Today, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing every system and tool I use to stay organized, land brand deals, and keep my business running while I’m on the go. From pitching tools to project management to the #1 most underrated resource , you’ll walk away with practical tools you can plug into your own workflow today.

I break down the exact business systems and tools I use daily, weekly, and monthly to manage my travel creator business. If you’re a travel influencer or content creator who’s ready to turn your creativity into a streamlined business, this episode is packed with tips, tools, and insider tricks.

What You’ll Learn:
💻 The best tools to manage your business as a travel creator
📧 How I automate pitching and follow-ups for UGC deals
🧠 Why Airtable is my new secret weapon for automation and CRM setup
🗂️ How I use Asana and Apple Notes to organize content ideas and random inspo
🎬 My go-to apps for editing, time tracking, and creative workflow

Tools Mentioned:

• Bento – Pitching software for creators (Laura’s affiliate link in show notes!)
• Airtable – For automating pitches, follow-ups, and CRM setup
• Zapier – Connects all your tools and automates workflows
• Asana – Content and project management
• Apple Notes – Her “Dumping Ground” for random ideas, pitches, and notes
• Descript – Podcast recording and editing
• Edits App – Video editing + analytics tracking
• Google Sheets – Analytics tracking
• Google Meet – Replacing Zoom for client calls
• Kit (formerly ConvertKit) – Email list, landing pages, and lead forms
• Claude – AI brainstorming and system setup help
• Libby & Hoopla – Free business education through your local library
• Toggle – Time tracking and productivity insights

Resources & Links:
🔗 Try Bento – Laura’s favorite pitching software (code in show notes)Your unique Affiliate code is: LAURA1
Affiliate link is: https://app.onbento.com/?acode=laura1

📘 Check out Libby & Hoopla through your local library
🧠 Explore Kit (ConvertKit) for growing your creator business

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🚀 Ready to stop chasing trends and start building a real travel business?
👉 DM @travelcontentwriting on Instagram today to secure your spot in the Travel Creator Business Plan — limited spaces available!

🎧 Talented A.F. Podcast Production by Your Girl Media
📲 Follow: @yourgirlmedia
💻 Visit: www.yourgirlmedia.com

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Think you need 100K followers to land paid brand deals? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down the exact system I use to work with brands and make money through UGC — even without a massive audience.

Today we’re diving into one of my favorite topics — how to land brand deals without a huge following. Whether you’re just starting out as a content creator or looking to grow your paid partnerships, this episode is packed with actionable steps to help you start pitching and landing deals today.

Here’s what we cover:

• Why clarity in your niche matters (luxury traveler vs. hostel hopper — pick your lane!)
• How to build a portfolio that sells even if you’re new or have zero followers
• Setting up your landing page the right way for SEO
• My exact pitching spreadsheet setup to organize your brand outreach
• How to write custom openings that actually get responses
• Using mail merge to scale your outreach without losing that personal touch
• Why volume and follow-ups are key to landing paid brand deals
• How UGC content can be your secret weapon for consistent income

Tools + Programs Mentioned:

• Bento — the email tool I use to manage my pitching system. Grab my affiliate link below for an exclusive discount!
• Maddy Garrett’s UGC Program — my go-to resource for creators wanting to master UGC and start landing paid brand deals. Get 10% off when you use code LAURA10 (link below 👇).

🚀 Ready to stop chasing trends and start building a real travel business?
👉 DM @travelcontentwriting on Instagram today to secure your spot in the Travel Creator Business Plan — limited spaces available!

🎧 Talented A.F. Podcast Production by Your Girl Media
📲 Follow: @yourgirlmedia
💻 Visit: www.yourgirlmedia.com

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Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form

Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/

Ever freeze up when it’s time to drop your price or pitch your offer? In this episode, my producer Marie, who is certified high-ticket closer with SheSells is walking us through the exact sales framework she uses to close $3K–$30K offers with confidence.

She is a graduate and certified closer from Shelby Sapp's SheSells program and is here to give you the tea of what she learned.

Whether you’re a coach, content creator, or just starting your content business, these sales tips will change how you show up on calls and help you sell like a pro. { Pst.. you can also use these tips on your next brand deal call.}

What You’ll Learn

• How to structure your sales calls so you stop discounting your offers.
• The secret to question-based selling (aka the “therapy session” that makes people buy).
• Why “frame” and body language matter more than you think.
• How to find the real reason people hesitate to buy — and what to do about it.
• How to temperature check before dropping your price (never skip this!).
• Shelby Sapp's “Be F***ing For Real” framework that gets clients to finally commit.

Resources Mentioned

• Shelby Sapp’s High Ticket Sales Program
• Your Girl Media — Marie’s boutique agency that helps coaches and creators scale through podcasting, social media, and high-ticket sales.

Work with Marie for:

• Podcast Production to gain more leads
• Hire Marie for 1-1 High Ticket Sales with Marie
• Get matched with certified setters and closers for your business:

👉 [DM @yourgirlmedia]

🚀 Ready to stop chasing trends and start building a real travel business?
👉 DM @travelcontentwriting on Instagram today to secure your spot in the Travel Creator Business Plan — limited spaces available!

🎧 Talented A.F. Podcast Production by Your Girl Media
📲 Follow: @yourgirlmedia
💻 Visit: www.yourgirlmedia.com

Follow Me On:
Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. https://travelcontentwriting.hbportal.co/public/650f599bb604bf00244c7381/1-Inquiry_form

Website: https://www.travelcontentwriting.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelcontentwriting/