Lifestyle Redesigned

moving to a new city in your 20s

#48. If you're planning on moving to a new city or just thinking about moving to a new city/needing a change in your life, this episode's for you!
Sam responds to listener questions about moving in your twenties by sharing advice and personal anecdotes from her transformative journey of solo traveling and eventually relocating to Chicago post grad. From overcoming the fear of leaving your family and friends to navigating how to make NEW friends to dealing with the uncertainty of the future, Sam's insights provide invaluable guidance for anyone facing the exciting yet daunting prospect of starting fresh in their twenties. 
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overcoming your fear of the unknown

#49. In this episode, Sam opens up about four pivotal moments in her life where she had to overcome her (major) fear of the unknown. From moving across the country by herself at 20 years old to getting back into the dating world after she swore she'd never trust another guy again to not only solo traveling the US and Europe but also doing it while in a relationship to moving to a brand new city not knowing anyone and basically having to start over, let's just say you can consider Sam an expert in this field.
At the end of each story, Sam shares her key takeaways and lessons learned from each experience, leaving you with actionable advice and encouragement when the time comes to overcome the inevitable uncertainties of life.
 
7:40 - Moving across the country at 20 years old to a place I’ve never been, working a job I’ve never done, knowing no one except the manager who interviewed me
20:23 - Getting back into the dating world after I swore I’d never trust a guy again
28:20 - Solo traveling while in a relationship
41:27 - Moving to a new city post grad, starting your life over & how to make friends
45:00 - The butterfly effect & navigating life transitions
 
Resources:
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Click here to check out our upcoming Chicago events & travel guides for cities around the world.
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24 things I've learned before turning 24

#47. Throughout this episode, Sam celebrates her birthday by sharing her top 24 lessons she’s learned before turning 24, covering topics from personal growth to relationships to career changes to the unknowns of adulthood. Drawing from her own experiences, she gives candid advice on navigating life in your 20s, including the importance of letting go of control, embracing change, and being present.
Sam explores the power of happiness, the impact of travel, and the significance of surrounding yourself with quality friends. Her reflections on friendship, self-confidence, and pursuing new experiences resonate with authenticity, providing you with valuable takeaways for your own journey. 
 
Resources:
To connect with Sam Evans, click here.
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Click here to check out our blog, full of travel guides & inspiration.
Click here to join our facebook community, For The 20 Somethings.

how I accidentally started my own company

#46. Throughout this episode, Sam takes you through her recent personal and professional struggles, ultimately revealing how she accidentally stumbled into entrepreneurship and launched her own company.
With refreshing transparency, Sam shares her post-grad uncertainties, the challenges of transitioning into adulthood, and the imposter syndrome she faced as she navigated her newfound role as a business owner. From questioning her career path to embracing the uncertainties of her 20s, Sam's story resonates with authenticity and offers listeners a relatable glimpse into the rollercoaster ride of self-discovery.
As she unveils the evolution of Lifestyle Redesigned and its shift towards empowering young adults in their 20s, Sam invites listeners to join her on this inspiring journey of growth, resilience, and community building.
 
Resources:
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rediscovering yourself through solo travel | Lindsay Mukaddam, Founder of OneGirlWandering

#45. Welcome Lindsay Mukaddam, founder of OneGirlWandering, who specializes in solo travel for women who are looking to maximize their budget and PTO. Based in Austin, Texas, Lindsay has made it her mission to encourage women to step outside their comfort zones and explore the world on their own terms one amazing trip at a time.
 
Throughout this episode, we'll explore the defining moments that sparked Lindsay’s passion for solo adventures, her journey of building a business that empowers women to travel and build a supportive community, and the hurdles she has overcome as a full-time traveler and content creator. 
 
Connect with Lindsay:
One Girl Wandering Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onegirlwandering
One Girl Wandering TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onegirlwandering
One Girl Wandering Website: https://www.onegirlwandering.com/
 
 
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the secrets behind building a multi-million dollar travel company | Alexandra Jimenez, Founder of Travel Fashion Girl

#44. Welcome Alexandra Jimenez, founder of Travel Fashion Girl, where she teaches female travelers how to pack in a light, stylish, and efficient way.
 
Most recently, she acquired Women’s Travel Fest, an annual conference that aims to empower women through travel, community, and connection. When she’s not working on her travel businesses, Alex is growing her real estate portfolio, which includes several Airbnbs in addition to traditional rental properties.
 
Throughout this episode, we will be talking about her incredible journey, from leaving her corporate job in the fashion industry to starting her own company, the initial challenges and rewards of transitioning careers, the keys to growing her community into a financially successful venture, her vision for the future of Women’s Travel Fest and how she’s managing to balance it all.
 
Connect with Alex:
Travel Fashion Girl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelfashiongirl/ 
Travel Fashion Girl Website: https://www.travelfashiongirl.com/ 
Women's Travel Fest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenstravelfest/ 
Women's Travel Fest Website: https://womenstravelfest.com/ 
 
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how to make money while traveling the world | Emily Cooper, Founder of EmilyEatsAndExplores

#43. Welcome Emily Cooper, a solo traveling entrepreneur who in 2022, quit her job to travel the world full-time.
She went from making $300/month and staying in budget hostels to making $10,000/month and staying in 5 star resorts for free. Across her social media channels, she teaches her audience how she did it and how you can do it too!
Throughout this episode, we will be diving into how to start as a travel content creator, the process of working with brands, the lifestyle of a digital nomad, and of course, the endless opportunities to make money while traveling the world.
Connect with Emily:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyeatsandexplores/ 
Resources: https://stan.store/emilyeatsandexplores
 
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creating and building meaningful relationships throughout your twenties | Christopher Louis, Host of Dating Intelligence Podcast

#42. Welcome Christopher Louis, host of Dating Intelligence podcast, a show that promotes candid conversations about human interaction–from first dates to happily ever afters.
Throughout this episode, we will be diving into topics including the importance of maintaining a positive outlook and mindset, how relationships can change overtime especially in your twenties, looking at life from a new perspective, and all of the challenges that come along with it.
Connect with Christopher:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fetchsport/
Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingintelligence/
Website: https://dating-intelligence.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcy0KXINyPCf6-lWEzFQTQg 
 
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you don’t have to quit your job to travel the world: the ultimate guide to workcations | Rachel Firchau, Founder of RachelOffDuty

#41. Welcome Rachel Firchau, a content marketer, writer, travel consultant, and blogger based in Southern California.
Rather than prescribing to the idea that she had to sell all of her things and book a one-way ticket across the globe, she wanted to find out what it meant to live a crazy, passionate, adventure-filled life without having to put her other ambitions on hold. So, after graduating college, she set out to do just that.
Throughout this episode, we will be talking about Building a Career That Allows You to Travel, how to maximize your vacation days, the pros and cons of balancing a full time job with travel and everything to expect when committing to workcations.
Connect with Rachel:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/racheloffduty/
Website: https://racheloffduty.com/
Resources:
https://racheloffduty.com/blog/how-to-ask-for-more-vacation-time/
https://racheloffduty.com/blog/11-actionable-tips-travel-more-this-year-even-if-you-work-full-time/
https://racheloffduty.com/blog/digital-nomad-remote-work-pros-cons/
https://racheloffduty.com/blog/quitting-your-job-to-travel/
 
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why you should travel solo in your twenties | Dianni Hall, Host of While She’s Away Podcast

#40. Welcome Dianni Hall, digital nomad and host of While She’s Away podcast, a show where women share their unique travel adventures and advice in the hopes to inspire you to get out and see the world.
Throughout this episode, we will be talking about the benefits of solo travel especially in your twenties, lessons learned along the way, how to plan your first trip, stepping out of your comfort zone, and our most asked question as solo female travelers - how to stay safe and navigate unfamiliar places when traveling alone.
Connect with Dianni:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whileshesawaypod/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whileshesaway 
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/while-shes-away/id1516560313 
 
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