Best Dependent Independent Productions Podcasts (2025)

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308: Standing in One Place to See the US Open 40:01

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Episode 308: Fatherhood is about those memories with your kids that start off small at first then became a moment in time thast must be preserved. In this episode I share the perfect "vbro" weekend with my Son Nathan as we watched and entire day of pro golf at the US Open, from one spot. Without sitting. All day. Without moving. Was it umcomfortabl…

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307: To Be Good Enough, Or Not Good At All - A Trip to The Book Store 40:01

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I recently visited a book store, you remember them. Went straight to the leadership, management, and self help section searching for that one book that will be the one. The one book that has the secret to success and after reading it would surely make me the best I can be. Join me in this epsidoe where I break down the personal struggle feeiling li…

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306: Time You Have & How You CHOOSE to Grow Older 40:01

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Episode 306: It's been a week since my last episode was published. A week with manay things that happened and many things didn't. In this pod I reflect on what it means to get older and use the time that we have before we run out of time to spend. I share how old people looked when I was young, how it feels to be approaching 50 now, and the time we…

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305: Dealing with the Stuff We Can't Stop Happening (on the Weekends) 40:01

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Episode 305 : Since starting the new "season" of the show, the weekends have been crazy. The weekends are the days that belong to us. After a hard week of work and earning we work around the house and throw our feet up waiting for the new work week to start. However, the universe doesn't care what day of the week it is. In this episode I share what…

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304: TDI REPLAY - A Pro-Wrestler Buys a Pre-School... with Sam Seitles 53:57

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(Originally Published 3/21/19) Eps. 105 - In this episode, Sam Seitles, former pro-wrestler turned pre-school proprietor, tells his story where passion for simply doing something he enjoyed to do led him, step by step, to achieving happiness doing what he was meant to do. Sam and his wife are recent owners of R.E.A.D. Pre-School and Camp Tuscaloosa…

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303: TDI REPLAY - Marriage, Beer & a Bit of Bacon with Steph & Todd Bannan 1:24:22

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(Originally Published 5/22/17) From spectators at a live podcast to THE most hospitable hosts on the planet, Todd & Steph Bannan from the Union Pork Company join Nick G. to talk about those pivots we couples make in the roaring rapids called marriage. In this super big super show, they enjoy tasty treats over some hot mics and warm bacon. Find the …

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302: TDI REPLAY - When Too Much Good Goes Bad w/ Clay Groves|FishNerds.com 1:00:53

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(Originally Published on 4/19/2018) Nick G. has a late night rendezvous with FishNerds.com creator and podcaster Clay Groves to talk about (and around) the things we do that feel so good but when they're done too much they go bad. From over planning to overeating, enjoy a conversation with two gentlemen searching for balance. LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE t…

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301: A Christmas Carol, of Sorts - Back for a New Season 40:01

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Episode 301 : It doesnt seem like episode 301 but I had to start season 2 somewhere. In this brand new show after a five year hiatus, I really wanted to get you up to speed on what you missed since we turned the mics off back in 2020. I'm excited to be back, both personally and creatively. I look forward to connecting like I have done these many ye…

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Summer break time: We will be back in September 0:57

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Send 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 57:57

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Send 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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Mastering Motivation and Productivity: Strategies for Remote Workers and Solopreneurs 37:12

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Send 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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Unmasking MLMs: Predatory Practices and Financial Pitfalls, vs. Real Remote Work - with Dani Leigh 41:26

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Send 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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Empowering Refugees with Skills for Remote Work Success: The Na'amal Story with Lorraine Charles 35:42

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Send 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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Innovation, Influence, And Reflections On A Remote Life Anniversary 32:07

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Send 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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Destination Bulgaria: Entrepreneurs & Digital Nomads Head To Bankso, With Uwe Allgäuer 36:39

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Send 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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Why Do So Many People Fall For Remote Work Scams? 35:00

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Send 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 34:10

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Send 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 42:08

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Send 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 34:50

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Send 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 2:02

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Send 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 30:21

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Send 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 39:44

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Send 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 38:26

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Send 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 33:35

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Send 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 36:40

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Send 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 44:30

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Send 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 33:36

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Send 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 37:08

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Send 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 38:57

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Send 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 39:14

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Send 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 31:33

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Send 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 35:59

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Send 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 33:17

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Send 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 36:45

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Send 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 28:32

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Send 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 41:33

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Send 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 32:35

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Send 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 1:22:34

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Send 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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Master the Art of Pricing Your Value-based Freelance Services 33:52

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Send us a text How do you know if you're charging enough for your freelance services? Are you leaving money on the table or pricing yourself out of the market? Listen in as we reveal the secrets to mastering freelancer pricing and valuation, with insights on positioning yourself in a competitive market and finding your unique value. We'll share les…

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Contracts and Compliance: Mastering Boundaries and Relationships in the Freelance World 49:16

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Send us a text Ever wondered how to protect yourself from exploitation and set clear boundaries with clients as a freelancer? Join us in our conversation with Annabel Kay from KoffeeKlatch, expert in helping freelancers establish the right agreements and contracts. Learn about the importance of having solid contracts for both parties, and explore h…

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IRL for Introverts: Hacking Face-to-Face Networking and Events 28:37

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Send us a text Ever felt drained by the idea of attending face-to-face events as an introverted freelancer or solopreneur? You're not alone! In this enlightening episode, I share my personal journey on overcoming the challenges of being visible and humanizing my work, all while maintaining my introverted nature. Listen in as I reveal the importance…

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The Growth and Challenges of Digital Nomadism: A Conversation with Danish Soomro 38:18

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Send us a text Have you ever thought about packing up and embracing the digital nomad lifestyle? Join us in our engaging conversation with Danish Soomro, an original digital nomad and founder of the Digital Nomads Around the World Facebook community, as we discuss his unique perspective on citizenship, global mobility, and his entrepreneurial journ…

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Takeouts from Tallinn: e-Residency and Latitude59 24:55

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Send us a text A bonus episode today, as I just got home from Estonia. Spain is my physical home of choice, but Estonia is my digital home, and there are many good reasons for that. After last week, it feels like more than a digital identity as well, that is conferred by my little blue e-Residency ID card. I'd love to know what you think, and if yo…

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Community on the Costas and Beyond, with Ali Meehan 38:45

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Send us a text How long have you been networking online as a freelancer? One of the people I first saw doing it well, was Ali Meehan from Spain's Costa Women. A "superconnector" on the Costa Del Sol, she has long been a powerful force for bringing people together, and supporting and uplifting other people in achieving their goals - whether that is …

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Refugee Resilience for a Freelance Future in Albania 43:34

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Send us a text Freelancers typically bring a range of innate character traits combined with life experiences, to forge their unique role in the world. But what if that life experience is an incredible story of multi-country immigration, parental sacrifice, culture shock, and personal transformation? In the case of today's guest Lumjana Shehu, it me…

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BONUS: Reflections from Running Remote 2023 21:42

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Send us a text Extra episode this week, as I was determined to share my take-out thoughts and themes from the Running Remote conference, in Lisbon April 2023. I needed to capture these thoughts while I was still buzzing with the learning and inspiration gleaned, from the contacts and connections and conversations I enjoyed at the "#1 Remote Work Co…

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Finding Your Virtual Voice as a Solopreneur with Mr Derek Smith 41:48

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Send us a text Speaking at events is part of every freelancer's essential personal brand template today, and since the remote revolution, opportunities to do so virtually have exploded. Summits, webinars, livestreams, conferences - virtual or hybrid - have unlocked so many new ways to share your message and what you have to offer. But not everyone …

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Freelancing and Remote Work in Spain 2023 43:04

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Send us a text I have lived in Spain as a freelancer for many years, and it's easy to lose sight of how the bigger picture has changed in that time. The Spanish economy has transformed itself digitally over the past decade, and recent legal changes have started to support and encourage innovation and enterprise. We even have a brand-new digital nom…

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Generative AI for Ethical Freelance Productivity 42:26

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Send us a text Smart freelancers and solopreneurs make the most of the tools they have available, to deliver their best work. But the explosion of AI apps, in particular for conversational content generation, has taken the world by storm, at an unprecedented pace. Many are confused, concerned, and uncertain about how this will affect all our differ…

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Podcasting Inspiration for Solopreneurs, with Steph Fuccio 34:36

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Send us a text Podcasting is amazing, for freelancers and solopreneurs. Well, I guess I would say that! But don't take my word for it. Steph Fuccio specialises in helping independent entrepreneurs get started and keep going with their own audio and video shows, and her enthusiasm for this market shines through in this conversation. She uses her ext…