The Social Takeoff Podcast with Kelli Hayes Smith

Shake it Off: Travel Agents on the Rise

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Get ready to shake off the negativity and embrace the bright side as we dive into recent challenges faced by travel agents and how they're flipping the script with transparency and flair.

Chapters:

00:00 - Navigating Stormy Seas: Recent Negative Incidents Involving Travel Agents

03:18 - The Traveler's Tale: The Perception of Travel Agents as Non-Essential

08:10 - Facing the Music: Addressing Concerns and Objections in Marketing

11:09 - Content Carnival: Creating Content to Combat Negative Perceptions

13:44 - Behind the Scenes: Explaining Payment Processing, Booking, and Planning Processes

15:21 - Owner's Oasis: Addressing Concerns for Travel Agency Owners

Takeaways:

  • Riding the Wave of Transparency: Showcasing processes and value is key for travel agents.
  • Straight Talk, No Fluff: Addressing concerns head-on builds trust and loyalty.
  • Content is King: From blog posts to reels, engaging content educates and inspires.
  • Series Power: Dive deep with a series of content to combat negative perceptions.
  • Support for All: Travel agency owners with independent contractors need special attention.

    • Titles:

    • Addressing Concerns: A Guide for Travel Agency Owners
    • Flipping the Script: Creating Captivating Content for Travel Agents

      • Sound Bites:

      • "People see us as a, I don't have to have that. I can do this on my own."
      • "Understanding that some of these things are in people's minds and creating content that's going to hit those objections head-on could be really crucial."
      • "Understanding what they need to learn from it. The, now the other."


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