How a self-employed virtual assistant transformed her professional and personal routine at Pomar Coliving
Danique arrived at POMAR Coliving with a clear goal: break out of her daily routine, focus on her work as an independent virtual assistant, and meet inspiring people. One month later, she left not only with her professional projects advanced, but also with new friendships and renewed energy. Her story perfectly illustrates what many entrepreneurs, creatives, and remote workers are looking for: a coliving space in southern Portugal that combines productivity, wellness, and community.
What is a virtual assistant
Before diving into Danique’s experience, it’s important to understand her profession. A virtual assistant (or VA) is an independent professional who provides administrative, creative, or technical services to clients worldwide, entirely remotely.
The Missions of a Virtual Assistant
Virtual assistants like Danique can handle:
- Email and calendar management
- Optimize company workflow
- Project coordination
- Content creation and social media management
- Research and data organization
- Administrative and financial management
This profession offers complete geographic freedom, allowing work from anywhere in the world – whether from a city apartment or a coliving space in Portugal.
Why Danique chose POMAR Coliving
As a self-employed virtual assistant, Danique needed an environment that would allow her to:
1. Focus on Deep Work
Remote work can be isolating, and maintaining focus at home is often a challenge. At Pomar Coliving, Danique found dedicated workspaces designed for productivity. Our coworking space offers:
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Ergonomic desks
- Quiet zones for concentrated work
- Collaboration spaces for brainstorming sessions
“Having a real office to go to every morning completely changed my productivity,” Danique explains. “I could really get into my flow and accomplish deep work even in my work where I have a complete workstation.”
2. Integrate Sports into Her Routine
Work-life balance is essential for independent workers. Danique took advantage of our location in southern Portugal to integrate physical activity into her daily life:
- Sunset yoga in our rooftop
- Hiking in the beautiful Portuguese countryside
- Sports sessions with other community members
- Kayak and Paddle tennis
3. Meet Inspiring People
One of the biggest challenges of remote work is loneliness. At Pomar Coliving, Danique joined a cool community of entrepreneurs, creatives, and remote workers
“I needed to change my routine and expand my social circle,” she shares. “In one month, I met super nice people from different countries and sectors. We shared ideas, collaborated on projects, and created real friendships.”
Interview with Danique: Her POMAR experience in her own words
We had the chance to sit down with Danique at the end of her month-long stay to get her insights on the coliving lifestyle and her time at POMAR . Watch the full interview here
Ready to live your own experience?
Like Danique, are you a virtual assistant, freelancer, entrepreneur, or remote worker looking to:
- Boost your productivity
- Meet inspiring people
- Balance work and wellness
- Discover southern Portugal
Pomar Coliving is the perfect place to transform the way you work and live.
Join the POMAR Tribe
🏖️ Join POMAR na Praia this winter for a pop-up coliving by the beach till April 2026
Whether you want to stay for one month like Danique or explore a longer stay, we have flexible options tailored to your needs.
Contact us to discover how Pomar Coliving can become your new work base in Portugal.
