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OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNET WHILE TRAVELING

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OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNET WHILE TRAVELING

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There was a time when people only had wired telephones and messages were sent through postal mails or via the telegraph if it has to be urgent, though it will still reach destination in a day or two. Then cellular phones came followed by the invention of the internet and a great change in lifestyle swept worldwide. Now, young and old alike are getting so attached to their cellular phones and internet connection has become so important we will not be surprised if it will one day be considered as one of the basic needs of man. Yes, it has now become even more important that almost everyone wants to stay connected to the internet while traveling to their offices, work places and schools.

There are a lot of reasons why people need internet connection.  Video calls are not only for those in a long distance relationships. Parents can monitor their children’s activities, manage the house while at work and make purchases using their phones. The increasing number of online workers and businessmen update while on the go. Online messaging is now the fastest way of communication. Even fund transfer can be done in seconds. They have no worries when at home with a stable internet connection but it is a different story when they go out. These are just a few of the many reasons why people need to stay connected to the internet while traveling.

Internet providers are in a continuous process of upgrading their system and providing all kinds of WiFi promos and WiFi devices to meet the demands for a strong and fast connection to the internet while traveling. There are places and establishments which provide free WiFi but the internet speed may not be enough to serve all. So for faster browsing and work-related usage, it is more favorable to own a personal pocket WiFi or a portable hotspot. Let us be wise not to leave anything to chance. Planning ahead for the trip must include all preparation to stay connected to the internet while traveling.

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 WEBSITE BLOCKER IS ONE OF THE REMOTE WORKER’S BASIC NEEDS 

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 WEBSITE BLOCKER IS ONE OF THE REMOTE WORKER’S BASIC NEEDS 

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How can a much anticipated vacation or trip abroad be made more organized and meaningful? After all the preparation had been done and the trip tickets were paid, next comes the booking of the place to stay and listing of places to visit. Many people think that doing it themselves will cut on some cost and do them a little savings. This may be the reason why we now have some online apps which are full of travel ideas, places and suggested activities where you can choose what to include in your travel activities that would fit your travel budget.

We have found an app which we know is one of the most helpful so far.. With this app installed in your mobile phone, you can be assisted to hotels and transportation companies.  You can also have updated information about places to visit and the cost of such visit. As much as every traveler wants to make the most out of every trip, whether with the family, friends or just traveling alone, using this app to organize your travel activities will be a better decision.

There are a lot of choices online but we have to settle for one which can do more for us. Travel with lesser worries.  If you are going on a working or a business trip, you may want to find somewhere to relax and bond together nearby to add to the details of the travel activities. Let the experts lend a hand and allow you a stress-free travel experience. At the end of the day, you will find that it was something you really need.

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The world all over has millions of graduates every year and majority of them aspire to get employed and land on stable jobs. This poses much pressure on the applicants because in many countries, job seekers are in greater proportion than job opportunities. Many of these graduates remain unemployed while others land on jobs not related to their professions. For those who were not lucky enough to get hired to an office work, the virtual world may just have a place for you to work. Working remotely can be equally rewarding too with added benefits. Graduates in tertiary education nowadays are tech-savvy as computer lessons are now part of primary and secondary education. A stable internet connection and a personal computer are basic to having an online job and these are easily accessible these days.

Working remotely offers the opportunity to do office assignments at home, to work without the hassle of commuting daily to and from the office and to be comfortably working alone with or without direct supervision. Whenever necessary, this work allows travelling as long as internet connection can be established and will still allow work to be done. For a comprehensive presentation, this article is linked to a discussion of the challenges of working remotely while travelling as presented by somebody who has earned her way to other places by doing a full time work at home. It is hoped that this might serve as an encouragement to any aspiring job seeker.

To complete this presentation, we have also included a link to an article that also discusses the disadvantages of working remotely. This is necessary like where there are two sides to a coin; these disadvantages are not here to discourage anyone from having remote work. This is to fully prepare aspiring online workers to face the challenges they might encounter in the virtual work environment. Please click on the keywords and read more on this. Who knows, this might just be what you are looking for. We will be expecting some valuable feedback and comments on how we have helped you with this.

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The current trend of doing home-based work has attracted many homemakers who need to augment their family income without the trouble of leaving home for the office early in the morning and coming home late in the afternoon from long hours of travel. Even a part-time work from home can be a good thing for a housewife who needs additional budget for the growing children. But it is not only for the financial breakthrough it can give, a work from home can also boost the morale of a woman who have longed to regain her professional dignity but cannot fit an office routine to her home schedules.

Being an online employee, also known as a remote worker, has some plus factors which are truly attractive to consider. A remote worker decides on the length of time he can dedicate to work, he can choose to take either a part-time or a full-time job. There are no dress codes or uniforms to maintain. It is also economical as there are no transportation expenses.  Meal times can be enjoyed with the family. Those who have the skills and proficiency can find a lot of opportunities in online jobs while others will have their chance to learn and grow.

Like working in an office environment, an online job is still a work which calls for a dedicated effort to have assigned tasks done at their proper time. Working remotely is as much challenging as managing one’s own business because the remote worker, though a team player working alone, creates his little office at home or even where he is when there is a chance to travel. May our readers find it encouraging to make remote work an alternative if going to the office is already becoming burdensome.  We will be expecting some comments from you as to how these articles have helped you.

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You've probably read or heard about working remotely a dozen times. From the abundant of bloggers writing about independent location lifestyle or maybe from someone you know who's living as a digital nomad.

I've been enjoying the life like a free bird. After working for more than 10 years in an office environment, I finally got out of my comfort zone and chose a new career that gives me the freedom to work anywhere and anytime. I've been given an opportunity to have a stable job, earn money and of course, travel whenever I can without worrying too much about my work schedule.

As I've adapted myself to this lifestyle, I thought I'd share my thoughts on what I've observed so far and what you should anticipate if you're considering making the shift from the office to working remotely.

1. You'll start hearing these from your family, friends (and even from strangers)
Prepare yourself from these common sentiments that you will hear often from the people around you.

"I'm so jealous of all the free time you must have."- Like people assume that someone who works remotely isn't busy like them.

"I'm jealous that you can work whenever you want!" - Ummm yeah, but I still follow a schedule; otherwise I won't get things done.

"You must get so much housework done during the day!" - Nope, I'm not cleaning the house or doing the laundry all day!

"So, since you're schedule is flexible, can you come to mom's doctor's appointment/babysit my kids/run errands for me? - Because they think you have all the time in the world.

"I could never handle working alone all day. I'd go insane!" - Yes, the feeling of isolation is there, but I don't let it overcome me and working remotely enables me to concentrate more on my task.

2. Working remotely is not always rainbows and unicorns

Some people might think that it's easy, but just like working in an office, working remotely comes with its share of challenges. You may have the liberty to work anywhere and the flexible work schedule sounds awesome, but you also have to cope up with some struggles that you need to first resolve all by yourself. Although most of the challenges have minimal effects, there are times that a remote worker can find himself in a major situation in which it can be overwhelming. Here are some of the difficulties that I've encountered so far:

Finding a comfortable and laptop friendly work space when travelling

Slow to sometimes no internet connection - this feels like a horror story

Keeping myself fit and healthy (sitting most of the day and eating easy-to-prepare unhealthy foods)

Reaching out to team members spread across different time zone and locations

Getting my salary on time (it was the money transfer company's mistake just to be clear)

Do you want to know how to overcome these challenges? Please read my article here
3. Communication is very important

There's a common wrong idea when it comes to remote workers that everyone is self employed living off their internet businesses with no ties to actual organisations. This is simply not true. The majority of remote workers are employed individuals working for some companies across the globe. Most of us are tied to a business with a team clocking in a fairly standard eight hour work day. This is why remote employees must have good communication strategies to survive and thrive.

Email is the number one tool to communicate, so always be clear and to the point.

Nobody can see your facial reaction and body language so you must learn how to express yourself effectively in writing.

Being sociable isn't necessary and a perfect speaker isn't needed all the time, but learn how to pass the message precisely.

You'll be asking questions and clarifications about a project or task, don't ever hesitate.

Always make sure that you understand instructions.

Update your reporting manager on your progress for the day.

If possible, request for daily catch up calls and monthly overview video-call meeting.

4. Nobody cares what you wear and how you look

It's the most overused and popular working-remotely perk. But it's actually true, because not having to put on your office attire every morning is a huge plus when you're working remotely. Aside from the absolute comfort factor, not having to try on outfit after outfit, put on make-up, shave, groom, and everyday preparation saves you a good five to six hours every week.

Strict dress code policy is over and gone are the days that you have to look sharp all week.

You can say goodbye to ugly uniforms

No more colour coordinated Fridays!

Working in your pajamas becomes the new norm

Your wardrobe will be full of shirts and shorts

Who cares if your hair is a mess or if you haven't showered for days?

Nobody cares if you wear the same clothes over and over

I'd like to point out though that you shouldn't neglect your personal hygiene; its basic knowledge. I've also read that some people who work remotely are still dressing up to feel motivated. I guess it all depends on what makes us feel good.

5. Flexibility comes with responsibility

It may feel like you are you own boss, but the flexibility you enjoy as a remote worker comes with duties and responsibilities. Yes, you're the boss when it comes to your work schedule and location, but you're also the IT guy, the supervisor, and the administrative assistant. There is no one around to help you so always remember the following:

Deadlines are meant to be met - keep this in mind

Being reliable and available is always a must - stable internet service is a priority

Work independently and with no supervision - nobody is looking over your shoulder

Just me, myself and I - do things on your own

You should learn to self-manage

6. Saving money is easier

It was very difficult for me to save money before, but since I started working remotely, I realized that I could save more money for my travel goals.

Like, I don't need to spend too much on my daily lunch and overrated morning coffee to start my day.

I don't need to travel to work every day, so I could save transportation money. That's a chuck of monthly savings from not spending money on fare or fuel.

Just choose to settle in a venue where internet is available and I can work peacefully on my own.

I don't need to buy new clothes, shoes and makeup to primp and prime as I can work wearing whatever free and easy.

7. You can't waste time

As most new remote workers observe, working remotely isn't always perfect; in fact, some may end up wasting time in more than one area, and if you aren't careful, you could seriously jeopardize your overall productivity. If you want to hold yourself accountable for getting your work done, you'll need some kind of time-based backbone. It's a good idea to adhere to some kind of schedule.

Most of the time, I work 8 hours straight, just like when I was in the office.

If I woke up late, I bounce between tasks, and end up working until late at night to fit everything in.

Sometimes, I split the work hours throughout the day to give myself time to run some errands.

I do work for a few hours on weekends to compensate on those times that I missed during the week, to be paid in full.

8. Get ready to be isolated

There's no doubt that I enjoy my remote work, although after a few months into my new chosen field, working away from office and social environment, I kind of felt strange and isolated. The isolation consisted of the following:

Working on my own for the full day

Communicating with team only over email, chat or voice call.

No more unexpected desk visits from co-workers and impromptu meetings in the hallway.

A reduced number of visits to see friends

Working later and unsocial times

No office pals to grab lunch with every day

No after-work beer with colleagues

Someone who works remotely may choose to work alone in their home on occasion, but remember that that's not our only option. To alleviate the feeling of confinement and being left off, coffee shops, libraries, and coworking spaces are exceedingly popular among remote workers.

9. No more IT department

In an office, the minute the Internet goes down or your computer froze, you always call the Help Desk, and voila, it's someone else's problem. When you're working remotely, it's all you.

You could end up wasting several hours, even days, waiting for the cable guy to fix your internet or trying to explain your issues to customer service.

Google is your new "go-to-guy" when you stumble upon something unusual on your laptop

Always have a backup plan for when things like this happen and invest in a good laptop and anti-virus software. Any of these situations can be very frustrating, however these also teach us to be patient and be self-reliant.

10. Distraction is everywhere so stay focused!

From errands, chores, and personal responsibilities, distraction is everywhere when you're working remotely full-time or freelance. Aside from these, websites and other online activities are also tempting when you're working without someone physically monitoring you and telling you to wrap it up and get back to work!
What can you do?
Honestly, it can be very hard to stay focused on your work when you have these online distractions. It's easy to say "just turn it off" or "just quit it", but research shows that it's not at all easy to do. Our brains crave the rewards triggered by digital distractions - the tiny hits of dopamine that keep us checking, responding, nibbling away.

Allocate time for errands, chores and things that can affect your productivity.

Set a boundary between your personal responsibilities and work.

Put away your mobile phone unless you need it for work

Use a website blocker like Freedom app to block websites and apps or the entire internet if you want to. With your distractions blocked, you can get into your workflow and stay on task.

11. You may feel like you're relaxing at home - but you're not!

Unless you leave home to go to a coffee shop, coworking space or travel while working, it can be difficult to separate work from your regular life when you're working remotely from home because you both relax and work in the same place. And while working from home, the sight of your bed is a constant reminder to lie down and rest. It's easy to start mixing work and leisure, but it's best not to.

Separate your work space from your resting place.

Working while you're propped against pillows is great, but if you're working from your bed it can become more difficult to fall asleep since your brain will think you're in a place of work.

Or it can be hard to work because your brain will think you're in a place for sleep.

If you have a spare room at your house, or even just a corner, turn it into your own little office.

You might want to stay away from the TV room or unsubscribe from Netflix if needed!

12. Now the best part - Travelling becomes easier!

The best advantage of working remotely is the ability to travel more. The location and time flexibility allow a remote worker to work anywhere. From handy laptops to modern software that allows us to communicate smoothly, working remotely and travelling is indeed one of the best work-life balance goals.
Working remotely is not for everyone - and that's totally OK!
My Final Thoughts

It may be that the least-talked about aspect of working remotely is the reality that it's not for everybody. There are two sides to every coin, and the same goes for remote work. While remote work has many advantages, it's not for everyone.

Some may simply lack the individual drive and attention that working remotely demands.

Some people do not have the right attitude it requires to adapt in an entirely new work environment, especially if a person is working from home full of distractions.

Other people simply can't perform well without the ambience of the traditional office and the casual chitchat with their office buddies.

For whatever reason, the fact is not all of us are suited to remote work - and that's fine.

What's important is to give yourself enough time to weigh up whether it works for you or not. Sure, the adjustment won't be easy, but if you give it a fair shot, who knows it might work out. But if you feel that it really isn't for you, there's absolutely nothing wrong with that.

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12 Things You Will Realize When You Start Working Remotely

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You've probably read or heard about working remotely a dozen times. From the abundant of bloggers writing about independent location lifestyle or maybe from someone you know who's living as a digital nomad. I've been enjoying the life like a free bird.