Ep 52. From Stuck to Solo Female Travel Expert w/ Robin Brodsky

Robin's Journey From Real Estate to TravelIn the meeting, Robin Brodsky, a solo female travel expert and coach, shared her journey from being a real estate broker to pursuing her passion for travel. She explained that after the pandemic, she decided to follow her soul's calling and travel the world, healing from burnout. Covid-19's Impact on Real Estate CareerJayme and Robin discussed the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Robin's career as a real estate broker. Robin shared how the pandemic led to an exponential increase in work, causing scheduling nightmares and dealing with difficult clients. This led to burnout and stress, which manifested in severe stomach problems. Robin decided to take a break and close her business, realizing that she needed to prioritize her health and well-being. Jayme acknowledged the discomfort and tension that often precede personal growth and emphasized the importance of setting boundaries and taking care of oneself.Robin's Life-Changing European AdventuresJayme and Robinbrodsky shared a captivating conversation about Robin's life-changing experiences. Robin recounted her trip from Paris to Madrid, where she discovered the Basque country and had a life-changing event with a family she met. This experience led her to tweak her trip and stay longer in the Basque country. Upon returning to the US, Robin felt unhappy and decided to return to Europe for three months, traveling to ten different countries and staying in Spain as her home base. Despite signing a lease for a new apartment in Boston, Robin felt unhappy upon returning and decided to sell her apartment and move to Europe permanently.Empowering Solo Female TravelersRobin Brodsky shared her journey of creating a company to empower solo female travelers, particularly those over 40. She realized the need for such a service after numerous women asked her about her travel experiences and expressed a desire to do something similar. Robin's company offers curated travel experiences, including group activities and solo time, in places she is familiar with. She also provides travel coaching services, answering questions about travel and creating custom itineraries. The goal is to give women the confidence and safety to explore the world on their own. Jayme expressed admiration for Robin's work and the inspiration it provides for her own podcast.Solo Travel Experiences and BenefitsJayme and Robin discussed their shared passion for travel and exploration. Robin shared her experiences living in Spain and her business of creating travel itineraries for solo travelers, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and self-discovery during trips. Jayme shared her own experiences of traveling with groups and her desire to take solo trips, particularly to Ireland. Both agreed on the benefits of solo travel, such as meeting people from different cultures and having the freedom to make spontaneous decisions. They also discussed the challenges of balancing work and family life with their love for travel.Enjoy this captivating episode! You can connect with Robin here:www.allsettojet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/731521565347310/www.instagram.com/r_brodsky  Ask Jayme a Question here! Learn more about DayDream Summer School here: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/form/rnqsTBS5wWs65YtmIn2A