Have you ever wanted more flexible hours? And the luxury of being able to work from home or on your passion projects? If so, being a lifestyle entrepreneur may be your calling. Let’s look at how you can become a lifestyle business owner: What is a lifestyle entrepreneur? A lifestyle entrepreneur is someone that decides on an ideal life and then builds a business around it. Whilst most people ask “what job do I want to have?”, lifestyle entrepreneurs ask “what kind of life do I want to live?” But how do you know it’s right for you? If you find yourself answering yes to ..read more

Remote work programs aka work and travel programs are popular. Some programs focus on remote working from one (beautiful and interesting) location. And others facilitate working from different countries and regions. What is a remote work program? If you’re wondering “can I work and travel?” but aren’t sure how to go about it, work and travel programs are an ideal solution. A bonus is that you’ll meet other digital nomads, remote workers, and entrepreneurs.  You’ll also have access to events, outings, and learn lots! Remote work travel programs  1.  Wifi Tribe Wifi Tribe is truly ..read more

Many digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and employees, choose to remote work in Mexico. In this guide, we’ll look at major cities to remote work in Mexico, and answer other questions about remote working from the country. Can you work remotely while in Mexico? Yes. Many people work for foreign companies and clients, from Mexico. According to Nomad List, some Mexican cities fall under the fastest-growing remote work hubs in the world. If you have long-term plans, the best is to get a Temporary/Permanent residency visa. That way, you don’t have to worry about tourist visas and timelines. The reason ..read more

Here are some of the best gap year ideas for 2022 and beyond. Nowadays sabbaticals are becoming increasingly popular. So, if you’re dreaming of a gap year, remember it’s very possible. Whether you wish to quit your job to travel, stay in one location, or remote work from somewhere else, there’s something for everyone. Best gap year ideas for 2022 Here’s a list for you to consider: 1. Drive the Pan-American Highway: Alaska to Argentina If you’re a fan of road trips and mobile homes, then here’s the ultimate trip. The Pan-American Highway extends to around 30,000 kilometers. According to Guinnes ..read more

Are there any benefits of coworking spaces in these times when we are (hopefully) recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic? During the height of the pandemic and lockdowns, coworking was a no-no. But now that things are opening up, you may feel ready to co-work again. First, let’s look at a few things about coworking spaces. What is a coworking space? A coworking space is an establishment that offers shared offices or workspaces, usually with many facilities. Unlike traditional offices, coworking spaces usually attract folk who don’t work for the same organization and most who don’t even know eac ..read more

Living an unconventional lifestyle can be very rewarding because you’re finally doing what you want. But it’s also not for everyone. So, if you’re thinking of living an unconventional lifestyle and doing something different – read on. What is an unconventional lifestyle? A lifestyle that is not the norm, aka doing something different from what the majority is doing. Think choosing to be single, choosing not to have children, going back to college at 50, becoming a digital nomad, and so on. What happens when you choose an unconventional lifestyle Lots! For example, I’ve made several decisions ..read more

If you’ve decided to take the plunge into freelance writing and wondering how to become a freelance writer with no experience, here are six steps to help: This post contains affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Please read full disclosure for more information.  Freelance writing is a popular work from home or ‘work from anywhere’ career. But how can you become a freelance writer with no experience, when most clients are asking for experience (and there are millions of writers with experience out there!)? Let ..read more

If you’ve decided to take the plunge into freelance writing and wondering how to become a freelance writer with no experience, here are some steps you can use: This post contains affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Please read full disclosure for more information.  Freelance writing is a popular work from home career or ‘work from anywhere’ career. But how can you become a freelance writer with no experience, when most clients are asking for experience (and there are millions of writers with experience out ..read more

If you’ve decided to explore freelancing as a beginner, here are some steps to help you get started with no previous experience: This post contains affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Please read full disclosure for more information.  1. Brainstorm the services you can offer, and understand the market I’ve included these two points together because it’s important to match your services to what the market wants and is willing to pay for. So, it’s time to research and brainstorm: a. What services are in demand? Wh ..read more

Are the lessons from The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferris still relevant in 2021? My short answer is: YES, and perhaps even more so now after the COVID-19 pandemic normalized remote work. Timothy Ferris (Tim Ferris) is a serial entrepreneur, author, and many other cool things. You can follow him on Twitter. I’m totally late to the party here, because I read The 4-Hour Workweek in 2021, 14+ years after it was published. When I discovered the book, I had already quit my job over two years ago to live a freer lifestyle (I wish I had read it earlier). But, it changed how I go about my activitie ..read more