Digital Nomads For Dummies
- Length: 352 pages
- Edition: 1
- Language: English
- Publisher: For Dummies
- Publication Date: 2022-08-23
- ISBN-10: 1119867452
- ISBN-13: 9781119867456
- Sales Rank: #186114 (See Top 100 Books)
Why work from home when you can work anywhere?
Not all who wander are lost! Digital Nomads For Dummiesanswers all your questions about living and working away from home, short term or long term. Become a globetrotter or just trot around your home country, with the help of experienced digital nomad Kristin Wilson. Millions of people have already embraced the lifestyle, moving around as the spirit takes them, exploring new places while holding down a job and building a fantastic career. Learn the tricks of building a nomad mindset, keeping your income flowing, creating a relocation plan, and enjoying the wonders of the world around you.
- Learn what digital nomadism is and whether it’s the right lifestyle for you
- Uncover tips and ideas for keeping travel fun while holding down a 9-to-5
- Travel solo or with a family, internationally or within your home country
- Create a plan so you can keep growing in your career, no matter where you are
If you’re ready to put the office life behind you and the open road in front of you, check out Digital Nomads For Dummiesand get your adventure started!
Title Page Copyright Page Table of Contents Introduction About This Book Foolish Assumptions Icons Used in This Book Beyond the Book Where to Go from Here Part 1 Getting Started as a Digital Nomad Chapter 1 Getting a Taste of the Digital Nomad Lifestyle Defining the Digital Nomad Seeing Who’s Adopting the Nomad Lifestyle Generations: Z, Millennials, X, Baby Boomers People from many parts of the world Meandering men and wandering women Folks at every career stage Employees from an assortment of industries The have-lots-of-money, the have-some- money, and the have-little-money sets Why roam? Why now? Busting Common Myths and Assumptions Nomading isn’t a job Age is just a number No tech skills necessary Nomads aren’t backpackers Nomads aren’t travel bloggers Nomads aren’t tourists, either Nomads aren’t always traveling Traveling is more affordable than you think Deciding Whether the Digital Nomad Lifestyle Is Right for You Exploring the potential benefits Recognizing the potential drawbacks Chapter 2 Seeing Yourself as a Digital Nomad Defining Your Passion and Purpose: Establishing Your Why Envisioning Your Future as a Digital Nomad Full-time nomads Part-time nomads Expats and settlers Your type of nomad Evaluating Solo versus Group Travel Traveling with Kids Discussing Your Vision with Family, Friends, and Colleagues Breaking the news that you’re pursuing your wanderlust Addressing common concerns Facing the Fear of Failure as a Nomad Fear of failure is healthy (and normal) When in doubt, start small Picking yourself up, dusting yourself off, and regrouping Chapter 3 Setting a Realistic Budget Considering Expenses and Income Needs When You’re a Nomad Calculating Your Cost of Living Analyzing Digital Nomad Switching Costs Time-related costs Money-related costs Creating a Digital Nomad Budget Pre-departure budget Monthly cost-of-living budget Chapter 4 Keeping or Quitting Your Day Job Deciding Whether You Should Keep or Quit Your Job Evaluating the pros and cons of keeping your job Considering the pros and cons of quitting Approaching Your Boss About Becoming a Digital Nomad Gathering your research Preparing your case Presenting your case Negotiating rebuttals Knowing when to walk away Part 2 Making Money as a Digital Nomad Chapter 5 Have Laptop, Will Travel (and Work, of Course) Previewing the Routes to Becoming a Digital Nomad Becoming a remote employee Freelancing your way to freedom Becoming an online business owner Earning passive income Combining multiple income streams Considering Popular Digital Nomad Jobs Accounting and finance Affiliate marketing Blogging and writing Coaching, consulting, and teaching Computer and information technology Creating a personal brand as an influencer Creative and design work Customer service and virtual assistance Digital marketing Dropshipping and ecommerce Medical and health Project management Sales Social media management Using Online Platforms to Find Work Navigating the top remote jobs boards Exploring remote jobs forums and Slack communities Checking out Facebook groups Attending virtual job fairs Reaching Out to Real People Going old school with cold outreach Leveraging LinkedIn Attracting employers through social media and content Networking at conferences and events Chapter 6 Creating Your Own Remote Job Turning a Traditional Job into a Remote Job Finding examples in your field Mapping your job Analyzing Your Skills and Expertise What you think you’re good at What other people think you’re good at What people pay you for Bridging a skills gap Evaluating Your Passions Leveraging what you love to do Finding the limits of your passion’s potential Designing a New Job Giving This Remote Thing a Try and Telling the World What You Do Communicating your core offer Updating social media profiles Finding Your First Clients Your personal network Posting on online platforms Gathering Proof of Concept Collecting case studies Getting testimonials and referrals Chapter 7 Adopting Best Practices for Success Creating Your Work-From-Home Plan Maximizing your peak hours of the day Mixing up your work environment Exploring Co-Working Spaces and Alternate Workspaces Choosing a co-working space (what to look for) Booking shared and remote offices abroad Ensuring Smooth Cross-Border Communication Finding your communication style Becoming an expert in converting times across time zones Collaborating on Remote Teams Clarifying communication expectations Remaining accessible (or not) Staying visible and bonding with your remote team members Sourcing Contractors and Virtual Assistants Deciding whether you need support Knowing where to find contractors and administrative help Choosing Between Remote Work Tools Part 3 Traveling and Living Abroad as a Digital Nomad Chapter 8 Choosing a Destination Dreaming of the Ideal Destination Considering Key Factors Border control Climate and seasonality Cost of living Safety and security Bucket list Community Lifestyle Work environment Scoping Out Regions of the World Africa Asia Caribbean and North Atlantic Central and South America Middle East North America Europe Oceania Deciding Where to Go and When Chapter 9 Creating Your Digital Nomad Relocation Plan Finding Your Travel Flow Batching your travel Planning your travel in advance Getting Your Finances in Order Updating your banking services Accessing your money with money transfer apps Getting paid remotely Applying for travel rewards cards Accounting for Taxes at Home and Abroad Deciding What to Do with Your Stuff What can you trash? What can you sell? What to do with your house What to do with your car What can you donate? What should you keep? Getting Your Affairs in Order Checking your health Getting insured Changing your mailing address Choosing an international phone plan Bringing your Internet with you Tying up loose ends Applying for Travel Documents, Visas, and Permits Obtaining your passport Knowing if you need a visa for travel Applying for visas Extending your stay Golden visas Digital nomad visas Chapter 10 Finding Housing Abroad Checking Out the Different Housing Types Short term: Just a few weeks or months Long term: Settling in for a few months or longer Private: Having the place all to yourself Shared: Back to college dorm life Co-living: Living in a community Travel retreats: Joining a travel tribe Alternative housing: Boats, treehouses, and beyond House-swapping: The modern take on trading places House-sitting: Taking care of someone else’s place Pet-sitting: Loving someone else’s fur baby Homestays Planning Your Housing Search Knowing what to look for in a rental property Learning about a location Searching for Housing Short-term vacation rentals websites Finding long-term housing Facebook groups and forums Local classifieds listings Search engine strategies Property management companies Real estate offices In-person searching Reserving and Booking Your Housing Negotiating the best price Paying for housing Avoiding scams Getting your security deposit refunded Chapter 11 Managing Travel Logistics Making Your Adventure a Reality Purchasing travel and health insurance Joining travel rewards programs Checking health requirements Booking your flight Packing your bags Traveling with pets Preparing for Departure and Arrival Downloading Digital Nomad-Friendly Travel Apps Lining Up Essential Services in Your Destination Buying a SIM card Exchanging money Part 4 Living a Full and Healthy Life as a Digital Nomad Chapter 12 Maintaining Your Health and Wellness Staying Healthy on the Road Being insured Practicing good hygiene Using protection Drinking the water (or not) Minimizing jet lag Maintaining Your Physical Health Eating healthy Sleeping well Exercising your way around the world Getting sufficient sunshine and vitamin D Reducing your alcohol intake Maintaining Your Mental Health Staying mindful Embracing human connection Talking it out Taking time off for rest and self-care Cheering yourself up Comparing and Contrasting Health and Medical Insurance International emergency travel medical insurance International health insurance Local tourist insurance for foreigners Keeping your home country health insurance Travel medical and health insurance for seniors Best practices for purchasing insurance Navigating Healthcare Systems in Foreign Lands Finding medical care abroad Chapter 13 Finding a Productivity and Work Life Balance Achieving Peak Productivity as a Digital Nomad Determining how much to work Planning your remote workday and daily routine Designating a workspace Optimizing your productivity Avoiding common productivity mistakes Establishing a Healthy Work-Life Balance Avoiding and recovering from remote work burnout Combining work sprints with sabbaticals Chapter 14 Meeting People and Making Friends Meeting People In Real Life Daily life abroad Finding local events and things to do Joining expat organizations Meeting fellow travelers Volunteering Meeting the locals Meeting People on the Job Networking abroad Finding a mentor Cold contacting people Joining a mastermind Growing your own network Meeting people through content creation Becoming a Part of the Digital Nomad Community Digital nomad conferences and events Digital nomad Facebook groups Digital nomad membership sites and forums Virtual summits Co-living arrangements Dating as a Digital Nomad Dating as a “settler” Dating as a perpetual traveler Staying Connected with Friends and Family Chapter 15 Adapting to Life in a Foreign Country Getting Settled In-Country First things, first Scoping out the neighborhood Getting around Receiving mail Finding Internet anywhere Riding the Cultural Adaptation Curve Coping with culture shock Learning a new language Handling homesickness and loneliness Ensuring Your Personal Safety and Security Taking precautions Planning for emergencies Chapter 16 Succeeding Long Term in the Digital Nomad Lifestyle Improving Your Odds of Success Measuring what success means to you Understanding why some digital nomads fail Brushing up on the secrets to success Developing Your Digital Nomad Exit Strategy Remaining nomadic Settling abroad Returning home and experiencing reverse culture shock Predicting Digital Nomad Migration Patterns and the Future of Work Part 5 The Part of Tens Chapter 17 Ten Tips for Success as a Digital Nomad Getting Clarity on Why You Want to Become a Digital Nomad Having a Reliable Source of Income Taking Action on Your Career and Personal Goals Achieving Work-Life Balance Traveling at a Sustainable Pace Creating a Daily Routine Staying Open-Minded and Maintaining a Flexible and Resilient Attitude Integrating with New Cultures Finding a Community and Relying on Your Support System Being Honest with Yourself and Reflecting Regularly Chapter 18 Avoiding Ten Common Mistakes New Digital Nomads Make Lacking Clarity on Goals and Your Why Planning Too Much or Not Enough Failing to Budget Accurately Spending Too Much Time SightSeeing and Socializing Traveling Too Fast Struggling to Adjust to Different Cultures Remaining Close-Minded and Inflexible Being Unable to Cope with Occasional Loneliness Inconsistent Daily Habits and Routines Putting Others’ Opinions Ahead of Your Own Chapter 19 More Than Ten Popular Destinations for Work and Play Argentina Bulgaria Canary Islands, Spain Croatia Indonesia Mexico Portugal Taiwan Thailand Van Life Vietnam United Arab Emirates United States of America Chapter 20 Ten (or So) Digital Nomad Visas Bahamas BEATS Belize Work Where You Vacation Croatia Digital Nomad Visa Cyprus Digital Nomad Visa Estonia Digital Nomad Visa Greece Digital Nomad Visa Hungary White Card Iceland Remote Work Visa Malta Nomad Residence Permit Mauritius Premium Visa Romania Digital Nomad Visa Index EULA
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