The dream is iconic: a laptop on a Croatian beach or a cozy hut in Estonia. For Millennials and the “new breed” of global talent, the allure of the nomadic life is undeniable. However, as any seasoned traveler knows, the picturesque Instagram post rarely shows the struggle for reliable Wi-Fi or the “tax nightmare” lurking behind a Zoom call. A New Breed in Global Mobility? The term “Digital Nomad” isn’t a 21st-century invention; it was coined in 1997. Yet, until recently, it was reserved for a tech-savvy elite. Today, it is a mainstream ambition. But as you transition from a “desk-bound employee” to a “location-independent founder,” you must realize that freedom comes with a new set of rules—especially in a […]

Marcel Meier is a dedicated global mobility professional, happily married and originally from Winterthur, Switzerland. His passion for international experiences began early, having spent a year in high school in the United States. During his university years, an internship in mobility sparked a lasting interest, leading him to pursue a career in mobility tax straight out of university—a field he continues to love to this day. Marcel is drawn to the unique blend of technical expertise, personal interaction, and the global scope that mobility offers. He spent 12 years living and working in Zug and Unterägeri, discovering how even regions close to home can feel like entirely different worlds. More recently, he relocated to a picturesque and little-known village in […]