061: Celebrate The Unknown: How To Pivot in Life, Business and Travel with Marisa Folz McConnell

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Are you willing to step into the unknown to bring your dreams to life? In this episode of the Transform with Travel podcast, I had an enlightening conversation with Marisa Folz McConnell, a visionary entrepreneur behind The Wander Shop.

The Wander Shop was born out of Marisa's love for travel and fashion. Initially envisioned as a mobile store, Marisa's ingenuity and grit saw it evolve into a lifestyle boutique that supports local brands and artisans. With every change in her business model—from pop-up events and roaming Airstreams to stable retail locations—Marisa demonstrates the importance of flexibility and intuition in entrepreneurial success.

Travel has been a major influence on Marisa's fashion sense and business ethos. She draws inspiration from California’s laid-back style and Italy's classic elegance, incorporating versatile, timeless fashion pieces in her store. Trend forecasting for 2025 sees the return of baggy jeans and bold colors, and Marisa advises building a capsule wardrobe that balances the trendy with the timeless.

Marisa's story is a reminder to trust your instincts and seize opportunities when they arise. Her willingness to embrace risks and adapt to new circumstances offers a valuable lesson for anyone looking to transform their vision into reality.

If Marisa’s journey has sparked your wanderlust or inspired you to explore new territories in your own life, I'd be thrilled to assist. Contact me for a complimentary 20-minute consultation to start planning your next adventure using this link: https://transform-with-travel.captivate.fm/book-a-call

Until next time, explore boldly and dream big.

We talk about:

• 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
• 01:48 Marisa's Journey with The Wander Shop
• 03:53 True Truths and a Lie: Travel Edition
• 05:01 The Origin of The Wander Shop
• 08:25 Expanding and Embracing Change
• 09:54 Balancing Passion and Practicality
• 11:44 The Power of Community and Creativity
• 24:26 Travel Inspirations and Packing Tips
• 29:49 Packing Strategies and Outfit Planning
• 30:49 Content Creation and Brand Building
• 35:10 Joshua Tree Bachelorette Party
• 39:54 Planning the Perfect Girls Trip
• 44:49 Fashion Trends for 2025
• 53:49 Final Thoughts

Connect with Marisa

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tothewandershop
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tothewandershop
• https://thewandershop.com/

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More Episodes Like This?

• Episode 59: How To Create a Vision Board For Travel
• Episode 42: Travel In Style - Revolutionizing Fashion & Travel

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