Step into the extraordinary world of digital nomadism with my wanderlust-filled guest, Megan Hargroder. Megan, a seasoned digital nomad, has been living out of her suitcase and working from the picturesque locales of Europe for the past eight months. Join us for a riveting conversation that explores the exhilarating freedoms and intricate challenges that come hand-in-hand with her unique lifestyle.
Navigating time zones, hiring international talent, managing remote work, and maintaining cyber security are just a few of the topics we delve into. We also touch upon the fascinating subject of managing a virtual team of assistants, specifically from the Philippines, and how to evolve a contractual role into a full-time position. You'll be riveted as Megan shares the secret to maintaining a secure online presence while globe-trotting and highlights the hidden benefits of a WeWork All-Access membership.
Ready to embrace the digital nomad lifestyle? Get an insight into Megan's tech arsenal as she reveals how she stays connected with the help of Airalo, a virtual SIM card app. Plus, learn about the magic of automation and outsourcing, and how these can free up your time for, well, more freedom! And as a cherry on top, we even touch upon the importance of a systematic onboarding process and learning from mistakes. So, buckle up for an episode that's brimming with insightful takeaways, hilarious anecdotes, and trailblazing ideas!
In this episode, you will hear:
- Challenges of Working Remotely While Traveling
- Using Airalo for Unlimited Data Abroad
- Exploring Options for Accessing Data Abroad
- Importance of Slack in Communication
- Supercharged CEO
- Using Slack for Client Communication
Resources from this Episode
- Join: '80/20 Inner Circle' (valuable business insights for small firm owners)
- Read: The 80/20 Principle: The Secret of Achieving More with Less, by Richard Koch
- Get my new email course: ChatGPT for Lawyers (it's free)
- Megan's company website (a digital marketing agency helping solo/small firm lawyers)
- ExpresssVPN (Virtual Private Network service, link to 30-day free trial)
- Airalo (app & services for using virtual SIM cards, aka eSIM) - use this code to get $3 off your first purchase: ERNEST3504
- World Clock app (for time zone management)
- FIO (browser tool for time zone management)
- Slack (communication tool for remote teams)
- Microsoft Teams (alternative communication tool for remote teams)
- Joey Vitale program that teaches outsourcing skills
- Loom (video communication tool)
- VideoAsk (video communication tool)
- Google Suite (mentioned as a potential alternative to Slack or Microsoft Teams)
- WeWork (shared workspace provider)
General Resources
- Learn to use technology to reduce friction & gain freedom with this resource: https://www.the8020lawyer.com/
- Focus on these essential tech tools for maximum traction in your practice.
- Take this short law practice asses
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