Subordinates often accompany their superiors on a business trip. And for many, it is difficult to decide how to behave with management, so as not to cross the line of business relations. Despite the unusual situation, the basic rules of business communication remain the same and do not allow frivolity or excessive looseness.
Transport
If a business trip involves a long stay in transport, you should think in advance about what you will do on the trip and how you will look. You may need a change of comfortable sportswear to travel on the train. In this case, preference should be given to closed outfits of a free cut. Shorts and tank tops with straps or plunging necklines are not permitted. If you plan to fly or travel by car, you should choose a set of office clothes made of wrinkle-free fabrics, in which you will be ready for a business meeting at any time and will not delay your bosses to put yourself in order.
Conversation
Of course, on the trip you have to talk about something. As with any business setting, topics related to health, religion and politics should be avoided. The boss may want to prepare for upcoming appointments. Gather everything you may need ahead of time and store it in an easily accessible place. This will help you demonstrate your organization and professionalism. If your boss wants to take a break and get away from work, read or listen to music through headphones. This will help you while you travel and avoid awkward silence.
Hotel
Business etiquette assumes that, even while in a hotel, you should not show yourself inappropriately to management. If your boss asks you to come into your room, tidy yourself up. It is especially important for women not to allow situations in which a violation of the framework of decency is possible. It is strongly discouraged to appear in front of superiors in a hotel robe or with a disheveled hairdo.
Working hours
Be prepared to work longer than usual on a business trip, although you certainly have every right to sleep and time off. Perhaps you have to deal with issues that pop up during the trip on the go, or prepare for meetings. Usually, most of the responsibilities fall to the share of ordinary employees accompanying managers. However, the legislation provides for monetary compensation for additional work in the amount of double wages.
Edge of decency
In whatever environment you are during a business trip with your superiors, remember to maintain distance and simple decency. Drinking alcoholic beverages, gambling, and frank conversations that include discussion of the work team or personal relationships are not allowed. As practice shows, such a "rapprochement" with the management has a disastrous outcome for subordinates who have overstepped the bounds of what is permitted, which is reflected in their career success.
