Balancing Travel and Work Commitments

How to create a remote-friendly company and lead digital nomads? In this week's episode, we answer these questions with entrepreneur and startup founder Jürgen Pretsch. He has been nomadding for over six years and has experience leading teams remotely. He is launching his new startup Shap and his entire team is working remotely. We go deep into leadership skills for remote organizations, build trust and talk about how leaders and employees can deal with micro-management. Jürgen sees the remote lifestyle as a mindset. It requires a lot of trial and error to be successful in your personal and work life, so experimenting and having conversations with your people are key. …

Remote work and travel go hand in hand in the digital nomad lifestyle. People from different parts of the world are working together and companies seek talents from various corners of the world. Remote work isn’t just for the travel folks as it opens up the world for many people. We invited Lorraine, the co-founder of Na’amal, and she is specialized in remote work for refugees. It’s an eye-opening conversation sharing a new perspective on how remote work enables minority groups in this day and age where the workforce is becoming more digital. It also shows how business owners and organizations can play into it and that’s why we at Digital Nomads Daily wanted to bring you …

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 …

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…

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…

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…

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 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?…

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…

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 discusses how to choose a marketing strategy that won't leave you feeling burnt out. She shares personal experiences and insights on building authentic and effective marketing campaigns that align with your personality, lifestyle, and business goals. Learn about the importance of focusing on quality over quantity, identifying the right platforms for their audience, and finding a marketing approach that feels natural and sustainable! Tune in to gain valuable marketing tips and how to boost your freedom lifestyle from Nienke Nina herself! 🔥How to choose the right marketing strategy 🔥Where to focus your marketing efforts on 🔥How to identify th…

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 …

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 podcast episode, Nienke Nina interviews Matt Young, a seasoned digital nomad and event planning genius. They discuss Matt's journey as a digital nomad, from managing co-living spaces in Thailand to starting his own company focused on company retreats. They touch on the importance of intentional partnerships, the challenges of running a business while living a nomadic lifestyle, and the benefits of building strong remote teams. This episode provides valuable insights into the digital nomad lifestyle, tune in to get a glimpse into the opportunities and challenges of working and living on your own terms. 🔥Why retreats have been the best thing for many digital noma…

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, 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…

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…

How to build an online business that operates from anywhere? And how do you stay balanced and while becoming a successful entrepreneur? Digital nomad Jeanna is a female entrepreneur sharing her story about building her business to live her dream life. She gives a sneak peek behind the scenes of her travel and remote entrepreneur life. We talk about how she intentionally designed her lifestyle and adapted some of the mindsets to become fully location-independent. It took her a while to learn her own workstyle to work remotely successfully and Jeanna shares her routine and what works for her. Listen to this episode to learn how successful entrepreneur Jeanna lives her dig…

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…

Dating while being a Digital Nomad includes breaking hearts, confused emotions, a lot of communication, honesty, and obviously Google Translator; at least for our guest Jordan. He has been nomadding since 2018 and has joined us on our podcast to share some of his most challenging dating stories since becoming a Digital Nomad. From tough breakups to slicing his hand on the first date and to not being able to speak the same language. Check out the show notes via www.digitalnomadsdaily.com/podcast Want to learn more about the digital nomad lifestyle? Get a copy of our book Digital Nomads With Confidence via book.digitalnomadsdaily.com Follow us on Instagram @digitalnomads…

In this solo episode, we are going behind the scenes with your digital nomad host, Nienke Nina, as she shares her recent travel experiences and the feelings of gratitude she encountered along the way. She reflects on the importance of friendships, both within the digital nomad community and with those back home. Stay tuned to hear more about the value of connecting with other entrepreneurs and the insights she gained from recent encounters. Through storytelling and personal experiences, this episode will inspire you to embrace the digital nomad lifestyle and seek meaningful connections while living life on your own terms. Support the show Does your marketing feel mess…

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…

We are celebrating episode number 100 of the Digital Nomads Daily podcast! As you know, we only talk about the daily real-life stuff happening in the travel and work from anywhere lifestyle. In this episode Nienke Nina opens up about her recent breakup and how the digital nomad community has helped her getting through this. From joining the largest conference about remote work, to co-living with digital nomads in Spain to online support – Nienke Nina shares the impact of community when things aren’t going as planned. Tune in for an inspirational episode with tips and behind-the-scenes stories about the digital nomad lifestyle. This episode also includes many tips about ho…

Traveling and working online with your spouse – It sounds like a dream for many couples! The reality is that being together 24/7 isn’t that easy. We interviewed Anat & Orr, a Digital Nomad Couple from Israel who started their digital nomad journey journal in Thailand. In this episode we talk about how to create me-time, build community and find the next nomad destination together as a Happy Digital Nomad Couple. Check out the show notes via www.digitalnomadsdaily.com/podcast Want to learn more about the digital nomad lifestyle? Get a copy of our book Digital Nomads With Confidence via book.digitalnomadsdaily.com Follow us on Instagram @digitalnomadsdaily Support t…

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…