Ebony Expats
By @ebonyexpats | @toritalks
Join @ToriTalks, the Founder of Ebony Expats, as she chats with ebony expats who are CEOs, educators, artists, entrepreneurs, business leaders, creatives and more living all over the world. Each person has a different journey and a different perspective. Each expat is thriving abroad in their own way and each of these stories are educational and empowering.
Ebony ExpatsJul 22, 2019
The Mindset of Success for Black Expats and Entrepreneurs
Tori meets with Travel Journalist, Photographer and Digital Marketer, Erick Prince. In this timeless conversation, Erick and Tori discuss the mindsets and mentality needed for success as a Black person living overseas. Erick introduces us to his company “Minority Nomad”, how he started the company, and what it has taken for him to achieve his success.From the challenges of racism to the importance of self-awareness and the concept of "Black Privilege", Erick shares valuable insights on how to navigate these obstacles and achieve success. We explore topics such as the difference between "Little R" and "Big R" racism, the need to create communities for people of color, and the importance of being authentic and consistent.
Interested in learning more about moving abroad, message Ebony Expats or Erick on Instagram.
Links/Resources:
Ebony Expats website: https://www.ebonyexpats.com/Ebony Expats Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ebonyexpats/
Minority Nomad website: https://minoritynomad.com/
Erick Prince's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minoritynomad/
Topics Discussed in this Episode:
Introduction [0:00]
Black People in Asia [2:19]
A Racist Thing vs. A ” You” Thing [5:52]
Creating a Community for People of Color in Bangkok [7:26]
“Little R” Racism vs. “Big R” Racism [9:16]
The Need to Travel More [11:35]
We Can Die Tomorrow [13:32]
Why is Erick So Happy? [16:33]
Impatience [18:52]
The Concept of Mastery [19:35]
Never Chasing the Easy Money [20:53]
The New Hack is Being Authentic [21:31]
Being Consistent [22:32]
What does Erick do and how did trusting the process/trusting the process/being patient got him to where he is? [25:14]
Minority Nomad/The Black Travel Movement [26:27]
Giving the Benefit of the Doubt for Community [29:49]
The History of Minority Nomad [31:48]
Being in it for “The Long Game” [33:13]
“If it isn’t Helping You Grow/Thrive” [34:23]
Taking Risks [36:12]
Thriving Abroad [37:21]
The Concept of “Black Privilege” [40:16]
Skin Color Could Get You in the Door, But What Will Keep You There? [41:36]
Striving to be The Best at Your Thing as Possible [43:08]
The Importance of Having Self Awareness [44:30]
The Different Types of Friendships [46:16]
Having to Work Today for What You Want Tomorrow [49:19]
Making the Sacrifice [51:49]
Outro [53:20]
Living in Thailand as a Black Expat: A Live Conversation with Ebony Expats and Black in Portugal
In this episode, Tori introduces you to Shane Edmond who moved to Thailand in 2020 and has been a pillar of the community, leading programming on our community platform and now helping with the launch of our new coaching programs and travel packages.
Tori and Shane meet with Kam, Heather and Anna from Black In Portugal to answer questions about living in Thailand, what Ebony Expats is, and the direction we're moving into.
Black in Portugal, Inc was created to build community— bringing together the local Portuguese community, expats, and travelers to provide a soft space for each group to land. Founded by Heather Proctor and Kamra Clemons, the group serves as a resource to the community by providing support to expats to ease their transition, hosting regular events and meet ups, and highlighting black owned businesses in Portugal. Their full team includes Ashley Osborne, Event Manager, and Anna Sanders, Marketing Manager. Together, all 4 women have been curating experiences and serving the community since arriving to Portugal.
Topics Discussed in this Episode:
Welcome [0:00]
Introductions [2:26]
Introducing Ebony Expats [4:28]
Tori’s Individual Journey to Thailand/Founding Ebony Expats [6:25]
Shane’s Journey to Thailand and Ebony Expats [8:52]
How long was Tori managing Ebony Expats alone? [11:47]
Describing the Black Community in Thailand before and after Ebony Expats [13:40]
What has Ebony Expats been up to the past couple of years? [16:22]
Ebony Expats' private online community on Mighty Networks [18:45]
More info about Mighty Networks and the process to setup [21:11]
What you can expect from a Coaching Program [25:15]
Connecting with local Black Communities [30:12]
Are there single moms in the Bangkok Community? [37:44]
Other Work Opportunities, aside from Education, that can Bring You to Thailand [41:32]
Getting around in Thailand [46:46]
Transportation in Lisbon [49:42]
The Black Experience in Thailand [50:49]
One Piece of Advice to Someone Traveling to Thailand for the First Time [55:25]
Plans to go back to the US or Relocate Elsewhere [58:56]
What are you Looking Forward to Most as a Brand in 2023? [1:02:17]
The Expat Experience of “What’s Next?” [1:05:52]
Working Remotely in Thailand [1:06:49]
What is the Bug Situation Like in Thailand? [1:08:31]
Where is Tori doing Residency? [1:11:04]
Are Residences and Communities changing in Thailand? [1:11:27]
What is in the Future for Ebony Expats? [1:14:39]
Wrapping up [1:16:42]
Have questions about moving abroad? Connect with Ebony Expats on Instagram @ebonyexpats or send us a message on our website.
Email: info@ebonyexpats.com
Feeling Alone or Lonely as an Expat and Learning Yourself
During this holiday episode, we talked about what it really feels like being a traveler or pioneers of our families and communities: feeling alone, the pain, doubts, and how our families and society view us. We're making decisions that are different. It's risky. It's life-changing. It's beautiful. But, it also has its pains, especially during the holidays.
Now more than ever, this podcast feels even more relatable as expats and travelers #StayHome and quarantine around the world during the outbreak of coronavirus. As expats, we often feel alone and cope with the long distance that prevents us from having access to our family and friends. Keep your head up! You're not alone. Keep going.
Timestamp Highlights
1:44 - The Exchange | 2:27 - Intros | 3:34 - Guided Meditation with Tori J | 6:23 - How everyone’s feeling about the holidays | 8:19 - Holiday Traditions | 11:10 - Hardly Having Any Family/Friends Visit & It Hurts | 12:10 - Our Friends Are Scared of the Long Flights | 18:10 - It’s Hard Accepting That You Won’t See Your Family | 21:11 - Calling Expats “Brave and Lucky” | 21:38 - How to Prioritize & Save for Traveling | 24:00 - Privilege of Traveling | 24:40 - Perception of the US vs overseas | 25:15 - Recreating Yourself | 26:10 - The Reality of Traveling vs Social Media | 26:40 - Building Character + Higher Frequencies | 27:35 - Feeling Alone When Making the Move | 30:00 - People Holding You Back | 30:54 - Support & Gap Years In Black Communities | 31:39 - What Society Places On Us vs Becoming the Outlier |
32:00 - There’s No Guideline for How You’re Supposed to Live Your Life|
32:30 - We are the Pioneers
35:00 - Being different can be lonely / Creating New traditions
37:50 - Dealing with Deaths while living overseas
40:00 - Feeling Guilty about being overseas and not going back home. Missing funerals, graduations, etc
44:45 Home is where the heart is / The world can be your home
46: We can start new traditions
47:50 - Feedback after being overseas 4 months now
49:10 Feeling Lonely
50:18 Developing Close Relationships -
51:25 - Making New Friends as Adults
52:30 Being Alone & Learning Yourself
53:10 - what do you like to do and what you don’t
54:10 - Create what you want. Friendships have a responsibility
54:31 If it’s not aligned, it has to go
55:10 Playing small out of fear
57:35 Follow your intuition. Find out what you like.
59:35 - But also allow yourself to mess up and learn from decisions
60:55 There are no bad or good decisions. Don’t beat yourself up
61:10 The Higher Good has a path for you
Loss & not having comfort while being overseas 62:49 -
64:40 Go towards the things that make you feel good
66:59 It takes time to settle in and get comfortable again - Being Married - Therapy
68:28 - You Don’t Have To Stay
70:45 We need to call each other more
Song: G R L S by Devana Turner @simply_dv
Aim to Live a Life You Love with Amber Aziza
On this episode, the amazing Amber Aziza joins me to discuss her journey from a corporate executive to an entrepreneur and expat. Believe me when I tell you that she shared so many gems about trusting your gut, building a business around what you like to do (and outsourcing the rest) and letting go of the things that are standing in the way of you living a life you love.
There is something in this interview for every traveler, expat or entrepreneur who is ready to explore the possibilities of creating the business or life you’ve been desiring.
A few of my favorite highlights are:
- Amber’s story of quitting her job ON THE SPOT because she wanted to be the one buying the yachts (6:34)
- Moving back in with her family before selling her first company before the age of 30 (8:15)
- How the Kardashians and Snapchat inspired her family to build generational wealth – and how they did it (16:24)
- Why you shouldn’t live a life you can TOLERATE, but aim to live a life you LOVE. (33:14)
- Money talks. Poverty screams. Wealth whispers. (35:20)
- The importance of using your time wisely. If it’s taking too much time, let someone else do it while you focus on making money (44:00)
Amber Aziza is a Huffington Post “entrepreneur to follow” who sold her first multi-million dollar business before the age of 30. She’s a millennial expert and a consultant, founder and CEO of Amber Aziza Enterprises which has over seven subsidiaries.
Connect with her on Instagram @amber_aziza or at www.amberaziza.com.
If You Want It, Go Get It... With Amber Aziza [Bonus Clip]
Tune in for a few minutes of FIRE advice from Amber Aziza!! At the end of our interview, Amber gave her final advice encouraging entrepreneurs and travelers to FIND A WAY if you really want it. Listen and tell us your thoughts and any insights you get from this on IG: @ToriTalks and @Amber_Aziza. Go to amberaziza.com to learn more about the Make Your Worth Mastermind, 5 Figure Speech Academy and more.
TIMESTAMPS: 2:05 - Amber's last piece of advice | 02:28 - If you want something, you will find a way | 2:54 - Leveling up is scary | 4:10 - Kids are not an excuse.
Doing, Being and Living with Claire Soares of Up In The Air Life
Founder of luxury travel company Up In The Air Life, Claire Soares, believes in DOING what you love, BEING who you are, and LIVING life out loud. She’s a firm believer of living each moment to the fullest and creating your best memories with no regrets! Claire talks about how she went from Corporate America to CEO and an expat by taking a leap and deciding to "just begin".
Claire chats about how becoming an expat consisted of breaking the chains from what we're taught, being OK with being uncomfortable, stepping outside of the box and redefining who you are. Her advice to travelers is to put your best foot forward at all times, operate at a high frequency, and don't let naysayers stop your journey.
Thoughts Become Things with William Gilchrist
On this debut episode, Tori talks to CEO of Konysg: William Gilchrist. William has lived abroad for several years - he currently lives in Singapore. He talks about his desire to travel abroad since the age of 9, the career path that led him to where he is now and the privilege of being a foreigner overseas.
William also gives advice to aspiring travelers about recognizing an in-the-box mindset and transforming our minds into a global concept so that we can start living to up to our own potential, whether that means exploring other parts of the world or launching a new project.
Coming Soon: Ebony Expats Podcast with @ToriTalks
Join @ToriTalks, Founder of Ebony Expats, as she chats with expats from all over the world for conversations about culture, thinking outside of the box, how their journey led them to living overseas, what they've experienced in different parts of the world, and owning who you are. If you have any questions or stories you'd like to share, send us a voice message on Instagram @EbonyExpats.