Things Every Smart Businesswoman Should Know
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For any business traveler – especially a busy woman business owner - traveling can slow productivity.  But, it needn’t be that way.  Here are a few tips from American Airlines to help you maximize travel time and stay productive during your next business trip.

• Utilize convenience options, plan ahead to save time – Need time to make that last-minute phone call home or finish checking work emails? Make the most of travel time with these options.
• By-Pass Airport Lines.  With Flight Check In from AA.com/women, you can print your boarding pass up to 24 hours in advance of departure at www.aa.com/checkin.
• Skip the Ticket Counter.  Self-Service Check-In kiosks can help you quickly check-in, select a preferred seat, check your bags, and print your boarding pass.
• Know Your Flight Time.  Flight Status Notification on AA.com/women sends updated flight information directly to your cell phone, PDA, pager or email.
• Come Home Early.  If a business meeting ends early, you can confirm a seat on an alternate flight for $25 with American’s Confirmed Flight Change, if space is available.

• Join the Admirals Club lounges, the industry’s first VIP lounge – American Airlines Admirals Club locations are a great way to easily escape the bustle of the airport terminals before, after or between flights to maximize productivity, connect with home or simply relax.  Admirals Clubs have become synonymous with productivity, comfort and convenience at more than 40 airport locations worldwide.
• Admirals Club lounges are equipped with everything necessary to conduct business to make the most of your time at the airport.  By accessing just one lounge you will find a variety of options to help maximize travel time from business centers to private conference rooms to complimentary Wi-Fi powered by T-Mobile.
• Admirals Club lounges also offer several ways to help you rejuvenate while on the road. Complimentary light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are available at all clubs and select clubs offer spa-like shower facilities that are great to freshen up for a business meeting, for dinner or before heading home to the family. 
• Membership rates range from $300 to $450 or depending on AAdvantage member status. In addition, one-day passes may be purchased for $50 online at www.aa.com/admiralsclub or in any Admirals Club lounge.

• Get the best fares delivered directly to your desktop – DealFinder™ is a downloadable desktop tool that allows you to find the best airfare deals by simply entering your travel cities and dates, number of passengers, and your desired fare per person.
• Once you name your searches, DealFinder instantly begins looking for a match.  Results are delivered right to your desktop.
• DealFinder also brings you special news and offers through RSS feeds.  You can even add custom feeds from other websites.
• Create a profile establishing your preferences and DealFinder will tailor exclusive fare sales and offers just for you.
• Download DealFinder today at www.AA.com/women and let American Airlines send you on your way for less.

• Don’t forget to use the eWomenNetwork Foundation Business ExtrAA account # 756327 when booking your reservations - As a member of the Business ExtrAA® Program, the eWomenNetwork Foundation can earn travel awards to support their fund raising activities, with just a little help from members like you.  And you will still earn your personal AAdvantage® miles for every flight.