How to Become a Travel Agent (the EASY WAY)
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The creator discusses the realities of becoming a travel agent, emphasizing that it is not a quick path to wealth or an immediate way to quit a job. While the creator uses the profession to fund personal travel, they clarify that it functions best as a side hustle that can eventually transition into a full-time career with dedication. The process of becoming an agent is described as surprisingly easy, but becoming a successful one requires time and training. The creator notes that training is available online and is included in a monthly host fee of thirty dollars. A significant challenge mentioned is the ramping up period, as commissions are only earned after a client's trip has concluded. To achieve long-term success, the creator concludes that an individual must build a strong reputation and a loyal customer base through hard work and persistence.
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I took 12 cruises last year and visited 24 different countries
if anyone tries to sell you on the concept of being a travel agent as a quick road to getting rich or even being able to quit your job right away they're lying to you
it's a really great side hustle and could potentially become a great full-time career but it's not going to happen overnight
I became a travel agent just to book my own trips because I travel so much and the commission that I earned off booking my own trips more than covered my host fee
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