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Make sure your internet connection is A1!
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Update all devices and calendars to your current timezone. A must!
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Book your flights wisely! Make sure they are after or before working hours. Leave buffer room for delayed flights.
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Book your Airbnb, Hotel Reservations wisely! Book in safe and quiet areas. Do your research. Don’t book next to schools, daycares, or clubs.
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Pack a damn power strip! You know one of those power strips with about 4 or 5 outlets and USB ports. Sometimes, your Airbnb or Hotel can lack adequate outlets for all your work gear.
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Pack all your tools. Yubikey, Privacy screens, VPN access, personal hotspots, pocket wifi, solar-powered power bank (Can charge computers, phones, and other devices), USB-C to USB converters, all the cords, make sure all two-factor logins use the authenticator app because the “call my phone” feature may not work if you’re abroad, bring your mouse, keyboard, all external tools (monitor), noise-cancelling headphones, suitcase lock, etc.
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Stick to your normal routine! Literally, outline your calendar so you can stay on track. Different timezones trip me out.
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Plan ahead for conferences or meetings. Make sure you’re in a quiet place with great internet. Coffee shops are usually a no go for meetings. It is actually loud for the meeting attendees.
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Don’t work on a bed. If you can, find a desk but please don’t work on a bed.
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Set a hard cut-off time. Unplug and really unplug. When it is time to get off work, get off! Close the computer! Leave! Go explore!
