Leaving a stable career to Travel the world sounds amazing, but it’s impossible, right? 

Wrong! Jen Ruiz not only did it, but she also turned her adventures into a thriving business!

Join Larry Sprung in learning about the inspiring journey of Jen Ruiz, founder of Jen on a Jet Plane, who transitioned from a career in law to becoming a full-time travel blogger, author, and entrepreneur. Jen shares how she discovered her love for travel, the steps she took to turn that passion into a career, and the challenges she overcame along the way. So sit back and enjoy hearing tons of practical travel hacks that can help make your travel dreams a reality.

Larry and Jen discuss: 

• How Jen transitioned from being an attorney to a travel hack entrepreneur.
• The significance of her 12 trips in 12 months challenge and the lessons she learned along the way.
• Tips on finding affordable flights and maximizing travel rewards.
• The need for more representation and investment in Hispanic creative projects.
• How to build up and foster Relationships with brands to obtain partnerships.
• And more!

Resources:

• Ashley Gets Around 
• Roame Travel
• Going – Scott’s Cheap Flights
• Thrifty Traveler 
• Women in Travel Summit
• Women’s Travel Fest
• TBEX Summit
• Financially Lit! by Jannese Torres
• Mitlin Financial  
• The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung 

Check out Jen’s Books:

• 12 Trips in 12 Months by Jen Ruiz
• The Solo Female Travel Book by Jen Ruiz
• The Affordable Flight Guide by Jen Ruiz
• 25 Ways to Work From Home by Jen Ruiz
• You Need A Vacation! By Jen Ruiz

Connect with Larry Sprung: 

• LinkedIn: Larry Sprung
• Instagram: Larry Sprung
• Facebook: Larry Sprung
• X (Twitter): Larry Sprung

Connect with Jen Ruiz: 

• LinkedIn: Jen Ruiz
• Instagram: Jen Ruiz
• X (Twitter): Jen Ruiz
• TikTok: Jen Ruiz
• Facebook: Jen Ruiz
• Jen on a Jet Plane 

About our Guest:

Jen Ruiz is a lawyer turned full-time travel blogger and author. She is a 3- time TEDx speaker, national award-winning travel journalist, and has been featured by outlets like Forbes and The Washington. She has been named a top Latina travel expert by Mitu and The Points Guy and is the solo female traveler behind Jen on a Jet Plane.

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Larry Sprung Host Mitlin

Lawrence “Larry” Sprung, CFP® is a husband, father, entrepreneur and mental health advocate.

Larry is the author of the Amazon Bestselling book “Financial Planning Made Personal” and the also host of the Mitlin Money Mindset™ a podcast that reminds you to ask yourself “What did you do today that brought you joy?®”

In 2004 he founded Mitlin Financial, Inc. naming the firm memory of Larry’s wife’s grandfather, Mitchell, and his mother, Linda. During his career, Larry has found that a lot of industry terms and concepts can seem confusing to outsiders. That’s why he works with the families he serves to break down complex financial topics into easy-to-understand concepts.

In recognition of Larry’s significant contributions to his profession, he has received quite a few awards. In 2021, Larry was named to the Investopedia 100 Top Advisors in 2021 and was even more humbled to make their Top Ten list for 2022.

Outside the office, one of Larry’s greatest passions is raising awareness for mental health. He spent over 12 years serving on the National Board of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and sits on its financial and investment committees. With his wife, Denise, he has raised more than $1.7 million for the organization through the Keith Milano Memorial Fund. The fund was created in memory of his brother-in-law.

Larry values his family tremendously and his desire to do right by his wife and two sons drives who he is in and out of the office.