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Travel EvolvedEpisode #109 - "Newbie Bootcamp Pt. 1 - Putting in the Prep Work"On today's episode, Mark starts part 1 of a 3 part series, "Newbie Bootcamp." Specifically this episode discusses how a healthcare provider prepares for a life-changing decision to become a traveler. Th sis one of the most important steps in a successful career as a healthcare traveler... getting ready for this new career. Mark goes into great detail and exactly what a traveler should start preparing for in order to get the most of of a travel career.
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2023-11-0643 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #107 - "Travel Healthcare Tax" w/guest Joseph Conte, CPA
On today's episode, Mark bring on Joseph Conte, CPA and Managing Partner of "Travel Nurse Tax," his CPA firm that specializes in traveling healthcare professionals' taxes. Joe's wife is an RN and she traveled for many years. His experience and expertise in tax laws make him an expert guest for Travel Evolved. He and Mark discuss "Tax Homes," the "GSA," proper pay rates and how they should/should not be taxed, and exactly how long you can take tax-free stipends before they need to be taxed. A really great episode for all travelers that want to "up" their travel...2023-10-131h 13Travel EvolvedEpisode #106 - "In Defense of Agencies"
On today's episode Mark takes a rare look at some of the things that agencies are wrongfully asked to "foot the bill" for in the travel process. While Mark always openly admits to so much of the "blame" that agencies share in some of the negatives that are travel healthcare, we thought it would help travelers to understand why some agencies are forced to increase their margins. This episode really helps travelers to understand why some agencies act they way they do when it comes to "no-shows," "cancellations," and "terminations."
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelallied #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelceo...2023-09-2952 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #100 - "The 100th Episode - What We've Learned So Far"
We celebrate our 100th episode today as Mark takes a look back, (and a little look forward) at the first 100 episodes of "Travel Evolved." The series has been a benchmark for new and veteran travelers alike, openly discussing topics that until now, have been silent from all travel agencies. There is still a lot we have to cover over the next seasons, but this episode should spark your interest in a few specific topics we've covered and also those numerous topics Mark has yet to address, (but will soon).
#travelnurse #travelnursing #travelingnurse #travelrn #nextgenmedstaff #travelevolved #travelnurselife #travelnursetips...2023-06-2335 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #95 - "Advocating for Yourself" w/NGMS travelers Maria Moreno, RN and Nnamdi Ukanwa, RN
On today's episode, Mark welcomes NextGen MedStaff travelers, Maria Moreno, RN and Nnamdi Ukanwa, RN. This episode is specifically dedicated to these two travelers that found NextGen MedStaff because of this YouTube and podcast platform. As relatively "new" travelers, they listened and learned how to become more "evolved" as travelers and it is because of that eperience, they found their way directly to NextGen MedStaff. Today's episode is unique in that they discuss with our host, Mark how they have become more informed and therefore stronger as travelers due to their pursuit of "traveler knowledge." They openly discuss how...2023-05-241h 21Travel EvolvedEpisode #91 - "Housing Hacks"
On today's episode, Mark delves into all things "housing." It's become such an large and ever-increasingly important part of every assignment that he felt it needed to dedicate a full episode for it. Costs, safety, risk, and of course, your "bottom-line" are all openly discussed as he always does. A really good episode to catch and re-visit before every assignent!
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #travelceo #travelevolved #markholloway #travelnurselife #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #travelallied #travelagency2023-04-0757 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #90 - "Vendors"On today's episode Mark explains exactly what "vendors" are and the role that they play in the recruitment, placement, credentialing, and payroll process. This is a "must listen" if you truly want to understand exactly how travel healthcare really functions. An extremely important cog in your "evolvement" of your travel career.
#rn #travelnurse #nurse #travelnursing #travelingnurse #travelrn #travelnursetips #travelnurselife #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravelers #travelallied #travelevolved #travelinsiders #travelceo #travelagency #markholloway2023-03-251h 01Travel EvolvedEpisode #89 - "Life/Work Balance"Mark discusses how a healthcare ttraveler's lifestyle really lends itself to a great "life/work balance" on today's episode. With so many other professions and careers you really have to be carefule not to reward yourself too early if you haven't earned the right to promote your "life" side of this equation. Mark really goes into detail on why it is so important for travelers to maintain this balance in order to optimize the best of what travel has to offer you.
#travelrn #travelnurse #gypsynurse #travelnursing #travelingnurse #travenursetips #travelnurselife #travelnurselifestyle #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtravel #alliedtraveler #tr...2023-03-1946 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #88 - "Strikes"On today's episode, Mark goes back to his start in this industry when he got his start in this industry with an agency that specalized in Strikes. He openly discusses how this type of staffing works and some of the details behind some deadlines and timeframes that are extremely important for travelers to know when they are thinking about this type of traveler commitment. A really great listen/watch from one of the few people in the industry that will openly discuss work stoppages.
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelingnurse #travelnursetips #travelnurselife #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #tr...2023-03-1445 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #87 - "Traveling with a Pet"On today's episode, we cover one of the first questons many travelers ask about... traveling with a pet. There are soooo many "pros" and soooo many "cons" that come from having your four-legged friends join you on the road. On this episode, Mark covers all of those to give travelers some things to consider when deciding if you want to bring your pet with you on your adventures. This episode gives you the information you need to make this very important decision. An important episode and one that had to be included in "Travel Evolved."
#t...2023-03-0741 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #86 - "Don't Beat Yourself Up"Being a traveling healthcare professional is absolutely one of the hardest careers anyone can choose. There are so many variables that can affect the success of each and every assignment you undertake. On today's episode, Mark delves in to the infinite number of reasons a traveler should NOT beat themselves up every time one of those assignments doesn't go quite as planned. Everything from being dismissed to bad assignments and everything in between are topics that are discussed on this important episode for your self-esteem.
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelnursetips #travelnurselife #travelnursedventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtravel #all...2023-03-0138 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #85 - "Recruiter Training"Mark has trained literally hundreds of recruiters in his career. On today's episode, he openly dicusses what much of that training entails and how recruiters are taught to wotk with, help, and of course book travelers for their agency, all for that beloved commission that they receive when a traveler signs with them and their agency. It's quite remarkable the process that mot go through and how they also, have a specific learning curve when it comes to their salesmanship of their company, brand and marketability. A really eye-opening episode we feel is a perfect compliment to "Travel Evolved."
...2023-02-231h 05Travel EvolvedEpisode #84 - "A Healthy Lifestyle on the Road"On today's episode, Mark goes full-cycle on all the elements that would allow for a healthy lifestyle, while traveling. This is such an important part of being a successful traveler that we wanted to dedicate an entire episode on how hard it is and how imprtant it is to maintain a healthy lifestyle while working so far away from how. The difficulties of finding time to ecercise, the challenges of stayinhg on a strong diet while working remotely are all coverd on this all-so-very important aspect of become an "Evolved" traveler.
#travelnurse #travelrn #travelnursing #tr...2023-02-1749 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #83 - "Credentialing"On today's episode, Mark discusses the impact and importance of credentialing or "onboarding." It has become such a large part of the travel process that we felt it would benefit "Travel Evolved" as a stand-alone episode. Once you secure an assignment, it's extremely important that you get thrugh this process to make sure you start on time and that your assignment isn't "pushed" or cancelled outright. Such an importnat episode to make sure you're not losing valluable money in the travel process.
#rn #nurse #travelnursetips #travelnurselife #travelnurseadventures #travelnurse #travelnursing #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtravel #alliedtraveler #travelallied #mar...2023-02-1145 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #82 - "Spiritual Health"On today's episode, Mark does his best to discuss the benefits of having spiritual health and how muchit adds to your life and to your overall "travel health." He talks about mind, body and spirit and how having a balance of those 3 aspects can be a great benefit. www.facebook.com/groups/travelevolved
#rn #nurse #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelrn #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #travelallied #travelevolved #travelceo #markholloway #travelnurseinsiders #travelagency2023-02-0539 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #81 - So You Want to Become a Traveler..."On today's episode Mark gives you his reaasons that he believes makes "travel" both a wonderful decision and also one that he believes isn't for every healthcare provider. The decision to start this lifestyle is certianly one that he thinks shouldbe heavily considered before jumping head-first into a travel career. A really great episode for new travelers and veterans alike.
#rn #nurse #travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravelers #travelallied #travelevolved #travelnurseinsiders #travelceo #travelagency #markholloway2023-01-301h 01Travel EvolvedEpisode #80 - "What's in a Contract?"On today's episode of "Travel Evolved," Mark does his best to "walk" candidates through many of the "items" that are often incuded in an agency contract. He openly discusses how an assignment contract is ALWAYS written for the benefit of the agency and very little is done to protect te traveler. Cancellation clauses, fines, pay details, (and many pay details that are ommited) and recruiter "promises" are just some of the topics he covers...
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtravel #alliedtravelers #travelallied #markholloway #travelceo #travelagency #travelevolved #travelnurseinsiders #rn #nurse2023-01-2447 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #79 - "Travel Agency's Goals"On today's episode of "Travel Evolved" Mark takes a deep-dive into what truly is at the core of a travel agency's goals? How is it that one agency sets out to differentialte themselves from the rest of the pack and, (of course besides making as much money as possible) what is thier true goal when it comes to "selling" you on them over all other agencies? A really great episode!
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#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #gypsynurse #travelnursetips #travelnurselife #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #travelallied #markholloway #nextgenmedstaff #travleceo #tr...2023-01-1948 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #78 - "License Issues with the State Board"On today's episode Mark tackles issues some travelers find themselves with regard to their state licenses. It's a topic that almost every traveler has seen with fellow travelers and healthcare professionals and "Travel Evolved" wouldn't be a complete series without an open discussion on this topic.
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#nurse #rn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelrn #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurseadventures #markholloway #travelevolved #traelceo #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #travelallied #travelagency 2023-01-0947 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #77 - "Insurance as a Traveler"On today's episode, Mark delves into medical, dental, life, vision, and liability insurance for the traveling healthcare professional. It is an area that has a lot of wrinkles and options to it and one that most travelers often times don't truly consider when looking at their agencies complete offer. A very important episode to listen to/watch! www.facebook.com/groups/travelevolved
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnusing #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #travelnurselife #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #travelallied #travelevolved #travelceo #markholloway #travelagency #rntraveler #nurse #rn2022-12-2843 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #76 - "Mentoring"On today's episode Mark discusses the importance of becoming a "mentor" to another traveler in order to help get them through "the learning curve" faster for the overall betterment of the healthcare travel industry. Overall improvement in the full understanding of the cycle of being a healthcare traveler can improve the experience, and hold both agencies and facilities at a higher accountability standard. A really great episode after a short break! facebook.com/groups/travelevolved
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelnurselife #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #nextgenmedstaff #alliedtravel #travelallied #alliedtravelers #travelceo #travelevolved #travelagency2022-12-1349 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #75 - "Being Happy in an Unhappy World" - with guest, Dr. Mary MitchellOn today's episode, Mark welcomes Dr. Mary Mitchell into the studio for a very introsective look at ways to remain happy during times in your life when things seem pretty tough. Dr. Mitchell has spend a career in helping people define hapiness and most recently has worked with prison inmates that are living and surving in extremely difficuly enviornments. The two openly discuss of to view others and how perspective can often times change the way you are feeling about others, expecially as a traveling healthcare provider. A great guest and a great episode!
#tra...2022-11-1559 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #74 - "Recruiting 101"On today's episode, Mark takes a very deep-dive into recruiting and why the complete concept of having a recruiter has become obsolite in healthcare staffing. Having trained thousands of recruiters in his career, and of course overseeing many recruiting departments, he provides an unique and unknown perspective tat many travelers are unaware of, highlighting exactly why technology is and will contue to leave the "recruiting" model far behind. This is a fantastic episode that really exposes just how archaic the standard agency recruitment process has becaome and why it costs you, the traverl a LOT of time and money! One...2022-11-0456 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #73 - "What to Bring on an Assignment"On today's episode, Mark gives some quick suggestions on some things that many travelers have told him they bring to an assignment. Many of these are simply there as reminders, while others are some things you may not have thought about. He also delves into once again, the current market this fall and how things are shaping up for the remainder of the year.
#travelevolved #travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursetips #travelnurselife #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #rn #travelnursing #alliedtravel #alliedtraveler #travelallied #travelceo #travelagency #markholloway2022-10-2837 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #72 - "Unbillable BS"On today's episode, Mark covers what facilities do and what they don't allow us agencies to bill for. Many travelers don't often know exactly how a traveler agency partnership is structured with regard to what we can bill for. Mark believes this is one of those small, but important pieces of information that can really help the communication between traveler and travel agency, if all "cards ar on the table." A really good episode to bridge that communication gap that often leads to unnessary misunderstandings between you and your agency.
#travelrn #travelnurse #Tranelnurselife #travelnursetips #tr...2022-10-2146 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #71 - "Crisis Staffing"On today's episode, Mark covers all the types of "crisis staffing" that often include very high pay rates. What are the risks for a traveler, however? He openly discusses Strikes, natural disasters, system conversions, and even the "pandemic" that had so many healthcare providers entering the travel system. A very timely episode that will give you some good things to consider when you're being presented with a "crisis" staffing opportunity.
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Travel EvolvedEpisode #70 - "Common Myths - Part 1"On today's episode, Mark openly discusses some "myths,” that many travelers often ask him about, and many that we see on social media. This episode hopefully dispels the inaccuracies that many have within our industry to help move everyone forward on the issues that truly exist and those that can legitimately be corrected. A great episode that will hopefully move our industry forward and help "evolve" the industry.
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #rn #nurse #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravelers #travelallied #markholloway #travelceo #travelagency #commonmyths 2022-10-011h 04Travel EvolvedEpisode #69 - "The Triangle of Trust"On today's episode, Mark discusses his take on the amount of "trust" each of the 3 sides of our business have in each other. This industry relies on each other for transparency, honesty, and commitment. When one of those sides isn't holding up their end of the bargain, the whole assignment collapses. This episode hopefully, helps travelers to have a better understanding of what te other sides go through, that hopefully can bridge some communication gaps and lead to a better level of the industry overall.
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravelers #travelallied #markholloway #travelevolved #tra...2022-09-2552 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #66 - "Interviewing"We do our best to focus on the actual interview process that can either make or break the "deal" on your dream assignment. With competition being o fierce out there right now, Mark spends this episode focusing on things that can help push the manager to offer YOU, (the Travel Evolved Trained Traveler) the position, over all of your similar competition. A good episode to help get you through the interviews better and more effectively.
#travelevolved #travelrn #travelnurse #ttavelnursing #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtravel #alliedtraveler #travelallied #markholloway #travelCEO #travelagency2022-09-0738 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #65 - "facebook Groups"On today's episode, we discuss facebook "groups" and how they have evolved since they started becoming an integral part of the healthcare travel recruiting process. Mark goes into some detail on the history of "groups" and what they were origionally intended for. He also discuss how many travelers find "groups" to be a great way to find your next assignment, all while keeping many of the unwanted recruiters at bay. He shares some information of "groups" that you may not know, and some issues that "groups" seem to be facing already and what the future holds for this type of...2022-09-0249 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #64 - "California"We cover the unique and diverse travel state of California on today's episode. California, after all has historically been a much sought-after location and has a history of supplemental needs that goes back to the beginnings of healthcare travel. Mark covers the overtime law, the different aspects and the challenging costs of living in the great state of California.
#californiatravelrn #travelevolved #travelceo #markholloway #travelrn #travelnurse #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #travelallied #alliedtravel #alliedtraveler #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures 2022-08-2253 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #63 - "RV'ing as a Traveler"On today's episode, Mark discusses all the benefits, (and a few negatives) on the idea of using an RV for travel and housing as you continue on this great career-choice you have made. What are some things to watch out for? What are the housing tax implications? How do I best utilize an RV as a traveling healthcare professional? A really great topic for the current state of available housing many of you are seeing right now.
#travelrv #rvtraveler #travelevolved #markholloway #travelrn #travelnurse #travelnurselife #Travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #travelceo #travelagency #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel2022-08-1645 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #62 - "Being Bullied"It's a shame that we actually had to do an episode dedicated to the "bullying" that seems to go hand-in-hand with being a healthcare traveler often times, but yet... here we are. On today's episode, we cover this topic that seems to be rarely spoken about on social media, but is one of the most common complaints or "cons" that travelers have. Mark discusses to root causes of bullying and some very helpful ideas on how to handle this situation if, and probably when, it happens to you.
#bullying #beingbullied #travelevolved #markholloway #travelceo #travelagency #tr...2022-08-1045 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #61 - "Agency Contracts"What things are in an agency contract that shouldn't be? What is often times missing from an agency contract? What exactly is an agency contract? All of these questions are answered on this edition of "Travel Evolved." So many times the contract your agency offers you has language in it that should alarm you, yet travelers sign off on these proposals every day. Mark delves onto what he's been seeing from so many travelers lately with questions they have about their contracts. A really great episode with some specifics of "what to watch out for" throughout the hour.
2022-08-0355 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #60 - "The State of the Market"On today's episode, Mark jumps into the current state of travel and just exactly what is happening currently from the agency point of view. He openly discusses some short and long-term trends with regard to bill rates, supply and demand and specifically how that information can be used to determine you immediate steps for your next few assignments. A great and timely episode.
#travelevolved #travelrn #travelnurse #travelceo #travelagency #travelnurselife #travelnurtsetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #travelallied #markholloway2022-07-281h 04Travel EvolvedEpisode #59 - "Being Floated"On this episode, Mark does his best to discuss "floating." It is a very common request, especially from certain hospitals and specific managers, but how do you handle this demand? We discuss options and steps that many travelers can take, dependent upon what processes your agency has, but also some solutions for when you are truly "alone." Another great episode that discussed topics that need more attention in our industry
#floating #floated #travelevolved #markholloway #travelagency #travelceo #travelrn #travelnurse #travelenursetips #travelnurseadventures #travelnurselife #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #travelallied 2022-07-1342 min
Travel EvolvedEpisode #58 - "Staying in Shape on the Road"On today's episode, Mark does his best to get travelers thinking about ways to maintain good health while traveling. The Healthcare Traveler's lifestyle makes it difficult to have good eating and exercise habits all while living out of a temporary location for a short period of time. Mark discusses fasting, meal-prepping, when, what , and how much to eat. He also goes into ways that you can exercise and maintain muscle while working as a traveler. A really great episode to get you thinking about ways to change the way you stay in shape on the road.
2022-07-0751 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #57 - "Local Contracts""Local" travel assignments are becoming a part of the industry, whereas a few years ago, it was rarely even allowed. On today's episode, Mark cover this "listener-requested" episode to go over how pay packages and taxes are affected differently for local assignments. A timely episode that has started becoming a real and verified part of "travel."
#travelevolved #travelrn #travelnurse #travelceo #Gypsynurse #gypsynurseadvntures #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #travelnursetips #markholloway #travelevolved2022-07-0245 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #55 - "Resume's"Believe it or not, having a great resume' is one of the easiest and best ways to separate yourself form all the competition you have for the positions you want to be chosen for. On today's episode, Mark talks about the resume's he has seen in 22 years and how some making simple and easy "tweaks" can often times make the difference between getting hired or getting overlooked.
#travelnurse #travelrn #gypsynurse #travelnurselife #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #gypsynurseadventures #travelevolved #markholloway #travelceo #travelagency2022-06-1538 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #54 - "Goal-Setting"As a traveler, many of you have a unique opportunity to set, and more importantly... accomplish what you want to get out of your career, than many other professions. On today's episode, Mark discusses goals, and how to set them for your own personal success. A really great episode that will hopefully help motivate you to make the most out of being a healthcare traveler.
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelceo #alliedtraveler #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurselife #travelnurseadventures #travelnursetips #travelevolved #markholloway2022-06-0938 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #53 - "Overtime"Mark tears into how most agencies are not paying you what they should be for Overtime on today's episode. This one really might make you question every contract you have signed in the last few years. A really important episode to listen/watch and to SHARE!
#travelnurse #travelrn #alliedtraveler #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurselife #travelceo #markholloway #travelagency #travelevolved2022-06-0350 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #52 - "Re-Focus on Why You Started Traveling"On today's episode, we do our best to remind everyone out there why it was that you made the decision to take your healthcare career "on the road." It had to be a bog decision, so on this episode, Mark does his best to get you "re-focused on whatever that original goal of your was. things are quite different out there right now and we felt it was a great time to spend on this topic that should never really be put on your own personal "back burner."
#travelevolved #markholloway #travelrn #travelnurse #alliedtraveler #gypsynurse #travelnursetips #travelnurselife #gysynurseadventures #tra...2022-05-2745 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #51 - 5 Steps to a Successful Travel Assignment" - with guest Steve Mac, RNOn today's episode, Mark welcomes into the studio, veteran ER traveler Steve Mac. Steve has created a "formula" of sorts that he feels is a great way to make sure all travelers can have a successful assignment each and every time the "hit the road." Steve witty sense of humor, coupled along with his experience in numerous settings and trauma levels of facility gives his perspective a unique expertise that he and Mark discuss. A great episode to kick off "season 2" of "Travel Evolved."
#travelevolved #gypsynurseadventures #travelnursetips, #travelrn #travelnurse #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #alliedtraveler #alliedtravelers #travelceo #tra...2022-05-171h 01Travel EvolvedEpisode #50 - "Seasonality"On today's episode, Mark discusses the current state of healthcare travel and how things are so very different form what they were just a few short months ago. He also brings "seasonality" into the supply and demand model that so actively affects healthcare travel and how a traveler can be better prepared for what may be coming as our industry changes to rebound from the pandemic.
#travelevolved #travelrn #travelnurse #gysynurse #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurseadventures #travelnursetips #markholloway #travelceo #travelagency #seasonality #alliedtravel #alliedtraveler2022-04-3042 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #49 - "Nothing is Free"Our industry is riddled with the concept that many agencies provide an array of "free" perks that many of these agencies put a lot of value on when their recruiters are "selling you" on all the reason you should take a particular assignment through them specifically, and not with the other 300 agencies that also hold that contact. On today's episode Mark breaks down how "nothing is free" in our industry when it come to what it is that you are receiving for your effort as a traveler. A simple concept, but understanding the real concept behind why many agencies cr...2022-04-1439 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #48 - "The Dip"It's time to talk "current events" on "Travel Evolved." There is certainly a "dip" in the total number of open positions out there and it has also started affecting the overall bill rates. On today's episode, Mark talks about what is happening and gives a few suggestions on how travelers can get through this unique and interesting time in healthcare travel.
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelnursetips #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadvetures #travelnurseadventures #alliedtravel #alliedtraveler #travelceo #travelevolved #markholloway2022-04-0748 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #47 - "Guaranteed Hours"On today's episode Mark openly discusses "guaranteed" hours. It feels like more and more... less and less is actually "guaranteed" for the traveler. He explains some reasons why the industry has always had issues with guarantees and more importantly why we are seeing a significant increase in traveler displeasure over how very little control a traveler seems to have when it comes to this important issue. A great listen/watch.
#travelevolved #travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #travelrn #travelnurselife #gypsynurseadventures #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #markholloway #travelceo #travelagency #guaranteedhours 2022-04-0142 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #46 - "Big, Big Money" with guest Social Media Influencer Rich Darnell, RNOn today's episode Mark welcomes in social media influencer, Rich Darnell, RN. Rich has made a name for himself primarily through his YouTube and TikTok presence as "travelnurserich." Our team discovered Rich and though that Mark and he would make for a great episode, primarily discussing just how much money is being made out there by EVERYONE in healthcare travel. It is truly a unique time for our industry. The two openly discuss how both bill rates and pay rates have drastically changed and exactly who has benefited the most from the increase. A really great episode that will intro...2022-03-251h 11Travel EvolvedEpisode #45 - "Harrassment"It's really a shame that we felt we need to have an episode called "harrassment." Unfortunately it is still front and center in all workplaces, and we see and hear about it in hospitals and facilities nationwide. On today's episode Mark openly discussed harrassment and it's many forms that it takes. How to cope, how to deal, and even a few suggestions on how to handle it as a traveler. This is a must watch to start the discussion and to begin the communication needed to address harrassment in the workplace.
#travelrn #travelnurse #travelnursing #alli...2022-03-2137 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #44 - "Side Hustles"On today's episode Mark discusses how many travelers take advantage of some extra time, (if there is any) to make a little money on the side. While things seem to be very "crazy" right now, "side-hustles" have been a part of healthcare travel for a long time. It's another way to take your income potential up a notch on the road.
#travelevolved #markholloway #travelrn #travelnurse #alliedtravel #travelallied #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurseadventures #travelceo #gypsynure #rnlife2022-03-0938 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #43 - "Hospital Cancellations"On today's episode of Travel Evolved, Mark discusses some of the reasons that facilities cancel a traveler, sometimes at the 11th hor. This is certainly one of the absolute worst parts of being a traveler... when uncertainty leads to not only lack of income, but often times serious cost to the traveler. This is an episode that is important when trying to understand how all 3 of the main parts of healthcare travel work to keep the industry moving ahead, and in many cases, it is the traveler that takes the biggest hit when it comes to hospital cancellations.
...2022-02-2642 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #42 - "Addiction in Healthcare" with guest Jason ShiersOn today's podcast, Mark tackles yet another difficult and rarely spoken about topic in healthcare... addiction. Unfortunately there are many healthcare providers who suffer from addiction like every profession. Mark welcomes Certified Psychotherapist Jason Shiers direct from England to openly discuss Jason's view on addiction, how to recognize and more importantly, how to help those who are affected by it. A really great episode to listen to so that you're prepared to help make a difference with someone that may be struggling with addiction.
#addiction #travelevolved #jasonshiers #markholloway #travelrn #alliedtraveler #travelnursetips #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurse #travelceo2022-02-1452 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #41 - "Hours 36 - 40"One of the most important episodes you can listen to in all of the healthcare travel world. Mark goes into detail on how most travelers are leaving thousands of dollars on the table with their agency each and every time they work over 36 hours! This episode might actually make you angry at how agencies are hiding behind "tax-free" stipend limits and "wage recharacterization" for NOT paying you your full compensation. A MUST "Travel Evolved" listen!
#travelevolved #markholloway #rnlife #gypsynurse #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurseadventures #travelnursetips, #alliedtraveler #travelrn #travelceo #appfornurses2022-02-0843 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #40 - "Being a 'Foodie' on the Road"On today's episode Mark discusses the great opportunity every traveler has to explore your "inner-foodie." trying new cuisine and experiencing each city's different culture and food for every destination a traveler takes an assignment. What a great way to make memories, see more of the city/town, and get the absolute "most" out of being a traveler!
#travelrn #alliedtraveler #gypsynurse #travelnursetips #gypsynurseadventures #markholloway #travelevolved #travelceo #travelnurseadventures2022-02-0234 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #39 - "Spirituality and Medicine" with guest Dr. KaciOn today's episode Mark welcomes guest, Dr. Kaci to join the show to openly discuss how spirituality and medicine are often times a difficult combination for many healthcare providers to juggle in their professional lives. Let's face it, most healthcare travelers are put right in the middle of some of the most difficult situation for themselves, their patients and their patient's families. Yet, you are asked to provide care wen many times you may be struggling with some complicated questions of your own. Dr. Kaci discusses this and many other spiritual and self-introspective topics on a great episode!
2022-01-2149 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #38 - "Swag"What is "swag," specifically when you are talking about travelers and the "gifts" agency's give them for marketing purposes? On today's episode, Mark discusses exactly how "swag" works in our industry, and how it works so well. Branding, future business and "top-of-mind-awareness" are all the results agencies are looking for when they send/give you branded apparel and items for you to take on the road with you. A different perspective than you may have thought about before...
#travelrn #travelnurse #alliedtraveler, #gypsynurseadventures, #rnlife #alliedtravel #travelnurseadventures #markholloway #travelevolved #travelceo #travelagency2022-01-1640 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #37 - "Tax Advantage"On today's episode, Mark goes into great detail about what exactly "tax Advantage" is and precisely how agencies use it to everyone's advantage. What really is behind the numbers with "tax advantage" and what you should know before blindly signing on the dotted lone every time. A true fundamental episode for everyone who is becoming "Travel Evolved."
#travelnurse #travelrn #alliedtraveler #gypsynurse #appfortravelers #lpn #surgetech #travelevolved #rnlife #travelnurseadventures #travelceo #markholloway #travelagency #gypsynurseadventures2022-01-0958 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #36 - "When to "Call it Quits'" with Guest Danielle Orsino, LPN, AuthorWhy is it that no one, even in these particularly rough times in healthcare is talking about knowing when it is tie to say, "I've had enough, and I'm walking away from healthcare?" Too may times healthcare professionals seem to feel this sort of responsibility to their career, as if leaving it will somehow lessen the impact of how much they have helped people. It shouldn't. On today's episode, Mark welcomes celebrated author, Danielle Orsino, creator of the "Birth of the Fae" series. Danielle also happens to be a licensed Practical Nurse who left the field to pursue a diff...2022-01-031h 03Travel EvolvedEpisode #35 - "Fun in Every City"Making the most out of every assignment, regardless of the location can be what you remember most when your traveling career is finally finished. On today's episode, Mark discusses how important this actually can be and more importantly how to find "fun" in each and every city your traveling healthcare career takes you.
#travelevolved #gypsynurse #travelnurseadventures #alliedtraveler #travelceo #travelagency #rnlife #travelnurse #travelnursing #markholloway2021-12-2742 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #34 - "Prepping For Your Next Assignment"On today's episode Mark goes over everything "next assignment." Getting ready for what's coming next, both financially and location-wise will help drive your career into a better and better travel experience. Getting a leg-up on your competition for the "best" positions out there will help you get them faster and more often. A great listen before each and every assignment!
#travelrn #markholloway #alliedtraveler #travellife #gypsytraveladventures #travelnurseadventures #travelnursetips #travelceo #travelevolved #travelagency2021-12-2059 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #33 - "Traveler Wisdom"Our industry is so unique that it is the only one we know of, that seems to actually discourage travelers from sharing the knowledge they experience at former facilities, with their current facility or unit. It just doesn't make a whole lot of sense. On today's episode, Mark openly, (as always) discusses this crazy phenomena and how it is hurting the entire healthcare industry... evolve.
#gypsynurseadventures #markholloway #travelevolved #travelrn #travelnurseadventures #travelnursetips #travelnurselife #alliedtraveler #travelceo #travelagency2021-12-1446 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #31 - "Being a Good Human"Mark goes on a bit of a "rant" on today's episode openly discussing, (as usual) how it seems like we have forgotten how to be kind to each other. It seems like that has also spilled over to healthcare, whether we are talking about traveling specificallly or just the trust a traveler has to have with agencies and facilities these days. A "different" tone to this week's episode, but as always... some things you won't hear anywhere else...
#travelrn #travelnurse #alliedtraveler #gypsynurselife #travelnurseadventures #travelceo #travelevolved #travelagency #rnlife #travelingrn2021-11-2944 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #30 - "The Effects of Being Terminated"More and more travelers are being let go from their assignments then ever before. While there are a ton of reasons why, (mostly financial) the effects it can have on a traveler and their confidence is staggering. On today's episode, Mark openly discusses the trend in the industry for facilities to save as much money on travelers as they can, all while ending assignments with or without cause and how that affects you. A great and timely episode heading into the end of this year.
#travelnursetipe #travelrn #gypsynurse #gypsynurselife #travelnurse #travelnursing #alliedtraveler #travelevolved #markholloway #tra...2021-11-2344 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #29 - "Traveler Leads"On today's episode, Mark asks the question... "If I'm looking for a new agency, how do I find one without being bombarded with so many?" It's time to hear what agencies think and how they treat your information as you search and potentially give your contact info out to so many? It's a very difficult process when searching for a new agency to represent you. Today's episode might give you that insight you need to help you decide who gets what.
#travelrn #travelnurse #alliedtraveler #travelevolved #markholloway #travelceo #Travelagency #gypsynurseadventures #travelnursingtips #travelnurseadventures2021-11-1647 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #28 - "COVID Vaccine Mandates" with Guest RNs Brent and AmyOn today's episode, Mark welcomes two guests who are both Healthcare providers with two opposing viewpoints on Vaccine Mandates. Both of his guests just happen to be critical care RNs who both live in Northern California. On this episode, Mark interviews them while asking honest and innocent questions that allow them to defend their stance on the mandates and how they are going to affect staffing in the future. This episode is specifically designed to get the conversation going amongst all of our listeners/viewers. The idea is that conversation should evolve into better communication. Both of these intelligent and no...2021-11-051h 49Travel EvolvedEpisode #27 - "Relationships on the Road"On today's episode, Mark discusses the pro's and con's of forming relationships while being a traveling healthcare professional. What it's like to meet other travelers, staff members and those friends that are unrelated to your job. It's one of the great parts about being a traveler, but aloso one that you should have a conscious respect for as you go forth and arrive at new locations 2 to 4 times/year. An episode that reminds us all why we wo what we do!
#travelrn #travelnurse #alliedtraveler #gypsylife #travelnurseadventures #gypsyadventures #travelingnurse #travelevolved #markholloway #travelceo2021-10-3042 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #26 - "The Pie"If you only fully listen to one episode of "Travel Evolved," this may very well be the one! While our Bill Rate, (The Pie) is a very simple way of looking at our industry it is a crucial component of understanding how agencies calculate your pay packages directly from it. Literally everything is dictated from that all-inclusive hourly rate that we agencies bill for you each and every hour that you work. Mark takes that to a new level with breaking down how it is that so many different agencies have such a wide variance of pay packages for th...2021-10-211h 04Travel EvolvedEpisode #25 - "Saving Your Additional Travel Money"On today's episode Mark covers ways to save much of that hard-earned money you should now be making as a "Travel Evolved" traveler. Sometimes you just have to figure out a way to "set aside" money in order to really justify the sacrifices you are making with your travel career. He goes over some tips he has learned from many seasoned travelers and way in which they make sure that they aren't spending the extra money travelers are earning in what should be a really lucrative period currently.
#markholloway #travelevolved #travelceo #travelagency #travelnursing #travelingnurse #tr...2021-10-1441 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #24 - "How to Be a Successful Traveler"On today's episode, Mark goes over his advice for exactly his formula for becoming a "successful" traveler. Certainly the lust for knowledge, the drive to have more and more financial understanding and some time-tested "tricks-of-the-trade" certainly can't hurt. There really are many "nuggets" in this episode as Mark likes to put it. This one definitely has a lot of "edge" to it as Mark let's it all out on how to become a successful traveler.
#successfultraveler #travelevolved #travelceo #travelagency #markholloway #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #travelallied #travelnurse #travelingnurse #travelnursing 2021-10-081h 09Travel EvolvedEpisode #23 - "Payroll Errors"On today's episode, Mark tackles yet another topic that you won't find any one else on his "side of the desk" take on... Payroll errors. While it isn't a topic that is fun or enjoyable to talk about, it is unfortunately, still a very big part of our industry. Mark openly discuss the many reasons why they happen and more importantly some of the things that can be done to drastically reduce errors if you see them frequently.
#payrollerrors #markholloway #travelevolved #travelinsiders #travelceo #travelagency #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelingnurse #alliedtravel #travelallied #travellingallied 2021-10-021h 01Travel EvolvedEpisode #22 - Eating and Training for Health & Energy" - with Author Nate PalmerAs everyone knows by now, we at "Travel Evolved" believe that physical fitness play a HUGE role in your overall health, mental wellness, and your ability to perform as a traveling healthcare professional. Today, Mark welcome #1 Bestselling fitness author Nate Palmer to the show. Nate bring an entire career of tips, ideas, and a great mental state to put yourself in to achieve your fitness goals. Nate has ideas about changing the way you think about getting in shape that really are unique and extremely helpful in getting your mind ready to be healthy. A really great episode in this...2021-09-271h 06Travel EvolvedEpisode #21 - "Make the Most Out of Travel"How about an episode that's just for you, the traveler? On episode 21, Mark discusses how travelers can make the utmost out of being a traveler. Certainly the money is important, and Mark wastes no time jumping into that. He also, however talks about locations, the adventure, the lifestyle and the career enhancement that also should come along with being a traveling healthcare professional. Join Mark for a great episode that will get you engaged with your wonderful travel career.
#travelevolved #travelnurse #travelingnurse #travelnursing #alliedtravel #travelingallied #travelceo #travelagency #markholloway2021-09-2051 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #19 - "Avoiding a Toxic Relationship" - with guest Riana Milne, CCTP, Global Life and Love CoachOver the years, Mark has had many traveler friends that have gotten involved in "toxic relationships." It is something that unfortunately, travelers can sometimes attract. Travelers make a lot of money, (especially if you listen to "Travel Evolved"), they are typically only in a city/town for a short period of time, and they usually don't know a lot of people in that area. On today's episode, Mark welcomes Riana Milne, CCTP and Global Life and Love coach to break down toxic relationships and how many travelers can find themselves involved in one. A great episode that discusses another topi...2021-09-0859 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #18 - "Why You Should Start a Traveling Career"being a "traveling" healthcare professional isn't for everyone. That's for sure. If you or someone you know is thinking about becoming one, then this episode is for you. Mark openly discusses so many of the wonderful reasons to take your career on the road. While he recognized that the decision is both personal and looming, he has a great episode that discusses bot the "pros" and "cons" that currently are facing travelers today. This is a great episode to share with anyone you know that is considering travel. It's also got quite a few of those "nuggets" that Mark throws...2021-08-3052 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #16 - "Bill-Rates and Why They're Important"Bill rates are the fundamental key component to everything financially based in travel healthcare. This episode is one of those "cornerstone" episodes that set up the basis for a lot of future episodes of "Travel Evolved," and one that should not be missed. Mark goes into solid detail about how bill rates are set and exactly how those rates directly calculate YOUR compensation package that is offered by all of the agencies, (and why so many of those differ so greatly amongst those agencies). A very important episode to hear.
#billrates #travelevolved #markholloway #travelagency #tra...2021-08-1550 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #15 - "Alone, But Not Lonely" - With guest Sandra Rodriguez, Author and HostOn today's episode, Mark Welcomes communications expert and author of "Choose to Prevail," Sandra Rodriguez. Today , the two openly discuss some of the many benefits that being alone on the road can actually create. Sandra has a very unique perspective on this subject and one that peaked Mark's interest in conducting an episode dedicated to this normal and common occurrence that almost every traveler faces. A really refreshing look at what you can accomplish all by simply being "alone" while on the road.
#sandrarodriguez #markholloway #choosetoprevail #travelevolved #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelingnurse #alliedtraveler #alliedtravel #travelallied #travelagency #tra...2021-08-091h 07Travel EvolvedEpisode #14 - "The Journey to an Assignment"On today's episode, Mark discusses a traveler's unique opportunity to explore our beautiful nation while you our on your way to an assignment. He talks about how to "road-trip" properly and top make the most out of your necessary travel to and from assignments. There are a whole lot of tips and surprises that can make for not only a great adventure to an assignment, but to truly change your overall experience while being a traveling healthcare professional. A really great, informative and fun episode.
#travelnurse #travelingnurse #travelnursing #markholloway #travelevolved #alliedtraveler #aliedtravel #travelallied #travelagency #trav...2021-08-0344 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #13 - "Traveler Marketability"You are in direct competition with every other traveler with your same specialty who wants to be considered for the same opening that you do. On today's episode Mark discusses your "Traveler Marketability" and why it is so important tp\o make sure that you do everything you can to get that interview. Licensure, certifications, your resume and even references play and important role id whether or not you garner the interview from a hiring travel manager. A great fundamental episode that he will continue to revert back to as future episodes are filmed. A great reminder of how you...2021-07-2854 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #12 - "Holidays"On today's episode, Mark discusses everything you wanted to know, and even a few things you may not have known about... "Holidays." He goes over how to schedule your assignment to either encompass working during the holidays or having them completely off and exactly how to accomplish that without sacrificing your income. He also discusses some opportunities you may not thought of with regard to how to make the most out of those periods of the year with heavy "holidays." Finally, he openly discusses how a traveler should be properly paid for "holiday pay," and more specifically how many or...2021-07-2240 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #11 - "Happiness"As a traveler, every once in a while... you have to pause and think about your "happiness." Sometimes we get so involved in our day-to-day life that we forget all the things that make us happy. On today's episode, Mark delves into our overall happiness and asks some tough questions about your travel life and the happiness it does or doesn't bring you. Taking a moment to consider what all the things are that make us happy, and if in fact you are working to have more of those "things" is something to concentrate on. After all... why are you...2021-07-1649 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #10 - "Food as a Prescription" with guests Anthony and Staci Lo Cascio, AuthorsOn today's episode, Mark welcomes authors Anthony and Staci Lo Cascio. The two wrote the handbook "Food as a Prescription" which helps people become their healthiest selves. Anthony and Staci discuss the book and the lifestyle they have written and chosen and give travelers an opportunity to understand how they may involve healthy, non-processed foods into their diet. They explain some leading indicators of common allergies and even some extreme symptoms that a traveler may experience while eating on this whirlwind lifestyle on the road. A really good interview on a very timely topic. A great listen to all of th...2021-07-1048 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #9 - "Company Margins"This is THE episode that truly shows you why "Travel Evolved" is the YouTube and podcast series that will get you to the next level as a traveler. Mark made this episode to lay the groundwork for many episodes to come that will help travelers with their compensation packages and how to select agencies that offer fair pay rates. Understanding how companies select and maintain their profit margins allows a traveler to better understand how they, in turn get compensated from the all-inclusive hourly bill-rate all agencies have to work under. A great episode that really introduces you to th...2021-07-041h 03Travel EvolvedEpisode #8 - "The Learning Curve"Today's episode really sets up the basis for "Travel Evolved." Mark discusses the learning curve of a traveler and why it is so important to do your best to get through the curve as fast as you can... even though you still have to actually go through the entire curve itself. It's the basis of why he created "Travel Evolved," so that each and every episode helps you with that individual "lesson" to help you get to the "elite traveler" status that makes you the most successful and satisfied traveler out there. A great listen to give you insight of...2021-06-2840 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #7 - "Safety on the Road"Things seem to be a little more dangerous out there on the road than they used to be. Maybe it's just that we see and hear more than we used to, due to the increase of social-media and it's ease of cell phone cameras and videos. In any case, as a traveler you should also be aware of being a potential target while you are on the road. On today's episode Mark tackles the reality that as a traveler, you do need to be very aware of your safety. He discusses your housing, your vehicle and even your social med...2021-06-2232 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #6 - "Navigating a Bad Assignment" with guest Melanie Mosberg, MSWEveryone gets a "bad" assignment every now and again. It just happens. No matter how careful you are... sometimes things just aren't what they sound like during an interview. On today's episode, Mark welcomes guest Melanie Mosberg, MSW. Melanie discusses how to navigate a truly tough assignment. She openly talks about recruiters, the interview process, and most importantly what you can do as a traveler to get through that difficult assignment in order to keep your "head high" and live to get a great assignment the next time. A really great interview with some valuable information for the "evolved travel...2021-06-1654 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #5 - "Creating a Business Mindset"When you change your career to move into travel, you should also change your "mindset" to start treating your career as if it is your own personal business. In today's episode, Mark walks you through the areas of your "business" that you should begin to focus on. He discusses Cost of Goods Sold, your revenue stream and how to reduce your operating expenses...all geared at providing you your absolute best "bottom-line." Give today's episode a listen to start creating your new "business mindset."
#travelevolved #markholloway #businessmindset #travelnurse #travelingnurse #travelnursing #travelagency #travelceo #travelinsiders #alliedtravelers #all...2021-06-1050 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #4 - "Surround Yourself With Positivity"It is soooo important, especially as a traveler to make sure that you recognize who you have surrounded yourself with, and what kind of environment you currently are in. In today's episode Mark discusses how to recognize when you may be working and living with people that don't always have a positive impact on your life. Because of your "nomadic" lifestyle, this can exacerbate your negativity and can often be the main reason behind some of your more difficult assignments and periods of travel. Take a few minutes to listen to this episode to get back to surrounding yourself wit...2021-06-0450 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #3 - "Your Role as a Traveler" with guest Angela Croup, RNOn today's episode Mark discusses a traveler's role with his guest, Angela Croup, RN. Angela is a veteran traveler, having traveled for 4 1/2 years of a 7-year nursing career. Angela has completed assignments at Johns Hopkins, Desert Banner, Yale University, and Geisinger Medical Center to name a few. The two discuss the mindset that Angela has found to be a success in how she approaches her role as a traveler. What is it that you were hired through a contract to accomplish for that facility? How does your attitude and perspective change the landscape of your role? and finally, how can yo...2021-05-2959 minTravel EvolvedEpisode #2 - "The Social-Media Paradox"It seems like social-media has become the "go-to" form of information for the travel industry. We look for assignments, discuss facilities and agencies to steer-clear of, post jobs, and even make friends with other travelers all through social-media. Social-media can however, be a dangerous place to get your "travel" information from and through. That's why it is somewhat of a paradox of a source of information gathering. In today's episode Mark goes into detail of how and why social-media is bot a fantastic tool and a horrible source for your "evolvement" of travel... at the same time! A great episo...2021-05-231h 16
Travel InsidersEpisode #81 - "Travel Evolved"On today's episode Mark says "goodbye" to "Travel Insiders" and "Hello" to "Travel; Evolved." This episode marks the end of this series, but introduces you to the beginning of his new podcast and YouTube channel, "Travel Evolved."
Thank you to all that made this such a successful series and we hope you will choose to continue your journey with us on our new concept.
See you there!
#travelevolved #travelinsiders #markholloway #travelpodcast #travelnursing #travelingnurse #travelnurse #alliedtravel #travelallied #travelagency2021-05-1116 minTravel Evolved"Introduction to Travel Evolved"In this episode we introduce you to "Travel Evolved" and explain what our mission is for this podcast and why we believe it is so different. Mark gives you an outline of what to expect from "Travel Evolved" and a glimpse of some great things to come.
Welcome to "Travel Evolved!" we appreciate you joining us on every episode yet to come.
#travelevolved #markholloway #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelingnurse #alliedtravel #travelallied #travelagency 2021-05-0426 min
Travel InsidersEpisode #78 - "Relationships Left at Home"On today's episode, Mark discusses the challenges of maintaining those relationships that travelers leave at home when they "hit the road." Whether we're talking about spouses or partners, friends, or new acquaintances, it isn't easy to be away from them for long periods of time. We go over some creative ways that you cab stay connected and how new advances in technology can help keep you connected with those "relationships left at home."
#travelinsiders #travelnurse #travelnursing #travelingnurse #markholloway #travelnurseinsiders #relationshipsleftathome #travelagency #travelallied #alliedtravel 2021-04-2335 minTravel InsidersEpisode #77 - "Recruiter Training"In this episode, Mark walks you through what it's like to hire, teach, and train a new recruiter. He also talks about seasoned recruiters that might be new to an agency and how they are brought into the fold. There are a lot of elements in "travel" that have to be taught to a recruiter in order to better understand you and your motivations for traveling. How they go through their "recruiter training" is how well they can "sell" you to take offers through them and their agency as opposed to every other recruiter that has...2021-04-1759 minTravel InsidersEpisode #69 - "Hours 36 to 40"In today's episode we talk about one of the most quintessential aspects of why we created "Travel Insiders"... and that is the "extra hours" that so many of you experience if you're working on a 36 hour per week contract as a traveler. It's in these hours that we see so many of you allowing your agency to keep your hard-earned dollars.. with NO JUSTIFICATION, except to say that "we can't pay you any more tax-free." Mark gets a little "amped-up" today to say the least because he believes you should truly understand why this policy that almost...2021-02-2836 minTravel InsidersEpisode #68 - "The Learning Curve"In today's episode, Mark walk us all through the "Traveler Learning Curve," meaning that he gives our listeners an idea of how to become a better and better traveler. This is the entire basis of why we formed "Travel Insiders." We felt that if travelers were able to get through this learning process of how to be a great traveler faster, then the entire industry would become much strong and much better off. This is certainly one of those "don't miss" episodes. It is his and our definition of how any why travelers can become...2021-02-2240 minTravel InsidersEpisode #54 - "Covid"We finally begged and pleaded enough to convince Mark to to an episode on Covid 19. He has always maintained that this series should be "timeless" in order for travelers to share and benefit from it's contents for years to come. Because of that, he has always maintained that doing an episode that is specific to a "current event" might not make sense in the future. We convinced him to record it anyway. This episode therefore, is specific to travel during and hopefully, after the Covid 19 pandemic. We cover how agencies staffed facilities in need...2020-11-3000 minTravel InsidersEpisode #50 - "The Pie"It's Mark's favorite topic this week... "The Pie." We've talked about the concept that your total compensation is completely based upon an all-inclusive bill rate that serves as "the pie." How that pie is sliced up incudes vendor fees, taxes, and the agency's profit margin. the rest, is what's left for you, the traveler. Today we break this down fully, as requested by so many of you. Here you go everyone... here's your episode... "The Pie!"
#travelnurse, #travelnursing, #travelingnurse, #markholloway, #anneubert, #travelinsiders, #travelnurseinsiders, #alliedtravel, #travelallied, #travelagency, #travelnurseagency2020-11-0600 minTravel InsidersEpisode #47 - "Recruiting Tricks"We are the only podcast that to date, is willing to tackle this one! Recruiters have "tricks" that they use to get you to talk to them, get paperwork back to them, get you to allow them to submit you, and even to take an assignment with them. In today's episode we go over many of these tactics that recruiters use to get you to engage with them. Mark has over 20 years of experience and has personally trained literally thousands of successful recruiters. Give this episode a listen to hear what you may already know...2020-10-1600 minTravel InsidersEpisode #36 - "Live Call-In"We are live right now on TNI! Tune in here to listen to Mark answer any and all questions. Nothing is off limits. Should be quite the episode.
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2020-07-3136 minTravel InsidersEpisode #16 - "Staying in Shape on the Road"Mark is really in his element on this podcast! We talk about diet, exercise and even High Intensity Interval training. We know how difficult it is to be healthy while traveling, so this episode is a perfect reminder of how being healthy is all about choices and how to make them when you are away from home. A great, informative, and motivating podcast to help you in your quest to become a better traveler!
#travelnurse #travelnursing #exercise #fit #stayfit #workout2020-05-0534 min