PlanNet Marketing is pleased to welcome Saima Shafique to the 20/20 Club! She says, "Hi, I’m Sam. I live in Buckinghamshire, I'm a single parent to my 12-year-old daughter, and I work full-time in early years education. Outside of work, I’m big on solo dates, self-growth, finding a really good coffee spot, and spending proper quality time with my daughter. As someone who can often be time poor, I value calm and freedom.
"Working in education means being tied to fixed calendars and term-time holidays. For a long time, that felt like a limitation. Now, I see travel as a non-negotiable part of our lives. My daughter is home educated, and travel plays a huge role in her learning. Seeing new places, cultures, and ways of life has enriched her education in ways a classroom never could, and that’s something I’m incredibly grateful for. All of these things have naturally led me to this business.
"What’s helped me grow quickly is keeping things simple and consistent: showing up daily, talking like a real human (not a sales script), and focusing on helping people, without trying to sell anything. I’ve learned that effort matters more than timing, and that you don’t need to be 'perfect,' you just need to start, follow the blueprint, and coach this down to others.
"A fun fact about me is that I will usually plan my solo time around whether or not I can find good coffee! I also love Tudor history, and will take every opportunity to visit historic places in the UK. I've also recently been to watch SIX the musical - booked through our platform, of course!"