Things you will need:
Be very clear with the guys you select for your road trip that it is their opportunity to learn and that you expect 110% effort.
A business trip is a mini office with all the same procedures and schedules.
Delegate responsibility based on merit - no favourites.
Prepare for the meetings in advance - do research - motivate and inform.
Remember: Do everything as a team.
Speak to the Owner at a minimum twice a day - once in the morning and once evening. Be prepared to discuss what meetings and conversations you are planning, and the reasons why.
Send through gauges at 1PM, 3PM, 6PM and 9PM to owner
Game plan sent to owner by 9:30PM – 10PM at the latest (Impacts, morning meeting, atmosphere plan)