GSD Momentum: 10 Essential Tips for Digital Nomads

Hey there,

Welcome back to GSD Momentum! You might have noticed a slight rebranding over the past month while our team works hard to create content & share insights that are relevant to all of us.

So, over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing some insights on productivity for the digital nomads among us. The dreaded P-word. As someone who managed a large team of analysts in Corporate - I used to hate having those conversations with my team and now I have to have them with… myself.

Being a digital nomad is exciting, yes. But it also comes with its own set of productivity challenges. Believe me, when I tell you that I struggle with working in shared spaces, I can’t say no. Want to get a coffee? Watch an episode of Love on the Spectrum? Construct a dope Spotify playlist to jam out to? Yes. Yes, yes and yes. Sign me up.

So without further ado, I give to you:

10 Productivity Tips for Digital Nomads

Here’s a quick summary of 10 ways digital nomads can boost their productivity:

• Set a consistent daily routine

• Create a mobile-friendly workspace

• Use time management techniques like Pomodoro

• Leverage productivity apps and tools

• Prioritize tasks with the Eisenhower Matrix

• Minimize distractions in your environment

• Optimize communication with clients/colleagues

• Maintain work-life balance

• Take advantage of time zone differences

• Continuously improve your skills and adapt

These strategies have been game-changers for digital nomads around the world, boosting productivity by 30% or more (I did the math, it checks out). The secret magic ingredient? It’s about finding that just-right blend of tools, routines, and habits tailored to your one-of-a-kind lifestyle. When you nail what works for you, get ready to see your productivity take off - it actually works.

For me, just gently tapping into 5 of the 10 above improved my daily productive immensely (ask George, lol). So inspired by this burst and hopefully consistent level of productivity, I’m going to be exploring these topics in more depth in the editions to come and hopefully hack my habits into an even more productive and fruitful workflow.

Don’t miss the next edition, where we’ll kick things off with our first tip: Establishing a Consistent Routine.

Have an excellent week!

Larissa
Team GSD

P.S. I didn’t make this playlist, but hey, whatever works… right? And if anyone is in Medellin, Colombia - hit me up!