Imagine a utopia where working professionals are no longer tethered to one main location and office space and aren’t limited by distance. For many entrepreneurs, this type of working life is a reality. So, how can more workers make this their everyday life?
Working remotely has become more and more popular and has opened up doors for many different types of professionals. Whether you’re trying to start your own business or simply make money while exploring the world, choosing the digital nomad route might be for you.
In this guide, we break down how you can become a remote worker in a way that fits your lifestyle.
Sometimes, the word nomad can have a certain connotation. However, in terms of being a digital nomad, this means professionals go from location to location and stay connected digitally. Digital nomads use modern technology and communication to perform their daily tasks while traveling the world.
There are many advantages to being a digital nomad. Let’s dive into those benefits below:
Although these are some great pros to being a digital nomad, it’s not as simple as you think. It requires you to have some forethought and to ensure you have a backup plan before you buy your first flight. While living anywhere in the world sounds like a dream come true, it’s not always as glamorous as people think.
Most job situations come with their own set of drawbacks – being a digital nomad is no different. Here are a few cons that can apply to working remotely:
Becoming a digital nomad is an exciting endeavour and lifestyle change. From leaving your country of origin to working in cafes or coworking spaces in different countries, there are lots of things to consider beforehand. On this journey, you will gain tons of skills and experiences.
Here are a few things you can do to become a digital nomad:
A few months ago we looked at the Rise of the Digital Nomad, that type of entrepreneur who lives to travel and has found ways to work independently or as part of a team while constantly moving from one place to the next. While their lives might seem chaotic and messy, some of the most productive and yet peaceful people find their grounded selves constantly moving over ground yet continually able to serve their clients.
Some countries offer different types of visas for remote professionals. Several countries allow foreigners to stay for extended periods of time as long as they have proof that they’re leaving the country and they’re earning a sufficient income. A few of these countries include:
For those looking for a bit more structure than working in a cafe or hostel, coworking spaces are your next best option. They often have many amenities and are generally located in the downtown core. Coworking spaces offer remote professionals many benefits including:
Work-life boundaries and separation
Socialization with other professionals
Excellent options and amenities (individual office spaces, coffee and snacks, printers, mail delivery services, health and fitness clubs and more)
A place to hold meetings and speak with clients in person
Convenient locations
Being able to sync up with your virtual office provider or coworking space gives you a casual yet focused place in which to set up your laptop and mobile phone around other business focused people. It also provides standard office equipment and support, which makes doing business on the never-ending road far easier and seamless. Telsec is part of a network of over 500 business centers around the world which means finding a coworking center virtually anywhere is relatively easy.
Keeping up with travel companions and other digital nomadic entrepreneurs is equally important. Often, people meet others with complementary skills while traveling and they find ways to collaboratively build business for each other. Keeping up with new found friends who become associates is critical as that spreads the scope of your own business further.
Digital nomads are changing the working landscape while evolving in a professional and individual manner. If you want to become a digital nomad, make sure you have all the necessary skills and resources to take the leap. With Telsec, you can use our coworking space to ensure you get your work done while socializing with other remote workers. Get in touch with us and book a tour today.
1. Jennifer Smith
General Manager
The Omni King Edward Hotel
37 King Street East
Toronto, ON
M5C 1E9
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Website: www.omnihotels.com/hotels/toronto-king-edward
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General Manager
Executive Hotels and Resorts (Boutique)
8 Colborne Street
Toronto, ON
M5E 1E1
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General Manager
Hotel Victoria (Boutique)
56 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON
M5E 1G5
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Mobile: 647-574-5832
Website: www.hotelvictoriatoronto.com
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Reservations Manager
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1 King Street West
Toronto, ON
M5H 1A1
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Reservations: 1-866-470-5464
Website: www.onekingwest.com
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General Manager
Cambridge Suites Toronto
15 Richmond Street East
Toronto, ON
M5C 1N2
Direct: 416-601-3757
Hotel: 416-368-1990
Website: www.cambridgesuitestoronto.com
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Carisma (Italian)
15 Toronto Street
Toronto, ON
M5C 2E3
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Website: www.carismarestaurant.com
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Terroni (Italian)
57 Adelaide Street East
Toronto, ON
M5C 1K6
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Toronto, ON
M5C 2A1
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55 Adelaide Street East
Toronto, ON
M5C 1K6
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Website: www.namirestaurant.ca
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100 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON
M5C 2W1
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20 Wellington Street East
Toronto, ON
M5E 1C5
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Uncle Tony’s
38 Wellington St E
Toronto, ON
M5E 1C7
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104 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON
M5C 2Y6
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45 Colborne Street
Toronto, ON
M5E 1E3
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Website: www.woodsrestaurant.ca
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47 Colborne Street
Toronto, ON
M5E 1E3
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56 Colborne Street
Toronto, ON
M5E 1E3
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33 Victoria Street, #130
Toronto, ON
M5C 2A1
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