From the course: Traveling for Business
Unlock the full course today
Join today to access over 22,400 courses taught by industry experts or purchase this course individually.
Create effective workspaces
So, you've arrived at your destination. Even if your job provides an office, you might need or want to do a little bit extra when the day is over. But access to a quiet and safe place isn't always easy in an unfamiliar city. This video helps you setup spaces that not only satisfy your requirements, but also offer local color that you won't find in an office or hotel room. The first thing to ask yourself is why you need to work on the road. Time you spend looking for a place is time you can't spend with colleagues or sightseeing, or sleeping. On the other hand, a few quick tasks when the details are fresh in your mind could save you a lot of time later. So in this compressed environment, try to avoid the compulsion to just generally do work. Instead, focus on immediate tasks that will deliver disproportionate value. That said, here are some things to look for in a workspace. Is there a comfortable chair and enough table space for all your papers? Are there convenient electrical plugs…
Practice while you learn with exercise files
Download the files the instructor uses to teach the course. Follow along and learn by watching, listening and practicing.