As with anything glamorous, business travel has its own set of highs and lows that make the ride all the more exhilarating. Exotic locations, opulent hotel rooms and sealing deals in skyscraper boardrooms can be intoxicating; yet just like fine wine has its own complex notes of highs and lows - let's experience this captivating world firsthand on this rollercoaster ride of business travel. Networking: The Unexpected Party in Your Pocket One of the greatest pleasures of business travel is networking. Imagine this: you're knee-deep in canapes at a chic corporate event and casually name dropping your latest projects between sip of champagne - these opportunities to rub shoulders with industry giants, swap ideas with like-minded professionals, or possibly form unexpected partnerships can be exhilarating and fruitful alike; like having…
Dear British Airways, It’s not me, It’s you. I really tried my best to love you and be with you but I think it’s time we had the “chat”. It sounds like a breakup letter – and in some ways I guess that’s how I feel at this very moment. So here’s the thing. I fly a lot in the year. Yes not as much as some people but a lot more than a lot of people. I’ll probably end up this year at around the 40-50 flights for the year. Not quite a flight a week but really not far off. I would say that 90% of those flights are on British Airways. The other 10% either with budget carriers (because of locations they fly) or they are an…
I'm back. I wrote a post about blogging in COVD times back in early 2021. I wasn't really sure where life was going and taking me. Jo and I were getting married. Life was super busy (and that's not changed at ALL) and I think that I was just suffering from blogging burn out. I wasn't really enjoying working on this site any more and I was finding it a little bit of a chore. Well Jo and I have got married! We've got a beautiful little furry friend now called Max who joined us July 2021. My work continues now to go from strength to strength. I'm probably travelling more internationally than I've ever done. I'm rapidly heading towards my "mid 40's" which is scary to say the…
Caravans and mobile houses are highly versatile modes of transportation for vacationing, whether with family or alone. However, knowing how to properly begin caravanning can be a difficult task with a steep learning curve. Practice, research, and experience are the keys to becoming a comfortable caravanner, and there's nothing like getting out there and trying a few things to become comfortable. These advice and suggestions should be helpful whether you're trying to set up your touring caravan for the first time or moving onto a residential site and want to know the laws. First and foremost, if you intend to tow a caravan behind your car or drive a mobile home, double-check your driver's licence. Different permits allow you to drive or tow various vehicles of various weights, so look…
As per 2020 Statista data, over 1 million sales, marketing, and related associate professionals were employed in the UK. As a professional salesperson, it isn't uncommon to have to attend sales conferences occasionally. These meetings are vital because they allow you to meet with other sales department members, key company personnel, and even new or existing clients. Therefore, it is critical to pack right to ensure that you look your best during these meetings. Please consider the following points if you want to learn about what to pack for your sales conference. A luxury timepiece can do wonders for any salesperson looking to meet influential clients and partners. It can complete your professional look, increase your reputation, and provide opportunities to spark conversations with others. Therefore, invest in an excellent…
