One of the biggest dreams any office worker has – or anyone stuck in a dead end job – is to break free and live the life of a digital nomad. On paper, it sounds fantastic. Travel the world, work and play, and enjoy life without the typical limitations of a 9 -5 job. The reality can be a little tougher, but there’s no denying that it is a seductive vision for many.
I can’t stress this enough: this isn’t an easy lifestyle! You do need to have the passion and the drive to be able to work on the road, and you also need the skill to build up a remote business. Outside of business, you need the tenacity of a traveler, as well as the ability to quickly adapt when things go wrong.
Trust me, things will go wrong. But rather than focus on the negatives, here’s how you can shaped a comfortable life around remote working from anywhere in the world. Firstly , you need a comfortable home base. Whether that’s a hotel room or an Airbnb, you need somewhere quiet and comfortable to get your business done.
You’ll also have to get used to being solitary. This is great for growing your business and yourself, but you may also want to expand your social life in new locations just so you don’t go stir crazy. After all, people are one of the great joys of travel!
Most importantly, don’t miss out where you are! Work in the morning, sightsee in the afternoon. Build a flexible schedule that works for you and remember why you chose this lifestyle in the first place. You have an envious lifestyle, so make the most of it!