The Location Indie Podcast

In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie. In this episode, you'll hear from three of our past campers - Cassidy Scott, an accountant who has been able to build her lifestyle around what she wants (travel, stickers, fun!), Mellissa de Oliveira, who finally got laid off - and was happy about it, and Martie McNabb, whose camper, Brooklyn, was the star of the show at Camp Indie 2021. If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp. Whether you’re just starting out or have been on this path for years, you’ll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp).  www.campindie.com

In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie. In this episode, you'll hear from three of our amazing speakers this year - Nora Dunn, the OG digital nomad, Christine Lozada, drone queen extraordinaire currently driving around in a skoolie, and Scott Brills, the "most interesting man in the world". If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp. Whether you’re just starting out or have been on this path for years, you’ll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp).  www.campindie.com

In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie. In this episode, you'll hear from two past camp attendees who loved it so much in 2021 that they are coming back, Jason Robinson and John McKenzie, on how they were both able to quit their jobs and start traveling the world. If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp. Whether you’re just starting out or have been on this path for years, you’ll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp).  www.campindie.com

In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie. In this episode, hear from two of our main speakers, Erica Hackman and John Burnett, on how they've been able to build lifestyles that give them location, time, and financial freedom - and also how a trip to Qatar lead to a mud hut in Zambia and why storms on a remote island are a good thing! If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp. Whether you’re just starting out or have been on this path for years, you’ll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp).  www.campindie.com

Today we are talking with Jeremy Enns, founder of Podcast Marketing Academy and Counterweight Creative. I have had the honor of knowing ( & becoming great friends with) Jeremy since he first joined LI in 2016 and have watched his businesses grow like crazy. Jeremy (& his partner Kelly) are true digital nomads in that they have been living all over the world for years while working on their ever-expanding businesses. In this episode, we discuss digital nomad visas (& how things line up as they are supposed to), what the journey looks like from scrapping by to fully location independent, and why it is smart to build your business with a lifestyle-first mindset to avoid a lot of stressors that happen when you are growing your business.  We also get into why travel doesn't have to be the thing you build everything around, how having an exit strategy for your business is a positive thing especially when you are first starting it up, and how you know when you need to pivot or pull the plug. What was your biggest takeaway from today's episode?  Let us know over on Instagram! TLDR Jeremy's location independent journey from scrapping-by to flourishing Why a lifestyle-first mindset is important Travel doesn't have to be the thing you build everything around Why exit strategies are important even when first starting out How do you know when to pivot vs pull the plug Process first, outcome second Sitting in discomfort can help you find your life purpose Guest Bio Jeremy Enns is the founder of Podcast Marketing Academy, the only growth-focused podcast education platform for experienced creators, brands, and marketers looking to build long-term, sustainable audience growth systems. He loves any sport that involves a frisbee, used to co-host an explicit-rated ice cream podcast, once bicycled across Europe, and will always look back on the day he finally saved up enough money to buy the Millennium Falcon Lego set as one of his proudest achievements. Important Links Jeremy's page he created for all of you Seth Godin's Blog Post - Thirty Five + Years of Projects The Dip by Seth Godin Mark Manson's Blog Post - 7 Strange Questions That Help You Find Your Life Purpose Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)  

Rob Abasolo is called the "King of Short Term Rentals" and he has used AirBnB to quit his job, make waaaay more money than before, and do the stuff he loves (like building tiny houses, renovating motels, and giving people epic experiences).  But it wasn't always that way - in fact, his very first short term rental project that was supposed to take 3 months took 13!   It's no secret that I am a massive fan of real estate and short term rentals specifically, and so not only do Rob and I geek out on short term rentals on the podcast, but... ...we are also running a totally free 2 day workshop called "The 3 Biggest Myths About Short Term Rentals" on Oct 25th and 26th. Click here to join the workshop - it's totally free! So even if you don't know anything about short term rentals or if it's right for you, here's your chance to learn from two experts who learned the hard way!

Today we are talking with Craig Cannings, co-owner (with his wife Kelly) of Freelance University, father to five daughters, and lover of travel which means he fits in here in every way possible. I had the opportunity to get to know Craig over the last year and I couldn't wait to get him on the podcast because he effortlessly spits out fantastic insights without even trying. In this episode, we are getting into how building a business while raising little kids demands that you have systems in place,  why lifestyle first was the precipice for going on this journey into entrepreneurship, and how can you navigate a season of life change (like a business failing) in a way that best suits your family & your future self. We also get real about productivity & non-negotiable time and the role they play in the statement "I don't have enough time to build a business of my own" which (hint, hint) you have more time than you realize. If you want to enter into a new season of life, give this episode a listen because waiting for something to happen vs taking action is going to dictate your outcome and we give away some great insights and advice on how to make it happen. What are your expectations for starting your own business timewise? Are you being realistic?  Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio Craig Cannings is the co-founder of Freelance University with his wife, Kelly. Craig has had the privilege of helping over 20,000 students in 75 countries realize their dreams of launching a portable, freelance business (and lifestyle). He has enjoyed the great freedom of working from home and traveling abroad while raising 5 wonderful daughters. Important Links Freelance University Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)  

Today we are talking with Erica Hackman from The Nomadic Network who is also the owner of Decoding Online Dating. Erica and I go back a few years and she is one of my favorite people to talk to and it always seems like once we are together, we can spend hours upon hours talking about travel, and business, and even get into some deep topics effortlessly.   On this episode, we are getting into how people can ebb & flow from your life depending on the season you are currently in, why being comfortable being you can help you navigate your seasons of life, and how looking at your future through a lifestyle lens can make it less daunting and overwhelming. I adore our conversations and I am always learning and gaining so much great advice from my time talking with Erica.   When you look at the next 5 years from a lifestyle lens instead of a purely business mindset, what does it look like for you?  Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio Erica is the Director of Nomadic Matt's community: The Nomadic Network. After living around the world for years in places like Zambia, St Vincent, South Korea, Qatar, Costa Rica, and rural Thailand, Erica met Nomadic Matt and began her decade-long career working with a huge budget travel website that gets over 1.5 million readers each month. She's worked from my laptop for extended periods of time in Vietnam, Cambodia, Dubai, Costa Rica, the UK, South Africa, and Ghana. Her love for meeting people translated well when it came to building The Nomadic Network. Over the last 3 years, Erica and Nomadic Matt have created a thriving community that hosts in-person and virtual events that connect travelers to people and resources that get them traveling cheaper, better, longer, and more! Important Links The Nomadic Network Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)  

Today we are talking with Wanda Duncan from Black Women Travl Community, podcast host of the amazing Black Women Travel Podcast, and the creator of the International Black Women Travel Jubilee being held in Tbilisi, Georgia this year. We are getting into the macro and micro seasons that we all have in our lives, why she got her digital nomad visas to the countries of Georgia & Albania, how she broke away from the "normal" corporate life and dove head first into digital nomadism (& what she is looking for in a home base now), and what it was like to be a solo black woman traveler when the content creators surrounding the travel community weren't.  What season of life are you in right now? How are you navigating that space currently? Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio Wanda has been working and traveling as a digital nomad since 2016. She's the founder of Black Women Travl, a thriving community of Black women who center travel, wellness, and creating online streams of income. Join the Nomad Crew Collective, listen to the weekly show Black Women Travel Podcast, and attend the annual travel conference just for Black women coming up on October 1st and 2nd, the International Black Women Travel Jubilee. Where do you fit in? Come sit with us! Important Links Black Women Travl Black Women Travel Podcast International Black Women Travel Jubilee Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)  

We mentioned this last week but for the next few episodes, I will be bringing on people who I have known for quite a while (or new friends) to discuss the seasons of life & entrepreneurship based on their path to location independence. Today we are talking with Christine Lozada who is a travel creator, drone pilot, and podcast host of Everyday Badassery which is all about inspiring travel stories. She is all about travel and teaching thousands how to get the best shots using drones (and how not to destroy your drone in the process). You may recognize her from this year's Paradise Pack which included her course on How To Fly A Drone and since she is the "drone queen" you know you are learning from the best. We are diving into how a single decision can set your life onto a new season, how you don't have to follow the path that you decided on if it isn't working for you, and why opening up to your inherent badassery may be the best thing to keep you moving forward. All of this plus so much more is on the table as I talk with the amazing Christine Lazada so grab your favorite beverage and enjoy this episode. What is the most badassery thing you have done so far and what is still on the list? Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio Christine loves to explore the world from every angle - the land, underwater in the ocean while scuba diving, and from above in the sky with her three drones. As a travel creator, she captures the beauty of the places she travels to and tells stories that inspire and help others to discover new destinations.  She grew up in San Diego, California and after living the city life in SF and NYC while working in the corporate world of Walmart and Amazon, she realized the most badass thing she could do is to pursue a life of adventure and do things that help others to feel MORE alive: through travel, flying drones and living a more badass life. Important Links Side Hustle Success Challenge is OPEN  Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)    

We are back!!  For the next few episodes, I will be bringing on people who I have known for quite a while to discuss the seasons of life & entrepreneurship based on their path to location independence. Today I get the esteemed pleasure to talk with NatNJodie from House Sitting Academy who are some of my oldest and dearest friends that I have made since starting my own entrepreneurial journey. We are discussing what their current season of life entails, how they got there, and what is happening next. This is a look at the honest truth about the location indie lifestyle and how it progresses and morphs throughout our lives (aka seasons). What season is your life currently in? Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio NatnJodie started their full-time traveling lifestyle in 2013 with just $300USD to their name, with no credit, no savings, and no real income source, after losing everything in a business startup in Dubai.    Over the past 9.5 years, they have reduced their travel costs primarily by house sitting their way around the world. Something that lead them to create the House Sitting Academy, publish a book on house sitting and appear in several media publications, including a National Geographic book.    In 2021, a life-changing event happened that totally shifted their perspective on working and the constant ‘hustle’ to make money, creating a mindset shift to ’semi-retire’, completely slow down, and enjoy life more. And funnily enough, they made 10x more money than ever before! Important Links Side Hustle Success Challenge Waitlist - The event will be going on sale on the 12th Seasons of Life - Li Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)    

It has been a minute since we did a podcast but that is because we are imagining what this season is going to look like moving forward. During this episode, Trav is contemplating the seasons of life and how they have to end before new ones can begin. This can be exciting and terrifying all at once but it can also be a relief to realize that these moments are a part of the journey. Take a listen and see where are Trav's thoughts in this current season and what the future of the Location Indie podcast is going to look like. What season is your life currently in? Let us know over on Instagram! Important Links Saying Goodbye - Jason's Farewell Podcast Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page) Lifestyle Launch Academy  

How do you handle negative reviews? When you put yourself out there you will eventually get a bad review (or two or three) but how you take in the information will dictate the overall outcome. You can't let it beat you down but can those reviews sometimes be catalysts to new ideas and changes...Absolutely. Today we are diving into how we process negative reviews, steps to take to gleam any constructive criticism out of them, and how putting yourself in their shoes can make all the difference in how you feel about the review. This goes for any reviews you may receive in life whether they are from colleagues, friends, family, or strangers on the internet. How have you handled bad reviews?  What are your best tips and tricks for when you get criticism? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. Important Links Location Indie Laundry House on Spotify FREE Side Hustle Success Guide  

This is a hard one as change is oftentimes difficult. We are saying goodbye to one-half of the founding team at Location Indie and that is never easy. We are very excited about the new journey that he is going on and we get to watch him succeed in all the new ways that we know he will.  While we will miss our friend on the business end of things, he is still our friend and that will never change so family vacations, podcast guesting, and late-night phone calls will still be happening. Don't worry though because the LI podcast, community, and Lifestyle Launch Academy is still going strong and won't be going away anytime soon.  Change isn't inherently bad but a chance to redesign, rethink, and reimagine a bigger and better version of your life and how you live it. This is a good thing! We will miss you, brother! Important Links Zero To Travel Podcast Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide  

Do you struggle to make habits stick? What about, breaking habits? Have you had success in kicking some not-so-great habits to the curb? Trav & J are talking all about habits: building awareness of our habits, deciding which habits are serving you and which aren't, how you can change or morph the bad ones or solidify the good ones, and why you need a plan to execute the habits you want to continue. How do you go about habit making or breaking? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie.   Important Links Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide Atomic Habits by James Clear

We heard (& loved) your requests and are going to be exploring some different location independent careers throughout this year. If you have a specific type of work you want us to speak about (or bring on an expert) then hit us up at team@LocationIndie.com. But for today, Lynne & Kaycee are getting into what is a community manager, what tasks are expected, and what are the goals of a CM. They speak from years of experience running the Location Indie community as well as tons of Facebook Groups, and other types of paid and non-paid communities. If you have ever wondered what it is like to be a CM and are interested in learning more about this type of work then hang out with us as we get into the nitty-gritty. If you are running your own community then this may also help guide you as well. We hope you enjoy this episode and please let us know if you want to hear more from the ladies of LI by shooting us an email at team@locationindie.com or tagging us in a post on Instagram. Important Links Wander Your Way - Lynne Nieman Count On Me Virtual Assistant - Kaycee Bowen  

Today we are discussing why we spent 20k on coaching, how it can fast track your progress, and why coaching is such a positive investment in your future. You can get to the next level on your own or you can utilize the minds & experience of those who are already doing it and doing it well, the choice is always yours. We choose to invest in ourselves (& businesses) to get to the stage we want in a much faster fashion because we know that time is money and spending all that time to figure it out on our own wasn't going to benefit us in the long run. Have you ever invested in yourself & your dreams? Has coaching ever helped you in the past? What was the most impactful thing that has happened to you with a coach?  This Episode Lifestyle Launch Academy Location Indie  

Today is all about the 3 types of people who are trying to go location independent and we will narrow down the best way that we see to get you there. Here is some foreshadowing, the best way to go about it isn't the way that we necessarily got to location independence but join us as we dig into the triangle of freedom & give you some insights to get you the life you want & desire. What part of the triangle are you going after first, please email us at Team@locationindie.com and let us know! In This Episode: 01:40 Triangle Of Freedom 04:15 Save & Splurge Technique 10:00 Fly By The Seat Of Your Pants Technique 17:35 Sustainable Success Maker Technique 20:05 The Mystery 4th Bucket 22:45 Last Thoughts & Tips Important Links Location Indie  

So this episode is going to be a little different and that is because the team is taking over the podcast. Don't worry the guys will be back but you will also get to hear a bit more from the ladies of LI from time to time. When we were discussing what we wanted to talk about in today's episode, we knew right away that the #1 thing we all had in common was being females in the entrepreneurial world. So we will get into our struggles internally and externally, the joys and camaraderie of being around other amazing females, plus the pros and cons of being location independent in today's climate. We hope you enjoy this episode and please let us know if you want to hear more from the ladies of LI by shooting us an email at team@locationindie.com or tagging us in a post on Instagram. Important Links Wander Your Way - Lynne Nieman LilyAnnFouts.com - Lily Fouts Count On Me Virtual Assistant - Kaycee Bowen  

Today is the first day that you can pick up your own Paradise Pack but remember, this sale is only on until April 4th, 2022 so do not wait to grab a pack because once it is gone...it is gone forever! Today we are welcoming some more of our contributors to this year's pack including Erica Virvo Hackman from Nomadic Network & Our Whole Life Love, Annette Fortner from Chase for Adventure, and Craig Cannings from Freelance University. Just like in the pack, we are diving into all things travel, business, digital nomadism, and getting into the stories of each of our guests today. How did they get to where they are today? What were their biggest struggles? What did they do before their entrepreneurial journey? You will see yourself in one of the stories being shared and let it be your catalyst to create the lifestyle you have always dreamed of + we would be honored if the Paradise Pack played a role in getting you started on your journey. Have you picked up this year's pack? Let us know on our Instagram. Important Links The Paradise Pack - On Sale March 29th - April 4th Craig Cannings from Freelance University Annette Fortner with Chase for Adventure Erica Virvo Hackman from Nomadic Network & Our Whole Life Love