What is a Digital Nomad?

What is a Digital Nomad?

Author: Kristin Wilson | Traveling with Kristin July 2, 2019 Duration: 27:15

In this solo episode, Kristin clarifies the common myths, misconceptions, and possibilities around digital nomadism, location independence, and remote work, related to:
* Required tech skills
* Quitting your job
* Traveling and cost of travel
* Freelancing
* Passive income
* Job titles
* Entrepreneurship
* Digital nomad "trendiness"

We also discuss:
* The various categories and types of remote workers.
* How to break through the perceived limitations of a location-independent lifestyle.
* How the self-imposed labels and stereotypes of "digital nomads" are unfounded and unnecessarily hold people back from going remote.

Digital nomadism is a dynamic, ever-evolving mindset. It's not a fixed destination or identity. For all intents and purposes, it doesn't matter what your job title is, how you support yourself, or where you fall along the digital nomad spectrum - we are all helping to define digital nomadism for ourselves. And that's okay.

What is a Digital Nomad? (Video) 

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About Kristin: 
Kristin Wilson is an online entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and content creator who has lived and worked in 60+ countries. She coaches people who want to work online and travel through her courses, workshops, and two YouTube channels. She also consults companies in adopting remote work policies.

Kristin is a Top Writer on Quora and Medium who has been featured in Bloomberg Businessweek, ESPN, The New York Times, Huffpost, HGTV's House Hunters International, and more.

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There's a certain rhythm to building a life that isn't tied to a single address, and that's the beat Traveling with Kristin moves to. Hosted by Kristin Wilson, a veteran digital nomad who has been navigating the world as an entrepreneur for years, this podcast feels like a series of candid conversations with a friend who's already figured out a lot of the logistics so you don't have to. Each episode digs into the practicalities and the personal shifts that come with choosing a borderless existence. You'll hear honest discussions about the financial realities of retiring abroad, the unexpected challenges of working from a new time zone every few months, and the cultural nuances that you only learn by being there. It's not just about destination highlights; it's about the mindset and the mechanics of designing a sustainable international lifestyle. Kristin brings a grounded perspective, stripping away the glossy social media filter to talk about what global living actually requires-from visas and banking to building community and maintaining relationships on the road. If you're contemplating a permanent move overseas or simply want to weave more extended travel into your remote work, this podcast serves as an essential, deeply relatable guide. Tune in for a mix of solo reflections, interviews with others who've made the leap, and actionable advice that makes the world feel a little more accessible and your dreams a lot more possible.
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