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3 Best reader-voted locations for a digital marketing seachange

May 25, 2018February 25, 2019 by Alyce Vayle 2 Comments

Are you considering a digital marketing seachange? So, the husband and I have been thinking about making a digital marketing seachange. We’re both bloggers, millennials, and website owners – we’d love to be able to work in digital marketing without having to be tethered to one place. That’s our dream…maybe it’s your dream too?

The secret is out: when you work for yourself writing a blog, working on digital content, or performing another role on the web, you don’t often have to worry about your location. Without having to rely on an office to work, you might just have the freedom to go wherever you want.

I happen to live in one of the most expensive cities in the world, in Sydney, Australia. Where do you live, and could you be making better use of your spare cash by living somewhere that’s more cost efficient? While the idea of living and working “off the grid” is very appealing, please take some time to think about your future tax implications, superannuation and medical insurance needs. Ideally, you need to be saving, as well as putting away dedicated money to your future – as well as paying proper taxes in the country where you get most support.

It’s your life; make the most of it!

Reasons like these are why many people neglect to take advantage of this option. This is a shame, as loads of places can provide benefits which you may not get at home but planning and preparation are key. To help you out with this, I asked my readers to tell me which 3 places they were exploring “off the grid” and as part of their digital marketing “seachange” locations. Here’s what they said.

57% of my readers voted for a seachange to the British countryside

Not a lot of people think about the UK when they are considering peaceful places to live, with a lot of this country’s cities and towns being packed to the brim with people. In reality, though, less than 1% of Britain’s land is covered with buildings, leaving thousands of miles of countryside which is waiting to be called home. Whether you go to Somerset, Dorset, or anywhere else, you will find green fields and blue skies for a good portion of the year. Along with this, the villages in England are some of the oldest in the world, making them perfect for those looking for a slice of history with their home.

32% of my readers voted for a seachange to a Canadian Woodland

When compared with the UK, the current population of Canada hasn’t been there for very long. This has left vast areas of land unused, making prices nice and cheap for those first moving in. To make sure you like the woodland in Canada, having a short stay in a place centrally, to give you the chance to explore the local area. A lot of people neglect Canada when thinking about somewhere pleasant to live. With some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the world, though, most people will easily be caught in its spell.

11% of my readers voted for a seachange to my homeland, Australia

Finally, as the last option on this list, it’s time to think about the land of Oz. Being one of the warmer countries on Earth, having a home here could expose you to a lot more summer than you’re used to. Along with this, the sprawling outback can’t be ignored. With a host of wildlife and space, it will be hard to go home after a trip to the biggest island in the world. Of course, though, if you want to stay somewhere like this, you have the chance, and it could be worth taking it. Check out my post How to Improve Your Business By Developing Strong Mental Skills.

A digital marketing seachange is achievable

Hopefully, this post will inspire you to start working smarter with the time you put into the place you call “home”. Even if a move like this will cost some money, it might be well worth working towards it as soon as you can – just make sure you weigh up your available options. Of course, though, as long as you keep working hard, there will be options to consider, and you might need to spend several years saving if you need to. This is good news – because you’re on the right track.

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