
Remote Work Tips for Digital Nomads

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Hire NowWhile most businesses are gradually rebounding from the difficulties of the last two years, some are balancing the desire to return to the workplace and the need to maintain work-from-home (WFH) policies.
These decisions are frequently made with little participation from the workers who are most affected. The appeal and opportunity to travel and telecommute from various locations can be life-changing for the fortunate ones whose organisations have embraced the benefits of WFH, such as enhanced productivity, lower operating costs, and enhanced wellbeing from a better work-life balance.
However, the freedom of working from any location comes with hidden or unexpected challenges. Here are three key lessons that could improve the lives of remote workers.
1. Everyday items
When you are away from home or the office, you must plan for the unplanned. Shifts in diet, weather, and geography can all raise the likelihood of developing a sudden illness.
A cold, illness, or traveller's diarrhoea can spoil a productive day just as readily as a minor cut, headache, or allergy.
The following items are must-haves in your everyday life:
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Tissues, disinfection wipes, and wet wipes
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Bandaid, antiseptics, and hand sanitiser;
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Eye drops;
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Po Chai tablets, Imodium/Loperamide for traveller's diarrhoea;
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For headaches, take Panadol, Paracetamol, or Acetaminophen.
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Sore throat lozenges, Fisherman's Friend
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For colds and allergies, take Nyquil, Benadryl, or other antihistamines.
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A water bottle to stay hydrated
It is also advised that remote workers who are on long journeys have proper medical or travel insurance.
2. Productivity apps
Every remote worker relies on the ability to effectively communicate with their team or clients. If you lose access to them, you run the risk of losing your income, your client, or even your job.
The right tools can boost efficiency, productivity, & workflow. Apps that are vital include:
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For storage and backup, use Google Drive or Dropbox.
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VPN for personal privacy protection;
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For video calls, use Zoom, Meet, or Skype.
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For communication, use Whatsapp, Telegram, or Signal.
For remote work from abroad:
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A currency converter and Google Translate;
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Google Maps with offline access;
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Prepaid cards, Wise, and Revolut are all options for cashless transactions.
3. Critical gadgets and tools
The importance of a consistent internet connection and a long battery life cannot be overstated. Poor coverage, noise disturbance, or dead equipment will turn any remote worker ineffective, or provide credence to the thought of permanently going back to work from the office.
Having a backup plan in place and access to the appropriate software can enhance work efficiency and reduce disruptions.
Tools that are recommended include:
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A battery charger that is portable,
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Spare charging and connection cables,
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USB, USB-C, SD cards, HDMI, and Apple devices multiport adaptor,
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A mini Wi-Fi booster to augment signal strength,
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For offline storage, use a microSD card/USB thumb drive/portable hard drive, and
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For conference calls, use noise-cancelling earphones
With the vital insights of nomadic veterans at their disposal, those working remotely may never need to return to the office, no matter where in the world they are.
Source: Free Malaysia Today