#27 - The Travel Writer Journey: 7 Years and 50+ Countries /w Paul McDougal
Get ready for a thrilling episode of The Nomad Solopreneur Show. Today I share the story of a travel writer called Paul McDougal, who has been digital-nomading for nearly 7 years. He likes laughing, finding new places to hike and cycle, and having absolutely no idea what's going on. One of the funniest and not-boring people I know, Paul shares his journey from accidental nomadism to intentional exploration. He reveals how he balances work, play, and cultural immersion, living in a new city every six to twelve months. Paul's candid insights into the challenges of nomadic life are a must-hear. But don't worry; it's not all serious. Paul's got a treasure trove of hilarious travel tales, including a memorable hitchhiking adventure. So, if you've ever wondered what it's like to break free from the norm and live life on the road, this episode is for you. Oh, I almost forgot. Did I tell you he's an amazing writer? Paul shares awesome tips on how not to write boring copy and shares 2 uncommon sources of finding clients as a writer among other freelancing trips and a cool challenge for you! Ok, ok, will share those 2 sources below. What we covered: (05:55) Embracing Adventures Within Routine: Discover Paul's strategy for balancing work, exploration, and downtime, ensuring the thrill of adventure every weekend. (18:24) How to Find Clients as a Writer: Paul shares 2 uncommon writing job boards, an underutilized resource that can revolutionize your client hunt. (25:08) The Power of the Portfolio: Discover the importance of a robust writing portfolio and how crafting one from scratch can make you a more attractive prospect for potential clients. (32:57) The Biggest Myth About Writing: Learned what Paul thinks is the biggest myth about writing and why breaking the rules it's not a bad thing. (37:06) Being a Digital Nomad: Tips, Tricks and Places: Paul dives into why he wrote a book about digital nomadism and why you should care. (40:25) The Biggest Challenges and Myths about Digital Nomadism: Paul's candid insights into the challenges of nomadic life are a must-hear. (47:33) A hitchhiking story: Paul's story on exploring Georgia (the country) with an unexpected guide. (49:17) The 24h Challenge: Paul's challenge to you is around hitchhiking. This is NOT for everyone! Connect with Paul LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paul-mcdougal/ Being a Digital Nomad: Tips, Tricks and Places: paulsmcdougal.gumroad.com/l/digitalnomadbook Where to find great clients as a writer reddit.com/r/HireaWriter/ patreon.com/writejobsplus Support the Show Review the show on Spotify Review the show on Apple Podcasts Follow the show: gabe.li/podcast Consider donating: buymeacoffee.com/gabemarusca Connect with Gabe Website: gabemarusca.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gabemarusca Twitter: twitter.com/GabeMarusca Instagram: instagram.com/GabeMarusca Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@gabemarusca Until Next Week, Pura Vida! Gabe - The Nomad Solopreneur