Top 8 Regrets as a Flight Attendant

TLDRA flight attendant shares their top 8 regrets in their career, including not being open to different bases, not learning the scheduling system sooner, and not taking advantage of hotel points.

Key insights

💔Regret not being open to being based in other locations.

📅Regret not learning the scheduling system sooner.

🍪Regret not saving Biscoff cookies for emergencies only.

🍽️Regret not eating healthy and working out regularly.

🌍Regret not exploring more during layovers.

🎄Regret not requesting holidays off, assuming it wouldn't be granted.

😷Regret not wearing sunscreen and protecting skin from UV exposure.

🤝Regret not introducing themselves to supervisors sooner.

Q&A

What are the top regrets of a flight attendant?

The top regrets of a flight attendant include not being open to different bases, not learning the scheduling system sooner, not saving treats for emergencies only, not prioritizing health and fitness, not exploring during layovers, not requesting holidays off, not wearing sunscreen, and not introducing themselves to supervisors sooner.

Why is it important for flight attendants to be open to different bases?

Being open to different bases allows flight attendants to have more opportunities for career growth and advancement. It also increases the chances of getting preferred base locations.

How can flight attendants prioritize health and fitness?

Flight attendants can prioritize health and fitness by eating a balanced diet, staying hydrated, exercising regularly, and getting enough rest. They should also make use of their layovers to explore and engage in physical activities.

Why is it important for flight attendants to request holidays off?

Requesting holidays off allows flight attendants to spend time with their loved ones and celebrate important occasions. It also helps in maintaining work-life balance and preventing burnout.

Why is it important for flight attendants to introduce themselves to supervisors?

Introducing themselves to supervisors helps flight attendants build rapport and establish professional relationships. It also allows supervisors to be aware of the flight attendants' presence and contributions to the team.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Regret not being open to being based in other locations.

03:03Regret not learning the scheduling system sooner.

05:49Regret not saving Biscoff cookies for emergencies only.

06:54Regret not eating healthy and working out regularly.

06:58Regret not exploring more during layovers.

08:03Regret not requesting holidays off, assuming it wouldn't be granted.

08:29Regret not wearing sunscreen and protecting skin from UV exposure.

08:53Regret not introducing themselves to supervisors sooner.