Meet the enemies of the WTJO, one by one

In a world where everything seems to move at the speed of light—congresses being held, alliances being formed, and dreams turning into reality—the World Travel Journalism Organization (WTJO) has not only witnessed the growth of tourism and communication but also the obstacles that try to slow down collective progress. And you know what? It’s not economic challenges or geographic barriers that do the most harm. It’s the invisible enemies, the ones who sneak in with a friendly smile or a collaborator’s disguise.

Let’s meet them, one by one:

1. Those who want more than they’re willing to give

These are the people who arrive with high expectations but no willingness to give anything in return. They present themselves as allies, but they’re really just after personal benefits—a distinction, a title, a trip, or a platform to feed their ego. They don’t contribute, they don’t commit, they don’t build. They live by the logic of “what’s in it for me,” without understanding that in a global network like the WTJO, progress only comes through generosity, reciprocity, and long-term vision.

These individuals are like black holes: they absorb energy without giving anything back. And the most dangerous part is that, if left unchecked, they end up contaminating the organizational culture.

2. Those who only waste time

Masters of indecision, of the “yes but no,” of the eternal “I’m thinking about it.” They promise, ask, consult—and in the end, do nothing. They don’t participate, don’t contribute, don’t move forward. But they consume valuable resources: time, attention, opportunities.

This type of enemy doesn’t show up with shouting or conflict, but with the lukewarmness of apathy. They’re like broken clocks in a relay race: they stall everything around them.

3. The haters

There are always those who criticize from the comfort of their chair, without ever participating, trying, or building anything. They attack out of envy, frustration, or sheer destructive habit. They don’t question to improve; they question to discredit. They don’t propose solutions; they just point out flaws.

They’re easy to spot: everything seems wrong to them, nothing is ever good enough, and their greatest skill is throwing stones at those in motion. And the more an organization grows, the more haters appear. The good news? They’re also proof of your impact.

Now, if you thought this only happens to the WTJO, here’s some news: these enemies are everywhere. They are the silent saboteurs of any dream, project, or initiative. The ones who hold back ventures, wear down teams, and drain willpower.  

That’s why, more than calling them out, this article invites you to recognize them. Because once you know who they are, you can clearly choose where to invest your energy—and who to walk alongside.

At the WTJO, we’ve already made our choice: we move forward with builders, not drainers.

And you? Have you already recognized your own silent enemies?