His Journey From Silicon Valley Executive to Location Independence with Global Nomad Pass Founder Safir Jamal | EP 1
Digital Nomad Nation - Inspiring Stories From the Location Independent Lifestyle
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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.
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DISCLAIMER:
Listening to stories of beachside zoom calls, mountainside work views, 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 co-working spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working and traveling and buying a one-way ticket to Bali. Get ready to start living ...
Chapters
1. His Journey From Silicon Valley Executive to Location Independence with Global Nomad Pass Founder Safir Jamal | EP 1 (00:00:00)
2. How the pandemic prompted relocation (00:15:19)
3. Struggles with balancing work and leisure activities (00:22:52)
4. What you must do before becoming remote (00:38:01)
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