A life untethered is one that understandably attracts many people. Rather than settling into one city and one routine, digital nomads work remotely and travel the world, funding their adventures with the salary or freelance fees they accrue.

Of course, working remotely — and in an exciting new place, no less — can be a huge distraction to those trying to be productive and make the money they need to travel onward. But many digital nomads have found success and happiness while also working hard. Here follows the digital nomad guide that will help you achieve that success being a digital nomad:

1. Strike a Work-Life Balance

Regardless of whether you work in an office or travel the world and clock in, you need to have a healthy work-life balance to make yourself productive. The lure of raking in cash for travel and living costs can be tempting, but be sure to keep your working hours stringent and your free time, free.

There are many ways to strike the perfect balance. For one thing, you have to learn to say no to new contracts or projects if you already have a full work schedule. To that end, you should set working hours, even if you’re abroad — don’t bring your computer into bed, for instance, so that you can rest and recharge for the day ahead.

2. Invest in the Equipment

You can’t be a successful digital nomad if you have a clunky, slow computer. Invest in your business and in fast technology to ensure that you can efficiently get the job done. Think of your laptop and other supplies as your lifeline — you need them to connect with clients and do your job, so having a slow, heavy or otherwise unreasonable device will make it harder for you to work.

It’s also your responsibility to find proper accommodation where you’ll have access to the Internet. In most places, this is a standard, especially in larger hotels.

Even if it means booking a last-minute stay in a hotel so that you can log on and get your work done, consider it an investment in yourself, your business and your digital nomad lifestyle.

3. Work With Your Brain

Nine-to-five workdays aren’t for everyone. As a digital nomad, you have the luxury of setting up your own office hours, and you should use that ability to your advantage.

Not everyone’s a morning person, and some people feel so exhausted in the mid-afternoon that they can’t even focus. Tailor your working hours to your most productive times, and you’ll maintain your high output as a digital nomad. And, with your work done, you can get out and explore in your free time — just what you wanted from life as a traveling professional.

4. Draw Up a (Loose) Schedule

Planning the day or even the week ahead can work wonders for a digital nomad struggling with productivity. Even just a rough outline of what you hope to accomplish within your working hours can help you power through — marking through the items on a checklist certainly provides a sense of achievement and satisfaction, and such a reminder will keep you on track throughout the day.

One thing not to schedule, though, is the time you plan to devote to relaxation. If you block out a few hours and dedicate them to relaxing, it’ll feel a lot less like relaxation and a lot more like work. Make time to chill, but leave what you do and when up to chance.

5. Find a Good Spot to Work

Finally, digital nomads need to find a good spot to work. Even if you don’t have a permanent desk and workspace, you can find a table and comfortable chair just about anywhere. More importantly, though, be sure that the area is relatively calm and free of distractions. People-watching is one of the best parts of traveling the world, but letting an environment distract you can be a total time-suck. You want to get your work done and do it well, then get on with your life — a quiet workspace will get you to the finish line.

Work, Log Off, See the World

Life as a digital nomad can be exciting and rewarding, but it can also be challenging, especially when it comes to the work aspect. However, with the above five tips, you are well on your way to becoming a remote employee who puts in the time and produces high-quality work — and then gets to see the world after logging out.

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