HOW NOT TO BECOME A DIGITAL NOMAD - COMMON MISTAKES

[@effie5355]

On point stuff! I'd also love to see an expanded video about not to just "follow your passion".

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks girl! Yeah I think that'd be an interesting one :) Adding to the "queue" spreadsheet now! xoxo

[@Blueyez369]

I would definitely be interested in a video on how you balance your work and life. This is some great advice, thanks for sharing!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks for the request!! Think that'd be a good one too :D Adding it to my list

[@zimpetrichor4919]

Just love your videos, they're really realistic and encouraging. I'm at the lowest point in my life looking to move from teaching English in Asia into a more stable career online. Thank you for not only being a good youtuber but in my opinion a great person too. Thank you.

[@JulianneBenford]

I love that you've taken your channel in this direction (though I love all the thrifting videos!), even though I don't want to be a digital nomad it's still really inspirational for me as someone working on establishing multiple streams of income.

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Awww that support means absolutely everything! It was a BIG decision for me to switch - and I decided I could make more of a difference to people's lives with this angle. Don't worry though - I still thrift every single weekend! Will be continuing the thrifting angle on my blog when I get the chance :) What are your current streams? Sounds very exciting!

[@katrinapayne3185]

I just finished watching so many of your videos and I just want to say a big THANK YOU! You are so honest and so transparent which is so rare and appreciated 💛

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks so so much Katrina!! That really means so much! Any video requests for future? You're the boss!!

[@katrinapayne3185]

You have covered your bases so well! The only question or video suggestion I have is where you find your clients. Is it though networking? or a certain website? Again thanks for all your help, it means so much 🌟

[@digitalnomadgirl]

OK perfect! I'll add that to my list of things to make videos on in future :) it's a very popular question so I need to find an expert to interview!

[@growingwildheather]

Thanks again as always for the great info. It can be super scary, but I find, once this type of life becomes your passion, it seems terrifying not to do it. Once we saw this way of life was possible, we couldn't really go back to the same way of thinking, of being content in the same way of life. Take care!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

+A Curious Expedition wow - that's so well put! Could not agree more :)

[@StevenDLightspring]

Enjoying your fun and playful way of sharing...yet very seriously practical insights and tips!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks! Trying to keep it light but also informative :) Really glad that's coming across! Did you make any of these mistakes??

[@sheem.2450]

So much information!!! Thank you so much for making this video!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

So glad you found it helpful! Are you becoming a nomad soon?

[@sofiesworld]

So inspiring! I'm slowly trying to be on the remote working level, and I'm loving this! Great video dear 💖

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Yes girl!! It's so empowering to know you can do your work from anywhere :) Holidays will never be the same again ;) What do you do for work right now?

[@sofiesworld]

You lucky duck! I'm currently teaching English- but not remotely! IN a school ... Also slowly getting my foot in the door of freelance digi marketing :) XO

[@epicnomadlife5542]

OMG girl, you are soooo inspirational! I just got to know you a week ago and I am already addicted to your channel :D Me and my boyfriend are moving to South East Asia in October so at the moment we are saving like crazy to be able to live there for one year haha As you did, our plan is during that time generate online income from different sources (I can already make it as I am a Spanish translator but I would also like to start my blog, I am planning different courses and so on...) so we are going to give it a try! It's crazy how many useful ideas come to your mind when you start learning and taking action! Thank you for doing these videos, I am sure you are going to help many people :) Best wishes from Barcelona! (for the moment :P hehe)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Oh my gosh - welcome welcome welcome!! So happy you're finding it useful :D You guys are gonna love SEA - the people are just wonderful, and the food, and the weather, and the shopping! So much opportunity :) Definitely agree that having a range of income streams is the best way :) Sounds like you're on the right track. What's your job right now or have you already quit?

[@epicnomadlife5542]

Yes! I can't wait for it to be honest :) At the moment I am working as a full-time receptionist and doing some translation projects at the same time... (I don't even have time to sneeze ), but I have never been more excited and happier! I checked your online courses as well and let me tell you girl: you rock it! I feel you are going to be very successful and the inspiration for so many people to start changing their lives :D Where are you guys now? Bravo chica! Keep doing this great work!

[@ruready2rock856]

Thanks for the good info. I really like your stuff because it's so practical. One thing that would be nice is that when you are talking about prices that you can maybe give it in US dollars as well. I know you do that sometimes but more often would be good. Thanks!

[@hananrizwan1336]

She motivate and educate me as the same time.

[@brittneyayers9565]

You look lovely in red lipstick!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks so much lovely!

[@bestintheworld7916]

Why i did noy find ur videos earlier? Amazing videos with gr8 information

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Yay I'm happy you've found them now! Welcome to the family :)

[@MicahBuzanANIMATION]

Love how down-to-earth and sensible you are. Thank you for sharing your insights!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Awww that totally makes my day!! I really want to try and give people a 100% honest view. It's not for everyone but it's also not as hard/scary as people think! Hoping I can get some straight talking sense out there into the world :) What's your current nomadic work?

[@MicahBuzanANIMATION]

I think everyone has to follow their own path. Life is a gift and I think there's no one "right" way to go about living it. At the moment I'm getting inspired to give the digital nomad thing a test run at the very least! My current work is as a freelance animator. Since my work is location independent, it seems like it would make more financial sense to work from Thailand rather than the U.S. I don't really want to own a car or house or any of that stuff. As long as I can be self-sufficient off animation, I'm happy!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Could not agree more! Sounds like we'll get along really well :) How long have you been doing animation??

[@Thirstytraveler41]

Very informative video. I love it. I would love to be a digital nomad as well. I guess the first step is to look for remote jobs while I still have my full time before taking the leap, right? Thanks for sharing.

[@digitalnomadgirl]

+Thirstytraveler41 yeah that's a great option. Or start doing some freelance work on the side. Or just go crazy and quit your job and trust that the world will work itself out for you!

[@Thirstytraveler41]

Ok. Thanks again.

[@projectgenes1s]

I think it can be a life changing experience for the worst for some people.

[@krisballard541]

It sounds like there is more work to being a digital nomad, than most people realize.

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Exactly! It's fantastic too :) But I think there's a lot of people who think it's just all about cocktails on the beach! The lifestyle wouldn't suit everyone but I love it!

[@weelynn1862]

Great vid hun! keep it up :)

[@marieaustin10]

It was really interesting that you mentioned courses! I've not purchased any courses yet as I think there's a whole lot of information out there for free when you are just starting out and finding your skills. But I will definitely purchase a well researched one if I feel I want to learn something more specialized :) I'm definitely interested in selling courses once I am more experienced :)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Yep totally agree. I am a bit toooo thrifty so I normally need to force myself into investing in things - but I think there's definitely a healthy balance. Putting in the hard work to do research is much better than just trying to pay for the problem to go away if you haven't looked into options properly. And yeah definitely look into making videos in future :) Always happy to help out if you want tips! And got a badass Udemy video coming on Tuesday that you'll probably find very useful :D

[@thatsrich944]

Dream In Autumn Girl You are like everywhere! Haha! Wonder how many of the same channels we are subscribed to? We've got excellent taste! Cheers! 😂

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Ooo I wanna be in on this party!! Who else do you guys watch?

[@princememphis7726]

really informative video, im sold

[@digitalnomadgirl]

So glad you enjoyed it! Are you tempted to become a nomad?

[@thatsrich944]

Excellent advice! A plethora of great information that applies to anyone starting a new pursuit, be it as a digital nomad, or not. Cheers! 😉

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Very true - hadn't really thought about that! I definitely think nothing in life (e.g. changing job, moving city) needs to be a huge scary decision. Just have savings to back to you up and go for it :D You can always come running back to your old life if you need to!

[@marieaustin10]

Really brilliant video and great tips! :D I did similar to you suggested. Although I am selling everything and going from the beginning... We are storing some key items at Andy's parents for when we eventually return to the UK. And I gave myself 4 months from quitting my job to moving so that I had 4 months to find online work and get some money coming in :) I definitely agree about having savings! I think everyone should have savings regardless of their living style... As it's always good to be prepared for an emergency :) We saved enough for 6 months of expenses in Europe. Although we shouldn't need to use it... I feel much better knowing we have that savings.

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks so much! Yep I definitely agree that a few months of "rainy day fund" or "f**k off fund" is always wise life advice! Without it I definitely wouldn't be where I am today :) So impressed you sold everything - brave girl! Seems like you guys have really thought everything well and been very smart :) Are you in Berlin now??

[@marieaustin10]

Haha, for us we really had no choice though. We have lived on our own out of our parents house for around 5 years. So we had an entire house load of furniture and things that we couldn't keep if we wanted to travel. We could keep a few sentimental small items in storage with family... But anything big needed to go! :P We couldn't possibly afford to keep renting a place back in the UK or even to rent a storage container (those things are expensive!!) haha. So we literally had no sell it all or not do it :P But if we had still been living at home and didn't have much stuff we would have taken a less risky option. I guess this puts us under the pressure to just do it though now. No going back :P We're not in Berlin anymore, currently back in the UK selling the last items. The house tenancy ends on the 21st April to on that day we will be officially 'homeless' so we will be flying out and being full time nomads from that date :)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

So exciting!! I think in many ways it's good to throw yourself into it. Just depends on what kind of person you are :D Sure you guys are gonna be ace!! Did you make a lot from selling the stuff?

[@magdalenafinke]

Great video! Love your channel and how you bring across this nomad lifestyle 💕

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks so much! But now I'm craving carbs too.... haha!! Thanks for watching

[@magdalenafinke]

you're so welcome! hehe well then check out my instagram for some foodspiration lovely

[@Spiritual_Warrior_Princess]

Where would you advise to go first as a DN (from UK)? Sun, sea, internet and cheaper living? Thank you!! :)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Definitely Chiang Mai if you don't mind not being by the ocean. Otherwise Bali is a good choice (Canggu is very popular with nomads) or one of the Thai islands like Koh Lanta (our favourite) or Koh Phangan (more parties). Or in Europe there are a few options like Spain or Portugal - not as cheap but closer to home. Where are you thinking at the moment?

[@Spiritual_Warrior_Princess]

Oh I'm getting overwhelmed because I cannot decide lol!! I have time before August. And because I'm on my own it feels scary but exciting too! :)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Yeah totally - scary, exciting, happy, sad - all the feels!! I'd doubly recommend SEA if you're alone - it's very good for women, safe, and lots of solo female travellers there (well there's never LOTS but there's a decent ratio compared to other countries! haha). I've never travelled alone but I've always thought it's a good thing to do. Have you?

[@Spiritual_Warrior_Princess]

Thank you for all your tips and replies!! ;) I haven't travelled totally on my own yet, as I tend to go to place where someone I know lives! lol

[@CarrieGill_TheWildGutProject]

So much useful information 🙌

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Eeeek - thanks!! I try ;) How are things with you?

[@CarrieGill_TheWildGutProject]

Great but struggling to keep making YT videos. I just started doing a Work-Away at a yoga retreat in Norway so I'm not sure how the schedule and all that kinda stuff will be. How much time do you give yourself to get settled in a new place? And how are things with you? :) x

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Yeah so true! We normally spend about a week getting set up - gym membership etc and then try to get back into it properly. We also sometimes set aside time to "travel" so that when we arrive in a new place meaning we can throw ourselves into work afterwards without feeling like we are missing out on travel. Sounds like you're having an amazing time though!!

[@antoinepaine8097]

Hey :) would you recommend any tips/course on how to get courses onto udemy? :)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Hi Anthony! I've got a BIG video about Udemy coming up in a week so look out for that one :) This is a great idea for a video too though - tips about getting approved. Really sound is the number one quality factor. Will add to my list of video ideas for when I next film!! Thanks :)

[@antoinepaine8097]

Thank you so much :) your videos have inspired me to really consider this, I'm only 18 but I'm working to develop my skills and travel 😍👌

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Fantastic! I'm really thrilled to hear that :) I definitely want to inspire people like you to consider nomad life as an option. Living abroad is such a fantastic life experience and so much more attainable than for our parents. Are you studying at the moment?

[@antoinepaine8097]

I am I'm in year 13 about to do my a2 exams :) and I'm just really looking for alternative ways to live because we only have 1 existence and why not just go for it. I'm going to university afterwards but I'm looking to have something out there at the same time :) did you study at university if you don't mind me asking? :)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Cool! That sounds like a great plan :) I did indeed go to University - at that point I had no idea nomad life was an option and was actually dreaming of a hot shot corporate job! I loved University and I'm really glad I went (even though I don't use much of the specific techniques I learnt). I think it improves your writing, presentation skills, and confidence... not to mention all the great contacts I made. I also chose a course that did two work placements (one of which I did abroad), and a semester of study abroad. In my opinion features like that are more important than the topic of what you learn, or the name of the university. Hope that helps!!

[@apollolarosse7541]

Hi @Digital Nomad Girl ! Thanks for your video! :) I have some questions for you: You started your digital nomad venture with your boyfriend... The only thing that both scares me and excites me is to travel alone. Do you know how solo nomads start off their journey? Do they choose a specific place where lots of nomads hang/work together for example? What places did you meet most of your new nomad friends? Do you recommend me to rent something seperate or together with other people? I really love to surround myself with people, but I also enjoy my privacy and to be alone at times. Would love to hear your insights! ;)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Hey! Yeah there are a ton of single nomads so I think you'll be absolutely fine :) check out Nomad List for a great guide to which cities nomads are loving. Chiang Mai is always a good bet too. If you go along to a cowork and events you'll soon have more social appointments than you can handle! The best thing is that everyone eats out for all their meals so there's a lot more evening activities to join in with than in London where everyone goes home. There are also a few joint living spaces that might be good for you - but totally not necessary :)

[@apollolarosse7541]

Thanks for your answer!

[@RestRenewRebuild]

Love it! 👏🏾

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Yay! Glad to hear it!! Hopefully this'll stop some people making common mistakes.

[@RUSLexplorer2020]

Thanks.

[@darkhackersploits]

I am professional corporate software system engineer and i am considering to go with my motorhome traveling and living on the road where can I find like remote jobs and if you do remote job how you guys get paid what should I consider before going into digital nomad life and live full time in my motorhome any advice??

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Hey! Wow sounds like an exciting journey ahead :) I'd be sure you have a stable income (e.g. one or two clients) or savings and that's really it! Everything else is reversible if you find you don't like it :D Are you in America?

[@darkhackersploits]

Digital Nomad Girl no I am in UK I believe same as you hehe

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Oh cool! Technically yes... although I'm never actually there! haha.

[@deimanterepsaite9014]

Hi, I'm going to study graphic design. In your opinion, is it a profitable way to gain money and will I be able to become a nomad by doing that? :) I know, its a must to have few income resources, but have you heard some success stories about graphic designers? :)) P.S. Love your videos, you're wonderful!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Awww you're so so kind!! Yes I think graphic design is a very proven nomad plan :) Of course it's active income rather than passive (see my other recent video about that) but it's always in demand :) When do you start your studies?

[@deimanterepsaite9014]

I'm so happy you answered so soon!:) I will graduate from schoo in 6 weeks from now and my studies will start in autumn. First I need to pass the exam to get there so I hope I will 😅

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Wow - that's so soon! I'm sure you will :D Sounds like you've got a great plan in place. The main thing with graphic design is to try and build up a portfolio while you're studying so that you don't have to do any unpaid work after you graduate! You got this :D

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks for sharing Louis!! Definitely ups and downs are the hardest thing about being freelance :( Glad things are going well for you! Which country are you heading to next?

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Ooo good to know! How do the visas work?

[@Falcodrin]

My idea to become a "digital nomad" isn't typical. I plan on saving a couple hundred thousand dollars. This would be enough to give me 1k a month or more returns. Then I could focus full time as a "retiree" on KZbin. Any other kind of low input money making ideas? The stock photos idea from one of your other videos really caught my eye. I wouldn't need much just a hundred a month would drastically increase my quality of life and it wouldn't matter how long it took to build up. So yea any low time input low output completely passive ideas?

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Hey Larry. Gosh - I've never heard of that plan before! How will you save a few hundred thousand? Do you already have a very high paying job? Would be fab if you could save that much! Most passive income requires significant input at the start (I guess nothing in life is free!!) - I suppose the easiest of all is outsourcing - e.g. coming up with kindle book ideas, or things to sell on Shopify - but then getting other people to actually do the legwork (and you pay them). If you don't invest time you'll have to invest money though! Hope that helps :)

[@Falcodrin]

Digital Nomad Girl I have yet to graduate and get a job but by my math, living frugally and saving most of my income I could be ready in 8 years with an income of 44k a year or 13 years with an income of 32k a year. All I need is about 400k to live on 3% and keep my investment growing slowly on its own. In my IT field the median pay for the entry level job is 38k and as an admin its much higher. I'm looking into stock photography since that's a small hobby of mine and there is always the possibility of getting my employer wherever I get a job to let me work as a remote phone tech for a massive pay cut. Lower pay always seems to make employers listen 😉. I tried shopify but there is always the worry of customer service and possible bad products from China. I hope to be out of the rat race before I work myself to death so wish me luck!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Good luck indeed!! The hardest part will be resisting spending that income - most people just adapt their life to fill their budget. Will be great if you can avoid that and save up a lot where others waste it! Keep me updated :)

[@RaquelFurchinetti]

Hi Louis. How about doing a course about being a Digital Nomad. I´m sure there wll be many sales. Love ya! ;-)

[@digitalnomadgirl]

I am considering it! Currently working on an ebook which hopefully will be a good start :)

[@RaquelFurchinetti]

For sure ;-)

[@FrancisDarracott]

Top work!

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Oh hey friend - thanks for stopping by!! What's new with you?

[@Pedro-lp2kj]

love your eyes

[@patrynaswritings7617]

2018 what's Thailand visa rules . Thanks A lot where are you living now. Maybe you should do a course on being a digital no mad

[@NonStopParis]

You mean, don't just yolo it?!?!?

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Ahah! Have savings so you can YOLO? Not sure if that is an oxymoron!! lol

[@alirahman4638]

This week you are Beautiful

[@pekkakorhonen1515]

I guess the reason why people are scared about becoming digital nomads is the fact that we don't know how to deal with our online income. My friend makes some 800€ a month in udemy, selling t-shirts and e-books online etc. but as an entrepreneur in Germany she has to pay her taxes to Germany and can't get a working visa outside the EU without officially moving her company there. That's possible but amazingly expensive.

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Very true. Visas are an endless problem as you're normally not eligible for a tourist visa OR a working visa (because you don't have an employer in that country). Tricky stuff!

[@praveennambiarashmira]

Encouraging

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Thanks! :)

[@TheLastProphet777]

Is anyone here a Nomad accountant or knows if this is doable? I’m an entry level accountant that does tax/bookkeeping/ and audit. I would love to travel abroad while doing accounting remotely.

[@digitalnomadgirl]

I have met several nomad accountants :) It's definitely possible!

[@mehzabinpinky]

Nice video gorgeous thumbs up

[@waveboi93]

I think your site is down :(

[@digitalnomadgirl]

Hiya! Thanks for letting me know :) I've been having some trouble with it, but it should be back up now. Thanks for watching!!