Trading London for Chiang Mai, Thailand: When the Cost of Living Spiked This UX Designer Went Remote with Sunil Pithwa | EP 8

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What if the rent doubled overnight in your city became the best thing that has ever happened to you?
Ryan talks with former London-based UX designer, Sunil Pithwa who faced a decision that many of us can relate to. But instead of settling for a cramped apartment hours from the city, he discovered an unexpected path to freedom that changed everything.
Learn how a tech professional turned an unexpected housing situation into an opportunity to build an amazing life abroad. If you're feeling trapped by rising costs or just dreaming of more freedom, Sunil shares practical insights on testing the waters of location independence before making the leap.
Chapters
12:22 - Sunil’s remote work policy
19:46 - Entry-level salary for UX designers
22:29 - Why avoid research when traveling
25:57 - Exploring the Streets of Vietnam
35:41 - Solo travel empowers introverts
You'll discover how to leverage your existing skills to work from anywhere, build genuine connections in new places, and find incredible communities of like-minded people around the world.
Plus, get insider tips on how to find lesser-known destinations that offer both adventure and affordability.
Hit play to discover how you can start your location-independent journey now!

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DISCLAIMER:
Listening to stories of beachside zoom calls, mountainside work views, and island-hopping entrepreneurs may cause severe wanderlust and an irresistible urge to turn your laptop into a passport to freedom. Side effects include daydreaming about tropical coworking spaces, working with Ryan to learn how you can start working and traveling and buying a one-way ticket to Bali. Get ready to start living your dream life today!

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1. Trading London for Chiang Mai, Thailand: When the Cost of Living Spiked This UX Designer Went Remote with Sunil Pithwa | EP 8 (00:00:00)

2. Sunil’s remote work policy (00:12:22)

3. Entry-level salary for UX designers (00:19:46)

4. Why avoid research when traveling (00:22:29)

5. Exploring Vietnam streets (00:25:57)

6. Solo travel empowers introverts (00:35:41)