Do I miss traveling for work? It’s a question I get all the time!
To dive into this, I brought in two of my favorite ‘road family’ members, Tricia Cartledge and Mike Bright, to help me unpack what we really miss about life on the road.
Spoiler alert: it’s not the Travel itself—it’s the people. The friendships, the shared experiences, and the team that became like family.
In this episode, we reminisce about some of our funniest, craziest, and most memorable moments from the road. If you’ve ever traveled for work, you know that the best stories don’t come from the destinations—they come from the people you share the journey with.
Want to hear more road stories? Let me know in the comments
Thank you, Tricia and Mike, for a fun episode!!
LinkedIn for Tricia and Mike:
Tricia Cartledge, PMP, MCT, ITIL, CSM | LinkedInMike Bright, PMP | LinkedIn
Emily Carlson is a trailblazing executive, mentor, and international #1 best-selling author in the Healthcare IT and technology consulting industry. With a 30-year career spanning Information Technology, Project Management, and Digital Transformation, Emily has been at the forefront of leveraging technology to drive innovation, optimize healthcare operations, and enhance patient outcomes. She is recognized for her expertise in leading complex IT initiatives, delivering best-in-class solutions, and helping organizations achieve strategic growth through technology-driven transformation.
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Among her many accolades, Emily was honored as one of Consulting Magazine’s Top Women Leaders in Technology, Excellence, and Innovation in 2021. In 2022, she was named Mentor of the Year, recognizing her unwavering commitment to supporting and uplifting women in technology. She is also an international #1 best-selling author, further solidifying her role as a thought leader and advocate for meaningful change.
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