Chronicles Abroad

In this episode of Global Grind, we discuss how to leverage your content to create visibility so you can get abroad. We dive a bit deeper into the different social media platforms and their effectiveness. Such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. We also learned about a few others that you could add to your toolbelt.

Once you've decided on a platform then pick a niche and begin indexing your industry knowledge online. And sometimes the narrower the topic the better.

We help you to think about the following: 1. Use your content as an excuse to reach out to thought leaders and start conversations. 2. It's not about the number of people who read your content it's about making sure you have quality content. 3. Obtain the data from the social media platform that you chose, so you can better understand your audience.

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1. Create a social media account on any of the platforms we've talked about (or one that resonates with you). 2. Post a piece of content, it can range from a small tweet to a full-blown blog post. 3. Engage one industry leader either through a tweet or a DM to start building connections.

Do you have more questions? Or a topic you want us to unpack? Any feedback? Send us an email at [email protected].

You can also check Aaron out on his blog.

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Berna Anat and her partner paid off $50,000 in student loans and credit card debts. Which allowed them to save up enough financial resources to travel for a year. Berna then quit her job and bought a one-way ticket to New Zealand.

This led her to create Felicia's Wallet to help others become debt free. Now Berna is traveling the world, co-hosting a podcast called Ticket2Blog with Jema Patterson of Half The Clothes, which provides super practical steps on how to be a blogger and a nomad without losing your mind or selling your soul.

In this episode, we laughed so hard but you'll be inspired by the following: 1. Shoot your shot. Whatever it is that you want to do you have to just shoot your shot and go for it. 2. Be easy on yourself and manage to be louder than your inner critic. 3. Let go and stop having to plan everything.

Want to connect more with Berna? Check her out on these following social media platforms:

Instagram Hey Berna Her website Hey Berna

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Berna Anat and her partner paid off $50,000 in student loans and credit card debts. Which allowed them to save up enough financial resources to travel for a year. Berna then quit her job and bought a one-way ticket to New Zealand. This led her to create Felicia's Wallet to help others become debt free. Now Berna is traveling the world, co-hosting a podcast called Ticket2Blog with Jema Patterson of Half The Clothes, which provides super practical steps on how to be a blogger and a nomad without losing your m

In this episode of Global Grind, we have a thoughtful discussion about networking. Some people hate it and some people love it. You can grow to love it if you shift your perspective and have a different approach to expanding your network.

We help you to think of the following:

1. Don't go for the big ask right away. Like dating, you flirt first before asking them to dinner, so with networking build a genuine rapport with the people you want to connect with.

2. Don't be afraid to be candid. Let the person know what you're struggling with especially if it's something they too have struggled with. It's a great way to relate.

3. Your approach should always focus on THEM. First, see what you can offer them and how you can help them with what they're doing. Because over time, when you give someone value they'll return the favor.

4. Know that it takes time, therefore, enjoy the journey. If someone doesn't respond just keep trying.

And at the end of the episode, we give you an action plan to help you get your international journey started.

Bonus: Google your name and see what comes up. If there is a picture of you riding a mechanical bull topless while holding a Budweiser, remove that image from Google. You should be ashamed of yourself, who drinks Budweiser?!

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1. Over the next week, add at least two new connections on LinkedIn who are currently living in the city you want to live in (ideally they are expats).

2. Start one conversation over social media with someone who is currently living in the city you want to live in (this person could be one of your new LinkedIn contacts.

Do you have more questions? Or a topic you want us to unpack? Any feedback? Send us an email at [email protected].

You can also check Aaron out on his blog.

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Harry Bates is a neo-shaman who is a retired illustrator and living in Thailand. He moved with two of his children abroad and currently calls Thailand home. He has been living in Thailand for 10+ years.

We get a little mystical in this episode as we dive deep into Harry's shamanistic abilities.

In this episode you'll be inspired by the following: 1. Throw your fear out of the window. 2. You may have to visit a place a few times before you take the final leap. 3. Whether you're raising your children in your home country or in another country, the parenting doesn't change.

Want to connect more with Harry? Check him out on his website:

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Harry Bates is a neo-shaman who is a retired illustrator and living in Thailand. He moved with two of his children abroad and currently calls Thailand home. He has been living in Thailand for 10+ years. We get a little mystical in this episode as we dive deep into Harry's shamanistic abilities. In this episode you'll be inspired by the following: 1. Throw your fear out of the window. 2. You may have to visit a place a few times before you take the final leap. 3. Whether you're raising your children in your

In this episode, we help you to narrow down what an international career is––as this term is very vague. We dive deep into what your options are such as NGOs, freelancing, the Peace Corps, etc.

We help you to consider the following:

1. What do you want to do? International career is very vague.

2. How to choose the right country for you and things to consider when selecting a location.

3. Use Numbeo to determine a fair salary across different economies.

Also, consider the type of life you want to have abroad: Slower pace = Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panamá Big Adventure = India, China Comfortable or family = Staying in the West or Southeast Asia

And at the end of the episode, we give you an action plan to help you get your international career started.

Check out these helpful blog posts:

The Secret To Moving Abroad Part 1 and Part 2.

Tip: Whatever you hear about a country from an ex-pat is exaggerated. Nowhere is nearly as good or nearly as terrible as someone online says. It is 30% better than they say and 30% not as cool as they claim.

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Look at a map and pick two different cities that interest you.

Do you have more questions? Or a topic you want us to unpack? Any feedback? Send us an email at [email protected].

You can also check Aaron out on his blog.

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Cepee and Annette are two friends from Texas who "hit refresh" and embraced the road less traveled.

They started an online community called She Hit Refresh for women 30 years and older who want to break free from their routine and start a life of travel but also created a space for those who are already doing so.

In this episode you'll be inspired by the following: 1. You can hit refresh and start your life over after the age of 30 (and as many times as you want to). 2. You can create any journey you want so don't worry about what and how other people are doing things. 3. You don't have to do it all at once, take your time and throw FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out), out of the window.

Want to connect more with Cepee, Annette, and the She Hit Refresh community? Check them out on these following social media platforms:

Instagram: She Hit Refresh

Facebook: She Hit Refresh

Blog: She Hit Refresh

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Would you like to finally make that move abroad?

Aaron Horwath, our Vietnam expat guest from episode 7 of the Chronicles Abroad podcast, is back with a segment we call Global Grind.

Over the next several weeks on Global Grind, Aaron is our guest host alongside, Nubia, and Frantzces will be covering the entire process of moving your life and career abroad.

In this episode, we discuss some of the fundamental questions to think about to begin the process of moving abroad. Here are a few of the many questions we pose to help you get started:

1. Why do you want to move abroad?

2. Have you thought about testing out the waters first before moving?

3. What are your aspirations for your career abroad?

4. Have you considered some of the downsides of living abroad? This is where we share a realistic perspective of living abroad.

And at the end of the episode, we give you an action plan to help you get your international journey started.

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Write down three different cities and locations you think you might be interested in living in.

Read at least one blog post (or watch one vlog) of someone who is currently (or was) living in that city (even better, read one positive and one negative one)

After each post, reflect on the following: can you honestly see yourself living in those locations long term?

Do you have more questions? Or a topic you want us to unpack? Any feedback? Send us an email at [email protected].

You can also check Aaron out on his blog.

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While running a successful business and having all the material possessions she wanted, she felt like something was missing from her life. Lakeitha sold all of her things and has embarked on a journey she calls 50 things before 50.

In this episode, you'll be inspired to remember:

1. No matter how old you are, it's never too late to reset your life and start something new. 2. Law of attraction is a real thing so pay attention to your words and your energy. Whatever you speak will manifest into the physical world. 3. To take some risks and do one or two things outside of your comfort zone.

Want to connect more with Lakeitha? Check her out on these following social media platforms:

Instagram: Lakeitha

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