Digital Nomad Business Opportunities

"Happiness isn't a state, it's doing things. What do you really like doing? Build a lifestyle where you can do more of that." The goal for many digital nomads is to earn passive income while lying on a beach, sipping mojito's. But is that really what makes you happy? In this episode, Graham Brown and I talk about how to do more of what makes you happy, the value of multiple income streams, and how Graham picks his home base according to the goals he has. This is honestly one of my favorite interviews on the podcast so far, make sure you don't miss it - hit that play button! Connect with Graham: grahamdbrown.comConnect with Anne: Leave a review or voice message at dig…

Life can change fast when you're a digital nomad! Last year, Kat came on the podcast to talk about her life in Da Nang (Vietnam) and her business, A Way Abroad. Now, she lives in Albania with her husband and dog, and works at her new fully-remote job. In this episode, Kat tells us what she's done in the past year and how she found her new role as a Marketing Manager for a US based company. We also talk about how she manages to work full time and run her business. Oh yeah, and travel! The episode Kat and I recorded together last year: Kat's Way Abroad As A Serial Expat In 4 Continents Connect with Kat: @a_kat_abroad on instagram@a_wayabroad on instagramfindawayabroad.co…

The digital nomad industry is growing (and changing) FAST! That's awesome, but it's not all fun and games. All these people, taking allll these flights is not great for the planet. In this episode, Liam Martin and I talk about the good and the bad of the rapidly growing digital nomad lifestyle. How can we make sure we can keep enjoying it for a long time? We don't have the answer, but there's definitely some food for thought in this episode. Resources mentioned: Portable Professional on YoutubeConnect with Liam: Check out the Running Remote conferenceRunning Remote on YoutubeLiam's book: "Running Remote: Master the Lessons from the World’s Most Successful Remote-Work Pi…

Another episode about dating as digital nomads! I think we can never learn enough about this topic, because I know a lot of nomads are looking for their longterm travel partner. In this episode, location independent psychologist Theresa Feulner joins us to talk about all things dating. I also spill the tea on how I met my boyfriend and how we started dating in Thailand. Resources mentioned: Nomad Soulmates & my interview with one of the founders: Dating As A Digital Nomad: The Mindset Shift You Need To MakeFairytrail & my interview with the founder: Dating for digital nomads just got a lot easier with FairytrailConnect with Theresa: Website: https://theresafeuln…

What to do after you built and sold your business? Well, Adam Rosen started building a remote business, so he can now travel the world. In this episode, we talk about what he has learned from his previous business, cold email outreach, working with a remote team, and of course ✨travel✨. Connect with Adam: @adamirosen on instagramCheck out eocworks.com for cold email outreachListen to The Rise: with Skrizz & Adam podcastConnect with Anne: Leave a review or voice message at digitalnomadstories.coOn instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast BabesPs. We made it to Feedspot's Top 20 Digital Nomad Podcasts! Woohoo!

In the past 8 years, Christa has lived a lot of different digital nomad lifestyles. Her plan was to become an English teacher in Thailand, but she actually ended up landing a digital marketing job in Bangkok. After that experience living abroad, she has been traveling the world while working remotely. Last year, she made the switch to starting her own business as a digital nomad coach. I loved hearing how Christa got the place she is now; living in Bali with her dog, running her business, and lots of travels planned. I've been following Christa on instagram for years, and it's good to hear a bit more of the behind-the-scenes of her beautiful travel content. Resources …

Finding out how to make money while traveling the world is not easy. Where to start? There are SO many options. Wanda Duncan went through the process of figuring out how to make the digital nomad life possible for her, and she shares some truth bombs in this episode. She ended up creating Black Women Travl - a community and podcast for black travelers. I love how honest Wanda was in this interview, she really showed us the real digital nomad life. Hit play to let her story inspire you ✨ Connect with Wanda: blackwomentravl.compodcast.blackwomentravl.com@bwtpod on Instagram@bwtpod on Twitter@blackwomentravl on FacebookConnect with Anne: Leave a review or voice message …

Is digital nomad life only possible when you're single and don't have kids? No ma'am, it is not. In this episode, I invited Marcos Cavalho to talk about Boundless Life. Boundless Life makes it possible to travel the world with your kids, without having to compromise on education. When you travel with your kid(s) to a Boundless Life location, they will get the opportunity to work on 'quests' that are based on the UN sustainability goals, while also experiencing a new culture. I think I was born a few decades too early... Find out more: www.boundless.life@boundlesslife on instagramBoundless Life on LinkedIn@myboundlesslife on Facebook@boundlesslife on TwitterConnect wit…

You've probably heard it before: you are not your business. Your business is a tool to live the life you want to live (for example as a digital nomad!). For this episode, I asked Ella Cook back on the pod. We already recorded 2 episodes together last year. One about Going Through Hardships And Making Sacrifices To Becoming A Location Independent Entrepreneur and another one about Building A Highly Successful Business. At the end of this second episode, we left with an open question: what's next? In this brand new interview, Ella tells us what she's been up to in the past few months. How she has become a better leader through her hobbies, how she scaled her business in…

Casey Hogan lives my dream life! She lives full time in her van, with her dog, traveling around the United States. In this episode, we talk about the transition she's making from her remote job to become a content creator. We also talk about the logistics of living and working in a van. Ps. the content creator class Casey mentioned is by Sidewalker Daily. Do you want to learn more about van life? I think you'll enjoy this episode I recorded with Sonia: How Sonia Went From Solopreneur To Agency Owner From Her Van In Australia. Connect with Casey: @towingwildoats on instagram@towingwildoats on TikToktowingwildoats.com Connect with Anne: Leave a review or voice message a…

I'm in a phase in my business where I'm focusing on building a super solid remote team. And I can tell you; it has not been easy. It has been fun though. Andy Cabasso, founder of Postaga, will tell us exactly how he built his remote team. We talk about hiring, onboarding, project management software, team management. Alllll the nerdy, but interesting, stuff 🤓 The episode is a bit more business-y than usual, so let me know what you think! Send me a DM @digitalnomadstoriespodcast if you want to hear more of these episodes on the pod. Connect with Andy Use "PODCAST50" at Postaga.comGrow Together SEO (FB group)Connect with Anne: Leave a review or voice message at digitalno…

Do you ever feel like you don't have enough energy to explore new locations, travel, and also work online? Meet our new sponsor Greenfilled! In this episode, Greenfilled's founder Carlos Unamunzaga explains exactly how Greenfilled's energy supplement can support your travel-filled digital nomad lifestyle. *This is a sponsored episode. For more information about Greenfilled, visit greenfilled.com.

After working remotely for several years as a freelancer and remote worker, and having kids, it was time for Daphnée to settle down for a bit. She chose Berlin as her home base and focused on spending time with her family and launching her consultancy business: Modern Leaders. After living in Berlin for a few years, it was time for Daphnée and her family to escape winter. They went to South Africa and restarted their digital nomad life. In this episode, Daphnée and I chat about the value of a stable income, being a broke freelancer, choosing for a remote 9-5, the benefits of having a home base, and much more! Resources mentioned: greenschoolsa.co.zaConnect with Daphnée…

After going on an epic solo surf trip, Timmy started building his own surf boards. He started a business to sell the boards he builds, outsourced part of the building process, and grew the brand to be well-known in the surf space. This episode is not only about surfing, we also talk about starting a business, getting a remote 9-5 as an entrepreneur, the value of letting your business grow organically, and travel of course. Connect with Timmy: @arc_surfboards on instagramwww.arcsurfboards.com@timmy_smyth on instagramConnect with Anne: Leave a review or voice message at digitalnomadstories.coOn instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast Babes

I met Chelsea Turgeon 2 years ago (!) in Da Nang, Vietnam. Since then, we've grown sooooo much as business owners, travelers and people. In this episode, we talk about what changed in our lives since being baby-business owners in Da Nang, where Chelsea traveled to and how she niched down her business. I will also give you an idea of what I have planned before I leave Europe again to go nomadic in October. Connect with Chelsea: @coachchelsmd on instagramLife After Medicine podcast#ByeBurnout Starter KitConnect with Anne: On instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast Babes

Sami has been living in beautiful Thailand for the past 5 years, and has been through several career pivots in this time. In this episode, she tells us how she went from being a teacher, to building a freelance writing career, to becoming a coach. We talk about finding purpose, how to get your first client, and the value of a morning routine when you travel a lot. Connect with Sami: @samireedcleaver on instagramcoachwithsami.comConnect with Anne: On instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast Babes

What to do when you've been living in beautiful, sunny Australia for 3 years, and all of a sudden you have to go home? That's what happened to Veerle, and it was NOT easy. In this episode, she shares some super valuable tips on what to expect when you move abroad, but also what to think of when you're moving back home after a long time. Connect with Veerle: @unpackbyveer on instagramunpackbyveer.com Connect with Anne: On instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast Babes

Michael Lavers used to be a very shy person. Now, he goes on solo trips around the world and even has his own podcast. What changed? He used travel to change his life and gain confidence. I loved hearing Michael's story, I think it's so cool how travel literally changed his life. Don't miss this episode, he also gives some really good language learning tips! Connect with Michael: ewmichael.comspeakmorelanguages.comLevel Up English podcastConnect with Anne: On instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast Babes

After 10 years of living in Nicaragua, Chapin was home for only 9 months before he left for Thailand to start his digital nomad journey. Now, 6+ years in and he's still trying to figure out what business idea works for him and his lifestyle. I think this episode might be the most important one on the podcast so far, because Chapin is so real and open about his digital nomad journey. It's usually not the first business idea that works for us to become digital nomads, and it might actually take a while to figure out what does. Listen to this episode to hear Chapin's experience in figuring it out. Resources mentioned: Dynamite CirleEpisode with Björn: Adventure Travel And …

Björn Palsson has been traveling fulltime for 12 years! For most of this time, he funded his travels by working local jobs around the world, saving most of his income, and then travel until he was broke. I HAD to ask Björn for tips on how to find all these local jobs, because I was not successful when I tried this strategy in 2018. After years of travel and going off the beaten path, Björn started his adventure travel company Crazy Puffin Adventure. They take small groups of travellers on truly adventurous trips. Get ready for lots of travel inspiration, my bucketlist is longer than ever after recording this episode. Connect with Björn: www.crazypuffinadventures.com@c…

Chelsea Riffe was in Australia when the pandemic started and she lost her job in a restaurant. She turned this stressful event around by using all the free time she had when she worked as a nanny to her advantage, to start her own business! After starting and building her business in hostels in Australia, Chelsea also took her business to Germany and on a big trip around Europe. In this episode, she tells us everything about her experiences while traveling with her biz. She has some really good tips for everyone who's thinking to take their business on the road soon. Connect with Chelsea: 💻 chelseariffe.com📸 IG: @chelseariffe + @nonexpertopinionpod📥 hello@inmynonexpert…

Remember Sonia? She was on the podcast 6 months ago to talk about how she started her brand and web design business in Australia. She's back on the show to talk about all the changes she has made in her business and her life. Spoiler: she lives fulltime in her van again. You can listen to our last interview here: Running A Graphic Design Business From A Van In Australia Connect with Sonia: @wildlycreating on instagram@wildlysonia on instagramwildlycreating.comConnect with Anne: On instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast Babes

Steve Tsentserensky lived the feast or famine freelance trap in the US before the pandemic started. When he found himself sleeping on his sister's couch with no new freelance prospect in sight, he knew something had to change. He then went all in on starting a brand new freelance career as a copywriter on Upwork. After a few months, he could live off his copywriting gigs and moved to Zagreb, Croatia. Resources mentioned: Facebook Group: Digital Nomad Entrepreneurs & freelancersFreelance To WinConnect with Steve: @finally.made.it on instagramConnect with Anne: On instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast BabesPs. use "DIGITALNOMADSTORIES" …

One of the most annoying things about going nomadic is finding out what to do with your mail. There are a few services out there that will scan your mail for you, so you can access them digitally, but they're not very secure. Dallas had to find a solution to this problem when he went to Portugal to live and work from Lisbon. He started Privacy Post. In this episode, Dallas will tell us all about why he decided to move abroad, what he loves about Lisbon and how he started his company. Connect with Dallas: Visit privacypost.io Connect with Anne: On instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast Babes

Is it just me or is it super interesting to hear about other people's dating life? In this episode, the amazing Felly Day tells us everything about how she started her digital nomad life as a VA, scaled quickly to an agency, moved to Mexico, AND her current search for a nomad husband. Definitely listen to this episode if you're looking for your first freelance client, because Felly honestly shared the best tip ever. I wish I knew this when I started my business 2+ years ago. Connect with Felly: On instagramOn her websiteConnect with Anne: On instagram @annes_nomadstoryLearn more about my business: The Podcast BabesPs. use "DIGITALNOMADSTORIES" for 15% off at riseremo…