Listen "From US Corporate to Algarve Entrepreneur | Changing careers and finding community"
Episode Synopsis
Find out more about Domestique Financial: https://www.domestiquefinancial.com/ Is the Algarve just for retirees? Not anymore! Meet Kari White, an American financial expert who spent her entire career in US corporate finance before moving to Switzerland and ultimately finding her entrepreneurial path in Portugal. In this revealing conversation, Kari shares how she's built a thriving business while enjoying the Algarve lifestyle - perfect for Americans considering a similar move!Kari discusses managing US clients from Portugal, navigating time zone challenges, and finding a surprising community of fellow American professionals in the Algarve. She reveals how the region offers unique opportunities for those looking to escape the US corporate grind while maintaining international careers. Plus, learn about the robust networking ecosystem supporting entrepreneurs and the inspiring community of former Americans who've successfully pivoted their careers in Portugal.TakeawaysAmerican professionals are increasingly choosing the Algarve for career transitionsKari balances serving US clients while enjoying Portuguese lifestyle benefitsNetworking communities throughout the Algarve welcome Americans and international professionalsTime zone differences can be managed while maintaining US business connectionsThe Algarve offers Americans a more balanced lifestyle than the high-pressure US corporate worldBuilding community is significantly easier than in other European destinations like SwitzerlandAmericans are finding it increasingly possible to pivot careers when relocating to PortugalThe region is evolving beyond retirement into a hub for US remote workers and entrepreneursChapters00:00 Journey to Portugal: A New Beginning03:00 Embracing Change: From Corporate to Entrepreneur05:47 Building a Business in the Algarve09:00 Networking and Community in the Algarve12:02 Balancing Work and Lifestyle14:58 Opportunities for Young Professionals17:51 The Evolving Algarve: From Retirement to Innovation20:54 Lessons Learned: Community and Adaptation➣CONTACT US for relocation assistanceGet on a free discovery call and we can outline how we can work with you.https://www.algarveaddicts.com/contactCheck out my Instagram on / algarveaddicts - I enjoy a little bit of Insta!#AmericansInPortugal #USExpats #AlgarveLife #AmericanAbroad #PortugalRelocation #RemoteWorkFromPortugal #USBusinessOwner #MovingFromAmerica #FinancialAdvisor #AmericanEntrepreneur #PortugalLifestyle #DigitalNomadPortugal #AmericanInEurope #WorkLifeBalance #EscapeTheUSRatRace
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