Day Three of Outside Agent Travel Agent Conference (1/11/23)

Wednesday was a different set-up from the two previous days. When we signed up for the conference, we were able to sign up for different vendors we wanted to meet with to learn more. So today we went to the classes we signed up for. We still had breakfast and lunch. We also were able to visit with various vendors at a trade show. It was a great time to talk to vendors and meet with them face-to-face. Universal was there with a spin-the-wheel game. I played and won any prize on the table! This is what I chose: We had fun and learned a lot from our conversations with the vendors. All of them had QR codes and we did too!So those who were not familiar with QR codes had a nice lesson on how efficient they were. I was even able to share my app (HiHello) that I use with some of the agents for them to create their own. QR codes are the way to go and better than paper business cards for so many reasons. I can't tell you the number of times I have had to throw away business cards because of a change in an email address or phone number. So having a QR code where you can change the information and the code will adjust to the updated information. It certainly saves on time and is safer. Also, you can send a code by email or text message. When you do that, something wonderful happens. The person who you sent the information to will have their information on your CRM within the app. So, instead of waiting for them to call you, as with a business card, you get to reach out to them because you have their information too! So it is a win-win for follow-up. That is something a business card cannot do. So today was a great day and we even had time to do other things after class because we were out earlier than normal. The weather this week has been cool which is unusual for Florida. So, it has been difficult to do too many things for me personally. And with the temperatures are going to be worse on Friday with a high in the 40"s and rain!! So this has not been the most ideal weather. But then again, it is winter, even in Florida. No natter the weather, it doesn't stop us from learning and meeting agents from all over the country. If you are looking for a great host agency with top-notch training, consider Outside Agents. And if you are looking to travel, call me, Brenda McMillian at BMac Travel. My number is 704-294-9150. I look forward to working with you to help you make memories with those you love.