Work never stops when your office is everywhere. That's the trap I fell into as a nomad. No commute means no mental switch between work and life. I learned this the hard way in Bali, answering emails at midnight because “it's just one more thing.” Now
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Geo-blocking isn't just about missing your Netflix shows. It cuts deeper for creators like me. For example, in China, Cambodia, Indonesia, my audience can't access YouTube, Spotify, or Instagram. Local policies block them out. That means my content never reaches them. That's why I
The Social Web is happening. One handle. Multiple platforms. No gatekeepers. My @piotrek@nerdontour.net works everywhere. Threads. Mastodon. Ghost. Flipboard. This is how the internet was meant to be. Interoperable, decentralized, diverse. Early days? Absolutely. But I'm thrilled about the possibilities. Follow me wherever you are.
Think of nomading like camping. You pack up, explore the world, and collect experiences. But the tent can come down whenever you want. There's no shame in returning home. I've seen too many nomads force themselves to keep moving when they're clearly done. Do
Teens are ditching social media. Facebook dropped from 71% to 32%. Instagram's stalling. Even TikTok is slowing down. That's wonderful! They see through the ad-driven engagement traps. Instead of endless scrolling, they're choosing Discord hangouts, gaming sessions, and actual face time with friends. That&
Building a location-independent business isn't about escaping the office. It's about designing freedom on your terms. I've learned that remote income requires: 1. Globally universal skills. 2. Clients who value results over presence. 3. Systems that run without you. The digital nomad lifestyle sounds
Medical crises don't wait for convenient timing. I learned this the hard way. Here's what works: keep digital copies of prescriptions and insurance cards in encrypted cloud storage. Register with your embassy. Have a local emergency number list saved offline. Most importantly, stay in touch of
The biggest mistake digital nomads make is treating trip planning like a vacation itinerary. You need a system that accounts for visa runs, tax residency, banking requirements, and flight logistics. I learned this while acquiring Portuguese residency, running LTD in the UK, while hopping around Asia. Now I map routes
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