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How to pack like a pro

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For most people, packing is a learned skill, not an inherent gift. I was definitely not born with the “efficient packing” gene, and had to develop a process over years of frequent business travel. Walking that fine line between having everything you need without bringing too much is a constant struggle! Here are my tips…

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5 things I wish I knew before my first business trip

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My first business trip was also my first day at a new job. Talk  about stressful! Besides not knowing anything about my new company, I had no idea how to pack, get through security quickly, or even rent a car. What are the things I wish I had known? I wish I had known how…

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10 Piece Winter Business Travel Wardrobe

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Cooler temperatures are here. Bring on the boots, sweaters, and layers! Of course, those boots, sweaters, and layers make packing way more difficult. That makes a capsule wardrobe incredibly important. I’ve put together ten pieces that can all be worn together, creating plenty of options for a trip. I’ve shown ten outfits below, but I…

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Tips for managing a long business trip: Packing

The most common length of time for a business trip is three to four days. But what happens when you are gone for longer periods of time? Packing for longer trips requires a lot more planning and strategy, and it’s critical to be as efficient as possible.  Planning ahead, carefully measuring the flexibility and durability of every…

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Packing tips for a 5-day business trip

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For a new business traveler, fitting all of your necessities for a week into a carry-on is a difficult skill to master. Reader B asks…. I’ve gone on a couple of business trips and usually check my bag. However for an upcoming cross-country trip I will be traveling with coworkers and need to carry on…

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Posts from the past

What was going on this time in years past? 2014 We discuss all the mysteries of Southwest boarding passes. While prepping for my next big trip I share my favorite 5 ways to be comfortable on an international flight. My own personal experience shows that it pays to know your credit card rewards! Should alcohol be…

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10 Piece Spring Business Travel Wardrobe

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Hooray spring!! After what felt like a never ending winter I am so incredibly ready for warm weather outside, and color and patterns in my wardrobe. For spring, I put together 10 essential pieces. These are very different from a winter wardrobe! That one was very focused on pants, where this capsule wardrobe is more…

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Road Warriorette Weekend Express

Hey readers! Got a question or something you want to discuss this weekend?  Here’s the perfect opportunity!  Whether you want to share an interesting travel story, a packing tip, an etiquette tip, or anything else going on in the business travel world, comment here and we’ll have a discussion. Travel tip of the week: Build a…

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5 tips for dealing with a crazy travel schedule

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Some people have regular travel schedules.  They know that every first week they’re in Cleveland and every third week they’re in Pittsburgh. Others know months in advance when they’ll be gone. Not me. Some trips I know way ahead of time, but many of my trips come up with just a week or two in…

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Building a Business Travel Wardrobe: Bringing It All Together

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Building a Business Travel Wardrobe is an ongoing series here on Road Warriorette. The focus is on the key pieces a woman needs to build a wardrobe that is ideal for travel. Based on the “capsule” wardrobe model, each installment will feature an item that is professional, stylish, and that travels well. Previous installments in…

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