If your job requires a lot of travel time, then you know the challenges you face when it comes to working remote. Where it’s staying connected, trying to access files, or sometimes, just finding a decent Wi-Fi signal, there are a lot of bumps in the road when you’re always working on the road. But being a “digital nomad” has its perks. Here are four tips to help you get the most out of your road warrior lifestyle.

1. Digital Nomad
The Life of a
Four Tips for a Better Life

2. Man Cannot Live on
Free Wi-Fi Alone
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How am I going to stay connected?

3. Whether you’re traveling across the
U.S. or in another country entirely,
you aren’t always going to be able to
pop into a McDonald’s or Starbucks to
leech off their free Wi-Fi to get work
done or to join a meeting. Consider
using a hot spot service that will allow
you to connect to Wi-Fi hot spots
scattered across the globe.

4. Pull the Plug
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But shouldn't I always be online?

5. This is a tough one for digital nomads,
especially if you are traveling across
different time zones frequently, but
you need to pull the plug at the end of
the day! While staying connected on
the go is important, living in present is
as well. If you’re working from a
satellite office or meeting with
prospects, take the time to unplug and
network in-person—it will feel like a
mini vacation.

6. Always Be Prepared
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What kind of tools should I pack for my trip?

7. Want to make sure your travels are
relatively stress-free? Channel your
inner Boy Scout and always be
prepared! Carry an external battery
pack for your cell phone, have a back-
up for your laptop, like a tablet, and
make sure your hot spot service is
ready to go. Always being prepared will
keep you from missing important
meetings or deadlines. And stress-free
travels are the best travels!

8. Stay Connected
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How can I stay connected with my colleagues?

9. If you’re traveling abroad, use your
company’s intranet to start
conversations with colleagues from the
offices stationed along your way. See if
anyone would like to meet for dinner
or drinks your first night in town.
Personal connections like this can
make you feel more at home even if
you’re miles away.

10. No matter where your life as a
digital nomad takes you, these
tips will help you make the
most of your travels. Learn
more about telework at
blog.pgi.com.