Table of Contents
- (1) The Graphic Designer Who Found Her Muse Under The Northern Lights
- (2) The SEO Wizard Who Optimized His Life Alongside Search Engines
- (3) The Blogger Who Now Sips Cocktails Rather Than Corporate Coffee
- (4) The Crypto Nomad Who Made His Fortune On The Move
- (5) The Virtual Assistant Who Assists Herself to World Wonders
- (6) The Coding Guru Who Types to the Beat of Different Cities
- (7) The E-commerce Entrepreneur Who Ships Products And Postcards
- (8) The Nomadic Filmmaker Capturing Stories And Stunning Views
- (9) The Remote Recruiter Who’s Far Removed From The Traditional Office
- (10) The Wandering Web Developer Who’s All About Those #RemoteLife Hashtags
(1) The Graphic Designer Who Found Her Muse Under The Northern Lights
Remember Sarah? Of course you don’t, because I’ve never mentioned her before, but stick with me. Once upon a time, Sarah was a just another drone in the hive that is the urban corporate landscape. Now, however, she’s the queen bee of her own roving realm of design. After packing her bags, her laptop, and her insatiable hunger for Aurora Borealis, Sarah now creates stunning visuals for clients worldwide, with the majestic backdrop of Iceland or the forests of Finland serving as her office. Personal anecdote alert: Sarah and I once collaborated on a project where she sent drafts at what was 3 AM her time because, apparently, creativity doesn’t adhere to time zones. What a night owl, or should I say, aurora owl? www.aurorarey.com(2) The SEO Wizard Who Optimized His Life Alongside Search Engines
As if by magic, Mike turned his life from mundane to mobile by mastering the art of Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Consequently, he soon discovered that the best keywords for his happiness were “adventure”, “freedom”, and “remote work”. Besides, the only backlink he’s worried about these days is the one to his hammock. Jokes aside, Mike helps businesses climb to the top of Google rankings from high-rise apartments in Tokyo and beachside villas in Mexico. www.nomadseo.comRecommended article: Protecting Wildlife Across the Globe
(3) The Blogger Who Now Sips Cocktails Rather Than Corporate Coffee
Emily traded her gray cubicle for sandy beaches and a sun-kissed glow. Furthermore, she swapped coffee breaks for ocean waves. With her successful travel blog, Emily now enjoys the full-time vacation lifestyle, recommending the best beach bars, and the tastiest tropical drinks. She’s living proof that the ‘beach bum’ lifestyle can be surprisingly productive. Additionally, she has even launched her own line of sustainable swimwear, because why not? www.beachplease.com(4) The Crypto Nomad Who Made His Fortune On The Move
Few stories are as ‘cryptic’ as Alex’s, the digital nomad who mined his path to success. Before Bitcoin was on everyone’s radar, Alex had already seen the potential in cryptocurrencies. Now, he conducts his trading from wherever he pleases, be it from the heights of Machu Picchu or amidst the bustling markets of Istanbul. I once asked him for investment advice over a shaky Skype call, half-jokingly, half-hoping. In return, Alex just laughed and said, “Invest in your freedom.” Touché, Alex. Touché. www.thecryptonomad.com(5) The Virtual Assistant Who Assists Herself to World Wonders
The term ‘virtual’ doesn’t do justice to how real Julie’s digital nomad lifestyle is. After she realized she could do her job from literally anywhere, she started living from ‘everywhere’. Sceneries for Julie are now like slides in a projector, constantly changing. She’s the exemplary virtual assistant, handling her clients’ needs with one hand while snapping Instagram-worthy shots with the other. Last I heard, she’s been working from the shadow of the Egyptian Pyramids. And get this, she says the only ‘pyramid scheme’ she knows is trying to fit the whole structure into a single selfie. www.remoteassistantnomad.comRecommended article: Nomadic Family Adventures: Thriving Together
(6) The Coding Guru Who Types to the Beat of Different Cities
Nathan’s story is one of code and conquer. He debugs by day and explores by twilight. Understandably, his GitHub repositories are as organized as his travel itineraries. Besides being the go-to freelance programmer for several tech giants, Nathan has a blog sharing tips on how to balance nomadic life with solid productivity. Last time we chatted, he told me that solving a coding issue is similar to navigating a new subway system – there’s always a way, you just have to find the right line. Wise words from a man who probably dreams in JavaScript. www.thewanderercoder.com(7) The E-commerce Entrepreneur Who Ships Products And Postcards
Lilly is the embodiment of e-commerce excellence; she turned her passion for handmade jewelry into a booming online business. Despite her logistical web of goods crossing oceans, she manages her empire with the fineship only a seasoned digital nomad could. I still have the postcard she sent me from New Zealand, with a kiwi bird wearing a necklace – her brand’s symbol. She claimed running her business was sometimes as challenging as corralling kiwi birds, but certainly more profitable. www.wearablewanderlust.com(8) The Nomadic Filmmaker Capturing Stories And Stunning Views
Jack’s directorial debut was not in Hollywood, but high above in the Nepalese Himalayas. This cinematographer-cum-digital nomad captures not only breath-taking views but the hearts of his YouTube audience. And let’s not forget the drones – because he claims they’re easier to pack than tripods and don’t complain about the altitude. Watching his vlogs feels like riding shotgun on a never-ending road trip. Additionally, I credit Jack for almost convincing me to buy a drone, until I remembered I can barely fly a kite. www.filmingnomad.comRecommended article: Literature and Book Clubs in the Nomadic World
