Love ur statement, "before seasonal work u never saw so much job freedom" ah music to my ears!!! I plan to carry my camping gear n go camp n travel in between jobs. Eke can't wIt!!
I'm a young black woman and bru I cant even type how much you've taught me. the grayhound thing, now this? When I hear you speak if I want to do something I feel like I can because I'm knowledgeable enough or WILL be. Thank you so much
I don't really like vehicles lol, but I have been thinking about it. My main issue is that it's hard to find reliable vehicles to purchase when you are working in out of the way places like national parks lol
Are you never afraid or worried that you won't find the next job on time (before you run out of money)? How much time do you spend applying for jobs during your time off? In my country you need a real address (not just a post address) to do certain stuff like voting or for mandatory health care insurance. How is that for you?
It’s pretty amazing. The more and more I watch your videos I want to quit the rat race. I’ve been working at my company for almost 19 years. I switched jobs to make more money and regret it all. Left a lot of fun friends, a more fun position, etc…. Now I’m thinking I should just get out of the whole race.
Tim, why not look at doing a 2 year homesteading internship...your background in landscaping would seem a fit...you could live rent free and your youtube income would be pure profit...you could set yourself up to provide all the food, energy ect for a time when you retire...even though your income is low you still likely would (qualify) for enough income; to likely, live well of the grid...
Love your videos sir! I have been living in Washington for 8 years or so and Im hopefully going to be spending a couple months on the road and living out of my prius staying on BLM land. seeking some kind of seasonal work for winter. Not sure yet but hopefully something manifests. I did a little seasonal work in idaho between a summer resort and winter resort as a line cook many moons ago. I also bartend but im open to any seasonal work. I hope to travel outside the country as well i have some friends that have family in the Philippines that possibly could put me up. Keep up the work and spread the message! This world is huge and everyone should fly the nest and experience what our existence has to offer.
I really really really hope you are “stacking your shackles” for the eventual day when the seasonal work isn’t as plentiful for people of of certain physical limitations and/or when it’s retirement age. Somewhere in all of this “ planning” needs to be a strategy for THAT season of your life. Don’t wait! “The Seasons do not and their unforgiving for those who are ill prepared. 🖖🏾🦉
I'm aware that there will probably come a time in my life where I can't work like I do now, but I'm just not as worried about it as other people lol. When that day comes I'll figure out a way to survive. That being said I do have some things in motion that hopefully will help support me my in later years.
Timothy Ward ... “Ignorance is Bliss” and I mean this with all the Faith and Hope for You. I’m elated your Path includes a plan. Keep in mind, “This is AMERICA!! 🖖🏾🦉
The U.S. will enter another recession eventually. So, what is your backup plan if the tourism market declines and it becomes harder to secure seasonal gigs due to the lack of demand? It appears that you spend all (or almost all) of your money because of your expectation of your next seasonal job. If the coming recession is worse than the last one, then it may be more challenging to secure consistent seasonal gigs. Your lifestyle design is cool, but perhaps it would be better to spend $1,000 of your savings between seasonal jobs. Imagine if you were able to save $2,000 from each seasonal job and spend $1,000 in between seasonal jobs. Your savings would increase by $1,000 after every seasonal job.
That thought has been in the back of my mind for awhile now. I definitely believe that we are going to see a recession or even a collapse soon. And the tourism industry will be one of the hardest hit areas. And that will mean very few seasonal jobs. I just have faith that by then I will have figured out some other way to make a living lol. As far as the savings go, I tend to exaggerate a little when I talk about being broke going to my next seasonal job. I do save some money after every season.
Lol 5 years later, we’re in a massive recession and it’s never been easier to get seasonal work. Places are paying $20 an hour now bc they’re desperate for labor. Goes to show the “doom and gloom” mindset of the future never ends up being reality.
Absolutely right. I'm getting ready to start my seasonal job journey and I am getting my passport this month. I wish I would have found out about this sooner. Between things like seasonal work, wwoof, workaway and worldpackers you can travel the world with not as much as you think and even make money while traveling. Who says you have to settle down in one city and work a 9-5 job. While I'm young I want to travel, see the world and meet people and explore different cultures. 🎉@austinrose3421
Thinking long term...what does the future hold? When you're too old to travel and you would have to live in one place? What does your future look like? I assume that you have retirement saved up already?
How old is "too old" to work in housekeeping? Obviously it depends on a person's physical condition, but generally... are there housekeepers in their 50s and/or 60s? Can they work at their own pace, or is there an expectation that they will keep up with the 20-year-olds?
There are two housekeepers at my current job in there 50's and a few of us in our late 30's/40's. You can work at your own pace but you have to get the same amount of work done as everyone else. I will be honest if you are 40+ and haven't done alot of manual labor then it might be hard to get started housekeeping. It is physically demanding and the hours can be long. But it can be done at any age if you are up to it.
Have a question for you or anyone here who might know. I like the idea of seasonal work, my question is when you apply do you fill out a W2? Want to know since people that are on social security disability and not yet on retirement have to watch how much us earned and how many hours worked per week. Thanks😉
You cant have any bills to pay with this lifestyle right? For example a credit card bill is paid monthly, if you're gone for 3 months then how u pay you're bill?
Most bills can be paid online now. I have a credit card and I receive my statement/bill on my app then use my debit card to pay the bill on the phone app.
With your jobs being everywhere, where would a seasonal worker get their w2 to do taxes and do you get time to do your taxes? Also since you have no real address, how do you handle voter registration of election years. A problem I run into on youtube searches is that multiple timothy wards will pop up, but youre the one to watch and learn from that I want.
My employers either mail my W2s to me or they give me a link to download them online. I do my taxes pretty much the same as always with like Turbotax. The only difference is that now sometimes I have to file in a couple different states but it's super easy. And I usually get most of my state tax back.
In your experience when applying for jobs on coolworks that started like a week ago (ex. starts June 2nd and it's June 15th) do you still apply for those?
You are definitely living a life you love. Im so glad for you!!!
Not sure if you have done a video on this topic, but could you do a video about how you pack essentials, and prepare meals at each site?
life2livealways Yes please! 🍳🥗🎒
You know you are on the right track when the copycats start grabbing your topics.
Love ur statement, "before seasonal work u never saw so much job freedom" ah music to my ears!!! I plan to carry my camping gear n go camp n travel in between jobs. Eke can't wIt!!
Any updates?
I have really enjoyed your videos and really appreciate the time you have put in and the great info. you give.
Thank you, I'm glad you found my videos useful 🙂
I'm a young black woman and bru I cant even type how much you've taught me. the grayhound thing, now this? When I hear you speak if I want to do something I feel like I can because I'm knowledgeable enough or WILL be. Thank you so much
You're welcome! I'm glad my videos could be helpful to you!
I would love to know about this grayhound thing
I'm a young white man. What's this grey hound thing?
I’m wanting to work seasonal during spring through fall and spending winters in Brazil !
Sounds like a plan!
Hola’ woot woot Florida in the house 🙌🏾🖖🏾
You need a conversion van. Buy a reliable conversion van. Then convert it to a livable space.
I don't really like vehicles lol, but I have been thinking about it. My main issue is that it's hard to find reliable vehicles to purchase when you are working in out of the way places like national parks lol
True, but once you find a reliable van. You can make it your own.
Are you never afraid or worried that you won't find the next job on time (before you run out of money)? How much time do you spend applying for jobs during your time off? In my country you need a real address (not just a post address) to do certain stuff like voting or for mandatory health care insurance. How is that for you?
What do you do with your valuables like your camera and computer while you work? Any theft issues?
I keep them in my room in employee housing, so far no theft issues.
Lol I’m in Gainesville. Small world. Love your videos thanks
Go Gators!
It’s pretty amazing. The more and more I watch your videos I want to quit the rat race. I’ve been working at my company for almost 19 years. I switched jobs to make more money and regret it all. Left a lot of fun friends, a more fun position, etc….
Now I’m thinking I should just get out of the whole race.
Well…did you quit?
Tim, why not look at doing a 2 year homesteading internship...your background in landscaping would seem a fit...you could live rent free and your youtube income would be pure profit...you could set yourself up to provide all the food, energy ect for a time when you retire...even though your income is low you still likely would (qualify) for enough income; to likely, live well of the grid...
I'll have to look into homesteading internships, I've never heard of them before. Thanks for the tip!
About to relocate for work for the first time. Man oh man, talk about stepping into a air of uncertainty
Good luck!!!
Love your videos sir! I have been living in Washington for 8 years or so and Im hopefully going to be spending a couple months on the road and living out of my prius staying on BLM land. seeking some kind of seasonal work for winter. Not sure yet but hopefully something manifests. I did a little seasonal work in idaho between a summer resort and winter resort as a line cook many moons ago. I also bartend but im open to any seasonal work. I hope to travel outside the country as well i have some friends that have family in the Philippines that possibly could put me up. Keep up the work and spread the message! This world is huge and everyone should fly the nest and experience what our existence has to offer.
I really really really hope you are “stacking your shackles” for the eventual day when the seasonal work isn’t as plentiful for people of of certain physical limitations and/or when it’s retirement age. Somewhere in all of this “ planning” needs to be a strategy for THAT season of your life. Don’t wait! “The Seasons do not and their unforgiving for those who are ill prepared. 🖖🏾🦉
I'm aware that there will probably come a time in my life where I can't work like I do now, but I'm just not as worried about it as other people lol. When that day comes I'll figure out a way to survive. That being said I do have some things in motion that hopefully will help support me my in later years.
You're a minimalist so you wont need that much to retire on. Which is a bonus.
Timothy Ward ... “Ignorance is Bliss” and I mean this with all the Faith and Hope for You. I’m elated your Path includes a plan. Keep in mind, “This is AMERICA!! 🖖🏾🦉
You are gonna love NYC!
The U.S. will enter another recession eventually. So, what is your backup plan if the tourism market declines and it becomes harder to secure seasonal gigs due to the lack of demand?
It appears that you spend all (or almost all) of your money because of your expectation of your next seasonal job. If the coming recession is worse than the last one, then it may be more challenging to secure consistent seasonal gigs.
Your lifestyle design is cool, but perhaps it would be better to spend $1,000 of your savings between seasonal jobs. Imagine if you were able to save $2,000 from each seasonal job and spend $1,000 in between seasonal jobs. Your savings would increase by $1,000 after every seasonal job.
That thought has been in the back of my mind for awhile now. I definitely believe that we are going to see a recession or even a collapse soon. And the tourism industry will be one of the hardest hit areas. And that will mean very few seasonal jobs. I just have faith that by then I will have figured out some other way to make a living lol.
As far as the savings go, I tend to exaggerate a little when I talk about being broke going to my next seasonal job. I do save some money after every season.
Worst case scenario, get a job flipping burgers or Walmart.
Lol 5 years later, we’re in a massive recession and it’s never been easier to get seasonal work. Places are paying $20 an hour now bc they’re desperate for labor.
Goes to show the “doom and gloom” mindset of the future never ends up being reality.
Absolutely right. I'm getting ready to start my seasonal job journey and I am getting my passport this month. I wish I would have found out about this sooner. Between things like seasonal work, wwoof, workaway and worldpackers you can travel the world with not as much as you think and even make money while traveling. Who says you have to settle down in one city and work a 9-5 job. While I'm young I want to travel, see the world and meet people and explore different cultures. 🎉@austinrose3421
Thinking long term...what does the future hold? When you're too old to travel and you would have to live in one place? What does your future look like? I assume that you have retirement saved up already?
How old is "too old" to work in housekeeping? Obviously it depends on a person's physical condition, but generally... are there housekeepers in their 50s and/or 60s? Can they work at their own pace, or is there an expectation that they will keep up with the 20-year-olds?
There are two housekeepers at my current job in there 50's and a few of us in our late 30's/40's. You can work at your own pace but you have to get the same amount of work done as everyone else. I will be honest if you are 40+ and haven't done alot of manual labor then it might be hard to get started housekeeping. It is physically demanding and the hours can be long. But it can be done at any age if you are up to it.
Have a question for you or anyone here who might know. I like the idea of seasonal work, my question is when you apply do you fill out a W2? Want to know since people that are on social security disability and not yet on retirement have to watch how much us earned and how many hours worked per week. Thanks😉
Yes, it's just like any other regular job you have to fill out all the same tax forms.
You cant have any bills to pay with this lifestyle right? For example a credit card bill is paid monthly, if you're gone for 3 months then how u pay you're bill?
Most bills can be paid online now. I have a credit card and I receive my statement/bill on my app then use my debit card to pay the bill on the phone app.
Wow man what good videos
With your jobs being everywhere, where would a seasonal worker get their w2 to do taxes and do you get time to do your taxes? Also since you have no real address, how do you handle voter registration of election years.
A problem I run into on youtube searches is that multiple timothy wards will pop up, but youre the one to watch and learn from that I want.
My employers either mail my W2s to me or they give me a link to download them online. I do my taxes pretty much the same as always with like Turbotax. The only difference is that now sometimes I have to file in a couple different states but it's super easy. And I usually get most of my state tax back.
Timothy Ward That's pretty handy then. I had forgotten about turbotax.
"Spend a few days in New York City" that'll only cost you $1500.
I know this video is old, but did you get vaccinated?
Have you stayed in a hostel in between jobs? If so, what has been your experience?
I've yet to stay at a hostel, it's on my list of things to do very soon though.
Are there seasonal jobs for a family to do?
In your experience when applying for jobs on coolworks that started like a week ago (ex. starts June 2nd and it's June 15th) do you still apply for those?
Yes, they might not have filled all the positions yet.
Do you have a LinkedIn account?
No not yet lol
@@TimothyWard so how can I contact you I really need a one on one advice. I'm in LinkedIn Angelique Rita Kuykendall
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Good to know..
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