The Corporate Expat™ Experience with Nicole Colwell

Both traditional expat and Corporate Expat, Ryan Spence shares his journey from walking out of his career in big law to finding his path forward and creating his Triple C Method. In this episode, you will learn what to do when you feel like you are losing yourself to your job; the importance of recognizing your values and what it means to level up by focusing on the three C's. Be sure to check out Ryan's new book “The Triple C Method” https://www.iamryanspence.com/triplec

#IWD - While today is a day of celebrating and recognizing women, our lives, our contributions and our impact on the world – it's also a day of inclusion. In this episode, learn how men are part of the conversation and how they can be part of IWD today and every day.

What does taking a pause and deciding that there has to be a better way have to do with this podcast and the Corporate Expat Experience?  Tune in to this week's episode to learn more about the power of pause, the first stage of corporate expatriation and where almost all change begins…

Corporate Expat Sarah Cooke loved her work in the corporate world but started to realize the impact of the fast-paced, high performance corporate lifestyle was having on her health. As a former athlete, Sarah knew that the way back to optimal health was by focusing on movement and nutrition to help her to deal with the stress, rigor and demands of her work along with implementing the much needed boundaries that are often compromised in this environment. And as an Entrepreneur, Sarah realized that the burnout did not just affect corporate professionals but entrepreneurs too. Sarah knew this was where she could make a huge impact - helping high performers optimize their health, wellness and their business. In this episode you will learn: The parallels of the expat experience to the corporate expat experience from Sarah who has experience both! How a difficult pregnancy reignited a passion for health and wellness, sparking a departure from corporate to starting a new business The challenges of being fully booked as an entrepreneur and the changes that Sarah made to her business to experience the freedom she desired as an entrepreneur Be sure to check out https://sarahcookemarketing.com/ for free resources, how to work with Sarah and to listen to her podcast “The Healthy Business” for more business tips to help you have a healthy business and life.

Amazing things can happen when we allow ourselves to “try” – yet we have been so discouraged by movies, quotes, personal development “experts” to “do, not try” that the word has many of us stopping in our tracks! In this episode you will learn: why “try” is even more powerful that “just do” how context makes the difference when determining whether to “try” or “do” the questions you need to ask yourself to move you into inspired action

Corporate Expat Laura Fravel spent over 20 years traveling the world, uncovering and producing stories for media outlets, brands and causes. Turning seemingly ordinary people, into extraordinary stories – for National Geographic and Netflix, to Microsoft and The New York Times. Laura has seen first hand how one person's story can make a difference and a change in the world.  Now Laura helps experts, leaders and entrepreneurs tell their story – to elevate their brand, to help make a difference for their clients and the world.  In this episode Laura shares: The power of your story  When to start working on your personal brand How corporate ladders translate in entrepreneur world Be sure to connect with Laura and learn more about sharing your story to build your personal brand at www.laurafravel.com

Susannah Morgan, a successful art gallery director and art advisor became inspired by other Corporate Expats who started their own businesses, in other fields and started to realize that she could do the same in the business of art. That inspiration sparked the launch of SKM Art Advising, which coupled her background and experience in art, along with her passion for having a business of her own. And while her path looked a little different from her mentors – she has created a thriving business and life that she loves. In this episode you will learn how: learning from success stories in different industries can help you to see new opportunities in your field how your business day one might not exactly be the same down the road the importance of creating a supportive environment and community  Be sure to check out https://linktr.ee/SKMArtAdvising and connect on social @skmartadvising

Amarilis Correa Parga, Owner of Ace Travels Agency takes us on her Corporate Expat journey and without giving too much away – it has definitely been an adventure! Her love of adventures - traveling, experiencing new cultures, and connecting with people – has led her to so many places and to new opportunities.  In this episode you will learn: How keeping an open mind helps you in your journeys & your career Shifting gears in your career can help you change your perspective How your corporate business experience will help you as an entrepreneur Word of caution – you may develop a serious case of wanderlust after hearing Amarilis talk about the chapters of her career taking her around the globe and her work now helping her clients experience the true essence of the destination through custom designed cultural trips.   Ready for your next adventure? Travel inspiration? Or to learn more about the Travel Industry?  Connect with Amarilis at www.acetravelsagency.com and find her on all social @ace_travels

Kat Ruiz worked on Wall Street managing billions in assets and living a fast paced lifestyle that while many envied, Kat realized was leading to burnout and quickly. She decided to make a change, to pursue her next degree and during her studies found something that would completely change her life and her next career move. Kat's next move - to focus on helping those corporate professionals who were living life in the fast lane to slow down, focus on health and wellness in order to do more and be more. On this episode you will learn: How your Corporate Expat journey may take you down different routes before you find your path Why continuous learning is so important and especially for experts What to do before you make the leap from Employee to Entrepreneur Learn more about Kat, her work and her Corporate Wellness program at www.katruizwellness.com 

Stefanie Pinsley had it made – a bright future with a coveted role - being accepted to the super competitive Associate Product Marketing Manager program at Google, the world's most popular domain.  She was enjoying the fast-paced environment and working on new initiatives, with one of her first roles as Leader for the Home Alone Campaign starring Macaulay Culkin. Then 2020 happened and things changed – working from home, a long-distance move and the stress of the pandemic led Stefanie to realize that she needed a break. While taking a formal leave of absence, Stefanie used the time away to be creative and have some fun on TikTok, sharing marketing tips and ideas – that's when things changed. In a few short months, she built a following of over 60K! Stefanie knew she was on to something and decided to set out on her Corporate Expat journey.  In this Episode you will learn the benefits of taking a leave of absence, how stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to a new career direction and the importance of self-reflection and mindset work before jumping into the entrepreneur “super-highway”. Learn more about Stefanie, her upcoming “Roadmap to Rise” program and how she built her TikTok following through her free masterclass: https://www.stefpinsley.com/webinar-download and on TikTok @stef.pinsley

Luke Smaul, led one of the largest Digital Transformation programs across GE and jointly launched a new vertical for the business leading him to discover a new passion – digital transformation.  He saw the challenges and started to look at things differently.   Luke saw a better way. He combined his domain expertise and business experience with his vision and passion to take the leap into entrepreneurship - building a successful consulting firm that transforms the approach to digital transformation. In this episode you will learn how a vision for doing things differently can spark transformation for others and yourself; the importance of building a personal brand and when to start working on it; and how asking for help can be a power move. To learn more about Luke, Digital Transformation and the power of seeing things differently – check out https://www.chakra.expert and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-smaul Learn more about Digital Transformation and how to “Cut through the hype”  - Sign up for a Free Masterclass: https://www.decodedtransformation.com

Luisa Molano was thriving in her corporate career as a Leader in HR until her intrapreneurial spirit took her down a different corporate path that was not quite as she planned. In this episode, Luisa shares how being on put on a PIP (Performance Improvement Plan) helped to leave her corporate career on a high note and to propel her Corporate Expat journey. Taking her corporate leadership experience along with her passion for Human Design, Luisa launched a Leadership Coaching practice working with leaders to navigate challenges and to guide leaders to unlock their Unique Creative Flow Pattern™ to reach their next level of success.  To learn more about working with Luisa, visit www.luisamolano.com

Vance Long, Managing Principal and Founder of The Skain Group started his Corporate Expat Experience by doing a favor for a friend, which opened the door to an entirely new world and line of business.  From heading up operations at one of the most well-recognized international bar brands to heading up physical and digital security for some of the most famous global brands and events, Vance shares not only his transition experience, but also the importance of leading your business with your core values, incorporating these values in your business and how he has made his business decisions and creating new programs based on the defined core values. Vance also shares insights on why digital hygiene and security is no longer a nice to have – especially for entrepreneurs.   For more on how to protect all that you are working to build, visit www.theskaingroup.com

Stephanie Acker, Chief Experience Designer at Design the Experience was living a “magazine lifestyle” and enjoying a successful career living in APAC, working for a top financial institution. While loving her work and living in an exciting new world, Stephanie realized that the lifestyle she was living, while glamorous and exciting, was “about as thin as the magazine paper” it was printed on.  In this episode, Stephanie shares how the Boston Marathon and finding Diet Dr. Pepper in a random market weighed in on her decision to leave the expat life, to move back home and to eventually start a new business - becoming a “Corporate Expat”.  Stephanie also shares valuable marketing tips and insights from the corporate world in a simplified way that you can use in your business today.   Check out “The Marketing Mastered” membership that provides you with a unique, easy-to-digest “micro-learning” approach and ideas to grow your business today. https://www.designtheexperience.com

Sarah Aspinall, Founder of “Breaking Ballet” shares her Corporate Expat story sparked by two fateful nights that led her to leave a successful career in law, rediscover a passion and create a new movement in fitness. www.breakingballet.com @breakingballet  

Did you know that there are two thoughts that will absolutely kill your dreams and your goals? Think about your response and then listen to this episode – this is for everyone who wants to grow and to reach next level success.

Mindset is not all positive talk and woo – learn why your mindset matters, understand exactly what it is and ways to help you move into a mindset that works for you.

What is a "Corporate Expat"? This week I will share more about being a corporate expat, the stages of corporate expatriation and my corporate to entrepreneur transition. Plus, I will share with you a powerful, yet simple exercise to help you figure out what you want and what you need to do start moving towards a life you desire.

Ready to make a change in your career? To start a new business and live life on your terms? Or have you already started your business and looking for some inspiration and fresh perspectives to help you reach your next level of success? The Corporate Expat Experience will provide you with all of that and more - providing you with the reality of what it takes to successfully transition from employee life to entrepreneur world and build a business and life on your terms.