Work Expierement post 3

Today I got approval from my boss to work remote in Costa Rica.  I am glad that he can see the value of this.  I get to spend time with my family, take care of some Costa Rica business, and Baby Beth is able to visit Grandma and Pa Pa for an extended amount of time.

I have lined up a high speed internet connection where I can plug in my laptop.  I plan on using that as my primary place to work.  I also got Racsa connection on my computer as a back up. 

I have not told many people what I am doing, as this is way out the norm.  But I plan on making the best of it while I am here. 

Work Expierement post 2

Today I took the necessary steps to get my laptop and calling card working for international travel. 

I also talked to my boss.  I know that this is way out of the ordinary, but so is the work that I am doing.  He needed to check with HR to make sure it was OK.  He stated that if it was in the states, it would be no problem. 

I think that it will be no problem as I am not asking Dell to pay my down there or anything.  This is looking good.

Next thing is to find a place to work down there.  Thoughts = Internet Cafe, friend with high speed connection, through Racsa at the farm.  There are pros and cons for each. 

Work Expierement

After reading the 4 hour work week, I decided to put one of the suggestions to practical use.  If you are going to work, work where you want to.  So here is my experiment. 

I want to work for two weeks in Costa Rica.  I know I have an advantage as my parents are down there, but I never actually worked down there. 

Steps

1. get approval from Dell to work remote
2. Get laptop and calling card in working order.
3. Try to get Cell phone service while travelling.
4. find a suitable place to work in Costa Rica
5. Use this as a test case for future work. 
6. Document the experience. 

So off I go.  I will document the experience here.