Victoria Patenaude, a North American Voice and Communication Consultant, shares her insights on how to overcome communication fears, especially for native and non-native English speakers in a cross-cultural setting. We discuss the nervous system's role in communication, the challenges of American English, and practical strategies to reduce fear in high-stakes situations. Victoria also shares her proprietary auditory recalibration framework designed to improve language fluency. We explore techniques to build confidence, align voice with messaging, and address limiting beliefs. This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to improve their communication skills in a multicultural environment. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (01:50) Why Communication Skills Fail Under Pressure (03:36) Overcoming Fear in Public Speaking (06:00) The Role of Past Experiences in Communication (15:36) Framework for Improving Communication Skills (18:28) Silent Saboteurs that are Preventing You From Mastering English Language (25:56) Getting rid of the English Baggage (35:13) Losing and Relearning a Language (37:13) Cross-cultural Communication in Team Settings (41:54) Addressing Communication Challenges and Practical Exercise on Gabe (45:47) Expressive Writing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 🟪 Connect with Victoria Patenaude LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/accentography/ Website: https://accentography.com 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!

The System Behind Greatness & Overcoming Fear of Failure In this episode, I sit down with Darryll Stinson, co-founder of Seeding Greatness. Darryll shares his incredible story of overcoming multiple suicide attempts and a severe back injury that ended his promising career as an elite athlete. He discusses the importance of self-care systems, conscious mindset programming, and authenticity in personal growth. Darryll emphasizes how our deepest fear of greatness often hides behind insecurities. We also explore his methods for coaching others and developing consistent success while maintaining self-care. By sharing his life in chapters, Darryll shows us how to navigate from personal darkness to helping others shine. Join us as Darryll reveals his biggest life lessons and actionable steps to own your life. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (01:49) Early Life Struggles and Suicide Survival (03:59) Rebuilding and Finding Purpose (05:17) Overcoming Insecurities and Embracing Greatness (07:37) Dealing with Fears (10:01) Mindset, Skillset, and Self-Care Systems (18:59) Understanding and Leveraging a Self C.A.R.E. System (22:19) Deep Dive into Relationships with Food & Money (28:25) Insecurities and Their Impact (34:03) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101 (36:07) Final Thoughts and Challenge (37:02) Weekly Challenge 🟪 Connect with Darryll Stinson Website: https://darryllstinson.com/ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stinsonspeaks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stinsonspeaks/ 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!

In this episode of The Nomad Solopreneur Show, I chat with Olly Richards, who turned his passion for language learning into a $10 million business. Olly shares his journey from random careers to blogger and entrepreneur. He now runs multiple businesses and helps online entrepreneurs scale up using his Story Learning method. We discuss starting a business around your passion, building brands, and the importance of mentors. Olly also provides insights on investing and leveraging AI in business. Tune in to get inspired and learn practical steps from someone who made it big in the creator economy. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (02:00) Building a Business Around Your Passion (08:50) Developing and Validating the Story Learning Method (16:36) The Power of a Unique Lead Magnet (26:01) Monetizing Workshops (27:39) Exploring Community Options (32:36) The Importance of Mentorship (39:33) Investing in AI and Startups (43:03) The Future of AI in Consulting 🟪 Connect with Olly Richards Website (case study): https://ollyrichards.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTz3Np62RSDc8XneG9avrA Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrollyrichards LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ollyrichards/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/realollyrichards/ 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!

In this episode, I talk with Fred Cary, CEO of IdeasPros, about why new businesses fail and how to succeed as an entrepreneur. Fred shares his journey of launching multiple businesses and the multitude of lessons learned. We discuss the importance of positioning and online presence, the role of healthy competition, and how to truly understand and connect with your audience. Fred also provides valuable insights on the need for a strategic playbook, accessing funding, and transitioning from an entrepreneur to a leader. He emphasizes the significance of personal development, starting with a daily routine that nurtures body, mind, and spirit. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (01:12) The Importance of Social Media Presence (02:24) Pillars of Good Positioning (07:54) Understanding Your Ideal Client (10:52) The Critical Role of Timing (15:53) Embracing Failure and Evolving (17:00) Lifestyle Businesses vs. High-Growth Ventures (23:11) Standing Out in a Crowded Market (27:49) The Challenge of Standing Out in a Crowded Market (29:40) Mastering the Art of Sales Through Questions (31:45) The Perfect Pitch: Authenticity and Connection (37:36) Securing Funding for Tech Startups (41:33) The Entrepreneurial Life Cycle and Leadership Transition (46:51) Daily Habits for Entrepreneurial Success 🟪 Connect with Fred Cary Website: https://www.fredcary.com Business: https://www.ideapros.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialfredcary 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!

In this episode of The Nomad Solopreneur Show, I chat with Jeff Holman, founder of Intellectual Strategies. Jeff dives into the benefits of the fractional model, the importance of protecting your brand, and strategies for safeguarding intellectual property. He also shares how he’s transforming access to legal support for startups and scaling businesses. He introduces his pioneering concept of fractional legal teams, which provide expert legal advice without the expense of a full-time in-house team. With degrees in electrical engineering, law, and an MBA, Jeff's diverse background and 20 years of experience make his approach highly effective and versatile. Jeff emphasizes the need for layered protection and offers insights into navigating the complex landscape of intellectual property. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (02:37) The Fractional Legal Services (05:08) Understanding the Fractional Model (07:14) Benefits of Fractional Services (17:10) Navigating Intellectual Property for Businesses (20:51) Trademark Protection Explained (30:39) Understanding Common Law Rights and Trademark Registration (32:43) Trademark Registration vs. Common Law Rights (35:07) Protecting Your Unique Methodology (39:38) Trademark Protection in the Digital Age (46:35) Choosing a Distinctive Brand Name (54:48) Weekly Challenge 🟪 Connect with Jeff Holman Website: https://www.intellectualstrategies.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holman/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intellectualstrategies9742 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intellectualstrategies/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/61554259033445 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!

In this conversation with Brian Will, a best-selling author and business management expert, the spotlight is on sales mastery as the backbone of successful ventures. Brian shares why many struggle with sales and offers techniques to hone skills. He emphasizes the necessity of niching down in a crowded market and the four critical personalities for a thriving team. Listeners gain insights on sustainable business growth, the art of negotiation, and the pivotal role of self-reflection in entrepreneurship, making it a must-listen for solopreneurs.

In this episode of The Nomad Solopreneur Show, I sit down with Dan Demski, co-founder and CEO of Unbound Merino, a premium clothing brand. Dan shares his journey from struggling with heavy travel packing to creating Unbound Merino, which offers versatile and sustainable garments from Merino wool. Launched via a successful crowdfunding campaign, the brand now generates $40 million in global business. Dan discusses the importance of having passionate co-founders, the benefits of remote work, and strategies for scaling a business without external capital. He emphasizes the importance of making work fun and fulfilling and provides practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs to test and launch new product ideas successfully. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (02:08) The Birth of Unbound Merino (03:49) Crowdfunding Success (06:11) Building the Brand (10:38) The Power of Partnerships (14:46) From Crowdfunding to E-commerce (17:53) Scaling with Facebook Advertising (21:17) Sustaining Growth and Profitability (26:47) Building a Personal Brand: Challenges and Choices (29:41) The Importance of Fun in Work (30:54) Starting a Business with Limited Resources (34:33) Marketing Strategies and Experiments (41:30) Expanding Product Lines and Customer Feedback (44:23) Online Presence and Future Plans (45:08) Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 🟪 Connect with Dan Demski Unbound Merino Website: https://unboundmerino.com Unbound Merino Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unboundmerino/ Dan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dandemsky/ 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!

In this episode, I chat with Stacey Steinmiller, founder of Radical Evolution, where she combines her expertise as a trauma specialist with spiritual insights, about tackling the fear of failure and its roots in childhood. We dive into the power of asking for what you want and the importance of mentors who share their failures. I share a story about inviting my idol, Chris Do, to my podcast, demonstrating how facing fears can open doors. We discuss the value of play in both personal and professional life, and how flexibility enhances productivity. Journaling and movement are highlighted as tools for self-discovery and creativity. Join us as we explore embracing self-worth, living with purpose, and finding joy in life's opportunities. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (01:45) The Roots of Fear and Shame (04:31) The Impact of Childhood Experiences (06:51) Finding Mentors and Overcoming Fear (14:33) The Importance of Play and Fun (22:03) Flexibility and Routine in Daily Life (25:01) Exploring Trust and Self-Reflection (26:05) Recognizing and Addressing Depression (28:39) Embracing a Creative Lifestyle (36:10) Living Authentically and Financial Security (43:58) A Fun Challenge to Get Unstuck 🟪 Connect with Stacey Steinmiller https://www.radicallifecoach.com/ https://members.radicallifecoach.com/ https://radicalevolution.as.me/ https://www.instagram.com/theradicalevolution 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!

In this episode of The Nomad Solopreneur Show, I chat with Janis about his path from a 9-to-5 IT job to becoming a successful creator & visual artist. We explore the impact of having a messy brainstorming process, handling financial risks, and the role of authenticity in content creation. Janis and I also discuss navigating the challenges of inconsistent freelance income, leveraging audience growth, and the influence of AI on the industry. We highlight the importance of trust, personal connections in course creation, and living abroad as a bilingual content creator. Join us as we dive into Janis' journey and insights into building a sustainable career as a creator. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (02:04) The Journey to Consistency and Audience Growth (11:35) Quitting the 9-to-5 and Taking the Leap of Faith (17:53) Navigating the Creator Economy and AI's Impact (27:12) The Creative Process: Brainstorming and Visuals (31:14) Challenges and Rewards of Course Creation (36:49) Building a Personal Brand and Reputation (49:02) One Week Challenge to Become a Creator 🟪 Connect with Janis Ozolins Website: https://ozolinsjanis.com/ X: https://x.com/OzolinsJanis IG: https://instagram.com/jaozolins LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ozolinsjanis Explain Ideas Visually Course & Community: https://ozolinsjanis.com/course 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!

In this eye-opening episode, Erika Sipos - self-proclaimed "double agent" straddling corporate and nomadic realms - challenges us to rethink our ingrained patterns: Why your boss keeps being a jerk (hint: it's probably you) The sneaky way your childhood fried eggs dictate your adult life How AI might become your next boyfriend (and why that's hilariously concerning) The truth about "conscious" decisions (spoiler: only 15% of us actually make them) Erika's "tough love" challenge: Spend a week examining how you handle conflict and rejection. You might be surprised at what you uncover about yourself and your relationships. Quotable moment: "If you keep attracting a narcissist into your life, why? What are some of the things that you can do in the early stages?" Whether you're a digital nomad juggling freelance gigs or a corporate climber navigating office politics, Erika's insights on relationship dynamics will make you rethink every interaction. Connect with Erika on LinkedIn to dive deeper into the wild world of human behavior and maybe finally break that pattern of dating emotionally unavailable people. No judgment, we've all been there. 🟪 Timestamps (00:00) Trailer (01:04) Defining Identity Beyond Roles (04:16) The Shift in Career Dynamics (06:05) The Rise of the Unicorn Employee (12:51) AI's Impact on the Workforce (14:17) The Role of AI in Recruitment (26:14) Understanding Relationship Patterns (31:39) Breaking Free from Negative Patterns (50:17) Embracing Change and Awareness 🟪 Connect with Erika Sipos Jobs Portal: https://fridayjobs.eu/jobs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serika/ Personal website: https://www.i-profile.me/ 🟪 Connect with Gabe Marusca - https://www.gabemarusca.com/bio 🟪 Support the Show Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida!