The Remotely Interested Podcast

EP23: MY FIRST EVER NOMAD SUMMIT - ALICANTE 2026

April 2026 was a month of "firsts"... 1st time in Alicante 🏖️ 1st time attending a nomad summit 👥👥👥 1st time public speaking 🎤 In this episode, Mary talks about the fabulous time she had at the Alicante Nomad Summit 2026, gives a snapshot of what was on offer, and discusses the history, value and importance of nomad summits in general. #nomadsummit #digitalnomad #publicspeaking #alicante #podcast #futureofwork #workfromanywhere (00:00) Introducing Mary@Mosaic (00:56) History and purpose of nomad summits (03:28) Alicante Nomad Summit 2026 explained (05:14) Presenting a workshop at the summit (07:30) What I got out of attending the summit (08:15) The NomadWay app (08:58) Future of work & the remote work community (10:30) The Alicante Nomad Summit 2027 - save the dates! Tim gave an awesome presentation on public speaking. For more information, go to https://tailoredguidance.com/Isabel's presentation on how remote workers can support rural communities was really inspiring. For more information on her work, go to https://linktr.ee/ibaezgil Jimmy R. Matthew took some beautiful photos of the event. I included a snippet of one of his videos during this episode. For more information on his work, go to https://iamemmanuel.org/ Music used in this episode: Molten Snow by Jesse Spilane Yesterday by Kellee Maize Lion Hart by Shaolin Dub Inspirational Uplifting Motivational by Music for Creators All accessible via FMA https://freemusicarchive.org/ Download the NomadWay app for FREE here: https://www.nomadway.app/ Information on The Alilcate Nomad Summit 2027! https://alicantenomadsummit.com/ https://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

EP22: EARTH EXPLORER PRO - HEAR FROM THE FOUNDERS, JENNIFER & GARY

Today we’ll hear from Jennifer Knight-Mason and Gary Mason, the husband-and-wife founders of Earth Explorer Pro. Hailing from England, Jennifer and Gary have had a very varied work history. Jennifer and I actually first met 12 years ago while working at an architecture studio in Central London! While her career has spanned art, design, finance, and startups, Gary spent over 15 years as a Head Chef at one of London’s most iconic and prestigious fine-dining institutions. Together, they are embarking on a new adventure which will take them all over the world. Here we chat just days before they jetted off to India. You’ll note that this episode is free flowing and full of fascinating and sometimes surprising insights. I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed chatting! (00:00) Introducing Jennifer & Gary(01:50) Career as a fine dining chef with travel(04:44) From fine art via door-to-door sales, dentistry to hat design and finance!(09:26) Relationships are the key(11:50) Earth Explorer Pro: equipping fellow travellers(14:10) India(16:39) River Thames project part 1(20:28) Package holidays vs Independent travel(25:23) Logistics of filming the Thames(28:35) Inspired by sewage? - Crossness(31:26) River Thames project part 2(33:49) Combining resilience and calm with shared drive and passion(37:12) Online dating!(37:55) Which countries will be included?(38:14) Generating income streams(42:06) Guided group travel(44:36) Meeting remote tribes(54:22) Quickfire questions!(01:01:23) Stay up to date with Jennifer & Gary's travels(01:02:16) Entering the AI-era - has changing career become urgent?(01:08:25) Building a brand & community(01:10:32) Creating a legacyFollow Jennifer & Gary @ Earth Explorer Pro:https://earthexplorerpro.com/https://www.youtube.com/@UCsmc_RgpoAUV6cs51_BurMw https://www.instagram.com/earthexplorerpro/Thames River documentary: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLq8MyGgZeQH4sSoZgV9yv1SnF2I1czBCvDiscover Crossness Pumping Station: https://share.google/PLT8n95aCxfiiHVQThttps://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

EP21: COLD-CALLING SALES DEVELOPMENT - MICHAEL GODOY JR works remotely

Today we’ll hear from Michael Godoy Jr., a freelance Sales Development Representative based in North Carolina. Michael specializes in transforming cold leads into warm, meaningful conversations — all while working fully remotely.Alongside his sales work, Michael also runs a freelance photography business and creates engaging content on YouTube.In this age of ever increasing AI use, he offers an insightful perspective on how attitudes toward cold calling are evolving, and shares practical advice for succeeding in what can often be a challenging industry. #coldcallingtips #coldcalling #salesdevelopment #workfromanywhere #remotework #podcast (00:00) Introducting Michael(01:25) From working on the railroad to cold calling sales04:37 Side-hustle: Freelancing as a photographer(05:36) Managing the initial challenges (07:07 )Enjoying the freedom (09:35) Danger of burnout (11:22) Supportive team (14:02) Re-birth of coldcalling?: AI vs human interactions (15:38) The secret to effective coldcalling (20:12) Keep your cool! (28:40) Mosaic Gold plate surprise question(30:29) Follow Michael! Michael's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-godoy-jr-299008b6/ Michael's Photography company - https://www.instagram.com/the_september_kid/ Michael's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@mikeystable824/videos https://linktr.ee/mosaicgold

EP20: REMOTIVATE - HEAR FROM THE FOUNDER & CEO, ANNA SHCHERBYNA

Today we'll hear from Anna Shcherbyna. Anna is the Founder and CEO of Remotivate, a remote recruitment agency helping online businesses find and hire international top-tier remote talent.With significant experience in operations and remote team building, Anna has led hundreds of successful hires for fast-growing companies around the world.Originally from Ukraine and now based in Barcelona, she’s passionate about building intentional businesses, creating freedom through remote work, and helping founders scale with the right people in place.#remotework #workfromanywhere #podcast #digitalnomad #remotivate #remotejobsearch #jobsearchadvice (00:00) Introducing Anna(01:58) Small (and enthusiastic) beginnings on Upwork(03:15) The birth of Remotivate!(04:13) Transferable skills - from in-person to remote(05:50) Be prepared to make sacrifices!(07:00) Upwork success story(08:32) Understanding the value of low paid (or even unpaid) opportunities(13:02) Being part of the fast-moving remote-working space(14:49) Life design(17:35) Remotivate services assisting remote-working candidates(18:42) Acing your job application: promoting yourself as an expert in your niche!(22:53) What are your metrics?(28:09) Shine in your role and avoid burnout - keep asking questions!(34:55) Mosaic Gold plate surprise question(38:40) Coming Soon! Keep up with exciting new Remotivate projects*Anna's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-shcherbyna/*Remotivate - @letsremotivate; https://letsremotivate.com/; https://remotivatejobs.com/and stay tuned for imminent new releases!*Acadium (Apprenticeship opportunities in marketing mentioned during the episode): https://www.acadium.com/*Upwork (Where the remote careers of both Anna and Mary began!): https://www.upwork.com

EP19: CHRONIC PAIN AND BURNOUT MENTOR - Tanja Degitz works remotely

Today we’ll hear from Tanja Degitz. Tanja is a chronic pain and burnout mentor for women entrepreneurs. After launching her first online teaching business during the pandemic, she unfortunately burned out and developed fibromyalgia, autoimmune disease, gut issues, and other debilitating symptoms that left her bedridden. Through her personal healing journey she immersed herself in mind-body healing, fully recovered, and reclaimed her digital nomad life. Now, as a certified trauma-informed coach trained in somatic healing, she helps women heal chronic symptoms, overcome burnout, and feel like themselves again.#remotework #workfromanywhere #podcast #digitalnomad #burnoutrecovery #chronicpain #mindbodyhealing (00:00) Introducing Tanja(02:19) Discovering remote work & a digital nomad life(04:03) From platform work to independent clients(06:02) Burnout, chronic pain & 25 hours on Zoom(08:15) Redefining work - blending coaching with teaching(09:40) Finding the right niche (without forcing it)(20:08) The flexibility is good for your health!(22:00) Autonomy and fitness(24:36) Travel(27:00) Coworking spaces(33:10) Get dressed and get outside!(38:39) Client relationships(41:48) Mosaic Gold plate surprise question(47:03) Follow Tanja!Follow Tanja on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/making.it_possibleConnect with Tanja on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanja-degitz-For more information on working with Tanja, check out her website here: https://tanjadegitz.my.canva.site/Tanja and I were brought together by the free Nomadway app. Have you downloaded it yet? https://nomadway.app/Mary has published a course on remote working. Find it here: https://www.udemy.com/course/remote-freelancing-landing-the-jobs-you-love/?referralCode=5CE00C8B037EE91EA48A&couponCode=LETSLEARNNOWPhttps://linktr.ee/mosaicgold