When choosing a destination as a digital nomad in the Balkans, it's important to consider factors such as cost of living, internet connectivity, local cuisine, and leisure activities that align with your interests. It can also be helpful to research whether there is already a strong community of digital nomads in the area, as this can provide support and make it easier to connect with others who are also living and working remotely.In this episode of The New Nomad podcast, Anna Maria Kochanska joins Allen Koski and Chris Nam to discuss the beauty of the Balkan region and the benefits of the digital nomad lifestyle. They share their own experiences traveling and living as digital nomads, and emphasize the importance of helping others and using travel as a means of personal growth. Tune in to learn more about the unique insights and perspectives that can be gained through the digital nomad experience, and be inspired to travel and pay it forward.[5:54] Know what you want when traveling[10:29] Connect with the locals and get the full digital nomad experience[15:19] Going through a bad breakup? Try traveling[17:44] Make yourself happy by helping others[21:04] Travel teaches you things that no classroom can[24:47] Travel is much better if you feel welcome where you're going toGUEST BIO:Anna Maria Kochanska is a multilingual public speaker and Digital Nomadism and Remote Work consultant. She has been a digital Nomad since 2018 and Digital Nomad Ambassador. She helps brands and organizations with Digital Nomadism, Remote Workers' strategy, and the Future of Work. Her background is in the IT industry, working with big pharmaceutical companies and helping them with digital transformation.Anna Maria is a self-taught polyglot (+7) and consults on cross-cultural competence & business communication.LINKS:Website: https://www.kochanska.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-maria-kochanska/?originalSubdomain=esFollow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurednomads/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insurednomadsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0nVZ-b1GGWpR3BBdFPrnDALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurednomads/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insurednomadsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/InsuredNomadsOfficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

Stories and traveling really go well together. Traveling would be so much better if we experience a place or a culture instead of just skimming through every country and ticking checklists. Imagine doing a deep dive into a place, living with the locals, and getting to experience their culture in a more genuine way. This new way of traveling is the reason why Postcard.travel came to be.In this episode of The New Nomad, Amit Jaipuria, founder of Postcard.travel, joins Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in educating and entertaining the audience with their take on storytelling and traveling. They talked about how being open to new experiences would make your journey a lot more enjoyable and unique. Join us this week for another gold-nugget-peppered episode and hopefully, this will help you get the most out of your next travel adventure.[6:10] Traveling for the stories[9:32] Travel to learn[16:55] Having an open mind when connecting with other people[18:30] The importance of stories in traveling[20:18] India - what an interesting country![23:34] Postcard.travel: a new way for people to see the worldGUEST BIO:As a serial entrepreneur for the last 22 years, Amit has started multiple companies across industries such as consumer tech, retail, Agri tech, fine art, and travel. He is passionate about creating technology that empowers communities to bring about changes in the status quo. Postcard officially launched on Sep 1, 2022. Amit started Postcard Travel because he found it difficult to find boutique hotels and tours that offered immersive experiences, uplifted local communities, and were authentic voices for responsible tourism.Amit has also authored multiple patents on social media platforms and is a Media Herald and Ally Partner at the Transformational Travel Council.LINKS:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaipuria/?originalSubdomain=inIntragram: https://www.instagram.com/amitjaipuria/?hl=enPostcard: https://postcard.travel/Follow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurednomads/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insurednomadsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0nVZ-b1GGWpR3BBdFPrnDALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurednomads/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insurednomadsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/InsuredNomadsOfficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

Across cultures and centuries, people of varied means have made homes for themselves and those they care about. The people who live with us and the material possessions with which we furnish our home space are essential aspects of the place where we dwell. Complex interactions with all these elements give a definition to home as we see it. And as we define home, we also define ourselves in relation to it. Cliche as it seems but home is where the heart is.Lea Misan, Director of the mental health charity, Act for Change, joins Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in this episode of The New Nomad. They discussed how we as humans crave connection more than anything and the same thing makes us thrive in this world. They also talked about building relationships impacts digital nomads the most, given their mobility, and creating meaningful connections would benefit their mobile lifestyle. So tune in this week and get ready to learn a lot about relationships, connections, and why no man should be an island.[2:45] We don’t always have to choose sides[7:50] How digital nomads deal with uncertainty[10:07] Supporting each other as a team[20:39] Travel to become more fluid[22:33] We're built for community, we're built for connection[26:57] Healing generations of woundsGUEST BIO:Lea Misan is an accomplished consultant in systemic psychotherapy and process-oriented psychology who is passionate and dedicated to helping people involved in a conflict, abuse, trauma, and leadership. She is also a Facilitator, Trainer, Coach, Founder, and Director of the mental health charity, Act for Change.A firm believer in continuous learning and development, Lea holds an LLB in Law from the London School of Economics and is a Fellow in Holocaust Education with the Imperial War Museum and a Fellow with the School of Social Enterprise. Lea is the author of two books, ‘A Body’s Call to Presence’ and ‘Emerging Figures’ (publication due in early 2023).LINKS:Lea’s Website: https://leamisan.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-misan-frsa-b4037717/?originalSubdomain=ukAct For Change: https://www.actforchange.org.uk/Follow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurednomads/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insurednomadsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0nVZ-b1GGWpR3BBdFPrnDALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurednomads/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insurednomadsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/InsuredNomadsOfficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

The transition from a full-time job to a digital nomad or location-independent work can be extremely exciting. But as with any lifestyle change, you’ll need to plan and make some adjustments to avoid unnecessary stress and overwhelm. You’ll need to be flexible about where and how you work. Not having unrealistic expectations can save you some frustration. You have a perfect opportunity to reduce your overall expenses by analyzing the cost of living in different countries and moving to a place with lower costs.Ali Pruitt of Fully Remote with Ali joins Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in this week’s episode of The New Nomad. They talked about the importance of work-life balance in the digital nomad lifestyle and the challenges one may encounter in living the life that is coveted by many. They also discussed health, natural medicine, and its benefits. You are most likely choosing to be a digital nomad because you love many aspects of this lifestyle, including freedom and flexibility. So, don’t let the challenges overwhelm you.[5:25] The freedom that digital nomads enjoy[12:01] Medicine for the body and for the soul[16:26] The secrets of destressing[20:55] Traveling creates an open mind[23:09] The digital nomad lifestyle is all about balance[31:56] Simplify lifeGUEST BIO:Ali Pruitt is a seasoned digital nomad, she has over 10 years of process and workflow improvement experience and she’s the woman behind Fully Remote with Ali. She’s been featured in We Work Remotely, the Association of Virtual Assistants, and The Creative Startup Academy. Ali is passionate about helping others transition into remote work, so they can fully embrace the remote lifestyle in the way that works best for them. LINKS:Website: https://www.alipruitt.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-pruitt/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fullyremotewithali/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/fullyremotewithaliInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeofalipruitt/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurednomads/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insurednomadsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0nVZ-b1GGWpR3BBdFPrnDALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurednomads/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insurednomadsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/InsuredNomadsOfficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

As we emerge on the other side of the Covid crisis, one thing is clear: remote work is here to stay. Employers were finally awakened to the advantages of enabling work-from-anywhere for knowledge workers, which includes access to a global talent pool without the hassles of relocation; the flexibility afforded employees directly translates to productivity and job satisfaction, and the reduced need for corporate real estate. Technology has made it easier for employees and employers to interact, and there are also many benefits for both parties.In this episode of The New Nomad, Ixo Szapar, Co-founder of Remote-how, joins Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in discussing remote and hybrid work and why it's here to stay. They also talked about why businesses need to listen up and look beyond today to build more progressive workplace policies that will help employees thrive. Given that so much of the working population is now acclimated to remote work, it seems unlikely that we’ll ever return to the way things used to be. Tune in to this week’s episode and pick up useful tips for adapting to this not-so-new work set up.[3:03] Change is inevitable[6:10] The advantage of having a globally-located team[15:49] Transparency leads to accountability[18:38] The four-day workweek[21:46] Setting your boundaries to prevent burnout[24:26] Northern Vietnam: a biker’s paradiseGUEST BIO:Iwo Szapar is a Remote Work Advocate & Co-founder of Remote-how, the world’s leading platform for distributed management powered by and for the community from 128 countries.Iwo is a relentless doer – the kind of self-proclaimed workaholic every team needs. Driven by a love for travel and a desire to be as productive as possible, anytime, anywhere, Iwo is passionate about helping companies everywhere successfully implement remote workforces. In his downtime, Iwo is a football and dog lover.LINKS:Iwo Szapar: https://www.iwoszapar.com/Remote-how: https://remote-how.com/expert/iwo-szaparLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iwoszapar/?locale=en_USFollow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurednomads/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insurednomadsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0nVZ-b1GGWpR3BBdFPrnDALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurednomads/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insurednomadsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/InsuredNomadsOfficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

Telling stories is one of humankind’s abiding, defining impulses. So when you become a travel storyteller, you’re tapping into one of the deepest and richest veins of the human experience. Truly great stories succeed in extracting meaning from the everyday. They are also the record of two corresponding journeys: a journey in the outer world and a journey in the inner world. And the travel writer’s story is built upon the interplay between these worlds and journeys.Tony Carne, Chief Operating Officer of Airguides, takes us to another mesmerizing episode of The New Nomad with Allen Koski. They talked about understated yet spectacular places all over the world and the people they meet on their travels. Our two nomads regaled the audience with their experiences and challenges they encountered. The ultimate potential of great travel storytelling and the sacred mission we storytellers share is to make us all think about how big the world is and to give us all a kind of hope. So tune in to this week’s episode and prepare to be intrigued by the place we call home: Earth.TIMESTAMPS:[1:28] Travel bridges the generation gap[8:30] How Airguides support artists[11:05] Travel is a learning experience[18:58] Bonding over beer[21:27] Food is the universal comforter[31:07] Swimming with whales: an experience of a lifetimeGUEST BIO:Tony Carne is a serial entrepreneur/Intrapreneur within the travel and food sectors. He is the Chief Operating Officer of Airguides and a C-level tourism executive with a passion for innovation that drives all-win outcomes for all stakeholders, including (and especially) the locals where tourism takes place.Once a proud employee of a BCorp. Member of the Intrepid Hall of Fame (1 of only 11 across a 30+ year history). Public speaker and thought leader in the field of Tour Operators, Tours and Activities, and Sustainable Travel.LINKS:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-carne-b8851b6/?originalSubdomain=auAirguides: https://www.airguides.com/ Follow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurednomads/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insurednomadsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0nVZ-b1GGWpR3BBdFPrnDALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurednomads/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insurednomadsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/InsuredNomadsOfficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

Don’t spend all your effort and time planning for the perfect vacation then overlook the importance of adding a travel insurance policy to that plan. As a traveler, you are vulnerable to accidents, diseases, and other issues which is why you need to take up travel insurance. We know travel insurance can seem like just one more expense, but you'll never know when it will come in handy. Planning for your dream vacation is stressful, let travel insurance take some of it away.Bret Estep, Chief Operating Officer, and Chris Nam, Director of Engagement, both at Insured Nomads, join Allen Jernigan in a very important episode of The New Nomad. They talked about the horrors you might encounter in traveling and how easily they could be prevented. They also talked about travel insurance features that travelers can take advantage of. Travel insurance is definitely worth it. the small cost of purchasing insurance cannot be compared to the massive costs it will cover in case you are faced with any emergencies during your trip.  [1:37] Global uncertainty is here to stay[5:37] Accidents do happen when traveling[13:41] Travelers need mental health support too[22:15] Know that Insured Nomads has your back[26:36] Why you need travel insurance whenever you travel[31:21] Always Keep your documents safeGUEST BIO:Brett Estep is Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Insured Nomads, spearheading a global work revolution underway during a time of significant uncertainty around the world - from health, safety, security, natural disaster, mental health, and beyond. Chris (Minwoo) Nam is the Director of Engagement at Insured Nomads and is a motivated leader and creative thinker. Aspiring to pursue a career in the biotech/medtech business and to ultimately contribute to the advancement of health, wellness, medicine, and tech - all in one.LINKS:Follow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurednomads/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insurednomadsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0nVZ-b1GGWpR3BBdFPrnDALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurednomads/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insurednomadsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/InsuredNomadsOfficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

Copywriting is super overwhelming when you’re just getting started. Most remote jobs either require years of experience. But not copywriting. With copywriting, you don’t need to have ANY experience to get started. You don’t even need to have a college degree. All you need is a love of words and a desire to learn. And the best part? Once you get good at it, you can charge BIG bucks.Steve Tsentserensky of SBT Productions joins Allen Koski, regaling the audience in this episode of The New Nomad. Steve shares his experience in transitioning from video to the wonderful world of words, all while traveling to 65+ countries. He also talked about his life in the Balkans and how it shaped him into what he is now. Becoming a freelance copywriter is a great career choice for a digital nomad, as it offers a location-independent lifestyle, where you can work from home, or travel full-time while working from the road. So tune in this week to know more about the lifestyle. Who knows? It might be for you.[4:31] Writing is a skill, not a talent[7:54] Life in the Balkans[14:07] Time brings people together[17:10] Getting to know new people while traveling[21:53] Georgia, a hotpot of cultures[26:07] People make places more interestingGUEST BIO:Steve Tsentserensky is a freelance copywriter, video producer, and photographer with a knack for making complex consumables. A passion for travel has led him to the digital nomad lifestyle and an ever-changing office from which he creates content for companies large and small through his production company, SBT Productions.He’s been on the move for over a decade, traveling to 65+ countries and becoming a passionate advocate for the digital nomad lifestyle. LINKS:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-tsentserensky-a0009333/Medium: https://medium.com/@SteveTsentserenskyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/finally.made.it/Follow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurednomads/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insurednomadsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0nVZ-b1GGWpR3BBdFPrnDALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insurednomads/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insurednomadsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/InsuredNomadsOfficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

Have you ever gone sailing? How about living on a boat? Well, it’s not for everyone. While many people think sailing is all smooth seas, sunshine, sunsets, and beautiful beaches, it’s also a lot of hard work and can be incredibly challenging. Sometimes we just need a little inspiration or some friendly reminders about why we continue to battle the seasickness and the fear and the storms to reach that personal nirvana and freedom that comes from being one with the sea.In this episode of The New Nomad with Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski, Erin Carey, founder of Roam Generation, regales the audience with her exciting adventures in their boat life. She also talks about why her unique sailor lifestyle makes her PR business thrive. If you think that this lifestyle of sun, sea, and waves is for you, tune in to this week’s episode and get the best tips from our three nomads. Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, and drink the wild air.[3:20] Anything is possible with research and determination[9:49] Want to live on a boat? Be prepared to be cramped[14:50] Getting firsthand experience by living the lifestyle[17:27] Giving up is the worst thing to do in the Laptop Lifestyle[21:54] Raising a family on a boat[27:00] Music brings people togetherGUEST BIO:Erin Carey is the founder of Roam Generation, a PR agency focused on helping travel, leisure, and luxury brands share their unique and inspiring story with the world. Erin has over 20 years of communications experience in the corporate environment and has interviewed in excess of 1000 people throughout her career. She has an inquisitive nature and loves to ask big questions, to get to the real heart of the story. Roam Generation came about while Erin and her family lived on a yacht and sailed the world’s oceans. However, they weren’t sailors when they came up with the idea of leaving the rat race and sailing away. Without letting that minor detail get in the way, Erin and her husband bought a yacht on the opposite side of the world and went on to cross the Atlantic Ocean a mere 18 months later. LINKS:Website: https://www.roamgeneration.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/roamgenerationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/roamgenerationLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-careyIG: https://www.instagram.com/roamgenerationPersonal FB: https://www.facebook.com/sailingtoroamFollow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: @insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com

When you are a digital nomad, meeting your peers is an essential component of advancing your career as well as maintaining a healthy remote work-life balance. One of the biggest downsides of being a remote worker is the loneliness that can accompany traveling alone. Especially for newly transitioned nomads, a helping hand goes a long way. Digital Nomads Daily aims to help digital nomads by gathering vital information and sharing them with other digital nomads. This week, Nienke Nina Keizer (founder of Digital Nomads Daily) joins Andrew Jernigan and Allen Koski in another gold-nugget filled episode of The New Nomad. Our three nomads shared their experiences living the nomadic lifestyle and talked about how Digital Nomads Daily helps other digital nomads by being their “cheat sheet”. The best thing about being in the digital nomad community is your fellow nomads have your back. So tune in and get ready to learn a lot from The New Nomad podcast this week.[5:34] The challenges of the Laptop Lifestyle[14:40] Learning through other people’s experiences[18:33] Be open to learning a new language[19:02] Sit and just be[21:15] Want to learn a new language? Live with someone who speaks it[24:06] Combat loneliness by meeting new like-minded peopleGUEST BIO:Nienke Nina Keizer has lived abroad for over 7 years and 4+ years as a digital nomad. She is a creative entrepreneur who talks about the digital nomad lifestyle, remote work, and transformation. Throughout her journey, she experienced the digital nomad lifestyle as a freelancer, remote worker in several companies, and creative entrepreneur.She is the founder of the digital nomad platform ''Digital Nomads Daily'' which covers daily topics about traveling, remote working, and personal developments. Nina is the podcast host of The Digital Nomads Daily Podcast and interviews digital nomads and entrepreneurs about how they plan, create, solve, celebrate and sustain a successful digital nomad lifestyle. LINKS:Digital Nomads Daily: https://digitalnomadsdaily.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninakeizer_/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nienkeninakeizer/?originalSubdomain=nlFollow Insured Nomads at:Instagram: @insurednomadswww.insurednomads.com