Today we'll hear from Sol Duval. Originally from France, having lived several years in England and now living in Spain, Sol has two decades of experience as a trilingual events and training organiser and project manager.

Since 2019, Sol has shifted her focus to the charity sector, applying her extensive organisational expertise to significantly impact people's lives positively.

#RemoteWork #WorkFromHome #VirtualAssistant #RemoteWorking #FreelanceLife #EventPlanning #OnlineEvents #WorkLifeBalance #DigitalNomad #WomenInBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #ProductivityTips #ClearCommunication #RemoteCollaboration#SolByYourSide #RemotelyInterested #PodcastEpisode#CareerAdvice #InboxZero #FreelancerTips

(00:00) Introducing Sol

(01:06) Covid adjustments

(04:21) Changing face of the events industry

(13:58) Working for charitable and non-profit organisations

(21:08) Clearly defining the role of a virtual assistant

(24:46) Mosaic Gold surprise question

(25:43) Awesome inbox hack! 💫

(29:02) Follow Sol!

Sol's website: https://www.solbyyourside.com/

April 2026 was a month of "firsts"...

1st time in Alicante 🏖️

1st time attending a nomad summit 👥👥👥

1st time public speaking 🎤

In this episode, Mary talks about the fabulous time she had at the Alicante Nomad Summit 2026, gives a snapshot of what was on offer, and discusses the history, value and importance of nomad summits in general.

#nomadsummit #digitalnomad #publicspeaking #alicante #podcast #futureofwork #workfromanywhere

(00:00) Introducing Mary@Mosaic

(00:56) History and purpose of nomad summits

(03:28) Alicante Nomad Summit 2026 explained

(05:14) Presenting a workshop at the summit

(07:30) What I got out of attending the summit

(08:15) The NomadWay app

(08:58) Future of work & the remote work community

(10:30) The Alicante Nomad Summit 2027 - save the dates!

Tim gave an awesome presentation on public speaking. For more information, go to https://tailoredguidance.com/Isabel's presentation on how remote workers can support rural communities was really inspiring. For more information on her work, go to https://linktr.ee/ibaezgil

Jimmy R. Matthew took some beautiful photos of the event. I included a snippet of one of his videos during this episode. For more information on his work, go to https://iamemmanuel.org/

Music used in this episode:

Molten Snow by Jesse Spilane

Yesterday by Kellee Maize

Lion Hart by Shaolin Dub

Inspirational Uplifting Motivational by Music for Creators

All accessible via FMA https://freemusicarchive.org/

Download the NomadWay app for FREE here: https://www.nomadway.app/

Information on The Alilcate Nomad Summit 2027! https://alicantenomadsummit.com/

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Today we’ll hear from Jennifer Knight-Mason and Gary Mason, the husband-and-wife founders of Earth Explorer Pro. Hailing from England, Jennifer and Gary have had a very varied work history. Jennifer and I actually first met 12 years ago while working at an architecture studio in Central London! While her career has spanned art, design, finance, and startups, Gary spent over 15 years as a Head Chef at one of London’s most iconic and prestigious fine-dining institutions.

Together, they are embarking on a new adventure which will take them all over the world. Here we chat just days before they jetted off to India. You’ll note that this episode is free flowing and full of fascinating and sometimes surprising insights. I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed chatting!

(00:00) Introducing Jennifer & Gary(01:50) Career as a fine dining chef with travel(04:44) From fine art via door-to-door sales, dentistry to hat design and finance!(09:26) Relationships are the key(11:50) Earth Explorer Pro: equipping fellow travellers(14:10) India(16:39) River Thames project part 1(20:28) Package holidays vs Independent travel(25:23) Logistics of filming the Thames(28:35) Inspired by sewage? - Crossness(31:26) River Thames project part 2(33:49) Combining resilience and calm with shared drive and passion(37:12) Online dating!(37:55) Which countries will be included?(38:14) Generating income streams(42:06) Guided group travel(44:36) Meeting remote tribes(54:22) Quickfire questions!(01:01:23) Stay up to date with Jennifer & Gary's travels(01:02:16) Entering the AI-era - has changing career become urgent?(01:08:25) Building a brand & community(01:10:32) Creating a legacyFollow Jennifer & Gary @ Earth Explorer Pro:https://earthexplorerpro.com/https://www.youtube.com/@UCsmc_RgpoAUV6cs51_BurMw https://www.instagram.com/earthexplorerpro/Thames River documentary: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq8MyGgZeQH4sSoZgV9yv1SnF2I1czBCvDiscover Crossness Pumping Station: https://share.google/PLT8n95aCxfiiHVQThttps://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

Today we’ll hear from Michael Godoy Jr., a freelance Sales Development Representative based in North Carolina. Michael specializes in transforming cold leads into warm, meaningful conversations — all while working fully remotely.Alongside his sales work, Michael also runs a freelance photography business and creates engaging content on YouTube.In this age of ever increasing AI use, he offers an insightful perspective on how attitudes toward cold calling are evolving, and shares practical advice for succeeding in what can often be a challenging industry.

#coldcallingtips #coldcalling #salesdevelopment #workfromanywhere #remotework #podcast

(00:00) Introducting Michael(01:25) From working on the railroad to cold calling sales04:37 Side-hustle: Freelancing as a photographer(05:36) Managing the initial challenges

(07:07 )Enjoying the freedom

(09:35) Danger of burnout

(11:22) Supportive team

(14:02) Re-birth of coldcalling?: AI vs human interactions

(15:38) The secret to effective coldcalling

(20:12) Keep your cool!

(28:40) Mosaic Gold plate surprise question(30:29) Follow Michael!

Michael's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-godoy-jr-299008b6/

Michael's Photography company - https://www.instagram.com/the_september_kid/

Michael's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@mikeystable824/videos

https://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

Today we'll hear from Anna Shcherbyna. Anna is the Founder and CEO of Remotivate, a remote recruitment agency helping online businesses find and hire international top-tier remote talent.With significant experience in operations and remote team building, Anna has led hundreds of successful hires for fast-growing companies around the world.Originally from Ukraine and now based in Barcelona, she’s passionate about building intentional businesses, creating freedom through remote work, and helping founders scale with the right people in place.#remotework #workfromanywhere #podcast #digitalnomad #remotivate #remotejobsearch #jobsearchadvice (00:00) Introducing Anna(01:58) Small (and enthusiastic) beginnings on Upwork(03:15) The birth of Remotivate!(04:13) Transferable skills - from in-person to remote(05:50) Be prepared to make sacrifices!(07:00) Upwork success story(08:32) Understanding the value of low paid (or even unpaid) opportunities(13:02) Being part of the fast-moving remote-working space(14:49) Life design(17:35) Remotivate services assisting remote-working candidates(18:42) Acing your job application: promoting yourself as an expert in your niche!(22:53) What are your metrics?(28:09) Shine in your role and avoid burnout - keep asking questions!(34:55) Mosaic Gold plate surprise question(38:40) Coming Soon! Keep up with exciting new Remotivate projects*Anna's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-shcherbyna/*Remotivate - @letsremotivate; https://letsremotivate.com/; https://remotivatejobs.com/and stay tuned for imminent new releases!*Acadium (Apprenticeship opportunities in marketing mentioned during the episode): https://www.acadium.com/*Upwork (Where the remote careers of both Anna and Mary began!): https://www.upwork.com

Today we’ll hear from Tanja Degitz. Tanja is a chronic pain and burnout mentor for women entrepreneurs. After launching her first online teaching business during the pandemic, she unfortunately burned out and developed fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, gut issues, and other debilitating symptoms that left her bedridden. Through her personal healing journey she immersed herself in mind-body healing, fully recovered, and reclaimed her digital nomad life. Now, as a certified trauma-informed coach trained in somatic healing, she helps women heal chronic symptoms, overcome burnout, and feel like themselves again.#remotework #workfromanywhere #podcast #digitalnomad #burnoutrecovery #chronicpain #mindbodyhealing (00:00) Introducing Tanja(02:19) Discovering remote work & a digital nomad life(04:03) From platform work to independent clients(06:02) Burnout, chronic pain & 25 hours on Zoom(08:15) Redefining work - blending coaching with teaching(09:40) Finding the right niche (without forcing it)(20:08) The flexibility is good for your health!(22:00) Autonomy and fitness(24:36) Travel(27:00) Coworking spaces(33:10) Get dressed and get outside!(38:39) Client relationships(41:48) Mosaic Gold plate surprise question(47:03) Follow Tanja!Follow Tanja on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/making.it_possibleConnect with Tanja on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanja-degitz-For more information on working with Tanja, check out her website here: https://tanjadegitz.my.canva.site/Tanja and I were brought together by the free Nomadway app. Have you downloaded it yet? https://nomadway.app/Mary has published a course on remote working. Find it here: https://www.udemy.com/course/remote-freelancing-landing-the-jobs-you-love/?referralCode=5CE00C8B037EE91EA48A&couponCode=LETSLEARNNOWPhttps://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

Today we'll hear from Christopher Eadie. Chris has worked in the medical industry in New York USA since 2017, and moved into the credentialing sector 5 years later. As you'll hear during the episode, working remotely has enabled Chris to pursue one of his other passions - bourbon whiskey!

#RemoteWork #WorkingRemotely #RemoteLife #FutureOfWork #RemoteCareers#PodcastEpisode#PodcastGuest #PodcastInterview #RemotelyInteresting #CareerPodcast #CareerPivot #ProfessionalGrowth #FreelanceLife #ConsultantLife #WorkFromAnywhere #DigitalNomad #LocationIndependent #RemoteAndTravel #NomadLife #WorkAndTravel #HealthcareCareers#Credentialing #HealthcareProfessionals #HealthcareRemote

[00:00] Introducing Chris

[01:14] Credentialing Analyst role explained

[07:04] Moving into freelancing and consulting

[08:21] Staying in the medical industry, but moving from one department to another

[12:57] Less commuter travel, more global travel!

[15:05] Working effectively as a consultant

[17:07] Building trust for effective collaboration

[20:08] Mosaic Gold plate surprise question

[23:58] Remote work, travel and bourbon whiskey! 🥃

[27:15] Follow Chris!

[29:47] Thank you Samuel (audio engineer) - check out his links below ⬇️

Follow Chris on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/bourbonwithchris/

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopheraeadie/

Samuel Monceau, Audio Engineer/Editor: https://www.nextale-audio.com/ https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/samuelmonceau

https://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

Today we'll hear from Maria Cuesta and Jean-Baptiste Michel, working in the teaching and tech industries respectively. Both are digital nomads and with experience working in many different countries around the globe, Maria and Jean-Baptiste now live in Valencia, Spain. Together, they've founded the NomadWay app, building a thriving community of remote workers and coordinating a wealth of exciting opportunities and events around the globe.

00:00 Introducing Maria & Jean-Baptiste

01:18 Developing parallel remote careers in teaching and tech

05:14 Why create an app for digital nomads?

07:50 Broadening your horizons

11:15 High standards essential in a time of great competition

12:42 Elite skills and the path to entrepreneurship

14:15 Mosaic Gold Plate surprise question!

16:10 Why download the NomadWay app?

32:49 A date for the diary! - Aliante Nomad Summit 2026

For more information on NomadWay, and to download the app: https://nomadway.app/

Latest news on the Alicante Nomad Summit: https://www.youtube.com/@AlicanteNomadSummit

https://www.instagram.com/nomadwayapp

https://www.tiktok.com/@nomadwayapp

https://www.facebook.com/people/NomadWay/61550791460806/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/nomadwayapp/posts/?feedView=all

https://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

#RemoteWork #DigitalNomads #NomadLife #WorkFromAnywhere #RemoteLifestyle #LocationIndependent #NomadWay #CoworkingCommunity #FutureOfWork #GlobalCommunity #RemoteJobs #DigitalNomadCommunity #WorkAndTravel #RemoteWorkTips #NomadPodcast

Extract from MOLTEN SNOW by JESSE SPILLANE (Art of Presentation)

Source: FMA www.freemusicarchive.org

Licence Type: CC BY 3.0 DEED / UNPORTED

In March, 2024, Mary published HER first online course, remote Freelancing Landing The Jobs You Love. Here, for the first time, she shares a FREE taster of this course: 5 of the key pieces of advice shared with the more than 2,500 students from 123 countries who have enrolled on the course.

https://www.udemy.com/course/remote-freelancing-landing-the-jobs-you-love/?referralCode=5CE00C8B037EE91EA48A

Also, this last month, Mary checked in with a few remote workers from her network and they spoke about some of their surprising tips for effective online work.

#RemoteWork #Freelancing #FreelanceTips #OnlineJobs #WorkFromHome #JobsYouLove #FreelanceFreedom #CareerPodcast #OnlineLearning #WorkAnywhere #WorkFromAnywhere #Udemy

[00:00] FREE course taster intro

[00:39] Course Taster 1: Forget "Dream Job"; target something else far more important

[01:44] Course Taster 2: Restricting your key words for job searches is not as limiting as you might think

[02:50] Course Taster 3: Annotation is the key to stand out job applications

[09:47] Course Taster 4: Nodding in agreement with your interviewer at a key moment during the interview will increase your chances of getting the job

[11:38] Course Taster 5: Regular reviews of income can help you target and secure the best clients as a freelancer

[17:20] More top tips for effective remote working from the experts

https://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

In a very busy month for Mary, here's a quick roundup of 5 lessons she's learned as a podcaster. Have you experienced any of these? ✈️🤔How can @heygen_official  be a useful tool for busy podcasters like Mary? 🏃🏾‍♀️🗣️

Mary has published a course on remote working. Find it here

https://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

#PodcastTips #PodcastLife #Podcasting #PodcastersOfInstagram #PodcasterLife #ContentCreator #CreatorCommunity #RemoteWorkLife #WorkFromAnywhere #DigitalNomadLife