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My Life Is a Suitcase

My Life Is a Suitcase

29th January, 2023

My life is a suitcase, and I am always on the go. As a consultant and a trainer, I travel around the world to help companies solve their most challenging problems by developing new strategies, managing projects, and increasing employees' knowledge.

My life is a suitcase filled with experiences from all the places I have been and the people I've met. Every time I hop on a plane, I am excited about the unique experiences that await me. I am a professional who constantly learns new things to share them with others through training sessions and workshops.

However, the following are key points to remember when traveling as a trainer and consultant.

  1. Always be prepared with your materials and notes.
  2. Make sure you have plenty of water and healthy snacks.
  3. Plan so that you can make the most of your time.
  4. Stay connected with your clients.
  5. Make sure your phone is fully charged so you can take pictures and videos of your unique experiences.
  6. Be aware of your safety.
  7. Be gracious and courteous to everyone.
  8. Stay positive and enjoy your travels.

My life has been an incredible journey so far. The frequent changes of scenery have taught me to stay agile and adapt quickly to changing environments. Taking my work with me wherever I go has also enabled me to build a vast network, experience diverse cultures, and meet people from all walks of life. Traveling is how I gained invaluable insights into how people live in other regions to better understand their perspectives and needs. Through this journey, I have come to realize that my life is not just about what I can do for myself but also what I can do for others.

About the Author
Charles J. Tawk, DBA

Partner

Dr. Charles Tawk is a Partner with Meirc Training & Consulting. He is the author of Scattered Thoughts for Business and Life (First Edition 2022, ISBN 978-0-578-33268-0). Dr. Tawk holds a Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) and a Master of Applied Business Research from SBS Swiss Business School, a Master of Science in Human Resource Management and Training from the University of Leicester in the UK, and a Bachelor of Law from the Lebanese University. In addition, Dr. Tawk is a senior certified professional by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM-SCP), a certified project management professional (PMP®), a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI®), an advisor with the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, a certified training practitioner (CTP) from the Institute of Performance and Learning, and an Associate Certified Experts Career Coach (ACECC). He is certified in occupational health and safety from Nebosh and is a registered organization development consultant (RODC) with the International Society for Organization Development and Change (ISODC).

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