{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Every Coach, Speaker, and Leader Should Host a Retreat  with Amanda Hietter","description":"What if hosting a retreat wasn\u2019t just about the experience, but about expanding your impact, deepening client relationships, and building a more profitable business model? In this episode of How to Run Profitable Retreats, I sit down with Amanda Hietter, CEO of Across the Horizon Travel and creator of Heat Up Your Retreats. Amanda supports coaches, pastors, and business leaders in designing transformational travel experiences, and in this conversation, we break down what most people get wrong when planning their first retreat. We talk about why retreats are such a powerful tool for growth, how to approach the planning process strategically (instead of emotionally), and what you actually need to validate before you invest time and money into your event. Amanda also shares her journey from paralegal to travel expert, and how she now acts as the \u201cright-hand woman\u201d for retreat leaders, handling logistics, contracts, and details so you can focus on what truly matters: filling your retreat and leading a powerful experience. Inside this episode, we cover: \u25aa\ufe0f Why your retreat should start with your why, not the destination \u25aa\ufe0f The biggest mistake retreat leaders make (and how it delays sales) \u25aa\ufe0f 3 essential questions to ask before hiring a travel agent \u25aa\ufe0f How to create momentum, demand, and a \u201csnowball effect\u201d for future retreats If you\u2019ve been thinking about hosting a retreat, or you\u2019re already planning one, this episode will help you make smarter decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and focus on what actually drives results. \ud83d\udcad Connect with Amanda Hietter: http:\/\/www.acrossthehorizontravel.com Instagram: @amandahietter \ud83c\udfa7 Grab her Top 7 Retreat Travel Tips: https:\/\/acrossthehorizontravel.com\/travel-tips \ud83d\udda4 If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who\u2019s ready to host their first (or next) retreat and don\u2019t forget to leave a rating and review. \ud83c\udfa7 Listen now and start building retreats that don\u2019t just look good\u2014but actually sell. &amp;nbsp; Plan a Profitable Retreat Start here to get the tools, support, and strategy you need:  Book a free consult&amp;nbsp;\u2192&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/theretreatplanner.com\/go  Download the Profit E-book&amp;nbsp;\u2192&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/theretreatplanner.com\/profitebook  Download the Loyalty Marketing E-book&amp;nbsp;\u2192&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/theretreatplanner.com\/loyaltyebook  Join the Sold Out &amp;amp; Profitable Intensive&amp;nbsp;\u2192&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/theretreatplanner.com\/challenge  Attend the Live Workshop&amp;nbsp;\u2192&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/theretreatplanner.com\/live  Follow on Instagram&amp;nbsp;\u2192&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/instagram.com\/theretreatplanner &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"How To Run Profitable Retreats","author_url":"https:\/\/www.theretreatplanner.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/41166965\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/201592820"}