You know we love unpicking the lesser-talked realities of the digital nomad lifestyle, beyond the glamour of the Instagram feeds. Our guest for today's episode, Chris Cerra,  CEO of Remote Base, has been on a similar mission lately, with his 'Unfiltered Digital Nomad' series on LinkedIn, so obviously we had to talk. We went back to the start when remote work was a game-changer for Chris back in 2017, inspiring him to ultimately shift from being a location-independent employee, to establishing a platform that aids digital nomads and remote workers in finding affordable, long-term accommodations. We also explore how digital nomad visas are influencing travel trends and reshaping the remote working landscape, and the realities behind the transition from employee to entrepreneur.  This episode promises to be a real treat, as Chris shares his journey of creating a digital platform for like-minded nomads thanks to his own lived experiences, and how this venture completely revolutionized his life. The emphasis here is on debunking the digital nomad lifestyle’s idealistic representation, replacing it with a genuine narrative. We conclude our conversation with a forward-looking discussion on the future of freelancing and remote work. Are you stuck in the rut of traditional employment? Get ready to be inspired by the infinite earning potential of freelancing and the freedom it offers. Chris and I engage in a stimulating dialogue about the necessity of a mindset shift towards this work style as a dynamic rather than binary choice, part of the ongoing shift from office-based work to more flexible setups. So, come along and broaden your understanding of the future of freelancing, and let’s explore how we can collectively bring about a change in the world as independent entrepreneurs. And don't forget to connect with Chris and keep in touch: https://remotebase.co https://instagram.com/nomadaccommodationguy https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscerra/ Don't forget, the doors are open NOW for Remote Work Europe Connected 🌟https://www.remoteworkeurope.eu/connectedJoin us, and make 2024 your best year ever! Support the show🌟 REMOTE WORK EUROPE CONNECTED IS OPEN! 🌟 We would love you to join us, before December 31st 2023 🎇 https://www.remoteworkeurope.eu/connected Let us know what you think, and what subjects you'd enjoy hearing about in future, just message our host Maya Middlemiss, or drop us a message, review, or voice-note, over at https://www.futureisfreelance.xyz/ You can support the Future is Freelance podcast by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It’s a chance to tell us what you love about the show, and it helps others discover it, too! Check out the Remote Work Europe community, and if you enjoy Maya's writing, the new Remote Echoes Substack 🌟 ✨ and publications store 📚 Make sure you grab our fabulous LinkedIn Guide to level up your remote freelance success, and we'll see you next week, Here's to your own freelance future 🤩