A couple of years into building my travel business, I hit the point where demand for trips exceeded my capacity, but not in the way I had expected. It wasn’t the high-end luxury trips that took most of my time but the smaller, less lucrative ones. I realized I was allowing myself to be weighed… Read More >
One of the most positive, freeing, and considerate words in the English language is “no.” And yes, you read that correctly! Learning to say no is one of the best gifts you can give yourself and your business. Saying “yes” to the wrong clients takes an emotional and financial toll, while saying “no” frees your… Read More >
You have “un-booked” virtually every trip on your departure list. You have reviewed and revised your Terms & Conditions until your eyes have crossed. You could write a best seller on travel insurance. And if you have to answer “do you know when I am going to get my refund?” one more time you may… Read More >
Brownell CEO & President Troy Haas shares why it is important to take time for yourself to stop, be still, and breathe.
Orlando may be home to the “Most Magical Place on Earth”, but this year it was also home to the best company meeting on earth – the 2018 Brownell Academy. Brownell Academy is our annual company meeting where our Independent Advisors, in-house advisors, support team, and top supplier partners come together for a few days… Read More >
Brownell has many industry alliances that allow our Independent Advisors to access client perks, exclusive travel opportunities, and special training sessions – one of these is Virtuoso. Through Brownell’s membership in Virtuoso, our Independent Advisors are privy to exclusive perks for clients, have direct contacts at the world’s best hotels and resorts, cruise lines,… Read More >
Brownell’s Vice President of Talent Development Kerry Dyer gives an inside look at Brownell Academy. No, I am not writing to tell you about the latest and greatest mutual fund or IPO to watch. I am writing to share my experience attending Brownell Academy, our annual meeting with the entire Brownell community. Attendees include all… Read More >
How do you become a better travel advisor? Experience, training, and educational travel. While gaining experience takes time, you can take your travel education into your own hands and expand your knowledge base. One of the very best ways to truly educate yourself about a destination, hotel, cruise line, etc. is to experience it first… Read More >
When you’re new to the travel industry, there is a lot to learn. From navigating Brownell’s robust database (an incredible resource with decades of information!) to Virtuoso and the many preferred partner programs to the lingo (IATA, CLIA…just to name a few), it can be downright overwhelming (learn about how a host agency can help… Read More >
We just returned from our 10th annual company meeting, known as the Brownell Academy. Our Independent Advisors come together with the entire Brownell team plus many of our travel partners for a few days of learning, networking, and fun. The meeting started with a dedicated Independent Advisor session with Q&As forums and trainings. Next, the… Read More >
Why choose Brownell when you could choose an agency with a 100% commission rebate model? Well, that model seems great on the surface, but it takes more to truly build a successful business and Brownell offers so much more! In the Brownell Hosting Program, we offer accounting, marketing, operations, and tech support in-house. And don’t… Read More >
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