How To Work Remotely In 2025-Get A Remote Work Job

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How To Start Working Remotely & Doing Cool Shit

Ever thought about working remotely and traveling the world? Welcome to my guide on where to start. Remote work isn’t a ‘get rich quick’ scheme. It’s not some MLM or having to sell other brands’ digital products. It’s about finding your passion and investing the time to develop it into a schedule that works for you. This guide? It’s my way of helping you figure out how to make money from anywhere while doing some ridiculously cool stuff along the way.

Meet SEO Specialist & Travel Blogger: Michael Currie

My name is Michael and I hated working in an office doing the 9-to-5, dealing with the politics, and with the soul-crushing reality of only getting two weeks of vacation a year. Fun, right? Yeah, not so much. So, I did something about it.

I am a SEO Specialist with 6.5 years of experience and have spent the last couple of years working remotely in Central America (Belize) and South America (Ecuador)

This line of work has allowed me to work from anywhere, set my own hours, and do cool stuff along the way. That is me standing in front of one of the tallest active volcanos in the world.

In my experience, anyone can succeed as a remote worker with commitment and dedication. While it can be enjoyable, it also requires hard work. Setting realistic expectations is key. There’s no quick or effortless way to make money.

If you’re serious about remote work, be prepared to actively pursue opportunities and put in the effort to succeed.

Why Work Remotely?

Improved Work-Life Balance

Chase your career goals and still have time for the things that make life exciting, whether that’s hiking volcanoes, learning to surf, or just finally watching that show everyone won’t shut up about. Travel abroad to see more than what an in-office position would ever allow.

Increased Flexibility

Set your own hours. Decide what your workday looks like. Sleep in if you want (just don’t miss deadlines). Also, say goodbye to job hunting in a tiny local market. Remote work opens the door to global opportunities and, let’s be honest, probably better pay.

Reduced Commuting Time

No spending multiple hours in traffic or transit waiting to arrive to work or on the way home every week. Working remotely means zero commuting stress and more time for actual work.

Higher Productivity

Many remote workers report higher productivity, likely due to their being fewer distractions and having a more personalized workspace. It’s recommended to set up your schedule so that you work during your peak productivity hours.

What Kind Of Remote Work

There is remote work available in a multitude of different industries, including freelancing in marketing, customer support services, virtual office assistance, software development, online ESL teacher, accountants, and more.

Consider where your interests lie and what speaks most to you. Pursue remote work job opportunities that fall in line with your skillset.

In many cases, choosing the right remote career path starts with assessing your skills. Many remote workers begin by upgrading certain existing skills or acquiring new areas of expertise through online courses, certifications, and pursuing in-demand digital skills.

After you have your resume up to snuff, it’s time to search out remote work opportunities.

How To Land A Job In Remote Work

There are many different ways to go about pursuing remote work, from targeting freelancing opportunities to specifically seeking out remote employment, to even starting your own online business or offering your services as a contractor.

Tech, marketing, consulting, and other areas of business offer up a multitude of job opportunities. From these, you can get a sense of what the requirements and expectations are.

As you pursue these jobs do not forget to set up a home office. A solid home office (or a go-to café with strong WiFi) makes a difference. If you’re constantly on the move, carve out a dedicated workspace wherever you’re staying. Trust me, working from a hotel bed sounds great until your back starts plotting revenge.

It’s also worth it to invest in a pair of noise-canceling headphones to block out background noise wherever you set up so you can lock in with the task at hand.

Where To Live As A Remote Worker

Here’s the ‘cool shit’ part. With remote work, you can live anywhere. You can move across the world if you like and set yourself up anywhere or live as a nomad constantly pursuing adventure to your heart’s content.

There is nothing like the life afforded to a remote worker. Not only can you earn a living through your laptop but you don’t need to take a day off for a vacation. Your entire life can feel like one extended adventure.

A few things to consider:

Affordability of where you want to travel to: Many places abroad are significantly cheaper than living in a major city in North America. Consider where you can get the most for your dollar.
Cultural experiences: Seek out places that you want to explore in history, culture, arts, and more.
Internet infrastructure: You don’t want to be locked out somewhere with spotty Internet. Ensure there’s reliable speeds and access, be it at a coworking space, café, Airbnb, or at home.
Safety: Whenever traveling abroad, as always be mindful of where it’s safe to travel to and what local customs or traditions you should adhere to.

Make Your Remote Work Life Yours To Live

The beauty of remote work? You get to design your own schedule. The trap of remote work? You get to design your own schedule.

Here’s the deal: set clear work hours and clear downtime. Work hard, then actually log off because if you don’t, work will creep into every part of your life like that one over-friendly neighbor who never takes the hint.

Pro tips for keeping your sanity:

Stick to a consistent routine, whether that’s morning deep work sessions or power hours at night.
Write out daily and weekly to-do lists. Your future self will thank you.
When the workday’s over, close your laptop. No “just checking emails” at dinner. No “quick edits” before bed. Work stays in its lane.

Remote work should give you freedom, not make you feel like you’re always on the clock. Balance is everything.