If you had asked me a year ago where I thought I’d be by now, I probably would’ve painted a picture of a thriving travel business—bookings flying in, emails buzzing with inquiries, and my heart full of joy from helping people unplug, unwind, and explore the world.
But here’s the honest truth: I don’t have clients right now. And surprisingly… I’m okay with that.
That doesn’t mean I’ve failed. It doesn’t mean I made a mistake starting this business. What it means is—I’m in the planting season. The quiet, unseen, often overlooked part of the journey that comes before any kind of success blooms.
We live in a time where we’re constantly shown success stories that seem to happen overnight. Scroll through social media, and you’ll see new businesses launching and instantly selling out, people going viral, and entrepreneurs claiming six-figure months in their first year. It’s hard not to feel like you’re behind when your inbox is empty or your calendar isn’t full.
But deep in my heart, I know that real growth takes time. I’ve been planting seeds. Every post I share, every brand story I refine, every connection I make—those are seeds. Seeds that, with time and care, will grow into something beautiful.
There are days when self-doubt creeps in, whispering things like “Maybe this isn’t for you” or “You should be making money by now.” I hear those thoughts. But instead of letting them lead, I gently acknowledge them and remind myself: this is a long-term game.
I didn’t start this travel business just to make a quick buck. Of course, I want it to become financially sustainable eventually. But more than that, I want to build a brand that people trust. I want to create a space where future clients feel seen, valued, and excited to explore the world with me.
I think about it like relationships. You don’t build deep, meaningful connections overnight. You spend time getting to know someone, showing up consistently, proving that you’re in it for the right reasons. Business is no different.
Right now, I’m building that trust. I’m showing up even when no one’s watching. I’m laying the foundation—not just for a business, but for something I can be proud of. And that requires patience, faith, and a lot of grace for myself.
There’s also a part of me that’s intentionally choosing not to pressure myself to make a living out of this business just yet. That might sound counterintuitive in the entrepreneurial world, where “go hard or go home” is often the mantra. But here’s the thing: pressure steals joy.
This business, for me, is an investment. Not just financially, but emotionally and spiritually, too. I’m investing my energy in something that aligns with my values. I’m building slowly, mindfully, and with purpose.
Because here’s what I know to be true: quick and easy isn’t always better. The things that last, the things that really mean something—they take effort. They take consistency. They take heart.
And even though I may not have paying clients right now, I do have vision. I have clarity about why I’m doing this. I have stories I want to tell and experiences I want to create for people. That’s what keeps me going.
I know that one day, I’ll look back and see how every small effort added up. The way I kept showing up even when no one responded, and how I kept learning, tweaking, and adjusting. The way I stayed aligned with my deeper “why” instead of chasing the quickest payday.
So if you’re in a similar season—if you’re building something and it feels like no one’s noticing yet—I want you to know you’re not alone. The beginning is often the hardest part.
You are not behind and are not failing. You are just in the in-between—the space between planting and harvest. And that space matters more than you think.
So here I am, still showing up. Still planting. Still believing in the long-term. Because I know that what I’m building is worth the wait.
And when the day comes that I see those seeds bloom—when I finally get to welcome my first clients and watch them light up through the journeys I’ve helped curate—I’ll know it was all worth it.
Long-Term, Baby. Long-Term.
