#31 Traveling the World as a Professional Travel Writer with Elizabeth Lavis

In this week's episode, I decided to try something new: live coaching on the podcast! (I am the Move Abroad Coach after all). 

For our very first live coaching episode, I brought in Mary Morgan from our Freedom Life Accelerator program.

Mary has big dreams of launching her own business and making the leap to Europe, but she's looking for that extra boost of confidence to bid farewell to her stable 9-5 gig and embrace the risks of entrepreneurship.

As her coach, I walked Mary through the fears that are coming up for her around risk. Together, we dove deep into her past experiences to unearth the roots of her fears and chart a course toward launching her dream business.

We didn't shy away from discussing loss and grief— Our conversation touched on the paralyzing fear of losing everything and the pivotal importance of overcoming it to truly live a life of fulfillment. 

Here are some key takeaways from our heartfelt discussion:

• Moving abroad isn't just about changing locations; it's about creating a life that's aligned to you 
• Establishing an LLC can offer peace of mind, providing a protective shield for your business and personal assets.
• Sometimes we're more afraid of success than we are of failure because we have more to lose 

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do, and a HUGE thank you to Mary for allowing herself to be vulnerable with us. 

Resources Mentioned:
→ Connect with Mary on LinkedIn
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• Episode 44: Fresh off the Plane! Moving to the Netherlands with Monica 
• Episode 12: Escape the 9-to-5: Building a Life of Freedom through Freelancing with Kelly Dunning
• Episode 42: The 3 Types of Fears Keeping You From Moving Abroad

Today we're chatting about something crucial when you're living abroad: managing your money. We're diving into the world of banking, from bank accounts to credit cards, and a bit of savvy travel hacking too!

We'll cover the best bank accounts for minimal ATM fees and my favorite travel hacking credit cards to get free flights. 

I'll also be introducing you to Wise, a handy online banking tool for handling multiple currencies and smooth international money transfers with great rates and minimal fees. 

Remember, it's all about mastering your finances to live your best life abroad. Ready to unlock a world of opportunities? Let's dive in! 🚀✨

Please keep in mind this is not professional financial advice and I am not sponsored by any of these cards or companies. I'm just sharing what I use and love to better help you. When in doubt always contact a financial advisor before making any major financial decisions. 

Land a Job So You Can Move Abroad:
→ Freedom Life Career (NEW PROGRAM!) 
→ Land a Move Abroad Job Course
→ Book a Discovery Call with Marta 

Resources Mentioned:
→ First transfer free with Wise
→ Capital One Venture X
→ Capital One Venture One
→ Chase Sapphire Reserve
→ Chase Sapphire Preferred
→ Charles Schwab Bank
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course

**Disclosure: We only recommend products we would use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This list may contain affiliate links at no additional cost to you and the MAC Team may earn a small commission.

Ever find yourself on the brink of making the big leap abroad, only to be stopped in your tracks by a voice inside your head? That voice that whispers, "What if this is all a huge mistake?" or "What if I can't make it work and everything falls apart?" 

Today we're diving deep into the fears and self-doubt that can sabotage your dreams of moving abroad. It's time for some real talk about getting out of your own way.

In This Episode, We're Covering:

• That moment of panic after the high of making a big decision wears off. Maybe you've just accepted a job, booked your flights, or had a call with an immigration lawyer, and suddenly, you're thinking, "WHAT HAVE I DONE?"
• How it's actually EASIER to fail than to succeed because then we can stay safe in our comfort zone. 
• An inside look at my own personal fears and self-sabotage in running my business and putting myself out there 

So... are you ready to get the hell out of your own way?

Resources Mentioned:
→ Freedom Life Online Course
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course
→ Episode #40 - How Moving Abroad Saved My Life with my husband Chris
→ Episode #42 - The 3 Types of Fears Keeping You From Moving Abroad
→ Episode #43 - Remote Career Myths with Marta
→ Episode #44 - Fresh Off the Plane! Moving to the Netherlands with Monica

Welcome back to another episode of The Move Abroad Coach Podcast! I am so excited to share a behind-the-scenes BONUS EPISODE with you! I am pulling back the curtain on the creation of the Freedom Life Experience (FLE) — my BRAND NEW 6-month program! 

In this episode, I am sharing the story of how the Freedom Life Accelerator program has evolved over the last few years, and now the insights I’ve learned that have led me to FLE. 

SO…are you super curious?! Let me fill you in! 

Whether you're interested in joining our programs or simply want a peek behind the curtain, this one's for you.

I am so excited to share this journey of growth and innovation with you! 

Are you ready to embark on your move abroad journey? The Freedom Life Accelerator and Experience programs are now open until Sunday, 2/25!

PS: We still have a few spots left for FLE but we're filling up fast. Once we're full I'll update the show notes to let you now :)

Resources Mentioned:
→ Freedom Life Accelerator or Experience
→ Book a Call with Richelle to talk about the Freedom Life Experience
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course 

Welcome back to The Move Abroad Coach Podcast!

I'm so excited you are here and for more than one reason — today our Freedom Life Accelerator program is OFFICIALLY OPEN!

Our signature 6-week group coaching program is designed to walk you through the entire process of moving abroad step by step so you can be living your dream life abroad in a year or less. If you've been waiting, NOW is the time!

Join right here: https://www.escapeplanbootcamp.com/joinfl

Today we are also releasing our BRAND NEW Freedom Life Experience program! I'll be sharing all the details in the Move Abroad Escape Plan Bootcamp today, but if you're interested in how you can work with the team for 6 months, be sure to book a call with me here!
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Now…onto today’s episode! Freedom Life Coaching alumn Monica Hay is joining me to talk all about her experience moving to the Netherlands… a few days ago!  

She hasn’t even been abroad for a week yet and is already joining me on the podcast to talk all about her experience: why she ultimately chose to move (no regrets, right?!), what she's doing for a visa, and how she prepared for the move. 

Here's what we talk about in today's episode:

• The process of moving to the Netherlands with her husband and 2 cats just DAYS AGO!
• Managing the move with ADHD 
• Funding her life overseas as a professional writing coach 
• Why did she ultimately choose the Netherlands over Spain and Portugal 

Finally, if you want to learn more about the Freedom Life Accelerator from someone other than me, a few of our alumni (including Monica!) have agreed to chat with you!

Hop on an (absolutely no pressure) call with one of our alumni here and ask any questions you have about the program.

For any questions regarding the NEW Freedom Life Experience, you can check out the link below to book that call with me!

Resources Mentioned:
→ Freedom Life Accelerator or Experience
→ Book a Call with Richelle to talk about the Freedom Life Experience
→ Book a Call with Monica to talk about the Freedom Life Accelerator 
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course

Get in Touch with Monica:
→ Website
→ Instagram
→ Work with Monica 

"Fully remote jobs don't exist!! This is all a lie!"

Today Move Abroad Coach Marta is joining me to chat about the myths and realities of working remotely. 

We're talking...

• Remote-only companies….are they actually super competitive?
• How to find companies that are willing to hire remotely worldwide
• Networking and other ways to stand out 
• and much much more! 

It is totally possible to land a fully remote job that will allow you to move abroad, and in this episode, we're going to show you how to do it. 

Resources Mentioned:
→ Escape Plan Bootcamp
→ Episode 12 - Escape the 9-to-5: Building a Life of Freedom through Freelancing with Kelly Dunning
→ Episode 17 - Help! I’ve applied to 50 jobs and haven’t heard back from any of them with Move Abroad Coach Marta
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course 

Welcome back to another episode of The Move Abroad Coach Podcast. Before we dive in, I wanted to tell you about something exciting coming up! You might have guessed it.... another round of our Escape Plan Bootcamp!

What exactly is this? The EPB is a 4-day intensive live training which includes:
— Hourly calls
— Exclusive Pop-up FB group
— Daily mindset FB live to check in with you
— Time for Q&A
— We’re going to create your personalized plan for moving abroad

You can also expect plenty of bonuses like live training on how to move with pets, securing healthcare abroad, guest speakers, and more!

The best part - only $37 for a ticket!!

Want more?! There is an opportunity to join our VIP experience. You can expect a small coaching group at our lowest price ever. For $97 total, you will get 5 days of exclusive 90-minute group coaching calls AND we will create your customized plan in our small group workshop.

Enrollment just opened yesterday, so make sure to grab your ticket here. 

We start Saturday, February 17th with a pre-party on February 16th.

NOW....let's jump into today's episode! I want to talk to you about facing your fears and where these fears actually come from. 

Here's what we talk about in today's episode:

• The different types of fears and how they affect your move abroad
• What is your enneagram type? Learning more about which one you align with will help guide your next action steps.
• Digging deep and facing your fears at the root not just on the surface

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join Our Escape Plan Bootcamp - Happening LIVE Feb 17-20
→ CPS Enneagram Test
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course

Welcome back to another episode of the Move Abroad Coach podcast! I am so excited to share what we have coming up. Now is the time to jump right into our Escape Plan Bootcamp if you have been waiting for this! Another round of the Move Abroad Escape Plan Bootcamp is starting on Saturday, February 17th. 

In this bootcamp we'll create your own personalized move abroad plan! There will be plenty of bonuses too such as living training on how to move with your pets, and how to secure healthcare while abroad, and we will have guest speakers to help assure you that YOU CAN DO THIS! The best part is your ticket is ONLY $37. Be sure to pop your name on the waitlist so you don't miss out. 

Join Here: https://www.escapeplanbootcamp.com/

Today I want to talk to you about how to make sure you're ready to actually make this leap. We really need to DECIDE 4 major things:

1. What kind of lifestyle you want

2. How you’re making money

3. Where you’re going to move

4. Put your GTFO date on the calendar 

You may be questioning things like how will you work abroad. Or how do you make money? What type of visa do you need? That is why today’s episode is the perfect listen to help get you going in the right direction. After all, a thought with no plan is just a dream, right?

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join Our Escape Plan Bootcamp - Happening LIVE Feb 17-20
→ Episode 10 — OH NO! My Perfect Move Abroad Plan Doesn't Work...Now What?
→ Episode 12 — Escape the 9-to-5: Building A Life Of Freedom Through Freelancing with Kelly Dunning
→ Episode 13 — What The Heck Is A Digital Nomad Visa and How Do I Get One?
→ Episode 17 — Help! I've Applied To 50 Jobs and Haven't Heard Back From Any Of Them with Move Abroad Coach Marta
→ Move Abroad Crash Course

This is a very special episode as I have an extra special guest on today with me…my husband Chris is joining the fun! Chris is not new to the moving abroad life, but he also has a lot to say and thoughts about his overall experience when it comes to leaving his home country of Australia.

From his mental health and how it suffered while being home, how he made his living abroad by utilizing his natural skills and strengths, to navigating being “alone” in a new country and learning to make friends abroad, Chris describes how not overthinking it can be exactly what you need.


Resources Mentioned:
→ Join Our Escape Plan Bootcamp - Happening LIVE Feb 17-20
→ Move Abroad Crash Course
→ Episode 14 — My First Year Abroad Was A Total Disaster (Here Are 5 Things I Did Wrong)
→ Episode 38 — Country Spotlight: Moving to Portugal with Josh and Kalie from Expats Everywhere
→ Join Chris' D&D Discord — https://discord.gg/FKbzS8RrqM
→ Shadows of Africa Safari Company— https://www.shadowsofafrica.com
→ Contact Chris About Booking A Safari At — chris@shadowsofafrica.com 

Pet sitting abroad — how do you do it?! On this week's episode, I am talking with Marta from Team Move Abroad Coach and jumping into how she manages to travel the world while pet-sitting for other families. Using the Trusted Housesitters app, she plans her travel abroad by mapping out these jobs and is still able to work remotely, too! 

What should you look out for when applying to pet sitting jobs or how do you even know if you want to take it? Marta gives some great tips on how to vet that this is the right experience for you and even how to go about which ones you may want to book and which ones you should steer clear of. Think about what you are looking to get out of the overall pet-sitting experience and build your profile from there!

Resources Mentioned:
→ Trusted Housesitters (Pet Sitting): https://trustedhousesitters.pxf.io/moveabroadcoach
→ Move Abroad Crash Course https://bit.ly/MAC-CC-podcast
→ Freedom Life Online Course https://www.moveabroadcourse.com/join-fldiy
→ Escape Plan Bootcamp Waitlist https://www.escapeplanbootcamp.com/