EPISODE · Feb 7, 2025 · 1H 18M
#0008 - Why this CEO chose Happiness over Success
from Whereabouts Tales | Stories of Belonging and Immigrant Experiences · host Paul Puscas | Stories of Belonging and Cultural Exploration
A tale of courage, transformation, and the pursuit of happiness. Meet Jasmin Schubert, who walked away from her position as CEO of her family's IT business in Germany to become a digital nomad coach in Asia. Join us as she shares her remarkable journey - from her early days studying in China to making the bold decision to leave the corporate world behind. In this episode, discover: How studying in China changed her perspective on business and life Why she chose to leave a "perfect" career as a family business CEO The reality of digital nomad life (beyond the Instagram filters) Building confidence to make life-changing decisions Finding happiness in the freedom of choice Navigating cultural differences across Asia The truth about remote work and productivity Plus, hear Jasmin's insights on: Common misconceptions about the digital nomad lifestyle Building a location-independent coaching business Maintaining relationships while constantly moving The unexpected challenges of breaking free from family expectations Whether you're considering a major life change or simply curious about different ways of living and working, Jasmin's story will challenge your perspective on what's possible when you choose to live life on your own terms. Featured Book: "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl Featured Movie: "Wonder" Connect with Jasmin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remoteworkcoach/ Website: https://jasminschubert.com/ #DigitalNomad #CareerChange #RemoteWork #LocationIndependent #LifestyleDesign #FamilyBusiness #WanderersTales
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A tale of courage, transformation, and the pursuit of happiness. Meet Jasmin Schubert, who walked away from her position as CEO of her family's IT business in Germany to become a digital nomad coach in Asia. Join us as she shares her remarkable journey - from her early days studying in China to making the bold decision to leave the corporate world behind. In this episode, discover: How studying in China changed her perspective on business and life Why she chose to leave a "perfect" career as a family business CEO The reality of digital nomad life (beyond the Instagram filters) Building confidence to make life-changing decisions Finding happiness in the freedom of choice Navigating cultural differences across Asia The truth about remote work and productivity Plus, hear Jasmin's insights on: Common misconceptions about the digital nomad lifestyle Building a location-independent coaching business Maintaining relationships while constantly moving The unexpected challenges of breaking free from family expectations Whether you're considering a major life change or simply curious about different ways of living and working, Jasmin's story will challenge your perspective on what's possible when you choose to live life on your own terms. Featured Book: "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl Featured Movie: "Wonder" Connect with Jasmin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remoteworkcoach/ Website: https://jasminschubert.com/ #DigitalNomad #CareerChange #RemoteWork #LocationIndependent #LifestyleDesign #FamilyBusiness #WanderersTales
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