Meeting in person with your remote team is a must, no matter where in the world they contribute from. Fortunately, the trip to LatAm is less stressful than many other forms of intercontinental collaboration.
Time Zone Harmony
Flying across the US can lead to significant jet lag upon arrival at your final destination. One of the perks of making the trek to LatAm is that half of the region is on NYC time, and the other half is just one hour ahead of it. The geographical lineup is ideal, as some of the most common destinations generally take about eight hours to fly down to from Texas, but the jet lag is practically nonexistent.
“It’s the same experience getting off a plane in New York City as it is in Montevideo or Buenos Aires.” - Frank Licea, founder & CTO
In-Flight Focus
The best way to get much-needed work done is with no interruptions or distractions — but sometimes, the only workdays with no interruptions are the ones spent soaring through the sky with no Internet. Being free from Slack notifications, emails, and constant work-centric alerts provides the optimal environment to go over the presentation or make some notes on your speech. Clear your head and organize your thoughts so when you go to meet your team, they are meeting the real you — not the distracted version of you.
Strategizing is best done with your full attention, so take breaks for snacks or a few chapters of a novel. However, know that this time is rare for people in leadership positions. Utilize it to ensure you and your team get the most out of a journey to the Southern Hemisphere.
“I get some of my best thinking done when I’m traveling down south.” - Jacqueline Samira, founder & CEO
No-Stress Rest
The burden of everyday responsibilities can put pressure and strain on even the most grindset-minded individuals. Flying to LatAm can provide a break from the stress-laden nights we suffer from time to time. It may not be a memory foam mattress, but sleeping a solid eight hours on the plane down south can be surprisingly refreshing, especially for those who jolt awake at nightmares of kanban boards and quarterly reports.
Many flights to LatAm depart in the evening and arrive the following morning, allowing you to get a good night’s rest and feel refreshed when you land in a new environment. You should be as thrilled to meet your new team as they are to meet you, so remember to relax and enjoy the next chapter of your company’s growth with them.
A Trip with Howdy
Latin America's proximity makes it ideal for hiring top tech teams, not just because of the ease of communication but also because of the ease of travel. Reach out if you or someone on your team is interested in joining Jacqueline and Frank on their next trip to Latin America.