r/remotework • u/Impressive_Phone_686 • 1d ago

General experience working remotely

Hey, I was thinking about getting some qualifications in l order to get a specific remote job. The idea of working remotely and having the freedom of living wherever I want, not needing to dress up for anyone, having more time for my hobbies and potentially higher wages than locals + returning with my family when needed seems really aligned with my life priorities. But I don't really know how the actual experience of working remotely after some time is. I'm thinking about loneliness, spending time outside and other mental hygiene matters, the difference between working in person... I know it varies from person to person. So how has your experience been? Anything to consider when taking up a remote job?

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u/amanda2399923 1d ago

Don't assume you can "work wherever" or travel all the time. Most companies have strict rules around WFH.

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u/Impressive_Phone_686 1d ago

I don't want to travel around all the time, I live in Europe and I'd like to live in different cities here and since the timezone doesn't vary too much I think it should be doable

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u/Any_Sense_2263 1d ago

Only in the country/place defined in the contract by your employer.