The Truth About Being a Digital Nomad

What if someone told you, you could travel anywhere you want in the world and work anywhere and anytime you like? Sounds great, doesn’t it? I have been doing that for a year now, and I like to use the phrase “expectations vs reality” when it comes to being a digital nomad. This blog will give you an insight into what it’s like to be a digital nomad and help you decide if this lifestyle is really for you.

For those of you that don’t know a digital nomad isn’t to be confused with a regular nomad! Only some elements apply, but if you aren’t sure what it means, here’s my definition.

“A digital nomad is a person without a need for a permanent fixed location who relies on digital technology to generate an income.”

Digital Nomad Salary and Taxes

Unless you’re an expert in web design, possess technical skills, or you are a YouTube celeb, you’re not going to be staying at 5-star hotels every night lets put it that way.

Earnings can range depending on the type of work you do:

$10,000 — $30,000

If you work on projects and get paid by the project, depending on the types of project and rates you charge/receive. I have worked for…