{"id":31615,"date":"2018-08-21T13:58:25","date_gmt":"2018-08-21T17:58:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/?p=31615"},"modified":"2018-08-21T13:58:25","modified_gmt":"2018-08-21T17:58:25","slug":"pros-cons-digital-nomad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andysowards.com\/blog\/2018\/pros-cons-digital-nomad\/","title":{"rendered":"Pros & Cons of Being a Digital Nomad"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you noticed an increase in friends and acquaintances working remotely? Perhaps it\u2019s got you thinking about making some changes to your own working lifestyle, after all, who wouldn\u2019t want to divide their time between tropical beaches and trendy cities.<\/p>\n

\"Pros<\/p>\n

Still, starting your own business as a digital nomad or convincing your current employer to let you work remotely isn\u2019t the easiest thing in the world. So what\u2019s really going to be your deciding factor? We\u2019ve got you started with some pros and cons.<\/p>\n

Avoid Peak Travel Times<\/h3>\n

\"Pros<\/a>
\nBecoming an Environmentally Aware Traveler<\/em><\/p>\n

Because you\u2019ll have the ultimate flexibility, you can easily avoid peak travel times where those with office jobs are all fighting for spots. You\u2019ll be able to avoid the tourist season crowds as well as spikes in costs for travel, accommodation, and even entrance fees.<\/p>\n

Almost Always Solo<\/h3>\n

\"Pros<\/a>
\nHow to Grow a Startup While Traveling the World<\/em><\/p>\n

While you\u2019re getting awesome deals everywhere you go, you may find yourself doing it all solo, and while it can be fun to go on an adventure alone, it\u2019s not cut out for everyone. Even if you love solo travel, you may find that you have a limit.<\/p>\n

Where your travel schedule is completely flexible, chances are your friends and family are tied down by their jobs and won\u2019t be able to accompany you to new destinations as often as you want, but don\u2019t fret! The longer you work remotely, the more likely you\u2019ll have made new friends that are doing what you\u2019re doing and will cross paths with you often.<\/p>\n

Dive In Rather Than Dipping Your Toes<\/h3>\n

\"Pros<\/a>
\nHow to Work from Remote Locations Like a Pro<\/em><\/p>\n

Another perk of having a flexible schedule means you\u2019ll be able to spend more time in your favorite destinations than you could with two weeks of vacation once a year. Instead of racing to hit all the highlights in a specific location, you\u2019ll be able to really explore the area like a local.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Actually Like the Job<\/h3>\n

\"Pros<\/a>
\nBecome A Digital Nomad, See the World<\/em><\/p>\n

Getting started with a new job or new tasks and a new schedule within the same job can be really exciting, especially with the perk of traveling on top of it all; however, over time you may find that the new business you started so you could travel the world was really\u00a0 just a means to an end.<\/p>\n

Before you quit your job, be honest with yourself about the work you\u2019ll be doing remotely and whether it\u2019s something you can enjoy and excel at in the long term.<\/p>\n

World Experience<\/h3>\n

\"Pros<\/a>
\nHow to Afford Traveling<\/em><\/p>\n

One of the biggest selling factors of being a digital nomad is the experience. You\u2019ll have the opportunity for exposure to all sorts of cultures and lifestyles. For someone curious about the world, it\u2019s a great way to expand your thinking and embrace the diversity of all peoples and places.<\/p>\n

Insurance and Medical Care<\/h3>\n

\"Pros<\/a>
\nWhat Travel Insurance to Buy for Working Abroad?<\/em><\/p>\n

As if starting a business isn\u2019t hard enough, you\u2019ll also have to think about insurance costs and how or where to get your preventative medical care. You\u2019ll have to arrange your travel schedule around your appointments for annual check-ups, eye care, and dental implants<\/a><\/u> or cleanings.<\/p>\n

Some travel destinations will require you to apply for a visa, too, and you may be required to provide proof of insurance coverage or purchase it along with your travel papers.<\/p>\n

Set Your Own Work Hours<\/h3>\n

\"Female<\/a>
\n7 Fatal Mistakes that Businesses Make with their Blog<\/em><\/p>\n

Because you\u2019re working independently or on a different schedule from the rest of your company, you\u2019ll be able to set your own work hours. And depending on your finances, you may be able to work fewer hours while earning more income than you did before.<\/p>\n

Make sure to crunch the numbers ahead of time so you can get the most out of your time in each location!<\/p>\n

Must be Self-motivated<\/h3>\n

\"Pros<\/a>
\nA World on the Move: How Tech Has Transformed Travel<\/em><\/p>\n

In this day and age, our biggest motivators have become grades and deadlines, so as a self-employed individual, it\u2019s important that you set appropriate standards for your work and meet them.<\/p>\n

You may be used to teachers and parents being there to make sure you get things done, but now that responsibility will be all on you. It may be difficult at first, but stick with it and you\u2019ll learn to be self-motivated in no time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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