TIQUE Talks: The Business Podcast for Travel Advisors

Ready to keep clients coming back all year long? This Hot Take dives into one of the most overlooked revenue streams in the industry: hotel bookings. What starts as a story about a friend booking Gleneagles without looping in her travel advisor turns into a massive reminder that your clients do not automatically know to come to you for hotels. And that gap is costing advisors thousands of dollars a year with almost no lift required. From mentioning it on intake calls to promoting it consistently in newsletters and on social media, learn easy ways to bake hotel-only bookings into your process. Also learn how this service smooths out slow seasons, reduces burnout, diversifies your revenue, and strengthens client loyalty without adding hours to your workload. If you want more clients thinking of you for every trip, hit play and learn how to incorporate this profitable, low-lift revenue stream for 2026!

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Rebecca Guthrie, a tech founder who has navigated some major life pivots, joins this episode to talk about the seasons of life that force you to slow down, reevaluate, and rebuild. She introduces the idea of “unreasonable seasons” and how they are often the catalyst for your next chapter rather than a sign you are falling behind. You will hear what it actually looks like to realign instead of “quit,” how to raise your worth line, how to stop comparison from draining your confidence, and why the relationships around you matter more than you think. Rebecca also breaks down the phases of her Build Anyways framework: moving from self awareness and stillness into redefining your values, setting boundaries, rebuilding momentum, and choosing a life that aligns with who you want to become. If you have been feeling stuck, burnt out, or at a crossroads in your life or business, this episode is your reminder that your hardest seasons often point you toward your next direction, and you do not have to stay in the breakdown to move into the rebuild.

About Rebecca Guthrie:

Rebecca Guthrie is a serial entrepreneur and former tech executive who has built multi-million-dollar companies in the real estate technology space. After overcoming life-changing setbacks, including a cancer diagnosis, she turned her experience into purpose by helping high achievers rebuild and realign after major turning points in their lives and careers. Drawing from her background in leadership, strategy, and resilience, Rebecca guides others in creating a new path forward with clarity, courage, and confidence.

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If you think you can wait until January to set 2026 goals and make business tweaks, think again! This week’s Hot Take breaks down the exact December checklist every advisor should be working through before WAVE season hits and your inbox explodes. From tightening your pricing and contracts to cleaning up your workflows and giving your financials a much-needed audit, Robin and Jennifer walk you through the behind-the-scenes tune ups most advisors skip and regret later. Also, stick around until the end for details on upcoming events that will help you lock in your goals and momentum for the new year! Tune in, take notes, and (if you haven't already) join the Niche community to get the tools, templates, and support that will make 2026 your #BestYearEver.

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This episode is fuel for anyone building a travel business with big goals and even bigger grit. Katie Gibson, founder of KG Travel Co., spills the details on how she went from “considering it a side gig” to surpassing one million dollars in sales in just over a year. From setting boundaries and charging fees to investing in systems that helped her look polished from day one, Katie shares how she built her business so quickly and learned from the messy moments along the way. If you're in your first year (or honestly, your fifth), her story is a powerful reminder that confidence, systems, and belief in your value are the foundation of a scalable business. Katie’s mindset shifts, mistakes, and million-dollar lessons will leave you inspired to level up the way you show up!

About Katie Gibson:

Katie is the founder of KG Travel Co., a boutique travel design firm she launched just 15 months ago after a decade-long career in sales and leadership development. She’s built her business around a deep love of exploring the world and helping others do the same. When she’s not crafting dream itineraries, she’s a proud mom to Sam, 13, and Caroline, 12, and wife to her husband Dan of 18 years. When she’s not designing trips for clients, Katie is either happily at home or off exploring the world—there’s not much in between. Her next adventure? Southern Spain!

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This week’s Hot Take covers the always spicy topic - planning fees. During a recent presentation for the Travel Institute’s alumni week, someone asked the question: How do you introduce fees to previous clients who’ve never paid one before? This episode touches on that, but the real heart of this conversation is for advisors who are already charging fees and want to elevate the way they talk about them. Jennifer and Robin flip the script on planning fees and unpack what you’re actually promising your clients when you charge one. Because fees aren’t just good for your business model. They’re advantageous to your clients, too! If you’ve been wanting to elevate how you position your fees, this episode will help you articulate the value behind them without over-explaining or apologizing.

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TIQUE x Kha Ly: The AI Masterclass for Travel Advisors

The robots aren’t coming for your job, but the advisors who know how to use them just might! Tique Talks’ most listened-to guest, Kha Ly, is back for another mind-blowing conversation about how the smartest travel advisors are using AI to work faster, stay relevant, and reach new clients without losing their human touch. In this episode, Kha breaks down the five things every advisor should focus on right now to stay competitive: from using AI to refine your voice, to creating content that actually gets discovered, to leveraging your expertise instead of outsourcing your judgment. He explains the mindset shifts, strategies, and small but powerful tweaks that help advisors stand out in an industry where everyone’s looking for shortcuts. If you want to stay visible, get discovered by new clients, and use AI in a way that makes you truly irreplaceable, this conversation is a must-listen!

About Kha Ly:

Kha is a visionary Marketing Technologist who has spent 25 years at the forefront of digital innovation. From crafting Google's early ground-breaking AdWords campaigns to shaping Meta's advertising platform, Kha has been a driving force in digital marketing's evolution. Kha's role is set to revolutionize how travel advisors approach marketing. His expertise will empower you to navigate the ever-evolving landscape, harnessing the power of digital and AI technologies to enhance your reach and effectiveness. Join Kha to unlock the power of AI and position yourself at the cutting edge of travel marketing. Prepare to revolutionize your approach and drive growth in the digital age. 

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Feeling fried, foggy, or like your brain is running 47 tabs at once? You are definitely not the only one! In this week’s Hot Take, Robin and Jen dig into the dark side of productivity culture and why unplugging might actually be the most productive thing you do this month. From social media doomscrolling disguised as “research” to the illusion of rest that still involves your phone, they share how disconnecting can help you rediscover creativity, clarity, and your actual personality. If you have been craving space to think again, this is your reminder that white space is not wasted time. It is where your best ideas begin.

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Your logo, your name, your content…if you don’t protect it, a copycat might steal it. Zara Young, founder of boutique law firm Watson and Young, joins this episode to share what every business owner should know about protecting their brand. You’ll learn the most common IP mistakes travel advisors make, what you actually own in your business, and the simple steps to safeguard your work so you can grow with clarity and confidence. Zara also dives into the wild world of rebrands, cease and desists, and that little ™ symbol that makes your brand look instantly more legit. If you’ve poured your heart (and budget) into building your business, this episode is your legal wake-up call to protect it before someone else does.

About Zara Young:

Zara Young, Esq. brings over eight years of experience in intellectual property law and has supported more than 900 brands globally. She is the co-author of Your Intellectual Property Fortress: The Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Brand and Business From Copycats, a practical roadmap for founders to defend and elevate their brand assets. Based in New York, Zara works with ambitious female entrepreneurs to protect their brands and build meaningful businesses. She helps clients understand the real-world risks of overlooking brand protection and provides clear, actionable steps such as filing trademarks and copyrights. Zara believes the power of your brand lies not only in what you create, but in how confidently you claim and defend it.

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This week’s Hot Take is a little different. No industry headlines, no Q&A, just Robin and Jennifer walking the talk. For years, they’ve told you to refine your offers, charge your worth, and simplify your systems… so they did exactly that inside the Niche community. Hear the details on why one-size-fits-all no longer worked, what sparked the new membership tiers, and how they made the tough calls that keep Niche sustainable and seriously elevated. Some loved it, some didn’t, and that’s business, baby! 

Hit play for all the details on what’s changing, why it matters, and how this evolution is making Niche even better for everyone, from brand new advisors to the legacy members.

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You’ve nailed your Instagram content and you’re growing your email list, but when was the last time you pitched yourself to the press? Mindy Poder, Editor-in-Chief of TravelAge West, joins this episode to discuss one of the most underrated growth tools for travel advisors - press features. Building visibility, credibility, and authority in a crowded market matters now more than ever. And if you think getting featured in the press is only for big brands and influencers, think again! Mindy shares insider strategies for attracting media attention, avoiding common PR missteps, and cultivating long-term relationships with journalists. From pitching the right story angle to understanding what editors actually look for, this episode is packed with gold for any advisor ready to get their name in print and elevate their brand. If you’ve ever wondered how to stand out in the media, this conversation will leave you ready to hit “send” on that first pitch!

About Mindy Poder:

Mindy Poder is the Editor-in-Chief of TravelAge West and oversees content for the Future Leaders in Travel event. A veteran travel journalist and content strategist, her work has earned top honors from the Society of American Travel Writers, and she was recognized as Travel Journalist of the Year by the North American Travel Journalists Association. She was also named one of Folio: magazine’s “30 Under 30” for her editorial leadership and big-picture content strategy. Through her role at TravelAge West, Mindy is dedicated to empowering travel advisors with the insights and inspiration they need to grow their businesses and better serve their clients.  

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