Trips are always enjoyable unless we associate our work with them. The general perception among people about business trips is that they are uncomfortable and unavoidable. We can help you very little on the latter part, but for the uncomfortable part of the business trip, we have some tips for the business travellers that will help them have a very comfortable business trip because adding a little fun to business is the least we should be guilty of!
Here are some tips:
- Carry both formal and casual attire.
Many people tend to pack only business attire while travelling for work. We understand that the workplace requires a certain way of dressing. But one never knows when your client might invite you for a casual meetup. Also, if you get time, you may explore the place of your visit, and I’m sure a three-piece suit for exploration in a beautiful city is not a very comforting idea.
- Pack small and compact.
Carrying large suitcases and trolley bags can be tiring as well as uncomfortable for business trips, which are generally short. Try to stick to compact packing and pack your stuff in carry-on bags only. This will not just save you time spent on baggage claim but also make it easy to carry.
- Carry a handy emergency kit.
It is a big hassle to find our same routine medicines at the drugstore in a new country or new city. Being careful with our health, we should always pack our prescribed medicines if any and other necessary medicines while travelling, especially on a business trip, because the last thing we would want to do is give presentations or attend meetings while being sick, thus affecting not just your work but your health too.
- Choose to fly non-stop whenever possible.
Layovers are tiring and are also a cause of delays. Plan your trip so that you get to spend more time in the city than on the flights and delays.
- Your priority should be your comfort.
We often ignore this part while planning our business trips, mostly leading to a bad business trip. Right from the time of travel to the place of stay, everything should be well planned with your comfort as a top priority.
- Charge all your electronic devices well in advance.
It’s always better to charge your electronic devices for your business trip well in advance. You never know when you might have to take up a virtual meeting or prepare for a meeting at the last minute. Also, carry a battery backup while travelling. One is never sure about finding the plug when needed.
- Say yes to water and no to alcohol.
The last thing one would want is to be hungover for a meeting. So from the day prior to the trip and during the trip, choose water over alcohol.
- Choose a hotel near your work location.
It is always advised to book your stay at a place near your work destination. This will give you more time to rest and prepare rather than spend more time travelling.
- Store your receipts.
Your business trips are sponsored by the company, and so are the expenses incurred during the trip. To get a claim for those expenditures, it is advised to keep receipts of all your expenditures safe and report the expenses incurred to the company.
- Greet your client with a “Thank You” email.
Send an email of appreciation to your client for their time if your meeting went well. This will for sure give a better picture of you to your client and build a healthy business relationship.
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