Authority in the Wild

Recently I got the chance to sit down with Nausheen. I Chen. A French-Pakistani public speaking coach and a 3-time TEDx speaker. She has coached CEOs and B2B founders of fast-growing companies to speak on the BBC, Forbes, TEDx, Bloomberg, Business Insider, TechCrunch, and more. She has helped execs at companies like IBM, Amazon, Walmart, and P&G to build their personal brands through speaking on camera and on stage. She has 15+ years of training, speaking and coaching experience - all the way from Fortune 50 giant Procter & Gamble to bootstrapping a communications strategy startup to $1 million in revenue. Nausheen is currently helping leaders to speak with high impact on stage and on camera. And in today's episode. She spilled the beans on how anyone can improve their speaking on camera or in person. She shares the exact exercises she does with her coaching clients. And shares with you a short challenge to apply right away. You don't want to miss this episode; public speaking is a skill that anyone should learn. Important Time Stamps (00:00) Trailer (03:14) From radio show host to Public Speaking Coach (08:27) Embracing change and becoming an agent of change (12:01) How to Beat the Imposter Syndrome (15:47) Three Exercises to Improve Speaking Skills & Overcome Fear (21:09) How to Make Your First Steps into Public Speaking (26:14) Resources to Help You Speak Better on Stage and on Camera (34:38) The 24h Challenge Connect with Nausheen LinkedIn: ⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/nausheenichen Instagram: instagram.com/nausheenichen YouTube: youtube.com/@nausheenichen TikTok: tiktok.com/@nausheenichen Nausheen Recommends Nano Tips to Prepare for Public Speaking with Nausheen I. Chen Speak as a Leader Podcast Support The Show⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Personal Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Work Website: digitalfinest.com LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Welcome to The Nomad Solopreneur Show! I'm your host, Gabe Marusca, joining you on your solopreneurship journey as you build, grow, and learn. Today we have with us Vaughan Broderick, who sold his business, backpacked 23 countries, got an MBA, and then launched into the world of design thinking and innovation. He aims to inspire people like you to think differently about life and business. Vaughan shared today with us the DUCTRI design thinking model created by Dr. Christian Walsh. A model that considers the resources and implementation phases critical to innovation. Important Time Stamps (00:39) From Printing Industry to Property Entrepreneurship (02:53) MBA Journey and Year-long Backpacking Adventure (06:03) Transition to Design Thinking and Coaching (10:46) Introduction to Design Thinking and its Core Mindsets and Principles (13:28) The Creating Phase of Design Thinking (21:03) Recommended resources for diving deeper into Design Thinking & Innovation (24:29) Where to connect with Vaughan and find his free design thinking resources Connect with Vaughan Website: vaughanbroderick.com LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/in/vaughanbroderick/⁠ Newsletter: vaughanbroderick.com/newsletter/ Free Executive Leadership Report: vaughanbroderick.com/leadership-report/ Vaughan Recommends ⁠Creative Confidence, a book by Tom & David Kelley The Futur program and community, by Chris Do Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works, a book by Roger L. Martin and A.G. Lafley Support The Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Welcome to The Nomad Solopreneur show! I'm your host, Gabe Marusca, joining you on your solopreneurship journey as you learn, build, and grow. Today, I had the pleasure of sharing Leighton Dewitt story. A life coach and podcast host at Mindful Escape on a mission to empower individuals to break free from the shackles of routines, discover their true purpose, and live a life filled with passion, authenticity, and joy. Through the transformative power of personal stories, coaching, meditation, and mindfulness, he guides and inspires others to cultivate self-awareness, inner piece, and personal growth. Topics we delve deep into today's episode, and we'll challenge you to redefine success and create your own world where you can escape the ordinary and unlock your fullest potential. Tune in to discover how Leighton's unique journey can inspire you to live authentically. Important Time Stamps (01:58) -  How did the Mindful Escape movement come to life (07:49) - How to take control of your life (11:10) - Benefits of incorporating mediation into your routine (13:48) - Habit stacking and tips on slowing down (16:11) - The Importance of Mindfulness of being in balance with yourself (20:56) - The life-changing effect an unexpected event can have on your life (25:02) - Recommended Resources (28:08) - The 24h Challenge Connect with Leighton Mindful Escape Podcast: youtube.com/@Mindfulescape222⁠ Instagram: instagram.com/leightondewitt/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/leighton-dewitt-1011811b/ Leighton Recommends The Chimp Paradox, by Professor Steve Peters Mindful Escape Podcast, hosted by Leighton Dewitt Support The Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Welcome to The Nomad Solopreneur show I'm your host, Gabe Marusca, joining you on your solopreneurship journey as you learn, build and grow. Today we are talking with Katarina Koik, who turn her 15 years of corporate experience into a transformative journey for professionals and entrepreneurs worldwide. From leading high-stakes projects in the bank industry to building a peak performance mastery methodology, Katarina is helping individuals unlock their full potential and catapult to the next level of success. Despite managing her business, Katarina balances a bustling household as a proud mom of a daughter, twin boys, and a canine companion. She's able to do all that thanks to achieving peak performance to productivity. In this riveting episode, we dive deep with Katarina, who transitioned from leading high-stakes bank projects to mastering peak performance in productivity. Katarina shares her personal journey, detailing how she manages her bustling household, including being a proud mom to three kids, while simultaneously achieving her business objectives. She breaks down common myths about productivity, emphasizing that it's not just about time management. Discover the real cost of multitasking and the importance of creating space for creativity. Katarina also highlights the dangers of miscommunication and its impact on performance. The episode is packed with resources and actionable insights, culminating in a 24-hour challenge that pushes listeners to introspect and take that crucial first step. Much like Katarina's journey, it's about transformation, efficiency, and finding one's true potential. Tune in for an episode that promises to challenge your beliefs and elevate your productivity game! Important Time Stamps (06:39) - From Corporate Leader to Business Owner (14:49) - 1st Productivity Myth - Productivity is about Time Management (17:26) - 2nd Productivity Myth - More working hours, greater output (20:08) - 3rd Productivity Myth - Increasing Productivity with To-Do Lists (22:21) - 4th Productivity Myth - Multitasking Improves Productivity (24:30) - 5th Productivity Myth - If you use all your energy, you're more productive (26:58) - 3 Resources to Boost Your Productivity (31:34) - How to Connect with Katarina Koik (31:53) - 24h Challenge - Finding your Why & Achieving Your Goal Connect with Katarina Website: aturpeak.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/katarina-koik Recommended Resources Start With Why, by Simon Sinek Atomic Habits, by James Clear The top 3 communication mistakes - aturpeak.com Support The Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Welcome back to The Nomad Solopreneur Show In today's episode, we dive into the world of sustainable digital nomadism with our guest, Franziska Sophia Harrer. Franzi is a creative consultant, copywriter, and multi-passionate solopreneur who is on a mission to promote sustainable travel and living. Join us as we explore Franzi's journey of living as a digital nomad while prioritizing sustainability, supporting local communities, and making a positive impact on the environment. We discuss the importance of responsible travel, engaging in sustainable activities, and choosing destinations that support indigenous communities. Franzi also shares valuable insights on being a freelancer, finding clients, and pursuing your passions. So grab your reusable water bottle, sit back, and prepare for an inspiring conversation on sustainable digital nomadism on The Nomad Solopreneur Show! Important Time Stamps: (07:28) Embracing the Digital Nomad Community and Sustainable Traveling Methods (12:14) Integrating Travel with Local Communities (16:47) Tips for Sustainable Living and Traveling (25:00) Supporting Existing Organizations for Environmental Change (27:48) Overcoming limiting beliefs and taking action (30:08) Using the Ikigai method to find your true passion (33:15) Creating your own support network (35:06) Acknowledging wins and the power of accountability (37:19) Building your own opportunities and networking for success Connect with Franzi Website: franziskasophiaharrer.com⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/franziska-harrer-a7bba3204/ Support The Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Today we have on the show Florian Kaspar, a polyglot who built a multilingual career in the corporate world in HR before becoming a digital nomad. He turned his language learning knowledge into a thriving coaching business by embracing the principles of transformative coaching and by heavily niching down. Get ready to dive deep into the world of language learning and the nomad lifestyle. Florian shares his insights on the importance of community among digital nomads and sheds light on the value of networking, learning from others, and organizing events to enhance the digital nomad experience. But that's not all! Florian also takes us on his journey as a language coach, revealing how he found his ideal client profile and adjusted his approach over time. Florian offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for all language enthusiasts. Prepare for a fascinating conversation packed with valuable advice and stories from Florian Kaspar. Important Time Stamps: (02:47) - Unconventional Language Learning (05:29) - Overcoming Challenges in Traditional Language Courses (14:26) - The Power of Extensive Input (17:46) - From Polyglot Gatherings to Personal Coaching (23:14) - Success Stories: Empowering Motivated, Advanced German Learners (30:49) - Conscious Feedback Meets Smart Exposure (36:35) - An Insight into Working on Different Time Zones (39:45) - The Importance of Community as a Digital Nomad (46:42) - Measuring Learning Language Progress Connect with Florian Website: floriankaspar.com⁠ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/florian-kaspar-0112a51ab⁠ Instagram: instagram.com/deutsch.coach.flo⁠ Support The Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Welcome to The Nomad Solopreneur Show; I'm your host, Gabe Marusca, and in today's episode, we have an inspiring guest joining us: Muhammed Alard. A digital nomad and content creator who has defied limitations and created a lifestyle that allows him to travel the world while making a living. From finding opportunities through networking to leveraging social media algorithms, Muhammed has discovered the secrets to building a thriving digital nomad community. But his journey to this point hasn't been without challenges, as he shares his experiences as a Syrian migrant and the obstacles he's faced along the way. Join us as Muhammed takes us through his incredible journey of transformation, resilience, and building a thriving life against the odds. Important Topics (03:53) Learning to adapt after leaving war-torn Syria. (09:22) The relief of new citizenship, fulfilling dreams. (13:13) Digital nomading with a small child. (20:29) Travel enthusiast turned content creator and video editor. (29:12) Myths about the Digital nomad lifestyle. (33:30) Simple steps for creating and editing content. (37:48) The importance of networking in changing mindset. Connect with Muhammed Website: alardproduction.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alard0 Instagram: instagram.com/alard0/ YouTube: youtube.com/@MUHAMMEDALARD Support The Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Nomad Solopreneur Show. This time, we're joined by Nat Berman, an experienced solopreneur and a veritable font of wisdom when it comes to forging a distinct identity and credibility in this space. He believes in the power of simplicity, advising us to focus on two or three core themes in life and business. Nat puts a spotlight on the importance of maintaining both physical and mental health. He further discusses the fast-paced digital landscape, emphasizing the need for diversifying traffic sources and broaches the topic of AI, admitting its potential but insisting on the enduring value of human creativity and authenticity. Join us as we dive deep into the journey of Nat, with his unique blend of family-driven motivation and a natural leaning towards coaching and speaking, invites us into his world of solopreneurship, personal branding, and the pursuit of success. Important Time Stamps (08:26) Building a Portfolio Without Burning Out Nat shares insights on managing productivity and preventing burnout while maintaining a vast portfolio of websites. (11:28) Deep Work and Productivity The dialogue emphasizes the importance of focus and deep work, discussing work hours and maintaining productivity. (19:59) Choosing Your Impact Nat details his approach to identifying and impacting his target audience, sharing how this choice influenced his transition to coaching. (27:00) Monetizing Your Audience Nat talks about the importance of building an owned audience from the get-go and his strategy for monetizing that audience. (30:58) Embracing Startup Mindset A closer look at Nat's approach to work hours and his transition back into a "startup mode" mentality. (34:12) Listening to Your Limits An important conversation about recognizing burnout and the value of rest and recharging, even in a driven entrepreneurial lifestyle. (41:00) From Business to Coaching A comprehensive discussion on how individuals with business experience can transition into coaching, leveraging their experience to help others. Connect with Nat Website: natberman.com Free Newsletter: natberman.com/newsletter Free 30 Days Productivity Challenge: uncoached.teachable.com/p/free-up-your-life LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nathanielberman/ Twitter: twitter.com/natberman79 Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@uncoached Support The Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Join us on an emotional episode of The Nomad Solopreneur Show. I'm joined by the one and only Geraldine Spurway, a spiritual solopreneur who turned a history of struggle into a beacon of inspiration. Geraldine Spurway is a business mentor, spiritual teacher and energy healer. She is the founder of the Spur Way, an innovative approach to business coaching where she empowers her clients to reconnect with their true self, unleash their potential and crystallize their vision. Through deeply personal revelations, Geraldine demonstrates how resilience and inner strength can overcome even the darkest moments. Dive into profound discussions on spirituality, intuition, and perception, challenging the norm of material success. Unearth the power of intuition, find serenity in simplicity, and witness how a strong support network could catalyze transformation. Geraldine unveils the importance of a healthy mindset, employing meditation and mindfulness to maintain optimal energy. Discover the vitality of connections, not only digital but also the overlooked strength of offline relationships, especially during solitude. Engage with Geraldine’s innovative client approach, integrating spiritual elements into strategy and personal branding, and see how she broke barriers in the corporate world. What we've covered: (03:54) The challenging experience of moving to a new country From the language barrier to navigating the labyrinth of isolation, Geraldine unveils their tale of friendship born from MeetUp, a transforming perception of London, and her journey to calling this city 'home'. (11:28) The unseen face of success During the pandemic, Geraldine's healing services gained popularity, leading to financial success, but burnout struck. She ultimately prioritizes freedom over money and commits to the long game. (22:28) How spirituality can bring happiness and intuition Geraldine discusses the importance of finding happiness from within, practicing intuition, and connecting with our spirituality.  (31:55) Gabe gets emotional and seeks spiritual understanding I get emotional and start discussing my personal experiences with absorbing energies from others and alternative healing. (38:18) The wake-up call that led to a fulfilling career Geraldine opens up about her spiritual wake-up call, her job as a mentor, and how she uses feelings and inner voices to help people succeed in their journey and work by making life-changing choices. (44:38) How Geraldine's psychic grandmother led to a spiritual path Geraldine's psychic grandmother's passing led her to pursue psychic abilities and help others, despite societal judgment. (47:26) What do meditation, cold showering, journaling, and mantra practice have in common A simple to follow daily self-care routine. Connect with Geraldine Website: thespurway.com Solar Chakra Activation: thespurway.com/solar-chakra-activation LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gespurway Instagram: instagram.com/geraldinespurway Facebook: facebook.com/geraldine.spurway Support the Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur

Get ready for a thrilling episode of The Nomad Solopreneur Show. Today I share the story of a travel writer called Paul McDougal, who has been digital-nomading for nearly 7 years. He likes laughing, finding new places to hike and cycle, and having absolutely no idea what's going on. One of the funniest and not-boring people I know, Paul shares his journey from accidental nomadism to intentional exploration. He reveals how he balances work, play, and cultural immersion, living in a new city every six to twelve months. Paul's candid insights into the challenges of nomadic life are a must-hear. But don't worry; it's not all serious. Paul's got a treasure trove of hilarious travel tales, including a memorable hitchhiking adventure. So, if you've ever wondered what it's like to break free from the norm and live life on the road, this episode is for you. Oh, I almost forgot. Did I tell you he's an amazing writer? Paul shares awesome tips on how not to write boring copy and shares 2 uncommon sources of finding clients as a writer among other freelancing trips and a cool challenge for you! Ok, ok, will share those 2 sources below. What we covered: (05:55) Embracing Adventures Within Routine: Discover Paul's strategy for balancing work, exploration, and downtime, ensuring the thrill of adventure every weekend. (18:24) How to Find Clients as a Writer: Paul shares 2 uncommon writing job boards, an underutilized resource that can revolutionize your client hunt. (25:08) The Power of the Portfolio: Discover the importance of a robust writing portfolio and how crafting one from scratch can make you a more attractive prospect for potential clients. (32:57) The Biggest Myth About Writing: Learned what Paul thinks is the biggest myth about writing and why breaking the rules it's not a bad thing. (37:06) Being a Digital Nomad: Tips, Tricks and Places: Paul dives into why he wrote a book about digital nomadism and why you should care. (40:25) The Biggest Challenges and Myths about Digital Nomadism: Paul's candid insights into the challenges of nomadic life are a must-hear. (47:33)  A hitchhiking story: Paul's story on exploring Georgia (the country) with an unexpected guide. (49:17)  The 24h Challenge: Paul's challenge to you is around hitchhiking. This is NOT for everyone! Connect with Paul LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paul-mcdougal/ Being a Digital Nomad: Tips, Tricks and Places: paulsmcdougal.gumroad.com/l/digitalnomadbook Where to find great clients as a writer reddit.com/r/HireaWriter/ patreon.com/writejobsplus Support the Show Review the show on ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ Review the show on ⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ Follow the show: ⁠⁠gabe.li/podcast⁠⁠ Consider donating: ⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca⁠⁠ Connect with Gabe Website: ⁠⁠gabemarusca.com⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠twitter.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠instagram.com/GabeMarusca⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠tiktok.com/@gabemarusca⁠⁠ Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur