What is a Digital Nomad?
A digital nomad is a person who works Remotely & Telecommuting using technology to perform their job while living a nomadic lifestyle.
Growing Trend of Digital Nomad
Over 10.M Americans today consider themselves digital nomads—people who travel and explore while working—and that number is only expected to increase.
Interesting Statistics & Facts on Digital Nomads:
Digital Nomad Ratio between Men and Women (59% vs. 41%)
36% of Digital Nomads work for multiple companies
Top Destinations: Mexico, Portugal, Colombia, Spain, Thailand, and Indonesia
Lodging: 51% prefers hotel and 36% prefers Airbnb
Blacks only make up 14% of the Digital Nomad
Professions: IT-related fields dominate at 19%
Average work week: 48 hours
Most important consideration: RELIABLE INTERNET
5 Top Reasons why Digital Nomads Fail:
Leaving without a plan
Not having enough savings or budget control
Not having enough skills
Traveling too much
Not having any travel & remote work experience
While working as a Digital Nomad, DO NOT:
Treat your destination as a vacation.
Stay in a location with UNRELIABLE INTERNET SERVICE.
Invite guests during your work hours.
Get LAZY and UNDERPERFORMED.
Travel without notifying your employer. Get CLEARANCE!
OVERSPEND or OVERSTAY.
5 Top Reasons why Digital Nomads Succeed
Available & Responsive
Purpose Driven, Passion, and Open-Mind
Self-Discipline & Go Getter
Sharpen and acquire new skills (Invaluable Employee)
Have a minimalist mindset
While working as a Digital Nomad:
Switch out the WORK-LIFE BALANCE for work-life integration.
Be prepared to work HARD.
BE PREPARED for a few logistical nightmares.
There's NO AUTOPILOT on the road.
Give yourself 3 months to GET PAST THE LEARNING CURVE.
You can experience this work lifestyle while earning a six-figure income. Continue to learn demanding skills within your profession and explore your options beyond the office space. Check out www.indeed.com to get an idea of what type of remote jobs are currently hiring.
Most of the remote jobs are in the Information Technology and Creative Services fields.
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