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June 2, 2025 58 mins

Here's what to expect on the podcast:

  • Jim's journey that sparked his passion for travel.
  • Jim's unique view of purposeful travel.
  • How travel can deepen your connection to the world and yourself.
  • What made Jim decide to become an author and share his unique travel experiences?
  • Jim's books and his inspiring poetry collections.
  • And much more!

 

About Jim:

Jim Menge, a travel raconteur, published author, and global adventurer, has set foot in over 100 countries and six continents. Jim’s passion for exploring the world—and sharing its wonders—shines through his acclaimed books like Never Travel in a Straight Line and Ode of the Traveler. A blogger, poet, and traveler at heart, Jim has made travel not just his profession but his purpose. With a unique ability to blend humor, insight, and the bittersweet beauty of exploration, he inspires others to embrace the journey, wherever it may lead.

Jim Menge has been at the forefront of travel innovation for over three decades, leading at American Airlines, Sabre, and Virtuoso. His unique blend of strategic leadership and personal passion for exploration gives him rare insight into both the business of travel and the human connections that shape it.

Whether trekking the Atacama Desert, walking the ancient Camino de Santiago, or navigating boardrooms in the world’s largest cities, he approaches each journey with curiosity, adaptability, and a deep appreciation for the unexpected.

His book, Never Travel in a Straight Line, captures his philosophy that life’s most meaningful moments emerge from detours, not destinations. Through engaging storytelling and practical wisdom, he challenges us to look beyond rigid itineraries—both in travel and in life.

As a keynote speaker and executive coach, Jim helps individuals and organizations embrace change, turn challenges into opportunities, and redefine success on their own terms. His coaching explores how stepping outside comfort zones drives transformation—and how neglecting self-care can lead to stress, burnout, and emotional exhaustion, diminishing both productivity and well-being.

Because in the end… the road less traveled isn’t just an adventure—it’s a mindset.

 

Connect with Jim Menge!

Website: https://www.jimmenge.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmenge/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/james.menge.12

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmenge/

Books:

Never Travel In A Straight Line: Discovering Travel's True Purpose https://tinyurl.com/5d67nwkn

Never Travel In A Straight Line: Self Leadership Strategies to Discover Your Life's Purpose and Live Your Passions https://tinyurl.com/2tahs7fn

The ODE Series: Travel. In Verse. Love. Solitude. Frustration. Each book is a journey. (Upcoming releases and more information available on Jim's website.)

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