# 217. Hot Take: How To Start A Business From Nothing

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Podcast: [TIQUE Talks: The Business Podcast for Travel Advisors](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tique-talks-the-business-podcast-for-travel-advisors-5943563)
Published: 2026-05-15T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://tique-talks-the-business.captivate.fm
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## Resource

Started your travel business with zero network, zero book of business, and zero luxury clients? Same! In this Hot Take, Robin and Jennifer discuss what it looks like to build a business from scratch when you don’t have a network or years of sales experience backing you. From awkward early marketing attempts to learning how to show up consistently online, this episode is the reminder that success isn’t about who you know. It’s about visibility, resilience, systems, and staying in the game long enough for people to finally pay attention. If you’ve been feeling behind, discouraged, or stuck in comparison mode, press play now! Mentioned In This Episode: Episode 83: Attracting Ideal Clients & Fostering Relationships Built On Trust with Heather Keller Episode 168: How To Sell A Million In Your First Year with Katie Gibson Seven Figure Sales FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM @TiqueHQ

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