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☆ I've been to 20 Caribbean islands — these are the 5 I'd return to and the 2 I'd skip despite having great experiences.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-10 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

After visiting 20 islands in the Caribbean, I have lots of favorites and a few I wouldn't return to. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThere's a misconception that all Caribbean islands are the same. After visiting 20 Caribbean islands, I can see why the area is such a hot spot for tourism. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ 4 of the best practices and 4 of the worst mistakes employees make when traveling for business
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-13 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

This article is part of "Business Travel Playbook," a series about making the most of work travel. Business travel continues to rebound from the early stages of the pandemic as employees take more work trips. With professionals traveling more for work, Business Insider talked to three frequent business travelers about their successful habits and a few things they avoid when on the go. Eating healthily and exercisingWhile business travel can disrupt your routines, eating healthier meals and drinking plenty of water can help you feel more energized. 4 things successful business travelers avoid:1.

Persons: —, Donzella Burton, Michael Murray, Murray, I've, Anneleah Williams, Overpacking, Williams, Bridges, Overplanning, Burton Organizations: Service, Travel Association, Business, Kopin Corp, TSA, Bridges, Ireland Locations: East Coast

☆ 4 business-travel policies that can help employees avoid burnout and stay mentally well during a work trip
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-23 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

This article is part of "Business Travel Playbook," a series about making the most of work travel. During a business trip, employees are away from their families, their normal routines are disrupted, and they typically log in longer hours, which can be stressful. She said employers could ease the burden of business travel by allowing employees to take time off after a business trip to recover. Whether a work trip includes commuting to a nearby city or traveling to another country, business travel can be tiring. "It's important to be realistic about how much work travel you can endure and how much work you can realistically complete if your job requires frequent travel," Norfus said.

Persons: —, aren't, who've, they'd, Danielle Sabrina, Sabrina, Eric Snyder, Natalie Norfus, Norfus, Natalie E, Julian Buitrago, Ashlee Brennan, Brennan Organizations: Service, Business Travel Association, Employees, Employers Locations: AbsenceSoft

☆ 5 hotel perks that make work trips both fun and productive for business travelers
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-15 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Strong WiFi, a business center, and food service are some of the recommended perks. This article is part of "Business Travel Playbook," a series about making the most of work travel. Business travel slowed significantly when the pandemic hit in 2020, but it's rebounding. Last year, the Global Business Travel Association predicted global business-travel spending would reach $1.4 trillion in 2024 . She makes a point to explore a destination on each business trip, she said — even if she's been there before.

Persons: —, Karen Mitchell, Jen Catto, Jill Johnson, Johnson, Samantha Drucker, Catto, Mitchell, Drucker, she's Organizations: Service, Global Business Travel Association, Business, Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership, Puget Sound Locations: New York, Florida, New Delhi, India, Oakland , California, Seattle

☆ A successful corporate retreat should inspire team-building and creativity among colleagues — here's how to plan one
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-31 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

This article is part of "Business Travel Playbook," a series about making the most of work travel. Along with offering opportunities to brainstorm and collaborate, an annual company retreat can help combat loneliness, boost morale, and motivate employees. The importance of including employees in decision-makingTo run a successful retreat, employees need to be on board early and feel included in the process. Depending on your budget, a local hotel or lodge within driving distance of the office may be ideal for a first company retreat. The Knowledge HouseWith so many moving parts, it's also wise to consider hiring a third-party company to plan a retreat or to coordinate the retreat activities, Dolin said.

Persons: —, Brittany Dolin, Audrey Ma, Alex Barrett, Cecilia Sanchez, Leanne Mair, " Mair, Leanne Mair Barrett, it's, Nicole Dayan, It's, Dayan, Mair, Barrett, Dolin Organizations: Service, Business, Pocketbook Agency, Benefactum Consulting, Employees Locations: Perceptyx, New York, Atlanta , Newark, Los Angeles

☆ A strong exit interview could help transform a company's culture and bottom line. Here are the 5 best and worst questions to ask.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-25 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Exit interviews are a valuable tool for companies that want to make their workplaces better. Exit interviews are an effective tool for companies looking to make their workplaces better. "Exit interviews are seen as uncomfortable, time-consuming, and just plain inconvenient," Peter James, an executive leadership coach, told Business Insider. "Exit questions need not be complex but should ideally address what we know, what we think we know, and what we should know," James said. "By the time an employee has made it to the exit interview, they've already submitted their resignation letter or email.

Persons: —, Peter James, Chris Bellezza, James, Burgette White, White, Burgette, Desmond Attmore, Brian Wright, it's, I've, Devika Brij, Brij, Attmore, they've, They've Organizations: Service, Adecco, Employees, Staff Locations: America

☆ Offering 5-star travel in your employee benefits package could help your company attract talent and boost retention
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-07 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

A travel benefits package is a company-sponsored plan for employees that can include travel stipends or complimentary flights and hotel stays. With many Americans prioritizing travel, we asked three experts for their advice on how businesses could implement travel perks as part of a company benefits package. "But anything that compensates an employee, including travel benefits, should be taken into consideration when you are trying to attract and retain talent." While a travel benefits package can go far in attracting and retaining talent, it doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag. Though offering travel benefits is a relatively new frontier for companies, the payoff could be a motivated workforce and an attractive way to appeal to top talent.

Persons: —, It's, Barbara Palmer, Jessica Sterling, Heather Rider Hammond, Shea, Palmer, Gravel, Hammond, Foster, Jennifer Kraszewski, Kraszewski Organizations: Service, Recruiting, Broad Perspective, Jessica Sterling Photography, Gravel, Business, Shea Locations: Paycom

☆ Scaling up a small business comes with a unique set of challenges. Smart strategy and transparency with employees are essential.
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-15 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

The importance of outlining responsibilitiesWhen it's time for expansion, small businesses often face the challenge of outlining responsibilities with new hires and current staff. "When small businesses scale up, they often face problems in three areas: leadership, talent acquisition, and organizational culture," Szafranek said. How to minimize riskWhile running a business comes with inherent risks, small businesses don't have the same resources as large corporations. Experts also advise small businesses to implement changes slowly, create a well-researched plan, and set up a timetable of what needs to be done successfully at each stage. "The biggest challenge we face in scaling up as a small company is resources," Stewart said.

Persons: It's, —, Daize Washbourn, Washbourn, Roza Szafranek, Szafranek, they're, Leonie Stewart, Stewart, Jennifer L'Estrange, Red Clover, Clover, L'Estrange, We've Organizations: Service, Business, Bacchus Agency, Bacchus Locations: London

☆ Are TSA PreCheck, Clear, and Global Entry worth it? 3 frequent business travelers say they are — here are the benefits.
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-27 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

TSA PreCheck is ideal for domestic travel, and Global Entry is best for international travel. If you're wondering whether services like TSA PreCheck, Clear, or Global Entry are worth it, Insider asked three frequent travelers for their advice and experience using expedited airport services. For both TSA PreCheck and Clear, travelers can apply online but both require an in-person appointment to complete the application. Consider Global Entry for frequent international travelIf you take several international trips a year, Global Entry is great for getting through immigration screenings faster, and the service currently costs $100 for five years. Like TSA PreCheck and Clear, the Global Entry application requires an in-person interview, which can often have a long wait.

Persons: —, John Jennings, I'm, Shriya, Boppana, Morgan Angelique Owens, Owens, Jennings, I've Organizations: TSA, Service, Louis Trust, Family, TSA PreCheck, Accenture, Global, Dulles International Locations: Dulles, Virginia, Paris

☆ From selecting the perfect seat on a plane to carpooling with colleagues, 4 experts share how they get work done while traveling
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-23 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

To find out how to make the most of downtime during work travel, Insider spoke to four experts about how they maximize their commutes. Voiceover artist Vanessa James said, "I use lounge access as a strategic part of my travels. If you don't have airport lounge access, buying a day pass is a good option if your wait time is going to be long. Business law professor Robert Bird says he doesn't opt for lounge access when he travels, and he only needs a quiet corner to be productive. Long car rides with colleagues to a work event or conference can also be a good time to brainstorm or collaborate.

Persons: —, Vanessa James, Kristin Marquet, Robert Bird, Ryan Matzner, James, Matzner, Marquet, Bird Organizations: Service, Marquet Media Locations: Sedona, Phoenix

☆ 4 professionals share how business travelers can have an authentic cultural experience during a conference trip
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-20 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Four experts told Insider how professionals can balance work and leisure activities during a conference trip. "While attending a women's leadership conference on the west coast, a colleague and I made a beeline to the beach to enjoy a seaside cocktail, and I also scheduled a spa visit in between conference activities in Dubai." "I recently attended a conference in Boston and was enthralled with the old-world beauty of the place," Sharp told Insider. "When I have limited time, I make every effort to carve out time to try great restaurants," said Dr. Sekou. Take advantage of conference perks or connectionsDepending on the type of conference you're attending, you can tap into the conference resources.

Persons: —, Sara Sharp, Hunter Garnett, Sheree Sekou, Sharp, Paul Revere's, Bryan Clayton, Sekou, Garnett Organizations: Service, SK, S, Church, House Locations: Huntsville , Alabama, Dubai, Boston, Massachusetts, Colorado Springs

☆ 5 simple ways to stay healthy, avoid sickness, and feel energized during your next business trip
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-01 | by ( Mariette Williams | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Insider spoke with three travel and wellness experts about staying healthy during a business trip. This article is part of "Work + Play," a series about blending business travel with personal experiences. With business travel back in full swing, Insider spoke with three experts about what you can do to stay healthy on the road. "And if I can budget it, I upgrade to a premium economy or business class seat for some extra room. "When I'm on the road, I try to get some time on the Stairmaster and/or the treadmill," Alexidor said.

Persons: —, Efrat LaMandre, LaMandre, Jerry Justin Alexidor, Alexidor, Brett Keller, Keller, I've Organizations: Service Locations: Tulum, Mexico

☆ When homeowners associations were first created, they helped keep Black people out of the neighborhood. They're still doing it today.
▼ + stars: | 2020-09-18 | by ( Mariette Williams | Stephanie Hallett | Read More | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Today, HOAs are majority white and Asian, and Black homeowners say they experience targeted discrimination and harassment by their HOAs. Black homeowners say they're targeted by HOAsWhile the federal Fair Housing Act was passed in 1968, prohibiting racial discrimination in the sale and rental of homes, HOAs still find ways to exclude or discriminate against Black homeowners. HOA discrimination can also look like preferential treatment of white homeowners. While some accusations of HOA discrimination can be considered circumstantial, many HOAs still have "racially restrictive" language in their documents. Homebuyers may not have the funds to hire a lawyer, and HOA discrimination is often hard to prove.

Persons: —, Jonathan Rothwell ,, HOAs, Melchior Julien, HOA, Julien, Rose Vincent, Vincent, Xers, Rothwell, Banning Organizations: Service, HOAs, Greenville News, HOA, Business, Americans Locations: HOAs, HOA, South Carolina, Florida, Tallahassee, South Florida

Activists say that changing single-family zoning laws and taxing owners of vacant properties can help to create more affordable, accessible housing. Preventing gentrification through zoning and other housing regulationsKing Williams has seen the consequences of gentrification in urban Atlanta firsthand. Some cities are already starting to alter their residential zoning laws. Kate Brown (D) signed a law requiring Oregon cities with more than 1,000 residents to allow duplexes in areas that were previously zoned exclusively for single-family homes. Dedman said the way to protect residents from gentrification is to first decrease the number of properties that sit empty.

I'm a mom of two black children, and I know the importance of teaching them good financial habits to build wealth and close the racial wealth gap. My parents modeled good financial habits for me, and I'm passing along three lessons to my kids: avoid debt, use a budget, and save and invest. The three most important things I'm teaching my children are to avoid debt, use a budget, and save and invest. Save and investLastly, I saw my parents save and invest. While I do want my kids to have wealth, it's not just about a sum of money.

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