Business Travel Quotes

“So, putting my faith in other passengers who told me it was definitely going to the city, I boarded a bus and spent well over an hour standing, swaying and trying to look out of the window to guess where we were. Traffic was solid, as expected. When we moved, we crawled. Eventually the bus reached somewhere that seemed significant – at least, somewhere a lot of people were getting off – and, sure enough, I was in the city, and there were taxis. The wrong side of the city, as it transpired, so a long taxi ride ensued. Nearly four hours from leaving the factory to reaching the hotel. I wasn’t doing that again.”
― Oliver Dowson, There's No Business Like International Business: Business Travel – But Not As You Know It

“All I do know is that the plant manager himself took me outside to the gate, waved down a passing police open-top jeep, greased the palm of the officer who was driving, and pushed me into the back next to a man dressed in camouflage with an automatic rifle on his lap. Sirens blaring, I was driven to the airport, scared out of my skin.”
― Oliver Dowson, There's No Business Like International Business: Business Travel – But Not As You Know It

“Suddenly, ahead of us, a group of men ran out of the forest and pulled a thick rope across the road. There was no time to look at them properly, but they didn’t look friendly. I still don’t know why, but my reflex reaction was to foot the accelerator and drive straight through – never a good idea on a dirt track, except perhaps for rally drivers. I’m not sure who was more surprised, me or them, but I found myself looking in the rear-view mirror and seeing men lying on the road, I suppose pulled down by the force of the rope.”
― Oliver Dowson, There's No Business Like International Business: Business Travel – But Not As You Know It

“There’s no one-size-fits-all way to get around a trade show city. Whether it’s Uber, subway, or a rental car, the best transportation depends on where you’re staying, how far you need to go, and what kind of schedule you’re on. A poor transportation choice can mean missed meetings, late arrivals, and unnecessary stress.”
― Lisa Masiello, Trade Show 411: The Essential Guide to Exhibiting Like a Pro

“Trade show shipping isn’t one-size-fits-all. You might drive a small inline booth to a local show or use a freight carrier to move a large island exhibit across the country. Your choice depends on your budget, how much time you have, the distance, and how fragile your materials are. Each option has pros and cons. What works for one show might not work for the next. The key is to understand your options and plan ahead so your booth arrives on time and in good shape.”
― Lisa Masiello, Trade Show 411: The Essential Guide to Exhibiting Like a Pro

“Don’t dismiss the show hotel just because it might charge full price. Staying at a cheaper hotel miles away means spending extra on transportation and wasting time traveling back and forth. Walking to the convention center from a 'more expensive' hotel nearby enables you to save money in the end and keeps your schedule on track.”
― Lisa Masiello, Trade Show 411: The Essential Guide to Exhibiting Like a Pro