From Farming in Guatemala to Co-Captain of Jolly SEO with Greg Heilers

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English - March 09, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings
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Previous Episode: Should I freelance or start an agency? with Dylan Ogline

Next Episode: Remote working and decentralised companies with Raj Goodman Anand

In today’s episode, Nelson is joined by Greg Heilers to discuss his journey as a digital nomad, lessons learned while growing a remote company, and balancing work and life as a business owner and father.

Topics Include:

Moving to ChinaPros and cons of the digital nomad lifestyleShifting from the freelancer to business owner mindsetCultural sensitivity as a content writer

And other topics.

[0:53] - Nelson introduces today’s guest who shares how he found his way to living in China

[7:28] - Greg’s background in farm work and conservation projects.

[17:02] - Transitioning into living in a new city immersed in a new culture–Beijing.

[22:00] - The truth about being a digital nomad.

[30:10] - The mindset shift from freelancer to business owner.

[38:44] - Mistakes made early on as a new business owner, and lessons learned.

[46:25] - Getting more traffic to your website–discussion on SEO and related topics

[1:00:05] - Cultural sensitivity, hiring, and employee training.

[1:04:10] - Work-life balance. Starting a family as a company founder.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:
www.jollyseo.co
www.linksourcery.com
www.nelson-jordan.com/newlsetter
www.linkedin.com/in/nelsontjordan