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My new startup - BackpackingTribe - is taking off!

10/30/2020

The launch story of BackpackingTribe, a platform connecting backpackers to travel together in groups from hostel to hostel, including validation strategies, marketing efforts through Facebook and Google ads, travel blogger outreach, and the business model based on hostel booking commissions.

In search for the perfect Communication App for Co-Working spaces: Slack, Facebook groups, and beyond

11/14/2018

An analysis of communication tools in coworking spaces, comparing Slack, Facebook Groups, and LinkedIn, and introducing Communify as a purpose-built platform for fostering local collaboration and community.

Collaborations in the coworking space often rely on coincidence

3/7/2018

Observations on how professional collaborations in coworking spaces still rely heavily on coincidence, and why location-based networking platforms are needed for digital nomads.

Why I went to Bali and why I don’t know where I’m going next

2/8/2018

A reflection on the concept of intermittent hyper immersion shifts and how regularly changing environments accelerates personal growth and learning through challenging assumptions.

How I’m going to make 2018 my most impactful year yet — A clear vision, fear-setting, and a crystal clear plan.

1/19/2018

A personal manifesto outlining ambitious 2018 goals, using fear-setting and extreme accountability measures to build two apps while pursuing a vision of working productively in paradise.

EAT CODE KITE REPEAT at the NOMAD INCUBATOR in KITESURF HEAVEN: TARIFA ESPAÑA

9/19/2017

Setting up the Nomad Incubator in Tarifa, Spain - a community for software developers and entrepreneurs who share a passion for kitesurfing and coding.

Vietnam through my eyes

9/18/2017

Two months of adventure in Vietnam, from remote northern villages in Hà Giang to kitesurfing in Mui Ne, learning to go with the flow and live authentically.

I don't know or I don't flow

9/12/2017

Embracing an uncertain travel lifestyle and going with the flow instead of rigid planning, finding balance between work focus and nomadic freedom.

Possessions for happiness?

9/2/2017

The relationship between possessions and freedom as a digital nomad - owning only what's necessary for work and happiness while traveling with 11 kilos.

About working offline

8/20/2017

An experiment in setting up a complete offline development environment for React Native to enable productive programming during multi-day mountain treks in Bulgaria, demonstrating that remote work doesn't require internet.

What is the perfect way to study and work on the move?

8/5/2017

A framework for working and studying while traveling, exploring the three phases of settling into a new location and how to maximize productivity through cultivating a habit of change.

The Best Sustainable Travel Lifestyle: about time-effective organization

7/9/2017

How to organize a sustainable travel lifestyle while working 8 hours a day, including strategies for choosing accommodation, coworking spaces, and minimizing commute time.

Nomadic Entrepreneurs Interview #1 - Tomas Laurinavicius

7/3/2017

An interview with Lithuanian lifestyle entrepreneur Tomas Laurinavicius about his journey from self-taught designer to nomadic blogger, his mission to empower one million people, and tips for aspiring location-independent entrepreneurs.

5 Reasons why Groningen is underrated as a place for Digital Nomads

6/30/2017

Five compelling reasons why Groningen, Netherlands is an underrated destination for digital nomads, from affordable living and great coworking spaces to vibrant nightlife and a high concentration of talented students.

The best apps to study and work on the move

6/30/2017

Essential apps and tools for nomadic entrepreneurs, from banking and transportation to communication, productivity, and learning platforms.

How to diminish distractions while being nomadic

6/11/2017

Practical strategies to diminish distractions as a digital nomad, including blocking tools, creating habits, and maintaining focus despite constant change.

4 ways nomadic entrepreneurs can reduce their Carbon Footprint

6/11/2017

An analysis of how nomadic entrepreneurs can reduce their carbon footprint through shared facilities, public transport, and mindful consumption, despite the high emissions from flights.

Jan, clean up your room!

5/24/2017

A practical guide to decluttering and minimalism learned from traveling in Asia, outlining seven steps to simplify your living space and life by choosing a style, creating transparency, and focusing on experiences over possessions.

Langtang Nepal

4/24/2017

A detailed trekking adventure diary through the Langtang region of Nepal, including a mountain bike journey, challenging off-trail hiking, sleeping outdoors in steep terrain, and crossing the Ganja La pass at high altitude.

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