August 2001
Africansisters.com
CHARTER MEMBERSHIP
Deidre
Carter-Briscoe, owner of Briscoe's Leisure Travel, is
cruising along as she helps non-profit organizations raise
funds by setting up cruise fundraisers through her travel
business.
Name:
Deidre R.
Carter-Briscoe
Web
Address:
http://www.Briscoesleisuretravel.com
Position:
Leisure Travel Specialist
Company Name:
Briscoe's Leisure Travel
Years in Current Position:
7 years
About You:
I have traveled a lot and I know the things that I have
liked and disliked. I have dealt with travel agents who were
not honest with me, so when I started this business, it was
my passion to provide my customers with total honesty and
give them the kind of service that I wish I had received in
the past.
Unique Qualities:
I treat all my customers as if they are the only ones that
are important to me. I have more than 300 customers and when
they need me to answer their questions and ease their fears,
I am there for them; holding their hands.
Who
Can Benefit Most by Your Services:
People who need to "layaway" their vacations and
organizations that need an easy fundraising tool.
How
did you get your foot in the door:
I have always loved organizing events, but when the travel
agency opportunity came along, I wanted to travel in an
inexpensive way and discovered that I really enjoyed putting
together special memories for others.
Toughest professional challenge:
Getting name recognition. There are so many travel agencies
out there today, and I have to prove that I am different
from them by the fact that my customers receive personal
attention and hand-holding all the way through their
vacation planning.
Characteristic of an indispensable employee:
Someone who is very personable and strong in marketing.
Employment needs in next year: Someone to file, enter
customer information into database and prepare mail outs.
Advice in helping others in their business:
Be patient. It doesn't always happen overnight. Put your
business in God's hands and if it is meant to work out, it
will.
Theresa Love
Theresa
Love
Editor |
