How To Work Abroad and Travel the World - Tips from a Global Career Expert
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There are just two days left to enter to win a $350 gift card from Tortuga Backpacks! To enter, leave a review for the podcast here: Then send a screenshot to with the subject line: Podcast Review (Submit your review by June 20.) Want to work abroad and travel the world? Tune in for helpful tips from global career expert and nomadic entrepreneur, Mike Swigunski, whoâs been traveling and working abroad since 2011. From working at universities to working online in tech to buying online businesses, Mike has worked a plethora of jobs while traveling to 100+ countries. Mike is also...
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10 Expat Mistakes to Avoid
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đ¨ The best travel rewards card offer of the year is ending June 13 at 2:00pm CST! This is your last chance to earn $900+ in free travel. (75,000 Bonus Points Available) Check it out here: | Act fast! âď¸ Thinking of moving abroad or know someone whoâs making the leap soon? Here are the top 10 most common mistakes expats make and how to avoid them. Spoiler: #8 is the worst! From not getting professional help with planning your move to staying stuck when the lifestyle isnât working for you, there are quite a few challenges expats might face. Luckily for you, weâre here...
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The One Thing 97% of Expats Don't Do
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The number of U.S. expats living abroad is equivalent to being the 11th-largest state in the country. But barely 4% of us turn out to vote! Expats have the lowest voter turnout of any demographic in the United States - lower than high school students - and the same phenomena is probably happening in every country. If you're living outside of your home country right now (or planning to move abroad someday), this episode is a must-listen! Tune in to hear from Nicole Greenfield, aka The Nomad Activist, a digital nomad and political activist who reached out to Kristin to speak about this topic and...
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How To Save Thousands of Dollars Per Year With Housesitting
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Want to travel but not sure if you have enough money to do it? House sitting could be your key to traveling the world on a tight budget! Today, Kristin is chatting with Nicole Greenfield, a digital nomad, traveling pet sitter, and political activist from the US who saves $15,000+ per year by house sitting around the world. Once upon a time, Nicole was actually afraid of becoming a digital nomad and didnât think she had enough money to do so⌠thatâs when she discovered house sitting! Since then, house sitting has taken her all over the world, including Vancouver Island and the mountains...
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Win a FREE $350 Gift Card From Tortuga Backpacks!
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How would you like $350 worth of Tortuga backpacks gear - FREE!? Tune in for all the details and a chance to win. How to Enter the Giveaway: Leave an honest, 5-star review for Badass Digital Nomads on your favorite podcast platform or our website, Take a screenshot of your review. Email your review to hello [at] travelingwithkristin.com with the subject line: Podcast Review. BONUS! - For additional chances to win, post your review on social media. Each post on a separate social media site will equal one additional entry (maximum one entry per social media...
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Be Your Authentic Self While Traveling the World with Erick Prince, The Minority Nomad
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Erick Prince returns for another candid conversation about the global changes that have happened since we last chatted 4 years ago and how these changes have impacted his world view and perception of travel. Kristin and Erick discuss the realizations that come with age and life experience (especially as full-time travelers) and how to be your authentic self while traveling the world. They also highlight the shocking differences between how they travel and how younger generations are traveling the world. If youâre looking for an unfiltered conversation about travel, digital nomadism, life,...
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The Top 10 Best Places to Live in France
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France is the biggest country in the European Union. With so many places to choose from, where should you live? Find out the top 10 best places to live in France, including the city voted #1 by French citizens! Even if youâre not looking to move to France, this episode will give you lots of ideas of places you can visit to slow travel or to go on vacation. Whether youâre single and ready to mingle, youâre traveling with family, or you just want to get a taste of the best food, wine, and weather in France, thereâs an ideal city for everyone. Stay tuned for detailed episodes on life in...
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Living in Europe, Side Hustle Struggles, and Remote Work Real Talk - Live Call with Kristin
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Listen to Kristin talk with her Patrons about living in Europe (Greece, Portugal, Albania), their side hustle struggles, and the reality of working remotely around the world. Kristin hangs out with her Patrons regularly on Zoom and decided to share this one with the world! So, youâre in for an exclusive treat. In this chat, our Patrons share some life updates, advice, recommendations, and stories from their travels. They discuss wellness retreats they love or would like to attend, the impacts of Bulgaria and Romania becoming Schengen members earlier this year, how to turn an idea into an...
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Why Expats Leave Mexico with Author Michael Dash
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As you know, Mexico is a hotspot for expats and digital nomads, but they donât often last long here⌠Why, you ask? Join Kristin for a candid conversation with author and personal development coach, Michael Dash, about the main reasons why expats leave Mexico. Hear about Michaelâs struggles living in Mexico, why he chose to move to Tulum over 3 years ago, and why he hasn't left yet. Plus, he shares tips and advice on overcoming the challenges of living the #expatlife in Mexico. Wondering if Mexico is the right place for your next move? This episode could help you find the answer! ...
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Pilot-Turned Poker Player on Starting a New Life in Mexico
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Kristin speaks with Teemu Alanen, a Finnish pilot turned poker player who moved from Europe to Mexico and changed his life. Hear why he made the life-changing leap to digital nomadism, his tips for thriving as an expat in Mexico, and what a typical day in the life of a remote poker player looks like. Teemu also talks about the differences between Finnish culture and Mexican culture, revealing why heâs not moving back to Finland anytime soon. Plus, Kristin highlights a few listener stories and questions about Tulum. Special Offers: Check out Stay covered with (Global Health...
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Thinking of moving abroad or know someone whoâs making the leap soon? Here are the top 10 most common mistakes expats make and how to avoid them. Spoiler: #8 is the worst!
From not getting professional help with planning your move to staying stuck when the lifestyle isnât working for you, there are quite a few challenges expats might face. Luckily for you, weâre here to help!
We want you to be as prepared as possible for your big move so you can have the best experience living abroad. With these tips, youâll have a smoother and safer transition to life in a new country!
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10 Common Mistakes Expats Should Avoid:
- Mistake #1: Buying real estate before you live in the country
- Mistake #2: Applying for residency in a new country before an exploratory trip
- Mistake #3: Waiting too long to move to another country
- Mistake #4: Spending too much time with other expats and foreigners
- Mistake #5: Letting your guard down more than you would in your home country
- Mistake #6: Not fully adapting to the foreign culture & expecting the country to change
- Mistake #7: Not saving enough money before moving abroad
- Mistake #8: Giving too much weight to the opinions of others
- Mistake #9: Not getting professional help with planning your move abroad
- Mistake #10: Staying stuck abroad when the lifestyle isnât working for you
Episode Resources:
- Watch this episode on YouTube: 10 Moving Abroad Mistakes (that you're probably making)
- Hofstede Country Comparison Tool
Related Podcasts:
- Ep 79: The Shocking Truth About How US Expats Vote
- Ep 181: Paying US Taxes as an Expat Abroad â What You Need To Know
- Ep 121: 8 Things That Happen When You Travel Full-Time
- Ep 146: How To Become a Digital Nomad for Dummies
- Ep 203: From Cubicle to Adventure: How to Combine Work and Travel for an Epic Life
- Ep 243: 8 Things I Don't Miss About the USA After Living Abroad
- Ep 254: Why Expats Leave Mexico with Author Michael Dash
- Ep 253: A Pilot-Turned Poker Player on Starting a New Life in Mexico
- Ep 252: Female Solo Traveler Finds Freedom in Paris and the Digital Nomad Lifestyle
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- 7 Things To Know BEFORE You Move Abroad
- 10 Ways Moving Abroad Will Change Your Life
- 10 Best Places to Retire in 2024 (Visas, Residency, Healthcare, Taxes)
- House Hunting in Europe: Seattle Couple Leaves the U.S. to Live Abroad
- How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK]
- The Hack Expats Use To Bank Overseas
- What I Dislike About Living Abroad After 20 Years in 60 Countries
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