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8 Realistic Travel Jobs for Asians Who Want to Explore (and Still Earn a Living)
travel, financial freedom Joanne Tai 06/06/2025 travel, financial freedom Joanne Tai 06/06/2025

8 Realistic Travel Jobs for Asians Who Want to Explore (and Still Earn a Living)

This post is a list of practical travel jobs tailored for Asian adventurers, including roles that offer either flexibility or salaried stability.

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What If Dreaming Big Is How Freedom Begins?
personal growth, financial freedom Joanne Tai 06/12/2024 personal growth, financial freedom Joanne Tai 06/12/2024

What If Dreaming Big Is How Freedom Begins?

Dreaming big doesn’t have to be loud. This is about choosing slow freedom – through quiet hikes, intentional work, and reimagining success on your own terms.

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Cruise Ship Worker Struggling to Escape the Contract Cycle
seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 04/12/2024 seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 04/12/2024

Cruise Ship Worker Struggling to Escape the Contract Cycle

Why financial freedom feels out of reach for cruise ship crew – the reality of saving, spending, and planning for a future beyond endless contracts at sea.

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Why Do Women Crave Travel So Much?
travel, financial freedom Joanne Tai 28/11/2024 travel, financial freedom Joanne Tai 28/11/2024

Why Do Women Crave Travel So Much?

Why do women crave travel so much? It’s not just wanderlust – it’s rebellion. A passport is permission to exist differently. Here’s the truth behind the urge.

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Figuring Out What Makes You Happy Is a Quiet Kind of Freedom
financial freedom Joanne Tai 23/11/2024 financial freedom Joanne Tai 23/11/2024

Figuring Out What Makes You Happy Is a Quiet Kind of Freedom

Figuring out what makes you happy is a quiet kind of freedom. This is for anyone ready to unlearn, reflect, and build a life that feels like their own.

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Is Working Harder Now Worth It for More Freedom Later?
financial freedom Joanne Tai 18/11/2024 financial freedom Joanne Tai 18/11/2024

Is Working Harder Now Worth It for More Freedom Later?

Working harder now for freedom later – does it actually work? Or is it just endless grinding? Hard work alone may not lead to the freedom you’re aiming for.

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Why I Started Investing A Little Too Late
seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 18/11/2024 seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 18/11/2024

Why I Started Investing A Little Too Late

I started investing too late, but I’m doing it anyway. Working at sea made me realise saving isn’t enough. It's time for seafarers to build financial security.

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Can You Really Achieve Financial Freedom, or Is It Just a Dream?
financial freedom Joanne Tai 17/11/2024 financial freedom Joanne Tai 17/11/2024

Can You Really Achieve Financial Freedom, or Is It Just a Dream?

Is financial freedom just a pipe dream? Start small, stay consistent, and turn steady progress into a sustainable journey towards financial independence.

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Side Hustles for Cruise Ship Crew to Earn Extra Money
seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 16/11/2024 seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 16/11/2024

Side Hustles for Cruise Ship Crew to Earn Extra Money

Making extra money as a cruise ship crew member isn’t easy, but it’s possible. From small onboard gigs to earning during vacation, here’s what actually works.

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Finding the Courage to Make a Big Leap in Life
financial freedom Joanne Tai 15/11/2024 financial freedom Joanne Tai 15/11/2024

Finding the Courage to Make a Big Leap in Life

Feeling the pull towards a change brings urgency. With clarity and courage, life’s leaps turn into opportunities to rediscover yourself and redefine your path.

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How Travel Taught Me 8 Lessons About Money and Wealth
travel, financial freedom Joanne Tai 07/11/2024 travel, financial freedom Joanne Tai 07/11/2024

How Travel Taught Me 8 Lessons About Money and Wealth

Freedom isn’t just about travel. These money and wealth lessons from a traveller’s journey will make you rethink success – and laugh at our financial blunders.

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73 Saving Money Quotes to Inspire Your Financial Journey
financial freedom Joanne Tai 23/10/2024 financial freedom Joanne Tai 23/10/2024

73 Saving Money Quotes to Inspire Your Financial Journey

Saving money quotes that motivate and inspire. From timeless wisdom to modern takes, find the words that spark your journey towards financial freedom.

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How to Save Money While Working on a Cruise Ship
seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 08/10/2024 seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 08/10/2024

How to Save Money While Working on a Cruise Ship

Saving money on a cruise ship isn’t about strict budgeting. Here’s how I cut costs, avoided impulse spending, and stayed on track with my financial goals.

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How to Start Freelancing Even If You’re a Beginner
financial freedom Joanne Tai 09/04/2024 financial freedom Joanne Tai 09/04/2024

How to Start Freelancing Even If You’re a Beginner

Thinking of becoming a freelancer? Whether you’re looking to start a side hustle or build a full-time career, here’s what I’ve learned to help you get started.

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How to Make Money Online as an Introvert
financial freedom Joanne Tai 18/03/2024 financial freedom Joanne Tai 18/03/2024

How to Make Money Online as an Introvert

There are two main ways to make money online as an introvert:

  • Offering services or products directly

  • Creating systems that make money in the background

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Simple Ways to Save Money Every Day That Make a Difference
financial freedom Joanne Tai 12/03/2024 financial freedom Joanne Tai 12/03/2024

Simple Ways to Save Money Every Day That Make a Difference

Simple ways to save money daily without giving up joy or comfort. From food to bills to online temptations, here’s how to spend less – realistically.

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The Start of It All: Becoming a Seafarer Changed My Travel Story
travel, seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 11/07/2022 travel, seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 11/07/2022

The Start of It All: Becoming a Seafarer Changed My Travel Story

In 2016, a random JobStreet ad led me to a seafaring career. Six years and 15 countries later, it’s proof that life’s best adventures start unexpectedly.

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Why I Chose Travelling as a Job
travel, seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 17/07/2020 travel, seafaring, financial freedom Joanne Tai 17/07/2020

Why I Chose Travelling as a Job

Turning wanderlust into a career wasn’t a dream. It was a bold leap into adventure, challenges, and a life redefined by passion and endless discovery. Now.

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