If you’re like the majority of air travelers, you probably head to the airport, report to the check in, and let the powers-that-be at your airline direct you through the rest of the process. But did you ever stop to think: maybe that’s not good enough? What about those friends and co-workers of yours who always so comfortable and collected when they’re preparing to fly, and never seem to get slammed by an unexpected delay or a last-minute terminal change? What secrets are they hiding from you?

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WomenCo has gathered five cunning ways to break the habit of airport complacency, and to help you become a stronger advocate for your own timeliness and preparedness:

1. Get Serious Status Reports in Real-Time

2. Become a Lawyer For a Day

3. Check in Online, Check in Early

4. Know Your Alternatives

5. Learn Airport Layouts and Airline Phone Numbers