How We Met in Spain | Behind the Scenes

Better late than never - We recap our summer in 2024 where we met in real life for the first time! We touch upon our impressions of travelling solo, meeting a stranger we have only talked to online, and what we found out we have in common. Our Malaga highlights too!Ever feel that the beginning of a project is a minefield of stress? In this episode, we share relatable anxieties about client feedback. But the real story begins with a leap of faith: a solo trip to Spain! One host, fueled by encouragement, booked a vacation, and the other, in a twist of fate (and perhaps a shared dream!), followed suit.After two years of online connection, they met in person in Malaga. Forget awkwardness! They spent 3-4 days exploring, talking non-stop, and discovering a shared travel style. Imagine comfortable silences on the beach, the joy of shared tapas, and collaborative planning, discovering hidden gems like a five-star restaurant down a random street after following its delicious smell. From the detailed flyer of the Botanical Garden to less successful trips to museums, like the Picasso Museum, they embraced new experiences, even grocery shopping at Mercadona and sampling local treats like horchata and pastel de ata. Cafeteria culture was experienced with Chocolate and churros and they even got used to ordering iced coffees.This trip wasn't just about paella and museums. It was about the magic of meeting online friends in real life, the joy of shared silence, and the importance of similar travel styles. It was about learning new things about each other, sharing culinary adventures, and trusting Cat's planning skills.But what happens when the vacation ends? The hosts discuss the slow transition back to work, feeling burnt out after the pandemic, and the challenge of finding meaning in their work amidst global issues. They explore redefining success beyond financial goals, focusing on joyful projects with clients making a positive impact. The conversation shifts to content creation, authenticity, and the illusion of social media "success stories," and the importance of having a business mindset.Ultimately, it's a story about genuine connection, the courage to take risks and travel, and the power of aligning your work with your values.Keywords: Podcast, show notes, project stress, client feedback, solo trip, Spain, Malaga, online friends, meeting in person, shared travel style, comfortable silence, tapas, collaborative planning, botanical garden, museum visits, Mercadona, horchata, pastel de ata, cafeteria culture, chocolate and churros, iced coffee, post-vacation reflection, burnout, redefining success, financial goals, content creation, authenticity, business mindset, pandemic, social media, clients.