The Authority Formula
Guest: Spencer Howard | Travel Rewards Expert and Founder of Straight to the Points
In this episode of The Authority Formula, George Wright III sits down with Spencer Howard, founder of Straight to the Points and a recognized expert in credit card loyalty and travel rewards. Spencer shares how he transitioned from a career in politics to helping others unlock luxury travel experiences through smart use of points.
They explore actionable strategies to maximize transferable credit card points, bust common myths about credit usage, and uncover how mindset and money flow play a role in creating abundant, experience-rich lives. Whether you’re a frequent traveler or just getting started, Spencer’s insights offer a path to travel better—without spending more.
Key Moments:
00:53 – Spencer Howard's Background and Journey
02:45 – Turning Passion into a Business
06:41 – Strategies for Maximizing Credit Card Points
18:17 – The Importance of Mindset and Recovery
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About Spencer Howard:
Spencer has been a guest speaker in multiple shows on YouTube touching on maximizing points – Geobreeze, Waller’s Wallet, Every Passport Stamp, and Miles Talk. In addition, Spencer has been on multiple podcasts such as Beyond The Lens podcast, Miles to Memories, and Saverocity Observation Deck where Spencer discussed airline cancellation policies, award trends, and more. He runs Straight to the Points, an award-seat alert pla
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