Sponsored by My Best Friend is a Bag: If you’re a busy business woman like me (and who among us isn’t, right?), then you know how important it is to stay organized. Even the slightest delay in getting things done could be the difference between staying sane and completely losing it (please tell me I’m not alone here). That’s one of the reasons why you need a well-designed … [Read more...]
3 Tips for Women to Stay Safe During Business Travel
Today, business travel is a required part of many jobs, but for women, business travel can be very dangerous – especially for women who travel alone. For all business women travelers, there are risks that you need to be aware of so you can proactively defend yourself from them. Being proactive and aware of the unique travel-related risks that you face doesn’t mean you’re … [Read more...]
10 Most Liveable Cities in the World
Sponsored by BOQ: Have you ever considered pursuing your career in a new country? When it comes to the best places to live around the globe, Australia and Canada are leading the way. In 2014’s "Liveability Survey" conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit, 140 cities were scored out of 100 for things like healthcare, education, culture, and infrastructure. Melbourne, … [Read more...]
Packing List for Women Business Travelers Going to India
Sponsored by: FCm Travel Solutions: While others are preparing to see the wondrous temples and indulge in fragrant curries, you’re heading to India to finalize a major deal or enter into a hugely lucrative joint venture. Once you’ve bought your business class airfares through a business travel solutions company like FCm Travel Solutions, you need to think about what to bring … [Read more...]
Best Jobs for Women Who Love to Travel
Sponsored by Corporate Traveller: “Who runs the world? Women.” Women who travel. Women who get stuff done. You don’t have to be handcuffed to a desk in your nearest capital city. There are so many amazing employment opportunities out there where bright, bold, forward-thinking women can make their mark and travel the world. It is absolutely possible for you to have your … [Read more...]
10 Must-Have Mobile Apps to Keep Your Small Business Going When You’re on the Road
Sponsored by Visa Business: Business travel can cause small business productivity to come to a grinding halt. It’s challenging for a small business owner to keep initiatives on track when she doesn’t have access to the tools she needs. But wait! It’s 2014, and you do have access to the tools you need to implement your strategies and tactics when you’re away from the … [Read more...]
Women Business Travellers: How To Find A Positive Work-Life Balance
Sponsored by Corporate Traveller: There’s a major misconception about the life of a business traveller. While most believe there’s nothing better than frequently living out of a suitcase, jet setting to exotic locations, and schmoozing with the big wigs over fancy dinners, the reality speaks a different truth. The drab airport lounges, long haul flights, never-ending jetlag, … [Read more...]
My New Traveling Office
If you are a road worrier, driving from client to client, the automobiles debuted at this years Consumer Electronics Show might make your life a little easier. I do most of my traveling on the plane and things like Virgin Atlantic's seat plug ins, and various carriers Wi-Fi make traveling a lot more efficient. When I am in town and driving to client meetings it is hard to be … [Read more...]
What Does Roaming Cost Your Business?
ADVERTORIAL: If you’ve ever been overseas on business then you know that traveling without your phone is not an option. A few hours out of the office and you’ve got a pile of email to read, missed calls ,and important decisions put on hold. If you have a BlackBerry or a smartphone of some sort then you’ve got everything you need when you’re away but at what cost? There … [Read more...]