The Cocoa Nomad Podcast

In one of the FB ex-pat groups, I saw a question posted that made me reflect on how far I've come in my journey and what it took for me to get there:  

"Why do I feel guilty about leaving? Like not staying in the struggle to change America. Can anyone relate?"  

Although not everyone experiences it, Survivor's Guilt is a real thing. I felt it when I started doing better than my siblings and my peers. It was one of the reasons that I didn't leave and stay gone in 2002.   

In fact, I returned, settled down, and didn't leave again until 2016. 

But it took a lot for me to leave then.  And I've been gone ever since. 

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In this week's retrospective, I hike up a volcano and feel the heat underneath, I also make great progress with new clients, find a new co-working space, and explore the new goodies announced at this year's Apple World Wide Developers Conference.

If you'd like to talk about your journey and how I may be able to help, schedule a Discovery Call 

If you have a specific problem with remote work or travel and would like to strategize a solution, schedule a Consultation 

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

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With my first month in Guatemala complete, I’ve captured my costs and break them down here. There were a few surprises and I definitely will be making some changes moving forward.

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With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe today!

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In this week’s review, I prepare for WWDC, struggle to make it to the gym, and learn a bit of wacky Olympics trivia.

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Merch

Join me in my weekly review of how my projects are going. I use the basic retrospective approach and evaluate my progress.

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One of the best practices I've implemented in my remote work career is having an accountability partner. Similar to having a training partner in sports or a buddy on field trips in school, having someone invested in your success is a game-changer. 

In this video, I share some of the major benefits.  

Improving Your Chances of Success 

Having an accountability partner is like having a workout partner. You've created an external commitment with someone else who is both invested in your success and along for the journey.  

Helps You Maintain Focus & Clarity  

Even if they are not in your field, your partner can ground you in your progress, making sure you don't take on too much. Explaining things to them will also force you to be clear.  

Expanding Your Horizons/Network 

Choosing a partner outside your area of expertise can expand your network. Over the course of your work together, you'll be introduced to new ideas, resources, and even people.   

Strengthening An Existing Relationship  

Having an accountability partner that you've known can provide a reason to stay in touch. Obligations often reduce our chances of communicating with our friends and colleagues but having them as a partner   

Discovering New Opportunities  

Sometimes the discussions that take place during accountability meetings lead to new opportunities. For instance, one of my accountability partners and started a YouTube channel after we realized the benefit of many of our meetings extended beyond the two of us.

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One of the best practices I've implemented in my remote work career is having an accountability partner. Similar to having a training partner in sports or a buddy on field trips in school, having someone invested in your success is a game-changer. 

In this video, I share some of the major benefits.  

Benefits of An Accountability Partner (YouTube)  

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In this week’s review, I learn a big lesson about making decisions, geek out on basketball stats and get to work with my 2nd brain.

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Merch

Join me in my weekly review of how my projects are going. I use the basic retrospective approach and evaluate my progress.

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What are you working on this week?

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In this week’s review, I create my first lead magnet, start a learning journal and milk a cow!!

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Merch

Join me in my weekly review of how my projects are going. I use the basic retrospective approach and evaluate my progress.

If you'd like to follow along, I use the following questions as a format:

Retrospective Questions

What are you working on this week?

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In this week’s review, I reconcile my feelings with the internet, attend my first online conference in a year and learn the value of spontaneity.

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Join me in my weekly review of how my projects are going. I use the basic retrospective approach and evaluate my progress.

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Retrospective Questions

What are you working on this week?

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In this week’s review, I land in Guatemala, deal with a COVID scare and bless the rains down in Antigua.

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Merch

Join me in my weekly review of how my projects are going. I use the basic retrospective approach and evaluate my progress.

If you'd like to follow along, I use the following questions as a format:

Retrospective Questions

What are you working on this week?

Reach out with comments, feedback or show ideas on Twitter or Instagram

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE

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