“Life is too short to be stuck in a rat race. Escape, explore, and work where your heart calls you.”
When the daily grind takes away your creativity and you feel as if the walls of your office are closing in on you, it’s high time for a change. Step out of the rat race and embrace a new adventure: life as a digital nomad, with or without your loved ones. Take the plunge into a world full of freedom and flexibility to travel the world
What is digital nomadism?
The life of a digital nomad can be described as ‘working and traveling, without being physically bound to a fixed location’. Whether it’s from a tropical beach in Bali, the high plains of the Andes or a chalet somewhere in peaceful greenery, as a digital nomad you can work from wherever you want.
Who is digital nomadism for?
Digital nomadism offers opportunities for just about anyone who prefers freedom to entrenched routines. More than ever, this lifestyle is gaining popularity around the world. The concept of working remotely can be interesting for just about any target group: a family, a couple, together with friends and colleagues, or just alone.
How does the digital nomad lifestyle work?
Before embarking on a digital nomad life, it is crucial to take a moment to consider the following questions:
– What destination suits me or my family in terms of interests and needs?
– What type of travel schedule do I want to adopt?
– What form of living should I choose as suitable housing?
– What forms of educational support are available?
These should form your first steps in how to become a digital nomad. Don’t forget to consider the lifeline of your work: a reliable and fast internet connection, wherever you are.
Advantages and disadvantages of being a digital nomad
The advantages of working remotely are manifold. You are very free and have the opportunity to discover new cultures. Because you depend on each other, you become closer as a family and create unforgettable memories together. Unique experiences present themselves and your commute is no longer a hurdle to take. You can read more about this in the blog “Remote working: the main benefits at a glance.”
However, with the many challenges that come with being a nomad, there is also a downside. After all, traveling around often involves uncertainty, something that not everyone can handle equally well. You will also have to look for a new work-life balance, something that a nine-to-five job is more likely to pre-empt. Nor is keeping in touch with the home front easy across different time zones.
Conclusion
Life as a digital nomad (family) is no fairy tale. Embracing this lifestyle requires a solid dose of flexibility and adaptability. It takes commitment, organization and a lot of perseverance. But the rewards are great, both professionally and personally.
What are you waiting for? Open up the world map, pack your bags and dive into the adventure outside the walls of your office. Freedom awaits you and your loved ones.
