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The world is too big for you to spend the next 35 years in an office. This podcast is the first step on your way out. Learn how thousands of others have negotiated infinite out of office time, or left their 9-5 entirely, to travel the world and live their dream now. STEP ONE Podcast is about what…

Zac Solomon


    • Nov 11, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 25m AVG DURATION
    • 27 EPISODES


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    Step One Short with Christa Romano - 6 Years Living Abroad, and Moving from a Traditional 9-5

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2019 5:05


    A few months ago Christa Romano and I met up in Lisbon and talked about Digital Nomads, The Nomad Cruise, and how she be's been able to travel for the last 6 years.  Check out this Link if you're interested in the Nomad Cruise

    Kyle Conner - Leaving Your 9-5, Out of Spec Motoring, and Building a Business Around Your Passions.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2019 56:21


    In this episode I talk to my friend Kyle Conner.  A year and a half ago Kyle left his corporate 9-5, and started "Out of Spec Motoring". I wanted to sit down and talk about what he's been up to, and how he's turning his passion for cars into a thriving business.  Check out some of the stupid things Kyles been doing in Tesla's and listen here to the rEVolution Podcast Also, if you're interested in ripping your Tesla around a race track like a pro, make sure to sign up for the next Track Day.

    Grace Taylor (Part 2) - Nomad City, Costs of Living Abroad, and When to Find a Tax Professional.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2019 21:50


    Grace Taylor is a Tax Professional specializing in US Expat Taxes. If you're looking into spending 1+ years outside of the US, this episode alone could save you thousands of dollars.  If you'd like to get in touch with Grace, or learn more about Nomad Taxes check out www.gracefullyexpat.com

    Grace Taylor (Part 1) - How Remote Workers and Digital Nomads Are Saving Thousands on Taxes by Traveling

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 38:43


    Grace Taylor is a Tax Professional specializing in US Expat Taxes. If you're looking into spending 1+ years outside of the US, this episode alone could save you thousands of dollars.  If you'd like to get in touch with Grace, or learn more about Nomad Taxes check out www.gracefullyexpat.com

    Jack Bennet - Ugly Fruit, and How to Build 3 Businesses From Your Cell Phone

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 55:10


    This episode is so important! Today I sit down with serial entrepreneur Jack Bennet. We talk about how he was interviewed by Katy Perry, raising 80 chickens in his parents house, and why putting fish on his feet changed his life.  Check him out on Instagram And buy a pair of these for your Dad right now! Also HUGE thank you to 8Bit Universe for letting me use their music as the intro and outro of this episode. Check out their work here. 

    Sol Spier - Going to Casinos, Tripling Your Hourly Rate, and Cliffside Epiphanies

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2019 44:12


    Sol Spier is a Digital Marketing Ninja, and has one of my favorite do or die stories. In this interview we talk about casinos, how to triple your hourly rate, and 2 hour meditations among other things.  Check out Sol on Instagram  her company Dawning Digital   Or on her website 

    Kyle Reidhead - Peer Pressuring Yourself, Going Live, and Becoming Human Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2019 55:34


    In this episode I talk to Kyle Reidhead about starting a health business, moving to Bali, finding your unique happiness, and why we need to become human again.  Check out Kyle on instagram here and to learn more about his business and the services he offers click here

    Kyle Reidhead- How Offering to be Laid Off Allowed Him to Travel Full-Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2019 6:02


    This is an excerpt from my interview with Kyle Reidhead He's now a professional health coach living in Bali

    Tannia Suárez & Erin Booth (Part 2) - Why You Only Need A Handful of Clients, Creating Passive Income, And Being Interesting First

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 40:59


    Check out Tannia Suárez on Instagram at English Challenges And Erin Booth on LinkedIn or Udemy

    Tannia Suárez & Erin Booth (Part 1) - "When We First Started I Didn't Want To Be A Freelancer", and How to Live Two Full Days In One

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 40:25


    Tannia and Erin have been traveling the world together for the past 5 years, all while building their businesses from scratch.  In Part 1 of this interview we'll talk about taking the initial leap from a steady 9-5, to freelancer, and then ultimately, entrepreneur.  Check out Tannia Suárez on Instagram at English Challenges and Erin Booth on Udemy 

    Christa Romano (Part 3) - CoWorking, CoLiving, and Becoming The Most Well Connected Nomad on Earth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2019 23:59


    This is part 3 of my interview with Christa Romano. Here are some useful links to some companies we talk about in the show. Traveling CoLiving Groups  Wifi Tribe- We slow-travel the world together as a group of 12-25 people while we work online. Every 4 weeks, we go to a different country and invite our community to join us. Each member goes through an application process, and once accepted, can join us wherever they want. Nomad Cruise- Imagine a big group of like minded people on a worry free all-inclusive cruise. Together you’ll experience incredible destinations and learn new things along the way while making friends for life. Remote Year- Remote Year curates work and travel programs for professionals to see the world without having to quit their jobs. Hacker Paradise- Love your job? Bring it on the road. Hate your job? Go freelance and join us. Our remote work trips are designed to help you live your purpose, with plenty of banter, beaches, and besties along the way. Be Remote- We provide an immersive experience, taking care of all the logistics and planning that’s required when moving to a new place. Jump and join us for a week, two-week or the time you consider! CoLiving/CoWorking Spaces Selina- Whether you’re a digital nomad, family on vacation, adventurous backpacker, or surfer looking for paradise, you’ve come to the right place. Participate in the complete ecosystem of Selina: stay, eat, work, surf, explore, and find a deeper connection with the world. Meet your tribe when you stay with Selina. Outsite- Get Access to Curated Homes Around the World.Travel anywhere, knowing you can come home to an Outsite space - kitted out with everything you'll need to be comfortable and productive. Sundesk- SunDesk is founded with the aim to give students, entrepreneurs, and professionals the opportunity to travel and work. Whether you’re a seasoned digital nomad or just someone looking for a focused getaway, we provide a quiet space and the facilities for you to be at your most productive. Conferences  DNX- If you want to learn more about "location independent working", connect with others and bring your business to the next level, then you're in the right place!The DNX will feature 10 speakers delivering fascinating talks on topics around online self-employment and location independent careers.  Nomad Summit- The biggest conference for digital nomads, remote workers, online entrepreneurs and those who are currently dreaming about location independence and freedom. It's the ultimate place to learn from highly successful professionals and network with hundreds of like-minded people who share your goals and vision. 7in7- Meet fellow long-term nomads and enjoy meetups based on mutual interests: yoga on the roof? Pet owners? CEOs with a passion for board games? It’s up to you! Most importantly, you’ll learn from those who’ve been living the location independent life for two, five, or more than ten years. Freedom X- 6 days in a remote village in northern Spain amidst the Pyrenees mountains. 1 village, 250 hectares. 1,000+ attendees. 50+ inspiring speakers with 100+ freedom talks and educational workshops

    Christa Romano (Part 2) - Is Traveling Alone Safe? Advice For Solo Female Travelers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2019 9:42


    Christa Romano is *THE* Digital Nomad. We sat down in Portugal to talk about her journey from a 9-5 to 6 years of traveling the world. This is an excerpt from our chat.  For more info check out her on Instagram @christabellatravels  

    Christa Romano (Part 1) - What The Hell is A Digital Nomad? and Why She Left New York

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2019 20:20


    A few months ago Christa Romano and I met up in Lisbon and talked about Digital Nomads, The Nomad Cruise, and how she be's been able to travel for the last 6 years.  Check out this Link if you're interested in the Nomad Cruise

    Laurel Farrer- 13 Years of Working From Home, Digital Nomads, and Getting Your Car Washed

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2019 74:12


    Laurel Farrer is the CEO of Distribute Consulting and the founder of The Remote Work Association.  Check out some of her Forbes articles and find her on Linkedin and Laurels best purchase of 2019

    Christa Romano - Save MORE Money When Traveling Full-Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2019 13:38


    Voicemails from the other side of the world, this week...money You're telling me, if I travel full time I can actually save more money than I would at home?! Christa Romano @christabellatravels  

    William Griffin, Sol Spier, Kyle Reidhead - Beliefs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2019 21:41


    Voicemails from the other side of the world... Featuring:  William Griffin @William__griffin Sol Spier @solspier Kyle Reidhead @Kyle.reidhead

    Celinne Da Costa - STEP TWO PODCAST?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2019 12:46


    I wasn't going to publish this one, or at least, publish it yet...

    Celinne Da Costa (Part II) - "Your Stories are "Weak Sauce"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2019 18:16


    Up-level your stories, Up-level your life. In this Episode Celinne Da Costa, Storytelling Mastermind, shares the importance of clarity, vulnerability, and appealing to human truths. 

    Celinne Da Costa - Why No One is Listening to Your Advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2019 4:15


    In this mini episode Celinne Da Costa, shares why sometimes advice doesn't land. 

    Celinne Da Costa - Lead Your Boss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2019 2:54


    In this micro bonus episode Celinne and I talk about leading your boss, and the magic of taking things OFF of peoples "to-do" lists.

    Celinne Da Costa (Part I) - Before I Had A Business I Had A Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2019 22:25


    Celinne Da Costa is a storytelling ninja. In Part One of this interview, we'll discuss the importance of self awareness, radical responsibility, and building a strong personal brand.

    The Dark Side of Travel: Bonus Episode with Jordan Hammond

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2019 12:16


    This Bonus episode with Jordan Hammond features 3 longer, uncut clips of our interview. Centering around Tourism, how the landscape is changing, and the realities of being a travel photographer.

    INSTAGRAM is a TOOL: Methods and Mindset of Jordan Hammond Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2019 20:36


    This is Part II of my interview with Jordan Hammond. This episode is pure practicality. A view into the mind of a practitioner. 

    Photography and China: Jordan Hammond Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2019 13:18


    In the past three years, Jordan Hammond went from teaching English in China, to a professional photographer with, at the time of this recording, 400,000+ followers on Instagram. Take a look at his work, it absolutely mind blowing. He's now paid to travel full time, documenting little known gems all over the world.  In this episode, we'll learn a little bit about his background and how he finds the unexplored locations he's known for. 

    Ultra Marathons, Instagram, And Gratitude: Josh Lynott Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2019 25:11


    Part II of my my Interview with Josh Lynott. 22 Year Author, Photographer, and Ultra runner. In this episode he'll share his thoughts on setting outrageous short term goals, best uses of instagram, and how to set the pillars of your life. This is a must listen for anyone questioning what they're actually capable of.

    Being Open: Josh Lynott Part I

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2019 13:56


    Josh Lynott is a 22 year old Author, Photographer, and Ultra Runner from South Australia. In this episode he'll show us why it's important to book flights, with no return. 

    The Beginning

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2019 3:08


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