Living Unconventionally
235 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsLiving Unconventionally is a podcast featuring weekly interviews with digital nomads, full-time travelers, entrepreneurs, and a variety of other people who have ditched their desk and decided to chase their passions around the world. We discuss their travel stories, how they find deals on travel, how living in an unconventional way has improved their life, how they fund their travels, and how they make money when on the road.
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233 Live in Germany with an English job at Elektrobit GmbH
March 16, 2023 10:25 - 23 minutes - 54 MBEver 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 - drinking coffee in Berlin, Vienna or Paris: Just because you list...
232 Naveen Got A Job In Germany - After He Already Got Rejected By HR
March 01, 2023 10:39 - 24 minutes - 39 MBIt'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 a Quereinsteiger takes gall. However, Düsseldorf-based career coach Chris Pyak says if ...
231 English Jobs at Magna International Europe
February 22, 2023 10:20 - 21 minutes - 33.8 MBA 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.com/newsletter and jobs at Magna International Europe at https://www.magna.com/company/careers
230 Welcome, New Subscriber!
February 17, 2023 11:51 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MB"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 podcast. If you dream about a career in a foreign country:...
229 Esther Earns Income Everywhere
May 12, 2021 06:44 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBEsther 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
An invitation to smile today
August 18, 2020 09:14 - 2 minutes - 3.05 MBHey! 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
228: "My Precious" - How To Be Irresistible To Foreign Employers
June 24, 2020 07:35 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBExpats: 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
227: How To Get A Job If You Can't Leave The House (And Live Abroad)
June 04, 2020 11:15 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBHow 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/coaching PS: Get my book "How To Win Jobs & Influence ...
226: Eric Molinsky, Wizard of Time
May 22, 2020 14:21 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBEric 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 imaginaryworldspodcast.org
225: Will it fly, Pat Flynn?
March 30, 2020 07:46 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBPat 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
224: Sophie Makes A Choice
August 05, 2019 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBImagine 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 build the life of her dreams.
223: Smart Cookie
July 01, 2019 10:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBAndrea 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 session http://livingunconventionally.com/andrea-dreams...
222 Fadi got a job abroad
June 10, 2019 16:00 - 41 minutes - 58.3 MBFadi 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
221: "Tell me about yourself"
June 03, 2019 11:20 - 13 minutes - 19.7 MBEveryone 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
220: Xavier Takes the Bike - All the Way to Argentina
May 13, 2019 10:00 - 46 minutes - 43.1 MBChris 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
219: How to Harvest Coconuts
May 06, 2019 10:00 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MBClimb 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
218: A Nomad Finds Her Utopia Part Two
April 29, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBIf 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
217: A Nomad Finds Her Utopia
April 22, 2019 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBAmy 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
216: A Meeting Room Full of Elephant Manure
April 15, 2019 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBDigital 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/
215: Have Hotels Pay For Your Stay
April 08, 2019 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBErica 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
214: Mart's Boss Doesn't Want to See Him
April 01, 2019 10:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBMart lives many digital nomads dream: Working remotely with his own schedule, while still enjoying the benefits of being an employee: Paid vacations and a secure salary every month. Join Mart and me in the conversation and maybe find your absolute dream job with Toggle. Remote jobs at https://toggl.com/jobs//
213: A Young Black Woman Travels the World
March 25, 2019 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MBRachel describes herself as a young black woman who travels the world. I would describe her as someone who brings joy to every conversation. I spoke with Rachel about her trips to South Asia, the reason why she ditched a six-figure job at the age of 25 and the freedom she found. Listen to Rachel's story. Meet her at www.racheltravels.com
212: How To Get a Job In an International Company? with Maria Lamp
March 18, 2019 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBBecome an expat and work for international companies around the globe. Experience a new country in debt for 3-4 years. Maria Lamp from Jobbatical answers the question: "How To Get a Job in an international company?" - And I talk about how you use that to move to your dream country. :) English speaking jobs worldwide: www.immigrantspirit.com & www.jobbatical.com
211: Startup Visa Estonia with Merlin Lukk
March 11, 2019 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.8 MBStartup Visa Estonia! I talk with Merilin Lukk from the Estonian government about the easiest way to get a work visa for the European Union. Really cool: A digital native visa is on the way as well. Startup Visa Estonia requirements: http://livingunconventionally.com/startupestonia
210: Colorado Boy and German Kindergarten
March 04, 2019 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBJohn Collins moved from Colorado to work for Flixbus in Berlin. John shares his experiences with German kindergarten for his little boy, trips to Salzburg & Amsterdam and his love for trains, both fast and tiny. Check www.livingunconventionally.com/210 for links to the most beauitful locations!
209: "I Wish I Could Do That!" - with Charlie Stamp
February 25, 2019 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBCharlie Stamp is back on the show. After ditching his job and traveling through South East Asia (Episode 81 & 82) - he and his wife Christina finally settled in Malta. But not for much longer... Check out their blog www.maptrotting.com for wonderful pictures & more stories.
208: Digital Nomads Should Have a Company in Estonia
February 18, 2019 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBDigital nomads work where they live. And they live wherever they want. One thing in your life needs consistency, though: Your business. I talk with Kristiina Aljas-Saarma about your company for global business. Use CHRISPYAK to get a discount www.livingunconventionally.com/yourcompany
207: e-Residency for Digital Nomads
February 11, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBHow do Digital Nomads create continuity in their business? How do you minimise paperwork and run your company completely online? Meet Arnaud Castagnet, chief evangelist for Estonia's e-residency. https://e-resident.gov.ee/
206: Michelle, Tamara and how Millennials Change Their Life
February 04, 2019 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBHow can you finance travels to 30 countries? How can especially young people alter their career to better reflect their values? And how does Michelle Obama plays into all of this? Find out in the second part of my interview with Tamara Thorpe. Meet Tamara at www.tamarathorpe.com and http://tamarathorpe.com/work-with-me/real-leadership/
205: Tamara Lives with the Friendliest People in the World
January 28, 2019 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBJoin us on a travel through space and time and finally meet the friendliest people on earth. I enjoyed this conversation with Tamara Thorpe for it's optimism, joy and down to earth life lessons. Meet Tamara at www.tamarathorpe.com and http://tamarathorpe.com/work-with-me/real-leadership/
204: What A Wonderful Life...You Will Have 5 Years From Now
January 21, 2019 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.44 MBSitting in an AirBnB in Lissabon I took a good look at my life and said "Thank You" to... ...you, as a matter of fact. And to Pat Flynn. Listen to my story. PS: Here you find Pat's "Smart From Scratch": www.livingunconventionally.com/smartfromscratch And "Will It Fly" livingunconventionally.com/willitfly
203: See The wonders of the world - and get paid to do so
January 14, 2019 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47 MB70 countries, uncountable memories. Maureen Moss made this dream happen for herself. Now she helps others to see the wonders of the world - and get paid to do so. Chris Pyak talks to Maureen about the road to become a paid travel guide. Could this be a way for you? Find out more about Maureens travelguide course at www.tourguidecourse.com Join other adventure seekers in our community at livingunconventionally.com/facebook
202: Maureen's list of 100 favourite moments of her life
January 07, 2019 11:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBOne day Maureen Moss sat down to write a list of the 100 best moments of her life. She stopped when she came to 120. Chris Pyak takes you on a sightseeing tour through Maureen's favorite moments as a travel guide in 70 countries. PS: Make sure to subscribe to the Living Unconventionally podcast! Learn more about Maureen's Travel Guide course at www.tourguidecourse.com Join other adventure seekers in our community at livingunconventionally.com/facebook
201: Eugene puts a smile on your face
October 08, 2018 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBEugene lives the life that we all dream about. For the last two years he has traveled the world - while working remotely for his company in Germany. Eugene shares his adventures and his best tips to convince your employer to let you work "on the go".
200: The 5 best places to live in the world - and the 3 worst! with Malte Zeeck, CEO of InterNations GmbH
September 24, 2018 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBMalte Zeeck, CEO of InterNations GmbH joins Chris for this 200th episode of Living Unconventionally to discuss the best places to live in the world, as well what makes them so special. Chris and Malte also highlight three of the WORST places to live in the world. Don't miss this special anniversary episode! www.internations.org https://cms-internationsgmbh.netdna-ssl.com/cdn/file/2018-09/Expat-Insider-2018_The-InterNations-Survey.pdf
199: Anton's Floating Office Desk
September 17, 2018 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBAnton works at the same desk every day. For years after years. But his desk is constantly moving. It has seen the ice of Antarctica, the windmills of Holland and the beaches of Brazil. Follow Chris Pyak and Anton around the globe with Anton's floating office desk. Join the community at www.livingunconventionally.com/facebook
198: How James Makes Friends Across Cultures (And Business Contacts Too)
September 03, 2018 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBJames Ritchie has a unique skill: Wherever he goes he builds deep relationships - and does so fast. I asked James to share his best practices... ...and what they have to do with washing your car in the jungle of Papua New Guinea. To book a coaching session with me, visit http://www.livingunconventionally.com/coaching To join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group, just visit www.livingunconventionally.com/Facebook
197: Win a Copy of Chris’ Book!
August 27, 2018 12:42 - 3 minutes - 2.75 MBStill on holiday, Chris isn’t leaving you high and dry this week. Catch this mini-sode for a chance to win one of three copies of Chris’ book, How to Win Jobs and Influence Germans! Listen for your chance to win and get more info on the book here: http://livingunconventionally.com/htwj
196: How Evgenia Found Chris - A Love Story
August 20, 2018 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBEast and West. Free World and Soviet Union. Europe and Asia. Chris and Evgenia grew up in completely different worlds - but they still found each other while traveling the world. This a love story. Join the Living Unconventionally facebook group: www.livingunconventionally.com/facebook
195: Africa's Calling Out To Me
August 13, 2018 10:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBJörg Kleis wants everyone to rethink the stereotypical narrative of Africa. His mission is to create brain circulation by creating opportunities for skilled people across nations and he co-founded AfricaWorks to help African graduates from German universities to find jobs in Africa, as well as within Germany. He has experienced many perspective shifts in his work and travel to Africa over the last 10 years. In this week’s episode, Jörg shares his early origins as a Law student and how he t...
194: Sasha Travels at The Speed of Sound (Recorded Live)
August 06, 2018 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBWhen you imagine a 70s alt-rock band, what comes to mind? Sold out gigs, screaming fans, and decadence, maybe? Those were the dreams of our guest today, Aleksandr "Sasha" Zilkov, when he was growing up in Russia. He quit university and decided to grab life by the horns. But, things didn’t quite turn out how he expected. This week we explore the exciting life of a musician and successful YouTuber. Sasha has played in wedding bands, arranged music for pop stars and has grown to over 100,000 ...
193: Andrea Dreams of Italy: A Coaching Session
July 30, 2018 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThis week we’re doing something a little bit different. Instead of hearing from someone already living an unconventional lifestyle, I coach Andrea Elibero, a member of the Living Unconventionally Community. Andrea shares her dreams of a location-independent lifestyle with us. This episode is for all the women who want to take the first step towards a location-independent lifestyle. Andrea currently does clinical trials research and lives in Miami, Florida. She dreams of being a location-in...
192: Fiona Goes To America
July 23, 2018 10:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBHome can be beautiful when we discover it throught the eyes of a visitor. My guest Fiona Leonard is from Australia. She spend one year in the US covering the Obama administration, then moved to Ghana and finally to my home town: Düsseldorf in Germany. Join a trip of art & adventure. www.livingunconventionally.com/192
191: The Boy From La Paz (Bolivia)
July 16, 2018 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31.5 MBMateo was nine years old. He was standing at a market place in La Paz when he found his calling. Join his adventure of entrepreneurship and travel with him from Bolivia to Australia and then to the most exotic places of all: Germany www.livingunconentionally.com/191
190: The Fairy From Prague
July 09, 2018 10:00 - 25 minutes - 24.4 MBMeet the "Fairy from Prague", visit Scotland and find out why driving on the left side of the road can lead to unexpected detours. Episode 190 is also the first episode with your new host: Chris Pyak. Why don't you give Chris a feedback? You reach Chris via www.livingunconventionally.com/190 To join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group, just visit www.livingunconventionally.com/Facebook
189: Living Unconventionally is Back (With a Twist)
July 02, 2018 10:00 - 40 minutes - 41 MBI'm baaaaaaack! (Sort of) In this very special episode, I explain exactly what the heck is going with the show and introduce you to someone I'm very excited for you to meet. To learn more about about how you can stay connected with me, visit www.livingunconventionally.com/189 To join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group, just visit www.livingunconventionally.com/Facebook Stalk Me On: LivingUnconventionally.com/Instagram
188: My Farewell Episode
January 12, 2018 11:00 - 9 minutes - 9.16 MBIn this special, and final, episode of the podcast, I explain why I made the tough decision to have this be the last episode I release. To learn more about about how you can stay connected with me, visit www.livingunconventionally.com/188 To join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group, just visit www.livingunconventionally.com/Facebook Stalk Me On: LivingUnconventionally.com/Instagram
187: WorldTowning - Part 2
January 10, 2018 11:00 - 21 minutes - 18.6 MBToday I am continuing my conversation with Jessica and Will Sueiro, founders of World Towning. On Monday’s episode we heard about their transition out of their suburban life and into travelling. This time we are talking about their business that helps others get out into the world as well. The pair clear up some misconceptions about working and travelling the world, announce new plans for the coming year, and explain why doing it yourself is often the best way to do it. To learn more...
186: WorldTowning - Part 1
January 08, 2018 11:00 - 35 minutes - 30.9 MBThis week’s guests are Jessica and Will Sueiro and they’re the founders of WorldTowning. The husband and wife duo have spent the past three years travelling the world with their two kids, after discovering the typical suburban life wasn’t for them. Since then, they have stayed in Costa Rica, Ecuador, France, and are now preparing to take an RV across Europe! They’ve documented all their adventures on their YouTube channel, proving that the digital nomad lifestyle can be done with children....
185: Lessons I Learned in Southeast Asia
December 22, 2017 11:00 - 16 minutes - 17.2 MBIn this week's solo episode, I'm discussing six of the main lessons I learned about myself while spending nearly six weeks in Southeast Asia. To learn more, visit www.livingunconventionally.com/185 To join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group, just visit www.livingunconventionally.com/Facebook Stalk Me On: LivingUnconventionally.com/Instagram LivingUnventionally.com/Twitter LivingUnconventionally.com/YouTube