Career
Abroad is the ideal guide to facts on work culture abroad. Do's
and don'ts on etiquette, work ethics and conversational pleasantries,
find them all here.
Soar
in Style!
For
those of you flying for the first time- you’re probably either
tremendously excited about the coming adventure or absolutely
terrified about it! Whatever be your sate of mind, it helps if
you know what you can expect on the flight and what is expected
of you. Airplane
etiquette violations can land you in very embarrassing situations.
Follow these simple steps for a smooth take-off!
Boarding
If you carry excessively heavy luggage you will
need to pay penal rates for them. The airlines like it, you won’t!
Don’t
crowd your hand baggage too much. You’ll have a tough time lugging
it around, especially at security hold areas and when you need
to use rest rooms. Make certain that hand baggage is manageable.
Those that aren’t, are often tagged at boarding and checked-delaying
you and others behind you in line.
Carry your bag in front of you as you walk down the aisle. Over-the-shoulder
luggage can hit passengers who are already seated.
If you need to shift another person’s belongings while placing
your luggage in the overhead rack, ask them first.
Sit in your assigned seat until everyone has boarded. You can
switch seats later if you need to and if there is space. If
you are travelling alone and someone asks to switch seats to
join a family member or colleague -oblige. It’s nice to make
such gestures.
Settling
In
Don't monopolise the armrests.
Don't recline your seat all the way- the guy sitting behind
you may not appreciate being pinned to his seat- and may retaliate
by kicking the back of your seat rhythmically! Don’t fidget,
as it can be very exasperating for your neighbour.
Don't invade your neighbour’s "personal space". If your neighbour
is not too keen on small talk-spare him. If you don’t feel like
talking to your neighbour, play possum! Or read. You can acknowledge
his/her presence and then proceed with your work.
Feet often swell on long flights and you may be tempted to remove
your shoes-but never do this if your feet smell! Stretch your
calf muscles and wriggle your toes every now and then- this
will prevent cramps. Walk around on the flight only if the crew
members do not object to it.
Health
Tips:
• Pack all the medicines
you need in your hand luggage. Carry enough medicines to last
for the entire trip.
•
The air in the airplanes is extremely dry. To avoid getting
dehydrated, drink water, decaffeinated beverages, and non-alcoholic
beverages.
•
If you suffer from ear-pain during
flight, try a decongestant medicine. Swallowing often & chewing
gum also helps. Pinch your nose and force air out through your
ears- this unblocks them without fail.
•
Get lot of sleep before
you board the flight and also on the flight if possible.
•
Avoid drinking alcohol and overeating
•
Avoid using sleeping pills.
Finally, when on an international flight, don’t forget to adjust
your watch to the local time as soon as you step off the plane! Bon voyage!
