In today’s episode, I sat down with Rachel and Sasha, the dynamic duo behind Grateful Gnomads. Join us as we dive into their incredible journey from chance encounters at music festivals to building a fulfilling and sustainable lifestyle as digital nomads. Let’s learn about their story and experience and how teaching English paved the way for creating unique opportunities to discover and pursue their passions.
Episode Guide
04:37 The Birth of Grateful Gnomads
07:14 Creating a sustainable lifestyle
11:36 From blogging to business
15:03 Full-time travel and how to make it work
16:06 Overcoming hesitations
17:12 Working and traveling is a balancing act
20:31 Stepping out of your comfort zone
22:34 What have you learned from trying new things and failing?
27:48 How did you monetize your blog?
36.50 The setback: Life after China
41:05 What’s the best thing that happened after China shut down online teaching?
43:35 Exploring global possibilities and succeeding as an English Preneur
Who knew a trip to China to teach kids how to speak English could be a life-altering decision?
Rachel and Sasha's story teaches us to embrace opportunities, even in uncertain times, and to approach challenges with adaptability and a positive outlook. Pursuing endeavors that may seem scary can lead to unexpected and fulfilling journeys. We hope today’s episode inspires you to explore the world and embrace the possibilities that life brings if you only seize the chance.
Stay tuned for Part 2 of our conversation with Sasha and Rachel.
You may visit their website at www.gratefulgnomads.com to learn more about our guests.
Keep traveling, keep thinking about your purpose, and don’t be afraid to pursue it!
Until next time, happy travels!
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