Are You Chasing the Right Remote Job?

I’m in Mexico at the moment, and as I sit by the sea and watch the world go by, I thought about the old parable of the Banker and the Mexican fisherman and wanted to share it with you.

Here’s how it goes…

An American investment banker was at a small Mexican fishing village when a fisherman docked his tiny boat filled with large yellowfin tuna. Impressed, the banker asked why he didn’t stay out longer to catch more fish.

The fisherman simply replied, “I have enough to support my family’s needs.”

Curious, the banker asked, “But what do you do with the rest of your time?”

The fisherman smiled and said, “I sleep late, fish a little, play with my children, take siestas with my wife, stroll into the village, sip wine, and play guitar with my amigos. I have a fulfilling life.”

The banker scoffed and explained how he could help him build a fishing empire - buy more boats, open a cannery and eventually run a global company.

The fisherman asked, “And then what?”

“Then, after 20-30 years of hard work, you could retire, move to a small village, sleep late, fish a little, play with your kids, take siestas with your wife, sip wine, and play guitar with your amigos.”

Makes you think, doesn’t it?!

So, how is this relevant to your remote job search, you ask?!

Many job seekers chase high salaries, flashy perks, and prestigious job titles without stopping to ask: "What kind of life do I actually want by working remotely?"

💡 Do you want a remote job that lets you work less and live more?

💡 One that gives you time, not just a paycheck?

💡 A role that aligns with your values, not just your bank account?

If your remote job search feels exhausting or directionless, take a step back. Instead of chasing what everyone else defines as success, define it for yourself, then go out and apply for remote roles that best suits what you want out of life.

For many, remote work isn’t about the salary - it’s about working smarter, so you can build a fulfilling life now, not 20 years from now.

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Stay rebellious,

Michelle

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