Working from home is a pandemic trend that seems to be sticking around for the long-term. Companies are adapting to the flexibility of remote work, while many are making it permanent. The opportunities to combine travel and work have become more available, and the experience to become a digital nomad is right at your fingertips. Why not use this opportunity to do both? Here are some tips to get prepared so you’ll never miss a zoom meeting, and still be able to explore your personal freedom.
Lightweight – First keep in mind where you are traveling. If you are hiking or having to lug luggage around all day, a lightweight computer is extremely practical. Look for something slim and easy to pack but without compromising its performance.
Bring Extra – Many countries and remote destinations may not have the hardware you need if something were to break. Bring extra batteries or chargers in case one is to get lost or damaged.
Adaptor – If you are traveling out of the country, you will need a power adapter so your devices will work when plugged in. You can also purchase a laptop with extra-long battery life that can save you in times you are unable to charge your electronics. Having a battery backup is always a good choice to bring as well.
Software – With dozens of remote work software available, its extremely easy to create a digital workplace. Your software package must include any apps for communication, collaborating, file management, and any other cloud-based software that will make it easy to complete projects successfully.
Internet – Plan your travel destinations so you can prepare for internet. This is one of the most important elements of being able to work and travel. With no internet, you basically should be using your vacation days. There are plenty of options for internet from SIM cards to international plans offered by cellphone providers. For extreme internet, that comes with a heavy price tag, is satellite internet. Satellite internet guarantees internet form practically anywhere in the world.
Headphones – Invest in some noise-cancelling headphones. You never know the level of noise you will be around when traveling, and having something to help you concentrate will be a huge benefit.
Wardrobe – It’s not very professional taking a zoom meeting with a client in your bathing suit, so don’t forget to pack an outfit that you can use for virtual meetings. Luckily you only need a top for meetings, so packing light shouldn’t be an issue.
Modern technology has made it extremely doable to work remote and travel at the same time. With proper hardware and appropriate software, you can still secure your top employee badge when working from practically anywhere in the world. See you at the beach!