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Step Ten

Where can this go wrong?

Be aware of where this can go wrong, and set yourself up for success

Starting a travel business is exciting, but it’s also a challenge. And while there’s a lot of opportunity in travel, there are also a few common pitfalls that can hold people back.

We’re not sharing these to scare you. We’re sharing them so that if you do decide to start your own business, whether that’s with us, or someone else, you’re prepared, and you know how to stay on track.

After years of supporting franchisees, we’ve seen what works, and what doesn’t. The benefit of joining a franchise like ours is that you get to skip the trial and error. We’ve already made the mistakes so you don’t have to.

Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Expecting instant results – This is a business, not a quick win. Stick with it and give it time.
Not following the process – We’ve built a system that works. Don’t try to reinvent it.
Underestimating the time required – You can do this part-time, but this isn’t passive income.
Being inconsistent – Regular, focused effort wins over one-off pushes.
Failing to build rapport – People book with people. You are the difference-maker.
Giving the same response to every client – Tailor your service, listen, and adapt.
Losing confidence (or becoming overconfident) – Stay grounded, reflect, and keep learning.
Not having a plan – Without clear goals and structure, it’s easy to drift off course.

Real Talk. Real Advice.

We’re upfront about what it takes to succeed.

We won’t sell you a fantasy, because this is a real business, and it deserves a real approach.

If you understand these challenges now, you’ll be in a much stronger position to avoid them later and build something that lasts.

“After some initial research and sending off some enquiries, I actually only had one conversation on the phone and that was with Luke Western. I was prepared for the inevitable hard sell and was pleasantly surprised at the personable approach and enthusiasm he had for my own ideas and gave me plenty to think about in developing them into a reality. There was no pressure to sign up, if anything it was the other way around, providing you all with the insights and information to make an informed and confident decision”

Andrea, Colubris Travel

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