Dreaming of being a digital nomad?
can find a way to monetize it online. From creating online courses to share your knowledge to writing to designing, there are a number of ways you can generate income online. You also can sell your services to businesses.
One example of a digital good is a training course. A math teacher, for example, could create a virtual training course on a site like Udemy or Skillshare to teach others, and that can then be monetized in the form of e-books, blog posts or a niche website.
5. Line up projects and contracts before you take off
Before I left for Spain, I set up meetings with everyone I knew and told them I was starting my own marketing agency. This helped me secure work before I left the country.
Though it’s possible to gain new contracts while abroad, it’s much less stressful to start your journey as a digital nomad having secured work to get you started. To sell your new digital service, network as much as possible and create revenue streams before you book your ticket out of the country.
6. Start downsizing
In the last two years, I’ve traveled to more than 20 countries. I have lived my life entirely from one big suitcase. Before becoming a digital nomad, I sold or gave away all my large possessions, from my bed to pots and pans.
Though you don’t need to be as minimalist as I am, having fewer possessions while on the road will make it much easier for you to travel from city to city. Now I only rent furnished apartments, and I don’t buy anything I can’t take with me. My decrease in consumption has allocated more money for travel and fun experiences while on the road.
Though it will take time, dedication and a bit of luck, a digital nomad journey can be possible if you set your mind to it.
Arianna O’Dell is the founder of Airlink Design.