A life-altering transformation often starts with a single moment whose significance is not obvious.  Mine was the day, a quarter of a century past, that I left my 'normal' office job for the final time . Since then it's been a convoluted journey that eventually lead to the creation of  Remote Work Europe, though it took me a while to figure out that ultimate destination!  But here we are, and what started as a modest Facebook group for Spain people is growing into a flourishing network,...

Today we travel to the Eastern edge of the Remote Work Europe territory, to the heart of Bulgaria's digital nomad revolution. I chat with Uwe Allgäuer , the mastermind behind the Bansko Digital Nomad Festival, and business formation service My Start Bulgaria. We discuss the transformation of a quaint ski town into a bustling hub for entrepreneurs and adventurers. Uwe's personal voyage from the high seas to pioneering a co-working community in Bansko, and an annual festival which gets bigger...

Guard your career against the hidden traps of the remote work world—our latest episode is your guide to identifying and sidestepping scams that can sadly trip up even the savviest of jobseekers.  With the wisdom of the late behavioural economist Daniel Kahneman lighting our path, we explore the psychology that make us extra susceptible to deception in the digital space By equipping yourself with the knowledge from this discussion, you can sail the waters of remote employment with confidence,...

Have you ever dreamt of being paid to travel, to create, to explore, and to share? It's a dream which can become a reality, if you have the talent and the drive. Discover how Han Talbot turned her passion for travel and content creation into a thriving location-independent lifestyle business, as she joins us from the enchanting city of Vlora, Albania. In this vibrant episode, Han shares her story, detailing the transition from a study abroad blogger to a leading voice among remote...

Imagine having the blueprint to excel in the remote work landscape, one that balances discipline with flexibility. That's exactly what Pilar Orti, a trailblazer in the world of virtual work and my trusted mentor, brings to the table in this episode. We take a trip down memory lane, revisiting our collaborative beginnings and exploring Pilar's trajectory from a freelance maverick to the founder of Virtual Not Distant. Her latest book, "The Remote Worker's Guide to Time Management," serves as a...

Have you ever wondered what's on the other side of the cubicle walls and out in the vast expanse of remote work possibilities? Join us as we explore the transformation from the secure 9-to-5 to the exhilarating world of freelancing, fueled by technological advancements and social change. Formerly the Future Is Freelance show, in Season 5 this podcast is going beyond the solo operator status to dig deep into the new ways we can collaborate to get things done together - wherever we are, and...

Happy New Year, folks! Embrace a fresh start and the endless opportunities that 2024 holds with our revamped and rebranded Remote Work Europe podcast. Come with us, on a journey that promises to redefine the contours of the freelance and remote work future. With the debut of Season 5, we won't just be talking about freelance work; we'll be exploring every aspect of the location-independent lifestyle. Expect to get up close with stories from those who are paving the way for a future where...

What if the traditional 9-5 is no longer what work is all about? In the final episode of the season, we embark on a reflective journey, exploring the transformative year that was 2023, and share our thoughts on the future of freelancing and remote. As we wrap up, our heartfelt thanks goes out to you, our ever-growing audience, for your unwavering support as we transitioned into an independent podcast. Throughout the episode, we chat about the ripple effects of global geopolitical...

Curious about the ins and outs of being a successful Amazon seller? If you're a small business owner or freelancer looking to optimize your sales on this e-commerce giant, you'll find useful insights in our chat with Vicki Weinberg. Vicki has navigated the Amazon seller scene from the perspective of an independent product creator, and now helps other freelancers and small businesses to navigate this opportunity.  From imposter syndrome to competing with lower-cost products, she shares her...

You know we love unpicking the lesser-talked realities of the digital nomad lifestyle, beyond the glamour of the Instagram feeds. Our guest for today's episode, Chris Cerra,  CEO of Remote Base, has been on a similar mission lately, with his 'Unfiltered Digital Nomad' series on LinkedIn, so obviously we had to talk. We went back to the start when remote work was a game-changer for Chris back in 2017, inspiring him to ultimately shift from being a location-independent employee, to...

You know the feast and famine cliché about freelancing, and there's a lot of truth in it, especially if you drift from one short-term project to the next with no strategy.  The secret to a sustainable freelance income lies in the balance between long-term clients and one-off gigs, but there are big differences in how you find, nurture, and manage these two types of clients. They both have their pros and cons, which this episode unpacks in depth. Additionally we're throwing in a segment on...

What if everything you thought you knew about remote work and freelancing was based on stereotypes, outdated ideas, and misconceptions? Buckle up as we take on some common myths about freelancing and remote work that might be holding you back. We expose the false notion that there's a special section of remote jobs that require no skills or experience, and offer some down-to-earth insight about the various schemes, from trading to MLM, that might try to persuade you otherwise. With the...

What if the traditional models of employment and team building were replaced by a personalized blend of individual contribution and collaboration, which fulfilled and rewarded every stakeholder? That's exactly what my guest, Jenny Blake, and I, explore in today's epsiode. As a successful podcaster and author of books including Pivot and Freetime, Jenny brings a wealth of understanding about the changing concepts of scaling and growth, for business leaders who want their work to have...

Today it's time we took another look at what the future holds for freelancers, and the impact AI tools are having on the field. We explore the challenges and benefits of AI, and the intelligent and relevant ways to integrate AI tools like chatGPT into your workflow. Brace yourself for intriguing insights on how these tools are revolutionizing content creation, from producing unique images to summarizing complex information. And we take a critical look at emerging opportunities in the...

Ever wished you had the same job security and benefits as a traditional employee while enjoying the freedom of freelancing? Allow Nikola Bubevski, from Native Teams, to unravel how this very concept is not only possible but also the future of work. Nikola, who kick-started his journey as a teenager freelancing on Fiverr.com using surprising skills learned from his grandmother, is now a co-founder of Native Teams, creating a more inclusive future for freelancers. Native Teams is...

Are you ready discover the combined potential of LinkedIn, newsletters, and your podcasting journey? That's exactly what we unpack with our editor, Steph Fuccio, in this empowering conversation. Steph reveals the secrets behind Season 4's transformation and the hard work that's driving our show's growth. She shares her dedication to helping small businesses create engaging content, and offers her top three mediums to get your podcast heard. Plus, we discuss the critical two-way...

A fulfilling freelance career in sunny Spain, all the way from chilly Scotland? Meet Lesley Elder Aznar, a career coach and consultant, who takes us on a journey through her interesting career transitions - from teaching yoga, working in real estate, to managing projects remotely, well before the pandemic made it a trend. Can you identify that one-of-a-kind solution which might be worth a fortune to somebody? A consultant is just someone who can help someone else, because of what they...

Who is in charge of decision-making in your freelance business? YOU ARE! Just like you're in charge of everything else. But as creatives and solopreneurs, we often find our minds supporting decisions we already want to make, sometimes missing critical information - a cognitive bias known as confirmation bias. This episode explores this fascinating concept and other influences on our everyday choices. We'll also discuss tools and techniques that can help us make more objective decisions, and...

Ever wondered what it's like to live as a digital nomad, leveraging your unique skills to carve out a niche in the virtual assistant world? That's exactly the journey our guest, Hannah Dixon from Digital Nomad Kit, embarked on 15 years ago, and she's here to share her story. From a nomadic lifestyle to helping over 30,000 people worldwide create their location-independent freelance businesses, Hannah has insights that just might light your entrepreneurial fire. In conversation with Hannah we...

Navigating the freelance world can feel like walking a tightrope, especially when it comes to ending client relationships. Let's address this head-on. We crack open the complexities of freelance relationships, examine the differences with traditional employment and highlight the significance of thinking long-term right from the start. Somehow we need to balance the importance of cultivating solid client relationships in the first place, to managing when these connections evolve. Are you...

Ready to challenge your perceptions of work and travel? Our opening episode for season 4 features a captivating conversation with Rudi Medved, a leading figure in the realm of digital nomadism. Rudi, a Slovenian entrepreneur and scholar, shares his insights on the motivations and values that guide digital nomads. From the allure of cheaper destinations to the shared experiences that this unique lifestyle offers, be prepared to rethink old notions of work and leisure. As we delve deeper...

Today's adventure begins at Agaete  in Gran Canaria, where we bask in the panoramic views from rooftop terraces, immerse ourselves in a unique unconference session at a coffee plantation, and thrive in co-living accommodations.  A new experience for us, and one which unlocked a world of future possibilities, long before the official Nomad City conference and its inclusive and enlightening agenda, which brought together remote work experts from all over the world. The unique individuals and...

Have you ever wondered how a simple passion like writing can morph into a successful full-time freelance business? Let's hear it from Dominic, the CEO and founder of UC Marketing, who shares with us his transformation from being an entry-level provisioning coordinator to running a successful content marketing freelance venture, with complete personal control over lifestyle and work/life balance. With his wealth of experience, Dominic serves up a plateful of insights - navigating the...