that in mind, we’ve gone back to basics by answering commonly asked questions and chatting to agents who have recently joined the sector about their experiences at different homeworking agencies.
Taking that a step further, we also speak to agents who have turned their passions into specialist areas of expertise, as focusing on a niche becomes a bigger factor in many people’s success stories.
While Covid-19 was not the start of homeworking it certainly was a catalyst, and five years on, this thriving sector hasn’t looked back. One of the reasons behind the continued rise of homeworking agents is how the role evolves with the demands of the market, like adapting to an increasingly digitally-driven future. We find out how companies are providing frontline sellers with more tech-savvy tools, as well as offline support such as mentoring and networking with others in their organisations.
Whether you’re new to travel or are looking to use your industry experience to make the switch to homeworking, we hope this guide proves a useful snapshot of the sector.
Happy reading!
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Welcome to Travel Weekly’s Guide to Homeworking 2025. It’s a fantastic time to be writing about the homeworking sector – agencies are reporting continued growth and climbing revenue as more people take the plunge launching their own businesses. With
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SCALING UP Agencies report on a buoyant market
SIZE MATTERS We chat to agents from small to large businesses
12 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Get answers to some common newbie queries
15 CARVING YOUR NICHE How agents turn their passion into their specialism
21 STAYING CONNECTED Six ways agents are better equipped than before
26 TALKING TECH From AI-powered social posts to smart CRM systems
30 TRAINING TOOLS How Online Travel Training’s courses can help you
31 HOMEWORKING DIRECTORY Key homeworking companies outline their offerings
50 ONE THING I’VE LEARNT Homeworkers’ top tips for those starting out
Rhodri Andrews editor, Guide to Homeworking
Travel Weekly has created a digital Homeworking Directory to complement this guide. Find out more at
travelweekly.co.uk/homeworkingdirectory
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