A Business Woman’s Guide On How To Dress For International Meetings

In the last decade, more women have been traveling the globe for business. The number of women traveling business has increased to the point of nearly splitting the percentage at the 50 percent mark — 47 percent of business travelers are women. What’s more, countries around the globe expect to see men and women in…read more

Here Are 13 Safety Tips For Traveling Business

You’re a woman traveling for business. You’re out to conquer the world. Indeed, you are the epitome of a female road warrior. But the world has some opinions and expectations of you. What’s empowering, however, is that nearly 47 percent of traveling business people are women. Although these numbers are tilted in the direction of…read more

Global Business Etiquette For Traveling Women

As a woman traveling the globe for business, you’re on a mission to make a great first impression and secure your business deal. Similar to men, women must heed the local societal standards and expectations to make the most out of business meetings and transactions. For example, do you shake hands in a formal setting…read more

How To Talk To Your Kids About Deployment

As a military service member, you take pride in your sacrifice to serve and protect your country. You’re making the ultimate sacrifice to protect the entire nation’s freedom. You may be wondering, “How do I communicate this with my child?” It can be tough to sit down with your child and tell them that you’ll…read more

Spouse Deploying Soon? Here’s How To Keep Your Family Connected

As a spouse to a military service member, you face more than the emotional weight of your loved one being away from home; you also bear the emotional weight your children feel. The daily tasks and obligations of running a home will wear on you, and your children will need your support, as well as…read more

How To Stay Connected To Your Family While Deployed

It’s a trying time when you finally deploy for military duty. You’re making a sacrifice that doesn’t just affect you; it ripples through your family, friends, and community. Without you, our freedoms and country would be at risk. As you make the transition from civilian life to deployed, it’s important to keep in mind the…read more

7 Ways Dual Military Couples Can Serve And Stay

You and your spouse believe in freedom, honor, and service. The two of you are dedicated to serving your country. You work long hours, go on tour, and spend long amounts of time away from one another for the greater good of the country. Your commitment to service can put strain on your relationship, whether…read more

How Dual Military Couples Stay Connected During Deployment

As a military service member, you are dedicated to service, duty, and your country. It’s no surprised that you’re willing to sacrifice your life for others. You have a deeply rooted desire to protect the freedoms of those you love and the citizens of your country. What if your spouse is also a military service…read more

The One Characteristic All Strong Military Relationships Have

Your spouse is deployed, and you support them. The experience has been an emotional rollercoaster, but you have friends, family, and support groups to help you cope with the fact that the call later that day may not come. Anxiety, worry, and fear blanket everything you do. If you have children, the emotional weight of…read more

4 Ways You’re Wasting Time While Traveling (For Pleasure Or Business)

As you travel for business, you may notice how you’re always in a hurry. You plan to get to the airport early, arrive at your business meeting early, and make it home on time for your child’s birthday. But can you recall a time that everything has gone according to plan? At Sapphire, we understand…read more