Hey Travelpreneur!: travel marketing for Travel Agents

Hey Travelpreneur!: travel marketing for Travel Agents

Hosted by industry expert, Nicole Barrett, it is sure to be your go-to for real-world travel marketing tips and strategies to help you create the wildly successful travel business you dream of! Hey Travelpreneur! covers all things travel marketing related; including starting and growing a travel business, up-leveling your current travel business, expert guest interviews, current trends in travel, and so much more!

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Recent Podcasts from Hey Travelpreneur!: travel marketing for Travel Agents

Starting a Travel Business During a Pandemic with Yvonne Sala
July 11th, 2021 | Length 00:29:53

Yvonne Sala of Travels By Yvonne started her travel business right before the pandemic hit in 2020. Needless to say, it has not been the easiest year or so. Yvonne shares her story and the changes and updates she made to her business processes, marketing, and professional development.…
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The 5 Ps of Personal Branding, with Marielle Legair
June 13th, 2021 | Length 00:45:11

Marielle Legair, Publicity and Personal Branding Trainer and Founder of Women Who Influence share with us her 5 Ps for personal branding and how you can use LinkedIn as a resource to grow your personal brand and connect with your clients. You can find Marielle and Women Who Influence on Instagram:…
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5 Ways to Ignite Your Lead Generation Process
May 28th, 2021 | Length 00:28:21

Your lead generation process (and your entire funnel) is the most important part of your business. With no incoming leads, there are no new clients. In this episode, I share with you some steps you can take to start to ignite or freshen up your lead generation process.…
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Caribbean and Cruise Travel Today with Brian Major
May 3rd, 2021 | Length 00:38:38

I am really excited to bring you this episode of the podcast where I talk with Travel Journalist Brian Major about Caribbean and cruise travel, and what that looks like for Travel Agents and consumers today. Brian and I also discuss some shared Caribbean experiences and paid our personal tribute to…
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How to Empower Yourself and Your Business with Marsha-Ann Brown
April 26th, 2021 | Length 00:43:52

In this episode of the podcast, I speak with my dear friend and former colleague Marsha-Ann Brown. Many of you may know Marsha-Ann in her role as Director of Weddings and Romance at Sandals and Beaches Resorts. Marsha-Ann is also a Transformation Coach who empowers women to shift their mindset…
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A Candid Conversation on Travel & Diversity in Travel with Margie Jordan
April 10th, 2021 | Length 00:40:53

If you are up for a candid conversation on what Travel Agents are doing now in their businesses as well as diversity in travel and what that means to us, then this episode with Margie Jordan, Vice President, TRUE Network at CCRA is for you. I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with…
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A Candid Conversation on Travel & Diversity in Travel with Margie Jordan
April 26th, 2021 | Length 00:40:53

If you are up for a candid conversation on what Travel Agents are doing now in their businesses as well as diversity in travel and what that means to us, then this episode with Margie Jordan, Vice President, TRUE Network at CCRA is for you. I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with…
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Part II: Travel Advisors Share One Thing They are Doing Differently Moving Forward
April 2nd, 2021 | Length 01:01:08

In Part II of what travel agents are doing differently in their business episodes, I talk with a few more Travel Advisors who share some great gems and tips on how they are moving forward in this new travel era. The conversations have been fantastic!  This is Part II of a…
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Travel Advisors Share One Thing They are Doing Differently Moving Forward: Part I
March 30th, 2021 | Length 00:51:41

In this episode, I talk with a few Travel Advisors as they share one thing they will be doing differently in their businesses moving forward. It's been a crazy and eventful past year in travel, but there are so many great opportunities moving forward. This is Part I of a two-part…
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Part I: Travel Advisors Share One Thing They are Doing Differently Moving Forward
March 26th, 2021 | Length 00:51:41

In this episode, I talk with a few Travel Advisors as they share one thing they will be doing differently in their businesses moving forward. It's been a crazy and eventful past year in travel, but there are so many great opportunities moving forward. This is Part I of a two-part…
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Tips to Improve Your Website with Shannon DeSouza
March 19th, 2021 | Length 00:38:46

Hey friends! I am so excited to bring you this episode of the podcast where I talk with my dear friend and fellow Entrepreneur Shannon DeSouza about the importance of your website and some simple steps you can take to improve it. Shannon and I discuss the importance of your digital…
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How to Use Clubhouse to Grow Your Audience
March 12th, 2021 | Length 00:26:11

Clubhouse is a new and popular audio-only platform that is giving us an opportunity to grow our audiences in a different way. In this episode, I break down the strategies you need to make Clubhouse work for you and to use it as a platform to grow and connect with an…
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Get Your Messaging on Point
March 5th, 2021 | Length 00:22:17

Your messaging is key! Whether it is your website, social media, email, podcast, or in your conversations, it is important that your audience understands who you are, what you do, who you do it for, that you understand their exact challenges, and the solutions you bring to the table. In this…
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So, You Want to Start a Travel Podcast, with Megan Chapa
February 27th, 2021 | Length 00:50:53

So, you want to start a travel podcast? In this episode, I sit down and have a candid conversation with travel industry veteran Podcaster Megan Chapa on what travel pros need to consider before they start a podcast. Podcasting is a great and accessible way to reach an audience who is…
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How to Launch a Group Trip with Stuart Cohen
February 12th, 2021 | Length 00:47:50

In this episode, we are welcoming back Stuart Cohen to talk about how to launch a group trip the right way. Stuart runs a Bootcamp that focuses on booking groups. During both of our experiences with how group bookings are made and promoted, we wanted to highlight some of the opportunities…
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Understanding Your Client Journey
February 5th, 2021 | Length 00:21:13

Let's talk about your customer journey and what this means to your business. It is time to stop throwing spaghetti at a wall and hoping it will stick. We are putting a lot of marketing efforts out there and because of that, we have to understand how our clients are finding…
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Understanding the List Building Process
January 29th, 2021 | Length 00:15:46

Let's talk about what the list building process means and how you can make it work for you. I talk about what you need to get started, where you want to be and the success path you need in order to grow your email list and/or grow your audience. Let's connect on…
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Travel Agent Success Stories with Cheryl Rosen
January 22nd, 2021 | Length 00:30:39

It's been a year of changes and uncertainty in the travel industry. We all know that. However, it is also important to highlight some of the success stories some Travel Agents have had over the past year. We are a resilient and creative group of people who are passionate about what…
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Sales Strategies for Travel Entrepreneurs with Mike Marchev
January 15th, 2021 | Length 01:00:59

We continue to kick off the new year with this value-filled episode with my guest Mike Marchev. Mike is the Host of the podcast Mike'd Up Marchev and the Author of the book Become the Exception. Mike has been presenting motivational sales and marketing programs to travel pros for decades. He…
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The Power of Group Travel with Stuart Cohen
January 7th, 2021 | Length 00:57:21

In my first interview of 2021, I talk with Stuart Cohen. Stuart is a Motivational Speaker with an extensive career in travel and hospitality. He's worked for and with some amazing companies in the travel and hospitality industry. Stuart and I share some thoughts and ideas on how Travel Agents can…
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Autism Travel with Dina Farmer
December 19th, 2020 | Length 00:28:41

In this very spontaneous and fun episode, I talk with Dina Farmer of Lily and Magnolia Travel and the Special Needs Podcast about some of the questions Travel Agents may want to ask suppliers and accommodations before they book clients with autism. We also cover some of the certifications available for…
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How to Maximize Your Fam Trips with Theresa Chu-Bermudez
December 4th, 2020 | Length 00:49:18

I am so excited to talk to Theresa Chu-Bermudez of Fam with Intention and Get Out Custom Travels on how to maximize your time and potential on fam trips. Let's face it, fam trips are a great way to get out and see the product, but knowing how to properly market…
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Creating an Online Community of Your Ideal Clients, with Kelly Fontenelle
November 6th, 2020 | Length 00:23:49

Have you ever considered having an online community of your ideal clients? In this episode, I talk with Kelly Fontenelle of TASC (Travel Agents Selling The Caribbean). We talk about the importance of community, how to start, grow, and engage a community that looks forward to hearing from you and who…
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Storytelling in Email & Social Media with Rachel Leslie
October 17th, 2020 | Length 00:36:58

Are you using stories in your email marketing and social media? Instead of being overwhelmed at the thought of selling, use stories in your marketing and let the story do the selling for you. In this episode I have the most awesome chat with Rachel Leslie, Copywriter and Marketer who has…
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How to Host a Virtual Event
October 10th, 2020 | Length 00:19:37

We are heading for a world of more (and improved) virtual events. Are you ready? In this episode I share some tips and tools you need to carve out a space for you and your brand in the virtual event space. I share with you what to do from start to…
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Show up Now, Sell Later
September 30th, 2020 | Length 00:17:36

Happy International Podcast Day! Here is a quick bonus episode for you on how to show up now during a time when you are unable (or don't want) to sell or promote, in order to be ready for when the time comes. Follow me on Instagram: @nicolesbarrett (www.instagram.com/nicolesbarrett) Follow the podcast on…
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The future of Caribbean travel with Melissa Noel
September 25th, 2020 | Length 01:08:52

My guest in this episode is award winning Journalist and Content Creator, Melissa Noel. Melissa's stories have been featured in the United States and the Caribbean via One Caribbean Television, CBS News USVI and ABC News USVI. She is also a contributing reporter to Huffpost.com and Essence.com. Her work has been featured…
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Getting Clear on Your Ideal Client
September 11th, 2020 | Length 00:12:05

You may have already imagined who your ideal client is, their age, income, sex, etc., but have you done the deep work to get even more laser clear on the kind of client you want to attract and engage with? We know it is important, but we sometimes fail to go…
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How to Use Social Media to Grow Your Email List
September 10th, 2020 | Length 00:14:28

Growing your email list is key to a sustainable business. While social media is also key, in this episode I share some tips and strategies to help you use your social media platforms to help drive your ideal clients to your email list. Follow me on Instagram: @nicolesbarrett (www.instagram.com/nicolesbarrett) Get the…
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Getting into a Content Rhythm, with Sherryann Charlton
September 10th, 2020 | Length 00:45:12

In this episode of the Hey Travelpreneur! podcast, I have a lively conversation with Sherryann Charlton of Sherry Destinations. I talk with Sherryann about her journey in social media marketing and email marketing and what it took for her to get to a level where she feels like she is showing…
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Nicole Barrett: Meet The Podcasters | Travmarket Media Network
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:04:50

Meet the Podcasters: Nicole Barrett I started the Hey Travelpreneur! podcast for many reasons. One of which was to be the go-to for simple and relevant marketing tips & strategies for Travel Entrepreneurs to help them create a thriving travel business and personal brand. The other reason was to have an outlet…
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Organizing Your Client Booking Experience, with Korrine Johnson
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:43:17

In this Episode I have a great chat with Korrine Johnson of Travel Biz Boss on your client booking experience: how to organize your emails, your systems and processes, and how to create core pillar themes. Korrine and I also touched on the Client Attraction Challenge. This free 5-Day challenge will…
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Set Your Goals & Nail Your Niche
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:40:38

In this episode I talk with Kate Thomas of Travel Pro Theory and North & Leisure about what it really takes to nail your niche and the importance of setting goals.   Join us for the Client Attraction Challenge Here: bit.ly/taclientattraction   Find Kate here: Instagram: @travelprotheory and @northandleisure…
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Set Your Goals & Nail Your Niche, with Kate Thomas
September 15th, 2020 | Length 00:40:38

In this episode I talk with Kate Thomas of Travel Pro Theory and North & Leisure about what it really takes to nail your niche and the importance of setting goals.   Join us for the Client Attraction Challenge Here: bit.ly/taclientattraction   Find Kate here: Instagram: @travelprotheory and @northandleisure…
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Set Your Goals & Nail Your Niche, with Kate Thomas
September 28th, 2020 | Length 00:40:38

In this episode I talk with Kate Thomas of Travel Pro Theory and North & Leisure about what it really takes to nail your niche and the importance of setting goals. Join us for the Client Attraction Challenge Here: bit.ly/taclientattraction Find Kate here: Instagram: @travelprotheory and @northandleisure Get more info on The Travelpreneur Academy here: Website: 
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Strategies For Showing up to Attract Your Ideal Client with Nikita Brown
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:46:16

This episode is all about showing up authentically and with proven strategies that will allow you to attract your ideal client. Nikita Brown of the Travel Agent Collective and I talk about to promote your lead magnets, your personal brand, and how to communicate in direct messages. We also share…
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Niching Down & How Your Clients Find You, with Megan Chapa
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:43:17

A conversation with Travel Agent and Podcaster Megan Chapa on how niching down has worked for her and other Travel Agents. We also discuss how your ideal clients search for your services and how to position your business and services to be found. Find Megan here: On Instagram: @travelradiopodcast Website:…
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Niching Down & How Your Clients Find You, with Megan Chapa
September 15th, 2020 | Length 00:43:17

A conversation with Travel Agent and Podcaster Megan Chapa on how niching down has worked for her and other Travel Agents. We also discuss how your ideal clients search for your services and how to position your business and services to be found. Find Megan here: On Instagram: @travelradiopodcast Website: www.travelradioonline.com This episode…
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Simple marketing tweaks for big impact with Vicki Sneed
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:42:06

In this episode, I talk with Vicki Sneed of Vicki's Travel Designs. We talk about her recent marketing challenges and some simple tweaks and additions she made that created big results. This was a video call that was streamed live to Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/travelmarketingwithnicolebarrett  Join me in that group for…
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Your Social Media Strategy, with Rissie Demeritte
September 10th, 2020 | Length 01:06:22

In this fun and insightful conversation with Rissie Demeritte, we talk about our own social media journeys as well as tools and apps we use. Grab your pen and paper and prepare to take notes. Find Rissie on Instagram: @rissiealexia Follow me on Instagram: @nicolesbarrett…
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Making The Most of Industry Events with Richard Moss Part II
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:39:48

I continue my conversation with Richard Moss on how to make the most of attending industry events. Here we pick up the convo on what to do after the event. Brought to you by the new Membership Academy: www.thetravelpreneuracademy.com…
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Making The Most of Industry Events with Richard Moss Part I
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:32:15

How do you make the most of attending an event while you are there and after you have left? What are the best tips and strategies while working with suppliers and industry partners? I cover all of those topics and more in my conversation with Richard Moss of the St.…
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Play a Bigger Social Media Game
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:19:14

The steps you need to take to play a bigger social media game. This episode is brought to you by the Social Jam Academy - https://espyglobal.teachable.com/p/social-jam-academy Follow Nicole on Instagram - www.instagram.com/nicolesbarrett…
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Storytelling in Your Business with Catherine Storing
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:46:16

In my conversation with best selling Author Catherine Storing, we talk about the art of Storytelling in your business and how you can use more of you and your personality to attract, engage, and convert more clients.  You can find Catherine here: Website: www.catherinestoring.com Instagram: @catherinestoring Don't forget to subscribe…
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What's Next For The Hey Travelpreneur! Podcast?
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:04:02

What's next for the Hey Travelpreneur! Podcast? An update for you.…
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Content Planning in 2019
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:15:54

Tips on planning your travel content for 2019: Simple and actionable strategies on how to plan to connect with, and convert your ideal clients. Please share and rate this podcast. Email Nicole at nicole@espyglobal.com …
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How to Prospect Your Email Leads
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:13:40

How do you prospect a lead? In this episode we go over the three categories/types of leads: hot, warm and cold leads. We discuss how to gently guide leads from one category to the next and what marketing tactics to use at each stage. Continue the conversation on facebook…
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Email List Building Tips
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:13:38

Email list building tips to help you get some consistent and sustainable leads. We discuss how to use lead magnets to generate leads and what to do after you have obtained an email lead. Episode notes: - Email Nicole: nicole@espyglobal.com - Get Nicole's Email List Building Tools and Resources: https://bit.ly/2OhSwp9…
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Word of Mouth Marketing
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:12:55

In this episode we talk about Word of Mouth Marketing - specifically Talk Triggers: why it is still important in today's marketing & how to create one for you & your business. Episode notes: - Book: Talk Triggers by Jay Baer https://amzn.to/2SADKgS - Email Nicole: Nicole@espyglobal.com - Show info:…
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Pilot - Welcome!
August 24th, 2020 | Length 00:03:17

Welcome to the first episode of Hey Travelpreneur!, a podcast by Nicole Barrett. Your go-to for modern and real-world travel marketing tips and strategies to help you design and love the travel business you have always dreamed of. …
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Hey Travelpreneur!: travel marketing for Travel Agents

Nicole Barrett

Nicole Barrett


Nicole is the Founder of The Travelpreneur Academy and Espy Global. The Travelpreneur Academy helps Travel Agents attract, engage, and book their ideal clients using today’s marketing practices through an online learning academy, live online trainings, and in person implementation workshops and retreats. Espy Global is a representation firm with…

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