theblackconsultantchick – who am I!

Hello world!  This is my first blog.   I will be blogging about being a black female and a consultant. I have been consulting for over the past seven years with top tier consulting firms doing ERP implementation.  Over the years, I have run accross some interesting co-workers, clients, projects, and just everyday people in my travels.  I have a lot of stories to tell about being black female consultant and I just said to myself.  Self – start blogging and share your experiences!

Tip #2 – – Staying Healthy While Traveling – Drink Plenty of Water!

Traveling will dehydrate you quicker on  an airplane than on land. The dry air that’s on the plane makes you feel a sense of overwhelming thirst due to the low humidity. Generally before I get on the plane, I will purchase of bottle of water and gum. While on the plane, I take small sips of water and constantly chewing gum to increase my saliva.  In addition, during the work week I try to consume at least 103 ounces of water a day – almost a gallon. There are calculators online that will determine how much water you should drink a day based on your body weight.

Sunrise

Out running this morning and I got to see a beautiful sunrise. All you have to do is get up and get out and you will enjoy the little things that this world brings you. At the same time, while taking a run you are doing something that is benefiting your health. Get up! It’s truly worth it!

Tip # 1 Staying Healthy While Traveling – Always Get at Least 8 Hours of Sleep

Always get at least 8 hours of sleep. Travel with comfortable sleeping clothes like a good thread count of cotton. Also, being in stuffy hotels every week distracts your sleeping pattern – using a portable humidifier keeps your face and nostrils moist and you are able to breathe better while sleeping. I picked one up at Walgreens that uses an 8 oz. water bottle. The humidifier is easy to travel with and I am able to pack in my suitcase.

Taking up Running While Traveling

I found of group of colleagues to run with near the hotel.  I haven’t ran in years and I am like 50 lbs overweight.   But I got to do this.  So I decided to start training for a 5k.  Ran today for 3 mins and walked for 1 min for an hour.  Struggled a little but I did keep up pace.  I feel good but mentally I have to train myself to get up out of the bed at 6 a.m. to go running.  I do have wonderful support with my colleagues.  One special colleague gave me this quote.  “no matter how slow you are, you’re still lapping everyone on the couch”

All the years of traveling, long work days, and eating out and processed foods have just taken a toll on me.

MLK Holiday

Company holiday to observe Martin Luther King’s birthday.  Unfortunately, I still have to travel today.  But I am going to take it easy and not get out so early this Monday morning.  I will observe this holiday for half of a day and then hit the airport. 

Arrived at the airport – Darn everyone had the same idea – airport security is crowded this afternoon!

Thursday’s Travel

I have to get use to posting on my blog. I missed Thursday’s travel day. It’s the biggest travel day for business travelers. Everyone is trying to get home to see their love ones  or just be at home and not in a hotel room.  I am trying to get out of Nashville, TN today. The snow is coming down at a fast rate. I got turned around and headed the wrong direction – away from the airport.  I am anxious I may miss my flight and the way this snow is coming in I maybe stranded here this Thursday evening.

Whew! After traffic and my direction challenges I made it to the airport and boarded the plane without any issues. Oh no, here it goes ground stop for 20 minutes weather in Atlanta – it comes with the territory 20 minutes is nothing. However, this irate passenger doesn’t understand the concept of air travel hurry up and wait!  He dings for the flight attendant and states “Why the pilot allowed us to get on the plane and he knows we weren’t going anywhere – this is expletive ridiculous” Flight attendant agreed and told him he would let the pilot know. For 10 minutes this guy is ranting and raving about waiting on the plane, I want to scream at him “Have you ever expletive been on a commercial flight before – give it rest” But the conservative consultant black chick will never express how she really feels. I just roll my eyes and take my nap. Oh by the way, did I mention no coach service on this plane. Flight is only 40 minutes. I have to wait for 2 hours until I get home to get that glass of wine to write this idiot off!

Hump Day

Wendesday is the worst day of the week for me while I am away traveling.  I am anxious to get home and I can’t wait until Thursday to get here.  I have so many personal things I need to take care of and Friday is the only day I can do this.  My face is tired of putting on a smile and appearing pleasant to the everyone.  Actually, my face hurts it needs a rest.  Oh my one more day and I will be on my way!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

 

 

theblackconsultantchick – who am I!

theblackconsultantchick – who am I!.

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