43. Growing a Business as a Digital Nomad with Marta Checko

In this episode of Soulpreneur Scaling Stories, I'm joined by Marta Checko, a business strategist and embodiment coach who brings a refreshingly holistic approach to entrepreneurship. As a first-generation Polish American and part-time digital nomad currently based in Costa Rica, Marta has learned to marry analytical business operations with creative expression and emotional intelligence in a way that creates sustainable, soulful business growth.Marta shares her journey from working in higher education nonprofits to becoming a multi-passionate solopreneur, including the transformative personal sabbatical that helped her identify her natural gifts and what truly lights her up. This conversation goes where many business discussions fear to tread - into the vital role of emotions and feelings in entrepreneurship.What makes this episode particularly compelling is Marta's candid discussion about the realities of digital nomading while running a business, complete with the complexities of traveling internationally with a 60-pound rescue dog and the constant balance between thorough planning and flowing with unexpected changes. We draw fascinating parallels between travel experiences and business growth, discussing how both require confronting uncomfortable parts of yourself while learning to appreciate your current position rather than constantly focusing on the next milestone.Key Points Covered:✨ How to take a personal sabbatical without completely dropping everything - practical ways to create space for self-discovery✨ The importance of identifying what lights you up and brings you joy as the foundation for business decisions✨ Why emotions and feelings are essential business tools rather than obstacles to overcome✨ The reality of digital nomading while running a business - from pet travel logistics to finding your optimal work environment✨ How travel experiences mirror business growth challenges and teach resilience✨ The marathon vs. sprint mentality for sustainable business development✨ Why recognizing and appreciating your current business achievements is crucial for continued growthConnect with Marta:InstagramThreadsSend us Fan MailFor VAs & OBMs turning expertise into a signature method and a business that pays for outcomes, not hours.BOOK A FREE BUSINESS AUDITFree 45-min call. Find your bottleneck, see what's possible.FREE RESOURCESTools, trainings & community.WORK WITH MEExpansion: 1:1 coaching to build your signature method and offer suite.Effortless Attraction: 8-Week Marketing Intensive (Apr & Oct)Foundations to Flow: 8-Week Offer Design Intensive (Feb & July) Website | Instagram | Threads | LinkedIn | YouTube Podcast produced and edited with love by @FerAssists