Episode Description
Ever dreamed of packing your bags and moving abroad but worried about how you’d make a living?
Kiersten Brown did just that. At 27, she left California to move to Panama. She later found a program to teach in Spain, expecting to teach English. But when she found herself struggling financially, she pivoted—building a successful freelance writing career from scratch.
Kiersten shares what life in Spain is really like, the biggest cultural and financial adjustments, and how she overcame income instability as an expat freelancer. Plus, dive deep on important topics like cost of living and whether Spain is actually a good place for remote workers.
Thinking about freelancing abroad? You won’t want to miss this. Let’s dive in!
Resources
- So You’re Inspired, Now What? A Guide For Women of Color on How To Use Inspiration To Create a Life You Love (book on Amazon)
Connect with Kiersten Brown
Website: https://www.kikimarieb.com/
Follow on Instagram: @kikimarieb15 (Link: https://www.instagram.com/kikimarieb15)
Follow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kierstenbrown101
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