Frequent business travelers who can’t remember the last time that they traveled for pleasure may find themselves loathing each time that they have to pack up their suitcase and do it all over again.

Although business travel may seem glamorous for many people who have never needed to do it themselves, it can be grueling and exhausting. If you thought your commute to the office was bad, try having your commute be going to the airport, passing through security, then getting on an airplane for several hours. Business travelers choosing private flights to travel for work tend to do so because they may be able to avoid some of the difficulties and stressors associated with traveling via commercial airlines.

Nevertheless, it’s true, traveling for business is no walk in the park with all of the variables it consists of which can make business trips a downright chore. However, by avoiding common mistakes, you can increase your chances of things going smoothly. Here are some of the most important mistakes to look out for and what you can do to avoid them.

Forgetting To Pack Essential Items

It’s a horrifying feeling arriving at your final destination for business only to realize that you’ve forgotten an essential element for the business meeting you’re supposed to attend. Or seeing that you’ve left something you needed to present at a convention.

As the guilt sets in and you realize there’s no way to go back and get it in time before you need it, you may start wondering whether it’s time to look for a new job.

Forgetting to pack essential items that you need for your trip is more common than you may think. Rather than letting this happen to you, try to take the proper precautions to ensure that you’re more than prepared for your travel plans. Make a list so that you remember to bring essential products necessary for your business trip.

Not Calling Ahead To Confirm Reservations

It’s always a good idea to call ahead and make sure that everything is ready for you from your hotel room to your flights. Since people are depending on you to get the job done, it’s your responsibility to ensure that nothing goes wrong.

Wearing The Wrong Clothes for Airport Security

One of the easiest ways to arrive at your gate flustered, or worse, miss your flight altogether is to wear clothes which aren’t easily taken off. When you’re going through the TSA line, be sure to wear shoes which easily slip on and off and avoid wearing items which you’ll need to remove to be scanned.

Checking Luggage

Skip the lines and waiting and don’t check your luggage. Not only does it often involve more fees, but you’ll spend up to an hour more between checking and picking up luggage during your trip.

Whereas carry-on allows you to easily arrive and leave quickly without any hassle.