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Are you craving deeper connections while pursuing your dreams of location freedom?

Meet Laurel, a hypnotherapist and wellbeing coach who transformed her life from 80-hour corporate workweeks to running a thriving global therapy practice.

She reveals the hidden truths about building genuine connections while living a location-independent lifestyle, and how the digital nomad path might actually be the answer to modern loneliness - not its cause.

Chapters:
04:49 - How Travel communities help combat loneliness
11:21 - Laurels experience on Remote Year
21:56 - Productive evenings, flexible client schedule

Discover practical strategies for creating community anywhere in the world, and learn how to structure your work life so every day feels like a blend of vacation and purpose - without sacrificing income or professional growth.

She breaks down exactly how to start earning in a location-independent field and what realistic first-year income expectations look like for those ready to make the leap.

Listen and learn how one simple mindset shift about work-life integration could transform your approach to both business and travel, making every destination feel like home while building a successful career on your own terms.

Connect with guest, Laurel: https://linktr.ee/lovelaurel

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Listening to stories of beachside Zoom calls, mountain-view apartments, and island-hopping entrepreneurs may cause severe wanderlust and an irresistible urge to turn your laptop into a passport to freedom. Side effects include daydreaming about tropical coworking spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working & traveling and buying a one way ticket to Bali. Get ready to catch a case of "the digital nomads"

Are you tired of working endless hours just to maintain a lifestyle that leaves you feeling empty and unfulfilled?

Ryan has an insightful conversation with Nomad Brad, who at the age 32 Brad faced the realization - despite "doing everything right" with a successful business and a home, he was miserable and trapped in the daily grind.

Brad reveals exactly how he broke free from the conventional path to build a thriving life on the road, combining his technical skills with modern content creation to generate multiple income streams while living in a converted van.

Chapters:
06:06 - Offering custom van installations
17:12 - Van life friends
24:01 - Craved better coffee
26:46 - How to test digital nomad life

You'll discover practical strategies for transitioning from the 9-to-5 grind to location independence, including how to leverage your existing skills to create income on the road, essential tools and technology that make the nomadic lifestyle possible, and the crucial mindset shifts needed to succeed.

Brad breaks down his daily routine, sharing exactly how he structures his work and lifestyle to maximize both productivity and freedom.

Listen until the end to hear the single most important action Brad says you must take if you want to successfully transition to location independence.

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Connect with Nomad Brad: https://beacons.ai/nomadbrad

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Ever wondered how someone breaks free from 14-hour workdays to build a life of freedom, travel, and success?

Ryan shares his incredible journey from maintenance manager and warehouse worker to successful digital nomad entrepreneur. If you're feeling stuck in your current situation or dreaming of a location-independent lifestyle, this is your blueprint for change.

Discover practical, actionable strategies for transitioning from traditional employment to remote work - even if you have zero experience. Ryan breaks down the exact steps he took to build multiple income streams. You'll learn how to test the waters of digital nomad life without risking everything, and understand the key factors to consider before making the leap.

Chapters:
08:17 - The unexpected benefits of solo travel
17:51 - Lessons from Ryan’s solo trip to Costa Rica
20:54 - The transition to becoming a digital nomad
35:10 - How to test if the remote work lifestyle is for you
47:08 - Future of Digital Nomad Nation podcast

From choosing the right destinations based on time zones and cost of living, to maintaining a work-life balance while abroad, Ryan shares battle-tested advice from seven years of digital nomad experience.

Whether you're dreaming of working from tropical beaches in Bali or mountain cafes in Peru, this conversation provides a realistic look at both the challenges and rewards of the digital nomad lifestyle.

Listen and learn how you can create a life of freedom, adventure, and financial success - no matter where you're starting from.

Get Your Free Guide: 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad
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Listening to stories of beachside Zoom calls, mountain-view apartments, and island-hopping entrepreneurs may cause severe wanderlust and an irresistible urge to turn your laptop into a passport to freedom. Side effects include daydreaming about tropical coworking spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working & traveling and buying a one way ticket to Bali. Get ready to catch a case of "the digital nomads"

Ever wonder how successful digital nomads manage their work-life balance while traveling the world?

Ryan has an insightful conversation with Safir Jamal, a former Procter & Gamble executive who traded his Silicon Valley office for the ability to work from 70 countries while building a thriving business.

He shares his journey from corporate executive to location-independent entrepreneur, revealing practical strategies that took him years to discover. You'll learn how to maintain productivity across time zones, build meaningful connections in new cities, and avoid the common pitfalls that derail many aspiring digital nomads.

Chapters:
14:19 - How the pandemic prompted relocation
21:52 - Struggles with balancing work and leisure activities
37:01 - What you must do before becoming remote
40:53 - How to always ensure Airbnb Wi-Fi is reliable first

Safir breaks down his morning routine secrets, shares clever tricks for vetting accommodation wifi before booking, and explains how he and his wife navigate their relationship while working remotely around the globe.

From critical pre-departure preparations to proven strategies for building community abroad, Safir's insights will help you avoid costly mistakes and accelerate your path to location independence.

Plus, learn about globalnomadpass.com, an innovative way he's helping digital nomads save money and discover hidden gems in cities around the world.

Listen and learn exactly what you need to do before taking the leap into the digital nomad lifestyle.

Get Your Free Guide: 7 Ways to Become a Digital Nomad
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Listening to stories of beachside Zoom calls, mountain-view apartments, and island-hopping entrepreneurs may cause severe wanderlust and an irresistible urge to turn your laptop into a passport to freedom. Side effects include daydreaming about tropical coworking spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working & traveling and buying a one way ticket to Bali. Get ready to catch a case of "the digital nomads"

What if the life you've always dreamed of is just one bold decision away?

Hi, I'm Ryan Mellon, and this is the Digital Nomad Nation podcast.

7 years ago, I was working two dead-end jobs, 14 hours a day, 6 days a week.

I'm now a serial entrepreneur living a location-independent lifestyle from AMAZING locations worldwide.

But my story is just the beginning.

Digital Nomad Nation is about the inspiring stories that will ignite YOUR imagination

From people who've broken free from the 9-to-5 to create extraordinary lives of freedom and adventure.

We dive deep into the real, sometimes messy, always inspiring journeys of digital nomads.

You'll discover:

- How they overcame their fears and doubts to take that first leap

- The unexpected challenges they faced and how they adapted

- The profound personal growth and life-changing experiences

- And the strategies they use to build and maintain successful, location-independent careers

Alongside these inspiring stories, you'll get practical tips on:

- Staying productive while on the move

- Finding community and connection in new places and

- How to fly for free through travel hacking

Whether planning to spend your winters in Thailand, summers in Lisbon or just ready to fully embrace the digital nomad lifestyle today, these stories and insights will be your guide and inspiration.

Ready to learn how you can design a life on your own terms?

Subscribe to Digital Nomad Nation now and let these extraordinary stories fuel your journey to freedom and adventure.

Your path to a life less ordinary starts here.

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Follow Ryan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedigitalnomadcoach/

Learn how to be a Digital Nomad: https://www.thedigitalnomadcoach.com/

Please Support the Show

• Share this episode with a friend or family member
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DISCLAIMER:
Listening to stories of beachside Zoom calls, mountain-view apartments, and island-hopping entrepreneurs may cause severe wanderlust and an irresistible urge to turn your laptop into a passport to freedom. Side effects include daydreaming about tropical coworking spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working & traveling and buying a one way ticket to Bali. Get ready to catch a case of "the digital nomads"