What I love about Kuala Lumpur, pt. 245: How easy it is to order Grab food and work remotely.
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Most digital nomads confuse business with progress. After working across a dozen countries, I found three systems that work. Deep Work blocks: 2-hour chunks, single project, zero distractions. Calendar tracking: I log every hour to see where my week actually goes. Monday reviews: I analyze time leaks and adjust. Productivity
I use this 3-step process every time I travel to a new destination and need a local SIM. Step 1: Verify the list of most reliable local telcos Step 2: Compare rates at eSIMDB vs my current prepaid roaming deals vs Perplexity eSIM recs Step 3: Pick the best option
Years of nomadic life taught me vital skills: 1. Self-reliant organization Visa issues, missed flights, lost bookings. You solve problems independently in unfamiliar places. 2. Curiosity opens doors Ask genuine questions to understand cultures and build lasting relationships. 3. Clear writing keeps you connected Your remote work success runs on
Forget the home office narrative. Remote work means: - no cramped cubicles - no draining office politics - no daily 3-hour commuting You can work from Antarctica, the Australian Outback, middle of the Pacific Ocean, or even the ISS. Anywhere with internet becomes your office. Location stops mattering when you
I realized it’s been a while since I properly introduced myself, so here goes: I’m Piotrek, I create content about meaningful relationships, remote work, and travel adventures, all while striving for work-life balance. All of it is for my fellow digital nomads. Whether you’ve been here a
Don't pick your first nomad destination just because everyone else did. Skip the Bali and Chiang Mai hype. Instead, match your first remote work spot to what actually matters. Time zones that overlap with your work hours. Food you can enjoy eating daily. Weather your body can handle.
Most remote workers are still chained to timezones. I built my work differently. I can work any 8 hours in any timezone. This means I keep my productive routine in Tokyo, Lisbon, or wherever I land next. The secret? I focus on async work and clear written communication. My clients
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