Spring is right around the corner, and that means warmer temperatures, longer days, and more excuses to get out and travel! We’ve compiled 5 of our favorite Spring travel destinations. Where will your Spring take you? Sapporo, Japan Why Visit: To see the cherry blossoms, drink sake, and go sightseeing In the Springtime in Japan,…
Hans Christen Anderson once said “to travel is to live,” a quote we at Outside Agent Link wholeheartedly agree with. Traveling is one of the best ways to learn about and experience the world and all its beauty and diversity. But many people decide not to travel because they think of traveling as a group…
Working from home requires a lot of discipline because, let’s face it, there are a lot of distractions at home: dishes that need to be washed, dogs that need to be walked, kids that need to be tended to, etc. Some people can find themselves doing everything but working when they’re at home. We’ve rounded…
10. You love helping people Helping people is a wonderful benefit of becoming an independent travel agent. And you’re not only helping them save time and money, but helping them to relax and have fun. There’s nothing better! 9. You need a flexible work schedule Starting your own travel business gives you the unique…
When it comes to being a work-from-home travel agent, there are several advantages that travelers, both first-time and seasonal, will see over trying to plan a trip themselves. Aside from having a leg up on travel jargon, rules and regulations, travel agents have the added bonus of being a reliable, go-to source for nearly everything…
Not too long ago, we covered a few of the more important tips for effectively spring cleaning your home office. But we felt it necessary to point out that there’s far more than just three things that lead to a more organized office space. With that said, here are a few more items to…
There are a great deal of blogs and articles that lean one way or the other in regards to how they see telecommuting and the virtual workforce. So, to gain a better perspective on how both sides see the issue, here’s an infographic from MySammy.com that outlines both the pros and cons that can come…
With the digital age in full swing, it only makes sense that more and more companies around the world are starting to embrace the idea of remote and telecommute opportunities for current and potential employees. This change is the business infrastructure, though, has also bred a collection of myths and apprehensions about working from home.So,…
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…
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…
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