Ep 44. From Bartending to Bucket Listing w/ Haley DeCarlo

In this episode, Haley shared her journey from being a bartender to becoming a travel advisor. She explained that the pandemic forced her to pivot and explore new opportunities. After a year of working in a restaurant during the pandemic, Haley decided to pursue a career in travel advising. She found a job through an ad on Indeed and connected with the woman who runs the travel byrds. Haley emphasized that her experience as a bartender and restaurant employee shaped her into the person she is today. She also discussed her decision to leave her bartending job after 20 years, which she plans to do this week. Travel Advisors and Human InteractionHaley and Jayme discussed the role of a travel advisor and the importance of human interaction in the industry. Haley emphasized her role in helping people create experiences they never thought possible and maintaining trust with her clients. They also discussed the challenges of navigating the internet for travel bookings and the need for a trusted advisor. Jayme expressed interest in Haley's mentorship for other female travel experts and asked about her journey to becoming a senior travel advisor. Haley's Journey as Independent ContractorJayme and Haley discussed Haley's journey as an independent contractor running her own business under another business. Haley expressed her satisfaction with the flexibility and independence, but also acknowledged the challenges, including long hours and the need for hard work. Haley shared her decision to pivot from a full-time job in accounting to bartending and eventually to a full-time career in travel. She emphasized the importance of discipline and dedication in building a successful business.Haley's Travel Experiences and Life ChangesJayme and Haley discussed their personal experiences and life transitions. Haley shared her recent trip to Italy, which she described as a dream come true, and how it marked a new chapter in her life.  Jayme expressed her admiration for Haley's travel experiences and her ability to inspire others to travel. They also discussed the idea of rebirth and starting fresh after significant life changes. Haley encouraged others to travel internationally, especially solo women, and emphasized the importance of experiencing new cultures and cities.Travel as a Valuable Life ExperienceHaley and Jayme discussed the importance of travel and experiences over material possessions. They agreed that as people shift their focus from buying stuff to experiencing life, travel becomes a significant aspect of this change. Haley shared her approach to understanding clients' preferences and budgets to tailor travel recommendations. Both agreed that this mindset shift can lead to more meaningful and memorable experiences.You can find Haley at Travel Birds here: https://travelbyrds.com/meet-the-experts/haley-decarloOr join her private travel Facebook Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12HRonV2c3y/?mibextid=wwXIfrAsk Jayme a Question here! Learn more about DayDream Summer School here: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/form/rnqsTBS5wWs65YtmIn2A