Welcome to another episode of Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where we explore travel through real-life stories and expert insights. In this episode, Alexandra Hoffman shares two contrasting tales that shed light on the varying degrees of incidents that can impact employees on their journeys.
The first story recounts an employee who was taken hostage while on holiday—a rare and distressing event that highlights the unexpected challenges travellers may face. The second story shifts the focus to a more common concern—an employee hesitant about travel due to a medical condition, delving into the nuanced intersection of health and travel.
Our host, Bex Deadman, reflects on the contrasting nature of these incidents. She underscores the importance of recognising the diverse range of challenges employees may encounter, emphasising that care and support from the company should extend beyond traditional business trips.
Bex passionately addresses the disheartening response of some who questioned why the company should assist the employee in the hostage situation, arguing that the responsibility does not fall on them since it was a personal trip. Bex challenges this perspective, expressing her anger and emphasising the moral obligation companies have to prioritise the well-being of their staff, regardless of the circumstances.
The episode also delves into the realm of travel insurance, particularly concerning pre-existing medical conditions. Bex explores the moral duty companies have to provide comprehensive support for employees, ensuring that their health concerns are not dismissed and that adequate insurance coverage is in place.
Join us for another episode of Talk'n TRM: The Traveller Files, where each tale is a lesson, and every journey is a risk worth exploring.
If you wish to share your own travel story anonymously, please contact Bex at bex@8phaseconsulting.com.
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Bex Deadman Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bex-deadman-aka-travel-risk-bex-70b92419/
Clemark Studios - https://www.clemarkgroup.com/studio/
Assent Risk Management - www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk
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