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In this episode of Passport To Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA talks with Blair Hoover, expat financial independence coach and educator, about what it really takes to pursue FIRE while living overseas. After losing money in an offshore savings plan early in her journey, Blair transformed that experience into the foundation of her financial education. Less than a decade later, she and her husband reached financial independence in their mid-40s.

Blair explains why expats are frequently targeted with high fee products, how fear and shame keep many people stuck in cash, and why taking imperfect action is often better than waiting for the perfect plan. She also shares how frugality, relationships, and quality of life can coexist, and how spending in alignment with your values can make the journey sustainable.

If you are dreaming about financial independence abroad but feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or behind, this conversation will show you a practical and human path forward.

1. Blair Hoover transitioned from teaching to financial coaching after realizing the complexities of expat finances.
2. Investing in proper financial education is crucial for expats to avoid losing money in bad investment schemes.
3. Living frugally and saving aggressively can lead to financial independence in a shorter time frame.
4. Social connections are important, and spending on relationships can be seen as an investment.
5. Financial coaching focuses on behavior and values, not just numbers and investments.
6. Starting your financial journey is more important than optimizing it from the beginning.
7. Opportunity costs are significant, especially for expats who may have limited investment options.
8. It's essential to seek professional advice when moving countries to navigate complex tax laws.
9. Blair emphasizes the importance of ongoing support in financial coaching for sustained success.
10. Retirement can be achieved earlier through strategic financial planning and disciplined saving.

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Pricing coaching services after corporate can expose an uncomfortable truth: experienced professionals pricing like beginners.

In this episode, I sit down with Glasa Gottschalk, Life & Business Mindset Coach and founder of G.I.I. Coaching & Consulting, to talk about why that happens — and what needs to shift.

From well-meaning but misguided advice inside certification programs to the carryover of effort-based, hourly thinking, we explore how corporate experience quietly gets discounted when professionals move into coaching. We also discuss the difference between pricing based on time and pricing based on transformation — and why separating identity from pricing changes everything.

If you’ve transitioned from corporate into coaching, this conversation will challenge how you’re approaching pricing coaching services — and whether your fees truly reflect the experience you bring.

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Session 1: Where Do I Even Start?

Joanna has done the research. She's read the articles, compared the studies, questioned who funded what. She's a scientist by training—she wants the data.

But here's the thing about health: the data that matters most is yours.

In this first session, Danna and Joanna sit down to map out the terrain. Sleep? Actually pretty solid (thanks, progesterone and a strict bedtime routine). Diet? A mix of good intentions and survival mode—lentils for the kids, delivery when no one feels like cooking, and chocolate stashed in every drawer.

The plan isn't dramatic. It's doable: protein at lunch, bulletproof coffee in the morning, eggs before the big meal.

The real shift? Permission to stop chasing perfection and start paying attention.

This is session one of Joanna's health journey. New sessions drop once a month.

If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.

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The first session is done—and Danna and Megan are debriefing. What just happened? What worked? What do listeners need to know about getting the most out of health coaching?

Joanna came in like a lot of first-timers: a little anxious, full of questions, not quite sure how coaching works. She wanted a program. A protocol. Something concrete. But that's not how this goes. Good coaching isn't about talking at someone—it's about listening, pulling out what's really going on, and meeting people where they are.

The good news? Joanna already prioritizes sleep. That's huge. And she wants to understand the why behind everything—her scientific brain is an asset here, not a hurdle.

For anyone starting coaching: show up present. Take a few breaths. Stay in touch between sessions. And know that your coach isn't judging you—they're just your accountability partner, checking in to say, "Hey, remember me? I'm still here."

This is the debrief after session one of Joanna's health journey.

If you want to hear all the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.

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If you want to hear the original coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.

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00:00 Introduction to Session

00:42 First Impressions and Key Takeaways

01:38 Coaching Techniques and Client Interaction

03:37 Addressing Client's Concerns and Goals

09:46 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps

Becoming a Health Coach provides resources and inspiration for anyone interested in becoming a health coach. Recorded and Produced in Switzerland. Member of the SwissCast Podcast Network.

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The SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.

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To listen to Danna's full session with Joanna, you've got to check out our other podcast, So Frickin' Healthy. The episodes are about 30 minutes, and you'll hear the full conversation how Donna navigates the session in real time and the specific health struggles Joanna is facing.

Listen to Joanna's full coaching sessions on So Frickin' Healthy - Playlist

Chapter 0: Before We Begin

Meet Joanna: working mom, twin wrangler, cheese enthusiast. She's got four-year-old twins, a ten-year-old who moonlights as a paid babysitter, and a brain that hasn't known single-tasking in years.

She's here because of the afternoon crash—that 2pm slump that wipes her out. She wants her focus back, her energy back, her brain back. But she's also clear about what she's not here for: diets. Diet culture. Anything she wouldn't want her daughters to see.

Joanna eats flexitarian, leans plant-based for the planet, but isn't giving up cheese anytime soon. She's skeptical of the perimenopause hype (especially when someone's trying to sell her supplements). She wants changes that are sustainable, not restrictive.

Danna's answer? The 80/20 rule. Eat well most of the time. Enjoy your life. No diets. No guilt. Just figuring out what actually works for her body.

This is where Joanna's health journey begins.

If you want to hear all the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.

Listen to all the post session debriefs

If you want to hear the original coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.

Listen to all the coaching sessions

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00:00 Introduction and Initial Greetings

00:14 Parenting Challenges and Coping Strategies

03:12 Diet and Nutrition Discussion

05:24 Health Concerns and Lifestyle Factors

12:30 Stress, Sleep, and Final Thoughts

Becoming a Health Coach provides resources and inspiration for anyone interested in becoming a health coach. Recorded and Produced in Switzerland. Member of the SwissCast Podcast Network.

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Becoming a Health Coach is a proud member and production of the SwissCast Network

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To listen to Danna's full session with Joanna, you've got to check out our other podcast, So Frickin' Healthy. The episodes are about 30 minutes, and you'll hear the full conversation how Donna navigates the session in real time and the specific health struggles Joanna is facing.

Listen to Joanna's full coaching sessions on So Frickin' Healthy - Playlist

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Thanks for listening to the introduction episode for our coaching series with Joanna.

This project follows a real three-month coaching engagement with six coaching sessions. We recorded the coaching sessions themselves, plus Joanna’s full health history, plus debrief episodes where Danna and I reflect on the coaching session and break down what we were listening for.

Here’s the easiest way to listen, depending on what you want more of.

If you want to hear the actual coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.

If you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), you’re in the right place on Becoming a Health Coach.

To make it simple, we will link everything in the show notes each week so you can follow along in order.

Start here on Becoming a Health Coach: Joanna’s Health History

Then head to So Frickin’ Healthy: Coaching Session 1–6

After each session, come back to Becoming a Health Coach: Coaching Debrief 1–6

And finish here: Joanna’s Reflection Episode

You do not need to listen to every single episode to get value out of this series, but if you want the full story arc, listening in order is the way to go.

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To listen to Danna's full session with Joanna, you've got to check out our other podcast, So Frickin' Healthy. The episodes are about 30 minutes, and you'll hear the full conversation how Donna navigates the session in real time and the specific health struggles Joanna is facing.

Listen to Joanna's full coaching sessions on So Frickin' Healthy - Playlist

Becoming a Health Coach is a proud member and production of the SwissCast Network

The SwissCast Podcast Network is here to amplify the diverse voices and unique stories of Switzerland—all in English. Whether you're a Swiss local fluent in English, an expat, or simply curious about Swiss culture, SwissCast offers engaging content that speaks directly to you.

Check out more great podcasts on the SwissCast Network

We're doing something we've never done before on So Frickin' Healthy. We're opening the doors to real health coaching sessions and letting you listen in.

Over the next six episodes, you'll hear actual coaching conversations between Danna and a client we're calling Joanna. This isn't polished. This isn't edited to sound perfect. This is real coaching in action, with all the messy, honest, breakthrough moments that come with it.

Why are we sharing this?

Because so many of you ask us what health coaching actually looks like. How does it work? What happens in these sessions? What kind of changes can happen when you have someone helping you navigate your health challenges?

This series answers those questions.

What you'll gain from listening:

You'll see how coaching helps someone work through real health challenges. You'll learn tools and strategies you can apply to your own health journey. You'll understand what it's like to work with a health coach. And you might just recognize yourself in some of these conversations.

Meet Joanna

Joanna is a woman in her early 40s dealing with the kind of health struggles so many of you tell us about. She's generously agreed to share her coaching journey with you, and we're incredibly grateful for her vulnerability and openness.

This is a six-episode series. Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss any part of Joanna's journey.

If you want to hear the all of the coaching sessions (the real-time coaching conversations between Danna and Joanna), listen on So Frickin’ Healthy.

Listen to all the coaching sessions

If you want the coaching “behind the scenes” (health history, coaching debriefs, and Joanna’s reflection), listen on Becoming a Health Coach.

Listen to all the post session debriefs

Check out the So Frickin' Healthy Website

Leave us a Voicemail

Join the So Frickin' Healthy Community

Watch us on YouTube

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In this episode of Passport To Wealth™, Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Aditi Kapadia, CFA®, CFP®, founder of Wealth IQ and a cross-border financial planner specializing in US and Canada financial planning.

Aditi shares her personal journey of moving to the US as a Canadian expat, navigating two tax systems, managing cross-border income, and rebuilding her financial framework from the ground up. Together, Arielle and Aditi break down the most common challenges globally mobile professionals face, including tax residency, investment alignment, compensation planning, and major life transitions across borders.

This conversation focuses on clarity over complexity and provides practical, plain-English insights for anyone managing finances between the US and Canada. Whether you are planning a move, already living abroad, or working across borders, this episode offers essential guidance to help you make confident, informed financial decisions.

For a trusted path to expert cross-border guidance don't forget to go to passporttowealth.com .

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Takeaways:

1. Aditi Kapadia is a dual citizen of Canada and the US.
2. Understanding currency exchange rates is crucial for financial planning.
3. Credit history in the US is vital and can be challenging for newcomers.
4. Many people make the mistake of leaving their finances untouched after moving.
5. Retirement accounts in Canada and the US cannot be combined.
6. The TFSA in Canada does not provide the same benefits in the US.
7. Property ownership in Canada has different tax implications than in the US.
8. Hiring a cross-border accountant can save time and money.
9. It's important to consult with professionals when moving across borders.
10. Building a community of support is essential for expatriates.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Cross-Border Financial Planning

04:26 Navigating Currency and Exchange Rates

09:24 Understanding Credit History and Financial Systems

13:52 Common Mistakes in Cross-Border Financial Planning

22:51 Retirement Accounts and Property Ownership

27:22 The Importance of Hiring a Cross-Border Accountant

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Sustainable recovery from burnout isn't just about taking time off—it's about having the right tools and resources to maintain momentum and avoid falling back into old patterns. In this solo episode, Karina shares her top 5 go-to resources that have made a real difference in her own burnout recovery journey.

These recommendations span books, frameworks, and talks that address everything from the biology of stress to the emotional weight of resentment. Whether you're currently in burnout, recovering from it, or working to prevent it, these resources offer practical wisdom, comfort, and actionable strategies.

The 5 Resources:

1. Designing Your Life series by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans - Learn how design thinking can help you make better decisions, reframe challenges, live a coherent life, and even redesign your job (or quit well if needed)
2. Resentment Journal by Cait Donovan - A powerful alternative to toxic positivity that helps you acknowledge and work with resentment as a superpower for understanding what really matters to you
3. Easily You by Elodie Caucigh - A poetic, non-linear book that offers comfort and insight through narratives, poems, and reflections on finding wellbeing
4. Nothing Left to Give by Shannon Swales - A psychologist's contemporaneous journal entries chronicling her burnout experience, offering real-time perspective and practices
5. "The Cure for Burnout (Hint: It Isn't Self-Care)" - TED Talk by Emily and Amelia Nagoski explaining the biology of stress, the stress cycle, and how to complete it

Resources mentioned in this episode:

1. Designing Your Life: Designing Your Life
2. Resentment Journal: Cait Donovan Journal
3. Easily You: Elodie Caucigh Book
4. Nothing Left to Give: Shannon Swales Book
5. The Cure for Burnout (TED Talk): Nagoski Ted Talk

Have a resource that helped you? Share it in the comments or send Karina a message—sharing is caring, and the community benefits from knowing what support exists.

Back After Burnout is for education and inspiration only and does not constitute medical, mental-health, legal, or employment advice. Every burnout journey is unique—always consult qualified healthcare and workplace professionals before acting on anything you hear. Resources shared are tools Karina has personally found helpful; they may not suit every listener. Use what serves you and leave the rest.

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