Paul Strobl

Paul Strobl: Backpacker to entrepreneur

September 24, 2014 | ,

Paul Strobl has worn many hats over the years: backpacker, reality-show participant, English teacher, sales manager, business coach, expat, and more. Tune in to find out how these experiences have shaped his life and led him where he is today, enjoying life with his wife and dogs, no matter where they are in the world.

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Most Memorable Location-Independent Experiences
My memorable experiences have to do with the freedom that was definitely lacking back in U.S. corporate life. I think it’s a toss-up between my daily walks on the beach in Gdansk, Poland, with the dogs, sometimes finding amber washed up on shore; and the enjoyment of running private wine tours in Mendoza, Argentina.

Biggest Surprise along the Way
I think the biggest surprise is how easy it can be to work with clients from anywhere. Even if the power goes out or I can’t find good wifi, calling cards are everywhere and relatively cheap, and with current technology, a lot of my business can be automated through online software tools. I definitely do not get upset at minor inconveniences like I used to.

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In this episode

  • Going from backpacker to business school
  • The importance of knowing how to sell
  • The power of making your intentions known
  • How the worst experience of Paul’s life was also the best thing that ever happened to him
  • How a career that seems fixed in one location might not have to be
  • What it was like to take two dogs to Poland
  • What makes Gdansk, Poland, a good destination for nomads/expats
  • And much more
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Resources we talked about

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