Just Some BS

The Truth about Traveling for a Living!

April 09, 2024 Brandon Episode 2
The Truth about Traveling for a Living!
Just Some BS
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Just Some BS
The Truth about Traveling for a Living!
Apr 09, 2024 Episode 2
Brandon

Erin shares her journey from rocket scientist to events industry professional, managing conventions and trade shows globally. With extensive travel in the US and 10-12 countries, she discusses logistical challenges, particularly in locations like North and South Dakota. Erin highlights the shift to business development, emphasizing diverse team building and supportive work culture. She details her travel routines, coping with flight delays, and balancing work with personal life. Erin also offers insights into maintaining health on the road, travel trends post-COVID-19, and her favorite destinations and tips, including Greece, Egypt, and potential visits to South Africa and Antarctica. She concludes with her retirement plans to continue traveling with her husband Mike.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Erin's Work in the Events Industry
02:33 Erin's Career Transition from Rocket Scientist to Customer Engagement
08:00 Erin's Daily Work Routine and Travel Experiences
23:30 Balancing Career and Relationship
28:09 Maintaining Mental and Physical Health on the Road
33:10 Taking on 'Weird' Jobs and Finding Passion
39:45 Changing Travel Trends and the Impact of COVID-19
46:11 Dream Destinations: Greece and Egypt
48:36 Bucket List: South Africa and Antarctica
53:09 Travel Hacks: Packing Essentials and Hydration
55:21 Preferred Airline: American Airlines
57:13 Favorite Airport: San Francisco International Airport
58:12 Go-To Airport Food: Hot Sandwiches
01:00:20 Retirement Plans: Continuing to Travel



Show Notes

Erin shares her journey from rocket scientist to events industry professional, managing conventions and trade shows globally. With extensive travel in the US and 10-12 countries, she discusses logistical challenges, particularly in locations like North and South Dakota. Erin highlights the shift to business development, emphasizing diverse team building and supportive work culture. She details her travel routines, coping with flight delays, and balancing work with personal life. Erin also offers insights into maintaining health on the road, travel trends post-COVID-19, and her favorite destinations and tips, including Greece, Egypt, and potential visits to South Africa and Antarctica. She concludes with her retirement plans to continue traveling with her husband Mike.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Erin's Work in the Events Industry
02:33 Erin's Career Transition from Rocket Scientist to Customer Engagement
08:00 Erin's Daily Work Routine and Travel Experiences
23:30 Balancing Career and Relationship
28:09 Maintaining Mental and Physical Health on the Road
33:10 Taking on 'Weird' Jobs and Finding Passion
39:45 Changing Travel Trends and the Impact of COVID-19
46:11 Dream Destinations: Greece and Egypt
48:36 Bucket List: South Africa and Antarctica
53:09 Travel Hacks: Packing Essentials and Hydration
55:21 Preferred Airline: American Airlines
57:13 Favorite Airport: San Francisco International Airport
58:12 Go-To Airport Food: Hot Sandwiches
01:00:20 Retirement Plans: Continuing to Travel