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Global Office, Family Home: Remote Work Lessons from a Digital Nomad Family with Chris Stroud

1/15/2024 • 22 min

Join Wayne Turmel in a fascinating conversation with Chris Stroud, an e-commerce growth consultant who juggles traveling the world with his seven kids while maintaining a successful remote work lifestyle. Discover Chris’s unique strategies for effective communication without video calls, his approach to managing time and tasks, and how he integrates work with his adventurous family life. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone striving to balance their professional and personal life in a remote work setting. Key Takeaways 1. Develop a Routine for Remote Work and Travel: Establish a consistent daily routine that balances work tasks and family time, especially while traveling. 2. Enhance Non-Video Communication Skills: Focus on improving written and audio communication skills for remote work, reducing reliance on video calls. 3. Set Clear Work-Life Boundaries: Create distinct boundaries between work hours and family time, ensuring quality attention to both. 4. Build Strong Client Relationships Remotely: Develop strategies to nurture client relationships without face-to-face meetings, leveraging email and messaging platforms. 5. Optimize Remote Work Processes: Implement efficient remote work processes, utilizing tools like Slack for team coordination and task management. Timestamps 00:30 Introduction of Chris Stroud and his unique lifestyle 01:10 Chris's role and approach in e-commerce consulting 01:56 The logistics of managing a remote team 04:31 Chris's travel experiences and family life 05:10 Key rules and strategies for remote work 08:33 Building client relationships without video calls 11:23 Effective internal business processes for remote work 14:42 Utilizing Slack and email management techniques 19:00 Chris's take on work-life balance and personal growth 21:37 Closing remarks and episode wrap-up Featured Guest Name: Chris Stroud About Chris: Chris Stroud is a dynamic figure in the digital nomad and e-commerce space. He successfully balances the challenges of traveling the world with five kids while running a thriving business. Chris is known for his expertise in handling the complexities of remote work across different time zones and maintaining client satisfaction. His experiences have made him a valuable resource for insights into the digital nomad lifestyle, offering practical tips and advice for others aspiring to blend travel and work. His journey is not just about business success; it's also about creating unforgettable family memories and building a lifestyle that integrates work, travel, and family in a harmonious way. https://www.stroudinc.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherstroud/ Related Episodes Building Connections as a Digital Nomad with Liz Scully How Do Islands Become Digital Nomad Destinations? with James Ellsmoor How to Build a Digital Nomad Dream with Angie Thompson How To Avoid Relationship Strain When Working From Home Additional Resources Learn more about Wayne Turmel Email Wayne Turmel Connect with Wayne Turmel on LinkedIn Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Leader Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Teammate Purchase a copy of The Long-Distance Team The Kevin Eikenberry Group Your Host Wayne Turmel: Master Trainer and Coach for The Kevin Eikenberry Group, co-author of The Long-Distance Leader: Rules for Remarkable Remote Leadership and The Long-Distance Teammate: Stay Engaged and Connected While Working Anywhere, and trainer of remote teams for over twenty years. Read More... Subscribe to Long-Distance Worklife wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! Connect with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longdistanceworklife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2P22kW5iaX8zU3B0-HVCUA Website: https://longdistanceworklife.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longdistanceworklife Want us t

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