By Kyle Platt
There is a new breed of worker emerging today: the digital nomad. This is someone who works online and can do their job from anywhere in the world. They are able to take advantage of technology to stay connected with their team and clients, no matter where they are.
Thanks to advances in communication and
collaboration tools, there has never been a better time than now to be a digital nomad. But what if you also want to start your own business? Is it possible to be both a digital nomad and a startup entrepreneur? Can you live the lifestyle you want while also dealing with the challenges of running a new company?
The answer is yes! In this article, we will explore the benefits of combining these two lifestyles and show you how you can make it work for you.
Benefits of being a digital nomad
There are many benefits to being a digital nomad. Perhaps the most obvious benefit is that you can work from anywhere in the world. This gives you the freedom to travel and explore new places while still being able to do your job.
Additionally, as a digital nomad, you have more flexibility to take on projects that interest you and that fit your schedule. You also have the opportunity to work with a global team, which can be a great way to learn new things and expand your horizons. By immersing yourself in new cultures, interacting with new people, and trying different things, you better yourself as a human—plus get more enjoyment out of life.
Why being a digital nomad and running a startup is a perfect match
There are many reasons why being a digital nomad and creating a
startup are a perfect match. Perhaps the most obvious reason is that both lifestyles give you the freedom to do what you want, when you want. As a digital nomad, you have the freedom to travel and explore new places while still being able to do your job.
I myself have really grown to dislike snowy winters. While working more traditional in-office jobs, I felt like I was just grinding through winters, counting down the days until it was spring. With the flexibility of being a digital nomad, I now can travel south to warmer climates and enjoy my life to a much higher degree.
In addition, as a startup entrepreneur, you have the freedom to make your own decisions and chart your own course. Combining the flexibility of being your own boss with the flexibility of being a digital nomad removes barriers that stop you from doing the things you love or have always wanted to try. For example, have you ever thought about going on vacation, and then decided against it because you know traveling will just make things more complicated once you get back to the office?
Finally, combining both lifestyles gives you the opportunity to make a significant impact on the world. You have the chance to create a company that solves a problem and makes the world a better place as you connect with people from all over the globe.
Steps to starting a business and becoming a digital nomad
Taking the leap into this world can be scary. Maybe you can dip your toes by doing just one and then later introducing the other. In my case, I entered the startup world first, and stayed local so that I could rely on friends and family for emotional support. I felt that making too many changes all at once would introduce too much risk to me and my family. However, after stabilizing my startup processes, I have started to ease into the digital nomad lifestyle by moving to warmer climates a few months at a time during the colder months.
You may have better luck doing it the opposite way. If you are stuck in an office for most of the week, approach your bosses with the idea of working from home. If you already work from home, why not try and leverage that into a working from a different city, state, or country for a few weeks at a time situation? Baby-stepping your way into full flexibility may take a little bit of time and effort, but it is achievable. Think about which direction you would want to start from and give it a shot.
Ultimately, being a digital nomad and startup entrepreneur gives you the freedom to do what you want, when you want. You have the flexibility to make your own decisions and chart your own course. If you’re looking for an enjoyable and rewarding lifestyle, then being a digital nomad and startup entrepreneur may be perfect for you.
About the Author
Post by: Kyle Platt
Kyle Platt is a serial entrepreneur and engineer. His journey, trials, and learnings can be found at https://kyleplatt.com.
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