Working from anywhere is an excellent way to make money and see the world simultaneously. But there are so many remote jobs out there that it can take time to find one that fits your skills and interests. I believe it is easy to find remote jobs online, and I am here to help in any way possible.
I put together this guide with everything you need to know about finding remote jobs for digital nomads.
By the end of this article, you’ll learn how much money you can make working from home, what kinds of jobs are available, and which companies offer them. I’ll show you the best ways to stand out from the other applicants.
Although I’m not a recruiter, I work in human resources. I also hang out with a lot of digital nomads. We often discuss how we came to be where we are today. They’ve given me the go-ahead to share what I’ve discovered with you.
What Are Remote Jobs?
Remote jobs can be completed from any location on the planet. All you need is a decent computer and a reliable internet connection.
Remote working is now possible because of advances in technology. More businesses than ever before are going remote and hiring remote workers and digital nomads.
Find Remote Jobs That Are Right For You
Consider your skills, interests, and lifestyle when looking for the best remote work. These components should be a good fit for your dream role.
Start a new career only if it fits your lifestyle and previous work experience. Taking on a role because it appears exciting or because everyone else is doing it may result in disappointment.
Tom, one of my nomadic buddies, wanted to travel with his childhood friends. He is a teacher, but two of his buddies are writers. Tom considered changing careers solely to be able to travel with his friends. His heart was in teaching, so he kept working until the epidemic forced him to go online.
Tom is now an online teacher and travels through Central Asia with his pals.
How Do You Apply for Remote Jobs?
Update your CV
Applying for remote roles is similar to regular office jobs. But it helps to tweak your CV. Highlight any skill or experience that will make you a valuable remote worker.
Update your LinkedIn profile.
This was the single most important thing I had to do. I used the “open to” function to specify that I wanted fully remote and part-time roles. I got a call within hours from a recruiter.
To update LinkedIn:
- Sign up for or log into your LinkedIn account
- Click on your name, which is under your profile picture.
- Click “Open To”, then update your preferences.
Specify your requirements.
Be careful here; some employers, although remote, expect you to pop into face-to-face meetings now and then. This will be a problem if you are miles away on another continent. If you want to avoid stepping into an office, be clear. Even if a company offers flexibility, it will still need to understand what it means to be a digital nomad!
Stand Out From Other Applicants
Treat your application as you would any in-person job application. Be prepared to show your skills when applying for remote jobs. For example, if you’re applying for a role requiring writing skills and the ability to work well with others, ensure that you include examples of previous work demonstrating these qualities.
It’s also essential when applying for remote jobs that you demonstrate your passion for the role and why it appeals to you.
Get familiar with remote working tools.
I had never heard of Slack or Asana until after I started working as a digital nomad. Now I can’t live without them. If this is your first time going remote, familiarise yourself with all the latest gizmos that make remote working possible. Drop these into casual conversations with your potential employer at the interview stage.
Show you are a self-starter.
The greatest fear for any company hiring remote workers is that they hire slackers. Staff that spend working hours watching Netflix, playing video games or other non-work related stuff. This fear is well-founded. But slackers slack even in the office.
Prove to your potential employer that you are a focused self-starter that takes pride in your work. Demonstrate with examples of times you’ve delivered a project within the deadline.
Understanding company culture
Remote work means working with diverse groups. People and groups that we may need to learn about. Do your research here to stand out from other applicants and to learn about the work culture. It’s no secret that working in China or Japan significantly differs from working in the United States or the United Kingdom.
Jenny, a nomad friend of mine, just quit her job in South East Asia because she couldn’t handle the long hours or working on the weekends. For her, the worst part was that she was supposed to do it without complaining.
Other parts of culture include how people greet each other and what they expect from meetings and conference calls.
How Much Can You Expect To Earn From A Remote Job?
Expect to earn the same as you would if you had a 9-to-5 office job. I work as an accountant. That is true whether I work from home or at an office. How much do accountants get paid? My qualifications and years of experience will also be considered. I am not paid less since I work from home.
Fully remote firms have been shown to pass on savings to their remote staff. After all, you use your home internet, electricity, and heating. These expenses will rise for employees but fall for employers because they will no longer have to pay for office space. Excellent employers split some of the savings from lower overheads.
Job boards and recruitment listings
Although old-fashioned, checking job boards is one of the best ways to check how much you can make. Check the pay scale for a specific role. Consider your qualifications, talents, and experience. Examine multiple job boards to compare and choose an average value.
Compensation benchmarking tools
A compensation benchmarking tool is excellent for anyone who wants to figure out their worth or negotiate their salary. It works by having you answer a few questions, after which it gives you an estimate of the salary you can expect to receive.
Check out these benchmarking tools:
Where Can You Find The Best Remote Jobs Online?
There are several places you can look for remote jobs on the internet. The first place to check is a job board devoted to remote work, such as Remote OK or We Work Remotely. You can also find listings on tech companies’ websites.
I have collated an all-in-one blog with a list of The Best Remote Jobs Worldwide to make finding your next remote role easy.
Remote Work, Common Misconceptions.
You have options beyond digital or technical roles.
Only some remote roles involve digital marketing, content creation, freelancing or IT. Various office and traditional roles can be done remotely by digital nomads.
Digital Nomads: Are they backpackers or settlers?
Not all digital nomads are backpackers who move from place to place and never settle down. Some digital nomads move around; some stay in one area and explore it for months or years. At the same time, some get to their ideal spot and never leave. I’m on a Central Asian tour. I’ve decided to base myself in Bishkek, from which to explore the rest of the region.
Remote working is not a special perk.
More businesses are becoming completely remote because it saves them money. Remote workers are happier and more productive because they don’t have to worry about getting to and from work or waste time in meaningless office gossip. Instead, they can devote more time to their personal lives. Working from home is a benefit to both you and a potential employer.
A win-win if you ask me.
Final Thoughts
Now that you’ve learned about remote work, it’s time to start! To discover your next career, look through our list of top recruiters. Let’s begin with Linkedin. I got my current job on LinkedIn, and I am totally biased.
But, all joking aside, Linkedin is a reliable buddy, offering some of the best remote job listings available. Check out Remote OK and Upwork if you’re seeking something specific, such as digital nomad jobs or freelance work.
You can also try looking for “remote employment” followed by a place, such as “remote jobs London” or “remote jobs Chiang Mai” on Google.
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