#140 From War Reporter to Nomad Pioneer With Orest Zub

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What does it take to visit 149 countries while building a global business from your laptop? In this episode, Danny sits down with Orest Zub, a Ukrainian serial entrepreneur, digital nomad pioneer, and the Managing Partner of NomadMania.

Orest shares his transition from a law student to a war reporter and, eventually, a leader in the “extreme travel” industry. We dive deep into the philosophy of “intentional travel,” the “Wheel of Life” theory for holistic success, and a raw discussion on the importance of mental health even when living a high-performance lifestyle.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

The Pivot to Freedom: How Orest realized a traditional legal career wouldn’t offer the geographical freedom he craved and how he launched his first online venture in 2012.
Professionalizing Extreme Travel: An inside look at NomadMania, a platform that helps travelers track trips across 1,600+ unique regions and connect with a global community.
The Reality of Uzbekistan: Why this Central Asian nation is the “modern Silk Road” and a must-visit for undiscovered culture.
The “Wheel of Life”: Orest’s framework for balancing physical health (including his 3x weekly tennis metric), career, and relationships.
Travel as a Mental Health Tool: A candid discussion on Orest’s recent experience with clinical depression and why mental health must be treated with the same urgency as a physical injury.
The “Don’t Be an Ahole” Rule:** A profound story from India that illustrates why the world is smaller than you think and why maintaining good relationships is your greatest asset.

“Travel is the only expense that makes you richer.”

Resources Mentioned:

NomadMania: The premier platform for tracking your travels and connecting with extreme travelers. Visit NomadMania.com.
Bansko Nomad Fest: Where Orest shares his insights on lifestyle design.
Connect with Orest: Follow him on Instagram and Facebook.