The number of people who have been forcibly displaced continues to increase alarmingly; as of mid 2022, the UNHCR has reported that for the first time on record, the number of forcibly displaced people worldwide has surpassed 100 million. This is a staggering figure in itself, but another tragedy of the enormity of this number is that it often overshadows the fact that every one of those 100+ million is a distinct individual who has had their life irrevocably altered and their inspiring stor ...
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APHR's podcast channel centers the voices of parliamentarians and discusses the most important human rights issues and developments across Southeast Asia.
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Remote Work Europe is for employees, freelancers, sole traders, solopreneurs, digital nomads, consultants, and anyone who defies categorization while making a living outside the traditional location-dependent relationship — for the independent operator, wherever you are. The remote revolution is already well underway, and we're bringing you insight and inspiration from the frontiers of freelancing and the rubicon of remote, to help you build a life and a living without borders. Formerly the ...
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“The Lewis Duval Experience” is a fun, raw and informative podcast that dives into the stories of up and coming performers and visionaries, in a way that only can be described as “THE EXPERIENCE”. We deep dive into guest origins (and never revealed spoilers to their success), to life passions and new work on the horizon. This show goal is to be different, as we journey into the lives of icons in the making legends. This is the Lewis Duval Experience.
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In this episode, we dive into the intersection of displacement and opportunity, exploring how refugees in Africa are not just surviving but shaping the future of work. With insights from Konexio and BFA, we unpack how digital skills, inclusive innovation, and resilient talent are redefining what’s possible for refugee communities across the contine…
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Climate Crisis and Regional Solidarity with Charles Santiago
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21:07Charles Santiago is a Malaysian public servant and a former Member of Malaysian Parliament for Klang from March 2008 to November 2022. Charles also served as the Chairman of the National Water Services Commission, and currently APHR Co-Chairperson. In this episode, we will talk about the APHR Parliamentary Forum on Human Rights and Democracy in Sou…
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Advocating for Change: Labor Rights and the Challenges of Forcibly Displaced Workers
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59:00In this compelling episode of Voices of Resilience, host Clay Lowe sits down with Daniela Alba, an advocacy and communications specialist at Jesuit Refugee Service in Rome. Daniela shares her powerful personal story as a Mestizo woman from Colombia who experienced forced displacement as a child and has since dedicated her career to fighting for the…
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Transforming Work: From Traditional Gig Roles to Team Based Projects
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36:47In this episode, host Clay Lowe speaks with Giselle Gonzalez, Founder and CEO of EqualReach, and Susan Achiech, Founder of Tech-Femme Algorithms and a full-stack developer from Kakuma refugee camp. Together, they explore how transitioning from traditional freelancing to team-based project work can create meaningful opportunities for displaced talen…
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Jobtech for Refugees: A New Approach to Inclusivity
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58:28In this episode of Voices of Resilience, we explore the transformative potential of Jobtech in fostering inclusivity for refugees. Guests Brenda from the Jobtech Alliance and Simon from the African Youth Action Network, share their expertise, highlighting innovative approaches to reducing barriers, empowering displaced individuals, and integrating …
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Government Policies and Refugee Employment in Kenya
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42:26In this episode of Voices of Resilience, host Clay Lowe speaks with Rai Friedman, founder and CEO of Global Rights Defenders, about the impact of government policies on refugee employment, using Kenya as a key case study. Rai shares her journey into refugee advocacy and highlights the importance of migration governance in creating sustainable solut…
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Beyond Borders: Unlocking Refugee Potential in the Digital Economy
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56:30In this episode, we delve into the opportunities offered by digital platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Appen, as well as specialized platforms like NaTakallam and Step Up One, which leverage refugees' unique skills in areas such as language tutoring and cultural exchange. Emerging platforms like CrowdGen by Appen are also highlighted for their adap…
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Education and Skill Development for the Future of Work
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35:31In this episode, we focus on education and skill development for the future of work, with guests Laura Jardine Patterson, founder of CONCAT, and Justin Justin Paluku Mbunzule, a data analyst and Kenyan refugee involved in supporting other refugees in Uganda. Justine founded UP With Africa and supported MIT ReaCT in opening their Hub in Uganda at a …
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This episode explores the intersection of AI technology and refugee employment, featuring Jina Krause-Vilmar, President and CEO of Upwardly Global, and Blein Alem, a network admin and IT support professional. The discussion delves into the potential of AI to empower refugees and immigrants in their career journeys, as well as the challenges they fa…
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An Introduction to the Future of Work with Chris Maclay
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41:16In our latest podcast episode, Chris Maclay, Program Director at Jobtech Alliance, explores the changing landscape of work in Africa, highlighting the transformative role of "Jobtech" platforms. He shares how digital platforms are now a necessity to connect people to job opportunities, including those from marginalised groups like refugees and wome…
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Season 2 of the Voices of Resilience podcast themed 'The Future of Work for Refugees' dives deeper into the intersection of technology and remote work, specifically focusing on how these factors impact forcibly displaced individuals and refugees. In Season 1, the podcast amplified the voices of refugees, sharing their personal journeys, challenges,…
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In this teaser for Season 2, Na’amals’ Executive Director Lorraine Charles, highlights Na’amals’ work over the past year, including the release of their impact report and the launch of two new projects in Kenya and Ethiopia. These initiatives support refugees and host communities in accessing remote employment. She also shares news about an excitin…
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Navigating Multiculturalism in Malaysia with Cynthia Lorraine Silva and Maria Chin Abdullah
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55:45Cynthia Lorraine Silva is Community Media Program Officer from Centre for Independent Journalism, Malaysia, and Maria Chin Abdullah is former member of Parliament of Malaysia and APHR member. In this episode, Lola Loveita, APHR consultant for Freedom of Religion or Belief, Cynthia Lorraine Silva, and Maria Chin Abdullah will talk about the situatio…
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Summer break time: We will be back in September
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0:57Send us a text Here in Europe, it's time to relax into the hot days and nights, and enjoy time with family, friends, and community. But don't worry, we're planning some great episodes to welcome you back in September, so make sure you stay subscribed to Remote Work Europe! Support the show 🌟 REMOTE WORK EUROPE CONNECTED IS OPEN 🌟 (It's now even eas…
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Freelancing Freedom vs. Job Description Restriction: Flexible Careerbuilding, with Hannah Dixon from the Virtual Excellence Academy
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57:57Send us a text Today's episode is a challenge to reshape your understanding of freelancing versus traditional remote jobs. Our guest, Hannah Dixon from the Virtual Excellence Academy, challenges the so-called freedoms of remote roles by exposing their hidden constraints like geographic limitations and rigid hours, compared with the liberties freela…
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Myanmar, Rohingya, and What ASEAN Can Do with U Shwe Maung
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1:21:08U Shwe Maung is a Rohingya rights activist and former politician, who served as a member of parliament in Myanmar’s House of Representatives from 2011 to 2016. As well as being a Board Member of APHR, he is also a founding member of the International Panel of Parliamentarians for Freedom of Religion or Belief (IPPFoRB) and serves as President of th…
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Mastering Motivation and Productivity: Strategies for Remote Workers and Solopreneurs
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37:12Send us a text Ready to revolutionize your remote work routine? Join me in my home studio in Eastern Spain as we tackle the critical challenges of motivation and productivity that freelancers and solopreneurs face. Discover how transitioning from a structured office environment to remote work can be both freeing and chaotic. This episode talks abou…
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The State of Cambodia's Democracy with Mu Sochua
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41:14Mu Sochua is a former member of the National Assembly of Cambodia. She served from 2008 until 2017, when the opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) was dissolved. In addition to her work as vice president of the CNRP she has spent decades working as a human rights advocate, particularly for marginalized groups including migrants, workers,…
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Unmasking MLMs: Predatory Practices and Financial Pitfalls, vs. Real Remote Work - with Dani Leigh
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41:26Send us a text Ever been curious about the hidden costs of joining an MLM? Discover the raw truths about multi-level marketing schemes with our special guest, Dani Leigh, a seasoned digital nomad and the insightful voice behind Travelling Jezebel and Not Your Boss Babe (which she built and developed and recently sold - aka a real digital business!)…
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Red Tagging in the Philippines with Arlene Brosas
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36:50Arlene Brosas is an educator, child rights activist, and politician. She is also an APHR Board Member and a member of the Gabriela Women’s Party-list. She is also one of the co-authors of the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Expression Equality Bill. Previously, as spokesperson of the Anti-Child Pornography Alliance, along with other activist…
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Thailand's Current Political Situation with Kunthida Rungruengkiat
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37:20Kunthida Rungruengkiat is a Thai academic and a politician. She was previously a member of parliament and the deputy leader of the Future Forward Party. Her policy portfolio includes education reform and early childhood education improvement. After the disbandment of the Future Forward Party by the Constitutional Court, she faces a 10 years ban fro…
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Empowering Refugees with Skills for Remote Work Success: The Na'amal Story with Lorraine Charles
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35:42Send us a text Discover how Na'amal's Lorraine Charles is transforming lives by equipping refugees with remote work skills that pave the way for sustainable careers. Today we discover the potential of remote work in empowering displaced individuals in Africa and the Middle East to support their families, even in the absence of traditional employmen…
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Democratic Backsliding in Indonesia with Mercy Barends
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47:12Mercy Chriesty Barends is an Indonesian politician who is the current chair of APHR and is a member of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle or PDI-P. She has served as a Member of Indonesia’s House of Representatives since 2014, where she has been very active on Climate Change issues through her work in The Alliance of Parliamentarian Call f…
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Innovation, Influence, And Reflections On A Remote Life Anniversary
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32:07Send us a text A life-altering transformation often starts with a single moment whose significance is not obvious. Mine was the day, a quarter of a century past, that I left my 'normal' office job for the final time . Since then it's been a convoluted journey that eventually lead to the creation of Remote Work Europe, though it took me a while to f…
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The Future of Democracy in Thailand with Kasit Piromya
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41:26Kasit Piromya is an APHR Board Member, former Thai career diplomat and former People's Alliance for Democracy ("Yellow Shirts") activist. He also served as Foreign Minister of Thailand from 2008 to 2011. In this episode, Karina Tehusijarana, APHR Media Manager, and Kasit Piromya will talk about the future of democracy in Thailand, what’s inside the…
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Destination Bulgaria: Entrepreneurs & Digital Nomads Head To Bankso, With Uwe Allgäuer
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36:39Send us a text Today we travel to the Eastern edge of the Remote Work Europe territory, to the heart of Bulgaria's digital nomad revolution. I chat with Uwe Allgäuer , the mastermind behind the Bansko Digital Nomad Festival, and business formation service My Start Bulgaria. We discuss the transformation of a quaint ski town into a bustling hub for …
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Inside the Parliament of Malaysia with Wong Chen
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20:40Wong Chen is an APHR Board Member, Malaysian MP and lawyer. He also has served Non-executive Chairman of the Malaysia Debt Ventures Berhad (MDV) since May 2023, Chairman of the International Relations and Trade Parliamentary Select Committee from December 2019 to May 2020 and again since May 2023 as well as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Subang …
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Why Do So Many People Fall For Remote Work Scams?
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35:00Send us a text Guard your career against the hidden traps of the remote work world—our latest episode is your guide to identifying and sidestepping scams that can sadly trip up even the savviest of jobseekers. With the wisdom of the late behavioural economist Daniel Kahneman lighting our path, we explore the psychology that make us extra susceptibl…
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Nomadic Narrative: The Remote Creative Lifestyle with Han Talbot
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34:10Send us a text Have you ever dreamt of being paid to travel, to create, to explore, and to share? It's a dream which can become a reality, if you have the talent and the drive. Discover how Han Talbot turned her passion for travel and content creation into a thriving location-independent lifestyle business, as she joins us from the enchanting city …
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Remote Control: Self-Awareness, Time Management, and Nurturing Virtual Relationships, with Pilar Orti
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42:08Send us a text Imagine having the blueprint to excel in the remote work landscape, one that balances discipline with flexibility. That's exactly what Pilar Orti, a trailblazer in the world of virtual work and my trusted mentor, brings to the table in this episode. We take a trip down memory lane, revisiting our collaborative beginnings and explorin…
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Remote Work Europe: Why The Future Is MORE Than Freelance
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34:50Send us a text Have you ever wondered what's on the other side of the cubicle walls and out in the vast expanse of remote work possibilities? Join us as we explore the transformation from the secure 9-to-5 to the exhilarating world of freelancing, fueled by technological advancements and social change. Formerly the Future Is Freelance show, in Seas…
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Season 5 Trailer: Celebrating the Evolution of Remote Work in 2024
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2:02Send us a text Happy New Year, folks! Embrace a fresh start and the endless opportunities that 2024 holds with our revamped and rebranded Remote Work Europe podcast. Come with us, on a journey that promises to redefine the contours of the freelance and remote work future. With the debut of Season 5, we won't just be talking about freelance work; we…
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Reflecting On Past and Future of Work: Freelancing, Remote, and Connected Community
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30:21Send us a text What if the traditional 9-5 is no longer what work is all about? In the final episode of the season, we embark on a reflective journey, exploring the transformative year that was 2023, and share our thoughts on the future of freelancing and remote. As we wrap up, our heartfelt thanks goes out to you, our ever-growing audience, for yo…
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The Freelancer and the eCommerce Giant: Navigating Amazon Selling with Vicki Weinberg
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39:44Send us a text Curious about the ins and outs of being a successful Amazon seller? If you're a small business owner or freelancer looking to optimize your sales on this e-commerce giant, you'll find useful insights in our chat with Vicki Weinberg. Vicki has navigated the Amazon seller scene from the perspective of an independent product creator, an…
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Remote Employee to Nomadic Entrepreneur, with Chris Cerra from Remote Base
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38:26Send us a text We love unpicking the lesser-talked realities of the digital nomad lifestyle, beyond the glamour of the Instagram feeds. Our guest for today's episode, Chris Cerra, CEO of Remote Base, has been on a similar mission lately, with his 'Unfiltered Digital Nomad' series on LinkedIn, so obviously we had to talk. We went back to the start w…
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The Freelance Dance: Sustainable Income Balancing Long-term Clients and One-off Gigs
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33:35Send us a text You know the feast and famine cliché about freelancing, and there's a lot of truth in it, especially if you drift from one short-term project to the next with no strategy. The secret to a sustainable freelance income lies in the balance between long-term clients and one-off gigs, but there are big differences in how you find, nurture…
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Remote Realities: Busting Freelancing Fables and Remote Red Herrings
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36:40Send us a text Have you ever considered whether everything you thought you knew about remote work and freelancing was based on stereotypes, outdated ideas, and misconceptions? Buckle up as we take on some common myths about freelancing and remote work that might be holding you back. We expose the false notion that there's a special section of remot…
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From Freelancing to Delightfully Tiny Teams: Embracing Automation, Empowerment, and Emojis with Jenny Blake
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44:30Send us a text What if the traditional models of employment and team building were replaced by a personalized blend of individual contribution and collaboration, which fulfilled and rewarded every stakeholder? That's exactly what my guest, Jenny Blake, and I, explore in today's epsiode. As a successful podcaster and author of books including Pivot …
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Future-proofing Your Freelance Career in the Age of AI
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33:36Send us a text Today it's time we took another look at what the future holds for freelancers, and the impact AI tools are having on the field. We explore the challenges and benefits of AI, and the intelligent and relevant ways to integrate AI tools like chatGPT into your workflow. Brace yourself for intriguing insights on how these tools are revolu…
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Freelance Freedom and Employment Flexibility with Nikola Bubevski and Native Teams
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37:08Send us a text Ever wished you had the same job security and benefits as a traditional employee while enjoying the freedom of freelancing? Allow Nikola Bubevski, from Native Teams, to unravel how this very concept is not only possible but also the future of work. Nikola, who kick-started his journey as a teenager freelancing on Fiverr.com using sur…
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Podcasting, LinkedIn, 360 Feedback and more: A deep dive with Stephanie Fuccio
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38:57Send us a text Are you ready discover the combined potential of LinkedIn, newsletters, and your podcasting journey? That's exactly what we unpack with our editor, Steph Fuccio, in this empowering conversation. Steph reveals the secrets behind Season 4's transformation and the hard work that's driving our show's growth. She shares her dedication to …
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Niche Potential Unlocked: Finding Freelance Freedom with Lesley Elder Aznar
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39:14Send us a text A fulfilling freelance career in sunny Spain, all the way from chilly Scotland? Meet Lesley Elder Aznar, a career coach and consultant, who takes us on a journey through her interesting career transitions - from teaching yoga, working in real estate, to managing projects remotely, well before the pandemic made it a trend. Can you ide…
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Making Your Mind Up: Decision-making, Cognitive Biases, and Choices, as a Solopreneur
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31:33Send us a text Who is in charge of decision-making in your freelance business? YOU ARE! Just like you're in charge of everything else. But as creatives and solopreneurs, we often find our minds supporting decisions we already want to make, sometimes missing critical information - a cognitive bias known as confirmation bias. This episode explores th…
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Virtual Assistant Career Success: Embracing Diverse Potential
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35:59Send us a text Ever wondered what it's like to live as a digital nomad, leveraging your unique skills to carve out a niche in the virtual assistant world? That's exactly the journey our guest, Hannah Dixon from Digital Nomad Kit, embarked on 15 years ago, and she's here to share her story. From a nomadic lifestyle to helping over 30,000 people worl…
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Graceful Goodbyes and Professional Partings: A Freelancer's Guide to Concluding Client Relationships
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33:17Send us a text Navigating the freelance world can feel like walking a tightrope, especially when it comes to ending client relationships. Let's address this head-on. We crack open the complexities of freelance relationships, examine the differences with traditional employment and highlight the significance of thinking long-term right from the start…
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Nomadic Narratives: A Deep Dive into the World of Work and Travel, with Rudi Medved
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36:45Send us a text Ready to challenge your perceptions of work and travel? Our opening episode for season 4 features a captivating conversation with Rudi Medved, a leading figure in the realm of digital nomadism. Rudi, a Slovenian entrepreneur and scholar, shares his insights on the motivations and values that guide digital nomads. From the allure of c…
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Nomad City and Remote Work Europe: Embracing the Freedom of the Future
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28:32Send us a text Today's adventure begins at Agaete in Gran Canaria, where we bask in the panoramic views from rooftop terraces, immerse ourselves in a unique unconference session at a coffee plantation, and thrive in co-living accommodations. A new experience for us, and one which unlocked a world of future possibilities, long before the official No…
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From Enterprise to Content Marketing Autonomy via Deep Niche Mastery, with Dominic Kent
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41:33Send us a text Have you ever wondered how a simple passion like writing can morph into a successful full-time freelance business? Let's hear it from Dominic, the CEO and founder of UC Marketing, who shares with us his transformation from being an entry-level provisioning coordinator to running a successful content marketing freelance venture, with …
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Embracing Global Freelancing: Opportunities and Challenges in Borderless Business
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32:35Send us a text Welcome aboard to this enlightening journey into the realm of global freelancing. Ever wondered about the freedom to live anywhere, work in your pajamas, and not be tied to a 9-to-5 schedule? What about your client's schedule - and their language, preferences and priorities? We discuss how to make the most of geoarbitrage, the growin…
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Beyond Borders: AI, Digital Nomadism and New Fatherhood with Olumide Gbenro
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1:22:34Send us a text Get ready to unlock a world of choices. Welcome to an intriguing discussion with Olumide, an entrepreneur, digital nomad, and new dad who has redefined the meaning of success through his unconventional lifestyle. His inspiring immigration story sparks the start of his journey, followed by his decision to step away from the traditiona…
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