Season 2 Episode 3: It's not a holiday! The phrase we have all said whilst heading out the office door about to board an 13 hour flight half way round the world. We talk about our experiences on development trips and how to handle that jet lag!

In episode 3 we continue the conversation around travelling, it’s all about preparation and being productive - as well as exhausted! Buying trips are so full on, it’s the definition of work hard and play hard. You have to fit in as much as possible in a very short space of time, but it’s worth it - and remember that sometimes you’re just so delirious and tired you just have to laugh (or you’ll cry!) It’s most definitely NOT a holiday - whatever other departments might think! Sure you get to see great places, and experience new cultures and try new foods, but it is intense and there is no down time. Just take it all in, you’ll be running at 100 mph, juggling everything, but you can rest when you get home...and make sure you do!
The 3 things we really want to highlight from today's episode are:-

1. It’s not a holiday. It can be such an amazing experience, so much to take in with new cultures to and cuisines to try, but as we’ve said a few times, it will be exhausting, so be prepared. Take snacks, sleep aids and just embrace it.
2. It’s the epitome of ‘work hard, play hard’ - you will be working closely with suppliers from early morning to late nights, and then often eating out in the evening, taking in a lot of information, and also juggling your BAU and team management back in the office (from a different time zone!)
3. Think about geographical efficiencies in order to plan your trip effectively - as we’ve said, you will need to fit in as much as possible, so make it as easy as possible on yourself by making sure your schedule flows well.

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