Are you dreaming of a mobile office that allows you to work from anywhere? Imagine soaking in the beauty of nature while still being productive and getting your work done. Working from your campervan conversion opens up a world of possibilities for remote workers, digital nomads, and adventure-seekers alike.
Could You Work From a Campervan?
There are plenty of benefits to working from your campervan. If you can work remotely, consider your 9-5 with a workstation in your very own campervan. During the week, it’s your mobile home office; at the weekend, you can close the laptop and head out into nature. You may travel for longer periods and turn your ‘working from campervan’ lifestyle into the road trip of a lifetime.
The extra hassles, such as finding reliable internet, cheap or free camping and planning your work week, may add further stress to an already stressful situation. When you’re trying to work from the road and can’t find something, it’s easy to blame the other person for moving it. The less ‘stuff’ you have, the better.
What Do You Need?
Ensure you have a reliable internet connection. Assess if your phone hotspot is sufficient or if upgrading to a dongle is necessary. A high-speed dongle is now more affordable and can greatly enhance your digital nomad lifestyle.
The toughest part of working in a campervan is the need for more space. If you have a lot of documents or drawings, it’ll be difficult to work from a picnic table. Don’t take a printer or scanner if you don’t need one. If you do, find a stable spot out of the way to set up your essential devices.
A power bank might be right if you’re on the road and want to boost your power. A power bank doesn’t replace the motorhome’s electricity; it’s designed as a standalone all-in-one box. This box usually features an inverter and several 12V and USB sockets, all powered by an internal battery. The amount of power you can have will depend on your power bank’s internal battery size. All portable power stations are battery-powered, so you must charge them up after they are drained. The charging time required will depend on the unit’s battery capacity.
Having somewhere comfortable to sit and work is easy to overlook but very important. You need a seat that supports your posture and allows you to work effectively for long periods. Some interior van layouts might need a space conducive to this, as they may need a central table.
Why do people enjoy working from the road?
One of the biggest reasons many people take the road to live and work is the congestion and high rents in many of America’s major metropolitan areas. Outfitting a camper van, conversion van or Class C motorhome to work as your mobile office and home on wheels is achievable. No more rainy commutes, no more traffic jams. Park up by the ocean, in the mountains or in the woods. Different environments motivate and stimulate people in different ways.
Inspiration can come from many sources, but being stuck in the same place daily is not conducive to feeling empowered. By working more than remotely, you can see different scenery and experience new things every day, which will make a huge difference to your mental health and work.
A mobile home office means you can work from home at the nearest beauty spot and return in the evening. You may be surprised just how many wonderful views you can find within a half-hour radius of your house.
