Living Unconventionally

Living Unconventionally

Chris Pyak interviews courageous people that have been able to ditch their traditional lives and desk jobs to chase their passions all over the world. The topics covered include travel stories, the best ways to find travel deals, how living in an unconventional way has improved their lives, how they fund their travels, how to make money on the road, and advice for those wanting to ditch their desk as well. 956258

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March 16, 2023 23 mins

Ever thought about living in Germany? Or Vienna? Or Paris? This episode might be your change to get a job in one of these places. I talk to Dr. Joachim Schlosser, a senior manager at Elektrobit GmbH. Joachim shares why his company started to hire in English several years back, how this has changed the companies culture - and most importantly: Which concrete jobs you could apply for! Imagine yourself, one year into the future - drin...

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It's hard for international professionals to get an English job in Germany. Naveen got a job within four weeks - after he joined my coaching. Now it's nine months later and Naveen shares his story since.

Get excellent advice on how to get a job in a foreign country - if you only speak English. Sign up for the Expats Job Offer Miracle at https://www.immigrantspirit.com/miracle

"But jumping to become...

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A change to work in the world's most livable city: Vienna! English jobs at Magna International Europe. Chris Pyak talks with Gerald Harzl, Vice President Human Resources, about job opportunities for international professionals at Magna - a giant with more then 55,000 employees in Europe alone.

Get 100 German employers that hire in English at https://www.immigrantspirit.c...

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February 17, 2023 2 mins

"And there is magic in every beginning"
Hermann Hesse

Chris Pyak starts a new project that will keep him busy for at least one year. For you this is great news: It means more stories, exciting personalities and actionable advice on the Living Unconventionally podcast! 

We will be joined by subscribers of the Immigrant Spirit Podcast, a former podcast of Chris that now will continue it's life with the Living Unconventionally podca...

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May 12, 2021 34 mins

Esther Inman wanted it all: Travel, career, family. And she got it. Now she helps others to make a decent living, working as a virtual assistant. We talk about freedom, Bali and how to find your first client. (Her answer might surprise you.) Get her free VA course at 90dayva.com & employment abroad at immigrantspirit.com

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August 18, 2020 2 mins

Hey! I am on vacation, but I made a little something to make you smile today. Listen to this trailer to find out more - then search for "Solarpunk" on your podcast app. 

Or visit www.solarpunk.art.

If you like what I did - leave a comment in your podcast app - over at the "Solarpunk" show. It means the world to me! :)

Chris Pyak

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Expats: How do to become a precious asset to any employer. Especially when you move to a foreign country. Ana struggles to find a job in Germany, despite a PhD and an EU passport. Together we figure out how she discovers employers pain points and use them to her advantage. More: immigrantspirit.com

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How do you get a job if you cannot leave the house? Shannon Digby had bad luck. She moved from New Zealand to Germany - just to be stuck in her flat, days after her arrival.

I let you eavedrop while I coach Shannon. Together we figure out how you reach the decision makers behind a job ad - when you cannot leave the house.

This method is respectful. It works in the US as well as abroad.
Get coaching at livingunconventionally.com/c...

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May 22, 2020 35 mins

Eric Molinsky creates pieces of time and let's you escape into imaginary worlds. I talk with Eric about his journey from agonizing animator to becoming the host of the wonderful sci-fi & phantasy podcast Imaginary Worlds. Find more content on livingunconventionally.com/226 and imaginaryworld...

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March 30, 2020 34 mins

Pat Flynn got fired in the 2008 crisis. Today millions listen to his podcasts. I talk with Pat about how you turn crisis into a happier life:
livingunconventionally.com/patflynn

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August 5, 2019 55 mins

Imagine this: You are a successful lawyer in New York. You graduated from a famous University. You worked in France and Japan and you even had a stint at the European Court of Justice. Then you fall in love and move across the big pond to Germany. And suddenly none of your life achievements are worth anything. Join me in a short coaching session with Sophie Carter - who uses these challenges as fuel to...

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July 1, 2019 15 mins

Andrea just quit her daytime job. One year ago she told Chris in an "on Air" coaching that she wants to change her life - and girl she did! :) After taking a virtual assistant course, she found 5 clients. Now she works location independently - and plans her first trip.

Resources:
Andrea's website
http://livingunconventionally.com/vacourse

Virtual Assistant Course
http://www.dancingleafsolutions.com/

Andrea's "on Air" coaching sessi...

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June 10, 2019 41 mins

Fadi got a job abroad. 500 job applications and not a single interview. Then Fadi bought my Expats Job Offer Guarantee and got a job in Berlin in just 2 months. Listen to Fadi's story. Get the Guarantee at www.immigrantspirit.com/guarantee

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June 3, 2019 13 mins

Everyone has a fascinating story to share - if you invest a little time, patience and empathy. If you dream of becoming an expat or digital nomad I want to hear your story. Sign up for a free "on Air" coaching at www.livingunconventionally.com/mystory

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Chris Pyakis joined by Xavier Hamm who traveled from Ottawa, Canada to Argentina - on a bike.

Follow Xavier's travels at his site: http://followthehumoftheearth.com

Find Xavier's videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKQnvltsAb4AITUPwscBwXA/about

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May 6, 2019 18 mins

Climb a tree with Mara Seng and make a living harvesting coconuts. Mara also takes us back to her childhood in Portugal, the weird feeling of being German in Germany - and she shows us the best places in Lisboa. You can follow Mara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whereis.mara/

Also: Join like-minded adventure seekers in the Living Unconventionally Community at www.livingunconventionally.com/facebook

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April 29, 2019 22 mins

If you dream about becoming a digital nomad: Listen to Amy Scott and Chris Pyak talking about different ways to bring a location independent lifestyle and your desire to..well, eat... into harmony. Join Amy's Nomadtopia Collective at: http://livingunconventionally.com/nomadtopia

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April 22, 2019 24 mins

Amy Scott is back on the show. Follow Amy on her journey to Argentina, dance Salsa with her and watch as she falls in love. (Chris also shares his own love story). Join Amy's Nomadtopia Collective at http://livingunconventionally.com/nomadtopia

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Digital nomads, expats and adventure seekers: Let's talk manure! Meet Lydia Krüger and join her journey from wasted hours in pointless meetings in Berlin to becoming a game publisher and professional writer. Lydia also shares the joy of shoveling manure around the globe. Check out Lydia's blog about new work: https://www.bueronymus.de/

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April 8, 2019 27 mins

Erica Duran is a digital nomad, a podcast host and a experienced world traveler. She shares with us how she gets hotels and AirBnB's to pay for her stay. And why she loves Hawai so much. Meet Erica at https://ericaduran.co

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