You Didn’t Work This Hard to Become an Accountant
July 18, 2026
Tools for Travel Coaches

When I started my journey as a solo backpacker, stepping foot into my 84th country, I didn’t set out to become an accountant.

I set out to redefine what travel could be… to turn those transformative experiences into a vehicle for healing, discovery, and purposeful growth.

And I know that’s why you’re here, too.

You’re building a business that’s an extension of your soul.

But here is the uncomfortable truth: you cannot scale your impact if you are constantly bogged down by the “administrative noise” of a traditional banking system.

When I launched The Travel Coach Network, I realized that the old way of handling global payments – those slow, clunky wire transfers and mystery fees- wasn’t just inefficient; it was holding back the freedom I started this business to achieve.

We are in the business of helping people expand their worlds.

We shouldn’t be limited by the borders of our banking platforms.

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The Shift from Transactional to Transformational

For a long time, I treated the “back office” side of my business as a chore.

But as I grew, I realized that intentionality applies to your finances just as much as it does to your travel itineraries.

If you want to run a global brand, you need a system that supports that vision, not one that restricts it.

That’s why the Travel Coach Network is partnering with Veem (referral link).

It wasn’t just about faster payments; it was about reclaiming the time and energy I need for my clients and my community.

Here’s why it aligns perfectly with the way we work as travel coaches:

  • Global Connection, Zero Friction
    We operate without borders, and our payment systems should, too. Veem makes sending and receiving payments feel seamless. Veem is an option that supports remote, global businesses.

  • The Power of Integration
    Time is our most valuable currency. By integrating with tools like QuickBooks and Xero, Veem takes the “manual” out of management. When your financial data moves automatically, you get back to the work that actually matters… coaching, connecting, and creating.

  • Elevating the Client Experience
    Every touchpoint in your business is a reflection of your brand. Using a secure, professional, and intuitive payment platform shows your clients that you are a serious professional. It builds trust, simplifies their experience, and lets them pay in the way that feels best for them.

  • Clarity = Peace of Mind
    We teach our clients to embrace uncertainty through travel, but we don’t need that in our bank accounts. Veem’s real-time tracking gives you that much-needed transparency, so you can stop wondering when a payment will arrive and start focusing on what you’re building next.

Reclaim Your Travel Coaching Business

You didn’t become a travel coach to spend your afternoons chasing down invoices or untangling international wire issues.

You became a coach to guide others through the process of self-discovery and to help them curate their most meaningful lives.

The systems you choose to support your business are the foundation of your success.

Don’t waste your precious energy on tools and invoices.

I’ve found that by aligning my back-office systems with the same values of freedom and efficiency that I use for my travel planning, I’m able to stay focused on my true mission.

Look at your current systems.

Are they serving your freedom, or are they costing you time?

Sometimes the most powerful business move you can make is simply choosing the right tools to set yourself free.

Your journey is just beginning, and your business should be as boundless as your spirit.

Keep exploring, stay intentional, and let’s continue to change the way the world travels, one meaningful connection at a time.

Click here to learn more about Veem.

About the Author: Sahara Rose DeVore

Hi, I’m Sahara Rose DeVore

I’m a world traveler turned entrepreneur, and the founder of The Travel Coach Network and the first ICF-accredited Travel Coach Certification Program™.

After solo traveling to 84+ countries and building a purpose-driven travel business, I now empower fellow wanderers and wanderlusters to turn their passion for travel into meaningful, impactful careers.

My work has been featured in 175+ media outlets including Forbes, CNN Travel, and Condé Nast Traveller.

Learn more about me and The Travel Coach Network when you click here.

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