Struggling to stand out in a crowded market? I share the positioning formula that helps you attract the right clients, clarify your message, and become the go-to expert, without burning out on content.

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Struggling to explain what you do with confidence? Katie shares how defining clear positioning helped her attract her first clients and how sustainable habits create long-term results in both health and business.

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You know you need a clearer niche… so why aren’t you committing to one? In this solo episode, I share what’s really holding you back, and how to pick the niche that unlocks real growth in your business.

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Struggling to show up because you fear judgment or backlash? Katia shares how getting “uncaged” helped her embrace bold visibility, handle criticism, and build impact-driven confidence in her business that goes far beyond self-promotion.

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You’re tired but still driven, successful yet unsettled. Slowing down feels risky, pushing through feels unsustainable. Here is how to create space without giving up your business.

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Feeling torn between speaking up and protecting your business? In this powerful conversation, Melissa shares why action matters now, how solopreneurs can use their voice with integrity, and how small, courageous steps can protect humanity without burning out.

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You know you need to be visible, but pushing content that feels misaligned just doesn’t sit right anymore. In this episode, I share why I chose to pause, what that space revealed, and how we can show up with clarity, integrity, and intention in a loud online world.

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Learn about the steps and questions to ask to become great at selling without being pushy and salesy. Here is how to “coach the sell” to help your clients make the right decision for them and trust you.

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What should we know about AI today? How to use it ethically to leverage ours businesses? Helen Todd, one of the first thousand people to have created her own digital clone answers these questions for you.

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Positioning yourself as the go-to expert in your field is key to attracting your ideal clients. If you are feeling uncomfortable calling yourself an expert, here is a four-step process to own your authority authentically and with unshakable confidence.

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Naomi shares how to intentionally leave your job, especially when you want to start a business, and how to prepare for this transition effectively to begin this new chapter with confidence and alignment with your values.

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Coaches and other service providers like consultants are often not taken seriously and therefore struggle to make real revenue. Here is what you can do instead to stand out from the crowd and attract your ideal clients.

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Furkan Karayel shares her inspiring story: how she went from not seeing enough women like herself in Tech to launching her business and positioning herself as the go-to expert in the field of inclusion and diversity.

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Discover the 4 areas of your life where you are consuming subliminal messages that are affecting your business and how you can choose the right messages to show up with your full potential.

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How can you create consistency in your business and commit to all the daunting tasks when so much is happening in your life? Emily Rogers shares the key foundations that allowed her to make her business a priority without sacrificing her well-being and her family time.

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Being strategic with your resources is key to getting results and building a profitable business. Discover the two critical factors you need to evaluate to implement your marketing strategies consistently and effectively.

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Discover how your subconscious mind influences your business and how to make the necessary shifts to achieve greater results and impact.

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Finding the time, motivation, and energy to be consistent with your marketing activities on top of your clients’ projects can be a real challenge. Here are the shifts you need to increase your visibility without overwhelm and attract new clients more regularly.

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Discover Barbara’s insights transitioning from a university professor to building a location-independent business and becoming the go-to expert worldwide in the field of virtual work and great engagement online.

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Discover the three important pillars that will allow you to grow your business with intention, achieve your big goals and bring your vision to reality.

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If you have been contemplating quitting your job and starting a business that is aligned with your passion and your skills, Stefanie’s story will hopefully bring you the inspiration you need to gain hope and take action!

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Learn about the three pillars of The Time Is Now and how you can use this podcast, and this community, to propel your business towards more growth, alignment and impact.

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Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app:                        Episode 300 is here! This has been an incredible journey of growth and transformation for me, my audience and my clients. As you already know, the podcast will have a new name starting from episode #301. Stay…

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The world has dramatically changed in the past 8 years, especially in the online space and the expat field. In this episode, I share with you the 3 big shifts I have noticed. As entrepreneurs, it is crucial to pay attention to what is happening in our industries, as well as in the global economy.…

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At the time this episode aired, Tandem Nomads is soon turning eight! Oh boy… the world has certainly changed since the first episode aired. For that reason, Tandem Nomads podcast will soon undergo major changes. Stay tuned! But before I share more about that, this episode represents one of the many significant shifts that have…

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In this episode, we address the critical question that often holds people back: “What do you truly want?” We understand that not everyone can answer this with certainty, and that’s okay. As an online business coach I’ll share insights to help you navigate this introspective journey and align your goals with what you truly want.…

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Obsessing over your rivals? That’s the express lane to Burnout City. The reality is if you don’t have competition– it’s likely there’s not a demand for your product. To contrast, if you have BIG competition but are always worried they’ll copy you or snatch your clients, you’ll lose sight of where you’re going. “Believe in…

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If glimpsing at your bank account sends shivers down your spine – then this episode is your new money mantra. Let’s face it, we’ve all had those sleepless nights over money, done the shame shuffle around business bucks, or even battled the debt-monster. It’s time to change that narrative. Wealth coach, Vangile Makwakwa spills the…

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Behind every successful entrepreneur is that one decision, that one defining moment, that changed it all. And many times, we don’t hear about the entrepreneurial challenges, but rather we just see the enormous success via social media or other digital mediums. I had a big vision but no evidence to support it besides my own determination…

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Many women around the globe act as full or part time caregivers in some capacity and their free labor allows businesses to expand profits and take advantage of their creativity. Often, as a result women are financially dependent and vulnerable. If you do find yourself on the spectrum of vulnerability and financial dependence, know that…

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What exactly is a ‘brand evolution’? Just like a personal evolution, a brand also requires the creator to dig deep and ask the hard questions like: Am I showing up in a way that feels good and is helpful to my audience? Does my design style represent the vibe and vision I want to portray?…

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Building revenue, joy, and balancing your lifestyle? That’s the dream. But, it isn’t always as easy as it looks. Solopreneurs and small business owners alike can quickly get swallowed up by their business, working in it and not on it. To add, as online business owners, it can be difficult to find time for your…

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Podcasts are all the craze these days, but what is the buzz really about? Whether you aren’t sure about podcasting or don’t know where to start, this guide will provide you with all the information you need from the benefits of podcasts to how to produce one on your own. Speaking of benefits, did you…

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Without market research you might find yourself implementing many different strategies with little results. Conducting research is often seen as time consuming or for larger companies with plenty of resources, but with my 7 tips you’ll find yourself with increased visibility and building relationships with long-term clients. There’s a direct correlation between the market research…

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Overthinking, comparisons, and fear hold back so many talented entrepreneurs from achieving their business potential. Melissa shares her best tips about dealing with imposter syndrome and how to cultivate a mindset for success. She explains the darkness imposter syndrome can create, the symptoms that might show up as a result of imposter syndrome, and how…

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As a service provider – such as a freelancer, expert, consultant or coach, it can be difficult to define your offers effectively, especially when you don’t know in advance what the client needs and how a project will go. However, whether you’re just starting your business or have been in the game for a while,…

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What’s stopping you from investing in yourself? For a lot of entrepreneurs, especially women, the hesitation to invest in themselves is surrounded by feelings of guilt. They wouldn’t hesitate to help their family, their kids or friends – so why do so many solopreneurs feel guilty about helping themselves? Emily Rogers shares the frustrations she…

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If you have been thinking of starting your business, launching something new in an existing business or completely pivoting your business into a new direction but struggle to take action for a while now, you might be getting into Analysis Paralysis mode. Being stuck in Analysis Paralysis mode is one of the greatest dangers for…

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Being featured on a podcast is a great way to gain visibility and share your story and expertise. When done well, it’s also an opportunity for listeners who identify with your story, to want to take up your services. But with limited guest spots it can be a challenge to get featured. So how do…

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Women’s empowerment has been at the core of Tandem Nomads’ mission since it started. Entrepreneurship is indeed one of the most effective tools for women to live up to their full potential and create their own source of financial independence while aligning their business with their priorities in life. The countless women who came before…

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When you work at what you love, it’s easy for burnout to creep up on you. It’s a bit like the ghost at Halloween. You know it’s there, but it’s not until you stare it in the face that it scares you. Entrepreneurs know how to look after themselves, but all too often they ignore…

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Most solopreneurs and small business owners define their yearly revenue goals just by guessing. That’s even if they actually block out time to think about it! They might have an idea about what they could or want to achieve, but without proper planning, they may as well burn their money and waste a lot of…

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It’s a common mistake among new and not so new entrepreneurs! – starting your brand with a fancy logo. As an entrepreneur you need to know that it’s so much more than a fancy logo, website and business cards. And if you already have a business and a brand, never stop working on it! It…

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Before you even try to plan your goals and design an action plan that you’re able to commit to and achieve, you need to answer this question with great clarity: what do you truly want? There are more people than you think who can’t answer this question with certainty. Maybe that is you too? If…

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People tend to believe that they are either creative or they are not. In reality, we all use creativity every day. It’s a major part of every business solution and forms the basis of many a successful business. This week, Kristina Snyder opens up the concept of creativity to talk about the importance of nurturing…

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People joke about the ‘7-year itch’ in romantic relationships and the alleged phase of restless angst, but what about a business relationship? As an entrepreneur we have a business relationship foremost with ourselves. We are the center of our business and therefore at the center of its highlights, challenges and transformations. We can’t separate the…

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Tandem Nomads turned 7 on November 2022 and whilst I am the face of Tandem Nomads, no journey happens without people along the way. In challenging times, we notice the support that’s given to us because we need it more than we might sometimes acknowledge. Yet the wins and the celebrations are just as important,…

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In our most stressful moments, it’s easy to assume that we have no choices and maybe we just have to plough on until life gets easier. What if you shifted your perspective? What if you considered that in any circumstance you always have a choice, the power to choose your thoughts and feelings? In this…

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When a business is growing and clients are continuously coming through the door, it is an exciting place to be and to celebrate! However, that growth can also lead to overwhelm, stress and even burnout. In fact, this happens more often than you may think! Based on my experience working with my clients, talking to…

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If looking at your bank account fills you with dread and you’re not in love with your bank balance, this episode is for you. Worrying about money, feeling shame around business earnings, and experiencing debt anxiety is normal, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode Vangile Makwakwa talks about how to recognise when…

This post TN284: Redefining your relationship with money and your money trauma – with Vangile Makwakwa appeared first on Amel Derragui and is written by Amel Derragui

With covid restrictions reduced and people being able to travel more, in-person networking opportunities are opening up again. Online networking is also still on the rise as the business world continues to shift how it operates globally. Regardless of whether you’re networking online or offline, you need to be able to describe what you do…

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Have you ever considered pitching for an organisation to invest in your startup business? What about becoming an investor yourself as a way of making a portable revenue? Business investing may feel like unfamiliar territory, but it can be a golden key. By understanding the true potential of investing and the eco-system in which it…

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If you dream of turning your business idea into reality but the time is just not right for you to make it happen, you don’t have to forget about it or put it to one side. Whether you are transitioning from a corporate career or balancing your business dreams with spending time with your loved…

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With so many business resources online, it’s reasonable to rely on the outside world to make decisions and navigate our entrepreneurial journey. However, in doing so, we run the risk of ignoring a more profound resource – our intuition. Using your intuition is good for making decisions, especially for making the right ones. In this…

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When we talk about sales and marketing, we mostly talk about getting to know your customers and how you can best serve them. And that’s as it should be. But today, I want to challenge you to look at yourself and how your behavior as a consumer or buyer impacts how you attract clients to…

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When you’re building your business, it’s common to think that you need to follow what other people are doing. Yet in reality, while being able to learn from others, you need to figure out what works for you! Knowing yourself and working to your personal needs reduces any resistance you have and opens the way…

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Although this is the final episode of a series called ‘The Slow Challenge,’ what we will cover today is at the core of what a portable business allows you to do and why I am passionate about helping you grow a successful portable business. In fact, for too long, entrepreneurs have been taught that they…

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Believing in your success and establishing the right mindset can be the difference between a business that moves forward and one that gets stuck. Part of that success also relies on knowing when and what to delegate. This week, I am bringing to you a student of my online program, the Portable Business Accelerator™, Caroline…

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Most solo entrepreneurs complain that creating content is time consuming and overwhelming. You get motivated to start one day, try to keep up with it, then stop, then pick up again, but eventually you end up giving up once and for all. This means you lose the opportunity to engage with your audience and nurture…

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As entrepreneurs we all have times of feeling stuck. There’s a challenge before you and you’re just not sure how to move through it to a solution. In those moments it’s easy for frustration to set in, but have you ever considered using Brain Gym? Brain Gym is an effective technique which helps you shift…

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Being able to reach and build relationships with your potential clients is fundamental to your business success. However, when it comes to developing effective marketing strategies to make that happen, so many entrepreneurs end up stressed out and overwhelmed! Having a clear marketing strategy is simply about knowing where your ideal clients are spending time…

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Mental health and mental wellbeing are just as important as your physical and business health. Despite this, many entrepreneurs still struggle with burnout. As Amanda Bates discusses this week, proactively watching what’s happening to your mental health is vital to avoid substantial disruption to your business. With examples from her own journey, she explains why…

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For many people selling can feel slimy, daunting or overwhelming. But it does not have to be this way… Selling is about helping people understand how they can solve their challenges or desires and find the right solutions for them All you have to do is to focus on letting them know about your solution,…

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You’re looking to grow your business audience and you want to try something new. Have you considered starting a podcast? Perhaps you already have one and want to use it to leverage your business? With so many podcasts out there these days, it can feel a little daunting. Who is going to listen to you?…

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Are you able to clearly describe your different revenue streams, the revenue you earn for each, and at which period of the year? And are you able to clearly define what marketing strategies are attracting your clients and which ones are not? If not, it’s high time for you to stop everything you are doing…

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As an entrepreneur growing your company and paying yourself a salary may feel like the greatest challenge there is.  Yet with the right mindset and planning, all entrepreneurs can achieve a high turnover and high profit. So how do you make it happen? This week Anna Maria Moore takes you through some of the common…

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Do find yourself saying ‘yes’ to all sort of things in your business and your personal life because you’re afraid to miss an opportunity, or you want to keep everyone happy, or you just don’t quite know how to say ‘no’? And then you get overwhelmed, doing things that don’t bring you any joy! If…

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Nearly everyone has heard of rebranding a business, but what about ‘brand evolution’? It’s not just changing your logo as you might think! In this episode, Sundae Schneider-Bean reveals how a true brand evolution requires a willingness to shift in your business as things evolve and to do the deep personal work which asks whether…

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Is the ‘clutter’ in your business draining your energy and stealing your time? And I don’t mean the piles of paperwork on your desk! If you want to be able to slow down and beat overwhelm, you need to address your mental ‘clutter’ and the tasks in your business that just aren’t serving you. Getting…

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Creative people are commonly known for thinking that they can’t make money from their creativity, but is this belief true? Is it possible to transform a craft into a passion and then into a business? Miche Scott knows it is! Not only is it possible but it’s also completely transformative personally. In this episode Miche…

This post TN264: Turning a handcraft hobby into revenue and impact – With Miche Scott appeared first on Amel Derragui and is written by Amel Derragui

Wouldn’t it be great if you could have a business that brings you revenue, joy and fulfillment and not spend all your time working on it? Your business should be working for you, not the other way round! One of the great advantages of a portable business is that you can have a successful business…

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Entrepreneurship is certainly the ride of a lifetime. It demands a lot from a person. How do you ride the wave of running your own business with outside influences ever present, large workloads, limited hours and a desire to stay on purpose? And what if you are interested in more than one thing and are…

This post TN262: Entrepreneurship beyond business – doing more than one thing – With Amanda Bates appeared first on Amel Derragui and is written by Amel Derragui

In episode 259, we discussed how it would be very difficult to grow a sustainable and successful portable business without all the great online tools available to us nowadays. I shared the top 5 online tools that I swear by to grow my own portable business. However, if you are not particularly “tech savvy”, going…

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You’re a female entrepreneur and you’ve just found out you’re pregnant. You’re also probably thinking, I’m now going to have to stop or pause my business. Very few ‘mom-preneurs’ think it’s possible to take maternity leave, let alone make it happen, but is that really true? Melissa Parks has really defied that misconception. In this…

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Making your business portable depends on a few factors – one major one is technology. We are so lucky to live in a time where highly sophisticated technologies are not only affordable but also user friendly so people with no tech background can use them easily. If you think you are not “tech savvy”, I…

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Do you get over stressed about writing good content for your website and blogs? What happens when your audience’s language ability is not the same as yours? Do you know how to communicate with them? While it can feel tricky to write effectively and inclusively for a global audience, it doesn’t have to be. Ema…

This post TN258: How to write and edit content in an effective & inclusive way – With Ema Naito appeared first on Amel Derragui and is written by Amel Derragui

The earlier you start delegating the mundane tasks in your business the more bandwidth you will have to focus your energy on the revenue generating activities of your business and take it to the next level. However, finding the right virtual assistant (VA) or building the right team can become a daunting journey when you…

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As solo entrepreneurs and small business owners, it is easy to feel intimidated and overwhelmed by data. Tracking data is only for big companies, isn’t it? What if we told you that tracking your numbers is for every business owner and can actually be fun? Contrary to popular belief, tracking data also enables you to…

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In the last few weeks, I have watched the war in Ukraine with shock and horror. I know many of you have too. I also know that there are many other places in the world where there is fear, violence and conflict right now. It can be hard to focus on running and growing our…

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None of us like to feel like we’ve failed. When something goes wrong in your business, it can be very hard to separate that from you as a person. We feel it deeply. With so much of the conversation around business focusing on how to be successful, this week we’re taking an alternative look at…

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Most women are full or part-time caregivers. Their free labor allows organizations and businesses to be more effective, create value and increase profit. Financial vulnerability and dependence should not be their reward. If you want to grow your business or take it to the next level but struggle to do so because you are a…

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An expat horse and portable business owner walk into a new life. It sounds a bit like the beginning of a joke doesn’t it? Yet, it describes the amazing story of Jaizel Selleslaghs, a Dutch woman who moved to Peru with her husband and her horse and became a successful entrepreneur working with dressage riders…

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If you feel discouraged about the energy that creating content requires from you and therefore struggle to do it consistently or have even given up, this episode is for you! I will share with you the reasons why you feel so drained and demotivated about creating content. Starting your content strategy from social media is…

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We all experience a range of complex emotions which we navigate every day. As entrepreneurs our true potential can become blocked by fear, stress, and self-doubt; all very real struggles when growing a business. There are, however, powerful, yet simple solutions to help you thrive and not just survive. In this episode, Yvonne Hendrych shares…

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Are you allowing yourself to dream big? Can you still dream like you did when you were a child and allow yourself to imagine the infinite possibilities ahead of you without worrying how you would get there? Day to day life as an adult including dealing with the essential aspects of growing a business can…

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Juggling your biggest goals and ambitions with your family life and parenting, while feeling aligned with who you are can be a challenge. Add in also being a successful entrepreneur and it might feel like there’s little time left for you. As Camilla Quintana shares this week, the answers lie in ambition. She talks about…

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What is the reverse side of “stuck”? Hint, it is not “getting unstuck”, it is making decisions! Avoiding making decisions can lead to your business failing! It is so important to overcome the mindset barriers that can stop you from making decisions and moving forward in your business, and even in your life! Don’t be…

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Do you feel that you can’t work or run a business now because you’re on the move or need to focus on other personal needs, such as raising young kids? It’s time to think again! In this episode Alexandra Paucescu invites you to imagine differently. You will learn why starting with small actions and projects…

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Do you ever look at a successful entrepreneur and wonder what is that thing that propelled them to where they are now? In this episode you will hear a truly inspiring story that will make you see how a simple mindset shift can help you move forward too. This is the story of a successful…

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It might seem impossible to plan when you’re in the middle of huge uncertainty about your future or trying to make sense of a complex transition. The last two years of the global pandemic have certainly shown us that we need to be flexible in the face of unexpected changes and challenges. However, when you…

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When you are setting your goals for the next year in your business, or even in your personal life, do you take time to pause and reflect? If you don’t, you are missing opportunities to learn and celebrate! More importantly, not taking this time to pause and look back could stop you from growing your…

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One of the biggest challenges as a solo entrepreneur (or probably any entrepreneur) is that if you are not doing well personally, your business is likely to struggle too. It is really important to understand that you are human and it is totally normal that there will be times when you cannot be on the…

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For many solo entrepreneurs it’s already tough to practice self-care while running a business and managing the usual obligations of life. So, when things go wrong and you need to slow down and face some difficult challenges in your personal life – such as supporting family members in distress or through illness, taking care of…

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Balancing parenting with starting and growing your own business as a solopreneur is never easy. Add in a couple of international relocations AND a full-time job and it might seem impossible, but Tracy Oyekanmi is doing it all. As a parent and an entrepreneur, Tracy has found ways to juggle family life, career and her…

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Growing your email list and gaining visibility should be one of your top priorities if you want to consistently attract new clients. Here are 7 ways you can do that. “The easier you make it for your audience to find your resources the better results and conversion you will get. Keep it simple and memorable!”…

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Great copywriting can make a real difference in attracting your ideal clients through your content. However, writing original copy can feel very daunting, unless you realize that it can get much easier when you write with your true voice instead of writing in a way that does not represent who you truly are. “You can’t…

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Growing your email list while giving valuable content to your audience is key to setting yourself up as the go-to expert in your industry, attracting your ideal clients and converting your efforts into revenue. One of the best ways to do so is by offering a free valuable resource. This free resource is called in…

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Managing your taxes and finding sustainable financial and legal solutions as a global nomad and portable business entrepreneur can get quite overwhelming. Kathleen Di Paolo, an expert in international taxation shares some of the options now available to help you navigate these challenges. “There are more legal international taxation solutions for global nomads nowadays than…

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This episode is part of a series of episodes where I answer a question from the Tandem Nomads community in 15min or less. “Define your goals and keep track of your finances systematically from the get-go, even if you aren’t generating revenue yet!” This is a question from Gina who asks: How should I keep…

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Do you have a great ambitious idea that you truly believe in but you don’t know where to start? Or you lack the confidence to get out of your comfort zone, especially if you no-one around you sees its value? “Be your own best cheerleader and don’t wait for permission” In this episode you will…

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