In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we chat with Hannah Fleming, founder of Ocean Bug Travel, about her journey from running a stressful homewares business to creating a thriving, flexible travel business and network marketing venture.
Hannah shares her honest experience of pivoting her career, building a business around family life, and breaking through industry stereotypes.
What We Cover:
- Hannah’s journey from law to entrepreneurship and key lessons from her first business.
- Discovering the travel business and why it was the perfect fit.
- Running a travel booking business: client types, logistics, and insider tips.
- Understanding commissions and strategies to maximise earnings, including cruises.
- The network marketing side: myths, the real model, and uncapped income potential.
- How this industry empowers women and contributes to closing the gender pay gap.
- Opportunities from global expansion and being an early adopter.
- Practical advice for starting a flexible, low-risk business.
Key Takeaways:
- Experience Matters: Skills from previous ventures are invaluable, even if that business didn’t succeed.
- Flexibility + Income: A travel and network marketing business can offer flexible work hours, low startup costs, and uncapped earning potential.
- Personalised Service Wins: Clients value expertise and time-saving services, especially for complex travel bookings.
- Network Marketing is a Business: Success depends on effort and commitment—not “get rich quick” schemes.
- Women Thriving: Industries without glass ceilings enable ambitious women to earn, lead, and close the gender pay gap.
- Low-Risk Entry: With a small monthly subscription, you can start your own travel agency without high upfront costs.
Why Listen:
If you’re a parent, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone looking for a home-based business that fits around your life, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.
Show Links:
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