Unplug In Paradise: The Podcast

[VIDEO EPISODE] In this episode, podcast host, Stephanie Myers interviews Nicole O'Sullivan from Birds Eye View Consulting, a veteran in the travel industry. Nicole shares her journey in the industry, from her early travels to working in a travel agency and eventually moving to the United States. She talks about the importance of building connections with customers and providing personalised service. Nicole also discusses the challenges of the digital age and the need for travel agents to adapt and stand out in the industry. The conversation explores the importance of vetting referrals, knowing when to pass them on to someone else and emphasises the need to have a network of supportive people in the industry and the importance of setting boundaries. We also compare the travel industry in Australia and the United States, highlighting the adventurous spirit of Australians and the emphasis on destination knowledge. We are thrilled to be hosting Nicole O'Sullivan at this years Travel Trend Summit on the Gold Coast 2024. If you want to learn more or to grab your tickets, head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend Tickets are strictly limited. See you there! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

In this episode, Stephanie Myers discusses the importance of making investments in ourselves and our travel businesses. She highlights the negative effects of not honouring ourselves and the slippery slope of giving away personal power. Stephanie emphasises the need to back ourselves and build confidence, and she explores the nature vs. nurture aspect of confidence. She also provides insights into choosing the right investments and the value of investing in growth and transformation. Stephanie shares personal benefits of investing in ourselves and the opportunities and connections that can arise from it. I also dive into the reasons why investing in yourself is more than just a nuance when running a business - it's a necessity. To learn more about our upcoming Travel Trend Summit event on the Gold Coast in May 2024, please head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to grab your tickets now. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

[VIDEO EPISODE] In this episode, Stephanie Myers discusses the concept of tall poppy syndrome (TPS) and its impact on business owners, particularly in the travel industry. She shares her personal experiences with TPS and highlights the subtle signs to look out for, such as frequent undermining, lack of genuine support, and negative criticism. Stephanie emphasizes the importance of handling TPS situations with grace, professionalism, and self-respect. She provides tips on when to ignore TPS comments and when to respond, encouraging business owners to stay focused on their goals and values. Are you a digitally savvy or aspiring travel business owner wanting to shake things up in 2024? Then you need to join us for the Travel Trend Summit on the Gold Coast in May. Travel Trend is the ultimate ONE-DAY live event that is hellbent on bridging the gap between our travel business owners and their untapped potential of successfully having a stand out travel brand and digital influence in the online world. Want more? Head to stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend and grab your tickets now, trust me, this is not an event you want to miss. Be quick, spots are strictly limited. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

Join host Stephanie Myers as we take a tour through the friend & foe flower patch and pick out the ones who are actively going to help us grow, advance and excel in our business and who will cheer you on no matter what. Community is so important when it comes to being a solopreneur and we often spend so much time convincing in our inner circles just how good we are at our jobs right? Only for them to totally ghost us and turn their backs when we need the support the most. If this sounds like something you've (sadly) experienced before in your travel business journey, this is the perfect episode for you. Want to build an irresistible online personal brand and digital influence in 2024? Get instant access to our free travel agent training where we uncover the 3 biggest mistakes we make in our industry when it comes to standing out in the digital space. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

Join podcast host, Stephanie Myers to chat about how the travel industry is at a crossroads, and the path to success lies in embracing the digital era and prioritising authenticity. Because, if you're a travel business owner and you're neglecting your online presence and relying on outdated marketing strategies, you are only hindering your business growth and nothing more. In a world where travellers seek unique and personalised experiences, travel advisors who build a strong online presence and present their true selves will thrive. It's time for the travel industry to evolve, adapt, and flourish in the online world. Check out the free travel agent training to build your online personal brand and skyrocket your travel business, head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/masterclass and let's do this together! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

Join Steph and extra special guest, Anna Shannon from Travel Agent Finder, as we debrief the incredible magic that we all created at the Travel Trend Summit 2023 on the Gold Coast in May and find out about what's coming next for our industry. We're talking professional development, investing in tailored learning programs, events, mentorships and online platforms to grow your travel business into the digital era. [FREE MASTERCLASS] Thursday 8th June I have a FREE LIVE masterclass which I show you exactly how to Create an irresistible Personal Brand That Skyrockets Your Travel Business and Positions YOU as the Authority in Your Niche - and I would love to invite you along - it's going to be a lot of FUN and a super exclusive interactive session with a Q&A and chance to WIN a spot inside of my mini course, My Social Suitcase, just for participating and showing you’re committed to the next level in your travel business. This will also be your chance to join our mid-year cohort of Travel Agent Runway for 2023 and get your head start on thinking like a true entrepreneur, solidifying your digital marketing strategy and online presence. To register for the FREE LIVE Masterclass, head over to stephaniemyers.academy/masterclass and secure your spot now. See you there! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

[VIDEO EPISODE - Watch on Spotify] Join host Stephanie Myers as we are joined by Rebecca Flint, a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for design and branding. With over 20 years of experience owning small businesses in both design and fitness industries, she has a wealth of knowledge to offer. As a former Senior Community Manager at Canva and a brand design coach at rebeccaflint.com, she helps founders, entrepreneurs, and creators build visually impactful and authoritative brand identities that drive revenue and establish their presence in their niche markets. As a Canva Verified Expert and Creator, Rebecca leverages her expertise to enhance the impact of her clients' digital marketing assets. We are honoured to have Rebecca joining us on stage at the inaugural Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast in May 2023. Want the details? Head to ⁠https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend⁠ to check out our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia on the 19th MAY 2023. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

[VIDEO EPISODE - Watch on Spotify] Join host Stephanie Myers & Mike Rubio from the Canva Talent Acquisition Team in episode #63 on the Unplug In Paradise podcast, as we chat about all things Canva, Video, AI, Social Media, Content Creation and discuss the challenges of being a business owner and what is truly going to help you stand out in the digital era. Mike is also joining us as an expert speaker at our Travel Trend Summit happening on the Gold Coast on Friday 19th May 2023. Want more? Head to ⁠https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend⁠ to join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia on the 19th MAY 2023. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

It's easy to get lost in the small things we do in our travel business, that we totally forget about sharing the good things that happen. Join our host, Stephanie Myers to honour the power of small wins and her 5 reasons why celebrating the positive moments in business and sharing them online to your travel community is actually a good thing. Want more? Head to ⁠https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend⁠ to join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia on the 19th MAY 2023. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

Do you find yourself waiting for the perfect moment to take action in your business? Maybe you're waiting until you have more money, more time, or more resources. But the truth is, there's never a perfect time to start. Waiting for the perfect conditions can actually be detrimental to your success. Join hostess, Stephanie Myers on this quick snappy episode on what to do instead of playing the never-ending waiting game before you take action. Want more? Head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia in MAY. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

Join host as she welcomes her identical twin sister, Jade Myers, onto the show. Tune in as they both share their unique journey not only growing up together as twins, but how they identified themselves (and eachother) as a way to connect with family, employers and people in the community. A highly exclusive episode, not to be missed. Want more? Head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia in MAY. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

Join our host, Stephanie Myers, as we chat about the 4 biggest vitals to creating a cohesive and happy-driven travel business. If you're looking at bringing in more fun, happiness and high-energy into your business after feeling stuck, sad and lost for a time, this is the perfect episode for you! Want more? Head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to join us at our live-event, the Travel Trend Summit here on the Gold Coast, Australia in MAY. Grab your tickets now as this is a must-attend event, not to be missed! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

Join Steph & special guest Kate Nutt, branding photographer with over 20+ years in the creative industry. Today we're chatting about all the things from confidence to purpose, from branding photography to collaborations, from Instagram filters, selfies Vs hero marketing images for your business - and literally everything in between. Kate is also joining us on stage at our Travel Trend Summit event on the Gold Coast in May 2023, so be sure to head to https://stephaniemyers.academy/traveltrend to check out the event details and grab your ticket. We hope you enjoy the episode and would love to hear what your biggest takeaways were from our chat. Want more? Head over to Instagram and hang out with Kate @katenuttphotography online. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

2023 is officially here and we are kicking off the year with something totally EPIC for you! Tune in to find out what the big news is about and I look forward to celebrating a brand new year with fresh BIG energy and inspiring you to take new action for yourself and your travel business. Tune in with your host, Stephanie Myers, and looking forward to hearing about your big goals you want to cross off you to-do list in 2023. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

The travel industry is very much in damage control - travel agents, suppliers and its representatives, are in a post traumatic growth period and nearing complete burn-out. Especially, when it comes to serving their clients, juggling expectations, but also attempting to honour themselves as businesses who have had it tough amongst other industries. Joining us on the show is Australian business woman, entrepreneur and high-performance business consultant, Leanne Hughes, who shines a light on the importance of building evangelism for your travel business and shares her own experiences as an avid traveller and travel consumer, of the opportunities we can harness right now to enhance our client interactions moving forward into the new travel movement. Head to travelbystephanie.com.au/56 for the show-notes. If you don’t yet have a digital marketing strategy in your travel business and wondering where to start, head over to the My Social Suitcase link in the show notes, which is my one-stop shop to getting your name up in light in the digital world and create an epic social media content strategy, packed with 'ready-to-go' templates that do all of the heavy lifting for you, so that you can grow your travel business and onboard brand new clients in just 7 days. Head to stephaniemyers.academy/my-social-suitcase to get yours now! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

If you have ever wondered what life would be like as a digital nomad working and living overseas all while creating killer travel content and being paid to explore and document your experiences, join in the conversation with host, Stephanie Myers, joined by fellow content creator, Dana Brown of Wild Hearted World as we catch a glimpse of life as a digital nomad and chat over the logistics behind creating travel content that's engaging and serves your online community. Head to travelbystephanie.com.au/55 for the show notes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

Join us as we chat to our special guest, Jade Coulcher, from Shadow Kissed Travel on how she managed to fast-track and relaunch her travel business, become Australia's #1 Pop Culture Travel Specialist and do all of this while working a full time job outside of the industry. What is her secret? Tune in to find out - head over to travelbystephanie.com.au/54 for the show notes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

If you’re a travel business owner, who constantly wonders just how much 'me' needs to go into my content strategy, without it feeling like 'Egocentric City' and if you’re chasing consistency on how you show up and find yourself questioning whether you've hit the sweet spot, this is the perfect episode for you! For more, check out the show notes https://travelbystephanie.com.au/53 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

If you’re a travel agent who struggles with the tech side of your business and unsure which way is up when it comes to your digital marketing strategy - I have got news for you! You are not alone in this, in fact, this episode is packed full of perspective from loads of travel agent business owners who share their experiences with exactly this. But, what I can tell you is that you actually don’t have to be a tech genius to have a killer digital marketing strategy for your travel business. Join hostess, Stephanie Myers, and check out the latest show notes over at travelbystephanie.com.au/52 to learn more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message

If starting a YouTube channel has always been on the radar for your travel business but you’re never sure if you can actually pull it off, join us while we go behind the scenes with fellow travel agent and YouTuber, Adrian Tassone, from the highly successful YouTube channel - The Cruise & Travel Guy. To find out more, head to travelbystephanie.com.au/51 for all the show notes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unplug-in-paradise/message