Business trips offer a great opportunity for business associates to sell products and services, network with other companies and industries, and ultimately make business advancements.
But while company-related travel can have a very positive effect on businesses, they can also wear down on individuals who have to travel for work all the time.
Being away from home isn't easy - even if it's to strike great company deals and build a better business.
But there are ways to help the frequent business traveller feel more at home when they're travelling for work.
To begin, it's always a good idea to take a few of your favourite - or most comforting - items with you when you travel.
Some people like to pack their comfortable slippers along on every business trip, while others might take along a good book or some aromatherapy candles to light while they unwind after a day of meetings.
If you have a family or children at home, you might take a small picture of them to prop up on your nightstand - just to make it more like home.
Or, consider taking some of your favourite soothing music along, for when you're getting ready for a meeting in the morning, or to relaxing at night.
Another step you can take to make yourself feel more at home during business trips is to stay in serviced apartments.
Serviced apartments are a great alternative to hotels for various reasons - one of the most prominent being that they feel more personal.
Another advantage is that serviced apartments are cost effective, with utility bills usually included and rates applying to per apartment rather than per person.
And, of course, serviced apartments offer a highly flexible accommodation option as well - which means you can hold meetings in your apartment, stay with colleagues at no extra charge for more people in the apartment, and include extra services - such as room service, concierge and laundry/dry cleaning - if necessary.
All in all, serviced apartments will make you feel like you're coming back to a home rather than simply a hotel room -- which can make all the difference when you travel frequently on business.
So, whether you choose to carry your slippers with you on every business trip to London, or stay in serviced apartments in Edinburgh while travelling to Scotland's capital for work, keep in mind that even the smallest details can help you feel at home.