3(ish) Essential Tools Home-Based Travel Agents Should Be Using

Being a travel consultant who works from home comes with its fair share of pros and cons, but one thing will always remain true; like the old adage says, “A man is only as good as the tools he uses.” A truly successful telecommuter knows that being organized and productive requires having applications and resources…

The 10 Best Travel Blogs to Follow in 2015

2015 is a year when the idea of traditional travel will be turned on its head a little. With embargo and border restrictions becoming relaxed and increased popularity of the lower-budgeted and domestic travel, agents will constantly have to stay current on ever-changing travel trends. We’ve got you covered, though. Below is a list of…

Three Sure-Fire Ways to Boost Your Social Media Presence Today

  Working for yourself means that now, more than ever, extra attention must be paid to the way potential customers see you. Your online brand is not only an extension of who you are in real life, but it also gives people a glimpse of what you can offer and moreover, how you can offer it to…

Why Be an Independent Travel Consultant?

Picture this. You’re about halfway through your cross-country trip when you land in Denver only to find bad weather greeting you. Planes have been grounded, flights have been canceled, and you are now stuck in the sea of grumpy travelers and airline representatives. You take your spot in line and listen to the passive aggression…

Working From Home Tax Write-Offs

Among the things that our agents enjoy about working from home, tax deductions are at the top of the list. According to H&R Block, over 4 million people don’t claim the tax deductions for which they’re eligible. You are able to save a lot of money by effectively writing off services and products you utilize…

Five Reasons to Quit Your Job Now

  It’s not always a popular notion to “quit.” But the fact is, there are many people who could be happier in a less restrictive work environment; there are many people who want to work for themselves and stop answering to four tiers of superiors. That’s why we think that you should quit. There’s never a better time than…

Working From Home is Important to Your Young Kids

As the back to school season kicks into high gear, countless parents are helping their kids locate that perfect first-day outfit, track down the last of their town’s “Book Sox,” and decide which unlucky parent gets to drive little Tommy from school to his friend’s houses after classes are over. No matter how stressful this…