Episode 129: The Nomadic Entrepreneur Journey to Find True Alignment & Fulfillment Unpacked with Generation Nomads

“Know that whatever you want to do, you can get there if you’re taking the action”

Meet digital nomads Anastasia & Tomer

In this episode, Nienke Nina is interviewing a digital nomad couple who have been living the nomad lifestyle for six years. They started their journey by leaving their corporate jobs to travel and discover more about themselves.

Currently, they sustain their nomadic life through real estate investments and have ventured into a coaching and membership business as they help others achieve the same freedom and lifestyle.

In this episode, we talked about their smooth and sustainable transition to nomad life as they also tell us how they ensure a steady income and share tips on making the leap without taking huge risks.

Key takeaways from Generation Nomads’ interview

5 things you learn in this Digital Nomads Daily episode

➡️ Creating a Sustainable Side Hustle: Discover how to build a side hustle that supports your nomadic lifestyle without overwhelming you or taking huge risks.

➡️ Inside Scoop on Travelpreneur Takeoff: Get all the exciting details about the upcoming Travelpreneur Takeoff event on June 6th

➡️ Realistic Digital Nomad Insights: Learn practical tips and real-life advice on what it truly means to live the digital nomad lifestyle. 

➡️ Smooth Transition Strategies: Find out how this couple smoothly transitioned from corporate jobs to nomadic freedom while ensuring a steady income along the way.

➡️ Balancing Work and Travel: Learn strategies for balancing remote work and travel, and at the same time enjoy both without compromising your income or sanity.

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Meet digital nomads Anastasia & Tomer

Find on LinkedIn here: Anastasia & Tomer Arwas

Instagram: @generationnomads

Website 🔗 generationnomads.com

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Episode 128: Inside the Life of a Digital Nomad with a Fully Remote Job with Sarah

“This is the life I choose. Other people choose to have a family or choose to do something else and I choose to do life this way.”

Meet digital nomad Sarah

Meet Sarah, a seasoned digital nomad with six years of experience traveling the world. Starting her nomadic lifestyle with a home base, Sarah has expertly balanced life in and out of various countries, showing her love for travel with her career.

Currently, Sarah works for JA Worldwide, where she leads global community initiatives and organizes events aimed at fostering entrepreneurship among students. Alongside, she’s transitioning from a closed business to launching a new venture, promising more innovative and global connections.

In this episode, Sarah and Nienke Nina discussed the strategies in maintaining a professional career while embracing a nomadic lifestyle. They discussed the challenges of aligning personal values with professional demands, the transformative power of mindfulness in business, and strategies for living authentically no matter where you are in the world.

Key takeaways from Sarah’s interview:

5 things you learn in this Digital Nomads Daily episode

➡️ Building a Career as a Professional: Learn how Sarah manages her corporate role alongside her passion for travel.

➡️ How To Build Global Communities: Discover strategies for fostering meaningful connections anywhere in the world.

➡️ Integrate Mindfulness and Entrepreneurship: Enhance professional performance and personal satisfaction no matter where you are.

➡️ Sustain Your Nomadic Lifestyle: Gain insights on diversifying income through international roles and entrepreneurial ventures.

➡️ Embrace Authentic Living: Stay true to your values and enhance life satisfaction.

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Meet digital nomad Sarah

Find on LinkedIn here

Instagram: @sarahrapp.human

Website 🔗: linktr.ee/sarahrapp._

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Episode 127: Being vs Doing – 3 Powerful Ways To Get in Flow for Nomadic Entrepreneurs with Nienke Nina

“In the rush culture of entrepreneurship, we often forget the power of simply being. It’s OK to take time to just breathe and be present.”

Being vs Doing Mode

Entrepreneurship isn’t always easy even though online it looks like your internet heroes achieve their successes overnight. Nomadic entrepreneurs are even more challenges because aside from focusing on building a sustainable business that they love working on, they also deal with changes like switching home, community and workplace.

After 5+ years of nomadding and pursuing her entrepreneurial dreams, Nienke Nina shares her personal experiences to decrease the pressure by focusing on being in being-mode rather than always in doing-mode. Like Nienke Nina often shares on the podcast, ‘‘The coconuts don’t taste that great if you’re stressed and feeling burned out’’ From chatting with 150+ entrepreneurs, we learned that the most successful entrepreneurs focus on being mode.

Key takeaways from this episode about embracing BEING mode

5 things you learn in this Digital Nomads Daily episode

➡️ Prioritize “Being Mode”: Discover the importance of scheduling time to just be, away from the hustle, to recharge and find balance in nomad life.

➡️ Recognize “Doing Mode” vs. “Being Mode”:y: Learn to differentiate between the constant hustle of “doing mode” and the rejuvenating calmness of “being mode”.

➡️ Implement Practical “Being Mode” Strategies: Explore actionable tips for infusing your day with moments of mindfulness and relaxation amidst your busy nomadic schedule.

➡️ Embrace Progress Over Perfection: Shift your focus from striving for perfection to celebrating progress, living a healthier and more sustainable approach to nomad life.

➡️ Cultivate Supportive Nomad Communities: Understand the value of connecting with like-minded nomads, both online and offline, for motivation, inspiration, and shared experiences.

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

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🎧  Episode #126: Balancing the Fast-Paced Nomadic Entrepreneurship Life with Maris from MINOMA

Episode 126: Balancing the Fast-Paced Nomadic Entrepreneurship Life with Maris from MINOMA

“We still live in a world that’s really, really fast. And if we crave for meaningful connections and purpose-driven work, sometimes we just have to slow down. We have to come together with other people who actually feel the same.”

Meet digital nomad Maris

In this episode, we are chatting with Maris Kohv, a seasoned digital nomad with 5 years of experience. She has hosted over 30 retreats for mindful nomad entrepreneurs focused on finding more alignment with themselves and the way they live their life.

As the founder of MINOMA, Maris focuses on hosting immersive retreats and building aligned communities for digital nomads worldwide. MINOMA is a curated community for mindful nomads and impact entrepreneurs focused on growth, embodiment and alignment.

Join Nienke and Maris as they explore the importance of slowing down and embracing authentic connections on the road. They go over the challenges and opportunities that come with the digital nomad lifestyle and how crucial it is to have balance and alignment for those seeking a more mindful nomadic experience.

Key takeaways from Maris’ interview

5 things you learn in this Digital Nomads Daily episode

➡️ Why it’s important to start embracing slow living: Learn how slowing down can transform your nomadic experience and will help you appreciate the journey and foster personal growth.

➡️ Building authentic connections in the digital nomad space: Discover the importance of cultivating genuine relationships on the road and how it enriches your digital nomad lifestyle.

➡️ MINOMA’s Mindful Nomad Impact: Learn the power of retreats and aligned communities in promoting mindfulness, connection, and balance for nomads worldwide.

➡️ Navigating the fast-paced life nomadic entrepreneur life: Find out how to manage the challenges of the digital nomad life and maintain a sense of purpose while pursuing your passions.

➡️ How to build a sustainable nomadic future: Explore strategies to create a fulfilling long-term nomadic lifestyle by prioritizing slow living principles and personal growth.

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Meet digital nomad Maris

Find on LinkedIn here

Instagram: @minoma.co

Website 🔗 www.minoma.co

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Episode 125: The Secrets to Thriving as a Virtual Assistant Freelancer with Digital Nomad Hannah

“When you’re first starting, you have all the space in the world to mess up because the bittersweet truth is nobody’s watching yet. You have all this space in the world to mess up and refine and mess up again and refine. And as you grow, things just get better and better.”

Meet digital nomad Hannah from NomadKit

Meet Hannah Dixon, she has been in the nomad community for about 16 years including 11 years working online as a digital nomad. Hannah started as a Virtual Assistant and coached many VAs in her life to follow the same path and live a flexible work-from-anywhere lifestyle.

Despite the dreamy appeal of the digital nomad lifestyle you see on Instagram, she shares the real challenges many digital nomads and traveling virtual assistants face. Hannah has settled momentarily in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and loves it!

In this episode, you will get a real-world perspective on how to navigate the digital workspace as a freelancer, including tips on maintaining flexibility without compromising personal limits. We talk about setting boundaries with clients and about the emotional rollercoaster of constant change in your personal and business life.

Key takeaways from Hannah’s interview about how to become a successful virtual assistant (VA)

5 things you learn in this Digital Nomads Daily episode

➡️ Why you want to embrace stability in your nomad life: Discover how long-term nomads like Hannah find value in setting up a stable base after years of continuous travel.

➡️ Creating career evolutions in your freelancing journey: Learn how Hannah transitioned from a versatile freelancer to a specialized trainer, boosting her career and income.

➡️ The importance of boundary setting for freelancers: Gain insights on establishing firm and flexible boundaries to maintain healthy, professional relationships as a digital nomad.

➡️ Aligning and connecting your personal interests in your business: Hannah shares how aligning your business with your personal interests can lead to more fulfilling and successful entrepreneurial ventures.

➡️ Don’t be afraid of AI. Adapt to market needs instead and uplevel your skills: Understand the importance of adapting to technological advancements like AI to stay relevant and valuable in the freelance market

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Meet digital nomad Hannah

Find her on LinkedIn here

Instagram: @digitalnomadkit

Website: www.digitalnomadkit.com

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124: Celebrating 20 years of working remotely with Liam

“Remote work isn’t just a way to do your job; it’s a way to reclaim your life, giving you the freedom to choose how, where, and when you work. It’s the gateway drug to a life of autonomy and purpose.”

Meet Remote Work expert and digital nomad Liam

In this week’s gripping episode, Nienke Nina sits down with the intrepid Liam, a seasoned digital nomad who’s been riding the waves of remote work for over a decade. Liam, with a background as eclectic as his passport stamps, has carved out a niche for himself by blending his passion for travel with his knack for web development and online marketing. Yet, it’s not all beachside co-working spaces and exotic locales; Liam opens up about the tightrope walk of maintaining a reliable internet connection in remote corners of the world—a challenge that can turn paradise into a professional purgatory in no time.

Meet Remote Work expert and digital nomad Liam

In this week’s gripping episode, Nienke Nina sits down with the intrepid Liam, a seasoned digital nomad who’s been riding the waves of remote work for over a decade. Liam, with a background as eclectic as his passport stamps, has carved out a niche for himself by blending his passion for travel with his knack for web development and online marketing. Yet, it’s not all beachside co-working spaces and exotic locales; Liam opens up about the tightrope walk of maintaining a reliable internet connection in remote corners of the world—a challenge that can turn paradise into a professional purgatory in no time.

Key takeaways from Liam about 20+ years of working remotely

Dive deep with us as we explore the unfiltered realities of nomadic life. From the logistics of juggling time zones to ensure seamless collaboration with clients across the globe, to the personal hurdles of building and sustaining meaningful relationships on the move. Liam doesn’t hold back on the highs and lows, sharing his insights on staying productive in the most unconventional of offices, and the mental fortitude required to thrive in constant change. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone curious about ditching the conventional 9-to-5 for a life of adventure, underscored by the raw truths and resilience it demands.

5 things you learn in this episode with Liam

➡️ Escape the Cold, Embrace Freedom: Liam shares how swapping snow for sand doesn’t just change your climate; it revolutionizes your work-life balance. Learn the secrets to mastering seasonal nomadding.

➡️ The Genesis of Running Remote: Discover how a void in the remote work community led to the birth of the world’s largest remote work conference. It’s the push you need to chase your dreams.

➡️ The Magic of Asynchronous Work: Liam explains why ditching the 9-5 for asynchronous work is the key to boosting productivity and happiness. A game-changer for anyone feeling chained to their desk.

➡️ Networking Gold at Running Remote: Nienke Nina’s experience at Running Remote transformed her career. Uncover how genuine connections can lead to unexpected opportunities in the digital nomad world.

➡️ Predicting the Remote Work Surge: Dive into Liam’s insights on the future of work and how embracing remote work now could put you ahead of the curve. It’s the blueprint for modern success.

Connect with our Nienke Nina and our guests

Your host Nienke Nina

More digital nomad tips and life advice via instagram @digitalnomadsdaily

Connect with Nienke Nina on LinkedIn @Nienke Nina Keizer

Find Nienke Nina on Instagram @nienkeninatravels

Meet digital nomad Liam

Find him on LinkedIn here

Instagram: @liamremote

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