Originally posted on June 7, 2016 @ 10:08 am
These days, running a business, or even being a part of a business, has more all-encompassing facets than ever before. There isn’t as much separation between who you are as a person, and who or what you represent as a person. Because there’s so much constant observation going on (and even recording of those observations), it’s extremely important that when you travel as a business person, you also travel as a brand.
To help explain this concept, go over the tips below, including being aware of your clothing at all times when traveling on business, thinking photographically, using social media wisely when you’re on the go, making sure you never run out of power for your devices, and knowing that the further you think ahead, the better the end results are going to be.
Be Aware Of Your Clothing At All Times
Especially when you’re traveling as part of a business journey, you want to be very specific about your clothes. This used to mean things more along the line of wearing a suit and tie, but depending on your industry now, this could mean wearing more of the latest hip clothing and wearing the newest shoe arrivals. Know your audience en route and at your destination.
Think Photographically
If you’re acting as the member of a brand, think photographically from an external viewpoint. If someone were to take a photo of you, what would it look like? Does your appearance and your demeanor accurately represent what your company stands for? If there’s a discrepancy here, and you’re on business travel, you may want to consider adjusting some of your personal parameters.
Use Social Media Wisely
Your social media timeline directly correlates with your business media timeline, so if you consider how to use social media for your business advantage, you’ll see that especially when traveling, you have extra options to consider. What posts will you be putting up that showcase the fact that you’re traveling? What other people or companies will be involved in your posts for organic cross promotion opportunities? These are important considerations these days.
Don’t Run Out of Juice
So far as travel tips go, one of the worst things that can happen to you is your phone dies, your computer dies, or your tablet dies, and you have no way to recharge. To prevent this, stock up on portable chargers before you leave.
The Further You Think Ahead, the Better
To be the best brand that you can when you travel, the further ahead you think, the better. Collect the right materials, buy the right clothes, think from the outside perspective inside of the inside one, and remember that social media can be your friend as long as you have a plan in mind before you start the public posting process.