Tina HuynhDigital nomads thrive on remote work. They are free to travel from location to location, using technology to perform their work responsibilities, living a nomadic lifestyle. Digital nomads may also have families who work and study on the road.
Some of the best remote jobs include:
- Computer & IT
- Accounting & Fnance
- Marketing
- Medical & Health
- Project Management
- Customer Service
- HR & Recruiting
As a digital nomad, you have the flexibility to create your own work schedule. Through traveling, you are able to see the world. A nine-to-five position typically offers only two weeks of vacation each year, but by being a digital nomad you are able to create your own travel time. You can also use your mobile devices to work from anywhere in the world.
Some of the top cities in the US to be a digital nomad include:
- Salt Lake City
- Boston
- Denver, Colorado
- Concord, New Hampshire
- Minneapolis
- Miami
- Portland, Maine
- Montpelier, Vermont
- Jackson, Wyoming
- Seattle
Other cities around the world include:
- Toronto, Canda
- Madrid, Spain
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Madeira, Portugal
- Helsinki, Finland
- Svalbard, Norway
- Berlin, Germany
- Valparaiso, Chile
- Dublin, Ireland
- Sydney, Australia
The digital nomad community is a wonderful way to meet new people. These new friends become resources within the community, which will become handy especially if you are just starting out as a digital nomad.
Another benefit of the digital nomad lifestyle is the cost of living. You can potentially reduce your overall expenses by comparing the cost of living in different locations and moving to a country with a lower cost of living. Another advantage of being a digital nomad is remote work erases commuting from the equation.
If you are considering becoming a digital nomad, remember the following:
- It's not a vacation
- Take it slow
- The important of being offline
- Meet the locals
- Internet security
- Always remember essentials
- Schedule in fun
Happy coding!
