The New Nomad

In this day and age, your personal information is at risk. From social media to package deliveries, you could be risking your information and it could be shared maliciously. We all know someone whose personal information has been stolen or read about these crimes happening somewhere. These crimes are easily prevented. Dallas Winston of privacypost.io can definitely help you out to keep your accounts secured.

This episode of The New Nomad talks about cyber security and keeping your personal information safe. Dallas joins our hosts, Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in discussing how important it is to know the risks of putting your personal information online. They dropped tips on how to keep your information secured and what tools you can use to ensure that criminals cannot use you for their activities. This valuable information can be of great use to everyone, especially digital nomads. You wouldn’t want to miss this episode for the world.

[04:03] Necessity is the mother of all invention

[7:18] You cannot be too careful of your personal information

[19:37] Take care of your privacy when it comes to your businesses

[22:52] We don't have to give the whole world our name (or our personal info)

[24:52] Social media can be a threat to your privacy

[29:33] Be careful when using your physical credit/debit cards

GUEST BIO:

Dallas Winston is the founder of PrivacyPost.io. He is an independent contractor and has been location independent since 2014. He has been a virtual resident of South Dakota since 2014 but lives physically in an ex-pat in Portugal since 2018. He is a cyber security and data privacy consultant.

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Ukraine is in the headlines all around the world. Russia has built up tens of thousands of troops along the Ukrainian border, an act of aggression that could spiral into the largest military conflict on European soil in decades. This war could lead to tens of thousands of civilian deaths, a European refugee crisis, and a response from Western allies that includes tough sanctions affecting the global economy. Orest Zub, the founder of OpenMind.ua, is in the front line when it comes to spreading the word online.

In this episode of The New Nomad, Orest joins our hosts, Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski, in educating the audience about what is really happening in the war between Russia and Ukraine. Orest talked about the history of why this gruesome event came to be and how Ukrainians are risking their lives to fight for their freedom. We all don’t know how this conflict will turn out but history is being written. It’s all up to all of us to do our part. Hope is not lost.

[5:05] Ukraine, an independent state

[12:44] History do not lie

[15:50] Freedom is not free, you have to fight for it

[19:14] A third world country with the first world people

[22:46] Hope is not lost

[31:06] Get involved locally, not just globally

GUEST BIO:

Orest Zub is a true digital nomad, having visited 128 countries. He also happens to be an Estonian e-resident and entrepreneur. With the help of his new digital homeland, Orest is expanding the boundaries of his business, using his experiences from travel to guide him and his followers on the path of personal development.

He shares his travel stories and writes a bit of motivational philosophy on his blog site, OpenMind.com.ua.

Orest Zub Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/orest-zub-87845b11
Website: openmind.com.ua/support/
Twitter: OrestZub


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Yes, digital nomads stay in one place for some time. Many professionals and employees have realized that the newly implemented remote and flexible work policies have allowed them to work free from the anchor of a company office or workspace. This has given birth to far more remote workers and digital nomads seeking freedom of movement while still building a career. Of course, stable internet connection, distraction-free working spaces, and access to necessities are a must. This is where Mark Phillips of Nomad Stays is an expert.

Mark joins our hosts, Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in this episode of The New Nomad. They talked about how important accommodation is for the laptop-wielding workers and what are the things to look out for when finding a place to stay. They discussed their adventures as nomads themselves and their experiences in countries budding as digital nomad destinations. This episode entertains and educates listeners about the expectations in the digital nomad lifestyle. So be ready with your note-taking skills as the information they share is as valuable as gold.

TIMESTAMPS:

[6:13] The life of a lifestyle traveler

[12:01] The world opens up to digital nomads

[16:23] Reading versus experiencing a place

[20:06] Get work done in coworking spaces

[22:36] Fun and friendly, the Australian way

[25:11] Seeing a familiar place through a different set of eyes

GUEST BIO:

Serial Entrepreneur. World traveler. Australian.

Full-time nomad since 2015 Mark is a keen adventure motorcyclist, aviator, and global startup mentor who has traveled to over 100 countries. Proactive adventurous digital nomad, business mentor, Chartered Accountant, and award-winning business entrepreneur. Formerly of KPMG, Microsoft, Apple, Australian International Hotel School & MudMaps.


Mark Phillips Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/imarkphillips
Twitter: iMarkPhillips
Website: nomadstays.co


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If you feel dragged to a Zoom meeting in the middle of the night when most of your colleagues are fully awake because it's daytime where they're at, you are not alone. The lack of real-time communication is becoming increasingly prominent in the workplace. For this reason, asynchronous communication is becoming a preferred means of communication in the workplace - making it easier for employees to work remotely without fear that they're missing out on critical conversations happening at the office. Tyler Sellhorn, Head of Customer Experience at Yac, is your go-to man when it comes to this type of work communication.

Tyler joins our hosts, Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski, in this episode of The New Nomad as they talk about the evolution of communication at work. Since most companies opened their doors to working remotely, communication has to be adjusted as well. They discussed why both synchronous and asynchronous meetings are important and the benefits employees and businesses can get from them. It won’t be surprising if companies adopt this shift as well. Truly an enlightening and timely conversation between our three nomads! 

[3:41] People are people long before they are workers

[7:40] Success in the internet

[12:04] Asynchronous meetings maintain remote team alignment

[14:53] Synchronous: Bond, Asynchronous: Work

[23:19] Transitioning to remote work is an individual's decision after all

[25:20] Trust in remote work is vital

GUEST BIO:

Tyler Sellhorn is the Head of Customer Experience at Yac. However, Tyler didn’t begin his career as a “location-independent” advocate. Tyler actually has over 10-years of experience in secondary math education under his belt. 

However, after over a decade of educating young minds, Tyler pivoted sharply to a fully-remote role in B2B SaaS in 2019, working for Hubstaff. Not only was this an industry change, but also a career change as Tyler went from educator to Customer Success Manager and then shortly to Director of Customer Experience. Since then, Tyler’s enthusiasm for remote and async-first work is clearly evident.

In Tyler’s short time in the remote and async landscape, he’s talked up a storm – interviewing the best and brightest in async on his Remote Show podcast, amassed a tidy remote-centric following on LinkedIn and Twitter, and taken up the remote gauntlet at Yac.


Tyler Sellhorn Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tyler-sellhorn
Twitter: TSell89
Website: tylersellhorn.tech/

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Freedom comes along with the phrase “Digital Nomad”. It is actually an understatement. Digital nomads are professionals who can work from anywhere - all they need is a decent Wi-Fi connection and a smartphone or laptop. They work in foreign countries, coffee shops, or shared spaces. And they have fun while working. Work does not hinder them to do fun things. They experience and get a taste of the local culture wherever they go. Aurelie Krau, a consultant at Festive Road and public speaker, can definitely attest to that.

In the absence of Andrew Jernigan, Allen Koski joined by Aurelie in educating and entertaining our audience in this episode of The New Nomad. Both digital nomads and extremely fond of traveling, they discussed how Covid-19 affected their travels and the challenges they have encountered. They talked about fitness and why technology is such a blessing for those who want to stay fit amidst the pandemic. The gold nuggets that peppered the show are truly amazing. So get your pen and paper ready to catch those nuggets of useful information. 

[6:37] Fun is not the enemy of work

[12:12] Moving companies to The Cloud

[16:10] Bringing technology and fitness together

[21:35] Zoom or in the room?

[23:30] Experiencing the local culture

[27:50] The freedom of traveling: the best perk of being a digital nomad

GUEST BIO:

Aurélie Krau is the go-to expert on all things Gen Z, Millennials, and business travel. She has a #DigitalNomad lifestyle and is a proud millennial with expertise in travel tech, “bleisure”, and the next generation of travelers.

Aurélie works at Festive Road as a consultant and public speaker and is known for driving change in the Business Travel eco-system. She comes full of energy and has a passion for success, whether she’s moderating the latest industry event, delivering a keynote on industry trends, or leading a hackathon to translate geek into English and vice versa.

Aurélie Krau Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aureliekrau
Website: festive-road.com
Blog: aureliekrau.com/blog


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If you knew that you will meet your “The One” in a very spontaneous adventure, would you do it? Everyone secretly hopes that the love of their life will be waiting for them when their plane lands. Or better yet, that their special someone will be traveling with them to an exciting new city sipping complimentary white wine and picking out favorites from travel guides in flight. Traveling is fun – you’re in a new city and you’re going with the flow. Love abroad should mirror that easy-going nature as well. Taiga Zhang actually made this serendipitous moment possible through Fairytrail, a dating app made for single digital nomads and people who just like traveling and having fun.

Taige Zhang, the founder of Fairytrail, joins our hosts Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in talking about dating and meeting new people as digital nomads in this fun-filled adventure called traveling. While technology brings out options that we could have never had before, our three nomads discussed safety measures that would keep us safe while we navigate the dating space. This episode of The New Nomad is full of possibilities and as long as we take the necessary precautions, we can have fun meeting new people in different places - and make your own fairytale.

[4:55] The adventure of meeting someone new

[9:43] Putting a price on respect

[15:45] Location is irrelevant nowadays

[18:13] I like you before I met you

[20:25] Random travels are the best

[25:57] Making friends, sharing experiences

GUEST BIO:

Taige Zhang is the founder of Fairytrail, a dating app for nomads. Previously, he worked at Apple, Rocket Internet, and various startups worldwide.

After working for tech companies from Palo Alto to Berlin to Shanghai, Taige Zhang had the idea to create a new type of dating app called Fairytrail for travelers and people who are interested in meeting someone who lives in a different city or county. In this episode, Taige talks about how he was able to land jobs in foreign countries where he could live and work as an ex-pat, what it was like to date abroad, how to meet people when you move to a new country, and how he coped with cultural differences. He also discusses how he hopes to innovate and improve the online dating experience, why Fairytrail is different, and how they ended up with more women than men on the platform. In the lightning round, we cover his favorite countries to visit and live in, the best food he’s had abroad, and his favorite productivity tools and apps.

Taige Zhang Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/taigezhang
Twitter: taigeair
Website:  wellingtonstravel.com

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Choosing a health insurance plan or travel can be complicated but it is vital for travelers to know what kind of coverage they need and what they might need in their journey. The good thing about insurance packages is they have almost everything you need; from medical to evacuation to canceled flights. You just have to fully understand what they have to offer. Getting advice from experts on what exactly your plan covers and analyzing your needs would be the most efficient and effective way in purchasing your insurance. Brett Estep,  Chief Operating Officer of Insured Nomads, would be happy to enlighten you about their policies and what’s in them for you.

Our hosts, Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski, together with Brett, talked about what a good insurance policy can do for our travelers when it comes to their security and well-being. They have discussed how technology has brought breakthroughs in the accessibility of healthcare for people who are on the go. Take the time and effort to do some necessary research on insurance plans to find the best quality, and most cost-effective to meet your needs and financial situation. In the long run, you’ll be thankful you did.

[6:01] Virtual healthcare is the future

[10:13] Using technology to keep travelers from harm's way

[16:20] Travel insurance revamped

[20:53] Digitally integrated payments are the solution for travelers

[22:27] Staying human in the midst of evolving technology

[34:00] Innovation for a better healthcare experience

GUEST BIO:

Brett Estep, Chief Operating Officer has represented industry-leading brands in global insurance, benefit consulting, and technology over his 25-year career spanning 4 continents and countless cultures. He believes remote work was thrust into the spotlight resulting from the global pandemic and providing vast capability with an intuitive and simplified user experience will redefine an industry begging for dramatic change.

“Brett’s business acumen, keen insights, and passion for driving innovation that empowers the globally mobile to live, work, and play with peace of mind are just a few of the reasons his leadership of our operations is integral to our continued success,” said Allen Koski, President of Insured Nomads.

Brett Estep Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/brettmestep
Website: https://runningremote.com/speaker/brett-estep/
Website: https://www.coverager.com/insured-nomads-appoints-brett-estep-chief-operating-officer/


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Traveling is fun. You can experience a whole new culture and learn about the place first hand. But there are a lot of things you need to consider when traveling, and obtaining a visa to that country that fits your needs is one of them. While researching and educating yourself is really helpful when applying for documents needed for you to visit or even live in these countries, advice from people like Mikkel Thorup, a best-selling author and podcast host, would really do wonders for you.

This episode of The New Nomad discussed the benefits of getting travel documents to be able to experience a country, as well as the technicalities and the challenges that come along with it. Mikkel joins our hosts Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in talking about the pros and cons of dual citizenship and the responsibilities that ties with this privilege. Traveling is a privilege that most of us do not have. But if you can travel, by all means, enjoy every destination, every culture, every experience you can have in your journey. 

[7:28] Not all visas are created equally

[9:52] Things to consider when relocating to another country

[15:59] A country is more than just its government

[18:50] Options is what travelers look for

[21:00] How to be a citizen of a country

[28:51] Visiting thirds world countries helps their economies

GUEST BIO:

Mikkel Thorup hosts The Expat Money Show podcast and is the author of the #1 Best-Selling book Expat Secrets on Amazon. Mikkel has spent over 21 years in continual travel around the world, visiting more than 100 countries including Colombia, North Korea, Zimbabwe, and Iran.  Throughout his explorations, Mikkel Thorup has kept a keen eye on different investments and businesses. 

As a high school dropout, Mikkel started failing out of school at 12 and completely left school by 15 mainly due to the fact that the government-run public school system didn’t do their job and just did not work for him. As an autodidact, he enjoys reading over 100 books a year on topics such as entrepreneurship, marketing, economics, and investing.

Today, Mikkel sits on the Board of Directors for 10 Eighteen Uganda, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping teen moms in the Namuwongo slums in Uganda.


Mikkel Thorup Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mikkel-thorup-7b6942128
Blog: ExpatMoneyShow.com  
Company: ExpatMoneyShow.com/protection  


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Globalization has become part of the modern world, but many are yet to understand how it affects their lives. Communicating with other people thousands of miles away is a breeze. You can even find out about events happening around the world from the comfort of your home. All you need is an internet connection. Theresa Hollema, author of the book Virtual Teams Across Cultures: Create Successful Teams Around the World, would agree that distance is not a barrier anymore.

In this episode of The New Nomad, our hosts Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski, together with Theresa,  talked about the pros and cons of having a globally located team. They discussed the strategies to build camaraderie within the team and how to make every workday more fun with activities created for a culturally diverse team. This episode is extremely helpful for everyone working remotely to understand the challenges and create workarounds for a more fun and productive team environment. Truly worth listening to!

[1:55] What are you grateful for?

[4:51] The role of technology in globally located teams

[13:59] Overcoming our unconscious biases

[23:43] Diversity could lead to creativity

[26:21] Being vulnerable and making the human connection

[32:13] We all make mistakes

GUEST BIO:

Theresa Hollema is the author of “Virtual Teams Across Cultures: Create Successful Teams Around the World” and speak, write and blog about current developments in the field. As a consultant, trainer, facilitator, and team coach, she focuses on supporting leaders and teams to develop cultural competence, improve team collaboration and succeed virtually.

Theresa sees value in the science-practice link and her approach is to translate concepts and models based on research into practical business solutions. Her work can take different forms depending on your needs: team development programs, corporate academy programs, custom-designed workshops, online team support, speaking engagements. The impact of the work leads to improvements in innovation, leadership, performance, and team collaboration.


Theresa Hollema Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/theresasigillitohollema
Website: interact-global.net
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Theresa-Sigillito-Hollema/e/B08BKQZJ1Z%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share


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Moving to a new location can be exhilarating for some people, but it can be overwhelming for others. Even if you are generally a pretty positive person, you may still feel intense stress before and during your next big move, and there are many reasons it can happen. In short, moving is not an adventure that most of us look forward to. Chris Kline, Chief Marketing Officer and CoFounder of Mobility Empowered, is the perfect person who could help you get the nitty-gritty of moving manageable.

Our hosts, Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski, together with Chris, talked about the realities of moving locations - from the documents needed to relocating your possessions, this episode tackled them all. Many people see moving houses as an adventure but once the grip of reality takes hold on you, you might want to send an SOS to experts such as Mobility Empowered. Digital nomad or not, this episode of The New Nomad definitely is a big help for those who are always on the move.

[1:57] Leaving memories behind when moving

[5:22] Did technology bring us closer or further apart?

[8:35] What to consider when moving houses internationally

[13:32] Leave the moving to the experts

[19:28] Relocating is not always an adventure

[23:52] Information is power

GUEST BIO:

Chris Kline, Chief Marketing Officer and CoFounder of Mobility Empowered, possesses 30 years of relocation and transportation experience. His expertise includes developing, managing, and measuring innovative solutions for human resources, technical and financial services outsourcing. Within the global mobility industry, Chris has pioneered product and service development, cost savings strategies, and performance enhancement for clients requiring relocation support, international assignment management, and global logistics.

Chris Kline Links:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chrisklinemobilityempowered
Website: mobilityempowered.com
 Twitter: ChrisKlineRelo

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