Traveling with Kristin

This short "solocast" is to help you absorb and apply the biggest, most important takeaways from the last two podcasts (Episodes 72-73), which were both about how to retire early with passive income and the FIRE method. Kristin reviews the four most effective ways to achieve your savings goals so you can retire early, how to lower your cost-of-living using geo arbitrage, and what to do once you reach both financial freedom and location independence (answering existential questions). Plus, learn three important questions to ask yourself before pursuing early retirement. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Digital Nomad News Minute: (New YouTube Travel Videos) Travel to Colombia Travel to Costa Rica Travel to Thailand Bali Reopening Update NerdWallet: How to Achieve Early Retirement Related Podcast Episodes: How to Retire Early on Fire with Eric Richards of Nomad on Fire How to Retire Before Age 40 with Our Freedom Years New: Now you can leave a review for Badass Digital Nomads Podcast on Apple, Stitcher, Podchaser, or Castbox using one simple link! https://lovethepodcast.com/digitalnomad ........................................................................................................ WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

After feeling stuck in high-stress corporate jobs, Canadian couple, Stephane and Gillian left Toronto for Singapore, where they lived for the next 7 years. After experiencing burnout again, however, they decided to retire early using the FIRE method - saving up enough money to quit their jobs (again) after just a few years. Today, they are slow-traveling the world living on passive income as fully-retired digital nomads! Like our guest last week, Eric Richards of Nomad on Fire podcast, Stephanie and Gillian retired before age 40 using the FIRE system. In today's episode, they explain exactly how they did it and how you can do it too! Enjoy this extra perspective on how a different couple with a different life situation was able to achieve the same outcome of financial freedom and location independence. They also share a lot of practical tips on long-term travel and living as expats in Southeast Asia, Europe, and more. TOPICS DISCUSSED: How to quit your corporate job How to create multiple income streams remotely Advice for people who are just starting out in entrepreneurship, saving money, investing, or the digital nomad lifestyle How to learn new skills later in life EXPAT LIFE: Cost-of-living in Singapore How to find jobs in Singapore with no previous experience or connections Explain what the honeymoon period was like for you as expats in Singapore and when did that stop? Best and worst parts of living in Singapore as expats TRAVEL: Top 3 favorite digital nomad destinations How to travel with pets (two dogs) Cost-of-living in Poland Favorite digital nomad destinations Airbnb prices during the coronavirus pandemic What living in Athens, Greece is like during COVID-19 Challenges of traveling together as a couple RETIRING EARLY: How long does it take to save up enough money to retire early on FIRE? How to reduce your cost of living in a place like Singapore - one of the most expensive countries in the world? Where does their passive income come from? What is the #1 most effective way to save money for retirement? LIGHTNING ROUND: Best money-saving travel hack Best travel app Digital bank account Favorite remote work tool Best tip for meeting people abroad Book recommendation for learning how to retire early SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES FIRE Method Get $65 Off Your First Booking on Airbnb Which Countries Can Americans Travel To?: Video: https://youtu.be/yfyLFJtKqsc Podcast: https://www.travelingwithkristin.com/digital-nomad-podcast/where-can-americans-travel Medium: https://medium.com/digital-nomad-digest/35-countries-americans-can-travel-to-right-now-dec44cacb30 "You Need a Budget" Expenses App HSBC World Elite Mastercard "Our Next Life" Blog (FIRE Lifestyle Inspiration) Get started with the FIRE System CONNECT WITH OUR FREEDOM YEARS Website YouTube Channel Related Episode: How To Retire Early on Fire with Eric Richards of Nomad on Fire ........................................................................................................ WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Learn how to retire early with the FIRE Method (Financial Independence Retire Early). Eric Richards of Nomad on Fire podcast explains how you can become financially and location-independent even if you're a big spender, new to investing or "bad" at math and budgeting. You'll also find out the three most effective ways to save money, how to become financially independent while a location-independent digital nomad, the best travel credit cards, what the cost-of-living is in Bali and Medellín, and more. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Bali reopening and cost-of-living What is the FIRE method and 4% rule? How much do you need to save to retire early? How long does it take to achieve FIRE? Different approaches to the FIRE method and passive income (cash flow or draw down approach) Quitting your corporate job Burnout and work-life balance How Eric saved money while a employed full-time How to avoid lifestyle inflation Geo-arbitrage How to balance your job and side hustle How to stay productive and organize your time when you work for yourself How to balance ambition with happiness How to figure out what you want from life Living in Medellin, Colombia and monthly cost-of-living Remote Year - is it worth it? What should you do once you have it "all?" What's next in life after achieving financial and location independence? SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES FIRE Method Remote Year When is Bali Reopening? Which Countries Can Americans Travel To?: Video: https://youtu.be/yfyLFJtKqsc Podcast: https://www.travelingwithkristin.com/digital-nomad-podcast/where-can-americans-travel Medium: https://medium.com/digital-nomad-digest/35-countries-americans-can-travel-to-right-now-dec44cacb30 Related podcast episodes: Ayodeji Awosika (F*k-you money) Greg Caplan, Founder of Remote Year Matt Bowles, Host of the Maverick Show Parkinson's Law Wealthfront Robo-Investor CONNECT WITH ERIC Nomad on Fire Podcast Instagram Facebook Show Notes: How To Retire Early on Traveling with Kristin.com ........................................................................................................ WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

In this special guest episode of The Expat Money Show podcast, hosts Mikkel Thorup and Kristin Wilson share tips and strategies for becoming a digital nomad or expat - drawn from both of their decades of experience traveling the world. Kristin has been a full-time digital nomad and expat for the past 15 years, traveling throughout more than 60 countries while helping thousands of people move, retire, or work abroad. Mikkel has been to 104 countries in 20 years and today is the Director of the offshore website, EscapeArtist.com and the host of The Expat Money Show podcast. Traveling for long periods of time have become the norm for Kristin and Mikkel, and in this interview, they walk you through all of the ups and downs of becoming a digital nomad or expat and why choosing this path can be so empowering. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Freedom How to become a digital nomad or expat How to invent your own job Which countries you can go to on just a passport and for how long without a visa The pros and cons of digital nomad visas The destinations and hot spots for digital nomads to live in The best co-working and co-living retreats How much you should plan as a digital nomad How to meet people and make friends abroad Why society doesn't want you to follow your dreams or live an unconventional life International real estate and the pros and cons of owning or renting your primary residence Life pre- and post-coronavirus SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Original Podcast Episode: How to Be a Digital Nomad Ep 96 of The Expat Money Show Video: Estonia Digital Nomad Visa Video: Barbados Digital Nomad Visa Kristin's YouTube Channels: Traveling with Kristin Digital Nomad TV Co-Living, Co-Working, and Meeting People: WiFi Tribe: https://wifitribe.co/ Remote Year: http://remoteyear.com/ Hacker Paradise: https://www.hackerparadise.org/ Work Wanderers: https://www.workwanderers.com/ Nomad Summit: http://nomadsummit.com/ Nomad Cruise: https://www.nomadcruise.com/ Coworking Bansko: https://coworkingbansko.com/ Internations: http://internations.org/ CONNECT WITH MIKKEL & THE EXPAT MONEY SHOW: The Expat Money Show Podcast EscapeArtist.com Escape Artist Magazine Mikkel Thorup on Twitter Congrats to Mikkel and The Expat Money Show on their 100th podcast episode! ........................................................................................................ WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Mikkel Thorup is the Director at EscapeArtist.com - the oldest and largest offshore website in the world. He's also the host of The Expat Money Show podcast and author of the book Expat Secrets. In this episode, Mikkel shares how he was able to travel full-time for 20 years - often with no job, no money, and no plan. He's visited 104 countries in that time and today he helps people pay zero taxes, bank and invest offshore, and acquire second passports or citizenship. Today's show takes a deep dive into how to achieve and sustain an expat lifestyle, covering Mikkel's trajectory from broke backpacker to successful entrepreneur. We discuss: How to travel with no money. How to find jobs abroad. How to meet people in foreign countries. The cost-of-living in different countries - including: Rent and food prices Monthly expenses for individuals and families What the expat quality of life is like in places like Abu Dhabi, Guatemala, Australia, and Singapore Why Mikkel ultimately chose to live in Panama and how much he spends per month living there. We also share our outlooks on why people are leaving the US, where the best places would be to live during the apocalypse, and some of our predictions on the future of work. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Zat Rana on Medium and Substack Richie Norton Article: Silicon Valley Real Estate Crash Book: The Four Agreements Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Books: The Dresden Files CONNECT WITH MIKKEL & ESCAPE ARTIST: EscapeArtist.com Escape Artist Magazine The Expat Money Show Podcast Expat Secrets Book Mikkel on Twitter ........................................................................................................ WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

John Gorman was "dead broke" until 32. But in the span of a few years, he went from being a homeless bar singer in Austin, Texas to making six figures per year as one of Medium's top writers. Find out how he did it, plus: How to get over imposter syndrome. How to get jobs you aren't qualified for. How to overcome depression and anxiety. How to "write your life into existence." What to do if you get everything you thought you wanted, but it still doesn't make you happy? How to feel satisfied, successful, and like you belong in life. How to set a "quit date" for a job you hate and become self-employed. How to cope with the unknown in our shared future post-coronavirus. What to do if the pandemic messed up your plans of becoming a digital nomad this year. The 4 things you need in life to be happy. Travel stories, productivity tips, and much more! SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Tom Kuegler on Badass Digital Nomads Drew Tarvin on Badass Digital Nomads Drew Tarvin's Tedx Talk - Humor at Work (8M Views) Sarah Cooper Comedian Medium: Digital Nomad Digest Reon Schutte Prisoner of War Video: Lockdown Productivity: Spaceship You The Long Walk Book Essay: "Everything Was Beautiful And All Of It Hurt" in Human Parts on Medium CONNECT WITH JOHN: John Gorman Medium John's Top 10 Medium Essays ........................................................................................................ WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Find out which countries Americans can travel to during COVID-19, what the entry requirements are and what the risks are right now. Transferwise Borderless Account: Get your first transfer up to £500 for FREE: https://www.travelingwithkristin.com/transferwise Traveling soon? Get international travel and medical insurance with COVID-19 coverage here: http://bit.ly/SafetyWingIns SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Video: Safest Countries to Travel to During Coronavirus Medium Blog: 35 Countries Americans Can Travel To State Department Travel Advisories CDC COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Destination Johns Hopkins Global Coronavirus Map Digital Nomad Visa Programs Travel to Croatia: Enter Croatia Form Travel to Turkey: HES Code ........................................................................................................ WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

How to make a living by blogging: Learn how to turn your blogging side hustle into a full-time job with Robbie Strazynski of Cardplayer Lifestyle. Robbie started blogging in 2009 with absolutely no prior experience. A few years later, he was able to monetize to quit his career in corporate marketing to become a full-time blogger and poker media consultant - working from home when he's not traveling to poker tournaments and events around the world. In this episode, Robbie shares how he grew his blog from zero to more than 30,000 visitors per month, the three main ways he monetizes his blog, what the best performing types of content are, and how he comes up with ideas for articles. He also explains his process for outsourcing work to writers in other countries, how to find online consulting work as a freelancer, and shares productivity tips for working from home with his wife and three kids. We also talk about: How to find time for your blog Tips for beginner bloggers The most popular types of blog content The technology he uses for his blog, like Wordpress Robbie's favorite travel destinations for work and pleasure And much more! CONNECT WITH ROBBIE: Cardplayer Lifestyle Website Twitter: @CardplayerLife Email Robbie at: robbie [at] cardplayerlifestyle.com ........................................................................................................ WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

Have you felt more tired, stressed, negative, or ineffective since you started working remotely? If so, you may be burnt out. But you're not alone. Work-from-home burnout is quickly becoming the next societal health crisis. A reported 70% of Americans have experienced burnout since the pandemic started, up from 52% in May. Rather than a medical condition, the World Health Organization (WHO) describes burnout as an "occupational phenomenon" or "syndrome" stemming from chronic, unaddressed work stress. Working remotely offers the potential for more flexibility and work-life balance. Unfortunately, most people are replacing their daily commutes with more time at their desks. I'm no doctor, but I've experienced burnout multiple times in my career - including last week - when I had to call 911 from my home. Tune into today's episode to hear what happened and how you can avoid work-from-home burnout in the future. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Blog: 3 Warning Signs of Work-From-Home Burnout Blog: The Pandemic Proves That Society was Wrong About How to Live Life World Health Organization: Definition of Burnout https://www.who.int/mental_health/evidence/burn-out/en/ Monster.com Study on Burnout: https://www.who.int/mental_health/evidence/burn-out/en/ Blue Zones for longevity and wellness Karoshi: Death by overwork Also mentioned: Medium Profile Digital Nomad 101 Book UCF College of Business MBA Pura Vida No Pro Surf Tournament WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

You want to make money online, but how do you do it? Where do you start? In this episode, Kristin shares exactly how she created her top ten online income streams, one by one, with examples and tips for how you can do it, too. Learn the stories behind how each income stream was created and how to think of yourself as a remote business with multiple revenue streams. Remember that to make money online and work from anywhere (especially while traveling), you also need a way to collect and send money anywhere in the world. That's why Kristin has been using TransferWise for more than seven years to: Open bank accounts online in multiple currencies Receive payments and collect income in 50+ currencies Save money on international wire and forex fees Pay contractors, freelancers, and virtual assistants worldwide Open a free borderless account and get your first transfer free up to £500 at TransferWise.com or https://www.travelingwithkristin.com/transferwise. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Blog: How to Make Money Online Fast (Post-Grad Survival Guide) Video: How to Make Money Online From Home Video: 10 Online Income Ideas Podcast Blog: 10 Ways I Make Money Online as a Digital Nomad Listen to the other two episodes in the Make Money Online podcast series: Part One: How to Make Money Online Fast with Online Freelancing Part Two: 6 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad Also mentioned: Matt D'Avella Podcast: "Dreams Don't Come True, Decisions Do" // Ground Up 073 with T.K. Coleman Oxygen - Digital bank account for U.S.-based Freelancers and Entrepreneurs: https://www.travelingwithkristin.com/oxygen WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) Relocate abroad with Orbis Relocation or Poker Refugees ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Buy new Badass Digital Nomads Merch (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links of products and services we use and recommend at no additional cost to you.

This podcast shares the six most common ways to become a digital nomad - giving you ideas for the different types of remote jobs, online business models, and revenue sources that can help you become location independent. Making money online doesn't automatically turn you into a digital nomad, but it does give you the freedom to be able to live and work from anywhere in the world. The beautiful thing about the digital nomad lifestyle is that there are no rules - you get to design your life in a way that works for you. So if you decide you want to spend the winter on the beaches of Mexico or skiing in the French Alps, it's up to you! SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: * New Badass Digital Nomads Merch! * (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Blog: 6 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad Video: How to Make Money Online From Home Part One of this Series: How to Make Money Online Fast with Online Freelancing WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

WORK-FROM-HOME FOREVER: What happens when no one commutes to the office anymore? The pandemic marks a turning point in global society and the start of a major cultural change in working remotely for the rest of our lives. How we live and where we work have changed. Naturally, you have some questions about what to do next. "As long as you're punching the clock in your 9-5, who cares where you are?" The hosts of The Guy Phillips Show on KTRS Radio asked Kristin to come on to explain how the world will change when everyone works remotely and how you can best prepare for the unknown. TOPICS OF DISCUSSION INCLUDE: - Should you move to a new city or country now that you can work from home? - What cities will look like when remote work is permanent? - Should you be paid based on the value of the work you do or where you live from now on? - What will cities look like when everyone works remotely? - Will you start earning money in a foreign currency or a digital currency? - How will the balance of power between employers and employees change now that employees can potentially make more money as self-employed independent contractors or online business owners? - How soon will these changes take place? "It's a fascinating look at a what-if scenario that is fast becoming more of a reality." ........................................................................................................ SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES (FURTHER READING): 12 Ways the World Will Change When Everyone Works Remotely The Pandemic Proves That Society Was Wrong About How to Live Life These Are the Best Cities for Freelancers in 2020 Facebook's Remote Work Salary Policy is "Barbaric" How Remote Work Incentives Can Change the U.S. Economy Cities That Will Pay You $10,000 to Move There Original KTRS Interview: SoundCloud KTRS Radio WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private coaching call Get help with written, audio, or video content creation: Email Kristin[at]remotecreativegroup.com Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

There are many ways to make money online, but one is faster than all the others, plus doesn't cost you anything to get started. In this episode, find out the top five ways to make money online to fund your digital nomad lifestyle and six steps to follow, step-by-step so you could potentially start making money online today. Grab a pen and paper and let's get started! Make sure to check the show notes page for links to all the resources and tools mentioned in this podcast. FREE TOOLS FROM THIS EPISODE: Free Workbook: Steps to Making Money Online Open a fee-free digital bank account with Oxygen Open a free Transferwise account and get a free transfer up to £500 SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: * New Badass Digital Nomads Merch! * (Teespring.com/Stores/TravelingwithKristin) Bonsai Freelancing Software WaveApps Freelancing Software PayPal Invoicing Strengthsfinder Skills Assessment Video: How to Make Money Online From Home Recommended Podcast: The Richie Norton Show WORK WITH KRISTIN Book a private consultation Join the Make Money Mentorship 6-week program (Special offer for podcast listeners $100 off) ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

June 30: The European Union confirmed today that it will be opening external borders of the continent. But who will be allowed in? Which nations will be banned? What are the criteria for determining which countries will be restricted from traveling to Europe and for how long? Find out today on Badass Digital Nomads. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: *New* Badass Digital Nomads Merch! Available now on Teespring.com Medium.com: "The E.U. Travel Ban Explained" European Council June 30 Resolution and Countries List ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron Review on Apple Podcasts Leave a voice message Submit a question or recommend a guest (feedback survey) Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Jimmy "Jimmicane" Wilson, lives an astounding life. Since pursuing his dream of becoming a surf photographer at only 14 years old, my younger brother has traveled to some of the most remote and beautiful destinations on the planet - in the company of world-class surfers and swimsuit models, of course. Jimmy is the former Photo Editor at Surfing Magazine, two-time Red Bull Illume Finalist, and is now the Online Content Editor and Social Media Coordinator for Vans Surf, working from home in Southern California. He has also worked at Eastern Surf Magazine, Transworld Surf, and has contributed to Surfer and Stab Magazines. In this episode of Badass Digital Nomads, Jimmy shares what a day in the life of a surf photographer is like, including stories of multiple life-or-death experiences he has witnessed in his travels around the world (like the time he saw Mick Fanning get attacked by a shark in J-Bay, South Africa). He shares how he funded his passion for surf photography by painting houses in Puerto Rico, and how to turn doing what you love into a long-term career while giving back to your community and the planet. Jimmy also offers tips and advice on how to to reinvent yourself when circumstances force your industry to change (or go extinct). In the Lightning Round, I ask about: Which camera and equipment he uses His favorite surf destination and non-surf destination Cheap flight/travel hacks Jet Lag tips How to stay motivated working at home A photography tip everyone should know What his future goals include I hope that this episode inspires you to carve your own path in the world and serves as a reminder for how much we can learn about ourselves and the world through travel! Connect with Jimmy: Instagram.com @Jimmicane Jimmy's Red Bull Illume Photos Vans Surf Instagram Jimmicane - Surfing Magazine Archive Stab Magazine Jimmy's Surfer Magazine Articles Connect on LinkedIn ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Leave a voice message Become a Patron Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Kristin answers questions and comments from Badass Digital Nomads listeners who left voice messages on the website and also shared their digital nomad quarantine experiences. Leave a message or ask a question at www.travelingwithkristin.com/podcast! ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron and get access to exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Leave a voice message Leave feedback or recommend a guest in our anonymous survey Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Badass Digital Nomads unequivocally supports the global anti-racism movement. In this brief episode, Kristin discusses her choice not to publish a podcast last week (on Blackout Tuesday) and shares the names of a few people and resources that she has found helpful in the weeks since George Floyd's death. She also shares some words of wisdom from her meditation teacher on the topics of freedom, justice, and how the wrongs of the past can end with you. RESOURCES: Rachel Cargle - Public Address on Revolution Rachel Rogers - Entrepreneur & Podcaster Sonya Renee Taylor - Author, Poet, and World Traveler Where Do We Begin Podcast by Jay Link and Red Snapper Zora Publication - Medium Tim Wise - Medium (Anti-Racism Educator & Author) Showing Up For Racial Justice Obama.org The Maverick Show: Black Lives Matter, the U.S. Uprising, and How You can Contribute to the Cause ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron and get access to exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Leave a voice message Leave feedback or recommend a guest in our anonymous survey Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Thinking of creating your own online course? This podcast is for you! My guest today is Matt Ragland, also known as The Bullet Journal Guy. He's a YouTuber, writer, vlogger, productivity expert, and the Director of Creator Success at Podia, an online course platform made especially for freelancers, solopreneurs, and creators. This episode is all about how and why to build your first online course, plus overcoming procrastination while working from home. You'll learn: Is now a good time to create your first online course? Is the online course market saturated? How to know if you should make an online course? Where to start if you want to create an online course? How do you pick an online course topic that people care about? What are the best platforms for online courses? Which platform is the cheapest? Podia, Udemy, Teachable, Skillshare, or Kajabi? Do you need an email list or audience to sell an online course? How much money can you make selling online courses? Then, we cover Matt's tips on productivity and procrastination: How can you stay productive working from home with a spouse and kids? How to balance your full-time job with your side hustle, especially during a pandemic? How to motivate yourself to work when you don't feel like it? Who should start a YouTube channel in 2020? In the lightning round, we discuss what we miss from normal life, what we're looking forward to when the quarantine is over, and where we'll travel first. SHOW RESOURCES: Create your first online course with Podia (FREE TRIAL) FOLLOW MATT: Subscribe to Matt's YouTube Channel Matt's Website Disclosure: This post contains an affiliate link to try Podia, a platform I use, at no additional cost to you while helping to support the show! ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Screenshot your favorite episode and share on social media! Leave a voice message Leave feedback, share who you are, or recommend a guest (survey) Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Global coronavirus travel update and the state of international travel and tourism for the week of May 17, 2020. Which countries are open for tourism? Which borders are still closed? Which countries are opening and when? When will you be able to travel for non-essential travel? Global travel trends: What to expect for the rest of 2020 The risks of traveling during COVID I also give a list of the countries that never officially closed, the Europe travel ban and re-opening phases explained, and why you might be able to travel to places that appear closed. Plus, what I predict for travel for the rest of the year. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Video: Coronavirus Travel Ban Update Download a PDF list of restricted countries with access to a Google Sheet Quora: List of Countries Open for Tourism During COVID SafetyWing Travel Map IATA COVID Travel Map World Nomads Travel Alerts Purchase International Travel & Medical Insurance (Affiliate Links): World Nomads SafetyWing ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Screenshot your favorite episode and share on social media! Leave a voice message Leave feedback, share who you are, or recommend a guest (survey) Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Check Out: Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

I traveled by bike to a historical site near my current home base in Miami, FL to sit under the trees and reflect on a year of podcasting and a lifetime of travel while recording this one-year anniversary episode of Badass Digital Nomads. Topics: Celebrating both milestones and moments in life, as well as small pleasures (even during "The Great Pause"). The struggles of slowing down. Burning out versus protecting your health and well-being during the shutdown. How our travel experiences near and far from home make us who we are as individuals. How our ancestry and others' journeys impact our lives and where we are today. How food, sounds, and places bring up memories of childhood and travel. Why you can't be put in a box or categorized as an individual or in your career (we are all unique). How to become the best version of yourself. Triggering a "shift" between where you are now and where you want to go, while enjoying the journey of life. Patience as a virtue versus wanting things to happen in life immediately. Finding your own path in life. Bouncing back from failures. Dealing with anxiety during the shutdown. Keeping your to-do list in perspective without letting it control you. How to uncover new things about your local area and finding a sense of adventure wherever you go (even during quarantine). How to walk the Camino de Santiago in your backyard. Traveling on a budget versus the image of luxury travel presented by travel magazines and websites. Why you should share your personality and stories with the world. Passing on stories and anecdotes from one generation to another. Drawing inspiration from your environment to create your reality. The connection between traveling to Christopher Columbus's hometown of Genoa, Italy in 2012 to the discovery of The New World, Florida's history, and the content and stories that come through in the podcast. Topics we've covered in past year on Badass Digital Nomads. "There is no goal to life - every moment that you spend chasing a goal, life is slipping away little by little." RESOURCES: H2N Portable Microphone Interview with Palle Bo, The Radio Vagabond Arch Creek Park and Historical Site in Miami, FL We Share the Same Sky Podcast ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Screenshot your favorite episode and share on social media! Leave a voice message Leave feedback, share who you are, or recommend a guest (survey) Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Find out my exact morning routine and daily routine as a digital nomad working from home. In this episode, you'll learn my eight top tips for staying productive every day, three things you should avoid, and the two biggest risk factors that all remote workers should know about. SHOW RESOURCES/LINKS: My Standing Desk (Amazon) Remote Work Accessories (Amazon) Home Office Setup (Amazon) Day in the Life of a Digital Nomad (Video) ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Ayodeji Awosika is one of the top professional bloggers in the world who consistently earns 5-figures in passive income per month through writing in the Medium Partner Program. He is the author of three self-help books, has more than 55,000 followers on Medium, and is also now a YouTuber. Find out how he went from being a broke college dropout with $3 in his bank account to becoming a successful online entrepreneur in this episode of Badass Digital Nomads, shot live on location with Kristin in Miami, FL. (Watch this interview on YouTube) You'll learn: How society is designed to hold you back and what to do about it. How to quit your dead-end job and make money online. The three most valuable business skills everyone should learn (whether you went to college or not). Why you shouldn't tell anyone about your dreams at first. How to start an online business even if you don't have any money. How to start at zero even if you don't have any ideas. How to achieve your potential and avoid wasting your life. How to figure out what you're good at. How to start writing on Medium. How to earn money through the Medium Partner Program. The top 4 books Ayo recommends everyone to read. How Ayo stays productive working from home Ayo's morning routine Ayo's writing and productivity tools And much more! SHOW RESOURCES: Buy Real Help on Amazon (Ayo's third book) Ayo's Medium Profile Ayo's YouTube Channel Watch this interview on YouTube.com/DigitalNomad ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Shop for your travel, home office, and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Kristin Wilson and Johnny FD discuss why some digital nomads are coping better than brick-and-mortar businesses and traditional employees during the coronavirus quarantine, and how nomads are more mentally, emotionally, and financially resilient during these times. We discuss: Why daily life hasn't changed much for digital nomads Familiar with uncertainty and discomfort. (also just not having access to certain things) Minimalist lifestyle and low cost-of-living Focus on experiences over consumerism Multiple income streams Growth mindset over fixed mindset Personal identity not tied to a job or company Comfortable using remote collaboration tools Less familial and societal pressures at home Part of a global community At home everywhere in the world We also discuss why new digital nomads and digital "backpackers" are struggling more than experienced digital nomads and online entrepreneurs. This is an episode of Travel Like a Boss podcast hosted on Badass Digital Nomads. RESOURCES: Medium Blog: Why Digital Nomads Are Coping Better with the Quarantine Travel Like a Boss Show Notes Page: http://www.travellikeabosspodcast.com/episodes/ep-246-why-digital-nomads-are-better-prepared-for-quarantine Digital Nomads Quarantined Part 1 Digital Nomads Quarantined Part 2 Episode 198 of Travel Like a Boss Podcast: Traveling with Kristin on Creating Your Own Digital Nomad Job Make Money Mentorship Online Course Disclaimer: We understand that many people are struggling financially and with their health and do not discount the pain many people around the world are feeling right now. However, this episode is for people who are using the pandemic as a reason to let go of their mental and physical health when they could be making a different choice. Definition of a Digital Nomad: Someone who earns a living online, regardless of his or her physical location. Most digital nomads travel full-time without a home base. ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Shop for your travel, home office, and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Learn how to read up to 500% faster. Our guest today is a world-traveling entrepreneur, linguist, and hedge fund manager-turned speed reader, May Ling Lai, who just read 100 books in 100 days! In this podcast, get her tips on how to increase your reading speed from 250 words per minute up to 1500 words per minute. We cover different speed reading techniques and strategies and how you can purchase her speed reading course, The 7 Skills of Speed Reading, for only $12.99 on Udemy. Interested in which of the 100 books are the best? Watch a video review on YouTube or IGTV about each book and decide which ones are for you! SPEED READING RESOURCES: Speed Reading Course: 7 Skills of Speed Reading May Ling's YouTube Channel May Ling's Instagram Handle On this episode of Badass Digital Nomads, we also talk about: May Ling's favorite books Why it's okay to suck at things when you first start Why you don't have to be an expert at something to teach and help others Natural talent versus learned skill (debate) Tips for creating videos How to start a YouTube channel How to optimize your content for SEO and keywords In the lightning round, we cover: May Ling's favorite travel destinations Favorite cities to live in Best foodie recommendations Carry-on packing tips More travel tips MORE SHOW RESOURCES/SHOW NOTES: May Ling's Favorite Book: Wynton Marsalis Travel Video Academy CNBC Make It Series VidIQ App for YouTube Keyword Research Google Trends / Keyword Planner / Ubersuggest First episode of Digital Nomad News Packing Tips: Packing Cubes ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Shop for your travel, home office, and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group *Disclaimer: This description includes some affiliate links for our guests' products and services that we like, use, or want to support - like May Ling's speed reading course - at no additional cost to you :)

Welcome to this special guest episode of Badass Digital Nomads where I'm interviewed by Matt Bowles of The Maverick Show. I jump on his podcast from my Coronavirus quarantine in Miami to share the mental and emotional techniques I've been using to keep my spirits up and remain productive under the COVID-19 Stay-at-Home Orders. I give tips on meditation resources, the importance of limiting news and social media, and increasing substantive virtual social connections with people. Then, talk about the keys to remaining productive while working from home in our new reality and share tips on finding remote work opportunities and standing out when you apply for remote jobs and the best products and software I recommend for remote work. I also explain how to leverage the network you already have and focus on the skills you already possess. Kristin also explain how my 6-figure income from my relocation business was abruptly cut off by the global pandemic and explains how I have adjusted my mindset and supplemented my income. Finally, I talk about the importance for everyone to start building multiple streams of income and then proceed to debunk a bunch of the misnomers about making money online. In this special episode, I share the key to making money online quickly and explain how to craft an offer that aligns with the unique skills you already possess and focuses on who you can help today. I then offer listeners a $100 Discount on my new Making Money Online mentorship program—a four-week course which creates a customized path for each individual person to start making online income today, with my personal one-on-one guidance. I conclude the interview by encouraging everyone to step into their power and seize this moment for personal growth, business growth, supporting each other and affecting positive change in the world. Join my Make Money Mentorship program here and get $100 off. Full show notes available at: www.TheMaverickShow.com ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Shop for your travel, home office, and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Matt Barnett is a British designer and CEO of Bonjoro, a video marketing app out to "disrupt conventional business communication with personalized video emails." In the first half of this interview, Matt and I talk about the impact of the Coronavirus in Australia and across the world. We then go back in time and talk travel - discussing what #VanLife was like in Portugal 15 years ago and how Matt funded his travels through Bali, Honduras, and Indonesia before moving to Australia after a breakup. The second half of the interview is full of remote work and entrepreneur tips, as well as how to use video in your email marketing to grow your business. We cover how Matt transitioned from being an artist to a CEO and his remote work advice for people and companies who have be sent home for Coronavirus - such as: How to operate across time zones How to maintain a company culture remotely What types of job perks employers should be offering How to combat loneliness while working from home How to hire a remote team Attributes he looks for in remote employees Which WiFi and data plan he uses while traveling And more We also discuss the benefits of joining or starting your own mastermind before moving into the Lightning Round. Connect with Matt on LinkedIn About Bonjoro: Bonjoro helps you easily send personalized videos to your customers, allowing you to build powerful, lasting connections while increasing conversion, email open rates, and retention. Bonjoro integrates with your existing email marketing and CRM software and is perfect for freelancers, entrepreneurs, E-commerce, educational institutions, creators, charities, consultants, and big business. Try Bonjoro for free today!* ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Shop for your travel, home office, and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group *Disclaimer: Podcast descriptions sometimes include affiliate links for our guests' products and services that we like, use, or want to support, at no additional cost to you :)

In the age of Coronavirus, though, podcasts are no longer getting us through the daily commute - they're getting us through the day. Here are five shows that help me stay motivated and inspired while working from home all day, every day (in no particular order). I hope they help you, too! Show Resources - Recommended Podcasts: Derek Sivers The Maverick Show The Richie Norton Show Naval Podcast Daily Stoic Podcast Medium Blog with more details about each podcast Remember to support your favorite podcasts during this challenging time by sharing them with your friends and leaving reviews for the hosts! ........................................................................................................ Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Leave a 5* review of Badass Digital Nomads on iTunes Shop for your travel, home office, and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Watch Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Johannes Voelkner started as a college student-turned Virtual Assistant working on minimum wage in South Africa before he figured out how to apply the 4-Hour Work Week to his life. After that, he established the biggest online digital nomad community in the world before going on to found the Nomad Cruise - the first floating conference for freelancers, remote workers, and online entrepreneurs. In this episode, we talk about how to study abroad or find a working holiday, how we were able to work abroad right out of college, how to make a livable wage as a self-employed expat or online business owner, all the different weird jobs you can have had in foreign countries, and how to build an online income for the first time. Also, how Johannes became location independent and achieved the four-hour work week (literally) by setting up an eCommerce business for his mom in 2010. We also discuss: How to start a side hustle while you're working abroad in a location-dependent job. How to build a remote team from scratch. How to build your skillset when you're starting from zero. Why it's better to start your business first (while you aren't traveling) then travel later. Tips and advice for people who don't know where to start as a digital nomad. How Johannes overcomes fear and takes action, anyway. How to meet hundreds of like-minded people in one year. Examples of how people form tight-knit bonds in the Nomad Cruise community and why it creates relationships that last a lifetime. What to look for in a digital nomad destination or when you're setting up a home base somewhere. Finally, we talk about what the Nomad Cruise is, who it's for, what you can learn in the talks, workshops, and masterminds on the ship, the upcoming itinerary, and the different reunions and co-living opportunities available before and after the cruise departs. Then, in the lightning round we cover Johannes's favorite travel destinations, morning routine, remote work tools, productivity hacks, and how his remote team works across timezones. Join the Next Nomad Cruise - Save €100 with code, TravelingwithKristin Follow Nomad Cruise on Instagram Join the Global Digital Nomad Network Show Resources - Remote Work Tools: Asana Calendly Google Drive Loom Slack Wordpress WuCommerce YAC Zoom Show Resources - Books: Four-Hour Work Week Make a Name for Yourself (Personal Branding) Show Resources - Book a consulting call with Kristin Listen to more from Johannes: The Maverick Show: Kitesurfing & Building Nomadic Communities Nomad Summit Chiang Mai Talk on Building a Remote Business While Traveling ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Coronavirus Update and Impact on RemoteWork: Millions of people are struggling to cope in the wake of schools and businesses closing overnight. To help people adjust quickly, I've compiled a list of tech companies offering free versions of their software, tools, and apps through the summer of 2020. Free Resources: LinkedIn: Tech Companies Offering Free Remote Work Resources Medium: 29 Free Resources to Help You Work Remotely Remote AID 2020: Free Online Summit to Help You Get Through Coronavirus Remote Work Challenges More questions? Email Kristin Share this episode with someone you know whose job or work schedule has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Also in this bonus episode update: Shout outs to our Patreon Patrons Shout outs to three new members of the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook group Our guest for tomorrow is Johannes Voelkner, the founder of Nomad Cruise. Unfortunately, the April Nomad Cruise for April was cancelled, so keep that in mind while listening to the episode (but it's still packed with value!). You will still be able to use the travelingwithkristin offer code for a €100 discount on a future cruise. Running Remote has been postponed until September, but they will be hosting a free online summit called Remote AID on April 20th in its place. Register to attend here. Special Offer: Become a Patron of Badass Digital Nomads by April 1 and receive a ton of insider perks and exclusive content, plus a personalized welcome video from Kristin! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• About: Badass Digital Nomads is a podcast to help people thrive in the new remote economy. Host, Kristin Wilson, is a long-term digital nomad, online entrepreneur, and expat relocation expert who has lived, worked, or traveled in 60 countries over the last 17 years. She's helped 1,000's of people move and live abroad and now teaches people how to achieve location independence through writing, speaking, workshops, and online content. 🎧 Kristin is also the host of Digital Nomad News and the creator of Traveling with Kristin on YouTube. Become a Badass Digital Nomad: 👩‍💻 👨‍💻 Support this podcast and get access to exclusive content on Patreon Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Leave a review on Apple Podcasts ❤️

The average person in 2020 spends 5 hours a day on their cell phones - checking it 50x and tapping the screen more that 2,600 times daily. Don't let it be you! After realizing that device addition was ruining my life, I eventually made some changes. It took me 3 years to break my phone habit, but with these 7 tips you can succeed much sooner. (PS: 82% of people think they spend less time on their phones than they really do.) Resources: - Facebook Timeline Blocker: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/news-feed-eradicator-for/fjcldmjmjhkklehbacihaiopjklihlgg?hl=en - Freedom App: https://freedom.to/ - Atomic Habits Book https://amzn.to/2IdoGkZ - Willpower Doesn't Work Book https://amzn.to/2VASaRQ Instagram Hack: How to Post to Instagram from a PC: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/post-to-instagram-from-your-computer-with-this-simple-trick/ Sources: 1) https://www.zdnet.com/article/americans-spend-far-more-time-on-their-smartphones-than-they-think/ 2) https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/aug/21/cellphone-screen-time-average-habits 3) https://blog.dscout.com/mobile-touches ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Brie Weiler Reynolds is a writer, career coach and Human Resources professional who helps people overcome their roadblocks to discover career happiness. She is the Career Development Manager at FlexJobs, the award-winning site for remote, flexible, and freelance job listings. She is also a certified resume writer with 15 years of experience working with both job seekers and employers. Today, Brie offers career, hiring, and work-life balance advice through the FlexJobs Blog and to media outlets like Fast Company, Forbes, and NBC News. Today on the show we talk all about remote jobs: Where to find legitimate, work-from-home and remote jobs How to land a remote job What to do if you apply for jobs and never hear back The biggest mistakes people make when applying for remote jobs The top skills that flexible work employers are looking for How to organize your resume to align with job search algorithms Why you always need a cover letter when applying for remote jobs and what to put in it How to approach companies to work for them even if they don't have any remote positions available What to do if you don't have ANY remote work experience or skills Why you're probably not too young or old to get a remote job In the lightning round, we find out about Brie's: Favorite job search tools Remote work and communication apps Ideal home office set up Work-from-home morning routine And her tips on working from home with kids and a dog! Special thanks to members of our Facebook group who contributed questions for this interview (Mindy, Marie, Delphine, Sacred, David, and Sacred)! You can join the conversation at www.facebook.com/groups/digitalnomadsuccess Connect with Brie: Twitter: https://twitter.com/briewreynolds FlexJobs Blog: https://www.flexjobs.com/blog/ Episode Resources: Free Remote Jobs Guide: http://www.travelingwithkristin.com FlexJobs Portal https://www.flexjobs.com/ Remote Co https://remote.co/ Running Remote Conference https://runningremote.com/ Jobscan https://www.jobscan.co/ ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group Podcast descriptions may contain affiliate links for products and services we use and recommend, at no extra cost to you.

Feeling blocked or stuck in life? Don't worry - it's normal. You're living below your potential because society is designed for you to stay in your lane. But you can change your destiny by acknowledging that your dreams, ideas, goals, and ambitions are part of who you are and who you were born to be. In this episode, I'll help you push past the fear of being yourself - using real world examples from great writers who hit rock bottom before climbing out of their misery, such as Brian Koppelman (creator of Billions), Steven Pressfield, Nassim Taleb, and Ayodeji Awosika. The world is a much better place with you in it - especially when you're being yourself and going after what you want. The doer wins by doing. Here's one strategy and exercise to help you get out of your own way, and what happened when I used it on myself. Show Resources and Links: Podcast with Brian Koppelman and Steven Pressfield https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/slate/the-moment-with-brian-koppelman/e/58440341 Real Help book by Ayodeji Awosika http://bit.ly/2UeTVU7 Skin in the Game by Nassim Taleb https://amzn.to/37Tfug6 Diddy and Ray Dalio Meeting (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCCfk2a2O5o Principles by Ray Dalio: https://amzn.to/2T7Lesz ........................................................................................................ Connect with Kristin: Subscribe to the Badass Digital Nomads PODCAST: http://bit.ly/DigitalNomadPodcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/DigitalNomadTV Subscribe to TRAVELING WITH KRISTIN on YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/TravelwithKristin Join Kristin's FREE FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/digitalnomadsuccess/ Learn to Become a DIGITAL NOMAD: http://bit.ly/DigitalNomadCourses Shop my Amazon Store - filled with travel and remote work accessories: http://bit.ly/AmazonTravelStore

Taige Zhang is the founder of Fairytrail, a dating app for nomads. Previously, he worked at Apple, Rocket Internet, and various startups worldwide. After working for tech companies from Palo Alto to Berlin to Shanghai, Taige Zhang had the idea to create a new type of dating app called Fairytrail for travelers and people who are interested in meeting someone who lives in a different city or county. In this episode, Taige talks about how he was able to land jobs in foreign countries where he could live and work as an expat, what it was like to date abroad, how to meet people when you move to a new country, and how he coped with cultural differences. He also discusses how he hopes to innovate and improve the online dating experience, why Fairytrail is different, and how they ended up with more women than men on the platform. In the lightning round, we cover his favorite countries to visit and live in, the best food he's had abroad, and his favorite productivity tools and apps. Resources: Compare countries and cultures with your own using the Hofstede Insights cultural dimensions tool. Download Fairytrail at https://www.fairytrail.app/ Connect with Taige: Twitter: www.twitter.com/taigeair LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/taigezhang Facebook Campfire Community for Digital Nomads and Travelers ........................................................................................................ Support the podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Mitch is the organizer of the Digital Nomad Sessions online summit. You can attend for free from Feb 12-19 at www.digitalnomadsessions.com/Kristin After dropping out of school at 16 years-old, Mitch Asser spent much of his 20's partying until he decided it was time to change his life and pursue his purpose. Through traveling around the world (Bali, Thailand, and more) building network and online marketing skills, he learned how to build digital businesses and change his destiny. Now in his 30's he lives in his fully converted Mercedes Sprinter Campervan and runs a multi-six figure digital marketing company. In today's episode, you'll find out how he did it, what a day in the life is like for him living in a van on Australia's Gold Coast, his cost-of-living, favorite remote work tools and productivity habits, and more. Plus, how to get FREE access to upcoming online summit, the Digital Nomad Sessions, February 14-20, 2020. In this epic episode of Badass Digital Nomads, we discuss: How he went from party animal to successful online entrepreneur How he learned how to convert his van Why it's important for EVERYONE to have the opportunity to live on their own terms What a day in the Australian #vanlife is like for him How he gets fast and reliable internet How he combats loneliness as a digital nomad Where to start if you want to get into online marketing How he's generated millions of dollars in revenue with online summits What his monthly cost-of-living is, broken down into food, gas, and more His favorite productivity tips How to meet people while traveling The secret ingredients we add to our guacamole and medicinal hot chocolate recipes And much more Resources: Get FREE access to the Digital Nomad Sessions Online Summit: http://bit.ly/DNSessions Medium article: "The Paradox of Loneliness in the Digital Nomad Lifestyle" Connect with Mitch and follow his #VanLife: http://mitchasser.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mitch.asser/ YouTube: http://bit.ly/MAsserVanLife ........................................................................................................ Support the podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

I read more than 30 books in 2019. In this podcast, I'll share what they were, my main takeaway from each one, and if I would recommend it to you. What are your favorite books? Or do you struggle to find time to read? Slide into my Instagram DM's @TravelingwithKristin and let me know! Complete Book List: You can purchase all books in my recommended books section of my Amazon store, unless I didn't like the book (and don't recommend it, in which case it's not in there!): http://bit.ly/BookRecsTWK Daily Stoic (Ryan Holiday) Available here: http://bit.ly/ProductivityJournals Meditations (Marcus Aurelius) The Obstacle is the Way (Ryan Holiday) Seeing What Others Don't (Gary Klein) Tools of Titans (Tim Ferriss) Digital Nomad (Tsugio Makimoto and David Manners) Life Changes Quick (Johnny FD) Lead the Field (Adam Witty) The Right to Write (Julia Cameron) The Artist's Way (Julia Cameron) On the Shortness of Life (Seneca) Letters from a Stoic (Seneca) The One Thing (Gary Keller) Choose (Ryan Levesque) The Copywriter's Handbook (Robert Bly) Atomic Habits (James Clear) Contagious (Jonah Berger) Invisible Influence (Jonah Berger) Theory of War (Joan Brady) Whole30 (Melissa and Dallas Hartwig) http://bit.ly/TravelHealthTWK Eating for Beauty (David Wolfe) http://bit.ly/TravelHealthTWK The Book Thief (Markus Zusak) Stillness is the Key (Ryan Holiday) How to Get Rich (Felix Dennis) Time and How to Spend It (James Wallman) Managing Ignatius (Jerry Strahan) Principles (Ray Dalio) Anything You Want (Derek Sivers) Rhinoceros Success (Scott Alexander) On Writing Well (William Zinsser) Currently Reading: (January 2020) - Skin in the Game (Nassim Taleb) - Real Help (Ayodeji Awosika) https://amzn.to/2uyDuHF - On Writing (Stephen King) ........................................................................................................ Support the podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

On January 1, 2020, I sat for a 10-day silent Vipassana meditation course in Merritt, British Columbia and survived to tell the tale. Although it was difficult at times, I found this meditation technique to be one of the most practical and useful things I've ever come across for coping with the ups and downs of life. Hear all about the experience and what I learned in this podcast. Want to attend a Vipassana course or interested in learning more? Find a center or read more about it here: https://www.dhamma.org/ Have you ever done a Vipassana course? Send me a message on IG: https://www.instagram.com/travelingwithkristin/ More about my meditation practice and tips: 10 Lessons from 800 Days of Meditation ........................................................................................................ Support the podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Within the next decade, there could be one billion remote workers and digital nomads roaming the planet. How will that affect you? What can you expect? How will daily life change for billions of people? What should you do to prepare so you're not caught by surprise? That's what this episode is all about - my predictions on the economic, social, and cultural changes we will see in the near future. Share this episode with everyone you know. Read more on Medium: 12 Ways the World Will Change When Everyone Works Remotely What else do you think will happen when remote work becomes mainstream? Let me know on social media. ........................................................................................................ Support the podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Although I've been to more than 60 countries now, I'm always learning new things about travel and the world! This year was no different. I went back to some of my favorite destinations and discovered new ones. Here are my top tips, hacks, and insights from around the world in 2019. Destinations include: Netherlands, Paris, French Alps, Bulgaria, Iceland, Norway, Italy, Lithuania, California, Austin, and Miami. Show notes: Polar Steps: https://www.polarsteps.com/travelingwithkristin Amsterdam Guide: https://youtu.be/jMwNb7m_sY4 Tomorrowland Winter: https://youtu.be/kSSj7t_qOpY Paris Writing Workshops: https://pariswritingworkshops.com/ Interview with Rolf Potts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_vmNP63AwU Recommended Travel Books: http://bit.ly/TravelProductivityBooks Blue Bank: https://www.blabankinn.is/ Vilnius Cost of Living: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AXFrHXLieg Vilnius Travel Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ooAU51i6T6c Arctic Coworking: https://www.arcticcoworking.com/ Philz Coffee: https://www.philzcoffee.com/ Amtrak California Routes: https://www.amtrak.com/california-train-routes Intercontinental Ambassador Program: https://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/content/us/en/ambassador Digital Nomad News Miami: https://youtu.be/Nm_MMcyw1dA Drone Clips Travel Montage: https://youtu.be/Nit2TAegXPw Travel Insurance: - World Nomads http://bit.ly/TWKTravelIns - SafetyWing http://bit.ly/SafetyWingIns Remote Jobs Guide: http://bit.ly/RemoteJobsGuide or www.travelingwithkristin.com ........................................................................................................ Support the podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

As the pace of life on Earth continues to seemingly speed up with technology and to-do lists vying for our attention, it's more important than ever to slow down and focus on what's important. Meditation and mindfulness can help. After 900 days of meditation, I've decided to attend a 10-day silent Vipassana retreat in Canada to start out the new year. This episode outlines the benefits of Vipassana, my biggest takeaways from nearly 3 full years of meditation, and how you can start and maintain a meditation habit in 2020. Happy New Year! References: https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/index 10 Lessons From 800 Days Of Meditation InsightTimer https://medium.com/@InsightTimer ........................................................................................................ Support the podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Expats Everywhere was founded by a US couple named Josh and Kalie, who have been living in foreign countries such as Spain, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, and more for over 10 years. They now help people move abroad for the first time or help other expats transition to a new country by giving extensive information through the eyes of people who have been there, done that! In this live podcast, Kristin and Josh share their top tips from 25+ years of experience as expats. Topics include: * What are the best countries for expats to live in * How to find jobs in foreign countries with no experience * What to do when things go wrong while traveling * How much it costs to live in Spain, Singapore and more * Teaching English and au pair salaries in multiple countries * How to deal with reverse culture shock * If you should learn a foreign language or stick with English * How to meet people while traveling * Where are the best places for expats to live * What to know about work visas and permits * How to build an online business and different revenue streams from scratch * How to adjust to life in a new country In the lightning round, Josh shares: * His favorite airport hacks and lounges, carry-on luggage * His favorite vacation destination (Hint: It's tropical) * His #1 productivity habit * Plus his food recommendations in Italy, Japan, and more Resources: Website: http://www.expatseverywhere.com/ Subscribe to Expats Everywhere on YouTube. ........................................................................................................ Support the podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Greg Caplan is the CEO and Founder of Remote Year, the world's largest work-travel program that started as an email to a friend and went viral with over 50,000 sign ups in the first few days of launching. Greg has since helped thousands of people travel the world while working remotely. A former EY Entrepreneur of the Year and SXSW speaker, today he shares with us how he started Remote Year, what the program offers for people who want to work online and travel, and his predictions for the future of work. Get a $200 Discount to Travel with Remote Year Follow Greg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gdcaplan ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Justin Mitchell is the founder of Yelling Across Cubicles, or "YAC," an audio-first messaging platform that helps you communicate faster and build stronger relationships with your co-workers or remote team. Companies like Google, Invision, Salesforce, Hubspot, CVS, Mailchimp, and more are jumping on the YAC bandwagon. In this episode, find out: * How the founders of YAC won Product Hunt's Makers Festival in 2018. * What you need to know about the upcoming audio app invasion in 2020. * How YAC can help you spend less time in meetings, less time on Slack, and less time being accountable to other people so you can get your work done. * Why you don't have to live in Silicon Valley to start a startup. * Justin's tips on raising venture capital. * Why Reddit and Twitter are the best places to hire employees or find a job. Plus, don't miss the lightning round! With fun questions like: * Justin's favorite tech backpack, morning beverage, and remote work tools * His most underrated travel destination * Entrepreneurs he admires and who you should definitely follow on Twitter * Why Universal Studios is better than Disney ;) Resources: - Website: https://www.yac.chat/ (Insert code Badass Digital Nomad for FREE early access!) - Product Hunt Makers ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Hear what it's like to live in the Lofoten Islands of Norway as a digital nomad or van lifer! Today we have an interview with the founders of the Arctic Coworking Lodge, tour of the space, and video clips of the beautiful scenery in Lofoten and many outdoor activities and things to do. Learn more about the Arctic Digital Nomads: https://youtu.be/oQWj7DQSBiE ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Dave Williams is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of NomadX, a Lisbon-based housing company and community that's on a mission to revolutionize the way location independent professionals, or "Digital Nomads", live, work, and travel the world. NomadX makes it easy and affordable to live the Digital Nomad lifestyle, explore new cultures, and meet people from around the world while maintaining a healthy career. NomadX Slow Travel Pads™ and Lifestyle Community for Digital Nomads offers apartments, private bedrooms and coliving spaces for rent direct from friendly hosts in cool local Portuguese neighborhoods for as little as a month, and at local prices that are much more affordable than AirBNB's short term rates. They will help you stay on budget with a private room, apartment, or shared coliving space ranging from €250 to €850+ per month. Plus, access the local digital community as a bonus. On today's episode, Dave talks about: - How he started so many tech companies before Google and Facebook without any experience - Why he took time off to walk the Camino de Santiago and what he learned - How we can solve housing for digital nomads - Why Portugal is such a great place for people to live - What the scene is like during Web Summit - the world's largest tech conference - Why NOW is the best time to become a digital nomad - Why companies are more successful when their employees are the shareholders - His plans for creating a housing network and community across 20 major digital nomad hubs and cities around the world - NomadX plans to expand to Bali ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Sam Marks is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and world traveler. He's co-founded and sold three successful businesses and is currently the Founder & CEO of Coworker.com. He also co-hosts the Invest Like a Boss podcast with another Badass Digital Nomad, Johnny FD. ILAB is one of the top 20 finance podcasts in the world. In today's live interview, Sam shares his tips and advice on a variety of topics from entrepreneurship to travel, investing, and the future of work. He also shares details on the new Global Pass from Coworker, coming in January 2020. The Global Pass is a worldwide co-working membership with access to thousands of spaces in over 100 countries. Check out Invest Like a Boss Podcast Sam's Website Sign Up for Coworker Global Pass Medium article about the Future of Coworking & WeWork ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Learn why the tiny village of Pingeyri in the West Fjords of Iceland is a great place to work remotely! Whether you are a startup, digital nomad, or even an artist, The Blue Bank in Iceland is a beautiful retreat space, coworking space, and innovation center in the middle of nature. Find out more at: https://www.blabankinn.is/ About Kristin: Kristin Wilson is an online entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and content creator who has lived and worked in 60+ countries. She coaches people who want to work online and travel through her courses, workshops, and two YouTube channels. She also consults companies in adopting remote work policies. Kristin is a Top Writer on Quora and Medium who has been featured in Bloomberg Businessweek, ESPN, The New York Times, Huffpost, HGTV's House Hunters International, and more. ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Liam is the co-founder and CMO of TimeDoctor.com and Staff.com. After graduating with a masters in Sociology from McGill University, Liam opened a small tutoring company which grew to over 100 employees, and looked to solve a problem with remote employees not reporting accurate work data which turned into Staff.com. He consults on outsourcing and process design and is passionate about how to gain insights into the inner workings of how people work. About Kristin: Kristin Wilson is an online entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and content creator who has lived and worked in 60+ countries. She coaches people who want to work online and travel through her courses, workshops, and two YouTube channels. She also consults companies in adopting remote work policies. Kristin is a Top Writer on Quora and Medium who has been featured in Bloomberg Businessweek, ESPN, The New York Times, Huffpost, HGTV's House Hunters International, and more. Meet Kristin and Liam in person at Running Remote in Austin, Texas, April 20-21 2020. ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Do you find it hard to step away from your cushy salary and the the perceived security of your 9-5 job? Then this podcast is for you. Kristin is talking to Christin Maschmann who managed to take this step at age 40 and is now running her own location independent Creative Agency called NICE & SUNNY. In this interview, we discuss: * Patience is the game and things can often take longer than expected * Being courageous and asking for what you want while offering value *Less can make you way more happier than a golden cage *Relying on your personal network to find work Find Christin online: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/niceandsunny Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niceandsunny Web: https://www.niceandsunny.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/niceandsunny/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/niceandsunny Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/nice-sunny/id1441013127 About Kristin: Kristin Wilson is an online entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and content creator who has lived and worked in 60+ countries. She coaches people who want to work online and travel through her courses, workshops, and two YouTube channels. She also consults companies in adopting remote work policies. Kristin is a Top Writer on Quora and Medium who has been featured in Bloomberg Businessweek, ESPN, The New York Times, Huffpost, HGTV's House Hunters International, and more. ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

How to move to Europe to lower your cost-of-living, save money, and pay less taxes: My guest today, James Meads, is a location-independent digital nomad who helps people live and work abroad in countries like Germany. He is also exploring countries in Eastern Europe such as Bulgaria and Romania to figure out which one has the lowest cost of living and highest quality of life, as well as low taxes or even zero taxes! In this interview, we discuss: How to transition from a corporate job to running a remote online business What it's like to live in Germany as an expat The hardest parts of relocating to a new country and what to do about taxes, work visas, travel visas, housing, insurance, and setting up an online business. The cost-of-living in Germany and how to find a job. Why Eastern European countries like Serbia, Romania, and Bulgaria are optimal choices for digital nomads to base their remote businesses. Why so many UK and international citizens relocate to Bulgaria. The low tax rates in Bulgaria and Romania. Our favorite productivity tips and remote work tools. Co-working versus working at home or in coffee shops. How to meet other entrepreneurs and digital nomads while traveling. Good conferences for networking. Hidden places to visit in Germany. The best skiing and wine regions in Germany. Free resources on moving to Germany or Europe. Find more info about James' services at Live Work Germany: https://liveworkgermany.com/ Subscribe to Live Work Germany on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQXl8R0OW2H9hC_mKMm39MQ FREE RESOURCES: Free 10 minute introductory call for anyone looking for advice on how to move to Germany: https://liveworkgermany.as.me/free-10-mins Free coffee break-sized guide "Moving to Germany" https://www.subscriberpage.com/moving-to-germany-ebook About Kristin: Kristin Wilson is an online entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and content creator who has lived and worked in 60+ countries. She coaches people who want to work online and travel through her courses, workshops, and two YouTube channels. She also consults companies in adopting remote work policies. Kristin is a Top Writer on Quora and Medium who has been featured in Bloomberg Businessweek, ESPN, The New York Times, Huffpost, HGTV's House Hunters International, and more. ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in Kristin's Amazon Store Connect With Kristin on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group

Australian digital nomad, Jason Pizzino, gives his tips on health, fitness, intermittent fasting, traveling as a couple, and becoming financially independent through geo-arbitrage. This is a live podcast with Jason in Greece and Kristin in Florida. Jason talks about the food in Greece, his diet while traveling, how long he's been a digital nomad, how he stays in shape on the road, and what he eats in a typical day in Athens, Greece. Follow Jason on Instagram About Kristin: Kristin Wilson is an online entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and content creator who has lived and worked in 60+ countries. She coaches people who want to work online and travel through her courses, workshops, and two YouTube channels. She also consults companies in adopting remote work policies. Kristin is a Top Writer on Quora and Medium who has been featured in Bloomberg Businessweek, ESPN, The New York Times, Huffpost, HGTV's House Hunters International, and more. ........................................................................................................ Support the Podcast: NEW: Become a Patron and access exclusive content Shop for your travel and remote work accessories in my Amazon Store Connect With Me on Socials: Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Badass Digital Nomads Podcast Check Out DIGITAL NOMAD TV on YouTube Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group