The Location Indie Podcast

In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie. In this episode, you'll hear from three of our past campers - Cassidy Scott, an accountant who has been able to build her lifestyle around what she wants (travel, stickers, fun!), Mellissa de Oliveira, who finally got laid off - and was happy about it, and Martie McNabb, whose camper, Brooklyn, was the star of the show at Camp Indie 2021. If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp. Whether you're just starting out or have been on this path for years, you'll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp).  www.campindie.com

In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie. In this episode, you'll hear from three of our amazing speakers this year - Nora Dunn, the OG digital nomad, Christine Lozada, drone queen extraordinaire currently driving around in a skoolie, and Scott Brills, the "most interesting man in the world". If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp. Whether you're just starting out or have been on this path for years, you'll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp).  www.campindie.com

In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie. In this episode, you'll hear from two past camp attendees who loved it so much in 2021 that they are coming back, Jason Robinson and John McKenzie, on how they were both able to quit their jobs and start traveling the world. If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp. Whether you're just starting out or have been on this path for years, you'll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp).  www.campindie.com

In our Campfire Chat series, I sit down with the people you'll get to meet at our adult summer camp and largest event of the year, Camp Indie. In this episode, hear from two of our main speakers, Erica Hackman and John Burnett, on how they've been able to build lifestyles that give them location, time, and financial freedom - and also how a trip to Qatar lead to a mud hut in Zambia and why storms on a remote island are a good thing! If you're looking to break free of the 9-5 or are already a digital nomad, traveler, or entrepreneur then join us at the ultimate adult summer camp. Whether you're just starting out or have been on this path for years, you'll advance toward the lifestyle you want to lead (while having a blast at summer camp).  www.campindie.com

Today we are talking with Jeremy Enns, founder of Podcast Marketing Academy and Counterweight Creative. I have had the honor of knowing ( & becoming great friends with) Jeremy since he first joined LI in 2016 and have watched his businesses grow like crazy. Jeremy (& his partner Kelly) are true digital nomads in that they have been living all over the world for years while working on their ever-expanding businesses. In this episode, we discuss digital nomad visas (& how things line up as they are supposed to), what the journey looks like from scrapping by to fully location independent, and why it is smart to build your business with a lifestyle-first mindset to avoid a lot of stressors that happen when you are growing your business.  We also get into why travel doesn't have to be the thing you build everything around, how having an exit strategy for your business is a positive thing especially when you are first starting it up, and how you know when you need to pivot or pull the plug. What was your biggest takeaway from today's episode?  Let us know over on Instagram! TLDR Jeremy's location independent journey from scrapping-by to flourishing Why a lifestyle-first mindset is important Travel doesn't have to be the thing you build everything around Why exit strategies are important even when first starting out How do you know when to pivot vs pull the plug Process first, outcome second Sitting in discomfort can help you find your life purpose Guest Bio Jeremy Enns is the founder of Podcast Marketing Academy, the only growth-focused podcast education platform for experienced creators, brands, and marketers looking to build long-term, sustainable audience growth systems. He loves any sport that involves a frisbee, used to co-host an explicit-rated ice cream podcast, once bicycled across Europe, and will always look back on the day he finally saved up enough money to buy the Millennium Falcon Lego set as one of his proudest achievements. Important Links Jeremy's page he created for all of you Seth Godin's Blog Post - Thirty Five + Years of Projects The Dip by Seth Godin Mark Manson's Blog Post - 7 Strange Questions That Help You Find Your Life Purpose Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)  

Rob Abasolo is called the "King of Short Term Rentals" and he has used AirBnB to quit his job, make waaaay more money than before, and do the stuff he loves (like building tiny houses, renovating motels, and giving people epic experiences).  But it wasn't always that way - in fact, his very first short term rental project that was supposed to take 3 months took 13!   It's no secret that I am a massive fan of real estate and short term rentals specifically, and so not only do Rob and I geek out on short term rentals on the podcast, but... ...we are also running a totally free 2 day workshop called "The 3 Biggest Myths About Short Term Rentals" on Oct 25th and 26th. Click here to join the workshop - it's totally free! So even if you don't know anything about short term rentals or if it's right for you, here's your chance to learn from two experts who learned the hard way!

Today we are talking with Craig Cannings, co-owner (with his wife Kelly) of Freelance University, father to five daughters, and lover of travel which means he fits in here in every way possible. I had the opportunity to get to know Craig over the last year and I couldn't wait to get him on the podcast because he effortlessly spits out fantastic insights without even trying. In this episode, we are getting into how building a business while raising little kids demands that you have systems in place,  why lifestyle first was the precipice for going on this journey into entrepreneurship, and how can you navigate a season of life change (like a business failing) in a way that best suits your family & your future self. We also get real about productivity & non-negotiable time and the role they play in the statement "I don't have enough time to build a business of my own" which (hint, hint) you have more time than you realize. If you want to enter into a new season of life, give this episode a listen because waiting for something to happen vs taking action is going to dictate your outcome and we give away some great insights and advice on how to make it happen. What are your expectations for starting your own business timewise? Are you being realistic?  Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio Craig Cannings is the co-founder of Freelance University with his wife, Kelly. Craig has had the privilege of helping over 20,000 students in 75 countries realize their dreams of launching a portable, freelance business (and lifestyle). He has enjoyed the great freedom of working from home and traveling abroad while raising 5 wonderful daughters. Important Links Freelance University Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)  

Today we are talking with Erica Hackman from The Nomadic Network who is also the owner of Decoding Online Dating. Erica and I go back a few years and she is one of my favorite people to talk to and it always seems like once we are together, we can spend hours upon hours talking about travel, and business, and even get into some deep topics effortlessly.   On this episode, we are getting into how people can ebb & flow from your life depending on the season you are currently in, why being comfortable being you can help you navigate your seasons of life, and how looking at your future through a lifestyle lens can make it less daunting and overwhelming. I adore our conversations and I am always learning and gaining so much great advice from my time talking with Erica.   When you look at the next 5 years from a lifestyle lens instead of a purely business mindset, what does it look like for you?  Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio Erica is the Director of Nomadic Matt's community: The Nomadic Network. After living around the world for years in places like Zambia, St Vincent, South Korea, Qatar, Costa Rica, and rural Thailand, Erica met Nomadic Matt and began her decade-long career working with a huge budget travel website that gets over 1.5 million readers each month. She's worked from my laptop for extended periods of time in Vietnam, Cambodia, Dubai, Costa Rica, the UK, South Africa, and Ghana. Her love for meeting people translated well when it came to building The Nomadic Network. Over the last 3 years, Erica and Nomadic Matt have created a thriving community that hosts in-person and virtual events that connect travelers to people and resources that get them traveling cheaper, better, longer, and more! Important Links The Nomadic Network Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)  

Today we are talking with Wanda Duncan from Black Women Travl Community, podcast host of the amazing Black Women Travel Podcast, and the creator of the International Black Women Travel Jubilee being held in Tbilisi, Georgia this year. We are getting into the macro and micro seasons that we all have in our lives, why she got her digital nomad visas to the countries of Georgia & Albania, how she broke away from the "normal" corporate life and dove head first into digital nomadism (& what she is looking for in a home base now), and what it was like to be a solo black woman traveler when the content creators surrounding the travel community weren't.  What season of life are you in right now? How are you navigating that space currently? Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio Wanda has been working and traveling as a digital nomad since 2016. She's the founder of Black Women Travl, a thriving community of Black women who center travel, wellness, and creating online streams of income. Join the Nomad Crew Collective, listen to the weekly show Black Women Travel Podcast, and attend the annual travel conference just for Black women coming up on October 1st and 2nd, the International Black Women Travel Jubilee. Where do you fit in? Come sit with us! Important Links Black Women Travl Black Women Travel Podcast International Black Women Travel Jubilee Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)  

We mentioned this last week but for the next few episodes, I will be bringing on people who I have known for quite a while (or new friends) to discuss the seasons of life & entrepreneurship based on their path to location independence. Today we are talking with Christine Lozada who is a travel creator, drone pilot, and podcast host of Everyday Badassery which is all about inspiring travel stories. She is all about travel and teaching thousands how to get the best shots using drones (and how not to destroy your drone in the process). You may recognize her from this year's Paradise Pack which included her course on How To Fly A Drone and since she is the "drone queen" you know you are learning from the best. We are diving into how a single decision can set your life onto a new season, how you don't have to follow the path that you decided on if it isn't working for you, and why opening up to your inherent badassery may be the best thing to keep you moving forward. All of this plus so much more is on the table as I talk with the amazing Christine Lazada so grab your favorite beverage and enjoy this episode. What is the most badassery thing you have done so far and what is still on the list? Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio Christine loves to explore the world from every angle - the land, underwater in the ocean while scuba diving, and from above in the sky with her three drones. As a travel creator, she captures the beauty of the places she travels to and tells stories that inspire and help others to discover new destinations.  She grew up in San Diego, California and after living the city life in SF and NYC while working in the corporate world of Walmart and Amazon, she realized the most badass thing she could do is to pursue a life of adventure and do things that help others to feel MORE alive: through travel, flying drones and living a more badass life. Important Links Side Hustle Success Challenge is OPEN  Seasons of Life - LI Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)    

We are back!!  For the next few episodes, I will be bringing on people who I have known for quite a while to discuss the seasons of life & entrepreneurship based on their path to location independence. Today I get the esteemed pleasure to talk with NatNJodie from House Sitting Academy who are some of my oldest and dearest friends that I have made since starting my own entrepreneurial journey. We are discussing what their current season of life entails, how they got there, and what is happening next. This is a look at the honest truth about the location indie lifestyle and how it progresses and morphs throughout our lives (aka seasons). What season is your life currently in? Let us know over on Instagram! Guest Bio NatnJodie started their full-time traveling lifestyle in 2013 with just $300USD to their name, with no credit, no savings, and no real income source, after losing everything in a business startup in Dubai.    Over the past 9.5 years, they have reduced their travel costs primarily by house sitting their way around the world. Something that lead them to create the House Sitting Academy, publish a book on house sitting and appear in several media publications, including a National Geographic book.    In 2021, a life-changing event happened that totally shifted their perspective on working and the constant ‘hustle' to make money, creating a mindset shift to 'semi-retire', completely slow down, and enjoy life more. And funnily enough, they made 10x more money than ever before! Important Links Side Hustle Success Challenge Waitlist - The event will be going on sale on the 12th Seasons of Life - Li Podcast Episode Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page)    

It has been a minute since we did a podcast but that is because we are imagining what this season is going to look like moving forward. During this episode, Trav is contemplating the seasons of life and how they have to end before new ones can begin. This can be exciting and terrifying all at once but it can also be a relief to realize that these moments are a part of the journey. Take a listen and see where are Trav's thoughts in this current season and what the future of the Location Indie podcast is going to look like. What season is your life currently in? Let us know over on Instagram! Important Links Saying Goodbye - Jason's Farewell Podcast Location Indie - Join The Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page) Lifestyle Launch Academy  

How do you handle negative reviews? When you put yourself out there you will eventually get a bad review (or two or three) but how you take in the information will dictate the overall outcome. You can't let it beat you down but can those reviews sometimes be catalysts to new ideas and changes...Absolutely. Today we are diving into how we process negative reviews, steps to take to gleam any constructive criticism out of them, and how putting yourself in their shoes can make all the difference in how you feel about the review. This goes for any reviews you may receive in life whether they are from colleagues, friends, family, or strangers on the internet. How have you handled bad reviews?  What are your best tips and tricks for when you get criticism? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. Important Links Location Indie Laundry House on Spotify FREE Side Hustle Success Guide  

This is a hard one as change is oftentimes difficult. We are saying goodbye to one-half of the founding team at Location Indie and that is never easy. We are very excited about the new journey that he is going on and we get to watch him succeed in all the new ways that we know he will.  While we will miss our friend on the business end of things, he is still our friend and that will never change so family vacations, podcast guesting, and late-night phone calls will still be happening. Don't worry though because the LI podcast, community, and Lifestyle Launch Academy is still going strong and won't be going away anytime soon.  Change isn't inherently bad but a chance to redesign, rethink, and reimagine a bigger and better version of your life and how you live it. This is a good thing! We will miss you, brother! Important Links Zero To Travel Podcast Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide  

Do you struggle to make habits stick? What about, breaking habits? Have you had success in kicking some not-so-great habits to the curb? Trav & J are talking all about habits: building awareness of our habits, deciding which habits are serving you and which aren't, how you can change or morph the bad ones or solidify the good ones, and why you need a plan to execute the habits you want to continue. How do you go about habit making or breaking? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie.   Important Links Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide Atomic Habits by James Clear

We heard (& loved) your requests and are going to be exploring some different location independent careers throughout this year. If you have a specific type of work you want us to speak about (or bring on an expert) then hit us up at team@LocationIndie.com. But for today, Lynne & Kaycee are getting into what is a community manager, what tasks are expected, and what are the goals of a CM. They speak from years of experience running the Location Indie community as well as tons of Facebook Groups, and other types of paid and non-paid communities. If you have ever wondered what it is like to be a CM and are interested in learning more about this type of work then hang out with us as we get into the nitty-gritty. If you are running your own community then this may also help guide you as well. We hope you enjoy this episode and please let us know if you want to hear more from the ladies of LI by shooting us an email at team@locationindie.com or tagging us in a post on Instagram. Important Links Wander Your Way - Lynne Nieman Count On Me Virtual Assistant - Kaycee Bowen  

Today we are discussing why we spent 20k on coaching, how it can fast track your progress, and why coaching is such a positive investment in your future. You can get to the next level on your own or you can utilize the minds & experience of those who are already doing it and doing it well, the choice is always yours. We choose to invest in ourselves (& businesses) to get to the stage we want in a much faster fashion because we know that time is money and spending all that time to figure it out on our own wasn't going to benefit us in the long run. Have you ever invested in yourself & your dreams? Has coaching ever helped you in the past? What was the most impactful thing that has happened to you with a coach?  This Episode Lifestyle Launch Academy Location Indie  

Today is all about the 3 types of people who are trying to go location independent and we will narrow down the best way that we see to get you there. Here is some foreshadowing, the best way to go about it isn't the way that we necessarily got to location independence but join us as we dig into the triangle of freedom & give you some insights to get you the life you want & desire. What part of the triangle are you going after first, please email us at Team@locationindie.com and let us know! In This Episode: 01:40 Triangle Of Freedom 04:15 Save & Splurge Technique 10:00 Fly By The Seat Of Your Pants Technique 17:35 Sustainable Success Maker Technique 20:05 The Mystery 4th Bucket 22:45 Last Thoughts & Tips Important Links Location Indie  

So this episode is going to be a little different and that is because the team is taking over the podcast. Don't worry the guys will be back but you will also get to hear a bit more from the ladies of LI from time to time. When we were discussing what we wanted to talk about in today's episode, we knew right away that the #1 thing we all had in common was being females in the entrepreneurial world. So we will get into our struggles internally and externally, the joys and camaraderie of being around other amazing females, plus the pros and cons of being location independent in today's climate. We hope you enjoy this episode and please let us know if you want to hear more from the ladies of LI by shooting us an email at team@locationindie.com or tagging us in a post on Instagram. Important Links Wander Your Way - Lynne Nieman LilyAnnFouts.com - Lily Fouts Count On Me Virtual Assistant - Kaycee Bowen  

Today is the first day that you can pick up your own Paradise Pack but remember, this sale is only on until April 4th, 2022 so do not wait to grab a pack because once it is gone...it is gone forever! Today we are welcoming some more of our contributors to this year's pack including Erica Virvo Hackman from Nomadic Network & Our Whole Life Love, Annette Fortner from Chase for Adventure, and Craig Cannings from Freelance University. Just like in the pack, we are diving into all things travel, business, digital nomadism, and getting into the stories of each of our guests today. How did they get to where they are today? What were their biggest struggles? What did they do before their entrepreneurial journey? You will see yourself in one of the stories being shared and let it be your catalyst to create the lifestyle you have always dreamed of + we would be honored if the Paradise Pack played a role in getting you started on your journey. Have you picked up this year's pack? Let us know on our Instagram. Important Links The Paradise Pack - On Sale March 29th - April 4th Craig Cannings from Freelance University Annette Fortner with Chase for Adventure Erica Virvo Hackman from Nomadic Network & Our Whole Life Love  

We are unbelievably excited to announce that The Paradise Pack is back to help you learn the skills you need in business and travel to live the life that you desire and deserve. Today we are welcoming on some of our contributors to this year's pack including Isabel Leong from Bel Around The World, Wanda Duncan from Black Women Travl, Jason Robinson from The Nomad Experiment, Kirsten Pontius from KirstenPontius.com (who is a wellness coach), and Jeremy Enns from Counterweight Creative. Just like in the pack, we are diving into all things travel, business, digital nomadism, and getting into the stories of each of our guests today. How did they get to where they are today? What were their biggest struggles? What did they do before their entrepreneurial journey? You will see yourself in one of the stories being shared and let it be your catalyst to create the lifestyle you have always dreamed of + we would be honored if the Paradise Pack played a role in getting you started on that journey. Are you excited to get this year's pack? Let us know on our Instagram. Important Links The Paradise Pack - On Sale March 29th - April 4th Isabel Leong from Bel Around The World Wanda Duncan from Black Women Travl Jason Robinson from The Nomad Experiment Kirsten Pontius from KirstenPontius.com Jeremy Enns from Counterweight Creative  

Today is a little bit different in that it is not just Jason & I on today's episode. In fact, we have the LI team with us today and you are going to have the chance to get to know Lily, Lynne, and Kaycee plus hear their stories of how they got to location freedom. Going forward, we will be handing over the mics to the team from time to time to get their unique perspectives on the triangle of freedom, entrepreneurship, digital nomadism plus a lot more. Do you like hearing from the team as well as J & I? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. Important Links Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide Learn more about Lynne's travel planning company at Wander Your Way Learn more about Lily's Book on her website Learn about Kaycee's virtual assistant business on her website  

Today's episode is all about life skills and J & Trav give you their top 10.   Important Links Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide

Do you struggle to make habits stick? What about, breaking habits? Have you had success in kicking some not-so-great habits to the curb? Trav & J are talking all about habits: building awareness of our habits, deciding which habits are serving you and which aren't, how you can change or morph the bad ones or solidify the good ones, and why you need a plan to execute the habits you want to continue. How do you go about habit making or breaking? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie.   Important Links Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide Atomic Habits by James Clear    

New Year, New Lifestyle! Do you use the holidays to reflect on your past year and set your goals for the coming year? Are you even a believer in setting new year's goals in the first place? Trav & J are talking all about goals: how to create goals in a way that works, how can we make sure we hit those goals, is it always necessary to have goals, and what are the best practices for fighting the overwhelm that comes with goal setting. What are your best practices for goal creation? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie.   Important Links Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide

Do you fear failure or success, or maybe both? Maybe you feel stuck or unworthy…. tune in today as Jason and Trav touch on the fear of success. You'll get 3 actionable items to help you create an awareness of these fears and learn how to conquer them. Important Links Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide

How does the speed at which you want to accomplish your goals affect your decisions?  Building the triangle of freedom and the goals and decisions that need to be made are all directly influenced by how quickly you need to become fully location independent. Being familiar with your timeline from the start can be so beneficial that it allows you to go at a pace that sets you up for success from the beginning instead of just turning your wheels without a clear goal. Do you have a timeline for the building of your LI business/lifestyle? What is your biggest hurdle with planning it out? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @LocationIndie   In This Episode: 03:00 How Quickly Do You Want To Be Location Independent 05:30 Implementation Of Actionable Steps 10:30 Informing The Decisions You Make 16:00 Realism In Your Business Ideas 18:55 Fast Tracking Your Goals    Important Links Location Indie  

Today is a bit of a more random show because we are answering 7 questions that we have seen in our Location Indie community. We are responding to these with gut reactions and then more thought-out answers so this one should be interesting, to say the least. We will cover travel and business so sit back with your favorite beverage and give this episode a listen. What are your answers to these questions? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. Important Links Location Indie FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide Yo Dat's Rank Podcast Laundry House on Spotify

There is a lot of discussion about morning routines with some living by theirs and others hating the restrictive qualities of them but is there a middle ground? Building routines in your life can be a massive help in becoming a more effective person in both your business and personal life but does structure/routine mean there is no wiggle room for fun? Today we are diving into whether a morning routine is BS or effective. While structure is important, it doesn't mean that you have to live the same day over and over and call it a life. Trav talks about a specific rule he uses in life to allow for both routine and spontaneity to live in harmony while still achieving his goals and crushing his workload. Jason is all about habits and creating awareness around what you do and don't do and how that affects your overall day. So are you on team morning routines are BS or do you see the effectiveness of them? Take a listen to see what side wins! How do you feel about your morning routine? Will you be making any changes based on this conversation? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. Important Links Location Indie Laundry House on Spotify FREE Lifestyle Freedom Guide  

How do you handle negative reviews? When you put yourself out there you will eventually get a bad review (or two or three) but how you take in the information will dictate the overall outcome. You can't let it beat you down but can those reviews sometimes be catalysts to new ideas and changes...Absolutely. Today we are diving into how we process negative reviews, steps to take to gleam any constructive criticism out of them, and how putting yourself in their shoes can make all the difference in how you feel about the review. This goes for any reviews you may receive in life whether they are from colleagues, friends, family, or strangers on the internet. How have you handled bad reviews?  What are your best tips and tricks for when you get criticism? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. Important Links Location Indie Laundry House on Spotify FREE Side Hustle Success Guide  

What can be learned from hosting your first big in-person event?  Today we are talking about our experience from creating and hosting our very first Camp Indie. We will talk about the biggest business lessons we learned, the power of experience-based events, how camp affected us, and how we ran the logistics of an in-person event.   Thank you to everyone who joined us at Camp Indie! You made it as amazing as it was :) What has been your biggest takeaway from an in-person event you have attended? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. Important Links Location Indie Laundry House on Spotify Camp Indie FREE Side Hustle Success Guide  

Where are you on the work/life satisfaction scale?  This is an exercise that we do within the Side Hustle Success Challenge and we want to do it too. Right now. What is your work/life satisfaction number from 1-10? During the last challenge this idea came up a lot, it is ok not being ok with being ok. Now that may sound like a tongue twister but we are getting into what that means and how it affects your satisfaction number in today's episode.  After you are done listening, what is your number, and did this idea resonate with you? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @LocationIndie   In This Episode: 03:50 Give Us Your Gut Reaction 07:30 Looking Back At Past Jobs & Their Satisfaction Numbers 09:00 How Lifestyle & The Work Build Your Number 10:40 The List Of Likes & Dislikes 12:00 Why It's Okay Not Being Ok With Being Ok 15:00 Finding The Balance Between Gratitude & Wanting More For Your Life 17:50 The Challenges That Trav Is Throwing YOU 21:00 Action & Mindset Are What Will Get You There 24:20 Give Yourself Permission To Honor Your Feelings   Important Links Location Indie  

How are you viewing your choices and decisions? Are you weighing them against your ultimate goals or are you making them based on that exact moment and emotions? Today we are talking about the LIfestyle Freedom lens and why you should be using it to make decisions whether they be financial or time or location-based. This will help you filter out all the bull so that you will be able to reach your triangle of freedom faster, more prepared, and with a better grasp. Are you attending Camp Indie? Do you have any questions regarding Camp Indie? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. In This Episode: 01:40 Theme For Camp Indie Is... 05:10 Why A Lens &/or Theme Matters? 08:45 More Time Freedom, More Location Freedom, & More Financial Freedom 11:40 The Triangle Is Not Perfect Forever...It Changes & So Can You 15:25 Get The Focus Through The Intention 17:40 Remote Jobs Are More Available 18:05 The New World Post COVID & How It Accelerated Lifestyle Freedoms 20:40 Check Out CampIndie.com Important Links Camp Indie Laundry House on Spotify Location Indie FREE Side Hustle Success Guide  

How intentional are you with your relationships? Why is this so important? Today we are getting into the importance of being intentional with who you surround yourself with, who you get inspiration and motivation from, and why this matters to your own success. Your successes aren't going to magically happen and the people you are around can play a big role in your overall successes and the speed at which you reach that success. Are you attending Camp Indie? Do you have any questions regarding Camp Indie? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. In This Episode: 01:55 Why Being Intentional is Important 03:45 How Can You Be More Intentional 09:10 Two Big Ways Of Being Intentional 12:00 Information-Based vs Relationship-Based 15:00 Building Bonds In Person 16:40 Triangle Of Freedom: Time Freedom & Spending It Wisely 19:10 Macro & Micro Life Goals & Who Is Already Doing It 22:00 The Goal Of Camp Indie Important Links Camp Indie Laundry House on Spotify Location Indie FREE Side Hustle Success Guide  

We have always had amazing experiences at conferences and the reason you are listening to this podcast came from us meeting at one. So with that in mind, we are bringing you 7 tips to help you make the most out of any event that you attend, Camp Indie included. Are you attending Camp Indie? Do you have any questions regarding Camp Indie? Let us know over on Instagram @LocationIndie. In This Episode: 01:40 Our In-Person Event: Camp Indie 03:35 Tip 1 & Tip 1B 06:40 Tip 2 11:05 Tip 3 14:05 Tip 4 15:50 Tip 5 18:50 Tip 6 21:40 Tip 7 Important Links Camp Indie Location Indie FREE Side Hustle Success Guide  

Today is all about the 3 types of people who are trying to go location independent and we will narrow down the best way that we see to get you there. Here is some foreshadowing, the best way to go about it isn't the way that we necessarily got to location independence but join us as we dig into the triangle of freedom & give you some insights to get you the life you want & desire. What part of the triangle are you going after first, please email us at Team@locationindie.com and let us know! In This Episode: 01:40 Triangle Of Freedom 04:15 Save & Splurge Technique 10:00 Fly By The Seat Of Your Pants Technique 17:35 Sustainable Success Maker Technique 20:05 The Mystery 4th Bucket 22:45 Last Thoughts & Tips Important Links Location Indie FREE Side Hustle Success Guide

While Trav has never seen Frozen in its entirety he has seen hours of random parts of it, Jason went to see Frozen On Ice with his daughter so they are experts in everything about "let(ting) it go" :P Queue the music...sorry if it is now stuck in your head. Today's episode is all about letting go of things you may enjoy or give you value, the difficulties behind it, why it is important, and how it can help you move forward towards your goals. A lot of times it is way harder to let something go than it is to create something new so let's dive into why that is and the importance behind it all. Are you filling your plate up with too many to-do's? When was the last time you asked yourself 'What can I let go of?' so that you are able to comfortably move forward into the life you are wanting? In This Episode 01:45 Lyrical Misheard 04:35 Letting Go 10:15 Feeling The Pressure 17:40 Questions To Ask Yourself 20:45 Gut Check Yourself & Minimalism Important Links Camp Indie Location Indie  

This is a great question that can be a great debate starter so let's start a debate. Trav & Jason have two very different viewpoints on whether being passionate about something actually matters when it comes to long-term business and life decisions. Does passion propel you forward or can it stop you in your tracks? Can being passionate about a topic lead to making different decisions in all aspects of life or does the idea of having or not having "passion" weigh you down. Does the difference lie in the definitions of passion & inspiration?  This is where the debate begins so listen to see which side wins out or maybe they are both correct, you decide! Who's side do you land on or are you riding the fence? Let us know in the comments on the episode page!   In This Episode 01:55 Trav's Take 06:45 Jason's Take 09:15 Debate Begins 25:00 Are They Both Right? Important Links Camp Indie Location Indie Awaken Your Inner Entrepreneur Challenge Mark Manson's Books & Website  

Have you ever had a chance meeting that forever changed your life? What would Jason & Trav's lives look like if they hadn't met at a conference years ago? Having a community AND meeting like-minded people in real life is exceptionally important and can have a ripple effect that could alter the course of your life in magical ways you never imagined. This is exactly why Jason & Trav have decided to put on the world's most fun conference where you will learn and make the connections you need to build or grow your location independent business and travel lifestyle all the while having a blast at an adult summer camp. Welcome everyone to Camp Indie!! NEW CAMP DATES OF SEPT 17-19, 2021  Camp Indie guarantees to have these three things: Learning, Fun, & Connections plus this event is all-inclusive. This conference is for everyone and you do not have to be a Location Indie Member to attend! In This Episode 01:20 Tasting Menu 05:25 The Importance Of Meeting IRL 10:00 How Travis & Jason Met 15:30 Welcome To Camp Indie!   Important Links Camp Indie Location Indie

What do you do when you are feeling unmotivated? How can you kick that feeling so that you can attack everything you need to do? Jason was feeling super unmotivated at the beginning of this year but knew he had some epic tasks on this to-do list so Trav & Jason came up with their lists of ways to fight through those times.  In This Episode 06:00 Getting Started & Who You Are Around 16:55 Self Awareness 18:45 Create Before You Consume 20:40 Make A Mindless Sandwich 22:50 Set A Time Limit 25:10 Take A Walk 27:20 Give Yourself Some Grace Important Links Camp Indie Location Indie    

There are a ton of myths surrounding the idea and application of side hustles and today we are tearing into 5 of the biggest ones. Which ones resonated with you the most? In This Episode: 03:20 7-Day Side Hustle Success Challenge 05:50 Myth One 10:55 Myth Two 14:05 Myth Three 18:05 Myth Four 22:25 Myth Five Important Links 7-Day Side Hustle Success Challenge Waitlist Lifestyle Launch Academy Location Indie  

Are you stuck in a rut, doing things the same way year after year? We all go on autopilot at times in life because it takes less brain space and is all-around "easier" but when we start to take a step back and look at things through fresh eyes we can engrain the joy and magic back in. Don't let your habits & routines take away the joy & creativity from your everyday life and business.  How are you going to start looking at your life through fresh eyes? What actions are you going to take to freshen up your business? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @Locationindie.   In This Episode: 02:40 Back To The Kitchen 03:50 The Lesson Is...& What Questions You Should Ask Yourself 04:45 The Beginner's Mind + A Zen Tangent 12:50 Practical Takeaways: Adding OR Taking Away   Important Links Location Indie Side Hustle Success Challenge Location Indie Quiz  

Do you overcomplicate things to the point of stagnation? Do you get bogged down by the plethora of ideas and action steps you want to take? It is time that you STOP overcomplicating everything and keep it more streamlined and simple. You are probably asking, "Well, that sounds great but how do I do that?", well this episode will cover some insights that we have learned from our years in business and some gems from our business coach, Stan the Man. Do you have a framework that you use to make your business & life more simple? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @Locationindie.   In This Episode: 02:30 The Kitchen Analogy: Flumixing The Fung Shui 06:30 The Lesson For Today: K.I.S.S It 10:10 Simplicity Works Best & Frameworks Work 13:50 Side Hustle Success Challenge & Using It as a Building Block For Your Foundation 19:15 Having The Right Steps To Make Building A Business Easier   Important Links Side Hustle Success Challenge - Last Day to Join Location Indie Quiz Location Indie    

Do you know exactly what your dream average day would look like? Have you ever taken the time to sit down and write it out in detail? Our coach, Stan The Man, gave us this exercise and since we have done it (& taught it) in the past, we thought this would be easy...it wasn't, and here is why. It had to be handwritten In narrative form from the moment you awake to the moment you fall asleep Highly detailed & specific Must be focused on the experience of the day (what are you seeing) and how it feels (emotions) If someone else were to read it, they had to be able to picture it in their heads like a movie We gained massive insights from this exercise that will affect all of our future decisions in business and life and we know it can do the same for you hence this podcast episode.  Did you do the exercise? What is your biggest takeaway from doing it? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @LocationIndie or send us an email (or voice message) to team@locationindie.com.   In This Episode: 03:25 Your Perfect Average Day Exercise 07:00 Jason's Take On It 11:35 How Trav Completed It & How It Affected Him Wholly 16:00 Jason's Aha's & Experience With This Exercise 27:45 The Crazy Pieces Of The Day Puzzle 29:00 Don't Get Overwhelmed: It's About The Feelings (& Fun) You Have 35:35 Giving Yourself Space To Think About It & Therefore Take Actions Towards It 38:00 Do This Exercise & Send Us A Voice Message About How It Went    Important Links Location Indie Side Hustle Success Challenge Waitlist  

How is your current lifestyle design working for you? Is it time to tweak it to better fit the future you are working towards? Today we are putting ourselves out there (Jason on the previous episode & Trav on this episode) and taking a look at our lifestyle design for the last 2 years and how we will need to redesign it for our future goals.  Lifestyle design has never been a set it and forget type thing and, in fact, is ever-evolving just like we are as people. Life throws curveballs every chance it gets and so having the ability to adapt and redesign what your needs and wants are is what we love most about what we have built for ourselves and for you. How are you going to challenge yourself in the next two years? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @LocationIndie   In This Episode: 04:50 Mini Recap of Trav's Last Two Years 11:40 Flexibility Is A Core Value 18:05 Looking At It Through A Different Lens 23:50 Trav's Lifestyle Redesign For The Next Two Years 30:30 How Are You Going To Do Schooling While Traveling 34:00 Lifestyle Design Takeaways & What Is Next For Trav   Important Links Location Indie Camp Indie   Want More? Lifestyle Redesign Part One: Spotlight On Jason    

How is your current lifestyle design working for you? Is it time to tweak it to better fit the future you are working towards? Today we are putting ourselves out there (Jason on this episode & Trav will be next episode) and taking a look at our lifestyle design for the last 2 years and how we will need to redesign it for our future goals.  Lifestyle design has never been a set it and forget type thing and, in fact, is ever-evolving just like we are as people. Life throws curveballs every chance it gets and so having the ability to adapt and redesign what your needs and wants are is what we love most about what we have built for ourselves and for you. Did you do Trav's exercise and if so, what was your biggest takeaway from it? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @LocationIndie   In This Episode: 01:20 What is Lifestyle Design? 05:30 Current Lifestyle Design: Changes In Jason's Life Over The Last Two Years 20:00 Jason's Lifestyle Redesign For The Next Two Years 27:10 The Nomad Experiment 30:25 What's Coming In The Next Episode   Important Links Location Indie The Nomad Experiment  

Where are you on the work/life satisfaction scale?  This is an exercise that we do within the Side Hustle Success Challenge and we want to do it too. Right now. What is your work/life satisfaction number from 1-10? During the last challenge this idea came up a lot, it is ok not being ok with being ok. Now that may sound like a tongue twister but we are getting into what that means and how it affects your satisfaction number in today's episode.  After you are done listening, what is your number, and did this idea resonate with you? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @LocationIndie   In This Episode: 03:50 Give Us Your Gut Reaction 07:30 Looking Back At Past Jobs & Their Satisfaction Numbers 09:00 How Lifestyle & The Work Build Your Number 10:40 The List Of Likes & Dislikes 12:00 Why It's Okay Not Being Ok With Being Ok 15:00 Finding The Balance Between Gratitude & Wanting More For Your Life 17:50 The Challenges That Trav Is Throwing YOU 21:00 Action & Mindset Are What Will Get You There 24:20 Give Yourself Permission To Honor Your Feelings   Important Links Location Indie  

How does the speed at which you want to accomplish your goals affect your decisions?  Building the triangle of freedom and the goals and decisions that need to be made are all directly influenced by how quickly you need to become fully location independent. Being familiar with your timeline from the start can be so beneficial that it allows you to go at a pace that sets you up for success from the beginning instead of just turning your wheels without a clear goal. Do you have a timeline for the building of your LI business/lifestyle? What is your biggest hurdle with planning it out? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @LocationIndie   In This Episode: 03:00 How Quickly Do You Want To Be Location Independent 05:30 Implementation Of Actionable Steps 10:30 Informing The Decisions You Make 16:00 Realism In Your Business Ideas 18:55 Fast Tracking Your Goals    Important Links Location Indie Side Hustle Success Challenge (Doors Are Closing Soon)  

Do you allow time for recovery from big events or big trips? Are you building in buffers to allow you to come back more refreshed instead of just pushing yourself to get back to work immediately? Today we are talking all about buffers and why we need to be allowing time to readjust or recover from travel or big life events. Entrepreneur's guilt is a real thing and buffers allow you to set yourself and your business up for success by having you be more intentional with your tasks, realistic with your energy & time, and productive with your big rocks. Where will you be implementing buffers into your life? Let us know by tagging us in a post on Instagram at @LocationIndie   In This Episode: 04:30 Having Buffers Around Your Big Rocks 07:20 Overestimating What We Get Done In A Day 09:15 Entrepreneur's Guilt: Unrealistic Expectations 12:20 Intentional With The Tasks During A Buffer  16:50 The Learning Curve 18:05 Buffers Are Truly Effective When...   Important Links Location Indie Side Hustle Success Challenge  

What does time freedom mean to you? Why is it so valuable for you?  We are taking a hard look at time freedom and what that looks and feels like to us. We talk about the pitfalls of entrepreneurs' guilt, how to decide what needs to get done first, and the simple but powerful tip of closing your calendar. What resonated with you the most in this episode? Are you going to close your calendar?  Please email us at Team@locationindie.com and let us know!   In This Episode: 03:10 Feeling Guilty About Time Spent 04:30 Entrepreneur's Guilt & Too Much To Do 06:35 Simple But Powerful Tip: Closing Your Calendar 12:00 Planning Gives You More Freedom...It Wheely Does 18:40 The Other Side Of The Coin Debate 21:35 Knowing Yourself Is Key - 100% All In   Important Links Location Indie  

Today is about time freedom or, more so, the lessons we learned from going dark (aka not working) over the holidays.    What is the time you are going to take off? How does it make you feel when you disconnect fully?  Please email us at Team@locationindie.com and let us know!   In This Episode: 02:00 It Is The Exception, Not The Rule 05:35 Actually Taking The Time Off  11:05 Real World vs Online World  & The 80/20 Rule 17:00 #1 Lesson 19:35 Invaluable Existential Crisis 21:10 Judging Our Lives Through The Triangle Of Freedom 26:35 Practical Takeaway For Building More Time Freedom   Important Links Location Indie