If your supervisor or boss recently assigned you to a remote project, you may be excited about traveling for business for the first time. However, the experience can be a bit nerve-wracking and overwhelming. Fortunately, with the right preparations, you can enjoy a productive flight, hotel stay, and itinerary.

How to Plan Your First Business Trip

1. Pack Efficiently

If possible, pack all items in one carry-on bag. This will eliminate having to wait at baggage claim, which can cause delays if you’re meeting a client upon arrival.

In addition to business attire, include casual wear and shoes for less formal affairs and downtime. Considering using nearby laundry services or your hotel’s iron and ironing board to re-wear outfits and avoid extra baggage. 

2. Bring Charger Essentials

When trying to reach a regional representative for a lunch meeting or schedule a taxi service, nothing is more inconvenient than a dead cell phone. Make sure all mobile devices are fully charged before traveling.

Bring a portable battery charger so that you’ll always have access to a power source, especially in busy airports. If using a work phone or tablet, don’t forget to bring the required charger along with your personal ones. 

3. Inquire About Business Workspaces

Having access to a business workspace for faxing, copying, and printing will make your trip more efficient. Hotels that cater to business travelers provide these amenities, as well as in-room workstations with multiple outlets and charging ports.

Bring the items you need to make the most of the trip. Whether you work best with noise-canceling headphones or a business journal, being productive will encourage your boss or supervisor to send you on more trips in the future.

Days Inn in Jacksonville, AR, has all the amenities you need for a successful business trip. From high-speed internet to reliable computers, the hotel’s business center provides the resources you need for optimal productivity. There’s free, unlimited Wi-Fi access in each room and throughout the premises. If you need recommendations for nearby coffee shops or laundry services, their friendly hotel staff will gladly help. Plan your next business trip by calling (501) 982-1543 or booking online.