You guys…
I am so excited because this week, we are…
WOOHOO!!!!!
My travel agency has had a banner year! I set a very high goal for us at the beginning of January which we CRUSHED, so today, I’m taking them all on vacation 🙂 .
To top it all off, on Thursday, we were recognized by receiving one of the top awards in our industry and given the SALES EXCELLENCE AWARD for 2022. I absolutely was not expecting such an honor and cannot think of a better to celebrate my team than giving them the week off and taking them on vacation.
Why am I telling you all of this?
Several reasons…
First, because you’ll notice on Instagram and FB starting today that I’m out of the office, but don’t worry, I’ll still be back here every day this week in blog world. There is just way too much fun to be had this time of year to not blog. So come on back every day!
Second, ladies, if you’re out there wishing you had another job/passionate about something/wanting a change/wanting a new chapter/wanting to start over, I hope you’re hear me say today to DO IT! In August, I shared my thoughts, tips, tricks and ideas for starting a business/changing careers (even when others don’t believe in you!). I hope you read it and are encouraged to do something YOU LOVE. I do not have all the answers and certainly am not an expert, but I am a girl who was stuck in a job that she didn’t find fulfilling and went out on a limb in an industry that “no one uses anymore” (so many people told me that) and found JOY. Again, READ THIS POST for all the deets, but if you’ve been thinking about that Etsy business or going back to become a teacher or writing that novel…or whatever, I hope in 2023, you take a step in that direction.
The third reason is that, WE LOVE WHAT WE DO AND CLEARLY, IT SHOWS! We absolutely love our jobs and would love to help you take an amazing vacation too! We offer our services to Walt Disney World, Hawaii, all cruises, and then international destinations (so basically, outside of Walt Disney World we don’t work here in the continental US to places like New York City, DC, Yellowstone, Nantucket, etc). If you’re thinking about a trip in 2023, we would love to connect with you. Now…I gave my team this week off for our vacation and then next week, I gave them the week off to spend with their families for Thanksgiving, so if you reach out today, we will be contacting you the week of November 28th. We love what we do, but we also love our own vacations and time with family, so please be patient as we reach out to you here in about two weeks.
I know so many of you are clients of our our agency, and I just cannot thank you enough for allowing us to be a part of your travels. We have loved working with each of you and can’t wait to help you on your next adventure too. We are SO thankful for you all.
That’s it for today! I’m O-F-F! This is the first of hopefully many trips I can take with my team to celebrate what amazing women they are and how hard they’ve each worked this year.
One more thing before I go…
...IT’S PODCAST TUESDAY!
It’s another episode of THE BESTIE BREAKDOWN!
Today, we’re BREAKING DOWN BLACK FRIDAY!
From how we shop it to what we look for each year, ideas for gifts for our loved ones and all the things Thanksgiving too. It’s basically us breaking down next week 😉 .
You can listen to today’s episode HERE or on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, etc).
Have a wonderful day! I will be back here tomorrow, so I’ll see you then! xx
Dawn Timmons says
Congratulations!!! Enjoy every minute of this week and next.
Sheaffer says
Have the BEST TIME, y’all!!!! You deserve it!!!
Shauna says
Congrats on the recognition! I’m curious, if your entire office is closed for 2 weeks, what happens if you have clients who are currently traveling and need assistance?
Mix and Match Mama says
Great question! Everyone who is traveling while we’re away knows we’re gone knows they can absolutely reach out should they need anything (all clients have our cell phone numbers). We’re so happy to pause our fun to help them while they’re traveling too.
Laura says
CONGRATULATIONS!!
Your story helped inspire me to go back to grad school at the tender age of 45…and I’m crushing my first semester! I am loving it even though people close to me were apprehensive about it. Thank you!
Mix and Match Mama says
Laura!! I could cry! That’s amazing!!!!! Seriously, GOOD FOR YOU!!!
Elspeth says
Congratulations!! What a great accomplishment!
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Amanda says
How fun! Enjoy and CONGRATS!!
Beth Knecht says
Congratulations Mix and Match Travel Team! 🥳
That is an incredible honor!
Being a travel agent is such hard work, including many long hours waiting on hold and incredible attention to tedious detail!
I hope you all have the best time celebrating!!
jennibell says
How exciting!!! And how encouraging you are to all of us too 🙂
Have a wonderful week and CONGRATS on being an awesome leader. You are inspiring.
I a one of those folks who has used your travel agency (but COVID :/) and have referred you. I wish you and your team all the success in the world!
Laura says
Have a great vacation! I look forward to hearing about where you went.
Robin says
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Happy for you and your team! 🌟
Alison says
Ohhh, this is incredible!! Congratulations on having such a successful year AND being recognized for it! I will attest to the greatness of your Disney team. 🙂 You ladies are all so wonderful and clearly have a genuine passion for helping other people create memories. Enjoy your celebratory trip together! Xo
Mix and Match Mama says
Awwwww! Alison, thank you so much!!!
Elizabeth Feldpausch says
Hope y’all have the absolute best time and praying for safe travels!
MurdocksMama says
I’m so excited for you and your team — congratulations!! Being appreciated and valued by your company priceless. I firmly believe {even though this week is costing you} it comes back tenfold! Enjoy!!
Kristin Lyngaas says
Congratulations! That is so wonderful in so many ways ❤️🙏 That is a great message to all of us. Hope you all have a great time!
SC says
SO happy for you! Congratulations!!! I am starting a vertical farm. I am afraid and excited all at the same time! I am going to go back and read your tips and tricks that you posted in August. So much to learn!!! Thank you for being the positive and bright light in my life!!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Good luck!!! I think that is so awesome! If you love it, you won’t have any regrets. Best wishes to YOU!!
Tina says
our experience with your travel agency was top notch. I’m so glad you guys were recognized for all of your hard work! Enjoy your week!
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much, Tina!
Vicky says
I love this!!! Congratulations ladies!! X
Jillian vansickle says
Congratulations on your sales award Shay! I’m so happy for you!
Jillian vansickle says
wishing you and your family happy thanksgiving! 🍁🦃🍽
Sharry Stevens says
How exciting! You all have the best time!! I want to hear all about it since we go again in January! I recommend you guys to everyone!
Mix and Match Mama says
Awwwwww! Thank you, Sharry!!!!
Antonia says
Congrats!!! What organization recognized you?!? That’s a great achievement and you should be proud. 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
Signature Travel Network 🙂
Ramona says
Congratulations on the win! And have fun! XO
Kelley Bauer says
You have been such a joy for me all of these years of reading. I did travel with Mix and Match last summer for 19 days in Europe and the whole family loved it. I have also taken a leap of faith and have pursued my own travel passion side-gig. It’s slow for now, but it does make me so happy! Thank you for being you and sharing your joy with everyone.
Mix and Match Mama says
Ohhhh! Good for you!!!