Balancing Travel and Work Commitments

Ever walked away from a stable job with absolutely no plan, only to realize building a business might be harder than you thought? Nienke Nina talks with Daryl, a leadership and confidence coach for female leaders in male-dominated spaces, about the messy reality of finding your true business alignment. They dive deep into the 18-month struggle that led to his breakthrough, the outsourcing mistakes that taught him valuable lessons, and how connecting with his personal "why" finally created the clarity his business needed. If you've been stuck in the overwhelming noise of business advice and "secret sauces," this episode strips away the Instagram filter to show what the jo…

In this episode, we dive deep into what it means to create an aligned freedom business with Liz Cirelli, who has transformed her parents' dream property in southern Italy into a conscious co-living community focused on permaculture principles. Liz shares her journey from internationally acclaimed DJ and music producer to community builder, including the challenges of business partnerships, finding the right audience, and recognizing when you're truly in alignment with your purpose. This conversation explores how freedom is both an inner journey and an outer lifestyle, and why true freedom comes from alignment with your vision. Support the show 💛 💛 💛 RECOURSES & …

Ever started a "fun project" that accidentally turned into your dream business? (And then realized running it might be draining your soul?) Nienke Nina talks with Lavinia, founder of The Offsite - a travel experience business born from a single trip with friends that has now grown to 25 trips across four continents. They dive deep into the messy reality of building a freedom business while actually maintaining your freedom. If you've ever struggled with delegation, finding your own rhythm, or balancing your energy while pursuing big dreams, this episode strips away the Instagram filter to show what sustainable success really looks like. Support the show 💛 💛 💛 RECOUR…

Ever wondered what it's really like to transition from full-time employment to remote freelancing in a competitive digital field? Nienke Nina talks with Jake Madoff, a full stack growth marketer who made the leap to freelance during COVID and never looked back. They cut through the romanticized narratives of entrepreneurship to reveal the real challenges, surprising joys, and economic realities of building a sustainable remote career in digital marketing. If you've ever considered freelancing or been tempted by those "I made $10K in my first day" social media posts, this episode strips away the filters to show what sustainable success actually requires. Support the sh…

What happens when the freedom lifestyle you've built your entire identity around suddenly doesn't feel freeing anymore? In this raw and vulnerable episode, Nienke Nina shares her journey through an identity crisis after five years as a digital nomad, settling down, falling in love, and questioning everything she built her brand on. She dives deep into what creating true freedom really means beyond the Instagram highlights, and introduces a fresh vision for the podcast focused on freedom sensations and aligned expressions in business and life. Support the show 💛 💛 💛 RECOURSES & LINKS 💛 💛 💛 🥰 REVIEW THE PODCAST 🥰 and get instant access to Nienke Nina's Aligned F…

Have you always wanted to start your personal branding journey but don’t know where to start? Well, we got you covered in this episode! Nienke Nina reminisces about her interview with Marina, a passionate traveler and entrepreneur from Egypt who started her travel journey in 2015. Marina transitioned from freelancing in creative services to becoming a full-time digital nomad for the past two years. You will be reminded just how crucial it is to align with your personal brand. After taking a listen once again in this episode, you will also realize how relevant every bit of idea that Marina shared – personal branding strategies, business tips, and mindset shifts that have…

Does entrepreneurship really equal freedom? Or are you feeling slightly overwhelmed and do you have no clue how to find more freedom in your entrepreneur life? In this episode, Nienke Nina shared her journey of aligning your values, goals and capacity with your business so your business feels like freedom and not a cage. She also shared how to overcome daily common challenges and how to find more joy in entrepreneurship. Whether you're starting a side hustle, transitioning from corporate life to remote work, or refining your existing business, Nienke Nina has 5+ years of experience and shares practical tips to achieve alignment and fulfilment in whatever you do. Listen to…

With so many new digital nomad events and gathering popping up — finding the right digital nomad event can be hard. In this episode m, Nienke Nina talks about the different kinds of digital nomad events in 2024. She also shares how to choose the right ones to attend so you get the best return on investment. She takes you behind the scenes of a recent chat with a fellow nomad and shares the key considerations for selecting events, such as the type of event, location, and personal capacity. You will learn to balance the excitement of nomad gatherings with maintaining personal and professional well-being. With a bit of guidance, you can make the most of these exciting events…

In this episode of the Digital Nomads Daily Podcast, Nienke Nina interviews Alex Hernandez, a very inspiring entrepreneur and co-founder of Jobgether. Alex shares his journey of transitioning from a traditional job to a digital nomad lifestyle, living in Madrid while frequently traveling to cities like Lisbon and London. This conversation is about the realities of building a startup, the challenges of maintaining work-life balance, and the misconceptions about entrepreneurship and digital nomadism. Listeners will surely gain valuable lessons from the ins and outs of remote work and entrepreneurial life through Alex’s honest experiences and practical advice. 🔥 Building and…

In this episode of the Digital Nomads Daily Podcast, Nienke Nina chats with Piotr Ciepiel, widely known as The MiFit Coach. Our guest is a mindful nomadic entrepreneur and breathwork expert and shares his four-year journey of living a nomadic lifestyle. Many digital nomads practice breath work and in this episode, you get a deep dive of what this is about, how it works and how it can help you live a more fulfilled lifestyle – especially for nomadic entrepreneurs. We go deep into the details on how to calm the nervous system, break through personal barriers, heal your body, and boost your overall wellness. He also opened about his most groundbreaking experience that had le…

In this episode of the Digital Nomads Daily podcast, Nienke Nina interviews Anja, a digital nomad who shares her journey from a 12-year remote job to a nomadic lifestyle. Anja discusses her experience of running retreats for digital nomads, mainly in Italy. She talked about her experiences with co-living, managing her energy, and finding balance in a nomadic life. Listeners will also learn about the challenges and rewards of creating intentional communities, the importance of routines, and how to align personal passions with entrepreneurial pursuits as digital nomads. Tune in for insights, inspiration, and practical tips from an experienced digital nomad. 🔥 Running succes…

In this episode, Nienke Nina interviews digital nomad couple, Anastasia & Tomer, currently based in the north of Lisbon, Portugal, along with their adorable little girl. They share their inspiring journey of quitting their corporate jobs and transitioning into the nomadic lifestyle. In this episode they share how they founded their company and build a successful digital nomad life. They also announced their upcoming event, Travelpreneur Takeoff to learn about how to start your own passion & freedom business. It’s happening on June 6th, featuring some amazing speakers including your host Nienke Nina. Tune in to learn how they navigate their nomadic life, help other…

Host Nienke Nina chats with the spirited and experienced digital nomad, Sarah in this episode of the Digital Nomads Daily podcast. Born in Germany and having lived across multiple countries, Sarah shares her unique journey of balancing a fully remote role, travel and her goal to live a nomadic lifestyle. Discover how Sarah integrates her work commitments with her passion for travel and creating global connections. This episode reveals the reality of being a digital nomad in a fully remote job and gives practical advice for those looking to blend professional and personal fulfillment through travel without becoming a full time entrepreneur. 🔥 Balancing a fully remote job…

In this episode of the Digital Nomads Daily podcast, Nienke Nina talks about a topic she's personally experienced: the balance between doing mode and being mode in entrepreneurship. Drawing from her own journey of rebuilding her business and the conversations she's had with fellow nomadic entrepreneurs, she explores the importance of slowing down, embracing being mode, and giving yourself the gift of just being. 🔥Differences between "doing mode" and "being mode" 🔥Practical strategies for incorporating more "being" moments 🔥Setting realistic expectations and focusing on progress over perfection 🔥Connecting with a supportive community for motivation Support the show Does …

Have you ever felt pressured as a digital nomad? Well, here’s something for you! In this episode, Nienke Nina chats with digital nomad expert Maris Kohv, the CEO and founder of MINOMA. As a passionate advocate for slow living and personal growth, Maris shares her insights from 5 years of nomadding and hosting over 30 retreats. You will learn about the transformative power of slow living, creating authentic connections on the road, and what happened during the MINOMA Festival 2023. Get ready for a fun and inspiring conversation that will have you rethinking your approach to nomadic life! 🔥 How to embrace slow living as digital nomads 🔥 Importance of slow living as digita…

In this episode, Nienke and Hannah talked about the nitty-gritty of building a thriving freelance career, from getting started as a VA to setting those crucial client boundaries. They tackled challenges head-on and have shared valuable insights and actionable tips to help you conquer the digital nomad world! As a VA and Freelancer Coach, Recruiter, and the Founder of Digital Nomad Kit, Hannah's rocking multiple income streams while helping thousands of others reach their nomadic goals. With her expertise highly sought-after by major publications like Business Insider, Entrepreneur, and Forbes, she really is shaping the future of digital nomadism! 🔥 Actionable steps to sta…

Are you also working remotely and is this the ONLY way? In this eye-opening episode, Nienke Nina has a sit down with Liam Martin, an OG in the remote work world. He is the visionary CEO behind TimeDoctor and co-founder of Running Remote - the largest conference on remote work that attracts remote professionals, remote companies and digital nomads from all over the world. Diving into his 20-year journey of remote work and digital nomadism, Liam takes us behind the scenes of his life and shares how working remotely has been life-changing. Get ready to be inspired and learn how to navigate your digital nomad life in 2024 with expert insights and personal stories. 🔥 The …

We’re finally back from a short workation! In this episode, I'm giving a little life update and sharing personal anecdotes about slow-madding and the concept of workation. This episode is all about the benefits of taking a step back from constant nomading, finding more personal connections with your business, and creating new routines. You'll learn the importance of making genuine connections beyond business needs and discover an exercise that's been a game-changer for maintaining self-esteem. Join me for an insightful talk about redesigning your lifestyle for more freedom and fulfillment. 🔥 Redesigning your nomadic lifestyle 🔥 Slowing down after 5 years of digital nomad…

In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with a very good friend and returning guest, Han. She shares her nomadic journey and how she intentionally designs her life. Han and Nienke Nina explore the importance of reflecting on one's needs, creating space for new experiences, and designing a lifestyle that aligns with personal preferences. In this episode, you will learn about the value of community, both virtual and in-person, and the transformative power of nomadic living. From the importance of balance between focus time and relaxation, to demystifying common digital nomad misconceptions, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for both aspiring and cu…

In this episode of the Digital Nomads Daily Podcast, Nienke Nina talks about the importance of being mindful and purposeful in designing a nomad lifestyle that aligns with one's goals and needs. Nienke Nina shares personal anecdotes and insights, offering listeners relatable experiences and practical advice for the upcoming year. Tune in to this inspiring and insightful episode to gain valuable perspectives and practical tips for living a fulfilling digital nomad lifestyle. 🔥Finding your purpose and nurturing your well-being 🔥Designing a mindful digital nomad lifestyle 🔥Setting your boundaries for nomadic entrepreneurs Support the show Does your marketing feel messy?…

In this episode, Nienke Nina shares her experiences and insights from attending the Minoma Festival, a retreat focused on personal and professional growth for nomadic entrepreneurs. She highlights the importance of creating space and joining community events to connect with like-minded individuals and explore personal transformations. Nina also discusses the power of consuming content and emphasizes the value of community and co-creation in the digital nomad lifestyle. This episode will help you embrace your transformations, overcome limiting beliefs, and find balance between work and personal life. Tune in to gain inspiration and motivation to prioritize self-care, cre…

In this episode, Nienke Nina and returning guest, digital nomad Steve, have a delightful conversation about career, passions, and growth in the past year. Together, they explore a wide range of interesting topics, including the challenges that beginners face, the immense importance of joining supportive communities, and the common misconception about following one's passion. This lighthearted and insightful conversation dives into the thrill of navigating the journey of entrepreneurship, finding passion through curiosity, and making well-informed decisions when it comes to one's career choices. Get ready to gain priceless advice and unique perspectives on entrepreneurs…

In this episode, Nienke Nina shares her experiences and insights on the topic of slow travel vs fast travel for digital nomad entrepreneurs. She discusses the challenges and benefits of both approaches, including the pace of exploration, work-life balance, cost of living, cultural immersion, and carbon footprint. Tune in and join Nina as she emphasizes on the importance of self-reflection and prioritizing personal goals when deciding on a travel style. This episode is all about giving you valuable insights into balancing travel and entrepreneurship while maintaining fulfillment and satisfaction in your digital nomad lifestyle. 🔥Fast vs. slow travel for digital nomads…

In this episode, Nienke Nina shares her experience and insights on how outsourcing can boost growth and freedom in your business. She discusses the benefits of outsourcing, the key mindsets for successful outsourcing, and practical tips for getting started. Whether you're a freelancer or a business owner, you'll learn how to optimize your time, increase productivity, and create a more fulfilling work-life balance. Tune in to discover the secrets of successful outsourcing and start building your dream business with more freedom today. 🔥How to effectively outsource 🔥The power of outsourcing 🔥Taking calculated risks 🔥Investing in learning and growth 🔥The alue of time …

In this episode, Nienke Nina interviews Maaria, an experienced digital nomad and entrepreneur. They discuss various topics related to openness and living life on one's own terms. The conversation dives deep into relationships, community, and the challenges of designing a non-traditional lifestyle. Listeners will gain insights into the nomad community, finding like-minded individuals, and embracing authenticity. This episode encourages listeners to explore the digital nomad lifestyle and learn from the experiences of seasoned nomads. Tune in to gain a unique perspective on designing your own life and creating meaningful connections. 🔥Importance of experimentation and op…