Welcome to the Work-From-Anywhere Revolution (Pants Optional)

Hey there, location-liberated legend!

Welcome to Thrive Remotely, where we're not just talking about the future of work – we're diving headfirst into the future of living. (Spoiler alert: it involves a lot less rush-hour traffic and a lot more freedom to work in your superhero pajamas.)

Why Thrive Remotely? Because "Survive Boringly" Was Taken

Whether you're a full-time remote warrior, a hybrid work-from-home hero, or a globe-trotting digital nomad, you've probably realized that this "work from anywhere" gig isn't always Instagram-perfect. Sometimes it's more like "Where did I put my pants?" and "Is this coffee shop's Wi-Fi powered by a hamster wheel?"

That's where we come in. We're here to help you navigate the wild world of remote work with wit, wisdom, and a healthy dose of "we've been there, done that."

What's in Store? (Besides Your Favorite Work-From-Home Snacks)

Each issue serves up:

• Mind the Gap: Keep your mental game strong. Stress is so last season.

• Work-Life Harmony: Balance isn't just for tightrope walkers.

• Be Your Own Superhero: Unleash your full potential. Cape optional, but highly recommended.

• Community spotlights, because even lone wolves need a pack

• Plenty of humor, because if we can't laugh at ourselves, who will? (Besides our pets, who judge us silently all day)

From Digital Nomads to Thrive Remotely: A Glow-Up Story

We started as a group of digital nomads in Asheville, NC, united by our love of remote work. Now, we're evolving into a global community dedicated to helping remote workers everywhere not just survive, but thrive.

Why the change? "United Digital Nomads" sounded like a union for tech-savvy garden ornaments. "Thrive Remotely" captures our mission: helping you crush it at work, love your lifestyle, and maybe even remember to change out of your pajamas occasionally. (No judgment if you don't, though.)

Ready to Thrive? (Or at Least Stop Accidentally Muting Yourself on Zoom?)

Whether you're a remote work pro or still figuring out how to look professional from the waist up, we've got your back. Join us, and let's redefine remote work together.

Remember: With Thrive Remotely, you're not just working from anywhere – you're conquering the world, one comfy home office at a time. 

Subscribe now, and let's show the world that remote workers don't just survive – we thrive. (And occasionally work from the beach, because we can.)

SKILLS & THRILLS

Ditch the Digital Dog and Pony Show: How to Thrive Without Productivity Theatrics

Are you constantly doing the digital dance, frantically responding to every ping like it's a game of whack-a-mole? Well, it's time to hang up your tap shoes and exit stage left from this exhausting performance.

Let's face it: we've all been guilty of productivity theatrics. You know, that urge to prove you're not binge-watching Netflix in your pajamas at 2 PM. But here's a mind-blowing revelation: nobody cares about your digital jazz hands as much as you think they do.

A recent study found that remote workers waste a whopping 67 minutes daily on this useless song and dance. That's over an hour you could spend actually being productive – or better yet, enjoying a guilt-free siesta. So, how do we break free from this vicious cycle? Here are some tips to help you stop worrying and learn to love the remote life:

1. Embrace the "seen zone": Newsflash! It's okay to let messages marinate. The world won't implode if you don't respond within 0.5 seconds.

2. Be a meeting ninja: Just because you're invited doesn't mean you have to RSVP 'yes' to every Zoom party. Learn the art of the polite decline.

3. Green dot? More like green not: Your Slack status doesn't need to be a 24/7 beacon of availability. It's okay to go dark sometimes.

4. Work from wherever: If you want to type up that report from a beachside café, do it! Your boss probably wishes they were there too.

Remember, your true value lies in your actual output, not in how quickly you can type "👍" in the team chat. So, the next time you feel the urge to engage in digital theatrics, take a deep breath and ask yourself: "Would Dolly Parton work 9 to 5 just to prove a point?" (Spoiler alert: She wouldn't.)

Now, go forth and be productively unproductive! And if anyone gives you flak, just tell them you're busy disrupting the digital presenteeism paradigm. That'll keep 'em quiet for a while.

Ready to ditch the digital disguise and embrace your authentic remote self? Share this article with your fellow remote revolutionaries and start a productivity rebellion today!

THE VIBE

Stay in the know

• Scammers targeting people searching for remote jobs.

• Starbucks CEO sparks debate over remote work, corporate jet emissions

• Economist says remote work has staying power.

• Spain Is Paying Digital Nomads Over $16,000 to Move There

• Traveling nomad using credit cards to support their lifestyle

THRIVE LOCAL NEWS

From Digital Nomads to Local Legends: Thrive Remotely's Takeover!

Think being a remote worker means endless days of pajama-clad solitude, with only your houseplant for company? Think again! 

Thrive Remotely started as a network of connected community groups for remote professionals. Previously named United Digital Nomads. Currently we have groups in: Asheville, NC; Raleigh/Durham, NC; Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, Charlotte, NC, Wilmington, NC, Greenville, SC and more on the way.

Our local events form the backbone of our in-person community building:

• Monthly Meetups: Social gatherings in cities worldwide, allowing members to connect face-to-face, share experiences, and build lasting friendships.

• Skill-sharing Workshops: Regular sessions where members can learn from each other's expertise, covering topics from productivity hacks to managing life-work balance.

• Co-working Days: Organized days at local co-working spaces, combating isolation while fostering collaboration and networking.

• Retreats: Multi-day events combining professional development, wellness activities, and adventure, designed to rejuvenate and inspire our members.

So, ready to trade your virtual high-fives for real ones? Join us at a Thrive Remotely event near you - because let's face it, your houseplant's conversation skills could use some work!

Learn more about Thrive Local Chapters