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I’m 37, I work in tech, and my back hurts. I'm getting a manual treadmill. TL;DRI’ve worked remotely for 10+ years and tried everything: expensive chairs, standing desks, and ergonomics consultants.Still, I was stuck with low-grade, chronic discomfort—until I started testing a manual treadmill desk.It’s silent, fully manual, requires no maintenance, and arrived fully assembled (at 130kg, including device+desk).Yes, it starts around $3,000—but it feels like timeless furniture than a gadget.After a month of use, I can see myself walking at this desk for the next 30 years.The slow creep of too much sittingBack in my 20s, I could sit for hours in the worst possible positions—…

March 24, 2025 Hey folks, Kicking off the week with a quote from James Clear: "Sometimes all you need for exceptional results is average effort repeated for an above-average amount of time." When the job search feels like a grind, consistency is your secret weapon. You've got this! Vic Our Favorite Articles 💯US Executives Predict Work From Home Is Here To Stay (HBR)Forget the return-to-office panic: leaders are betting big on remote. ​This Stanford brief​ breaks down the numbers behind the shift. Illustration by Sandra NavarroYou Don't Need a Mentor to Get the Career Advice You Need (HBR)Mentorship is great but not essential. ​This article​ offers smart ways to get care…

Hey folks, It’s been a weird stretch: layoffs, gloomy headlines, AI overload. If your job search feels extra heavy right now, you’re not alone. This week, I wanted to share a few things that might help. Some practical, some uplifting. All worth your time. Vic Our Favorite Articles 💯Jamie Wignall/The GuardianHow To Use AI To Get a Job Interview And Nail It – Along With The Salary You Deserve (The Guardian)​This one​'s packed with practical tips: how to use ChatGPT and AI tools smartly (without relying on them completely). These Software Engineers Were Struggling To Find Work. Then They Offered To Pay $10,000 For Their Next Job (Business Insider)A reminder that bold moves …

Helping Destinations Connect with the Borderless Generation As global travel evolves, millions of remote workers, digital nomads, and “flexpats” are choosing destinations not just for …View the full article

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The following is an excerpt from my latest book Digital Nomad Nation: The Rise of a Borderless Generation You can purchase this book in Kindle …View the full article

Welcome to Remote Real Talk, our monthly Q&A series where we share honest, thoughtful conversations with members of the Remotive community who are building meaningful careers in remote work. We sat down (virtually) with Deb Haas, People leader, coach, and author of the newsletter 404: HR Not Found, to talk about what job seekers need to know when navigating the remote job market in 2025. Deb has hired global teams, gone through a layoff herself, and is now job searching again, so she brings empathy, clarity, and lived experience to every answer. This is a shorter version of our conversation (lightly edited for clarity and readability), which first appeared last week…

Living the lifestyle of a digital nomad, location and financially independent, and traveling the world is a dream that many have. However, this dream comes …View the full article

For expats, flexpats, and nomads aiming to live long term in Spain, visas, the EU 90 day visa exemption, and passport issues can be a …View the full article

Seychelles operates a unique and welcoming visa policy aiming for mutual visa free travel and allowing foreigners visiting Seychelles to visit, and stay, without any …View the full article

Have you ever longed to live in the Tuscan countryside for a year, see the Northern lights and experience the polar night, or work with a Caribbean sea view? Well, now it's easier than ever with the new digital nomad visas. A digital nomad visa allows remote workers to live and work in a foreign country for an extended period. They are temporary residence permits that typically last longer than a regular tourist visa. So, to get you started on your next adventure, here's everything you need to know about digital nomad visas if you want to work remotely in almost every region of the world. We do not mention health insurance in the requirements but assume that it will be r…

Happy Monday! The job market keeps shifting, and it's not just about finding a role, but making sure it fits you. This week, I've pulled together reads on how to stand out, use AI without sounding like a robot, and why flexibility still matters (a lot). Hope it helps you move forward on your terms. – Vic Our Favorite Articles 💯How to Make Your Remote Job Application Stand Out in 2025 (Remotive)Writing “remote” in your resume header won’t cut it in 2025: here’s what actually helps you stand out. ​Read on​. Illustration by Jennifer Tapias DerchWant to Use AI as a Career Coach? Use These Prompts (HBR)AI can do more than write cover letters—if you know how to ask the right q…

Welcome to Remote Real Talk, our monthly Q&A series where we share honest, thoughtful conversations with members of the Remotive community who are building meaningful careers in remote work. This time, I had the chance to speak with Andrew Gobran, Senior People Business Partner at Doist and a longtime member of the Remotive community. Andrew’s thoughtful approach to people-first practices, intentional career choices, and remote hiring gave me a lot to think about, and I hope it will for you, too. Below are six highlights from our conversation, lightly edited for clarity and readability. 🧭 What made you want to join Doist?I have many reasons! I wanted to work for a co…

Hi there, Did you know that most of the U.S. remote workforce is made up of white men—yet research shows that women are the ones who benefit the most from remote work? Or that not going to the office doesn’t just shape our daily routines, but can influence things as big as air pollution and climate change? Many of these insights are explored in our State of Remote Work 2026 report, alongside two additional articles and a quiz designed to test how much we really know about office life. My score surprised me—now I’m curious… how did you do on the quiz? -Maja Our Favorite Articles 💯State of Remote Work 2026 (Remotive)Fresh data reveals where remote work is headed, and what’s…

Hello folks, Monday mornings need a nudge. This week’s picks are about staying sharp in every sense—training your brain to keep learning, finding the right time-management method, and protecting yourself from remote job scams. And for a bit of perspective, I’ve included a witty piece on Australia’s move to make working from home a legal right. Different angles, one goal: helping you thrive in the ever-shifting world of work. -Maja Our Favorite Articles 💯Remote Work as a Legal Right?(The Guardian)Australia’s state of Victoria is considering laws to make working from home a legal right. 👉 ​Learn more​. Time Blocking vs. Time Boxing (Hubstaff)Two similar-sounding methods, tw…

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Barnes & Noble Click to purchase “Digital Nomad Nation” in eBook or paperback from Barnes & Nobles Google Play Store Click here to read the first 20 pages, or order the eBook in Google Play A Brother Abroad Library Click to download the PDF copy (or use a free coupon code) at the ABA Library ... Read moreView the full article

Hello folks, The more I read about AI, the more I’m torn—am I becoming AI-ffectionate, or just AI-nxious? One thing I’m sure of: AI isn’t just changing how we work. It’s reshaping our language, the way we communicate, what we need to be cautious about—and in the world of remote work and hiring, even how we prove we’re actually human. Now that AI can do the thinking, is it possible that the most human thing left… is waving? -Maja Our Favorite Articles 💯Hiring Meets Its Deepfake Era (HR Brew)By 2028, 1 in 4 job applications could be deepfakes. To tell who's real, recruiters are asking some very unusual questions.👉 ​Keep reading​. The Hidden Damage AI Can Do at Work (ACM)AI…

The following checklist is straight straightforward list of “to do” items for your upcoming move. It is a good idea to review every item to ensure that the transition to your new life is as easy as possible. Aim to address each item well before departure. For items that may not apply, confirm they are ... Read moreView the full article

Poor indoor air quality can reduce cognitive performance by up to 50% High CO2 levels (1,000+ ppm) can make you feel sluggish and impair decision-making.Air monitor detects issues, like a "canary in the coal mine" for ventilation.I never paid much attention to air quality before. Then I realized I was sitting 10+ hours in the same room. Shouldn't I check if the air was any good? Remember the last time you were stuck in an airplane for 5+ hours? The air feels stuffy and stale. Same thing can happen at work! The Invisible Culprit Behind Your WFH Slump Picture this: You’ve been glued to your desk for six straight hours, wearing the same pajamas you slept in, and your brai…

Everyone would love the idea of being “financially independent,” and the FIRE approach is a great option that makes that life accessible. Unfortunately, the prospect of sacrificing life’s comforts to achieve and live in Lean FIRE, or even FIRE, is too much for some to fathom. At the other end of the spectrum, the millions ... Read moreView the full article

Want A FREE 15 Minute Video Overview of Digital Nomad Nation?Digital Nomad Nation is a great read—but at 375 pages, it takes time. Digital Nomad Nation is 375 pages of strategy and stories. If you want the essentials now, grab my 15-minute video that distills the whole book—free—plus a toolkit to get moving Get your ... Read moreView the full article

Hello folks, Remote work can open doors far beyond your home office—whether it’s a path to living abroad, building a more secure retirement, or even purposefully stepping into a scam to see how it plays out. But before any of that, remote work often has to be negotiated, unless it’s already assured. Enjoy this week’s reads. -Maja Our Favorite Articles 💯How to Negotiate Remote Work (Forbes)If your manager is still reluctant about remote work, these four negotiation strategies can help tip the balance. 👉 ​Learn more​. I got hired by a scammer (Slate)Plot twist: after spotting a scammer, the writer decided to take the job anyway. 👉 ​Read on​. Working From Home and Retirement…

Hi everyone, In today’s world of well-established systems, it’s often the smallest changes that leave the biggest mark. From the English-Italian interpreter who knows that “raining cats and dogs” doesn’t call for an animal rescue, to the mindset shifts that reshape business culture, all the way down to the everyday tweaks that make work easier: small things matter. Enjoy this week’s read! – Maja Our Favorite Articles 💯Irreplaceably Human (Hegemon)It’s the human mind that gives meaning to facts. This piece explores why interpretation, context, and nuance remain uniquely ours. 👉​ Keep reading​. Gen Z & Career Minimalism (Glassdoor)Climbing the corporate ladder isn’t th…

Hello folks, Remote work is still full of experiments—and this summer, we’re embracing the chaos (and the charm). From plotting your next digital nomad move to distracting your cat during meetings, and laughing at comics that feel suspiciously accurate—because let’s be honest, remote never means boring. Enjoy the reads. :) -Maja Our Favorite Articles 💯Photo by Amine Mayoufi/PexelsYour cat’s new favorite coworker (6AM City)Let’s be honest: we all enjoy a little attention from our purring friends — but sometimes, we need to get us off the hook. 👉 ​Find out how​. Hammam Fuad/UnsplashCommunity is Motivation on Tap (Alan Wu)The communities we belong to quietly shape how we wo…