Do you Enjoy your Job?

I have been fortunate to have had some great jobs over the years. Right out of high school, I had the pleasure to work with my father as a welder. After spending almost 5 years working along with my father the plant began to downsize before relocating the operation elsewhere.

Over the years I have worked as a HVAC Technician as well as welding in a few different positions. Finally, I found my career as a firefighter and paramedic. I spent over 30 years in that career before retiring 4 years ago. Unfortunately, it was not by choice.

Not ready to slow down or stop working, I was searching for a fresh start. I was looking for an opportunity that would allow me to combine some of my skills with a passion that I’ve always had. Fortunately, I found an opportunity that would enable me to combine both my skills and passion to begin creating an income. The best part about this opportunity was that I could create my schedule, and I could work from anywhere in the world.

Becoming a travel agent is appealing for several reasons:

Passion for Travel: If you love exploring new destinations, experiencing different cultures, and helping others plan their adventures, becoming a travel agent allows you to turn a passion into a career.

Opportunity to Explore: Travel agents often receive discounted or complimentary travel perks. These “FAM Trips” allow you to explore destinations firsthand. This firsthand experience can be invaluable when advising clients.

Helping Others: Being a travel agent means assisting clients in creating memorable experiences. Whether it’s a honeymoon, a family vacation, or a solo adventure, you are given the chance to make someone’s dreams come true.

Variety and Creativity: Every client is different, and every trip is unique. As a travel agent, you get to exercise your creativity and problem-solving skills to craft customized itineraries tailored to each individual’s preferences and budget.

Flexibility: Depending on how you structure your business, becoming a travel agent will give you flexibility in working hours and locations. You could work from anywhere, set your schedule, and even specialize in types of travel or destinations.

Industry Connections: Working in the travel industry allows you to build relationships with airlines, hotels, tour operators, and other travel suppliers. These connections lead to insider knowledge, special deals, and opportunities to share savings with clients to build your reputation.

Job Stability: The travel industry may be affected by economic downturns and external factors such as natural disasters or political unrest. However, people will always want to travel. This can provide a level of stability in a career as a travel agent.

Ultimately, becoming a travel agent is a fantastic choice for those who are passionate about travel, enjoy helping others, and value the opportunity for creativity and flexibility in their work.