Recently, I had an interesting exchange with someone in a business-related group I belong to. This young man, a self-described GenXer, was stymied because he feels like he's playing catchup all the time with technology, and it's hindering his efforts to start a location-independent business. As a baby boomer, I had to laugh. But then I started thinking about it. . . I know quite a few … [Read more...]
Portable Careers — Can You Really Make a Location-Independent Living? (Part 2)
Is it possible in today's global economy to make a good living with a portable career as a writer? That's the question my friend Russell Ward asked recently. Here's Part 2 of my response. (You can see Part 1 here.) Yes, you can earn a living -- a very good living -- as a freelance writer. When thinking about this -- or any -- portable career, there's a catch, though. Make it Your … [Read more...]
Portable Careers — Can You Really Make a Location-Independent Living?
Recently my online expat blogging friend Russell Ward asked that question. "I've been an office worker my entire adult working life. I've been in government for ten years, in a blue chip corporation prior to that. In both sectors, I've worked in traditional office jobs, devoid of flexibility and misaligned with my outlook on life. "Both roles have been a means to an end, a way to pay the bills … [Read more...]
