Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Sheila shares her story of going abroad to play basketball in Scotland, then in Barcelona. She shares the strain that her decision to live abroad has caused with her family, how she prepared for life after basketball, being a serial entrepreneur, living in Andorra, and how she navigates her intercultural relationship.

This Episode Covers:

• Going to Grad School in Edinburgh
• Playing Basketball in Scotland
• Playing Basketball in Barcelona
• Living & Working in Spain
• Dating within Catalan Culture
• Moving to Andorra
• Managing Survivor's Guilt

To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes

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Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Umutesi shares her moving abroad journey, which initially had her set to move to Tokyo; however, due to the pandemic, she decided to move to Kigali, Rwanda, and then to Berlin, Germany, where she now resides. Umutesi also shares tips on maintaining mental health and building community abroad. 

This Episode Covers:

• Studying Abroad in Seoul, South Korea
• Learning Languages
• Working in Mental Health in Kigali
• Immigrating to Berlin
• Working in Multicultural Client-oriented Counseling in Berlin
• Dating Abroad
• Cultivating Belonging and Building Community Abroad

To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

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Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Ani shares the traumatizing event that was the catalyst of her journey abroad. She shares stories about moving to Mexico, and Morocco, studying in England, and moving with her son. Listen to how Ani has created an "unbothered" life in Bath, England.

This Episode Covers:

• Living in Mexico

• Living in Morocco

• Immigrating to England

• Studying an MFA in Bath, England

• Moving Abroad with a Teenager.

• Unschooling

• Navigating the English Education System

• Reflections on Finding Softness Abroad

• Reflections on Being Black and Abroad

• How Wellness has Evolved Through the Experience of Living Abroad

To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

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Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Tiandra shares her story of moving to Montevideo, Uruguay after only visiting one time, how she has found a sense of belonging, cultivated community, and navigated the Uruguayan immigration process.

This Episode Covers:

• Immigrating from the US to Uruguay

• Finding Employment & Working in Montevideo

• Healthcare in Uruguay

• Dealing with Taxes

• Black and Abroad in Uruguay

• Uruguayan Black Community

• Reflections on Finding Softness in Uruguay

• Cultivating Community & Belonging

• How Wellness has Evolved Through the Experience of Living Abroad

To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

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Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

In this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Giulia shares her journey of moving to New York City to attend university, how living in the US has impacted her as a Black Brazilian-Italian woman, and how her book and platform "Fashion on the Beat" illuminate the diverse stories and perspectives in the fashion industry. 

This Episode Covers:

• Growing up in Tuscany

• Attending University in the US

• US International Student Visas

• Working in Fashion

• Black Identity as a Black Brazilian-Italian Woman

• Dating in the US

• Fashion on the Beat (Book and platform)

To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

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Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

This episode is a podcast swap with Matt Bowles of The Maverick Show podcast  (https://www.themaverickshow.com/ ). You can check out my episode (https://www.themaverickshow.com/podcast/177-moving-abroad-with-intention-and-empowering-black-women-to-flourish-in-the-foreign-with-christine-job/) with Matt and be sure to subscribe to his podcast! 

Libryia Jones shares her experience traveling to Ghana with her daughter in 2019 for "The Year of Return" and discusses her (and her daughter's) reflections on Ghanaian culture, learning the history of the West African slave trade, and the feeling of being in a Black-majority country.  Libryia then opens up about her upbringing in Tallahassee, Florida, dreaming of world travel as a kid, and saving up for her first international trip at age 25.  She then talks about traveling to 40 countries, co-founding Wandering Moms, and organizing a 12-month trip around the world with her daughter and other families. 

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

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Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

In this episode of, Flourish in the Foreign, Toddre' Monier of Blaxit 2 Africa shares her experiences of studying, volunteering, and living in various countries across Africa.

This Episode Covers:

• Volunteering in Zimbabwe
• Attending University in Ghana
• Volunteering for the Truth & Reconciliation Commission in South Africa
• Being a Peace Corps Volunteer in Namibia
• Living in Mallorca
• Healthcare & Caregiving in Nairobi
• Dating in Nairobi
• And much more!

To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

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Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

This is the sixth and LAST episode of a SPECIAL mini-season all about Building A Business Abroad. In this episode, Christine answers YOUR questions about starting a business. If you want to submit a question for the next Ask Me Anything episode submit it here (https://www.speakpipe.com/FlourishInTheForeignAskMe). This mini-season will cover how to get started, give you some clear business ideas, hear from people who have already done it and give you a basic framework to BET ON YOURSELF and build a business that will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. 

This Episode Covers:

• How do I select a business idea?

• I have the business idea, but I feel too overwhelmed. Where do I start?

• How do I make my first sale? How do I convert clients accustomed to receiving my services for free to start paying?

• How do I put myself and my business "out there", especially on social platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc) where my past colleagues might see me?

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

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Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

Build A Business Abroad

• Listen to the Build A Business Abroad Playlist
  • S3 E 1: Black Women Building Businesses Abroad | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 2: How Jannese Torres-Rodriguez Created A Six-Figure Blog | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 3: The Wellness of Entrepreneurship for Black Women & WOC | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 4: How To Get Started | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 5: Creating, Launching & Monetizing a Podcast | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 6: Ask Me Anything: Your Questions Answered | Build A Business Abroad
• https://www.ChristineJob.com 

This is the fifth episode of a SPECIAL mini-season all about Building A Business Abroad. In this episode, Christine chats with Danielle Desir Corbett about launching and monetizing a podcast. This episode is pt. 2 of How She Built This, listen to part 1 here. This mini-season will cover how to get started, give you some clear business ideas, hear from people who have already done it, and give you a basic framework to BET ON YOURSELF and build a business that will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. 

Danielle's Podcast Shopping List

To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

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• Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/)

Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

Build A Business Abroad

• Listen to the Build A Business Abroad Playlist
  • S3 E 1: Black Women Building Businesses Abroad | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 2: How Jannese Torres-Rodriguez Created A Six-Figure Blog | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 3: The Wellness of Entrepreneurship for Black Women & WOC | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 4: How To Get Started | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 5: Creating, Launching & Monetizing a Podcast | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 6: Ask Me Anything: Your Questions Answered | Build A Business Abroad
• https://www.ChristineJob.com 

This is the fourth episode of a SPECIAL mini-season all about Building A Business Abroad. In this episode, Christine walks you through how to build your business. Based on the Build A Business Abroad guide, this episode will help you through the process of having an idea to having a business. This mini-season will cover how to get started, give you some clear business ideas, hear from people who have already done it, and give you a basic framework to BET ON YOURSELF and build a business that will help you pursue a FLOURISHING life abroad. 

Flourish in the Foreign Resources

• Podcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com)
• Buy Me a Coffee  (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign)
• Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/)

Episode Credits:

Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & Editor

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

Build A Business Abroad

• Listen to the Build A Business Abroad Playlist
  • S3 E 1: Black Women Building Businesses Abroad | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 2: How Jannese Torres-Rodriguez Created A Six-Figure Blog | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 3: The Wellness of Entrepreneurship for Black Women & WOC | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 4: How To Get Started | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 5: Creating, Launching & Monetizing a Podcast | Build A Business Abroad
  • S3 E 6: Ask Me Anything: Your Questions Answered | Build A Business Abroad
• https://www.ChristineJob.com