I totally left the MLM. I just could not do it any longer. The purpose for travel is to sell the travel and help your clients not sell them a business! I do not blame others for their decisions to stay in MLM; effective sales people (con artists) can make real money. I’m a Christian; I don’t want money to make me a different person. I want and will build relationships.
So what is next?
The beginnings of the Virtual Travel Assistant! There are a lot of VA’s out there that do office work and are great at it. My friend Dracy Lockett and Gazelle Simmons are both effective Virtual Assistants and they offer so much for their clients.
I want to open the doors for us that want spice in their office work to be a VTA~Virtual Travel Assistant. We are not travel agents. We are not travel agencies or host agencies, but we have the expertise to get on the horn, get online and book services for all of our new clients for a set fee..not a commission, A FEE. No, we’re not taking away anything from the Travel Agent who has gone to school for these types of services. We are personal assistant for the traveling business person, individual or family. Besides, we may need to utilize the services of the travel agent or agency in large requests.
No longer with MLM, and I am moving forward in 2009. Very positive in my goals and travel ambitions. So, when are you going to call?
Good to hear you’re ready to take your next step!
While I think it’s a great idea, I do think that business-wise (for both yourself and your client) it makes more sense to go with a host agency.
For instance, charging a fee above and beyond the price the supplier charges makes you less competitive. Naturally, you should be compensated for the services you are providing. That’s why working under a host agency would be beneficial, your commission is already rolled into the price so you are more competitive.
There are many other benefits including support, higher commissions, access to TA portals, and sales rep access for any problems that might be encountered.
While I know YTB charged an arm and a leg, I think you’ll find there are many host agencies that give you a larger commission split and charge much, much less.
Feel free to give a call 800.392.6484 or visit our website at http://www.tqagents.com— I’d be happy to talk with you more about it.
-Steph