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Don is a serial podcaster and currently the producer and host of Work From Home Forever, a podcast highlighting remote employees and their engaging stories of furthering their careers and maintaining work/life balance. Don discovered his Love for audio content creation in the 80's, when he and his brother would pretend they were DJ's and record voiceovers on cassette tapes. This passion was later reignited when he and his son created The Middle School Mind, a podcast to discuss a middle schoolers' perspective on the adolescent years.

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S3 E9 How Remote Work Enabled Joe Di Grande To Travel The Country With His Wife And Beagle &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E9 How Remote Work Enabled Joe Di Grande to Travel the Country with His Wife and Beagle

In this episode of Work From Home Forever, host Don chats with Joe DiGrande, founder of Joe Does Tech Touch. Joe shares his inspiring story of working remotely while traveling the U.S. for nearly two …

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In this episode of Work From Home Forever, host Don chats with Joe DiGrande, founder of Joe Does Tech Touch. Joe shares his inspiring story of working remotely while traveling the U.S. for nearly two years with his wife and their beagle.From navigating Airbnb stays in an SUV to embracing morning fishing as a wellness routine, Joe shows how remote work transformed his life. He opens up about managing ADHD, building a business that helps companies scale through tech automation, and finding the perfect place to settle—South Florida.Tune in for insights on flexibility, Mental Health, and making …

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S3 E8 How Pampered Chef Helps Marlee Kivens Achieve Work-Life Balance With Spina Bifida &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E8 How Pampered Chef Helps Marlee Kivens Achieve Work-Life Balance with Spina Bifida

In this inspiring episode of the Work From Home Forever, host Don sits down with Marlee Kivens, a Pampered Chef Independent Consultant who turned a simple kitchenware party into a thriving remote care…

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In this inspiring episode of the Work From Home Forever, host Don sits down with Marlee Kivens, a Pampered Chef Independent Consultant who turned a simple kitchenware party into a thriving remote career.Marlee shares how Pampered Chef’s accessible products helped her gain independence as a person with Spina Bifida, allowing her to cook without assistance.She discusses her transition from in-home demonstrations to fully virtual events, the skills she had to learn—like social media and Zoom—and how working remotely gives her the flexibility to manage her Health.Marlee’s story is a powerf…

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S3 E7 How Remote Work Helped Risa August Manage Her Health And Thrive &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E7 How Remote Work Helped Risa August Manage Her Health and Thrive

In this episode of theWork From Home Forever podcast, we talk with Risa August, a speaker, author, and remote work advocate. Risa shares how working from home changed her life, giving her the flexibil…

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In this episode of theWork From Home Forever podcast, we talk with Risa August, a speaker, author, and remote work advocate. Risa shares how working from home changed her life, giving her the flexibility to manage a major health challenge while still pursuing her passions. She explains how remote work allowed her to create a schedule that fits her needs, reduce Stress, and focus on what matters most.We also dive into how remote work helps people balance health, work, and personal goals. Risa gives tips for setting boundaries, staying productive, and making remote work a long-term success. Whet…

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S3 E6 Founding Virtual Not Distant: Pilar Orti’s Journey To Support Remote Teams &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E6 Founding Virtual Not Distant: Pilar Orti’s Journey to Support Remote Teams

On this episode of Work From Home Forever, Pilar Orti, a writer, podcaster, and the founder of Virtual Not Distant joins us on the show. Pilar shared her journey into remote work, which began in 2011,…

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On this episode of Work From Home Forever, Pilar Orti, a writer, podcaster, and the founder of Virtual Not Distant joins us on the show. Pilar shared her journey into remote work, which began in 2011, driven by her need to Travel frequently to visit Family. Initially trained as an actress, Pilar transitioned to remote work, finding comfort in working from home and utilizing coworking spaces when necessary. Pilar discussed her experience with coworking spaces, noting the practical challenges such as commuting time, costs, and temperature discomfort. She ultimately found working from home more c…

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S3 E5 Corey Walker: From Marketing Specialist To Instagram For Dummies &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E5 Corey Walker: From Marketing Specialist to Instagram for Dummies

In this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we chat with Corey Walker, a social media agency owner and co-author of "Instagram for Dummies" and "Instagram for Business for Dummies." Corey s…

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In this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we chat with Corey Walker, a social media agency owner and co-author of "Instagram for Dummies" and "Instagram for Business for Dummies." Corey shares her journey from working in a corporate cubicle to running her own successful social media agency from home. The catalyst for her transition was the desire to spend more time with her young daughter, who was in daycare while Corey felt unproductive in her office cubicle. Determined to find a better work-life balance, she began freelancing and eventually established her agency, The Marketing…

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S3 E4 Stay Fit While You Sit: Ergonomic Tips With Mike Jones &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E4 Stay Fit While You Sit: Ergonomic Tips with Mike Jones

On the latest episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, host Don interviews Mike Jones, a health coach, ergonomist, and author of "Stand Up! Upgrade Your Posture and Transform Your Life." Mike ha…

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On the latest episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, host Don interviews Mike Jones, a health coach, ergonomist, and author of "Stand Up! Upgrade Your Posture and Transform Your Life." Mike has been helping remote workers live and work pain-free for over 15 years. He operates a posture-based practice in Bangkok, Thailand, and works with clients both in-person and online. Mike discusses the importance of an ergonomic home office setup, emphasizing the use of tools like posture cushions to promote active sitting and prevent stiffness. He also recommends keeping a Yoga mat nearby to encou…

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S3 E3 Creating A Kind Workplace: Michael G. Neece On Leading With Kindness &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E3 Creating a Kind Workplace: Michael G. Neece on Leading with Kindness

In this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we interview Michael G. Neece, President of Our Future Is Kind. Neece shares his journey and emphasizes the importance of kindness in the workpla…

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In this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we interview Michael G. Neece, President of Our Future Is Kind. Neece shares his journey and emphasizes the importance of kindness in the workplace. He discusses the advantages of working remotely, including less commuting and more family time, but also highlights the challenges, such as setting boundaries at home. Neece stresses the need for clear communication with colleagues and family to ensure balance. He also dives into his company’s mission of building a kinder world through corporate and individual actions. He believes that foste…

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S3 E2 From Family Therapy To Bestselling Author: Jack Lawrence'S Career Pivot &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E2 From Family Therapy to Bestselling Author: Jack Lawrence's Career Pivot

On this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we sit down with bestselling author Jack Lawrence. Jack, a former family therapist, shares how his career took a dramatic turn after selling his …

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On this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we sit down with bestselling author Jack Lawrence. Jack, a former family therapist, shares how his career took a dramatic turn after selling his private practice and deciding to pursue his passion for writing. With his debut novel Blood Thorn earning the 2023 Fall Book Fest Award, Jack’s writing career took off, allowing him to work full-time from home. Jack opens up about the factors that led him to remote work, including his experience with virtual Therapy sessions during the pandemic and a desire to spend more time with his family. He…

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S3 E1 Building A Remote-First Culture: Insights From Danielle Cuomo Of Virtual Assist Usa &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
S3 E1 Building a Remote-First Culture: Insights from Danielle Cuomo of Virtual Assist USA

Danielle Cuomo, the founder of Virtual Assist USA, shared her journey and insights on remote work on the Work From Home Forever podcast. Since 2008, she has been running her virtual assistant company …

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Danielle Cuomo, the founder of Virtual Assist USA, shared her journey and insights on remote work on the Work From Home Forever podcast. Since 2008, she has been running her virtual assistant company with a fully remote team, embracing a remote-first culture. Initially motivated by flexibility and a desire to eliminate commuting, Danielle found that working from home allowed her to balance her professional responsibilities with personal interests like charity work and maintaining a healthy Lifestyle. Over time, as she started a family, the flexibility of remote work became even more valuable, …

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2.21 Sarah Parise, From Middle School Classroom To Wellness Coach For Moms And Entrepreneurs &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
2.21 Sarah Parise, From Middle School Classroom to Wellness Coach For Moms and Entrepreneurs

In our season 2 finale of the Work From Home Forever podcast, wellness coach Sarah Parise discusses her transition from middle school teaching to focusing on moms and entrepreneurs' wellness. Sarah sh…

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In our season 2 finale of the Work From Home Forever podcast, wellness coach Sarah Parise discusses her transition from middle school teaching to focusing on moms and entrepreneurs' wellness. Sarah shares strategies for balancing work-from-home life, especially during the pandemic, and emphasizes the importance of self-care. She highlights the shift in remote work culture and its benefits, particularly for individuals with social anxieties or disabilities. Sarah also shares a success story from her 12-week program, demonstrating the positive impact of her Coaching. To connect with Sarah: Ins…

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2.20 Endless Summer: The Quest For Year-Round Sunshine &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
2.20 Endless Summer: The Quest for Year-Round Sunshine

On this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we speak with Rebecca Thomas, a former recruiter turned career break coach, who shares her journey from recruitment in the UK and Australia to co…

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On this episode of the Work From Home Forever podcast, we speak with Rebecca Thomas, a former recruiter turned career break coach, who shares her journey from recruitment in the UK and Australia to coaching individuals through career crossroads. Rebecca discusses her unintentional career path that led to a sabbatical in 2016, which became a pivotal moment for her and her husband. They explored living back in the UK, renovating a derelict barn in France, and ultimately chose a location-independent lifestyle, chasing endless summers between Australia and Europe. Rebecca delves into the challenge…

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From Cocktails To Content: Navigating Career Shifts In The Remote World (Best Of) &Raquo; 36200352 1720219951800 5795539708A2D 5
From Cocktails to Content: Navigating Career Shifts in the Remote World (Best Of)

As we wind down season two of the Work From Home Forever podcast for the summer, we will bring you some of our favorite episodes from seasons one and two. In this Best Of episode, we want to replay ou…

As we wind down seas…

As we wind down season two of the Work From Home Forever podcast for the summer, we will bring you some of our favorite episodes from seasons one and two. In this Best Of episode, we want to replay our original episode with Maria Healey. Maria has a great story about how the pandemic forced her to rethink priorities and how she sought out remote work and is thriving in a fully remote environment. ________________________  Maria Healey shares her journey from being a stay-at-home mom to working in various industries, including gaming and Employment law, before finding success in remote work. M…

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