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What if the rent doubled overnight in your city became the best thing that has ever happened to you?

Ryan talks with former London-based UX designer, Sunil Pithwa who faced a decision that many of us can relate to. But instead of settling for a cramped apartment hours from the city, he discovered an unexpected path to freedom that changed everything.

Learn how a tech professional turned an unexpected housing situation into an opportunity to build an amazing life abroad. If you're feeling trapped by rising costs or just dreaming of more freedom, Sunil shares practical insights on testing the waters of location independence before making the leap.

Chapters
12:22 - Sunil’s remote work policy
19:46 - Entry-level salary for UX designers
22:29 - Why avoid research when traveling
25:57 - Exploring the Streets of Vietnam
35:41 - Solo travel empowers introverts

You'll discover how to leverage your existing skills to work from anywhere, build genuine connections in new places, and find incredible communities of like-minded people around the world.

Plus, get insider tips on how to find lesser-known destinations that offer both adventure and affordability.

Hit play to discover how you can start your location-independent journey now!

Connect with Sunil: https://www.sunilpithwa.com/

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Listening to stories of beachside zoom calls, mountainside work views, and island-hopping entrepreneurs may cause severe wanderlust and an irresistible urge to turn your laptop into a passport to freedom. Side effects include daydreaming about tropical coworking spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working and traveling and buying a one-way ticket to Bali. Get ready to start living your dream life today!

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Curious what daily life is REALLY like for a digital nomad in Bali?

Ryan shares his experiences with local coworking spaces, and reveals how he found hidden beaches that tourists rarely see. From hunting down reliable transportation to navigating the local real estate market, he reveals the real challenges and victories of settling into island life.

This update offers a genuine glimpse into both the challenges and rewards of living and working in paradise.

Listen and be inspired, whether you're actively planning your escape to Bali or just curious about what digital nomad life actually looks like day-to-day.

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Listening to stories of beachside zoom calls, mountainside work views, and island-hopping entrepreneurs may cause severe wanderlust and an irresistible urge to turn your laptop into a passport to freedom. Side effects include daydreaming about tropical coworking spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working and traveling and buying a one-way ticket to Bali. Get ready to start living your dream life today!

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Ever wondered if it's too late to start a new life abroad, or if you're "too established" to make such a dramatic change?

Ryan sits down with Cepee Tabibian, founder of She Hit Refresh, who took the leap from Houston to Madrid at age 35. Recently featured in USA Today, Cepee shares how her first trip to the Netherlands at 17 sparked a lifelong dream that took almost two decades to realize.

Now, she helps women over 30 navigate their own paths to living abroad. Learn practical tips for making an international move more affordable, including Cepee's creative approach to using home exchanges that has allowed her to stay in 8-10 countries across 40 different homes.

Chapters:
06:17 - Helping women 30+ relocate abroad
10:00 - Dutch visa allows freelancers to work there
12:36 - Cepee’s First international trip
16:53 - Biggest hurdle for digital nomads
22:09 - Transitioned to digital nomad lifestyle recently

She breaks down how she manages her work-life balance while traveling, and shares real insights about maintaining relationships with family back home. You'll also discover an underrated French city that offers a more authentic European experience than the usual tourist destinations.

Whether you're considering a permanent move abroad or testing the waters of digital nomad life, this episode offers genuine strategies from someone who's been there.

Listen and learn honest insights about building a sustainable life abroad.

Connect with Cepee: https://shehitrefresh.com/

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Listening to stories of beachside zoom calls, mountainside work views, and island-hopping entrepreneurs may cause severe wanderlust and an irresistible urge to turn your laptop into a passport to freedom. Side effects include daydreaming about tropical coworking spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working and traveling and buying a one-way ticket to Bali. Get ready to start living your dream life today!