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MasterAdvisor 45: Making the Switch to a Home-Based Agency

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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

video content is still going to dominate so that's a really it's a plus for us in travel because we can take video on site and it's really relevant

the social media customer service is coming from social media a lot so where we used to be much more comfortable on the phone or on email our customers are coming from social

the fact that we weren't we weren't in a high foot traffic environment to begin with but it really ended up being um a fairly easy switch with a few exceptions

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Hold daily meetings to ensure accountability and measurable results for remote teams.
✓Dedicate a professional space for work at home, even if it's a converted room or with a curtain.
✓Use geo-targeting on Facebook business pages to reach local clients within a four-mile radius.
✓Compartmentalize time with office hours and communicate them clearly to clients to avoid burnout.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unexpected issues during transition — Invest in IT support and have daily meetings to ensure smooth transition.
Losing local client traffic — Use saved rent money for community events and booths to connect with people.
Maintaining professionalism without an office — Dress professionally for virtual meetings and have a dedicated workspace.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow can an advisor make the switch to a home-based agency?
QWhat are some tips for making that change?
QWhat are the big trends in social marketing for travel advisors?
QHow to fill the gap after losing walk-in traffic when moving to a home-based agency?
YouTube Video Description↓

Turning part of your home into a new office space can be a major hurdle. Over the past two years, many have been forced to transition from the traditional brick-and-mortar office to remote work. While some toil in this environment, others thrive. How can an advisor make the switch to a home-based agency? What are some tips for making that change? Join Shelby Frenette, Digital & Social Marketing Director at Travel Fun Biz as she shares her experience for travel professionals looking to make the change.