Summary

The author is preparing for a digital nomad lifestyle by reading three specific books that align with their interests in sustainability, international work opportunities, and remote work.

Abstract

The author is gearing up for a transition into the digital nomad lifestyle and has taken a proactive approach by delving into three relevant books. The first book, "Your Green Career" by Traci Lewis, is aimed at guiding women and nonbinary individuals into climate-related careers, reflecting the author's interest in sustainability and the growing importance of climate action for younger generations. The second book, "Working Holiday Visa Australia 23–24 Guide" by Marie Planchat, provides specialized information on obtaining a working holiday visa in Australia, a topic the author has previously explored in their writing. The final book, "The Digital Nomad Handbook" by Joe Bindloss for Lonely Planet, is included for its practical advice on location independence, a core aspect of digital nomadism. The author values the book's accessible language and clear presentation, and believes the insights gained will be applicable regardless of the final destination chosen.

Opinions

The author sees significant value in research and information gathering through various mediums, including books, to make informed decisions about lifestyle changes.
Climate careers are viewed as increasingly relevant and a potential career path for the author, especially considering the urgency of the climate crisis.
Australia is highlighted as a popular destination for British expatriates, which has prompted the author to explore the specifics of working holiday visas for that country.
The author is optimistic about the transferability of knowledge gained from the Australia-specific visa guide to other potential destinations.
"The Digital Nomad Handbook" is praised for its user-friendly approach, and the author anticipates that it will provide actionable advice for planning a life of travel and remote work.
The author is open to community engagement and invites readers to share their thoughts on the books mentioned, indicating a collaborative approach to learning and preparation.

I’m Reading These 3 Books To Help Prepare for the Digital Nomad Life

Why I’m becoming a bookworm

A trio of books is placed on top of a picnic blanket. (Credit: Own work)

When preparing for a lifestyle change, research is the key. Whether it’s consulting people who’ve already done it, watching hours of YouTube videos, or reading a bunch of books, there are many possible ways to gather the information you need to make the most accurate decisions.

As part of my preparation for the digital nomad lifestyle, this is what I’ve been doing. Most recently, I purchased three books that all relate to my interests that I talk about on Medium. Below I want to talk about each book and why I chose them.

Your Green Career

Author: Traci Lewis

This book is written by the founder and owner of Catalyse Change CIC, Traci Lewis, and designed to help women and nonbinary people build a career within the world of climate with motivational tips, practical guides and many more. Nature is everywhere, and there will always be a demand — and necessity — to protect it.

Climate careers are becoming increasingly popular with young people because we will live through the climate crisis the most our parents and grandparents’ generations failed to adequately solve. This is a career path I’m considering as part of my life abroad, whether it’s building a long-term career, or simply getting my foot in the door regarding working holiday visas.

Speaking of working holiday visas, this brings me to the second title.

Working Holiday Visa Australia 23–24 Guide

Author: Marie Planchat

Many books exist to give practical information on the steps required to migrate. Some are a lot more specialist than others, and this is one of them. I’ve written before about whether Australia is a viable destination for Brits looking to leave the UK. Hence, I figured now is the time to research it more thoroughly. Australia is particularly popular with Brits. So I’m not surprised a book for working holiday visas (a comparatively niche type of visa) exists.

Note I haven’t decided on a final destination yet for many reasons. However, regardless of where I end up, I suspect I’ll apply much of the knowledge in this book elsewhere to some extent. This is because although things like individual contacts and entry requirements will differ in each country, the overarching process is largely the same. Hence, much of the knowledge will apply elsewhere.

Speaking of knowledge that can be used anywhere, this brings me to the final title.

The Digital Nomad Handbook

Author: Joe Bindloss (on behalf of Lonely Planet)

This final title is a book I’ve seen recommended elsewhere. I’ve seen other books by Lonely Planet in stores and have taken a peek inside them. I was very impressed by the glimpses I saw due to its accessible language and simplistic presentation. Hence, I’m optimistic that this book will similarly impress me.

Due to the location independence innate to digital nomadism, I’m optimistic that I’ll be able to plan accordingly using much of the advice I find both in this book and elsewhere. After all, preparation is the key to success when traveling and living abroad.

I look forward to reading these books and giving more detailed thoughts down the line.

Have you read any of these titles? I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

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