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Exploring job options? Want to avoid the rat race and design a lifestyle based on your interests and passions? Vagabond Work is here to show you the alternative ways to make money and live life on your own terms. Host Mike Waltman (Jack of All Trades, Master of None / chronic sufferer of Shiny Object Syndrome) picks the brains of outdoor workers, digital nomads, side-hustlers, seasonal employees and professional creatives to show you the broad range of lifestyle-centric job options out there. Every episode includes tips, actionable advice, valuable resources, and personal perspectives to help you decide what jobs are right for your lifestyle goals and how to succeed in these industries. Also featured are people harnessing the expense reducing power of van/camper/bus life, budget travel and other forms of low-cost living. Learn from the experiences of these lifestyle nomads who’ve reduced overhead and increased flexibility so you can do the same. Make money and design the lifestyle you’ve always wanted with the help of Vagabond Work.

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    VW 6: COVID-19 and The Importance of Income Diversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 11:17


    In this episode, we discuss COVID-19, the current uncertainty of employment for certain industries and the importance of having diverse income sources. I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy out there. Support the show (http://vagabondwork.com/custom)

    VW 5: Surf Instructor pt 2 | Surf Camp Abroad

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 35:07


    In this episode, we dig into what it's like to work as a surf guide/instructor at a surf camp while traveling abroad. I met this guy down in Nicaragua where he was working as an instructor for a surf camp. He has 8 years of experience working as a surf instructor in Cornwall England (see VW: 4 for part one of our conversation and for more info on his experience there). During the second part of the conversation, we cover the differences between working at a surf camp abroad vs. a typical seasonal surf school/shop, working with clients for a week or more at a time, compensation, the importance of establishing your motivations, crucial questions to ask employers before accepting a job, and a whole lot more.For custom job alerts and access to the Cheat Sheet Library (detailed notes of all the VW podcast episodes) be sure to register to Vagabond Work.Support the show (http://vagabondwork.com/custom)

    VW 4: Surf Instructor pt 1 | Busy Surf School

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 58:59


    In this episode, we dig into what it's like to work as a surf instructor at a busy summer surf school. I met this guy down in Nicaragua where he was working as an instructor for a surf camp (see VW:5 for info on working for a surf camp abroad). He has 8 years of experience working as a surf instructor in Cornwall England and a lot of perspective on what it takes to be a good surf instructor. During our conversation, we cover how to find an instructing job, tips for applying, daily responsibilities at a typically busy surf school, advice for effective instruction, the physical and mental challenges of the job, his favorite aspects of the job and a whole lot more.For custom job alerts and access to the Cheat Sheet Library (detailed notes of all the VW podcast episodes) be sure to register to Vagabond Work.Support the show (http://vagabondwork.com/custom)

    VW 3: Van Tripping Central America | Samantha Foster

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 38:20


    In this episode, we dig into the experience of traveling in a van through Central America. I met Sam and her dog Leo down in Panama after they made the trip from Texas in a brown 1997 GMC Vandura named Ramon. Sam (and another van traveler who joins the conversation later) share stories and practical advice about van travel through Central America. Over a few beers, we discuss border crossings, rough roads, finding places to park, close calls, van living with friends, traveling with a purpose, and a bunch of other topics to give you a better perspective on this trip. Customize the information you hear about:vagabondwork.com/customExplore Lifestyle Jobs/BusinessesExplore Vans/Campers/BusesIf you'd like to support Vagabond Work at no cost to yourself, use my affiliate link whenever you shop Amazon. I'll get a small commission on the total order price, out of Amazon's pocket, not yours.Support the show (http://vagabondwork.com/custom)

    VW 2: Location Independent Software Consultant/Programmer | Tanner

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 32:53


    In this episode, we dig into what its like working as a software consultant and programmer while traveling abroad and how to get into it yourself. I met Tanner down in Panama, where he was surfing and working location-independent. He works for a software consulting company based on the US west coast for the last 10 years but has never been to the office. If you're exploring digital nomad job options, software consulting and programming is definitely one worth considering. During our conversation, we discuss the most valuable education for the industry, how to build your resume when you're just starting out, the differences between consulting/programming work compared with other location-independent tech gigs, tips for working while traveling, job hunting advice, how to leverage high income and low expense locations to maximize lifestyle, and a lot more. Customize the information you hear about:vagabondwork.com/customExplore Lifestyle Jobs/BusinessesExplore Vans/Campers/BusesIf you'd like to support Vagabond Work at no cost to yourself, use my affiliate link whenever you shop Amazon. I'll get a small commission on the total order price, out of Amazon's pocket, not yours.Support the show (http://vagabondwork.com/custom)

    VW 1: Tugboat Deckhand | Colin Tully

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 46:32


    In this episode, we dig into the responsibilities and realities of working as a deckhand on tugboats. Colin Tully is a buddy of mine who works for Moran Towing Corporation based out of New York Harbor. He's been a tugboat deckhand for 6 years and comes from a multi-generation tugboat family. He has plenty of insight and advice to share on deckhand work and the industry in general. During our conversation, we discuss the daily responsibilities of a deckhand, the qualifications needed to enter the industry, how to find a job, money, the realities of working 3 weeks on/3 weeks off, seasonal/short-term contract work, skills to work on to give you an upper hand, and a whole lot more. Customize the information you hear about:vagabondwork.com/customExplore Lifestyle Jobs/BusinessesExplore Vans/Campers/BusesIf you'd like to support Vagabond Work at no cost to yourself, use my affiliate link whenever you shop Amazon. I'll get a small commission on the total order price, out of Amazon's pocket, not yours.Support the show (http://vagabondwork.com/custom)

    Introduction to Vagabond Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2020 15:29


    An introduction of what’s to come on Vagabond Work. Mike Waltman (Jack of All Trades, Master of None / chronic sufferer of Shiny Object Syndrome) explains the various types of lifestyle-centric workers you can expect to hear from on the show, how nomadic living can be used to reduce expenses, and how you can leverage the experiences of others to design a flexible lifestyle on your own terms. Customize the information you hear about:vagabondwork.com/customExplore Lifestyle Jobs/BusinessesExplore Vans/Campers/BusesIf you'd like to support Vagabond Work at no cost to yourself, use my affiliate link whenever you shop Amazon. I'll get a small commission on the total order price, out of Amazon's pocket, not yours.Support the show (http://vagabondwork.com/custom)

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