This is the year. The year I truly buckle down and start treating my content creation like a business… while having fun. Roam Away From Home turns nine years old this year, our TikTok turns six, and the YouTube channel turns three. For the first time in my content creation journey, I feel like I truly have a handle on the platforms I love, programs that are worth my time, and where I want the future of our content to go. I’m not one to gatekeep - if I love something and it works, …
How to Support Content Creators (without spending money)
Want to support the content creators in your life but don’t understand how? I’ve been a full-time content creator for 4 years now (yay!), and this truly is what I love doing more than any other career I’ve had: lawyer, in-house counsel, head of content, debt collector, tattoo shop receptionist (although... that one was pretty fun), etc. When I visited family for the holidays, nearly every person asked how my husband and I make money by making content. And when I say nearly everyone… I got …
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Is Wonolo Legit?
Wonolo is a legit app for gig workers that has a variety of gigs and pay ranges. As a full time traveler and freelancer, gig work is a great option to supplement our income or do something new. The more we do gig work, the more we prefer Wonolo as our go-to gig work app because it’s reliable, pays well, and has gigs around the country - and no, Wonolo didn't sponsor this blog. This blog was inspired by common questions we got after our last blog that are specific to our Wonolo experience and …
What is gig work? (and where to find it)
Gig work is the nomad’s dream when it comes to income opportunities. It’s a great option for people looking to supplement their income, people in between jobs, or full time travelers! Gig work offers control over your schedule and quick payouts, making it a great fit for our current economy. But…. what is gig work really?? Gig work is a form of independent contractor that works by project, shift, or for a short period of time. It’s different from other 1099 positions because it’s usually for …
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Digital nomad health insurance – how to get health care as a full time traveler
Health care as a full time traveler isn’t as complicated as it may seem at first glance. Many people who full time RV and need health insurance are over 65, so they use their available Medicare plans. This article focuses on domestic health insurance for full time RVers under 65 that need other options. As a digital nomad, health insurance can range from minimal to full coverage depending on your medical needs. A simple way to get health insurance as a digital nomad is to have a full …
How do content creators make money?
How do content creators make money? It’s one of my top questions on TikTok (just behind how do you shower?). The conversation always starts… what do you do for work? When I say I’m a full time content creator, people either nod cautiously while thinking, “ok… whatever that means” or they ask me how I make money. This is a unique profession because there are so many different ways to make an income as a content creator, and it’s usually impossible to do them all. Here are 10 ways content …