Rich and Remote with Alex and Karla Booth

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Rich and Remote with Alex and Karla Booth episodes

March 09How to Build a Viral Personal Brand Without Losing Yourself
A lot of Founders don’t lose themselves in relationships or bad jobs.
They lose themselves in their brand.
The internet rewards exaggeration. Algorithms reward performance. Virality rewards being loud, contrarian, and constantly visible. And somewhere in the middle of trying to grow, many Founder slowly become a hollow character.
In this episode of Rich & Remote, I unpack a question I get asked often by people who follow my content and eventually meet me in real life:
How do you build a viral personal brand without losing your identity?
This conversation is about how to scale visibility while staying rooted in who you really are.
In this episode, we talk about:
The difference between performing online and expressing something true
How to deal with the dopamine loop that comes from likes, impressions, and validation
Why founders sometimes start becoming characters inside their own brand
How to use algorithms strategically without becoming a slave to trends
A story about my super viral Presidential campaign
After years of building a personal brand that drives millions of impressions and helped grow a seven-figure company without ads, I’ve learned that attention is powerful but it can also be dangerous if you’re not grounded.
Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
Follow Alex and Karla:
Alex Booth: LinkedIn: Alexander Booth - Huckleberry Consulting | Facebook: GetCSM
Karla Singson: Instagram: @karlastefan | Facebook: Karla Singson | LinkedIn: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
38 min
February 17 The Lowdown on Entrepreneur Coliving with Cat Gong
In this episode of Rich & Remote, Karla is joined by Cat Gong, a tech consultant turned community curator who is building something special in Cape Town, South Africa.
Cat shares how her own remote work journey led her from Hawaii to Europe and eventually to launching Tempo Coliving, a curated living experience designed for location independent entrepreneurs and professionals. What started as a pandemic shift toward remote freedom turned into a deeper realization about community, connection, and intentional living.
They talk about why Cape Town is quietly becoming one of the most compelling destinations for digital nomads. Mountains meet the ocean. Surf in the morning. Work in the afternoon. Sunset dinners at night. All within twenty minutes of each other.
But this conversation goes deeper than scenery.
Cat explains why coliving is not a hostel and not just shared rent. It is curated chemistry. It is living with people who are building, exploring, and choosing freedom in real time. It is about who you become when you step outside autopilot and into community.
They unpack:
• What makes coliving different from roommates or short term rentals
• How curated communities create unexpected relationships
• Why Cape Town offers both lifestyle and leverage
• The honest downsides of shared living and social burnout
• How intentional community accelerates growth
They also talk about spontaneity, shared dinners, sunrise hikes, no phone focus sessions, and the magic that happens when ambitious people live under one roof.
If you have ever wondered what it would feel like to work remotely in one of the most beautiful cities in the world while living alongside other founders, creatives, and operators, this episode gives you the full picture.
There is currently one final room available at Tempo Coliving in Cape Town.
If this lifestyle speaks to you, visit:
tempocoliving.com
Apply, get on a call, and see if it is the right fit. If the current cohort is full, join the waitlist for the next chapter.
This might be the season you vote with your feet.
If you are building a remote business and want your money to support your life instead of quietly controlling it, this episode will help you rethink your relationship with spending, success, and self trust.
Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
Follow Alex and Karla:
Alex Booth: LinkedIn: Alexander Booth - Huckleberry Consulting | Facebook: GetCSM
Karla Singson: Instagram: @karlastefan | Facebook: Karla Singson | LinkedIn: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
51 min
January 06Mindful Spending and the Quiet Power of Financial Control
In this episode of Rich & Remote, Karla Singson shares a personal and honest reflection on money, self control, and the hidden link between spending habits and freedom. She opens up about how moving homes forced her to confront years of impulse buying, emotional spending, and the quiet stress that often follows financial success.
Karla walks through her shift toward mindful spending and how learning to pause before purchasing became a powerful tool for reclaiming control. What started as a practical experiment turned into a mindset shift that reduced anxiety, sharpened focus, and created space for what truly matters.
Throughout the episode, Karla connects money decisions to the larger Rich & Remote lifestyle. When spending becomes intentional, businesses feel lighter to run, personal choices become clearer, and freedom stops feeling like a moving target. This conversation reframes financial discipline not as deprivation, but as self respect and long term leverage.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why saying no to unnecessary spending builds confidence and clarity
How impulse buying creates hidden mental and emotional costs
The link between mindful spending and reduced stress
Why financial control leads to better decision making in business and life
How intentional money habits support time freedom and peace
Why real wealth is about choice, not consumption
Karla also shares real life examples of emotional spending, social media influence, and the internal dialogue many founders experience once they reach a certain income level. Her reflections offer a grounded reminder that freedom is not about how much you earn, but how consciously you choose.
If you are building a remote business and want your money to support your life instead of quietly controlling it, this episode will help you rethink your relationship with spending, success, and self trust.
Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
Follow Alex and Karla:
Alex Booth: LinkedIn: Alexander Booth - Huckleberry Consulting | Facebook: GetCSM
Karla Singson: Instagram: @karlastefan | Facebook: Karla Singson | LinkedIn: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
27 min
December 29, 2025Building Businesses Customers Never Want to Leave with Alex and Karla Booth
In this episode of Rich & Remote, Karla Singson sits down with Alex Booth to talk about one of the most overlooked drivers of freedom in business: customer experience.
They explore why the businesses that feel easiest to run are often the ones that invest deeply in retention, loyalty, and genuine care for their customers. Instead of chasing constant growth, these companies focus on creating experiences that make people stay, refer, and advocate.
Alex shares real-world stories from his work in customer success, highlighting how small, intentional moments can create massive long-term impact. From simple gestures to well-designed systems, this conversation shows how customer experience becomes a leverage point for founders who want stability, predictability, and more control over their time.
Karla connects the dots between customer delight and the Rich & Remote lifestyle. When customers stay longer and trust you more, businesses become calmer to operate, teams become easier to manage, and founders gain the space to design their work and life with intention.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why customer experience is a growth strategy, not a nice-to-have
• How retention creates freedom for founders and remote teams
• The difference between transactional service and meaningful loyalty
• Why memorable experiences reduce churn and increase referrals
• How customer success systems support a rich and remote lifestyle
• What founders get wrong about scaling before fixing retention
Alex also shares insights from helping fast-growing online businesses improve customer retention, lifetime value, and loyalty through better systems and clearer ownership. The conversation reframes customer success as a foundation for long-term independence, not just a support function.
If you want to build a business that feels lighter, more sustainable, and aligned with the life you want to live, this episode will shift how you think about customers and growth.
Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
Follow Alex and Karla:
Alex Booth: LinkedIn: Alexander Booth - Huckleberry Consulting | Facebook: GetCSM
Karla Singson: Instagram: @karlastefan | Facebook: Karla Singson | LinkedIn: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
1 hr 21 min
December 22, 2025Growing Profitable Ecom Communities with Shin Takeda
In this episode, Karla sits down with Shin Takeda, one of the smartest young operators in the ecommerce space and the community strategist behind several fast-growing creator and ecommerce brands.
Shin shares his journey from scrappy experimenter to becoming the go-to guy for building profitable, engaged online communities that don’t just gather people, they convert, retain, and create real brand loyalty. From his early missteps in dropshipping to managing multimillion-dollar launches, Shin breaks down what actually works when creating communities that feel alive, valuable, and worth paying for.
You’ll also hear how he navigated opportunities with some of the biggest names in the digital world, why ecommerce founders misunderstand “community,” and the simple frameworks he uses to drive engagement without burning himself or the audience out.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why most ecommerce “communities” fail before they even reach 100 members. Shin explains the common mistakes brands make when they treat communities like broadcast channels instead of ecosystems.
How to build a community that actually generates revenue. Not vague “engagement,” but actual product demand, recurring customers, and brand evangelists.
The surprising traits of effective community managers. Hint: it’s not hype, charisma, or being online 24/7, it’s operational understanding and emotional awareness.
The content formats that consistently spark participation. And how Shin uses them to grow retention rates, keep conversations meaningful, and create momentum.
What ecommerce brands can learn from fandom culture. Including why Gen Z responds to tribes, identity, and belonging more than coupons or discounts.
How Shin works with creators and operators behind the scenes. And the mindset that lets him juggle building communities, coaching founders, and scaling new ideas.
Karla and Shin also dive into real stories from Shin’s early days: the risks he took, the big breaks, the hard lessons, and the moment he realized community building wasn’t just a “nice to have,” but one of the most reliable profit centers in modern ecommerce.
If you’re running an ecommerce brand, building in the creator economy, or experimenting with paid groups, this episode will give you a clearer blueprint for building a community that thrives and pays for itself many times over.
Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
Follow Shin Takeda:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shinnosuke-takeda
Twitter: @shinnosuke_san
Instagram: @ecomwithshin
Follow Alex and Karla:
Alex Booth: LinkedIn: Alexander Booth - Huckleberry Consulting | Facebook: GetCSM
Karla Singson: Instagram: @karlastefan | Facebook: Karla Singson | LinkedIn: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
51 min
December 15, 2025Zero to Your First $20K/Month with Alex and Karla Booth
In this episode, Alex and Karla Booth break down the real lessons behind growing from zero to a steady $20K a month in online business revenue. They share the mindset shifts, daily habits, and systems that took them from uncertainty to consistency, and why most people give up right before it starts to work.
Alex opens up about leaving corporate life at Microsoft and Amazon to build his own business from scratch, while Karla reflects on how staying consistent with lead generation and storytelling built her outsourcing company into a long-term success.
Together, they reveal the six core lessons that helped them reach financial stability and freedom without losing their sanity.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why it’s okay to “build the plane while flying it” and how to adapt fast without losing focus

The one task founders must prioritize daily to keep revenue steady

How community and mastermind groups can accelerate your growth and confidence

Why retention matters more than new leads in your first scaling phase

How to use your personal story to attract clients and stand out in your industry

The mindset that keeps you going when the results feel far away

Alex and Karla also share stories of their early struggles, from endless lead generation hours to learning the power of consistent storytelling and human connection. Their advice is honest, simple, and designed for entrepreneurs ready to take their income and independence seriously.
If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to hit your first $20K month without burning out, this episode will show you the blueprint.
Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
Follow Alex and Karla:
Alex Booth: LinkedIn: Alexander Booth - Huckleberry Consulting | Facebook: GetCSM
Karla Singson: Instagram: @karlastefan | Facebook: Karla Singson | LinkedIn: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
29 min
December 08, 2025Peaceful Sales: How to Make Selling Anything Online Easy for Everyone with Pete Scott
In this episode, Karla sits down with Pete Scott, creator of the Peaceful Sales method, to talk about how selling online can feel calm, natural, and even enjoyable, whether you’re an introvert, an expert, or someone who hates “selling.”
Pete breaks down the psychology behind why people buy, why most coaches and creators overcomplicate the process, and how shifting your energy can transform your sales calls, your content, and the way clients respond to you. He shares the real reason people freeze up when it’s time to talk about their offer, and why emotional regulation, not scripts, is the secret ingredient behind effortless sales.
Karla and Pete dive into the biggest misconceptions about selling online, the hidden fears that stop people from making money, and the simple framework that helps you sell authentically without pressure or pushiness.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why sales feels scary for most people: How old stories, nervous system responses, and fear of rejection show up on calls and in your content.
The Peaceful Sales principle that makes closing feel easy instead of stressful: Why clients say “yes” when you’re grounded, calm, and connected instead of trying to impress.
How to stop sounding like every other coach or creator online: The subtle shift that helps you speak in your real voice and attract people who want exactly what you offer.
Why being overly prepared can backfire: How overthinking and over-scripting disconnect you from the person you're trying to help.
The one question that instantly uncovers what your client actually needs: And why listening deeply is more effective than trying to “pitch.”
How to sell high-ticket offers without feeling like a fraud: Pete breaks down the mindset, confidence, and emotional clarity required to sell transformational results.
Pete also shares powerful insights from his years of coaching sales professionals, including real examples of how small emotional shifts changed not just their business results but their confidence, presence, and relationships. His approach is simple, grounded, and refreshingly human, making sales feel accessible even for people who think they’re “not good at it.”
If you’ve ever felt anxious before a sales call or unsure how to talk about your offer online, this episode will give you the tools, clarity, and peace of mind to start selling with confidence.
Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote

Follow Pete Scott & Resources:
Join the Community: Explore his methodology in the Peaceful Sales Community with Pete Scott.
Deep Dive: Buy his book to learn the complete Peaceful Sales framework.
Connect with Pete:
Facebook: Pete Scott
Instagram: @petejscott
YouTube: Pete Scott
Website: Peaceful Sales with Pete Scott
Follow Karla:
Instagram: @karlastefan
Facebook: Karla Stefan Singson
LinkedIn: Karla Singson
YouTube: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
41 min
December 01, 2025I Loved My Job, Hated My Life with Alex and Karla Booth
In this episode, Alex and Karla Booth open up about the side of success no one talks about: what it feels like to finally get the dream job, the dream income, the dream city, and still feel completely stuck.
Alex shares his journey from Microsoft to Amazon, where he had everything he thought he wanted (a great salary, a beautiful Seattle life, a prestigious role, and a clear path upward), but inside he felt trapped. He talks about the exact moment he realized he loved his job but hated his life, and why staying on that path would have cost him more than it gave.
Karla reflects on watching Alex’s inner shift happen in real time, why so many "high achievers" hit this invisible wall, and what it really takes to admit that something isn’t working, even when it looks perfect on paper. Together, they break down the emotional, psychological, and practical turning points that pushed them toward remote work, freedom, and a life designed intentionally.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The illusion of the dream job.
How achievement, promotions, and prestige can mask deep dissatisfaction and loneliness.
Why so many people love their work but hate the life attached to it: The commute, the weather, the isolation, the burnout, and the cost of living that slowly wear you down.
The pivotal moment that made Alex walk away from corporate life: What happened on that bus ride home and why it changed everything.
How to recognize when it’s time to leave, even if everything looks "good enough": Signs your lifestyle is draining you even when your career is thriving.
Why freedom isn’t about quitting your job, but about choosing your life: The mindset shift that helped Alex and Karla rebuild their careers on their own terms.
The unexpected clarity that comes from stepping away from a path that no longer fits you: How Alex finally understood who he was outside of corporate identity and why that changed how he works today.
Alex and Karla also share intimate, raw moments from this season of transition (from burnout weekends to long commutes to feeling like life only existed on Saturdays). Their stories offer an honest look at what it’s like to outgrow a life you worked so hard to build, and why choosing yourself isn’t selfish but necessary.
If you’ve ever wondered what it really feels like to look successful on the outside while struggling internally, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.
Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
Follow Alex and Karla:
Alex Booth: LinkedIn: Alexander Booth - Huckleberry Consulting | Facebook: GetCSM
Karla Singson: Instagram: @karlastefan | Facebook: Karla Singson | LinkedIn: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
36 min
October 21, 2024 10 Mistakes that Founders Make when They Outsource on their Own
Well, the title says it all. Check out this episode for the Top 10 that Founders make when they Outsource on their Own.
I’ve been in this industry for almost a decade and I’ve seen Founders make these mistakes over and over again when they choose to do DIY outsourcing. Of course, before they come to us.
There’s tons of nuances that go into it, and in this podcast, I share it all. This is a juicy behind-the-scenes episode, brought only by someone with our experience of hiring 500+ VAs, managers, and team members, and helping hundreds of clients over the years.
I love talking about this topic because it helps me help Founders in our pursuit of living life and doing business on our own terms. That’s my vibe, always. And I’ll always root for you!
When you’re ready for some pros to get you out of this rut though, check out how you can grow your online business fast and easy with managed outsourcing here.

Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
Follow Alex and Karla:
Alex Booth: LinkedIn: Alexander Booth - Huckleberry Consulting | Facebook: GetCSM
Karla Singson: Instagram: @karlastefan | Facebook: Karla Singson | LinkedIn: Karla Singson
Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible!
If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too.
Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you.
See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time.
27 min
June 03, 2024Stupidly Simple Ways to Get Clients for Your B2B Online Business
Are you an ONLINE BUSINESS OWNER who provides services to international clients?
Virtual assistant agency
Design agency
Tech agency (Wordpress, Web Development, Ecommerce builds)
Accountant services
Customer Support agency
And a lot more!

Check out this special Remote Rockstars episode on the Youtube live event I did in May 2024.

If you struggle with leads, this is for you!

And don't forget, if you need help, you can always outsource that! You know where to find me - ProximityOutsourcing.com
36 min

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