Having a job where it is possible to work occasionally from a remote location is an amazing privilege. Call it ‘remote work’ or ‘workation/workcation’, it is a great way to get away from daily chores, break routines, get inspired and an opportunity to focus. But it demands a lot from you — working remotely only work if you do.
Here are a few recommendations, based on experience from working remotely at Relatable — a marketing tech company based in Stockholm, Los Angeles, New York and London.
Is it a good idea?
Before everything else, set yourself up for success. Have the right mindset. The trip should be about you doing the work you usually do but at a new place. With an attitude of “a little vacation and a little work” you are better off putting in those hours at the office, and then take days off to actually do a proper vacation. Working remotely is about putting in solid, productive hours in an environment that requires you to be more disciplined than ever.
It is not a substitute for a vacation, or even worse, a family trip. Bringing work along on a planned vacation is a sure way to get stressed out. You will be stressed about not spending time with your family and at the same time being stressed about not able to focus on work. Going with friends who want you to join them on late party nights…
