouTube

01:35 First Paid Collaboration

02:46 The Birth of an Influencer Marketing Agency

03:08 Introducing 'Sponsor Magnet'

04:29 The Impact of COVID and Shifting Focus

06:33 The Philosophy Behind Writing the Book

09:12 Effective Pitching Strategies

13:39 Real-Life Pitch Example

16:02 Researching Brands for Effective Pitches

20:11 Affiliate Marketing Insights

20:31 The Reality of Affiliate Marketing

21:54 Hybrid Compensation Models

23:42 Educating Brands and Creators

27:18 The Importance of Feedback

30:46 Finding Sponsors with a Small Audience

36:58 The Value of Contracts

40:13 Personal Insights and Routines

42:43 Conclusion and Contact Information

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In this episode of Passports Profits in Pixie Dust, host Lindsay Dollinger shares strategies for attracting travel clients without coming across as pushy or salesy. This installment of the lead generation series emphasizes the importance of building relationships and establishing trust. Lindsay explains why traditional sales tactics feel awkward and how travel agents can position themselves as experts in their field. She also covers the four types of content that build trust—educational, entertaining, emotional, and empowering—and the power of consistency in social media and email marketing. Additionally, Lindsay introduces the Travel Agent Marketing Studio, a resource to help travel agents streamline their marketing efforts.

00:00 Welcome to Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust

00:36 Shifting the Sales Mindset

01:51 Why Traditional Sales Tactics Fail

04:08 Building Trust with Clients

08:11 Creating Engaging Content

10:05 Consistency in Marketing

11:39 Using Lead Magnets Effectively

13:10 Transitioning from Content to Sales

14:07 The Importance of Follow-Ups

16:48 Special Offer: Travel Agent Marketing Studio

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In this episode, we delve into the number one mistake travel agents make with lead generation—relying solely on referrals and random marketing. The episode emphasizes the importance of a structured lead generation system incorporating social media, email marketing, and automation. It introduces key strategies for improving lead generation, such as using lead magnets, creating consistent content, and building connections through direct messages (DMs). Additionally, there's an upcoming free workshop on April 9th focused on effective lead generation tactics for 2025. Listeners are encouraged to take a quiz to determine their optimal lead generation strategy and to engage actively with their audience for better results.

00:00 Introduction to Lead Generation for Travel Agents

00:18 Understanding What a Lead Is

01:14 The Biggest Mistake in Lead Generation

02:55 Why Referrals Alone Aren't Enough

04:47 Building a Comprehensive Lead Generation System

07:21 The Importance of Email Marketing

10:18 Creating and Promoting Lead Magnets

14:05 Nurturing Leads and Building Connections

17:04 Homework and Upcoming Workshop

18:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Passports, Profits, and Pixie Dust podcast, host Lindsay Dallinger discusses effective planning strategies for Q2. Lindsay emphasizes the importance of retrospective analysis of Q1, setting clear goals, and understanding market trends specific to travel agents and travelpreneurs. Key points include the significance of summer and fall travel bookings, leveraging holidays like Mother's and Father's Day, financial planning, and marketing strategies. Lindsay also underscores the value of networking and continuous industry monitoring. She concludes with actionable steps to develop a flexible Q2 plan to navigate upcoming opportunities and challenges.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:15 Quarter Two Planning Overview

02:03 Analyzing Q1 Performance

03:15 Seasonal Opportunities for Travel Agents

06:14 Financial Planning and Budgeting

08:50 Marketing and Sales Strategy

10:40 Networking and Collaboration

14:43 Final Thoughts and Recap

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In this episode of the Purpose, Profits, and Pixie Dust podcast, host Lindsay interviews Dylan Jarvis, a seasoned e-commerce expert who transitioned from a corporate career to achieving over 1 million in profit on platforms like Etsy, Amazon, and Shopify. Dylan shares her journey, challenges, and strategies, including leveraging SEO, social media, and understanding consumer trends. She also discusses the importance of outsourcing, balancing personal life, and her approach to sustainable growth. Listeners will gain valuable insights on scaling an e-commerce business and making data-driven decisions.

00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction

01:02 Dylan's Journey to E-commerce Success

03:12 Scaling the Business and Team

03:54 Launching SEO Software for Etsy Sellers

04:16 Strategies for Rapid Etsy Growth

11:19 Utilizing Social Media for Business Growth

19:20 Outsourcing and Tools for Etsy Success

22:47 Exploring Market Trends and Trade Shows

23:33 Pinterest and Market Research Strategies

25:27 Forecasting Demand and Managing Inventory

27:09 Understanding Loss Leader Strategy

28:23 The Role of Ads in Business Growth

30:28 Social Media Strategies for Business

36:22 Balancing Business and Personal Life

39:30 Final Thoughts and Personal Insights

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