Extra Pack of Peanuts Travel Podcast Travis Sherry: Behind the Scenes Look at How I Went From Teacher to Entrepreneur
Mar 11, 2025
01:12:17
I had the opportunity to tell my story, in full, on my friend Tanya Rooney's Tribe Builder podcast - and I thought the interview was so good I wanted to share it with you.
We discuss everything, from how and why I gave up a dream job in Brazil (with a paid apartment on Ipanema Beach) to the biggest limiting beliefs I've had and everything in between. If you want a behind the scenes look at my last 15 years - and where I think I'm going next - then have a listen! 00:00 Introduction to Freedom and Work 03:10 The Journey from Teaching to Entrepreneurship 05:54 Building a Remote Business and Location Independence 08:45 Creating the Adult Summer Camp Experience 12:00 Balancing Fun and Learning at Camp 14:55 Fostering a Judgment-Free Community 18:02 Navigating Challenges and Building Connections 24:53 The Importance of Listening and Understanding 27:54 Creating Safe Spaces for Personal Growth 28:40 Confronting Self-Limiting Beliefs 30:31 Facing Financial Fears and Commitments 34:24 The Power of Community Support 36:47 Letting Go of Control and Trusting Others 41:03 The Superpower of Connection and Curiosity 43:46 Embracing Uncertainty in Pursuing Goals 44:49 Building Community and Connection 45:54 Identifying Your Ideal Audience 46:47 The Quest for Fulfillment 48:53 Understanding Life Satisfaction 49:54 Financial Insights and Real Estate 56:23 Navigating Entrepreneurial Challenges 01:01:17 The Value of Teamwork in Entrepreneurship
We discuss everything, from how and why I gave up a dream job in Brazil (with a paid apartment on Ipanema Beach) to the biggest limiting beliefs I've had and everything in between. If you want a behind the scenes look at my last 15 years - and where I think I'm going next - then have a listen! 00:00 Introduction to Freedom and Work 03:10 The Journey from Teaching to Entrepreneurship 05:54 Building a Remote Business and Location Independence 08:45 Creating the Adult Summer Camp Experience 12:00 Balancing Fun and Learning at Camp 14:55 Fostering a Judgment-Free Community 18:02 Navigating Challenges and Building Connections 24:53 The Importance of Listening and Understanding 27:54 Creating Safe Spaces for Personal Growth 28:40 Confronting Self-Limiting Beliefs 30:31 Facing Financial Fears and Commitments 34:24 The Power of Community Support 36:47 Letting Go of Control and Trusting Others 41:03 The Superpower of Connection and Curiosity 43:46 Embracing Uncertainty in Pursuing Goals 44:49 Building Community and Connection 45:54 Identifying Your Ideal Audience 46:47 The Quest for Fulfillment 48:53 Understanding Life Satisfaction 49:54 Financial Insights and Real Estate 56:23 Navigating Entrepreneurial Challenges 01:01:17 The Value of Teamwork in Entrepreneurship