How to pack your Consulting Bag - Business Travel Tips

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Do you wonder how to pack your consulting bag? In this video I share business travel tips, focusing on the cabin luggage that consultants will usually carry around for their weekly travel. In a regular work week, consultants travel to the client on Monday and come back home Thursday evening. This requires a well packed consulting bag. In this video, I share my tips from having worked as a consultant at different firms. I hold that these tips are valid for all MBB consulting firms such as McKinsey, BCG and Bain, but also other firms such as Big 4 consulting firms as well. Watch this video for crucial business travel tips and consulting travel tips. Traveling for work is a key part of consulting life, especially before the current health situation. I show you what is in my bag based on my old consulting routine. Packing your bag is a key part of every consulting day in the life! Learn my management consulting travel insights.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:39 Context on Consulting Travel
02:24 Exterior of the luggage
02:50 Shirts
04:25 Underwear
05:34 Shoes
06:35 Casual outfit
07:09 Sports outfit
07:27 Warm clothes
07:53 Ties
08:52 Toiletry bag
09:50 Suits
11:20 Wrap-up
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@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

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@markfortner1065 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Heinrich, I really enjoy your channel. I own a consultancy and travel a bit for work (primarily in the US). I usually roll my socks and put them in my shoes to save space. I find that if I fold the shirts, they don’t tend to wrinkle as much as the technique that you demonstrated. I usually bring a sweater and a vest in addition to a sport coat. Very rarely do I need a tie these days (but then my clients are mostly on the West Coast and we tend to be less formal here). A pair of slippers also helps at the hotel. Coast to coast, or international travel can be a bit wearing, and getting out of my shoes when I arrive at the hotel, is the fastest way to relax. I also usually pack melatonin for any long distance travel, which helps reset my circadian rhythms so I get a good night’s rest.

@Unrealisednostalgia 3 жыл бұрын

I would appreciate more fashion tips for young professionals. Too often the videos on KZfaq are made by people who aren't professionals themselves. Maybe you could do a video on how to have pieces that work in both causal and formal settings?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Daniel, thanks for your comment! Yes, great suggestion. Might indeed create more videos on this in the future! Best, Heinrich

@jasonmark6262 3 жыл бұрын

@@FirmLearning looking forward to this material. Sharp both inside and out. Thank you

@bethiciaprasek9415 Жыл бұрын

@@FirmLearning And maybe something for women regarding dress and/or what to pack. Not as many role models for females in the business world.

@thediscoveringpanda9154 3 жыл бұрын

Absolute lifehack: buying suits with two identical trousers, the additional trousers fit very nicely in the bag and solve the problem…

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one! :)

@lennardvdbrock3687 3 жыл бұрын

As always, helpful and creative content! Thank you Heinrich!

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lennard, much appreciated!! Best, Heinrich

@SharingtheRoad 3 жыл бұрын

Always smart finding ways to maximize your luggage! When you have to have formal attire, these are great tips and tricks Heinrich! 😊

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that - thank you for watching :) Best, Heinrich

@vr9374 3 жыл бұрын

Loved this! Can’t wait to travel and pack my bag like this again :)

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great :) Thanks for watching! Best, H

@nater9466 3 жыл бұрын

First! And thank you so much for this ♡ as an incoming McK consultant, I've been thinking about this a lot :D

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Nathan. Hope you took some tips away from this :) Best, Heinrich

@spoison3544 3 жыл бұрын

check the intranet or microblog, there are other tips and tricks ;)

@wimaTn Жыл бұрын

Very very very practical I travel a lot also and loosing my life work balance and I’m exhausted all the time I tought I’m weak I’m bla bla bla but now I discovered I’m not the only one like this Thank you for the content and your videos

@handokolie1992 3 жыл бұрын

A light but interesting content! And congrats on your 100K subs Heinrich!

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! :)

@dbsk06 3 жыл бұрын

Im not a consultant why am I watching this LOL

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Hope this contains some good tips for business travel in general :) Best, Heinrich

@gennarostrazzullo4685 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Heinrich, thank you very much for sharing your previous experiences and precious advice. I wondered if you could share some thoughts about how consultants approach for the first time to their clients (e.g. agnostic questions). Thank you very much. Gennaro.

@robertovalle655 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂🤣

@blooddude Жыл бұрын

I watch because Heinrich’s accent is brilliant! I just enjoy hearing him talk, and helps with my German pronunciation. Almost all my German friends have far weaker accents.

@yousweetpotato1 Жыл бұрын

Every KZfaq packing video calls shoe bags optional, in case shoes are dirty. Shoes are on the ground. All of them are dirty. Yuck!

@liortepper3619 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos, congratulations on the 100k milestone. Well deserved. Dammit, I don't know why but I never manage to get everything in a cabin bag although I pack like you did:)

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Just takes some practice :) Thanks for watching Lior! Best, Heinrich

@sushanttare9574 3 жыл бұрын

I also found having travel garment steamer to be a life saver for quickly ironing wrinkled clothes

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Yes trust that this can help! Though my experience was that most hotels can provide you one. Best! Heinrich

@SR-er6lb 3 жыл бұрын

As someone who is into fashion, I'm glad you made a video for business travel (and I must admit you yourself dress so good). Like you said, hopefully you will feature more about business travels especially the outfits for guys. For now travel is still limited but you gave helpful tips. Many guys will appreciate this video clip.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment and watching the video - much appreciated! :) Best, Heinrich

@biyoroolivierzouzou2834 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Heinrich, I just come back to comment and thank you for this valuable video. Thank you very much for helping us to become successful.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for your kind comment. Super happy to hear the content is helpful :) All the best, Heinrich

@elvenblood 3 жыл бұрын

You make me want to be come a conzaaltant 😏 Love your videos man, keep up the great work.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Go for it ;) Thanks for watching Claude! Best, Heinrich

@bruno-um9xk 3 жыл бұрын

This entire video is a tribute to Mari Kondo. Wunderbar. I use the military trick of rolling up everything, so I can pack lots of clothes (my fieldwork is much less civilized than his). I also have a cute bag (looks like a big purse) with a secret compartment for the suit, very useful.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, liked the rolling up idea as well :) Thanks for watching!! Best, Heinrich

@saminabaig5675 3 жыл бұрын

I use packing cubes and it’s a lifesaver!

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, sounds like a great tool! Best, Heinrich

@bjarnekeytsman2923 3 жыл бұрын

Now I'm waiting for the Firm Learning Gentleman's Gazette crossover episode 😅

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Bjarne, can you make an introduction? ;)

@muskduh 2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much!! =)

@tomato3347 Жыл бұрын

As a lady, I find this video helpful, thanks!

@JohnPValentine 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another helpful video. Hanging dress shirts near shower, and taking a hot, steamy shower after arrival helps to relax most wrinkles from travel! Makes final, quick ironing easier.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, that's also a classic.. thanks for sharing! :) Best, Heinrich

@derranstokes8760 3 жыл бұрын

Great video once again. I always buy two pair of trousers when I buy a suit. Sometimes I buy identical trousers, I sometimes buy a pair that will contrast with the jacket for visiting 'less formal' clients. Would it be possible for you to produce a video showing how to pack your briefcase/laptop bag as I always carry too much tech 'just in case?'

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Derran, thanks for your comment. Yes that is indeed a great strategy with the double trousers! Also like the "laptop bag" suggestion - might pick this up in the future! Best, Heinrich

@maxw5229 9 ай бұрын

I am missing a second piece of suit trousers and also some white tight tshirts for under the shirts, I usually do that. Great summary, thanks.

@Atcze 3 жыл бұрын

Keep your liquids (toothpaste, hair wax, etc.) in an additional, transparent bag that is easy to reach. I often put it into my laptop bag on travel days. This saves a lot of time at the security check!

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Yes agree, this is also an important one! Best, Heinrich

@conoromalley4595 3 жыл бұрын

Great video- would love to see one about the clothes etc that consultants wear

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Conor, thanks for the suggestion. Stay tuned :) Best, Heinrich

@GourmetBGourmet 3 жыл бұрын

Really helpful good video

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Super happy to hear that - thank you! Best, Heinrich

@DealFlowDavid 3 жыл бұрын

I recall the first week I went out to a client. Severely overpacked since the only limitation was my car's trunk and my regular luggage. In the end, most of my shirts were wrinkled, and I just used half of everything. There indeed is a steep learning curve. Essential to keep in mind when flying: Be especially aware of what you are packing during your first trips. Since you are now traveling with hand luggage, you might get into trouble with security checks for items you usually stash in your regular baggage. Rarely happens, but easy to avoid

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi David, thanks for sharing your journey and tips. Trust this is interesting for others reading this as well :) All the best! Heinrich

@gennarostrazzullo4685 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Heinrich, thank you very much for sharing your experience and meaningful advice (also on the business outfit). I wondered if you would share some thoughts regarding how a consultant should approach for the first time a new client (agnostic approach). Thanks, Gennaro.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Gennaro, thanks so much for your comment. Yes good point, these "getting to know" meetings are indeed interesting. Might pick this topic up in a future video! Best, Heinrich

@dhanaissimo 3 жыл бұрын

Arnold Schwarzenegger would be proud of your accent. Kidding aside, cool video! As a former consultant, your tips really worked!

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man ;) Appreciate it! Best, Heinrich

@jiaxin5000 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Heinrich, how many pieces of trousers did you typically bring? The same amount as the number of shirts or just one that matches with the suit?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, indeed usually only brought the suit trouser that I was wearing on Monday + a Chino type of more casual trouser that could potentially also be worn at the client in case there is any problem with the main one!

@sc-rq7zy 2 жыл бұрын

I miss some shirts/undershirts it’s preventing wet spots and some peep show between the bottoms of the shirt. Additional ProTipps: - spare Suit trousers/pants on every trip, they take not much space but you’re safe. - a spare belt and shoelaces (both failed more than ones on me during trips) - bring your collar shirts to a cleaning service -> you save the effort w/ ironing and they’re experts in folding - Let the cleaning service fold your shirts instead of putting them on hangers - much easier to pack and most likely less wrinkled. - Shows to the bottom of the suit case, bec.They are heavy and tend to crunch your other clothes - put the zip lock back in your business case, so you are able to put it out w/ your laptop at sec check point, Hand haven’t to open the suitcase >20j of business traveling …

@francinejaninesarmiento1797 11 ай бұрын

Your packing strategies are on point! 🔥 Speaking of packing, have you heard about the new Nomadlane V4 Bento Bag? It could be a fantastic asset for streamlining your business travel essentials! 🌈🎒

@mchandra2994 6 ай бұрын

Does packing cubes help in organising things in business trips ?

@spoison3544 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder if I will still fit into my suits after the covid break...

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Very fair point, do not even remember when I last wore a suit..

@ajb229 3 жыл бұрын

My wife packs two heavy suitcases for a week on holiday so I shared this with her :-) It might help her travel lighter.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hehe know these conversations very well ;)

@trishulmody 3 жыл бұрын

What about the formal trousers to be worn along with the formal shirts? Are those packed with the shirts or did you forget to include them?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Trishul, the formal trousers are part of the suit, you usually already wear them Monday morning when you fly to the client! Best, Heinrich

@wakawaka430 2 жыл бұрын

I would also recommend getting travel cubes to pack shoes, clothes, toiletries so that they don't dirty the luggage and keep them clean:)

@FirmLearning 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thank you!

@0109chr1983 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, can you post a video tips for the laptop and gadget ?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion - yes might do one in the future about this as well! Best, Heinrich

@gigantsquid 2 жыл бұрын

Did anyone figure out how to pack skin care? And body moisturisers etc. that are difficult to get into a carry on. And blow dryer?

@tatianabritton6258 Жыл бұрын

This might be a little extra but for my liquids I use these capsules from the brand Cadence. They’re a little pricey but soooooo worth it. Worst case scenario, I’m sure you can find a pharmacy or convenient store nearby that sells a heavily used product like body moisturizer then toss it at the end of the week when it’s time to return home. Blow dryers are almost always available at most hotels (I would recommend calling beforehand to confirm if one will be provided in your room, if not amazon sells mini driers).

@deddylukmanda3528 3 жыл бұрын

You bring and pack the hangers as well?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Deddy, usually yes! I get the shirts back from the dry cleaning service like this and found it to be quite cumbersome to take them off the handers and fold them properly..! Best, Heinrich

@moowam1 3 жыл бұрын

so together with your laptop case you might have 3 bags in total? business class? or are you packing for economy? that is always the biggest stress for me when I don't check any bags - breaking baggage allowance. Do you negotiate with ground staff? if so what do you say to get away with extra weight and/or extra pieces?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Moowa, thanks for your comment! Yes, depending on whether you bring the suitbag or not this will be 2-3 bags. It is my experience that at least in Europe, airlines are not very strict in enforcing these rules on business flights. This is especially true for the "premium airlines" like the German Lufthansa - as a consultant you will almost never fly budget / tourist airlines with stricter policies. In addition, yes, some consulting firms also fly Business Class, even for domestic flights. As a consultant you will also very quickly gain airline status with most airlines you fly with regularly - status usually allows you to carry more luggage. In practice, I never had the problem of somebody not letting me fly due to my luggage. Best, Heinrich

@ajb229 3 жыл бұрын

I think I would find the corporate rules difficult. I like to be a bit rebellious and individualistic and I wouldn’t like being told what type of shirt and tie I should wear in the workplace.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Love the spirit :) Thanks for sharing Alistair! Best, H

@carltonworthenlive 2 жыл бұрын

What happened to the pants & coats for the suits? I'm sorry but it's just not practical to pack a carry on, as well as a garment bag & still have to have your tech gear (Laptop, iPad, Chargers...)

@Santi_Mancini 2 жыл бұрын

Come on Heinrich, don’t tell me you packed your shirts this way….I’m sure they would arrive full of wrinkles! By the way the best tips I’ve ever heard regarding how to pack your business stuff (and some travel tips) was in George Clooney’s movie “Up in the air”.

@FirmLearning 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your perspective :)

@Paybackficker 3 жыл бұрын

Heinrich, how do i combine my romantic life with my job as a consultant?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Well, need to make the most out of your time from Friday to Sunday :) But yes, agree that it can be difficult. Best! Heinrich

@phillipj.moodie3077 3 жыл бұрын

@ PrinzPizza. Sailors were famous for solving that problem by keeping a "Wife in every port". Worked OK for them. Phil.

@Paybackficker 3 жыл бұрын

@@phillipj.moodie3077 @Firm Learning how do i seduce women as consultant?

@ioklmj11 2 жыл бұрын

did I miss it but what about spare pants lol. 1 pants for 4 days?

@robertovalle655 2 жыл бұрын

The German accent just makes it sound so much more authoritative and legit!! 😅

@harisharora5205 3 жыл бұрын

What about the clothes u would wear in the hotel room in the night?😅

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Haris, thanks for your comment. Indeed forgot to add a plain t-shirt that I usually carried to wear at night :) Best! Heinrich

@timklett 2 жыл бұрын

When is the video about clothing coming?

@FirmLearning 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tim, the video is no my list, but no specific release day yet ;) Best, Heinrich

@vibhoragarwal3448 2 жыл бұрын

night suit ?

@mystery0793 Жыл бұрын

What about a pijama? Or a t-shirt for sleeping?

@FirmLearning Жыл бұрын

Yes, needed as well ;)

@kostastet1646 3 жыл бұрын

Another element that should be included in the video: the maximum weight allowance of the hand luggage! What about this?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kostas, thanks for your comment! This is usually not that big of a problem for business flights (have answered this in more detail in one of the other comments). Best! Heinrich

@biyoroolivierzouzou2834 3 жыл бұрын

Please can you tell me a little bit about the content of pay link you provided (€4,99/month). Best regards

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Hm not sure I fully understand, to you mean the channel memberships? Best, Heinrich

@biyoroolivierzouzou2834 3 жыл бұрын

@@FirmLearning Hi Heinrich, sorry I spent much more time on the join link and saw the three types of membership. I understand, I'll plan to join asap to leverage the content of your video. Best regards

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

@@biyoroolivierzouzou2834 Great to hear that - thank you for your support :) Best, Heinrich

@TedBadin 2 жыл бұрын

Please, we need that video about consultant outfits🙏🏼

@FirmLearning 2 жыл бұрын

I will consider doing this in the future! Thank you!

@vballueder 2 жыл бұрын

Why not get a shirt folding device (not sure what they are called). About £10 and they fold your shirts wrinkle free and smaller than what you show. Plus, if you put your shirts in a plastic bag, your shirts definitely don’t wrinkle. Plus you have a laundry bag at the same time.

@FirmLearning 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing your suggestion!

@carolpc2373 Жыл бұрын

Hi! Could you tell me where from your accent is ? Are you German?

@FirmLearning Жыл бұрын

Yes, based in Germany ;) Best, Heinrich

@spoison3544 3 жыл бұрын

Next video, miles and more...? :)

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Hehe airline status for sure also a topic to potentially pick up in the future ;)

@dollydaydream43 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, but what about one for women?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment! Yes indeed a great and important topic, though I did not feel well equipped to do a video about this given that I do not have first-hand experience... Might partner with a female consultant in the future though to do such a video! Best, Heinrich

@maxsuliga577 10 ай бұрын

Do you really need to pack your shirts with hangers?

@trentoncarr 3 жыл бұрын

Sooo, luggage?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Luggage indeed ;) Thanks for watching Trenton! Best, Heinrich

@Knowledge_Nuggies 3 жыл бұрын

#firmpacking

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Love it! ;)

@aleksandrag-ska Жыл бұрын

What do you sleep in? 😀

@FirmLearning Жыл бұрын

Indeed forgot a sleep tshirt ;)

@peterk814 3 жыл бұрын

Lol these thing is don’t get a rimowa as a consultant. Anyone who travels with a lot of frequency knows this. Firstly it’s flashy. Your clients don’t want to see their money in your luggage. Secondly rimowa doesn’t have a suited and is a terrible use of space. Hard side bags are like that. Buy a Briggs Riley or travel pro.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Got mine before they got acquired by LVMH and prices bumped up.. pretty happy with mine I must say! Best, H

@Whoiskevinjones 3 жыл бұрын

Female consultants must be envious of how men only need to change their shirts.

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Very fair observation ;)

@unisoidtech 3 жыл бұрын

The lack of packing cubes makes me question if you actually traveled lol

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Managed quite well without them :) Best, Heinrich

@PotiusSeroQamNumquam 3 жыл бұрын

Made my day. Thanks Nttom.

@CharbelSalemSLA Жыл бұрын

Hahagsgahaha the most barbaric way of packing shirts and shoes

@somepro1849 3 жыл бұрын

So... no pyjamas?

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

lol noticed that I missed this as well. Indeed I usually had a tshirt that I was wearing for that ;) Best! Heinrich

@francescaadams591 3 жыл бұрын

Life tip - NEVER unpack the bag

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Good point :) Thanks Francesca! Best, Heinrich

@ET-zw4pk Ай бұрын

Sorry but this is more beginners. A road worrier would never pack this way.

@Spartiateism 3 жыл бұрын

Really need a video to show how to prepare a bag ? Lol

@FirmLearning 3 жыл бұрын

Received quite a lot of messages from people asking for such a video ✌

@samvelgrigorian8746 2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry, friend but your packing skills suck! Your shirts will come out chewed up.

@FirmLearning 2 жыл бұрын

Any tips you can share? :)

@flondon4495 Жыл бұрын

I use the “bundle method” wrapping all the clothes together. It will minimize the wrinkles. I do put the extra pair of shoes, with socks stuffed in them, in shoe bags and placed at the bottom near the wheels. Underwear always goes in a compression cube placed in the center of the bundle. Ties always in either a tie case flat or rolled into a ziploc back. Toiletries go in a clear bag, carried in the personal item so that it saves time at security (especially at Heathrow) and on long international flights from US to Europe. Also, when traveling from US abroad, always carry a first aid kit just in case.