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The Cocoa Nomad Podcast

The Cocoa Nomad Podcast

By Alondo Brewington

Welcome to the Cocoa Nomad podcast, a show about location independent entrepreneurship. I’ll discuss the techniques, tools and tips that can help you balance work and travel and share my experiences (and experiments) in trying to make both a living and a life.
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The Cocoa Nomad PodcastMay 22, 2019

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Keep On Rolling - Investment Report - January 2022
Feb 21, 202216:26
Down To Earth - Investment Report - December 2021
Feb 05, 202214:39
$1000 Trading Day!!! - What I'm Working On  - Jan 31
Jan 31, 202212:58
2022 Travel Plans
Jan 27, 202208:32
Why I Love Mexico City: The Pros and Cons Of One of My Favorite Cities
Jan 18, 202211:22
Slowed Down But Not Stopped - What I’m Working On - Jan 9
Jan 09, 202209:41
I Got COVID: My New Years Weekend and How I'm Doing
Jan 05, 202208:30
Making Progress But At What Cost? - FIRE Report - November 2021
Dec 21, 202111:30
Investments Are Volatile!! - Income Stream Report - November 2021
Dec 17, 202110:40
Big Downturn and Record Premiums!! Investment Report - November 2021
Dec 16, 202115:30
Back After Trip to Atlanta - What I’m Working On - Dec 13
Dec 14, 202110:36
Does Changing Your Circle Mean Abandoning Your Community?

Does Changing Your Circle Mean Abandoning Your Community?

A popular piece of advice circulating the success and financial independence spaces revolve around basing your success on your Circle of 5, the five people with whom you spend the most time.

In this talk, I’d try to unpack that notion to understand what that really means with regard to your community.

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  • Instagram - https://instagram.com/thecocoanomad
Nov 24, 202109:53
Focus On What You CAN Do - Eliminate Distraction & Beat Negativity
Nov 10, 202108:41
The Best Investments of 2021  - It’s Not What You Think!!!
Nov 09, 202114:34
Savings Rate & Investment Return Are The Key Metrics to FIRE - FIRE Report - October 2021
Nov 06, 202114:37
Major Shift!!! - A New #2 Has Emerged  - Income Stream Report - October 2021
Nov 05, 202116:37
$1200 Month!! Investment Report - October 2021
Nov 03, 202119:37
Why is Mexico City So Hard to Leave? - What I’m Working On - Nov 1
Nov 02, 202122:44
My Job History & Salary Progression (Part 2) and How It Lead To Being A Digital Nomad
Oct 29, 202124:54
When A Trade Goes Against You - 70% Price Drop!!! - My Biggest Loss (So Far)
Oct 28, 202117:11
The REAL Reason Why You Should Only Pack Half Of What You Think You’ll Need
Oct 26, 202107:49
Why Most Advice is Useless and What to Do About It
Oct 25, 202108:22
FIRE Report - September 2021 - How Much Can I Save In A Month?

FIRE Report - September 2021 - How Much Can I Save In A Month?

As I avoid the pressure to rush to FIRE, I keep my focus on the most important factors for success. The first of those is my savings rate. 

Find out how well I did in September

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This series focuses on my own FIRE as a very late bloomer. Because I've already had 3 mini-retirements, I'm not feeling the pressure of the RE (Retire Early) component of FIRE and will just be focusing on the FI (Financial Independence).

In these videos, I'm sharing the metrics that I'm using to track my progress. If you find them useless, I encourage you to do the same. If you have other metrics that you've found useful on your own journey, please share them in the comments.

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Oct 23, 202111:11
FIRE Report - August 2021 - Can I Increase My Runway?

FIRE Report - August 2021 - Can I Increase My Runway?

 In month 2 of my journey, I see a bit of progress and make a big decision that will serve me well in the future.

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This series focuses on my own FIRE as a very late bloomer. Because I've already had 3 mini-retirements, I'm not feeling the pressure of the RE (Retire Early) component of FIRE and will just be focusing on the FI (Financial Independence).

In these videos, I'm sharing the metrics that I'm using to track my progress. If you find them useless, I encourage you to do the same. If you have other metrics that you've found useful on your own journey, please share them in the comments.

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Oct 22, 202110:55
FIRE Report - July 2021
Oct 21, 202112:26
Stages of FIRE -What Level Are You On?
Oct 21, 202120:41
My Job History and Salary Progression - Hourly Era
Oct 20, 202116:30
Travel Plan Dilemma - What I’m Working On - Oct 18
Oct 19, 202115:17
I Got Assigned On EVERY Option!!! - What Now?!?! - Investment Update
Oct 17, 202119:54
Investment Income Breakthrough!! - Income Stream Report - Sept 2021
Oct 15, 202111:15
Income Stream Report - Aug 2021

Income Stream Report - Aug 2021

This is an update in my series of income stream reports as I attempt to diversify my income, achieve a better balance and accelerate my path to financial independence.

Related Videos:


The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.


CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE

Oct 14, 202112:04
My First Options Trades!! - Investment Report - Sept 2021
Oct 12, 202116:10
What’s Your FIRE Number?
Oct 11, 202117:36
F.I.R.E. Accelerants - Can I Speed Up My Path To Financial Independence?
Oct 08, 202113:57
How To Progress To Remote Work Abroad
Oct 06, 202112:58
 Viva La Vida!! - What I’m Working On - Oct 4
Oct 04, 202126:47
Stop Thinking In Terms of Fear
Sep 29, 202108:56
What I’m Working On - Sep 20 - I Love Mexico City!!!
Sep 21, 202119:43
Income Stream Report - July 2021

Income Stream Report - July 2021

This is the first in my series of income stream reports as I attempt to diversify my income and achieve a better balance and accelerate my path to financial independence.  

Related Videos:  

10% Rule of Side Income 

Income Streams for 2022   

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!  With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. 

If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio 

I'd love to hear from you.  

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Sep 07, 202115:40
Mexico City is so COOL but I’m on FIRE!! 🔥 - What I’m Working On - Sep 6

Mexico City is so COOL but I’m on FIRE!! 🔥 - What I’m Working On - Sep 6

In the latest retrospective, I talk about my renewed attempt to achieve FIRE, how I really wasn’t prepared for the cool weather and how being back in this amazing city has really helped me.

YouTube - https://youtu.be/OSfZRTSCcD0

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE

Sep 06, 202117:15
What I’ve Learned From Mini-Retirements

What I’ve Learned From Mini-Retirements

As I return to full-time employment, I've taken the opportunity to reflect on work, retirement and how how my many mini-retirements have affected my long-term view.

YouTube - https://youtu.be/5C2cIA1A32Y

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The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

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The Cocoa Nomad is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. Additionally, other referral links are included and this channel does receive compensation for sending traffic to partner sites. Shopping through our links is an easy way to support the channel and I appreciate and are super grateful for your support!

Aug 30, 202117:22
How I’m Using the 10% Rule of Side Income

How I’m Using the 10% Rule of Side Income

The 10% Rule is a 10 year path to replacing your full-time income, starting from scratch. I came across the rule in an article by Ben LeFort , on Making of A Millionaire (Medium)


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YouTube - https://youtu.be/djiEkWgwY9Q

Blog - https://thecocoanomad.com/2021/08/16/how-im-using-the-10-rule-of-side-income/

7 Streams of Income for 2022 


You can read the entire article here:

https://themakingofamillionaire.com/the-10-rule-6aab07e342c4


From the article:

If every year you can replace an additional 10% of your current income doing work you love, you can achieve financial freedom in no more than 10 years.

My return to full-time work combined with my side projects provides an opportunity to put this plan into action. As with any technique that I implement, I will be putting on spin on it. In this case, I’m going to apply the rule to multiple side projects to provide diversification and acceleration.


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The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE


ADVERTISER DISCLOSURE:

The Cocoa Nomad is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. Additionally, other referral links are included and this channel does receive compensation for sending traffic to partner sites. Shopping through our links is an easy way to support the channel and I appreciate and are super grateful for your support!


Aug 29, 202114:20
Benefits of the Wise Account (Including Debit Card)

Benefits of the Wise Account (Including Debit Card)

I’ve been using Wise for 5 years now but only recently took advantage of the benefits beyond bank transfers. With a new card, in hand, I was able to experience some additional features and share them in this video

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How to Transfer Money As A Digital Nomad 

Wise Signup:

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE


ADVERTISER DISCLOSURE

The Cocoa Nomad is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. Additionally, other referral links are included and this channel does receive compensation for sending traffic to partner sites. Shopping through our links is an easy way to support the channel and I appreciate and are super grateful for your support!


Aug 26, 202109:43
I;m Back in Mexico City!!- What I'm Working On Aug 22

I;m Back in Mexico City!!- What I'm Working On Aug 22

In the latest retrospective, I share my insights after a much needed break and reset prior to new beginnings. FFrom the new nephew, to the new job to the new laptop, things are really changing.

YouTube 

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE

Aug 26, 202117:18
Back in Playa - What I'm Working On July 11

Back in Playa - What I'm Working On July 11

In this week's retrospective, I’m all about the return, including a return to Playa Del Carmen, a chill weekend in Cozumel, and a return to my old company!

If you'd like to talk about your journey and how I may be able to help, Schedule a Discovery Call

If you have a specific problem with remote work or travel and would like to strategize a solution, Schedule a Consultation 

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE

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Jul 15, 202117:19
Should You Just Pack Up and Leave?
Jul 06, 202105:31
What If I Choose the “Wrong” Place?

What If I Choose the “Wrong” Place?

You did all the research.

You narrowed your choices down

You picked a new country/city

You packed your bags and take off.

You settle in and explore your new home/

Annnnnnd, you don't like it.

What Now?

Before you beat yourself up about your decision, take some time to reflect on it.


If you'd like to talk about your journey and how I may be able to help, Schedule a Discovery Call  

If you have a specific problem with remote work or travel and would like to strategize a solution, Schedule a Consultation 

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE

Jul 01, 202109:60
What I'm Working On - Week of June 27 - Hobbitenango: Hobbit Village!!!

What I'm Working On - Week of June 27 - Hobbitenango: Hobbit Village!!!

In this week's retrospective, I spend the day in a Hobbit village in Antigua and debate my choices for the next destination.

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If you'd like to talk about your journey and how I may be able to help, Schedule a Discovery Call  

If you have a specific problem with remote work or travel and would like to strategize a solution, Schedule a Consultation 

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. 

If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE

Jun 30, 202113:06
Should You Tell A Prospective Employer That You’re Abroad?

Should You Tell A Prospective Employer That You’re Abroad?

If you’re living the digital nomad lifestyle or are planning to, you may be looking for a full-time job and concerned about whether prospective employers will be OK with location independence. 

I talk about some of the issues that they may have with you working abroad and share my experiences with companies that both allowed and prohibited remote work outside of my home country.

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If you'd like to talk about your journey and how I may be able to help, Schedule a Discovery Call 

If you have a specific problem with remote work or travel and would like to strategize a solution, Schedule a Consultation 

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio

I'd love to hear from you.

CONNECT WITH ME ONLINE

Jun 24, 202107:26
What I’m Working On - June 20 - ATV Sunday!!!

What I’m Working On - June 20 - ATV Sunday!!!

In this week's retrospective, I take an ATV tour of Antigua, dunk a basketball, vow to eat healthier (again) and try to make sense of my machine learning predictive model.  

YouTube

If you'd like to talk about your journey and how I may be able to help, Schedule a Discovery Call 

If you have a specific problem with remote work or travel and would like to strategize a solution, Schedule a consultation   

The Cocoa Nomad Newsletter is now available!  

With each issue, you’ll receive valuable information on working and living regardless of location. If you are interested in all things regarding remote work, subscribe at http://subscribe.cocoanomad.studio  I'd love to hear from you.  


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Jun 22, 202111:47