In this episode of The Ronin Mindset, I sit down with Marissa Rodriguez, a powerhouse fractional CMO and ecommerce expert who left the fast-paced world of NYC behind for a slower, more fulfilling life in Greece.

After overseeing over $100 million in ecommerce sales and launching countless brands, Marissa built her own course on making money online. But it wasn’t just business success that transformed her life—it was a solo trip to Greece in 2021 that changed everything.

Originally planned as a vacation for a friend’s birthday, Marissa never returned to the U.S. Instead, she embraced a new way of living, learning to enjoy her own company, appreciating life’s slower moments, and setting a goal to visit all 278 inhabited Greek islands.

✅ How the pandemic forced her to rethink her life in NYC ✅ Learning to enjoy being alone and discovering deeper self-awareness ✅ The power of slowing down and being present through travel ✅ How working remotely from Greece benefits her business and clients ✅ Why she has zero plans to return to the U.S.

Marissa’s story is proof that success isn’t just about money—it’s about designing a life you love.

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Are you a digital nomad, expat, or traveler looking to legally reduce your tax liability? In this episode of The Ronin Mindset, I sit down with Alex McGowin, an expert CPA specializing in international tax strategies. He helps nomads pay little to NO taxes using the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) and advanced offshore tax strategies.

💰 Learn how to legally pay ZERO taxes on your first $125K in income 💼 Discover offshore corporations & trusts for income over $125K ✈️ Find out why the U.S. Citizen-Based Tax System is broken 📌 Learn practical steps to optimize your tax strategy as an expat

If you're a location-independent entrepreneur, remote worker, or business owner, this episode is a must-listen!

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In this episode of The Ronin Mindset, I sit down with the incredible Karen Ricks—world traveler, chef, educator, and entrepreneur—who has been PLAYing her way around the world for years. After spending a decade in Japan running an international school, she sold everything to follow a dream: attending culinary school in Italy. Since then, she and her family have been on a global adventure, embracing life with joy and curiosity.

We discuss:

• Her journey from Japan to Italy and beyond
• The power of #PLAYwithYourFood, #PLAYinYourBody, and #PLAYinYourLife
• Lessons from integrating into Japanese culture
• How to build deep connections as a global citizen
• The magic of worldschooling and raising children on the road
• Why you should NEVER settle and always follow your passions

Karen’s energy is contagious, and her insights will inspire you to embrace more play, adventure, and purpose in your life!

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