Is the Digital Nomad dream dead? – The Nomad Newsletter

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Hey hey hey,

You know who it is.

It’s Francis with another Friday edition of The Nomad Newsletter.

Today is gonna be a good one. Not just because I say that literally every Monday and Friday (haha), but because I made today’s newsletter more linear…

Meaning, I’m gonna start it with an article about the state of digital nomadism, segue into how to land your dream remote job, then showcase one gorgeous country that’s 100% gung-ho about Nomad Visas, and end today’s issue with a way you can meet fellow nomads in nomad paradise.

How does that sound?

Before we get started, here’s an update on me:

I’m all good. Gonna see the new Bond movie with my homie, Alex, whom I mentioned in yesterday’s email.

I wrote a lot of emails for clients this week, and I’m feelin’ pretty burnt. BUT, I’m pumped to write this issue...because, well, I just like writing to you.

So thanks for reading.

Here’s the breakdown of today’s issue of The Nomad Newsletter.

💀 Is The Digital Nomad Dream Dead? Get some revealing stats that spill THE UNSUSPECTING TRUTH about the nomadic lifestyle.

👨‍💻 How To Land Your Dream Remote Job (Or Become A Freelancer) - Written by a new homie, Cam Woodsum. This details step-by-step to find and get hired by your dream company.

🇲🇹 Breaking NEWS: Malta’s Brand NEW Digital Nomad VISA - If you’re looking for a hidden paradise in the middle of the Mediterranean, then this may be your jam.

🌴 Scale Your Nomad Business In Paradise — Join me at Michelle Maree’s famous Nomad Escape Retreat in stunning Madeira, Portugal.

As you see…

They all kind of connect, in a way.

So if you’re looking for a semi-guide on how to launch your nomad lifestyle — I’d save this email.

Alrighty.

Without any further ado, let’s get started.

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The Dying Digital Nomad Lifestyle? Is It Over?
Here’s The Truth…

This is a pretty short and sweet article I just happened upon. Of course, with a title like that and a newsletter like this — I had to read it! It gives some fast in-depth information on the current stats of digital nomads. And it gives a pretty good prediction on the future of the remote work/travel industry.

Is it ending?

Was the pandemic’s change on remote work just a fad?

This article tells all.

How To Land Your Dream Remote Job
(Or Become A Freelancer)

By Cam Woodsum

Ever just meet someone the first time and feel like y’all just vibe?

Well, that’s exactly how it felt yesterday when I got a call with Cam. We talked about why we’re passionate about living nomadically, our journey into remote work, and our aspirations with the businesses we run.

It was one of those convos that I didn’t want to end, really because we could have gone down a rabbit hole, talking about travels, work, and past experiences that inspire us to experience as much as possible.

The Dirty Details On
Malta’s Digital Nomad Visa

Countries are going crazy HAM (hard as mf’er) on these Digital Nomad Visas.

These are visas that allow you to work and live in their respective countries. Giving you a ticket to live comfortably within their borders, take advantage of cheap and easy flights, and truly be treated as a ‘citizen’.

(there are pros and cons to each country though, of course)

If you’re looking for a slightly secluded Mediterranean country to live in that also allows you to enjoy picturesque old towns, stunning beaches, and a growing nomad community that’ll scale even more within the next few years.

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Scale Your Nomadic Lifestyle With Like-Minded People

Who Want To See You Succeed

Your Ticket To Nomad Island Fest 2021

I’ll be honest, I haven’t been a freelancer or digital nomad for long. Only 3.5 years.

But in that short amount of time, I was able to go from scrounging up egg-n-bread money in a dirty Budapest apartment to consistently earning $10,000/month as a freelance writer. Now, I could go on and say that I’m a “self-made man” and I did it all on my own.

But that’d be a lie.

I made it happen because I hung out with people who wanted the same thing as me.

People who wanted to live freely. People who had similar goals. That’s why The Nomad Escape's Nomad Island Fest 2021 is a good idea if you want to launch your nomadic lifestyle.

Because when you join this festival, you’ll be surrounded by successful people who are thriving nomads. You can be one handshake away from a game-changing client, new business idea, or business partner that can take your work to a new level where you work less and earn more.

I know Michel, the owner of The Nomad Escape, has put on these amazing retreats several times a year. And I know this festival will benefit anyone who joins.

====>To learn more, go here.

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Quick Links:
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6 Budget-Friendly Digital Nomad Hubs In Europe

4 Life Lessons Learned From Overcoming Drug Addiction

3 Ways To Become A Miserable Entrepreneur

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Alrighty.

That’s all I got for you today.

I’m feelin’ those Friday vibes, so I’m going to go ahead and make sure this outro is short.

I hope you have a good weekend and thank you so much for reading.

It means a lot.

Have a good and safe weekend,

Francis
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