Travelling to exotic places is a passport not just to 'finding yourself' but to being a more effective entrepreneur, according to a new infographic.
Those who explore exotic places return with a greater capability to lead rather than manage and have a boost in resilience and confidence, it claims.
It outlines six benefits, which also includes a strengthening of economic skills, as frequent travellers are often forced to strategize on a budget and get creative in finding the best deals.
The infographic was created by travel website Expedia, and includes research that 94 per cent of business leaders believe that travel experience results in a competitive advantage in the workplace.
This is due to travellers being more effective at communicating their vision and forming relationships with a range of individuals and cultures.
Picking up a second language on-the-go also helps to boost brain power.
The exposure to new ways of life was also found to promote cultural and business insights in globetrotters, who can witness a vast array of practices.
The infographic quotes philosopher Immanuel Kant, who theorized that travelling helps you recognize shortcomings in your own culture.
Finally, making decisions at every step of a journey, whether in a group or solo, was found to help travellers be more decisive and refine leadership skills.
Encountering new scenarios that are outside normal comfort zones can also lead to individuals becoming more creative with problem solving.
And acquiring all these attributes can result in a person inspiring their own team to go above and beyond the call of duty in the workplace.
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ReplyDeleteI completely agree! I am always saying, how do you know your place in the world if you haven't explored it?? I feel that it not only boosts character but confidence and creativity! It's sad seeing people who don't get out and see the world!
ReplyDeleteYou are right.
DeleteThese people who never goes out from their comfort zones, became short-minded and most of the time culture-shocked. And sometimes I pity them because it might not be their fault that they haven't travelled yet.
Totally agree with your points! And I like the infographic, too. From my personal experience, travelling has given me a more diverse perspective on life. This is what employers also look for because diversity in thinking is a great asset to corporate operations.
ReplyDeleteHello Fiona,
DeleteMany companies are now offering travel packages to their employees, not only as a perks and part of the job, but also to encourage them to be more diversify, thus creating more opportunities.
THIS was incredibly helpful and informative. I actually hadn't put a lot of thought into how travel helps me grow as an entrepreneur!!
ReplyDeleteHello Stephanie,
DeleteWhenever we travel, we discover many things including those tiny bits of information. And in the long run, we discover many opportunities that will make us stay longer.
Wonderful post and I do agree with that! "You will be more creative", well exactly and not just visiting developed countries, this is one of the most important point! :-D thanks for sharing it
ReplyDeleteYou are always welcome Davide!
DeleteI completely agree with this infographic! Traveling has definitely made me more resilient, confident, and better with money. Also I teach bilingual children and research has shown that speaking two languages is great for the brain.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your input and I agree that as a traveler, you should at least know another language that is majority using. Am living here in Asia and am trying my best to learn Mandarin and Hokkien language :)
DeleteI really enjoyed reading your post, I particularly agreed with 1 & 6 but with the others too! Very informative post
ReplyDeleteThank Miriam, and keep on travelling!
DeleteAlthough I have never put travelling in this context of being a better entrepreneur, I can't agree more with your article. I think that generally, travelling improves us overall. We are a better person from the opportunities, experiences and sights outside of our comfort zone.
ReplyDeleteTravel will help you to discover many things, and that includes the discover of cheaper resources which you can use on your future ventures, when you decide to settle down. Many entrepreneurs are former travelers, and any business persons needs to travel and explore their boundaries in order to grown their business.
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