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Samuela Davidová
2026-03-25
The truth behind the scenes ?
After all afternoon at the conference, interview, moderation and many new contacts I need… to disappear and enjoy time alone in my favorite Kafeterija 😹
The more I am extroverted the more I am introverted (I honestly question the extroversion/introversion concept but that’s for another day…).
Belgrade!!! You’ve been amazing 🫶🏻
Off back to Tbilisi 🇬🇪 soon
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-25
‘Sam would you moderate the conference for a bit?’
Yeah sure, no problem.
😍🤝🐈⬛
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-25
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-25
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-25
the biggest enemies of any system are not the ones fighting it.
they are the ones who quietly packed, left, and built something independent.
i think about this with banking too.
the people most protected financially are not the ones angry about how their bank behaves. they are the ones who stopped depending on a single institution in a single jurisdiction and built something that does not have a single point of failure.
TBC bank in georgia is a traditional, publicly listed bank. FTSE 250. outside EU regulatory reach. personal banker. opens remotely at your non-EU address.
the process on your side is now fully digital. you pay, fill in a form, upload a passport scan, sign. we generate every document automatically and handle all of the process from there.
3 weeks later your banker contacts you directly.
not a protest. not a workaround.
a sovereign choice made from your laptop in about 10 minutes.
[email protected]
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-25
Gm gm. Omw to BWiGA Conference represent my beloved country Liberland
This time I’m moderating panel on trends for 2026. If you expect the next sh*tcoin recommendation, don’t bother.
I’ll talk regulation, automation (AI), real use cases and institutionalized direction with an expert crowd
cc Andranik Togramadzhian , Anina Milanović , Tobias Jack L. , Marko Matanovic and Slobodan Draksimovic
Great take for entrepreneurial minds and those with strategic perspective.
And yes see you at the awards ceremony 😈
🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-25
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-25
Having a 62m+ followers YouTuber joining our anniversary. Great :) welcome back Panda boi!
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
Federico Hu joined us as a Special Speaker for the 11th Anniversary of Liberland. 🕊️
We are thrilled to welcome back Federico Hu, better known as the viral sensation Panda Boi, as a Special Speaker for Liberland’s 11th Anniversary Celebration!
As Italy's most subscribed creator with over 62 million subscribers, Federico is a renowned actor, YouTuber, and social media phenomenon known for his incredibly popular comedic shorts. He joined us for our 10th Anniversary, and we are beyond excited to have his creative energy back on stage this year!
Get ready for four days of incredible keynotes, high-stakes networking, and community building. Join Federico and our global community from April 10–13 in Apatin, Serbia at the 11th Anniversary of Liberland! 🕊️
👇 Discover more and secure your spot in the reply below!
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
See you tomorrow
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
Crypto regulation will define 2026 for the entire Web3 industry. Who gets to shape that conversation matters.
On March 25, our representative Samuela Davidova takes the moderator seat at BWiGA in Belgrade, leading the Trends 2026 panel on crypto regulation alongside Anina Milanovic, Marko Matanovic, Tobias Jack Lewis, and Andranik Tagramadzhian. These are the people building, investing, and operating inside the regulatory pressure. The conversation will be direct and the perspectives will not all agree.
Tomorrow, March 25. Kula Tower, Belgrade Waterfront.
See you there: bwiga.com
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
Today I got up to a new email about a new customer 🥳 for the georgian 🇬🇪 bank account opening remotely by me & my business partner Pavol Luptak and I felt genuinely happy for a new client!
He was concerned about the questions the bank asks (like about the other bank accounts & where). We open the bank accounts in TBC and honestly they’re pretty easy going, but yes they have some questions in place.
Pavol now made the process super smooth for the clients but that also means we ask the questions right away to not bother later anymore.
So: you pay, upload passport, signature, answer the questions and a chat with us in signal is generated, documents are created and we take care of the rest.
The aim was that we didn’t want to bother clients and wanted to simplify it and do everything at once for them. We handle the paperwork while they can mind their business.
But here I realize that the automation that increases efficiency and removes the human element also removes that kind of… trustworthiness that comes from engaging with a human being, despite that being inefficient. 😭😄
Damn the more of the AI the more I over communicate, the more I wanna be in touch in a real way despite that being inefficient but it fulfills my own needs for socializing.
Thoughts on maintaining efficiency but not losing the human touch?? 😄
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
he obsessed over security before signing anything.
i respect that completely.
his first question:
at what point could you access my personal account if you wanted to?
precise answer.
we handle your documents processing and initiate the bank account opening for your.
that is the full extent of our access.
the moment the account opens the banker contacts him directly, not through us.
every subsequent step requires his own authentication.
cards and PINs ship from TBC straight to his address.
we never see them.
there is no point after opening where we could do anything with his account.
we built it this way deliberately.
our job is to open the premium account for our clients.
the moment that is done our access ends structurally, not by policy.
my partner Pavol Luptak runs a cybersecurity company.
we're wired for security.
the client process is fully automated and digital.
you pay, upload a passport scan, answer the questions, upload your signature. zero back and forth.
he went ahead and had bureaucracy over within less than 10 minutes. we handled all the paperwork for him.
diversify as well.
get your georgian bank account with us at liberation.services
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
Great to be back to Serbia 🇷🇸 with my favorite tea houses, sparkling water, cafes, parks…
Moderating trends for 2026 panel tomorrow at BWiGA Conference
Would be cool to discuss to open some Liberland office in the town. Hm hm?
CC Vit Jedlicka
Who’s joining the event tomorrow / see you around? :)
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
Gm gm yesterday.
This is an announcement that Vit Jedlicka plans a Freedom Run during Liberland Independence Day on the April 13th to Liberland.
Guys if you don’t come to anniversary, how about making that a global good reason to run 5k? Monday in two weeks? Who’s in? 🫶🏻
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-24
I was gifted recently this small self reflection book. Took it with me for the current work trip to Belgrade 🇷🇸 and it quickly became a great habit to pause for an hour with a Chinese tea (in making).
I believe one doesn’t have to frustrate own need (we don’t need to loose something) to appreciate it, but self awareness is what distinguishes the appreciation.
I’ve been also working with phrase completions from Nathaniel Branden for over 1.5y which helped me with transparency and truth in my life and consequently increased my self esteem.
Now I wanna hear your favorite methods and tips for self reflection guys 😀
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-23
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-23
he paid on a tuesday evening.
filled in a form. uploaded his passport scan. signed.
that was it.
his entire contribution to opening a personal bank account at a bank in georgia. we generated everything automatically. the power of attorney, the documents, all the paperwork was on us.
then we handled the rest completely. notary, apostille, shipping, pickup, certified translation, second notary, bank visit, filing.
three weeks later his TBC banker texted him directly. authorization. cards shipped to his address.
traditional personal bank account. personal banker. VISA signature. mastercard world elite. 30 lounge visits. 2.1% global cashback.
the bureaucracy is real. it just lives entirely on our side now.
get your experience liberation.services
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-22
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-22
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-22
great shoutout
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-21
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-21
he runs a small software company remotely.
team across four countries.
clients across eight.
pays himself in USD.
lives in vietnam part of the year, thailand the rest.
his lithuanian bank had been fine until it was not.
compliance request here.
transaction flagged there.
eventually a letter explaining they were restructuring their non-resident client relationships.
what that really meant: his account was closing.
he had four weeks to sort his personal banking.
not ideal timing.
he found us, paid, uploaded his passport scan, answered our questions, uploaded his signature.
we moved fast.
documents generated immediately.
we handled the rest of the opening of his premium georgian bank account.
his TBC banker texted him three weeks later.
personal account.
personal banker.
multi-currency in GEL, USD, EUR, GBP.
30 lounge visits a year.
cards shipped to his home in chiang mai.
sorted in the middle of a crisis.
would have been much calmer sorted months earlier.
diversify yourself today
liberation.services
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-20
Samuela Davidova joined us as a Special Speaker for the 11th Anniversary of Liberland. 🕊️
We are excited to announce that Samuela Davidova, Author at The Freeist and Liberland Representative, will be speaking at our 11th Anniversary Celebration!
As a dedicated advocate for liberty and a key representative of our nation, Samuela brings invaluable insights into decentralized governance, free markets, and the future of Web3.
Join us from April 10–13 at Ark Village, Serbia, to hear her speak and connect with the global community.
See you at the 10-13 April in Apatin, Serbia!🕊️
👉 Discover more: https://lnkd.in/dkZfAnCT
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-20
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-20
I didn't have this many requests for connection about one event at any other conference...
next week I will spend in Belgrade, my favorite Serbia 🇷🇸 as I am joining BWiGA Conference on Wednesday.
Already planned several meetings for Tuesday, interview for Wednesday, and having several connections in place before landing in the town. That's pretty unusual - usually I just arrive and do all the networking out there in person.
To be said, I feel quite excited, haven't traveled for work for a few weeks. I cannot wait to walk & enjoy the city, as well as to moderate the panel on 2026 trends ranging from RWA, regulation through AI... with some of the brightest minds in the wider region and beyond.
I feel lucky, but in reality it's purely just another reminder that we create our own luck in a way ourselves.
So, let's keep going.
What one thing I'd thank myself in a year I can do today?
/ to me it's writing my book The Freeist
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-20
i used to think banking diversification was for very wealthy people or very paranoid ones.
then i watched a friend spend three weeks unable to access her own money because a fintech algorithm flagged her account and there was nobody to call.
she is neither wealthy nor paranoid.
she is a completely normal person with a completely legitimate financial life who had made the same assumption most people make: that the default is fine.
the default is one institution with one algorithm and no human on the other end when something goes wrong.
TBC bank is a traditional, publicly listed georgian bank. FTSE 250. physical branches.
personal banker who picks up when something matters.
opens remotely at your both EU and non-EU address.
3 weeks.
two documents from you.
it is not for wealthy or paranoid people.
it is for anyone who has decided that a single point of failure in their personal financial life is a risk worth addressing.
[email protected]
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-20
had a great brainfood discussion in the morning today
such breakfasts are very productive 😃
day 44 of writing my book on broadening individual freedom - The Freeist
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-20
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-20
Socialists speak the loudest about the moral principles to direct the attention away from the fact they want to live at the expense of others.
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-19
11 years of liberty. 4 days of innovation. 1 unforgettable celebration. 🕊️
Get ready for Liberland’s 11th Anniversary Celebration (April 10-13) at Ark Village, Serbia! Watch the video to see what’s waiting for you.
Join a global community of pioneers shaping the future of Web3, decentralized governance, AI, and longevity.
🚀 What to expect:
• Keynotes by President Vít Jedlička and Prime Minister Justin Sun
• A high-stakes Startup Competition
• Networking with global investors and tech innovators
• Gala Dinner, Danube boat tours, and our 5km Independence Run!
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast. Secure your spot now and join us in building the future of freedom.
👇 Links to register and apply for partnership are in the comments below!
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-19
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-19
Bitcoin: Proof of Work
Fiat: Proof of War
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-19
this reminds me we all have our own pace
and teaches me the compassion I need if I want to write The Freeist book with the true impact, not just another dopamine boost that will dissolve in days.
reading maslow's 'toward a psychology of being' is a great read for sustainable long term natural growth.
tldr?
we truly grow not out of tension and anxiety, but when we allow ourselves all the states, when we feel safe and the lower emotional states become irrelevant as we PREFER to live better
yes yes
not being tired, exhausted, pushing oneself
but delivering out of a resourceful state, calm mind, feeling safety
if you know me - well, you also know I could write just about that topic myself... I've been living out of a survival state for years, while finally getting 'back to myself' over the last few years.
I felt so scared, I couldn't believe it:
wait, you wanna tell me that after all the years pushing myself, forcing myself, it would be actually possible to live what I want out of a relaxed pleasant state? will it not fall apart? will I still be able to make money? will I survive?
man, I was so damn scared
but then I wondered...
what else to strive for in my life than to live out of a joyful state?
to postpone the joy for later?
to postpone the life I want for later?
to postpone sleeping well, living mindfully, being relaxed for... for when?
you might also know that all these 'later' end up totally different than expected
when you live all life out of tension, do you believe you will be able to relax somehow magically when you be sixty?
I understand that the capability to live out of the capacity that I'd call self-preservation, is where one meets with own vulnerabilities, fears and pains, as well as the self-limiting behaviour where we waste our potential.
[and it sounds totally contra-intuitively, it doesn't really make sense but it's really us who limit ourselves the most, not some external forces]
// sharing my new favorite read while continuing writing my book the freeist
day 43
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-19
two clients came to us the same week.
one had been living across southeast asia for three years.
his dutch bank gave him 30 days to provide a local address he no longer had.
one had crypto income.
three EU banks closed his personal account after exchange withdrawals. nothing illegal.
just algorithms with no context and nobody with authority to look twice.
different countries.
different problems.
completely different lives.
same process.
they each paid, uploaded a passport scan, answered the questions, uploaded their signature.
10 minutes of their time.
meanwhile, documents generated automatically. sent once.
we handled the remaining of their premium georgian bank account opening completely from there on.
same outcome.
TBC concept 360, traditional georgian personal account.
london stock exchange listed.
personal banker from day one.
both had their bankers contact them within three weeks since they submitted the documents - we handled the headache.
the bank does not need you to fit a profile designed for people who never leave home.
it needs you to be a real person with a real passport.
get yours now - we'll be happy to serve you.
liberation.services
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-18
Belgrade 🇷🇸 open to meetings monday 23rd & tuesday 24th, please DM me
and, most importantly, see you at BWiGA Conference on Wednesday 25th March!
happy for recommendations of great connections!
// photo from live like a king in belgrade
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-18
why do people with EU passports open personal bank accounts in georgia?
i get this question a lot.
the short answer: because they stopped assuming their home country bank was the only option and started asking what else exists.
the longer answer: georgia is outside EU jurisdiction. TBC bank is a real, traditional bank, FTSE 250 on the london stock exchange, with physical branches and a personal banker. it opens at your actual address, wherever that is. it takes 3 weeks and requires almost nothing from our clients because we handle everything on the ground.
the benefits are too real too. 30 lounge visits a year. 2.1% cashback on everything globally. turkish airlines miles on every travel purchase. multi-currency in GEL, USD, EUR, GBP.
but honestly the people who come to us are not primarily coming for the lounges. they are coming because they made a decision to stop having a single point of failure in their personal financial life.
that is the real reason. everything else is a bonus.
get yours at liberation.services / Pavol Luptak
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-18
hey miami folks, this is some of the highest quality networking for you
join Yuri
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-18
Two Resume Tips
⚠️ No Phone Numbers
⚠️ No Home Addresses
Instead just give your email and city.
The crypto world can be murky at times
And applying for jobs is no different
Sometimes your resume can end up anywhere
Therefore, I always urge candidates to avoid putting phone numbers or home addresses on their resume.
Best case scenario, you'll have 'target obsessed' recruiters ringing you morning, noon and night.
Worst case scenario, you're kidnapped and held for ransom..... okay, maybe a bit extreme, but it can happen
Why am I posting this?
Well, last week, a dev messaged me - we connected at an event last year. A young guy with a big logo behind him.
He wasn't a LinkedIn guy, his account is more or less inactive with little/no info and only a few connections.
Anyways, he pinged me on TG. He wanted to chat.
Okay, I agreed. On the call, he told me straight up - he never worked with recruiters. He didn't trust us.
He said he applied to 4 companies directly last week. He said it was the first time he ever applied for jobs,
The following day, an agency rang him up unannounced pitching other roles with other projects.
He remains convinced that his details were passed on without his consent. He was fuming.
Whether true or not, it's fair to say that sometimes your resume can easily slip into the wrong hands.
Stay safe 🫡
Only give the bare minimum amount of personal information.
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-17
pov: you share a poster with H.E. Justin Sun & Vit Jedlicka & Shyalpa Rinpoche
love Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-17
I am sufficiently crazy and self esteemed to do my own thing
no matter how insane it might feel to my surroundings.
which of my decisions weren't crazy?
*I moved from Czechia to Georgia all alone back in 2020 during covid without ever being here before
*I decided to help building the freest country on earth, Liberland
*I now write my own philosophy, The Freeist, on broadening individual freedom
it doesn't really matter whether there are other people around supporting you or not, trusting what you do or not...
honestly, it means nothing if you don't believe into yourself, yourself.
others are just a decoration, but the only owner of your own life is you.
so go, ship more, deliver more, decide more
because only decisions are what compounds, not the endless thinking, not the endless information search
decide and then go all in
you can always decide something else, but the results from the decisions are moving you forward
/ today's been day 40 of writing of my book The Freeist! I wrote on the freedom we get from making a decision and that it's not a trade off in reality as we haven't really wanted the other option anyway. choose what you want, then go all in. enjoy. alter the way as you get the feedback as the only relevant feedback comes from execution.
best,
Sam
/ photo from the bwiga conference - upcoming soon, 25 March in Belgrade!
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-17
POV: you pay in btc/your fav currency, upload everything at once and forget about the paperwork as we deliver you the premium bank account opening service three weeks later
> forget waiting for our answer, order everything at once at your convenient time
> liberation.services
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-16
vote for me & Liberland please at bwiga.com 🌸
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-16
Liberland Nominated for "Most Blockchain Friendly Country" at BWiGA!
On March 25, the Free Republic of Liberland is heading to the Belgrade Web3 and iGaming Awards (BWiGA) at the iconic Kula Tower, Belgrade Waterfront.
We are incredibly proud to be nominated for The Most Blockchain Friendly Country. This recognition reflects our ongoing mission since 2015 to build a true jurisdiction for the blockchain era—featuring Bitcoin in our national reserve, DAO-structured governance, and public infrastructure running entirely on-chain.
Liberland on the Main Stage: Beyond the nomination, our representative Samuela Davidova will take the stage to moderate one of the event's most critical conversations: the Trends 2026 panel on crypto regulation.
Connect with Us: If you are attending BWiGA, come find Samuela! Let’s discuss what a blockchain-friendly country actually looks like in practice and how we are building the future of decentralized governance together.
Date: March 25, 2026
Location: Kula Tower, Belgrade Waterfront
Register and learn more: bwiga.com
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-16
the highest tax you pay is not income tax.
it is having your entire personal financial life dependent on one institution in one country that can make one decision and stop you in your tracks.
account flagged. transfer blocked. letter asking for an address you no longer have.
i have watched this happen to smart, successful people who never saw it coming. not because they were careless. because they assumed the default was fine.
the default is one bank, one country, one point of failure.
we open TBC Concept 360 personal accounts remotely for our clients. traditional georgian bank. FTSE 250 on the london stock exchange. personal banker. your non-EU address accepted. cards by courier anywhere in the world.
3 weeks.
one document to sign.
we handle everything else and get your bank account in Georgia 🇬🇪 opened remotely while you have the full ownership.
sounds interesting?
[email protected]
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-16
The next trillion-dollar economy might not include humans.
It will be AI paying AI. But how?
AI agents are about to outnumber humans in financial transactions.
And it exposes a problem most people haven’t noticed.
AI can’t open bank accounts.
Banks require human-centric onboarding:
• KYC
• Identity verification
• Legal personhood
But autonomous AI agents have none of those.
Which leaves them to Crypto.
• No identity and paperwork
That’s why many believe the first large-scale machine will run on blockchains.
• AI → AI transactions
• Agents paying agents
• Software hiring software
Stablecoins like USDC and L2 networks makes these payments instant and programmable.
--
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Samuela Davidová
2026-03-13
€13 per month.
I keep writing this number and people keep assuming I am rounding or leaving something out. I am not.
TBC Concept 360, a Georgian 🇬🇪 banking, for non-residents costs 500 GEL per year. At current rates that is approximately €13 per month when paid annually. That is the ongoing cost of the card after our one-time opening service.
For that €13 you get 30 free airport lounge visits per year with 4 free guests per visit. If you travel with a partner that is 15 trips together, both in the lounge, every year. You get unlimited lounge access if your monthly spending exceeds €1,564. You get Turkish Airlines Miles and Smiles miles credited daily, with travel purchases earning 30% of the transaction amount in miles. You get 50% Bolt discount at airports in Tbilisi, Berlin, Munich, Paris, London, Prague, Zurich, Madrid, Barcelona, Budapest, and Baku. You get 30GB data roaming for Europe and Turkey every year. You get up to 180 days international travel insurance annually. You get FastTrack at airports. You get a 24/7 VISA Concierge via Telegram. You get a personal banker, a human being, your direct contact.
And across everything you spend anywhere in the world, you earn up to 2.1% real cashback. Not points. Not credits toward things you will never buy. Cashback.
This is not a fintech promotion that disappears when the startup runs out of runway. This is a benefit structure from a traditional, publicly listed Georgian bank, a FTSE 250 constituent on the London Stock Exchange, with decades of operating history. The institution behind it is real.
A Priority Pass standalone membership costs €350-500 per year just for lounges. This card is €156 per year and includes everything else I just listed.
The math is not complicated. Most people just have not heard of this bank because it does not advertise in Europe.
We open it remotely. You sign one document, send a passport scan, fill in a short form. We handle everything in Georgia. Your banker contacts you in 2-3 weeks. Cards shipped anywhere in the world.
If you have been paying €30 a month for a premium card that delivers a fraction of this, or nothing at all for a fintech that calls itself premium, drop me a message. I will tell you exactly what the process looks like for your situation.
text us at [email protected] or get it yourself directly at liberation.services
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-13
you can't grow big with expert partners
respect to Marina Rioni taking over the anniversary organization 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-12
🚀 Happy to announce a big collaboration with Liberland — the freest country in the world!
Global Crypto Club is taking care of organizing the 11th Liberland Anniversary celebration, bringing together founders, investors, builders and freedom-minded leaders from around the world.
See you 10-13 of April in Apatin, Serbia! 🕊️
Discover more:
https://lnkd.in/dkZfAnCT
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-12
gm gm
https://lnkd.in/dzEtXm3P
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-11
I admit - I give it up
I give up having everything in place
I give up having everything organized
I give up having 100% oversight
I give up doing everything perfectly
I give up knowing everything that's going on in the projects I'm engaged in
few months ago I gave up on own desire to
*run an extra mile
*understand everything
*deliver at 10/10
look, it might feed the ego
but I realized I wanna ship more
less 'perfection' (there's no perfection anyway)
why?
1/ no one really cares
2/ there's not any objective 'standard'
3/ even if I delivered at 6/10 it will be above the average by far
it doesn't mean to not to do
contrarily, it enables me to test more, try more, ship more and then evaluate
kill fast what doesn't work
and double down on what I want
execute more
micromanage less
delegate more, free up hands
get out of the ops
more sales, more contact with people, more solving problems of others, more partnerships
now I see more issues, more limitations, but also more opportunities
I move much faster not by working more, but purely testing more
more creativity, more different stuff, more testing
what I already did once and worked can be reproduced >>> delegated
now I can do more of the new, of the unique
evaluate
kill or delegate
I wanna do more high end, more leadership, more elite events presence + authentic The Freeist book & online presence + diversification services based on unique contact of me w likeminded clients who want MY authentic experience access.
resonates?
hit me up
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-11
see you in montenegro soon at Balkans Crypto!
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-10
What does a country look like when politicians can't just vote themselves more power?
Liberland is going to Montenegro to show exactly that.
President Vít Jedlička will take the keynote stage at Balkans Crypto 2026 to show how a real country runs on blockchain. Governance as a DAO. Bitcoin-backed reserves. Public services without bureaucracy. Not a concept. A functioning state.
Our representative Samuela Davidova joins a panel on digital sovereignty and decentralized economies, bringing Liberland's on-the-ground experience to Southeast Europe's biggest Web3 stage.
2,000 attendees. 60+ speakers. Two days on the Adriatic coast.
Get your ticket at balkanscrypto.com and use code LIBERLAND20 for 20% off.
Come meet us in person. May 16–17, Hotel Splendid, Montenegro.
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-10
We're launching the VNTR Club Chapter in Miami this week!
The strength of our community has always rested on the quality of people. Across 40+ chapters worldwide, what makes our events different is the curation — bringing together people who are genuinely ready for collaboration, co-investment, and mutual support.
We've put together a full agenda for Miami's investor landscape this week.
The centrepiece is our Investor Party on March 18 — an intimate cocktail gathering as we close out SuperReturn North America. In 3 days of panels, pitches, and back-to-back meetings — this is the room where investors finally exhale. VCs, family offices, business angels, and crypto investors, all in one place, off the record. Good drinks, real conversations, and the deals that start when the conference ends.
Register here: https://luma.com/x3peyms2
See the full agenda below and reach out if you'd like to join any of our other gatherings this week. Would love to connect 🤝🏻
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-08
I am woman and it's beautiful.
You're likely aware I hold Ayn Rand's objectivist perspective on priding with results based on our effort. I indeed subscribe to it. Yet, that doesn't stop me from sharing some gratitude to being born a woman:
I put no effort into being a woman, however:
*I brought effort becoming feminine, soft - simply, what's natural to me, yet it requires intention, a lot of inner work and patience
*I learned to interact with people in a way that made me never feel any doubt about my professional capacity disregarding the gender
*I had to learn to take from the world what I want - I had to upgrade myself, learn what is it I want and need, and learn to ask for it at the right people. Likely sounding super basic but it's far from obvious and it took me several years.
*As a woman I learned to deeply respect, appreciate and understand men [still learning...]. Now, I feel incredibly safe and protected in the world.
*I also learned to value, love and appreciate women, and celebrate women circles and the energy we get when we're around each other. How much we can support each other.
I feel grateful for being born as a woman.
I feel celebrated, supported and loved. I believe that is based on my effort and interaction with the world. It's based on whom I became. And I love the potential of every woman is to become the way I feel today. It's really rewarding and I wish I could appreciate this in the past the way I do today, too. It's never late.
'It's a man's world
But it would be nothing
Nothing without a woman'
♥️
happy 8th march
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-07
I experience so much every day but it doesn’t drain me.
Years ago I’d feel exhausted, out of energy in the middle of the day.
Today I feel energized by my activities, bullish yet calm.
The difference?
Before I did things I didn’t want to do + I hold myself back, performing at 50-70%. I’d overgive energy where I didn’t want to but felt obliged to. ‘I should’.
Now I don’t do things I don’t want to do at all - I’m not scared to offend sb or make sb else angry about it. I don’t feel shame for choosing such activities I want to STAR ⭐️ at and eliminate the rest. That compounds makes me feel rewarded over and over again, I experience joy from improving in the areas important to me.
I have days full of what I like to do, I’m looking forward to. And I wanna go 100%: both quality sleep, as well as quality work. Quality rest, quality relationships. A lot of stuff but mindful, not rushed, not tense.
I don’t ‘have to’. I choose to. That doesn’t mean I don’t struggle. Contrarly I stopped avoiding fear, sadness, anger. I allow everything without hesitation. As a result it feels more alive, more true. I can observe the tendencies and reverse engineer.
When I suppressed them I had no chance of spotting them - I acted in ways I didn’t want to but I didn’t feel my resentment, my anger. Now I feel what doesn’t work for me, and I use that anger as energy to acquire what I want. I change the direction, but I wouldn’t be able to do so if I’d punish myself for that anger in the first place and the rationalized why ‘it’s not so terrible’.
All the rationalization took away energy.
I was suppressing myself in the first place though. No one else - myself internally. I didn’t want to see myself in expressions that aren’t popular in the society, or might be even punished.
But who else show ‘allow myself’ to feel everything than me?
Censorship of inner perceptions, of own feelings, disowning of one’s sentiment is disowning of oneself. It’s the hardest punishment resulting in enstrangening oneself from oneself. It’s the withdrawal from reality.
Such a self punishment (from being true to oneself) is a defense to avoid someone else punishing ourselves. It makes sense, but what frightens me more than a stranger coming and shaming me is myself to make myself foreign to myself.
My activities don’t drain me because they reflect whom I want to become, but in contact with myself. It doesn’t feel like acquiring a personality but rather through exploring the possibilities of the world to take what fits the best to myself. What makes me feel like ‘I’m at my place’, this has been meant for me. Embodying it, I feel true to myself.
Most likely there are different angles of self we can embody - and such a self exploration through contact with the world feels one of the most rewarding and pleasurable experiences in my life.
It makes me remind myself that my meaning of life is living as the end in itself. And, self expansion, which includes one’s mind.
/ The Freeist 📈
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-07
it feels like a past life I didn't appreciate.
I was so directed on the future I totally disregarded everything that formed me:
*acting and fashion shows since I was 6yo (yes)
*event & conference management freelancing & film production assistance since ~ 2015
*film production studies at Film Academy of Performing Arts in Prague for one year at international faculty
*PR agency work and extensive writing there
*my time in IT and serious interest in cybersecurity, and the many nights spent at NTK - National Library of Technology, along with IT management studies at Prague University of Economics and Business with focus on cybersecurity & AI as a second specialisation
*studies of Media, propaganda & marketing at Charles University
but also
*having two bands when I was 16
*traveling alone since I've been 16 too [it started with my model work in Vienna]
*endless curiosity for life exploration I successfully got thanks to my grandpa :)
*my closest people but also my high capacity for solitude
*the many people who believed in me and gave me a chance very early on
Yes, today I write my book The Freeist, coming up with my own philosophy. I build and represent the freest country in the world and the space program I initiated keeps doing its thing - we are part of the first ever private mission on asteroid.
I am heading forward but I also harvest - I couldn't get at this perspective of the world if I wouldn't go through everything that was in the past.
Finally I feel like I am truly dropping that inner judgment I had for my past self.
I thought - why I wasn't better?
No, no.. I did damn well.
I feel crazy grateful I've ever found power to move forward this strong.
I wish you recover this weekend and get this power yourself for the upcoming week.
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-06
20 October 2024 in Dubai: *this niche will be cool for me in my 40's*
me in 2026 finishing my book on broadening individual freedom The Freeist being just 30 yo 👀
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-06
The biggest enemy of the government aren’t protesting people.
In most cases citizens don’t have any true power over the government, there are a very few places in the world where that’s not the case. (Mind that.)
The biggest enemies aren’t those validating state’s legitimacy, confirming it through fighting it.
The biggest enemies are those mindful of the state being a social construct, regarding it as such, and disregarding it altogether; minding own business, building it, being diversified without the middleman controlling own identity, work, resources and life.
They don’t fight it, they pack and leave without thinking twice. Having home in one’s heart, investing into social ties and themselves instead of promises of those not even knowing your name.
Having touch with the reality and accepting it, instead of handing over self responsibility and decisions about one’s life.
They are sovereign individuals and there’s no way they’d somehow ‘go back’ to the fabricated lifestyle with false importances, wasted attention, informational noise.
Instead of following what one ‘should bring attention to’, they create value and build themselves up.
They are the biggest enemies because they don’t care. The system is so irrelevant to them they only interact with it to the degree necessary, but don’t waste any extra energy on it, because their life matters more to them than external events of no relevance to their true core.
/ this would be a good The Freeist manifesto
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-06
"The fact that you were born somewhere doesn't mean that you have signed all these contracts to pay taxes there forever." he said.
Man, you're one of the biggest and bravest inspirations to me in the world, and I couldn't be more grateful than to share the vision & work with YOU.
Thank you for your vision and leadership.
I respect you, Vit Jedlicka.
Watch Vit's recent interview here https://lnkd.in/dVZDnTeR
it got 240k views in just 6 days, crazy :)
90 minutes of inspiration.
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-05
'why do europeans get bank accounts in Georgia 🇬🇪???'
having european passport one might think - well there are plenty of solutions on their market, what's the matter?
yet, our clients (95% EU citizens) want to have a premium banking outside the EU and it makes sense:
1/ diversification among different jurisdictions - many clients want to be diversified outside the EU, but getting a bank account somewhere without the presence is almost impossible.
2/ premium benefits - airport lounges, fast track, personal banker but mainly super functional banking where everything is organized remotely... man, it hits different
3/ remote onboarding & smooth process - we make the process for our clients completely flawless. Forget the friction, running to notary, apostille, printing out documents, waiting for months just to send us the documents, ordering couriers etc. you order today, in ~ 3 work weeks we text your account is ready and the banker connects with you. We don't have any access to your account - everything is built with the security principles in mind. Who else, than Pavol Luptak running his cybersecurity company & my background to think about such details.
and some other details like payment in your favorite currency, incl xmr, btc or zcash available :)
sounds hot?
get yours at https://lnkd.in/dt_ezGg6 now
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-05
congratulate me to 15 500 followers
Thank you all who share the value of freedom and self-responsibility. I feel blessed to be surrounded by you, at least in this digital form.
Thank you all of you who care, I value you.
Thank you all who support me and my encounters.
Thank you those who come over to me and meet me in person.
Only in contact with others we actualize ourselves in new ways we couldn't reach on our own.
Samuela
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-05
the highest tax you pay is the amount of attention and energy you invest into the government and not into yourself
choose such places where you can grow yourself
/ be The Freeist
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-05
whatever the governmental system
the less it's informationally noisy for you, the better
the less you care about them, and the more you can care about your life and actualizing it, the better
choose such a territory (whatever name of territory) fitting your LIFE
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-05
self-confirmation of inner validity is built in contact with others
[from collection of my contraintuitive perceptions]
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-04
☑️ speaking in Prague on The Freeist - 2 June @ eccentric bar - members-only private high-end spot
happy to bring it together, finally. I've been postponing this one for a while - hope to have the book ready by then 😈
coming to Female Leaders Summit (https://lnkd.in/dsrSZ-yU) for the 4th June - will join the panel on something like women in politics / regulations, and... I have to figure out a topic for keynote as well, because the topic of the freeist / broadening individual freedom is a big one and it was really interesting to the organizer!
I feel like the whole world is behind my back, go go, take it and actualize it :)
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-04
we're so focused on the freedom on the governmental level
we talk about all these 'news worthy' stuff like rights here and there, voting, elections, democracy or not
bla bla bla
so much informational noise that makes around zero difference on the individual level and we can influence around *not at all* compared to voting with one's feet
it's much more comfortable to complain
much harder to go and choose the place that actually supports my needs RIGHT NOW
not next election cycle if I pray sufficiently
now.
go actualize your life
/ day 28 of writing my book The Freeist on broadening individual freedom
~ today I noted several new upcoming chapters to write
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-04
Pavol Luptak enables you to pay for your premium bank account opening service in your favorite currency - be it btc, monero or stable coins
but that's not the mindblowing thing...
what comes after your payment is a fully automated, digitalized processing of your information - forget printing out the power of attorney and signing it at the reception.
Pavol automized the whole process.
AI asks you the needed questions.
Everything fills out automatically.
Creates a chat with Pavol, me & my assistant.
We start processing the documents.
You sit back and mind your business while we do the paperwork.
We keep you posted about the process.
2-3 weeks and you read "your bank account was open" from us
THIS is how services should operate, removing the BS.
Welcome to the future.
Diversify yourself now.
Go to liberation.services
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-04
I saw this visualisation last week and it genuinely changed how I think about where we are with AI...
Each dot represents 3.2 million people.
2,500 dots for 8.1 billion humans.
The colour shows the most advanced AI interaction that person has ever had.
Look at all that grey. That's 6.8 billion people who have never used AI. Ever. In any form.
The green strip at the bottom? 1.3 billion free chatbot users.
The tiny yellow sliver? The 15-25 million who actually pay for it.
And that single red dot you can barely see? That's the 2-5 million people using AI for coding and development.
I spend too much time on Twitter convincing myself the whole world has lapped me with their AI knowledge....a new model drops every day. Someone automated their entire company overnight. A 19 year old shipped a startup from their bedroom...
Then I show some simple AI tool to a mate from my small hometown and they react like I've just shown them fire for the first time.
They had no idea any of this existed.
And that's most people.
Most people on earth have absolutely no idea what AI can do right now. They haven't tried it. They haven't seen it. They don't know that you can talk to a computer and have it reason, write, build, and think alongside you.
The average person's understanding of AI is still "that thing that makes weird pictures" or "the robot that writes essays for students."
They have no concept of agents, automations, coding assistants, or anything close to what's actually happening.
82% of American businesses still aren't using AI for anything.
Only 4% have mature AI capabilities.
78% of executives say it's moving too fast for their teams to keep up.
So when people ask me "how do I get into AI" or "how do I catch up" - the answer is almost laughably simple.
Pay for one AI tool. Use it every day for a month.
Read one book about it.
Watch one long explainer video.
That's enough to put you in the top 1% of AI knowledge on planet earth.
You don't need a computer science degree. You don't need to understand transformer architecture. You just need to lean in and get your teams to lean in!
We are so so so early!
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-04
V Liberation Travel sa posúvame do digitálneho veku a maximálne všetko automatizujeme:
Spustili sme nový web v 5 jazykoch https://lnkd.in/diwGpFbn, kde si môžete zakúpit naše služby.
Momentálne ponúkame otvorenie gruzínskeho prémiového bankového účtu TBC Concept v TBC bank a non-CRS kirgizského účtu. Pre všetky objednávky cez náš e-shop obnovujeme akciu z minulého roka - ročné predplatné VISA Infinite v cene 150 USD/EUR a základny vklad 150 USD/EUR!
Platiť je možné Bitcoin Onchain, Bitcoin Lightning, stablecoinami nad všetkými chainami, Monerom, ZCashom aj ETH.
Ku každej objednávke dostanete automaticky faktúru (od Zaprite alebo App.Request.Finance).
Príprava všetkých potrebných splnomocnení je online plne automatická a zaberie vám maximálne 5 minút.
Náš automatizovaný CRM systém na základe údajov vášho pasu pripraví všetky potrebné splnomocnenia, ktoré online podpíšete a ktoré sa pošlú cez Signál našim kolegom v Gruzínsku a Kirgisku, ktorí zabezpečia legalizáciu/apostil splnomocnenia a otvorenie účtu v najkratšom možnom čase.
CRM systém automaticky vygeneruje zásielku pre Zasilkovnu/Packetu v prípade klientov v Strednej Európe, a DHL zásielku pre všetkých ostatných klientov.
Bezpečnosť a ochrana súkromia:
1. Neukladáme žiadne citlivé dokumenty zákazníka (ako pas), ktoré sa po spracovaní automaticky len posielajú kolegom cez Signal a na serveri sa zmažú.
2. Databáza všetkých našich zákaznikov je kompletne šifrovaná na aplikačnej úrovni (reštart služby vyžaduje zadanie silnej heslovej frázy).
3. Každý klient si môže nastaviť 2FA vrátane bezpečného PassKeys.
4. Zdrojový kód aplikácie prešiel viacerými auditmi.
Najbližšie týždne spúšťame eshop a CRM systém na prechodné a trvalé rezidencie v Paraguaji, Uruguaji a v Paname, ktorý bude zahrňovať automatizovanú analýzu dokumentov, overovanie apostilov, prípravu splnomocnení, informovanie zákaznikov o schválení ich prechodnej/trvalej rezidencie, vydaní ich cedul, plus bude generovať automatizované notifikácie potrebných povinných návštev krajiny. Plus komunikáciu s našim AI botom (cez Signal), ktorý má naštudované celú našu knowledge-base, informácie vo wiki, blogoch.
Cieľom je úplne odľahčiť našich klientov od akejkoľvek byrokracie, aby čokoľvek bolo možné spraviť a manažovať online.
Oceníme akúkoľvek spätnú väzbu.
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-03
this
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-02
I did a 40 hr and then a 70 hr social media fast.
I’ve come to believe that social media is pollution.
Not a vice or guilty pleasure.
It’s closer to water toxins, air pollution and microplastics.
Social media has been on my mind because I can feel how bad it is for me. For my health and agency. I am a professional rejuvenation athlete. For five years, I’ve engineered my life around biological renewal and the elimination of decay. After hundreds of experiments across food, sleep, exercise, therapies, and toxins, I’ve developed both data and intuition about what strengthens or degrades my system.
I can viscerally feel that social media is bad for me. It erodes my autonomy and increases cognitive entropy.
Like other toxins, it accumulates. You can’t unsee or unfeel what you’ve consumed. It settles into mental tissue like heavy metals, producing chronic low-grade inflammation. Evidence suggests even after you stop scrolling, attentional fragmentation and emotional priming persist. Your thoughts begin to mirror the algorithm’s incentives. Independent cognition quietly erodes and you don’t notice the loss.
Time away and getting lost in deep focus is the only remedy.
When something erodes your agency, the rational response is elimination. The problem is, elimination isn’t realistic. “Just put the phone down” is as practical as telling someone in 19th century London to stop breathing coal smoke.
You need to know what’s happening in the world, be in touch with your friends and be part of the tribe.
That necessity is what allows companies to harvest your emotions, intellect and time for their profit. You are their raw material they exploit. Then in an ironic twist, the system gets you to exploit yourself by engineering an environment where it takes more effort to stop than to continue scrolling. Pollution exposure by default.
What specifically makes social media toxic is that value and poison are inseparable by design. You go to hear from friends and you leave an hour later absorbed in outrage that serves no biological interest of yours. The water is real. The lead is in the pipes.
The performance metrics (likes, views, etc.) bleed you of independent thought. They create quantified social proof, triggering ancient hierarchy reflexes. You no longer evaluate signal from noise; the engagement metrics do it for you.
Like all toxins, the damage is cumulative. We live inside the exposure long enough that it feels normal. The 40 and 70 hour social media fasts did that for me. Gave me just enough separation to feel and diagnose the poison. The obviousness of it feels like when I went to India and saw their humanitarian crisis of air pollution which no one sees anymore.
So what do we do?
(continued in comments)
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-02
day 26 of writing The Freeist - my book on broadening individual freedom
☑️ rebranded my X
[will write later hopefully but... Monday 📈]
Samuela Davidová
2026-03-02
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Samuela Davidová
2026-02-28
I have never met a person who regretted having an extra bank account.
I have met dozens who regretted not having one.
The ones who regretted it all had the same story in different languages. Dutch, German, French, sometimes English. The details varied but the shape was identical. They had one banking relationship, in one country, and that country or that bank made a decision that affected their entire financial life overnight.
None of them saw it coming. All of them had been meaning to diversify for months or years before it happened.
The window to do this well is before any of that. When there is no urgency. When you can be thoughtful and choose the right institution rather than the fastest available one.
That window is open right now.
We open TBC Concept 360 accounts remotely. Traditional Georgian bank. Publicly listed on the London Stock Exchange and a constituent of the FTSE 250. Personal banker. 30 lounge visits. 2.1% global cashback. Your non-EU address accepted. Cards couriered anywhere in the world.
3 weeks. Two documents to sign. We handle everything else.
Forget the paperwork.
Contact us now at [email protected] for a flawless experience.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-27
He just made the back-and-forth administration completely IRRELEVANT.
My business partner Pavol Luptak made the service of remote premium bank account opening process even more flawless for our clients.
While we
*handle the documents
*notarize them
*apostille them
*ship them
*pick them up
*translate them
*notarize the translation 😄
*arrange the bank visit
*come to the bank
*fill out the paperwork
*sign the paperwork
*and more paperwork
our clients only make the request for the bank account diversification, pay & send over the information without the necessity to await any human being.
AI sends us filled out two documents needed on behalf of the client.
That's it.
From now on, our clients can sit back, mind their business and await the
*your bank account has been opened, your banker will contact you to finish the authorization remotely and initiate the card shipping* message 2-3 weeks later from my assistant.
Getting a traditional premium banking for diversification is a rare thing in the world and used to involve insane bureaucracy and papers and more papers.
We remove the headache.
Want it?
Text us at info at liberation.travel
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-26
see you at Balkans Crypto this year in Montenegro 16-17 May 👋🏻
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-26
Day 22 of writing my book The Freeist on Broadening individual freedom.
Today I wrote about (not) fighting the status quo - and that it's not black and white (either we oppose it or we are inactive), and why it's easier to fight external big structures than to actualize own life:
"Realistically, most of us cannot change what's happening in the world, though we can act within our own lives; and that can have a real impact. Perhaps that's part of what makes it so uncomfortable: it's easier to fixate on events beyond our control than to face the consequences of our own actions, or inactions, in our own life."
I added more taoist yet anarchist / voluntarist perspective, but it applies to the psychological games too:
"But, the most resentful thing is that we play according to the rules of the game that was created by someone we disagree with, we actually comply with the game, we feed it with our attention and energy. That gives it legitimacy. The game with no other player isn’t legitimate, it ceases to exist because it becomes irrelevant."
and some lovely motivational / confirming perspective:
"The best way to improve the world is to actualize one's own life. To shape it deliberately, the way one truly wants. That alone is a strong enough foundation to expand from and grow beyond."
Today I advanced by 12 pages, which is the most per day I wrote since I started this challenge. I felt like writing since I got up - my brain produced great ideas.
I feel more energy in the body and drive to improve my business related to bank account opening and georgian-related opportunism. I will work on that today - send some materials to my business partner. Meanwhile, he vibe codes the onboarding process for the clients so it will be fully automated and literally zero friction to them, reducing the communication to near zero.
I want to push the marketing side of things and more sales. I want money. 😄
Also I already planned a call for tomorrow in the UAE with one potential business partner who focuses on investment related residencies & citizenships. Superbe. He reached out himself first. :)
I remembered my recent discussion with my colleague and I think he was right: the economic pie of diversification, of individual freedom, is still too small. There are plenty of people promoting citizenship diversification, while at the same time, most of them copy one of the two styles: either fear-based (which makes sense), or it's a traditional setup like move to Switzerland.
To be said I understand I will likely go a way of partnering with providers in the future and providing such services for people as well.
One of the moving things for me to communicate the issue differently was that I understood there are plenty of opportunities available to us. However, there are the limiting inner forces. It's not that we wouldn't have opportunities, it's that we don't act on them. That's why I spent the last three years studying what holds us back.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-25
👀
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-25
having the most beautiful passport
Liberland ♥️
/ throwback to dubai
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-25
Openly crypto-friendly country that doesn’t constrain which currency you use?
Reserve in Bitcoin?
You hear it right.
Building the freest country on earth requires voluntarism; letting people choose their currency freely. We’re here to make that real.
Does this feel like the future you want to build?
Then join us at our upcoming Anniversary.
There will be 399 people like you. Zero normies.
That’s the crowd you want and we’re glad to have YOU.
10-13 April
anniversary.liberland.org
Only 400 seats. Zero normies.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-25
see you in May in Montenegro 🇲🇪 🔥
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-24
One year ago I fell in love.
Helplessly.
I've been living Bali life, second month almost over. No travels, no hustle, no networkings, no conferences, no speeches.
Morning posture training, protein breakfast, another mobility classes, sauna, cold plunge, more healthy food, work, pool, work, meditation, sauna, cold plunge, sauna, cold plunge, sunset, tea, night ride, sleep. Repeat.
And then Vit Jedlicka texts me.
I protested a bit, but...
Four days later I'm taking a plane to a new location to me.
I was supposed to stay for two nights but I had to prolong, because...
I just couldn't.
I went to Hong Kong.
I happened to speak at Evan Luthra's KOL Capital event & collected the reward;
Met some of the smartest people in my life and spent far too much time at Soho House Hong Kong;
First time ever met H.E. Justin Sun at the HTX event.
After a very long time I felt crazy excited about a place.
And if you really ask me - if money was no question, this would be my place to be. Hong Kong feels incredibly raw, true, alive, with a great access to many inspiring people. I feel a deep respect for the place.
Looking forward to be back for WikiEXPO in July ❤️
Weird to be maybe this sentimental, but do you have any such place on earth you were like *wow*?
[I still think Georgia is a great place for home! 😄 ]
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-19
hello dubai 🇦🇪 see you @ Future Finance Summit 21 april 😈
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-19
I dont have any social media on my phone (incl Linkedin). Joining the fast this Friday to Monday and I recommend you the same.
on top, if you wanna go to nature on saturday in tbilisi, hit me up
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-17
I completed a 40 hr social media fast.
It’s the longest I’ve been off in years.
What I noticed:
> calmed nervous system
> improved sleep
> improved exercise performance
> boosted mental clarity
> better mood
> greater presence
In short, a powerful longevity therapy. Exactly what the evidence predicts.
The time away showed me that social media has similar effects on my body and mind as junk food.
Watching myself detox from social media, the pattern reminded me of overcoming a food addiction. There was a time in my life where food dominated my cognition: the anticipation, reward, guilt…on repeat. And no matter how hard I tried, it felt impossible to stop.
I eventually fired Evening Bryan, the version of me who overate between 5-10 pm. He couldn’t eat food, no matter the situation. That single intervention collapsed the vicious cycle I was in and allowed me to build systems to avoid overeating entirely. Now I never think about food or have to experience the crushing guilt, shame and regret of unwanted behaviors.
This 40 hour social media break revealed similar patterns that I knew existed but allowed me to experience.
I was unaware of how much cognitive space social media was occupying by checking the timeline, comments and post performance. The role it played in “I have nothing to do and so I may as well check in…”
The same loops I saw with self-destructive food habits.
The vast majority of social media is junk food. The timeline and comments are flooded with rage, meanness, and slop. Terribly unhealthy for anyone.
It makes me grateful for the few voices who are genuinely positive and constructive in their presence.
I’m going to continue with the weekly social media fast and invite you to do it with me. Every Friday 7 pm through Sunday 7 am.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-15
Day 11 of writing my book The Freeist on broadening individual freedom
I still write the first part about what holds us back and basically about our beliefs that block us from embracing the opportunities we have.
Today I covered the intentional friendships in adulthood. I’ve been talking and thinking about the topic soooo much over the last years, it’s my favorite one.
However, somehow, it felt hard to formulate my thoughts today. I will likely have to rewrite the chapter or expand it tomorrow.
Also I noted down for the upcoming week to update my site and add just the option to subscribe for once the book will be out, to slowly get people in one place.
Honestly, I think I simply got tired: this week I had intense time in Dubai, and a lot of work before and after, the film with me out at DW with plenty of people texting me, and trying to figure out anew (again) how to align my time and focus.
However, today was a good day. I made a reflection on the last week and my yearly objectives, had a slow morning, and some warm encounters. I feel gratitude for my friends being back in the town as I’ve missed them. I’m so accustomed to spending time alone, I deeply value likeminded people. It’s beautiful to enjoy both. However last week I somewhat missed exactly that - closer connection.
Another day of feeling deep gratitude for myself and my life.
For the upcoming week I’ll try to write slightly more than the past week - let’s see how it goes. At the same time, I don’t want to pressure myself, however, more progress would be great too.
Fingers crossed.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-15
Don’t care about the average if you’re not the average.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-15
Your effort today compounds.
What will you thank yourself for in a year that you did today?
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-15
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Liberland’s 11th Anniversary
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-15
Liberland sent me to speak at panel ‘women in fintech’ in Dubai.
What could go wrong?
🤷🏻♀️
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-14
Day 10 of writing The Freeist - my book about broadening individual freedom.
Today I was reminded again of the value of connection with likeminded people. I had a great discussion and that was a refreshing inspiration - better than being just in one’s own thoughts.
First, it broadened my perspective of new angles;
Second, it refreshed my hope and belief in likeminded people not so far around. I’ve put a lot of effort into access to people who match my values: often times I have to take a plane and travel for hours to get some new perspectives and inspiration around. Maybe, I oversee what I already have nearby. Maybe it’s myself who unconsciously holds myself back and alters own perception in some way. I don’t know - I’m human though :)
Anyway it made me write about validity of own judgment, slightly connected to the societal expectations. Writing made me reflect and understood that likely the motivation beneath is to feel belonging somewhere - while if we fulfill that, we might be more encouraged to follow own judgment and trust it as it being sufficient.
Of course, after reading most books of Nathaniel Branden on self esteem I understand the complexity and how that influences that fundamentally too - own sense of worthiness for life and rightness. So, sense of belonging is in the end just one of the needs.
I believe there are usually several blockers - some related to the initial position (say, ‘lower’) and one related to the ‘upper one’, why we are not where we want to be. And, identifying the complexity, acknowledging that, might be very lengthy for many layers.
At the same time bringing as many options to the awareness as possible should partially loosen the tension. So, I cannot give the recipe for life or freedom, but I can point out to such places that make one question one’s life and make it, at least, more fulfilling.
Tomorrow I would love to write likely about making intentional surroundings (human, primarily, but maybe I’ll touch things too, let’s see).
Go. ♥️
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-14
Cool being 101. What a number on the global level.
Smells like I need to grow my LinkedIn even more. Good motivation.
Go
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-14
These 200 women are not “the future of fintech”.
They are already running it.
Across digital assets, regulation, payments, inclusion, and Web3, they do not wait for a seat at the table.
They design the table, set the agenda, and move the industry forward.
You see it in leaders like Paroma Chatterjee and Dr. Efi Pylarinou, who shape fintech strategy and discourse at global level.
They influence how markets grow, how capital flows, and how talent sees opportunity.
You see it in community builders like Nicole Casperson and Ayumi Moore Aoki, who turn lone voices into movements.
They create spaces where women find role models, sponsors, and real visibility.
You see it in investors and institutional pioneers like Catherine Wood and Caitlin Long, who take risk where many hesitate.
They turn new asset classes into structured, investable products.
You see it in operators like Miriam Wohlfarth and Sandra Mianda, who rebuild core payment rails and embedded finance.
They focus on infrastructure, not noise, and make innovation usable at scale.
You see it in policy and governance shapers like Mariana Lisboa and Caroline D. Pham, who work at the edge of law and code.
They know that without clear rules, adoption stalls and trust breaks.
You see it in impact-led voices like Theodora Lau and Lavinia D. Osbourne, who link fintech to purpose, education, and access.
They keep inclusion at the center of the conversation, not as a footnote.
You see it in exchange leaders like Gracy Chen and Vivien Lin, who lead platforms used by millions.
They bridge retail and institutional worlds in real time.
Two hundred names is not a quota.
It is proof of a quiet reality: diverse leadership is already core to fintech and Web3.
Who else would you add to this map of women who are not waiting for the future of finance, because they are already building it today?
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-13
22.43 - day 9 of writing The Freeist - my book about broadening individual freedom
Today I wrote a small chapter on freedom from norms. I already had a good speech in Prague some 3.5 years ago on ‘being normal’ and how harmful it is. I recall how impactful that was for some. It was a bit difficult for me to meet with the vulnerable reaction of some people, but tldr ‘this is what I needed to hear’.
Now, years later, I know much more about psychology and I understand we are all very similar… well, we are all human.
I was postponing the writing a bit, I had a bit mixed feelings. Despite a great morning with a cabriolet ride, I finally understood the DW documentary is a new extended one about Liberland and me - and it’s crazy. People don’t know what to comment on so they write things like ‘is her degree also from Liberland?’ - ‘no, it’s photoshopped’.
What?
You know, with publicity the best thing is just to not read the reactions (some socialist popcorn read is at the French version on YouTube on the Arte tv documentary from last year).
I believe that OUR people will always find us - and k have this repeatedly confirmed every day, having good people around me matching my values.
But you see - I have haters too. At first I didn’t feel anything about it - even about the fact of being screened several times at DW this week. With the time today somehow it made me a bit sad some people have the necessity to just comment some trash.
At the same time, I understand, that’s our nature. The worse thing is that they treat themselves even worse - and in the word is just their own reflection.
But… I still want to be influential and popular, because I see the positive impact my mindset has had.
Well, glad to be writing!
See you tomorrow at my daily check.
With love
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-13
🌍 Liberland – Crypto paradise or libertarian illusion?
A new DW Documentary takes a deep look into Liberland — a bold experiment in freedom, blockchain governance, and voluntary taxation.
🎥 Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/dR5NMs6X
Is it a vision of the future… or a controversial challenge to traditional borders? 🤔
This documentary explores the people, ideas, and debates behind one of the most discussed libertarian projects in the world.
Liberland Samuela Davidova
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-13
god bless me 👸🏻
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-13
having now 43min of documentary with me a few times live this week at DW
got messages from people from all around the world
now getting popcorn to read some yt comments too and telling you - guys, if you become visible... dont really read the comments okay?
Europe is cooked with the socialist mindset, I am sorry.
the hate it massive but I understand it has nothing to do with me but with people's own worldview - and that's really scary, sorry not sorry
love places where people like to grow and innovate
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-13
see you in belgrade soon!
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-13
I don’t know how closely you’re watching AI updates but the last week or two has been a tornado. Claud 4.6 isn’t smart, it’s a genius. Agent “swarms”, Claude code, million word context window, done-for-you workflows… we are at a point where AI is indistinguishable from being a really smart coworker with hundreds of PHds and a sassy sense of humour.
Your way of working is over. The stuff that used to be valuable is free. The stuff that used to be rare is available 24/7. We’re in an new reality, a new economy and a new society now.
I don’t know exactly what it will look like but I’m sure of these 7 things to focus on now …
1. Be high-agency
Your edge is speed of execution - how fast you spot an opportunity, act on it, learn, and go again. The cycle is find a problem that you are suitable to solve, protype a solution, improve it, sell it, scale it, exit it, go again. Do multiple projects simultainiusly. It doesn’t matter what you think or what you know - it matters how many doors you can kick off their hinges.
2. Build a business.
This technology kills standardised jobs. The place to be is in a small team stacked with global talent, powered by AI tools. I’m running multiple ventures - ScoreApp, Dent Global, BookMagic, AwardsApp, Vidonary; all with lean teams producing outsized results. The era of “big company = big advantage” is ending.
3. Build a personal brand. Now.
AI can generate content, build products, write code. It cannot be you. Your story, your taste, your track record compounds and can’t be cloned. This is the entire thesis of Key Person of Influence: become the name people think of in your space. You don’t need to be an influencer. You need to be visible, credible, and known for something specific. As the barrier to building disappears, distribution becomes the moat.
4. Learn to speak, sell and negotiate IRL.
AI can’t stand on a stage at a conference, host a dinner party, do a coffee meeting, shake a hands or close a deal over dinner. Big deals still happen face to face and live events are becoming much more popular than ever.
5. Build demand-side tension
I wrote Oversubscribed because I’d seen it over and over, businesses that profit are the ones where demand outstrips supply. Use AI to create a bottleneck where you have limited capacity to deliver something and you have a waiting list of people who want it. That fundamental truth isnt going away.
6. AI-ify your network.
Stop spending time with people who think AI is overhyped because it hallucinated something ridiculous in 2024. Start spending time with people using it to create valuable campaigns, products and process. Your network in the next 12 months will determine your net worth for the next 12 years.
7. Play/Explore
Don’t treat AI as glorified search. Ask it to do complex work for you. Give it hard problems and talk to it the way you’d talk to a mentor or a supplier. Ask is for life advice, complex scenario planning or any big questions you’ve wrestled with.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-12
Naval Ravikant: "Networking is overrated. Do something great and your network will instantly emerge" ❗
"All those articles about networking make me want to vomit."
"Go do something great and your network will instantly emerge. If you build a great product or get a good customer base, I guarantee you we will get you funded."
"You won't have to take internal meetings or build relationships years in advance."
His take: If you're standing around an event with a name tag and a glass in your hand, that's entertainment time, not work time.
Do networking for recruiting. Do it to learn from really smart people. But make sure you have something to offer them too, otherwise you're just taking.
Build something great first. The network follows.
Do you agree with Naval or is networking still essential?
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Samuela Davidová
2026-02-12
Day 8 of writing The Freeist
Writing on freedom related to action and suffering and not suffering and responsibility - and choice of own responsibilities. And, acknowledging responsibility for own life.
Short one, it’s 23.23 and I’m 😴
Opened the office today morning in Dubai, got to Tbilisi, refreshed myself and was good to go at the coworking by 8pm. A few productive hours of work and a few lines of a book.
Keep going, little by little.
Honestly these little steps + public checks feel really light and easy for me!
Also it allows action for other areas of my life and business so I don’t feel too overwhelmed by obligations, and I feel I can finish the book at some point too 😊
And! The support I get is crazy. Thank you everyone for sharing your thoughts on the topic actually. I learned a lot about the solutions while people sharing their struggles helps me make it even more relevant.
Go!
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-12
Who's that? 👀
Curious about me? Here you go, have some read!
Good job, team.
https://lnkd.in/dXAUH2SV
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-12
‘How can fintech industry increase the freedom for women rather than following the rigid structures, Samuela?’
*she didn’t fall for it because she’s The Freeist *
♥️
Go put the effort in whether you’re woman or the man.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-12
FiNext Conference made one thing clear: the future of finance is being built at the intersection of fintech, banking, digital assets, and infrastructure.
The conversation has moved beyond ideas and hype.
Execution, scalability, and real-world adoption are now front and centre, and as businesses grow, structure and regulatory clarity become critical enablers of that growth.
Pleased to have Harly Zappino speaking, with May Wong and Manpreet K. representing #NeoLegal and engaging in the wider discussions.
If you’re building or scaling in fintech or digital assets, let’s continue the conversation.
#Fintech #DigitalAssets #CryptoRegulation #Web3 #UAE
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-11
We got used to this banking behavior:
*endless repeated KYC and bureaucracy with new questions every few months
*approvals for every move of our money
*in person bank visit
While diversifying banking to different jurisdictions gets us:
*normal human-alike basic KYC without extra nonsense
*no or very high limits
*everything solved remotely - only the bank account can be opened via proxy on power of attorney (us), not remotely :)
On top, one gets
*premium cards
*airport lounges
*fast track at the airport
And, this is one of the last places on earth where one can get bank account without having local residency card.
We’ve been opening the premium bank accounts in Georgia 🇬🇪 for three years with my business partner Pavol Luptak . And we are happy to help you too.
In 2-3 weeks your paperwork will be processed and once you authorize with the bank and get shipped the cards, you can enjoy the comfort during travel, seamless banking, cashback and other benefits. And - mainly a no-BS account ‘that just works’ as our 200+ clients say.
Reach out to me or Pavol directly to start enjoying the benefits.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-11
Day 7 of writing The Freeist - my book about broadening individual freedom.
Dubai, 🇦🇪
I got up to the message of someone from Panama. They saw me on TV.
What?
I searched for the article I was alerted about yesterday by Google alerts on my name, again. I gpt’ed the media. Oh wow, that’s German kind of BBC or France24? 🤣 (I didn’t know DW despite I studied media studies…)
I got excited, everything scales far beyond my control, it compounds, but that’s not time to relax.
I’m on my way to a fintech conference (FiNext Conference) to join a panel on women in fintech, meeting leaders from finance/fintech/banking and regulation. I join as the representative of one of the least regulating regulator, Liberland.
It feels refreshing to return again to Dubai, people don’t see obstacles. They convince you everything could be done and how. I wish this mindset could be transferred to my book too, if anything else.
Today, in the taxi, I wrote a chapter on self identity, questioning whom and what we associate with and who are we beyond the titles, roles or tags like nationality.
I know well I’m not here to teach anyone.
I can only direct the attention to certain areas and question the status quo.
I’m glad to be recognized globally for my perspective, and values, little by little. I don’t see a better way now than transfer this perspective into writing in a long form format, the book.
Today I feel somewhat touched and empowered. Let’s go!
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-11
Kicking off an inspiring day at the 8th Edition of FiNext Conference in Dubai with a powerful opening panel: Women in Fintech.
Organised by InternetShine Technologies, FiNext continues to be a global stage for bold ideas, disruptive innovation, and meaningful conversations at the intersection of finance and technology. Starting the conference with Women in Fintech sets the tone for a future-ready financial ecosystem that is not only digital and data-driven, but also inclusive and diverse.
Speakers: Christelle EL Metni -MBA-PCM, Samuela Davidova and Nadine A. Jaafar
Today’s panel highlights the journeys, challenges, and leadership of women who are reshaping payments, digital banking, lending, compliance, and financial inclusion across regions. Their insights on innovation, regulation, and opportunity will help define what the next chapter of fintech looks like.
📍 Dubai
🎪 8th Edition – FiNext Conference
🤝 Organised by InternetShine Technologies
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-11
Mum, I’m on TV 📺 this week in Germany and beyond. ⭐️
See me at Deutsche Welle and join Liberland for the 11th Anniversaey in April.
https://lnkd.in/dpGMHEMA
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-10
Day 6 of writing my book The Freeist on broadening individual freedom 💅
I wrote for some time on my iPad in notes in the plane. I’m on my way to Dubai 🇦🇪 to speak at the conference tomorrow morning. Two nights seem to be ridiculously little - over the years I got so many connections I have no chance to meet everyone and do everything I want to.
I seriously love the potential of a fast pace city; at the same time I hate the pressure I personally feel when being self-dependent.
One of my hypothesis is to be able to monetize the concept of the book, as I can see it’s seriously interesting to many conferences, as it touches common issues of various audience. And, it’s not a common topic; more popular is to talk about one’s problems, feeling oppressed; not about solutions, not about ‘broadening one’s freedom’… what does that girl even mean?
At the very least I’m glad the topic itself already makes people stop and think.
Writing little by little every day became easier and easier. I don’t feel pressured, rather expressing thoughts following my own curiosity and experience in what different angles and solutions I’ve seen in the world.
The big challenge will be tomorrow though: I speak as early as 9 am, some 20km from my accommodation, and then all day I’ll be busy with work meetings, and events. Will I find at least a few minutes for writing? (Of course I will! 😁 but let’s see if I struggle.)
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-10
No one talks about this downside of premium bank benefits 🙈
When you get used to premium banking such as the Georgian one we help our Liberation travel clients with…
- You become too lazy to wait not in the Fast Track line for both immigration and security check;
- You become too spoiled to wait at the gate when you can relax in the airport lounge where everything is included;
- You refuse to pay the bank fees for ATM withdrawals, not collect cashback or Turkish Airlines miles (depending on the package you choose).
If you’re brave though and you can bear such ‘downsides’, then we are happy to save you the trip to Georgia 🇬🇪 and filling out paperwork; while improving your diversification of the bank accounts where you will enjoy some great benefits (I forgot eg about the VISA concierge, imagine free assistants calling everywhere you need).
Your bank account will be opened in 2-3 weeks.
We will be glad to be the proxy helping you out to make the process super smooth.
DM now to me or Pavol Luptak to enjoy your benefits right at your upcoming trip. ✈️
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-10
https://lnkd.in/d4_7jJq
early bird till 15 february
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-09
23.27
Day five. Monday.
This has been one of those hard moments…
Building a country and organizing its anniversary + struggles with bank account service (changed conditions on the side of one of our provider that makes the service smoother) + manage to write AT LEAST A FEW PAGES….
On top I spent one HOUR heading to dances, stuck in the traffic 🙈
Terrible.
Trying to get done as much as possible before heading to Dubai tomorrow.
Time to sleep! Keep going.
I have some million messages everywhere, it’s crazy 🤪
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-08
This might be one of the best things you’ll read this week.
Book: the psychology of selling [I personally find the beginning trashy but then come some great ideas].
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-08
Dubai baby 🇦🇪
Thursday 10 am
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-08
Day 4 of writing my book The Freeist on broadening individual
Motto - better a little than nothing
Thoughts?
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-07
Day 3!
It’s Saturday.
I decided to continue writing my book The Freeist about broadening individual freedom today despite the weekend! 📖
I was writing about the importance to live one’s life and why it’s convenient to ‘live for the sake of others’, trying to bring some common examples such as parenting own parents or bringing focus to others development rather than going out there ourselves to not meet with unpleasant emotions.
My big issue is that I feel worry ‘am I not stating the totally obvious there?’ But I try to get back in my memory for a few years and remind myself I’d love to read such words earlier…
Also, I’m still not 100% sure about the narrative: I think no one wants to be ‘educated’ or corrected directly, so likely it’s better to use a general ‘us, we tend to..’ or ‘people’. Because if I will trigger people, they will not read the book. Also I don’t want to - and I don’t feel somewhat superficial… I’m trying to write in a compassionate way that’s human.
Maaaan! It feels vulnerable to me as there’s no one really who can tell ‘what’s right’ - the only relevant judge is me myself and some contact with the world, with other people. I got totally unused to this - I stopped writing related articles a year ago and I don’t give anyone advises irl or online…
So many nuances to figure out, I think the best is now just to focus on keep writing what’s relevant, as best with as least words as possible at the same time to deliver the most value - and then I will make the edits.
Go!
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-07
Who can help?
Gotta set up some AI agents for marketing instead of ppl. Happy to oversee them.
Who could assist figuring this out?
Thanks
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-06
Day two or writing The Freeist book on broadening individual freedom.
I’ve been struggling the most with building the habit anew.
It’s much easier for me to build Liberland where I already got plenty of experience and I understand pretty much what I can do, also the tasks are just endless.
With the book I have to figure it out myself.
I don’t know how to properly structure the chapters but the best thing is just to WRITE. So as in the normal life - only to act actually lowers the anxiety that comes from uncertainty.
Writing one hour a day is better than nothing, not writing at all is a pain.
The most difficult to me is just to begin. I set a separate new location to dedicate myself to it.
Let’s keep going.
Not sure if I’ll write over the weekend as I prefer to not have any work for a few days a week but I’ll decide tomorrow.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-06
It’s your own duty to create an urgency in own life
To set the direction and objectives
Stop outsourcing own life’s goals and time
Someone else will manage if not you.
So why not you?
I’ll be sharing my progress about writing my book here
Building in public - a book :)
Let’s see how it goes for me 🙈
Fingers crossed!
Day two
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-06
See you Dubai
10-12 Feb
Available for meetings
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-05
what's about to happen:
> saas stocks see a massive correction
> pressure to boost profits
> saas companies see BIG productivity gains from AI
> saas companies lay OFF 100,000+ workers in 2026 :(
> hiring slows down
> laid off workers can't find jobs
> many become founders out of necessity
> build software companies with AI
> most struggle with distribution, not code
> new SaaS model emerges
> tons of new AI-first companies
> fewer employees, more automation
> most don't raise money
> they sell early, reinvest cash, and stay independent
> glad they got fired
> 10x the amount of entrepreneurs
> fewer unicorns, more "real' businesses
> boom in 1-10 person businesses
> becomes the dream thx old boss :)
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-05
If your startup flopped, relaunch it.
If it flops again, relaunch it.
Relaunch until it works.
Nobody remembers your last post.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-05
✍🏻
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-05
I refuse to delay this any longer.
Day one.
This should have happened much earlier.
I came up with this idea four years ago.
Since then I have:
• spoken to thousands of people about their constraints and choices
• studied the problem across libertarian theory, philosophy, psychology and beyond, often reading a book a week
• represented a freedom-driven project globally, close to the real edge of what is possible and not.
Four years ago I noticed something uncomfortable.
I was living freely without the obstacles, while others stayed in conditions where freedom, and sometimes even life, could be lost or significantly limited.
I began building a framework for broadening individual freedom.
I called it The Freeist.
Then more questions appeared:
*What gives life meaning beyond freedom?
*Why do people stay stuck even when opportunities exist?
*What truly holds us back, internally and externally?
and...
*Why has no one brought these layers together into one coherent work?
I kept researching, studying, writing, but today, I said...
enough.
A large part of the book was drafted a year and a half ago.
Now it is time to finish it.
First comes the book.
Then I can imagine to help in the video format expanding the ideas.
Later in the future, possibly a yearly gathering focused on broadening individual freedom.
Let's go big and serious now.
This is me opening a new chapter in my life.
I will be documenting the process publicly, day by day, whether I show up well or not at all.
Fingers crossed, guys, I will need your support.
The Freeist starts now.
With respect and love,
Samuela
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-05
Liberation travel hacks by Pavol Luptak
https://lnkd.in/dVgnSyZq
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-04
💼 Breaking Barriers & Shaping the Future of Finance
Join us at FiNext Conference 2026 in Dubai on 11th February for a thought-provoking panel discussion on Women in FinTech.
We are proud to host these distinguished industry leaders:
Christelle EL Metni -MBA-PCM– Strategic Enablement Manager, EXANTE
Samuela Davidova – Representative, Liberland
Nadine A. Jaafar – Chief Business Officer, MOYASAR
🎟️ Reserve your seat today and join the conversation: www.finextcon.com
#FiNext2026 #WomenInFinTech #FinanceLeadership #DubaiEvents #InnovationInFinance #GlobalFinTech #FinanceConference #IndustryLeaders #EmpoweringWomen
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-04
Your spot in Dubai is waiting.
Next week, the architects of tomorrow's finance gather at FiNext Con.
We'll be there with the blueprint for sovereign, voluntary infrastructure.
Find our team & let’s chat.
FINEXTcon.com
Dubai, UAE
10-11 Feb
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-03
Why BWIGA 2026 is a true gem among industry events?💎 (25 March, Belgrade, Serbia)
Day 19, Post 19
A truly great event is never just about speakers or stages. At its core, it’s community + atmosphere.
And to bring that to life, an organizer needs two things: strong industry relationships and real, hands-on experience in creating events that people actually feel.
I met the founder of BWIGA Alex Nasybullin in Montenegro at the Adriatic Web3 & iGaming Awards — and I instantly knew his conferences would be on my must-attend list.
Tivat was flawless:
✨ a stunning seaside hotel overlooking a yacht marina
✨ a small, highly curated crowd (around 95% flew in specifically for the event)
✨ impeccable organization and attention to detail
No surprise that the upcoming BWiGA Conference event is already being called one of the most significant industry gatherings of 2026 🤌
If you’re thinking of joining — feel free to DM me.
Tickets and full details are available at bwiga.com 🫶
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-03
💼 Breaking Barriers & Shaping the Future of Finance
Join us at FiNext Conference 2026 in Dubai on 11th February for a thought-provoking panel discussion on Women in FinTech.
We are proud to host these distinguished industry leaders:
Christelle EL Metni -MBA-PCM – Senior Wealth Advisor, UAE
Samuela Davidova – Representative, Liberland
Nadine A. Jaafar – Chief Business Officer, MOYASAR
🎟️ Reserve your seat today and join the conversation: www.finextcon.com
#FiNext2026 #WomenInFinTech #FinanceLeadership #DubaiEvents #InnovationInFinance #GlobalFinTech #FinanceConference #IndustryLeaders #EmpoweringWomen
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-02
Great initiative, going to be the Singapore of Europe. Get your citizenship now, while it’s still available…
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-02
7 reasons why you want a TBC Concept account (even if you already have an account with Bank of Georgia)
👀
The time to diversify is now.
Contact me or Pavol Luptak for the best prices now.
https://lnkd.in/dVYK9dSM
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-02
What do you call a government that treats its citizens like children?
We call it the past.
Our citizens use their freedom and responsibility to act, not to spend nights decoding regulatory frameworks.
Does this resonate with you?
Then we want to talk.
Join us at our upcoming Anniversary.
There will be 399 people like you. Zero normies.
That’s the crowd you want and we’re glad to have YOU.
10-13 April
anniversary.liberland.org
Only 400 seats. Zero normies.
Samuela Davidová
2026-02-01
I've been warning you: Europe is bankrupt and preparing for asset seizure.
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-31
Finished reading the 15th book for January and 2026.
Where do I take time?
Don’t ask me what I do.
Ask me what I don’t do:
*I don’t enjoy scrolling social media
*I don’t enjoy watching series
*I don’t enjoy watching movies
But I:
*enjoy education and advancing myself in what I find important or interesting or joyful (or all)
*enjoy culture - theatre, museums, (contemporary) art galleries
*enjoy sober mindful time offline - either with great people or alone
Where do you invest your time the most?
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-31
Weekend means exploring something fun.
Back in Japan 🇯🇵 last April (yes Sakura time), I found an architecture book in the house I rented in Osaka. It was so relaxing to go through!
I think I’m not good in design at all, and I don’t believe we should improve in what we s*ck at. My perception is to double down on what we are good at and we enjoy.
That doesn’t mean we cannot go through some knowledge just out of curiosity. Also getting an idea on such topics like type x design in this case, will be of some use eventually anyway.
What we consume shifts out perspective; that’s why I’m more into timeless knowledge in form of books - I don’t like social media (LinkedIn is somewhat bearable for me), I don’t watch movies (I don’t enjoy it), nor I’m not fan of videos altogether (but I don’t mind making them :D).
Bonus point if you guess how many books I finished reading in January.
P.S. if you’re using goodreads, I want to exchange it with you!
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-31
What’s your favorite way to get more lucky?
Your weekend reminder
https://lnkd.in/dCCeiaB9
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-31
You cannot fix a system that survives by resisting change.
Vít Jedlička learned this the hard way.
Politics moves slowly.
Power protects itself.
Reform gets absorbed, diluted, and delayed.
At some point, the conclusion becomes obvious.
If real change is impossible inside the system,
you stop asking for permission.
You build a new one.
That is where Liberland begins.
Discover more.
Liberland.org
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-31
Life costs money and money is great, no matter the socialist ideology / European money shaming.
My hobbies, books, experiences, what brings me joy, and of course the necessities like food and clean comfortable aesthetic home that helps me recharge; but also health maintanance and beauty.
Money is great and it’s not a trade off: love or money; joy or money; interest or money.
Living outside of black and white, bipolar world 😀 one sees clearly the greatest value in the word for everyone is if one is rewarded for what one is great at and enjoys.
Likely I’m touching a hot spot here, but being in touch with own needs, one eventually gets there.
I’ll be honest, I used to enjoy to work just for recognition, to be visible and some sort of validation while at the same time for own self esteem - exercising own capabilities brings joy too.
Having joy from own capacity is great, but not enough in the adult world; not enough to me.
Sharing this as it might resonate with someone.
I want to wish us all to go, go, forward and upwards.
May we win, together. Let’s make the pie bigger.
Have a great weekend and successful upcoming February.
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-29
Only 400 seats in 2026.
Zero normies.
Liberland celebrates 11th Anniversary 10-13 April, and
*early birds are now out for the best prices ever at anniversary.ll.land
*for showcase of your company, the best deals are available NOW till the end of the week. DM me for the deck.
*the startup competition awaits you too. DM for the form if that's your thing.
I feel super proud to be present there as well and being the MC.
Join us.
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-29
This government doesn’t tell you which currency to use.
Liberland provides options for you, not restrictions:
Liberland Merit for your contribution in exchange for share in the country.
Liberland Dollar to freely exchange.
100% governmental reserve in Bitcoin - the first one in the world.
No, you’re not dreaming.
It’s just us building the freest country from scratch.
Resonates?
Join us at our upcoming 11th Anniversary in Serbia.
Only till 15 February we got a special early bird pricing for YOU.
10-13 April 2026
anniversary.liberland.org
Only 400 seats. Zero normies.
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-28
Liberland is nominated as The most Blockchain friendly country!
See you in Kula Belgrade on March 25th at BWiGA.com!
Let’s meet and talk with Samuela Davidova in Serbia!
#bwiga #awards #web3 #iGaming #belgrade
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-25
So you think we’re just some virtual country?
We build real.
For over 10 years, we’ve worked on diplomacy, serious collaborations, and development projects.
We innovate governance and put it on the blockchain — maximum efficiency, minimum interference.
We figure out how to develop our territory sustainably, yet modernly.
We are proud of our 7 km² between Serbia and Croatia.
We attract serious investment and tourism to the surrounding region.
Are you with us?
Join us for the 11th Anniversary, April 10–13.
See what real building looks like.
anniversary.ll.land
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-23
What does “freedom” actually look like in your daily life?
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-23
FiNext Conference Dubai 2026
Excited to announce Samuela Davidova, as our speaker for FiNext Conference Dubai 2026!
Be part of an enriching and insightful conference aimed at transforming the landscape of the finance industry!
📅 Register for the #finextcon2026 event here:
🗓️ 11th Feb 2026
🔗 https://finextcon.com/
Register now!
Presented by InternetShine Technologies
#finextcon #finextcondubai #finextcondubai2026 #fintech #Finext2026 #FintechConference #DubaiEvents #Innovation #Finance #Networking #FutureOfFinance #TechTrends #samueladavidova
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-22
Thank you CNBC for having us.
Greetings from Davos 🇨🇭
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-22
Thank you Vit Jedlicka for making me join you here in Davos 🇨🇭
Liberland let’s go 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-22
Greetings from CNBC house in Davos with Ivan Pernar
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-22
Listening to some bright minds here at CNBC house in Davos
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-21
Insightful panel on Central European resilience here at Polish Business Hub in Davos 🇨🇭
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-21
When government robs you it’s called taxes and security 🙌🏻👍🏻
Supported by zero Samuelas
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-21
Visiting LinkedIn house in Davos 🇨🇭
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-21
Hello hello science 🧬
Davos 🇨🇭
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-21
Hello from Davos 🇨🇭
Walking with Pol Victoria today!
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-18
Every Liberland Merit [LLM] you earn today will feel insane in 2030.
Early Bitcoin vibes, but instead of money, you’re earning ownership of a country.
Don’t say we didn’t tell you → https://liberland.org
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-17
Tbilisi 🇬🇪 😭
I miss entrepreneurial (!) English speaking crowd so badly.
Even if we were just ten of us, I don’t care. I wanna recreate a community. Now.
Condition:
- you’re entrepreneurial = you influence how much you make directly with your effort, you’re intentional
That’s it.
What I wanna do:
- telegram chat to stay in touch (no spam), and support each other
- organize get-togethers. Likely once a month, topic-specific to solve some particular issue, maybe get an interesting speaker. You know what events I make likely - high value, information, insightful, interesting. The way I like it. For donations only for the events if you feel like. Everything in a voluntarist way.
Why I wanna do it:
- I love to live in Tbilisi but I miss entrepreneurial minds around. I love to meet great people, I want to cowork, learn. I want high value, to learn something, no random boring networking for networking. I’m happy to organize it because it brings me joy + organize events feels easy for me.
Wanna join?
> DM me or comment for the chat link if you meet the conditions.
I appreciate if you share with your entrepreneurial friends based in Tbilisi 🇬🇪.
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-16
✍🏻
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-16
Vit Jedlicka starring!
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-15
Samuela Davidova , Liberland representative is a moderator of BWiGA.com
See you in Kula Belgrade on March 25th!
#bwiga #belgrade #web3 #igaming
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-15
reminder: time to pay my 1% tax 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-13
looking for a marketing & administrative assistant
preferably from Ukraine / Russia / Armenia for the high work ethics but open to other nationalities
great opportunity to learn first-hand at innovative project
suitable for juniors, students, who wanna get experience, we seek long-term collaboration
remote-first - you can work anywhere, around part time (20h/week)
7$/h to begin with, paid out globally in usdt
will send out detailed description in DM.
photo just to attract attention, thank you very much and share if there's someone who'd appreciate that 👸🏻
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-12
Andranik Togramadzhian is a speaker of BWiGA.com in Kula Belgrade on March 25th!
Andranik is a head of the National center of digital technologies in Armenia, CEO at Payin and PhD in Economics (Crypto regulation).
Andranik will discuss at the panel about Trends-2026 including Crypto regulation with Anina Milanović and Samuela Davidova
#bwiga #web3 #crypto #awards #igaming #belgrade
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-11
I don’t understand how people can live in Dubai 😟
It’s just…
Too convenient
Too clean
Too good service
Too safe
Too many inspiring people
Too easy to get anything
I feel just too good here…
It’s totally not for people who prefer to worry about politics, high taxes and crime.
Thanks god! I meet around those who wonder how can we win together.
Love it, respect for the city over and over again.
(Yet still based in Tbilisi for now 😀.)
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-08
men, 2026 is the time to get our shit together. the modern world has made human slop of us. fertility rates are down 62%. metabolic disease afflicts 35%. obesity has hit 40%. 63% are not having sex weekly. testosterone is dropping 1% every year. 42% over forty have erectile dysfunction. sexlessness has doubled to 24%. enough. fucking enough.
reject fast food, junk food, vaping, gambling, porn, nicotine, sleep deprivation, phone addiction, and excessive scrolling. these are your enemies. this is dopamine extraction. they are mining you for profit and leaving you weak and miserable. they are predators and you are their prey.
no, not just this once. no, not in moderation. no, it’s not living life. it’s suicidal and deranged behavior.
sleep. get jacked. eat well. set limits. be consistent. build the schedule. put on autopilot. don’t let your mind rationalize. replace inner weakness with systems strength.
don’t listen to other people’s criticisms. they’re projecting their own stuff onto you. straighten up. let it roll off of you. be great. be unabashedily you. maintain friendships with those who make you better. who inspires you to be your best self. do not continue to hang out with people who encourage debauchery.
maintain good posture. stand tall. get up from your desk and walk around, stretch, do light exercises.
do these things to reclaim your self respect. be a sovereign person. do not be owned by evil companies or influence. do not listen to the critics. build your life systems. make them habits. don’t let yourself talk you out of it. as you gain strength, it will require less energy to maintain.
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-08
She took over mktg of her beloved country (yes)
+504% reach in a week (ig)
😀 great motivation to maintain the progress
CC Vit Jedlicka welcome
P.S. overall better to compare metrics monthly and then continue doing what works, not stress about stats daily/weekly, it’s often not very relevant and rather contra-productive. Same if you measure your body etc. here it’s purely that I do the mktg myself purely since the beginning of the year so was great to get a fast reward / feedback)
Love and may this year be BIG!
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-07
A founder's biggest competitor is their own ego... let me prove this to you...
I used to brag about these 4 things 👇🏾
Now I realise they were just insecurities dressed as strengths.
Sleep deprivation isn't dedication - it's an insecurity about what other people think.
100% retention isn't great culture - it's an insecurity of being seen as a bad leader.
A young team wasn't 'hungry talent' - it was fear of being exposed by someone more experienced.
Calling it a "family" wasn't warmth - it's an insecurity from your childhood.
Every founder I know has fought this type of battle - building companies around our insecurities.... to prove something to ourselves, then realising the company can't fix what's broken..
Please swipe through and tell me if you relate 👊🏾❤️
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-06
heading to Davos?
DM or tg @davidovasamuela
we might have a speaker slot for you 🔥
#davos #wef
my photo serves purely to attract attention :)
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-05
In line with Liberland’s meritocratic principles, a speaking slot will be reserved for a citizen project. All citizens are invited to submit initiatives, ventures, or protocols that align with the values of individual liberty and viability. Three projects will be selected, with one presented on the Davos stage. Those who become new citizens in time for the event are also eligible to submit a project and compete for this speaking opportunity. This approach embodies the nation’s commitment to empowering individuals to represent the collective, turning sovereignty from theory into practice.
If you're interested to speak at Abraham House during the Liberland Day, contact us at [email protected]
Samuela Davidová
2026-01-05
The most radical project in finance has no CFO.
It has a president.
President Vít Jedlička and Representative Samuela Davidova are bringing Liberland to FiNext Con in Dubai.
We operate on the principles most fintech panels only debate.
Come hear how it works. Then let's build how it scales.
February 10–11.
www.finextcon.com
2025
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-30
2025 was a ride
the best year in my life so far
[may the next one be even better]
top highlights from my work side?
*best conference event of the year to me was WikiFX expo in Hong Kong at the highest building in the town. Thank you Justin Gao for having us around 🫰🏻
*most of the year I focused on myself & more joy in life - I restored home in Tbilisi, made new friends and took it slow. I finished reading 44 books and slept without alarm. I feel a great satisfaction from my life.
*one last month of 2025 I took over the marketing of my beloved Liberland. Focus on organic growth, more engaging content and being more fun. Fingers crossed to reestablish a good balance soon, please.
and of course, I spoke at many events around the world, I traveled, visited new places like Ireland, Albania, Montenegro for work - and Japan & Korea for joy.
But in the first place, despite the obligations, I remained The Freeist. I delivered the keynote on the principle of my upcoming book on the stage with audience like Brock Pierce, merci. I am now preparing the upcoming Liberland Anniversary [10-13 April, Serbia] with such an audience.
What I want in 2026?
*work 4-5h, 4 days a week
*double my monthly $
*finish my book
I don't wanna romanticise life outside work. Work is important for the sense of self-actualization and self-support.
It's great when it fulfills us and helps us exercise our capacities.
I believe into 'all in' - doing the work in a directed way, activities we are great at and want to upgrade ourselves in. And also enjoying being, connection, outside of work.
I wish you prosperity, growth and [inner] freedom.
May 2026 be even better than the past year.
Samuela
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-30
who's looking forward to be back to the Emirates?
always )
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-30
See you in Dubai.
We'll be the ones talking about the importance of sovereignty x finance.
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-30
FiNext Conference Dubai 2026
Excited to announce Vit Jedlicka, as our speaker for FiNext Dubai 2026!
Be part of an enriching and insightful conference aimed at transforming the landscape of the finance industry!
📅 Register for the #finextcon2026 event here:
🗓️ 11th Feb 2026
🔗 https://finextcon.com/
Register now!
Presented by InternetShine Technologies
#finextcon #finextcondubai #finextcondubai2026 #fintech #Finext2026 #FintechConference #DubaiEvents #Innovation #Finance #Networking #FutureOfFinance #TechTrends #vitjedlicka
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-27
Liberland Congressional Debate — Tomorrow
Members of Congress, officials, citizens, and invited guests are warmly invited to attend the upcoming Liberland Congressional Debate.
This session will provide an open forum for discussion on matters of public importance, legislative direction, and the future governance of Liberland. The debate is designed as a transparent and pluralistic exchange of views, in the spirit of democratic deliberation.
🎙 The debate will be moderated by Tom Walls, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Liberland.
All members of Congress, government representatives, stakeholders, and members of the public are welcome to attend and observe.
🔗 Register to participate:
https://lnkd.in/dHC3W3VF
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-24
We’re done waiting for the world to fix itself.
So was the crowd in Singapore.
8,000 people in the room.
400,000 watching live.
Vít Jedlička, President of Liberland, took the Network State Conference stage alongside Balaji, Vitalik, the Prospera crowd, and others who are already running live experiments — not writing blog posts about them.
It was obvious.
Sovereign states are no longer stuck in philosophy books. We exchanged ideas on legal frameworks that don’t block those who join, on building communities at scale, and on real development planning. This isn’t theory. It’s already running.
The takeaway from Singapore was clear:
the age of begging old nations for scraps is over.
New structures are here.
Agile. Fast.
Aren’t you tired of fighting yet?
Because we’re building the future that’s meant for us — and we’re not alone.
Join us → liberland.org
P.S. Tomorrow: the second throwback from Liberland’s top 2025 moments.
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-23
I don't set more speeches as a goal for the next year.
And I never did in the last 3 years
but they happen 🙃
What I already do will likely continue to grow.
And it won't significantly change my life if I will speak on bigger stage or at bigger audience.
To speak at 15k people won't make a significant difference to me. Despite you might think it's not a 'comfortable goal' - it is to me, as I believe stage is somewhat an appropriate place to me. It feels more like coming to a living room and talking about something authentic to me. It feels easy.
However, what didn't feel easy at the beginning of 2025?
> to feel resourceful
> to feel relaxed
> enjoying more
These were the top 3 qualities I wanted to acquire in 2025.
One of my 10 goals for this year has been to double my income from joyful activities.
I didn't.
I haven't achieved that, but honestly? I don't care at all for now.
It wouldn't significantly change my life.
However, I've never experienced so much joy from the everyday, from the simple things. I made new female friends, I made a cosy place to stay at, and I feel much more confident.
I understand now, that the usual goal setting isn't efficient - those goals you don't really want and you move from one year to another, because it doesn't really change your life, and most likely, they're not even yours. You don't want to fulfill them.
I am happy I face the difficulties I have in life - and I set the goals that would solve them. That does truly change my life for the better.
What is it that you head towards in the upcoming year?
I wish you well.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-22
maybe it's not sexy to work at 10 pm
but it's sexy to represent the first ever meritocracy on blockchain in the world 💅🏻
Incredible, Vit Jedlicka @ Liberland. 👏🏻
P.S. Yes, citizenship is still just 5000LLM [~10.000$] for now.
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-22
FiNext Conference Dubai 2026
Excited to announce Samuela Davidova, as our speaker for FiNext Conference Dubai 2026!
Be part of an enriching and insightful conference aimed at transforming the landscape of the finance industry!
📅 Register for the #finextcon2026 event here:
🗓️ 11th Feb 2026
🔗 https://finextcon.com/
Register now!
Presented by InternetShine Technologies
#finextcon #finextcondubai #finextcondubai2026 #fintech #Finext2026 #FintechConference #DubaiEvents #Innovation #Finance #Networking #FutureOfFinance #TechTrends #samueladavidova
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-22
99% live in this illusion
are you one of them?
defending the idea of 'freedom' and thus 'responsibility' - focusing on the enormous complex structures, esp the government
we are told that our freedom is to 'have a word' among millions of others once in a few years - the freedom to go to the election [and if you don't, say in Australia, to be fined for it]
your freedom is to pay the debt of 'your' government
your freedom to hope things change some day
wait wait, I don't call you to get angry
but to wake up
it's comfortable for us, known, to bring our attention to these big structures we, in reality, mostly cannot influence them - pretty much at all.
that's truth.
you're being provided the illusion that you have the voice to 'change' the big structure
and you accept that illusion
you enjoy it
you tell me you're angry on 'what they are doing', hoping, praying that 'these other guys will hopefully make a difference in four years'
no no no
you only hand over the responsibility for your life to someone else
ppl wait someone to improve the conditions for their lives
someone out there, who doesn't even know about their existence
wake up
go and bring all that energy and focus on yourself.
yes, there's randomness and you don't control everything. world is complex.
but go and improve the conditions you have at hand:
*improve the relationships with people around you
*double your income next year
*get healthy
attention is the real power
99% give it to the complex big structures they cannot really change - structures that don't care about them
be the 1% who gives the attention to yourself. become better. create yourself those conditions you want.
and change the world through that.
go.
have a great week ahead! 🔥
P.S. yes I am writing my The Freeist book so giving you some narrative out here
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-21
fancy your first step towards Liberlandian community?
the e-residency gets you opportunity
*to open your Liberland LLC
*use gov services
*flex you got something others don't
and others
first time ever as a gift too!
that's a way to kick off the 2026 for yourself and your close ones - embracing more freedom
get it now for as little as 135eur
https://lnkd.in/eNzmw_wK
P.S. citizenship for hard core libertarians available also on the market as a gift 🤫
[as a libertarian woman that's quite a gesture of a man to gift that of course, as the investment for the diversified future 😋]
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-19
Happy 15k followers @ LinkedIn to me 🎉
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-19
What is a country? Is it soil? Or is it a shared dream?
When Samuela Davidova handed me this blue booklet, I didn’t just feel the weight of paper. I felt the weight of possibility.
We grow up believing that borders are static lines drawn on a map centuries ago. We are told that "governance" is something that happens to us, not by us.
But standing here with the Representative of the Free Republic of Liberland, I realized something profound:
The world is still being built.
This reality wouldn't exist without the relentless vision of President Vit Jedlicka. It takes a rare kind of courage to look at a forgotten piece of land and see a future for human liberty. Vít didn't just plant a flag, he planted an idea that has now grown into a global movement. He proved that freedom isn't something you ask for, it's something you build.
Liberland isn't just a stretch of land on the Danube. It is a courageous experiment in human liberty. It is a reminder that the values of 'Live and Let Live' are not outdated, they are the only way forward.
As an investor and a builder, I spend my days looking for "Unicorn" companies. But today, I held a passport to a "Unicorn Nation."
A place where innovation isn't stifled by red tape. A place where the government serves the individual, not the other way around.
This passport doesn't just grant entry to a territory. It grants permission to imagine a world where freedom is the default, not the exception.
To the dreamers and the builders: The map is not finished yet.
Omika Dubey | H.E. Justin Sun | Evan Luthra | Navid Saberin | Jillian Godsil, MA, BA (hons) | Radhakrishnan Mahalingam BPM® | Brittany Kaiser | Varun Varada | Giakaa Capital
#Liberland #Freedom #FutureOfGovernance #GiakaaCapital #SovereignIndividual
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-19
I confess
not easy to admit that
but work is an incredible source of meaning
it's an endless flow of tasks one could do
it's a great exercise of one's capabilities.
and work always 'needs' something from you
always there's something to do.
I really really love what I do.
what is here to confess then?
it's important to admit the above, because there's also so much more in life
and it requires a certain effort to see the value, joy and genuine interest in the other areas of one's life too. And how rewarding they can be.
Not just friendship, or physical activities, but the simple joys that can bring significant pleasure:
slow walk without direction, eating a tasty food, daylight.
but also doing something purely for oneself...
and I feel this tension now - being significantly involved with Liberland while at the same time I desire and want to finally create time to finish my The Freeist book.
why the tension?
maybe my current position is somewhat known and comfortable in a way - despite being very challenging, difficult and demanding.
However, with The Freeist, there I be standing purely for myself. And despite the countless presentations I already gave for the concept, I still postpone the finishing.
it's not easy at all to go dedicate oneself to something outside the known. Always, there's the unclear, uncertain, and no one guarantees it will pay off. Yet, it requires effort, so as do the other areas like making friends, relationships or eating well. We got so used to from our known work to get results, we might often oversee it's not the same with the rest of our lives.
Yet, I know now what's MY right step to take.
And it's my aim for the beginning of 2026 to finish my book.
Please, fingers crossed to me.
And to you as well - what is it there that you struggle to make progress in?
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-15
how many times you wanted to give it up?
maybe I should just move to Dubai and get some employment job
I mean it's not a bad plan B, but I know I just.. I cannot, internally.
maybe it's just the winter mood, cold and romantic Christmas lightning here in Tbilisi
or it's pushing things forward where you wait for results without any guarantee :D
but the reality is that no one guarantees you anything, it's just a pure illusion.
everything is effort & intention
so keep going
better to have a freedom to take a day off than to do what's not meant for me
yay yay monday monday
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-11
9pm ~ still working
key takeaway from the last two weeks?
less people often means better quality & higher output
I mean obvious not so obvious
one would think ohhh the more ppl you get the more you can grow
well
and also the more people who somewhat have to manage or coordinate with
somehow happened I took over the mktg stuff now for Liberland.
wut you manage marketing of a country?
seems like it
it makes sense in a way - I went through the dirt of volunteering for more than a year, later meeting the community around the world...
yay well fingers crossed to me please
P.S. at least I can troll the EU commission on X, their posts really are hilarious
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-09
lovely being 33rd for Czechia for finance & web3 ... while not living in Czechia for 5 years
as Tao says - doing without doing :D
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-08
From chief economists to crypto builders, 200 Czech voices point in one direction. Finance is going Web3. 🇨🇿🇨🇿🇨🇿
The Czech Republic is quietly becoming one of the most dynamic bridges between traditional finance and Web3 in Europe.
To map this shift, I built a curated list of the Top 200 LinkedIn Voices in Finance and Web3 in the country.
These are people who show up, share data, break down complex topics, and help others understand where money, markets, and technology go next.
At the top of this year’s map, three voices stand out for depth and consistency:
→ David Navratil – Chief Economist at Česká spořitelna, sharing clear analysis on macro trends and financial stability.
→ Dominik Stroukal – economist and fintech expert, bringing crypto, digital assets and monetary economics to a broad audience in a practical way.
→ Karin Fuentesová – CEO and Founder of Digitoo, a strong voice for women in tech and automation, building real fintech products from Prague.
Across the full 200, you will find:
→ Chief economists, bank leaders and regulators shaping macro and policy debates.
→ Fintech and Web3 founders building new rails for payments, lending, tokenisation and crypto.
→ Wealth managers, advisors and educators raising the bar on financial literacy.
→ Women leaders in finance, tech and sustainability changing the face of the industry.
It is not a ranking and not complete.
It is a community spotlight on people who give insight, data and practical knowledge about the future of Czech finance and Web3.
I will share the full Top 200 list in the comments.
Who would you add to the next edition of the Czech Finance and Web3 map?
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-05
🎉 congratulate me: it's been 5y since I packed and left one-way to Georgia 🇬🇪
I've never been here before, yet...
it felt right
only after I stayed for a bit, I learned I can
*pay 1% tax
*live without excessive bureaucracy
*stay for 365 days and then make a visa run and again
but I stayed not only because of this [despite that might be enough for many]
it's a place where
*it's affordable
*it really feels like a home
*I can make friends easily
*the nature is around the corner
*there's the most variable scenery I've ever seen
And I know certainly - I am not moving anywhere anytime soon.
I can have both:
> access to top minds around the world at conferences I travel to
> super peaceful home w sports car, nature with high concentration of cows per km2
but whatever place works for YOU, I see one thing that really makes a difference:
it's the intention
I wish and hope you are where you want to be yourself
be well!
Greetings,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-05
this is the most elegant event in a year, guys
Christmas gala is a must for all our citizens. You're lucky, we also have a libertarians-friendly tickets - make sure to contact Michal at [email protected] tho very very few seats left
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-05
🎄 The Liberland Christmas Gala Final Invitations Are Live
In December, the Christmas Party in Prague becomes the gathering where people talk about long after it ends, a night of ceremony, great conversations, and that rare feeling of being part of something meaningful.
This year at Le Palais Art Hotel, the energy is even higher:
The First Reading of the Liberland Constitution, honoured guests, and the most elegant atmosphere we host all year.
Citizens attend for free.
A very limited number of guest tickets (100 EUR) is now available here:
👉 https://lnkd.in/eMd4bGzs
Once these seats are gone, there are no more — the list closes.
📍 Prague · Le Palais Art Hotel
📅 19 December 2025
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-04
when she took over the marketing 💅🏻👑
Samuela Davidová
2025-12-04
Your country’s money is basically a tourist souvenir once you leave home.
Liberland Dollar is different.
You control it 100% (non-custodial), load it on a Trustyfy card, and suddenly you’re paying for tacos in Mexico, beer in Berlin, or a flight to Dubai.
All with LLD.
The 3rd smallest country just built the most usable country currency on the planet.
Get your card at https://lnkd.in/dqd5FB9q
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-28
a few words on why we don't enforce just one currency and if your government does, maybe there's something wrong.
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-28
Liberland is the world's freest country for a reason: we are building the country with the correct ideas, freedom, and personal responsibility.
Our representative Samuela Davidova explains the importance of a Free Nation
Watch the full panel of this Wiki Expo Cyprus on YT at @LiberlandOfficial
Learn more about us at
Liberland.org
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-27
When I joined Liberland more than 3 years ago, I didn't have a clue what am I doing.
I volunteered to be a Georgian representative.
I had experience in PR, Event management, IT, acting, writing.
And I shared the same values.
Shockingly - given the freedom to voluntarily initiate, I ended up
*launching a podcast
*meet libertarian party members
*speak at 10+ established libertarian communities
*writing monthly newsletter
*organising several meet ups showing the libertarian values from different angles
when the President arrived to Georgia a year later, a full crowd was awaiting him.
Then I moved to manage media relations globally, and finally, I represent Liberland around the world & initiate partnerships. Yes ok ok, I do oversee marketing of the freest country as well, but maybe I'm just too humble.
If you told me I will live the life I do live today - I wouldn't trust you.
I feel really grateful, but it was the effort and interest I put in.
My takeaway?
Forget 'discipline'.
You can push yourself for some time, but if you're really meant to be there, the only thing that will make you go all the way will be your genuine interest, eagerness, and being true to yourself.
I build the freest country as a hobby.
and what is it you do in your 15-20% of time that brings you joy and sparkle? :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-26
I got banned from Facebook and likely I'll never recover it.
Well, I feel upset & offended, had there some nice following there, I put the effort in, but... alright.
Such moments remind me of the importance to build something tangible, not tied to only one social media (despite, I have a lifetime to be blocked everywhere else too, especially with my pro-freedom opinions 😀).
Time to:
*move Liberland forward
*finish my book on broadening individual freedom
*focus on the real world connection, body, and feeling of joy
go.
photo from the Montenegro version of the BWiGA conference
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-26
300 hand-picked builders & investors | Serbia | April 2026
7 km² of unclaimed land. Voluntary taxation. 100% opt-in law.
800k+ citizenship applicants. Construction live. The truly freest country. In. The. World.
This is the closed-door annual meet where real money, code, and steel move.
Past attendees: Brock Pierce, 8-figure+ founders & investors, TRON.
Smells good?
Become a speaker / sponsor / partner.
<15 speaker + sponsor slots remain.
Apply only if:
• You’ve built or funded 8+ figure projects
• You bring a concrete announcement or deal in frontier governance, crypto, freedom or new-country building
Every application manually reviewed. Most get rejected (150+ last year).
If that’s you, DM me for the form or let's discuss it directly before we close the doors.
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-25
great to see more events in Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-25
🇬🇪 Throwback to the Mocagaza – Green Zyland Georgia Libertarian Meetup
A look back at the event where our representative, Samuela Davidova, joined the Mocagaza community in Adjaria — a gathering focused on liberty, decentralized cooperation, sustainability, and open dialogue.
Samuela connected with local creators, activists, and innovators who are exploring new approaches to governance, environmental solutions, and community-driven initiatives.
It was a great opportunity to share Liberland’s experience, exchange ideas, and build new relationships in Georgia’s growing liberty-minded community.
Thanks to everyone at Mocagaza / Green Zyland Georgia for the warm welcome and inspiring conversations
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-20
some insightful multinational panel today:)
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-20
Who owns the customer in 2025 — the bank with the license or the API with the data?
This panel didn't pick sides. Alexandra Tsoy (Choi) (Head of Product at Paysend), Maria Kokiasmenos (VP, Associate General Counsel at The Hartford), David Veselinovic (Founder & CEO at Crypto12), moderated by Samuela Davidova (Representative at Liberland), examined where traditional banks excel (trust, capital, regulatory compliance) and where digital players win (speed, data fluidity, tokenized rails).
They explored AI's role in KYC, stablecoins in cross-border payments, and the regulatory reality both models must navigate. The real question: when to compete, when to partner, and who captures value when the dust settles.
#DSCEurope #Cryptica #Banking #FinTech #Crypto
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-20
Some great energy today!
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-20
Day 2 of #DSCEUROPE2025 included a panel on the future of finance with Samuela Davidova Alexandra Tsoy (Choi) and David Veselinovic. I’m learning so much!
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-19
:)
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-19
🔥 WikiEXPO2025 Dubai
Meet Samuela Davidova, Representative of Liberland, one of the visionary leaders who brought powerful insights to the stage.
▶️ Watch the full highlight here and witness how WikiEXPO brings together top minds to shape the future of trading.
In Dubai, the city of bold ideas, we continue driving trust, safety, and growth for traders worldwide.
#WikiEXPO2025Dubai #SparkingOpportunityTradingSafety #WikiEXPO2025 #WikiEXPO
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-18
never too late to update my website
what's your 00.39 am favorite activity? haha
check out my lovely site
https://lnkd.in/d6ig8SyW
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-18
a little interview during WikiEXPO Dubai!
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-18
🎥 A moment from Wiki Finance Expo Dubai
During the Wiki Finance Expo Dubai, our representative Samuela Davidova took part in a short interview where she shared thoughts about Liberland, our community, and the work we’re carrying forward around the world.
A big thank you to WikiEXPO for the invitation and for creating a space where these dialogues can happen.
Here’s the full interview ⬇️
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-17
making one's life interesting to oneself
life worth living
surprisingly, I understand it's somewhat a luxury to wake up in the morning most days with sense of joy for a new day
remember when we were little and we couldn't wait for another day? when we were looking forward to make a trip to the village or see someone we loved?
'there are always some things you have to do'
are there? for whom? because you should? who said so?
there's a false concern that one wouldn't be efficient, made money, or pursued anything if there was no control, no rules, no obligations
I admit it was frightening for myself as well - what if I will stop growing, evolving, improving?
fast forward, now I understand, that it was a scam
when I stopped forcing myself into activities I didn't enjoy, I wasn't good at - those that drain us - I got even more energy for what I love to do, I am good at and it brings value to me and/or others.
I believe our nature is active.
I understand now, how much energy waste goes to forcing ourselves to do things we hate, against our resistance.
At high school I spent most time 'improving' in subjects I hated and was terrible at.
Luckily, being adult, I can invest the energy into what I enjoy, what feels authentic to me, I am curious about, I am good at.
Going through everything that brings me joy, I understand my mix of activities and topics be: freedom, growth, public speaking, writing, questioning the status quo / norms / finding contraintuitive perspectives.
Can that be somehow brought together?
well, here I come representing Liberland
and finally, I give myself permission to return to finish the writing of my book The Freeist
wish me luck, it's not easy to bring everything together.
what if I fail? what if it won't make me for living?
I don't know, in a way this allowance also is a luxury.
Nothing is guaranteed, but I feel like I live the best life I could have ever dreamt about and I feel so deeply grateful for myself to get to this perspective where I am.
with love,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-17
long time no Belgrade! Cannot wait
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-17
Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative, will moderate a panel at the DataSci Conference (DSC) in Belgrade as part of Cryptica – AI-Powered Computational Finance.
The session, “Banking 1.0 vs Banking 2.0,” will look at how traditional banking models compare with today’s data-driven, digitally integrated financial systems.
Panel participants include:
⭐ Alexandra Tsoy (Choi) – Head of Product, Paysend
⭐ Maria Kokiasmenos – VP, Associate General Counsel, Data Science & Emerging Tech, The Hartford
⭐ Mahmoud Fahmy – Lead Machine Learning Engineer, Mastercard
⭐ David Veselinovic – Founder & CEO, Crypto12
Moderated by:
🎙️ Samuela Davidova – Representative, Liberland
📍 Belgrade, Serbia
📅 November 20, 2025
🔗 https://lnkd.in/gZSajsc
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-15
Liberland was represented at the Wiki Finance Expo Dubai, where our representative Samuela Davidova joined industry leaders, regulators, and fintech innovators from around the world.
It was a valuable opportunity to connect with professionals working across crypto, trading, compliance, payments, and digital asset infrastructure — and to share how Liberland is developing new frameworks for economic freedom and modern governance.
Thank you to the organizers for bringing together such a diverse global community.
📍 Dubai, UAE
📅 Wiki Finance Expo Dubai 2025
🔗 wikiexpo.com
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-13
Heading to Buenos Aires?
Join the best.
Small c-level gathering. Hand-picked.
Bullish?
DM me or Marina Rioni directly for approval.
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-13
Making my first event in Latin America! 🔥💃🏼
Meet the special C-Level & Founders breakfast by Global Crypto Club and Pruvendo ✨
We gonna host a special closed brunch, only for 30 people so we could have a truly high quality networking
Feel free to register if you’re C-Level or founder in a big Crypto Project, Blockchain or Security Protocol 👀
⏰ 16 November, start: 10:00
📍 Place: Musgo, Fine Dining, BA
Send it to your friend who is going to Buenos Aires 🫶 Only approved guests are welcome ✨
Register here:
👉 https://lu.ma/3zesf4u5
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-12
Continuing to share insights on the intersection of traditional finance and digital innovation, our Director & Head of Crypto at Surge Group, Hakim Bousba, participated as a panelist at the Wiki Finance Expo 2025 on November 11th, in the discussion titled “Institutional Perspective: How Does Traditional Finance Lay Out RWA and Digital Assets.”
Joined by Geoff McAlister, Samuela Davidova, and Tim Popplewell, and moderated by Sarah Fathima Ahmed, the panel explored institutional approaches to RWA (Real World Assets) and digital asset integration, a conversation shaping the next phase of global finance.
#SurgeGroup #SurgeCyrpto #WikiFinanceExpo #DigitalAssets #RWA #Web3 #PanelDiscussion #FinanceInnovation
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-12
No one really talks about this need and I was unaware of it.
But it’s super strong and (unconsciously) might drive many to improve.
Do you know that feeling when you truly *admire* someone? When you’re deeply interested into someone?
Not necessarily them being out of this world, just deeply interesting to you (that’s subjective). Obviously at the core we can be interested in every human.
We might grow to ‘get closer to the upper part of the ladder’ in the society, but don’t get surprised: whoever is there still be a human, is imperfect and a very few ‘make it’ in more than one area of one’s life - good work doesn’t mean one is good at relationships, but one can. [nothing is black and white]
It really feels different when you feel admiring, inspired, truly curious into other human beings. That feels connected. Strangely enough, I feel that most in what many call the ‘artificial city in the desert’.
Dubai is always a good idea - I’ve never got this much efficiency when it comes to quality people per m2. I feel blessed.
At the same time, I love to stay in Georgia 🇬🇪 as it feels more grounded, relaxed, and people connect over different values - friendship, and family. Dubai is just a short flight away to talk growth, get inspired and feel connected over intellectual topics.
It always hurts me when I leave, but the beauty of opportunism is that I can opt into what I need in the moment. I believe the best place is the one that fulfills our deepest needs, those that almost hurt when you name them: and I really value now long term connections, friendships and reconnection with myself, despite the intellectual part of me finds it always tempting to move to Dubai.
Well, maybe some day, I’ll learn to find everything everywhere. Yet, there are still some objective specifics and characteristics of places that attract likeminded people. Thanks for that.
How do you choose the place to be?
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-11
🎨 FORMA GEORGIA – Tbilisi 2025
From November 15 – 23, the Forma pop-up village in Tbilisi welcomes 150 international creatives, technologists, artists, and founders.
Samuela Davidova will be there to connect with the local and global community.
📍 Tbilisi, Georgia
🔗 https://lnkd.in/e5EA6g9V
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-11
Playground @ Dubai WikiEXPO ✨
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-10
Gm gm!
Off to Dubai 🇦🇪
Delivering a keynote tomorrow at WikiFX Finance Expo in Dubai w ~ 22k attendees 🤯
See you around? 🙃
I feel so proud!
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-08
Speaking at libertarian meetup - sharing our most recent updates from Liberland
One of the great benefits are likeminded people around 🙏😊
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-06
Live 📺
One of my current objectives is even more openness to new experiences. Not surprisingly, that opens up more actionable connections [I am active ~ that brings in to my life other active people, thankfully].
Look at the pace, that’s how I like it:
Yesterday I got to know Otari Melanashvili at ETH Tbilisi, to submit materials for his Kan-Guroo educational project that bridges mentors with students in the region [and beyond]. Now we already meet at Project Management Institute event.
How you can support this doers energy?
*more partnerships with university or institutions [HR with educational perspective]
*$$ for expansion
*become an international guru yourself, if you got an educational background and expertise [and speak English]
Pleasant to bring attention to what’s going on in Georgia 🇬🇪 and happy to see the ecosystem grow 🫶🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-04
See you in Dubai!
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-04
📢 Panel Preview | Wiki Finance EXPO Dubai 2025
📅 Nov 11, 14:40 - 15:20
📌 Institutional perspective: How does traditional finance lay out RWA and digital assets
🎤 Moderator:
Sarah Fathima Ahmed - Co-Founder - CryptoniteUAE
👥 Panelists:
Geoff McAlister - Founder & CEO - #MiPool
Samuela Davidova - Representative - Liberland
Juliet Su 苏丽 - Partner - NewTribe Capital
Tim Popplewell - Chief Executive Officer - Scintilla
💡From an institutional perspective, traditional finance structures real-world assets (RWAs) and digital assets through regulated frameworks that emphasize tokenization, custody, and compliance. RWAs—such as real estate, bonds, or commodities—are digitized on permissioned blockchains (e.g., via platforms like Securitize or Centrifuge) to enable fractional ownership, enhance liquidity, and streamline settlement via smart contracts, while adhering to KYC/AML standards enforced by custodians. Digital assets, including stablecoins and tokenized securities, are integrated into legacy systems through qualified intermediaries, with institutions leveraging SPVs, ETFs (e.g., BlackRock’s BUIDL fund), and SEC-compliant protocols to mitigate counterparty risk and ensure interoperability with SWIFT and DTCC infrastructures
🔗 Don’t miss this insightful session at Wiki Finance Expo Dubai 2025!
Follow their Panel:
https://lnkd.in/g2K5pMhm
#WikiFinanceExpo #Dubai2025 #RWA #DigitalAssets #Tokenization #TradFi #InstitutionalFinance #Blockchain #InvestmentInnovation
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-03
😋 can’t wait to be back to Belgrade soon!
Samuela Davidová
2025-11-03
[PANEL] 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭.𝟬 𝘃𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮.𝟬
Moderated by Samuela Davidova, Representative of Liberland, this panel features experts from Serbia, the USA, and Ireland.
🔸 Alexandra Tsoy (Choi) is a Head of Product at Paysend. Formerly a retail CEO with 14+ years in leadership, she’s passionate about innovation and cross-industry reinvention.
🔸Maria Kokiasmenos is the Vice President and Associate General Counsel at The Hartford, where she leads the Data Science & Emerging Tech Law practice.
🔸Mahmoud Fahmy is a Lead AI Engineer at Mastercard, where he drives the development of scalable ML solutions focused on data processing, graph algorithms, and optimization.
🔸David Veselinovic, the Founder & CEO of Crypto12 where he leads innovation in virtual currencies and blockchain solutions.
In this panel, experts will explore the strengths and weaknesses of traditional banks versus digital and crypto-native financial players in 2025. They will discuss how AI, stablecoins, and blockchain are reshaping risk, payments, and customer ownership, while examining regulatory frameworks and strategies for competition or collaboration. Attendees will gain practical insights through case studies highlighting successes and challenges, and learn what trends are likely to endure over the next 18 months.
📅 November 20th |📍 Belgrade | 🏟️ Metropol Palace Hotel
Tickets 🎟➡ https://lnkd.in/gS5iacc
𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 🔎 https://lnkd.in/d9ZFGJ-k
#ai #datascience #banking #crypto #blockchain #stablecoins #cryptica
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-30
Georgia 🇬🇪 ? 👀 there are some news you might wanna know about this hidden gem 💎
We look towards improving the services with Pavol Luptak
We’ve been bringing hundreds of clients to start their banking in this beautiful country.
While we were focused on one bank, we are now looking at the updates on the market, because countries like Georgia develop pretty fast 🙃
Especially when it comes to the banking, there’s a great competitiveness. And great competitiveness means great benefit.
We are freshly finalizing last steps to start offering another very developed banking that’s running an exclusive collaboration with Turkish airlines (yes, you’ll get miles for your spendings) and has a decent cash back on your spendings. (Yes!) I mean this just way way better than what we could imagine. And likely that’s better than your bank benefits, too 😄 it’s super freshly out and we are happy to provide this exclusively to our clients. (Is that you?)
Curious?
Stay tuned / DM me ‘bank’ or anything related and I’ll keep you in the loop once that’s out.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-30
I feel humbled and grateful I can travel around the 🌎 and represent Liberland. We build the freest country on earth, proudly.
It really gets rewarding - I meet some incredibly inspiring people who love the idea and want to support it. Or we talk what we can do together - as I aim to bring more awareness, but also more benefits to those who got onboard.
I understand it's far beyond a land between Serbia and Croatia - I meet some incredible people who share the values in every place I arrived to, be it Kyrgyzstan, Dubai, or Singapore.
I feel lucky to represent what shares my values.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-18
The EU is now working on a digital age verification system that ties internet access to your government ID.
I’ve been warning you: passport-based censorship is coming to Europe…
https://t.co/zhR3GDcrCe
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-15
Back to Dubai
The city that wants you to win.
I feel so warmly welcomed. Great benefit and compounding of Liberland over the years.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-14
Catch Samuela Davidova at #WikiEXPO #Dubai
Samuela Davidova is a pro-freedom speaker, writer, and Liberland Press Secretary dedicated to promoting Liberland’s governance model and fostering global libertarian collaboration.
https://lu.ma/WikiEXPO
#WikiGlobal #WikiFX #WikiBit #WikiStock #Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-14
landed 🌝
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-14
⏳ Tomorrow in Dubai!
The Invest Web3 Forum 2025, Dubai (3rd Edition) kicks off at Dubai Knowledge Park, an invite-only event gathering investors, policymakers, and innovators from across the Web3 ecosystem.
Samuela Davidova will take part in a fireside chat:
🎙️ “Liberland: A New Jurisdiction for Borderless Finance”
🕚 October 15 | 11:40 AM – 12:00 PM GST
Hosted by Giakaa Capital, the forum unites over 300 global delegates and $500B+ AUM to explore new opportunities in digital governance and decentralized finance.
📍 Dubai Knowledge Park, UAE
🔗 investweb3forum.com
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-14
Another week, another airport lounge.
Taking my friend with me for free.
Again.
Wanna get your premium bank account with premium benefits?
DM me.
We handle all the annoying paperwork for you. Remotely.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-13
Panel discussion in Regent Porto Montenegro on October 7 at adriaticawards.com
Marko Matanovic Jon Dajci Samuela Davidova Tobias Jack L. Marina Rioni
#conference #web3 #iGaming #adriaticawards #montenegro
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-13
We’re delighted to welcome Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative, as a distinguished guest speaker at Invest Web3 Forum 2025, Dubai (3rd Edition) by Giakaa Capital, powered by bepay money.
Samuela Davidova is a Liberland Representative, Co-Founder of the Liberland Space Programme, and author of The Freeist (to be published in early 2026), a work exploring individual freedom through ownership of life. She is currently organizing a pop-up city for Liberland (April–May 2025), centered on deSci, deSpace, and web3 innovation, while building strategic partnerships and representing Liberland at global forums. Based in Georgia, she also promotes premium banking solutions, bridging entrepreneurial and sovereign opportunities. A writer of applicable philosophy, Samuela challenges the status quo and inspires people to rethink freedom, work, and life’s possibilities.
Date: 15th Oct 2025
Venue: Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai
Catalysing Web3 with Capital
Register Now: www.investweb3forum.com
As the premier platform bridging Web3 ventures with institutional capital, IWF 2025 convenes global decision-makers, policymakers, investors, and innovators to shape the future of sustainable blockchain adoption. The forum will also feature high-impact startup pitch sessions and exclusive roundtable discussions, fostering collaboration, investment, and thought leadership across the Web3 ecosystem.
Join us for high-caliber, action-oriented conversations designed to unlock Web3's transformative potential – sustainable innovation depth and impact-driven sessions.
#InvestWeb3Forum #IWF #GiakaaCapital #bepaymoney #Web3Innovation #BlockchainAdoption #CryptoInvesting #Tokenization #FutureOfFinance #BlockchainLeaders #GlobalInvestors #DubaiEvents
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-13
Georgia continues opening new physical exchanges. You can easily encounter more btc/eth/usdt exchanges than usd<>eur<>gel (Georgian lari).
Welcome 🇬🇪
/ I live in Georgia since 2020
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-13
Hello banks, wazzap ?
Being in touch with my friends around the world who use various banks, seems the traditional banking went all in on checking every transaction - especially if you make international transfers [I’d make many if my friends wouldn’t have Bank of Georgia premium SOLO account which makes it smoothness, free and has four default currencies 😀].
Hey you know, it’s Africa where you cannot transfer more than say 200$ / mo abroad.
Now you may transfer and get transfers but being asked about every hundred transaction invoice, proof and even more proof and proof of poo [I really don’t know what to submit. Real life conversation transcript with my friends?]
Long term opened accounts getting KYC’ed every week or month.
Random bank account closures without any further notice, communication or explanation.
Many of my global friends share such an experience now with me.
Anyone as well?
Any clues what’s the reasoning behind?
Seems getting a bank account anywhere to be harder and harder. Using fiat money to be more and more complicated.
The banks seek transparency from you but they won’t give you the same transparency on why they close the bank account.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-10
Happy to open the Bank of Georgia - SOLO premium bank account for new clients remotely 🔥
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-09
I am thrilled to announce a significant achievement of a project I was involved in from inception to completion 🏆
The project launched for SOLO in close collaboration with the data team, has been honored with the Global Finance Award for Best Premium Bank implementing AI 🥇alongside such leading financial institutions as Citi, DBS, CTCB
I extend sincere gratitude to my amazing colleagues from the data team for their hard work and dedication Tatia Tughushi , Mikheil Demetradze , @Natalia Javakhishvili, Mariam Janjghava 🧡
Special thanks to Mariam Lelashvili and Mikheil Nadareishvili for believing in us during such an amazing journey 🧡
Finally, my sincere gratitude for giving me such an opportunity, motivation and support on every step in every project to Eteri Iremadze and Nino Rukhadze 🧡
This accomplishment demonstrates that passion and belief can drive outstanding results !
https://lnkd.in/dNT4V4_2
#BOG #BankOfGeorgia #SOLO #GlobalfinanceWorldAward #AI #Teamwork #Motivation
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-09
Decent!
Fancy getting a bank account? Happy to assist with all the paperwork and open it remotely for you.
DM me or Pavol Luptak
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-08
Decent
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-08
🧡 Proud to be part of Bank of Georgia, named World’s Best Digital Bank by Global Finance for the second time! 🚀🥇
Congratulations to the amazing team behind this incredible achievement! 🧡 Giorgi Vakhtangishvili Levan Gomshiashvili 👏🏻🏆
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-08
For the second time in a row, Bank of Georgia has won the award for the best digital bank in the world
The international publication Global Finance Magazine named Bank of Georgia the best in six categories
We are not stopping on the path to success!
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-07
Hello Montenegro 🇲🇪
Here I am in Tivat at the coast. It’s very beautiful! Heading shortly to deliver keynote at the conference.
Montenegro has ~ 600.000 population.
At Liberland we just reached 800.000+ people signing up with us to be considered to be our citizens [we are selective as there’s a cap for citizens/LLM - Liberland merits].
Fascinating. Happy to explore our regional neighbors.
See you around.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-06
I can't wait to see you in Dubai!
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-06
In Europe, I hear skepticism.
And I feel tired overexplaining - yeah we build the freest country from scratch. Blockchain implementation cuts off 99% of bureaucracy and therefore costs. Everything is automated. It just works.
Arranging speakerships and partnerships for us in Liberland I reflected and decided to cut the EU based events to minimum.
And to double down on places where we don’t have to explain ourselves.
Layover in Istanbul?
Advertisement on BtcTurk - crypto exchange.
Conference in Dubai?
How can we work together to bring the innovations to another level?
‘Developing’ countries?
We want to implement blockchain to our governance. Let’s start with the election process. Can you help us?
Leading with minimal government in practice, we can’t waste our time in Liberland. And we grow fast. Great to see us in the relevant regions across the globe.
How do you see it yourself? You wanna ‘conquer’ some market for whatever it costs or pick the low hanging fruits first? Curious on your experience takes.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-06
We’ve been building a country for 10+ years.
The freest country in the world.
Liberland.
Bold statement and mission, you say?
Well, it’s easy in a way - take the best what works and make it 2.0. And add some garnish.
I’ve joined ~ 3 years ago and I can tell one thing for sure: the compounding is INSANE.
The amount of people knowing us means I don’t pitch anymore, but I start a conversation called ‘what we can do together’.
Country can be quite a complex thing though, so we’re onto several missions, and one of my current problems at hand is this:
I want to get more recognition for our Liberland passports - both on the market and countries.
What you can likely help with right away - let’s initiate some partnership together!
We bring you Liberlanders, and marketing promotion, and you get our citizens [or even e-residents] discounts or great deals or anything like that. I’d love it if our values resonate with you - we are voluntarists, blockchain-friendly, innovative, low bureaucratic, pro-liberty.
Our citizens mostly travel a lot, so anything related and decentralization friendly, is a perfect fit.
I really want our documents to offer even more value to our citizens.
I hope your country thinks the same about you!
What’s in place if you’re a Liberlander?
*priority pass airport lounges
*Paraguayan residency to become tax-free
*SubSum - KYC form for 10.000+ e-commerce and exchanges where you can use your Liberland passports
And plenty more deals.
Comment ‘partnerships’ and I’ll drop you a DM to resolve the details - or DM me directly.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-06
From Singapore to Tbilisi to Montenegro in no time.
Am I crazy?
Well, we build a country, man.
While I’m on my way to deliver a keynote at Adriatic web3 & iGaming Awards event, I couldn’t make it without enjoying airport lounges at the layovers with super tasty food and clean environment [and space for sleep 😀 let’s be honest].
I personally didn’t have a clue about airport lounges till some 3 years ago when my business partner Pavol took me to the lounge in Bangkok.
I was shocked! Unlimited tasty food, water, and other soft drinks. A cosy environment to rest.
If you ever bought a business class, you usually get to the dedicated airline lounges of the airlines that get you some serious decent service experience.
Yeah, forget the backpack experiences and falling asleep at the uncomfortable chair at your gate 😀
I really wish I knew this earlier because it’s a serious benefit and it’s really easy and ultra comfortable. The whole stressful and tiring travel experience just shifts to another level.
How do you get the lounges ?
1/ you may get a paid pass for the lounge in your city when available [but then you don’t have it working elsewhere]
2/ business class with the lounge access [but I understand if that’s beyond your budget]
3/ premium banking [usually the yearly fees pay off through the benefits quite quickly; to me it already pays off thanks to my 0% ATM withdrawal fees around the world. I won’t even mention the assisting concierge, lounges, fast track, which simplify my life; and plenty discounts and deals].
Fancy having your own premium cards?
Happy to help. DM me or Pavol Luptak and we will handle all the paperwork for you to deliver your Premium account credentials in as little as 3 weeks.
Bonus - it’s a non-EU account for some decent diversification.
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-05
⏳ 2 days to go!
Liberland is joining the Adriatic Web3 & iGaming Awards on October 7–8, 2025 at Porto Montenegro, Tivat 🇲🇪.
Our representative, Samuela Davidova, will be attending this dynamic two-day event, bringing together Web3 innovators, regulators, and industry pioneers from across Europe and beyond.
This gathering celebrates innovation in blockchain, decentralized governance, and iGaming — all set against the beautiful Adriatic coast.
📍 Porto Montenegro, Tivat
📅 October 7–8, 2025
🔗 https://lnkd.in/ejiXXMjd
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-04
We’re delighted to welcome Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative, as a distinguished guest speaker at Invest Web3 Forum 2025, Dubai (3rd Edition) by Giakaa Capital, powered by bepay money.
Samuela Davidova is a Liberland Representative, Co-Founder of the Liberland Space Programme, and author of The Freeist (to be published in early 2026), a work exploring individual freedom through ownership of life. She is currently organizing a pop-up city for Liberland (April–May 2025), centered on deSci, deSpace, and web3 innovation, while building strategic partnerships and representing Liberland at global forums. Based in Georgia, she also promotes premium banking solutions, bridging entrepreneurial and sovereign opportunities. A writer of applicable philosophy, Samuela challenges the status quo and inspires people to rethink freedom, work, and life’s possibilities.
Date: 15th Oct 2025
Venue: Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai
Catalysing Web3 with Capital
Register Now: www.investweb3forum.com
As the premier platform bridging Web3 ventures with institutional capital, IWF 2025 convenes global decision-makers, policymakers, investors, and innovators to shape the future of sustainable blockchain adoption. The forum will also feature high-impact startup pitch sessions and exclusive roundtable discussions, fostering collaboration, investment, and thought leadership across the Web3 ecosystem.
Join us for high-caliber, action-oriented conversations designed to unlock Web3's transformative potential – sustainable innovation depth and impact-driven sessions.
#InvestWeb3Forum #IWF #GiakaaCapital #bepaymoney #Web3Innovation #BlockchainAdoption #CryptoInvesting #Tokenization #FutureOfFinance #BlockchainLeaders #GlobalInvestors #DubaiEvents
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-03
What I managed during the Singapore trip?
Yes, its a wrap, so…
*shake hands with Balaji (Network State)
*join the table with Vitalik
*meet over 10 top journalists and authors
*focus on real deeper connection and getting to know people or dropping the conversation right away
*SLEEP !
*actually getting to know people with insane follows
*chat with Nas Daily
*organize our meetup
*visit the gardens, finally! Not everything, though, have to be back
*visit three tea houses and buy some premium tea 🍵 home (that’s my thing)
*become the Personal Assistant to our President for today (accidentally but I agreed 😀)
*enjoy one ice cream party with my colleagues
*meet Brittney Kaiser, our new Congresswoman (twice)
*enter the Windsor park and run away because I’m scared of monkeys hahaha 🐒 they jump too much
*learn a lot from people who make innovations the norm.
*get a DNA house fan
… and much more 😵💫
I feel totally overwhelmed from the emotions and experiences.
I need to sleep properly and… and get ready for Montenegro!
What you feel the happiest about Singapore, huh?
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-03
Pleasure to join you!
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-03
🎤🐈⬛
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-03
Linktree banned my Signal group link.
Hey, west, you ok?
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-03
hey rich people, you shouldn't be spending more than $50,000/yr on top tier health care. Even an all-out at-home clinic like mine is ~$300k.
The most powerful health and longevity therapies available to you are no alcohol, finishing eating 4 hrs before bed, screens off 60 min before sleep, 7+ hours of sleep, morning light, avoiding junk food, eating from the Don't Die food guide and exercising every day.
These alone will move the needle more than any IV drip, stem cell, exosome, or any other fancy protocol out there.
If you're going to spend money, spend it wisely:
+ Measure your biomarkers
+ Create a hypothesis on effect
+ Do the therapy
+ Measure again to determine the efficacy
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-03
Overwhelmed.
It felt unreal.
A year of effort to hear the bold speech of Vit Jedlicka about building Liberland here at the Network State conference.
322k people watching live as of now.
8000 people in the room.
Shook hands with Balaji, Nas Daily, and many authors, journalists, and founders moving this planet forward with innovations.
I feel so proud!
Oh and if you saw the people standing for the national anthem 🥹💔
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-02
I got to know Nas Daily! 🙀
Just had a great meeting along with the Liberland President and our Minister of Finance.
Beautiful 🫶🏻 I feel lucky!
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-01
❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥
Samuela Davidová
2025-10-01
🌍 Liberland at Adriatic Web3 & iGaming Awards 2025
On October 7–8, our representative Samuela Davidova will join innovators, regulators, and entrepreneurs at Porto Montenegro, Tivat for the Adriatic Web3 & iGaming Awards.
This two-day gathering highlights the intersection of Web3, blockchain, and iGaming, bringing together leaders from across Europe to explore the future of digital innovation and governance.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-30
Singapore day 1
My biggest take away from all these events?
It compounds!
I’m into deeper relationships.
Experimenting with new types of events. More in the video!
Thoughts?
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-30
guys, tomorrow, we organize a super small get together for our supporters (not really a typical token2049 side event)
if you'd love to join us and meet me, our President Vit Jedlicka, our Minister of Finance Navid Saberin and my colleague Petr Krovina, please, DM me! Will be super happy to meet you :)
#singapore
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-29
Nothing really beats enjoying the comfort of the unlimited airport lounges thanks to my premium banking. See you in Singapore!
P.S. yesss happy to get your own premium banking, we will handle all the bureaucracy for you 💅💅💅 because who are you to be running to the notary.
Enjoy your benefits in as little as 3 weeks.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-29
🐈⬛💅🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-28
At Futurum Georgia by MEXC in Tbilisi, our representative Samuela Davidova had the honor of moderating the panel:
“Crypto Without Borders — The Caucasus Perspective of Business Opportunities & Regulation.”
The discussion brought insights from:
Andranik Togramadzhian (Togramadzhian & Partners)
Gvantsa Elgendashvili (SBC Legal)
Mikhail Uspenskiy (Parallax)
Together, they explored how regulation is shaping Web3 across the Caucasus, and what opportunities exist for cross-border collaboration.
Thank you to FUTURUM events for providing such a platform for dialogue.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-26
Just the beginning.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-26
"All peoples have the equal right to self-determination. According to this right they freely determine their political status and freely determine their economic, social and cultural development. States shall respect this right and the principle of territorial integrity shall not unilaterally form an obstacle to its implementation." Article I, Universal Declaration of the Rights of Peoples
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-26
Is your country asking you to submit recommendations on the company law?
That’s something you’d likely want to, though.
This is what direct democracy comes with 🤝🏻
Liberland brings together the best working principles in the world, moving them to the next level. That’s what 10+y of Vit Jedlicka ‘s investigation of the international political principles came up with and resulted in the birth of the freest country in the world.
10 years in and the fully functioning governance is flawlessly running. Thanks to the team of Derek Silva we’re happily on the blockchain.
History in making as an inspiring sovereign entity bringing the innovation to become the norm?
Yes, please.
Seriously interested to be our citizen?
DM me, I’ll be happy to make you an introduction to increase your chances to pass our onboarding call and become a Liberlander.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-25
Every metrics tells the same story. Forward.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-25
*going to a meeting in Cyprus at 11.50*
Taxi driver asks me how am I doing
- tired 😸
- oh it’s just the morning
*my Central European brain still not adapting to countries considering 12pm the morning 🤯*
😏😏😏
P.S. Georgia 🇬🇪 is the same
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-25
1 year ago.
I felt so deeply proud in the moment, awaiting my own keynote. Item on my 3-year wish list. Very personally meaningful.
Internally to me that was a kick off to some deeper inner shift of reality. Now it synced, finally, after a year, and I feel inner desire to move somewhere further.
I understand new horizons show up with higher altitude, so... I'll keep going, while my brain be onto something 🤓
it feels more like ready for uncertainty and it's just right! let unstructured happen
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
🐈⬛
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
The space investment landscape is transforming rapidly, and our COO Rina Faber just shared critical insights at the "Investing in Space: Capital, Risk, and Long-Term Value" panel at WikiEXPO
Key market dynamics driving this $1.8 trillion opportunity:
📊 Geographic diversification is accelerating European private space investment grew from 3% in 2019 to 22% in 2024, while defense-focused applications now represent 53% of public investment with 18% annual growth.
🛰 Infrastructure demand is exploding
450+ lunar missions are planned through 2033, each costing $1.6-1.9 billion. Yet teams still waste months reinventing basic mission planning with disconnected tools.
🤝 Collaboration is becoming critical
The Artemis Accords now include 56 countries, but the infrastructure for global collaboration at scale simply doesn't exist yet.
Our approach at LunCo:
We're building the "GitHub for space missions" - an open-source platform that combines AI-powered design validation with blockchain-secured IP protection. When mission costs drop to 1000$ per kilogram, you can't afford to spend months on design work that should take weeks.
The companies that become the infrastructure layer - the tools every space mission uses - will capture value across all emerging space industries.
Bottom line: We're not just building software. We're building the collaborative infrastructure for the space economy.
#SpaceInfrastructure #LunCo #SpaceCollaboration #LunarExploration #SpaceTech
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
👩🏻🚀🪐🔭
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
Just wrapped up panel discussion on "Investing in Space: Capital, Risk, and Long-Term Value" at WikiEXPO and I'm energized by what we're witnessing in the space economy right now.
🎤 Huge thanks to George Troullias (Founder & Director, KITION) for moderating this discussion alongside Justin Gao (thank you for the invitation!) and amazing co-panelists:
👥 My dear friend Samuela Davidova, representing Liberland and co-founder of LL Space Agency - always inspiring to see how new nations are entering the space race with fresh perspectives!
🤝 George A Danos, President of Cyprus Space Exploration Organisation (CSEO) - truly honored to meet you and I'm looking forward to exploring potential collaboration opportunities. The work CSEO is doing is remarkable!
Three key insights I shared that every investor should consider:
🚀 We're at the "last spike moment" - Just as the transcontinental railroad opened the American frontier in 1869, SpaceX's Starship is making orbital access truly scalable. The railroad boom didn't just transport goods; it created entirely new industries. We're seeing the same pattern in space.
💡 The bottleneck is shifting - While launch costs plummet to potential $10-20/kg targets, mission design and coordination are becoming the real challenges. Teams still spend a lot of hours per week on data transfer errors using 5-15 disconnected tools.
🌐 Collaboration is the new competitive advantage - With 80+ space agencies worldwide, success requires platforms that enable global cooperation. Traditional proprietary systems weren't built for this new reality.
At LunCo, we're building the collaborative infrastructure that will power the next generation of space missions.
The space economy is projected to grow from $613 billion today to $1.8 trillion by 2035. The question isn't whether this will happen - it's which companies will set the standards and capture the platform value.
What excites you most about the commercialization of space?
🔗 Follow the full panel discussion: https://lnkd.in/g4jMRuYE
#SpaceInvestment #Space #LunarExploration #SpaceEconomy #Cyprus #Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
On September 20, the #Web3 Armenia community was excited to be part of Futurum GEORGIA by MEXC in Tbilisi — a powerful day dedicated to #Crypto x iGaming x #AI. 🚀
From inspiring panels and startup pitches to engaging conversations with investors, builders, and innovators, the event highlighted the incredible momentum shaping the region’s tech ecosystem. 🌍✨
We’re proud to see #Armenia represented in this vibrant community and look forward to more collaborations across the Caucasus and beyond. 🙌
Artyom Harutyunyan Véta Danielyan Arman Mamyan Andranik Togramadzhian Razmik Stepanyan Silva Gevorgyan
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
What do you plan to show your grandchildren? 😀 💅
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
Check @ WikiEXPO in Cyprus
Speaking on Digital Assets 2030 and Investment in Space ❤️🔥
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
Live from WikiEXPO in Cyprus! 🇨🇾
It’s huuuuge
Many people
Beautiful venue
Really wow! 😍
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
These boards with speakers 🫰🏻 aww
WikiEXPO Cyprus
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-24
Live behind the scenes:
Cyprus 🇨🇾
Getting a good night sleep for recovery
To jump into rush: shower, makeup, hair, prepare for today’s panels, pack things with me, get a quick meal in local bistro, get a cab 🚕 and let’s go to the conference!
Wish me luck 🫰🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-23
Love the 21st century!
Immigration to Cyprus resolved in a minute.
9.5/10
[you anyway come physically to the officer who checks and collects the printed paper and one officer checks the print quality 😀]
What’s your best experience with migration overall?
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-23
Am I going to Montenegro???!!! 🇲🇪 ayyyy yes!
Very bullish and can’t wait to explore the area! Anyone to connect with? Feel free to initiate some introductions!
Looking forward 🤝🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-23
Delayed flight to Cyprus 🇨🇾?
No problem
Enjoying my unlimited airport lounges pass thanks to having premium cards with my banking.
Unlimited drinks and food, comfortable seatings ~ it really soothes the lengthy waiting for the plane. It especially compounds when I travel more often.
And I don’t even mention the fast track around the world and concierge service 😀
Happy to open your Premium bank account remotely for you 🤝🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-23
I’ll be honest.
I haven’t expected this.
The more I grow - not pseudo grow, but actually grow to be myself the way I am, the more…
The more it gets
*imperfect
*unstructured
*unpredictable
*fearful
*and sometimes I lose it - say getting really angry on other drivers in the car 😀
In the past I’d likely shame myself for it
But I feel so honest with myself in the first place, uncensored
I don’t dream of waking up at 5am, I want to wake up without alarm.
I don’t dream anymore of being featured by Forbes because most of the articles are just paid PR.
I don’t care about making it to as many events as possible but I want to speak at places I find interesting and deeper - that includes both a small libertarian community event in the mountains in November AND bigger Montenegro conference in two weeks.
I don’t wanna impress even myself, I feel more and more like I follow own curiosity and interest.
I don’t wanna grow out of proving and validating.
I don’t shy away to admit though how great I feel to be recognized, noticed, welcomed! I arrive and people are really looking forward to meet me in person. It feels so warm!
I don’t wanna ‘act humble’. I really enjoy generosity and attention of others.
I don’t wanna play it safe anymore which feels understandable and predictable, as if I outlined and planned the future life. I feel ready to swim in the unknown waters, I feel ready to welcome randomness.
Setting goals myself I can only get to the limit of my own imagination.
Letting go [while maintaining own direction], I can get at the extent of what world has to offer.
I really value the balance as it offers a new dimension of opportunities.
A new dimension of life.
Go. I don’t shy away from wanting it all.
On my way to Cyprus to speak at WikiEXPO tomorrow 😈
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-23
This weekend was on fire! Tbilisi goes big.
Video Faraj Abutalibov
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-23
Me looking at our Liberland calendar for the next weeks trying to arrange an appointment for beauty stuff. So real. 😀
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-22
the more you do the more you do 🔥
feels bullish
i hope whatever you do you feel the positive compounding effect
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-22
my gosh... I can't express how I feel crazy mindblown.
series of world-class events just finished in Tbilisi, Georgia, and I am meant to pack to fly to Cyprus tomorrow for Wiki Finance EXPO.
then I be back home for three days, unpack and pack again and go to Singapore.
unpack, pack and Montenegro 😀
driving back home in my cabriolet, I felt that fire in my body.
I wanna go big
like I just collected dividends for the previous effort I brought in, I feel in sync, processed what was going on in the last one year [it was a ride] and I wanna go further. I feel ready to keep moving, with even more confidence and calm. And drive.
The next KPIs to be mix of 'aliveness', excitement and relaxation. Going deeper in areas which may feel contradictory to some, but to me they're about self-awareness in the first place. go, go.
yeah it feels like some another chapter begins. [despite technically I do the same like before just having home - base, and going to the world at the same time. exactly as I wanted - to have it all]
I have that gut feeling you might know..
you know, when you don't know yet what's out there on the horizon, but you wanna climb a bit higher to have a look. To see those new horizons which are only visible after a few more steps of the hike, which feels very lengthy. those horizons you wouldn't even think of. that's the beauty of randomness in life: life has some much more interesting experiences for us than we'd come up with.
I feel a strange gratitude for adulthood problems. same as when leaving from vipassana: adulthood is beyond sitting and observing, with problems native to being alive, and that's perfectly beautiful. It's beautiful to exercise own capacity overcoming obstacles, and moving forward. Not hiding from the problems behind pseudo-productivity. Meditation is an exercise of awareness in the everyday, not a separate part of routine. Getting ready works the same.
full gas.
🔥🙂
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-20
𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱!
BiFinance and Biconomy now recognize Liberland E-Resident IDs and Liberland passports in their KYC processes.
This is another step toward global recognition of Liberland’s sovereignty. ✨
For Liberlanders, this means:
✅ Access to more exchanges & services
✅ Easier onboarding with trusted crypto platforms
✅ Stronger global presence for our digital nation
Every time a major platform accepts Liberland IDs, our freedom-first vision grows stronger.
Read more about what this means for Liberland’s future 👉 https://lnkd.in/gbfBDZEg
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-20
🚀
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-20
Yesterday in Tartu, we gathered with colleagues from the University of Oxford and the University of Tartu to reflect on the Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization’s Universal Declaration of the Rights of Peoples, a visionary text drafted in Estonia in the 1990s and still deeply relevant in today’s world.
Drafted here in Estonia and adopted by UNPO in Tallinn in 2001, the Declaration is groundbreaking in placing peoples — not only states or individuals — at the heart of international rights. Its emphasis on self-determination, culture, identity, and the right to a healthy environment is more urgent than ever.
Policy makers, academics, communities, and organisations need to break silos, connect expertise, and act proactively. By learning, sharing concerns, and even disagreeing, we take small but vital steps toward protecting the rights of peoples to self-identification and self-determination. During the workshop we did exactly this: rethink strategies together to continue our work on ensuring the voices of unrepresented nations and peoples remain central in the struggle for justice and democracy.
My heartfelt thanks to Prof. Eiki Berg, Prof. Fiona McConnell, and Dr. Alex Manby for their leadership in making this workshop possible, and to all speakers and participants for their valuable insights and engagement throughout the day.
#UNPO #RightsOfPeoples #SelfDetermination #HumanRights #Estonia #Oxford #Tartu #StrategicSolidarity
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-20
Another crypto day in Georgia 🇬🇪 Futurum 2025!
Always great to see fellow colleagues and friends, and as well to discover new network 🙌🏻
Asterium is making its debut in this region and I am happy to tell more in DMs ✍🏻
Munisa Nosirova Artyom Harutyunyan Andranik Togramadzhian Silva Gevorgyan Razmik Stepanyan Samuela Davidova
#web3 #network
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-19
🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-19
🔥 LIVE from Georgia!
The Liberland delegation is on the ground, joining Web3 events around the DGFI Blockchain Conference.
🌍 We’re connecting with founders and innovators from all around the world and taking part in an interview with the Spain-based Women in Web3 community.
Exciting days for Liberland as we strengthen global connections and showcase our vision in Georgia! 🇬🇪✨
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-19
Kick off to the DGFI Conference side events with Marina Rioni organized brunch by Pruvendo
Great to connect with Founders & C-levels and chat what's new @ Liberland
Incredible to see how the Caucasus region positions itself in a much competitive way over the years. 🔥
It made me wonder I should resume the podcast on what's going on in the region 😀 hm hm hm? 😈
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-19
Tbilisi DGFI Conference & side events kick off 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-19
Lovely brunch with inspiring people!
Thank you, Marina Rioni , for hosting today’s C-Level brunch in Tbilisi. Great conversations, unexpected connections, and delicious food.
Special thanks to Andrey Lyashin and Pruvendo for the support, and a shout-out to Georgia Crypto Club for bringing the community together
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-18
sounds hot?
We're happy to assist remotely opening your Premium bank account for you. Yes, we will handle that notary visit and associated paperwork for you too!
More information at https://lnkd.in/dxnfghyQ
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-18
one year ago @ token2049 side event 🔥
meanwhile behind the scenes now, we're getting ready to even more events in the next weeks!
where can I meet you?
*this weekend - Tbilisi, Georgia - DGFI Conference & side events - the work of Mikheil Didebulidze is massively compounding every year! big congratulations
*24 Sept - WikiEXPO in Cyprus - huge finance-related conference. I'll join two talks - investing in space & digital assets 2030
*token2049 side events & Network State conference in Singapore where I arranged our President a keynote 🔥
feels wild! Much more coming in October - yeahhh this list is just the upcoming three weeks 😀
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-18
🌍 Exciting news from Liberland!
Our representative Samuela Davidova will be speaking at FUTURUM GEORGIA by MEXC — the premier gathering at the crossroads of Crypto, iGaming & AI.
📍 September 20 | Tbilisi, Georgia
✨ What’s happening:
— 20+ speakers & panels on Web3, trading, iGaming, mining & AI
— Startup Pitch Battle with rising founders
— Investors, KOLs & decision-makers from across the region
— Expo, networking lounges & VIP spaces
— Afterparty to wrap it all up in style 🪩🥂
🎙️ Liberland at the center stage:
Samuela Davidova will moderate the VIP Breakfast and speak on the panel:
Crypto Without Borders — The Caucasus Perspective of Business Opportunities and Regulation
A cross-border discussion with experts from Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia on the future of crypto and Web3 innovation in the region.
💸 Tickets from just $35 — Early Birds still available!
🎟️ Use promo code LIBERLAND for 15% off → futurumevent.com/georgia
💙 Powered by MEXC: Your easiest way to crypto.
👉 Don’t miss the Caucasus’ premier tech gathering. See you in Tbilisi 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-16
the craziest thing to me about travels is having to get used to those things you take for granted, as if they were universal [some gold tips below]
how you orient at the train station
how you pay and with what
how you withdraw your money
how you get your groceries
how does the delivery work
this can get super tiring because it takes extra mental resource - you bring awareness to things you just oversee under normal conditions
the least thing I would care to worry about tho is whether one has access to own money or not
what I figured out that works for me to avoid issues [and our clients whom we helped to open the premium Georgian bank account remotely]:
1. Diversify your banking - as best among different countries / regions
2. Diversify your money - have some balance in diff accounts
3. Inform your bank before planning to travel and request to unblock your cards for particular country and particular timeline. [if you traveled to some weird places, likely you know what I mean...] - there are certain security precautions that make sense, while can be obstructing you when you travel and need to have access to your money
4. Separate the cards usage - if you have multiple cards per your account [like our clients have at their Georgian bank account], you can use one card for certain cases and then freeze it, without freezing your whole account. This keeps your funds safe.
5. make a quick research before arriving to the country - ask AI on how common it is to use cash vs cards in the country you're headed to, if cash, then where to withdraw at the airport or in the city and which ATMs are charging fee or not. The Premium accounts we open at highest plan don't charge the fee, but usually your bank charges 2% at withdrawal (on top to the bank's exchange rate). Usually, I go with paying everything by card (then you end up paying just the exchange rate fee which you get everywhere anyway). If cash - say in Thailand - then I withdraw the highest available amount (set by the ATM) because the fee is charged anyway by the ATM + use my premium card for no withdrawal fee.
lemme know if you have other tips in the comments or if you encountered something uncomfortable while travelling that makes it hard for you
hope that helps!
share the tips with your friends, it can help a lot
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-16
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Samuela Davidová
2025-09-15
Bullish to moderate the VIP brunch & web3 legal panel of FUTURUM EVENT in Tbilisi, Georgia this Saturday!
Fascinating to observe how the country develops in web3 events through the years.
Friday is BIG for dgfi.io conference ~ DGFI Conference🔥
Saturday goes to the side events - and there are plenty of! [including Futurum]
It makes me feel quite proud and warm.
The region gets more and more attention = and more and more cashflow.
Ayayay.
Can't imagine where that gets in a year, or two. I can already see how it compounds.
Proud and humble to enjoy the ride.
Georgia goes. :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-15
Wanna pay your taxes with the crypto wallet?
No problem.
Good job, Georgia Revenue Service • შემოსავლების სამსახური.
Don't you say you don't have that there in the "first world / west" :D
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-15
the upcoming weeks will be wild
meet me:
20 Sept - Futurum Georgia ~ Georgia 2025 - https://lnkd.in/d_7ivSTT
23 Sept - Wiki Finance EXPO VIP pre-party, Cyprus
24 Sept - Wiki Finance EXPO conference, Cyprus
30 Sept - 4 Oct Singapore [token side events & Network State conference]
Oct ~ some Dubai events + maybe Uzbekistan
7-9 Nov libertarian meetup @ Georgia [w Montelibero & Liberstadt people]
11 Nov - Wiki Finance EXPO @ Dubai
and more to come!
Looking forward to seeing you around 🔥
S
/ greetings from Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-15
can't wait!
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-15
🌐 Panel Preview | Wiki Finance EXPO Cyprus 2025
📅 Sept 24 | 11:50 - 12:30
📌 Digital Assets 2030: The Full Integration of Crypto Finance and the Real World
🎤 Moderator
Savvas Agathangelou – Co-Founder & Head of Brand, The Luxury Playbook
👥 Panelists
Loretta Joseph – Chair, International Digital Asset Exchange Association (IDAXA) | Consultant, Financial Services Commission Jamaica
Lt Col Keron Burrell JP, FCA, MJIM – Executive Director, Financial Services Commission Jamaica
Samuela Davidova – Representative, Liberland
Andrew Nayman – CEO, Magic Square
💡 Discussion Focus:
By 2030, will crypto finance be fully integrated into the real economy? This panel will explore the path toward mass adoption, the role of regulators, and how digital assets could transform financial systems, businesses, and everyday life.
#WikiFinanceEXPO #Cyprus2025 #DigitalAssets #Crypto #FinTech
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-12
join me in Tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-12
Our representative Samuela Davidova will be speaking at FUTURUM GEORGIA by MEXC — the premier gathering at the crossroads of Crypto, iGaming & AI.
📍 September 20, Tbilisi
A powerful day of insights, networking & next-gen tech.
✨ What’s happening:
— 20+ speakers & panels on Web3, trading, iGaming, mining & AI
— Startup Pitch Battle with rising founders
— Investors, KOLs & decision-makers from across the region
— Expo, Networking Lounges & VIP spaces
— Afterparty to wrap it all up in style 🪩🥂
🎙️ Headline Speakers include Tobias Bauer (TBV), Alexey Ten (MEXC), Irakli Kashibadze (Future Laboratory VC), and more.
💸 Tickets from just $35 — Early Birds still live: futurumevent.com/georgia
🎟️ Promo code LIBERLAND for 15% off
💙 Powered by MEXC: Your easiest way to crypto
Don’t miss the Caucasus’ premier tech gathering. See you in Tbilisi 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-10
europe normalizes terrible services and conditions
if you there, likely you don't even notice how things slowly... well, get more annoying, and difficult
as if one had to explain oneself all the time for everything related to own effort - the society punishes you if you're successful. The more you get, the more you pay, the more you explain.
it's more 'beneficial' to be poor and loser, not to have ambitions
at least to avoid the shame and GUILT for wanting to actualizing own life
anyway
I didn't come to complain
I believe the way out is to find such solutions working for the individual, use global opportunism to maximum and take care of oneself in the first place
... and stop using services that abuse you.
that's why I left Europe and moved to Georgia [the country]
that's why I travel the world for higher variability and greater connections
and that's why with Pavol Luptak we help people to embrace global opportunism: with Premium Georgian banking we open for clients remotely in ~ 3 weeks, handling all the tiring paperwork - or Pavol with his Uruguayan, Panamanian or Paraguayan services.
I enjoy inner consistency so that others enjoyed life
sante and have a great week
Happy to assist to get more opportunities and perks for your banking.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-09
I hope your bank gives you such benefits [isn't that a norm?] or likely there's something wrong.
get your Georgian Premium bank now - we got you with all the paperwork, notary, apostille stuff. Yeah! We handle it. You'll enjoy your benefits in ~3 weeks from now.
enjoy enjoy
normalize something better.
DM me.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-09
My daily withdrawal limit with a GEORGIAN Premium bank account is ~ 37k$ and no transfer limits. West is going wild wild, poor people getting used to the terrible expensive services, while normalizing them and rationalizing them
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-07
BRITISH CAPITAL CONTROL
🇬🇧 The UK government now limits cash withdrawals to £3,000 every 24h.
When state authorization is required to access your money, it’s no longer your money.
I’ve been warning you: European countries are bankrupt and will try to seize your assets.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-06
Our Liberland leader - our President Vit Jedlicka celebrates birthday today! Live well and wish you energy, drive and patience to move even more mountains in the upcoming year 🏔️
Thank you for the inspiration, bravery and never giving up.
Lib-lib-lib!
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-05
do I feel special having premium cards?
honestly?
yeah! totally
I feel treated like a client, I enjoy perks coming with the premium cards - both mastercard & visa, multi currency account, everything solved remotely...
quite shocking such accounts are a standard in places like Georgia, while European banking felt more like from the past century
anyway - that's why with Pavol Luptak we help westerners - especially the global citizens - to get their Premium Georgian Bank account remotely :) we handle all that annoying paperwork, including notary and apostille, so you don't have to worry about where to find some office esp. during your travels.
DM to get your premium banking <3
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-03
what people share about themselves is usually defining them very fast
what do we say first? what do we pride with?
is it something we put our effort into, or is it what was granted to us without anything done from our end?
Getting to know thousands of people every year, above all, I've learned to read people somewhat faster. Maybe there be error rate; certainly, I do not talk about making great friends, but to distinguish fast who's worthy my time, effort and resource investment.
I am all into creating intentional connections, and people who are interesting to me, are a big deal to me.
What they have in common?
*they are intentional themselves
*they live in reality, here and now, while having a vision for the future
*they are self-driven, they don't wait till someone comes to create opportunities for them
thoughts?
I can see how I got more clarity on that once I started meeting massively more people. Then you have to choose fast. I am glad I experienced quite a bit of diversity to understand how many people there are who share the values and drive. You just have to be in the right rooms, then the hit rate is high and the noise is low.
right rooms > talk to many people > observe > filter > invest in the top you wanna be surrounded by
ultimately, there are awesome and interesting people in every place, but some locations (countries, cities) make it much easier to connect
enjoy and be The Freeist
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-02
his is NOT for those hesitating
one last day
first ever in the history of the civilization - commercial space mission on the asteroid
have YOUR NAME there 🔥
there are only last two slots and the deadline is now. Please DM to Vit Jedlicka if you wanna be part of, this is time sensitive.
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-02
the most rewarding feeling I built over the last months is definitely this -
not 'getting rid of stress'
not 'getting used to'
stage feels like a living room
like it's an appropriate place to be at
I deeply value what we build with Liberland
I love to see how we inspire millions of people around the world.
to me, it's about the value of freedom, about questioning the status quo, questioning the norms, about reminding people of the social constructs and that the reality is borderless.
I feel great pride we implemented blockchain into the governance, we enjoy the 100% reserve in Bitcoin, or that we finalised the constitution. This wouldn't be possible not only without more than 80+ representatives around the world, and plenty of colleagues sitting without the laptop around the world, moving the Liberland forward behind the scenes. And, of course, our dear President, who truly has the skin in the game and endless dedication.
But, I see the great value of the supporters. I am very well aware that those 800.000+ people registered with us are just a small fraction of the total awareness on what we do. We gather community around the world. We have people joining us for the events in our Ark in Serbia. We got more and more settlers coming to Liberland itself.
There are millions of people around the world, who get inspired, who want to support, join, volunteer, settle.
And I know that to the many people, we bring hope and perspective: things could be done differently. And it's realistic, it's possible, no matter what your government told you.
I recently celebrated 3 years with Liberland. Three years since I started volunteering myself. That made me see much more such change around myself in the world, too.
I understand certain practices you may see around, feel discouraging.
I believe, the world is always in balance.
There are places which aim to innovate, move forward, create freer market opportunities. And we are happy to talk to them, to see if we can do anything together, or contribute.
I believe it's not a fight that causes change.
It's creation.
Go deliver and enjoy <3
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-01
here we go again
8pm
Monday
I found dozens of new contacts, cold reached new events, conferences, founders, country representatives, journalists, for Liberland connections / partnerships or just to engage like human beings.
I used to invalidate the small stuff like wishing happy birthday but our great leader taught me it matters. I started doing it and then I realized how much he is right. It's these little things, supportive comments, showcasing the brand around little by little, genuinely helping people - or asking how we can help.
Yeah, there are countries where you should send email and they are obliged by law to reply, but it doesn't really build a relationship.
The wild thing is what we do today will deliver the result in a year, or ten, or who knows when. The relationships compound, so does this type of work.
It's 8pm and I should close my laptop, because this won't be done even at midnight. This will never be done. We're building a country. You're likely building a company. Or even if you're just building yourself. It will never be done, there will never be some perfect stage when there will be no more work to be put in.
I think what helps me is to zoom out a bit - how do I actually want to spend my life?
I totally love to work on Liberland - you constantly figure out how to resolve some interesting problems [how to increase the ease of getting recognition in XYZ? what's the least effort high impact thing I can do today?]
while at the same time life is colorful - there are friends, health, walking outside, slowly drinking tea, visiting nature, travels... that's how do I wanna live - have it all. I want to build my life around having it all: about having there what I want to do.
Say looking back when I be 70yo, I won't really congratulate myself for spending all days hustling...
I love hard work and I deeply value it; so as I do value the life outside of it, too. Great thing is we do not have to pick just one. We can have in our life exactly what we choose to have there. There's a great freedom in intention.
So yeah, I wish you great connections, efficiency, and life.
night night!
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-01
We will talk about 2030.
Why?
We can - because we're building the future norms.
I'm joining the panel at Wiki finance expo in Cyprus!
See you on the 24 September 🔥
We're a proud governmental partner with Liberland
The panel will be extra enriching - I am joining:
* Savvas Agathangelou
* Loretta Joseph
* Lt Col Keron Burrell JP, FCA, MJIM
* Andrew Nayman
Who's around?
#cyprus
Join us: https://lnkd.in/dksXBrNc
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-01
Can't wait to talk on space investments in Cyprus at Wiki finance expo! See you on the 24 September 🔥 We're a proud governmental partner.
We got a panel with:
* George Troullias
* George A Danos
* Rina Faber
and me to represent Liberland Space Programme of Liberland
It will be deeply enriching to me to exchange thoughts on the space industry from the financial and opportunist perspective!
Who's around?
#cyprus
https://lnkd.in/dksXBrNc
Samuela Davidová
2025-09-01
My favorite Premium banking perks?
no more waiting at the security at the airport be that 🥹
Get yours. We handle everything for you to get your premium banking remotely: https://lnkd.in/dxnfghyQ
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-30
looking for +1 crypto girl for Sunday 7pm padel [beginners, it can be your first time to try!] 🇬🇪 Tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-29
Your name on the asteroid? ☄️
Join the private space mission 🫰🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-28
After Successful Mission to the Moon and Sending Prime Minister to Space, Liberland Flag is on First Commercial Mission to Asteroid!
https://lnkd.in/ge2gQJQJ
Now is a great time to finalize your citizenship application, and get your name included on this asteroid mission!
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-27
forget bureaucracy
line at the notary
apostille
months of waiting in some countries just to... get a stamp.
no no no
we removed all this and the clients just literally fill out the paper, send us the photo / scan and then get the message from my colleague 'you're account has been open, your online banking details are in your SMS, please if you need any more assistance, let us know. The bank will email you your premium cards delivery details' :)
It really brings joy to see more global citizens enjoying their premium banking. <3 love
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-23
Representing the freest country in the world means...
you will go to the places you never thought of.
Surprisingly enough - countries like Kyrgyzstan are MUCH MORE fascinating than, say, ... France?
you be just wondering, sitting in the 'west', how come?!
honestly?
these places - be it Kyrgyzstan, or Georgia where I chose to be, or plenty of other countries, they are much more into innovations
Europe has to take care - so that everything wouldn't fall apart tomorrow :D
*in Georgia I pay 1% tax - along with plenty of other entrepreneurs living there - and new ones moving in
*in Kyrgyzstan, small businesses pay ZERO tax [and the capital city was far cleaner than most places I visited in Europe]
reading the objectives of such countries, what steps they're taking, I can see the trend on what they are into:
- how can we attract more investment?
- how can we implement blockchain?
- how can we become more digital, efficient, faster, cheaper?
in Liberland we build the freest country from scratch. We just celebrated 10 years - that's a decade of hard work [I've been in for the last three years and I can see how fast this compounds]. We inspired by the best that's there - be it Singapore, Switzerland practices, or UAE; and we upgrade that to the next level.
blockchain based elections? of course
fully transparent government? here you are
and we are happy to help other countries getting the same direction
we are glad to see them grow; it only makes sense to be part of the journey and make the world a better place.
no surprise such places are developing much faster today with their narrative and openness for change.
can't wait to visit Kyrgyzstan again. Will see you around!
and you, do you find more attractive places which 'try to not fall apart', or those that are moving forward and keep improving? where would you love to live yourself?
Take care!
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-22
can you guess who asks the most for the bank account diversification?
no, no... our clients aren't from the CIS countries [Russia, Kazakhstan...] as you may assume - and it'd make sense: they don't have access to the usual European solutions such as Wise or Revolut.
despite the common sense - this guess is wrong
It is the clients who can diversify in a way, but only in the restricted area. And it makes no difference.
What do I mean?
If you have two accounts in the EU country, the restrictions for both accounts are the same.
Yes, I still encourage everyone to open additional accounts - please, get your Wise account as it's super low effort, easy, fast, and it's pretty reliable. [I don't like Revolut myself and I do not find it very reliable personally, but whatever works for you.]
You DO want to have multiple bank accounts even within that one area, simply to not put all the eggs into one basket. When abroad, your bank may flag your withdrawals as suspicious and you don't wanna end up without the access to your money.
please, please, just DO IT NOW, do not postpone that.
but again: the restrictions apply for the whole area equally.
bank transfer limitations anyone?
extensive explanations for your transfers?
low withdrawal limits?
repetitive questioning on the source of money, especially after every transfer?
stopped ridiculous payments [my favorite was my 5$ payment to the governmental agency that was stopped by Revolut. They flagged it as suspicious. :D]
it sounds totally insane to me, but this is the reality for my European friends.
bad news?
guys, you don't really have many options.
You live in the illusion of options, where they are all the same.
I am happy we help with Pavol Luptak to the clients all around the world to get their premium Georgian bank accounts remotely.
But honestly?
We feel a bit sorry in the first place to see the world going this direction, making it hard for people to keep and use their money. We dream of a freer world.
The best we can do at this point is to just help accommodate the diversified solutions.
The good news?
I believe that the world is always in balance - I can see as the 'west' becomes more restricted, many parts of the world improve, open and offer more options than ever.
Are you positive yourself or you see it all back? What's your must-do hack to survive this craziness?
take care of yourself
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-21
Thank you Vit Jedlicka, Rod Mamin & Liberland Space Programme <3
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-21
the point is NOT to run away
I get it if that's exactly what you wanna do tho :D
so what's the middle ground out there actually?
the core is about something totally different...
your life belongs to YOU. You are free, deeply, if you choose so. Yes, I understand we may like to serve others, live for others, there's your government etc. But at the core, your life is yours.
you can literally decide to go another way *tomorrow* or even *now* and just go do it. likely you don't do it because you're afraid of judgment etc. that's ok
the truth is, that the adaptability and flexibility, at the core... well.. you embody it. It's nothing to 'gain', or learn. Rather to 'return to'.
yet, this is not a complete way out... no, no. Not just yet.
embodying the freedom which is of your own is just the first step
then, you have to decide - so what is it, the way you want to live, where, whom do you want to surround yourself with?
and, you have to act. To be honest, no one else really cares.
isn't that scary?
that the biggest limitation standing in our own way is.. ourselves?
Yeah, that's why I came up with the The Freeist concept. I will publish the book in the next months. Yay yay. I hope that to serve some of those, who dare.
it isn't meant to alienate from others.
it is meant to not alienate from oneself.
<3
Take care out there,
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-21
She turns 30y on Monday. Wild!
If you'd love to bring me some extra joy to overcome this existential phase 🥹😀 I'd feel extra warm and supported!
I created a wishlist with some options and even links - it's super easy to deliver something remotely in Georgia either when ordering at Wolt, Veli.store, Glovo or dressup.ge
Of course peony roses are always welcome too :)
or other nice surprise
For the address and contact for the delivery, please, DM me.
Thank you <3
Sam
wishlist ✨ here
https://lnkd.in/d6-N2X-6
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-20
I grew up in Central Europe
I grew up believing that we are the center of the universe, everyone knows Bata shoes and drives Skoda car
a few years later, working in Vienna, I learned the management of Skoda cars isn't in Czechia [where I am from]. the nationalist pride got a decent reality check.
no one wears Bata shoes either...
even more years later, back in 2020, I decided to move to Georgia
honestly? I was super sceptical.
I expected the bare minimum
instead, I got
*modern premium banking with much better UX than what I got in "my" 'developed Europe'
*more deeper feeling of personal freedom without feeling I breathe illegally too much air :D
*much more sense of self-responsibility - that truly comes with personal freedom
is that perfect here?
totally not. With low bureaucracy comes more attempts-errors cycles. it's not 'playing it safe', but it's much more 'playing it' in reality. much more small businesses, much more dependence and initiative to build social ties rather than relying on the 'big government'. Forget mandatory social & health care - welcome to self-accountability, or otherwise you got no one to blame.
this 100% isn't for everyone!
I understand if people choose to stay where they are abused, work half of the year for free - just to pay for 'their government', excusing that as 'there's no other way'.
I understand it's easier to say 'what???? but I was paying you for all my life, you cant do it' - while they 'just do it', but at least you don't feel the heaviness of self-responsibility.
I understand that building social ties can feel vulnerable and many just choose to isolate instead.
it's ok.
but I can't be silent: I must tell - hey, it doesn't have to be like that all life.
I must tell - there are plenty of places out there and one may work for you better.
I must tell - life is for living, not for suffering. Choose well for yourself; you deserve just that.
I deeply wish you felt like you are in the place that works just for you.
To me that's Georgia, and I feel glad I can bring at least some parts of it to our clients globally to benefit, even if remotely, from some of its perks. For life - they may choose whatever works for them. And that's just right. My role here isn't to tell what's better for someone.
Take care and be well,
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-19
can't wait to see you in Cyprus, guys!
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-19
🌍 Exciting times ahead at 𝗪𝗶𝗸𝗶 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗢 𝗖𝘆𝗽𝗿𝘂𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱🚀 WikiEXPO
We are thrilled to kick off our speaker highlights series with the first 12 incredible thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers who will be taking the stage this year. They represent diverse expertise across finance, blockchain, investment, compliance, and innovation:
🔹 Marios Tannousis – CEO, Invest Cyprus - CIPA
🔹 Demetris Skourides – Chief Scientist, CTO & Chief AI Officer, Republic of Cyprus
🔹 Vit Jedlicka – President, Free Republic of Liberland
🔹 Justin Sun – Founder, TRON
🔹 Samuela Davidova – Representative, Liberland
🔹 Loretta Joseph – Chair, IDAXA / Consultant, FSC Jamaica
🔹 Naushad Khadun – AML/CFT Subject Matter Expert, iTx Compliance
🔹 Petros Mavrommatis – Board Member, KPMG Cyprus
🔹 Nikolaos Akkizidis – Published Author & Keynote Speaker
🔹 Marina Danylyuk-Kerem – Chief Legal Officer, Gunzilla Games / Co-Founder, MIBIT Group
🔹 Petros Kalaitzis – Chief Strategy Officer, FunderPro
🔹 Marios Lazarou – Board Member & Head of Advisory, KPMG Limited
✨ This is just the beginning — many more outstanding speakers will be revealed in the coming posts, so stay tuned!
📅 The countdown is on — just 35 days to go!
📍 Cyprus
👉 Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and lead the future of finance. Find more information on the link at the comments below.
#WikiEXPO #Finance #Blockchain #Innovation #Leadership #Cyprus2025
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-19
'they make it harder and harder for us to transfer our money, and to use cash!' *sends another proving video on the situation in the European countries*
my client seems so scared
I feel uneasy. I sit peacefully drinking my Oolong tea in Georgia 🇬🇪 with unlimited transfers, airport lounges, fast track at the airport, personal banker, beneficial exchange rates, multi-currency premium account 😀
he still awaits his account to be opened - we got the documents promptly ready for him, not waiting for anything. In the next few days he'll be good to go.
he sends another screenshot on bank transfer limits, this time about Britain.
*I feel uneasy again*... I wonder - well, this is so sad, it's crazy people are willing to accept such a treatment.
I try to give him some understanding:
"Europe makes it extra difficult for people to make, keep and spend their money."
he sends more and more photos 🫠
"it's good you stay informed", I try again.
he continues with more text on the spending of the taxpayers money, limited withdrawals (what's that? 😀)... "...I'll try to find it..." he continues
I feel a bit sorry for him, I feel him, tho. I wouldn't like to be treated like that myself. I don't find it okay someone restricts how I use my money at such an insane level.
I ask him to not search for more information and thank him for the effort. And, well, what can I tell?
"I am very much happy for you choosing the diversification of your assets"
I'd never thought EU based people will be the n1 clients for diversified banking - not just for fun, some plan B, but out of necessity.
the best one can do, overall, is a step forward. This won't be better on its own, no magic. I wouldn't wait for anything - not keeping all eggs in one basket. Not hoping 'next elections change something' while one's life passes.
increased optionality, diversification, and decision making will keep you ahead.
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-17
Do I need to tell anything else?
Just a reminder that in 2025, our clients who got their Premium SOLO bank account [which we helped to remotely open], are enjoying the unlimited airport lounges. AND they can bring extra guests. AAAAND this is not it - the fast track is there too, yes.
So this is the 'banking in the developing country' of Georgia 🇬🇪 [no comment the app is waaay better than what I had in central Europe]
Yes, we can assist and you get your own account and benefits in the next ~ 3 weeks 🔥
You still can make it for your September holidays 😎
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-17
I usually don't do babysitting, but when it comes to our clients...
I really aim to ensure that people get the service I'd love myself - I am all into transparency, communicating what's next, what's the process, etc. Not to overcommunicate - we do not spam the clients. I hate bureaucracy and I trust: I want people to just deliver. At the same time it makes sense to set expectations. I am glad to read it seems we meet just that.
What's that about?
With my business partner, we remotely open Premium bank accounts to our clients around the world. Mostly those are 'global citizen minds', entrepreneurial, who want to diversify, or get a bank account outside the EU, have a plan B, and... also have a couple of premium cards which come with pleasant benefits like airport lounges and fast track :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-16
I feel sooooo tired after the recent travel to Kyrgyzstan, but it was worth it!
Certainly I'd love to have perfect results preferably YESTERDAY, but this is a long term game. I believe I took some initial steps for us there and got lessons learned for the future. I had one decent meeting right before leaving and it was super important.
Over and over I learn the value of connections, thinking long-term and asking first 'what do you think we could do for you?' - in the right places where you actually wanna do something.
Time to get some rest, celebrate my 30th birthday soon, and get ready for the next missions - see you in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Cyprus. Besides, I will happily be in Georgia 🇬🇪 <3
See you around!
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-15
This is super unfair.
Opening bank accounts remotely for global citizens showed me how many people struggle with basic financial tools.
Some are stuck in countries with excessive bureaucracy or banks that don’t understand their needs. Limited transfers, millions of questions about how they spend their money. Yes, I talk about the 'developed countries'!
The Georgian SOLO account is a hidden gem. It’s simple, flexible, and comes with real benefits such as airport lounges, premium cards, personal banker who answer your questions. And we open it for clients remotely so one saves on the flight tickets, or traditional bureaucracy and paperwork: we even handle the notary and apostille for our clients! It's as flawless and easy as I'd wish to be served myself [like a princess 👸🏻 :)].
I don’t like aggressive selling.
So I just share what I know and let people decide.
It’s about freedom and options. Things that everyone deserves. Optionality is super important [and one can't know what one doesn't know!]. The freedom comes from both tho: optionality and taking decisions.
Take care, be well and live well. And be well served :)
Sam
P.S. Yes on the photo this is the bank building for the wealth management department!
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-14
if you were looking for me...
I am proud to join the Kyrgyz-Russian Economic Forum in Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬 on behalf of Liberland.
First impressions?
*digitalisation and simplicity of the Kyrgyz governance for the citizens and tax payers - straightforward online platform
*locals seem very open for connection and collaboration
*high trust-based society
and...
100% we have to be back here! It's incredibly beautiful and it feels very warm. Some of the best first impressions I've ever had.
Hope I will manage to prepare the ground for some future discussions for our President Vit Jedlicka.
Wish me luck!
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-14
Some days I’m on stage explaining blockchain governance to a packed room.
Other days I’m chatting with our clients helping get their first Georgian bank account without leaving their home.
Both feel important.
Both feel connected.
It’s funny how the big ideas of freedom and innovation come down to very practical things: a reliable bank, valuable connections at the conference, initiating collaborations around the globe to build the freest country.
I do not have to pick one tho; I can have and live it all :)
Go do what you enjoy,
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-13
this is totally mindblowing, but NOT ONLY I am happy to assist with opening your bank account for you without having to leave your home
BUT
you can also get your real estate remotely and get a mortgage with your SOLO bank account for it, without being the resident in Georgia or living there.
This is a crazy hidden gem many people don't know about because they wouldn't even think it's possible.
Here you are.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-13
wow! what a load of messages.
I really appreciate you resonate with my recent content here! I deeply appreciate it.
I am just on my way to the Kyrgyz-Russian Economic Forum and will reply to your messages in a bit. Here to learn more on the Kyrgyz economic objectives and activities, network, and hopefully building some diplomatic ties for Liberland.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-13
I’ve been thinking a lot about WHY I do what I do:
with Liberland and the bank accounts in Georgia.
At the core, it’s about freedom. The kind of freedom that’s not just a slogan but practical, applicable, experienced. [I don't mean the socialist buzzword where they turn censorship into protection.]
The freedom to diversify banking in the low-bureaucratic.
The freedom to build a country based on values.
And I wanna bring exactly this to other people.
Globally.
The last few months traveling to new countries confirmed this for me: freedom is a real experience. I don't talk about your freedom to protest, but about truly live freely.
Georgia fits that. It’s a place where I feel the difference between bureaucracy and trust. [this is a big deal actually: lower bureaucracy and reliance on 'parenting structures' like the government make people build more human-level trust]
That’s why I live here, and why I help others open accounts here remotely. But I am glad to share the awareness on this [still] hidden gem country to you to. And I can build Liberland from here.
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-12
Did you know that non-residents can apply for a mortgage in Georgia through premium banking services?
Our streamlined process is designed to make property investment simple and accessible
Apply today and take the next step toward securing your investment in Georgia: https://go.solo.ge/4lzvSbK
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-12
Trying to open a quality bank account in many countries is a nightmare.
Some people spend months locked in endless paperwork, additional KYC questions, constant delays, no responses.
Our clients whom we helped to open SOLO accounts in Georgia 🇬🇪 avoid all that.
No residency needed. We handle the paperwork and open it remotely on their behalf. Unlimited transfers. Airport lounges. Premium cards. Personal banker.
It is freedom that lets you focus on what matters instead of paperwork.
This is one of the hidden gems I take from my travels around the world, and I am glad I can introduce it to the world.
Take care,
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-11
🚨Breaking: Premium Bank Accounts in Georgia just got the simplest ever to open remotely for you 🤝🏻
Forget
*dozens of pages to read through and sign [we handle this for you]
*queues
*travels
*notary lines
*apostille lines
*waiting for months for stamp. then approval. then more questions. then waiting again. then more questions.
*residency requirements
yes yes yes
forget all this
for *your* Premium mastercard and VISA cards that await for you
[along with unlimited airport lounges for you AND your loved ones, and fast track]
This is exactly what I’ve been offering through our service [with Pavol Luptak], helping people worldwide secure financial freedom without borders.
Stop waiting for permission.
Your money deserves better.
Diversify.
The time is now.
share before they delete it!!!! hahhaa. no, really, I find it my human obligation to inform you about this broadening optionality lifehack. We are happy to help you and you get your account in the next 2-3 working weeks running :)
enjoy! I am happily using it around the globe with the 0% atm withdrawal fees myself. 🫠
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-11
Georgia surprised me in many ways.
Not just the landscapes or the food.
[Who wouldn't like the local production tho? 😀]
But how much less complicated life can be when you’re not stuck
*filling out papers
*worrying about your visa
*unclear plenty rules you're lost in
*not worried of ever changing rules from one side or another
*bureaucracy that's so complicated you can't handle stuff yourself but must 'create jobs' which provide ZERO real value for humanity lol
[and of course, high taxes, but if you are entrepreneur, you understand the cost of THIS...]
I can live here without a visa for a full year. Taxes are simple, transparent, and low. [1% 🫠]
People here care about true relationships.
It’s why I open bank accounts here for others who want a little less complication in their financial lives.
Yes, you can't enjoy the 1% without living here, but :D at least you can have the taste of a normal functioning experience without the pain lol.
Enjoy, sante, and have a great week!
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-11
I didn’t choose the US.
I didn’t choose the EU.
I didn’t choose Australia.
I chose Georgia. 🇬🇪
Here are five reasons why:
1. Freedom of movement and ease of life. No endless bureaucracy and no mountain of paperwork just to live or open a bank account. I can stay in the country for 365days without any visa.
2. Low taxes and a simple system that respects your time and effort. Not everything needs to be complicated. I pay 1% for my entrepreneurial activities.
3. The people are open, welcoming, and genuinely curious about building connections. They remained human.
4. The incredible diversity of nature from high mountains to the sea all within a day’s reach. It is a place that feeds the soul. The country is small but so much variable!
5. The potential to grow something new, not just for me but for the community around me. From the entrepreneurial or innovative perspective I see that the 'less developed' countries have much more to offer [if there's enough money for purchase]. The market isn't that saturated.
The more I travel, the more I realize there's no perfect country. But Georgia fits my values of freedom, growth, and the chance to create real options for myself and others. And it feels like a home.
Sometimes where you choose to stay speaks louder than what you say.
Take care,
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia for global citizens.
I am writing a book called The Freeist about broadening individual freedom.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you are into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we are just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-10
behind-the-scenes of building a country?
- 'hey what. most of your work is on Signal?'
- 'eh yeah and 24/7' ❤️
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-09
this really can be a problem in the too laissez-faire organized company...
guess what?
freedom doesn't imply nothing to do
it implies self-responsibility
trustworthiness
accountability
it is actually MORE demanding because there's no one really behind one's back
but it doesn't mean that the 'forgotten' is not seen
likely someone finds out, but it may take time - and that results in the resentment
that's why the transparency is important in such a settings; not to micromanage, but for clarity of everyone
I believe this applies to the relationships as well - you want to feel ultimately free, and trusted, but for that you have to be reliable and accountable.
the (strange to some) paradox is that if you believe you have to 'be above others', you will get exactly such people who 'needs someone above to control them'. but if you don't take part in this game, then people will somehow miraculously manage to deliver without the control. 🤡
I believe, the best is to live outside of such games tho.
So, what helps?
*not seek power games / parenting ourselves
*sufficient transparency on what's been done
*clear responsibilities and boundaries
yeah, she believes in pro-freedom practices in real life
can it work?
certainly, it does work.
if you don't believe into it, you're likely stuck somewhere in the mindset of the need for parenting, or feeling above other people who 'won't figure out without yourself', or I even got questions on whether people can live actually without manipulations... well, yes.
Be well and live well.
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
And yes, I write everything myself. Sante.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-09
WikiEXPO in Cyprus will be HUUUUUGE
I will join the panel on Digital Assets 2030 😎
[I mean I can, despite living in 2050 in my mind lol]
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-09
🔔 Distinguished Guest Announcement | WikiEXPO 2025 Cyprus WikiEXPO 🥳
Samuela Davidova will be present at the event to share cutting-edge insights on #Liberland’s philosophy and practices, as well as how to achieve an efficient balance between trading safety and unlimited business opportunities.
🎯 Sparking Opportunity, Trading Safety – Let’s Foster Orderly Development Together
📅 Date: September 24
Register Now 👉 https://lnkd.in/gXV2rKfT
#WikiEXPO2025Cyprus #SparkingOpportunityTradingSafety #WikiEXPO2025 #WikiEXPO
Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-09
I wanted AI to draft some new posts. I created a new thread to create a decent prompt. I prompted. I fired it. lol
Maybe I am not patient enough, but it takes massive time for us to go back and forth, to deliver at least slightly what we want, to rewrite it, etc. It's not very good at creating NEW content, it can rewrite something you wrote, but to have NEW ideas, new angles on what you are etc, it's not really good.
Well.
OK.
I've tried again, it evolves. But yeah, I feel super annoyed and bored reading the same all over again just with new kinda words. That's not the standard I want.
Oh is it Saturday?
Keep moving.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-08
This is the Friday reminder to not take it too seriously - whatever we do, we deal with other *humans*, not just 'business partners' and 'clients'.
I am all into negotiations and I do not give up when I want something.
But - I believe that reminding oneself, we are all humans in the first place, makes one win in a different way, too.
So yeah, I like to go to the stage and sometimes do something fun what I'd love to do actually if I wouldn't be the super serious one. And selfies from the stage are fun.
It worked - after dozens of serious presentations, this seems got attention of those who were already tired, and people remembered my message :)
Do you allow yourself to be yourself?
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia 🇬🇪 (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
And yes, I write everything myself. Sante.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-07
You'd say managing the calendar for a country is easy (maybe not?)
I got quite more intentional about what events it makes sense to be at - and where it makes sense to apply.
Honestly?
I take the hands off from most events in Europe. It feels like in the region, one only wastes resource to prove oneself. It's not open enough to innovative stuff. I know we've been building a country just for 10 years, but the more likely, I do not think we can afford to waste much energy...
If you arrive to Dubai, it feels like everyone wants you to win. In Europe it feels like everyone only questions you to show you how 'it can't work'. It's very tiring and brings no returns. Asia is great - it's very international, and often innovative in the right circles. It feels easy. US people share similar values so it's like arriving home.
I recently realized we have a quite decent success rate - we get approved our speakership applications some 1 out of 3. And even higher in smaller countries (80-100%). That's awesome and I am glad we can deliver our mission to more people. But the more - we have to keep our resource and target it intentionally...
My current desire is to use it as much as possible - we travel to a location, throw a meetup, connect with local media, meet our supporters, if successful, then some significant entrepreneurs or governmental representatives. We have fresh content we also repurpose globally for credibility and - everything compounds.
The more, I believe it makes sense to choose such locations, where our effort pays off in the first place. Hey, I love to visit Europe for museums... But it's easier if we get to, say, Tajikistan. Next week we travel to Kyrgyzstan and seems I managed to get us there some productive program.
This teaches me a lot - whatever you do, it starts with understanding where you wanna get: to defending discussion, or to get country recognition, or whatever that be in your case. Likely they will cost you same amount of energy.
So yeah, enjoy some intentional living.
Take care and wish me luck!
Sam
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Hey, I’m Sam.
I represent Liberland, the freest country in the world, and manage its global partnerships.
I also remotely open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia (non-EU) for global citizens.
I’m writing a book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist.
I share the behind-the-scenes, thoughts and personal insights here.
Follow if you’re into real stories, freedom, and posts that feel like we’re just chatting over tea.
And yes, I write everything myself. Sante.
Samuela Davidová
2025-08-01
It's very fascinating and inspiring to read about Kyrgyzstan desiring to implement blockchain technologies and become a more innovative country.
While doing my research on the upcoming travel for Liberland I am running into a lot of such little details that connect us with other countries. We will arrive with the President Vit Jedlicka himself and I hope we will get a chance to share a few words on how we fully automated the governance and elections with blockchain.
See you in Kyrgyzstan soon!
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-31
I feel extra proud - I managed for me and Vit Jedlicka ~ Liberland to join the Kyrgyz-Russian Economic Forum happening in two weeks in Kyrgyzstan 🚀
I am just arranging exclusive private meetings, preferably on the diplomatic level. If there's someone to meet, I am listening 👀
Also, we will have a small community meetup in Bishkek on Friday the 15th Aug at 6 pm. DM me for the details.
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-31
"it's not possible"
"but... there are some companies offering it?"
I thought broadening the bank account business to Kyrgyzstan will be smooth. As my visit approaches, I started actively contacting the good banks there, but... something is strange. They say they don't accept proxy! But then, how do some services provide it? Is that some soviet practice?
This seems it won't be as easy as I thought.
I already see that the bank experience isn't as flawless as with the Georgian premium banking, but yet, we wanted to offer some diversification.
Will I manage? 👀
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-26
it's mindblowing! goosebumps, guys. you must feel super proud :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-24
I’m proud to support TRON Inc.’s next chapter as an advisor. Happy to see #TronStrategy as a strong presence in the 🇺🇸!
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-23
quite exciting to be #27
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-23
If you considered to visit Liberland, then the best time in your lifetime is NOW.
The guys just
*opened the beach bar
*finished a tree house
*build another two more tree houses
More people coming. 🚀
You be part of the history of building the freest country. Sounds hot? Totally.
How to get in?
>> We have the official borders with Croatia. In Croatia, we also have the Liberbase where you can get a tent and stuff.
Ready to arrive? Comment / let me know!
Applicable for the EU citizens / residents only at this moment 🙏🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-18
In Dublin, Liberland joined the 'Women in Bitcoin' panel.
Representative Samuela Davidova (Samuela Davidova) spoke on how Bitcoin’s values of liberty, sovereignty, and ownership reflect Liberland’s mission. The panel was moderated by Jillian Godsil, a well-known blockchain journalist and advocate for women in tech.
Liberland
#blockchain #liberlandblockchain
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-15
It was my pleasure to share some thoughts
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-14
What is Liberland really about?
In a thoughtful interview with journalist Alimuddin Usmani, Liberland Representative Samuela Davidova shares the vision behind our nation, from individual sovereignty to the future of decentralized governance.
🎙️ It’s a must-watch for anyone curious about what makes Liberland more than just an idea.
📺 Watch the full 30-minute interview now on Alimuddin Usmani’s YouTube Channel
🌍 Learn more at Liberland.org
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-14
there's a new premium banking option in Georgia, so I of course wanted to check it out.
We assist clients getting the premium banking remotely for some time already, so I wanna check out what's fresh on the market.
first what seemed to be some competitive advantage was the yearly price for the premium cards. Not so premium as at the current service, but decent. I guess it's not bad to decentralize anyway.
The service seemed nice too! I was pretty contacted back on the next day by an English speaking banker to start the process.
But then, this super disappointed me...
I mean, guys, you enter the market with two already established big banks, you must offer something cool... not making 'premium' cheap. You must bring in *something*...
instead?
oh my, what a failure.
Man, I've lived in Georgia since 2020. I was soooo bullied to not be able provide 'sufficient proof of my ties with Georgia'. Yeah I get that running a show / podcast in local TV be a random thing tourists do usually.
I understood this is not just usable for our clients - obviously; despite they claim to lift the condition of having ties with Georgia in the 'unknown' future.
Guys, this was your enter to the market.
You didn't make it - you haven't passed even at people who live here for a long time and promote the country on the international level.
But that's cool - obviously we are not their clients and that's just fair to admit.
Tomorrow I'll share about another option which we are working at now.
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-14
Why would Liberland have a Liberland Space Programme?
A 7km2 country... what, you wanna send rockets to the space there?
And is your passport even good for anything?
Those are not some easy questions, but I guess I managed!
Thanks for the interview to Alimuddin Usmani!
An unconventional perception to the every day, some questioning of the status quo and other favorite thoughts.
Enjoy this fresh interview!
https://lnkd.in/dZw5wNMg
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-11
all the things Liberland, the current development and what's next?
Yes, got it. Space program included! [and why the hell?]
Watch a fresh interview with me by an independent Geneva-based journalist.
https://lnkd.in/d8_HSazH
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-06
Limited stuff that can be done in high efficiency, intentionally, awareness driven. It doesn’t take much time
Or you may spend days on calls pretending to be busy… 😀
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-05
I was sitting in the car driving me to the city.
An accepting joy. This is life: facing real problems and resolving them with grace. The beauty of adulthood is that life is in our hands. No one is coming - and that's just right, not bitter.
Life is happening now. It brings problems and beauty, obstacles and love.
I left the mountains.
But I also left something behind.
What I got in return was an empty space.
Who am I outside growth, outside pace, outside endless hope?
Who may I become?
Like a statue, I placed before me something to never forget:
Inside, we are free.
Freedom changed meanings to become 'ownership'.
We temporarily took on what was never ours: shame, guilt, roles. Then we forgot it was temporary.
There may still remain contradictions:
~ asking to be left alone when we want closeness
~ leaving when we want to stay
~ doing it all alone when we want to expand
I left the mountains and knew this is life.
We hide from real problems and obsess about news and politics.
We distract ourselves, create irrelevant problems to avoid seeing the real ones.
We prefer to fix what we can control, rather than face what truly matters.
We may meditate endlessly to avoid that fearful, unpredictable life.
We may seek peace, but forget life has all the colors.
No anger - no love.
We may isolate to protect the peace we aim to identify with.
But real awareness belongs in the everyday.
Life in a free state involves randomness.
Anything can happen.
If each day doesn’t feel new, we’re trapped.
Or rather, we trapped ourselves to feel safe.
We maintain the illusion of safety with tension and control.
I left the mountains and celebrated life as it is, full of color, full of challenge.
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-03
Oh go hustle guys! Opportunity of the year ⭐️
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-03
$100,000+ GIVEAWAY!!!
This time in new roles.
Open to hiring frontliners & BD at Cryptorsy Ventures
3 requirements:
- you wanna make a lot of $$
- you love crypto
- you have a SOLID experience in sales & marketing & web3
I don't hire slackers & newbies.
On my end?
I'll give you the best platform to make money: tier-1 projects, conferences across the world, 1000s of leads, dope product, leading experts & network.
Our main verticals:
- investments & growth for web3 projects
- exclusive crypto event series called HUSTLE
- consumer crypto products that we cook
Comment "FRONTLINER" and my team will reach out!
PS.: we're checking candidates by EOW.
See ya at the top! Good luck
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-03
🌌 What happens when liberty leaves the atmosphere?
At our anniversary summit, speakers from the worlds of deSpace, deScience, and our partner LunCo came together to explore what freedom could look like beyond Earth.
How do we build systems of governance and innovation without borders or gatekeepers? What does self-sovereignty mean in space?
🎥 Watch the full panel here:
👉 https://lnkd.in/eBWBZgnz
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-03
What drives me forward at the core is the sense of hope. The belief that change is possible and life can be better than it is. I understand now how this perspective shifts the way I see the world and keep going.
Samuela Davidová
2025-07-02
if you're asking me what's the best time to visit the Liberland area and hang out with like-minded people (and the government!), then come to Floating Man! I am too lazy to travel to Serbia anytime soon myself, but my colleagues will be there :D
DM me for speakerships [there's a conference along the festival]
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-30
🎉 Floating Man 2025 is Coming!
🌊 Music. Art. Culture. Freedom.
🗓 August 7–10, 2025 | 📍Apatin, Serbia
Join us for a one-of-a-kind festival hosted by Liberland — a weekend of adventure, innovation, and unforgettable connections. From scenic boat cruises to luxury VIP packages, there’s something for everyone!
🎟️ Get your tickets now:floatingman.ll.land
🧭 Save & Share if you believe in borderless living!
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-30
Is there any miss crypto or something? I’ve been called like that a couple of times recently, would be cool to sign up unless I’m too old for it 😇🙂🙃
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-30
I’m seeking the stars here in who are in real estate tokenization 😇🏡 whom do I have here? 👀👀👀
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-28
UAE 🫶🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-28
Would not expect to be mentioned and recognized (despite 27th) in Czechia as I don’t really focus on that market and I moved out a few years ago;
Yet its pleasant 😇
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-28
𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽 200 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗪𝗲𝗯3 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝘇𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗮 🇨🇿
From digital transformation in banking to Web3 innovation, Czechia is home to an exceptional ecosystem of financial leaders, thinkers, and disruptors shaping the future of finance in Europe and beyond.
We are proud to unveil the 2025 edition of the Top 200 Influential Voices in Finance & Web3 in Czechia, a recognition of the most impactful individuals elevating the conversation around digital finance, fintech, blockchain, and Web3.
These pioneers are driving innovation in banks, building startups, advocating for sustainability, and mentoring the next generation of talent. This list is more than a ranking, it's a celebration of a thriving Czech fintech ecosystem.
Here are the Top 10 voices leading the charge:
1. David Navratil, Chief Economist at Česká spořitelna
2. Jan Juchelka, CEO and Chairman at Komerční banka
3. Jitka Zelená, Empowering Women in Accounting and Finance
4. Aleš Blažek, CEO of ČSOB Focused on Innovation
5. Jana Jáčová, Advocate for Modern Accounting in Czechia
6. Vojta Žižka, Entrepreneur and Investor in Finance
7. Pěva Čouková, Advocate for Accounting Education and Support
8. Borkovec Petr, Co-Founder of Partners Financial Services
9. Jitka Haubová, COO Driving Banking Innovation and Sustainability
10. Lukas Kovanda, Chief Economist at Trinity Bank Czech
Congratulations to all 200 honorees for your influence and contributions. Your voice matters more than ever.
Want the full list? DM for the file or check the comments.
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Samuela Davidová
2025-06-28
The only update you wanna have from your bank is…
That…
You just got an unlimited fast track at the airports 😀✈️
(Along to unlimited airport lounges… OF COURSE)
Happy to get you Georgian premium banking - we serve global minds around the world. We handle for you even that boring notarizing and appostille, wherever you are, because we know how much resource does the bureaucracy take.
DMs open.
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-27
9'800 millionaires moving to UAE 🇦🇪 in 2025
That’s more than anywhere else on earth.
- More than U.S.
- More than Switzerland
- More than Singapore, or Australia
Top earners are voting with their feet - and they’re choosing UAE.
As Elon Musk says: "Let that sink in!"
This isn’t about sunshine.
It’s about sovereignty.
Millionaires aren’t tourists.
They’re builders, founders, investors.
When millionaires move - economies shift:
- $10M of personal wealth = $10M in forex inflows
- 15% of them start new businesses - 60% if they’re ultra-high net worth
- They lift real estate, hire staff, boost local equities, open family offices
- They fund tech, education, luxury, logistics - and generate high-quality jobs
UAE figured it out.
No estate duty
No capital gains tax
Clean, stable, pro-business rules
Strong security, schools, infrastructure
Global capital hub with zero nonsense bureaucracy
Best country in the world to bring-in and access talent
I saw this early.
After 10+ years in Switzerland - I moved to Dubai a year and a half ago.
I came for opportunity. I stayed for momentum.
Best decision I’ve made!
Europe is losing.
Italy and Switzerland are still top 5
But brain drain is real
Regulation is tightening
Top talent is quietly leaving
When you’re wealthy, mobile, and ambitious - you optimize for growth.
That’s exactly what UAE offers.
This isn’t just a lifestyle shift.
It’s a geopolitical reshuffle of where capital is safe, wanted, and productive.
Founders. Family offices. Investors.
Ask yourself:
Where do you want to build for the next 10 years?
If the answer isn’t clear - You haven’t been paying attention.
👇
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Samuela Davidová
2025-06-26
What a mention along with Brock Pierce, Justin Sun, Forbes and such 😀 what a touchy moment
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-25
I updated my site with past & future speakerships, interviews and stuff :)
enjoy ~ samueladavidova.com
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-25
We have purchased 3,724 Bitcoin.
This purchase happened within one day after announcing a $1 BILLION merger and over $750 million fundraise.
The average price was ~ $103,785 per bitcoin.
We believe bitcoin is the new hurdle rate.
If you can’t beat it, you have to buy it.
$CCCM
Full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eYXYTWFP
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-23
Can you see that bullish face expression?!???
She just wrapped up the meeting on premium real estate investment properties in Georgia 🇬🇪
Here that means 300k$+.
Yes.
Consider the comparison of costs with the neighboring Armenia 🇦🇲 which… well… it’s a lovely place, no offense, but I find Georgia to be much more developed in many things (and low bureaucratic).
The bigger players from abroad already slowly notice, but it’s still *early*.
Georgian real estate market is still niche.
And the growth is real.
And wait wait - yes now the market here normalized after the pandemic and war fluctuations.
Yes. Now is a decent time.
Curious?
Hit my DMs.
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-23
<3 please mind I won't be available at all 28 June - 1 July (included)
it is important for me to share for my own peace of mind as I yet have the tendency to overthink own importance, thank you for acknowledging :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-22
Let’s just go and grab what’s already here - adequate partner options, joy from feeling own body, self interest and curiosity into oneself and the world and pursuit of own talents and capabilities, relating to oneself and to others emotionally, experiencing joy and pleasure as the extension of being (not the reality runaways or dopamine hits).
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-21
Starring with Vit Jedlicka at Arte TV!
Enjoy the full episode at https://lnkd.in/dcijAJEj
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-20
Tomorrow, June 21, Liberland takes the stage at Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi to ask the hard questions.
In the fireside chat “Blockchain for Governance: Dreams and Dangers”,
Samuela Davidova (Representative of Liberland) joins Vakhtang Chkhenkeli (Cryptoethica, University of Georgia) for a real conversation on freedom, power, and what happens when code meets politics.
🕟 Time: 16:30 – 16:47
📍 Location: Innovation Stage, Radio City | District 4, Tbilisi
🎫 Tickets: tkt.ge/event/485023
#Liberland #BlockchainForGovernance #Tbilisi #Decentralization #GlobalTechWeekend #FreedomInCode
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-20
uplifting mood by making a simple website 😊
http://samueladavidova.com
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-20
🔥 Announcing one of our featured Fireside Chats for June 21 at “Shaping the New Era”:
Blockchain for Governance: Dreams and Dangers
Can blockchain technology transform the way societies govern themselves - or are we chasing a utopian dream with hidden risks? This thought-provoking fireside chat brings together two bold thinkers at the intersection of decentralization, politics, and ethics.
Join Vakhtang Chkhenkeli, Founder of Cryptoethica and Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative - as they explore the promises and pitfalls of using blockchain for governance and statecraft.
Expect a candid, intellectually charged conversation about freedom, trust, transparency, and what happens when technology challenges traditional power structures.
🗣️Speakers:
– Vakhtang Chkhenkeli - Founder, Cryptoethica & Director, Blockchain Master’s Program, University of Georgia.
– Samuela Davidova - Liberland Representative
🎟️ Join us for a fireside chat that questions the future of governance as we know it - only at GTWT 2025: https://lnkd.in/dM9TGhMk
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-20
So exciting you can watch now the Arte TV documentary on Liberland with English subtitles!
https://lnkd.in/dcijAJEj
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-20
things that became a huge relief and I haven't understand it in the past
*someone arranges stuff for me and I don't have to worry about it and make decisions on things that don't really matter (travel, appointments, logistics, details, ops)
*removing small talk, more true connection over values or humanity & actual deliverables and efficiency
*not arguing with people who like to argue for the show and sense of importance (and men are always right, remember; overall learning I do not need to be right)
*not working or interacting with people who make it excessively difficult - I don't feel anxiously tied to most things, often it's easier to leave and not do it at all, rather than wasting even more resource on it in the future
*any way that makes my life like 'worrying less' and lighter, easier in some way - be that guy who pays the bill or helps me with the coat, in the business that be reliability overall, delivering & transparency
<3
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-20
I love doing business in low bureaucratic country because you sit for an hour thinking how can you create value for the world, calling conditions ‘flexible’, rather than focusing on the limits in the first place.
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-19
Big congrats! Great to have Rod Mamin as part of our Liberland Space Programme at Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-19
My presentation about The Role of Open Source for Lunar Base 2042: Pathway to Global Interoperability was accepted to the IAC :D
Definitely there is nothing about web3 there :D(spoiler - yes it is!)
That's what we are buidling in LunCo
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-19
The documentary with me & Liberland is out form German-French Arte TV. It's an independent documentary made by their production, I do really appreciate the hard work of the team and showcasing their view of us; I believe it's a fine introduction into what we do. I especially appreciate they kept there Vit explaining that the concept of the country is a construct.
You can watch it here - the time flies very fast, it's really well made, I'd say. It's 30 minutes (short version) - they are also working on the longer version to be out later this year.
If you don't speak French or German, I recommend you go with 'Version' > audio: multilingue (it's the original where we spoke mostly English) + subtitles either aucun (none) or if you speak allemand (German), espagnol (Spanish), polonais (Polish), or italien.
Enjoy!
https://lnkd.in/dJASykE5
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-18
See you on Saturday as well 🥥
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-18
📺 In just 7 hours!
Samuela Davidova, Liberland’s Representative, will be featured in a special interview on ARTE — one of Europe’s leading cultural broadcasters.
She shares her journey representing Liberland across the globe: meeting people, building connections, and showing the world what our country stands for.
🎥 https://lnkd.in/eRAjxB2p
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-16
recipe for a significantly better life
*list everything you feel like you 'have to do' and execute now
*note 10 things to REMOVE from your life that worsen your life
*'what's the top ONE thing/action that'd significantly improve my life right now' (ask at every point in life)
Go
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-16
I cannot wait to be back to Wiki Finance expo!
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-15
Decent :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-15
On June 21, at Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi I will participate in one of the panel discussions, of course about startups.
Thank you to the organizers for this opportunity. See you there!! 🦄🚀
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-11
Georgia 🇬🇪 soon as well? 👀🙃 stay tuned
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-11
Oh guys go! Deadline today
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-11
Perceptions are interesting. "You participating in Startup World Cup Georgia competition?" "No, we're beyond such competitions".
"You realize, the 2022-2023 2 winning startups have raised $170,000,000 investment since they won?"
The deadline for Startup World Cup Georgian competition is TODAY! So register for your shot. Even if you don't win the whole thing, one Georgian startup will take the stage in Silicon Valley semi-finals. One Georgian startup even was top 10 and pitched to thousands in the Grand Finale!
https://lnkd.in/dUbrSBYh
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY for EARLY-STAGE: even if you don't have much traction, you can win a spot by *popular vote*! Details on WILDCARD at https://lnkd.in/efrgzNpU
So step forward, represent!
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-10
Hero 🫶🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-10
Good dance at Balkans Crypto
You know what's great about emerging markets?
Opportunities.
This is what I felt in Albania (btw it's my first time there)
Met so many great people & reconnected with frens
Jumped to over 4 talks on stage and got sooo much fun
Was honored to be a judge for 12 projects at Cointelegraph Accelerator
Many incredible builders, growing talents, and just amazing human beings
Thanks for having me & putting together this conference: Emir Allen, Jon Dajci, and Grant Robertson 🤝
Good kick off!
Shout out to the incredible crypto rockstars: Lydia L., Vugar Usi Zade, David Wang, Cesare Pesci, Samuela Davidova, Paul K., Brice Vandevoorde, Ivan Zhelev, Simon Zhang, Sunny Oller, Fabian Sinani, Nick Spanos, Hudi Shehu, Shefqet Avdullau and many other legends
Let's 10x it next year
See ya at the top!
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-10
A great motivation :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-10
✈️ No forms. No fees. No waiting. This is how global citizens get second passports, and it’s not the way you think.
Most people follow the standard path:
✔️ Invest big
✔️ Wait years,✔️ Learn the language
✔️ Navigate endless bureaucracy
But there’s another way… one reserved for high performers, investors, and global talent.
It’s called Citizenship by Exception, and it allows countries to fast-track people who bring exceptional value.
✅ No donation
✅ No residency
✅ No bureaucracy
Countries like:
🇵🇱 Poland (for job creators)
🇷🇸 Serbia (presidential approval)
🇦🇪 UAE (for top-tier professionals)
🇨🇾 Cyprus (for cultural/economic contributors)
🇸🇮 Slovenia (for national interest)
👉 We've compiled the strategies, countries, and everything you need to know.
Explore the full guide here: https://lnkd.in/dwWxV-5x
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-08
Liberlandian flex 😀
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-07
Did you know?
The wealthiest prime minister in the world is our very own.
Justin Sun, Prime Minister of Liberland, helps lead a country that’s deeply committed to a new model of governance.
Estimated net worth: $8.5 billion.
Founder of the TRON blockchain and a heavyweight in the crypto world.
For comparison:
Paetongtarn Shinawatra (Thailand): $258 million
Lawrence Wong (Singapore): $5 million
Liberland isn’t following the rules. It’s redefining them.
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-07
Dubai just sold out its first fully tokenized property
Dubai proves real estate tokenization isn’t just theory.
Not a pilot.
Not a whitepaper.
Real building.
Fully sold out.
Fully fractionalized.
I explain:
- 2 bed-room apartment in Damac Prive Tower in Business Bay
- Tokenized & issued via PRYPCO Mint on Ctrl Alt’s infrastructure
- backed by Zand as strategic banking partner
- Registered & verified by Dubai Land Department
- Fully regulated under VARA, CBUAE & DFF
Property title deeds were issued as Property Token Ownership Certificates - native digital assets on-chain.
It wasn’t bought by institutions.
It was bought by people.
- 224 investors
- From over 40 nationalities
- Minimum entry: AED 2,000
- Average investment: AED 10,714
- Access to rental yield + capital appreciation + liquidity
Every unit gone.
In one day.
This is real-world adoption.
This is how you democratize real estate.
This is what tokenization done right looks like.
No complex SPV wrappers.
No “simulated exposure.”
No regulatory grey zone.
Dubai is ahead of legacy markets.
Investors bought:
- title-backed ownership with yield
- in a regulated structure
- from their phones.
Best part?
It’s not just for Emirates ID holders anymore.
Global access is coming.
If you’re building in tokenization - start looking at Dubai.
If you’re stuck in EU bureaucracy - time to wake up.
It’s time to build in UAE 🇦🇪.
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Samuela Davidová
2025-06-07
Happy my colleagues bring together some reading series tips! ☺️🫰🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-06
Our founder presenting DeSpace at Liberland's anniversary!
Thx Samuela Davidova for moderating the discussion!
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-06
🇦🇱 At Balkans Crypto 2025, Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative and author of The Freeist, moderated a sharp panel hosted by KOL Capital.
The discussion explored the tension between hype-driven tokens and projects
With long-term value, featuring:
David Wang (Open DeSci)
Danail Stefanov (Crypto Revolution Master)
Vlad Svitanko (Cryptorsy)
Kai Magnus Groth (Launchpad Specialist)
Smart minds, strong ideas — and a great exchange on what really drives the crypto space forward. 🧠
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-05
Wild!
Our clients to whom we completely remotely (yes we resolve even the notary!) opened their premium bank account in Georgia at SOLO (premium banking of Bank of Georgia ) can now enjoy unlimited lounges thanks to having premium cards 😎 and alongside they can also invite their +1 for a couple of times.
Made my day!
Especially before the holidays 🏝️
Wanna get your premium bank account in Georgia?
Happy to assist ☺️
We now operate in the express mode, resolving all the paperwork for the clients, including the notary and apostille, so you really don’t have to worry about the process. This way you get your account opened in around 3-4 weeks (instead of normal up to 12 weeks or more).
Curious?
DM me or text us at [email protected]
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-05
How do you live without the concierge service? You make the appointments and calls yourself? Crazy
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-04
Next in our Freedom Reading List: “The Ethics of Liberty” by Murray Rothbard.
If Rand lit the fire, Rothbard gave it shape. This isn’t just a defense of liberty—it’s a moral architecture for a free society.
Rothbard starts where most stop: not with policy, but with principle. Grounded in natural law, he argues that individual rights aren’t granted by states—they preexist them. Property is not just a tool, but the cornerstone of justice. Voluntary interaction is not just efficient, but ethical.
This is the philosophical backbone of Liberland: a state built not on power, but on permission.
Drop your thoughts—or your favorite Rothbard quotes—in the comments.
Join the deeper debates at forum.liberland.org
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-04
Stunning new views of the Firefly Aerospace spacecraft landing on the moon a few months ago 😮😮😮 This will become much more frequent over the coming years!
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-04
🙏
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-04
🇦🇱 At Balkans Crypto 2025, Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative and author of The Freeist, moderated a sharp panel hosted by KOL Capital.
The discussion explored the tension between hype-driven tokens and projects
With long-term value, featuring:
David Wang (Open DeSci)
Danail Stefanov (Crypto Revolution Master)
Vlad Svitanko (Cryptorsy)
Kai Magnus Groth (Launchpad Specialist)
Smart minds, strong ideas — and a great exchange on what really drives the crypto space forward. 🧠
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-03
😎 Premiering June 20
https://lnkd.in/ddrss_we
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-03
⚡️⚡️⚡️Just left a closed-door meeting with the National Bank of Kazakhstan and key players from the crypto and finance space — banks, investment firms, exchanges, and payment systems.
And I can finally say it: Crypto in Kazakhstan just turned a major corner.
Here’s what’s coming:
— 💳 Crypto cards (finally! We’ve been working on this since 2022 — now it’s officially greenlit),
— 🪙 Asset tokenization (a bit later, but it’s on the roadmap),
— 💱 Stablecoin pilots (also coming this year),
— 📜 Legal reforms for the digital economy (trust me — these are long awaited and very welcome).
❗️This isn’t a startup pitch or a whitepaper wish list.
This is the state — building real infrastructure for a digital financial future.
Since 2022, we’ve been working with major banks to:
🔹 integrate crypto rails into core banking systems,
🔹 lead pilots in regulatory sandboxes,
🔹 develop use cases for tokenized assets.
And now? Solana is officially in — thanks to Talgat Dossanov and the Intebix team — with full regulatory support.
🔥 Kazakhstan isn’t just “open to crypto.”
It’s playing the long game — strategic, structured, and serious.
And we’re not on the sidelines. We’re right in the middle of it 💃
Special thanks to Berik Sholpankulov, Binur Zhalenov, Zhaslan Madiyev for making this wish come true 💐
#crypto
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-03
❤️ with Rod Mamin and Rakhan Aimbetov at Liberland 10th anniversary
Samuela Davidová
2025-06-03
🌌 What happens when liberty leaves the atmosphere?
At our anniversary summit, speakers from the worlds of deSpace, deScience, and our partner LunCo came together to explore what freedom could look like beyond Earth.
How do we build systems of governance and innovation without borders or gatekeepers? What does self-sovereignty mean in space?
🎥 Watch the full panel here:
👉 https://lnkd.in/eBWBZgnz
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-31
What a great talk on value, tokens, community, growth, crypto in general! Thank you guys 🫶🏻 and KOL Capital for this panel!
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-31
Beautiful people on the stage soon here in Tirana 🇦🇱
Excited to moderate the panel with these stars ⭐️
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-29
Stressed about speaking in the stage?
How come kids aren’t worried about that, worried about being seen?
I believe it’s a very natural inner perception - ‘it’s valid for me to be seen’. It feels normal. One feels appropriate to life, self expression and visibility.
Some only lost it somewhere on the way.
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-29
They only remembered there are 10 steps towards higher optionality ~ more freedom 🥹
watch The Freeist presentation on how I distinguish external x internal freedom, with a short awareness on what holds us back [maybe the most important of that all] - from Liberland 10th Anniversary
And yes, go, go actualize own life, please.
There's no one else coming. It's yours to bear.
https://lnkd.in/db6a2hve
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-29
How to make 💸 in the Space 🔭?
Yeah, man, it's not really about the rockets.
Go get your opportunist perspective on the projects resolving the problems of the near future. Watch my fireside chat from Wiki finance expo WikiFX in Hong Kong.
https://lnkd.in/dBn4pdvn
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-28
Space commercialization, you say?
A little throwback to Hong Kong to wiki finance expo!
https://lnkd.in/dZ477F3T
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-27
I’m taking a little break from speaking soon, but then I’ll see you in Cyprus! Super can’t wait to join another Wiki finance expo!
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-27
Catch Samuela Davidova at #WikiEXPO #Cyprus
Samuela Davidova is a Liberland Representative promoting its vision globally through diplomacy, media, and pro-freedom advocacy.
https://lu.ma/WikiEXPO
#WikiGlobal #WikiFX #WikiBit #WikiStock #Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-26
I feel so sorry for all those European people having such an inefficient government that they all have to work for more than half of the year for free - that’s the amount of the tax - instead of decent self respect; just to have the roads 🥺
Poor people.
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-25
Super happy to throw some 💸 on Rakhan Aimbetov
Go go!
Let’s normalize deSci ❤️
Send him some 💰 as well and check his work and actually, deSci overall 🥹🔥
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-25
❤️❤️❤️
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-25
🇮🇪 In Dublin, Liberland proudly joined the “Women in Bitcoin” panel a powerful conversation about freedom, borderlessness, and sovereignty through the lens of crypto and female leadership.
Our Representative, Samuela Davidova, spoke alongside Clair Prince, Nicola Nigro, and Claire Marrinan.
The panel was moderated by Jillian Godsil, the first woman elected to the Liberland Congress.
Samuela shared how the values behind Bitcoin, personal liberty, voluntary association, and ownership of one’s future deeply resonate with Liberland’s founding principles.
From self-sovereignty to decentralized governance, the alignment is clear and the future is borderless.
🗞️ Learn more: https://bitcoinireland.eu
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-24
Why is the habitual despair and frustration called the 'comfort zone'? :D
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-24
Fun panel moderated by Jillian Godsil, MA, BA (hons) here in Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪 during bitcoin Ireland
Glad to represent Liberland ☺️🤍
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-24
Today is the compound of all my previous 29 years.
In a month, year, ten years - that will be the result of what I do today, tomorrow and the day after.
So yeah.
Look back and accept what took you where you are today.
And look forward and see what you’d love to face there.
Love.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-23
fascinating how living what's considered 'outside of one's comfort zone' is actually very comfortable and vice versa the comfort zone is just a habitual suffering and despair
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-23
If your company doesn’t send you to meetings at premium spa… you know. 😀
Hey, Dublin 🇮🇪, Eden One is just mindblowingly recharging spot. I understand now how relaxing at the beginning of the day is a master hack for the rest of the day - you enter it with a great emotional state.
Looking forward to bringing more longevity to Liberland - we plan a great retreat center, first in our Serbian Ark Village: a very beautiful and peaceful place on earth surrounded by greenery. If you’re into all things longevity, make sure you reach out to Vit Jedlicka because he’s the most bullish one on Liberland x Longevity. I am right after :)
Anyway
Now I’m ready for tomorrow!
See you at bitcoin Ireland. I’m joining the Women in bitcoin panel. ⚡️
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-22
Dublin 10/10! Very beautiful. Happy to meet tomorrow for 1:1 and see you at bitcoin Ireland on Saturday!
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-22
👀 paying 1% tax, writing a book on freedom, and helping global opportunists bank smarter
who's this girl? / me ~ updated introductory post
*entrepreneurial mind who moved alone from Czechia to Georgia back in 2020 and since then proudly paying her 1% tax
*building the freest country in the world @ Liberland
*promoting individual freedom / sovereignty - writing a book, The Freeist, and sharing the idea through public speaking & weekly substack newsletter, and essays on medium
*helping global opportunists to get their premium multi-currency bank account in Georgia completely remotely with significantly lowered bureaucracy and headaches, smooth & easy
*lady with life in life - most likely I have more hobbies than anyone you know, promoting self-knowledge & the joy of life itself
challenges
*finding future husband
*scheduling dancing, shooting, and chi gong classes for the next month while returning to Vietnamese
*trying to hide how bullish I am when it comes to developing countries' opportunism :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-21
Buying my new toy in minutes here in low bureaucratic Georgia 🇬🇪
Things done easy.
Thumbs up.
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-21
5 surprising facts to me about Georgia 🇬🇪 as an immigrant from Czechia [central Europe]
*very high community / human trust - I see people invest in social connections rather than throwing money on government to 'guide their life'
*the ease of payments and transfers locally & the advancement of banking on a global scale [that made me open premium bank accounts for my friends remotely]
*1% tax for most entrepreneurs
*super low bureaucracy - you can resolve everything in one building
*very libertarian by default - related to n1; people seek solution in conversation, rather than turning to some big institution to resolve their problem
Would you be curious about anything else?
go, go, let me know!
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-20
I am guilty
I made people curious about the Georgian 🇬🇪 real estate.
Makes sense - you get a decent flat in a good location at 2k$ / sq.m. with budget projects starting at 800$ / sq.m.
Okay, okay, so - where to get some juicy information?
I just scheduled for you posts at the Georgian Real Estate News page on LinkedIn.
Every day, a fresh insight.
If you prefer a telegram channel, DM me for the link or comment *georgian real estate*.
However, if you seriously consider the purchase, just dm me what you're into. We talk.
Georgia, go 📈
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-19
We have a website for our Liberland space programme! https://space.ll.land
🥰🔭
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-19
Something is calling me to Kyrgyzstan.
Not just for work.
I’d love to visit, meet people, and feel the place for myself.
What I’m looking for:
• Human connection — I’d love to meet people on the ground, and explore the capital & the country.
• Reliable assistant based in KY — someone local who speaks English and Russian, to help with simple tasks like picking up documents, going to the bank, and updating clients in Signal. Paid per task, flexible, straightforward.
• People who are well-connected — especially if you know about opportunistic paths like residency, second passports, or interesting real estate angles.
• Insight into governmental agencies or individuals aligned with innovation or openness.
Feel free to message me or pass this along if it fits someone you know.
Thanks!
Sam
P.S. Planning to visit by ~ July or alike
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-16
Came for the beautiful views, affordable cost of living, but stayed for low bureaucracy, working services, ease of doing business and because it just feels like a home. That's Georgia to me.
The highest hidden tax you pay is the headache you have to having to deal with the ever-changing bureaucracy and excessive attention you have to bring to the politics.
Most countries want to make you feel like you won a jackpot to be born there. I thought the same, coming for central Europe. Over time the problems become habitual, everyone gets used to complaining as a national sport and it seems as if there's nothing else, because the grass isn't really greener elsewhere. And anyway, look at Lojza here, he went to work in London to factory and it was so bad so he returned 😀
Thanks god we're not sixteen anymore, and being adults, we can exercise enough self-ownership. Sovereignty. The life is ours to choose what we want to fulfill that with. Yes yes, including the place of living - or operating the business - or having the bank account.
The world is, thankfully, huge.
My own gut feeling curiosity draw me to the post-soviet countries and I am deeply glad about that today. I'd love you to benefit as well - without having to get up from your sofa. I am sharing some opportunism related stuff here. Now yes, it's Georgia. Soon to expand more tho.
Stay informed.
And diversify yourself.
There's much more in your life potential.
Go go go.
Greetings from the sunny Caucasus 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-15
👀💨just left the meeting talking the Georgian real estate market and...
...
aaaaa
I feel very bullish.
Even when I was outside the country, I was spotting that - EMAR coming in. Saudi very bullish. Chinese bringing in cash. Turkish people here and there.
New port.
New airport.
New residential areas.
Tbilisi.
Kutaisi.
Batumi.
All over the place.
A small developing country in the Caucasus booming as an international hub.
Both traditional and yet modern.
Very local, yet very international.
I understand I want to learn more, because this is really really great. And I want to bring this knowledge to the many others. Curious curious?
Greetings from Tbilisi!
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-15
over the three years since I came up with the concept of the book on broadening individual freedom [The Freeist] there's something that changed fundamentally:
my initial perspective was so obsessed with what we have in control and we can change, I was almost neglecting the amount of randomness there is in the world, and the amount of the many things that are outside of our control
today for some decent wellbeing I perceive the best balance between being intentional and letting go
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-14
2025 be like
1 - 3 pm you have the meeting
3 - 3.30 pm you drive home and your brain processes that
3.45 pm feeling *hell yes* moment
4.00 pm drafting simple landing page via Carrd
4.15 pm drafting logo in Canva
4.30 pm creating FB group
4.45 pm creating Linkedin page
5.00 pm creating telegram channel
5.10 - 5.30 pm editing all the channels
5.40 pm good to go
I had this idea already some time ago as part of the learning process for myself because I am so bullish about that for the last few months...
Let me announce I will be sharing information related to the real estate market in Georgia in dedicated channels. Georgia is one of the top fast growing markets with decent and fast evolving opportunities.
Curious? 🔥
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-14
Pretty bullish on the Georgian Real Estate market, I decided to share the updates on what I learn in dedicated channels.
I am big on the hidden gems - I believe others may value that too 😈
see https://lnkd.in/d4vrMwUM for your favorite channel
soon sharing daily / bi-daily updates
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-14
2025: from idea to execution within an hour
cooking something
she's bullish on the Georgian real estate market and she wants to bring that to the world as it's still too early 😈
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-14
let's be real:
when I lived in Czechia, in the EU, back in 2020 before migrating, no one around me really knew about where Georgia lays.
As best, it was associated with 'cheap backpacker lifestyle'.
meh :)
I can see first hand how that transformed - not just the narrative abroad, but how things are moving forward by far; while maintaining the historical part of the country.
everything is online - you got one governmental building to resolve stuff.
We open premium accounts for western clients remotely in a beautiful boutique hotel-alike interior (but no, no, that's a bank).
The bank account can do likely x10 more than what I could do with my former European account 😀
It feels adequate.
It simply... works.
You got a banker, yes, but, in the first place - you resolve most stuff in your app within minutes.
Forget this in places with excessive bureaucracy that slows down the progress by far.
'But Sam, who would want a bank account in Georgia?'
- Georgians are so accustomed to the things simply *working* they can't grasp that.
Well, mostly those are people who wanna diversify their banking, especially during the travels, as these premium accounts make the traveling even more convenient with the airport lounges, good exchange rates, 0% ATM withdrawals and such. I am using my VISA concierge daily which saves me enormous time, but let me write about that some other time.
So, yes. Strangely enough, such small places in the Caucasus can overcome many 'western' services by far.
Wanna diversify as well as that just makes sense?
DM me, happy to assist.
Photo is from one of my travels around the country :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-14
Ask people for their GoodReads profile, not LinkedIn 🥹
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-13
dont forget to add to your prompt 'do not sound like a linkedin guru'
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-13
I really hate bureaucracy.
I grew in Central Europe and - maybe you know what I mean, if you ever had a freelance license or LLC in the region - it's a headache.
What seems stable on the outside, is rather changing often. It makes sense considering the complexity. You feel like you cannot really grasp it, ever. You're too little, the state feels overwhelmingly too big.
Man, I was so frustrated. And I still feel somewhat anxious writing that now.
The more it was quite surprising to me when I moved to Georgia in 2020, not knowing anything or anyone, rather randomly 'ending up' here, choosing the location out of curiosity.
Now it's rather a no-brainer, but back in the day, I was shocked how things can work smoothly, easily, transparently, to the point you won't really believe, unless you experience that yourself.
You name it:
Flawless banking.
Hiring here - even remotely.
Real estate market & registration.
Registering an LLC or freelance license.
When you live there, you got one building basically for everything. The rest is online by default. Everything works rather smoothly - the ease of transfers or payments is mindblowing.
Then I realized that this can be very beneficial for those who don't live here too:
*growing real estate market where you can get everything sorted remotely via power of attorney with a quality agent, including sorting out your residency card in case you purchased over 100k$ real estates
*hiring remotely qualified yet cheaper workforce with much better non-socialist conditions for employment and saving plenty of $$
*quality premium bank accounts with plenty of perks for diversification [I use that happily as the primary account during my travels!]
And I am glad I am helping out people to know about such awesome non-conventional stuff.
Came for mountains, stayed for business & life 😀
Georgia really feels like a home.
But besides that, I feel really glad it doesn't cause me much headaches and I can focus on doing things, rather than filling out papers.
Into any of the options?
DM me, happy to assist.
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-12
📈 Broadening the business in terms of the opportunism for our Liberation travel clients. Very curious to explore the hidden gems and meet great people in Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan (anything else I should check out? :)
Into quality banking for diversification, alternative residency, low taxation LLC options, or passport path options.
Maybe you know I am big on the post-soviet countries and opportunism in general. Hidden gems are my other favorite things to do - and I am happy to open these to the world, bringing in more clients from all around the world; while helping people to diversify their life to the places where it makes sense. It's a great pleasure to me to offer quality service minimizing the bureaucracy for the clients, and I'd love to explore more this region. It's been on my bucket list for a bit. :)
Thank you in advance for any connection.
photo random selfie for your attention which is appreciated by me / Belgrade April 2025
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-07
the best thing one can do is to give up this fetish for suffering, which they justify by calling it fancy names
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-05
😈
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-05
We’re excited to welcome Samuela Davidova, Representative for Liberland to the Balkans Crypto 2025 stage.
Samuela is a philosophical writer and strategist challenging the status quo. As the author of The Freeist (2025) and a key force behind Liberland’s Web3 initiatives, she’s redefining freedom, innovation, and opportunity in life and work.
Lets dive into something truly meaningful.
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-04
Don’t ask people what they do but what makes them money 😀
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-03
Here are some of our speakers for Balkans Crypto 2025
Find out more about our speakers: https://lnkd.in/gjnJqTDe
29 May – 1 June 2025
The largest Web3 & blockchain conference in Southeast Europe
Don't miss your chance to learn, connect, and build alongside the best in the industry.
🎟️ Tickets available now: https://lnkd.in/gsPbTzhh
Evan Luthra
Jason Fernandes
Sheraz Ahmed
Vit Jedlicka
Samuela Davidova
Haider AlAnsari
Zara Zamani
Kamlesh Nagware
Veronica Kirin
David Wang
Nadja Bester
Jon Dajci
#BalkansCrypto2025 #CryptoConference #Web3Leaders #BlockchainEvent #Tirana2025 #HAlansariTech #CryptoInnovation #MeetTheSpeakers
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-02
Upgrade all the time. You set the rules, limits of your life. Reinvent yourself today and tomorrow and the day after. You can be anyone you want to. Go go.
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-02
So much interest into moving companies to Georgia 🇬🇪 and buying properties there 👀👀👀
Makes sense. I’ll go deeper into all this in the next months. Hidden gem still
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-01
Really sad to be leaving and not making it.
Who stays in Dubai tomorrow night, you wanna be there.
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-01
People came to crypto for quick $$$, but stay for HUSTLE
Speaking tomorrow at the HUSTLE HOUSE brought by Cryptorsy Ventures
Let's be real, main conferences with 100500k people are usually a waste of time
Or quite the opposite... 400-700 drunk dream chasers dancing in the club where you can't even hear someone saying your name
alright. time for a blunt, rude and true statement:
-> If you don’t drink and listening to wet dream chasers bothers you, then 90% of crypto side events aren't for you.
You want:
- high-profile individuals (approval only)
- networking friendly atmosphere
- dope experiences
This is what will happen under one roof at Hustle House
📍May 2nd
🕰 6pm - late night
Limited seats. 3k+ people on the list. Only 15% will be in.
First come. First serve.
Good luck hustlers! See ya at the main event of the week 🇦🇪
Samuela Davidová
2025-05-01
Yat Siu ‘s amazing take on western negative narrative when it comes to money.
Man, you just verbalized what I somehow couldn’t grasp and felt like living in a different world that isn’t somehow mine.
Yes, west feels like shaming money, heavily socialist, heavily suppressed.
Love Asia, love Middle East.
It feels deeply freeing being around people sharing similar perspective and world understanding.
Hello from the DNA house.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-29
00.13 am
Heading home from another day full of networking and morning actual work / communication online, moving things forward.
I keep a reminder on my wallpaper - ‘создавай’ - ‘create’.
See you tomorrow again then for another creation.
Sharp.
Go.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-29
With H.E. Justin Sun 😍
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-29
Talking Bitcoin Reserve @ Blockchain Disrupt in Dubai yesterday with Dmitriy Sheludko, Pranay Sharma, Anurag Arjun, Harvey Bloom ~ moderated by Mia H. 🐈⬛
Thank you!
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-28
Our Liberland side event was 🔥🔥🔥
Thank you all who joined us and especially to Karnika E. Yashwant - Mr. KEY for hosting the event at KEY Difference
What an incredible people one can have around 😊
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-28
Having a lot of fun with the guys from Arte TV (German-French Documentary) shooting an episode about Liberland, accompanying us in both Serbia and Dubai :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-28
NOW! Vit Jedlicka kicks off the Blockchain Disrupt conference in Dubai 🚀
What a Monday morning.
I speak at 3.30 pm - joining the panel on Global Bitcoin Reserve Impact :)
See you around!
DM me the noteworthy events - staying till 2 May
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-28
while you still think of moving to the capital, the top % people live simultaneously in multiple places, and you wouldn't dare to call them 'nomads', but business opportunists.
Go.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-28
I have a German-French documentary team around me while in Dubai. I am sorry to those who find it disturbing that they record me while networking. I don't even notice it anymore :')
sorry guys! You'll be in the TV tho <3
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-27
Hello Dubai.
Crypto Polo event is over - a great kick off to a week full of many other events. I already feel I need a month long holidays 🤝🏻😀
5 more days to go 🇦🇪
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-27
I remember to be criticized in the past for ‘too fast’ pace.
But
Why to waste time with indecisive people where you throw solutions but they don’t like any :)
Now I’m not criticized because I have around people who are not triggered by decisiveness.
I’d wait till forever, or I may go do things at first alone - and over time with people who share the same pace. There are a few, it’s worthy to find them.
I highly believe in the capacity to decide, in responsibility for that, and reflection on the direction - sometimes it’s better to leave what doesn’t work instead of anxiously maintaining it, keeping it alive. Not everything is worthy our energy and in the end the best decision is the one that doesn’t have to be even made.
Far too many never really do; some do a lot of what doesn’t drive what one wants.
High self awareness, clarity in objectives and decisiveness are hot.
Go.
Happy Sunday :) @ Dubai
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-26
‘I just came for vibes’ = you have no skin in the game
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-26
At the end of August I decided to try a hypothesis: let’s travel more for work and socialize with quality people*.
8 months in.
How did it go?
It’s time to reflect and make a decision. I visited most places I was considering as a potential home. I met thousands of people, some in a shallow, some in deeper way. I feel lucky!
Some thoughts:
- There are quality people* everywhere. However, there are places where it’s easier to ‘bump into them’ and where it gets frustrating.
- Do you want to be in a place you uplift or in a place you can already opt into an inspiring environment?
- similar level people to feel connected x people who inspire you [can get rare] - both are somewhat important and normal to want, but can get tiring to find
- hard to build deeper relationships in a short time BUT possible to distinguish people right away
- locations attract particular people + make particular people stay. It’s a thing - both for locals and immigrants / expats.
- you don’t have to care about the norms if you’re not the norm; YET it’s great to be in similar level / values environment. You can choose which norms you aim for tho.
- there are places that like beauty and that shame beauty; wealth; health etc. usually people who don’t allow themselves something (wealth) feel triggered by that. One can bear envy of others but also questionable to what degree we want to face that.
- there’s no one best place for life, so out of this you wanna know what matters the most to you [to me it’s now the deeper connection with quality people, can be a few, that’s enough:)]
*quality people to me = entrepreneurial sovereign mature minds with personality [non-suppressed]
Anything you’d add? Something you haven’t seen? Go go! Wanna hear you. Comments / DM is yours
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-26
Behind the scenes of the Liberland representative
🤝🏻 8 months without a base
🤝🏻 6 countries in the last month
🤝🏻 33kg with me because yes I need to travel with a tea set 😀
See you in Dubai soon. But then, I reestablish my home in Georgia 🇬🇪 before heading to the next events, man. Need more life in my life.
This is certainly not for everyone, most likely you wouldn’t like my life. To me it feels easy and light tho. So simple to move around when you know yourself.
Are you aware of what lifestyle you’d love to try / live? ) and what holds you back?
P.S. it is not a trade off
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-26
🇷🇸✈️🇦🇪
Yes yes see you around token
Yes we have a side event and it’s oversubscribed
Yes I’m staying for a week
And no I don’t plan meetings because most likely we will meet at one of the side event or Blockchain Disrupt where I’m joining the panel on Global Bitcoin Reserve 😈💅
However if you have some juicy must attend very nice side event, send me the link to the DMs! I actually do have some time still unscheduled.
P.S. my former telegram account was stolen so please don’t text there [and feel free to delete the conversation]. Sadly no support assistance @ tg. Feel free to dm here.
Sante!
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-25
*feeling already burned out from TOKEN2049 and it hasn’t even started yet; sitting on a sofa in Belgrade, Serbia*
who can relate?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-25
US citizens know the struggle.
Opening a bank account outside the US is a hassle.
Banks often demand in-person visits, proof of residency, and endless paperwork. But what if you didn’t have to deal with all of that?
With my remote service, you can open a personal bank account in Georgia completely online via Signal.
No travel needed.
No residency requirements.
Reach out to learn how this service can save you time and spare you from the headache of traditional banking.
P.S. diversify
Photo: Tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-24
“norms” are just stories we forgot we could edit.
we’re allowed to live differently.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-24
most people aren’t choosing routine. they’re surviving it.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-24
we're moving it forward by far
ayayay
fund
legal framework
stuff
😈
stay tuned
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-24
Hey Dubai! Join us @ dmcc soon!
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-24
Liberland for Liberty
Freedom has a new address.
Join Liberland President Vit Jedlicka and Congressman Karnika E. Yashwant - Mr. KEY, Representative Samuela Davidova, and blockchain leaders for a powerful evening of dialogue, networking & liberty.
🗓️ 28 April | 📍KEY Difference office, Dubai
Register now: https://lu.ma/9hjzd64s
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-24
You’re used to breaking boundaries.
So why should your finances be stuck in one place?
If you’re an entrepreneur or founder with a global lifestyle, a Georgian premium bank account is the perfect fit.
Opened remotely, hassle-free. We manage everything, including the paperwork and notary services.
Want to diversify your financial life?
Let’s start today: https://lnkd.in/dxnfghyQ
Photo: mine @ Tbilisi, Georgia :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-23
“we don’t have to prove we’re limitless. we can just enjoy being alive.”
there’s no need to follow a structure you didn’t choose.
no need to prove anything to anyone, not even to yourself.
we can just live.
intentionally. softly. differently.
this week’s piece on The Freeist is for the ones who feel the weight of quiet misalignment and are ready to loosen it.
https://lnkd.in/d8BMCe3a
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-23
Fascinating how people think linearly, expecting someone to hire them till the end of their days. To GIVE them job.
Create value, solve problems of people, make them happy, create job for yourself :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-23
Guys discussing at the neighboring table that in Spain people are meant to start working at 35 to finish studies properly and alike.
My face at 29 working since I was 6 🤝🏻🤝🏻🤝🏻
*feels like living at some different planet or so* 😀
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-23
You didn’t build your business to be limited by borders.
Why should your bank account do the same?
A Georgian premium bank account is the perfect solution for globally mobile entrepreneurs.
The process is simple, done remotely, and we handle everything, including the paperwork, bureaucracy, and even notary and apostille services for your convenience.
Don’t let your bank slow you down.
Take the first step towards financial freedom: https://lnkd.in/dxnfghyQ
Photo: mine from Tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-22
it feels somewhat incredible; another world, when I look at me from the side now. How much I moved around and forward, and to the world; to the stage when there's no way back, as it shapes you and your world perception. And there you go, speak at the events around the globe, with some top minds from everywhere. It's specifically humbling in the non self-suppressive way. At the same time, it puts one on its place. Where is it you feel comfortable? The stage is fine... Daily bread, natural habitat. Why it doesn't come stressful or with nervousness? It comes as a place to be, appropriate, for oneself. But then it's just one of those places; I feel the same appropriateness in the nature, spontaneously running around, like a child, playing, or doing some simple things like the tea drinking or being active the ways I enjoy.
I shifted a bit what I aim to pursue to the simple 'actualization of myself in various areas I find interesting'. As I do not believe in the black and white trade off. I see how it causes the inner suffering, while one part of us rationalizes why we cannot have it all. That internal conflict and frustration it creates.
And then I look around and see that it can all work out without that; one may purely pursue the joy one wants to experience, and that's just right. Those various areas, various spots, to find own place in the world; the place for oneself, and that changes with time too, as part of the game. So where will be my place in a month or a year? So fascinating how mostly it comes from the inner allowance anyway. Choose well, don't compromise. Remove the scarcity mindset, the artificial urgency, and actualize out of joy and desire.
Pleasure / joy is an extension of being to me; the problem is most confuse that with the dopamine hit and excitement which drives you toward the minus, the depressive state, up and down; but true pleasure doesn't, as that's the being itself. Have you really felt it, ever? As most aren't even in the here. [not that to be my business tho]
Beautiful how the world evolves.
etc.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-22
stability isn’t the same as peace.
sometimes it’s just a familiar kind of frustration.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-22
A lot of people think you need to be physically present somewhere to set things up.
But most of my clients haven’t stepped foot in Georgia.
They live in Bali. Dubai. Mexico. Cape Town.
What they want is a reliable personal bank account outside the EU.
Why Georgia? 🇬🇪
✅ 0% withdrawal fees at global ATMs with the premium package
✅ No limit on transfers
✅ Friendly to foreigners, including US citizens
✅ No need to travel or be a resident
✅ Comes with 4 default currencies
✅ Favorable exchange rates
And we take care of the notary, apostille, and all the annoying paperwork for you.
If you're building globally, your banking should match that.
This is one of the rare things that’s actually easy.
Photo - me @ Canggu [Bali, Indonesia]
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-22
Imagine this:
You’re living in Bali, working on your next project, but your bank account is still tied to the EU.
Or maybe you’re in the US, and you’re struggling with limitations on your banking.
Sound familiar?
That’s where a Georgian premium bank account can make a difference.
Fully remote, no need for in-person meetings, and you’re ready to manage your finances wherever you are.
It’s time to take control. Click here to open your account with us: https://lnkd.in/dxnfghyQ
Photo: Georgian mountains [my own gallery]
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-22
Perception of scarcity in socialization is so irrelevant, but hard to escape. Especially the more one 'specifies' oneself, the more the sense of connection feels as if rare 'because of math', but again, it's not relevant. The right people always come over, if we are open to that; the healthy attracts the health, wisdom attracts wisdom; and there's more randomness in all this than I was willing to admit. It really helped me a lot to meet thousands of people over the last months, to understand that what you perceive as rare and yes, is not mediocre, it is mathematically not SO common, is most likely super common around you.
Say 'retired in 30s' - sorry, man, but literally 90% of my circle. Global-first - 90% of people who surround me (it's also not the first criteria for me, I have some awesome people around who are not so global). Pro-freedom / libertarian, healthy, not drinking, rarely on social media / no social media on the phone, heavy on books, active, no addictions, etc etc etc. It's just SO common for me. Met a guy without any phone recently, too.
Another lesson here, too. Don't try to 'stand out' for its own sake; following own curiosity, interest, is relevant.
Also tons of awesome people around; easy to make new friends when one is intentional and actually open. All those acting hard to get / building a wall around oneself, super mysterious etc - yeah, sorry, not playing that. Better investing myself into actually open genuine people, going deeper, closer [when I'm interested in]. This feels very pleasant.
Now, I have a very serious desire though [ehm, right after the one called 'Dubai please...']: to go to Georgia [I specifically don't tell 'return to', as I can see I will arrive as slightly different person, again] and re-establish my home. And I am truly excited about that, really looking forward to it. I can't wait to buy a half-year gym pass at the World class, go to the Paragraph spa and organize again some get togethers, maybe my networking breakfasts, and returning to one place, having an actual home, not having to figure out 'where do I sleep tomorrow / tonight'.
Surprisingly, it's somewhat easy, light to me, maybe habitual, but let's be honest how tiring it gets.
After months spent rereading Tao Te Ching, mostly in solitude, with my regime, hobbies, while traveling around potential home locations, checking out for myself how does it feel, conditionally in the current state, attending and speaking around the globe, I know I am CHOOSING Georgia, anew. It's the right deal to me now. It's super conditional and subjective, and I really wish people would choose for themselves, too, intentionally - environment, surroundings, people, hobbies, work, continent. And man, you bet, some choices may differ with time; some stick though. It's also fascinating to me to observe what matters as the time flows, and what doesn't at all. Same with people - what connects you: is it (bad) habits, or emotional depth / intellectual proximity?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-21
Belgrade, open to meet Tuesday till Friday 🇷🇸
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-21
“Connections are mostly maintained out of habit. What feels like connection often stems from shared routines or interests—just enough to create the illusion of stability.”
What if you paused to ask:
Am I truly connected, or just comfortably familiar?
That small question changes everything.
The new edition of The Freeist is out.
https://lnkd.in/d8BMCe3a
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-21
If you had a full financial freedom, where would your money be?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-21
You’re an entrepreneur with big ideas.
You’re constantly on the move, traveling, working, living outside your home country.
What happens when your bank can’t keep up with your lifestyle?
That’s where we come in.
With a Georgian premium bank account, you’ll have the flexibility to manage your finances from anywhere.
We make it completely remote and handle the paperwork for you.
If you’re ready for a banking experience that fits your life, hit the link and let’s get started: https://lnkd.in/dxnfghyQ
Photo: me @ Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-21
the biggest shift is realizing you don’t have to do any of this.
you can, sure.
but you don’t have to.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-21
If you’re traveling the world, having a bank account outside the EU is smart as a diversification option.
I help entrepreneurs and founders open premium personal bank accounts in Georgia.
Completely remote. Simple. We handle the paperwork, bureaucracy, and the pain.
Ready to take control of your finances?
Secure your account today.
DM me now.
Photo: Tbilisi, center, my gallery
P.S. Yes, we will even handle the notary and apostille, no matter your location.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-20
Before I become the kept woman, I gotta make some good living as I like to live well. And I like to provide value for others [that I assume will stay till the end of my days].
Happy to help out with:
*remote premium bank account opening in Georgia [well suitable for western entrepreneurs for diversification]
*overall Georgia-related opportunities [remote hiring for optimization of the costs x quality; or connection for real estate opportunities]
*sooon providing you with the guidance on broadening individual freedom as part of The Freeist book
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-20
Why does it all feel kind of off, even when life looks fine?
Maybe you have a stable income. A routine. A few connections.
But there’s a quiet ache under the surface.
A feeling of being trapped in choices you never really chose.
That’s what I explore in the newest piece on The Freeist.
https://lnkd.in/dj9s_hKt
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-20
Join us in Dubai https://lnkd.in/dEi5PU5S
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-20
Why are more entrepreneurs banking outside their home country in 2025?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-19
Would you move your money if it meant more freedom?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-18
That is the environment you wanna work in.
Greetings from our Liberland deSci popup city in Serbia!
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-18
I’m not surprised seeing successful people diversifying their banking - and opening the premium bank account remotely with us in Georgia.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-17
Hello Serbia 🇷🇸
Our podcast room is ready and I am open to interview some innovative minds here during our popup city lasting till the 11th of May.
Any tips for some noteworthy entrepreneurs? 👀
See you around Apatin 🤝🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-17
Would you trust a bank more if it was outside of your home country?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-17
deSpace popup city dinners where we talk space exploration, free will, and alike <3
Live now till 11 May with longevity, parallel societies, and deSci topics coming up.
Register and get approved now:
https://lnkd.in/dyDyAi2B
Join us in western Serbia - 3h from Budapest / 3h from Belgrade.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-17
Is banking in Georgia 🇬🇪 still a hidden gem?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-16
How much ownership do you really have over your money?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-16
Making a little visit to Liberland today
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-16
If your bank froze your account tomorrow… what would you do?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-15
Freedom is built.
At Liberland's 10th anniversary, I introduced The Freeist: a concept shaped by what I embody, what I live, and my deep study of what still holds freedom-seekers back, even when they’re done waiting for permission.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-14
last days, I spent around cameras, doing many interviews, and what's maybe strange is how it doesn't drive any emotions anymore
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-13
🎥 Watch the Highlights from Friday, April 11th — Just Two Days to Go!
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-13
What a pride to be interviewed by Bruce Porter, Jr. yesterday during the 10th Anniversary of Liberland 😊
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-12
She came to the stage and took a selfie to kick off her The Freeist presentation during the 10th Anniversary of Liberland
Moderating the decentralized space panel shortly 😇
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-11
On my way to Liberland 10th Anniversary, celebrating Vit Jedlicka‘s inspirational courage.
Hello from Novi Sad 🐴
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-11
I've been without a base [home] for the past 7 months.
That's not what you want to 'survive', you wanna feel good.
How do I handle it?
> mindful about own resources - my calendar has two colors: what gives and takes resources. The emotional state changes a lot.
> routine / rituals I actually enjoy doing. First, stop doing everything you don't want to do. Then, while listening to yourself, figure out the routine you yourself are deeply interested in. You may reverse engineer from where you want to be in X years and what may bring you there. To me, that's posture & dance classes, tea drinking, walks, books, quality meals, effortless time. Also, think of what you do NOT want to have in life, too. Apply to people as well.
> Anxiety coming from uncertainty - plan a little. You own the journey, you can always change the decision, but planning where you would like to be in a month or 6 lowers the uncertainty. It may sound a bit ridiculous, but when one can be anywhere, anytime, it gets hard: it's necessary to make decisions.
> Intention: know where you're headed, why you are where you are, why you do what you do. It makes a massive difference when you really feel you live *your* life, you're on *your journey*, you know why you're waking up in the morning.
> Apply to a normal life too :)
I'm all in for optionality;
But in the first place, for accountability and responsibility for own life.
And, I want to live well. So I have to make decisions. And if you don't make decisions, you're just blind to 'what you're not changing you're choosing'.
It's very uncomfortable to face that we're the bottleneck in our own well-being.
Be The Freeist.
With love,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-10
It's my little personal pride to have listed my face first among the speakers for Blockchain Disrupt in Dubai 😁 I'll see you soon, habibi!
Meet me @ 28 April at Uptown Dubai 😎
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-09
☺️
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-09
Elected as a Congressman for Liberland.
When I first entered the blockchain space back in 2013, it wasn’t just the technology that caught my attention.
It was philosophy.
The idea that freedom isn’t something handed to you. It’s something you own.
Freedom of choice. Freedom of control. Freedom to build, to participate, to thrive.
With Liberland, I instantly recognised those same values.
It wasn’t just another project. It was a state being built around the core principles that blockchain was founded on.
And building a state on those principles? That takes grit, dedication, and unshakable belief.
Deep respect to visionaries like Vit Jedlicka, Petr Krovina, and Samuela Davidova for carrying this vision forward.
I’ll do everything I can to amplify this vision—together with my fellow Congress members:
Prime minister H.E. Justin Sun, Evan Luthra, Michal Ptáčník, Tariq Javaid Abbasi, Dorian Jakov Štern-Vukotić, and Navid Saberin.
Let’s show the world what becomes possible when blockchain meets real-world governance—and freedom leads the way.
Yours in Liberty,
KEY
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-08
I consider going deeper into the Batumi real estate market because I see cash inflow there from various sources (Saudi, Emirati, Europeans, Chinese, Turkish). Quite insane but good. Also good way to get a plan B residency when investing at least 100k$. So you get two fresh apartments you can rent out pretty well especially during the season [maybe I could handle the ops of this too?] and plan B residency card in nonsense fast evolving city which is still a hidden gem.
Hm hm?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-08
You might hate me for this, but - I don’t push myself.
I don’t set an alarm most mornings.
I eat when I’m hungry or just feel like it.
I work out when I want to—because I like being alive, and I like myself.
I want to be rich, beautiful, and youthful, and I’m not ashamed of that.
I enjoy the work I do - if I don’t enjoy it, I don’t do it.
I don’t hesitate to leave a restaurant, spa, or date if it’s not good enough.
It wasn't always like that.
But I put the work in to make it happen.
Glad I chose to take responsibility for my life and allow myself to dare to have a good life.
The Freeist
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-08
I feel alienated from some friends living ‘out there in the first world [Europe]’ where nothing changes for years, except for more regulations and prolonged time to ‘go to pension’, increased and invented new taxes and plans to build the bridge in five years which gets postponed by 15 years more.
I got so used to things just working, services rather to surprise me pleasantly with new inventions, way how things get done, 15 min food delivery in Dubai or alike. I am so used to being surprised it’s not a surprise.
Farming spot in the metro?
Of course, Korea…
Could I return to the ‘first world’?
No, not really. I cannot live under such conditions of handing over responsibility for own life to waste my energy on complaining about the system, no, no.
Obviously, the environment doesn’t change my self esteem.
However, it influences my emotional state.
So, why to tolerate any mistreatment?
I feel lucky to build such a high optionality over the years, as well as letting myself see the worlds in all its angles.
Choose the best, that’s what one deserves.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-08
There's never been a better time to get a bank account outside the EU, seeing the European governmental narrative.
Happy to remotely open a premium bank account in Georgia within 2-3 weeks. We handle all the bureaucracy to save you time. DM me.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-07
Belgrade, I will see you soon! Open to meetings on Wednesday & Thursday.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-07
We want to be treated for whom we deeply are, but we do the opposite, hiding our true self behind the ‘professional’ or ‘nice’ facade.
Trying to serve everyone, trying to be ‘friends’ with everyone, agreeing with everyone, getting more contacts, photos, ‘connections’, to suppress own true thoughts, impressions or wants.
‘But you can’t just tell what you think, how the world would look like?’
Well, first - I can. In the first place I don’t hide my thoughts from myself.
Second, it doesn’t mean everyone is worthy of my expression. I value myself above explaining myself to someone I don’t care about. [and I mean overall why to explain myself…]
So yet, how to properly create a balance?
The more we embrace the truer self the less the facade seems worth the energy. What for?
To be said, I’m bold, determined and directed, at least part of me is. Yet, even deeper, I don’t care that much about that. It’s not what indetifies me, at the deep core. And I guess it’s not worth the energy to prove. Because - I’m also present, open minded and accepting, and I find that valuable too, and that’s effortless as it’s natural to me.
Have you thought of what you try to ensure you deliver to the world, over explaining it or proving it? What for?
It also made me think how most of what we may admire isn’t true at all.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-07
Hot 🔥 Sponsorship for the upcoming pro-innovative Liberland Popup city is open.
We start in just a week, bringing in entrepreneurs from all around the world for a month to colive, collaborate, cowork. In Serbia 🇷🇸.
You can showcase your brand to 770.000+ people global community online and in pro-innovative niche circles, starting at 1.177$ 🤝🏻
DM me now.
I attach cute photo of mine for a better reach. Thank you 😀
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-06
25% of the year is gone. 😱
It’s been a pleasant ride so far and I got what I wanted:
*one unplanned work trip to Hong Kong made me explore a new favorite city
*first speech on our space program [also Hong Kong, but planned :)]
*met tons of new awesome and inspiring people around various countries
*planned the first ever Liberland Popup city in Serbia 🇷🇸 - while being thousands of kilometers away
*I started The Freeist weekly newsletter about broadening individual freedom. And I keep writing it!
On more personal note that influenced work:
*I understood that it’s the emotional connection that makes a country suitable for me
*I learned I bring people together literally anywhere. Organized an awesome small private meetup in Da Nang.
*I went from ‘I’m tired’ into ‘I can do everything, world is a playground, there are no trade offs. I’ll have it all.’ This is my most favorite one!
*I took myself on a travel for travel holidays after a long time.
*I reflected on what I don’t enjoy doing and handed over my press secretary work. I focus just on speakership, more strategic visibility and initiated partnerships where it makes sense.
*I had enough of travels and decided to move permanently back to Georgia 🇬🇪. I find it valid to see the world and understand what works for one: I miss Georgian authenticity, simplicity and my friends. It’s not the most ambitious place in the world but I felt just right there. I think it’s awesome to have the capacity to make new decisions as we change. And I’ve changed a lot again in these three months.
*I had a chance to meet some very influential people and I feel humbled in the best way. (Non suppressive) I really feel like *being in my place*, loved, cared about - despite I spend most time alone. I also understand I’m either into solitude or deeper connection, nothing in between.
*I am learning to let go more and it attracts me some great people too, admitting there are events outside of my control, making me more relaxed.
*Most weeks I work 4 days a week only.
*I fixed my hormone balances but don’t take it lightly and I give myself space for more life.
Much more to come, ladies and gentlemen. I hope Q2 to be dedicated to the finished book, building home, delivering the Popup city, speakerships, close friends circle, broadening my opportunistic services beyond Georgia [especially the premium banking] and return of my networking breakfasts - but who knows. Maybe even more :)
Sante!
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-06
The problem with nations is they fulfill our need to belong. Most people suppressed own personality so they need at least that nationalistic label. If you are aware of this: you’re free. You can opt living own life, finally.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-06
I can’t imagine the disappointment when one has set holidays, planning the ‘resting’ months or years in advance, and then is met with a bad weather. Saving money to enjoy the only week or two off once in a while. And I don’t comment when you give up the spontaneity for the guided tour so it’s not alterable at all.
Quick fix? None.
Long term thinking?
Create a value of yours and take over more ownership of own life. Choose when you work and where.
It’s not something that’s easy, despite it seems easy today. Yet it is about giving up something, hoping, increasing the odds and believing into inself. It’s about daring to build oneself life one wants to live. Because, what’s the point in anything else?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-05
I'm sorry for those who don't know that feeling when you deliver work on Sunday at 1 am because you want to and it makes you get where you want to get. 💆🏻♀️
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-05
How to get rid of all those *should* and *have to* in life? :D
I heard some people still do it.
Out Sunday 8 am Korean time
https://lnkd.in/dvVbyuP2
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-05
The world would be a better place if all the self suppressed people would admit they actually like themselves and want to prosper, be healthy, beautiful and rich.
Not so hard, one just has to accept responsibility for own life and admit to oneself one actually desires to love oneself.
The Freeist
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-05
Do you really believe you have to ‘push’ yourself and do what you don’t want to do?
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-05
It must feel disappointing getting old and realizing one spent whole life to prove something.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-05
If you truly want to change the world, most likely you do it wrong.
What I see in most cases is just a fight against the current status quo. However, that only provides it even more legitimacy. By ‘fighting’ you deliver energy to the source of your pain.
I prefer Taoism though, which is a little contraintuitive in this case.
What actually makes a difference is creation, and then validation of that creation by enough people. Not to seek external validation in the first place, but we don’t live in a vacuum.
Practicing voluntarism, we cannot enforce our own ‘truths’ on other people, it just makes no sense [despite most western systems work just like that].
Thus, ship more.
Take care, here’s a tree for you from Korea.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-04
Fascinating how the early times of life makes one hiding own true self to become one to fit in, to the point it becomes this habitual it’s frightening to show oneself even to oneself fully.
That leads to self alienation, fulfilling wants and goals of one’s false self, that’s extensively explaining and rationalizing the decisions.
If you know how rational I am - it was very shocking and hard for myself ‘what do you mean to give up the self control; I’m increasing the odds to get to the results I want’.
To be said: now I deeply believe in a balance between taking ownership of own life and letting go, allowing the randomness to exist [because it exists no matter what we think].
I wish more people lived their life, of their own true personality, being a friend of own thoughts and being. Yet, it’s very painful to admit one has been living in a lie for too long, wasting so much time, effort, energy, to prove one’s existence.
I’ve been digging into this for over the last three years, bringing The Freeist another deeper degree. So proud.
Take care.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-04
Celebrating 10th Anniversary soon, we start looking like a government :)
Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-04
I can feel the fomo! Love the full lu.ma calendar and happy we got our Liberland pop-up city getting pretty busy.
Coliving, coworking, here we go!
https://lu.ma/popupcity
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-03
You have no clue what’s happening in places like Slovakia where they just started a new tax: for your company transactions! And they are responsibility of the banks to handle.
Insane.
I’d taken all cash from the EU now.
Not surprise people think the same and we have the inflow of new customers getting a premium personal account in Georgia opened with us remotely - because with such tendencies on companies, people don’t feel safe anymore with their money.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-03
I travel alone and I spend a lot of time alone, but that doesn’t mean I don’t value connection.
That’s the thing: I cannot trade off my presence.
Either a quality time or I better stay on my own. I enjoy my own presence and I don’t mind if I don’t share it. Better than being around people I don’t want to be with.
That’s why deep down, I’m into more authentic experiences.
And that’s why I feel a deep pride to initiate the pro-innovative Popup city happening pretty soon in western Serbia - 14 April till 11 May.
Some people come for a few days, some travel for a week or two and some stay for a whole month. And I get that because k cannot wait myself. I want to colive with a few doers, sharing a meal in the morning and in the evening, enjoying yoga, tea drinking, effortless walks which I will lead, and coworking as well. We got a few seats left for those who wanna join us - either directly in longevity, deSpace, deSci or parallel societies or beyond.
And I also feel a great pride for bringing the concept for the first time ever to Serbia 🇷🇸, a beautiful country in the Balkans with a pretty favorable visa policy - enabling people to join us from all around the world. I mean it, we got people coming from Africa, Australia, China, and all around the Europe too. I got goosebumps and I can’t wait.
I can’t wait because it’s simply real, authentic and community driven. It’s not another conference with set agenda, but a true connection experience. I prefer that to anonymous hundreds of people events.
Think that’s for you?
DM me for the link to pre register: we strictly send the ticket links to the preselected entrepreneurs.
Take care!
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-03
Vacsina pozerate ako puci 😳
A ja vas uplne chapem.
Keby som sa transakcnej dani tolko nevenovala, nestudovala a neriesila s klientmi, pozeram tiez 😳
Banky vam zacali strhavat peniaze. V predmete mate uvedene “transakcna dan”.
Tato je ucinna od 1.4.2025, tzn. ku dnesnemu datumu su to presne 3 dni.
Tatra banka je ako vidite dost promotna. Uz 2.4. strhla dan z odchadzajucich platieb, a 2 € za platobne karty, ktore ma firma vystavene. Tieto 2 € je fixna suma, ktora sa plati za kazdu kartu za rok.
Maju v tom poriadok. Ani sa necudujem, ved zodpovedaju za vyber dane. Zakonodarcu nezaujima ci mate alebo nemate na ucte peniaze. Zodpovednost hodil na banky, ktore si to musia ustriehnut a s majitelom uctu vyriesit.
Z platieb, ktore zaplatite kartou transakcnu dan neplatite. Napriklad - tankujete za 100€, kupite si z alzy tovar za 1000€, z office depotu za 500€, za webinar zaplatite kartou 100€. Za tieto vsetky platby, ktore zaplatite kartou neplatite transakcnu dan.
Ak by ste za tieto nakupy platili klasicky prevodom z uctu, banka by vam strhla transakcnu dan 0,4% z kazdej platby, max. 40€ za kazdu platbu.
Jednoducha matematika. Zvladame ju viac menej vsetci pochopit.
Zlozitejsie otazky prichadzaju napr. s preuctovanymi nakladmi. To su pripady, ked za vas niekto iny (napr. materska spolocnost v zahranici) zaplati niekolko platieb napr. 1000€, 3000€, 2500€… a takto by som naratala az 50 000€. Vy mu jednou platbou (a mozno na zaklade jednej faktury) vo vyske 50 000€ tieto peniaze poslete. Zaplatite max. dan 40€. Mali by ste podat oznamenie v ktorom uvediete ze platba 50 000€ sa skladala z viacerych ciastkovych platieb, ktore za vas materska spolocnost zaplatila a uhradit dodatocne dan z kazdej platby 0,4% alebo nie?
Presne tieto a dalsie zaujimave otazky budem riesit na webinari, ktory o transakcnej dani pripravujem 25.aprila o 9,00 hod.
Vsetky podrobnosti najdete v linku v komentari 🥳
Aj vy sa trapite s transakcnou danou? Napiste mi 📲
PALUCHOVA TAX LAW
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-03
I feel the potential of some hidden gems countries - and I’d love to spread more awareness on how one may benefit from that, even remotely.
That makes me return to Georgia - but not to stop there. Very soon I’ll spend a longer time in Serbia 🇷🇸 . I aim to interview outstanding local minds, bringing them some extra attention and see what gems are hidden there, too.
I don’t plan to stop there, though. I’ve been especially into the post Soviet countries (pure gut feeling), but deep inside, I simply like genuine authentic spots. I am aware these are often overlooked, but I’ll be there, dig deeper and see what’s the must see.
I appreciate any tips, connections, and what interests you the most. Meanwhile, I’ll follow my judgment - I assume that’s good enough too 🙃
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-03
We overlook the most important when we choose the environment for life.
And yes, where you stay is your choice too, as you don’t change it.
I’ve spent a few days in Japan and it’s been the most frustrating, lonely and sad experience. The food and aesthetics is great but besides, it’s rather emotionally suppressed and there not much contact between people.
Here I realized in comparison to say Vietnam, it’s not about language proficiency, but the emotional connectedness that makes the difference. In Vietnam, I felt I mattered, I was visible, and I felt the community gots my back. Japan - or central and Northern Europe, feels much more disconnected and lonely.
Imagine, I’ve been traveling solo for 14 years but never felt this lonely.
It’s an interesting aspect I haven’t realized before: how the emotional availability matters. Not the fake pretended niceness.
It’s very valid to consider for both relocation and work.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-02
Make sure your work isn’t replaceable by AI, such as in this case:
🤝🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-02
I get anxious in the crowds. Yet I wanted to visit Fushimi Inari Taisha while in Kyoto.
I realized though, I can’t go on, so I took a small hidden path, outside of where thousands of people slowly walk, and…
What a beauty!
Then I realized I do the same in most areas of life.
Yet somehow my anxiety from the crowds leads me to some great joys.
And now, can you tell me how do you handle it in the shopping center supermarket?
I mean I just physically can’t go it, it feels so overwhelming. And social media on the phone too!
Maybe I admire you can bear it, or… don’t.
Interesting to actually pause and reflect on one’s inner experience.
But no crowds please.
Samuela Davidová
2025-04-01
I’m turning 30 later this year (end of August), yet I can’t believe: I feel I’ve lived quite a life already!
I can feel my world perception in my bones, the life experience and intellectual capacity. I really treasure age and I see every year as an asset because of the perspective it provides. I admire it [and I haven’t understood this in the past].
A lot have changed even just in the last months: I’m glad for the amount of undistracted solitude I experienced as it allowed me to see the new angles of the old. So as I’m glad for the human connection I take more and more seriously: it is a mirror, if one is willing to see it.
I’m arriving to a deeper self acceptance, as well as acceptance of others.
But more than ever, I look at myself now from the eyes of older self, and reverse engineer: what will be the todays actions I’ll utilize, and value, when I will be 70? If I will get there.
What of my habits, actions, are worthy to pursue, are worthy of my time and attention, and what I may drop?
Do I want to continue with Vietnamese or better start Chinese? I shall take the posture classes more seriously. Walking makes me feel very well… and: what do I seek in people? What emotional state I want to be in?
I also see how this interest into impression, the dopamine hit, excitement, disappears. I seek peacefulness instead.
A few more months to go, yet I feel so pleasantly satisfied already, and proud.
What’s your greatest insight recently?
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-30
Fresh
https://lnkd.in/dkQQEiUa
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-30
Is my desire to impress or to make money?
The answer may challenge how we allocate our time :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-30
I’ve never felt as lonely vibe as in Japan. It’s fascinating how it promotes to the advertising: showcasing your emotional experience with your phone.
I am totally into more tactile and community based societies, despite their common problem is often the suppression of the individualism.
Somewhat I find the best balance of building a family based on respect towards personality in a community and trust based society.
I feel glad I could have experience enough to build my own judgment.
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-28
Time for slight updates. Curious? 🤫
What I'm now at:
*organizing pop-up city for Liberland - April-May 2025 - deSci, deSpace, and all things web3 / pro-innovative
*weekly The Freeist newsletter [see my Substack]
*strategic partnerships & speakerships for Liberland
*Remote premium bank account opening in Georgia
*Liberland Space Program, which I initiated
What's even more interesting, though, is what's next. 👀
Check my updated profile description to find out. I mean - I haven't shared anywhere yet and it's.. It may be big and impactful, yeah! :)
Sante
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-28
😇I have to process that I joined this enriching fireside chat on space commercialization with David Hoantee Peng, MIM, MGM in Space Leadership here in Hong Kong during the Wiki Finance Expo yesterday.
Full house and more than 850.000 people watching online.
Wild. 🔥
Proud to represent our Liberland Space Programme and spread awareness on the industry opportunities.
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-27
😎 proudly @ Hong Kong
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-26
Hi Hong Kong 🇭🇰!
I’ll see you at wiki finance expo tomorrow 🤝🏻
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-24
Two successful nation-state propaganda approaches (pick one):
1. The Silent Method – People are kept preoccupied with their own lives, running businesses, building social ties, and focusing on personal matters. As a result, they neither notice nor care about who’s in charge.
2. The Overwhelming Method – Excessive bureaucracy and confusion exhaust people, making it nearly impossible to simply mind their own business. Frustration leads them to externalize their problems, obsessing over who’s in charge as a coping mechanism. Complaining and the illusion of influence become their only relief.
Hello from Vietnam 🇻🇳
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-19
This popup city started from my deep desire to integrate peaceful nature, the energy of doers, and the shared value of voluntarism. There aren't many places on earth where I can practice it all at once—so I created it. 🌳
Very soon, I will welcome you to the beautiful Liberland Ark Village in Serbia 🇷🇸. This Balkan territory is incredibly visa-friendly for most nations, making it the perfect spot for a vibrant pop-up city—without losing the comfort of a sauna, community activities, and the advantage of years spent building a base here. Our team knows the region, the people, the best deals, and the hidden gems that make this place special.
I am confident that we will create an unforgettable experience, bringing together great connectivity, spaces for work and speeches, a doers' mindset, and an entrepreneurial vibe. But also, slow mornings with tea, yoga, or an intense gym session, playing with our animals, and walking in the surrounding nature.
I am proud to bring together brilliant minds from around the world—and I can't wait to have you there as well.
To join us, DM me for our Telegram announcement channel.
Early bird tickets are now available exclusively for pre-registered attendees. On Monday, the price goes up. 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-19
This popup city started from a deep desire to integrate the peaceful nature, doers' energy, and the common value of voluntarism. There are not many places on earth where one can practice it all at once - so we created it. 🌳
Very soon, we will meet you in the beautiful area of Liberland Ark Village in Serbia 🇷🇸. Very visa-friendly for most nations, this Balkan territory makes it perfect for a decent popup city - not losing the comfort of sauna, activities, and years of being based in the area. This gives us a huge competitive advantage: we know regional people, the best deals, and the wider area around.
I am very confident we will bring a worthy experience bringing it all together - great connectivity, space for work & speeches, doers' mindset, and entrepreneurial vibe; but also slow mornings with tea, yoga, or a serious gym session, playing with our animals and walking in the nature around.
Proud to bring in a lot of global minds. Can't wait to have you all.
Samuela
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-10
Can you allow yourself first to get angry to become peaceful? Or do you suppress yourself under the label?
Some new philosophies, miau
https://lnkd.in/dz_fKVw9
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-05
your government is proud you gave up focus on own life and gave it to them 🥰
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-05
instead of creating, innovating, one fears the obstructions and limitations
these are contradictory factors and contradictions do not exist; thus no creation
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-05
how much could we progress having a legal framework that actually makes sense and doesn't obstruct innovative minds?
Samuela Davidová
2025-03-03
I feel the crazy importance of creation. It attracts more people and eventually alters the status quo, but not through fighting.
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-28
🇬🇧 Liberland & Civilization 3.0: Rethinking Governance for the Future
What happens when the ideas of network states, digital citizenship, and decentralized governance meet in a place where democracy was first practiced?
Our journey with Liberland started in Istanbul, where we met Liberland Representative Samuela Davidova at an event. Later, we crossed paths again at the Network States Conference, where we discussed the evolving models of governance. Most recently, through this connection, Liberland’s Minister of Justice, Michal Ptáčník , joined Civilization 3.0 for an exclusive session with our participants.
🚀 Liberland represents one of the boldest experiments in alternative governance, built on principles of personal freedom, voluntary taxation, and blockchain-based administration.
During Civilization 3.0, we had the opportunity to explore:
✔️ Liberland’s vision for a decentralized nation and digital governance models.
✔️ How blockchain, DAOs, and voluntary systems can shape the next evolution of governance.
✔️ The real-world applications of digital citizenship and legal frameworks beyond traditional nation-states.
The discussion with Minister Ptacnik was not just about theory—it was about practical implementations, challenges, and what’s next for emerging network states like Liberland.
🔗 We are at the crossroads of a historic shift in governance. Civilization 3.0 is about learning from the past to build the future, and the dialogue with Liberland showed us that alternative models are no longer just concepts—they are real, evolving systems.
Looking forward to continuing these conversations and shaping what’s next!
#Liberland #Civilization3 #NetworkState #Decentralization #DAO #Web3 #FutureGovernance #DigitalCitizenship
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-26
Can’t wait to be back to Hong Kong 🇭🇰!
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-26
🎊We are very glad that Ms. Samuela Davidova, the representative from Liberland, Joined the 2025 WikiEXPO Hong Kong station.❤️
Bridging Trust, Exploring the Best.
We sincerely invite everyone to join this financial event about transaction security.🤝🏻
Click the link to sign up: https://lnkd.in/ebeFKcDF
#WikiEXPO2025HongKong #BridgingTrustExploringBest #WikiEXPO2025 #WikiEXPO
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-23
The sky is not the limit, man.
It’s been a while since I started my role at Liberland Space Programme as a Co-Founder / Initiator, but I wanted to share this update with everyone. Go! 🚀👩🏻🚀
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-23
Imagine someone pours a hot coffee on your head and you sit there and say ‘I have to vote better next time’. Or do you get up and leave?
The newest The Freeist newsletter is live! 😎
https://lnkd.in/d368cZkg
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-19
Hong Kong is a very decent place on earth an I feel glad I can be here these days among many other entrepreneurs.
I'd never find out if I wouldn't try, and that's how it works with everything;
now imagine I'd be always in the same place where I was born, too... with a few occasional travels.
My life'd be completely different, so what made it like this?
The capacity to go on, to give things and people a try, and to be faithful in own potential, despite at first you have zero clue (and maybe even now I have zero clue, who knows?).
But what do I know, certainly, is that I stand by the values of growth and freedom, and that... this is just the beginning, man.
Go. 🖤
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-19
Those days when I was worried or scared to speak on the stage are definitely over 😀
Hong Kong, thank you 🖤
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-19
Hong Kong baby! Liberland got awarded to be the best country 🐈⬛
Of course it is 😇
Thank you Vit Jedlicka for sending me over.
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-18
Good morning, Hong Kong!
I'll see you tonight at the private event for the top opinion leaders in the web3 😈
Speaking at 7 pm [dm for the link, but it's invite only, not sure if you can get in 😇]
I feel excited to be in the town for the first time!
If you're around, I see there are many events here - and I am happy to meet and talk Liberland, our 10th Anniversary or the deSpace & deSci popup city that comes right after in April in Serbia.
Hong Kong baby? :)
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-17
Hidden tax you DONT know about 🤫
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-15
I fought this social construct a lot.
Tried to fit in. Thought I had to pick one.
I wanted to be soft and feminine, but without burying my past efforts. I imagined that if I embraced the catty, sexy miau, I’d have to carry an air of indifference. But the more I work on myself, the more I realize—I am indifferent, but in an honest way. I engage when I care, and I don’t when I don’t. Nothing in between.
At the same time, I’ve never been more alive, more real, more present. I see how idealized images pull people away from reality. They exist, but they’re not *there*. Meanwhile, I’ve become more peaceful, more relaxed—and, paradoxically, more confident. Not because I’ve built another mask, but because there’s nothing left to hide. I’ve simply become myself.
I used to think my ambition and my softer side contradicted each other. They don’t. True love—whether for people, work, or life—is rooted in freedom, not control. I integrate that intention not just into my career, but into everything. And the more I embrace interest in my personal life, the more it fuels my work—if they’re even separate at all.
I tried to force myself into a structured regime, but it doesn’t work for me. I don’t like rigid time constraints. What doeswork? Transparency, honesty, predictability. Enough clarity to lower uncertainty—so I can actually enjoy the rest.
I say I want a home, but in reality?
Building a global community fits me best, for now.
I also questioned my desire to speak. It shifted. I no longer feel the need to prove anything—to others, or to myself. Instead, I stand where I belong, in places that fit me. And I feel genuine pride in that—because I worked to be a good fit for them, too.
And the more I grow, the more I see: I don’t have to pick just one. The beauty is in embracing and integrating all parts of myself.
You may say, Girl, you’ll never find anyone this way.
But I see it differently. This path only attracts those who are real and honest with themselves, too. You won’t notice them if you don’t believe they exist—if you don’t embody it yourself.
I leave the games to those still afraid to be themselves.
I feel the free(i)st I’ve ever been—and the most loving, too. Not toward any object. Just as a state of being.
Go—let’s have it all.
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-15
2025 is a big year for us in Liberland
Before we meet in Serbia for the 10th Anniversary in April, I’m looking forward to meeting you at WikiEXPO in Hong Kong on the 27th of March.
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-14
2025 is a big year for us in Liberland
Before we meet in Serbia for the 10th Anniversary in April, I’m looking forward to meeting you at WikiEXPO in Hong Kong on the 27th of March.
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-14
There’s a rebelliousness that provokes until one gets hit, then seeks comfort and visibility to enjoy the victim's state, blaming the rules.
I prefer creation and action over the compensations of adolescence.
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-14
"Hey, are you still involved in Liberland? 👀"
After all these years of volunteering, building, and pushing forward…
You’d think I’d slow down?
Hell no.
I work on Liberland every. single. day. 😃
I get messages daily—collaborations, speakerships, interviews. It’s everywhere in my life. [Maybe a bit too much?]
Even when I take time off, there’s always a DM waiting... Citizenship, ma’am. 😀
I even choose where I stay based on upcoming events, extending my time to experience new places. (Thus, ‘strategically homeless.’)
It just makes more sense than renting long-term—for now.
I can’t express enough how proud I am of how fast things are evolving. Liberland turns 10 this year, and the momentum is accelerating.
But it’s not just about the milestones…
It’s about those 1 AM rep calls.
It’s about opening the laptop after 12+ hours of networking across multiple cities.
It’s about being sent to a “random” event and unexpectedly meeting ministers.
It’s about discussing political communication for the 21st century in the Australian Parliament.
And sure, it’s fun too—meeting incredible people worldwide, seeing ideas take shape. I feel really lucky.
Yes, it’s demanding. It’s exhausting. But it’s also exciting.
Most of all, it’s my choice. It aligns with my values, my philosophy.
So yes, of course I’m involved.
More than ever in a way.
Right now, I’m preparing a one-month pop-up city dedicated to deSpace & deSci—yet another future-building initiative.
We’re working on a space showcase.
I’m initiating the next big speeches and collaborations.
Maybe I should share more about what I’m working so hard on. 😉
Go 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-12
I don't care what people say, but Dubai made it.
Oh no, wait.
Dubai is still making it.
And will keep making it.
It’s THE place to meet incredible people,
to 'randomly bump into' those who are at the edge,
building the pro-future projects;
or better - it's the place where the future is now, where it is the norm.
There is another such place that unifies forward-thinking humans.
Popup cities.
I totally fell for the concept of bringing together those who question.. oh no. Who CREATE the norms.
That's why I'll see you at our Liberland 10th Anniversary [11-13 April], followed by a one-month deSpace & deSci popup city [14 April - 11 May], and meanwhile, I will jump to Dubai for Blockchain Disrupt to speak a bit.
Well - world is a home.
And thankfully, it can accommodate us in the right spots, if you opt into them.
Keep the fire lit.
Surround yourself with the best.
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-10
Saigon, soon to be back. Time to finally read my interview I gave to local community 😀
https://lnkd.in/dFQjHCbB
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-07
I was always scared to let go.
No one guarantees you anything: will you arrive to the new destination, where you desire to get?
But anyway, I did it: I left one school for another, one industry for another. I made jumps from acting to hospitality, to event management, to PR, to IT, to the representative work and going more entrepreneurial; initiating more myself, finally.
I left one country for another, to leave again without any guarantees for what may I never really find [a new home].
Everytime, it felt scary, it felt like you start from scratch but…
You never really start from scratch.
Everything you learned till now, counts.
I let go of people, of places, of positions…
To acquire empty space.
And finally, to get where I wanted.
Over the years I’ve learned I cannot get the new unless I let go of that takes away my resource in the first place. It requires particular heroism, but I thank myself for it.
I also had an obsolete strategy - disowning my fear by acting ‘fearless’. Facing it, I do not know yet, how things will evolve differently in my life. I can just tell I became more vulnerable :)
Now I work more on acquiring what I want to build long-term, without the desire to leave. I aim to pursue what’s authentic to me, what’s *mine*, as an honor towards my own resource. But yet, there are always some unnecessary things that don’t serve us, and I believe, identifying these, and letting them go, is freeing. It’s what creates the space for the new, for what’s meant to be.
I write more about it, along with one simple exercise for you, in the upcoming Sunday The Freeist newsletter. Link in bio. Enjoy.
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-04
All this AI-generated content feels like a hustle when you read a lot of text but don't get any real information. It gives a particular fatigue, while at the same time desire for valuable information.
While the same works in human interactions too - look how many people can say nothing with so many words.
I simply decided not to engage in the small talk.
Not texting or telling what I don't mean.
Genuine interest, or none.
And I read many more books.
How do you stay sane guys in this weird pseudo-information world?
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-03
I didn't have a clue about that when I was packing my things. 🫨
Back in 2020, I moved on my own from Prague to Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia.
I've never been there before and I didn't know anyone there.
I thought it was a temporary thing, but it still lasts.
I was rather skeptical about Georgia when I was leaving Central Europe, but then I learned more. And that shocked me.
The first thing was certainly the banking.
I wanted the local bank for local use, but now I understand it's an incredible fit for global travel. Made super simple, completely remotely manageable, awesome exchange rates, premium cards... I was shocked and now I'm glad we found a way with my business partner Pavol Luptak to help clients from all around the world to get such premium banking remotely for themselves within 2-3 weeks. We even handle the apostille to make it extra convenient for busy entrepreneurs. Truly global. Awesome.
The second - the variability in culture.
Georgia is a small country, but the food, nature, and cultural habits are so diverse! It's very traditional and that makes it extremely stimulating even for someone like me who doesn't like the stereotype. And here we go to...
The third - a trust-based society.
Something I later experienced also in SE Asia. People rely on each other rather than on the big entities [corporates / government]. Much more contact among people in society. That felt very safe for me, and it was also easy to make new friends. Local mindset is also driven by non-suppressed curiosity, making it a great fit to hire remotely for a fraction of the cost. [DM me if you wanna hire valuable talents for you from Georgia.]
How about you? What place made the impression on you that it ultimately changed you?
And, have you visited Georgia yourself? How did you find it?
I hope you enjoy the opportunities in life.
And if you need a little extra kick, sign up for my weekly The Freeist newsletter. Link in my profile.
Take care of yourself.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2025-02-02
You could have read what people say on their deathbed.
You can learn about the shortness of life from Seneca [or me] and be driven by the fear that life is short if you choose such a motivation.
You can leave your country out of offense towards your government and find another less abusive one elsewhere.
Certainly, but then…
Is this really your point?
Internally, is this what will make you feel accomplished?
Will this ever feel enough for you?
And how about if I say that one can just purely…
treasure own life?
What if I tell you that you may honor your life, your effort, all the energy you spend, the money you make, every achievement, every idea you have, every moment you’re alive?
That you may treasure your own presence - to be around yourself?
That you may respect your being, truthfully?
Because… If you do - everything else sorts out.
Read the full fresh beautiful The Freeist newsletter now 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/d_aNZABu
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-24
I’m stepping into my role as the Representative of Liberland to focus my efforts where they’re most impactful and rewarding.
What I’ll be working on:
*Representing Liberland at conferences across the globe.
*Supporting and organizing community events worldwide.
*Leading the Pop-Up City initiative this April-May, a project I initiated.
*Contributing to space program-related projects to explore new opportunities.
Looking forward to collaborating with others to advance Liberland’s vision and build something extraordinary.
We keep moving.
I may still contribute to the Press part of things, but it's not my main focus anymore.
Hugs!
And see you in Hong Kong, Serbia, and Dubai, and again Serbia 😇
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-24
Imagine, for example, you will be explaining your belonging to the place where you are these days, and tax obligations or non-obligations; in five or ten years.
What’s your story?
Read the full The Freeist newsletter at https://lnkd.in/d2kG2x2p
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-23
You may heard of CRS (common reporting system) - countries exchanging information about you having your account, your balance...
or not?
Get your reality check for 2025.
Read the full The Freeist newsletter at https://lnkd.in/d2kG2x2p
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-22
It’s 2025 and your actions are mostly digital. That’s not a utopia, it’s how things are. Data from the taxi apps, immigration offices, your payment information…
Wanna hide?
Good luck.
Read the full The Freeist newsletter at https://lnkd.in/d2kG2x2p
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-21
Higher and new taxes, more obligations, and more confusion about the rules. Hard to hire someone, hard to fire them, hard to rent out your place, or get rid of a bad tenant. Hard to enter a market, hard to orient, hard to pay VAT abroad in their whatever language, and confusing requirements.
Read the full The Freeist newsletter at https://lnkd.in/d2kG2x2p
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-20
The regulation is changing very fast, becoming more and more robust every day to a degree you cannot understand it all, ever.
Read the full The Freeist newsletter at https://lnkd.in/d2kG2x2p
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-19
Stop wasting your resource on fighting the status quo and seeking the 'easy ways'. Forget about hiding stuff under the rug, it's 2025. Let's face it now.
Read my new The Freeist newsletter at https://lnkd.in/d2kG2x2p
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-16
Ten years.
Big.
People from all around the globe coming in.
Le Figaro, Japanese major media, YouTubers with 600m+ followers, and that's just 3 months before the event.
Must-be-around.
I organize a deSpace & deSci popup city right afterward. Wild wild.
I'll see you @ Liberland Ark in Serbia, guys 😈
Who's in? 🔥
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-15
I handed over the Press Secretary's work.
Yup.
That's it.
I decided to invest my focus & resources on what matters to me:
Representative position, and creating more real-life value.
See you in Hong Kong, Dubai & 10th Anniversary of Liberland.
Go 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-15
Borders, limitations, norms, not playing gods.
It's been one year since my VOGUE CS interview went out for Vogue Leaders.
Time to reflect a bit again. Go.
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-11
feeling burned out?
stop hustling
remove noise
remove everything without objective / direction
create sense of direction - choose what you're after
have fun
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-11
01 The Freeist ~ Your Kickoff to Taking More Ownership of Your Life
Welcome to 2025 and Your Weekly Dose of Freedom expansion. You're taking a brave step forward in broadening your individual freedom.
https://lnkd.in/dkbGxCuQ
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-11
Your weekly The Freeist newsletter in your inbox.
Broaden your freedom & expand ownership of own life.
Some philosophy & some practical stuff for global lifestyle. Go.
https://lnkd.in/dRpBAjQG
First one live on Sunday 12 Jan 8 am Bali time. 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-07
I take a break from hustling, but I am super bullish about this event 😈
Speaking at WikiEXPO in Hong Kong on 27th March!
Excited to share fresh updates on the progress of Liberland, shortly before our 10th Anniversary.
See you around 🚀
P.S. Maybe you'll hear a few words about Liberland Space Programme too 😇
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-07
I was quite shocked to learn how many countries not only limit purchases but also the transactions abroad or withdrawals. That’s totally mindblowing - compared to the premium bank account I open for global clients in Georgia that have *no* transaction limit. Of course the bank asks question if there’s something fishy, but that’s not the point. Many countries make it impossible for people to transfer a few hundreds of dollars.
It only means making it impossible to leave the country, too. The narrative in the EU [excessive questioning/hard times] becomes the same.
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-06
if you see the world through, as a construct, you accept there's no 'should', you're not truly 'obliged', you choose everything in your calendar, how you spend your time and with whom. You're the owner.
We often prolong the pattern of the constraints from childhood, push ourselves into the places where we don't want to be.
Rather than curiosity, we feed the self-suppression.
Rather than acceptance, we punish ourselves for existence.
Rather than practicing self-preservation and prolonging, we degrade.
Allowing oneself curiosity, joy for life, awareness, honesty, reality - letting oneself live.
Surprisingly, it requires effort, a choice.
A choice to choose what works for one.
That's not a one-time process, though. We consciously have to choose the way we live and how we want to be treated at any given moment. Over and over again: what's in your day, what do you eat, what people you allow to spend your emotional energy on, and whom you want to surround yourself with.
Again and again, day by day, you choose to preserve yourself. You choose to live, experience reality, or run away from it. You choose not to suffer, or you choose to complicate your own life, allow the tension to prevail, listen to those you're not interested in.
While the choice for oneself leads to the chosen.
And, exploration of new activities, going out to the 'market' of life, and seeing how different people behave, what different people do for a living, how they spend their own time; broadens the awareness of the possible.
Choice broadens the optionality.
Optionality broadens freedom.
The Freeist 🖤
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-02
In Nigeria, banks limit your foreign purchases to just $20-100 per month.
That’s $100 maximum for everything –
Netflix, Spotify, work tools, online courses, any international purchase.
Beyond that, your bank simply declines the transaction.
And Nigeria isn't alone. Many developing countries restrict foreign currency payments to protect their economies.
So how do 200+ million Nigerians actually buy international products?
Three ways:
1. Asking friends/family to split purchases across multiple cards
2. Repeatedly buying gift cards
3. Using cryptocurrencies like USDT
Imagine coordinating with 5 different people just to pay for your subscriptions each month. 😐
Crypto cuts through all of that. No limits, no declined transactions, no asking around for help. Money moves exactly how it should.
The global market isn't really global when payment restrictions exclude entire nations.
DM me about adding crypto payments to your business. It takes minutes to set up.
#payments #business #crypto #globalization
Samuela Davidová
2025-01-01
Happy 2025 / turn of the calendar / whatever it means, to you.
May I meet my future husband, create a loving warm home, and finish the book about broadening individual freedom - The Freeist. Seems I will kick off the weekly Sunday newsletter meanwhile at least.
Curious?
I’ll reside in Bali for a bit soon. I seek warmth, lack of noise, availability, clarity, honesty - in both environment and social life. And a bit slower, simple pace. Home. Thankfully, I can create it myself, while I finally see the value in the connection too.
I’m pretty confident about my direction and progress. May the growth continue. I’m certain it will hit the right people who appreciate that and I’ll create an even more amazing circle around me.
I’ll be back with some takeaways and throwbacks when I’ll feel like it, sometime later. So far, I can see how I’ve transformed from a cute girl into a more cat-like lady, and it brings me great joy.
Farewell.
Sam
2024
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-31
Liberland was founded on principles of freedom, voluntary collaboration, and growth.
I’m Samuela Davidova, a proud Liberlander with a proven track record of delivering results.
As a former Representative to Georgia, I’ve signed agreements, built strategic collaborations, and amplified Liberland’s presence on the global stage.
But I’m not stopping there.
As your Congress candidate, I have a clear vision:
To simplify and streamline our processes.
To secure recognition from nations and markets.
And to deliver tangible benefits that empower every Liberland citizen. That empowers YOU.
Imagine a Liberland where your passport opens more doors.
Where exclusive privileges—through the Liberland Perks Program—make your citizenship even more valuable.
This isn’t just a dream—it’s a plan. A plan built on action, clarity, and a relentless focus on growth.
No reinventing the wheel—just amplifying what works and eliminating obstacles in our path.
Vote for Samuela Davidova.
Let’s build a stronger Liberland—together.
Your proud Liberland Congress Candidate.
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-31
No reinventing the wheel.
Liberland stands for freedom, voluntary principles, and prosperity.
Let’s amplify what works and eliminate unnecessary obstacles.
[from my Congress Candidate profile for Liberland]
Vote for me on Saturday 4 January 🚀
https://lnkd.in/dHnbHnAa
#liberland #congress #elections
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-31
You rock, Karnika E. Yashwant - Mr. KEY! I feel grateful I had a chance to meet you in person :) See you around!
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-31
No reinventing the wheel.
Liberland stands for freedom, voluntary principles, and prosperity.
Let’s amplify what works and eliminate unnecessary obstacles.
[from my Congress Candidate profile for Liberland]
Vote for me on Saturday 4 January 🚀
https://lnkd.in/dHnbHnAa
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-31
2024: A Year of Impact and Ideas
This year wasn’t just about speaking—it was about sparking transformation.
From the TOKEN2049 in Singapore to the FastBull Finance Summit in Dubai, every stage was an opportunity to address what matters most: blockchain, fintech, governance, and the future of decentralized systems.
These weren’t just talks—they were catalysts for change. Each engagement was a chance to challenge norms, explore groundbreaking ideas, and inspire action across global audiences.
As we turn the page to 2025, the vision remains resolute: Build. Scale. Lead.
Thank you to the incredible individuals and teams who made 2024 unforgettable:
Gideon Greaves, Vit Jedlicka, Samuela Davidova, Vugar Usi Zade, Abhay Kumar, Yat Siu, Brian Benedict Rose, Georges Mouawad, Marta S. and Team KEY Difference
Let’s take it further.
-KEY
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-28
The EU market will become more and more isolated with every coming month. While the rest of the world will just keep moving forward, it will abandon the ever-increasing regulations. You may excuse it and invalidate it for a bit more - oh you may don't need usdt. One day you'll wake up to some super sad reality, though.
*eating popcorn outside the EU successfully for the last 4+ years, yum yum yum*
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-28
From December 30th, USDT Will Disappear From Most European Crypto Exchanges
USDT is being delisted across Europe.
MiCA regulations are forcing Tether out, and the consequences will reshape crypto trading in the region.
Here’s what’s happening and why:
1. MiCA Destroys Stablecoin Profitability
MiCA requires 60% of reserves to sit in low-risk, bank-held assets while banning interest payments to users.
For issuers like Tether, this destroys profitability.
You can’t generate returns under these restrictions, so USDT won’t comply.
2. Tether Doesn’t Need Europe’s Tiny Market
Tether and Circle control 80% of a $203 billion global stablecoin market.
Europe’s Euro-backed stablecoins account for just $252 million.
Market isn’t big enough to justify jumping through MiCA’s regulatory hoops.
3. MiCA Threatens Liquidity for Traders
Over 90% of stablecoin usage is driven by traders moving capital between exchanges.
By forcing reliance on legacy banking systems, MiCA risks disrupting liquidity flows.
You have seen it during USDC crisis after Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse.
Risk for Europe
Without USDT, Europe risks losing access to most liquid stablecoin.
Traders and liquidity will move to other jurisdictions.
MiCA will fragment the market and push innovation elsewhere.
Will MiCA’s vision make Europe a crypto leader - or leave it behind?
Share your thoughts below.
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Samuela Davidová
2024-12-28
I love people who have the skin in the game. You win or you pay nothing - that's how you want to collaborate. I'm not really about bravery, but rather the fact that you are held accountable to deliver. Employment is a disease that motivates people to sit prescribed hours on the chair, not to deliver. You wanna work with people who have the skin in the game; and you want to have a skin in the game yourself too.
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-23
I created a Telegram & Signal announcement / updates channels on my writings / me / The Freeist concept [book]
TG: https://t.me/thefreeist
Signal: https://lnkd.in/dKCTnFaH
Subscribe on your favorite platform 🔥
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-23
busyness is a way to excuse a lack of results;
and so we keep ourselves hustling in meetings, networking without purpose, and not setting any objective of the day; nor having any lasting vision. We don’t know what mountain we’re aiming to climb, but somehow we figured out that having a call with some people twice a week will be important. Purposefulness and intention became the new six-pack to me and I was disappointed to learn how a few men are actually truly directed [but may have busy calendars :) and thus it gives the impression of importance].
read the full article for some extra motivation to live your life on your terms,
with love,
Sam
https://lnkd.in/d2Me45qt
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-20
'oh my god, it will be a shame, we will look crazy, they will send us right away to the madhouse'
- and I got other such discouraging messages which I ignored and kept going.
One month in.
We announced Liberland Space Programme [Liberland], onboarded some great minds to help us, got a couple of well-connected advisors, and now I am busy organizing a popup city dedicated to decentralized space, deSci, parallel societies, and longevity builders, founders, investors, and other enthusiasts to achieve their best. The first batch for registration will be open mid-January but we already have a couple of dozens of curious followers.
So far - no madhouse called me, but even if they did, I have had the 24/7 Do not disturb mode for the last couple of years.
Too busy doing things that matter to me.
Personal lesson learned from observation of the feedback - only those who have nothing to bring in, will discourage you.
Oh how much of their own fear must have been projected, it must have been super hard to bear that I dare and do things they might be scared of. Or just to stand out.
That's all I wanted to share today - just to encourage you a bit to go do things if you feel like them.
And if you can't wait for the updates about the deSpace / deSci popup we are building - DM me for the link to our announcement channel on Telegram. We will keep you posted [no spam].
We aim to build for you.
We aim to encourage you and enable you to be at your best, while we take care of the rest. With the best people around.
Stay tuned and let's go 🚀
P.S. See you in Serbia in Liberland Ark Village ~ 14 April - 11 May
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-20
Why you want to broaden your optionality to achieve freedom, why choosing is important, and a few more words about how broadened choices are intended.
Have a nice read!
#freedom
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-17
The first Liberland popup concept draft is live 🚀 along with our simple site.
In the next days we will work on:
*infrastructure organisation [Ark, Serbia]
*inviting dream speakers - top people in the niche [submit something about you at [email protected]]
*more specific program [organised conference part]
*program integration with sola. day / lu.ma
*side program organisation: local-related cultural events, activity [sports] events & lifestyle, local relevant institutions collaborations and trips [universities, planetarium etc.]
Check our site:
https://lnkd.in/dfiRWgVa
Registration for the popup will be open mid January.
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-17
Liberland will serve its first popup city right after the 10th Anniversary in April. Going big with dedicated deSpace, deSci, longevity & parallel society weeks.
Happening in west Serbia - Ark.
Very fresh & exclusive.
14 April - 11 May.
Subscribe for announcements
https://lnkd.in/dM5vC6df
Open for speakerships & sponsorship [email protected]
😈
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-12
I deleted social media apps from my phone several weeks ago and I haven't returned, as I became uninterested in it.
With every week passing, I feel more and more*egal* to the buzz, sensation, noise, small talk, shallowness, and spending time online. I purely practice more inner consistency and self-integrity, and it’s a byproduct.
I still haven’t figured out in what way I aim to return to create content that’d be authentic to the values I stand by. While I understand some may be confused about my disappearing, I wanted to reconnect for a bit. So, I am okay - I live life with all its perks and downs. I feel great for standing on my side and how much more I can bear, I enjoy to see how I evolve and take what’s meant to be taken along in the progress.
What’s next ~ I remain agile [for life]. I need to sit with myself and get more clarity on the next objectives, again. Let’s see where it all takes me; or better, where do I take myself, as I own my life [plus there’s some randomness].
Wish you good, and take care of yourself, be your best friend, get some love and don’t play games - even if they invite you very hard. :)
Oh and - I am learning to have some more fun. That’s the nice part.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-11
This December, many agencies are caught up in the pre-holiday pitch frenzy
I’ve decided not to stay on the sidelines and offer my help
I currently have the bandwidth to take on one more project, and I’d be happy to join your team to help you win that crucial pitch
Here’s the deal: if we don’t win, you don’t pay me. Seriously. I believe in fair play — I wouldn’t feel right charging without delivering results
Drop me a message, and I’ll send over my portfolio and rate sheet.
Share this post if you know someone in need of a marketing strategist for $0 upfront!
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Samuela Davidová
2024-12-08
A little celebration of emptiness, how it contributes to growth, and why resetting from scratch may be the best thing to do as a thought experiment to move forward.
Sante.
And live well.
https://lnkd.in/dfGBAUXC
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-08
Happy to have the Amazing Liberland crew join us at Dubai Tech Tuesdays! Vit Jedlicka and Samuela Davidova are stars!
Make sure you RSVP - https://lnkd.in/eRKAGYaE
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-08
Dubai & Abu Dhabi, baby 🚀
I arrived in the Emirates and will be happy to meet you
Monday - Tuesday @ Abu Dhabi
Wednesday - Thursday @ Dubai
Please, send me the events you plan to join and I'll see you around! 🐈⬛
Looking forward 🇦🇪
It's the last planned work trip this year and then I will hide in the cave :)
Take care,
Sam
#dubai #btcmena #mena #abudhabi #emirates #btc #web3
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-07
Liberland core team is back in UAE, baby!
Meet Vit Jedlicka, our Prime Minister Justin Sun, or me and my colleague Petr at Bitcoin MENA in Abu Dhabi, at upcoming Tech Tuesdays by Gordon Einstein or arrange a private 1:1.
See you around Dubai & Abu Dhabi :)
The photo is a little throwback to Bangkok - Parallel Society Congress, where I was speaking.
Sante
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-06
You cannot book a call with me.
I don't enjoy being online so I do not initiate or participate much in such contact.
Most calls can be an email or a short text.
Calls are an expensive interference in the mutual schedule.
If you never tried to live outside the time constraints, you may not even notice how much stress it causes.
Imagine when you can focus on whatever you do without having to think about being somewhere else a bit later - wild. It's a creativity boost, it lowers the tension and gives more joy to the process.
But yeah, a busy calendar gives a 'good feeling' of own importance.
Also, it's way easier to not see what truly matters and what does not when you're super *busy*. I've been there too so I know how is it like. [19h working days anyone?]
Then I started practicing more self-integrity;
and the more I ask myself 'Why do I do what I do?' with literally everything.
That cuts off people, things, events.
That creates emptiness and silence.
And that also results in much more solitude which I fortunately enjoy;
I prefer it to spending time on a call or in person, or just texting online with someone whose presence doesn't bring me joy.
No exceptions.
I purely take ownership of my life and for what's there.
Yes, there are things outside our control. But taking ownership of our state, too, makes a big difference.
I believe this perception and practice would significantly improve people's lives, and at large could alter the status quo in the world. [that's why I write a book about broadening individual freedom, The Freeist]
There's no one coming for you to get you out of the nonsense hustle, it's only in your own hands :)
And please, never ask me for a quick call, thank you.
[okay, I can see you mocking in the comments sending over your *calendly* :)]
Be good and enjoy life.
Take care,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-12-02
Governments talking about bringing freedom is an oxymoron :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-11-13
Liberland Launches Ambitious Space Program to Drive Technological Innovation and Global Collaboration
Read the full article at
https://lnkd.in/dzGzK_YK
🚀
Samuela Davidová
2024-11-13
Did you know the bottleneck in space exploration isn't tech, but... bureaucracy?
That's why I initiated the Space Mission for Liberland .
More details very very soon.
Thank you for your trust Vit Jedlicka.
Go 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2024-11-12
*gathering the presentation photos all over X* 🇹🇭
Don't tell anyone! 🤫
Your favorite pro-freedom girl is in Bangkok till Sunday.
We announce the space mission on Wednesday - tomorrow [to join our closed community Signal chat, text at [email protected] with something about you].
Little meetup on Thursday at 6 pm.
You will meet me at the side events. :)
See you around!
Photo from Parallel Society Congress 11 Nov
#bangkok #thailand #devcon
Samuela Davidová
2024-11-11
🚀 About to begin for Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2024-11-08
join me @ Devcon
I speak at
Parallel Society Congress @ Monday 11th
Space mission announcement @ DeSpace day of Devcon - Wednesday 13th
I'll meet you at the many side events around the town.
If you are seriously interested into your Liberland citizenship and want to talk more, DM me.
I'll meet you in Bangkok.
#bangkok #devcon #thailand
Samuela Davidová
2024-11-07
Come to my talk on 11 Nov @ 16.00 at Parallel Society Congress in Bangkok. 🚀
https://lnkd.in/dhQZrKkq
Liberland #liberland
Samuela Davidová
2024-11-03
I wrote a few words about my current intentional strategical homelessness as a way for personal progression :) enjoy 🦄
https://lnkd.in/dP4HY3hm
Samuela Davidová
2024-11-01
Another power packed month for KEY Difference!
October brought new wins and connections.
🟪 Check out our #KEY highlights 👇
🔘 We hosted the official launch of Liberland’s Dubai representative office at KEY Difference office.
Leaders from Binance, DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre), Polytrade Finance, and Manta Network (MANTA) joined, uniting around a shared vision of freedom and choice.
Shoutout to Samuela Davidova and Petr Krovina for driving this forward!
🔘 KEY Difference x University of Sharjah Partnership
New collaboration with the University of Sharjah, a leader in UAE’s education and innovation, to drive Web3 advancements and support visionary projects.
🔘 Building connections over our "Dinner With" series
We hosted an exclusive dinner with blockchain innovators Capx AI, MultiBank.io, DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre), Manta Network (MANTA), DFINITY, and Frictionless Network.
🔘 Had a blast at our Crypto Laughs: Comedy Night with MultiBank.io!
There’s nothing like good laughs to bring the community together and spark new connections.
Our Breakfast With series also continued, diving into digital assets and finance with industry leaders.
🔘 KEY Difference Labs x Lisk Partnership, featured on CoinDesk!
The Lisk Pioneer Program for Web3 startups is still open, offering up to $100K in grants.
Ready to build?
Apply now: keydifference.com/lisk/
🔘 KEY Difference Wire covered the biggest events as an official media partner: Blockchain Life, Cardano Summit, and CDAO Fall 2024!
Our founder, Karnika E. Yashwant - Mr. KEY, took the stage at DEXT FORCE Festival, and Blockchain Life sharing valuable insights with a global audience.
🔘 Another engaging X Space by KEY Difference with an inspiring session on Web3, featuring guests from Tokinvest, XBorg, Stablecoin Standard, and txFusion.
Missed it?
Replay here for latest Web3 insights: https://lnkd.in/gdC_htSM
🟪 Real conversations, aligned visions, and renewed energy for what’s ahead in the Web3 space.
November is here, and we’re gearing up for more impactful moments.
Expect events, valuable connections, and new collabs as KEY Difference continues to thrive.
Stay with us—there’s more to come.
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-31
‘Would you send me something about your company?’
‘It’s a country.’
😀
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-31
We're thrilled to announce the official opening of Liberland's Dubai representative office at KEY Difference!
The grand opening was a gathering of Web3 leaders who believed in the mission of freedom and choice.
💬 Our founder, Karnika E. Yashwant - Mr. KEY, shared his journey into the space and why he resonates deeply with Liberland’s vision. “It’s about giving people their freedom and choice back,” he stated, inspiring a packed room of executives from leading firms like Binance, DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre), Polytrade, and Manta Network (MANTA)
👏 Special thanks to Samuela Davidova and Petr Krovina of Liberland for their invaluable insights and to everyone who joined us in making this event unforgettable and to everyone who joined.
Together, we’re building a future where freedom and choice thrive.
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-30
🚀
https://lnkd.in/dndVfNBU
#dubai #uae #liberland Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-29
👀 First sneak peak to our Liberland Representative Office opening in Dubai with Karnika E. Yashwant - Mr. KEY & Gideon Greaves & Petr Krovina - Chief of Staff [President's right hand] of Liberland.
Await more soon! 🚀
#dubai #uae #liberland
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-28
Doing what doesn’t work - doesn’t work.
Question the status quo. Stand out. Deliver.
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-28
We register an increased demand for the remote premium bank account opening in Georgia, and I wonder:
1. Is it because people realize the western banks often suck and they want something normal;
2. Is it because we tweaked the service now to be totally simple and low-paperwork for our clients;
3. Is it because the premium Georgian banking is simply really awesome and we enjoy that ourselves so much with Pavol Luptak all around the world, with newly increased airport lounges (up to unlimited), awesome currency exchange rates anywhere I travel to,…
Or all together?
The more I travel, the more of an opportunist I become - I see the world from the wider perspective. And then all the ‘normal things’ in the Georgian banking like personal banker, no transfer limits, multiple currencies by default, concierge services - all these sound like ‘are you serious?’ dream to many people who come from the west, often living abroad, while a norm to the local Georgians.
We are glad to be serving more clients residing around the globe enjoying the benefits of remote opening with their minimum effort with just power of attorney and passport copy. We handle the bureaucracy because we understand what a headache it is.
I’m really really excited and feel extremely self actualized to provide a quality service to people around the globe. 🥰
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-27
Who has heard of Liberland? An independent state with a motto “To Live and Let Live”
What I loved about them is the voluntary taxes policy. If you pay taxes, you are rewarded with country shares (land). How cool is that? 😎 A motive to make residents pay tax! Thank you Samuela Davidova for the great presentation!
Now Liberland has an official representative office at KEY Difference in #JLT.
#Liberland #DMCC #crypto #web3 #blockchain #web3community
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-26
Awesome to be featured :)
https://lnkd.in/d9TYZkve
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-26
Happening Today!
The official Grand Opening of the Liberland Dubai Representative office at KEY Difference Dubai office.
Be part of this milestone moment—come network, learn, and celebrate the future of governance through blockchain.
We look forward to seeing you there!
📍 Location: KEY Difference Dubai office
⏰ 5:00 PM
🔗 Limited spots left: lu.ma/4963d7w8
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-25
We’re thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of the Liberland Dubai Representative Office at the KEY Difference office!
Join us as we officially welcome Liberland’s vision of blockchain-driven governance to Dubai!
This milestone event will feature special guest Samuela Davidova, Press Secretary of Liberland, who will share insights into Liberland’s journey and bold plans for a decentralized future.
📅 26th October | 5:00 PM
📍 Location: KEY Difference Dubai Office
Be part of this landmark moment in redefining governance through blockchain.
Don’t miss the chance to network with thought leaders and visionaries who are shaping the future.
Register Now: lu.ma/4963d7w8
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-25
Excited to be featured as the Press Secretary of Liberland
I will see you all tomorrow in Dubai at our new office in Dubai.
https://lnkd.in/d_BTSDwU
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-24
As I’ve often said, Blockchain isn’t just a technology—it’s a philosophy.
A philosophy deeply rooted in freedom, returning power to its rightful place: the people.
Blockchain has the potential to reshape everything around us in ways we have yet to fully grasp.
Throughout my 11 years in the blockchain space, I’ve consistently supported initiatives with revolutionary potential—those with the vision and passion to truly change the world.
Now, imagine an entire country built on the core principles of blockchain.
Today, I had a meeting with Samuela Davidova, the Press Secretary of Liberland.
Liberland—a nation that has fully embraced the blockchain philosophy.
We discussed bold, visionary steps for the future of governance through blockchain technology.
And that’s just the beginning—our KEY Difference Dubai office will soon become the official Dubai representative office of Liberland.
Blockchain stands as a powerful technology, but its true strength lies in the bold philosophy.
KEY
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-24
We open representative office in Dubai this Saturday with Liberland
That's exciting.
I will meet you there. The capacity is very limited, so register now.
#dubai #liberland
https://lu.ma/4963d7w8
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-23
I was 19 when I did it.
I was so nervous, it felt like daring too much, it was my dream to have it.
I ordered my business cards at my own expense. That was a big deal back then.
I did many jobs to make enough for rent and food, I worked hard, and a lot and I studied too.
I did anything was available - hostess jobs were easy to do and well paid. I realized how much the agencies take for getting us the jobs - and so I aimed to find the jobs myself directly with the clients.
I sat down to my laptop at home of my best friend, I shortlisted some fairs I thought of attending and I texted to the contacts of the booths. I sent hundreds of emails.
I made the business cards - a little piece of paper with my name. I felt that pride - this is me.
I took those little papers with my name to the next fairs and distributed that at other’s booths, for future opportunities. I remember how I was nervous to come over and ask for a job.
One more booth, one more daring, one more paper with my name. My name!
None of these worked out, no one contacted me and I moved to the event management industry back then which was much better - I wanted that deep in my heart. I quickly managed 150 people and 500k$+ 4-day turnover. I quickly moved on.
And somehow I believe that this capacity for a fast pace of getting where we wants starts right there - at printing own name on the piece of paper, or just owning own name, and daring to say it out loud, with pride.
These days, I say it, again, with pride; when I come to the stage.
My name is Samuela Davidova, and I build a country.
Go and dare - speak up.
Today I don’t have business cards anymore, but I don’t need them. People recognize me themselves - or I share my QR code for contact. But the name is there.
Be proud. And be proud you’re proud. 🔥
Have an awesome week.
Sam
P.S. The photo is from Geneva auto salon where I worked for Mansory. 😌
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-22
🚨 Exciting News for Skychatters! 🚨
Samuela Davidova, the Press Secretary of Liberland with the Skychatters verified profile, is now running a private group chat on Skychatters about opening bank accounts in Georgia! 🇬🇪✨
With her experience and expertise, you’ll get the best guidance!
Make sure to follow her verified profile and join the chat today!
If you're interested in learning more about the process, contact her directly through the Skychatters platform. 🌎
#Skychatters #GeorgiaBanking #Liberland #VerifiedProfile #TravelCommunity #FinancialFreedom #GlobalBanking #ExpertGuidance
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-17
Dubai? Yeah, it’s amazing. I’m just floating between increasing consciousness and life in my life and replying to the crazy load of messages. It’s wild! So many people. Amazing ! People. I feel lucky. And I need holidays too though. 😀
Thank you for bringing great doers together Gordon Einstein with your Tech Tuesdays 😊 I’ll see you next week again!
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-15
These days in Dubai are totally 🔥 crazy 🔥 .
But it wouldn't be a quality event time without meeting Yuri G. Rabinovich at his VNTR Capital gathering. I am super excited to see good folks grow and it's mindblowing when I realize it's been exactly only ONE YEAR since we met in Tbilisi, then I attended his event in Singapore a bit later, and - how much has changed over that one year. 😱
Wild.
Yuri unifies investors and serial entrepreneurs from all around the globe. Live. In different locations. And I hope we find finally the capacity to open the Liberland chapter to help investors from our community to do amazing things together soon too!
This is truly great. Go check him out - and attend his VNTR summit in November in Portugal, if that's your thing. He does it well. And dozens of more events around the world!
I love people who do art [read business].
Go! 🚀 😊
See you around.
#dubai
[I'm in town till the end of the month, DM me to meet.]
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-15
YES, yes, yes!
We will talk about asset diversification to broaden freedom very soon in Tbilisi!🐈⬛
Join me & Gearoid Cox as my main *special* guest on Saturday 2 Nov at 11.30 am.
To register, go to https://lu.ma/zhs07s2x
Yayay!
I am super excited to make this short trip back to my beloved Sakartvelo 🇬🇪 before departing back to Asia.
#tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-11
Yes, Justin Sun was elected as Liberland Prime Minister.
Exciting our blockchain-based elections got such a hype - all the world now learning about our meritocracy and direct democracy principles, my DMs go nuts from 'seriously?' and LLD (Liberland dollar) went 4x+ in worth on the exchanges. We are open to consult other governments on implementing of the governmental DAO workflow.
The time to become the citizen is NOW, as the buzz will go wild even more, onboarding more and more people every day. So go and register at https://lnkd.in/d4n3KHxU, it's literally just 10k$ away from you.
Exciting to share the values with some great bright minds around the globe. Liberland - go. Thank you, Vit Jedlicka, that I can serve too.
*meanwhile our Advisor of President for Space Program is promoting us at the cutting-edge innovative events in Thailand and I aim for the investments in Dubai 🍿🍿🍿*
Justin's very fresh statement about his Prime Minister activities:
https://lnkd.in/dJzwe4bg
#Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-08
I decided to give Dubai one more chance 🙃🇦🇪
I will be in the town 10 - 30 October 🚀
Aims:
*Open to the networking events
*Liberland-related activities and meetings
*Socializing! I am hungry for good people around me [that's why I decided to go for this little tour]. Happy to make new friends or meet my future husband, of course.
Want to catch up - DM me / comment.
I can't wait :)
#Dubai #uae
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-04
Eastern Europe's Hidden Gem... Belgrade 🇷🇸 Often overlooked, this enchanting city offers a unique opportunity to embrace a lifestyle of luxury without the Western price tag.
From its rich history to vibrant nightlife, Belgrade invites you to explore its hidden treasures and experience life like royalty.
Join us as we delve into the heart of Serbia’s capital with Mr. Henderson. In our exclusive video, he uncovers the secrets to truly living like a king in Belgrade. Whether it’s indulging in exquisite dining, strolling cobblestone streets, or discovering exclusive nightlife, this city has something for everyone.
🔗 https://lnkd.in/dTHDCues
#Serbia #Belgrade #Wealth #Travel
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-03
‘Do you know how many satellites has SpaceX, girl?’ Asked my colleague at 2.30am during our usual brainstorming, this time on my pet project on space exploration.
‘Man, but I don’t aim to compete, I don’t aim to cut from their pie. I aim to increase the pie globally, lowering the threshold for more countries and businesses to get in.’ 👧🏻🚀
Stay tuned :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-01
The freest country in the world in the making. Watch Liberland's story and newest development updates fresh on the Nomad Capitalist channel as part of 'Live Like a King' from Belgrade!
https://lnkd.in/dyXM5DRU
Nomad Capitalist & Samuela Davidova
#liberland #nomadcapitalist #freedom #belgrade
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-01
No way!
54k views in just 19 hours.
Go check out my interview as part of the Live like a king - Belgrade edition from Nomad Capitalist.
https://lnkd.in/dDGt_Twp
#nomadcapitalist
Samuela Davidová
2024-10-01
The freedom we have in these days is a huge one - we don't have to pick one.
We don't have to suppress the other parts of self.
We can be everything.
I can have a loving family.
I can live around the globe.
I can work - I can self-actualize and self-express myself through what I am strong at.
I can be everything. All parts of self.
The bigger the sun, the bigger the shadow.
Go :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-30
And thus, I do not ask us to live for the sake of those who can’t.
I do not ask to love for the sake of those who can’t.
I do not ask to create for the sake of those who can’t.
I do not ask to self-express, to feel, to be, to do business, to do that crazy thing, to buy all that stuff we wanted, to travel to those dream places, to write down all our wants right now and start doing them straight away, for the sake of those who can’t.
I ask us to live for its own sake — for the joy and love for living itself.
Because love doesn’t need any further approvals, it doesn’t need the governmental stamp, any official process and request, someone to allow us to love.
Love and life — they only are, until they are not.
Love, as other feelings, are in the here and now only.
Love, here and now, life — all these they are already here.
Every moment is complete in itself.
So, what is it we’ve always wanted? What is it that we long for the most? And why is that us, that we hold ourselves back from it?
My friend has left, forever. As if it gave me another breath, another reminder, to live, fully, and never less.
I wish you the same.
Love.
And take care of yourself.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-30
The problem of successful people is inner suppression.
It feels like a chicken-egg problem; as the inner suppression leads to the reality runaways, while workaholism is one of them.
However, workaholic - busy, doesn't really mean successful, either.
Success is usually connected with greater responsibility, which is another pressure to be vented. And sadly I see around myself many of those hiding it behind drinks - they call it 'to wind off' or 'to celebrate', or depressions they don't talk about. But I can feel them.
The way out is to find a way to process it, and to process it - one has to be in the relaxed state, as relaxed state is where we are in the here and now and emotional state is only in the here and now.
Another paradox is that the more you're oriented on the self-development and growth, the harder it is to get a quality socializing (and at certain point, you're not interested in anything less than the higher standard of it).
Yet, it's incredibly valuable to have same-level people who understand you, to share your worries and emotional state with, as others mostly won't understand or will even invalidate your frustrations as not worthy of attention. But when you live an intentional life, you know that what you worry about truly means something to you.
Thus, I want to wish everyone to have likeminded circle, as that's of a high value; and create enough space to relax and process own sadness.
The beauty of life is we can grow out of love, not out of self-punishment. And that works pretty well, if we allow that to ourselves.
Take care all of you.
With love,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-29
Europe 🇪🇺 is such a failure that even broke US 🇺🇸 is making fun of it
Stop pretending everything’s fine.
Europe is collapsing, and the only reason you won’t admit it is because you’re too comfortable in your delusion.
Take a look around you.
Germany and France - the so-called “powerhouses” of Europe 🤣- have become a dumpster 🗑️ of the continent.
If they joined the United States today, they’d be some of the poorest states. Let that sink in!
In Asia and the Middle East, cities like Singapore, Dubai, and Riyadh are booming, economies growing like crazy.
They’re building the future while Europe is stuck in the past.
The reality is simple: Europe lacks vision, energy, and most importantly, capital to make any serious progress.
Investment, talent, innovation - none of it is happening here anymore.
Look at the global growth numbers, the GDP comparisons - Europe is losing.
Europe’s been on a downhill trajectory for decades.
And here’s the truth: deep down, you know it.
Question is, how long are you going to stay stuck in the past before you decide to build your future somewhere that’s actually growing?
It’s time to wake up.
Staying in Europe could be the worst decision of your life.
Be smart - look to US, Asia, Middle East - they’re the future.
I already made my choice and moved to Dubai 🇦🇪. What are YOU waiting for?
Follow 👉 Anton Golub & share ♻️ with your network.
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-29
Victims actually don't seek help. They do not seek a solution.
The aim of the victim is to be the victim.
There are actions leading to the solution; yet many people choose hustling / drifting for its own sake, to avoid the unpleasant experience associated with the potential failure, responsibility to take ownership of their own journey, and facing the uncertainty of every path to the unknown, as no one grants you anything.
To be said, I seek people who love results while enjoying the path; not those who create cute names for drifting. I seek them to have friends, partnerships, to create together, to deliver value. I am truly hungry for surroundings that deliver great intellectual stimulation. I assume that's the search for life. I treasure good people.
Sending love,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-28
There are no limits.
There are no borders.
I feel lucky to have met and gathered all these amazing people sharing the same values for the Networking Breakfast with Sam - Kuala Lumpur chapter 🚀
It felt extra warm and rewarding to me. My genuine thank you.
It's my personal reminder that creation, value, and likeminded people are not limited to one place on earth; we can attract that anywhere in the world through self-expression, daring, speaking up, creating.
Lots of love.
Sam
#kualalumpur #malaysia
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-26
My HUGE pleasure to be speaking at Nomad Capitalist Live this Saturday at 11 am.
If you're around, reach out to me!
Glad to be in touch.
Staying in KL till ~ 10 October.
Dreams come true :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-26
I was just confirmed to go to Argentina to speak at Labitconf2024 - the oldest Bitcoin & Blockchain Conference in the world and #1 in LATAM. 🚀
Ayayay! 🥹
Will I see you around?
It will be my first time ever in the Americas!
#buenosaires #argentina #labitconf #speaker
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-24
On the paradox of growth - our surroundings, opportunities and bearing much more over time.
https://lnkd.in/dJHECjeK
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-23
Token2049, the Network State Conference & dozens of side events are over!
It was a long week with hundreds of amazing people I had a chance to meet.
Was it worth it?
What I treasured the most?
What were some of the core takeaways?
I shared more about our Liberland mission in Singapore in a short video 🚀
#liberland #token2049 #singapore
https://lnkd.in/dwZfxbvd
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-22
Kuala Lumpur 🚀
I am organizing a closed moderated networking brunch this Tuesday at 11 am for the entrepreneurial pro-freedom minds. No selling; focus on the exchange of experience, value-oriented.
Wanna join?
DM me for the registration link.
Small group - 10-15 people. Free organization; you pay just what you order.
#kualalumpur
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-22
An event we couldn't miss!
The Network State Conference presents Balaji's concept of the Network state; the event shows building the countries from scratch, attracting likeminded people into communities, and using their potential to thrive 🚀
If you're around, search for our Press Secretary Samuela Davidova who joined the conference on behalf of Liberland, and say hi or find out how to become our citizen!
#networkstate #singapore
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-19
Being in the right place at the right moment.
We couldn't miss one of the core events of the year - TOKEN2049 in Singapore with Liberland.
Today, on Thursday, I will see you at the main event, and then at RWA Hustle Party in the evening.
And, on Sunday, of course, at the Network state conference!
Next week I will be getting ready for my Saturday 11 am speech at Nomad Capitalist Live event in Kuala Lumpur 🚀
See you around!
If you're in Singapore or in Kuala Lumpur, you may text me on TG at @DavidovaSamuela
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-16
Why you should not bring much attention to 'consistency' and some other contra-intuitive applicable philosophy.
Sleep well :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-16
A great United Nations visit to Vit Jedlicka and Liberland!
https://lnkd.in/dry5pHge
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-11
There's something that excites me and frightens me at the same time.
I am super young.
And with every month, I am more aware of my uniqueness, the value I bring [and can bring] to the world in my own way.
It becomes dangerously limitless when one is aware and treasures own potential.
I already know I couldn't settle for anything less;
I couldn't do things I wouldn't enjoy, or that wouldn't meet my values;
I know I can bear much more [emotions, envy, attention, responsibility] than most people, which simply makes me stand out, and grow even more.
To be said, it's a self-enforcing circle:
the more efficient, result-oriented, and successful you are > the more you reduce the noise > the more efficient...
And all this, to be said, I am only 29 years old - that's more than exciting.
At the end of the day, it's not really about some position, branding, or other 'successes', but rather about my personal integrity.
I wake up in the morning with my own mind and moral values.
And I know, I do not betray myself.
Can you even imagine how much can be ahead?
Life is truly exciting when we stand on our own side.
Be #thefreeist :) [that's my book I work at]
I'll see you around. Sending greetings,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-10
One more throwback to the Startup World Cup - Georgian edition by Startup Grind Tbilisi, Georgia / Colin M. Donohue
I had a chance to meet local aspiring entrepreneurs and share how we build a country from scratch with Liberland!
That was exciting :)
Glad for the quality networking.
Thanks for the leadership, Vit Jedlicka
📍 Batumi, Georgia
#liberland
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-10
I left Georgia 🇬🇪 and departed to Asia, because...
...There's something even bigger ahead 😈
While I am resting in Vietnam alone, I'm preparing for the next weeks which will be exceptionally important to me. Will I meet you at any of the events?
18-20 Sept @ Singapore for the token2049 side events
22 Sept @ Network State Conference in Singapore
28 Sept @ 11 am I speak at Nomad Capitalist Live event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
3 Oct @ Kuala Lumpur; Bitcoin Malaysia 2024
and much more is ahead!
Besides attending relevant events to meet likeminded people, and our future and present Liberland citizens, I plan to talk to the above-average nomads who are interested in the remote Premium Bank Account opening at SOLO, in Georgia 🇬🇪, as I've been focusing on the last months.
Georgia 🇬🇪 remains a great emerging market for real estate, quality banking, and a growing startup scene. It is one of the economically freest countries in the world with high ease of doing business. And mainly, it remains in my heart as my true home.
I will be back, but first; first, it's time to conquer the world a bit :)
I'll see you around.
With love,
Sam
#token2049 #web3 #networkstate #nomadcapitalist #dubai #kualalumpur #bitcoin #liberland
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-04
Exciting to be mentioned with Liberland @ Infobae, one of the most influential Latin American media.
#liberland #spokesperson #presssecretary
https://lnkd.in/d7gS4SXp
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-04
This was super exciting! Batumi, Georgia 🇬🇪 go!
Was great to share a few words about Liberland, thank you Colin M. Donohue
Samuela Davidová
2024-09-03
Amazing time at Georgian Startup Summit & Startup World Cup
3 days of amazing experiences from a very tough startup pitch competition for SWC to an in-depth roundtable with Bill Reichert, Marvin Liao and some emerging VC investors and a bit of fun on the side. Thanks to lead sponsors GITA•StartUP in Georgia Bank of Georgia and the city of Archil Chikovani and the City of Batumi.
Thanks Deborah Webster, Chada El Islam Benmahcene and Dariia Vasylieva and others for joining and sharing your experiences and insights.
Next year bigger and better (and NOT during August :-) ).
Samuela Davidová
2024-08-28
You wanna be in Georgia for a few entrepreneurial events a year. And this is one of them. Stay in touch with Colin for the next quality stuff. I feel very grateful to be in touch with such an outstanding personality. Thank you for having me.
Samuela Davidová
2024-08-28
So proud of the Georgian startup community, both on-stage, behind the stage and in the wings. Another Startup World Cup and another amazing winner, TelAgri. 2022 Ana Robakidze and Theneo won and went on to win Web Summit competition, 2023 Berdia Qamarauli and Artisio and this year an amazing Agri-tech company TelAgri, with Irakli Chikava and the team. It was an amazing beautiful sight seeing all the team members who were there burst out in joy (and maybe a tear?) and jump up so excited and proud. We hope this fuels their energy to build something massively helpful and impactful and valuable.
The competition was VERY close, with the narrowest difference in ratings I've ever seen in a pitch competition, attesting to the quality. Thanks to judges Bill Reichert, Chada El Islam Benmahcene, Dariia Vasylieva, Deborah Webster and Marvin Liao for your care, discernment, great questions, and great panels. It was also a blessing to be with you and some great local and regional investors for the day-long deep-dive at VC Conclave. Glad to have meet you at VC Lab!
The other competitors we need to do more posts about, but it was amazing to have Arena Games Platform, Awork, Biliki AI, CALEN AI, Forma Healthy, Lawformer, KLIPY, Ranko • რანკო, @sidekick, UniSub.io and Wempler all competing at such high level and showcasing Georgia's talent. We have some new fans, especially from Dubai who will be watching!
Of course biggest thanks to Nia Basaria who led the charge over the mountain, Tamar Tukhashvili, MARIKA Baganashvili, Tornike Peradze, Merab Tevdorashvili, Michael James, Duncan Maccallum
Samuela Davidová
2024-08-27
*Last brunch with Sam*
If you'd like to join us for the C-level networking gathering, last time (for now, until unknown) with me, we will meet this Friday 30 Aug at 11 am.
To join us, DM me. I will reveal the location. Vera, Tbilisi, Georgia.
#tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-08-21
Building a country doesn't really differ from building a startup - in case you're an agile low-bureaucratic minarchy like Liberland 😎
Was exciting to share 'how and why we build the country from scratch if there are already *that many* other countries in the world', following the legal framework while using the world's best practices, innovating them to another level.
Super exciting how Colin M. Donohue brings together exceptional international entrepreneurs and investors to the Georgian seacoast to Batumi, to exchange experiences at the Startup Connect / Startup World Cup event. Truly glad to be part of such an outstanding and border-crossing event.
Sakartvelo (Georgia 🇬🇪), go!
#entrepreneurship #startup #country
Samuela Davidová
2024-08-14
Going big on one own?
Not really doable.
That's why Georgia goes big with international events. And, luckily, one is happening next Tuesday.
On 20-21 August, I will see you at Startup World Cup at the seaside - in Batumi 🇬🇪
A not-to-miss opportunity for quality networking, international investment connections, and sharing fast-growing entrepreneurial journeys.
I can't wait to share a story as well - will be speaking about how Vit Jedlicka has been building Liberland for over the last 9+ years. A very motivational pitch to hear. 🚀
See startupconnect.ge and let's meet in Batumi!
Take care.
Sam
#batumi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-08-14
I felt super nervous, as I decided to leave Georgia.
yet, I significantly worked on reducing uncertainty > and increasing clarity in life
I wrote down what I did, what's the brain process behind the current actions. It may help anyone who... well, is curious about how we may think about life.
Enjoy.
https://lnkd.in/d92W724t
Samuela Davidová
2024-08-12
Our mission inspires.
I am excited to connect and share the Liberland story with entrepreneurs and investors during the Startup World Cup on August 20-21 in Batumi, Georgia 🇬🇪.
I will deliver a speech on creating a nation from scratch from an entrepreneurial perspective. Can't wait to also highlight the current investment opportunities!
Curious about joining us for high-quality networking?
See startupconnect.ge
I look forward to seeing you there!
With love,
Sam
#batumi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-08-06
My incredible pride to be interviewed by Mr Andrew Henderson himself, the founder of Nomad Capitalist! Mainly, I feel glad to get to know such an incredible thinker & doer in person. He's one of our Liberland citizens too!
Can't wait for our talk to be out by the end of September on the Nomad Capitalist official channel!
Meanwhile, time for me to finish the work on my book The Freeist: Broadening of the individual freedom 🚀
#nomadcapitalist #capitalist #opportunist
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-24
Last minute presentation?
No problem 💅🏻
I'll see you tonight @ Sative Community day #1, Tbilisi GE
I will finally present my *Be normal* presentation I gave a year ago in Prague, just this time in English [that's a way easier to me, honestly, than my native language for now]. I've learned a bit more about daring to be oneself over the last year, so it will be even better 😎. And yes, recording will come to those outside the town. [or country 🇬🇪]
:) It's great to change activity from writing my book about broadening individual freedom to the speech [while this is tightly connected] 💅🏻
P.S. You can find my past recordings of speeches on YouTube if you just Google my name. [I recommend especially 'Questioning the legitimacy of the state for Ayn Rand center' or 'Relationship with things'] 🤝🏻
P.P.S. I will be really really glad if you shared with me your current / past challenge in the area as it helps me to understand people's pain points.
Love from Tbilisi,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-24
There's something shocking & huge coming up in 10 days in my life and it made me reflect on the priorities.
Therefore, I prefer to spend my time offline, recharging, or working on my book [finalizing it] and everything else goes on the side. Aiming to be high-performance while not burning out.
I can't share with you the details now, however, I will keep you posted.
I wish you efficient work and relaxed summer; in balance.
And a lot of success 💅🏻
[Are you curious? 👀 I share my progress how I succeed in my IG stories you can find under @DavidovaSamuela - do you want me to share the progress here too? :) ]
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-22
Was I foolish?
Or lucky?
Lunar mission engineer, VC fund executive, successful C-levels or just small entrepreneurs. [or a girl building a country]
🇬🇪 Tbilisi is a magical city attracting very outstanding individuals. 👀
And I feel super blessed - not only I got to know them and I met them. We are gathering with my small community full of these matured, responsible, self-actualized people now in the summer mode too ☀️
We go for random brunches without topic to check a new place, study and learn new skills together, meet for leisure, or wines.
I realized, how more important it is when you work hard - you also want to socialize and meet relevant, adequate people around yourself for your leisure too. You want to feel understood. Not necessarily to talk about work, but to have fun with the same level of maturity people.
I believe that entrepreneurship is a great filter: you have to dare, be in touch with reality, be capable to accept responsibility. One is self-actualized - you wake up in the morning and know you own your life. What is ahead is your aware choice.
To me these kind of values become more and more important, and even more crucial is to surround myself with adequate likeminded people. I really want to hand pick my surrounding with a great care, not be 'friends' with whomever entered my life. I can't do afford that anymore.
Our surroundings has an influence on how our energy and resource flows.
Make sure you have great people around :)
I am super proud and happy I became this systematic about finding new amazing people around! 😊 Thank you for everyone who's been in.
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Since November last year, I run small voluntary Networking Breakfast gatherings in Tbilisi for C-levels, Founders, Entrepreneurs. We created together a small closed hand-picked group and we gather smart minds, meet for work or leisure. If you think you should be among us, DM me. I will consider your application. 😊
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-16
People won't tell you THIS about nomading in Thailand for a longer time,
but it's REALLY annoying. 😒
[I await your comments with what other bottlenecks you experienced in Thailand that are non-obvious at first.]
1. Visa issues.
This changes pretty often, now you can stay for 60 days and prolong x2, but tomorrow? Who knows. This makes it tiring and uncertain, hard to plan the future and wastes a lot of energy. (+ But you can get married to a Thai woman. :))
2. No visa - no account and proper rental. You're a tourist or a student.
Dreamt about applying for the students visa in your 30s so that you could stay in a country? Meh, right? Yes, this applies to the point number 1, but if you have just the tourist visa, you can't have many other perks - no bank account opening without proper visa and address, no less than 1 year proper rental apartment (outside of AirBnb), no 100% ownership in the company as a foreigner, and hard to resolve all these long-term-stay things.
3. No international apostille - no documents for international use - a lot of headache.
Thailand is one of the countries that are not part of the Hague convention - agreement. If you need to get your documents notarized & apostilled for the international use, you can have huge issues, spend hours talking to embassies in and outside your country and learning a lot of legal stuff you never wanted to know.
What's your *favorite* headache?
And what have I missed? 🥹
#thailand #nomad #remotework #remotelife #nomadlife
----
I am Samuela Davidova and with Pavol Luptak we help foreigners remotely open Premium Bank Account in Georgia 🇬🇪 (SOLO) with
☑️ Personal Banker
☑️ 0% ATM global withdrawals
☑️ Premium cards with global benefits (Airport lounges, VISA concierge, AMEX option and tons of others).
We really don't like bureaucracy, and we know that our clients don't either.
That's why we newly handle the complete process totally bureaucracy-free. The client doesn't have to even handle the notary. 🤝🏻
*4 currencies as a default + others on-demand.
*No residency card or other non-sense required.
*All further account maintenance, account management and requests are completely remote and handled by the client.
And much more.
Want to open the bank account completely remotely with us?
Text us today at [email protected] 📧
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-15
An American citizenship is a DREAM!
Unless...
Unless you have one 🥹
And this is not about reporting your foreign income while living abroad,
but a way bigger frustration.
👨🏻💼 I really want to have a good bank account abroad.
👩🏻💼 Ooops, we don't serve American customers.
Banks (~ financial institutions) outside the US have to report according the FATCA legislation about the American taxpayers activities.
That means extra bureaucracy.
That means extra costs.
And so many just avoid the issues with not opening the accounts for the US citizens 💁🏻♀️
This must be super frustrating:
I can't imagine having one of the strongest citizenships while being refused to open a quality bank account.
[From what I've heard this is extra hard to do in Europe.]
However 👀
I am super glad though that banks in Georgia 🇬🇪 (the country), particularly Bank of Georgia and their Premium banking at SOLO I help to open remotely, don't mind about filling out additional bureaucracy for the US customers.
To the contrary, Georgian banks are very happy to have them.
☑️ To open the bank account for the US citizens [can be done remotely with an intermediary - I'll be happy to help]
☑️ To serve them fully remotely [at SOLO premium banking];
☑️ To offer additional opportunities & investment options.
The more I dig deeper, the more I am surprised about how the world works,
how people keep being judged for their citizenship in the globalized markets,
but also about what a great opportunities are there in the world to use and people don't know about 😎
P.S. For those who hate bureaucracy at large, we are happy to serve totally bureaucracy-free [you don't need to go to the notary or resolve the document shipping, we will do it on your behalf].
P.P.S. Yes, I will be happy to open you the Premium bank account in Georgia 🇬🇪 remotely. No residency card or presence needed with us.
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Disclaimer: I understand this is conditional and if you have a very very bad citizenship with literally no options for travels in, or leaving your country, or taking your money with you, etc. - then this is 'not that bad'. The world is not black-and-white though and I aimed to share there might be the shades of the *dream* one may doesn't know about.
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-13
We had a great interview with Liberland press secretary Samuela Davidova.
She is a wonderful person. It was our pleasure to meet her. 💫
Main questions of our interview
❔What is Liberland?
❔What's going on in Liberland?
❔How do I become a citizen of Liberland?
She answered these questions and more in our interview.
Stay tuned for answers to questions and more!
Samuela Davidova
Blockchain Expo World
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-08
🌐 Vit Jedlicka , Founding President of the Free Republic of Liberland, libertarian politician and activist, and Samuela Davidova , Press Secretary, Government Spokesperson of Liberland, were featured speakers at Blockcahin Expo World.
Liberland sees blockchain technology as a fundamental part of its governance and economic systems and aims to create a more transparent, secure and efficient state structure by using this technology effectively.
#BEW2024 #BlockchainExpoWorld
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-08
When they wait for you after the presentation to take the photo together 🥹🥰
Istanbul, you were so warm with me! Thank you all.
It was amazing to join you & speak at Blockchain Expo World 🚀 for Liberland
Can't wait to share the recording with you :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-08
I'm mind-blown by meeting such young determined students with a huge community aiming to evolve in the blockchain area (and further!) :) Glad to be in touch and will be happy to share more thoughts for your community in the future!
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-07
Hello valued connections 😊
At the Blockchain Expo World fair, we had the pleasure of conducting an enjoyable interview with Samuela Davidova, the press secretary of Liberland, about what is happening in Liberland.We are pleased to have met her. She is a perfect and inspiring person.🩷🩷
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-04
It's like a little baby that grows, but...
it's not a baby.
It's the whole country,
but what would be the country without its people bringing it to the international level?
I can't get enough surprised by how the quality of the networkings, value of the events and conferences is growing - especially when you see it year-to-year. (Yes, I am Georgia-obsessed in this!)
Here you must learn about Axel - Georgian Business Angel Network [thank you Guri Koiava] if you haven't yet.
The guys hand select the top startups on the local market and create a network of smaller angel investors helping them out.
I especially appreciated some more experienced speakers sharing their expertise - be it Valerian Gegidze on the entrepreneurship, or Giorgi Avaliani on branding that sticks [on the photo], or panels with international speakers.
I've been in Georgia for the last 3.5 years and I see how the combo of international expertise AND local willingness and interest to learn and grow just brings its fruits like a magic.
If you need some relevant people in the business area here - please, text me.
Georgia has a lot to offer. And I am glad to help out a bit.
And if you're heading to Georgia to check it on your own - make sure to DM me. I have my own community with selected C-levels and founders based here. We have a great fun together. :)
I'll see you around.
Georgia, go 🚀
P.S. Please, clap to them or send some thumbs up, it's great if more people learn about this great country. Love.
Samuela Davidová
2024-07-02
How many you say?
100 000 people conference?
And... Me speaking there to represent Liberland as the Press Secretary?
I can't...
Truly describe my internal wave of emotions in short, so facts:
*I will see you on the main stage of Blockchain Expo World on Saturday at 1pm
*I am open to the 1:1 meetings @ Kadikoy Istanbul on Sunday, Monday & Tuesday [DM me for Calendly]
*I'm incredibly proud to introduce how we build a real country while using the blockchain technology on such an audience! Thank you Mete Başkaya, MBA 🚀
P.S. Our President prepares a special message just for the attendees 😎 Make sure to come on time.
I'll see you around!
Your super proud girl sending love from Tbilisi,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-06-25
Yes, I look stupid.
Yes, I dare to text to well-positioned people.
Yes, I keep following up people who didn't text back. Several times.
And I don't mind.
I know there are a lot of those who replied, who offered to collaborate, to work together, to ask for my services, help, or just to be friends.
Daring to ask, to contact - that's the biggest gift in itself. I gain with every attempt. Courage is a strength;
despite I might look stupid.
Daring is a compound interest.
Execution provides the only relevant feedback.
So I will keep going, because thanks to me daring to look stupid, I...
*I managed 150 people and 500k$ 4-day turnover at worlds-largest-event when I was 20 years old;
*I moved to Georgia on my own without knowing anyone or being here before back in 2020;
*I gather amazing upper class people together for the last half a year;
*I became the press secretary of the freest country in the world;
*I write a book about broadening individual freedom;
and much more - every day.
What would I wish you to keep in mind as well?
'Don't mind looking stupid.'
❤️
[in the first place - you don't look stupid]
Keep going and have a great productive week!
With love from Tbilisi,
Sam
// some random thoughts :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-06-20
It's mindblowing but...
we keep adding on EXTRA BENEFITS for our FORMER and of course, new clients whom we help with remote SOLO - Premium bank account opening 😎
One of the great things about SOLO is that our clients are totally independent from us after the opening as everything after the opening about the banking can be done remotely. SOLO clients are directly in touch with their personal bankers.
And here is the news 👇🏻
The reliable banker we recommend and open the accounts with is...
Newly on Signal!
(The usual messenger for communication used to be WhatsApp)
At Liberation.travel (Pavol Luptak) we use Signal as the default messenger for its privacy focus.
We are super pleased, that our clients can extra benefit from secure communication about their banking questions with the banker at Signal too!
This doesn't interfere with or change the regular banking procedure, which is done and confirmed via email. However, we are glad to manage and agree on a little more secure add-on 😊
But that's not all!
Very soon, we will also announce a totally bureaucracy-free & sped-up process for our new clients 🚀 Stay tuned - there was never a better time to become SOLO and benefit from Premium cards & global service 😊
As Global Opportunists, we keep discovering new opportunities around the world to deliver them first-hand ✈️
Sending love from Tbilisi.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-06-19
I am shocked and still can't believe it 😶
How did you do it ?!
Mikheil Didebulidze ? Marie Giorgobiani ?
I am listening 🤨
How on earth is it possible to create THIS? 😮💨
To provide this much value, high-quality networking, top global speakers, high-class side events, and that many valuable contacts in web3?
I am truly shocked you managed to create such a high-value while the largest web3 conference in the wider region. 🤯
THIS is truly a top event of the year - not just BD with BD, but the real niche, smart, valuable, and of course beautiful people in a beautiful spot in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
I am incredibly happy to meet this many new faces, create deeper contacts, leave with so many pre-agreed collaborations and I know that from this ONE weekend, I will treasure my newly made community contacts for another year (or until the next high-quality event of yours 😎?).
Thank you for such a quality organization and mainly for that magic that attracts this kind of people.
I will share some more from this very long weekend in the next few days, and I will never forget this ✈️
And you, if you missed it, I am super sorry.
However, I will see you at another DeGameFi event 🚀😛
#degamefi #web3 #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-06-12
Cointelegraph, Mastercard, Polygon, and... you!
I will see you this weekend in Tbilisi 😎 long-awaited.
P.S. yes, there is a networking breakfast on Friday on web3 fundraising, and yes, it's full without me even advertising it.
Samuela Davidová
2024-06-12
Glad to be featured ✈️
A nice read for you if you're interested into the perspective on the local ecosystem
https://lnkd.in/eaE_e96S
Samuela Davidová
2024-06-11
I am looking for a god. #web3
Do I have here a GOD of raising cash for the web3 projects that will be in Tbilisi this Friday morning? [for DeGameFi conference I assume:)))]
Or maybe the other side - web3 project investor, but a successful and serious one, not sending 5$ somewhere ?
🥹
Hint: photo - those networking breakfasts I do not even advertise anymore because I really do the direct invitations only now and we are full within the first 24 hours 🙃
Samuela Davidová
2024-06-04
I was wrong.
People don't care about diversification (at least that much).
Yes, it's smart to have multiple bank accounts.
Yes, flag theory still makes sense, despite the interconnected world (and CRS).
Yes, it's still worth having a bank account in another country and jurisdiction (like outside the EU).
However, after serving more than 200+ clients with remote opening of the Premium Bank Account, I've learnt something different...
And that shocked me...
That most account just simply...
Ehm... Aren't that good.
Many European, Middle East, Asian, or N & S American countries where our customers come from, offer the banking 'solution' with
*low transaction limits
*high fees with no benefits
*crazy bureaucratic processes
*one currency by default, hard to open another one
*tons of questions about *every* transfer (e.g. Wise is a good solution, but...)
And then I moved to Georgia where I got a premium account with
*private banker 👩🏻💼
*unlimited transfers 💸
*0% ATM global withdrawals 💰
*24/7 unlimited concierge service 💁🏻♀️
*airport lounges thanks to the premium VISA & Mastercard cards (AMEX on demand) ✈️
And what shocked me is that it's one of the very few high-quality accounts where you don't have to have local residency card or citizenship.
With 4 default currencies and additional ones on-demand, me and Pavol Luptak, we understood it's perfectly suitable to digital nomads.
And our remote account opening service got high demand exactly from such people.
We understood that people don't really want to travel for hours just to open the bank account.
That makes sense.
That's why we
*fully-guide and simplified process as much as possible ✅
*provide the easy-to-fill out power of attorney as a single document and process the rest of the bureaucracy on behalf of the client 📝
*provide even extra after-opening support with smart hacks for bank account usage, global discounts, saving money thanks to using the card 😎
Well, you understood.
If you want to have a high-quality premium bank account, whether to diversify or not, I will be glad to help ☺️
I'll welcome you in the DMs or info @ liberation . travel
Hugs and love from Tbilisi,
Sam
P.S. Next time I will share about why I think that exactly in Georgia 🇬🇪 the banking is this international-friendly 😎
#bankaccount #banking #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-06-03
Imagine you have a premium bank account with your own banker, that is just working great and you don't have to worry about - as everything can be resolved online or with your banker in your WhatsApp.
To even more convenience, you don't have to travel anywhere, despite it's a premium bank, my team helps you out resolving all the bureaucracy which you just don't worry about, you mind your business.
Then some magic quickly happens.
You get the access and all the benefits at your disposal.
You pick your preferred card delivery place, be it in Asia or South America and in a week you get your premium cards in your hands.
If you like it extra premium and some additional status and benefits, you request American Express as well.
All set just for you.
During the next trip you enjoy the VISA Premium fast track at the airport, visit the airport lounge or get great discounts for major attractions around the world.
You never again have to call to book a restaurant, thanks to your 24/7 Concierge service available all around the world, right in your Telegram app.
Doing some small research is past, too.
Your new account has 4 currencies by default while you request additional ones as you prefer.
No limit to the transfers.
And your banker can do some extra magic for currency exchange in higher volumes.
Despite this account requires some monthly fee, we found out ways how you just *get that money back*, like by changing the country in your Spotify. 😎 (And other extra hidden benefits we list for our clients in the Signal group.)
Does it sounds like outside-of-the-world experience?
Well, you're pretty lucky, because that's one of the best global opportunist thing which is available here in Georgia 🇬🇪 where I am based.
Thanks to the local competition between two major banks and some great western expertise, local SOLO Premium Banking from Bank of Georgia offers just that.
And me with Pavol Luptak are proudly serving our global customers to reduce all the bureaucracy headache and resolve their quest to get their Premium banking at hand. :)
We'll be glad to help.
DM me or text us at info @ liberation . travel
With love from Tbilisi, Georgia,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-31
Have my posts ever made you rethink your perspective? 🤔
I'd be super grateful then, if you'd support my effort of years of creating the content for free :)
https://lnkd.in/dS8Pq949
I am now working on my book about broadening individual freedom and it'd be incredible to feel your support!
Thank you in advance.
With love from Tbilisi,
Sam ❤️
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-29
I step down as the Liberland Representative to Georgia and therefore, our local supporters can be served at our main office or one of the many other representative offices around the globe.
I am glad to help Liberland globally improve its ties with the media as the Press Secretary.
https://lnkd.in/dRywEZrG
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-22
I don't want to be learning at those hustling 24/7,
heroically priding themselves to sleep little,
and how much they suffer.
I don't admire such people.
I know I don't want to survive,
I want to LIVE.
And that's why I decided to organize my 12th Networking Breakfast gathering in Tbilisi 🇬🇪 with Tony who's retired in his 33 by building up an efficient, self-sustainable global business.
I will be glad to see managing C-levels, entrepreneurs, and even startup/bootstrapping founders.
5 seats left.
This Friday at 11 am.
Attendance is free of charge.
Register ⏩ DM me.
❤️
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-22
⭐️What's up in Tbilisi this week? ⭐️
Wednesday
- 7 pm Pizza Day Cryptal.com
- x pm Paragraph hotel bar (I’d like to go there afterward) 💅🏻 or move it to Thursday
Friday
11 am #12 Networking breakfast with Tony about business processes building to become sustainable, efficient, and automated
Saturday
8 pm *secret* Gathering for friends
Sunday
Georgian Independence Day 🔥
If you want to join the networking breakfast on Friday, let me know!
With love,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-21
💰 Retired by 33: How to Set Up a Fully Automated Successful Business Working for You 💸
Join us this Friday at 11 am 📈
#12th networking breakfast in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Want to register?
DM me.
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-17
Georgia, Tbilisi 🇬🇪 - please help; maybe that's you or you know the person.
I need help to meet:
1. Managing person implementing the AI into the internal processes among different departments in a successful company (niche doesn't matter that much, rather the process management, automation mindset, and efficiency perspective);
2. Great marketing mind out here.
I'd love to have the person (you?) as my Networking Breakfast guest - it's my voluntary activity of bringing together a few C-levels over a table, learning something new from the main guest, and meeting new same-niche people. It's a pro-community free-of-charge event.
If you have something great to bring to the table, please, text me 😊
Would appreciate it if you could share to help me find the appropriate person!
P.S. If you're heading soon to the country and you're a foreign expert, let me know as well, please!
#georgia #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-17
*People in Georgia coming to my networking breakfasts to make a research * 😄
To say, if you're free *smirk smirk* next Friday at 11 am, join me & Tony, my guest who's retired in his 33. I will talk to him about all the processes in his fully-automated and delegated global business 💸
For the registration - DM.
Recommended for managing C-levels & Founders to broaden your perspective.
#tbilisi #georgia
P.S. I am BACK!!!! 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-08
📣 Join us at the Largest WEB3 Conference in Caucasus Region!
15-16 of June, 2024
Tbilisi, Georgia
https://degamefi.io/
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-08
This is totally sick.
If you think 'it has to be like that', then well - Georgia shows things can be different with taxes starting at, well, 0%, many people paying 1% and we still have the roads there and much more competitive (and ON DEMAND) healthcare lol. :)))))
See you in Tbilisi!
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-03
Only 43 days.
Most opportunities are taken already.
What am I talking about?
There is the largest event in the region dedicated to web3. DeGameFi.
Huge conference, many international speakers, spicy side events, startup competition, luxury area.
Three years in a row, growing bigger and bigger.
This year will be different though.
More focus on GameFi.
More niche.
Target.
Mikheil Didebulidze just told me he only has five stands left in the exhibition area. It's all almost taken 🤯.
DeGameFi is a place to show yourself, especially if you're a #web3 #startup, #VC, #investor hunting new hot opportunities, or an established company in #DeFi or #GameFi.
Curious about what branding awareness options are left for you to target the wider Caucasus market, many people from the Gulf, western Asia, and Eastern Europe?
DM me.
And I'll see you in Tbilisi 🇬🇪 at DeGameFi on 15-16 June.
Photo: DeGameFi club Gathering - c-level & founder-oriented event. 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2024-05-03
Work is easy.
It's easy to get up in the morning for work because finding some meaning in it is simple.
It's usually clear about what to do next and you get a fast reward.
That's easy.
You feel good about yourself for 'working hard', 'achieving', or 'having' a position. [despite the fact we can discuss whether it really provides value to the other humans or not]
We may even be scared to stop working 24/7, picking up the phone outside of work, and having an empty calendar. On the holidays, we keep being productive, learning something, or checking the work messengers.
Why?
We got so used to this life-flow, that we might not understand our value outside of work. We don't understand what other roles we fulfill when it's not a 'colleague', or we're not really self-actualized, recognized, or appreciated in these roles.
We might seek love and acceptance via work - especially masculine needs to feel respected, as best in both society and home. As a woman, we may grow up to the 'heroic' mothers who forgot to eat, sleep, and pretended they could sit at ten chairs at once.
We can't sit at ten chairs at once.
The solution lies outside of work though, and it starts with us.
Bringing ourselves first, turning everything off (or paying 5k$ to your best friend) after (having!) working hours, splitting work and life, and then - face it.
If you worked 24/7, there might be an emptiness.
You might find out you don't live what you want, you were just running *somewhere*.
You'll start from scratch, again: what do I want? Who do I want to be? How do I want to feel? Who am I outside of my work, what are my hobbies, how to communicate with people without talking about work and efficiency?
--
Last few months I faced exactly this and some moments were hard. The journey is long, and it's not easy, because you have to build it yourself; but that's ultimately the reason why we are here.
If you got what I was talking about, send me + in the comments.
If you want me to create a webinar to take you through this process, show you we can and deserve to live outside of work, send me ❤️ in the comments.
Or, share your own story, I'll be glad to read it.
--
Love from Ha Giang 🇻🇳, glad I made the loop on my own, it made me think a lot. :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-27
It is happening!
It is REALLY happening 🥹
Dear LinkedIn, clients, my favorite street cats, Mr President,
I’d like to kindly apologize for not being available till 1 May 2024 (included).
If you finally understood that to open a bank account remotely in Georgia is a good idea, text at [email protected] (no citizenship restrictions). If you want anything else, I’ll be at your disposal from 2 May on.
With love from Vietnam,
Your Out Of Office (literally forever),
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-25
I miss speaking on the stage. I haven’t been really promoting it recently to keep my energy for myself. Yet I miss this feeling of prolonging oneself through thoughts. Yes, I do weekly YouTube videos, which compensate it.
Anyway, hello. I’m open to share the insights on the individual freedom in practice (I live it) live.
✌🏻
Greetings from Ha Noi 🇻🇳
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-24
In The Freeist (in progress) book, I point out to the skill of adaptivity. It doesn’t really mean you *have to* alter yourself completely, but certain level of integration will be beneficial for you from the long term perspective. That’s why it’s smart to pick the society whose mindset and general values are aligned with yours.
My level of integration into the local culture be pretty fast 🙂 #vietnam
It’s a skill!
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-24
Xin chào Hà Nội!
Off for the north of Vietnam for the next two weeks. Anyone around?
And no worries, I’ll be back to Georgia 🇬🇪 afterwards & my assistant keeps opening the bank accounts there for our clients even while I’ll travel.
Kindly don’t expect speedy replies in the next days, thank you!
P.S. Yes (vâng), I finally aim to get some proper holidays!
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-23
PSA: Don't come to Norway!
Due to the current administration's radical changes to the Norwegian tax system, moving to Norway is now completely unfeasible for international entrepreneurs, startup employees and high skilled workers.
The latest addition to the long list of unfavourable taxes is an exit tax of 37,84% on unrealised(!) gains if you move to Norway, and then need to leave. Yes you read that right. Doesn't matter that you haven't sold a single share yet. Doesn't matter that the shares are completely illiquid. Doesn't matter if the company later on goes bust, and you make no money at all. You still owe Norway 37,84% based on the paper valuation in the latest funding round before you leave the country.
So if you don't want to risk financial ruin because of a tax bill on money you never made - go somewhere where entrepreneurs are valued and incentivised for trying to build something great.
Just don't come to Norway.
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-20
I’ll see you today at LibertyCon Europe 2024 in Tbilisi #georgia :)
Anyone around? 🚀
#libertarian
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-19
♥️
A little gathering about The freedom of business - tax optimization. It was amazing, insightful and enriching. Thank you all 🥰
#georgia #sakartvelo
P.S. if you’d like to join the telegram group where I share the updates about the next events first, comment ‘telegram’ or text me.
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-19
0% as a legal corporate tax? 👀
There are certain countries using this model. It’s completely legal, yet according to Irakli, Georgia is the only outside of EU country having this in place.
It’s one of the reasons attracting people to have their llc located in Georgia 🇬🇪 (besides the fact they can open it remotely and run it at a low cost).
This model is called the ‘Estonian taxation’ and it says that the taxes are applied just when you ‘take the money from the company’ - when you take the dividends.
This means that if you reinvest the money into the company (pay the costs, pay for the employees,…) you don’t pay taxes on the income generated that was reinvested back.
One more benefit is that Georgia has a double tax treaty with many countries, so companies in these countries can use the invoice to the Georgian company as their ‘expense’. That’s often times not the case for many other llc destinations considered popular (such as Panama).
If you’d like to learn more, text me or Irakli directly.
#georgia #llc #optimization #tax
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-17
🔥🔥🔥🔥 I have last TWO seats left for the Tax Optimization networking breakfast gathering (free entrance) with Irakli A. this Friday in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Suitable for C-levels and Founders.
Registration: DM me
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-16
A nice article about why even some startups that 'resolve the problem' fail.
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-16
I see companies scamming people with the 'legal advises' to optimise taxes, implement flag theory, 'free yourself'. 🤬
You can say that Czechia where I come from is far too close to Germany (:))))), so I am a 'good girl' aiming to get things right;
But I would just never want to provide people with misleading information, playing with words for my own profit and then make them potentially go to jail one day.
I mean - it's a big deal.
And I understand not everyone cares about ethical stuff, but yet, let me clarify a few things when it comes to Georgia:
1. Crypto to fiat / crypto-crypto is taxed at 0% in Georgia, but if you don't live in the country, you don't have to bother much about the taxes here. The only benefit it has for such people is that the country is more crypto-friendly in general. [Yet meeting international norms & expectations.] If someone tells you that it means you don't have to pay taxes on your crypto if it's from a Georgian exchange or anything similar, they lie. The tax relevancy is based on your tax residence country.
2. You become a tax resident in Georgia if you stay here 183 days+ a year. Not anything untraditional. If you think you'll open local freelance license (IE) and pay low tax while living elsewhere - good luck, until they'll close it & you'll own taxes in the country of your passport or where you really live, as by law, you're not a tax resident in Georgia. [This is something one company is heavily promoting, using misleading explanations and playing with words. It's pretty sad.]
3. 'Georgia is a tax heaven.' It's not. It's one of the lowest taxation countries in the world, but it's not a tax heaven. Maybe thanks to that it's not a red flag country, it has neutral ties with different countries and it's normal and easy to make transactions from here to Europe.
There are companies (seems far to many), especially with people not living here - outsourcing their services, who're giving 'great business & tax advises' just to sell their services, instead of really helping out.
Or, maybe, too blinded with 'taxes are theft', they just don't care about law at all.
I didn't write this to complain about them, but rather to warn - please, get yourself someone local (or text me for RELEVANT people), read the law yourself, get some lawyer if needed..
Georgia is an amazing country and people from abroad can benefit from it, indeed, remotely; but certain things are not that 'simple' as they seem.
If you think that some 'offshore' countries have it easy, keep in mind, that it's almost impossible to open a business bank account in Singapore or Panama.
Take care all of you and please share if you think someone might find it interesting as a topic from your network.
❤️
Love from Tbilisi, Georgia. 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-16
Crazy!
Just 5 more people and that's it 😶
I understand that such events don't even need to be marketed - people register themselves... But this surprised me!
On Friday at 11 am, we will be talking to Irakli A. about the freedom in business - tax optimisation. We are just analysing the special requests from our upcoming attendees, having many new people onboarded and I CAN'T WAIT to meet them all!
If you're around - join us.
It will be full house, but super insightful one!
DM me for the registration 🤝🏻
[the attendance is for free]
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-15
Cool to be featured - a few words from me at 7.34 :)
See you in Malaysia!
https://lnkd.in/dGVamd3k
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-15
I'll be honest and it won't be nice, however...
I think most 'startups' shouldn't get a chance and shouldn't be funded.
I am the pro-bootstrapping person, not the pro-funding seeking for its own sake.
My impression is that it all turned a bit to be sick.
I understand that there are seriously certain products or services that truly require higher investment to be capable to begin...
However, if you build up on your own, without any financial support, you have more skin in the game and it necessarily implies, you will be much more cautious about your resources.
AND
You will stay in touch with the reality much more.
It's much more likely you will not build 'to impress your mum' and you will deliver something profitable if you won't have the external funding.
I'll go a step further and say that actually supporting such projects alive is unethical - it's a waste of people's time and money.
Yes - being realistic might kill the infantry dream, but oh, come on, it's not that bad to face and accept reality when you turned 18.
Sorry not sorry.
Love and wish you a lot of great & worthwhile things to do - at both life & work.
Greetings from Georgia! [Yet the photo is from Gyumri, Armenia :)]
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-13
It's time! ⏰
The registration form for the next Friday is ready! [DM me for it or comment]
With Irakli A. we will talk about Freedom in business - Tax Optimization :)
If you don't know why freedom - in the town is happening LibertyCon Europe :) and it's all about freedom that weekend!
I expect this one to fill out quickly, so please, register the sooner the better. If you want to bring in your friend / colleague who'd be interested as well, send them the form. I have just 15 seats as for the nature of the event :)
See you! ❤️
Have a nice weekend!
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-09
A year ago I gave myself a challenge quest:
I’ll either become a successful entrepreneur within a year, independent from any monthly / hour rates, or I’ll open a cafe and be baking cookies there.
(Not a bad deal, it was just a first idea if I’ll fail.)
One year ago:
- I worked in IT.
- I was paid per hours.
- I worked the difficult way - did things I didn’t enjoy, learned for the sake of learning, had to join calls I .. I mean I don’t do calls…
Today:
- I work 10-20 hours a week.
- I make x3 more.
- I help people resolve their problems - find fitting solutions for them.
What has really changed?
Is there anything particular I had to learn?
No.
It’s just a different perspective of mind.
I’m just using what I’ve learned over the years, but mainly, I started listening to people and their needs. I try to better understand their perspective. That’s just simple marketing stuff, nothing mindblowing.
If I could talk to myself back in the last years, I’d tell:
1 Delegate more.
2 Do things you’re strong in and you enjoy (only).
3 Get rid of this ‘work hard’ mode - most of it is just ‘busyness’ that keeps our ego happy, but doesn’t deliver…
4 Results. That’s what matters.
5 Be agile, easygoing. Things change, alter, seek ways.
Can you make your monthly salary in a day?
Yes, but not in the employment.
It’s super frightening to leave something, but without space, it’s hard to create something new.
If you can’t add anything else on your table of the everyday, then get rid of first.
Don’t work to impress.
I used to do big things, important events, meeting important big people, wow effect, but for what?
There used to be no space for my life in my life.
My life was adjusting about work, but it should be vice versa - work adjusted around my life.
Whatever journey we decide on - I wish us enough bravery and patience. It’s worth it.
Love.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-08
I made myself a 🤯challenge💪🏻 to bring in 4 clients last month for the remote bank account opening from Georgia 🇬🇪
Have I succeeded? 🥹
You may wonder...
Why would someone want to open a bank account remotely in Georgia?
1. Georgia has high-quality banking, it’s possible to open a bank account remotely even without a local residency card.
2. Flag theory & bank account diversification strategy outside the EU (with high-quality banking again!).
3. Personal banker, airport lounges, VISA concierge 24/7 assistants for free, and many other benefits - something I haven't even dreamt about with my former Czech bank.
(and much more).
We have been opening bank accounts with my business partner Pavol for over 1.5 years and we have successfully served more than 100 clients.
However, I was taking over most of the administration, while he was bringing in the new clients.
I wanted to take my part and get some new clients in too!
I had a monthly goal: 4 new clients from myself.
I didn't know what I should start withand how to do it...
But I decided to try :)
Let me show you how did it go!
What did I do over the month:
1. First I created simple content about the account and shared it on my Instagram stories. I just shared what I do, how we do it, how it works, and how it helps our clients.
📈 Result: 3 clients in.
2. I made an overall analysis of the potential target groups, their interest, and their benefits to them. However, I haven't found time to create relevant content.
📉 Result: 0 clients so far (no action > no reaction)
3. I created an overall storytelling about my life in Georgia and about local banking.
🤔 Result: it's indirect marketing and hard to tell if it influenced n.1
4. I talked about the product with some friends and found out that some foreigners get bank accounts closed in Europe again without previous notice. I took a chance and created a longer (10 min) video about this in English & Russian languages. I understood the need for such potential clients in diversification in and outside the EU.
📈 Result: One paying client, one lead (not closed yet) + compound interest on the video in the future
5. We created a chat for our former clients to share how they benefit from the account to learn more about the benefits we don't even know about! (I was already told by the banker that I know more about SOLO benefits than themselves as they focus on the procedure, rather than selling it as it 'sells itself'.)
🤝🏻 Result: 0 direct clients in, material for future content + compound interest
Result over the month: 4/4 🥹
It sounds like 'nothing', but maybe you know that the first sales are the most difficult. 🙈
Do you want me to share some more of the behind-the-scenes? My goals? About the accounts themselves? Or do you want one?
Weeeeell! Hit me up!
Thank you so much for your support :)
Sam
With love from Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-08
My dear Slovakian (and not only) friends,
you should understand that suffering is a choice and to a certain degree it psychologically benefits you.
The only way out is to accept full responsibility for your way of life and if you don't like something about your life, then change it to the way how you want it.
Stop making excuses about why you 'can't leave' because of someone - that's your choice.
You're a free human being and everything that you keep in your life is a decision.
Stop complaining and wasting your time, rather use this energy to create something meaningful and useful for you.
Hugs.
Video in CZ about how suffering doesn't make us heroes and how to 'finally get out'. Stop complaining. Pls.
https://lnkd.in/dXHFfS4q
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-03
I wouldn't expect such a modern and affordable 💰architecture vibe in Georgia 🇬🇪 but...
Welcome to Batumi!
The western coast of Georgia is super quickly developing - every time I come there, there are new buildings, projects, and of course cafes, restaurants, and hotels.
The course of Batumi changed as well - it used to be just a seasonal town in the past because of the seaside.
Now, there are:
* co-workings opening
* conferences organized
* new different language communities
* meetups & presentations in Georgian, English, or Russian
* people moving there permanently for the whole year for its pleasant all-year-long weather and better air & nature right next to the city
I can see great potential in the area as more entrepreneurs are heading there for the conditions in the region.
What I was surprised the most are the costs of the in-building real estate projects starting from 30k$+.
If you want to learn more about the current prosperous projects in Batumi - let me know. I will be glad to connect you to my partner who can help out with all the bureaucratic processes remotely.
P.S. Payments in cryptocurrencies can be done as well. 😎
P.P.S. For real estate with a valuation over 100k$, you can request your residency card as a great flag theory diversification.
Photo: Batumi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2024-04-01
🥹Wow, I am surprised by how much companies are saving 💸 by hiring from the Caucasus region remotely!
It's not about the salaries only as you might think.
📉Companies optimize the hiring cost by:
1. less tax burden
2. less bureaucracy
3. lower salary and bonuses expectations
4. less holiday expectations than in Europe
5. more talent options, more competitiveness, easier to hire
Being now in Yerevan, it's great to learn people in the region can pay as low as 0% tax legally (mostly 1% in Georgia).
I am glad to have my business partner who is helping out companies making smart decisions and simplifying their hiring 🤝🏻
I will be glad to connect you two.
Text me. 📩
It's great to see the opportunities in the emerging regions people can use remotely 😎
[Despite it's great to visit in person as well.]
Would you be interested in anything particular in the region?
Comment, or DM me - I will be glad to assist!
Photo - hi from Yerevan and one of its many amazing cafes & restaurants 🇦🇲
#tbilisi #caucasus #yereva
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-25
❌ 🏦People get closed their bank account without any previous notice 🎪🤹🏻♀️
I get contacted by more and more people from Ru / Belarus that their personal bank accounts in central Europe they had for 5-10 years without any problems, get now closed 🙈, out of nowhere, no explanation ('internal policy', or 'documents we need' without specifying the documents and no relevant regulation), and 'of course', they can't get their money away.
It's a good hands up for me to see the importance of the diversification of the bank accounts, as best into the neutral countries - for sure you want to diversify into different countries in different regions.
I like to observe these things happening around the globe as the narrative against any country can be changed pretty fast :) And that's how I create my personal strategy for the future to be more resistant against anything that can happen in the world (I can't predict the future and the black swans).
Glad we are helping people to open a PREMIUM account REMOTELY in Georgia (no travel included) to the Liberation travel customers of Pavol Luptak.
By default our clients get the:
- 4 currency account - EUR, USD, GBP, GEL (other currencies are on-demand)
- private banker
- monthly cash back on their GEL balance
- access to many benefits - VISA concierge (I am using as 'free assistants' !), airport lounges access, discounted premium healthcare, ease of access for the mortgage if you consider to get a real estate in Georgia (also can be done remotely, without any residence permit etc.)
- one of the primest mobile apps for the banking outperforming many European ones :)
- VISA Premium and Mastercard WorldElite cards - the credit card is also available on demand under conditions (for this you may already talk to your private banker :)
- experienced banker (we've been searching for the best one for 20+ months, if you're yet unhappy, you can always ask to have another one)
Well... And mainly
An account that's *suitable and accustomed* for the international transactions and won't be asking you why you're sending your 1000$ overseas 🙈 (or less, of course, that's - well, no comment).
The whole process takes around 3-8 weeks, depending on your residency country and its bureaucracy.
Curious?
Text us at [email protected] and we will be glad to help :)
Take care please and diversify yourself.
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-25
It was a pleasure to attend the networking event with Samuela Davidova a few weeks ago. I thank her for being such a gracious host in beautiful Tbilisi, Georgia. As professionals, networking with other like-minded individuals facilitates career development and learning as individuals. There is no substitute for meeting people in person.
Why should you attend networking events?
1.) It provides you with the opportunity to refine your message.
2.) Establish valuable contacts.
3.) Create more opportunities for the future.
4.) By sharing experiences, challenges, and successes, you can broaden your perspective and gain new perspectives.
5.) Creating long-term career opportunities or business relationships.
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-22
I started focusing on the game changing decisions that drive results only.
I see more and more clearly the connection between the action and its result.
Where are my current actions leading?
To what states and results?
I’m learning more and more new perceptions on the world and myself and all around is changing by miles. The world gives a respective result right away. It’s mindblowing.
Breaking the old patterns is faster than we think; it starts from a decision and INNER change.
That’s it.
Examples?
I used to be busy, 24/7 working. That draw to self-pity, stress, tiredness.
I started focusing on results (money), working less and doing what brings value. And I try to scale the value. Result: more money, more value to the customers.
I used to be overly self-dependent. (Don’t confuse with self-fulfillment). That led to feeling of insecurity.
I’ve learned that vulnerability and asking for help, or cooperation leads to a HUGE feeling of connectedness and security.
Instead of doing on my own, I try to initiate collaboration.
Organizing gatherings like this on the photo leads to new friendships, partnerships and connectedness.
I feel great, satisfied, surrounded by great and smart people, constantly evolving and learning, finding new connections and great people. I feel grateful. Some great things are happening in the town and I’m glad to take my part in initiating some of them, bringing in international guests, new perspective and mind-opening exchange of insights.
Thank you all who take part in and participate.
I’ve build gatherings for myself: worthwhile, insightful and joyful. Yet, it serves to many.
My philosophy is to not pick the best from the table,
But to build up my own table, and cook my own food. And then - share with others.
The solution not in the fight or compromise, but in creation.
Rewriting own life and surroundings by creation.
Love,
Sam
#tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-21
One thing drives me crazy to work on myself.
I’ve learned that most relationships are based on the emotional addiction, not love.
This eventually ends up in all the drama and manipulations, feeling of guilt and shame.
We are hooked on the emotional ups and downs since childhood so we don’t consider it as anything unusual and we continue the pattern as we believe, that *this is love*. But we misunderstand voluntary genuine love for these emotional hooks that *bring strong emotional connection* which is anything else than addiction. And if we don’t have this emotional *fullness* we only project it on other addiction; be that drugs, alcohol or anything else making us to release anxiety, escape, or just bring any positive perception.
When I started working on myself, I believed I’ll become a better version of self. I was also attracted by the ‘best self’ self-help toxic perfectionist narrative in the western society.
In reality it only leads to the total opposite. We have the illusion of the growth, while we suppress ourselves. We live in a constant judgment, self control and comparison.
The hardest part about the ‘self development’ is actually what sounds ridiculously simple.
I believe the real goal and growth lays in ‘simple’ acceptance of self with all the shades, emotions and flaws. Seeing ourselves whole, as we are, not compromising on oneself and compensating what we surpress through outer emotional surplus.
I’d say we already have our ‘best self’ and rather than practicing self-harm and criticism, we’d better accept that our past contributed to all the assets we have today, and moved on through accepting responsibility for our current and future states.
The endless run on better self turns out to be endless never-achievable and satisfactory marathon where we run the circles painted by the society, family and government;
Instead of introspection, and aiming to fulfill the real potential of our individual identity. (As it feels shameful, of course.)
So what drives me this crazy to work on myself?
It’s the desire for a true genuine connection with people based on voluntary and genuine love and acceptance, rather than emotional hooks and never achievable fulfillment seeking.
♥️
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-21
‘I was shocked to learn this much in such a short time.’
- well, no surprise to me after organizing already the 10th networking breakfast in my personally directed format.
This time we met with Pavol Luptak who shared his perception on global opportunism, optionality, optimization of money, work and life, and rethinking the status quo.
I gotta say though that I’m glad my main guests bring every time insightful stories into the gatherings - and we learn A LOT from each other altogether.
Thank you all who’s joining us.
It’s great we are slowly building a business and growth oriented community here in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪.
If you’d love to join my telegram group where I announce the meetups first, comment or DM me.
See you around!
Sam
#georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-20
I still can't believe it 🥹
Pavol Luptak is in the town [Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪] and he will exclusively share his applicable approach of global opportunism (and maybe also on how his company hacked the government) 🥷🏻 on my tomorrow's [yes, Thursday] breakfast at 11AM!
I have 4 seats left, DM me for the form now.
As he shared yesterday during our Girchi TV • გირჩი ტივი interview:
'Global opportunism to me is the practical application of the flag theory'.
One of his ways to upgrade the business&life quality is to go with the Georgian bank account, fitting into his recommended scheme:
'Georgian financing system is working a way better than most European banking. It's amazing how low-bureaucratic and open it is - I can open the bank account here, despite being a Slovakian citizen. Especially the SOLO bank account is very competitive to the traditional old-fashioned European programs. I am glad we can serve our clients with the opening even remotely without them having to travel to the country.'
That's just one of the great ways how anyone can enjoy the benefits of this beautiful world. 🌍
More about what the globe has to offer - right from the perpetual traveler that traveled more than 100 countries - tomorrow.
Live.
Join us ❤️
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-19
I went from 260 working hours a month
To 40 working hours a month
And I was shocked…
I worked a way less but I made more.
I finally got the courage to evolve more my entrepreneurial journey, help clients to improve their lives with a high quality bank account option, or optimize the hiring costs from Georgia 🇬🇪.
I provide value for value and that led to several takeaways:
1. I can’t scale myself in terms of hours worked. I’d only scale more tension.
2. Marketing scales the results. Understanding how I can help and resolve the problems creates value for people in contact with reality (people are willing to pay for a value).
3. You don’t have to do the next big thing that impresses, solving problems is enough. Don’t try to impress; help. People don’t pay for impression, leave that for your parents.
4. Who are you outside of work? If the answer isn’t much outside of ‘tired’ and ‘tense’, the solution isn’t in the work. You don’t have life in your life.
5. Emerging markets offer opportunities.
6. Don’t look for the average if you’re not the average. Don’t compare yourself, create your own journey authentic and interesting to yourself.
7. Focus on the results you want to reach and analyse backwards from them: what actions will lead to them? Eliminate everything else.
8. You can’t scale income.
9. Save people money and they’ll be happy to pay you out for it.
10. You already have enough to begin, you don’t have to change the niche, make enother certification or move to another country. Solution lays in within.
Which of these points would you love to embrace next? :) and what are your recent insights?
I can’t wait to hear from you.
With love from Georgia,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-18
He traveled more than 100 countries in the world, yet Georgia 🇬🇪 is one of his most favourite.
Perpetual traveler, successful entrepreneur, ethical hacker and mainly - global opportunist Pavol Luptak is back to Tbilisi;
And he will be the guest of our next networking breakfast held this Thursday at 11 am.
If you can't wait, check our podcast in the meanwhile;
And DM me for the registration form for the breakfast.
Especially recommended to the C-levels and founders thinking about embracing a broader and freer life & business realization.
#tbilisi #georgia
https://lnkd.in/dkyPW5rc
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-16
An ethical hacker, perpetual traveler and global opportunist.
That's Pavol Luptak.
He helps clients from all around the world to opt out and embrace a freer life;
And he's my next Networking Breakfast guest. 😈
See you on Thursday 21st March at 11 am in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪.
For the registration form - DM me.
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-15
My dear Armenian friends 🇦🇲
I’m heading to Yerevan and will be available for the meetings April 1-3.
Please, let me know if you’d love to meet! I’d love to learn something about local ecosystem, meet interesting people and learn about local opportunities as best; exploring local culture as a good side effect :)
🌝
See you!
#armenia #yerevan
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-15
Is opt out for normal human beings?
How can people benefit from diversifying their life, travels, and using opportunities around the globe?
We will talk about the concept of Global Opportunism with my international guest Pavol Luptak during the 10th networking breakfast on Thursday 21st 11 am - 1 pm in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
For the registration form, DM me.
As always, seats are limited.
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo #networking
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-12
'For me personally, it’s more important to live in alignment with my values and adjust my habits to become who I want to be. I also think it’s important not to fixate on one vision for ten years without adjusting it to the often unpredictable developments in society. If we don’t stand still and adapt flexibly to what is happening, we are more likely to get where we want to go. But even that can change. It’s just nice to acknowledge that even a continuous change in vision is O.K. No need to prove anything to anyone.'
Read the full translation of my Vogue CS interview on my blog:
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-11
These meetups are unforgettable!
I’m glad to keep organizing the gatherings with amazing people who bring in their expertise and experience. Thank you all who’s coming and networking and learning together.
See you next Thursday for a morning gathering with Pavol Luptak about Global Opportunism! All about how to live more freely and fully, with less tax burden and the opportunities around the globe!
For the registration link, DM me 📥
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-11
"With Georgia's flexible labor laws and minimal bureaucratic hurdles, European companies can easily establish remote teams, benefiting from highly motivated and loyal Georgian employees."
Valerian Gegidze - Enterpreneur & Angel Investor | International hiring
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-10
I'm super scared of this when I travel...
It frightens me like a very few other things...
It's so fragile, yet it can happen anytime, unless I have a plan B.
Watch the video to find out - and be careful on your travels and with your choices.
P.S. If you want to diversify your bank account - we will be happy to help. Text us at [email protected]
Take care and have a good travels. ❤️
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-10
"More crypto ATMs than traditional exchanges? That's just how Georgia is."
Alex Sudadze - Georgian Cryptocurrency Specialist
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-09
I got enough of shame.
I got enough of life in which there's no space for life.
Working for the sake of working;
instead of focusing on on the results, goals & objectives.
I'm grateful I ever found out about Georgia 🇬🇪 - a great country where there's enough space to be a human, and to live life.
Thank you to all the amazing people I've had a chance to meet here.
What to you cherish the most about your place of living? <3 I hope you found one that works for you!
--
Let me know what you'd be interested in when it comes to life in Georgia, relocating to the Caucasus from Central Europe, my experience, or the opportunities that are here.
With love,
Sam
#georgia #sakartvelo #relocation
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-09
"Georgia's high-end banking system and low-bureaucratic government services make it an attractive and efficient destination for foreign investors.”
Ilia Kekutia - Tax Advisor Expert on the Georgian Taxation
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-08
Is there a quality bank account you can open without having a residency in the country? 👀
I know about one.
Happy to help people getting it from all around the world in Georgia - a great country in the Caucasus mountains, and the hidden gem for many.
Do you want us to assist you diversifying your accounts?
Text us as
[email protected]
I’ll be happy to help.
Sam
#georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-08
Join us on Monday at 6 pm :) 🇺🇸
Register - DM me for the link.
My friend Robert W. comes from California for a few days. He has an IT background. We will talk about the customs and habits when it comes to work ethics, processes, expectations in the US :)
Looking forward to the new faces!
#tbilisi #meetup #networking #US #processes
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-08
"Visiting Georgia doesn’t end at enjoying the scenery; you go to engage with the thriving startup ecosystem firsthand."
Milan Lupač - Presto Ventures Partner: Foreign Investments in Georgia
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-07
I opened the bank account in 5 minutes as a foreigner 🤯
Despite things don't work like that anymore in 2024, Georgia still remains super friendly when it comes to the bank account opening abroad.
In most countries, you can't open the bank account at all - you need to have a residency in some cases, even if you're a local.
And then - you're just choosing from the very few banking options. I prefer to choose from the best accounts in the world - especially those that are nomad-friendly and don't punish me for traveling or international transactions.
Well, and that's how we started helping our clients to open the bank accounts remotely from Georgia with my friend Pavol Luptak.
If you want to assist - text us at [email protected]
We will be happy to help!
With love,
Sam
#banking #diversification
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-07
'Study well to have a job'
As if having the job was the ultimate goal.
I used to work for the sake of working.
I used to be busy, to suffer, to show everywhere around how HARD I try.
We got used to this way of living that we don't even question it.
But is there any alternative?
I don't talk about being on the beach 24/7, despite - why not.
Somehow we forget life is not really black and white, yet, the contradiction is not the point now.
If we really question the status quo, the principle, the idea itself;
if we think outside of the box, then I see this alternative:
Focusing on what's the aim,
what's the desired result,
the goal.
It differs A LOT, what do you say?
It's a way easier to have a busy calendar, working 24/7 to do SOMETHING.
Facing what we actually want to achieve and analysing how,
digging deeper into the efficiency, processes,
understanding the mistakes...
That's really hard - and we don't want to do it. (That's natural.)
I understood that the best I can do at certain points is not to do more,
but to STOP and reflect:
"Where am I actually heading?
And what actions can get me there?
What values, knowledge and characteristics I should have to become the person achieving this result?"
Use wisely for both work and life.
Whom do you want to become?
Let me know. I know you'll get there.
P.S. I know I should communicate just one area here, but I can't help but share some of the insights I've learned over the years of self-development (work on myself). I love to share these thoughts.
Photo: Opera in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-07
"Georgia's online notary service sets it apart globally, streamlining processes and accelerating efficiency like nowhere else.
Andrew Thornhill - American Fintech Entrepreneur & Visionary
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-06
How Central European sees the life in Georgia?
Is Georgia business friendly and can you integrate here in the market to a foreigner?
I decided to finally come up with some insights from my 3-year old journey and share that with you!
Let me know if there’s anything I can help with or if you’re interested into anything else!
Mostly, I help the clients to:
- optimize the hiring costs through remote hiring from the region
open bank account remotely from Georgia
purchase real estate remotely [starting at 40k$+ for a flat]
#georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-06
"Georgia welcomes investors with a diverse range of opportunities, blending modern tech innovations with traditional craftsmanship to suit your business requirements.”
Guri Koiava - Board Member at EBAN | Co-Founder at Axel & Startup Büro
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-05
Czech girl who lives in Georgia 🇬🇪 👀 Why and how?
Hey! I am Sam & I moved to Georgia back in 2020. What keeps me in?
Follow my journey here. I will share some unusual insights of an expat in Georgia - and how you can benefit from that too!
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I decided to share some more behind the scenes, how is life here to me - of course, from the opportunities, business & work / nomad perspective! Let me know what you're interested in!
#georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-05
“Georgia's minimal bureaucratic barriers mean a smooth journey in opening bank accounts and starting businesses; achieving account setup in just one day.”
George Gvazava, CFA - Chief Crypto Officer at Bank of Georgia
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-04
"I want to stress that Georgia offers a secure environment for entrepreneurs and investors to explore opportunities”
Mikheil Didebulidze- Investor & Web3 Founder | Arena Games & DeGameFi
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-03
"Georgia's business-friendly environment, low taxation, and ease of doing business make it an attractive destination for European companies looking to optimize costs while tapping into a diverse talent pool."
Valerian Gegidze - Enterpreneur & Angel Investor | International hiring
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-02
Met two Latvian speaking enterpeneurs / visionaries in Tbilisi, Georgia. This is a small world. Thank you Samuela for hosting blockchain breakfast. Good talk about DAOs, blockchain, Georgia and wines! Priekā!
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-02
"Georgia's evolution from mining to Web3 showcases our dedication to pushing the boundaries of technological progress."
Alex Sudadze - Georgian Cryptocurrency Specialist
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-01
It’s getting huge.
Thank you for an amazing chat & mainly to the best storyteller, our guest Andrew Thornhill. ♥️
It was a great #8 networking breakfast. This time about the blockchain x business intersection.
The location was super beautiful with an amazing food 😋
I’m happy for the new and old people around. I’m sure more is to come. 🦋
It’s beautiful to see how everything just grows, little by little. See you at another gathering!
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo #networking
Samuela Davidová
2024-03-01
"Georgia's commitment to developing its IT industry creates opportunities for foreign investors to leverage tax benefits and tap into a skilled workforce.”
Ilia Kekutia - Tax Advisor Expert on the Georgian Taxation
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-29
The first collaboration for our networking breakfast community in Tbilisi 🚀
Our Telegram group members can now use a free one-day entrance to the Sative gym in Vake. We can also initiate a group training together to have some non-work fun 😊
Sative is my favorite new spot - I don't like traditional gyms.
To me the group classes truly focus on the mindfulness, self-awareness and correct body work.
Beside, if I need a calm spot for work before or after the training, I can use small local co-working area.
I am super glad that there are local communities interested into collaboration, providing us with benefits and bringing in value.
It seems a nice business community is forming here around me :)
Our next Networking Breakfasts in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Fr 1 Mar - Blockchain x Business intersection w Andrew Thornhill
Mo 11 18.00 - Making it in the US [employment & transition] - international guest Robert Woo
Fr 15 Mar - Marketing area [guest unknown yet]
Fr 22 Mar - Global Opportunism with Pavol Luptak - international guest
Fr 5 Apr - Crypto Community gathering w Crypto Bazari
Fr 19 Apr - Freedom in business & life [side-event to the LibertyCon @ Europe] - guest unknown yet
What I see as the future possible / intended directions?
> business masterclass: half-day masterclass focused on the education in a particular business area [hit me up with what you'd be interested in if there's anything particular]
> non-work events strenghtening the community & having more fun together
If you plan coming to Georgia and want to stay in the loop, DM me for the Telegram loop link.
If you have a collaboration you could provide to the community, DM me as well :)
#tbilisi #networking
Photo: From our breakfast with Mika Didebulidze from DeGameFi <3
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-29
'Of course, if you’re building something like that [Liberland, the freest country in the world], there will always be skeptics who will list all the reasons why it won’t succeed. But that doesn’t bother us too much and we continue to work towards our vision, backed by strong leaders from around the world. Building a prosperous and wealthy city in the desert seemed impossible before Dubai was born. In the case of Singapore, a fishing village turned into one of the most expensive and safest cities in the world.'
Read the full translation of my Vogue CS interview on my blog:
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-29
I was shocked to find out about what's happening here in Georgia. 😧
As a foreigner, I have a huge benefit - I see the country from a wider perspective. I don't have a life-long emotional attachment as I haven't grown up here. It's a bit easier to be more objective.
With Levan Bodzashvili, we spoke about the business environment in Georgia from the international perspective - what could go better, and what's competitive.
He also talked about something I didn't have a clue about:
Middle corridor (or 'The Trans-Caspian International Transport Route').
A new trade route will connect Europe and Asia, while the related processes being completely digitalized and exchanged.
I can imagine this will have a second-plan effect on:
*expansion opportunities
*real estate worth
*road quality
[and for sure something more! What do you think it could affect?]
Well, this is what's called the emerging market.
The time is now :)
Can't wait to see what's coming next!
You can watch the full episode of our interview on your favorite platform under 'Liberland in Georgia' where I invite interesting Georgia-related personas who bring the country to the international level.
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My name is Sam. 🤝🏻
I speak about the opportunities in Georgia 🇬🇪 you didn't know about [and can use remotely].
Most common services:
• remote bank account opening in Georgia for foreigners, digital nomads, crypto people
• real estate market in Georgia [even remote purchase&assistance]
• remote hiring from the region to optimize the costs
#georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi #opportunities #investment
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-28
"Investing in Georgia isn't a solo venture; numerous European investors are keen on the potential here."
Milan Lupač - Presto Ventures Partner: Foreign Investments in Georgia
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-28
When I was a little girl I used to draw a very few things:
Roses, such types of churches as on the first photo, and simple scenery with hills, garden, and a house, abandoned in the nature.
Funnily enough, in 2020, I appeared in such a place I chose myself.
I’m now trying to identify it to why degree it was a compliance with my family, contradicting it, or going my own way too early.
For sure, I’m now unpacking in myself some areas that are far too deep and difficult some days. It’s not been an easy journey, but I’m happy taking it.
I’m fascinated by how randomly we can reach what we deeply want. To me, for sure it was an easy integration, warm mentality and love all around, quality food, space for oneself, allowance to be late (sometime too late), and acceptance.
I found myself a place on earth where I could be just myself. But not everyone who moved from the same environment embraced it. It hurts to see the old patterns, the anxiety, the excuses, self suppression.
I wish everyone to find their place where they’ll feel at their best.
And the only thing I feel I can do is to share more about the spot I found is that close to my heart and beliefs - Georgia. 🇬🇪
I wish you found yours.
Love,
Sam
P.S. I think here you don’t have to prove yourself, but you can just be and that’s freeing.
#georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-27
Blockchain x Business
This Friday we meet Andrew.
An American fintech guy who makes businesses from brewery DAO to innovative fintech solutions.
Based in Georgia since 2014 🇬🇪
Registration link - DM me.
Limited slots, beautiful location around Marjanishvilli. Only for the registered attendees.
The networking is recommended for C-levels & Founders of Blockchain-related businesses.
Language: English
Cost: Free; you pay for what you order
See you soon!
#tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-27
Is Georgia safe & stable to make business?
What are some hidden opportunities here companies don’t make use yet?
What’s the current project in making that can have a huge impact on the trade, opportunities, with digitalization & tokenization in place?
Watch the full episode at
https://lnkd.in/dMKhnhcV
Thank you Girchi • გირჩი - მეტი თავისუფლება for enabling us spreading the voice about Georgia & its people who bring it to the international level.
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-27
"Starting a business in Georgia is one of the easiest in the world, thanks to smooth processes and low bureaucracy.”
Andrew Thornhill- American Fintech Entrepreneur & Visionary
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-26
💸 $1 billion in transactions through his ventures 💸
That's Andrew Thornhill. 🚀
And this is even better - he will be with us *this Friday* at our Networking Breakfast.
Attendance is free of charge.
We're meeting at 12 pm.
To register - DM me.
Program:
*we eat
*we network
*I interview Andrew
*You present yourself
*Unique business announcement
*You pay for yourself and I thank you in advance
Recommended for blockchain business C-levels & Founders who'll be in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Some great things are happening here.
[Make sure you hit me up when you're coming to the country for your workation.]
Sam
#workation #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-26
"Georgia's thriving startup ecosystem offers a diverse pool of talent, ripe for investment and collaboration.”
Guri Koiava - Board Member at EBAN | Co-Founder at Axel & Startup Büro
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-25
What you should know when you hire a Georgian?
Valerian Gegidze is a serial entrepreneur and Angel Investor from Tbilisi, Georgia, with over 15 years of experience working in business development and marketing. His entrepreneurial goal is to provide the world with the best experience of Georgian products and services. Valerian is driven by the idea of developing my homeland - Georgia and the Caucasus region and changing the lives of locals for the better, by providing them with international jobs and the most competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Valerian about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia #remotework #remotejob #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-25
“Fine-tuning crypto and blockchain regulations in Georgia presents an opportunity for us to emerge as a leading hub for fintech and crypto innovations.”
George Gvazava, CFA - Chief Crypto Officer at Bank of Georgia
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-24
What is startup community to Milan?
Milan Lupač began working with startups in 2017 as a freelance consultant, conducting a number of M&A projects. He later served as a hands-on CEO or CFO at various distressed companies, helping them navigate out of their crises.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Milan about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #opportunities #startup #startupecosystem #investements
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-24
Big announcements need suitable gatherings. 😎
During the next networking breakfast, our special guest, Andrew Thornhill, will present a launch of his new project. 🚀 As usual, I will interview him to get some deeper insights - this time on the intersection of the blockchain & business.
I can't wait to meet C-levels & founders from the industry to exchange insights and learn from each other! If you're in Tbilisi, make sure to join us.
I am excited that the networking breakfasts I organize bring together some great smart minds and create a strong and unique exchange of thoughts, experience, and collaboration.
For the registration form, DM me.
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My name is Sam. 🤝🏻
I speak about the opportunities in Georgia 🇬🇪 you didn't know about [and can use remotely].
Most common services:
• remote bank account opening in Georgia [SOLO] for digital nomads & crypto people;
• real estate - remote assistance & purchase on one of the top emerging markets;
• remote hiring from the region to optimize costs.
#georgia #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-24
"As European and American funds show more interest, Georgia has the potential to become the go-to hub for startups.”
Mikheil Didebulidze - Investor & Web3 Founder | Arena Games & DeGameFi
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-24
Something is happening *now*
What are the upcoming opportunities in the country?
Tomorrow at 8 pm CET you will hear the insights of Levan Bodzashvili.
Levan is on the intersection of business, investment, web3, legal & government.
You have a lot to be looking forward to.
#georgia #sakartvelo #investment #business #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-23
Why is Free market unique in Georgia?
Pavol Luptak helped hundreds of people around the world to embrace a freer lifestyle - be it via becoming a Paraguayan, Panamian or Uruguayan resident or getting a bank account in Georgia with his Liberation.Travel company. Besides, he’s a hacker for life, perpetual traveler and global opportunist. Georgia is one of his favorite capitalistic countries.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Pavol about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #cryptocurrency #libertarian #capitalism
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-23
8 different nationalities [or more?].
2 hours.
1 table.
Endless insights, amazing vibe, and a lot of opportunities spotting.
I’ll share my personal notes in the next days and weeks, meanwhile just my huge THANKS for joining me today for the 7th networking breakfast (with Sam, that’s me :).
For the intersection of business x blockchain, I’ll see you next week.
Love.
Sam
P.S. there are more opportunities than I’d ever thought. Love emerging markets 😈
#business #georgia #sakartvelo #networking #realestate
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-23
Is Georgia safe & stable to make business here?
What are some hidden opportunities here companies don’t make use yet?
What’s the current project in making that can have a huge impact on the trade, opportunities, with digitalization & tokenization in place?
😈
Liberland in Georgia podcast with Levan Bodzashvili to be out THIS SUNDAY.
I can’t wait for this one to be out!
Levan is on the intersection of business, investment, web3, legal & government.
You have a lot to be looking forward to.
#tbilisi #georgia #business #podcast
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-23
12.000 people who learn daily about:
*Business & Personal Opportunities in Georgia 🇬🇪 they can make use remotely
*Individual Freedom Broadening
*My work & life insights
My huge thanks to you who's been around.
I know my content journey varied over the time, yet my values stay:
*growth
*freedom & responsbility
*optionality & choosing oneself
And everything that is going on is just the intersection of the above.
I'll see you in Georgia 🇬🇪 or online here.
Is there anything particular you'd love to learn from me? :)
What I can help out with [services for smart people 🧠] 💸:
• premium remote bank account opening in Georgia for digital nomads & crypto people;
• real estate - remote assistance & purchase in one of the top emerging markets;
• remote hiring from the region to optimize costs.
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-23
"Georgia's rapidly evolving market offers a rich pool of skilled talent, particularly in IT and engineering roles, at significantly lower costs compared to European counterparts."
Valerian Gegidze - Enterpreneur & Angel Investor | International hiring
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-22
🍭Upcoming events - network breakfasts in Tbilisi 🇬🇪 👇🏻
Fr 23 Feb - Real Estate Market
Fr 1 Mar - Blockchain x Business intersection w Andrew Thornhill
Th 7 Mar or Su 10 Mar - Making it in the US [employment & transition] - international guest
Fr 15 Mar - Marketing area [guest unknown yet]
Fr 22 Mar - Global Opportunism with Pavol Luptak - international guest
Fr 5 Apr - Crypto Community gathering w Crypto Bazari
Fr 19 Apr - Freedom in business & life [side-event to the LibertyCon @ Europe] - guest unknown yet
Curious about joining us?
Would you welcome some other topic?
DM me!
How does it work:
1. I invite directly relevant people to the particular topic of the gathering to form a small 10-15-person group.
2. We gather at a nice place, we order what we want (and we cover it after ourselves).
3. We introduce each of us.
4. I make a 20-minute interview with the *main guest* to dive deeper into the topic of the gathering. We exchange expertise with other attendees as well (you can interrupt).
5. We network freely & chat.
I am super grateful to broaden my contacts in the region and beyond, but mainly to bring YOU together and contribute to the collaboration & mutual growth. 🚀
The best networking & vibe that we create together.
Thank you all.
#tbilisi #networking #Georgia #business
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-22
Tomorrow, we will be sitting together & chatting again!
But this time, it will be again something new!
We will talk about the real estate market & trends & opportunities in the region.
*new week
*new topic
*new location
*new attendees
*new main guest
Those are my weekly / bi-weekly networking breakfasts!
If I invite you for a particular networking breakfast, that means I think you're relevant.
That means I want you to join a small group of 10-15 people that network, learn, exchange experiences.
Do you want to make sure we're in touch?
1. connect
2. text me what area you're interested in
3. join our Telegram group (DM me for the link) where I share the upcoming events first! [some gatherings are full without any direct invitations!]
To understand - I am already planning the meetups for April 🤯
Upcoming events:
Fr 23 Feb - Real Estate Market
Fr 1 Mar - Blockchain x Business intersection
Th 7 Mar or Su 10 Mar - Making it in the US [employment & transition] - international guest
Fr 15 Mar - Marketing area [guest unknown yet]
Fr 22 Mar - Global Opportunism with Pavol Luptak - international guest
Fr 5 Apr - Crypto Community gathering w Crypto Bazari
Fr 19 Apr - Freedom in business & life [side-event to the LibertyCon @ Europe] - guest unknown yet
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Considering coming to Georgia for your workation? Do you want to bring together a great time in the country and observe the business opportunities and collaborations?
DM me.
If you want to make use of the opportunities remotely, text me as well.
With love,
Sam
#georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-22
'For me, personal growth starts with self-awareness — who am I and who do I want to be? Maturity is based on the question of what kind of life I want to live and how I can achieve it. Finally, humanity leads to the realization of what my values are. And my personal values are freedom, growth, acceptance and responsibility. Personal development, as is evident, is therefore of great importance to me, as well as to the people who surround me. A growing mindset, by the way, is one of the things you want to have in common. So if you want to have strong people around you as a leader, develop yourself first. And don’t try to develop others.'
Read the full translation of my Vogue CS interview on my blog:
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-22
What educational changes we see in Georgia?
Mikheil Didebulidze is the founder of DeGameFi - an international network of distinctive events that bring together the individuals interested in blockchains. Co-founder of Arena Games and Sambrela LLC. Entrepreneur and investor with experience in launching and scaling startups.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Mikheil about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia #cryptocurrency #crypto #blockchain #investment #investing
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-22
"Investors find relief in Georgia's 🇬🇪 crypto-friendly regulations and unwavering stability."
Alex Sudadze- Georgian Cryptocurrency Specialist
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-22
👋🏻 Meet Andrew, a visionary entrepreneur spotting opportunities in emerging markets.
☑️ proven track record of over $1 billion in payments moved through his innovative solutions
☑️ making business in Georgia 🇬🇪 since 2007
☑️ from IT to blockchain to innovations 🚀
You bet I invited him as our special guest for the next breakfast!
Meet us on Friday 1st March 12 pm - 2 pm for the networking breakfast.
DM me for the registration link.
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The breakfast is recommended for the Blockchain Businesses C-levels & Founders.
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My name is Sam. 🤝🏻
I speak about the opportunities in Georgia 🇬🇪, the hidden gem for [even remote] business & web3.
Most common services:
• remote bank account opening in Georgia [SOLO] for digital nomads & crypto people;
• real estate - remote assistance & purchase on one of the top emerging markets;
• remote hiring from the region to optimize costs.
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-21
Is integrating in Georgia easy?
Andrew Thornhill is an American businessman and FinTech pioneer who has created unique payment gateways for a number of large businesses and banks around the world. From the late 1990's Andrew has moved effortlessly through banks, processors, large merchants and even governments in his bid to provide the most complete, end-to-end financial service to the online industry possible
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Andrew about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #cryptocurrency #blockchain #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-21
Already this Friday in Tbilisi, Georgia.
What are the current trends in the real estate market?
A very last few seats left.
For the registration form, DM me or comment 'form'.
See you around!
#tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-21
"Georgia's free industrial zones offer attractive tax incentives for export-oriented companies, encouraging international investment.”
Ilia Kekutia - Tax Advisor Expert on the Georgian Taxation
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-20
Why are Foreigners coming in Georgia?
George is a Chief Crypto Officer at Bank of Georgia. George is an active early-stage investor both in Georgia and internationally, interested in Startups from various industries like Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cyber-Security, AI, Biotechnology, etc.Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from George about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from George about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #opportunities #crypto #cryptocurrency #blockchain
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-20
Don’t over analyze;
Yet be in touch with the reality 🌝
[Behind the scenes] 🤫
After a month of daily videos, and a few quotes of my podcast guests across the platforms, I can share the outcomes.
In general, I recommend not to be obsessed with the analysis; only execution provides a relevant feedback though & to stay agile, I must understand where I stay along the way. So:
What works well:
1. Positioning
- Increased traffic, awareness in the relevant business surroundings, broadened collaborations, increased opportunities.
Perfect PR lifestyle campaign :)
2. Rebranding
- I quickly moved to be connected on mind of people with Georgian business scene.
3. Targeting
- I broaden awareness on the relevant target audiences:
*Georgian business market to ensure relevancy, product quality, high end networking, second plan awareness [like a miracle I get to people who don’t want ‘regular networking’ and you can’t really meet normally, but they build some amazing things. This means I provide them some exceptional value they couldn’t have found elsewhere.]
*Western audiences interested into using the opportunities here in Georgia 🇬🇪 remotely [cost optimized hiring, remote bank account opening, remote real estate purchase in the region / tailored business collabs]
Problems I should focus on now:
1. Communicating the products / services
People don’t really know what do I do / what they can buy from me.
2. Increased sales
This is connected to the right above; at the same time, I do the ‘impossible’ - I am ‘selling’ a country people don’t know about business-vise. I need more interactions over time [patience] + communicate more clearly what I can help with.
3. Problem solving content
I’ll create content addressing problems of my potential clients > solution. That should scale even more relevant traffic. Broadening the educational perspective to the value based.
Actually it’s a good result, considering 1 human full time effort. 🙃
Thoughts?
Would you want more of such business reflections, behind the scenes, second order thinking?
If you’re interested into your company marketing strategy analysis / long term advisory, let me know. Marketing shouldn’t be disconnected from the business 🙃
Love,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-20
"Georgia offers a unique blend of skilled labor, strategic location, and business-friendly policies, making it a prime destination for investors.”
Milan Lupač - Presto Ventures Partner: Foreign Investments in Georgia
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-19
Real estate and Blockchain in Georgia
Alex Sudadze is one of the first blockchain and cryptocurrency enthusiasts, crypto traders, and blockchain experts entrepreneurs in Georgia, representing it on the international level. Thanks to his multidisciplinary expertise and experience, he shares his perception of the investment opportunities in Georgia which might not be obvious at first sight.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Alex about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #crypto #blockchain #blockchaintechnology #cryptocurrency
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-19
The emerging Real Estate market in Georgia is 🚀
On Friday morning, we will talk not only about the conservative approach to the market but also about some current trends, such as the NFT approach and other solutions 😎
Come and talk about the Real Estate opportunities here 🔥
I have very limited seats, so I will shortlist especially:
*Entrepreneurs / Corporate people interested in real estate lease / purchase / investment opportunities
For the registration form, DM me / comment 'form' :)
I'll see you on Friday 23rd at 11.30 am!
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-19
“Georgia has a great understanding of how to display culture which makes it a unique and welcoming destination.”
Andrew Thornhill - American Fintech Entrepreneur & Visionary
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-18
How has Georgia's education changed in the recent years?
Valerian Gegidze is a serial entrepreneur and Angel Investor from Tbilisi, Georgia, with over 15 years of experience working in business development and marketing. His entrepreneurial goal is to provide the world with the best experience of Georgian products and services. Valerian is driven by the idea of developing my homeland - Georgia and the Caucasus region and changing the lives of locals for the better, by providing them with international jobs and the most competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Valerian about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #remotehiring
#opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-18
"Georgia's diverse cultural heritage, combined with its modern infrastructure, makes it an attractive destination for both business and leisure.”
Guri Koiava - Board Member at EBAN | Co-Founder at Axel & Startup Büro
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-17
Investments in Georgia
Milan Lupač began working with startups in 2017 as a freelance consultant, conducting a number of M&A projects. He later served as a hands-on CEO or CFO at various distressed companies, helping them navigate out of their crises.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Milan about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi #investements #opportunities #startup
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-17
Real Estates are on 🔥 in Georgia 🇬🇪
A very special gathering awaits us on Friday!
I have very limited slots for this breakfast. DM me / comment 'form' for the registration form.
The networking is free of charge - you pay for what you order.
I'll see you around!
#georgia #tbilisi #realestate
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-17
"Georgia stands out for its innovation on multiple fronts, partially also because of its smaller size, which allows for greater flexibility.”
George Gvazava, CFA - Chief Crypto Officer at Bank of Georgia
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-16
Incredibly warm gathering this morning! Thank you all! #tbilisi #georgia
Next Friday we talk about Real Estate! 🏡
For the #7 Tbilisi Networking breakfast, fill out the registration form. [DM me]
We will gather in the central area again - the location will be provided to the registered participants.
Real Estate Expert interviewed 🔥
I have 10 slots left.
#sakartvelo #networking
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-16
How is Georgia improving economically?
Pavol Luptak helped hundreds of people around the world to embrace a freer lifestyle - be it via becoming a Paraguayan, Panamian or Uruguayan resident or getting a bank account in Georgia with his Liberation.Travel company. Besides, he’s a hacker for life, perpetual traveler and global opportunist. Georgia is one of his favorite capitalistic countries.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Pavoll about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi #cryptocurrency #capitalism #libertarian
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-16
Next Friday we talk REAL ESTATE in Georgia!
Join us next Friday 23rd Feb at 11.30 AM.
Suitable if you:
- are interested in real estate purchase / lease (for the company / personal, but better if I bring together entrepreneur people)
- want to understand the Georgian real estate market
- want to invest in the Georgian real estate market
The seats are very limited.
The entrance is free; you pay what you order.
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For the registration form, DM me / comment 'register'.
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I am Sam, an expat in Georgia.
Most common services / what I promote & help with remotely [online]:
• remote bank account opening in Georgia [SOLO] for foreigners, digital nomads, crypto people;
• real estate market purchase / lease [remote/onsite];
• remote hiring from the region - to optimize the cost & efficiency of the teams.
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-16
"Georgian talents offer a unique blend of dedication and loyalty, making them valuable assets for international companies seeking high-quality workforce."
Valerian Gegidze - Enterpreneur & Angel Investor | International hiring
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-15
Can Georgia become the original startup hub?
Mikheil Didebulidze is the founder of DeGameFi - an international network of distinctive events that bring together the individuals interested in blockchains. Co-founder of Arena Games and Sambrela LLC. Entrepreneur and investor with experience in launching and scaling startups.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Mikheil about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia #oppurtunities #crypto #cryptocurrency #investment
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-14
Is Georgia really that low-bureaucratic? How does that work in practice?
Andrew Thornhill is an American businessman and FinTech pioneer who has created unique payment gateways for a number of large businesses and banks around the world. From the late 1990's Andrew has moved effortlessly through banks, processors, large merchants and even governments in his bid to provide the most complete, end-to-end financial service to the online industry possible.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Andrew about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #blockchain #cryptocurrency #opportunities #digitalnomads
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-14
CityPay in partnership with Tether will help obtain El Salvador citizenship!
CityPay and Tether are excited to announce an exclusive scholarship program for 1000 individuals who are passionate about creating a better future.
El Salvador is emerging as a global hub for Bitcoin, technology, and personal freedom. As part of our commitment to this transformative journey, Tether and CityPay are offering an opportunity to obtain El Salvador citizenship and actively participate in building the country of the future.
Benefits of the scholarship program:
• El Salvador citizenship for you and your family
• Investment in El Salvador's cultural and economic development
• Stability and safety in Central America
• A chance to be a part of shaping the future of a growing global hub
They are seeking outstanding individuals who are:
• Committed to making a positive impact on the world
• Passionate about Bitcoin, technology, and personal freedom
• Eager to invest in and actively participate in the development of El Salvador
El Salvador is one of the safest countries in the region, with a supportive legal system and a growing technological ecosystem. In today's unpredictable world, El Salvador is a beacon of opportunity.
The Passport to Freedom program invites you and your family to join this exciting adventure. By filling out a simple application, you will have the opportunity to go through the expedited process for Salvadoran citizenship with your loved ones.
Join Citypay.io and Tether.to and apply now: https://lnkd.in/eJ6kTBk2
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-14
'Whether you work from a cottage, an office or the other side of the planet doesn’t matter in the end. What is important, however, is to realize what you want and to take responsibility for what you build and leave behind in your life. No one taught us this type of adulthood, and unfortunately, few people reach it because we are held back by the fear of stepping into the unknown. And, of course, by customs and social conventions.'
Read the full translation of my Vogue CS interview on my blog:
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-14
"Georgia's 1% tax benefits for small business entrepreneurs at provide a competitive edge in attracting global talent and investment.”
Ilia Kekutia - Tax Advisor Expert on the Georgian Taxation
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-13
How the regulations should be modified in context of Georgia?
George Gvazava, CFA is a Chief Crypto Officer at Bank of Georgia. George is an active early-stage investor both in Georgia and internationally, interested in Startups from various industries like Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cyber-Security, AI, Biotechnology, etc.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from George about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #cryptocurrency #investing #blockchain
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-13
Investment in Georgia 🇬🇪, the country?
What, whom, how?
This Friday we will gather again at 11.30 am for our networking breakfast. This time with the focus on the investment perspective of Georgia.
My guest will be Alex Sudadze - we just met accidentally in the doors, but he’s too busy with his Chinese business partners now, focusing on the crypto mining in the country and energy resources cost optimization 🌝
But we will talk on the breakfast!
After a brief introduction, I’ll make a short interview with him just for our small group - and you can ask questions too.
The networking will be suitable to C-levels/Founders potentially seeking collaboration in broadening the pie together :) [game theory] / if you have an outstanding investor potential project / if you actively invest.
Want to join us?
It’s free but you have to be relevant :)
DM me for the registration form.
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo #networking
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-13
"Georgia offers a fertile ground for investment, and it's not a speculation. We've already made successful investments here."
Milan Lupač - Presto Ventures Partner: Foreign Investments in Georgia
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-12
Why Chinese companies are interested in Georgia?
Alex Sudadze is one of the first blockchain and cryptocurrency enthusiasts, crypto traders, and blockchain entrepreneurs in Georgia, representing it on the international level. Thanks to his multidisciplinary expertise and experience, he shares his perception of the investment opportunities in Georgia which might not be obvious at first sight.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Alex about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #cryptocurrency #investing #investment #blockchain
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-12
"Georgia offers a thriving environment for fintech startups, with a supportive ecosystem and opportunities for growth.”
Andrew Thornhill - American Fintech Entrepreneur & Visionary
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-11
How should we position Georgia as a brand?
Valerian Gegidze entrepreneur and angel investor.
Valerian is a serial entrepreneur and Angel Investor from Tbilisi, Georgia, with over 15 years of experience working in business development and marketing. His entrepreneurial goal is to provide the world with the best experience of Georgian products and services. Valerian is driven by the idea of developing my homeland - Georgia and the Caucasus region and changing the lives of locals for the better, by providing them with international jobs and the most competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Valerian about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #investements #investing #startup
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-11
"With its diverse cultural experiences, ease of doing business, and supportive community, Georgia 🇬🇪 offers a favorable environment for startups and entrepreneurs.”
Guri Koiava - Board Member at EBAN | Co-Founder at Axel & Startup Büro
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-10
How Milan sees Georgian startup market?
Milan Lupač - Presto Ventures Partner: Foreign Investments in Georgia
Milan began working with startups in 2017 as a freelance consultant, conducting a number of M&A projects. He later served as a hands-on CEO or CFO at various distressed companies, helping them navigate out of their crises.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Milan about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #cryptocurrency #investements #startup #startupecosystem #investor
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-10
"Georgia is in a prime position to cater to both European and Asian markets, and we're already witnessing many companies relocating their teams or hiring local talent.”
Gvazava, CFA - Chief Crypto Officer at Bank of Georgia
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #opportunities #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-09
"Georgia provides all the necessary tools and resources for entrepreneurs to create something truly remarkable"
Mikheil Didebulidze Investor & Web3 Founder | Arena Games & DeGameFi
To learn more, watch the full episode of our interview by searching the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast on your favorite platform. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely. Follow me for more insider insights many don’t know about (yet)! DM me for services, collaboration, or answers to your questions - I will be happy to assist.
With love from Georgia ,
Sam
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-09
"Why is "free market" in Georgia attractive?"
Pavol Luptak helped hundreds of people around the world to embrace a freer lifestyle - be it via becoming a Paraguayan, Panamian or Uruguayan resident or getting a bank account in Georgia with his Liberation.Travel company. Besides, he’s a hacker for life, perpetual traveler and global opportunist. Georgia is one of his favorite capitalistic countries.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Pavoll about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#sakartvelo #georgia #tbilisi #cryptocurrency #libertarian #capitalism
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-09
What's going on here? 👀
We have here a new VC checking the environment out 🚀
Was glad to join your evening, ULTRA.VC. I am glad to see some new faces in the country and to meet people like Nikita Yuriev who focuses on new investment opportunities.
One thing is clear:
Investors & companies keep seeing more opportunities in the Georgian 🇬🇪 market.
And they will make use of them 😎
I'm glad to connect together some great minds.
[To be said if you're considering making a little business trip to Georgia or talking about the remote opportunities here, you know whom to text.]
With love from Tbilisi,
Sam
#georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-08
Is Georgia a good base for building a startup?
Mikheil Didebulidze is the founder of DeGameFi - an international network of distinctive events that bring together the individuals interested in blockchains. Co-founder of Arena Games and Sambrela LLC. Entrepreneur and investor with experience in launching and scaling startups.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Mikheil about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #crypto #cryptocurrency #blockchain #investement #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-08
'From a remote work perspective, the classic job that is tied to location and attendance seems outdated: you ask for and wait for a holiday, plan it months in advance and move in sharp intervals between the daily stereotype and the sporadic experiences of travel. You are simply not the manager of your time and space, and as a rule you don’t live what you want and what no one forces you into.'
Read the full translation of my Vogue CS interview on my blog:
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-08
💀 RIP to one of the past domains I bought in the high belief of building it up.
It's been two years since I thought:
'Oh let's help people build their personal branding, to stand out'.
Today, you can still buy my personal branding course on my Buy Me A Coffee, but...
I learned one thing - I have to prioritize.
I quit so many of the activities over the past months:
- I don't do mentorship - besides one-time guidance
- I don't do anything I wouldn't like
- I left the IT industry
Instead, I:
- Observed how I can provide value to people - and I started sharing with them more opportunities they didn't know about [in relation to Georgia]
- Focused on my existing service of remote bank account opening in Georgia for clients around the world
- Made a simple Notion-based website to attract more traffic from the browsers
I don't have to know everything.
I've learned I don't have to overthink it.
I don't have to be the best / do something super-crazy / incredible / to ensure I stand out.
I can just mind my simple business, connect people together, organize great breakfast gatherings, continue with the podcast, be agile, and do as I feel like, and mainly:
Focus on living my life and evolving *that part*.
I gave up on being everywhere.
I do not have FOMO, but JOMO - Joy of missing out.
I decided to simplify, keep it slow but steady, work in two.
Yes, I could start this business idea number 9458738523, but...
But living my life became a higher priority.
I keep it low.
Is there something you'd share yourself you understood over the past months? I'd really appreciate it if you shared it in the comments. :)
With love from Georgia,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-08
How's the Georgian ecosystem when it comes to...
the investments?
Join us for our #6 networking breakfast *next* Friday at 11.30 AM in Tbilisi, Georgia. 🇬🇪
Our guest will be Alex Sudadze - he understands well the perspective of the cryptocurrencies, plans for the CBDCs, mining, hydroelectricity; but also has great insights into the foreign investments into the country.
He's a great guy to sit at one table with.
And you can!
Registration form: DM me
#investment #georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-07
Your AI-generated post doesn't really build your *personal* branding, as it's not *personal*.
Oops.
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-07
"Is Georgia the easiest country to start a business?" 🇬🇪
Andrew Thornhill - American businessman and FinTech pioneer who has created unique payment gateways for a number of large businesses and banks around the world.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova on your favorite platform to learn more about Georgia from Andrew in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #cryptocurrency #blockchain #investing
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-07
About how I started organizing the Networking Breakfasts in Tbilisi and how it's been one of the best ideas I could have had.
[on the hidden worth, second-plan thinking, and clarity; well and on the networking value]
//
This article could be also called ‘How to drive sales through the event management’, but it’s not, because I am not your part-time CMO, despite I could.
:)
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #georgia #networking #eventmanagement #event #management #marketing
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-07
"When you hire a Georgian 🇬🇪, you don't just bring on an employee; you gain a dedicated team member. Georgians perceive themselves as integral parts of the company, fostering high levels of dedication and loyalty regardless of their shareholding.
Their enthusiasm for exchanging information and communicating ideas reflects a genuine commitment to the company's development. Embracing this openness leads to recommendations from individuals deeply invested in the company's success, fostering a positive internal culture."
Shared Valerian Gegidze on remote hiring from Georgia and its wider region. He has a lot to tell about it - he helps companies from all around the world to hire from here. The demand comes especially from the DACH region and the USA 🇺🇸, reflecting the great language & knowledge skills in & around Georgia.
Well - all the smart companies & managers know that it makes sense to:
*optimize the costs
*hire for both skills and loyalty
*resolve the hiring internationally *today* with a relevant cultural fit, rather than wait more months for miracle
If you want to know more - 📥 DM me or Valerian Gegidze directly.
// Photo is from my recent podcast shooting with Valerian - we talked about remote hiring from the Caucasus region. In the podcast, I show opportunities from the region you didn't know about & you can use remotely.
#sakartvelo #georgia #internationalhiring #remotehiring
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-06
Curious about discussing the investment opportunities in Georgia / the region?
Join us next Friday Feb 16th at 11.30 AM for the #6 networking breakfast:)
Registration form: DM me.
If you can't wait, watch my recent interview with Alex Sudadze, our upcoming guest whom I will interview at our breakfast as well:
https://lnkd.in/dmsGfzXh
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-06
Why is Georgia attractive for digital nomads?
George Gvazava, CFA is a Chief Crypto Officer at Bank of Georgia. George is an active early-stage investor both in Georgia and internationally, interested in Startups from various industries like Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cyber-Security, AI, Biotechnology, etc.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from George about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#cryptocurrency #georgia #blockchain #opportunities #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-05
Why is Georgia interesting for foreign investors?
Alex Sudadze is one of the first blockchain and cryptocurrency enthusiasts, crypto traders, and blockchain entrepreneurs in Georgia, representing it on the international level. Thanks to his multidisciplinary expertise and experience, he shares his perception of the investment opportunities in Georgia which might not be obvious at first sight.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Alex about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#cryptocurrency #opportunities #investment #georgia #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-04
I didn’t have a clue about how many opportunities are here in Georgia 🇬🇪🤯
*investment into real estate from 40k$+? [with opportunity to aim for your residency card!]
*rising startup scene
*or opening the bank account remotely to diversify your banking among trusted countries
All can be done remotely 🙃
And I was super lucky to dive deeper into the local business scene.
Yes yes, DM me. I’ll text back.
#investment #opportunities #georgia #emergingmarket
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-03
How can we help the startup ecosystem?
Milan Lupač - Presto Ventures Partner: Foreign Investments in Georgia
Milan began working with startups in 2017 as a freelance consultant, conducting a number of M&A projects. He later served as a hands-on CEO or CFO at various distressed companies, helping them navigate out of their crises.
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-02
What can we learn in the region from Dubai and would have a serious impact on the (not only) web3 industry in Georgia 🇬🇪?
Mikheil Didebulidze from DeGameFi and Arena Games Platform was sharing his recent insights he gained during his business trip into the Emirates! Mika is one of the core faces when it comes to the crypto industry - and he helps the country to be seen on the international levels too!
One of his next activities will be the June 22-23 3rd edition of the DeGameFi conference and if you want to be visible and enter the market, this is your way to go! [DM me!] There will be more focus on DeFi, startups & fundings, and workshops.
I can't wait!
But yet, outside of the private sector which is doing great here when it comes to crypto projects, collaborations and communities...
What would help the country to scale?
Like better & fast?
And what is that thing that they do in Dubai and *really* has an impact on the industry, and the capital inflow?
Despite Georgia is one of the economically freest countries in the world, still the governmental support in a form of special taxation options, further ease of doing business and easier transiting in, supporting collaborative initiatives and communities - oh, that'd help.
As the second pain point, we identified even further education to have more experts. Despite there've been certain initiatives in the country over the last months - coming especially from the private companies, we found it not sufficient.
I think I can see a way how foreign companies could come and make a little more buzz just by opening even more educational programs 😎
If you see anything how you could take part - text me and maybe we can bring something together!
--
Thank you all for coming to our 5th networking breakfast today!
It was really nice and refreshing :)
#networking #crypto #web3 #tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-02
Why is Georgian banking system outsanding?
Pavol helped hundreds of people around the world to embrace a freer lifestyle - be it via becoming a Paraguayan, Panamian or Uruguayan resident or getting a bank account in Georgia with his Liberation.Travel company. Besides, he’s a hacker for life, perpetual traveler and global opportunist. Georgia is one of his favorite capitalistic countries.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Pavoll about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#cryptocurrency #capitalism #libertarian
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-02
Couldn't make it for my Networking Breakfast in Tbilisi yet, but don't want to miss *your topic* out in the future?
Join the Telegram channel where I share all the information first:
https://lnkd.in/df6evCVt
The seats are always limited just to 10 to 15 attendees.
Why?
I found out it's the best amount to keep enough contact between the attendees, keep it friendly and relaxed. I won't make it bigger.
I am already confirm interesting international speakers for *March*. I don't want us to just gather together and ate a great meal, but to really share expertise, and used the opportunity to learn from each other.
I'd love to thank to all the guests who're joining us.
It's, for sure, one of the best things I've been doing so far and I feel how much value it provides.
Thank you!
With love,
Sam
#tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-01
What's the perception of Georgia to the European companies?
Mikheil Didebulidze is the founder of DeGameFi - an international network of distinctive events that bring together the individuals interested in blockchains. Co-founder of Arena Games and Sambrela LLC. Entrepreneur and investor with experience in launching and scaling startups.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more from Mikheil about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem.
#georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo #crypto #cryptocurrency #blockchain #investement #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-01
How companies can cut costs thanks to hiring from Georgia 🇬🇪 or the Caucasus region 🏔️?
5 main benefits to hire from Georgia 🇬🇪 today:
*all resolved remotely
*loyalty of workers as a mentality setup
*quality IT or Data Science workforce
*lower wage costs & lower taxes for the employment payments (50%+ from Europe)
*Cultural similarity to the European/US mentality
Bonus: quality and many languages proficiency 🙃
Yes yes, text me or Valerian Gegidze directly 🚀
Podcast with many hidden gems and opportunities to make use from Georgia 🇬🇪 for you soon 😎
Sam
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo #optimization #costoptimization
Samuela Davidová
2024-02-01
Everyday new people come to me and want to know more.
Especially growing interest I see when it comes to Real Estate purchase in Georgia 🇬🇪 - mostly the clients seek where they could invest their money in a more conservative way [in Central Europe we love to *own* a real estate].
There are extra benefits when it comes to the whole process:
*it can all be done remotely [yes, and forget bureaucracy]
*you can pay in cryptocurrency [depending on the project, but it’s widely accepted]
*based on your real estate ownership, you can also request a residency card as a potential plan B [for validation above 100k$; also dependent on the citizenship]
Yet, there are some things you want to know first.
Mainly it’s connected to knowing the right developers 🫠
I was lucky to collaborate with my colleague Ivan who specializes in the Batumi Real Estate / or Tomas who focuses on Tbilisi [mainly]. I’ll be happy to get you in touch.
Other most seek after is the Georgian bank account opening. Personal banker, airport lounges, crypto friendliness, high limits or 0% withdrawal fee for the best value in the world. No more questions for your country changes if you travel a lot. And hey, transferring money abroad is a norm. 🤪
We are glad to make the process flawless with Pavol Luptak for our clients. There’s some bureaucracy behind the curtains, but we handle all that on our side. We keep our clients posted about the process and based on our security first principles, we limit the process and the rights to ensure client’s peace of mind 😌 [like we really have only super limited rights and adjusting this with the bank took us a few months to get that right].
Simply - we really care.
DM me if you want to know more 🦋
I’m glad to find the hidden gems in Georgia and bring it to those who want to benefit from abroad.
With love,
Sam
#georgia #bankaccount #planb #diversification #realestate #investment
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-31
⌛️Last 3 seats left 🏃🏻♀️💨
*web3 morning talk this Friday*
On Friday 12 - 2 pm we will talk with Mikheil Didebulidze, one of the core people in the web3 industry in the region.
Where?
He's our Networking Breakfast w Sam (that's me) guest this week! 🚀
Mika just returned from Dubai 🌃 and I am all ears to hear how we can learn from the crypto scene over here. As an organizer of the DeGameFi Conference - the largest web3-related conference in the wider region, he has a great understanding on what's going on here, and during the talk, I'd love to widen the perspective on how the industry can evolve here.
So, what's the potential here we might not see yet? 😎
Is there something more that can come, other that having the crypto ATM at every corner here in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪?
The Networking Breakfast is more suitable to the C-level professionals, who intersect the web3 and entrepreneurship.
DM me for the registration link.
We are meeting at Vera, I will send the confirmation address to the selected suitable attendees.
#tbilisi #web3 #crypto #cryptocurrency #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-31
'Freedom is the possibility of self-realization and expanding one’s possibilities without unnecessary bureaucracy and outside intervention. It seems to me that we put too much emphasis on conforming to endless rules and regulations, instead of thinking about what value we can bring to the world in return. This approach, which I see as an authentic expression and self-realization, of course requires accepting responsibility for one’s life. It’s not easy, it’s not for everyone, but it’s certainly worth at least trying.'
Read the full translation of my Vogue CS interview on my blog:
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-31
"How does it feel to be American in Georgia?"
Andrew Thornhill is an American businessman and FinTech pioneer who has created unique payment gateways for a number of large businesses and banks around the world.
Watch the full episode of the ‘Liberland in Georgia’ podcast with Samuela Davidova at your favorite platform to learn more about Georgia in the international context, local opportunities, and ecosystem From Andrew.
#georgia #tbilisi #cryptocurrency #blockchain #investing
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-31
I am now experimenting with something for a while and it changed my life.
I started working 4 days a week.
I was scared.
What if people will need to contact me?
What if I become broke?
What if.. what if?
And you know what really happened?
I started SEEING and therefore focusing on what matters.
I clarified the priorities.
I stopped doing what didn't matter but kept me busy.
I hired a Business & Marketing assistant and we scale.
And we don't do any nonsense.
My calendar is empty.
No calls.
And eventually, I know I will make even more, and bring even more value.
🤯
And you know what?
We work mostly remotely & asynchronously.
But of course... I know.
It can't work 😗
Here you can read more about how we overthink our importance and how I turned off all my notifications more than 6 years ago. Back, when I used to manage 150 people.
Cheers and be a bit more flexible.
It's okay.
With love,
Sam
https://lnkd.in/dzkgCfMb
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-31
I was so scared to begin.
To give the first speech.
Different languages,
different countries,
different cultures.
Now it feels like the everyday bread.
Random pitch in Singapore?
No problem.
I was a little afraid it would get boring now, but actually - to the contrary.
I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.
I deliver the perspectives that help:
Be it freedom or opportunities.
I’m really proud I began, back then.
Thank you for everyone ever giving me the opportunity and believing in me.
Now I handed over.
With big love from Georgia 🇬🇪,
Sam
P.S. Keep going ♥️
P.P.S. I’ve changed so much!
#speaker #publicspeaking #publicrelations
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-30
Mikheil Didebulidze just came back from Dubai.
He's one of the top voices on the web3 in the region and...
Friday Networking Breakfast guests will hear first his insights on the journey, the realistic presence & future of the crypto industry in the region, and more!
I am super curious myself!
More about Mika:
Didebulidze is the founder of DeGameFi - an international network of distinctive events that bring together the individuals interested in Blockchains. Co-founder of Arena Games Platform and Sambrela LLC. Entrepreneur and investor with experience in launching and scaling startups.
We are meeting this Friday at 12 pm (that's lunchtime) in Tbilisi 🇬🇪
The location will be shared with the pre-registered attendees tomorrow evening (and then within 24 hours after the registration).
For the Registration Form DM me or comment 'I want to eat with you' :)
I'll see you soon!
P.S. This event won't be repeated. Every time, we have a different guest, topic, and location.
P.P.S. After this networking breakfast, there will be a week off, and then we will speak with Alex Sudadze about the investment opportunities in the region [16 February].
#tbilisi #georgia #web3 #crypto
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-30
"How Georgia is currently where it is now?"
George Gvazava, the chief Crypto officer at Bank Of Georgia about start up ecosystems, investment environment, Georgia's relations to cryptocurrency and technologies and the approach Georgia is taking.
Full interview on: https://lnkd.in/d-ih5prn
#georgia #investing #investements #startupcommunity #startupecosystem
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-29
Why is it attractive to invest in Georgia?
Alex Sudadze about investment environment in Georgia, one of the first crypto-friendly country and so much more..
#georgia #investing #investment #cryptocurrency #freedom #individualfreedom
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-28
How to make people paying more taxes?
How to make them willing to rely on the government?
I have a secret sauce for you here. 🙂
Freud would say, though, they just compensate unwillingness to face their hopelessness and projecting the strong father’s figure on another authority.
Whichever perspective you find closer - we still need to belong.
So do you do - create a community based on values and trust.
Can you?
#libertarian #speaker #freedom
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-27
What’s the most common mistake when we are moving away?
Enjoy the journey.
#emigration #georgia #sakartvelo #moving #tbilisi #migration
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-27
I changed the objectives.
I don’t want to work hard.
😓
I had my first job when I was six years old.
Photo shooting, modeling, acting.
At 15 I worked at the night bar for 2$ an hour.
At 19 I managed the first hipster cafe and doubled the turnover in one month. (!)
I burned out.
At 21 I managed 150 people at the world’s largest d’n’b festival. Three years in the row.
Burned out again.
At 24 I started in IT from scratch. That was hard.
I have enough of 16+ hours work days, 7 days a week, anxiety, stress, no life.
Over the last 4 months I understood there’s not enough space for LIFE in my life.
And I realized things can be different.
Everything can be different - if I’ll want to.
That’s not possible in the ‘normalized’ linear employee perspective though.
However I took the first step:
I made the decision.
I don’t want to work hard.
I want to work with joy, helping people resolve their problems, simplify and improve their lives.
Fingers crossed to me, I’m more than sure I’m on the right way.
Hi from #tbilisi 🇬🇪
Photo: taking myself to the theatre on Friday evening :) [after organizing a great networking breakfast, initiating new contacts, leads; then taking a nap and - well, going to the theatre. Everything is possible, I believe.]
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-26
How to make it on the German market from scratch?
What companies fail when they they are hiring from abroad?
How do cultures differ when it comes to work - be it Estonians, Dach region or Caucasus?
We heard some amazing insights from Valerian Gegidze today, also thanks to the great attendees [thank you for coming] at todays Networking breakfast!
If you couldn’t make it, I’m really sorry - there will be no other like this one.
However !
We will shoot an interview with Valerian on Tuesday 😎
And now you have the opportunity to tell me what you’d love to learn from him - I’ll make sure to cover it. 🙃
I’m glad to be bringing the brightest minds together - both offline and online.
If you plan your visit to Georgia 🇬🇪 - connect it with some business and hit me up. I’ll get you in touch with the most important people for YOU to scale.
There’s a lot of potential and opportunities yet not discovered by many.
And you got a chance to be among those who know.
Yes yes, just hit that follow or text me directly.
With love,
Sam
P.S. next Friday we will meet Mikheil Didebulidze as he gets back from his Dubai business journey and we will talk web3. If you’re in the industry, text me for the registration form. As always, seats are strictly limited and this time the guests will be well handled picked - only web3 people.
#tbilisi #opportunities #investment #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-26
👀 Me and Valerian Gegidze listening to the introductions of the #4 full-house networking breakfast this morning!
Thank you all for coming and exchanging experience on the international teams, hires, German-related vs Georgian-related mindset, and much more!
Curious about hiring from the region?
Hit me up!
Missed the event?
I am sorry, there will be no other like that. 🙃
However, if you're a C-level from the web3 world, join us next Friday. [DM me for the registration form, I will be hand-picking the attendees.]
Mikheil Didebulidze is coming back from Dubai and will have a lot to say about the crypto-related development in the region. [And I am excited to hear more about the progress of DeGameFi & Arena Games Platform!]
Here we go, #sakartvelo 🚀
#georgia #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-26
I know you want to get that remote job.
If you’re from Georgia 🇬🇪, Armenia 🇦🇲 , Azerbaijan 🇦🇿, Turkey 🇹🇷 , Serbia 🇷🇸, or Albania 🇦🇱 and you are interested in one of the listed job offers - text me.
Use the listed email.
I’ll await to hear from you 😎
#hiring #georgia #azerbaijan #serbia #turkey #albania #armenia
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-25
Don’t text me for the registration link. ❌
Tomorrows Tbilisi Networking Breakfast with Valerian Gegidze is full 💎
This was last week insightful gathering with Irakli Kashibadze 🚀 [Thank you again!]
Can’t wait for tomorrow’s event!
[next Friday 12pm-2pm we will have Mikheil Didebulidze as a guest! All web3 people must-be. 🙃]
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-25
🧠 A bank account in Georgia 🇬🇪 is a good idea because 💡 :
- you want to diversify your high-quality bank accounts in different countries
- it can be opened remotely and you don’t need a residency card
- it is meeting high-security standards
- personal banker and other benefits
- it’s crypto-friendly
The good news is that I will be happy to assist.
FAQ 👇🏻
- You will need only the passport copy & Power of Attorney [I will deliver].
- The whole process takes 2-8 weeks, depending on the bureaucracy in your country.
- Your VISA Premium & Mastercard World Elite will be delivered to your home directly from the bank.
The time getting *finally a normal* bank account is now.
DM / [email protected] :)
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-25
Read more about the Networking Breakfasts in Tbilisi, Georgia [and the upcoming events soon!] 🤝🏻
#georgia #networking #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-24
How are the talents from Georgia and the region seen in the West?
What are some bottlenecks when it comes to hiring a remote international team we should be aware of?
What is it like to be based half in Germany 🇩🇪 while keeping the Caucasian home 🇬🇪 and what are the core differences?
I have some great insightful questions ready for Valerian Gegidze for this Friday's Networking Breakfast 🙃
As you may already know - there's only one event like this and it won't be repeated.
And, of course, I have just 3 seats left.
Want to come?
We gather:
> This Friday 10.30 - 12.30
> Tbilisi, old town - location sent to the RSVP [registered] only
> Registration form: DM me
Last time we were fully booked, so..
I just let you know. :)
P.S. The organization is free of charge - you pay for what you order.
#tbilisi #networking #georgia #gathering #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-24
'I didn’t dare to visit Georgia myself until 2020. After all, we in the West have a lot of negative stereotypes about anything in the East of us. It was only during the covid period that my studies and all collaborations took place fully online and, along with the world stopping, the fear of missing out fell away from me. That’s when I packed one suitcase, gave notice from my apartment, and decided to leave. It was definitely one of the best decisions I ever made.'
Read the full translation of my Vogue CS interview on my blog:
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-24
This Friday morning, we're meeting with Valerian Gegidze.
Based half in Germany, half in Georgia, Valerian has some great perspective on how the region is seen on the west. Besides other services, he helps the western companies hire from Caucasus (and beyond).
As you may already seen, I dig deeper into the guest's perspective and try to get from his as much valuable information and experience, as possible.
Will be happy to see you this Friday!
For the registration form - DM me.
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-18
Every time you start your exciting post with an exciting message using the copy of '🚀 Exciting news!', one kitten dies. 😿
Why does all the content look the same?
P.S. This way, you make sure to not make your post exciting.
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-18
‘The gods retain their threefold task: they must exorcize the terrors of nature, they must reconcile men to the cruelty of Fate, particularly as it is shown in death, and they must compensate them for the sufferings and privations which a civilized life in common has imposed on them.’
‘Firstly, these teachings deserve to be believed because they were already believed by our primal ancestors; secondly, we possess proofs which have been handed down to us from those same primaeval times; and thirdly, it is forbidden to raise the question oftheir authentication at all.’
‘Countless people find their one consolation in religious doctrines, and can only bear life with their help. You would rob them of their support, without having anything better to give them in exchange.’
And finally
‘it would be an undoubted advantage if we were to leave God out altogether and honestly admit the purely human origin of all the regulations and precepts of civilization. Along with their pretended sanctity, these commandments and laws would lose their rigidity and unchangeableness as well. People could understand that they are made, not so much to rule them as, on the contrary, to serve their interests; and they would adopt a more friendly attitude to them, and instead of aiming at their abolition, would aim only at their improvement.’
Exchange ‘religion’ for the ‘nation state’ and ‘gods’ for ‘politicians’ and you see the same narrative patterns 🙂
Sigmund Freud - the Future of an Illusion
TLDR: illusionary state of security by the fathers figure (projected on religion/state) vs facing the reality (as growing up; coming with accepting own helplessness and overcoming it).
Amazing.
[8 books out of 52 on Jan 18th ~ not bad 🙂 I’m becoming a bit dangerous.]
#reading #propaganda #nationstate #pr
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-18
I wish I could, but this time, it's already fully booked 🤪
Yes, yes, I talk about the #3 Networking Breakfast with me & Irakli Kashibadze as a guest, happening tomorrow morning.
Have you missed it this time?
I'd love to share 'no worry', but.. each of these events is uniquely shaped - different topics, different guest speaker for a short interview, and of course - different attendees 😎 [I invite *selected* people directly, but my Telegram group members know first].
You may text me for the invitation to the next events:
26 Jan @ 10.30 am - On bottlenecks and benefits of remote hiring, building international teams, and potential in hiring from the region with Valerian Gegidze from Gegidze • გეგიძე
5 Feb @ 12 pm [lunch time] - Web3 industry from the region 🇬🇪 to the world, the related competitiveness and potential here - of course, from the perspective of Mikheil Didebulidze - Co-Founder of DeGameFi & Arena Games Platform
Here we go, #sakartvelo 💅🏻
#tbilisi #networking #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-18
I wish I understood this earlier...
I used to be scared to do certain jobs, start some collaborations, or businesses.
However, now I got it:
It doesn't matter that much what you do and whether you have the experience or not.
You can learn most of the skills [of course, there are particular positions that indeed take time, but you got the point].
There's something more important though:
If you got the processes right.
I just noticed how efficiently I work - no matter what collaboration it is.
This is exactly what enables me to do *so much* in such a short time.
Of course, it's also my multidisciplinarity, having various perspectives, skills in different areas, experience, drive, personality, and so on.
However, I got some other *things right* that enable me now to jump on most of the new collaborations, in different areas [am I just doing some HR stuff now to write a strategically helpful press release a few minutes later; and sign a new collaboration contract with a huuuuge regional conference afterward?].
And honestly - the way I work today doesn't change that much from what I used to do some 4 years ago.
I wish I had back then just enough courage to self-express into the world, as I have today.
What do you wish you understood a bit earlier?
Let me know. ❤️
And if you think we can do something together - well, you know. Just DM me.
Greetings from Christmas mood in Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-17
It feels incredible to share our values and mission even at the Melbourne Parliament 🇦🇺
We were glad to meet local libertarian party representative David Limbrick and exchange our perspectives on libertarian values in practice.
Together, we are making the world a freer place.
Become one of us and join us as the e-resident, or citizen today.
Register on our website, no matter where you are.
#liberland #australia #melbourne
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-17
I accidentally deleted all my Gmail inbox and
you know what?
Nothing really happened.
:)
If you need something and I missed your email, kindly follow me up. [Here as well, I really have a lot of messages.]
Thanks & Peace in heart 🙃
Sam with love from #georgia 🇬🇪
[Photo / backstage from our Liberland in Georgia podcast shooting]
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-17
Hey Crypto Enthusiasts! 🚀 Join us for an EPIC Crypto Breakfast this friday at 11:00 AM hosted by one and only - Samuela ! 🥞
🌐 Meet our main guest, Irakli Kashibadze 🤩 Former founder and chairman of GITA (Georgia's Innovation & Technology Agency), now rocking the Future Laboratory Ventures ✨
🗓 Mark your calendars: Friday at 11:00! 🤔 Wondering what's on the menu? We're serving up juicy insights on the perception of the Georgian market from the eyes of investors based on Irakli's phenomenal experience! 🌍
☕️ Let's spill the tea on governmental support and their views on the small businesses scene! Uncover the most common bottlenecks in the Georgian Market - it's a rollercoaster ride you won't want to miss! 🎢
Registration Link - https://shorturl.at/drZ04
See you there, crypto amigos! 🚀🌈 #CryptoBreakfast
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-17
We have the last 3 seats left for this Friday 😦
Submit the registration to secure your seat now (or if you plan to invite some of your friends / colleagues), if you plan to come this Friday at 11 am (oh, I haven't even started marketing it properly :))))
Registration form: request in the DMs.
Looking forward!
It's a great opportunity to network & learn for smaller businesses / start-ups, since we won't have this area covered in the next weeks.
Irakli founded GITA - Georgian Innovation & Tech Agency. That's how he started initiating contact between the government, innovations, tech, the market & investors in the country. I think we have a lot to learn here about the regional environment, his perspective, and dive deeper into the perception of the market vs government vs investments. :)
#georgia #sakartvelo #investment #innovation #tech #caucasus
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-17
‘Playing god and illusions of controlling the future and the world belong more to politicians or futurologists. Thinking in terms of a ten-year horizon is more suitable for those who believe that we are only now preparing for real life.’
I shared a few words for the Czech Vogue.
TLDR - accept responsibility for your life, create authentic value and live today.
Photo: Georgia 🇬🇪, Kakheti region
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-16
'Playing God and the illusion of controlling the future and the world belongs more to politicians or futurologists. Thinking in terms of ten years is more appropriate for those who believe that we are only now preparing for real life.'
Read my full translated article for Vogue in English at
https://lnkd.in/dBC48igW
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-16
😎 Reminder to sign up for the networking breakfast this Friday 11 am - 1 pm 💥
This time we will go more into the area where the government, small businesses, innovations, and investments intersect.
If you don't know Irakli, our special guest, yet, he's a founder of GITA - Georgian Innovation & Technological Agency. However, now, he runs Future Laboratory, where he focuses more on the investment areas x start-up ecosystem.
We have a nice stylish, old-school surprise location ready for you 💅🏻
For the registration form link, DM me.
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-15
#3 Networking Breakfast comes & I'll see you this Friday ⏰
[first registers & be approved - first comes; seats are limited]
Today, I come with more details [and the registration form]
💅🏻 Topic 💅🏻
The perception of the Georgian market from the perception of investors based on Irakli's experience. The governmental support and view on the small businesses. The most common bottlenecks related to the Georgian market.
The topic 100% won't be redundant, because we have a very specific guest:
Irakli Kashibadze - CEO & Founder of Future Laboratory, Founder of GITA and Startup Georgia initiative
🤝🏻 For the registration form for the breakfast, DM me.
Note: You will receive the details about the location on Wednesday in your email & LinkedIn message. If you fill out the form later, then you can expect a reply within 24 hours. The only way to get to the networking is to fill out the form and be approved. The event has a limited capacity.
📰 More About Irakli 📰
Irakli Kashibadze is the CEO and Founder of Future Laboratory, an Innovation consulting and management company. Before founding Future Laboratory Irakli served as the first Chairman of Georgia's Innovation and Technology Agency which he founded, and also as secretary general of the Council for Innovation and Education under the Prime Minister of Georgia. Irakli Kashibadze has demonstrated a history of working in the information technology, telecommunication, and innovation industries. Strong business development professional skilled in Business Planning, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation Management, Innovation Development, Management, and Start-ups. 10 years experience of working in Government in leading positions. The initiator of different state initiatives for Information Society, Innovation and Startup Ecosystem Development, and Broadband for All development.
P.S. One special note for you from Irakli about his *secret* collaboration is mentioned in my Telegram group :) DM me for the link.
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia #networking
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-15
About freedom, Taoism, and relativity of the borders for the Czech Vogue.
https://lnkd.in/dY_W-BvU
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-13
I will be back with the networking breakfasts in 2024 very soon!
Write down the 19th of Jan - the next date for our gathering.
I am now finalizing some last details 😎
You may expect an update from my side by Monday :)
I will provide you with the form, and hopefully, finally more details on the guest & topic.
I really miss the vibe and breakfasts a lot!
Looking forward to seeing you :)
#tbilisi #networking #breakfast
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-12
Finally! 💥
🏝️List of remote positions available [from my business partners] 😎
👨🏻💻Development-related:
Senior Backend Developer (Python + DevOps) [5000EUR+]
Middle Java Developer
Senior Java Developer
Senior DevOps Engineer [4800 EUR+]
Senior iOS Developer [4000EUR+]
System Analyst
API developer
Full Stack Developer (Java+Angular)
Solution Architect
Full Stack Developer (.Net+Angular)
Full-Stack (PHP+React.js) Developer
Senior AWS Administrator/DevOps Engineer (part-time)
👩🏻💼 Business / Marketing / Data-related:
Marketing Data Analyst (freelance 20h/mo)
German Speaking Performance Marketing Manager (part-time)
Business Analyst
Data Analyst [4000EUR+]
Would you like to find more information about any of the roles?
Send me an email to [email protected] with the subject of the role and provide your CV, experience with the role, and LinkedIn profile.
I'll be looking forward!
📸 Canggu, Bali, spring 2023 :)
#remotework #hiring
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-12
Consider relocation?
Don’t ask why people moved to a particular country - ask why they stayed.
However, introspect.
Always.
Don't try to move responsibility on other people.
#immigation #georgia #sakartvelo #migration #tips #migrate #capitalist #citizenship #residency
Samuela Davidová
2024-01-11
How Government Kills Trust Among People?
And does it?
I am back with my Talks with Sam that are running on YouTube.
I took a break to.. well, to be back.
It's a little genuine talk between 10 and 20 minutes.
And of course, it's biased with my media (and propaganda) studies and working with the marketing mindset for over 7 years, or whoever counts it...
Here I provide a little thought for your mind about what I call the 'community-based trust' vs the 'institution-based trust'.
What you can do yourself:
*move to a more community-based country;
*join a community you can trust & belong to;
*create such a community (or a country, which is not that easy, as you can see), yourself.
Cheers.
Talks with Sam | Individual Freedom
What you'd like to hear about next time?
Luv,
Sam
2023
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-25
We're out with Season 3 of Liberland in Georgia thanks to our collaboration with Girchi - more freedom and GirchiTV.
In this season, we will continue introducing Georgians who bring the country to the international level from the business perspective. With Alex Sudadze, Liberland e-resident, we spoke about the investment potential in Georgia, why it is an emerging market, and where he sees great opportunities to get involved - both in web3 and general business.
Alex is one of the first people in crypto in the country and we were happy we had him!
Do you have any related questions?
What other topics you'd love to learn more about?
We are looking forward to hearing from you.
https://lnkd.in/ddnKVtid
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-23
‘I think now there are more crypto exchanges than fiat exchanges in the Tbilisi streets’
The season 3 podcast kicked off with the episode with Alex Sudadze tomorrow on your favorite platforms ♥️
#sakartvelo #georgia #tbilisi #cryptocurrency
P.S. the startup helping companies to accept crypto we mention is Citypay.io
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-22
You MISSED A LOT of great insights today!
#2 networking breakfast with me in Tbilisi 🇬🇪 today with Colin M. Donohue was dedicated to the investors insights, value creation, product and company things and much more 🤯
We talked about why some people just don’t get money. We covered bootstrapping, startup scene, early stages, regional perspective, naivity, what are the most common drawbacks or why some projects get money pre-product and some just… don’t and shouldn’t.
It was very open, rational, straightforward and honest.
Totally loved the vibe, people and market insights.
Thank you everyone for coming and mark you calendars for the next morning gatherings:
12 Jan - topic to be announced
19 Jan - topic to be announced
26 Jan - on bottlenecks and benefits of remote hiring, building international teams, potential in hiring from the region
5 Feb - web3 industry from the region to the world, the competitiveness and potential of web3 in the industry
Each breakfast is different and gathers different guests & speakers.
I’m super satisfied about organizing this format and can’t wait for the next gatherings.
Is there something else you’d love to be covered? Let me know!
I’ll see you around!
DM me for the Telegram group link 😎
P.S. I started taking notes and you can await some of the insights in the next weeks!
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia #investment #networking
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-21
Yesterday we launched a new Liberland in Georgia 🇬🇪 podcast season n 3!
In the first episode, we discussed the crypto perspective and investment opportunities in Georgia, one of the emerging markets, from the point of view of Alex Sudadze, Digital Georgian and Cryptocurrency specialist.
We’re pleased to start our collaboration with Girchi • გირჩი - მეტი თავისუფლება with whom we signed the memorandum of understanding earlier this year. We are shooting at Girchi TV • გირჩი ტივი
At Liberland we believe this will bring more attention and investment to the country.
The podcast is ran by Samuela Davidova, our Representative to Georgia.
#liberland #georgia #investment #sakartvelo #georgia🇬🇪 #business #podcast #girchitv #girchimorefreedom
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-21
How to get hired and work with me? 🧐
I have one very specific criteria...
...
Just please...
Be genuine.
Be yourself.
Don't send me those 5-paragraph-gpt replies.
I don't read them.
I skim.
And I am not interested in the descriptions which say... nothing about you, your real hands-on experience [no, strong analytical skills are not telling me much] and who are you as a person.
Yes, I use AI to automate, simplify, draft. But in specific usecases.
You will still work with me.
I am strong, hard-working, fast, efficient, but...
I am still a HUMAN. 👧🏻
Cheers and more horses in 2024!
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-21
Last Liberland meetup of the year in 🇬🇪🚀
If you're curious about Liberland and are based in Georgia - this is your time to come.
I will see you on Monday Dec 25 at 8 pm at The Museum.
Please, RSVP at [email protected]
See you there!
#tbilisi #liberland #sakartvelo #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-20
I am excited to announce the speaker for this Friday networking breakfast!
Colin M. Donohue - Co-founder Global Innovation Dojo 🚀
Donohue has been involved in community-based development processes for over 2 decades, including work in sustainable development and startup ecosystem development. He has advised startups at Rev1 Ventures, Tech Growth Ohio, Ohio University Innovation Center and other US-based venture development organizations as well as training, mentoring, and advising startups in Georgia and the Caucasus.
Comment for the registration form and / or the Telegram group.
I will DM you.
This Friday.
10 AM - 12 PM
Only 8 more slots left 🚀
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia #caucasus
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-20
Back in the game 😎💅🏻
Season 3 of the Liberland in Georgia podcast soon on all your favorite platforms.
This time we discussed web3 evolvement in Georgia, and investment potential as one of the emerging markets from the perspective of Alex Sudadze, ‘Digital Georgian’ and Cryptocurrency Specialist.
Thank you, Girchi TV • გირჩი ტივი ♥️
What other topics you’d love to learn about Georgia 🇬🇪 ?
Let me know. I’ll be happy to bring the knowledge to you.
First hand.
Liberland
#liberland #sakartvelo #georgia #cryptocurrencies #web3
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-20
I’d love to invite you to our #2 networking breakfast in Tbilisi this Friday 10 am - 12 pm.
We will focus on the company investment perspective. This time, I’d love to gather both investors and C-levels interested into the investment. It’d be great to share both perspectives together at one table.
For registration, kindly use the 1-minute-to-fill-out form (DM me for it). 📩
Feel free to share the form with your friends and colleagues. Please mind, that the capacity is limited to 10-15 people.
I will update you with the location on your email in the next 24 hours after filling out the form.
If you can’t make it this time, feel free to join my Telegram group for the online networking and next events updates (no spam).
Thank you and hope to see you soon!
Best Regards,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-13
👇🏻 Be my Business & Marketing right-hand.
You’ll win if you:
*can and want to use CapCut and Canva;
*write non-generic content [yes, actually write, not prompt it];
*yet you seek ways to optimize, automate, and repurpose [it doesn't provide more value to write the same all over again to different people];
*are proactive and responsible; you do something at some deadline means you do it;
*are consistent [I am working on this as well];
*speak English, preferably Russian and Georgian.
What you’ll do:
*20h/week ~ 4 hours Mo-Fr you’ll prepare various formats to market Georgia-related services to the foreigners;
*I wish you were also capable connecting people as per the guideline;
*edit and prepare the site, presentations, descriptions, posts;
*text to the clients;
*manage social media;
*make *simple* video edits [here we use AI and knowledge];
*learn a lot in marketing thinking, content creation, business development. After working with me, if you want to move on, you can be a CMO or CEO in a flat-management company [startup / small to medium business]. Or start your own company. :)
Conditions:
*Hybrid: Sometimes you'll accompany me to my meetings, meetups, breakfasts, podcast shooting in Tbilisi. We will shoot some videos together. We do the rest async and remote.
*Beginning: ASAP
*You have your own laptop and phone.
*I pay you out 900 GEL for the first 3 months; then 1200 GEL; then it depends on your performance. You get $$ on the first day of the month (after the month you worked).
Interested?
DM me, a non-GPT message only. I want to hear *why* you want to get this job [beside you needing $$].
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-13
I just escaped what was holding me back so badly.
I was scared to name a simple thing:
My wants.
And going after them.
In reality, wanting is interconneting many areas:
*I want - I live;
*My wants are valid - I am valid;
*I am valid - others are valid;
*I express my wants without shame or guilt - I express myself;
*I inter-connect, collaborate - I accept and I give;
*I am satisfied with my wants and with what I get in life - everyone around is satisfied (suffering and pity isn't helping anyone much);
*I am confident about my wants - I am confident about myself;
*I CHOOSE what I want - I choose what I get - I choose what I want in life and that's what I keep there;
*I translate the world my wants - I translate myself the way I am and I know it's relevant;
*I don't keep what I don't want - what's not supposed to be there and who's not supporting it, goes away, itself;
*I value myself and my wants - others value myself and my wants.
I spent YEARS 'fixing' all the related issues:
*being 'humble' - in reality being scared to express myself, my wants, and my potential, as if it was something bad;
*fear to self-express;
*valuing myself 'enough', keeping it on others to value me as they perceived was 'right';
etc.
I still used to let others to choose what's 'right' for me in life, what I 'should' do, how I 'should' behave, what I 'should' want.
I had a little internal conflict, to understand TODAY, that...
... I can just want. Openly. And translate it to the world. And that it's alright (no matter the widely accepted assumption that your existence and wants are sort of invalid because they might not meet the social 'norms').
New things coming soon.
Very soon.
Photo: from Singapore a few weeks back.
What's your recent insight? 😈
DM Samuela Davidova
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-12
What is a startup community to Milan Lupač from Presto Ventures? (besides corporate socks & t-shirts) 😄
Milan got a point - I was lucky myself to meet some amazing people from the ecosystem - especially here in Georgia, over the past months.
I met many smart & bright people with outstanding ideas.
People who want to scale and grow.
And I love such a vibe!
I am happy to be now standing somewhere in-between;
interconnecting those who want to learn more about what's happening,
spreading awareness,
connecting people,
writing & speaking.
That's exactly what I achieved with the Liberland in Georgia podcast - more awareness on Georgia (& more cashflow to the country).
And I am happy to announce you can be looking forward to three things in the near future:
*networking breakfasts organized by me (especially if you plan coming to the country in the future - JOIN us);
*more shorts (like this one) from the previous two seasons;
*new podcast season - starting next week.
And maybe something more 😈
TL;DR: I will be happy to assist you if you're curious about:
*relocating to Georgia 🇬🇪
*buying real-estate in Georgia (even remotely)
*opening bank account in Georgia (remotely too!)
*relocating your company, providing accounting & other babysitting
*understanding local startup investment opportunities, connecting you with the top voices you *want to* know (will be happy to accompany you personally :)
I'll see you in Tbilisi 🇬🇪
#sakartvelo #georgia #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-08
We did it!
The first ever Networking Breakfast with Sam in Tbilisi 🇬🇪 & our special guest Giorgi Avaliani is over!
And from the feedback and many people missing out for the short notice / busy calendars - I know, that it wasn't the last one 😈
This time we ate well and discussed the branding thinking, as well as some crypto-related practices because of today's audience.
If you want to make sure you don't miss the next one [mark your calendars for the next Friday 10am-12pm *now*], I created a Telegram channel where you may introduce yourself & I will share once the new registration form will be out.
It's really refreshing to meet both new & known people and discuss various areas. I've learned and had fun :)
I love to create something I'd love to use / attend on my own - and I am happy to see I wasn't the only one.
See you next time!
With love,
Sam
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-07
🌟 Exciting Breakfast Gathering Alert in Tbilisi! 🌐 Join us tomorrow for an exclusive breakfast session on "Branding in 2024 - Standing Out: A Must-Know Perspective for C-Levels." 🚀
📅 Date: Tomorrow
🕗 9:30 - 11:30
📍 Location: Bazari Orbeliani
🔗 Link for registration - https://shorturl.at/gzDRX
👩🏻💻 Host: Samuela Davidova
Get ready for a deep dive into the dynamic world of branding, tailored for C-level executives. Gain invaluable insights on how to make your brand shine in 2024 and beyond. 🌈✨
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-07
What am I looking at? 👀
That's the Georgian medicine - chacha - in the creative realization by Giorgi Avaliani from top branding agency Holy Motors and *tomorrow*, we'll be meeting in the morning for the first Networking Breakfast with Sam!
Besides networking, I plan to invite a special guest for each gathering. This time, it will be George! We will talk about branding for 2024 and I am obviously curious myself as I do the branding for a country, right? 😁 And for myself :)
Full Program:
9.30 - 10.00 Networking, coffee & tea, chat, gathering
10.00 Introduction by Sam + we order
10.05 - 10.20 Introduction of each participant [get ready some 1 min pitch]
10.20 - 10.40 You eat + Sam & Giorgi interview
10.40 - 10.50 Q&A
10.50 - 11.30 Networking
The times are in AM, and I know it's early for Georgia, but if you are willing to make it, DM me for a simple Google form :)
P.S. If you can't make it, I highly recommend at least our interview about standing out (very up-to-date, even more than at the time of shooting) - simply search for 'Liberland in Georgia' on your favorite podcast platform.
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-05
If I can't find what I want or need, I...
...
Create it.
And because I like:
*people
*Georgia
*food and especially long breakfasts
*public speaking and interviews
*quality networking & valuable events
Soooooo,
I am proudly announcing to start of organizing networking breakfasts in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
The first one will kick off this Friday morning 9.30-11.30 am.
Besides networking, you can expect a great discussion with our special guest, Giorgi Avaliani, on branding in 2024 for C-levels. I can't wait to discuss some current insights! I understand that branding is more about the mindset you want to have for the company as a whole, not a spare area. You may also watch / listen to our great discussion on standing out on YouTube / Spotify / your favorite platform under 'Liberland in Georgia' too if you want to learn something today already :)
However, live is live 🙃
Want to join us?
DM me for the registration form.
I am super excited about this. I am sure we will be meeting in many soon, regularly, different people 😈
This event is focused on the C-levels [will have the priority for applying].
Slots are limited, I want it nice & beautiful & quality, so only up to 15 pax. Location provided upon rsvp selection.
Can't wait!
#networking #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-04
The first networking breakfast in Tbilisi 🇬🇪 with Sam [that's me] is here 🥂
I'll see you this Friday before the Touch Summit. 🤝🏻
Besides networking, during your 🍳, I will speak to the special guest Giorgi Avaliani about branding for 2024 & how to stand out with a focus on the C-level audience.
Want to join us?
The seats are limited.
Register now: https://lnkd.in/dYdsqCV9
The location will be provided only to approved participants. More info is in the form description.
Questions?
DM me.
More networking breakfasts every week or two are coming! 🚀
#tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-02
I was scared to leave IT, but it was one of the best decisions I've made over the past year.
We tend to do careers that are considered 'right', but deep inside, we may feel, that it's not that authentic to ourselves.
I loved math, ciphers, and such stuff since I was little.
Entering IT back at the end of 2019 was a great step. And I was lucky to join DataPacket.com back then. I've learned a lot. And I gave away a lot as well.
IT is a great industry where you can progress pretty quickly. In three years, I grew my 'income' about 2.5x, worked on various projects, and constantly learned different tools.
I know that leaving it doesn't mean I am losing something.
To the contrary:
Every transition means you're broadening your wider perspective. You bring the skills learned in the previous industry to the new one.
What have I learned in IT?
*even more async, remote collaboration
*learning from each other in the team
*product thinking
*communicate with technical people (mainly men), being more direct (shorter texts without the corporate BS)
*ALWAYS asking if unsure
*if you don't know how to do it, learn it
*most likely, there's been already someone in the world, who had the same issue. Find it out.
And of course, some tech principles, how the internet and world works - from a new perspective.
No one will ever take it away from me.
Yet, by leaving, I got involved in
1/ A way bigger project with a higher impact, and a way more authentic to me
2/ more freelancing / entrepreneurship opportunities I created myself, which are more scalable, making me feel more secure, creative, and satisfied. And I will focus on these even more.
I was scared, because 'income', despite the manday-based feels more predictable, and thus, secure.
Yet, I prefer scalability, 'instability', where I have a direct impact on the result.
It's frightening, but it made me grow 3x in 6 months.
I'll never look back.
And I send you the courage to follow *your* way. Just accept it might take some time. All is well. You got it.
With love from Melbourne,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-02
Another day, another Liberland meetup.
First time in Baku 🇦🇿
It was amazing, thank you everyone for coming. 🌟
Now I plan to be focused on Georgia 🇬🇪 and I can’t wait to meet you at some of the networking breakfasts 🍳💫
Want to join? DM me.
I’ll see you around.
#speaker #publicspeaking
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-01
Tbilisi 🇬🇪
I’m planning to organize regular weekly breakfast gatherings to network.
Interested to join? Co-host?
DM me.
I’ll keep you in the loop. :)
P.S. is 10 am too early? 🙃
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-01
Another day, another great Liberland meetup ♥️
A great presentation for our supporters in Baku, Azerbaijan 🇦🇿.
Thank you all for coming!
#baku #azerbaijan
Samuela Davidová
2023-12-01
I changed my approach and it has changed everything.
I don't pitch my services first.
I started listening.
I started asking questions.
I started asking about people's problems.
Then I either seek the intersection between their problems and the services I already provide,
OR
I offer the possible solution and CREATE the service. This should, of course, meet my expertise, contacts, and previous experience.
However,
I stopped overthinking it.
I don't need to have two degrees just to resolve a problem of the person.
Nor do I have to have 10 years of corporate experience sitting on the same chair as if it meant growth.
It's a way simpler:
I understand my value.
And I provide value to people, in exchange for value (mostly money).
I don't compete.
I only offer what's authentic and relevant to me.
And instead of showing off my cards first, I listen to people and resolve their problems;
Rather than trying to pursue and fit them into my fixed 'solution' which wouldn't really help them.
I await your thoughts in the comments ~ especially from the more experienced #entrepreneur s :)
📸 back from Melbourne, AU 🇦🇺 three weeks ago :) ~ exploring the town before having the meeting at the Parliament.
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-28
🇦🇿 I couldn't miss the InMerge Innovation Summit in the next few days as the Liberland Representative to the neighboring Georgia 🇬🇪 and the Press Secretary for the globe. 🌎
And, also, as a sort of Marketing Strategist [we indeed sit on far too many chairs as in other flat, low-government structures 😎], I couldn't forget to organize a little gathering this Friday! 🥂
DM me and join us to discuss Liberland and how we may collaborate in the region. Some great things have already been done in Georgia 🤝🏻
I'll see you around.
#baku #azerbaijan #azerbaycan #azerbai̇jan #баку
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-27
I used to wish the world was different
Then I understood I’ll be endlessly suffering if I’ll insist - and so will everyone else.
The only way the would could have been is the way it is and I can’t change others, their perspectives, desires, behavior. I can’t want others to be different.
I’ve started seeing the world realistically once I accepted it. And once I started focusing on my own development and change, instead of the change of others.
In reality, that’s what has the only working impact:
To teach without teaching
To do without doing
(Tao)
The best change you can give to the world is only one:
You.
Photo: a bit of flow from Da Lat, Vietnam 🇻🇳 with love
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-21
I seek a part time marketing assistant for the Georgia 🇬🇪 related project. You’ll be my right hand and learn a lot. I wish you had already some experience though.
You’ll win if you:
*can use CapCut and Canva
*write non-generic content
*are proactive and responsible; you do something at some deadline means you do it
*speak English, Russian and have a Georgian insight
What you’ll do:
*20h/week ~ 4 hours Mo/Fr you’ll prepare various formats to market Georgia-related services to the foreigners
*I wish you were also capable connecting people as per the guideline
*edit the site / presentations
Conditions:
*First one month: hybrid. I want to meet at the beginning a few times in Tbilisi. Then remote as best.
*Beginning: December
*You have your own laptop and phone
*I pay you out 900 GEL for the first two months; then 1200 GEL; then it depends on your performance. You get $$ on the first day of the month (after the month you worked).
Interested?
DM me, a non-GPT message only.
#sakartvelo #georgia #opportunity
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-20
30 degrees on; A/C turbo fan on; Christmas vibe on;
Saigon mission goes well.
#vietnam
Liberland
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-20
Investors: ‘I’m curious only about really outstanding and game changing projects.’
My pitch: ‘We’re building a country’
It was great to attend the VNTR Capital in Singapore 🇸🇬! I’m looking forward to opening the Liberland chapter in 2024.
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-20
Was happy to be there!
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-19
The VNTR Capital Investors Roundtable in Singapore was a remarkable gathering, bringing together local and visiting investors during Singapore FinTech Festival. Our VNTR Chapter Directors Singapore, Seh Harn G. and Janet Lee, together with VNTR Venture Partner, Joash Lee, and VNTR Ambassador, Jay Koh🔹许晋瑜, orchestrated an interactive roundtable, bringing together the VC community of Singapore.
Thank you, our partners:
*aelf
*Carta
*Trigger
*Venture Capital Network Pte Ltd
You can view pictures from Investors Roundtable here: https://lnkd.in/dQqbjCxM.
Join the VNTR Platform https://app.vntr.vc/ and learn more about membership https://lnkd.in/gv9_2hjk.
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-17
I especially enjoy learning from others.
Either you think you already know everything, or you are learning and progressing. There’s a beauty in the curious people who’re hungry to learn.
I’ll never retire - from life.
#singapore #talks
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-17
with Ameerali Abdeali and Samuela Davidova in Singapore
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-17
with Samuela Davidova in Singapore discussing the application of ProofEasy for government institutions and security agencies... conversation started in Dubai and continuing here
Ashissh Pattel
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-16
Happy to share a few words about Liberland and our efforts in Georgia 🇬🇪 and in the world at the VNTR Capital meetup in Singapore 🇸🇬.
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-16
Singapore based meetups views be like
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-15
*living where you are treated well
Optionality for life.
❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-15
Cheers Sydney!
Anyone in Singapore 🇸🇬, Jakarta or Ho Chi Minh in the next days? :)
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-14
No one believed in it.
I remember telling the first times ‘we build a country and we want a recognition as best’.
I remember a former colleague bullying me I represent a ‘nonexistent country’.
While he’s still sitting at the same seat, I traveled the world and met governmental representatives. I advise policy makers on visa regulations. I not only question the status quo, I set it.
I don’t fight - I create.
People travel from other cities, countries and continents (!) to meet me.
There are people who believe into me and into what I doing - and then there are those who don’t.
I learned one thing:
You must get rid of those who don’t believe into you; then you start scaling.
That’s it.
Go and do all the crazy things you wanted. The time is now. Surround yourself with likeminded people.
Be.
You got this.
:)
P.S. our ‘crazy country’ just got another recognition and new citizens. 😘
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-14
It was great meeting John Ruddick today at the NSW Parliament in Sydney for Liberland 🤝🏻
We are very hopeful about our future mission in Australia 🇦🇺
#liberland
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-14
I tried the automated bag drop first time in Australia 🇦🇺:) let’s see how it works ☝🏻
I loved it!
I think I noticed this in the emirates already, but this is the first time I tried that :)
Pretty straightforward!
Have you tried it? Did you like it? Would you use it?
I am happy for the automation of the monkey work when the people can use their potential to something better 😊
Curious about your thoughts.
#automation #progress #australia #bag #airport #melbourne
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-13
Usually I don’t do meetings, but when it’s in the Victorian parliament in Australia 🇦🇺… I made an exception.
🙃
#melbourne #australia #liberland #presssecretary
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-11
🇦🇺 Melbourne, AU 🇦🇺
tonight & tomorrow
We also have a little gathering tonight - feel free to join as it works better for you :)
We have a booking tonight:
6:30pm this Saturday evening (tonight, 11 Nov)
The Firehouse
253-257 Maroondah Hwy,
Ringwood Vic 3134
Upon entry head to the Garage Bar
Also tomorrow (Sunday 12 Nov) I’ll organize a small gathering at the office at 8 pm:
Address: 11a Goodson st Doncaster 3108 Vic Melbourne
#liberland
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-08
I stopped communicating remote work.
Not that I wouldn't agree with remote work values anymore, or that I'd changed my lifestyle.
To the contrary.
It's a no-brainer.
I realised there are either people who act and deliver, and then those who seek 'why not', 'why it's difficult' and 'why it's not possible'. [I know it's difficult, but you either believe you can make it or not.]
You know - I like taoism.
I fight without fighting.
If you want to embrace remote work (and get more optionality, opportunities, and freedom; while also accepting responsibility for your own life) - go for it.
If you don't want to - that's fine too. You might be good where you are now.
All the rest is BS.
That's it.
I like to live.
I like to work.
And I like to be the manager of my time & space & life - otherwise someone else is.
Are you willing to be responsible for what stays in your life and what goes?
Go.
❤️
With love from Georgia 🇬🇪,
Sam
#remotework #freedom
[I know, long time no hearing from me. What you'd love me to update me on? I am now focusing more on the business side of things, making people relocate themselves or their businesses to Georgia, or get here the real estate, or remote workers... Or I help broadening the freedom of people through exploring other pro-freedom locations. And I do marketing for the freest country in the world, which takes a bit of time, uh.
Now I want to hear you - text me or comment how you've been and what you'd love to hear or learn from me. Love.]
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-07
'How many months will you be in Australia?'
'About a week'
Pace of my life...
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-07
🦘Australia 🇦🇺
I'm coming!
10-13 Nov Melbourne
13-15 Nov Sydney
Want to meet?
Text at [email protected]
or DM.
#liberland #sydney #australia #melbourne
I am open to the interviews / media meetings / libertarian meetings / making a speech / presentation.
Samuela Davidová
2023-11-02
A little throwback to New Delhi, India 🇮🇳
Building nation and managing the marketing is fun ~ the word ‘possible’ got a new degree: now in making of the conference communication held in two weeks.
Go 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-26
Excited to join you online and learn about the updates on the local startup scene. 🚀
Curious about an emerging region?
Join as well to not miss out 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-25
Today I had a great chance meeting Giorgi Avaliani from h0lymotors, Georgia-based creative agency that really knows how to stand out.
I guess next time, I’ll already meet them abroad since they plan to expand.
If you need corporate rebranding, or branding strategy, you are welcome - guys now have some more capacity left. 🦋
If you want to understand why I’m so ‘wow’, check their recent projects, or my Liberland in Georgia Podcast with George (at your favorite platform). ✌🏻
I feel proud too see such talented people here!
#sakartvelo #georgia #tbilisi #dubai #cmo #marketing #branding #creation
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-24
I seek a personal assistant for my friend (diplomatic and investment meetings, professional).
The willingness to travel a lot required. Professional attitude, fluent English (other languages preferred) able to communicate, organize things, asking questions, seeking information, proactive. The stronger the passport, the better, but even Georgian 🇬🇪 would be fine.
If I was younger, I’d totally go for this. Amazing connections, opportunity to see the world, and get open doors literally anywhere.
Interested? DM something relevant about yourself (no generic ChatGPT text)
#hiring #sakartvelo #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-24
The more I say ‘no’ to people who want to be pleased, begged, or who make me explain myself; the more I create valuable, scalable, long term, voluntary and two-sided relationships, and partnerships. (Business, friends and love-vise.)
:)
To bring something to the table, it must be clean and empty first.
What’s your favorite recent insight?
#tbilisi #breakfast #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-24
I seek a supplier to create flag pins with the relief (wavy design). 5-10k. Standard 10x15mm.
Preferred distribution from Georgia 🇬🇪, Turkey 🇹🇷, or even Asia can do.
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-24
Join us for an exclusive virtual pitch session on October 26th, where you'll have the opportunity to explore the most promising startups in the region and seize exceptional investment opportunities.
Connect with visionary entrepreneurs, delve into disruptive technologies, and position yourself on the forefront of innovation
Register: https://lnkd.in/dhiWTv8m
#VentureCapital #InvestmentOpportunities #StartupPitch #JoinTheFuture #StartupCentralEurasia
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-24
I was frightened to leave the IT industry four months ago.
It’s been one of the best decisions I made - I stopped fighting and I started doing what’s easy to me, what people need and I love to help with.
I’m very good at networking and seems I had a very good feeling for people. I found the right ones in Georgia - and I created a great network of reliable suppliers (some things I do in-house; like we open bank accounts ourselves, but we have very good connections which creates a great competitive advantage - like you text to the C levels of the bank when you or the client encounters an issue… :D).
I haven’t even marketed it yet, since I’m so busy with Liberland marketing, but people come to me anyway for:
*real estate purchase assistance
*relocation & rental services
*remote bank account opening (it’s one of the best bankings in the world with easy conditions for foreigners to diversify their banking)
*remote company (branch) opening
*investments in the emerging market (startups, mining, other projects in place here)
And seems soon I’ll start with a program for retirement in Georgia (maybe is there someone from the government with whom we could arrange some nice conditions? How about a new residency program?) 💅🏻
Well, once I finish replying to messages (working), I’ll go and read - mr Jung awaits me.
Love everyone from Georgia 🇬🇪❤️
A true love - the more I know, the more I accept, the deeper we get together.
#georgia #relocation #planb #banking #diversify
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-18
Choose which problems in your life you want.
The ultimate problem solving solution 🙃
What you’re not changing you are choosing.
Be responsible and The Freeist ♥️👸🏻🦋
#problemsolving
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-14
I start my return to Dubai 🇦🇪 a bit slow - winding off in Al Barari
Doesn’t even look like Dubai, right?
Exactly what I needed before getting back to the process of managing the marketing&communication for the country-in-progress. 🦋👸🏻
I see you on Tuesday at the VNTR Capital roundtable in the morning and at the Web3 MeshMeet by CLS in the evening ✈️
Any other side events not to miss on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday?
#dubai #uae #web3 #cryptocurrency
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-13
Thank you India 🇮🇳 for the hospitality.
It’s been a ride these three days!
Now it’s time to go though ✈️ back to Dubai 🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪
Anyone around?
I see you at the VNTR Capital Roundtable on Tuesday!
#dubai #uae
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-13
Speaking today at Marwah Studios in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India 🇮🇳
Looking forward to attract more Liberlanders for Liberland
Aww.
#india #cat #interview
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-12
Thank you for having me 😊
Greetings from New Delhi, India 🇮🇳
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-11
Sparkle ✨ in the eyes @ DeGameFi in Georgia 🇬🇪
❤️
#sakartvelo #georgia #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-10
Excited to give an interview today at Girchi TV with Vit Jedlicka and Tinatin Bolokadze about Liberland and how we can help in Georgia 🇬🇪
😊
Thanks for having us!
#liberland #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-10
We have tons of new clients now for the remote bank account opening in Georgia 🇬🇪
No surprise - people want to:
1/ have a good bank account - and they choose from the best around the world
2/ diversify their bank accounts among different countries in secure jurisdictions
3/ get a good service - and SOLO accounts from Bank of Georgia provide more than just a ‘good’ service with your personal banker on-demand 😉
4/ enjoy 4 default currencies with crypto-friendly conditions (more currencies on demand)
5/ acquire extra benefits among the airport lounges, 0% atm withdrawal and such 😎
Curious about opening the SOLO account?
DM me or text us at [email protected]
https://lnkd.in/d-iuErqG
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-09
✅ to organize a meetup in less than 55 hours with a support from local community, 40+ people coming from all around the world - check.
Thank you everyone, was happy to have you.
I’ve never felt that supported by everyone in my life.
Luv.
Liberland Vit Jedlicka
#tbilisi #liberland #meetup #event #management #eventmanagement #magicondemand
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-08
Organize a meetup in less than 55 hours ?
Is it possible?
Crazy.
Fingers crossed to me.
And those in Tbilisi, come by to Terminal Towers at 6.30 PM.
The president is here :)
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-07
Join us tomorrow with Vit Jedlicka in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
https://lnkd.in/dm7eAevj
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-06
Tbilisi! I organize a special meetup this Sunday! 🇬🇪
Come and meet us
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-04
I cannot believe it's already happening!
This weekend, 7-8 Oct, starts the largest web3-related event in the wider region, the DeGameFi conference! 🇬🇪
If you are curious about the web3-related scene in Georgia, how it evolved, and where it got, check my interview with the founder and organizer of the DeGameFi community and conference himself, Mikheil Didebulidze. 🚀
I cannot wait to see you all!
The interview:
https://lnkd.in/dvq64Fpq
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-04
Heading to Delhi in a week for the Greatest Entrepreneurs and Educators - women leading in education and entrepreneurship - Award.
See you in India 🇮🇳
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-02
Regular self development trainings: quit drinking, control yourself and be disciplined.
Osipov’s Metamorphosis: ok, so 4 work hours 4 days a week, 2 months off a year, one party a week, either attended or organized and one date a week. 30 days of beauty, 30 days of being a kid to your parents and… in the first place:
STOP thinking and start feeling your emotions.
🙃🙃🙃
Day 5 of the best year in my life.
360 left.
#dubai #selfdevelopment #growth
Samuela Davidová
2023-10-02
You know what happens if you stop replying everyone right away?
People start resolving things themselves ♥️
Hi from Dubai.
Take care of yourself first.
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-26
Tomorrow starts a week that costs me ~ 5000$.
I decided to start the best year in my life this way - attending Metamorphosis by Petr Osipov in Dubai. 🇦🇪
And then continuing to work on myself in a group of 10 new close people for the whole year.
[and I believe in a year I’ll say ‘that’s just the beginning’]
I’m scared of both not fulfilling my potential AND fulfilling it. It feels frightening. As if going big, aiming higher, would be shameful.
I don’t know what will really happen.
I’m sure about one thing though: life will never be as it used to be. I won’t see the world the same way.
See you in Dubai [and then Tbilisi, Bali, Bangkok, Australia, US ? Who knows.]
Once I used to work at one soft skills academy with a simple motto: Aim higher.
#tbilisi #aimhigher #go #georgia #sakartvelo #scooter #drive #lady #woman #тбилиси #грузия #сакартвело
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-20
Is it a bank or a lounge? 🌝
With Pavol Luptak and Liberation.travel we are opening remotely the bank accounts at SOLO now for a discounted price of 997€.
Airport lounges, personal banker, multiple currency account, crypto friendliness, flawless process.. we got you covered :)
📩 [email protected]
We found the best deal in the world and now we offer it with the smoothest process we could manage. That’s kind of it 🙃
Global opportunism at its best.
#solo #georgia #banking #bank #bog #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-17
Your Favorite Liberland / Individual Freedom / DeGameFi Conference [web3 conference 7-8 Oct] Girl is in Bangkok!
Hit me up if you want to catch up on Monday Sep 18.
♥️
#bkk #bangkok #thailand #web3 #libertarian #crypto
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-14
Life can change in a matter of minutes, hours, days.
Flip around by 180 degrees.
Here you are.
Doing the right or wrong actions alters where we get.
Recently, I started doing (as it seems) the right actions toward my direction (individual freedom).
I went to the right places on earth (not in your village);
I met the right people in the right place (because of my effort);
And I started seeing the opportunities for how I can value myself in a new way (not that I'd learn anything new, but just saw a new angle of my value).
I do not believe we need something extra new to succeed.
We only need to understand what we already know,
who we already are today,
and what people need.
I am a libertarian-for-life - freedom lover, doer, thinker, speaker.
I go where I am treated best (and I re-evaluate it regularly).
I see what global opportunities are around the world.
Is there anything I can help you out with?
DM me.
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-13
I meet the sunset in Thailand,
You work in the office.
We’re different.
❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-13
The biggest recent progress?
Network.
People.
I try to understand what value I can bring people, which problems I can help resolving. And I do that!
Thoughts?
Feel free to DM me!
I’ll be happy to be in touch.
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-13
I adjust my schedule to my life,
not vice versa.
🏝 Krabi, Thailand - a great place to work, eat good & cheap food, have nice weather, infrastructure, and nature. Anyone around?
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-13
Do you need freedom from place and time? ⏰
🌎 Everything I do is location-independent 👩🏻💻
- For the bank account opening in Georgia, I have two reliable professional colleagues on the spot.
- For marketing and PR of Liberland, I don't need approval, so I execute and deliver as I go when I want to.
- For the relocation services to Georgia, I have a network of high-skilled individuals, who are capable of delivering the service to the client.
- For public speaking, I only do so when I want to and where I want to. I wouldn't travel to another country for a conference or event I wouldn't be interested in.
- For the writing, I can do it anytime anywhere. Same for the courses, webinars, or mentorships (long time no see, right? Curious to learn something from me? Let me know in the comments.)
Why does it matter? 👇🏻
1/ My approach is something totally normal for some part of people. We need to be on the move, otherwise, we feel dead, frustrated, tense. Now I physically couldn't go 'back'. It's not my place. My way of life.
2/ I know that I can have holidays or time off not on the weekend, but when I want to.
Like tomorrow.
3/ I see more daylight, enjoy more sun, and gym, because I adjust my schedule to my life, not vice versa.
4/ I know I am free anytime and anywhere I go - I don't stay too long if I don't feel like it, or I just prolong the stay, if I want to.
I am not limited by artificial endings.
I create them myself.
5/ This is the ULTIMATE plan B - you're not scared to go, because your life-default is to go where you'll feel better. That leads to never-ending introspection and understanding how you feel, what you want, and executing it.
Period.
What's your favorite plan B hack?
The Freeist
Hi from Krabi, Thailand
#thefreeist #freedom #planb #remotework #nomad #nomadcapitalist #digitalnomad #remoteworker #hack #tip #life #balance
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-12
Trying not to burn out?
Travel with your colleague to make sure you fail.
❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-12
"Networking is not collecting contacts. It's planting relationships."
In networking, quality is more important than quantity. The quality of your relationships with your contacts is more important than the number of contacts you have. Create meaningful connections by getting to know people, establishing trust, and building rapport. It is these relationships that will provide the greatest benefit in the long run.
LinkedIn is a great tool for me to build meaningful professional relationships and to thrive in my career as a cybersecurity professional. As a professional, I encourage you to develop meaningful relationships with other like-minded individuals within your field. Building a successful career and personal life begins with this principle.
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-09
I was so scared no one will come 😱
But
I’m the end some 60+ people came to our Liberland meetup in Kuala Lumpur at the prestigious Sky51 bar at EQ.
It was beautiful!
Thank you everyone and all the guests, mostly from the Nomad Capitalist Live conference, for coming!
❤️
Proudly,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-08
'Georgia 🇬🇪 is one of the most emerging markets for real estate 🏠 investments. Our clients make big returns on buying new properties and renting them out.'
- the Real Estate Investment expert from Nomad Capitalist, live at their annual conference 🎤
I was shocked when I found out the prices in Georgia for real estate. 😶
It's a country where you can get a new flat for as low as 40k$.
Yes.
Incredible, right?
In combination with
+ very favorable taxes (one of the lowest in the world);
+ residency opportunity (for real estate investment from 100k$+);
+ amazing conditions in the country for foreigners (food, nature, people,...);
+ ease of doing business;
+ crypto-friendliness - you can buy a real estate with cryptocurrencies as well;
This is a really great deal.
But I know some people didn't have a good experience.
Why?
You still gotta know where to buy.
The emerging locations.
And what to avoid.
I was super lucky to get to know some very good specialists in the country backed by real estate lawyers assistance. Feel free to DM me, if that's of your interest. I'll be happy to connect you.
Georgia is a great Plan B solution 🇬🇪
We see you there! 🙃
#georgia #sakartvelo #realestate #investment
📸 Tbilisi, Chavchavadze street
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-07
Armenia 🇦🇲
Cooperation 🤝🏻 seeking
Do I have anyone here?
I am considering visiting Yerevan and speaking about the business opportunities | possible cooperation | opening of bank accounts there | residencies by investment management.
Let's connect!
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-07
Bucket list moments.
Attending the Nomad Capitalist Live conference with my Liberland colleagues.
Where else to be in the world to talk about Plan B, dual citizenship, and freedom?
❤️
Anyone around?
#kualalumpur #malaysia #nomadcapitalist
Samuela Davidová
2023-09-05
Quickly made it to the Surge Summit - good luck with the organization Sanya Kumari!
And already on my way to the airport to Nomad Capitalist Live in Kuala Lumpur ✈️ with Liberland 🕊️
Cannot wait for all the likeminded people there!
Anyone around?
Hit me up and let’s meet!
#malaysia #kualalumpur #dualcitizenship #nomadcapitalist
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-31
Wow!
I am attending the Nomad Capitalist live conference next week in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia as the Liberland Press Secretary!
If you'd love to have a talk there, DM me!
Looking forward to meeting all our Liberlandian citizens and future citizens there 😍 We will also organize a Liberlandian meetup on the 8th 🚀
And of course, hope to see you all at DeGameFi in October 💅🏻
#liberland #presssecretary #press #media #mediarelations #libertarian #kualalumpur #malaysia #investment #passport #freedom
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-28
A few words on questioning own potential and opportunities, not going to pension in 28, and intentionally creating a crisis in life instead of waiting till it falls apart itself [and getting used to the destroyed, unsatisfactory life as many do].
#growth
https://lnkd.in/dG_4Gdh8
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-27
I will aim to move from one day off a week to 3-4 days off a week. I need to learn to 'do nothing' to understand what I love the most.
I enjoy far too many things and I am hyperactive, it's hard to distinguish.
What do you want to reach from the life-work balance perspective? [I intentionally put 'life' first]
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-24
I am turning 28! 🥹
Last year has been a crazy ride ahead.
🎤 I spoke at the Ayn Rand Center, for Students for Liberty, Georgian American University, New Economics School, the UTXO conference in Prague, and many other meetups about freedom or self-development; in Chiang Mai, Phuket, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh, Prague, and Tbilisi - and I'd even do more if I really wanted. There were weeks of several presentations every week - now I have taken a little holiday and promise I will be back. I miss it.
🎙 I got my podcast Liberland in Georgia: I showed Georgian 🇬🇪 Business perspective to entrepreneurs from all around the world and I was contacted by many people who are considering relocation, or investment into the country: or those who already acted.
🏝 Location-independent work enabled me to travel the world the way I wanted. And I promise myself, I will travel even more anytime I will feel like it.
👩🏻💼 I left my IT job and the industry in general. I broaden my web3 connections - my niche is Individual freedom and I believe the blockchain enables it [among other things]. I've never felt so much on 'my place'. I diversified my income and I will work towards full entrepreneurship without dependence on any particular source of income.
🫡 I ended my 'Remote Girl' narrative. I communicate freedom. Those who want to embrace it will understand. I made thousands of people around the world go crazy about living their lives and embracing a fuller potential. These interconnect - and you bet I will be loud about this.
I know some of you are following my posts and how things go on my end - I truly value it. Thank you all for your support over the years. You bet the upcoming year will be even more on 🔥
P.S. If you want to buy me something, then buy me a book, and I will choose some on my own :) Thank you! https://lnkd.in/eRFvbUVT
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-23
Can you really be alone?
Be clear about your self-perception & who you want to be and purchase my personal branding course right now:
https://lnkd.in/dryJ9Nzf
I am looking forward to your thoughts in the comments.
How long haven't you been with yourself?
And why?
What holds you back?
What scares you?
#growth #individualfreedom #individual #samueladavidova #selfhelp #selfdevelopment #development #thinker #thoughts #alone #whoyouare
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-22
I promise myself:
1. I will not work after 9 pm.
2. I will not take work to bed.
3. I will not work with clients I do not want to.
4. I will not work on projects that don't get me where I want to be.
5. I will be more aware of my time and effort: I will increase the value of my time and not do free-of-charge collaborations.
6. I will do my best to fulfill my potential in the niche that's authentic, fun, easy for me and people need it. I believe that my place is in Individual Freedom.
7. I won't be working on things that aren't authentic to me and I do not enjoy.
8. I will outsource more and trust more. Yet, I will be clear about the objectives and to-be-done. We cannot outsource the meaning of life ~ and the meaning of our business :)
9. I won't outsource the creation of my blog and content - I want it to be real, coming from my experience, and authentic to the real me.
10. I will start the day with *my* things, with no compromises:
a. book reading;
b. sports;
c. self-care (skincare, nice shower, choosing the best dresses, good breakfast);
d. my projects that require the most focus for the next 2-3 hours and I classify as a priority [especially writing].
Then comes everything else.
11. I won't work on someone else and I do not want to be employed because it is not scalable and doesn't let me learn and grow as I could.
12. I will spend more time in nature and see more daylight.
These are called boundaries.
Knowing what I want.
Decision making.
This list comes from:
a. What I do not want in my life anymore [I know what right now isn't making me satisfied].
b. Knowing where I want to be and identifying the tools to get there.
Making a compromise in these is making a compromise on myself.
It's not an option.
Go.
#growth
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-21
In the past 10 years, I grew my hourly rate 50 times.
And sometimes even more: There are days when I make the average Central European monthly salary in one single day.
I didn’t grow my hourly rate because I’d get a rise for working 10 years in the same industry or the same company. If I would do so, then I’d maybe get up to 4 times more.
This is how we learned to think:
I start at X$ and in 3 years, I will get more skills and get double the rate. Especially if I change the company to another one; or,
I get a professional and by 40, I will get 2–4 times more than when I started when I was 20.
And the status.
Maybe I will be C-level and that sounds good.
Or I will have my comfortable known seat in the office.
Nope.
I didn’t do this.
I grew because I changed industries, I learned different principles and I started thinking differently. I started investing in myself. I became more agile and when I felt it was time to go, I went.
You’re happy if you get a 10% rise a year.
I want to grow 10 times within the next one year.
Would employment allow me this?
No.
What to do then?
I have to build my own castle. Find my own path. Do what’s authentic and easy for me and understand how my multidisciplinary knowledge can help others.
And if I want to scale, I gotta hire and trust.
More than ever, I gotta be good:
*decision maker
*be clear about my objectives and goals
*doer — trying different hypotheses, execute, and then alter as-I-go
Besides, I realized I gotta believe it’s doable.
Just imagining such growth is overwhelming.
But, can I imagine my life during and after such growth?
What would it look like?
And there I realized that it also feels scary — as if we were afraid as if it was shameful to want more, to name what we want.
But no.
It’s totally alright:
we’ve never had so many opportunities to freely grow ourselves and our income.
When digging deeper, I’ve realized that all these feelings of shame and fears aren’t mine:
It’s the adults who surrounded me when I was little.
And to them, indeed, growth was fearful:
It meant to stand out.
To not be normal.
And most likely everything they had to be taken from them.
But that’s not the reality anymore.
I understand where I stand now,
who I am today,
and where I want to be.
And I’d never given up on my potential.
That’s my goal,
my desire,
my aim.
I believe finding our own place, finding our own way — that’s the essence, the secret we gotta figure out. Ourselves — it cannot be outsourced.
And then, commit ourselves to live it.
To commit ourselves to ourselves.
Will you?
#growth
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-18
I felt a bit stuck recently since I got overwhelmed with responsibilities for Liberland marketing and there are tons of things happening - everything is super agile, and I cannot outsource it much. [and human touch is now more important than using AI for short posts]
It takes a lot of my time recently, yet it's fun. It's my incredible pride to be part of all this. Yet I felt like... I still need this *mine* thing. I need self-expression that is authentic to me and I really miss it. I do not have time recently to create free content for my social media, because other things took too much of my energy.
I felt like I am not moving anywhere.
Then I just sat down and ask:
where do I WANT TO head?
What is *my* area I want to be in?
What do I want to focus on?
And I will just put this first.
First in the day.
I do not think it works well when we postpone it to do *our* stuff after work, because we oftentimes end late, we get tired and squeezed.
We are the only managers of our life, so let's keep there what serves us :)
Hi from Georgia 🇬🇪, Bakuriani. And I promise, I will try to be more active here again.
What you'd love to hear from me? 😊
P.S. This principle I used is from my Personal Branding & Self-Perception course you can purchase at https://lnkd.in/djWNS-5G
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-17
I think people do not distinguish two things. They say they don't like making money, but they mean that they don't like their job.
I think making money can be fun if you do what you like.
Agree?
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-14
As a Liberland Representative to Georgia 🇬🇪 I am excited to welcome here Liberland President Vit Jedlicka this October!
As a President of the governmental #DAO he will have a lot to say at the largest web3-related conference in the region DeGameFi. With the founder Mikheil Didebulidze we were speaking about the conference and the regular Investor Club meetups in our Liberland in Georgia podcast [see your favorite platforms] a few months ago.
It feels incredible to interconnect the dots on a bigger scale.
For such an exclusive opportunity, I plan some more surprises for the president's visit.
Stay tuned! 🇬🇪
P.S. Would you be interested in the interview with the president or could you offer space for a meetup, please, contact me at [email protected] or [email protected] or DM me.
#liberland #libertarian #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo #web3 #decentralization #internationalrelations
https://lnkd.in/djSBvFp4
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-11
I am so incredibly proud to see our main Liberlander Vit, President himself, to be visiting us in Georgia 🇬🇪 and speaking at the largest web3 event in the region 🤝🏻
If you'd love to discuss Liberland activities with the President during his visit to Georgia, please, contact me. Liberland just makes its important diplomatic steps - opening the borders with Croatia, meeting the Croatian president, or working on a land settlement.
#diplomacy #liberland #libertarian #freedom
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-11
📢 Speaker Announcement
🚀 We are excited to announce - Vit Jedlicka - President of Liberland - as one of our key speakers at the DEGAMEFI WEB3 CONFERENCE 2023 on 7-8 October.
Vit Jedlicka's journey through the ideas of freedom, economics, and innovative technology has been inspiring many people. In 2015, he founded the Free Republic of Liberland and assumed the role of its inaugural President. Vit’s vision caught global attention, with features in publications like The New York Times Magazine and The Daily Telegraph, Fox Business Network, and Bloomberg Television.
The Free Republic of Liberland aligns perfectly with the principles of Web3. As blockchain technologies and decentralized applications redefine our digital landscape.
🗓 Mark your calendars for 7-8 October and don't miss this opportunity to learn from the leaders in the blockchain space.
📌 Venue: Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace Hotel
🗓 Date: 7-8 Oct. 2023
🎟 Secure your passes here: https://lnkd.in/d_q_Mj7Z
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-09
It's incredible to see this pace and progress over such a little time.
I became the press secretary and started managing global marketing less than 3 months ago.
Meanwhile we:
- Opened Representative Office in Washington DC
- Managed communication and improved the product of our annual summer festival & conference that's now happening + communicated two more events
- President Received the Humanitarian Award at the UN
- Opened the Official Borders with Croatia & Our President met with the Croatian President
- Hit 7 million in a week on the video about Liberland from Niko
From the speeches:
- President Vit spoke in Miami - The largest Bitcoin Conference in the world
- during ETHCC in Paris where we met and networked at the investors' meetup brunch where was also Vitalik
we both spoke at UTXO during Prague Blockchain Week
and he also spoke at the Atlas Society and much more [many interviews in the making behind the scenes]
What I have learned or rather reinforced?
That the 5-year planning is not working.
Agile, grow, go.
Improve the product.
Communicate. Convert.
Take over the responsibility, speak up, act.
It's great to have dedicated colleagues as I do. Appreciated. I feel connected despite we're all around the globe.
Amazing.
What do you think, what's next?
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-08
Liberland Opens its First border crossing with Croatia 🤝🏻🚀
"This is a small step for Liberland but, I think, a big step for humanity. It reflects our commitment to international cooperation, freedom, and fairness. We eagerly anticipate fostering stronger ties with our neighbors and the global community."
said President Vit Jedlicka during the opening ceremony.
https://lnkd.in/ewfYv-pK
#diplomacy #government #libertarian #freedom #border #country #liberland
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-08
It's time for reflection:
What do you have?
What do you surround yourself with?
And with whom?
In my speech about Relationship with things, I will make you reflect and rethink your surroundings, things, and your awareness to one-self and your environment 💅🏻
#publicspeaker #tbilisi #georgia #things #awareness
https://lnkd.in/dhzPZS-V
Samuela Davidová
2023-08-02
I took it for granted and underestimated it so badly.
I thought I can endlessly run fast, work hard, till late at night.
One additional project after another.
I thought it was sustainable.
But then it changed.
It's not easy to admit, but I am now busy with many health-related appointments.
I know all will be well someday, yet I will have to take extra care for the next *months*.
I will have to slow down.
And yes:
It's not a one-day / one-week issue you fix with a painkiller.
It's the result of years of working till late at night, skipping meals, and too much stress.
I am thankful I seriously improved my condition over the past 3+ years when I went fully and only remote, ate better and more regularly, became more active, and started traveling more, which improved my well-being, I spend more time outside and such.
However, even this wasn't enough.
Lessons learned?
*No more work for more than 8 hours a day. I aim for 4 hours a day long-term.
*No more work after 7 pm. No exceptions.
*No more work on the whole weekend. At least one day off a week. As best two: Wednesday and Sunday.
I am still young, but nevertheless, I already had to understand the importance of a really balanced lifestyle.
It's not easy and no one tells you in school or at home, but you gotta master it:
Work - Personal Life - Health
Wish me luck all goes smoothly and I can flawlessly continue with all the projects I enjoy! 😊
I will appreciate your tip on what helps you to stay balanced in the comments.
Take care 🙏🏻
📍Quy Nhon, Vietnam
#remotework #balance #lifestyle #freelance
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-29
Have you considered doing business in Georgia 🇬🇪?
The country has a lot to offer in terms of business opportunities, thanks to its low-bureaucratic approach and ease of doing business.
Despite being a bit of a hidden gem 💎, Georgia is a great place to start a company. The country's overall business-friendly environment makes it an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
If you want to learn more about Georgia's business perspective, check out the Liberland in Georgia podcast's second season, where we dive into the topic. In the attached episode, I speak with Ilia Kekutia, a local tax expert with over 10 years of experience working for the local Governmental Financial Office (Revenue Service) before starting his own company. Join us as we explore the benefits of doing business in Georgia!
Video: https://lnkd.in/dR3uGPc8
#georgia #tax #taxation #lowtax #tbilisi #economicfreedom #relocation #planB
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-25
It's been an incredible ONE year as a Liberland Representative to Georgia. I haven't had a while to summarize it yet, but I have a few updates for you 👇🏻
*I became the Liberland Press Secretary for the globe 🌎 - that made it pretty busy recently 😄
*We are signing a memorandum of understanding this Thursday with one local party 🤝🏻 [🤫], I will make an official announcement on Thursday! If you are part of any media, let me know and I will be happy to invite you. It takes place at 12 pm [lunchtime].
*Liberland President Vit Jedlicka will come to Georgia in October! 🇬🇪 He will be speaking at the DeGameFi Conference. Thank you so much for the invitation, Mikheil Didebulidze. I will plan President's visit and try to arrange some more events for his arrival! Stay tuned. If you wanted to make an interview with the President or meet him in person, please, DM me or text me at [email protected]
*Liberland's festival will take place 4 - 14th of August in Serbia - around Liberland see floatingman.ll.land for more information and program.
The Crypto Conference that is part of the festival will be on 5-6 Aug. If you want to attend, let me know. I will be happy to provide you with directions on how to get to the location!
I also hope to organize a meetup anytime soon in #Tbilisi - most likely in August. I will try preparing some libertarian-related topics, as usual. You can see my recent presentations on my YouTube [see Linktree in my profile]. I am also open to giving you an individual presentation on the Introduction to Liberland :)
We will be happy to see some new residents here!
#liberland #representative #web3 #nationstate #government #libertarians #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-23
When the product is good, it advertises itself.
My inbox is busy with messages from people wanting to present their brands at DeGameFi conference 🇬🇪 in October in Georgia, Tbilisi with 1500+ attendance to showcase themselves to a new relevant market amd create relevant networking connection in the emerging web3 region.
Makes sense - the branding slots are limited. Major sponsorship slots are being taken by brands such as Tether.to. The speaking slots are reserved for sound names who resonate on the market on the global level.
Many people I talked to in Paris during the ETHCC week already heard about how Georgia is evolving in the web3 and proving its place among the blockchain locations to be in.
People know all across the globe, from Hong Kong to Miami.
💅🏻
It will be just the second year, but it will be big 💣
If you wanna be there, DM me. I’m proud to be Ambassador of such an event and seeing the industry evolving.
#sakartvelo #georgia go 🚀
#web3 #conference #gamefi
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-23
After Parisian ETHCC week where I attended 15+ events, I need about 78 hours of sleep, 2 years of holidays and hire 50 people just to engage in all the new Telegram conversations. 🤯
It was amazing. Thank you all for the warmth, laughter and such a nice connections. ☺️
I hope to see you all in Tbilisi 🇬🇪 in October ‘23 for the DeGameFi conference, the largest web3 event in the whole region 🚀
#paris #eth #blockchain #web3
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-21
Our Liberland Press Secretary Samuela is very active in attending the various events at the Parisian ETHCC Week. It's one of the major events in the blockchain industry in the world - we couldn't miss it! One of the meetings was with the core contributor of Q Blockchain, Dino Ivanković - one of our partners with whom we signed the Memorandum of Understanding a few months ago. 🤝🏻
We hope to cooperate more closely in the future!
If your organization shares the same values with Liberland and you'd like to discuss the possible cooperation, contact us at [email protected]
#ethcc #blockchain #decentralized #cooperation #web3 #paris #france
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-19
✨ Join the “Upwork and Remote work” event and learn more about remote employment
🙏 ”Freelancing” is the most demanded field in the world, where you are given a unique opportunity even without experience to find a customized job of your own resources on freelance platforms.
🎤 The invited speakers: Samuela Davidova-renowned Remote Girl residing in Georgia https://lnkd.in/dXUCWEiA
🎤 Tazo Jorbenadze: An independent contractor and Full Time Freelance with 10 years of experience
https://lnkd.in/d9n-hcPJ
📍Date and Time of the event: 27 July, 19:00pm
📍Location: Georgian-American University (GAU) 0 floor, 10 M. Aleksidze Str., Tbilisi.
📍Working language: English.
The talks will be about profile makeover, i.e. how to rank higher in search results and learn professional tips for creating a persuasive profile
💫 Also we will discuss topics on remote work benefits, creation of better conditions for life
💫 How to Identify each client's "Key Hiring Criteria" before writing proposals.
✍️ Fill out the form to attend the event:-
https://lnkd.in/dCXYehJ5
🙏 Any person who is interested can attend.
✔️Event agenda - https://lnkd.in/dmqzqcdX
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-19
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-18
ETHCC week ‘23 be like:
*5 events a day
*unicorn company T-shirts for sleep
*networking small talk on ‘we don’t have time to do the actual work because of all this networking’
*I cannot screenshot your telegram QR code because of the bad internet [French connectivity], may you type in your nickname?
*I look forward to be seeing you at DeGameFi in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪 in October! I’ll send you the presentations later today. 👋🏻
P.S. If you want to showcase yourself to the web3 audience on a new market [Caucasus, Western Asia, Middle east], DM me. We will have a big conference for 1.500+ people on 7-8 Oct.
#web3 #dao #defi #gamefi #ethcc #ethccweek #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-15
Why should you diversify your bank accounts? And how you can do it?
I share my thoughts and tips in the recent video 👇🏻
If you want me opening you the bank account remotely in Bank of Georgia 🇬🇪, hit me up. I’ll be happy to help.
https://lnkd.in/dff7k7Cv
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-14
The good thing about going back to marketing from IT is that people stop asking you technical stuff.
The bad thing is that when you actually resolve technical stuff, they don’t trust you, since you’re just some marketing person 🤡
Good buy ‘fix my printer’ though.
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-14
The drawback of remote work?
If you can work anywhere, there’s a high chance you will.
Me, 4 am, plane before departure: sending requests to organize an event in NYC.
#remotework #event #marketing #freedom is #responsibility #freelance
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-13
People in crypto want ownership of the money they made and possess.
Remote workers want ownership of the place they're at.
Async workers want ownership of their time.
Libertarians want ownership of their life.
🖤
You?
P.S. Freedom and ownership require responsibility. Nothing you couldn't handle. :)
#freedom #libertarian #async #remote #crypto
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-12
Finally, my UTXO Foundation speech from Prague Blockchain Week is out. [it's in Czech Language though]
Enjoy 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-11
Yesterday I submitted the last tasks to my IT work and left the company.
It's been 1.5 years since I wanted to diversify my income again.
And it's been crazy 6 months of working till late at night.
I'm not where I want to be, yet.
It's just the beginning,
but the right one.
🚀
Wish me luck. 🍀
📸 Botanical Garden, Tbilisi center 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-11
Should I still be hiring with all the AI updates?
🤔
I am just in the process of hiring a Marketing Assistant for my projects.
Why?
I want to scale.
The day has only 24 hours and I have many projects I want to kick off - and many I am already involved in.
Do I still need an entry-junior role to assist me, if I can easily open one of the many AI tools?
Hell yes!
With me, they will learn the way to think about marketing. You cannot outsource this.
With AI, they will learn to execute, scale, learn, outsource.
I need someone willing to learn, test, do.
AI helps to scale our potential.
But it still needs someone who knows the way how to think about the industry to give the right prompts.
Multidisciplinarity, here I come. The way of thinking will win the game. I believe in the bigger picture, understanding the interconnectedness. Everything else can be easily searched.
How do you implement the ever-changing opportunities into your workflow? I hope to get inspired in the comments, go go! :)
📸 Photo is from this weekend's beautiful trip to beautiful Sighnaghi in Georgia 🇬🇪
#workflow #scale
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-07
'Do I have to do something that doesn't really spark joy?'
It's been a few months since I asked this question and it drove me to make some radical changes in my life.
This question made me up working till late at night for over half a year. [Bye the 1 AM laptop times.]
This question made me realize I can do work and tasks that I enjoy and feel easy to me. And that this can make money, too. [And the longer I do so, the more it can make.]
Retrospectively I understand that the value we [can] bring to the world is not that much about what next can we achieve, about the next goals, about the next course I should take to 'be better';
but about what we already have and whom we already became:
Who we are today with the value we can potentially *already* provide [and it's more than you think].
[I say the same to my mentees because I can see how common the problem is.]
This period is a bit chaotic, overwhelming, full of changes, and, I know, I know, with too many unanswered DMs in the inbox [yet! I will get to you].
I started seeing my opportunities from a new perspective - and there are too many. One of the core sources to me is the country I relocated to over 2.5 years ago: Georgia 🇬🇪.
Georgia is evolving, it's especially an emerging market in the web3 industry [and where is our future fintech unicorn?]. The events went crazy.
There is nothing like a 'calm summer' this year. It's summer full of events, networking, watching for new projects, and cooperations.
Boom.
I haven't expected this.
There are many people [foreigners, investors, or families who want to relocate] who want to be the first to step in. And I realized I can help them - I worked hard to get the best connections in the country, to integrate, to know where to go and whom to text.
It works.
People make connections, rent out places, buy new flats for 40k$, relocate, move their business, open bank accounts, invest.
I am also hiring to scale.
I hire locals who *know*.
And I feel somewhere in my bones that I will hire much more people than I expected.
Besides, I run marketing stuff for the freest country in the world.
And mainly, I am finally leaving what didn't work for me, what I wasn't satisfied with, what didn't get me out of bed in the morning. More on this other time.
A lot is in the process,
and a lot is still coming.
I live the best period of my life.
Now.
While I know tomorrow will be even better than today - because that's what I aim for.
Cheers from Georgia 🇬🇪, one of the most economically free countries in the world. I was lucky, crazy, or everything together; but I am incredibly grateful I moved in.
I will share more about what this hidden-gem country has to offer in the next weeks and months. [So yes, if you want to know, hit 'Follow'.]
I hope to see you around.
And thank you all for the support. There are many people who stand behind and it helps me go my way.
#georgia #work #transition #sakartvelo #tbilisi #web3 #investment
📸 Going to 500Global
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-07
The client wanted a 'quick call' for 15 minutes.
Instead, I proposed doing everything async. He asked questions, I provided answers.
It took me 3 minutes to type the answers, he can always come back to them, I can copy-paste them and reuse them or create a Q&A.
#async
[if you ever asked about how can I do so much]
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-07
If you understand the principles of personal branding, you know they are universal.
They don’t depend on the platform.
Wanna learn? Here you are:
https://lnkd.in/dryJ9Nzf
#threads #socialmedia #personalbranding
Samuela Davidová
2023-07-04
I am very aware of what I surround myself with.
Why?
It all takes away my energy.
It makes me feel a certain way.
How do you feel about what you're surrounded with?
I invite you to watch my speech about relationships with things that will make you rethink how you perceive not only your possessions but all your surroundings. 😈
Thought-provoking as always :)
https://lnkd.in/dhzPZS-V
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-29
Only corporates have budget, time, resources, and people to be approving such minor tasks with worth less than 100$.
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-28
Junior Marketing Assistant Part-Time Wanted [20-25h / week]
What you will learn and do:
* Work with me on various projects with global impact for 20-25 h / week [that's ~ 4-5 h / day]
* Social media: management, content creation & scheduling - video, photos, text [also shortlisting AI-created short videos, editing video and captions in CapCut, drafting simple posters in Canva etc.]
* Public / Media Relations: updating the media lists, drafting press releases, media contacts research...
* Event Management: offsite events in Tbilisi [occasionally]
* WordPress site edits + SEO articles [AI will help)))]
* Newsletter drafts, information gathering, and what comes.
* Slowly, I will get you deeper into the strategic, business, and product sides of things.
You will work in the area of individual freedom, individual growth, traveling [relocation to Georgia], lifestyle, governmental marketing/PR, blockchain, personal branding. [don't you worry if you don't have much detail on any of these.]
Requirements:
* Willingness [you want to do this and you want to learn]
* Georgia [Tbilisi]-based
* 0-6 months experience is okay [show me what you did]
* You have your own laptop
* You speak English
* Aesthetics
I offer:
* Huge experience: in 6 months you will learn as much as in 5 years [or never] in the corporate.
* Your work will be seen not only in Georgia - to the contrary. You will have an impact on the whole world.
* 800 GEL for 20-25 h / week cooperation for the first 2 months; then 950 GEL / mo. As you'll learn, I am open to increasing the wage. Also, it's possible we will jump on the full-time cooperation later [with a higher wage of course]. We can discuss details about payout f2f.
* Hybrid - we can cooperate in person in the cafe / coworking, but mostly I want to work remotely. I do not require you to sit at some particular office.
* Some extra perks as we go :)
Interested?
Send me:
* What do you enjoy the most from the marketing side?
* Show me what have you already done [any portfolio? I prefer pictures, not words :) If you don't have any, show me your social media!]
* Anything else you feel like, but please NO GENERIC ChatGPT TEXT.
* Your LinkedIn / CV. I want to see how you present yourself :)
Where:
LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/djAp5Yx3
or
Email: [email protected]
The photo is only illustrative - Dubai 2021.
#marketing #hiring #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-28
I was sick.
I hoped to *slowly* recover and rejoin the workflow this week, but THIS COUNTRY [🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪] said 'no'. 🚀
Georgia 🇬🇪 is really badly on the rise and the key players see it. They want to be the first to unlock this hidden gem 💎 country. As the Liberland Representative, I couldn't miss the major events happening this week 👠 👩🏻💼:
📆 Right on Monday, I attended the Tether.to Meetup & Panel Discussion moderated by George Gvazava, CFA with the guest Tether CTO Paolo A. [We hope to see you again here!] and Marco Dal Lago, the Head of Expansion of Tether, who was here already at one of the recent DeGameFi Investors Club Meetups. 👨🏻💼
Tether is looking to support local projects. They mean it with their investment into Citypay.io [worth your attention if you are an investor]. 💡 CC: Eralp Hatipoglu
🌎 I am glad to see real-world examples and more and more companies seriously interested in the country. 💰
Yesterday, I was at a very inspiring and insightful speech by Aaron Gershenberg during his visit here in Georgia. Thank you, Colin M. Donohue with Startup Grind for organizing this. 🙏🏻
Aaron was a co-founder and managing partner of SVB Capital for over 22 years. Incredible. I hope to see and hear more of such inspiring minds in the country. 🧠
I hoped 'That's it', but then I met Guri Koiava with whom I have an amazing podcast episode on the Georgian Startup scene [search for 'Liberland in Georgia' on your favorite podcast platform] and...
I am already getting ready for tomorrow's 500 Georgia Batch 4 Demo day. 🚀
Georgia 🇬🇪 is seriously moving forward and I am glad to be part of the hype.
If you consider investing here, buying a property, moving here, or want to come to the country and get to know the *right* people, text me. I will be happy to help. 📩
This is all just so WOW.
I'll see you around and at DeGameFi Conference in October. [If you plan to 'Finally make it to Georgia', then this is your event.] 🚀
💻 Time to get back to work - it's growing under my hands :) 💻
#georgia #lowbureacracy #sakartvelo #tbilisi #web3 #investment #startup #liberland #representative
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-27
The difference between linear and exponential growth is the effort:
* at linear growth, I am 1:1 on growth and effort;
* at exponential growth, I focus on the low-effort-big-imact activities that are authentic to me.
#growth
From the chapter Observed Paradoxes. [in making]
Photo: sunset @ Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-27
Assistant wanted from July 2023
I seek a Georgian Tbilisi-based Assistant for a max of 5 hours a week [~ 1 hour a workday] - for me 🙇🏻♀️
What you will do:
*research and shortlist the best places for appointments/checkups/meetings
*research and book the events [culture/networking / education]
*manage my appointments [call somewhere to make an appointment for me, or call it off]
*manage my calendar
*point of contact if someone wants a f2f meeting with me [I do them rarely though]
*print out papers [exception]
*going to the notary [exception]
*going to the post office [I send postcards and letters sometimes :) Or a letter to the Ministery. (:]
*picking up the delivery [someone sends me something]
What will you need:
*English & Georgian speaking
*Tbilisi-based
*Willingness to do such a type of job [Do you enjoy organizing stuff or 'babysitting'? :) Here you are]
*Being precise [I outsource this so that I wouldn't have to think of it. I do not want to 'control you'. You will be trusted.]
*Phone [maybe Laptop will be more useful for some things]
*I do not need any experience from you, but if you have already done this, then it's perfect.
*If given guidance, you are able to follow it.
*Autonomy. [But you always have your back covered and I am open to questions and providing guidance and support anytime.]
What will you get:
*A side job for a maximum of 5 hours a week. Remote. Asynchronous. We can start on the 1st of July.
*400 GEL on the first day of the month right after the one you worked - cash or crypto of your choice [this is 400 GEL / 20 h a month = 20 GEL / hour, just to get an idea]
*Extra $$ in case of additional tasks over the initial requirements [always only after discussed and approved]
*Learn better time management and get a better world understanding [sometimes you will manage my 'appointments' also in different timezones, and search for the gyms in Vietnam or Bali. It's fun I like myself, just it's not authentic to myself, that's why I outsource it :)]
*A various job for someone with pretty interesting activities and interests and is growing like crazy :)
*I will be glad to give you a very nice reference to other cooperations
*If we will meet, then most likely at Luca Polare or Stamba :)
Interested?
- Send me your interest at [email protected], while:
- Use 'Assistant' as the Subject
- Write why you want to work with me in this position
- Share something you already did [CV or LinkedIn are great.]
- Share why you think you'd be a good fit.
- Important: Do not use ChatGPT, I have an allergy to generic text.
More about me:
https://lnkd.in/dBq2h6Fa
If you prefer YouTube, check me at https://lnkd.in/dwPH8NcC
Photo: this is me, laughing 90% of the time)) The photo is by Oliver Cuadra back from Fall 2020 in Prague and for some reason, I haven't published it yet :)
#tbilisi #hiring #assistant
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-25
I just updated my Buy Me a Coffee site as part of my #rebranding from Remote Girl into Davidova Samuela [myself for myself 💅🏻 I will update you soon.]
And I love the description 🔥 😎
It's so mine, so real, so raw. [no AI]
I love to do things my authentic way, in consistence with myself, values, and ethics. :)
[I know, totally not the first thing I should do after 5 days of fevers, but I just felt like it.]
Yay! Proud of myself.
https://lnkd.in/ddGMPZae
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-22
How do I manage packaging and things while traveling? [*I travel abroad around 6 months in the year]
And how do I deal with clothing?
Am I practical? And does it make sense to be practical in the first place?
Make sure you watch my recent speech in Tbilisi, Georgia that will make you rethink your relationship with things. 🚀
https://lnkd.in/dhzPZS-V
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-19
The SECRET to Boost Your IT Career 🚀
Don't Miss Our Next Live Stream
🌟 Feeling overwhelmed by the lack of quality live streams for juniors in IT? Our <nav>IT live streams offer the engaging and educational content you need. Why does it matter? Just think of our live streams as essential tools for building your dream IT career.
🔥 So far, we've hosted 4 amazing live streams covering essential topics, and we extend our gratitude to our speakers. Huge thanks to Svetlana Margetová, Lukáš Caha and Samuela Davidova!
Missed out on these? Don't worry, you can catch the replays on our YouTube channel (link in comments)!
🔐 Get ready for this Wednesday's insightful live stream:
𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
We're bringing in an IT security expert (🛡️ Štefan Prokop) to guide you in building a secure foundation for your applications, saving you both time and money. Join us for this must-watch event and fuel your IT journey!
My last thanks go to 🌸Michala Fridmanova for this great recap idea!
Got any tips of your own for boosting your IT career? Share them in the comments!
#BleedingDev #NaucMeIt #NavIT #Junior
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-19
I am glad to be in touch with talented Georgian 🇬🇪 projects & companies.
As a Liberland Representative to the country, I am happily establishing connections, especially in the emerging #web3 industry.
The region is on 🔥 with its main celebration in October at the DeGameFi Conference. Grab your early bird ticket at degamefi.io 📈
If you're interested in presenting the company or sponsorship, DM me. 📩
#georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-19
📌This is a bilingual post. For English please scroll down. 👇🏻
ჩვენთან სტუმრად იყო სამუელა დავიდოვა, რომელიც წარმომადგენელია Liberland_ის, შეხვედრამ მეგობრულ გარემოში ჩაიარა. ერთმანეთს გავუზიარეთ ჩვენი შეხედულებები და განვიხილეთ სამომავლო თანამშრომლობის შესაძლებლობები.
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Samuela Davidova representative of Liberland, was our guest, and the meeting took place in a friendly environment. We shared our views and discussed the possibilities of future cooperation.
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-18
Happiness doesn't feel like excitement.
Happiness feels like calmness.
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-18
This place on earth 🥰
🇬🇪Georgia. 🖤
I’ll soon create much more content about what it’s like to move here, live here, make here a business and much more.
Georgia attracts people because of:
*European culture yet more trust&community-based mindset;
*Economic freedom, low taxes, low bureaucracy;
And of course,
*Beautiful nature, amazing local products and food, and PEOPLE.
I’m so grateful to this country becoming my home. The integration is very easy 🙏🏻
Please, let me know in the comments what you’d be curious about. I’ll make sure to cover it ☺️
Have a lovely weekend,
Sam
Proudly Liberland Representative to Georgia 🇬🇪 since I believe in interconnecting the nations with the same values - freedom. 🕊️
#liberland #georgia #sakartvelo #relocation
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-17
Are you looking for a business-friendly destination to start your company? Consider Georgia 🇬🇪, a country that implemented the Estonian way of taxation, allowing entrepreneurs to reinvest in their businesses without paying taxes 💡.
Georgia's low-bureaucratic approach and ease of doing business make it an attractive destination for investors and entrepreneurs alike. Despite being a bit of a hidden gem, the country has a lot to offer in terms of business opportunities.
To learn more about Georgia's taxation system and business perspective, check out the Liberland in Georgia podcast's second season, dedicated to exploring the topic. In the attached episode, I speak with Ilia Kekutia, a local tax expert with over 10 years of experience working for the local Governmental Financial Office (Revenue Service) before starting his own company. Join us as we explore the benefits of doing business in Georgia!
Video:
https://lnkd.in/dR3uGPc8
#interview #taxation #georgia #economicfreedom #business #europe
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-17
“I am the only manager of my time and place. I have ownership of my life: and having synchronous communication with someone means we both make a compromise on it.
If I am willing to make a compromise, it’s a very aware decision: I choose what and whom I want to spend my time with. Life is too short to spend it with people who do not bring joy.”
My newest writing about time management, awareness, and choosing what suits us 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/dnrjUjD9
#timemanagement #assistant #outsource #time #awareness #mindful #contact #async
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-16
Many great points - and also the explanation why most of the time no one knows where I am and why I share photos and locations retrospectively as well.
https://lnkd.in/dZAm8fTC
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-14
Who are you?
And who do you want to be?
In my ~ 2-hour personal branding & self-perception course, you will learn a new perception on 👇🏻
* Perceiving one-self
* Awareness of the image we show to the world personally & professionally
* How can we intentionally alter our external image digitally to achieve what we want
* I will give you a kick to self-express in your way to create adequate surroundings and opportunities.
* Self-expression & what holds us back.
Get your direct access 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/diRGRTHQ
#rethink #personalbranding #branding #marketing
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-13
Georgian 🇬🇪 web3 industry rises like crazy.
If you consider networking or expanding into a new emerging region, check my interview with Mikheil Didebulidze who’s behind the DeGameFi conference - the biggest web3 event in the region in October. 🚀
https://lnkd.in/dNXHdMNG
#web3 #blockchain #crypto #georgia #tbilisi #conference
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-09
Don't let others kill your potential.
Ask relevant people.
Watch the short video from my presentation for GeoLab 👇🏻
#communication #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-09
Watch my recent popular thought-provoking presentation at New Economic School - Georgia / ახალი ეკონომიკური სკოლა - საქართველო about seeking stability, wants, and unification 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/d3AVwMFi
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-09
I have a special group for all the CZ / SK people considering relocation to Georgia. Feel free to join 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/d-FMwUBE
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-09
I got upset.
After months of fighting bureaucracy and limited opportunities to legally sell my digital products, I go out with only 25 seats for my 1-hour 50-minute Personal Branding course.
It's about personal branding & self-perception.
If you want this *one kick* and rethink what you show to the world, this one is FOR YOU.
These first 25 seats are for the early bird price of 21 EUR.
Then we will go to 29 EUR for another limited amount of seats.
And finally, I will be selling it for 41 EUR long-term.
What you will learn in the course:
* Perspectives on perceiving one-self
* Awareness of the image we show to the world personally & professionally
* How can we intentionally alter our external image digitally to achieve what we want
* I will give you a kick to self-express in your way to create adequate surroundings and opportunities.
* Self-expression & what holds us back.
Secure your seat on the link. You'll then be redirected to the course 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/diRGRTHQ
Start showing the world your potential today.
#personalbranding #personalbrand #branding #marketing
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-07
This week we are very busy with Liberland activities! 🎤
We settled in Prague 🇨🇿 to attend the biggest blockchain events in the region: Prague Blockchain Week which unifies several conferences.
You could have already met us at:
UTXO - President Vit Jedlicka spoke about Liberland as the first governmental DAO
UTXO - Representative to Georgia Samuela Davidova spoke about the importance of the communities. Quoting her presentation:
‘I found myself in the Blockchain community as it wants to have ownership and responsibility for own money.
And then in the Libertarian community which wants to have the ownership and responsibility for their own life.’
PolkaDot Prague - President Vit Jedlicka spoke about Liberland. Our Blockchain is on Polkadot, so we had to be there 😎
👉🏻 What’s next:
8-11 June BTC Prague - Our president will attend BTC Prague - the largest Bitcoin conference in Europe. If you’ll be there, we encourage you to stop him for a small chat.
Saturday 10 June @ 6 pm - Liberland Meetup in Prague - Informal Liberlanders Gathering at Perucka 23. Come and meet other Liberlanders!
Register at Eventbrite: https://lnkd.in/dim_fA2U
Have you seen our presentations? Will we meet in our office or at BTC Prague? Let us know in the comments!
#liberland #blockchain #pbw #decentralization #dao #government
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-07
In a recent interview for Mutual Knowledge Systems, Inc. I spoke about the importance of communities and decentralization on the social level.
In this short video, I speak about the growing blockchain community in Georgia 🇬🇪 If you're into the web3 industry, make sure you attend the biggest event of the year - DeGameFi conference that will be held on the 7 - 8 October.
If you're a company considering showcasing yourself to a new target audience, this is a must-go event for you. I am proudly an Ambassador of the conference - feel free to contact me to secure a promotional stand or sponsorship for your company. We have a few more seats left. We'll gladly prepare for you a tailored solution.
#web3 #community #decentralization #interview #degamefi #tbilisi #georgia #blockchain
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-06
🇬🇪 Is Georgia the new place to be for all blockchain investors and crypto enthusiasts? 🔍
Don't miss Samuela Davidova @remotegirl, Liberland's representative in Georgia, as she reveals how Georgia has become a thriving hub for the blockchain and cryptocurrency community. Watch the full interview to discover the power of Georgia's positive business and fiscal environment, where innovation thrives and entrepreneurs are empowered, and many more insights ✨.
➡️ https://lnkd.in/eZmuCPmM
#Georgia #CryptoHaven #Blockchain
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-06
I was questioning the norms and empowering people to find or create *truly their* community at UTXO Prague.
Game changing for some. Thank you all for your feedback.
Recording in Czech will be out soon.
#pbw23 #communities #speaker #prague
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-06
Back to the amazing crypto-friendly country of Georgia 🇬🇪
Good job Citypay.io 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
#blockchain #cryptocurrencies #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-06
I haven't been cleaning my things for over the past year and a half.
I'm not searching for things.
I do not keep T-shirts or 'worse clothing' for the particular 'opportunities' to wear them once I will be in the garden or somewhere.
Listen to my recent thought-provoking speech on the relationship with things 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/dhzPZS-V
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-05
‘Privacy is the power to selectively reveal oneself to the world.’
Thank you for the invitation Juraj Bednar to Web3 Privacy Event.
#web3 #privacy #security #prague #blockchain
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-03
I was just interviewed by Jan Kamlach on the topic of Money & Freedom.
UTXO Foundation Prague 2023
See you tomorrow at my speech at 5 pm about the importance of communities and why you shouldn’t want to ‘be normal’ :)
#cryptocurrencies #blockchain #decentralization
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-03
Artur Sychov on the importance of decentralization and ownership 🙏🏻
UTXO 23 Prague
#decentralization #defi
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-02
🇨🇿 Prague Blockchain Week 2023 is starting today 🚀 and we couldn't be missing there!
🕊 Our President Vit Jedlicka will be speaking at one of its major conferences, UTXO, this Sunday at 2 PM about Liberland - the first government DAO. He will introduce innovative progress in relation to the new nation-states.
Our Liberland Representative to Georgia 🇬🇪 Samuela Davidova also arrived to give a speech at UTXO on Sunday at 5 PM. She will speak about the importance of like-minded communities in her presentation 'To be normal'.
The presentations will be in Czech.
Come and say hi to support our country's representation and mission. We will be glad to see you around.
#liberland #utxo #prague #pragueblockchainweek #blockchain #conference #libertarian #dao #government #community
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-02
Proudly featured in the article & be presenting at UTXO Prague on Sunday!
https://lnkd.in/dnKKdNYt
Samuela Davidová
2023-06-01
When I started working in marketing [I worked in a PR agency for over 3 years]; I wanted to 'do things right'.
Now, when I mentor my interns, I teach them to forget everything and find *their own ways* of expression. The real ways that will be truly theirs.
We talked about 'being real' in the #branding with Giorgi Avaliani in our recent podcast 🚀 for Liberland in Georgia 🇬🇪.
You can find it on all your favorite podcast platforms. Make sure to check all my recent interviews there - especially if you're curious about the Business Perspective of Georgia.
P.S. If you consider relocation, buying a flat here, investing in the country, or getting more information about local companies, I will be happy to provide you with proper guidance tailored to your needs & interests.
#georgia #tbilisi #marketing #branding #authenticity
https://lnkd.in/degCjeAD
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-31
Are you aware of what you surround yourself with? How does it make you feel?
Yesterday I provided a few new angles on the topic of the Relationship with Things. Inspired by applicated principles of Marie Kondo ~ in a wider perspective of mine - as always.
Enjoy!
Thank you so much 1890 Business Center [Besik street 5, Tbilisi] for offering us the space. Make sure to come there to co-work during the day in the cafe :)
Video at https://lnkd.in/dhzPZS-V
#publicspeaker #speaker #relationship #awareness #thinker #doer #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-31
Samuelka feels like 'Mmm let's present a bit more when already in Prague'.
I am open & ready to give some more presentations on Saturday and/or Monday related to individual freedom, the importance of communities, branding, or libertarian philosophy. If you got a space for 20-50 people and/or interest in me speaking somewhere, hit me up.
You can see some of my recent speeches at https://lnkd.in/dfrpUHxh
Language options: Czech / English / Russian
#prague #individualfreedom #publicspeaking
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-29
Using a few minutes left before the CrossFit class on my scooter to finish one more task.
2023: We finally learned that laptops are portable.
#remotework for life
📍Tbilisi, Urban Garden Gym, Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-29
See you tomorrow for an insightful program on the topic of Relationships ⭐️ at 6.30 PM at 1890 Cafe Business Center Tbilisi👇🏻
🗣️ Samuela Davidova: Relationship with Things 🗣️
Unveil the profound connection between humans and objects. Samuela Davidova explores the impact of our relationship with possessions and will inspire you to view them in a whole new light.
🗣️ Mustav Kumral: Conscious Relationship Introduction 🗣️
Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery. Mustav Kumral shares insights on conscious relationships, fostering authentic connections through communication, trust, and growth.
The entrance is free of charge. We welcome all the likeminded people 😊
Join us https://lnkd.in/dke5bcMK
#tbilisi #meetup #selfdevelopment #growth #community #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-28
I am thrilled to be meeting you in Prague at Web3 Privacy Conference & Afterparty 😎
And I have 2 more tickets for the giveaway! 👑
DM me if you'd love to chat at this super niche event.
Besides, I hope to see you at Paralelní Polis during my stay 💅🏻
If you're in the web3, make sure you reach out - I will be happy to see if we can do anything to showcase your brand at the Degamefi Conference in October - the largest web3-related conference in the Caucasus Region: the emerging blockchain market 🚀
#prague #web3 #blockchain #georgia #privacy
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-28
What is it like to live in a conservative country as a controversial person?
How to approach the branding to stand out, while being real?
The newest and the last Episode of Liberland in Georgia 🇬🇪 2nd Season Podcast is out! 🚀
This time, I spoke to Giorgi Avaliani 👨🏻🎨
Giorgi is a leader in the country's creative industry and brings it to international representation with his projects. In the interview, he discusses with Samuela his recent outstanding projects that attracted attention.
The interview is a great mind-expanding perspective on standing for oneself and thinking about branding and creativity. As usual, we cover the topic in the Georgian context.
Watch the full episode at https://lnkd.in/dmubQ8eU
Or listen to your favorite podcast platforms after searching for 'Liberland in Georgia'.
#liberland #georgia #podcast #creativity #branding
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-26
It's my incredible pride to be starting to cooperate with the largest and loudest web3 conference in the region, DeGameFi Conference which will be held on 7-8 October in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪. Georgia is an emerging crypto hub with favorable business & crypto conditions and a growing community of web3 specialists.
As the official ambassador of the DeGameFi Conference, I am thrilled to be:
*Sharing the awareness of the industry growth in the region
*Offering sponsorship & partnership opportunities to showcase your company to the exclusive conference audience
*Discussing a tailored solution meeting your company objectives
*Representing the DeGameFi Conference and activities to the relevant web3 community events around the globe.
DeGameFi is the largest International Web3 Conference in the region. It's an exclusive opportunity to showcase your brand to the specialists in the industry. Contact me for cooperation, sponsorship, and stand options. We are open to discussing the tailored solution for your presence. 🚀
Please, message me with your company presentation and aims if you're interested in more details.
📸 Photo: From the last DeGameFi Investors & Founders Club Meetup - an exclusive opportunity to network with the web3 professionals offering high-class connections and valuable first-hand access to the most recent updates in the industry.
#web3 #degamefi #defi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-26
Happy Independence Day, #sakartvelo, from Liberland
🇬🇪❤️🕊️
#georgia #sovereignty
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-25
⭐️ Prague ⭐️
See you 1 - 5th June 👋🏻
Sunday 4th I'll be speaking at UTXO Prague
Monday 5th I am attending Web3 Privacy Conference & Afterparty 😎 [https://lnkd.in/dRM7ZnnT]
If you're around Web3-related projects, let's meet on Thursday or Monday & discuss your promotion opportunities in my region - I am the Ambassador of the local largest conference DeGameFi which will take place in October. 💅🏻 [https://degamefi.io]
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-24
Why I decided to join Liberland as the representative to Georgia 🇬🇪?
I got TWO reasons :)
Context: I became the representative last summer.
And - what’s your reason why you do what you do?
#liberland #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-24
Remote work perks: life edition.
I believe we have only 2 quests in life:
A. Create ourselves duty, work, that’s authentic to ourselves and where we self-express. Something we are looking forward to doing when we get up in the morning. And that helps people resolve their problems.
B. Look forward to going from work. Create ourselves such a life we want to live, we do not want to escape.
If you have both, you won the game.
I am constantly improving both A & B. You?
Hugs everyone.
Sam
Photo: driving to see the family in the village in the mid of the week.
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-24
Recently I had a great lecture called '[In]stability in the Age of Unification'.
I interconnect the dots between the areas of philosophy - psychology - sociology - marketing. It's a libertarian presentation.
>> 2 Personal most popular thoughts:
> Does what you want to feel frustrate or make you happy? What feels frustrating is not what you really want, but was 'given' to you. [You 'should' do it.]
> There is no 'stability' - it's an infantile want to be taken care of & handing over responsibility to someone else [government / market].
I am thrilled to be sharing with you the recording:
https://lnkd.in/d3AVwMFi
#publicspeaker #instability #stability #applicablephilosophy #individualfreedom #libertarian #belonging #wants #marketing #propaganda
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-23
Differ.
How is it like to be controversial in the conservative [? 🇬🇪] country?
And is it worth standing out?
With Giorgi Avaliani we discussed an unusual perspective on branding, creativity as a problem-solving tool and we will encourage you to go *your own* way :)
The next [and LAST] Liberland in Georgia podcast episode of the second season will be out this Sunday at 8 PM GET - 6 PM CET.
P.S. We will reveal what's inside this magical bottle. You can guess in the comments :)
P.P.S. I will also explain why this episode is the last one and some other news.
#liberland #georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi #branding #creativity
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-23
My efforts in Georgia were mentioned in the recent Liberland TV episode :)
At 2:37 - the Privacy & Security Presentation - can be watched at https://lnkd.in/dDn64WY7
And Introduction to Liberland - https://lnkd.in/dcJX_Nh9
At 3:13 - My Ayn Rand Center presentation: Questioning the legitimacy of the state - can be watched [I rerecorded it for a better quality with the slides & better sound] at https://lnkd.in/dE-4cGZK
😊
Liberland TV episode:
https://lnkd.in/dwpGFrDm
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-22
My 5 best presentations [recently]:
1/ Instability in the Age of Unification | Governmental Propaganda & Illusions
https://lnkd.in/d3AVwMFi
>> Interconnecting propaganda / marketing / belonging needs / our wants & nature / Applicable philosophy / libertarian thoughts. It's very personal, honest, and might be sensitive to some.
>> 2 Personal most popular thoughts:
> Does what you want to feel frustrate or make you happy? What feels frustrating is not what you really want, but was 'given' to you. [You 'should' do it.]
> There is no 'stability' - it's an infantile want to be taken care of & handing over responsibility to someone else [government / market].
2/ Questioning the Legitimacy of the State:
https://lnkd.in/dE-4cGZK
>> I rerecorded the presentation I made for the Ayn Rand Center in Georgia, because my live recording had a bad sound :(
>> Favorite Personal Thoughts: Manipulation through belonging & The narrative of 'having to be defined' and get an allowance from the state + 5 nation-state propagandist wins
3/ Security & Privacy: Is government the solution or the problem?
+ Introducing NEMP & Liberland Software Foundation
https://lnkd.in/dMcyyAK7
Favorite thoughts: the fewer data you create, the better :) [I provide some recommended solutions in the end]. Decentralized everything.
4/ What holds us back from fully embracing remote work potential? @ Geolab - GAU Tbilisi
https://lnkd.in/d3gqaPW6
>> Favorite thoughts: Cross the threshold. We are all scared. Fear is OK. Go and live what you want.
5/ Introduction to Liberland with Michal Ptacnik
https://lnkd.in/eGfbXeb4
>> Favorite thoughts: Voluntaristic - Optionality principle for life. Treating governments as a market.
Let me know which one you like the most and what topics you wish I covered in the future :)
I interconnect the dots.
#libertarian #publicspeaker #speaker #tbilisi #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-21
‘Why did you move from the Central Europe to Georgia 🇬🇪 , some post Soviet country?’ 😶
Me: [Photo]
#remotework for LIFE
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-21
Imagine a world without a map.
Imagine doing things without guidance.
Yes, idea sharing is great, it inspires, motivates and reduces energy waste.
However, there is a big freedom in the balance between having a map and not.
Try sometimes not to have a map and explore, be curious.
Nature.
Photo: amazing Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-21
Don’t change the world.
#individualfreedom from oneself :))) #change #grow #growth #individualgrowth #selffulfillment
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-19
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-19
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-19
A freelance marketing specialist with focus on #web3 ~ #nft ? It’d be great to have experience with nft community building AND film industry publicity perspective as well.
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-19
The more ChatGPT [empty] content is created, the more I prefer the bullet points, real-human messages, and content; or books.
Be real.
Authenticity will be valued much more.
#unification
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-18
The compound interest when you do something for a while is HUGE.
Underestimated.
The beginning is difficult.
Doing the thing for a while gets easy.
Harvest.
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-18
Work hard, and THEN play hard?
Or not?
Have you ever even tried to first play well, do things you love, be in the environment you enjoy, and THEN do the work?
Have you ever tried to work out of joy?
Out of relaxation & excitement?
This is why people can perform much be on the remote - if they make use of potential of the #remotework :)
It just works, but only if you love & respect yourself and if you decide to LIVE.
#remotework for life
Hugs, everyone.
Photo is from Bali )
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-18
This is big 💥
At Liberland we are thrilled to be opening our representative office in Washington DC on Tuesday. 🚀
DM me for the media access, and interviews with the President, the Representatives, or the Ministers.
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-18
https://lnkd.in/eDBE4pGp
Samuela Davidova Vit Jedlicka
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-18
Don’t invite me to speak at your space or conference. ❌
My speeches are harmful.
They break the norms and patterns.
They make people rethink their situation.
> not everyone is ready for it. It’s painful. But game-changing.
🌷☀️🙏🏻
I’d love to thank the New Economics School of Georgia 🇬🇪 that I could give a lecture about new perspectives on stability, propagandistic influence on our ‘wants’ and provide solutions against surveillance & unification. Thank you for the trust. I interconnect the dots.
And of course thanks to everyone who came. Im happy people liked it :) I’ll have the insightful recording out soon!
#publicspeaking #speaker #individualphilosophy #applicablephilosophy #georgia #tbilisi #stability
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-17
Why I do not stick with one area, easy?
The compound interest when you do something for a while is so rewarding and freeing.
However, entering new stuff is fun.
Take that brick.
Build.
Get respect.
House here and there, and one day you get a wide-perspective kingdom. 👑
#multidisciplinary
📸 Quy Nhon, Vietnam 02 | 2023
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-16
What is a startup community to an investor? 🧐
I asked Milan Lupač from Presto Ventures in the new Liberland in Georgia podcast. 🇬🇪
Is it company socks or something else? 😄 And to you? 🚀
[I am for hoodies personally if you were asking.]
A full podcast episode about [not only] Georgian startup ecosystem is available at https://lnkd.in/dSqujvGg and your other favorite podcast platforms 😊
#startups #community #interview #podcast #liberland #georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi #investor #investment #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-16
We never really make a transition into a *completely new* industry.
Everything interconnects.
On our individual level, we start seeing the bigger picture & bring new angles into the new area.
It's mind-expanding. Not a step back.
Transit.
And of course,
#remotework for life
#transition
📸 Bali memories 🕊 03 2023
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-16
'All the extra money I will make besides my job, I'll enjoy right away' - I thought at first.
Reality?
I reinvest it into new tools to scale up.
🥲
Where's my shopping and travel, hm? 💅🏻🌍
📸 Bali 03 | 2023 ❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-15
When you relocate
When you travel
You can be yourself much easier because there will be no judgment of others for ‘you changing’.
It’s easier for the first step of going own way.
Then you won’t care about the judgment because you’ll never think of going back - to be someone who has to meet the requirements of others to be a fit.
#relocation #travel go your own way
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-14
🚀 Milan arrived in Georgia 🇬🇪 for a few days to close the investment into already the third Georgian startup in the Presto Ventures [CZ-based] portfolio and to attend a startup & investment regional conference. Besides, he provided some great insights about the startup ecosystem in the new Liberland in Georgia podcast episode!
With Samuela, they spoke about how he perceives the Georgian startup community, ecosystem, opportunities, and gaps. They discuss what a startup must have to attract an investor, what are the variables that determine the success of the investment. You will also get insights into how to successfully make the whole ecosystem & community grow or why a Czech investors fund organize a whole conference in Georgia in September.
The full video is freshly out at: https://lnkd.in/d67c8yFY
#podcast #georgia #sakartvelo #tbilisi #startup #funding #investment #liberland #community
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-14
In the new article, I write about self-fulfillment - and how it improves life. I share insights from over the past 7+ months. 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-14
Where you work determines how you spend your free time.
With remote work you decide it yourself.
#remotework for life
📸 Weekend in Kobuleti, Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-13
Finally I finished Fromm’s ‘To have or to be?’
Mixed feelings.
➖Too altruistic and naive.
➕ I love his respect, ability to criticize [especially bureaucrats], and interconnecting the dots between industries. And his decentralized approach to societal solutions. #sovereignty
#book #reader #fromm #sociology #psychology
For my good reads profile comment / DM me.
I enjoy seeking knowledge from different industries to new perspectives. I talked about decentralization in society recently in the interview as well ) so fun to read about it in another perspective.
More and more I believe in power of real #communities
This book gave me some new perspectives on the belonging need, and the institutional manipulation by fear and shame. I will surely cover it in some of my future presentations, webinars, or courses.
💅🏻
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-13
The biggest mystery revealed…
…people work in IT because of…
The company hoodies!
Greetings to my previous workplace DataPacket.com 🤗 this hoodie is still the best 💯
What are your favorite practical benefits besides #remotework? 🙃
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-13
A nice social engineering training :)
https://gandalf.lakera.ai
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-12
I was so surprised people really do it.😅
It is called...
Casual Friday 👀
'Casual Fridays offer employees one day's respite from company dress codes, allowing them to wear casual attire – such as jeans and trainers – in place of business wear.'
Like you want to tell me that people who go to the office are ALLOWED once a week to wear something comfortable?
Wow.
Even in 2023.
What progress have we made as a society that we are allowed to wear comfortable clothing once a workweek?
Incredible.
Please, #goremote ❤️ if your employer is telling you what you should wear and where you should do your laptop-based job 😘
Hugs everyone and I wish you to be comfortable every day of the week!
#remotework for life
Photo: I document how I managed to figure out what to wear myself - in Quy Nhon, Vietnam. Is OK enough?
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-11
After-work beer?
Thank you, but I can manage my free time myself.
#remotework for life
📸 Ureki, Georgia 🇬🇪🖤
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-11
🦅𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 + 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗱 = 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲
📢From Liberland to Georgia: Unveiling the Nomadic Spirit of Samuela Davidova
🏃♀️Meet our first female nomad to be featured as a political representative.
✋Liberland is a hidden gem between Croatia and Serbia, redefining Sovereignty!
Read Samuela’s unique story and perspective on combining remote work plus travel, with a focus on wellbeing and using her brand - "Remote Girl.
Also, whilst being an active political representative in this week’s #DigitalNomadStory
☕ Get comfy, and enjoy!
–––––––––––––
🔔>>> Rowena #WFA #RemoteWork #FemaleNomad
✳️ I advise, mentor & speak on Remote Work & Digital Nomadism
✳️ Subscribe: https://lnkd.in/ggFz5tfE
✳️ More: https://linktr.ee/RoRemote
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-11
Thursday. Now.
#remotework for life
📍Guria, Georgia 🇬🇪 - black sand beaches in Ureki, a few weeks before the season begins
Bucket list - to spend about half of the year of the year at the seaside - in making 📈
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-11
🥹❤️🇬🇪
POV: Your guest speaks about investors' interest in Georgia.
*Me trying to not look too excited.* 🥹
The Liberland in Georgia podcast episode with Milan Lupač from Presto Ventures will be out this Sunday at 6 PM CET / 8 PM GET.
#startup #investment #investor #podcast #georgia #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-10
One of the great skills for #work and #life is #adaptability
Since Samuela travels a lot, she keeps improving in it pretty well! :)
How does it show in her every day?
Right after she arrived in Da Nang as in the photo, she started wearing her hair wrapped as local women often do. It's sometimes fun to observe how the environment has an impact on us. And if you do not admit it, then you - just do not admit it. Your surroundings and environment always have an impact on you.
Choose wisely.
#thefreeist #socializing #surroundings
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-10
Wrong.
I believed networking events are just to get to know new people.
But Recurring Quality-Networking Events bring even more value:
* More openness
* Sharing problems & solutions
* Collaboration because of increased trust
What does it mean?
Such communities & events are a positive-sum game for everyone - the whole ecosystem 👇🏻
* With more openness, you can get a new perspective on your business, and issues, and create even better cooperation than you thought.
* By sharing problems and solutions, you lower the costs for others who have the same problem, or you can find people in the community resolving your problems.
* Indeed, the more iteration, the more feedback - that comes with regular networking. However, if you have regular events with different enriching presentations while you meet the same open community with both new & known people, you are more likely to close a collaboration deal with them.
Sam-efficiency tip: I scheduled meetings with different people for this networking meetup - it saved me time. Instead of meeting each of them in different places and times, I saved up to 10 hours by organizing quick meetups on this spot.
I am excited about such an initiative in Georgia - DeGameFi Club organizes about 8 yearly meetups specialized in the Web3 industry. If you're the founder or the investor from Web3, even if you just plan to visit the country, contact Mikheil Didebulidze to make sure you attend this high-quality networking or you connect with key people from the industry.
/ If curious, I am excited to be promoting the club because I really like it. :) No one asked me about it.
Thank you team for what you're doing!
P.S. Make sure you attend the biggest web3 event of the year in the region - the Degamefi conference in October. A few stand spots & sponsorship opportunities are still left. DM me for details. ✉️
P.P.S. Yes, remote workers are meeting even offline - but only with people whom they choose :)
#web3 #communities #founders #clevel #blockchain #business
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-09
The developer prepared 'just' the in-making / under-construction home page for now and I am dancing around my house already.
https://startuphub.ge
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-09
Do you have to finish everything? Push & control yourself? And, finally, does stability exist?
I shot a quick monologue today for you.
Leave what doesn't serve you & choose yourself.
A lot of words about tension, and proving ourselves.
https://lnkd.in/dnKYd4p5
P.S. Two slots for the 2-month mentorship are still available.
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-09
I do not use ChatGPT for my content on social media...
Not because I love writing so much [I mean I do]...
But because it is just so...
...pathetic and boring 🥲
I love authentic stuff, emotions, experience.
To me sharing my thoughts is about prolonging myself into the minds of others.
I believe it's a great tool though for more SEO-oriented content. Research. Quick initial analysis. Summaries... And other boring work. [Like I use it, just not for my content creation. It's sooo much about unification. Meh.]
Like... Surprise.
I will write my book myself, not with AI.
The writing process helps to clarify the thoughts.
When you write, you show you either understand a thing or not.
When you speak - you can easily add on a lot without any depth.
Also writing - as any other thing you do - it's not just about writing, the process itself. It's about a certain expertise, understanding things like targeting, and so on.
So, yay, I am not much worried that there wouldn't be any more space for writers or human-made content creation.
I celebrate - let's outsource the boring part and do the more creative things, interconnecting the dots between areas, sharing, and doing the non-obvious. It's time for new perspectives. [That's my favorite area :)] Leave the old to AI.
What a time to live in!
How do you perceive it? Share with me your thoughts and worries in the comments if you're not tired from the topic yet. 😌
Photo: Bali, Indonesia, sunset; and of course #remotework for life because most things can be done anywhere, yay!
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-08
Me: Okay, I will have a full week off, without work, no blockchain and libertarian stuff discussion, no startups, no tasks, nothing.
My email: Invitation for tonight: "What to do with NFTs?" by Arrival • ერაივალ, who specializes in 3D virtual event organization. It's one of the promising Georgian 🇬🇪 startups. 🚀
Me: * joining Decentraland and creating this chic dress code * 💅🏻
P.S. It's really hard to stop working when you love what you do, you enjoy learning, networking, and all the people who surround you.
Fingers crossed to the team and wish everything goes smoothly!
#startups #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-08
I won't let to be ever questioned or mistreated.
Not anymore.
On both the personal and professional level.
I just decided to create 'my norm' [Of course, I also have my own norm for the way I treat people.]:
My norm is to be treated well, with respect, and kindness, without making me feel guilty or ashamed.
[I understand that perception is our issue already, but some people bring us into such situations if we allow it.]
What's your norm?
I've realized how we often consider bad behavior normal because of our childhood. Then, continuing the same pattern feels 'natural' and 'normal'.
Stop letting people mistreat you, question you, or be toxic: in your life and your workspace.
Speak up.
Say what behavior is not okay.
Do not settle for the worse behavior ever.
And of course, do not treat yourself badly either. [How do you harm yourself? Do you let yourself enjoy & live life?]
I wish you this week to find enough energy and power in within you to accomplish everything you want, to treat yourself well, and to set up your boundaries and hold them firm, without questioning yourself.
Hugs and take care of yourself.
Sam
P.S. Let me know in the comments if that's what you needed to hear. I am always glad to see I am not alone.
📸 Photo: Around Bolnisi, Georgia - I took myself on a little trip into nature because I felt like it. It was so beautiful!
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-06
Who's newly the owner of StartUpHub.ge domain? :)
Something is in the making, yay!
I hope I am not the only one who has the hobby to buy new domains on Saturday...
#startup #community #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-06
One of the things Georgia 🇬🇪 implemented over the past years is the Estonian way of taxation.
That means, that you do not pay tax on money that you reinvest into the company 💡
Such a regulation, plus the ease of doing business, starting a company, or the overall low-bureaucratic approach of the country makes it a place to go! 🌎
Since Georgia is still a little bit of a hidden gem, I've decided to share the awareness about the country in my Liberland in Georgia podcast - the second season is dedicated to its Business Perspective. And the attached episode will guide you through its taxation.
I spoke with Ilia Kekutia, a local tax expert who used to work for over 10 years at the local Governmental Financial Office [Revenue Service] until he started his own company.
Video: https://lnkd.in/dR3uGPc8
#georgia #tax #taxation #lowtax #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-05
🥹 I cannot believe it! 🥹
Finally!
It's my pleasure to announce you can find my Liberland in Georgia podcast now also on Spotify, Amazon Music, Samsung Podcast, Podcast Index, and Listen Notes. Other platforms will follow soon. 🎉 The videos are still available on my YouTube Channel.
I dedicated the second season to the Business Perspective of Georgia 🇬🇪 You will listen to some very bright minds from the region. Georgia is A LOT on the rise and I didn't want people to miss out. 📈
If you want to understand the local growing startup scene, taxation in the country, opportunities, or you're interested in relocating here yourself or your company - this is your information hub to go to. 💅🏻
Now, you can check there the episode with Mikheil Didebulidze, the Founder & Investor in the Web3 industry. He's also behind the DeGameFi Conference [See you in October 2023!] and the DeGameFi Investors Club which initiates great high-end networking on their regular meetups. [Yes, that's where I have those fancy photos from.]
I will upload the other episodes soon! Still working on the distribution phase. 😊
At Liberland we are glad to help the local scene to be showcased globally. ❤️ If there is something we could help with, or problems we could resolve, let us know.
https://lnkd.in/d6_7fwh5
#podcast #liberland #georgia #sakartvelo #startup #business
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-05
Home is you.
After traveling to dozens of countries, staying for weeks, exploring surroundings, people, norms, I've realized, that *home* is not one particular place on earth.
Yes, I love my family, that lives 3000 kilometers away.
So as I love the libertarian #communities in Georgia, and the warmth of local people.
So as I also loved how I felt accepted and 'normal' among many nomads in Bali, enjoying the local infrastructure.
However, pursuing some 'happiness', or fulfilling *that* empty space within cannot be done by finding *the right place*.
There is no *right place*.
But there can be the *right conditions* - first within us, and then in our surroundings.
Over the years, I believe the best way to go is to travel, to try, to test, to observe with open eyes, to treat people as individuals, without any tags:
To find places, communities, and individuals, that suit *ourselves* [the same applies for the job].
Do not search for the 'best people on earth to live'.
It doesn't exist.
You have to find YOUR best place on earth.
However, you will NEVER be satisfied anywhere,
until you will be satisfied with yourself.
Create 'yourself' to be a place to be - when you are alone, on your own.
Create yourself a safe harbor, become reliable - towards yourself first.
Trust yourself. Love yourself. Appreciate yourself.
And then, go to the world, and you will love it.
No matter where you will be, I am sure you will find some people that suit you.
Then, find yourself those places where you feel the best - I am sure you will see much more options.
And finally, then the world will be home.
And *you* will be home as well.
Hugs and have a great weekend.
Take care of yourself.
Sam
#remotework for life - of course, because it enables us to explore [the world and ourselves]
Photo: Tbilisi, me on my lovely scooter
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-04
📣 🎥 Get ready for our latest interview with Samuela Davidova, Liberland's representative in Georgia, about the amazing possibilities of blockchain technology and how it can revolutionize governance, as well as her perspectives and insights on crypto, business and many other exciting topics! 🌍
➡️ https://bit.ly/443og9G
Don't miss out!🔥 #blockchain #decentralization #Liberland #interview #governance
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-04
When the days get busy, it's great to wind off for a few minutes or an hour in nature to reset.
However, since I am back home in #tbilisi, the #georgia capital, and I got many tasks to get done, I cannot go off so easily and often.
Well, for such cases, a few minutes in the #liberland #metaverse are a way to go.
Soon, we will meet there with one of my colleagues from one project to check the island together - disregarding the we live 3000 kilometers apart.
I am not a fan of such reality runaways, however, running in the Liberland nature helps me reset pretty well :) [I still prefer to jump into the pool in SE Asia though.]
What is your quick recipe for a reset?
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-04
In the past, I'd feel ashamed for it.
As if I couldn't do it.
As if my family should feel shame for me.
As if it'd mean 'I am not good enough', or 'I am not a good girl'.
What?
To live my life.
To ease up.
To relax.
Even during the work week! 😄
And not only that.
I will take a week off from work. A full week.
No work, no messengers, no social media. Nothing.
Myself, seaside, nature, long walks, morning meditations, journaling.
I do not feel the urge for it though.
Why?
Because I live in a balanced way - I have time for my work and for my life.
If you follow me here for a while, you know it: I tell people:
'Go, and live your life! It's okay! And you can.'
I realized how we continue some childhood pattern and we may feel constantly surveilled, controlled, judged. As if living our own life, as if *just being happy*, as if all these were bad things we shouldn't do.
So I want to invite you to slow down and think:
'What do I enjoy doing?'
And take yourself to that theatre, shopping, into nature, or just see your friends and drink wine together out of joy.
Buy that flight ticket, or relocate where you want to.
Find yourself that job you will love.
Whatever is there within you - you know, that you truly want, but you feel as if it 'wasn't serious enough' - go and do it.
Please.
No guilt.
Enjoy.
You deserve it.
And of course,
#remotework for life, because it enables us to live more fully.
Sam, with love and compassion.
📸 I share greetings from my amazing Tbilisi home in Georgia.
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-01
Today I spoke about the Introduction to Liberland with Michal Ptáčník, our Minister of Justice & Blockchain and legal expert.
If you want to check our recent updates along with the general introduction to the country of Liberland, see my meetup recording:
https://lnkd.in/eGfbXeb4
#liberland #libertarian
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-01
🚀 Meet the DeGameFi Private Club Community
If you are an investor, founder, or C-level executive and you want to know more about DeGameFi Private Club’s membership options, contact us via email or Telegram.
Email - [email protected]
[email protected]
TG - https://t.me/ani_mild
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-01
When our CEO arrived at the office this morning, the first thing he asked was: "Where is everyone?". Well, the answer is simple: event season 💼 🛫
This week, we had the pleasure of attending two amazing events! 🙌 First up was TechChill, a great tech and startup event in Riga 🇱🇻, attended by Roman Nováček, CFA and Matej Luhový.
They had a blast and even got to meet up with one of our portfolio founders, Vlad Zhovtenko of RedTrack.io. And Matej’s highlight? The karaoke night! 🎤 (one day we just might share his on-stage video, who knows 🤫)
The second event of this week was the Startup Central Eurasia Venture Summit in Georgia 🇬🇪 Thanks to its intimate size, Milan Lupač had the opportunity to connect with nearly all attendees, making the event an incredibly valuable networking experience.
Milan’s trip was eventful — from visiting a vineyard 🍇 to speaking on a panel and recording a podcast with Samuela Davidova 🎙️ … to a near-missed flight from Tel Aviv to Prague 😬
A special shoutout to Irakli Kashibadze from Future laboratory, who hosted the SCE Venture Summit, for a lovely experience!
#TechChill #StartupCentralEurasia #venturecapital #startupevent #networking #eventseason #Riga #Tallinn
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-01
This Wednesday I will speak about The [in]stability in the age of unification @ New Economics School Georgia
Does stability exist in nature? Or is it only a socially expected norm and social construct? Is stability anyhow connected to unification and indifference on the individual level?
See you on the 3rd of May at 8 PM at New Economics School Georgia in Tbilisi!
Samuela Davidova will speak about the topic of the [in]stability on the individual and social level in the current unified and normalized age.
Samuela Davidova, a libertarian-for-life will speak about the topic and interconnect the dots between the applicable philosophy and psychological areas. As always in her case, the presentation will be thought-provoking. Discussion is welcomed. The entrance is free. The presentation will be in English.
Join us:
When: Wednesday 3rd of May 2023 at 8 PM
Where: New Economics School, Room 328 of University of Georgia; Merab Kostava 77a, Tbilisi, Georgia
https://lnkd.in/dmUiuJ9M
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-01
Georgia is one of the most low-tax countries in the world! 🌎
With Ilia Kekutia, a local tax expert who used to work for over 10 years at the local Governmental Financial Office [Revenue Service] until he started his own company, we talked about taxation in Georgia mainly for business purposes in my new Liberland in Georgia podcast episodes!
My concerns were also whether the tax situation and legislation are changing frequently, or what to be aware of.
If you'd love to see how the legislation works in one of the countries with the highest economic freedom, make sure to not miss this one!
Video: https://lnkd.in/dR3uGPc8
#georgia #tax #taxation #lowtax #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2023-05-01
'So you say, you want to implement regulations without interfering with the innovations... how's that?'
Thank you for organizing such a quality networking & presentation again, DeGameFi team! 🎉
P.S. If you are planning a trip to Georgia and want to connect your stay with the business / investment perspective, DM me :)
#cryptocurrency #tbilisi #defi #georgia #regulation #libertarian
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-30
What do you do on Sundays?
Well, I couldn’t miss the great networking event at the Axel - Georgian Business Angel Network Investment Ecosystem Conference at Stamba hotel in Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪 💅🏻
It was super exciting to see some very good pitches of the local startups. Georgia goes and grows! 🚀📈
I hope I’ll be soon able to contribute to the infrastructure in some more way than just sharing the awareness on the country’s ecosystem 😈 [something is in making]
Thank you so that I could attend 🙏🏻 Guri Koiava
You did some great job at organizing the event everyone!
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
#tbilisi #georgia #startup #startupscene #business #entrepreneurs #networking #sunday #liberland #representative
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-30
Who are you?
And who do you want to become?
How do you want to be perceived and how do you perceive yourself?
I’ve just shot a VERY insightful, honest course on the Personal branding and self-perception.
It will change the way you SEE and brand yourself, give you encouragement and ready-to-implement way of thinking about yourself, your surroundings and the way you show yourself to the world to see you. 🚀🚀🚀
Very soon to be out! 1 hour and 50 minutes with me.
❤️💅🏻🚀👌🏻
#personalbranding #brand
Stay tuned!
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-29
I was a special guest of the Ayn Rand Center Georgia tonight! I spoke about Questioning the Legitimacy of the State and introduced Liberland.
It was amazing to connect with the likeminded smart people who came to the presentation 🙏🏻 thank you so much for the invite, your hospitality and warmth.
I feel so blessed 🥰🙏🏻
I love what am I doing in my free time so much!
#liberland #publicspeaking #aynrand #libertarian #representative
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-29
Does stability exist in nature? Or is it only a socially expected norm and social construct? Is stability anyhow connected to unification and indifference on the individual level?
See you on the 3rd of May at 8 PM at New Economics School Georgia in Tbilisi!
Samuela Davidova will speak about the topic of the [in]stability on the individual and social level in the current unified and normalized age.
Samuela Davidova, a libertarian-for-life will speak about the topic and interconnect the dots between the applicable philosophy and psychological areas. As always in her case, the presentation will be thought-provoking. Discussion is welcomed. The entrance is free. The presentation will be in English.
Join us:
When: Wednesday 3rd of May 2023 at 8 PM
Where: New Economics School, Room 328 of University of Georgia; Merab Kostava 77a, Tbilisi, Georgia
https://lnkd.in/dmUiuJ9M
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-29
I am speaking tonight at 5 PM at the Ayn Rand Center Georgia :)
Questioning the status quo - as always.
Come at 11 Bidzina BaraTashvili St, Tbilisi
See you around!
#liberland #libertarian #nonconformist
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-29
The [in]stability in the age of unification @ New Economics School Georgia
Samuela Davidova will speak about the topic of the [in]stability on the individual and social level in the current unified and normalized age.
Does stability exist in nature? Or is it only a socially expected norm and social construct?
Is stability anyhow connected to unification and indifference on the individual level?
Samuela Davidova, a libertarian-for-life will speak about the topic and interconnect the dots between the applicable philosophy and psychological areas. As always in her case, the presentation will be thought-provoking. Discussion is welcomed. The entrance is free. The presentation will be in English.
Join us:
When: Wednesday 3rd of May 2023 at 8 PM
Where: New Economics School, Room 328 of University of Georgia; Merab Kostava 77a, Tbilisi, Georgia
#tbilisi #event #philosophy #sociology #georgia #sakartvelo #freedom #rethink #stability #nonconformist
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-28
I want to leave this for my future self & for people who will say one day, that 'I was just lucky'.
On Friday evening, right after finishing my jobs:
* I dressed up to go to a web3 networking;
* without any wine, to drive me back home on a scooter;
* so that I could finish some more accounting in the evening,
* to change the description of the next podcast episode that will be out this Sunday [about Georgian taxation!];
* and to resolve a couple of more emails.
Most of the week, I leave my laptop around midnight.
And I open it as the first thing in the morning, even before I put on my contact lenses.
3 days ago I announced the offered marketing internship and seems I will open not one, but three seats [!!!] because of the high demand, so I could scale up my activities even more while bringing value back to people by educating them.
It's been four weeks since I arrived from Bali / Kuala Lumpur, and it's truly been a ride. I met dozens, most likely over one hundred of new relevant, and smart people; attended and organized several events, gave many speeches, learned many new tools, created new tasks, started sketching two new business ideas, became the CMO of the Liberland Software Foundation and.. oh my, much more. I cannot even count.
My life became very intense and what happens in one week would serve for a lifetime.
I love it.
Every moment of it.
I am incredibly grateful for every person who's around me.
But sometimes, it's truly difficult.
I just want to see this in a year and looking back, I will be surely surprised by where I'll get.
Tiring, but rewarding.
Everything I do empowers me back.
I am my own motivation - and I am the product of what I'm building.
I'm already proud, but I know I WILL be even more.
Keep going.
If you're also on your way, do not give it up.
Hugs,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-28
Georgia 🇬🇪 is an example to the world:
DeGameFi with their monthly Web 3 Founders & Investors Club Meetup invited a guest from the National Bank of Georgia, Papuna L., who introduced the prepared cryptocurrency regulations and next steps.
I am truly proud to see such an initiative to cooperate between the government and the market, especially on such sensitive topics that could have a big impact on the growing crypto-related businesses in the country.
And - for bringing the information to the market leaders first-hand, directly on such a meetup.
Thank you so much for the invitation, Mikheil Didebulidze. It was an honor for me to attend such a great high-end networking event as the Liberland Representative to Georgia, the freest country in the world. We're glad to be improving our connections in the country. I hope to bring in soon our President Vit Jedlicka as well :)
#cryptocurrency #meetup #tbilisi #regulation #cryptoregulation #government #nationalbank #blockchain #web3 #web3hub #georgia
P.S. I know that in the interview, Georgia was humbly mentioned as hope-to-be a crypto / web3 hub, but I believe it already is. Thank you all for the hard work.
P.P.S. If you plan to visit Georgia or move here and you want to connect with the relevant people on the market, DM me.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-28
I admire Stoicism for its depth, but I disagree with it in self-control. I believe in awareness and intention.
Let the water flow.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-28
One book I’ve read most of the times over the past year?
1/ Tao Te Ching - Lao Tzu
2/ Meditations - M.Aurelius
I don’t believe we should reinvent the wheel.
The principles of life are timeless.
Over time, as we get older, we only learn the new interpretations, the new nuances, we see the new perspectives and angles.
Now, you:
Do you read any book more often than once? Which one? Your number one favorite?
I’m looking forward to get inspired by you - I know some very bright minds are among my followers here and I truly value it.
Hugs, take care and have a lovely weekend!
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-28
Tomorrow evening.
Tbilisi.
Is the state a legitimate concept?
Tomorrow, on Saturday the 29th of April, I will question the status quo (my favorite activity).
I am a special guest of the Ayn Rand Center Georgia at their regular Rendez-vous! I will create a specially tailored speech on the topic of the Legitimacy of the State as the Liberland Representative to Georgia. 💅🏻
The presentation will be in English and free of charge.
Format of the event:
My presentation 🚀
Q&A
2 videos
Quiz with prizes 🎁
🎉
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia #libertarian #liberland
FB event: https://fb.me/e/3yaieJpOk
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-28
I got stressed.
Middle of the day.
I got up.
Walked 5 minutes to the park.
I sat down on the beautiful grass.
Watched the trees, bees, and dogs.
Clouds above the head, sunshine, birds.
After 10 minutes, I walked back home. Reset.
#remotework and #async don't only mean I have to be in Bali [despite, I can :)]
It means I can manage my place & time as I want & need to.
It helps me to prevent I'd burn out far too quickly [again].
It allows me to reset as I *need* it, not only on holidays.
I can't imagine I'd walked to the office kitchen 'to reset' where someone approaches you with work-related small talk.
That's not what I need.
I need this 👇🏻
And I am glad I can.
*This is my huge thanks to the companies that support remote cooperation.*
#remotework for life.
I mean it.
Sam
📸 Vera Park, Tbilisi, Georgia <3
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-28
Are you curious about the general overview of Liberland, its tourism, current objectives, and activities? 📈
We've just recently celebrated the 8th anniversary, and it's been a ride!
In a month, we're opening our representative office in #washingtondc.
On Monday the 1st at 7.30 PM at 1890 Business Center, Tbilisi, I will introduce you to how we create a country in the 21st century.
My special guest will be the Minister of Justice, Michal Ptáčník.
See you there!
If you want to attend, DM me, or let's simply meet at 5 Besik Street, Tbilisi.
Sam
P.S. If you want me to make you a private presentation in EN / RU, just let me know. You can also check my Liberland in Georgia podcast on YouTube.
#liberland #libertarian #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo #presentation
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-27
Decrease the number of tools you're using, especially in a small team. This jumping from one to another is tiring.
Before delivering something, think:
Can I simplify it?
This corporate way of thinking and unnecessary bureaucracy is just a nonsense showoff.
#management #async #processes
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-27
I thought it was the end...
...of the second season of the Liberland in Georgia podcast, which I dedicated to the Business Perspective of Georgia 🇬🇪
But then, one very special guest appeared...
He came to the country to discuss investment opportunities here.
So, I:
* Canceled my appointments
* Managed the whole crew to be available
* Made sure everyone is informed as needed
And we will make it happen!
Today, I will be shooting one more episode of the podcast you can watch on YouTube if simply searching for the Liberland in Georgia. It will be out in 2.5 weeks - we still have one episode ready for you for this Sunday: about taxation in the country! 🚀
And the guest? 🙃
You can guess in the comments, or stay tuned 💅🏻
#sakartvelo #tbilisi #business #interview #podcast #representative #liberland
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-26
A new cryptocurrency regulation in Georgia 🇬🇪 is in the making.
I'm glad to have a chance to be attending the private club meetup organized by DeGameFi to know the fresh news first!
Their special guest this time will be Papuna L. - Board Member, Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Georgia, who will speak about the new cryptocurrency regulation in-making. Super thrilled to hear the news on the topic already this Friday.
I am excited to see such initiatives here in the country! Good job, DeGameFi team.
If you're the web3 investor or founder in the field, register at https://lnkd.in/dxEMTAt6 and see you there 💃🏻
#tbilisi #defi #georgia #sakartvelo #investors #meetup #cryptocurrency #regulations #networking #decentralization
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-26
When I was little, I had a few dreams:
First, I wanted to have nice-smelling clothing. I was told that our washing machine cannot process the softener and because the whole family was smoking, I was jealous of my classmates who had clothing that smelled good.
So, of course, now I add a double dose.
Then I hoped I will have fresh food. This was also the first thing I bought when I got cash when I was 15 after a night shift at the bar: I went to the supermarket at 6 in the morning and I bought myself food. I grew up at either instant soups or everyday-the-same-meal from my granny. Sometimes the instant soup was changed for dry spaghetti with the cheapest cheese or ketchup.
The fact I eat today normal things or take myself into the restaurant - seriously, it’s a big deal. I’m not malnourished anymore.
Another wish was that I will do hobbies I enjoy. I will let myself ride horses when I feel like it, or try new sports. And I don’t feel ashamed or guilty doing it and no one can control me and prohibit me from doing it; or make me feel as if I was annoying by doing something I love…
I live in a country where I can afford horseriding or I am trying out new sports and finding out new hobbies. I love it. And voluntarism became part of my ethical values.
And the last one was a dream to have warm clothing. Especially in winter. I even hacked it to the point that I spend winters in warm places. I’m barely ever sick and I am warm. In Da Lat, I bought a warm sweater in the man’s clothing shop and it feels super cozy.
So these used to be my dreams and I made them happen. I’m truly proud of myself for giving myself so much back.
And so little, right?
I know the price of all these.
That’s what made me who I am today.
And besides this, I also travel the world and show people that the potential is much more than we’ve imagined.
Take care.
With love,
Sam
Photos:
2002 - Pisek, Czech Republic
2023 - Da Lat, Vietnam - my favorite city
#remotework for life
I mean it.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-25
Fancy some applicable philosophical thought-provoking evening?
See you on the 3rd of May at 8 PM 😎
Samuela Davidova will speak about the topic of the [in]stability on the individual and social level in the current unified and normalized age.
Does stability exist in nature? Or is it only a socially expected norm and social construct?
Is stability anyway connected to unification and indifference on the individual level?
Samuela Davidova, a libertarian-for-life will speak about the topic and interconnect the dots between the applicable philosophy and psychological areas. As always in her case, the presentation will be thought-provoking. Discussion is welcomed. The entrance is free. The presentation will be in English.
Join us:
When: Wednesday 3rd of May 2023 at 8 PM
Where: New Economics School, Room 328 of University of Georgia; Merab Kostava 77a, Tbilisi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-25
My morning reflection on why we choose around people that hold us back and how our surroundings influence us.
#growth #socializing
Video: https://lnkd.in/dCu8YcQW
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-25
We refused a donation.
We just...
...said no.
We can't do it. 🥺
The guy who offered us the donation made a condition:
He wants us to deliver two of the product features that we interrupted - one was an app for bulk messaging on Signal.
But we interrupted their development:
We run into severe issues that were slowing the functioning and we didn't want to waste efforts and resources on something that might not work.
And so,
We couldn't ensure we can deliver what the donor wants. 🙁
When Jiří, the founder of Liberland Software Foundation told me that he refused the donation, I was surprised.
'Oh, but... that's our first donor in no time. We started working on our global presentation just a few days ago... That's amazing someone came and wants to support our effort.
Also, I think that's great someone wants to support a particular product they want to use,' I was confused. 🧐
But Jiri explained to me the difference between nonprofit organizations and profit products. The similar applies to having investors:
If we were a profit organization, we should meet the conditions of what brings the profit only. This would include the investor’s requirements. It would be much more condition based.
As a non-profit, we will, of course, bring into the world the products and features to meet the needs of our users. However, we can be the idea makers and we can remain neutral. We can create. Be non-conformist. We do not have to be dependent solely on the requirements of those who bring money.
We deliver useful products and apps to people, but we remain neutral. We focus on the execution.
👨🏻💼 We explained the issues to the person who wanted to donate to us.
We thought we lost him, but we knew, that this boundary is essential, because otherwise, we'd never finish our initial objectives...
📩 The client texted us back.
He understood.
And he decided...
...He will share his donation unconditionally and will provide us with resources, the cooperation with one of his developers to deliver one of the tools we were preparing. We will deliver the app he wanted as well! 😍
It is so incredibly difficult, especially, in the initial phases of the projects, to stand for it, but - we truly do.
We stand for our values.
And we will keep going & delivering.
Thank you all for the support, we truly appreciate it :)
For the cooperations, donations, or more details on what we do, contact me or Jiri in DMs or text me at [email protected] 😊
#values #donations #nonprofit #management #liberland #libertarian #software #opensource #development
Photo: Kuala Lumpur
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-24
I offer an unpaid internship for 5-10 hours / week in marketing.
I will teach you A LOT with pleasure and patience & I will give you space to self-express and self-actualize. [I mean it, I am not corporate.]
What I want from you:
* You want to do marketing [like you really want to do it]
* You want to learn [I will show you a lot of stuff and involve you in real-life issues. No more university exercise, but applicable things that are seen globally. I will teach you how to think about personal and commercial brands.]
* You have a device - a laptop would be great
* You are willing to work for about 5-10 hours a week
* As best I wish you were from Georgia [Sakartvelo] - I want to improve my karma and pay the country back with improved work ethics & skills :)
How it will look like:
* You will get my guidance as well as the freedom to organize stuff according to you. I will teach you how to prioritize and improve your time management.
* I will explain the context. Always. You will never get into a thing without understanding the bigger picture.
* You will learn content creation, planning, strategy, repurposing, SEO, Public Relations; organizing things for the personal brand, events, commercial / country representation. This will give you a better perspective on how the market works and what you enjoy the most.
* You will use modern tools.
* If you ever leave working with me, it will be with grace, confidence, and my recommendation - it will increase your chances to get on the job market with ease.
First weeks:
1st week: An overview of the projects we will be involved + tools to check + application setup
2nd week: Strategy - I will talk about where we are heading with each of the projects and what tools we are using. You will get the bigger picture and you're free to advise something too!
3rd week: You will start handing over some first tasks - it may be simple graphics in Canva, tweaking the copy for the website to be SEO-suitable, or learning to work with the repurposing of the content on multiple platforms.
4-5 weeks: You hand over some more of the tasks, we reflect on what you like and what you do not like. I help you improve some soft skills.
6 - X weeks - You create stuff on your own, as per the requirements. You are free to advise your solutions.
~ if the cooperation will be suitable and enrich both sides, I am happy to discuss the paid 20-30 hours / week cooperation together.
Notes:
* Remote-first is preferred.
* Async-first is great. I expect we will have to sync a few times in the beginning.
* I will encourage you to use AI and other tools.
* I bear on my mind your vision. I want you to get where YOU want to get.
* You will LOVE this especially if you are a libertarian, pro-freedom, and want to get involved more in the background of my activities.
Please, send me a few words about what you enjoy, where you want to get in the future [be honest] in the DMs.
#georgia #tbilisi #internship
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-24
🧐 sad aris chemi kartuli pasporti? 🇬🇪👩🏻🍳
One of the greatest things about travels is to try different recipes, products, food around the world - and then implementing what you love the most into your individual personal cultural set you choose.
And, Georgia is totally a place I love to get inspired - amazing food, kind people and respect for women.
It’s always hard to leave to my travels from here!
On the photos, you can see my khachapuri in making :)
What is your favorite thing you’ve learned on the travels?
#khachapuri #babushka at night #kaigogo during the day
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-24
Why got Samuela into communicating more the blockchain technologies?
Well, because the idea behind stands for freedom.
Having control over our resources is essential - and that's what the #decentralization and #blockchain technology promise.
It's the future we live in.
The photo is from the DeGameFi Club Meetup in #tbilisi.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-24
I read and ‘get inspired’ from a very few people - and one of them is Natasha Bahman 👌🏻
She’s a great reminder that normal people get normal results. And especially if we aim for more, we have to escape these ‘norms’.
Ljublju.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-24
Monday Morning anyone?
I took myself overnight to Bolnisi, Georgia. The dogs are barking and the birds singing. Homemade bread smells amazing and the strawberry jam is from strawberries.
God bless for these beautiful places on earth.
📍Bolnisi, Georgia, now
Photo: … me :)😄
#remotework for LIFE
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-22
I am weird
I love the opportunities of the online digital world without borders and limits, as well as I love the present moment I want to move back to offline, off-site, mindful activities. [Why not have both?]
I am that girl that runs mtr or traceroute when she cannot load a site. [and knows what it is]
I love the Asian vibe, the mentality, the *everything*, I love the principles of Tao. I love the fast pace of the busy towns and then rushing into the mountains or the seasides, sitting at the midnight by the ocean, watching the stars, and then driving home.
While I can also love the Georgian purity, simplicity, humbleness, and hospitality. I love the evening talks about both the walnut trees and the newest blockchain stuff.
I love to wear the high-heels and then I love to wear the babushka church stuff, and then hiking shoes and going to the waterfalls alone in the forest.
I love Dubai's cleanness and safety and then I love the imperfectness of the Bangkok and Tbilisi streets. I love the historic French villages as well as the modern nature in the city of Kuala Lumpur.
I love the customer service at the airport business lounges [Qatar anyone?], and then I love to clean the cup after me during the visits of Georgian families.
No matter where I will be, I will be both the simple girl on the inside and the girl that wants something more, because she can.
The more I was resisting both of these, the more I was harming myself. But then I understood it’s okay: I can be both.
I am weird and it’s great. It’s just as it is and everything is in its place.
There is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’.
There is no ‘weird’.
There is no one entitled to say what’s correct:
it only comes from our values and ethics, if we have some.
Be you.
Sam
Photo: I took a friend to dinner in Tbilisi, Georgia. <3 #girlstime
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-22
I have updated my writing on my interest in the post-soviet countries.
Message for you: Follow what YOU * feel * is right
I love you, #georgia #tbilisi for being my home. 🙏🏻
https://lnkd.in/dQ-QXRHH
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-21
Privacy & Security:
Is government the solution or the problem?
You can watch the recording 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/dMcyyAK7
#liberland #tbilisi #speech #publicspeaking #privacy #security
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-21
Next Saturday, on the 29th of April, I will be a special guest of the Ayn Rand Center Georgia at their regular Rendez-vous! I will create a specially tailored speech on the topic of the Legitimacy of the State. 😈
The presentation will be in English and free of charge.
Format of the event:
My presentation 🚀
Q&A
2 videos
Quiz with prizes 🎁
🎉
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia #libertarian #liberland
FB event: https://fb.me/e/3yaieJpOk
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-21
Clean that table.
Yes.
Take that unused notebook and let it find its place.
The pens.
The mirror.
The trash.
The plate and the glass.
Good?
We continue:
Reply to that load of messages in your inbox and discard or archive the emails.
Unsubscribe from those you do not want to receive anymore.
And tell those people with whom you do not want to be in touch, the truth.
Go in your closet.
Take everything you have with both hands and ask:
'Does it bring me joy?'
And if not, without hesitation, throw it away.
Stop surrounding yourself with things causing you harm,
taking away your energy,
and not bringing you joy.
And once you apply this to everything you have in life, then your table will be clear, as well as your mind.
There's nothing else like living life surrounded by things and people, filled with moments and work that brings joy. It changes everything.
And of course...
#remotework for life - at its full potential.
[you can see I live by what I write about..]
Photo: Me @ Bali 2023
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-21
Can I brand myself as a blogger?
Or as anyone else we want to show ourselves like?
I will talk online about how we can easily rethink and start our #personalbranding on Thursday 27/04 at 6 PM CET. You can buy your ticket at https://lnkd.in/de2jDXvi
❤️ looking forward to seeing you grow after my 90 min webinar!
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-20
I wanted to start new cooperations.
But I did a mistake.
A few months ago, I listed all the projects I do or am involved in.
The best thing that resulted from this?
I got a few more followers in my community groups and one question about taxation in Georgia.
-
If you want different results,
the change must come from YOU.
So I started a different approach:
I started asking people how I can help.
I started showcasing not only what I do now, but everything I've already known and learned in the past as well.
I started telling the world to know.
And the result?
* New cooperation opportunities
* New business ideas
* Seeing my strengths anew
If you want to grow apples, you have to plant apple seeds.
With love,
Sam
--
P.S. You can join my 90 min personal branding webinar on Thursday the 27th of April at 6 PM CET - 8 PM GET - buy your ticket at https://lnkd.in/de2jDXvi
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-20
What's the real magic behind getting a full-remote, location-independent role?
Well...
It's not *that* website with remote cooperation offers...
It's not *that* person to follow...
It's not *that* only company...
No matter what you do, you cannot fail to do these things:
* Be good, and keep improving & learning.
* Do something the world actually needs. If you do not know, ask people what they need and how you can help. Or, ask yourself what problems you were resolving yourself.
* Learn from the best ones - in your town or in the world. Have a mentor for guidance to move faster.
* Social proof - ask for a reference, keep the recommendations, and show them. Speak about how people like working with you, what you do, or your products. Show it.
* Show the world what you know - no one will find you locked at home. You have to tell the world what you know yourself. [e.g., Write about your progress here on LinkedIn]
Oftentimes, we try to fit ourselves into some role that's not truly *ours*.
That only leads to resentment and dissatisfaction.
Too much-wasted energy & effort.
There is incredible freedom and self-satisfaction in doing something we love, we are good at and the world needs [and we can get paid for it].
How is this connected to #remotework [for life]?
If you will be very good and irreplaceable, it's a job market:
You ask your conditions.
This is what we should aim for.
Not pursuing an empty remote work condition to prove the world, that we can also be modern #digitalnomads [Oh, if you even knew all the drawbacks it can have - it is not for kids, sorry...].
So:
1/ Define whom you want to become.
2/ Become that.
That's it.
Go for it.
And again,
#remotework for life
With love,
Sam
Photo: Me - I chose my 'home' to be in beloved #tbilisi, Georgia
[I was just getting to the DeGameFi Club event :)]
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-19
See you tonight, Tbilisi. I will talk about Privacy & Security from the perspective of whether the government is a solution or the problem 🙃
Our todays special guest will be Jiří Kreibich who will present the development of the New Email Protocol and the mission of the Liberland Software Foundation . 🚀
#rethink #libertarian #security #privacy #liberland Liberland meetup
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-19
See you tonight at 7.45 PM at Cafe 1890, Tbilisi! 🙃
As usual, I will question the status quo. 💅🏻
This time, I will address the topic of Privacy & Security in relation to Governmental Regulations. [Is government the solution or the problem? 😬]
It is one of our continuous Liberland meetups [#4 official one in the town already! I also did some secret ones 🤫] that are addressing various libertarian topics and question the status quo.
[For the Introduction to Liberland topic, await another meetup. I will also be happy to prepare a tailored presentation for you or your company.]
The Program👇🏻
7.45 PM Open doors
8.00 PM Introductory Speech by Samuela Davidova (that's me), Liberland Representative to Georgia
8.05 PM Welcoming by Thomas, the Co-founder of the 1890 Business Centre where the event is held
8.15 PM Samuela’s Presentation: Security & Privacy: Are Governmental Regulations the Solution or the Problem?
9.00 PM Live call with Jiří Kreibich - presenting the new email protocol invention & Liberland Software Foundation
9.15 PM Q&A
9.25 PM Discussion & Networking
9.45 PM End
Date: Wednesday 19th of April 2023
Time: 7.45 PM
Place: 1890 Cafe - 5 Besik St, Tbilisi 0108
RVSP: [email protected]
The event is free of charge and in English.
We will be happy if you support the new venue where the meetup will be held, and will enjoy some of their beverages. Madloba!
The meetup is being organized at the beautiful area of the 1890 Cafe. As a Liberland Representative, I am truly grateful for your support.
I am looking forward to seeing you around!
EventBrite:
https://lnkd.in/gfTNVD_F
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-18
One of my favorite ways of staying in touch with our Liberland in Georgia Community Followers is...
...a newsletter! ✉️
I didn't have any guidelines when I started as a representative, but I already had an existing database of people's emails to share my updates with. So, I've decided to make the first contact via email people left to me.
From then on, I started sending regular updates every few weeks about my past and future activities and channels.
Despite this PDF download didn't support my emojis, I decided to share my update with you as well :)
My favorite part is the 'monthly libertarian read' since I read about 4 books monthly :) Surprisingly this time I chose a book by Jung.
Looking forward to seeing you around and staying in touch!
#libertarian #liberty #freedom #liberland #newsletter #marketing #campaign #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-18
My Liberand in Georgia podcast activities were featured on the Liberland TV blog. I am happy the podcast has an impact, brings Georgia closer to the people, and lowers the entry barrier for people to move here themselves, or open companies here 🥳
Should you have any questions in relation to life in Georgia or making business here, watch my podcast Liberland in Georgia on YouTube or just DM me!
Take care and viva #sakartvelo, you deserve it.
#liberland #freedom #podcast #PR
https://lnkd.in/dH3ZxPXi
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-18
Tomorrow I will talk about the topic of Privacy & Security in relation to Governmental Regulations. [Is government the solution or the problem? 😬]
It will be one of our continuous Liberland meetups [#4 official one in the town already!] that are addressing various libertarian topics and questioning the status quo.
[For the Introduction to Liberland topic, await another meetup. I will also be happy to prepare a tailored presentation for you or your company.]
What awaits you 👇🏻
The governmental regulations usually come along with the propagandistic narrative that they serve to guard us and improve our privacy and security. However, what’s the real cause of the regulations? In her libertarian talk, Samuela will present examples of GDPR and the prepared Chat Control Law (that would serve to prosecute child sexual exploitation material). After her thought-provoking presentation, there will be a live call with Jiří Kreibich, the Founder & CEO of the Liberland Software Foundation, which is currently developing a new email protocol solution. The aim of the fully-decentralized product is to enable users to regain security & privacy.
The event is free of charge and in English.
We will be happy if you support the new venue where the meetup will be held, and will enjoy some of their beverages. Madloba!
The meetup is being organized at the beautiful area of the 1890 Cafe. As a Liberland Representative, I am truly grateful for your support.
I am looking forward to seeing you around!
EventBrite:
https://lnkd.in/gfTNVD_F
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-18
Liberland In Georgia Podcast Attracts Foreign Businesses Into The Country
To promote shared values of freedom of both Georgia and Liberland, Samuela Davidova, a local representative, decided to run the Liberland in Georgia podcast. The second episode is dedicated to the local business scene and shows the emerging growth of the local startup, and blockchain projects presence.
Samuela Davidova in cooperation with the Franklin Club, a local liberal think-tank, started the Liberland in Georgia Podcast back in November 2022. After the introductory first season where she invited two foreign guests Pavol Luptak and Mariana Sadecka and talked to them about topics such as freedom and parallel society, or brought Georgia into the international context, she decided to continue with the second season.
‘My main motivation to start the second season of the podcast was to promote the emerging growth of the local business scene. I am sure that Georgian projects will be very soon seen on the global level, but there is no content available for foreigners interested in the Georgian business scene.’ Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative to Georgia, explained.
After networking at multiple web3 and business-oriented events in the fall of 2022, Davidova understood the strength of the local community and business scene. ‘Georgian business scene feels like when you see a little kid growing,’ she laughs.
She invited into the second season of the podcast people such as George Paliani, Guri Koiava or Andrew Thornhill. Despite the views of a few hundred, she promotes the podcast on the relevant platforms: ‘I understand it has an effect. It increases awareness and trust in the Georgian business scene. I keep getting messages from the foreign founders that they started seriously considering moving their companies into the country, along with their families. This is a huge success I am ready to help them with,’ Davidova comments.
The podcast is available on Davidova’s Youtube at https://lnkd.in/gambJMfb, or once searching for ‘Liberland in Georgia’. She will work on the distribution on other platforms soon.
The full press release is available at:
https://lnkd.in/gzsftcVv
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-18
Product or marketing? 🧐
The resources are finite.
The priorities must be clear.
With Liberland Software Foundation we were just about to make the first pitch of our core product - NEMP - New Email Protocol, that's now being developed [Github: https://lnkd.in/dmU2u23R].
We didn't have much time left.
And we know, we know...
The website is just *so basic*.
But despite me being a Global Marketing Officer - I do not think that bringing attention to the website or the presentation excessively matters.
It's oftentimes...
a wasted effort.
I believe in delivering value and trust - especially in this age.
You want to make sure you leave the impression you are authentic and real.
And I knew that presenting the product by the founder offsite at the conference - that's true, authentic, and real enough.
We do not need more fancy magic. [I mean we do, but not now.]
'Product,
Product,
P R O D U C T,'
I was texting...
...every day.
[I prefer a working product to a fancy thing that's for nothing.]
But...
Is there an even better way to work with the resources than just the core product vs. the website?
Well, I gotta tell you something...
Jiří Kreibich, the founder...
He's a genius.
'I will move one of our developers for a while just to create the registration form,' he suggested.
😍
Brilliant!
So,
Jiri went to the conference.
Gave an amazing presentation of our non-profit Foundation that's working on various open-source products.
And he directed people to nemp.io where they can already create an account and book the first nicks for the new email protocol / social network platform?
Turning impressions into contacts?
That's just amazing. 🚀
Well - and this is why you want to work with people who inspire you back :)
And yes, we will take care of the website and
I will take care of our marketing presentation. 💅🏻
Did it make you think? What do you prefer, no-product but
P.S. We are open to donations or sponsorships, and conference speeches/interviews.
Photo: Around Liberland & Ark, 2022 - close to where Jiri had recently the presentation. :)
#blockchain #decentralization #software #development #priorities
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-17
On the 29th of April, I will be a special guest of the Ayn Rand Center Georgia at their regular Rendez-vous! I will create a specially tailored speech on the topic of the Legitimacy of the State. 😈
The presentation will be in English and free of charge.
Format of the event:
My presentation 🚀
Q&A
2 videos
Quiz with prizes 🎁
🎉
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia #libertarian #liberland
FB event: https://fb.me/e/3yaieJpOk
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-17
My Floating Man festival speech as the Liberland Representative to Georgia was mentioned in the Liberland TV 19th episode - you can watch the full Liberland TV episode here:
https://lnkd.in/gZqdcxuy
My speech from the Liberland Floating Man festival is available at https://lnkd.in/gP-wUe3j
I created for you a shorter recording of the mention👇🏻. I truly appreciate such a mention next to Glenn Meder 😊
Looking forward to seeing you this summer at the Floating Man Festival Conference!
#liberland #freedom #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-17
Samuela Davidova, the founder of the Freeist concept, gave an encouraging presentation last Wednesday at GeoLab • ჯეოლაბი.
The favorite insight of the attendees?
'I can make happen my crazy ideas without feeling weird.'
It is interesting how people can interpret thoughts into actions.
Sam's brief presentation was about what holds us back from embracing the full potential of remote work.
#remotework is an important step to embrace in broadening individual opportunities.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-16
How does an American feel like living in Georgia [the country]? 🇬🇪
What is it like to do business in Georgia as a foreigner?
Is it easy to integrate culturally?
Are the Georgian government (!) and banks (!!) crypto-friendly?
How is it with the adoption of fintech projects, blockchain, bitcoin & access to technology? Is Georgia truly SO hyped?
😎
YES!
It's THAT bi-weekly Sunday, when a new Liberland in Georgia podcast gets out!
Today, I got for you someone very special 💅🏻
Andrew Thornhill has been residing in Georgia since 2007. He's the person behind more than $1 Billion of payments that have transited through the companies, systems, and programs he developed. 🚀
I am super proud to live in the same country and share a passion for Georgia.
If you want to understand what's the matter about #sakartvelo, the new episode is here for you 👇🏻
#liberland #georgia #tbilisi #blockchain #cryptocurrencies #business #podcast
https://lnkd.in/gs7F8Jwd
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-16
⭐️ Tbilisi ⭐️
On Wednesday, I will question Privacy & Security in relation to Governmental Regulations.
It will be one of our continuous Liberland meetups that are addressing various libertarian topics and question the status quo. [For the Introduction to Liberland topic, await another meetup.]
What awaits you 💅🏻
The governmental regulations usually come along with the propagandistic narrative that they serve to guard us and improve our privacy and security. However, what’s the real cause of the regulations? In her libertarian talk, Samuela will present examples of GDPR and the prepared Chat Control Law (that would serve to prosecute child sexual exploitation material). After her thought-provoking presentation, there will be a live call with Jiří Kreibich, the Founder & CEO of the Liberland Software Foundation, which is currently developing a new email protocol solution. The aim of the fully-decentralized product is to enable users to regain security & privacy.
The event is free of charge and in English.
We will be happy if you support the new venue where the meetup will be held, and will enjoy some of their beverages. Madloba!
The meetup is being organized at the beautiful area of the 1890 Cafe. As a Liberland Representative, I am truly grateful for your support.
I am looking forward to seeing you around!
EventBrite:
https://lnkd.in/gfTNVD_F
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-16
Why do we try to make ourselves fit somewhere we do not belong and thus, cause ourselves unnecessary harm?
TLDR: Be you.
My fresh new article is out 💅🏻
https://lnkd.in/gxb6ab2k
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-15
As the Head of Global Marketing & PR @ Liberland Software Foundation, I care about 👇🏻
* Global Marketing Strategy & Content Execution from scratch
* Broadening the global awareness of the non-profit organization and the product adaptability on the market
* Donation campaigns
* Creating the Leads & Improving The Sponsorship Relations
* Public Relations - Media communication
* Managing the platforms
* Working on the HR marketing of the nonprofit company to find volunteers & enthusiasts interested in supporting the idea & the product
* Community Management
We are now working on the new email protocol - a completely decentralized and secured open-source solution for crossing the gap in secure online communication.
Would you love to support the project?
Contact me at [email protected]
#marketing #management #management #software #decentralization #opensource #nonprofit #liberland
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-14
'Would you compare the blockchain acceptance in Africa to Europe? What are the regulatory conditions?'
Do not forget to invite me to your event if you want someone to ask questions. 💅🏻
I was captured with Giga Anchabadze at the DeGameFi Club event. The next one will be in two weeks already! Thank you so much for the organization and invitation, Mikheil Didebulidze. I am incredibly excited to see new valuable networking opportunities emerging in the country. 🚀
Go, #sakartvelo!
#tbilisi #blockchain #startups #web3
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-14
Next Wednesday I will cover the topic of Privacy and Security from the perspective of the current regulations. They are interpreted as guarding our rights & security, but I will question this narrative. 😈
The governmental regulations usually come along with the propagandistic narrative that they serve to guard us and improve our privacy and security. However, what’s the real cause of the regulations? In her libertarian talk, Samuela will present examples of GDPR and the prepared Chat Control Law (that would serve to prosecute child sexual exploitation material). After her thought-provoking presentation, there will be a live call with Jiří Kreibich, the Founder & CEO of the Liberland Software Foundation, which is currently developing a new email protocol solution. The aim of the fully-decentralized product is to enable users to regain security & privacy.
The event is free of charge and in English.
We will be happy if you support the new venue where the meetup will be held, and will enjoy some of their beverages. Madloba!
The meetup is being organized at the beautiful area of the 1890 Cafe (map: https://lnkd.in/gaA8VEza). As a Liberland Representative, I am truly grateful for your support.
EventBrite:
https://lnkd.in/gfTNVD_F
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-14
KYC anyone?
Follow my thoughts on Twitter at @samremotegirl ❤️
Or here [but here I think I am more correct, so it is filtered a bit)))]
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-14
I was served at the customer support online chat with a human who answers ONE CHAT at a time and sends confusing answers 🫠.
No matter how much we overthink the importance of humans, please... deliver customer service to people first. Thank you. ❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-14
What changes about the parties when you're grown up and when you were younger?
Now we call it networking and instead of exchanging Facebook, we share our LinkedIn. 🥲
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-14
When I describe myself, I also mention my objectives and what I can help with.
It works.
Instead of 'welcome'
I get DMs with 'When can we have a call'. 💅🏻
What's your tip?
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-13
I changed.
And I realized I will feel normal among other people who keep working on themselves.
I wanted to be surrounded by even more like-minded people.
Usually, this comes with more self-expression, speaking to the world ‘hey, here I am and these are my values’ - something I do, indeed, a lot, especially over the past year. And it had a big impact on who’s around me. (And, yay! I am very grateful to everyone.)
But then, I realized the change can also come differently.
If you cannot find yourself a relevant community, you can create it yourself.
I cannot believe we’ll be gathering with the known and new faces already for the third time. I have to say, we usually get to some insightful and thought-provoking thoughts. It always changed something in me and made me see new angles outside the usual every day.
And I am super glad I keep organizing these gatherings.
The format is presentations + open discussion. It’s pretty vague (on purpose) and we do as we feel like.
Feel free to join us tonight! And if you can’t then, there will be another gathering, hopefully, this time, in another few weeks. ❤️📈
[The entrance is free, there are no prerequisites.]
Topics for today:
1/ Samuela Davidova
Deterministic vs proactive vs creative approach to life and its applicability to various areas of life: socializing & direction of the self. (Teaser: Everything is possible.)
2/ Heliya Jalilvand - Mental Health
3/ Alex Pratt - Money magnet
You will learn how modern psychology looks at such issues as success and how to make money in a changing world. You will learn to recognize and determine the main obstacles to success, learn about modern methods of improving business efficiency, and choose the most optimal way to improve personal effectiveness.
1. How to deal with procrastination
2. Is the ban on money a reality?
3. Analysis of success techniques - what works and what doesn't.
#selfdevelopment #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo #selfgrowth #growth #selfawareness #therapy #mentalhealth #gathering #openminded #community
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-13
The non-obvious thought:
The longer you do something, the easier it gets and the less effort is required.
And it's not about the habit.
Once people know you and can connect you with the particular topic / institution / product / niche, you won't be seeking them.
They will seek you.
[but maybe that's just the power of #personalbranding]
👆🏻 I've just realized this because with the right connections, people ask me to speak at their events and I do not have to organize the events myself only or ask for spaces (people offer me their space to speak there).
I do not have to search for an audience, but the audience follows me and wants to listen to me. 🙏🏻❤️
Btw. would you like to learn something about personal branding from me? Like... the magic behind I actually do not spend much time on social media? And how did I enter and network in a new market in half a year without being in the country half of the time?
[Yes, I can prepare a webinar for this, or an off-site event if there'd be enough interested participants.]
#effort
Photo: from my The Freeist presentation for Students for Liberty in Georgia | December 2022
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-13
Make yourself a promise
❤️
From my yesterday’s presentation at GeoLab • ჯეოლაბი at Georgian American University - GAU.
#remotework for life.
P.S. I still have left 3 slots for 8 sessions [2 months] of a mentorship for 1099$ instead of 1904$ 😙 DM me for details.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-13
3 Topics For today's meetup! 👇🏻
1/ Samuela Davidova
Deterministic vs proactive vs creative approach to life and its applicability to various areas of life: socializing & direction of the self. (Teaser: Everything is possible.)
2/ Heliya Jalilvand - Mental Health
3/ Alex Pratt - Money magnet
You will learn how modern psychology looks at such issues as success and how to make money in a changing world. You will learn to recognize and determine the main obstacles to success, learn about modern methods of improving business efficiency, and choose the most optimal way to improve personal effectiveness.
1. How to deal with procrastination
2. Is the ban on money a reality?
3. Analysis of success techniques - what works and what doesn't.
Feel free to bring a like-minded friend or two :)
See you at 7.30 PM
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-12
I pay my assistant extra for the profitable jobs we do together.
Why?
Because that's a motivational loop for me too :)
Very soon she will come back and say 'I want more of these profitable tasks. What should we do?'
Also, this drives her (and mine :))) entrepreneur mindset and shows her the scalability opportunities.
Yay!
How do you broaden and improve the perspectives and drive of your people, huh? And of your own? 🙃
#rethink
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-12
On Saturday the 29th, I will be Questioning the Legitimacy of the State at my presentation tailored to the Ayn Rand Center Georgia
🚀
FB event: https://lnkd.in/ggqVamfy
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-12
Hi everyone!
I am looking forward to seeing you tomorrow.
I will prepare a speech on my empirical observation & philosophical topic of deterministic vs. proactive vs. creative approach to life and how it can be applied in areas like socializing, or direction of self. (Teaser: Everything is possible.)
It will be encouraging and motivational!
Looking forward to seeing you there. Feel free to bring a friend or two! The event is always unusually enriching. Thank you to everyone who's part of it.
#tbilisi #sakartvelo #georgia #selfdevelopment #growth
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-12
See you tonight at 8.30 PM at GeoLab • ჯეოლაბი where I will talk about What holds us back from fully embracing the potential of Remote work. 🚀
Samuela Davidova - renowned Remote Girl residing in Georgia
Samuela is a Remote Work Ambassador, who lives long-term in Georgia. She's promoting Individual Freedom with her Freeist project, which encourages people to rethink their life & work opportunities.
Becoming a Representative of Liberland in Georgia in the summer of 2022, Samuela has been working to broaden nation-state awareness in live events and her podcast Liberland in Georgia. Her primary motivation to become the Liberland representative was her alignment with the country’s values of freedom and her desire to be part of a movement that seeks to broaden perspectives.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-12
I am just preparing some content related to #equality, but I know it will be super controversial.
As a #libertarian, I do not want to be treated differently because of some tags (I did nothing for). They only increase disrespect and point out the differences.
I want to be accepted for who I am & my real effort 🥲
But I have to speak up. #rethink
What's the worst that can happen? 😄
Be yourself ❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-12
What we call the #futureofwork is actually the 'current reality of work'.
Can we stop postponing the progress and *just implement it*?
Thanks.
#remotework for life
Photo: Plane... above Dubai if it made any difference.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-11
I've just prepared my presentation about what holds us back from embracing the full potential of remote work 🚀👩🏻💻
I am super excited to speak in person tomorrow at GeoLab • ჯეოლაბი ❤️
Seems the event is full, so :)
I will at least motivate you in the recording of the event!
P.S. Soon will be out my recording of the Remote Work full potential webinar (finally, I know, I know...)
https://lnkd.in/gmww9QMi
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-11
One guy asked me how many projects I am just working on and it took me a while to get to the magical number of *10*
PLUS
my content for personal branding
PLUS
writing
PLUS
my public speaking.
Haha.
☺️
It's incredible when one does what one loves. ❤️
There's no other secret behind productivity... (Or it's an over-controlled fake that results in burnout and climbing the mountain we do not want to climb (: ).
--
P.S. I have available 4 seats for the 2-month weekly online 1:1 mentorship sessions where I will be happy to address your life & work to full potential and opportunities, make you see yourself, and live at your best.
$1099 for 8 sessions instead of $1904. {At the weekly session cost.}
DM me and I will make you love yourself & choose yourself.
Photo: Last week after the meeting in Impact Hub, Fabrika @ Tbilisi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-11
If I won't be a successful entrepreneur within one year, I will open a cafe and cook over there. {in #georgia of course}
And serve & drink Vietnamese green tea.
And have a cat.
You?
(and I will clean my mirror one day too)
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-11
I am moving today's event to the next Wednesday because I am recovering 🥰
Super excited to see you all!
This presentation will be more dedicated to the libertarian perspective in general. A traditional #rethinking of mine :)))
We will also present the in-making alternative guarding individual privacy & security.
#liberland #tbilisi #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-11
How are the #remotework and #blockchain topics interconnected ? 🤨
You may wonder (or not, that’s fine with me..) why I slightly switched from ‘remote work’-only content to a wider perspective of…
…individual freedom. (And this explains itself.)
Look.
Remote work is not anymore the #futureofwork. It’s the reality. It’s now. 2023.
By considering it the norm, it will become the norm.
Look surprised at the people who say they go to the office and make them seem weird - it’s working :)
However, I never really communicated just remote work.
We all know that it’s… just the work condition. Some people understand it broadens the way we can LIVE (and some especially do so thanks to my content). I show the world how one can perceive own opportunities differently. How to #rethink own conditions at the full scale. Full potential. (At the end of the way, I just want people to be happy.)
But my niche (what I specialize in) is the individual freedom.
It’s something I live.
I embrace.
I teach.
And it’s the message of most thing I do: libertarian philosophy, remote work, travels & exploration (of oneself mainly :), but also blockchain technology, decentralized everything (I especially enjoy applying it to the social topics and rethink the norms)…
I rethink how we can live.
How we can embrace more freedom with simple steps.
How we can live at our full potential if we decide so and get courageous. 🦄
And then of course, as it doesn’t make sense to me to go to the office and work synchronized most of the time…
… it doesn’t make sense to me to:
* wait for the wire transfer for days or weeks (if international) [and on holidays!]
* to not have control over own money
* to having to ask for ‘permission’ and assistance to make transaction with MY money
* to have limits on withdrawal, and transactions with.. my money
* make institutions devaluate my money and control them (I explained this to my grandpa 👴🏻 yesterday and he felt excited, but some people still don’t understand, but it’s fine).
So oooops, I live in my universe where it’s 2023.
You’re with me?
I believe we should move ahead, not backwards 🙃 at least as the individuals, if not on the corporate level.
We are part of what is normalized.
Norms are the social constructs.
So let’s invent & create the norms.
Let’s BE the norm.
💅🏻
With love,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-11
Oh stop please.
All those doubts…
Are remote workers really working?
What if they’ll spend all day on the beach?
Maybe they won’t have Internet abroad…
If you say this 👆🏻 then:
* Just fire people who are not working. And do the same if they sit in the office so you have the impression they do something.
* You seriously have a trust issue. Don’t work with people whom you don’t trust. Ever. Again, even in the office 🙃
* Aren’t you a bit jealous, you, actually? That *they* got the courage to make a step into the unknown?
* Do you actually trust yourself? Seems when one is pointing out to the possible weaknesses of others; then one is actually trying to hide his own (: (don’t answer our loud, but answer to yourself)
* Do not try resolving problems of others (‘what if he wouldn’t have the internet there’). If you have time to think of the problems of other people, then you surely do not think of your own. Trust me: when you start resolving your own 🪲, you won’t have capacity to care about others. And again, others are not your kids, just trust them or don’t work with them at all.
But please,
Pretty pretty please:
Stop demonizing #remotework for life that enables people live at their full potential (if they decide so).
Thank you 😊🙏🏻
[If you don’t know yet, I’ll have the recording of my webinar about full potential of remote work out soon!]
Photo: my *before work* time around Da lat, Vietnam 🇻🇳
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-10
Is there any non-KYC virtual/digital card (can be for crypto/stable coins), that’d be as best invented here in Georgia 🇬🇪 #sakartvelo ?
I’ll check tomorrow the conditions of WhiteBIT საქართველო (despite I expect it to be KYC based), but maybe I’m missing something on the market :)
Foreign alternatives are welcomed in the comments! 👌🏻
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-08
It's my pride to announce that I've just become the Head of Global Marketing & PR for the Liberland Software Foundation.
I will soon announce the game-changing projects we're on!
You can support the activities at https://lnkd.in/ghyrhVM4
We welcome volunteers too! Full-stack developers & testers are sought. 🚀
#liberland
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-08
I am not a good girl and I do not make sense sometimes.
I can be overwhelming, annoying, too loud, too shy, too pretty or not, too whatever. And I do not care anymore. I do not judge it and I do not feel ashamed.
It's me.
And the more I resisted it, the more I hurt myself (and others :).
I do not read my writing right after writing it - I just check Grammarly suggestions and publish it. However, I just feel, that this has been one of the best recent insights summaries, I ever wrote.
Resist nothing.
Love,
S.
https://lnkd.in/g4MeEEWA
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-08
Security & Privacy: Are Governmental Regulations the Solution or the Problem? | Liberland Meetup #4
Tuesday 11th of April 2023 at 7.45 PM
The governmental regulations usually come along with the propagandistic narrative that they serve to guard us and improve our privacy and security. However, what’s the real cause of the regulations? In her libertarian talk, Samuela will present examples of GDPR and the prepared Chat Control Law (that would serve to prosecute child sexual exploitation material). After her thought-provoking presentation, there will be a live call with Jiří Kreibich, the Founder & CEO of the Liberland Software Foundation, which is currently developing a new email protocol solution. The aim of the fully-decentralized product is to enable users to regain the security & privacy.
The event is free of charge and in English.
We will be happy if you support the new venue where the meetup will be held, and will enjoy some of their beverages. Madloba!
The meetup is being organized at the beautiful area of the 1890 Cafe (map: https://lnkd.in/gaA8VEza). As a Liberland Representative, I am truly grateful for your support.
Program:
7.45 PM Open doors
8.00 PM Introductory Speech by Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative to Georgia
8.05 PM Welcoming by Thomas, the Co-founder of the 1890 Business Centre where the event is held
8.15 PM Samuela’s Presentation: Security & Privacy: Are Governmental Regulations the Solution or the Problem?
9.00 PM Live call with Jiří Kreibich - presenting the new email protocol invention & Liberland Software Foundation
9.15 PM Q&A
9.25 PM Discussion & Networking
9.45 PM End
Date: Tuesday 11th of April 2023
Time: 7.45 PM
Place: 1890 Cafe - 5 Besik St, Tbilisi 0108
RVSP: [email protected]
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-08
The individualized society is weaker at the level of the individual.
Most people don't have values at all.
My new writing based on the recent correspondence is out:
https://lnkd.in/gZnzdtc9
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-08
The individualized society is weaker at the level of the individual.
Most people don't have values at all.
My new writing based on the recent correspondence is out:
https://lnkd.in/guvquPEw
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-08
Is there a payment gateway that accepts fiat and you as a company can withdraw crypto? 🧐
#cryptocurrency #payment #fintech
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-07
👩🏻🚀 Tbilisi! 🚀 Next week's calendar & my presentations: 💅🏻
Tuesday 8 PM @ 1890 Cafe - Security & Privacy: Are Governmental Regulations the Solution or the Problem? | Liberland Meetup #4
Wednesday 8.30 PM @ GeoLab - The Freelance Potential (title in making) - I will speak in English about what holds us back from fully embracing remote work potential.
Thursday 7.30 PM - Self-Development meetup. I want to talk about the community & my applicable philosophy of deterministic vs proactive approach. Additional speakers are welcome. (Still haven't decided about the space. Will keep you posted at my Self-development community Tbilisi 🚀 | თვითგანვითარების თემი თბილისი 🇬🇪 - DM me for the link).
Hope to see you around!
P.S. Do you want to create some events together / do you want me to speak somewhere? Let me know and let's see what we can do!
P.P.S. Once I will have the event links / descriptions ready, I will update you!
#sakartvelo #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-06
'I am human.'
That's one of the best phrases that recently gave me the most self-compassion (and compassion for others as well).
Yours?
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-06
Wow! Did you know?
https://lnkd.in/gqm4m8Aj
:O
I’ve tried the command and it’s real! I’m curious about the aim behind this initiative.
Thoughts?
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-06
My favorite company red flag?
'We are like a family.'
No.
Work is not your family.
Most of my friends are from my past cooperations.
And it was super toxic.
You are at work - you talk about work.
You are after work - you talk about work.
It's the weekend - you talk about work.
You burn out.
Surprise?
Have a life outside work.
And get yourself a cooperation that will encourage you to do so.
#balance #remotework for life
❤️
Share with me your favorite red flag in the comments :)
Photo: My 'after-work' time in Bali :)
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-06
Be real.
I believe authenticity, experience, and human contact will increase their value in the next weeks. #ai
Therefore, I double the price for my 1:1 sessions and long-term mentorship from May 2023.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-05
The real benefit of remote work people don't talk about
v.1
Going for groceries during the day without the queues!
Oh and driving there without the traffic 🥹
I know that most people living regular life cannot even imagine it, but it is REAL! And I forgot it exists until I went fully remote.
When I arrive at the shops, they are usually clean and without many people. The products are nicely ready-to-buy and I can take my time with shopping, while I do not wait for many people in the queue ahead of me.
My life feels much more peaceful.
Of course, you can also order groceries to be delivered to your home, and then, you won't wait for so long, or you can use the cheaper time slots (this depends on where you are located). Or in some countries (like in SE Asia), you most likely do not even buy groceries, but go into a restaurant, because it costs less than 4$ :)
What's your favorite non-obvious benefit - the way how remote work changes your life? Let me know in the comments.
#remotework for life
Photo from my Tbilisi (Georgia) life where I brought with me the Vietnamese way of life (:
P.S.
I will soon have out my webinar recording on the topic of the Full Potential of Remote work that will make you understand how you can make the most of it (it includes the necessary 'What holds us back' part!)
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-04
My secret for being productive?
Getting rid of what doesn't serve me.
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-04
One of the recent updates from Liberland I'm really proud of is the decision to...
...invite the citizens to our regular calls! 🙏🏻
Today's call was dedicated to the topic of the Minarchist form of government, introduced by Keaton Brumley and Michal Ptáčník. Thank you so much for the broad context of the topic, especially in relation to our Liberland Constitution (feel free to share your comments on Git Hub).
Especially I liked the idea of project-based taxation and the planned taxation platform where the citizens can choose what they want the money to go for. 👏🏻
I am truly grateful to be part of such a project questioning the status quo and showing the world that things could be done differently. Thank you for unifying such likeminded people around the globe, Vit Jedlicka 🚀 And for the opportunity to be the Representative to Georgia 🇬🇪
#liberland #constitution #rethink #community
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-04
What are Remote Girls doing in the evenings?
What else...
...than...
Attending the Axel - Georgian Business Angel Network Metaverse-based Investment Meeting! Amazing job, Guri Koiava & Sesili Mebonia 👩🏻🚀 👨🏻🚀 🚀
The amount of local 🇬🇪 attractive networking events & startups is getting overwhelming!
As a Liberland Representative to the country, I am excited to see that many bright minds and soon-to-be global businesses in Georgia.
Thank you, everyone, for every such event.
Keep going! 🚀
I hope to help out with some more visibility for the projects in the very close future too. (😈 Yes, I am working on something at night now.)
#metaverse #sakartvelo #georgia #startupscene
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-04
In Sakartvelo (Georgia 🇬🇪), things are still getting done quickly.
Why?
One doesn't have to think about all the compliances that must be fulfilled first but can focus on getting the business done.
Yes, something is in progress 🙃
🇬🇪
Photo: Kazbegi, Georgia
#sakartvelo #georgia #business #easeofdoingbusiness
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-04
My amazing assistant created for me this amazing Linktree because my content distribution channels and projects are growing!
https://lnkd.in/gX8bptQV
So, if you prefer other platforms, you might find a different content there 💅🏻
P.S.
Did you know that:
* I run my community of Liberland in Georgia on Facebook where I share updates?
* I run my own self-development community and organize related meetups in Tbilisi, Georgia? (I will organize one next week!)
* On my Instagram, you can find much more of my photos from my travels, and more personal experiences? Maybe I should add them here too! What do you say? 😊
And of course,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-04
Creating content on the global level is much more fun than on the local level.
Proportionally, if I'd create content just for the Czech market (I am Czech), it'd take me the same time, would be much less fun (and more corrected, meh), and I'd get much more haters (in %). English is a good filter for some particular people. :)
The same works for the distribution channels. I've just started Twitter. It takes me just an extra minute to adjust the relevant content for the format. And soon, I can automate it too.
I do not necessarily have to create a complete content plan for each platform. I just share it as I feel it's more or less relevant. However, even these 'limits' will be lifted soon - I can see that a big proportion of my LinkedIn content is far too serious to 'fit' into the LI norms. However, I want more of 'myself' in it.
Especially in these days where you can 'educate' people with AI-created content, I find the humanity, experience and just this people element and authenticity much more valuable. What an amazing time to be ourselves! (Thoughts?)
Photo: flight from Kuala Lumpur > Qatar )) (one of those 'felt cute, might delete later')
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-04
Wow! 🚀
Dear Liberland supporters,
It's my greatest pleasure to share some exciting news with you! Let me provide some details of our recent activity on the global level from one of my Liberland colleagues in the US:
The President and Cabinet of Liberland would like to share very good news ahead of our anniversary. Our friends in the Illinois House of Representatives have just submitted a Resolution to the General Assembly recognizing the Liberland Republic. This is a huge win for our diplomacy - Illinois is a very important US state with a population of over 12 million and a GDP of 1024 trillion dollars.
#liberland #community #representative
https://lnkd.in/gjKjEgiJ
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-04
You can newly find me on Twitter! @SamRemoteGirl
https://lnkd.in/g4P7Yyp7
Samuela Davidová
2023-04-01
It's my incredible pleasure to be back as the Liberland Representative to Georgia. And, I've already attended the first event since I am back yesterday - the DeGameFi Private Club Meeting 🙏🏻
Thank you incredibly for the invitation, Mikheil Didebulidze.
It was an exciting opportunity to meet the young professionals from the web3 industry in the country. And, I was truly amazed to see the number of various projects here - brought in by both locals and foreigners who fell for the country as much as I did.
DeGameFi did their work incredibly well and invited here Marco Dal Lago, the Head of Expansion Tether.to & Bitfinex. It felt inspiring to hear about the adoption of cryptocurrencies around the world - all together with their Plan B Lugano initiative (see planb.lugano.ch)
So far, it goes even better than I expected. I've heard about the new events coming in the country and I cannot wait to attend them, and hopefully speak at some of them as well. It's my honest and humble pleasure to see how the projects are growing around.
Madloba didi. 🙏🏻
I cannot wait to see you all at our next Liberland in Georgia meetup (I am just preparing the structure) and at the next events. Let me know if you think there's an event I should not miss.
#sakartvelo #liberland #georgia #events #networking
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-30
'Kids are playing outside in Kuala Lumpur city center and obviously, they have fun. Kids like to have fun - so as adults like to have fun, they just forgot it.'
🙏🏻
My new article on patience as suffering.
#individualphilosophy
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-29
Who / What am I?
Ok, I get it. People are confused by my profiles and activities. Let me summarize it a bit.
Origin: I am Czech.
Now: I live in Tbilisi in Georgia, I know Russian (I’ve learned it myself), and English, and maybe I remember some French too. My Slovak is funny (ale tak preco nie).
I am 27. But I feel the older I get the younger I am.
I am a thinker & doer. Multidisciplinary, with a bigger picture perspective, questioning the status quo. Driven. Productive. Delivering. I grow (and people around me usually grow as well). I learn and read and speak. I travel — not as a runaway *anymore*, but as an observation. And sometimes I come back home, but I found home mainly in myself. (Self-fulfillment is key to all the doors.)
*my* thing is the individual freedom topic. My complex thinking gives it new angles. And I talk about them (and I will talk and write about them much more in the near future).
Where I am now:
I represent Liberland in Georgia. I have a podcast related to this. I work in an IT company. I run my own communities (one Liberland related, one self-development related). I do public speaking — I usually give unusual perspectives on the norms and accepted narratives.
I have an assistant to focus on what’s authentic to me. I am still in progress, as we all are (but only if we admit it; now I am laughing out loud at how true is this). I write, I speak, I learn, I read a lot, I go out, I hike, I travel when I feel like it, I work, I make money and I enjoy it, I like chess and red wine but I do not feel much like drinking because I do not have a reality I would like to run away from.
Where I will be soon:
I will work on what I enjoy the most — Business Development, or as the Product Owner. Or I will just give the marketing perspective on anything I do as I do it anyway. (Do you want me? DM me.)
I will be selling my courses and books on the full potential of remote work and embracing individual freedom based on accepting the responsible approach.
I will do even more conference speeches around the world. I will inspire even more people to live their life. (Surprisingly, people do not do it.) And most likely my approach will save and improve the lives of thousands. (I am pretty sure about this.)
Soon.
I will keep sending this to all those ‘what are you actually doing and who the hell you are’ messages I keep getting.
And of course, I am libertarian, pro-decentralization (or ‘pro-interdependency’ as I explain the connection in the recent interview), pro-freedom (that’s also about responsibility).
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-26
Be real.
Be human.
While people get obsessed (and surprised, if you haven’t studied it) with new AI tools, no one talks about how to create value as a human.
‘‘AI generated?’ Photos’ may mean the new ‘nice shot’
So what is actually our added value?
What should we focus on?
I believe it’s authenticity. It’s what makes us human. The spontaneity. The real creativity that goes beyond the obvious.
Delegate the boring and repetitive.
Get more efficient.
And search for your true passions - express yourself authenticly to the world.
What’s truly *yours*? (And sadly now I can imagine most people don’t even know what I mean because they were doing non-sense office work that can really be outsourced to AI).
I believe this is what will last:
* human touch ~ being real (with the good and the bad, with the experience, honesty)
* social events (the more real the better; I think even this will be compensated in the future with VR, so focus on the off-line time value)
* authentic expression - art (this, I believe, will still include writing. Not the SEO articles, but what’s beyond the obvious.); public speeches; philosophy related to the current age with its own issues - applicable as best (that’s what I focus on at night if you ask)
I am not much fan of the online world in general - to me there’s still *something* missing.
We can thus fulfill this *something*.
Don’t fight the progress:
Understand your value within.
What do you believe is the real human added value we can provide? I’m really interested in your thoughts!
#thoughts #ai #futureofwork #future #futuristic #authenticity
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-24
I have to admit it.
I really love travels.
I love spending most of the year in the summer weather.
I love exploring the world because thus I explore myself. I observe a lot. I learn a lot.
But yet,
I need one base.
One particular place where I am building - physical communities, connections, where I network. (And pay taxes :)
One particular place where I am returning.
Fortunately, thanks to my #remotework for life approach, I can choose this base too!
I totally loved the vibe, people and nature of Bali.
I loved spending last 2 months in summer - in Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia.
But now I feel I miss spring.
And so, I’ll go back.
Back to my beloved Georgia.
The country I could choose to become my home. 🙏🏻
That’s the freedom - freedom to move as we feel like. To move at our best, as per our needs; without interfering our work cooperations.
I’m very grateful to live in 2023 and for the opportunities this world has to offer. 🙏🏻 I wish more people understood and made use of the full potential of remote work.
> and you will have this opportunity too. Very soon will be out the paid recording of my live webinar! Stay tuned.
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-23
Again and again:
The most difficult moments.
The most uncomfortable situations.
The most unpleasant decisions.
All these 'bad stuff' usually have the best outcome for our life if we can embrace them the right way.
Go.
❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-22
There will always be people who will invalidate your successes and discourage you from what you are doing. There will be people who are envious of you. There will always be someone who will try to destroy what you achieved because he compares to you, instead of embracing his own journey.
Never let anyone put you down.
Never.
Surround yourself with those supporting your art. Empowering you. Helping you out, if it is needed.
Create yourself an environment where you are the norm. Otherwise, you cannot thrive, but you'll be only constantly defending yourself. Don't waste your energy.
I wrote more about the environment importance here:
https://lnkd.in/gU4jSK8a
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-22
There will always be people who will invalidate your successes and discourage you from what you are doing. There will be people who are envious of you. There will always be someone who will try to destroy what you achieved because he compares to you, instead of embracing his own journey.
Never let anyone put you down.
Never.
Surround yourself with those supporting your art. Empowering you. Helping you out, if it is needed.
Create yourself an environment where you are the norm. Otherwise, you cannot thrive, but you'll be only constantly defending yourself. Don't waste your energy.
I wrote more about the environment importance here:
https://lnkd.in/gU4jSK8a
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-22
Join my recurring #1 Livestream covering various issues people are facing when it comes to Remote Cooperation. My first free live stream will be held next Wednesday at 3 PM CET - 6 PM GET & will cover the topic of 'What to do if the company doesn't support remote work'.
I will talk about its nuances, what could be done, and what is not worth it. I will provide various examples of different industries I have experienced myself.
The live stream will be free of charge. Should you have any other questions related to remote work, let me know. I will be happy to cover them in the next live streams.
If you think of any way how we could cooperate, let me know.
Make sure to join, set yourself an alarm & follow for the next live streams - this will be a recurring event.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-22
How I went from managing high-end bars (hospitality) to fully remote cooperations 👇🏻
I was 19, just finishing high school, studying for the school-leaving exam in 3 foreign languages. Every day, right after the classes, I took a tram and jumped into the evening shift till midnight. When we closed, I took a night tram and made one or two more Duolingo rounds (language learning app) until I reached my home and fell asleep.
And again.
Sundays were days off — days for studying.
At some point, I understood I can’t do this anymore. I was sick from the hospitality environment, late-night shifts, long working days (some days meant 16–20 working hours a day when I was not at school). I burned out, I was overwhelmed and I had to leave. But what’s next?
You can read the full article at https://lnkd.in/ejw-v2kQ
Freshly out. My whole story. Honest. Raw.
If you need a reminder that the journey is never straightforward and can be long, here you got it. And it's not the end yet.
Get some popcorn ready and hit 'follow' if not yet. Or at least if you want to read some more posts of one motivated & motivating :) young lady (me).
#remotework for life ❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-21
🤫 Guri Koiava told me his insights on the start-up scene evolvement & investment in Georgia 🇬🇪, the gaps it has, and what potential remains unfulfilled! 👀
As I keep improving my video editing skills - the little teaser awaits you right here in the video 👇🏻
The whole video is hopeful, true, real, human.
Exactly the way I like it :)
Context:
I live in Georgia 🇬🇪 (the country) for 2.5 years, and as its Liberland Representative to the country, I run my own podcast that goes out bi-weekly. The second season (the one that's out now) is dedicated to the Geogrian Business Perspective - after attending tons of local business events, I was lucky to meet many driven libertarian smart entrepreneurs.
Georgia feels now like a little kid that's rising like crazy.
The start-up scene is just like this: 💥🚀📈.
And I want the world to know. 😎
Thank me later.
And let me know how you like it!
Share it with all those interested in knowing how business works in Georgia - or those interested in investing in local start-ups with some great minds. 🧠
Enjoy the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gunhTzwQ
#remotework for life - of course
but also #sakartvelo #interview #liberland #libertarian #business #investment - go! 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-20
I want to leave this little memory | mémoire | here to look at this satisfied girl every time when I’ll think of giving up.
It was after 1 AM, I felt exhausted - but in a different way, the exciting way. When you know you gave away but in a way that recharges you. When you give and the process gives you back. When you enjoy what you’re doing. When you love what you created. When you know you can change the way people see their opportunities, or how they think about the world or what is possible, how things work.
I was after my second live webinar focused on the financing perspective of remote work.
‘I got some 4 pages of notes.’ Said the guy.
And I almost wanted to start crying out of happiness because most people after my speech just go silent and process what I say. (That makes sense too.) so I don’t have enough feedback that’d be like ‘yes! You set it well / give me more this and that’. Just sometimes ‘wow’, or ‘insightful’ or something like this. But even this is.. just great. Every single word, every single thought, everything - it’s like another kick to ‘go girl, keep going’. And those who say ‘oh you don’t need the confirmation from outside’ are lying. It’s a dopamine hit. A big one. It says ‘what you’re doing matters. It has an impact. It changes the people’s perspective.’
We can (and should) totally give ourselves confidence, awareness, appreciation. But if we do something for people - which hopefully we do, otherwise what would it serve? - then hearing back is important.
Speak back to your favorite artists, people who influenced you or had an impact on you. It makes one’s day. It matters.
P.S. the recordings will be out soon.
#remotework for life
❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-19
When you really want to be on time at work but your neighbors are exorcising the ghosts…
#remotework issues
What’s your excuse?
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-19
I will analyse your #remotework problem for free.
Write me in the comments under the post some of your issues related to remote work:
- what holds you back?
- what you’re afraid of?
- what scares you about full potential of remote work?
- why you can’t make use of the remote work at its fullest?
- what issues are you facing when it comes to work condition?
I will analyse your issue. Ask for more questions if needed and then share the solution as a whole post.
So your problem will help to prevent with the issue to thousands of others around the world (I have over 11 thousands of followers and 200k+ monthly reach).
Make sure to follow me to find out the solutions to problems of people from all around the world. Share with friends who may participate and I could help them too!
And of course,
#remotework for life
P.S. text me if it’s okay to tag you at my future post as a reaction to your issue. It could show your current or future employers that you care about your growth and education when it comes to the remote work condition at its best. And of course - that you’re learning from the best. 💅🏻 (But I totally respect it if you want to keep it in the comments only) :)
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-19
It's freshly out!
For you. With love.
I'm very proud of this one new blog post. Yay.
It's about the need for community, what holds us back from pursuing the life and people we want (here I address the fear of being left alone), and other 'securities'.
I explain why it's necessary to go our own way and find or create our own surroundings that don't tear us back down.
Take care of yourself!
And if you want to support my writing, I always get a great dopamine hit if you do so. Please, buy me a book here - I read a lot - https://lnkd.in/eJM8rbtu
The Article: https://lnkd.in/gU4jSK8a
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-17
I did it.
After months of preparation, improving the concept, rethinking it, learning, reading dozens of books to go even deeper and broader, traveling, observing, writing, presenting, and implementing the feedback, I did it.
You can join the first The Freeist Weekend Academy Marathon on the 1st and 2nd of April.
Tickets: https://lnkd.in/g69v95-s
I came up with the concept of The Freeist a year ago.
I've realized I LIVE individual freedom. I've adjusted my mindset and conditions to be 100% able to leave in case of need. Anytime. And to know where.
I've understood that through truly accepting responsibility (full-scale, no blaming, no excuses), I can broaden the opportunities in life. Intentionally. And that this is something I can teach others as well.
And so I did.
I gave live speeches on the concept or on parts of them.
I show thousands of people around the world how certain conditions or mindset broadens the opportunities they have in life (hi, '#remotework for life').
It's time to bring it to the next level.
I want to take this chance to become #thefreeist, to #rethink own opportunities to anyone around the world - that's why I come up with this Live Online Academy (I can make it in your town or free-minded company even off-line, just DM me).
The book is in progress.
The academy will take place once a few months. But if you won't make it now, you will have to wait.
After one of the after-presentations notice from the auditory, I must mention that "it's not easy". And there is no way back in the mindset.
Until Sunday the 19th of March 2 PM CET, you can make use of the early bird pricing. Enjoy.
For Conference presentations, DM me. (Anything freedom or libertarian-related is relevant.)
If you think we can cooperate, DM me as well.
I am Sam, #thefreeist
#learning #mindset #opportunities #freedom #individualfreedom
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-17
Don't try to push evolution backward. It's not working.
Learn the lesson and move on. Make people live at their best to deliver you the best results.
#remotework for life
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Join my live webinar this Sunday 19/03 on how to make the most of remote work without ruining your wallet:
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-16
I won't give it up.
I will persist.
I really wanted to help people - I inspire them for years with my free content. I show them possible directions, where they can go, and what they can do. I show them the opportunities and how they can broaden them.
I felt I have to go my way, and so I was thinking about what is truly mine. And it surely is education, public speaking, mentorship. Providing value from my own unique experience, and complex point of view. Instead of short pieces of information on social media, I could create my own full webinars. I also plan The Freeist Academy on how to broaden the opportunities we have in life.
I want this to serve people. I want to make sure I do my best to provide value, insights, to make people think differently.
This Sunday I have a webinar on how people with remote work can avoid unnecessary costs & benefit financially from the condition (the tickets are still available here https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM).
Have I promoted it enough? Maybe not.
Have I been speaking enough about it? Maybe not.
Could I do better to market it well? I think so.
But yet, I know I will do my best to ensure the content will make people think differently. That's my value.
And maybe, my future programs, my future academy, will sell better. Maybe not. Maybe I will have to change the strategy, do things differently, or maybe people are interested in another content (what would you love to learn from me?).
It's okay.
It's my journey and I am on my way.
Maybe I will market it better now, maybe not.
But surely I will be here. Listening to what people need. And I will never turn back towards it. I'll do my best to help. To create value. That's my journey - to help broaden individual freedom. The opportunities. The mindset.
On my way. Wish me luck.
Yours,
Sam
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-16
Thank you all for your care, dear managers. We can do it.
Can we?
Please, those capable - comment that you got this :)
#remotework for life
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Join my live webinar this Sunday 19/03 on how to make the most of remote work without ruining your wallet:
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-15
Socializing is a big thing.
It's not working the way companies try to 'save' us.
Companies want to 'resolve the socializing' on behalf of their workers, but... that's not the way it works. And it's not the question for digital nomads only - but for all human beings.
In my new episode, I go deeper into the topic, I interconnect the dots, and resolve the root cause. I will talk about:
- Self-fulfillment
- Emotional decentralization
- Passive (deterministic) vs active approach to socialization
- Acceptance
- Hyper-Correct Toxicity
- Compliance
- Codependency vs interdependency vs independence
Hope I bring you to some new thoughts. Let me know how you like it!
#remotework for life, of course.
#hr could like it. Cheers!
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-15
How do you socialize as a remote worker?
Much better, thanks.
#remotework for life
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Join my live webinar this Sunday 19/03 on how to make the most of remote work without ruining your wallet:
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-15
So many people miss the point.
There is no perfect country in all aspects.
None.
However, there are many places worth visiting - and even worth relocating.
We tend to stay in the comfort of the known, but without exploring, we cannot ever see there is much more potential in the world. When we say we'd never moved out, it's often speaking the unconscious fear. And it's normal to be afraid - relocation or travel on one's own is frightening at first. However, it shouldn't limit one. (Which we are often not aware of.)
Take care and keep exploring - the world and yourself.
Sam
#remotework for life
P.S. Very very soon will be out my webinar recording on the full potential of remote work. I will teach you think differently about the opportunities you have and show you practical how-to. No more excuses, the world is yours. All my secrets in one place. Make sure to follow to not to miss out! 🚀
📍Bali, Indonesia
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-14
You can be sure only about one thing.
No matter what you do.
There will always be that one thing.
And you will never be good enough to limit this.
It’s judgments of others.
It’s the projection of their internal fears, guilt and shame. (It’s not yours.)
There will always be someone telling you how you should live (ooops, I don’t accept a parental role of a random commenting person).
Always, no matter what you do and achieve, there will be someone telling you how you got it wrong.
Oh and especially there will be people who will try to tear you down on their level with their hidden envy. (‘Good luck with the prices during the tourist season.’)
These people deserve exactly 0% of your energy and time.
Let them live their life the best way they can themselves. Zero relevance for yourself.
Take care all of you and I wish you had a good time in your life. So do I have. There’s a lot of potential that deserves to be fulfilled.
I’m too busy with fulfilling mine :)
#remotework for life
📍Canggu beach, Bali, Indonesia 🇮🇩
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P.S. I’ll offer very soon a recording from my webinar on the topic of the full potential of remote work condition.
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-14
What’s again the reason to live and stay in Europe for triple price and lower value?
Maybe I’m missing some point…
🙃
#bali
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-14
The difference that remote work brings is that we have the option to choose. We can relocate, but we don't have to. We can travel the world, but we don't have to. We can live much better outside our work if we want to - but of course, we can stay in our homes.
It's the optionality that counts.
The opportunity to choose.
That's freedom.
#remotework for life
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Join my live webinar this Sunday 19/03 on how to make the most of remote work without ruining your wallet:
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-13
Digital nomads have socializing issues!
.
.
.
What a ridiculous statement.
It has nothing to do with digital nomadism.
Watch my video and resolve the socialization problems forever.
Whether you are a remote worker or not, maybe you're just afraid to step towards your dream lifestyle because of socialization. You may have the problem creating new connections. Possibly, you're scared of being alone.
All of these are fine!
In my new video, I am interconnecting the dots for you and bringing a new root-cause perspective on socializing.
Let me know your thoughts in the comments.
Take care!
Sam
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-13
I can live much better at a lower cost. I understood this only thanks to the freedom Remote Work offers. It's much more than sitting at home.
What have YOU learned thanks to the remote work condition?
#remotework for life
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Join my live webinar this Sunday 19/03 on how to make the most of remote work without ruining your wallet:
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-12
What we are not changing, we're choosing. If we want remote work, we can't make a step back.
#remotework for life
Join my live webinar next Sunday 19/03 on how to make the most of remote work without ruining your wallet:
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-11
"Why you just do not find a rich guy?"
One guy just texted me this in reaction to my future webinar where I want to teach people how to live well while not ruining their own wallets with remote work.
Well,
The truth is that even if I had a rich guy, I'd be doing this :)
My way of living
Doesn't mean living in hostels.
It means to live well, but not wasting money on the unnecessary.
Anyway, seems the webinar will be especially useful for those who don't plan to find their sugar daddy and want to live well, and freely, being aware of what's not worth wasting money on.
See you next Sunday 😎
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-11
I could never return back to office life rat race. Never. I know that I'd go against myself. Against my soul. I can only perform well at work if I live the way that suits me. That's the real balance. Not the corporate buzzword.
#remotework for life
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Join my live webinar next Sunday 19/03 on how to make the most of remote work without ruining your wallet:
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-10
I've been creating free content related to remote work for the past two years.
I shared my insights, tons of tips, and recommendations.
I inspired thousands of people to follow their own path.
Two years when the first thing I read in the morning is the new second-citizenship option or the new visa in another country, or the improved situation somewhere, or the destination investigation; or self-development, sociology, psychology, politology or economics - to understand the world, myself and others.
And after the hours spent on learning, observations, and bringing all this together in a new narrative - here we go, I started asking for money for all that effort put in:
I offer 1:1 sessions, which are still cheap, considering the fact that I teach something I live 24/7 the way to be applicable anywhere.
I also started thinking of the educational concepts - next Sunday I'll have a webinar on how people can save $$ on travels while living their best life; I will soon go our with the recording of the webinar on the full potential of remote work; and I am preparing The Freeist Academy - interconnecting the dots in the multidisciplinary perspective to help people broaden the opportunities they have in life. And the book will be next.
I do not feel 'ashamed' for asking for money for my effort and time. I still create free content, and I inspire, but I believe there is a certain balance. As I also pay for my development my own 'guide', as I pay for the many books I read (I read 1 book per week), as I do a lot of volunteering, a lot of individual freedom promotion, a lot of presentations - it's the same time to get in return for my efforts. Of course, only by those, who are interested.
I did a lot so that I could offer people to 'learn from the best' on the global market.
And I keep learning every day - be it the work week or the weekend.
No, I do not think I should feel guilty or unkind for offering an extra-paid service for a few dozen of dollars; especially if tailored to the particular person, or 'just' saving people's time thanks to what I've learned over the years of experience.
With love,
Sam
Photo: Saigon, Vietnam
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-10
The opportunities are endless.
I show them the world. I rethink the opportunities we have and I teach people how we all can broaden the opportunities in life.
Follow me for more
#remotework for life perspective
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-09
Last 24 hours of the early-bird ticket on my next-Sunday webinar where I will teach you how you can lower your costs with the remote work condition, how not to ruin your wallet with the travels, and how to financially *benefit* from this! 🚀
Make sure to save your seat to save a lot of $$ in the future 💰
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-09
How do I manage budgeting as a digital nomad? What do I think of the costs? How do I benefit from the lifestyle and how do I resolve the cooperation? How do I make money to cover my expenses?
I just created a new video for you where I openly cover all these questions! The inspiration to make this came from a guy I am mentoring and I am happy to bring this perspective to you all!
Next Saturday, I will be speaking about all the benefits you can have from going fully remote - how you can cut your costs when it comes to the digital nomad lifestyle. You can still get your early bird ticket here: https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Enjoy!
#remotework for life
https://lnkd.in/gpYad86D
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-09
Buy the early bird tickets till Friday 2 PM CET - 8 PM Vietnam time.
It will pay you out million times over a lifetime.
I'll address the financing-related topics that will change the way you see travels with the remote work opportunity.
Enjoy and #remotework for life
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-08
I wish all the women today to be brave to do things.
I wish they were not judged or compared or mistreated.
I wish them to keep enough energy for themselves to make themselves happy. - Because that's what makes the world beautiful: a happy, self-fulfilled woman who goes her way, who values herself, who cares about herself.
Being a woman doesn't necessarily mean being feminine.
I wish everyone to find a way toward themselves.
We all deserve everything.
Take care,
Sam
📸 in Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-08
For all those people who are scared to travel because they ‘don’t speak English fluently’ - I try to speak Vietnamese here in Vietnam 🇻🇳
It gives a great portion of humbleness.
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-08
Xin Cao!
Tomorrow, I am organizing the Liberland meetup in Sài Gòn, Vietnam
I hope to see other libertarian minds out there.
Link to the event:
https://lnkd.in/dEwfqC-J
Feel free to share with other open-minded people who might be in Sai Gon tomorrow 😊
#liberland #meetup #saigon #hochiminhcity
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-08
🤫 I travel the world but I spend less than I did when I lived in Europe.
I live better at a lower cost.
I keep a promise to myself - I want to live in summer all year round - and so I just do it.
Massage before work? Drive to a waterfall? No problem.
Next Sunday, I’ll speak about the. Pat optimization with the remote work condition.
Get your early bird till this Friday at https://lnkd.in/d-VxwX7q
Photo: Da Lat, Vietnam
#remotework #digitalnomad #vietnam #travel #traveler #travel2023 #opportunities #potential #workfromhome #worklifebalance #balance #remoteworker #improve #levelup #financing #optimization #cost #lowercost
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-07
A year ago in Ho Chi Minh, I wrote the article "How to live a better life at half the cost" (you can read it here: https://lnkd.in/dapv_ZPa)
Since I've been traveling with the cost-awareness for the past 11+ years, I've decided to cover everything I've learned over the years (and researched) and I decided to organize a webinar NEXT SUNDAY dedicated to the topic of how you can lower your costs with remote work cooperation (when you want to see the world to not ruin your wallet :) )
150 minutes loaded with information, insights, real-life experience, and tips. So that you could already take it and implement it under your conditions.
I will teach timeless ways of thinking about this way of traveling around the globe. You will use this 10 years from now too.
The EARLY BIRD ticket is now on until this Friday. Get yours here:
https://lnkd.in/d5ZhJ2dM
I'm looking forward!
Samuela Davidová
2023-03-06
What I enjoy doing before starting my work:
* Meditation
* Going to the waterfall
* Scooter rides in nature
* Slow tea drinking
* Walking in nature
What companies tend to provide with their offices & 'corporate-made work-life balance':
* Morning & evening traffic
* Corporate coffee with other people you don't want to see in the kitchen (let's be honest)
* Lack of daylight
* Commuting
* 'After-work beer / party / barbecue' that you don't enjoy, but you better join because otherwise others will gossip about you (high-school style, congratulations)
I talked about how to benefit from the time zones, and what are the other opportunities & limits of remote work last Sunday in my webinar. The recording will be available soon - stay tuned.
And don't forget
#remotework for life
Because that's what matters.
Photo: Da Lat, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-25
I had remote work, but I was sitting at home.
I was frustrated by the stereotype.
Bed > Kitchen > Table with laptop > Kitchen > Bathroom > Bed
Over the past years, I understood, it doesn't have to be like that.
* I relocated to Georgia.
* I cut my costs.
* I improved my conditions - rented out a bigger apartment at a lower cost and started doing all the hobbies I couldn't afford in Europe.
* I improved the quality of my life in the long-term perspective. I am much more satisfied with my life.
* I started traveling much more often without the frightening longer interruption of my work. I travel the world while I work. (It has its limitations too that I will address tomorrow in my live stream.)
And there is much more it can bring.
It took me years to explore it all - and I am sure I will find out certain nuances in the future as well.
But I could never make use of the full potential unless I knew it was there. Unless I saw it.
You just can't get somewhere if you do not know it exists.
That's why I will talk about 3 key areas tomorrow:
* Remote Work Opportunities
* Remote Work Limitations
* What holds us back (interconnecting the dots with the sociology-psychology factors)
90 minutes full of insights.
Get your ticket for tomorrow (Sunday) - 8 AM NY Time - 2 PM CET - 5 PM GET - 8 PM Vietnam time at
https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
See you there!
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-25
The Remote Work condition changed dramatically one thing.
Not my work.
It changed the way I can live.
It changed the way my weekends look like.
It changed my well-being - having more opportunities to search for what suits my mind & soul.
I've learned how I can make full use of it.
I've improved my life and I do live to my fullest.
And, of course, it shapes my way of thinking - enabling me to deliver outstanding perspectives to problem-solving in both life & work.
I've gathered all this together. I know the opportunities it brings and its limitations. And I observed what holds us back as well - to live at our fullest.
You have the last chance to get your ticket for my live stream this Sunday - 8 AM NY Time - 2 PM CET - 5 PM GET - 8 PM Vietnam time :) The regular (not last minute) pricing is up for the last ~ 6.5 hours:
https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
Photo: Quy Nhon, last weekend.
As always,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-25
Remote work doesn't change the way we work.
It changes the way we can live.*
Let me show you how - this Sunday at my live stream about how you can upgrade your remote work condition.
Tickets: https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
*this is one of the many slides from the presentation :)
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-24
3 reasons why it doesn't work to work remotely only once a year on your 'holidays' 🌴
1/ Let's be straight - you have FOMO (= fear of missing out):
Seaside, sunshine, palms, fun, afternoon beer, Pina Colada, yayyy. I get you, but when you can be literally anywhere in the world all year round, you lose this neediness. I've been to 3 countries this year already (it's just the end of February, and I don't count the layovers), I spent several weeks at the seaside, but I was not swimming there once yet. Zero.
It doesn't lose the spark, just it lost that urgency. I am much more relaxed and appreciate all the beauty around me every day. I am not stressed this will disappear tomorrow and I do not have any sickness from Sundays - I do not have to. I know on Monday after work, I'll watch the sunset over the ocean and I'll be just fine.
2/ If you say you can't start, ask yourself whether you even like what you do.
The sad truth is that all those people, who say they only get the job done when in the office, actually hate their job (maybe they're not even aware of that themselves). The problem is not the remote work condition - it's you doing something you hate.
3/ Don't work on holidays. Get yourself a break. :)
I'll talk about this and other related issues to the full potential of remote work - including what holds people back 🚀 - on my Sunday Live Stream
8 AM NY Time - 2 PM CET - 5 PM GET - 8 PM Vietnam time
90 minutes full of insights I've gained over the years (so that you could *just do the thing* and knew what to do & not)
🎫 The tickets are available at https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
As always,
#remotework for life
Photo: Yesterday before work :) Nha Trang Spa, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-24
It always felt impossible to me.
I couldn't afford it.
I remember my colleagues and friends saying they take a month-long holiday to travel to Vietnam or other places in Asia.
I was always paid per job done or per the time spent at work - I couldn't just say I will be offline for the whole month. Every day I was not working was a day when I didn't make money.
Or, I was in some management role that couldn't be easily handed over to someone else for several weeks. Many projects were running at once, we were short staff and hiring someone else to do the job on my behalf would mean I'd lost my role. (I used to work for event management companies when you simultaneously prepare and run various projects.)
But visiting Vietnam was my dream - my friends are Vietnamese and I loved the mentality, food, and culture. Their sarcasm, straightforwardness, and honesty.
A few years later - my dreams became true. 🥹
It's my second time in Vietnam over the past year and I couldn't be happier. Every new place I visit brings something new. It broadens my perspectives and shapes my thinking. It's my 4th city in the past week now while I keep working on my projects at work. ✌🏻
And, that's not it - besides my work, I decided to dedicate myself to the education of others.
I collected what I've learned over the years on how we can make full use of the potential of remote work - the opportunities, the limits & what holds us back (and how to resolve it).
You have the last chance to get your ticket - the live stream will be out this Sunday - 8 AM NY Time - 2 PM CET - 5 PM GET - 8 PM Vietnam time :)
I will be looking forward to you! It will be 90 minutes full of insights so make sure you prepare pen & paper.
🎫Tickets are available at https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
And as always,
#remotework for life
Photo: Da Nang, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-23
I don’t like Nha Trang.
It’s a touristic place - you can notice it from the Russian and Chinese signs or people walking on the roads.
In Vietnam, you don’t really walk - you take a taxi or a bike.
It’s one of those places with low walkability. You can walk in dedicated places like the park or around the seaside.
I’m happy about the local vibe though - I feel integrated. I drive my bike around, or I visit local places where I’m often the only foreigner.
And I was wondering why.
I imagine that the experience for the tourists isn’t that good. I understand why: they take their imagination about how the world works and project it onto everything around them. But the world works differently than the fixed norms and patterns in our minds.
This unwillingness to adapt (in the balanced right way) ceases the learning process. But only when we ease our avoiding shelter, we can get new experiences.
We can see and create a home when we feel like it. However, this doesn’t work everywhere either:
As we are avoiding the adaptation and learning process, some people are avoiding the acceptance of the stranger. And it can be the general mindset of the whole foreign society.
You can’t fight it - you only can leave. Not every place has been created for me or you. And that’s fine - our task is finding what works.
Creating own little universe in this world that works for you is totally possible - but costs a lot of effort, responsibility, and willingness. It’s about figuring out where we stand in this world too: Finding our space and our people. Because only if you believe they exist, you can get them.
Taking what works for us and leaving what does not.
Adjusting and flowing like the water.
Trying this and that.
It requires a lot of bravery, self-acceptance, and willingness to not excel.
And with the understanding of our perfect mix, we can find the environment that fulfills the perfect balance between our willingness to adapt and learn and where the environment accepts our authentic personalities. (And often this is not your birthplace.)
You can say that Vietnam is not walkable or you can learn to drive a bike. But if you’re kind, you’ll be accepted and invited to people’s homes.
And then you can move to certain countries, but even if you spoke fluently their language, and spent there a lot of money in years of your stay, you’ll never be (and feel) integrated.
This willingness to live elsewhere (even if temporarily) and search for a better place, can make us strangers to ourselves. You’re not local, but you are not a tourist either. And you’re even not somewhere in between.
You have a very difficult quest - you have to find your own place and role. Otherwise, you’ll either suppress yourself (excessive adaptation), or you’ll feel lost (avoidant adaptation).
One way or another, one thing stays:
Home is you.
I’ll talk about this and other #remotework topics this Sunday on my live stream
Tickets https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-23
How a remote worker can start the day? 👇🏻
Yes, let me show you how you can make use of the timezone switch and do something for yourself first 💡
Besides a better work-life balance, you really do improve your #wellbeing (and this is not just some buzzword).
I will talk about this and other real-life hacks on how you can make full use of your remote work cooperation THIS SUNDAY on my live stream.
Get your ticket at https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-22
Upgrade your remote work condition to its full potential - I organize the live stream this Sunday 🚀
8 AM NY time - 2 PM CET - 5 PM GET - 8 PM Vietnam time
You after my live stream webinar:
- You have an essential understanding of the different ways how you can work remotely - perpetual traveling, regular digital nomads (and how often they really move from one place to another), immigrants, or expats. You know what to expect from these and their limitations.
- You know where you can move and live to lower your costs and/or improve your lifestyle.
- You understand the opportunities remote work can bring - relocation, taxation, benefiting from the different timezone, finding your ideal environment, or living life to your fullest.
- You will know about the potential drawbacks; what sometimes sucks and how you can minimize it.
- You will know what can hold you back and how to resolve it. Internet? Socializing? Belonging? Fear of seeming to be selfish? English level? The right place to stay? Documents? What do we need to bring? - I will shape your thinking to get rid of these. (Let me know if I should address anything more.)
The early bird price is still on for the next 4 hours 🚀
https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
Cannot wait to see you there!
Photo: Nha Trang, before starting my work
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-22
I used to live in a small studio. I had a kitchen next to my bed and a small white table next to the kitchen cabinets. I worked at my laptop at that simple table - it was both great and frustrating.
I saved tons of time, but I easily overworked, and it felt very stereotypic. Once I finished my work, I made one step to the bed and fell asleep. The day's gone. The morning was for running, then studying, working, and sleeping. Repeat.
I already had some attempts and I took my laptop here and there with me - to enjoy the sunsets in Florence or Tenerife; to swim in the pool abroad before starting my job, or to explore a new city. But it was rather a careful baby step - and then I was back to my studio with the run-study-work-sleep regime.
It felt like there's nothing bad about the regime to me. Retrospectively, I disagree.
Somewhere deep I felt like the life was running away from me - I postponed it for later:
"Now, I will be working hard for 2 years, I will finish my studies and then I'll decide what's next and I will live."
Fortunately, I found enough bravery back then in me.
Like a miracle, I've realized I am not fixed to one place and I can try moving away - and I can always come back if it won't work for me.
In a few weeks, I had a one-way ticket and left 3000 kilometers away.
And I never returned.
All this made me face many issues, have struggled on the journeys, and taught me a lot.
There are many things I wish I knew earlier.
And I wish someone told me sooner how to begin, what I should be aware of, and also - what not to overthink.
That's why I decided to bring all this together - and share real-life experiences with those having remote work condition who want to bring it to the next level. I will show you the full potential remote work has to offer this Sunday.
Live stream with enough space for your questions and answers.
You can get your (early bird) tickets here:
https://lnkd.in/gzVwtcjf
Please, share if you think it'd be of help to anyone of your friends or colleagues.
If you want me to create a tailored presentation for your company, send me a message, please.
And as always,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-21
One keeps writing and posting for days, weeks, months, years. And often, no one comes with a message back.
Some people tend to say proudly that they do not need any feedback. They do it for the journey itself.
Well, yes,
but no.
There are many of those who are silently reading what you write and share. Even on the days when you're blue but don't say to anyone.
And then they just send you a short DM because you were on their mind every single day without knowing it. "I got a job thanks to your words."
And then they disappear again.
Yes, there are days when I wonder about just moving to Dubai and finding a comfortable marketing job there. And then I get outside my cave and rethink what I can do for people again and again.
And so, this Sunday, I will make a paid live stream (~90-120 min) about the full potential of the remote work condition.
Because I know it matters and changes lives to show people what the world has to offer.
DM me if you want me to send you the details first, or I will be posting them here anyway.
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-21
I started the 2nd season of the Liberland in Georgia podcast which is dedicated to the Business perspective in the country 🚀
The first episode with Mikheil Didebulidze is dedicated to the evolution of the startup & web3 scene in Georgia, the current projects happening in the country, and other related insights.
My personal insights from this episode:
* Emerging new startups in the country also impact the job market - local talents won't have to leave the country to find the use of skills.
* The starting conditions on the Georgian market are really very simple. (And we talk much more about how Georgians welcome newcomers to the country.)
* How's the whole infrastructure built at this growing stage and what may be some gaps. (I won't tell you everything, huh :)
This is a great insight into how the Georgian startup scene is growing first-hand, from a real-life practical perspective.
Let me know how you liked it and stay tuned for another episode in 2 weeks 🚀
https://lnkd.in/dPNJDpMU
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-17
What can a #remoteworker schedule look like?
7 AM - Wake up, make coffee (tea in my case) & breakfast.
8 AM - Start work.
11 AM - Take a break and go for a walk.
12 PM - Have lunch and catch up on emails.
1 PM - Resume work.
4 PM - Take a break and do some exercise.
5 PM - Resume work.
7 PM - Take a break, cook dinner, and read a book.
9 PM - Resume work.
11 PM - Wind down and prepare for bed.
🚀
One of the best benefits of #remotework is the opportunity to try different modes of work (and LIFE). Which one works best for you? I love to change them regularly and observe what works in a particular environment (and time zone)!
Photo: My beloved Tbilisi, Georgia - the most beautiful Christmas lighting I've experienced :)
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-16
Is there anything you'd love to learn from me?
- Corporate / Personal branding
- Travel experience
- Non-legal digital nomad advice
- Practical Individual Philosophy, broadening the opportunities (& mindset :)
- Relocation to Georgia or general relocation from the mindset perspective
- Organization / process improvement / leading / event or community management
- Industry (or even life-related) transition or growth
- ? anything else tailored to you (let's discuss how I can help)
DM me for The Freeist Academy 1:1 Educational Sessions, or for the particular services or strategies I could help you with :)
Photo: Mention from my The Freeist presentation for Students for Liberty in Tbilisi, Georgia
#growth
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-16
The Freeist Academy in March 2023
8x60-minute live sessions on how we can broaden the opportunities we have in life & rethink our conditions.
Pre-registration form (no-commitment) to have the information first: https://lnkd.in/dRKcWaZA
Starting on the 4th of March ❤️
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-15
Just hit 11k followers on LinkedIn ❤️
Thank you everyone for being here. I appreciate every connection and follow with like-minded and open-minded people.
I am grateful I can inspire, share the worldwide perspective, and make people rethink their work & life conditions and opportunities.
Much more to come in the next weeks and months! Stay tuned.
Hi from Da Nang, Vietnam,
and,
#remotework for life 🕊
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-15
I am proud.
As the Liberland Representative to Georgia, I share the value of freedom.
Loud.
I investigate new trends, legislations, and norms around the globe.
I question them.
Publicly.
I connect the dots.
I do public speeches, organize meetups, and I chat with friends, CEOs, and founders about the nuances of freedom.
I do all this because I believe in what I do.
I live what I do.
I embody it.
My mission is to question the usual narrative. It's to show people that things could be different. It's about providing new perspectives.
Every such initiative is worth it.
Support your favorite projects that question the status quo and show the new options - with money, promotion, or action.
I do my part - on Sunday, you can expect the new episode of my 2nd season of the Liberland in Georgia podcast, which I dedicate to the Business Perspective of Georgia.
Stay tuned for more details.
Take care,
Sam
#liberland #libertarian
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-14
I can be anywhere I want.
When I want.
I can live at my best
While fulfilling my work obligations without interruptions.
But I am not experiencing some usual touristic travel as people usually do - I am broadening my understanding of the world, myself, and people, improving my communication, compassion, and awareness.
I am improving myself.
I am constantly learning.
I never get annoyed or dumb because of the stereotype - because as a curious grown up, I keep exploring.
Stereotype used to kill my curiosity - now I can see it.
That's why I do not blame those who don't understand my way of life or judge it. It's okay.
I wish we all stayed aware, alive and curious.
And just because we're breathing, doesn't mean we're alive.
#rethink
#remotework for life
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Samuela Davidová
2023-02-07
Do we still have power over the government?
"You should have called this presentation 'Back to 1984'" said one of the participants of our #3rd Liberland in Georgia Meetup.
Enjoy the recording of the insightful and thought-provoking presentation from me, Samuela Davidova, Liberland Representative to Georgia. I discuss current trends in nation-state surveillance, oppression, and conformity and why projects like Liberland are so important to challenge the status quo.
Slides: https://lnkd.in/dMX4KfFh
Video: https://lnkd.in/dAtnA3sQ
#libertarian #liberland #travel #citizenship #oppression #nationstate #politics #practice #tips #awareness #economy #samueladavidova
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-02
I want the world to know.
Georgia is on the rise like never before. 🇬🇪 🚀
✅ Favorable taxation
✅ Rising startup scene
✅ Progressive mindset
✅ Competitive conditions
✅ Innovative ideas without the obsolete past
While some people still check the map to find where Georgia even lays, local entrepreneurs are coming up with new business opportunities, masterminds & projects.
Foreign companies who noticed the country's low-bureaucratic approach started moving their headquarters or opening branches here.
And I want you not to miss out.
That's why I dedicate the shooting of the 2nd season of the Liberland in Georgia podcast to the Georgian Business Perspective. I will bring it to the world.
Stay tuned.
Proudly,
Sam
Liberland Representative to Georgia
#tbilisi #liberland #podcast #sakartvelo #georgia #business #tech #web3
Samuela Davidová
2023-02-01
Focus on the result.
Trust the process.
By directing our attention to the final state we want to reach, we can ease up the control. We can enjoy the journey along the way, adapt, alter, and reflect.
The problem with the current self-help mainstream is that it promotes oppressing the emotional state: push harder, more, faster. The same narrative is popular for the 'hard workers' - exhausted workaholics who forgot to live for the sake of paying the rent. (Compared to the other addictions, we are clapping them.)
However, trying out different approaches over the past 6+ years since I HAD TO slow down and 'return to myself', I've learned this:
By giving up the self-control & measuring every step, I am MUCH MORE productive, happier & successful. I have much better results and I feel much more relaxed. This is a much more long-term sustainable approach than the mainstream measured and over-controlled narrative which goes against our aware, and emotional 'child'.
I do what I love & focus on my vision and direction. And I act much more through relaxation, without pressure.
You? What works for you?
And yes, I dare to question the status quo.
#selfdevelopment #balance #awareness #selfcare #relaxation #worklifebalance #happiness
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-31
Are you in Tbilisi & curious about your personal growth? Join us tonight!
Today evening we're meeting at ATONELI 20. This time, we will focus on two psychological areas and the meetup will be more interactive. It will enable you to explore yourself a bit deeper (P.S. Bring paper & pen)
#1 Topic:
Imago-therapy:
We will dive deeper into Harvill Hendrix's Therapy System focused on the area of the ideal partner & the problems related to the pursuit of the ideal image. We will get a short guide to the therapy principles, and answer the questions for ourselves (write down the answers). Then we will cover the Q&A and summarize the imago formula.
#2 Topic: Purpose In Practice: A Realistic Approach Toward The Meaning Of Life
Our speaker will prepare an interactive presentation broadening our self-awareness about the meaning of life.
When: Tuesday the 31st Jan at 7.30 PM
Where: ATONELI 20 (map: https://lnkd.in/dctczVfk)
If you have any issues finding the location, contact the organizer Samuela Davidova in DMs https://lnkd.in/dRFGY5b4
The events:
FB: https://fb.me/e/3jwoYVI9V
Event Brite: https://lnkd.in/dru4hyPP
P.S. Feel free to bring a friend. Every like-minded curious & respectful person is welcome.
DM me with questions :)
#selfdevelopment #sakartvelo #tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-30
Were you curious about Liberland but didn't make it to my past events?
Before I'll be leaving Tbilisi again, you will have an opportunity to come THIS WEDNESDAY at 7.45 PM to my 3rd meetup.
This time, I am preparing something new!
A presentation with a wider libertarian perspective: Creating the country in the 21st century
Aren’t there enough countries in the world already? Why do we need concepts like Liberland? Samuela Davidova, the Liberland Representative to Georgia, will bring the current state of nations & their bureaucratic approach into a wider perspective, explain how the country is created, show how things are done differently in Liberland and, as always, will question the current concept of the state.
The meetup is being organized at the Library of Liberty (room 328) of the New Economics School in the building of the University of Georgia (UG) - Merab Kostava St 77a, Tbilisi 0171.
Please, DM me / or choose 'going' on Facebook / or email me at [email protected] if you plan to come.
I'll be happy to see you all!
#liberland
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-25
I couldn't move back to my home country & go to the office.
Once I embraced full-remote life, I understand how the world is resourceful.
I can be at the best place on earth, choosing them as I go, depending on the time of the year. I can work and live there as if it was my home. I can talk to inspiring people with a wide world understanding from all around the globe. I can make full use of my potential, explore my abilities and discover new hobbies and activities.
There's a price to pay though - I must rely on myself (and potentially my community). I must embrace full responsibility.
There's no one else to blame.
But once I did it, there was no way back.
If one understands the whole scale of the colorfulness of life, fulfillment, and self-satisfaction, there's no way to return to the 9 to 6, public transport at the peak times and lack of daylight.
#remotework for life, for the good
Let me know in the comments how remote work changed the way you live. 🕊
Photo: Me, Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-23
Negative Trend Alert: How Changes in National Policies are Impacting Our Freedom to Move
Last years altered the ways we live & travel. Ever increased bureaucracy & surveillance add only pain to our desire to explore the world (maybe to make sure we don't know it can be better elsewhere? :).
I don't talk about visa issues though - many people complain about visa requirements for their passports, but in fact, most people don't really travel that much to even bother with it. In the end, waiting for 2 days to get a visa to Vietnam is not such a terrible headache. Besides, exploring the remaining areas of the world can be even more interesting than the popular places. (I am for visa-free traveling though.)
But there are two major directions where the nations are heading right now. And the approach is different from what you may notice.
1/ The Countries Get More Repressive
And, in a much more sophisticated way than we'd expect from the government with its past-century processes. Instead of trying to be more competitive to attract others to come, some countries just decided they'll impose what's called the 'exit tax'. Do you want to leave and stop paying taxes in the country? Sure thing. But then, you must pay yourself out.
What you can do about it?
a. Stay informed about the conditions in your country.
b. Leave before the exit tax is imposed.
c. If the exit tax is already in place, then leave as soon as possible and never come back :) I am afraid the trend will be worse over the next few years.
2/ The Countries Get More Competitive
A welcomed behavior of what the market would do. Some nations see the potential of the capital of the digital nomads and thus, they realized they want to attract these people to come to their country. Be it 5 years elite visa in Thailand or the various digital nomad visa in nations all around the globe, we must still remain careful:
Sadly, some countries (such as Portugal, which I wrote about last week; but Thailand also loves to keep updating their conditions) change the rules far too quickly. Obviously, the bureaucrats do not understand that nomads are free - if the game rules are changing, we pack and leave on the next day for a better jurisdiction. However, I'd call this one big 'governmental scam'.
How you can prevent this?
ALWAYS consult a relevant tax advisor.
I'll cover this and much more practical and up-to-date information in the course I am just preparing. Stay tuned - and comment or DM me if you want me to send you the update once it's out.
I work hard on it.
Every day.
I want to bring you what I've learned over years and I wish I knew before myself. Don't make the mistakes I did. Just jump on the plane smoothly, already knowing what you're doing.
Oh yeah, this kind of competitive advantage :)
Photo: Somewhere above Qatar. 🕊
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-20
It's all just about one core decision.
I choose myself.
I choose myself above doing a job I wouldn't enjoy.
I choose myself above living in a place I wouldn't love.
I choose myself above talking to people I wouldn't like.
I choose myself above having the work conditions that wouldn't fit me.
I choose myself above having someone dictating to me where and when should I be during the work week & in what clothing.
So I did it:
I relocated to Georgia and I travel half of the year abroad.
I did only jobs I liked and left projects that were wasting my energy.
I went for the full-remote-cooperations only. No exceptions. I knew flexibility & trust is a must for me.
Side-effect benefit?
If you really choose yourself and treat yourself well, you will never allow anyone anymore to treat you worse.
As always,
#remotework for life
and #chooseyou
I believe we all have the power to do it. Despite I know very well how frightening it feels.
I await your insights in the comments & if you think someone else needs to read the post too, share it.
Photo: Me @ Phuket ~ enjoying the Christmas & NEY alone 💅🏻
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-18
Remote work has changed my life in ways I never thought possible.
I value both the energy and possibilities of city life and the peace and connection to nature that comes with living in a small town or rural area. I was stuck in a constant dilemma - where should I go if I want good job opportunities, yet I need more nature in my life?
But with remote work, I can have the best of both worlds.
I am able to work from a bustling café in the city one day and then from a cozy cabin in the woods the next. I am not tied down to just one place and am able to experience different cultures and environments. This has opened up new opportunities for me both personally and professionally. I am able to explore new places, meet new people, and gain new perspectives all while advancing my career.
I highly recommend remote work to anyone who wants the freedom to choose where they want to live and work. It has truly changed my life for the better and I can't imagine going back to a traditional office setting.
Never.
#remotework for life
P.S. At Trustsoft we're still looking for DevOps Engineers. We do care about people. DM me for my work e-mail to send your CV to.
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-17
It doesn't work.
You cannot keep the job you hate while hoping you'll have spare energy after work for your dream project.
In reality, you'll get home drained, out of energy and mood to do anything authentic.
You cannot enter a new relationship while you keep that comfortable one that doesn't fulfill you.
That way you'd be cheating someone - and the world is fair, you attract what you deserve.
You must choose the best for yourself first. No excuses.
You must be consistent with your values and boundaries.
It all starts with a simple question:
Who am I?
What I want?
What limits me and how can I get rid of it?
No exemptions. What doesn't drive you towards what you want to achieve shouldn't have space in your life.
🙏🏻
Pursue what you want to live until you make it happen. Treat yourself the best you can. Make it a habit.
And of course,
#remotework for life :)
Photo: Krabi, Thailand 2021
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-16
Portugal was one of the potential plan B homes I wanted to explore.
I spent there a few weeks back in 2021. I enjoyed the Lisbon vibe - to me, it seems like an English-speaking multicultural city. I felt there like home.
I liked the affordability, which was already back then a bit questionable, but compared to other European locations, it was fine. Now, when opening Airbnb, I can hardly find a stay for one night under 70 EUR in some micro-studio.
However, tourists or people migrating in are not the real issues - they bring the cash in and open up new opportunities for business (especially for locals who know the ground - doesn't mean they make use of the opportunity).
What seems like a failure to me, is the political level:
* Ease of opening and the business seems not very good (I may be spoiled with Georgian low-bureaucracy level)
* Quick changes - I find it super unfair that the government makes changes as it pleases, especially in a matter of months. People want to have a base they can rely on. Again, and again, flexibility is the real must-have if one wants to enjoy favorable conditions (and moving out in this case).
* Excessive bureaucracy - the market cannot fight the load of paperwork that takes too much time. Ease things up and the houses will be built and new opportunities for everyone will come up.
Looking forward to your thoughts in the comments!
'Portugal’s digital nomad bubble poised to pop'
Read at
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-16
It's Monday again.
You woke up to rush making your breakfast. You stressed out about time, were late for the overcrowded public transport bus.
Finally made it to the office.
Almost on time.
It's 10 minutes past 9 AM and those colleagues who came earlier watch you walking in with contempt. You greet and smile, despite you don't like them, but you don't want any problems at the workplace, right?
You go make a coffee. Having something in your hands always makes you look busy. On the go. In the process.
A kitchen is a great place - it's a little shelter where you can run away when you're done with the same views you get from your office chair. Small talk. At least that one colleague who's pretty fine went talking to you.
Oh no - that annoying lady that's gossipping about everyone comes here too. Well - nothing to do about it. Time to please her a bit so that she wouldn't share anything bad about you (which she will do anyway).
Time to go to your work seat.
People are walking behind your back. That's the most annoying - it feels like under surveillance. But it's fine - there's a meeting in a few minutes anyway. No one has questions when the calendar is busy.
The meeting begins - gathering 10 people around the table, while one is presenting something. Everyone keeps playing the game - aka watching, aka interested, while thinking about having a little time for their kids.
Well - it went fast. Any questions? 'Oh no, it was such a detailed presentation. Good job.' you encourage your colleague, despite you haven't listened to a minute of it.
Time for 'sitting at the chair' and 'another coffee' again. You got very good at small talk and pretending interest.
Reply to the emails, ask more questions, outsource some tasks to the juniors. Good job.
It's 6 PM, time to go home. Show you're tired. Another small talk with another colleague.
Overcrowded public transport again. Oh, how much you hate it. And the smell... You must make it to the shop to buy some dinner. Shopping takes less than waiting in a queue. The endless queue... But you got all you needed.
You're heading home. Time for another small talk? Oh no. Turn on Netflix, order pizza, and get a beer. You don't want to talk. You got enough.
Yes, it sucks - but whatever, you pay the mortgage, and one day the flat will be yours. In 40 years. Just 40 more years and then, yes, then, you will live what you want.
Another beer.
It's just so unbearable to even think about it. To reflect on life. Oh no. One more episode of that series. What is it about anyway? Well, who cares - it's not that bad.
Another beer.
You have that one colleague you like and can chat with. And the work is not so difficult. The office is just 30 minutes by bus - some people go 60 minutes! Imagine, 60 minutes there and 60 minutes back. Well, you're so lucky. You see - it's not that bad.
Good morning.
Waking up on the sofa - and again. It's Tuesday.
#remotework for life
Photo: Somewhere between Thailand and Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-14
What do I expect from the companies and the Remote Work market in 2023? What are the trends on the nation-state level?
Remote Girl Samuela Davidova talks about the trends in the Digital Nomad community and how she expects things to be evolving in the next months of 2023. She talks about what the governments do and could do better, about the restrictions, and the competitive character (and not). She comments on the company's culture, the trends that we can observe, and how we can distinguish the different approaches.
Looking forward to your feedback.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-13
Tbilisi.
Registration-Only.
Next Friday Evening.
Very Limited Capacity.
Introduction to Liberland in Georgia 🕊❤️🇬🇪 Presentation & Meetup
Gathering organized by one of our supporters. Casual. Beer & Wine. Surprise (?). Food (it couldn't be in Georgia without food).
For registration & location, DM me. 😈
The presentation will be in English. Madloba for your understanding.
#liberland #libertarian #representative #tbilisi
This is what I call a country representative's life. 💅🏻
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-13
The Next Big Thing in Tech: How Georgia is Transforming into a Global IT Hub
Georgia is a country on the rise, and its thriving tech and IT sector is a big part of that. With a growing number of startups and established tech companies, Georgia is quickly becoming a destination for businesses looking to tap into the latest technology and innovation.
Georgia has also seen an increase in the number of tech conferences, networking, and educational events happening in the country. These events provide a platform for industry leaders and professionals to share their knowledge and experience, while also connecting businesses and investors to new opportunities.
The government and private sector organizations are hosting and supporting such events which is further fueling the growth of the tech ecosystem in the country. With the increasing number of events happening regularly, the country is becoming a hub for the exchange of ideas and knowledge in the tech industry, making it an attractive destination for professionals looking to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the field.
I'm super excited to experience it myself as a Liberland Representative to the country. 🕊❤️🇬🇪
In the next weeks, I plan to make interviews for our Liberland in Georgia podcast with local hyped (& libertarian :) ) entrepreneurs.
I want to show the world that Georgia will have a lot to say in the next months and years.
I want to bring it to the international perspective.
I want to show it to the world.
Is there someone worth interviewing in the country? Let me know!
Photo: IT High Rise, December 2022, Tbilisi, Georgia - CoinsPaid Media invitation-only event
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-13
What keeps me competitive?
I know it.
I feel it.
It's the book reading.
I aim at reading one book per week.
Sometimes it ends up at 3 books, sometimes at half of it.
But the goal is set.
I know it's one of the few things that help me grow and learn. It helps me to outperform the rest.
But I also put away books - those that are not nice enough to read, or I just don't like them.
I choose books. I don't mind putting away the bad ones to have time for those worth it. The author has to have something to say. I have to learn something. And I don't like when someone is stating the obvious.
There's a category of books I especially enjoy - those that broaden my perspective. Be it philosophical, self-development, or close-future statements.
And one such book is definitely Juraj Bednar's Cypherpunk visions and trends for 2023-2025, that has been out just a few days ago.
It showed me an optimistic perspective on the evolution of alternative industries in times of expanding regulations. I understood what new businesses can be created in the next months and years. And, how the parallel society is capable of bearing the constant changes (because it's the society that understands changes are inevitable). And finally, that the parallel society may not be so parallel in the upcoming times.
I love quick reads offering a lot of insights and this is one of them.
Official website: https://buff.ly/3ZmSstX
Amazon: https://buff.ly/3jRUrGq
(no referral stuff, it's an honest recommendation)
#future #web3 #blockchain #predictions #2023 #tech #ai
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-12
Boost Your Chances of Getting Remote Work 👉🏻
If you're a remote worker looking for a job, no matter your real skills, you may lack *trustworthiness*.
See the whole carousel for my tips and let me know which one you like the most. Or, do you recommend anything else?
I've understood that the way we present ourselves is a real *game-changer* and it's what made me stand out & reach anything I wanted.
I gathered together the best I've learned and I will teach it to you as well. Please, use the pre-registration form in the first comment to get the newest updates & access to my free webinar held next week.
#personalbranding #linkedin #remotework #trust #webinar
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-12
Dear (wanna-be) digital nomads,
Please, don't get your tax advice on Reddit and don't recommend it;
Please, be aware if it's 'too easy and simple to be real';
Please, consult an accountant or lawyer.
🙏🏻
You can have a lot of headaches from this in the very near future - especially given the increasing nation-states' surveillance.
Whom I can personally recommend:
For the law on the European level, I can recommend Michal Ptáčník
For Georgian tax advice, go to Ilia Kekutia
For global tax optimization (better for companies), contact Kirill Juran
For the Perpetual Traveler solution of Paraguayan residency - Pavol Luptak
If you're a lawyer / accountant focused on the remote work topic on the Asian or Global level, please, DM me.
#remotework for life, not for jail :)
Take care, all of you.
Photo: Ko Samui, Thailand, 2021
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-12
2023 resolution: Live a better life (at half the cost).
Impossible? Not really.
Let me show you how 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-11
In 2022 I hit ~ 5.5 million people reach on LinkedIn.
~ 11k followers
∞ comments, messages, connection requests & new friends
I've observed the patterns to make it easy and simple.
For anyone to stand out the way they want as well.
I decided to bring together the best I've understood over the past 5+ years. I made mistakes and wasted time learning from what didn't work. I had to go through it to understand what is the right way so you wouldn't have to. And now I will show you what and how to get the result you want - be it a new job, industry transition, a better position, or new clients.
Mark down February the 7th - the 25th:
I will hold the Stand Out Today Profound #1 Intensive course that will make you separate from the crowd on LinkedIn. Simply.
Fill out the form now to get the special discounted pre-registration-only pricing. You'll be the first one notified about the free members-only webinar where I will talk about how I got a dream job thanks to LinkedIn or became known as Remote Girl all over the world. In weeks.
Pre-registration form: https://lnkd.in/deF7fgFe
DM me with questions.
#personalbranding #linkedin #getthejob #industrytransition
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-11
Me: Hey! How's the new job going?
My friend: It's really lovely, we have a nice view, but it's so dark... it feels like a jail. I had hoped for more flexibility, but it seems that I can only choose between working from 9 to 6 or 10 to 7. That's their idea of flexibility!
(It was hard for me not to start laughing. 😄)
Isn't it ridiculous?
Companies, please, stop oppressing people who are grown-ups, live alone, and can manage everything in their life... While you try to micro-manage their working hours (when it doesn't affect the work anyhow done), their clothing, and work environment.
#remotework for life
Photo: Bangkok, Thailand - daylight - one of the best benefits of remote work
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-11
What can we learn from the example when Portugal attracted people to move in to make people move out later? How can countries do better for the digital nomads (and for locals as well)?
I shot a short video where I share my perspective on the situation, coming from my past experience. Enjoy!
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-10
What's the difference between working from home and remote work?
I talk about how to bring your remote work condition to the next level in my presentation 👇🏻
I'm looking forward to your feedback. Share with your friends and make 2023 your year!
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-10
Today, I had a conversation with a company that does not offer remote work. (Despite promoting flexibility.)
No worries, that's perfectly fine!
Yet, then, I cannot offer my services.
It got me thinking about the job market and how many talents may the company lose by not allowing them to work at their best?
I'm a big believer in the power of trust and adult responsible decisions - including the one about in what environment I want to work. Giving people the opportunity to choose the best environment to bring out the best version of themselves is key to achieving success, both individually and as a company. 🙌🏻
#remotework for life
Photo: Chiang Mai, Thailand :) - this is what I want to do after work.
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-10
Overwhelmed by the apocalyptic restrictive regulations, Juraj’s optimistic perception of the near future is what I’ve needed to read. It opened me up to new perspectives on what can be done in society and business-vise.
Check out this well-written short e-book with visions for 2023-2025 and stay a step ahead. Let me know your thoughts!
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-09
Online remote cooperations do not judge you. 🙏🏻
If you work online, it doesn't matter if you're tall or small.
No one knows if you have acne, or not.
No one cares if you are beautiful or not.
Most likely people won't even know the sound of your voice or if you have an accent.
In online cooperations, you are selling your knowledge, not your face or body.
Thanks to remote work, I do not know what most of my colleagues look like. I know their faces on Slack, but that's it. And it makes me happy.
I do not need the judgment of my colleagues on my perfume or even gender.
I just get the job done and that's the only thing that matters.
Remote work means to me:
👉🏻 No more judgment.
👉🏻 No more worries about my daily look and appearance
👉🏻 No more stress about my environment, because I chose it myself.
I want to thank all the companies who give their colleagues the option to work remotely. ⭐️
Hi from the world.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-07
The whole world can be a home.
I am so grateful for the opportunity to explore the world through remote work. No matter where I go, I bring my enthusiasm and smile, and I am welcomed as a family. I have learned to see the world as a beautiful and welcoming place, even if I am far away from my home country.
I have come to understand how interconnected our lives are around the globe, and how similar we all are, no matter where we come from. The experience of connecting with people from different cultures and backgrounds has been incredibly enriching.
It is amazing to be able to experience different parts of the world and appreciate the beauty of our planet. I am thankful for being able to work remotely and explore the world, for it has helped me to understand that the world really does feel like home.
#remotework for life
Photo: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-06
5 steps to master your LinkedIn profile even if you are just starting in your career 👇🏻
Are you just starting your career and want to make a great first impression on LinkedIn? Personal branding can be a great way to make sure you stand out from the crowd and make your mark. Here are some tips on how to start with personal branding on LinkedIn:
1. Build a professional profile - Make sure your profile is up-to-date, complete, and professional.
2. Create relevant connections - Connect with people in your industry and beyond.
3. Join relevant groups - Join groups related to your field of interest and start engaging in conversations.
4. Share content - Post relevant content to your field and your audience. This can be even the mention of your current learning path or how you got where you are today. I will cover this and more ideas in the intensive course I am just preparing. DM me if you want to know more.
5. Showcase your skills - Highlight your skills and accomplishments in your profile and posts.
Following these steps can help you get started on your personal branding journey on LinkedIn and build a great first impression. Make sure to follow up on the messages to not lose your gained connections.
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-06
Were the holidays too short?
I was rethinking the concept of holidays in my article 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/eE3G4AYd
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-05
How did I get to full-on remote work?
I spoke about my journey during the Floating Man Festival 2022 conference in Liberland's ARK village.
Watch the full video and get your inspiration to start a full-scale remote work this year. It's definitely possible, no matter where you stand today.
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-05
✅ I like remote work;
❌ while someone might not
✅ I prefer focusing on socialization outside of work for a better work-life balance;
❌ however, someone might just live for work
✅ I love the freedom to choose which environment I want to work in; a home office, coworking space, or café;
❌ Some may not have the space to work from home due to small flats and kids, or just prefers the comfort of a stereotype.
👉🏻Don't judge others for their opinion, but rather try to understand their perspective.
Employers should understand that one doesn't fit all - give people the opportunity to decide and listen to their needs in order to help them work at their best ⭐
Yet, of course :)
#remotework for life
Photo: Phuket, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-04
What are your superpowers?
When reflecting, mine are:
* Responsibility
* Growth
* Broad perspective thinking
* Open-mindedness
* Flexibility
Why is this important?
Build what you're good at. Grow it and become the best at what you enjoy and feels easy for you.
We tend to consider success only what felt hard.
No, your successes are also those that felt easy, natural, and relaxed.
That's the way to go in 2023.
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I make people rethink their life opportunities. I show different perspectives on individual freedom. Follow me if that's what you wanna see in your feed.
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-03
Are you tired of applying for remote work positions only to be told you have to come into the office?
It's important for companies to be honest about their remote work policies, as it seriously impacts a candidate's ability to take a job. Don't be misled by buzzwords on a company's careers page. Remote work is a valuable option that should be used wisely and with honesty. Save yourself and the company time by being upfront about hybrid or fully remote positions.
And, dear companies, be direct and clear about your conditions.
Thank you.
P.S. I am proud that in Trustsoft we are remote-first, giving the candidates the opportunity to choose themselves. We are still hiring DevOps And Operations professionals, especially with a passion for AWS. Feel free to send me your CV if that'd be relevant to you.
Photo: North of Phuket, the Airport viewpoint beach spot
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-03
Are you cold?
The winter is full on.
Check my list of recommended places for the season.
Greetings from Thailand!
Samuela Davidová
2023-01-02
Perpetual travelers are people who constantly travel. They do not have any base in one particular country.
It's an honor to me that one of such people is my friend, Pavol Luptak.
He's an endless explorer, libertarian, and business owner. He helps people from all around the globe to get more freedom with his Liberation travel company.
I wanted to share with you our perspective-broadening interview we made in Georgia in cooperation with Franklin Club • ფრანკლინის კლუბი - a local liberal educational think tank. We also bring Georgia to the international context. It's amazing to live in such a progressive country.
Looking forward to your thoughts.
If you like the video, share it with your friends and community to broaden awareness.
2022
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-31
I spoke with Marianna Sadecka about the anti-governmental and non-conformist mindset and parallel philosophy in my Liberland in Georgia podcast.
Since we made the interview in Tbilisi, Georgia, we also brought Georgia into the international context. We were especially expressing Georgian boldness and courage.
The video is freshly out - I wish for insightful listening during your NYE preparations. Looking forward to your feedback.
https://lnkd.in/dCe_c8by
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-30
2022 with Liberland was a ride 📈
In July I became the representative of Liberland to Georgia.
In August I visited Liberland & Serbia (we have Ark, a diaspora village there) and gave a speech at our Floating Man Festival's conference. I met thousands of like-minded non-conformist people.
In September I returned to Georgia and started meeting other libertarians in the country. I am still impressed to see how many communities are here!
In October, I organized the first meetup at the beginning of the month. In the end, I was shooting the first episodes of the local podcast. 🚀
In November I kept networking and working on the marketing side of the representation.
In December, I organized the meetups in Tbilisi, Bangkok, and Phuket. I gave a presentation in the metaverse as well, as the representative of the first metaverse country.
Crazy! 😄
I am super grateful for everyone who's part of it. Thank you. It's my honor to share the awareness that things can work differently. I'm all in for individual freedom in the future.🕊
Cannot wait for what awaits all of us. I'm very hopeful about the future.
I'm looking forward to all of you in 2023.
I wish you all to live at your own (freest) best.
All the best and Happy Holidays!
I send you some sun and warmth,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-30
📈 3 must-know tips on how to increase your chances to get remote work 👇🏻
1. Educate yourself. I've never learned that much as in the past year. And I am sure that the next year will be even more dynamic. Keep learning, and reshaping your perspective.
2. Talk and write about what you've learned - post it on social media. Share your insights. Tell what you've learned and whether the course is worth it for others. If you don't say what you've learned, no one can get to know it.
3. Network with the recruiters of companies that truly drive your interest. Try to specify where exactly you'd love to work, find the companies that share your values, and then get to know them. In the long term, you wanna work where it works for you :)
#remotework for life
Photo: Chiang Mai, Thailand. A kind accommodation owner brought me the coconut from the garden :) This life. <3
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-29
Why I am socialized despite being a remote worker? 🧐
People who say that remote workers are lonely:
* either never tried remote work (at its best);
* tried but didn't socialize;
* have problems creating active connections.
In any of these cases, the problem is not remote work to fix.
I realized that there are 2 approaches to creating connections in life: passive (or, reactive) & active.
By passive connections, I mean those that just come into our life: we get a job and have our colleagues, we go to school and get classmates. Not much extra effort is needed. You just react to your surroundings.
The active approach requires extra effort: You go, start a new hobby, and connect with people who share the same interest; you set up values, live by them, and start meeting like-minded people; you seek like-minded communities - like libertarians; you go to the networking event; or, you even organize a community or event yourself.
I have never felt as self-fulfilled and healthily socialized as I do as a remote worker. No matter where I am, I can opt-in for the connections, if I feel like that.
And, the voluntary principle of it is what makes it that special and beneficial for the individual.
Take care,
Sam
#remotework for life
Photo: Chiang Mai, Thailand; Dec 2022
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Follow me for more details on how to bring remote work to its best.
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-28
Wanna work in the office?
Then do.
But let others work where they want and they can maximalize their potential.
#remotework for life
Photo: Exploring the botanical gardens around the globe - my favorite hobby. This one is in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Dec 2022
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-27
I wish we got publicly honest about the 'consistency' when it comes to personal branding. 😤
Do you really believe that all the content creators sit in the morning and write the post for you?
When you create a lot, you wanna work smart.
What does it mean?
It's about creating in bulk. You sit back, prepare the posts for social media for the next 2 weeks and schedule them. You can use one of the many tools for scheduling content.
This preserves your energy for other processes - you can take videos, prepare a strategy, go meet people in person, create your own product, or just relax.
'Consistency' in content creation means rather scheduling the posts regularly. Otherwise, you can get very easily discouraged by missing one day because of other duties. (Missing a day doesn't matter though :))
I do not think you really want consistency though. You want sustainability.
Choose the speed that works for you and alter it as you go to work for YOU.
Take care,
Sam
Photo: Phuket, Thailand ~ #remotework for life :)
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I plan to share more realistic tips & insights for personal branding in the close future. Follow me if you wanna reshape the way people see you.
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-27
What are the common drawbacks of Remote Work that we don't really speak about?
I talk about what sometimes sucks when you go remote and how to resolve it in the live presentation I gave in Chiang Mai. 👇🏻
Let me know your insights and share with your community who may find it insightful.
Enjoy!
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-26
2 days ago, I had an unexpected call.
It was 10 PM my time. I was reading a book before falling asleep. But with the call, I switched my plans.
Because of the unplanned changes, I was asked, whether I'd give a presentation in ONE HOUR from the given moment.
At first, I thought - well, my boundaries say I don't do last-minute things anymore.
But, my driven mindset decided for me. 😈
I accepted the invitation and gave an encouraging presentation in the Metaverse for Arrival • ერაივალ. It was an exciting experience and a great decision! 😊
The aim of my presentation was to:
* Encourage people to transit from one industry to another.
* Empower women to find their strengths, focus on them, and go where it takes them - especially in the tech area
* Motivate people to start speaking up about their successes & knowledge.
The presentation will be out soon - follow Arrival • ერაივალ for the updates. I cannot wait for more public feedback!
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-25
I celebrate Christmas every day.
I do not feel today was anyhow different from my regular days - I woke up and then did things I enjoy: I was active, had great food, treated myself well, went to some special place, visited the beach, drove a scooter, took a nap,... I did not do a single thing that I wouldn't like to do.
Maybe I didn't get any special gifts, but I don't need anything - when I want something, I just buy it. I have a specific relationship with things though. For over a year, I only have had things that bring joy, nothing more or less. It's very freeing.
When else to buy what I want, than now, be it March, Monday, or winter? The days are the same, disregarding some social conditions that tell us * today is special * for some reason.
Yes, there's the lack of dopamine hit from the novelty when you do the 'same cool things' all the time. That's probably the point when I suggest trying out new things, observing, and learning, to understand that the world is not just a fixed paradigm and the possibilities are not what we've been shown so far.
I never get bored from both activities or * just being *. I cannot get enough of the everyday. I look at what I live and I am proud, grateful, and happy.
It's not only Christmas day (that means for everyone a different day and something else, again, the concept of 'normality' 😃) when I want to wish others good as well.
It's every single day I hope people were treating themselves and others well. I wish to see more people in the world who dress up well not for a special occasion, but every day. Who will treat themselves well and put themselves first.
I wish we were not postponing life for later, and wouldn't spend time in the places we don't enjoy (if even that much), in case we can be elsewhere (mostly we CAN).
I wish more people would get the mindset of turning their life for the better themselves. I wish people were involving the effort, bravery, and responsibility more often. I wish for a more individual freedom mindset in society.
And, I hope to be part of the change. I hope to keep inspiring, sharing my thoughts, and encouraging more and more people to aim to be at their better-self, rethink their opportunities and get where they want to be. I want people to realize, they can.
.
I don't wish you Merry Christmas today. I wish you to treat yourself the way you do on Christmas every day from now on.
🤶🏻🎄
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-24
Why transit into the web3 industry? Should you be scared of the industry transition? What opportunities does it bring? Do women belong to web3?
Definitely!
I’ve just given a presentation, the last one in 2022, in the metaverse.
And, I hope it encourages not only all the women, but everyone out there to understand own superpower, accepting it, speak about it, and sell it at own best.
Aim for acceptance and understanding. Be yourself. Don’t prove yourself. Be.
The whole recording is to be out soon.
Thank you, Arrival • ერაივალ, for the opportunity to participate in the metaverse Girls in Web3 conference.
See you all in 2023. 🚀
#web3 #womenintech #industrytransition #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-24
Remote workers don’t work from the beach.
Remote workers work from where they please. They don’t need a boss to tell them where they must be tomorrow at 9 AM and what clothing they should wear.
They can figure this out themselves.
My wish from the Santa 🤶🏻 is the world understood this in 2023.
I want to wish everyone to live a life at own best, to be brave and take a full responsibility for oneself. Get self-satisfied and go your way.
Happy holidays to everyone. Hi from Phuket ☀️
#remotework for life
Your,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-21
Could I live in Chiang Mai, the n 1 digital nomad place in the world?
Mmmmmm :D this is difficult.
1/ I really appreciate that despite being here for the 3rd full day, I still haven't seen almost anything (or at least I feel like it). Of course, I travel more as if it was my home, not as if I was a tourist.
2/ I am a bit scared that from the long-term perspective it's too small for me. However, when discussing this with expats who live here for years, they shared that there's still this infrastructure, city vibe, many interesting communities, events, and a huge amount of hobbies to do. It's true, that not even every capital can meet all this. The city has a huge benefit from the number of foreigners (mainly Americans, at least to my current observation).
3/ Overall, there is an amazing balance of nature & the city (and services). There are plenty of waterfalls around, animals, national parks, and places to go to wind off. At the same time, you got a great infrastructure - 24/7 services, restaurants, shops, food, markets, local food.
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What I do not like?
> Every year, there is the burning season, so the air gets very smoky and unhealthy. (But now it is still very very good.)
> No seaside / far from the seaside - but you can take the direct plane to Phuket/Krabi/anywhere from here and be at the very nice seaside in an hour.
> I thought the in-city airport is a plus, but it can be very noisy. I think I got used to it, but it's something I definitely noticed at first :)
^ These are definitely things one can work through.
I will be back.
Photo: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-20
My yesterday's presentation about Remote Work is out.
30 minutes of insights I wish someone had told me earlier. It's more about individual philosophy & freedom than remote work, maybe. But if you master this, you can live & work remotely to the fullest.
I speak about:
* Downsides of remote work,
* Self-fulfillment and its impact,
* How to handle homesickness?
* What Remote Work really changes and what does not?
* Is it ethical to go fully remote / relocate?
P.S. My niche is not remote work, but freedom.
Slides (I recommend seeing the speakers notes as well, yet the video adds on the value):
https://buff.ly/3HOviGw
Enjoy 🙂
Time to go for a massage & to the waterfall.
Video:
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-20
That level of personal branding when someone who knows you from social media greets you at breakfast.
8000 km from your birthplace.
Not bad, I'd say :)
Hi from Thailand.
#personalbranding #remotegirl
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-19
My assistant has mandatory time off. Paid.
Why?
Because I want her to be back at her best. I do not want her tired. I want her to relax and not to be constantly on because of the things that will wait.
And also, I do not want her to be anxious about enjoying her time off because of getting less money. You cannot recharge that way.
I treat people who work with me the way I want to be treated.
She has unlimited holidays, works freely (and remotely of course), and is self-actualizing herself because of enough space to self-express her talents. Once she's done with the tasks for the week at her own pace, she is done. I do not micro-manage her and do not add on new things (she works part-time for me).
That's the real environment of today.
Be part of the change - do not request your people to work in some obsolete conditions.
Happy Holidays.
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-19
✅ to give a presentation about remote work in Chiang Mai, n1 digital nomad hub in the world - check 💅🏻
#remotework for life
The video will be ready tomorrow.
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-19
Tonight at Chiang Mai, I will speak about bringing the Remote Work condition to the next level.
Spoiler: Before getting to the next level, you must let something go.
See you around!
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-19
See you tonight. I'll be speaking about remote work and the many things related to it.
.
Yes, I will record it and share the YT link afterward :)
The slides are still in-making:
like ~
Forget your expectations about my presentation.
They limit your awareness. You only hear the information you expect.
I won’t be giving the manual of how to live or work. I can only show the strategies to see the possibilities, but you must find them yourself anyway.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-19
Daylight.
The best benefit of the remote work condition.
#remotework for life
Photo: Chiang Mai, Thailand, right now
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-16
The best book I read this year with my favorite quotes: (I try reading 1 book / week)
Ayn Rand - The Virtue of Selfishness
To me, this is the best collection of essays covering the topic of individual philosophy. Despite being put together back in the ’60s, it’s more than up-to-date. The first half of the book focuses on the individual in society. The other half covers society and the government. Overall, the book rethinks the concept of ethics, zooms out from the current norms, and explains why you’re not responsible for everyone else and how by accepting full responsibility for yourself, you actually do the best for everyone.
I’ve never felt that understood as I did while reading this book. I read the book in less than 2 days and plan to reread the individual part again in the next few days.
My favorite quotes in Notion are available here:
https://buff.ly/3PrNZSq
Bold are my top favorite quotes.
My top:
“To love is to value. Only a rationally selfish man, a man of self-esteem, is capable of love—because he is the only man capable of holding firm, consistent, uncompromising, unbetrayed values. The man who does not value himself, cannot value anything or anyone.”
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-16
My laptop is portable!
Incredible!
It's 2022 and I can take my laptop to...
...the office
...my home
...anywhere!
And so this time I took it to Bangkok!
#remotework for life
And no, the work doesn't have to be done in the office. ❤️
That's the evolution :)
See you on Monday in Chiang Mai, #1 digital nomad hub in the world. I will give a speech about how to upgrade your remote cooperation (life).
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-16
After having hundreds of unread messages on LinkedIn, I completely ignore the 'hi' and 'how are you' message requests.
If you want something from someone who has things to do, ask directly what you want.
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-15
Dear companies,
I do not want your *brand-new offices* and *coffee machine on the same floor*.
I don't drink coffee and I do not like offices.
I want to drink Taiwanese iced milk tea in Bangkok, or anything else and anywhere I think of.
I want to do my work when I am at my best, not 9 to 6.
I want to be ahead of your time zone and have more daylight in my day, not sitting in the office when it's sunny on the street.
Dear companies,
It's not the future that's remote.
It's the present moment.
#remotework for life
Hi from BKK.
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-15
Finding out what works for you 🚀 can only be done by trying out different things.
Such a simple principle, yet many people have no clue what they like, or what's their ideal mode of work & life.
I suggest trying out:
- Trying out different food, combination, and frequency of eating
- Trying out falling asleep and waking up at different times
- Sleeping less / more - one of the core things I've learned this year (now I sleep 7-8 hours a day)
- Sleeping in different conditions - I sleep much better in cold, especially in the nature
- Working out early and late - when I work out late, I often have a higher heart rate at night and recover worse. When working out in the morning, I feel energized for the whole day & more focused.
- Trying out to work both morning, and evening, and even trying to split the day in two - enjoying the daylight during the day and finishing the rest of the work in the evening. (I recommend not working directly before falling asleep though, because then your brain cannot switch so quickly :)
- Meditate (several times a day :D)
- New activities! Try everything you can and I am sure you will find many exciting new hobbies. However, you will need to stop worrying about looking like a beginner :) You will be one at first. Sadly, many adults got *too serious* and have a hard time trying out new things. Also, often, we stopped doing some activities because of some irrelevant people who told us we were not 'good enough'. There is no good enough. There is only the joy from the process :)
- Different environment - for work: clean, silent, noisy, multi-tasking, focused... for life: different flats / houses, nature / lack of nature / combination, sea/mountains/both, dryer/humid, warm/cold. This can change with time and mood as well :)
- Time for yourself - rethink it and do not make time for yourself only on the weekends (or never). My biggest hack past 2 years is doing my things IN THE MORNING. This way I am sure that I am happy, I have time for myself and I finish everything I wanted. A different time zone or a flexible time-work can be your friend.
What else would you suggest and what works for you? :)
Cheers!
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-15
Super excited to be giving a speech tomorrow in Bangkok, Thailand.
We will meet with other libertarian supporters of Liberland at 7 PM.
Hope to see you around!
#liberland #countryrepresentative
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-14
How to deal with a lack of socialization in the office while working remotely? 🤔
4 Solutions you can use today.
Working remotely can sometimes feel isolating, especially if you're used to being surrounded by coworkers in an office. But there are ways to overcome the lack of socialization and still feel connected to your team. Here are a few tips for handling the lack of office socialization while working remotely:
1/ Use communication and collaboration tools to stay connected with your team. There are many tools available that can help remote teams stay connected and collaborate effectively. Some examples include Slack, Asana, and Zoom. Use these tools to share updates, ask questions, and work together on projects in real-time.
2/ Schedule regular check-ins with your team. Set aside time each week to meet with your coworkers, either through a video call or by phone. This will give you an opportunity to catch up and discuss any issues or concerns you may have.
3/ Make an effort to socialize outside of work. Just because you're not in an office doesn't mean you can't socialize with your coworkers. If you're comfortable doing so, consider inviting your team members to join you for a virtual happy hour or coffee break. Or, if you're all in the same location, plan a social outing outside of work.
4/ Consider joining a professional networking group or online community. There are many online communities and professional networking groups that can help you connect with other remote workers and exchange ideas and experiences. These can be great places to find support and build connections with others who are in similar situations.
Overall, the key to overcoming the lack of office socialization while working remotely is to be proactive and make an effort to stay connected with your team. By using communication tools, scheduling regular check-ins, and finding ways to socialize outside of work, you can maintain strong connections with your coworkers and feel less isolated.
#remotework for life
Photo: Koh Phangan, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-13
3 benefits of remote work vs. office work 👇🏻
As more and more companies embrace remote work, it's clear that there are many advantages to this type of arrangement. Here are three reasons why working remotely is better than working in an office:
1/ Increased flexibility. One of the biggest benefits of remote work is the increased flexibility it offers. When you're not tied to a specific location, you can work from wherever is most convenient for you. This could be your home, a coworker's house, a coffee shop, or even a beach in the Caribbean. The ability to work from anywhere can make it easier to manage your work-life balance and allow you to be more productive.
2/ Improved collaboration. Despite the common belief that remote work can be isolating, the opposite is often true. With the right tools and strategies, remote teams can actually be more collaborative than in-office teams. For example, remote workers can use communication and collaboration tools like Slack, Asana, and Zoom to stay connected with their coworkers and work together on projects in real time.
3/ Cost savings. Working remotely can also save you and your company money. Without the need for a physical office space, you can save on rent, utilities, and other overhead costs. And because remote workers are not limited by geography, companies can hire the best talent from anywhere in the world, which can be more cost-effective than hiring locally.
Overall, the benefits of remote work are clear: increased flexibility, improved collaboration, and cost savings. If you're considering a remote work arrangement, don't be afraid to take the plunge. It may just be the best decision you ever make.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-13
You say the morning coffee in the office is better than this?
Oh… nice try.
🙃
I feel much more energized here though. 👋🏻
Hi from Bangkok, Thailand.
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-12
6 months ago, I was scared to upload a series of short videos expressing my ideas.
Yet, I did it.
And I am glad I exceeded this mental 'limit'.
Now?
Next week I'll give a speech in the 4th country in those same 6 months :)
Since then, I also gave several interviews on the global level (including one US company). (And maybe if I read my LinkedIn messages more often, there would be even more interviews.)
#keepgoing <3
Photo: Me on the Serbian beach, Danube river, around Liberland, August 2022
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-10
Income doesn't reflect the prices or inflation.
Income reflects your worth in the job market. Your worth are your skills and efficiency.
People are being laid off.
That means that they are not needed anymore where they used to work. Or, their worth doesn't reflect their cost anymore.
When laid off, that's a great time to think about own worth.
What value are you bringing?
And, if the market finds it insufficient, it's time to increase own worth. You can do this by improving your skills or efficiency (it's often related), or increasing your effort on the job market.
Also, boosting the awareness of our own worth can be helpful - why should someone else value you more than you value yourself?
However, this usually doesn't happen.
People often get to the victim position (what a terrible market), expecting to be saved by someone else ('governmental' support).
The problem is that society and collective thinking is teaching us we can get 'something for nothing'. There's nothing such as 'free education' or 'governmental support'. They always come at the expense of someone else, involuntarily.
Of course, breaking such a habit (it's nothing else than a mind construct) as a society will be very difficult. Lacking the awareness of reality and outsourcing our responsibility to others is a childish position in psychology.
And, who wouldn't love to be a kid forever when it's being approved?
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-09
👇🏻 5 Reasons Companies should allow their employees to work remotely 👇🏻
As many organizations are adapting to a new way of working after the pandemic, the idea of allowing employees to work remotely is becoming more commonplace. Offering a remote work option can bring numerous advantages to both employers and employees, including increased productivity, improved work/life balance, and cost savings. Here are five reasons why companies should consider allowing their employees to work remotely:
1. Increased Employee Productivity: Research has shown that when employees are allowed to work remotely, they tend to be more productive. Working remotely gives employees the flexibility to create their own schedules and work in an environment where they are most comfortable, enabling them to get more done in less time.
2. Improved Work/Life Balance: Allowing employees to work remotely can provide them with a better work/life balance. Remote work gives employees more control over their work hours, allowing them to adjust their schedules to accommodate personal commitments. This can lead to greater job satisfaction and improved employee morale.
3. Cost Savings: Remote work can also save companies money. By allowing employees to work remotely, companies can save on expenses related to office space, equipment, and other overhead costs.
4. Increased Talent Pool: By offering remote work options, companies can open up their talent pool to a wider range of potential employees. This can be especially beneficial for companies in rural areas or those with limited access to qualified workers.
5. Improved Communication: Remote work can help improve communication between employees, managers, and other stakeholders. Virtual communication tools such as video conferencing and online collaboration platforms can help ensure that everyone is on the same page and working towards the same goals.
In conclusion, remote work can bring numerous benefits to companies, including increased productivity, improved work/life balance, cost savings, increased talent pool, and improved communication. For these reasons, companies should consider allowing their employees to work remotely.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-09
See you in Chiang Mai, Thailand ❤️
'Don’t work from home - work from the best place for your life.'
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-09
'You showed me freedom and now I have to go to jail again.'
^
My friend complained about having to go to the office while talking to me so often that she understands she wants to work from home/anywhere permanently </3
(Be careful if you're following me, you may have a hard time returning to the office.)
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-08
It's been more than two years since the pandemic shifted our lives and the way we work. It's been a difficult journey, but it has also brought an unprecedented opportunity to create the future of work. Remote work is now a reality, and it's here to stay.
We've seen companies like Twitter, Shopify, and Facebook go all-in on remote work and extend the option for employees to work from home permanently. This shift is not only bringing convenience to employees, but also allowing companies to access talent from a global pool.
The days of having to be in the office to get work done are gone. With the right tools and practices, remote work can be just as effective as in-office work. We're already seeing companies reap the benefits of this shift, such as increased productivity, better collaboration, and cost savings.
Remote work is the future of work, and it's already happening today. There's no need to go back to the office. We can make the most of this opportunity to create a remote-first future that works for everyone.
Don't go back to history.
Be the future.
#remotework for life
Photo: Koh Samui, Thailand, spring 2022
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-08
What social media to use for particular personal branding?
The area of Social Media as a place to share our breakfast is over.
Today, Social Media are the #1 place to shape the way you're seen.
Personal branding is not about what posts you write - it's about everything you do. That's the way your surrounding frames you and remembers you.
For personal branding, the right social media platform is key! Here's my breakdown of some of the top options out there and their pros and cons for personal branding:
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LinkedIn:
Pros: Professional, account-oriented platform with a focus on building relationships.
Cons: Limited ability to post visuals and multimedia content.
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Twitter:
Pros: Short, snappy posts and a wide audience reach.
Cons: Limited characters and lack of post customization.
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Instagram:
Pros: Highly visual platform with a large global reach.
Cons: Limited post-engagement metrics and difficulty measuring ROI.
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Facebook:
Pros: Highly customizable post options and ability to target specific audiences.
Cons: Lower user engagement than other platforms.
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YouTube:
Pros: Ability to post high-quality videos with excellent engagement metrics.
Cons: Competitive landscape and need for longer form content.
Ultimately, it's up to you to decide which platform is best for your personal branding! Find the one that works for you and make sure to stay consistent with your content and messaging. #personalbranding #socialmedia #marketing
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-07
5 steps on how to find your first remote cooperation in cybersecurity?
Are you looking to get your foot in the door in the world of #Cybersecurity? Remote work is becoming increasingly popular in this field, and it is a great way to get your start. Here are some tips on how to find your first remote #Cybersecurity job:
1. Update your #LinkedIn profile to make sure it reflects your cybersecurity skills and certifications. And of course, never stop learning.
2. Network with peers in the field, who can provide valuable advice on how to land a remote job.
3. Look for job postings on specialized cybersecurity job boards.
4. Research companies that offer remote work opportunities in cybersecurity and reach out to their hiring managers.
5. Check out industry events and conferences, where you can meet recruiters and employers in person.
Good luck in your search! #CybersecurityJobs #RemoteWork #CareerAdvice
Let me know what you'd add.
#remotework for life
Photo: Ha Giang, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-07
What's the best place to work remotely in Asia? 🏝
As remote work continues to become more and more of a reality for many of us, the question of where to work remotely from is an important one. Asia has long been a popular destination for digital nomads, offering a tantalizing mix of culture, cuisine, and adventure. But which country is the best in Asia to work remotely from?
In my opinion, the best country in Asia to work remotely from is Thailand. From its bustling cities and white-sand beaches to its vibrant culture and delicious cuisine, Thailand offers something for everyone. Additionally, its excellent infrastructure, reliable internet, and plentiful coworking spaces make it an ideal place for remote workers. Plus, with its affordable cost of living, you can easily stretch your dollar and enjoy a comfortable lifestyle.
Whether you’re looking for an adventure or a peaceful place to hunker down and get work done, Thailand has something to offer. It has become my favorite spot to work remotely from and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to make the jump to remote work.
And so, see you around next week!
If you're in Thailand, DM me and we can arrange a meeting.
#remotework for life
Photo: Bangkok, Thailand, spring 2022
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-06
4 steps to how to find remote cooperation?
Are you considering taking the plunge into the world of remote work? If so, you're not alone! Many people are now turning to remote work as a way to make a living. But how do you find your first remote job?
Here are 4 steps: 👇🏻
1. Reach out to your network. Let your friends and colleagues know that you are looking for remote work. They may be able to connect you with great opportunities or give you advice on the best places to look.
2. Utilize job boards. Platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor all have remote job postings. Take some time to browse through the job postings and apply for positions that are a good fit.
3. Attend virtual events. Virtual events such as webinars, conferences, and meetups are great ways to network and get your name out there as a remote worker.
4. Leverage online resources. There are many online resources dedicated to helping people find remote work. Check out websites such as Remote . co, We Work Remotely, and FlexJobs to browse listings and apply for jobs. Many remote jobs are also available in the blockchain industry - see the website cryptocurrencyjobs . co
With a bit of research and networking, you'll be able to find your first remote job in no time! Good luck!
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-06
#2 Liberland in Georgia Meet & Greet
We meet today at 7 PM at Atoneli 20, Tbilisi.
Program:
6.30 PM Open doors
7.00 PM Introduction by Samuela Davidova, the Representative of Liberland to Georgia
7.15 PM Live call with Michal Ptáčník, Minister of Justice - Introduction to Liberland Blockchain
7.45 PM Presentation about Liberland tourism by Samuela
8.15 PM Networking and Saperavi time
9.00 PM End
I highly encourage you to come - it's my last week in the country for this year
Otherwise, happy holidays and see you in 2023!
#liberland #georgia #sakartvelo
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-06
How companies can benefit from remote work?
The rise of remote work has become an increasingly popular concept due to advances in technology and the growing demand for flexible work schedules. For companies, the benefits of remote work are numerous, ranging from increased productivity and cost savings to improved employee morale and enhanced customer service.
Firstly, remote work can increase productivity. Without the distraction of a busy office, employees can focus on their tasks in a distraction-free environment. This can lead to shorter completion times and better quality of work.
Secondly, remote work can save companies money. As employees are not physically present in the office, companies can reduce their overhead costs, such as rent and utilities, and use the money saved to invest in other areas of the business.
Thirdly, remote work can improve employee morale. With the ability to work from anywhere, employees have more freedom and flexibility to manage their own time. This can lead to improved job satisfaction and a greater sense of ownership.
Finally, remote work can lead to improved customer service. With employees able to work from home, companies can respond to customer inquiries faster and more efficiently. This can help build trust and loyalty, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
Overall, the benefits of remote work for companies are clear. From increased productivity and cost savings to improved employee morale and customer service, remote work can be a great way to maximize efficiency and boost profits.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-05
The future of work is now.
As the world continues to adjust to the new reality of remote work, more and more businesses are beginning to experience the advantages of a distributed workforce. From improved productivity and collaboration to increased job satisfaction and cost savings, the benefits of remote work are becoming increasingly clear.
One of the primary benefits of remote work is increased productivity. Studies have shown that employees tend to be more productive when working remotely, thanks to fewer distractions and the ability to customize their workspace and environment to meet their individual needs.
Collaboration is also improved with remote work. With the right tools and processes in place, remote teams can effectively communicate and collaborate, no matter where they are. This allows teams to work together quickly and efficiently, and it also creates an environment of trust and camaraderie.
Job satisfaction is another key benefit of remote work. Without the need to commute to an office, employees can enjoy more flexible hours and an improved work/life balance. This can lead to improved morale, greater job satisfaction, and ultimately higher retention rates.
Finally, businesses can experience significant cost savings thanks to remote work. With fewer overhead costs and the ability to hire top talent from anywhere in the world, businesses can save on resources and gain access to a larger pool of potential employees.
Overall, the advantages of remote work are becoming more and more apparent. As businesses continue to embrace this new way of working, they can look forward to improved productivity, better collaboration, increased job satisfaction, and cost savings.
What other explanations do you need?
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-12-03
If you don't consider life a fully deterministic flow of events, you can expand your options and live more fully and better.
I gave a presentation about, what I call, The Freeist concept. I wish I see many Freeists around me in the future - people who through accepting the responsibility for their own life & actions broaden their opportunities.
'Others often kill our potential.'
'Dare question the status quo.'
'Find what you love among the non-obvious.'
<3
If you want me to share the pretty descriptive slides with you, please, comment and I'll DM them to you ❤️
#libertarian
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-30
As a Liberland representative, it was a must for me to attend the Binance Georgia Meetup in Tbilisi.
It was an especially exciting opportunity to listen to the company CEO, CZ.
I am incredibly proud to be part of such a broad community of libertarians that surrounds Liberland, the first metaverse country in the world. 🚀
#countryrepresentative #liberland
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-30
My last 2 weeks in Georgia 🇬🇪 for this year. Then, see you working remotely from Thailand. 🏝
Where can we meet:
- 6 Dec - 2nd Liberland Meet & Greet (DM me for details)
- 7-8 Dec - Touch 2022 Summit by Touch Platform - the Largest tech conference in Caucasus Region
- 19 Dec - Chiang Mai, Thailand; One Workspace - Level up your Remote Work - I will be presenting the topic of Remote Work and how you can bring it to the next level.
If we couldn't meet f2f anymore this year - happy holidays! I will keep you posted and send greetings from below the palm.
#keepgoing and #remotework for life
P.S. Let me know in the comments your remote work-related questions and I will cover them in the next posts for you.
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-23
I don't need a nanny.
I do not need my employer to tell me at what time should I come, where, and in what clothing.
I think I can manage these things already myself.
That's why I work somewhere where I am trusted and we are free to choose. #trustsoft
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-22
Have you ever seen history going backward?
Do you know any single event when things returned to the 'before' era?
Do you think I am crazy asking such a question?
That's valid.
But this is exactly what we try to do when:
*companies are nostalgic about the pre-pandemic life, trying to push it back;
*companies force people to go back to the office after 2 years of working remotely;
*companies allow you to sit at home on Monday and Wednesday (or any other random days)
You cannot give people freedom and flexibility and then lock them back. It's not working backward.
Trust your people. Because if you don't then don't work with them in the first place.
#remotework for life
Photo: Tbilisi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-21
When you wake up at 5 AM to start working undistracted...
...but your colleagues reply to you right away.
😐
#async
P.S. The way might be to move a few time zones to the east #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-20
What are YOU doing on Sundays?
The first introductory episode of Liberland in Georgia 🇬🇪 will be published today at 8 PM Dubai time / 5 PM CET.
I cannot believe I make it happen. 🚀
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Yes, it's not the best presentation I gave, but at the same time, I realize how much is there skin in the game, bravery, and energy to make things happen. Especially in a foreign country where I still have so few people I know. Yay.
#liberland
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-18
How to keep work cooperation flawless when working remotely?
As you would do normally!
The only difference between remote work and on-site is that in remote, you CANNOT hide the communication problems.
There's a pattern in most companies:
Their communication is usually very bad - they don't use an efficient tool, no one directs the communication, and it is messy.
Often, there's not one place where people share the information. Documentation is everywhere, locally hosted, or nonexistent.
When people work on-site, they usually disregard these serious problems. They have the impression that it's not an issue - they can always *knock on your shoulder* (what a disrespectful distraction...). However, when someone is sick, they realize how much they're completely dependent on their nonexistent workflow and documentation non-management.
When companies go remote, they MUST face these issues and resolve them.
This is also one of the reasons why #remotefirst companies are better to work for: they had to resolve all these problems. When you join such a company, the internal processes are usually more clear, less bureaucratic, and more understandable.
What is your experience with communication and documentation in remote companies? How do you handle common issues? Do you face any other struggles?
P.S. In the next posts, I will share how you can bring remote work cooperation to the next level. Turn on the notifications for my posts to not to miss this out. Share with your network, if you find the content helpful. If you have any other tips, hit me up in the DMs.
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-18
Companies should understand, that remote work is a complete game-changer for most people.
For some, it can mean:
*More time with their old relatives.
*More time with their kids.
*Better self-care and mental health.
*Living in an environment that improves own well-being (and therefore productivity).
*Less stress.
and much more
Please, stop writing that you offer remote work, when in fact, you want people to come to the office X times a week.
It's not the same.
Once allows you to live at your best, the other doesn't.
Stop babysitting your people and trust them. We're already grown-ups.
#remotework for life
P.S. Let me know in the comment how Remote Work was game-changing to your life direction.
Photo: Ha Giang, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-17
I brought together a list of my current activities 🚀 If you think there's anything we could cooperate on, let me know. ✈️
What I am currently doing: 👇🏻
*I work remotely in cybersecurity / IT on various projects for European companies for TrustSoft - https://buff.ly/3O9XLI6
*I am the Liberland representative to Georgia. I run a local community here. My long-term aim is to get recognized Liberland passports in the country. https://buff.ly/3tGh5TL
*I promote Remote Work as a way to a freer life, especially on my LinkedIn (https://buff.ly/3Ezkfiu - feel free to connect)
*I run a local group for CZ & SK people interested in moving to Georgia. https://buff.ly/3EyY24e
*I remotely open bank accounts in Georgia as part of https://buff.ly/3EByN10
*I want people to rethink their life & work opportunities. I will do it through The Freeist project (hopefully a future book) - https://buff.ly/3AiEOx2
*I run a blog where I share my ideas, thoughts, and insights https://buff.ly/3EBLOaX
*I started posting my own Self-Development insights on my YouTube channel https://buff.ly/3gdmwXl
*I started running a podcast Liberland in Georgia in cooperation with Franklin Club. A new episode will be out bi-weekly at https://buff.ly/3gdmwXl
*I just launched the self-development group Tbilisi aiming to interconnect likeminded ambitious people in Georgia https://buff.ly/3THqmFX
Looking forward to seeing you around (: ☀️
P.S. I hope this to be a great example of a typical lazy #remoteworker ;)
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-17
I just launched a Tbilisi self-development community. 🎉
The aim?
> Connect to like-minded people, share resources, recommendations, up&downs, progress, or cooperate. I want to interconnect the ambitious people who live in Tbilisi.
And, since there's nothing else like that & I have a marketing mindset & I can run communities, it's time to create it myself.
I am looking forward to the join request from everyone Georgia-based. Hope to see you soon at our first meet-up!
https://buff.ly/3THqmFX
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-16
My 10 tips on how to do great & better public speech 👇🏻
1/ Changing the formats is a great way to keep the audience interested. This is a good strategy and I will continue with it. I combine some question/exercise for people + storytelling + regular information + photo / video + less text in the presentation (the points to be expressive)
2/ Being honest & self is much more than being right. Admitting you’re not right is great.
3/ I do not like BS around anything. I love simplified stuff. If the topic is too complicated, it’s worth rethinking twice whether to dive deeper into it.
4/ Having two days for the preparation (information gathering, clarification, presentation preparation) can be pretty much enough.
5/ I enjoy getting the information long-term and keep my subconsciousness to work it though. Then I prepare the presentation on the presentation day.
6/ Always provide context. Assume people don’t know. Always. Yes, always.
7/ Relax before the speech. I went running + took a warm shower, but I was far too much in rush and stressed before it. I will go back to my traditional ritual of massage + low information day + meditation + slow pace = presentation day. (As best every day hahaha :’)
8/ When you are overthinking it, you speak worse than when you don’t. Yes, I was overthinking speaking in Russian and it was okay, but I speak the language way better when I don’t think about every word, obviously. This reflects on the topic too.
9/ The best topic (and work, in the end) is self-expression. If you live it, you will rock. Express what you live (and love), not what you were taught.
10/ Interview is simpler than a presentation.. of course. Just a reminder.
Bonus: stay human.
What would you add? Let me know in the comments.
#liberland #representative
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-15
Can you benefit from being in a different time zone than other colleagues?
Sure! Let me show you how 👇🏻
I highly recommend everyone who doesn't have fixed work time (which often doesn't make sense), at least part of the day:
Try different work-time regimes 👉🏻
> Experiment with waking up in the morning and working and / or working later in the evening (but not ~ 1 hour before sleep - it's better to wind off for better sleep)
> Try splitting the day in half - work in the morning and then in the evening - make a trip or spend time on your hobbies during the day (this is an amazing hack, especially in the middle of the week to reset a bit)
~ because your body needs some time to adjust its regime, I recommend waking up earlier (if you want to experiment with it) for a couple of days in a row so that you wouldn't be fooled by being tired on the first days. Also, waking up in the morning starts with falling asleep earlier in the evening :)
How to implement this in the time zones ✈️
I highly recommend the EASTERN time zones from your office country:
> You can start your day the way you want (I love to work undistracted when everyone else sleeps & do my things to make sure I spend time on my hobbies),
> You can feel (and be) a bit ahead. (e.g. finishing the work that you agreed on at the end of the previous working day will move the project forward and save some time)
> You can have more daylight! If you work in the morning, you can enjoy daytime time off (if you don't have some fixed-time calls, of course). This is the best benefit.
Also, ~ 2 hours on the west can be okay, or, ~ 8 hours on the west and more. If you will go into anything in between, you will likely suffer, because the office workday will start at your night. Unless, of course, you don't have complete async cooperation.
How do I know all this?
I live it.
Follow me for more.
#rethink #async
and, #remotework for life
Photo: Thailand, Krabi, 2022
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-14
As a Liberland Representative to Georgia, it's a great honor to share with you some of the updates about my latest activities 🕊❤️🇬🇪
* We shot 4 episodes of the Liberland in Georgia podcast thanks to the generosity and capacities of the ფრანკლინის კლუბი • Franklin Club. You can look forward to the first episode this week, and bi-weekly from then on. I wish to make every second episode to be an interview with a guest. And, so far, I had very interesting and perspective-broadening interviews.
Stay tuned.
In the podcast, I will share the freedom mindset, the Liberland (and to me also Georgian) value. The podcast is in English.
* Our flag newly lays in the Arteria Gallery & Jazz bar. As a jazz lover, I appreciate we have support in such places.
* Our next meetup will be on the 6th of December and I aim to make it a bit less formal. If you wanna be kept updated, DM me and I'll send you a link to our Facebook group.
* If you want to arrange a meeting with me in Georgia, please do so by the 11th of December. After that see you next year :)
* I am now organizing some possible public speeches in Thailand. If things will go well, I'll try to present both Liberland and Georgia (in different contexts). First, I wish I made the Liberland meetup in Bangkok or Chiang Mai. Second, I want to promote Georgia as a country for life. Hope to inspire some new people, this time in Asia.
If you wanted to catch up in Thailand, let me know.
#liberland #representative
CC: Vit Jedlicka
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-14
My new 5 self-development insights from the past month | 11/2022 edition
In this episode I share my top 5 insights over the past month that helped me grow:
1/ A great exercise that helps you to identify what you can change about yourself to become a better person.
2/ An explained reminder about the root cause, or first-principles thinking. And, I share what might be meta-solutions to a good life.
3/ How to reduce the feeling of invalidation?
4/ How can you get more energy right away from what you already have?
5/ How does our world reflect us & some tips to improve your networking and socialization.
Enjoy and cheers 🚀
P.S. if you don't want the calculator quality next time, support me at Buy Me A Coffee - Remote Girl (link in my profile)
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-08
Attend events if you're working remotely. Otherwise, you're missing a lot.
But not (only) to socialize. 💡
When you work around the globe, you have an opportunity to listen to the best speakers all around the world.
As a remote worker, you can even travel to events or conferences, without interrupting your work responsibilities (you will have to adjust your schedule of course though).
Remote work gives you the opportunity to meet interesting people from all around the world. What's a plus is that remote work connects you. You have usually something in common - a sense of freedom or responsibility. You can share experiences and enrich your world understanding.
And where to find the events no matter where you are?
*Try finding local communities of your interest, they often organize events,
*See MeetUp website and Facebook events,
*Check local coworking spaces, Telegram, or FB expat Groups (depending on the country).
(P.S. I feel the urge to organize events myself if I cannot find an appropriate one, but it requires additional effort.)
Do you have any other tips? Share it in the comments to help the community.
As always,
#remotework for life
And, stay #thefreeist - broaden the opportunities you have in your life.
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-07
I don't believe in 'perfectionism'.
When someone says that they're 'perfectionists', sadly it mostly means:
*They don't believe in themselves. They don't know what they want to achieve.
*They don't drive the thing to any result or outcome. Lack of decision-making & responsibility acceptance.
*Often they zoom in on one little unnecessary detail to 'make it perfect' - they are unable to focus on what's important and distinguish it.
Yet, the meta-problem to me is either lack of vision and/or a lack of stand for oneself.
Why?
If you know what to do, you will likely get there.
If you believe in yourself and can stand for yourself, you don't mind delivering *at least something* to improve it thanks to the feedback, or just state what's good enough.
Everyone I heard saying that they're perfectionists are people who:
*Keep saying for years that they wait for *the idea*
*Keep adjusting their projects for years (again), because they don't find it *good enough* (but often they don't know what they want to achieve).
*Don't really change anything about their life because _____ (fill out your favorite excuse like 'not the right time, not the right period, family, money, not enough time, not the right country, visa limitations...)
I am not a perfectionist and I am not perfect.
Why?
No one is. It's a BS. :) (I know I'm on thin ice here on the hyper-correct culture's social media.)
Only action drives relevant feedback.
Cheers.
#thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-04
👱🏻♂️'If you want, you can use our studio for some podcast shooting.'
👸🏻'Oh wow, that's really kind. Hmmmm... And, could we shoot two episodes tomorrow?'
👱🏻♂️ ' Well, yes, sure. At 5 PM?'
On the next day, we really proceeded with the video shooting.
I made use of the visit of my two friends & big libertarians - Marianna Sadecka and Pavol Luptak. We shot two short perspective-broadening shows.
They'll be out soon.
Stay tuned.
--
Mindset insights:
*You must first spot the opportunity. Stay open.
*Be aware of what you say 'yes' to. Not every offer is an opportunity.
*Without action, you don't get anywhere. Driving the opportunities to the outcomes is another mastery.
I am #thefreeist - I broaden the opportunities in my life.
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-03
Remote Girl presenting on-site? 👀
YES! And I love it.
As a Liberland Representative to Georgia, I organized my first Meet & Greet in Tbilisi.
It's different to 'just' live somewhere & work remotely VERSUS organizing events or doing anything business-like. I still do not know that many people and their habits here, yet everything went well.
I feel proud of daring to stand out of the crowd, do things, and keep moving.
As a Liberland representative, my duty is to share awareness, help with the consulate services (if required), and in the long run make the country recognized.
And, so far, I'd say that I'm well on my way - making use of everything I've learned over the years.
Aim higher :)
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-03
How long do digital nomads stay in one country? 🕵🏻♀️
Only 4% of the stays of digital nomads last less than 7 days. Considering the data, it may be more of a holiday character in such a case.
Most people stay in one country for a range of 30 days. Yet, if interpreting the data, you must examine also the fact of the visa limitation. It is highly probable, that people wouldn't hop that much if the visa policies were more favorable.
Nonstop travel might sound great, but can be very tiring.
I'd say that these data would be interesting in the context of one year - most people keep coming back to some 'base country'.
Even the perpetual travelers I know have a home :) Yet, sometimes, those are three flats around the globe. And that's fine too.
Did you learn anything new? Is there any other aspect you'd consider seeing the data? Let me know in the comments :)
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-02
Is Georgia 🇬🇪 a good place for #remotework?
TL;DR: Yes!
Georgia is a very European country with good internet connectivity, amazing people, culture, and nature.
☀️ If you plan to stay shorter, you will appreciate:
*Variability of the country - from the seaside to the mountains; from Bali-alike nature to the mountain breeze.
*Hedonism: sulfur baths, amazing and rich local cuisine and wine, sharing culture, long toasts. To eat is an event here.
*Good facilities in Tbilisi, Kutaisi, and Batumi (major cities here). Evolving nomad communities & meetups. Newly opened cafes and co-working spaces. Georgia is rising!
🚀 If you plan to stay long-term, you will appreciate:
*1-year allowance of stay, visa-free for most countries; then you can make a visa run.
*Welcoming mentality - I never felt so appreciated and accepted as a foreigner in another country. Also, it's pretty easy to make new friends here (even among locals).
*Beneficial taxation - for most occupations, you can use the Micro Business status with 0% tax (under 50k GEL), or Small Business Status (under 500k GEL).
*Good cost vs. value ratio. (Despite the rising prices.)
*Most people speak English - especially where you need it: banks, governmental services, and restaurants.
*Low bureaucracy & capitalistic conditions - you fill out your tax reports in minutes yourself, secured and prompt payment system, and 24/7 shops everywhere.
After almost 2 years in this beautiful country, it doesn't stop surprising me with its beauty.
A huge shout out to Georgia, the best country to live in for me. Thank you for having such an opportunity to live here. 🇬🇪
Let me know what's your favorite country for remote work in the comments! :)
Samuela Davidová
2022-11-01
Remote workers don't work.
Remote workers will be difficult to communicate with.
Remote workers are lazy.
^
Did someone tell you this? Ever?
Don't work with them.
Why?
Because they project themselves how they would work remotely.
Of course, one wouldn't hire a person that doesn't work or is hard to communicate with, in the first place. 🙃
#remotework for life
be #thefreeist
Photo: illustrative :)
Me after giving the speech about Remote Work in Ark of Liberland at the Floating Man Conference 2022 - we moved to the beaches with other participants.
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-31
Could I make a compromise and go back to the office after working remotely for years?
Definitely...
...no.
When I accidentally wait in traffic or am crowded in public transportation, I realize that it's a reality for most people. Not only it's incredibly unpleasant and makes me upset (why would I willingly be choosing this way to spend my day?), but it wastes my time.
Instead of going shopping at the peak times, I can go when there's no one around.
Instead of being stuck in traffic, I can work from home, enjoying a slowly-cooked homemade breakfast.
Instead of being disturbed by someone all the time walking around and sometimes interrupting my work, I can find a peaceful environment (or the one that works exactly for you).
I cannot work anymore among distractions - despite I meditate and having a good attention span. I find it disrespectful for someone to interrupt me (especially physically) while doing something.
I don't feel I must explain myself here. It's been already scientifically proven several times - from productivity, and attention, to well-being research.
Do you like your office?
Go there.
But don't push others to do the same just because of your preferences.
#remotework for life
be #thefreeist
Photo: Home, Tbilisi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-28
Remote workers are lazy, that's why they don't go to the office.
I surely am lazy to go to the office.
But I'm not lazy to live my life.
I'm not lazy to exchange the time I save to go running, or to the gym.
I'm not lazy to exchange that time to make the laundry, clean my home, or cook myself healthy food.
I'm not lazy to spend that time meditating or reading a book.
But hey, this is called 'effectiveness' - maybe, some things shouldn't be done in the first place because they don't create any value.
Like commuting.
Enjoy yourself at your best.
#remotework for life
Be #thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-27
3 Tips on How to get Remote Work 👇🏻
* Ask your current employer whether you could work remotely. Discuss this with your manager and HR to adjust both processes and the legal way accordingly. (Of course, this applies to most of the office-job work, not if you work as a factory worker.)
* Find companies that work remotely - either via people who already work remotely (see #remotework), check the list of remote-first companies (Google "remote first companies"), or see the remote work jobs portals (JustRemote, AngelList, Remotive, RemoteOK...)
* Check the job offers while filtering "Remote Work":
Here on LinkedIn, go to "Jobs", search for the position you're looking for & in the 'onsite/remote' choose 'remote'.
Yet, I recommend reading carefully the job description, to make sure that the position is 100% remote. Sadly, not all companies list this correctly, just to attract the attention of people.
Let me know if this helped and what else would help you to launch your remote cooperation.
Share with your network if you found it useful. It may help someone else too!
#remotework for life
and stay #thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-26
Have you also noticed how others project their own fears on us?
"You won't have the internet there."
"How could you travel there? What if there will be no place for work?"
"Will you make it even with the different timezone?"
And the more I travel, the more I understand how everything got portable.
People's fears are of course valid, but they are often connected to a limited world understanding.
Get advice about remote work from people who work remotely, not from someone who never tried it and doesn't even travel (or that often; of course, if you want to travel).
The best to find out is to try yourself, in the end.
#remotework for life
And be #thefreeist
Photo: Ha Giang, Vietnamese mountains
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-25
Don't try to get remote work if you're not:
* Responsible
* Accountable
* Trustworthy
* Skilled in communication
* Used to make documentation
First, such people harm the understanding of Remote Workers (:
Second, go and learn this, and until you do so, do not get any job at all.
In the office, you can hide these imperfections more or less. You get 'trusted' because they 'see you' so it creates the impression that you work well or okay.
But if you go working remotely, you'll be fired soon. There's nowhere to hide and nothing to BS around. You either deliver or not.
Remote work is not 'something for nothing'.
It's well deserved.
#remotework for life
be #thefreeist
Photo: Gomarduli, Adjara mountains, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-25
I am organizing events... again.
And today, there will be held a special one:
1st Liberland Meet & Greet in Tbilisi, Georgia
In the summer, I agreed on the voluntary role of the Liberland Representative to Georgia. Since then, I create a local community and share the awareness step-by-step.
The first community meetup will be held today at 5 PM local time in the area of the Liberty of the Library of New Economic School - Georgia. I cannot wait to see all the like-minded libertarians excited about the same idea - Liberland as a country that shows the world that things can be different.
If there's anything of value to me, then it's showing different perspectives that may stay covered by others.
To me - it's about individual freedom and life&work opportunities.
To Liberland - it's about freedom in terms of the nation-state and its people.
It's a country created for people.
And if they wouldn't like it, they can opt out.
See you around.
#liberland #representative #libertarian #thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-24
Real-life Remote Work Starterpack:
* Laptop
* High-speed internet (with an e-sim backup)
* Responsibility, trustworthiness, accountability
* Top environment in a great destination
* Planning the weekend getaway
I wish people stopped sending me comments and messages about pajamas and that one worker who once didn't do something when working from home...
Look, if you don't know how to make it work, it doesn't mean others don't.
Take care and enjoy your life & work at your best!
#remotework for life
Be #thefreeist
Photo: one of the many cafes @ Belgrad, Serbia
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-17
Should I postpone my life for later because of work?
Or should I enjoy my days, live in the places I want, and also move on the career ladder at the same time? Is it even possible?
Of course, it is.
I live it.
I used to be *busy and important*. Workaholic for life.
I believe that being tired and exhausted proves my worth.
I always had something to do. My calendar was full.
To understand, that it's not about doing things.
It's about doing the right and worthy things.
My worth is not defined by how much I am wasted.
It is defined by what value I can bring.
And, can I bring a higher value if I feel better? If I am surrounded by the environment I choose? If I live in a place I enjoy?
:) Well, of course.
#remotework for life, because it enabled me to live in a country I love, live the life I want, and travel in places I would be postponing for "never" (I know people say 'later').
No matter the general consensus, I will go against the status quo and I will never give up:
Yes, you can have it all.
Go for it and never give up on your dreams.
Be #thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-12
Cooperation question >> Remote Work Law services
I am looking for a company focusing on Digital Nomad Law issues, able to help both the individuals and the companies.
Please, if you know anyone who could be at least partly related, I'll be grateful for the contact. It will make me as happy as on the photo.
Take care and #remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-12
I wake up where I want to.
That’s what’s different with remote work.
It may be mountains today and a capital tomorrow, or the seaside and national park the other day.
Once we embrace remote work, we can live a more fulfilled life the way we want.
We can live the way we want, no matter where the office is.
I send you greetings from magical Gomarduli, Georgia 🇬🇪
#remotework for life and be #thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-07
How is mental health with remote work?
Well, much better!
The core difference is that you can choose your environment.
I work usually in some calming, non-distractive place. It makes me more relaxed, focused, and happy. I can more easily get into the flow because no one is constantly moving around.
It's also often easy to get overwhelmed by work thoughts - deadlines, stress, multi-tasking.
In the office, you cannot run away from it.
In the place YOU choose - you can:
> I may sit back on the floor and practice some deep breathing or meditate for a few minutes.
> I can change my thoughts from work more easily by doing something else for a while to get back refreshed (a 3-minute swim in the pool can make miracles). The office kitchen is... not the place.
> Or just turn it off for a while and have a brisk walk around the house to buy some fresh croissants (that's a definitely great mood booster too).
And, finally,
of course, I will feel better in the place I chose.
Or bring it vice-versa: why would I choose a workplace I do not enjoy?
Take care,
#remotework for life
and enjoy your weekend.
Stay #thefreeist - a person mindfully broadening his freedom and opportunities in life.
Photo: Afterwork Istanbul sunset, 2021
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-06
With remote work, I improved my physical health.
I am so surprised it's not discussed more.
What changed?
* I quit smoking - I have not been surrounded by other smokers anymore, which made it easier to rethink it.
* I started working out & spending time on my hobbies - I run, go to the gym, and on the weekend, I often do horse riding. I invest my previous commuting time into it. Also, since I relocated to a more affordable area, I can enjoy horse riding more often. On my travels, I try local sports - where else to learn Thai Box than in Thailand?
* I cook healthy food at home. No more snacks brought to the office, warming up old dishes, or choosing from some fried meals in the restaurant and eating them quickly.
Remote work enables me to live a better life.
And so I made use of it and live it.
#remotework for life
be #thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-06
A fresh new interview with me is out!
With Adam J. Carswell we briefly chatted about Georgia, living here, and my future Liberland mission in this amazing country ✈️
I am grateful for having the opportunity to live in such a beautiful country! Being originally Czech, I love every day in Georgia, a beautiful caucasian country. If you're wondering about it as a remote work location, it's definitely a way to go!
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-05
Please, stop with those stories about isolated remote workers 🙈
Our colleagues are great people, but...
...not necessarily those we'd truly choose for our life ourselves.
Our colleagues are just that - colleagues.
They may become our friends (I got so many!), but most of them are just great to discuss work-related issues. And that's fine!
Afterwork beer you say?
Oh please don't.
Sitting for 8 or 10 hours in the office, focused on work, and then also talking about work during the after-work hours? Burnout anyone? (Been there, done that.) And don't try to say that you don't discuss work at such meet-ups - everyone does, sooner or later.
The real problem is not isolation.
The problem is that people are unable to find their friends outside these standardized communities.
We're often so overwhelmed with work that we don't have any more energy to spend time on our hobbies. Many adults, therefore, don't have any hobbies - or they don't practice them, which I'd say is like having none.
Please, take care.
And,
#remotework for life
Be #thefreeist.
Photo: Dubai, La Mer beach
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-04
Remote work gives you the freedom to decide in which environment you want to work.
One doesn't fit all.
In the office a designer creates your workspace - I suppose he's a person who never did your job in the conditions you have.
Maybe the office manager helps him out so that it fits better - Yet she cannot fully understand your needs (even if there were thousands of polls, you will likely go only the democratic way).
Over the past 2+ years, we all understood that we will have to figure out our workspace ourselves.
And so we did:
*Someone created his office in a garage and implemented there a little gym right next to the computer.
*Someone moved away from the busy city center back to their family. They may enjoy a more (quality) socialized life than they ever did before.
*Someone may paint their room the way they want and create their variable office desk so that they can change positions during work.
(Let me know how you adjusted your 'office' :) )
And I?
I moved to another country and started traveling much more than I ever did (and could). I breathe better air, being more balanced, and started working out - I save a lot of time on commuting. I started spending more time on my hobbies, I set healthy boundaries, therefore I am not overworked, and my overall happiness improved.
And for the companies - the best solution I see in the market?
> Companies giving their people the budget to create their own workspace. 👏🏻
Take care,
#remotework for life (of course!)
and be #thefreeist
Photo: Gomarduli, Adjaria, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-03
I used to believe that work is the real meaning of life.
A career is easy to become a journey or a goal - it often offers feedback, meaning, socializing, and some guidance.
It's easier to follow than other things in life we often didn't get any 'best practice' for:
how to manage our time off, what opportunities in life we really have, how to eat or move properly, or how to manage our close relationships with all the busyness.
Many of us would be able to report to work: 'Hey, I am just going to the hospital, but if anything, just call me."
I used to be like that as well.
It can take a couple of months, or years, or dozens of years, to understand that it's not worth it. Soon or later you burn out and there's nothing left.
I often reflect on the importance of what we have in life and despite I am ambitious and hard-working, I can see, that certain things are surpassing these artificial importances and 'priorities' of tasks we often work at.
The most valuable things are paradoxically often those that are priceless.
It may be quality time, a hug, or a nice deep trusting chat.
It may be spending time in nature, walking, or sun in the sky.
Today, I'd say that the real winners in life are people, who manage to have work they genuinely enjoy, who have loving and trusting close ones, an environment they love, and enough balanced time for themselves.
Let me know what matters the most to you.
And, take care, all of you.
Sam
#remotework for life
And be #thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-02
Is it getting cold?
If you missed my article about the top 5 destinations for remote work for winter 2022, it may be the right time to read it through 😎
Let me know where we can catch up!
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-10-01
What’s ‘The Freeist’?
Or better, who is the #freeist?
TLDR:
The freeist is the person aware and responsible for his own life and he is intentionally and proactively broadening the opportunities he has.
It interconnects intentional education, perspective broadening, and observing the other mental models and oneself.
It aims to show more of the unknown-unknown areas.
It rethinks the standardized lifestyle, the systemized journey of our lives, and the way we work and live.
At its very core, one understands, that our biggest limits are ourselves.
Follow my journey - I will share more particular steps on how to broaden the opportunities we have.
Take care,
And live to the fullest.
#remotework for life
📸 Photo: Early morning Tbilisi, Bridge of Peace, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-30
Remote work doesn’t mean that you have to travel.
Remote work doesn’t mean that you have to have jet lag.
Remote work doesn’t mean that you have to relocate.
Remote work doesn’t mean that you have to live at the co-living.
Remote work doesn’t mean that you have to work at the co-working.
The idea is that it doesn’t tell you where you have to work and how you have to work.
Remote work doesn’t state your conditions, your environment, or your clothing.
Remote work enables you to choose all these things.
It enables you to work at your best.
#remotework for life
And, become the #freeist
📸 Photo: Early morning Tbilisi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-29
Do all remote workers travel all the time?
Definitely no!
Remote work doesn't mean you have to keep changing places.
However, it allows you to do so.
Do you want to spend your time in the mountain chalet?
> Go ahead, if you can get good connectivity.
Do you want to spend more time with your family?
> Save time on the traffic jams, queues in the shops and busy peak times in public transport.
Do you want to go to nature, the seaside, travel the world, anything?
> Take your laptop, set up a secured connection meeting the company standards, and go.
Office work means:
*You can travel only on the weekend or on your holidays.
*You cannot choose when to go to the shop to buy the products or pick up a packet at the post office.
*You can hardly avoid the busy times - traffic jams, public transport peak times and queues everywhere. (If you even manage to visit all you need after work hours).
When you have #remotework, you do not HAVE TO travel. You can sit at home, or go to a co-working space.
The point is that it's up to you.
You choose your environment.
You have more opportunities to decide.
You are not being told where you have to take your laptop.
Remote work gives you more freedom. #thefreeist
And it enables you to live a better and more balanced life.
Take it or not.
📸 Photo: Early morning Tbilisi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-28
When I was little, I always wanted to go to Ballet classes.
I never came to one...
... until now.
I just go from my second Body Ballet class - more of a ballet-style fitness. I enjoyed it.
But much more I enjoy that I have the courage to begin again. Keeping the beginner's mind and getting rid of the ego for a while.
You won't excel when you try something new. But these steps are the only way to become better.
Lessons learned?
1/ Never shy away from trying out new things or even changing your career to another industry if that's what your heart wants.
2/ We're grown-ups - and therefore responsible for ourselves. We can act on our own and do all these things that our parents or society didn't allow us. It's never too late to give things a try.
Do you have a similar experience? What you wanted to try or LIVE, but you never had the courage to do so? Or, you were always postponing? Maybe, that's something you already forgot about. Let me know when you are starting out ;)
Photo: Me exploring Tsinandali, Kakheti, Georgia after a classical concert (sadly I do not have any ballet-class photos )
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-27
Our time is limited.
Once we grow up, we get to have many responsibilities.
We tend to believe that all our schedule is given and we cannot change anything about it. That's the way we will live till the end of our days.
It would definitely be immatured to give up on the parenthood responsibilities or stop going to work. However, there is no need to make such drastic decisions.
What's different between our childhood and our adulthood is that we are also responsible for how we spend our time.
Yes, indeed, we have many things we HAVE TO do. However, we should also consider, that it's something we choose.
And if you don't leave it - you are choosing it.
Any minute of your life you spend - especially from now on - you should stay aware that you're spending on things you decided on. (Of course, we are obviously limited by the options of what we can do and we cannot control the external events.)
You are the only person responsible for your time schedule.
Do you have activities that you do not enjoy in your schedule?
It may be a good time to reflect on whether them being relevant to you or not.
We tend to do many things just out of habit. Make sure you break it before you waste too much time on it.
Take care,
And #remotework for life, of course,
because I do not want to spend my life in the office.
I am badly aware and sensitive about my time and I try to make the most of it every day, especially on my days off.
I am the #freeist - I take intentional steps to broaden the opportunities I have in life.
📸 Magical Tsinandali, Kakheti Region, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-27
I visited the New Economics School Georgia 🇬🇪 yesterday.
I had a talk with the president of the organization. They stand for individual liberty, private property, and personal dignity.
As a Liberland representative (and resident), I have the access to the massive libertarian community. Sharing liberty values is unifying hundreds of thousands of people all around the world. And of course, you will always have a great talk with smart people.
I am proud for taking part in broadening the awareness about Liberland, and libertarian philosophy.
It's a way to rethink the traditional systematic worldview and life.
And it's a true 21st-century government.
Thank you, Mr. President Vit Jedlicka, for your trust.
Proudly part of the movement and community.
The awareness about Liberland in Georgia is on its way. And the flag will be now laying somewhere between Mises and Hayek :)
Take care,
Sam
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-26
I love traveling because it truly broadens my perspectives and understanding.
Years ago, I took at least quick weekend getaways to explore another city abroad or to practice a language. A quick switch in the environment helped me to stay sane even during the busy work weeks.
I never liked the stereotype, especially when you walk the same way every day. Morning there, evening back. The only thing that changes is the shortening or prolonging of the daylight.
Winter always made me sad - when there was daylight, I was sitting at the computer in the office. I walked home and it was dark. Again. As in the morning when I rushed to work to not to be late.
But then I started the full #remotework and I'd never change.
I can change the environment so that it fits me throughout the year.
I can travel as I want while fulfilling my work requirements.
I can LIVE and work.
This is the real #worklifebalance - enabling people to live the life they want.
Stop BS around with complicated and artificial work-life balance programs. I am sad it became a buzzword. It seriously improves the lives of people. Let them live >>> and then work better.
Remote work for life.
Be #thefreeist
Photo: Stepantsminda, Kazbegi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-25
I used to spend my weekends in bed.
I was 'enjoying' that I can 'finally' sleep more time.
I was paying my debt from the week, when I was running here and there, falling asleep late and waking up anxious from another busy day.
It took me a couple of years, that 'being busy' is a status thing.
It's not worth it.
I do not want to be busy rushing to the office.
I do not want to be busy standing in the queue in the supermarket at after-office hours.
I do not want to be busy waiting in traffic jams.
With office work, there's much more time wasted than the obvious.
And there's no time to waste time - especially in my life.
#remotework for life
And spend your weekend at your best.
Be #thefreeist
Let me know how you enjoy your weekend and take care.
Photo: Martvilli Canyon, central Georgia (country)
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-24
Holidays are obsolete. You wait all year round to finally relax. But that's not how it works. You want to work through relaxation every day. And it doesn't have to cost you much.
How to fix it:
- Identify what you enjoy.
- Commit yourself to doing it regularly.
Escape the treadmill. Live your life. Go for it. The time's far too short.
https://lnkd.in/eE3G4AYd
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-23
Are you a remote worker?
Get listed on one of the major sites for Remote Work opportunities - RemoteOK.
The website has been founded by the Nomad List founder, Peter Levels. Tag your skills and get found by the hiring companies.
Hope it helps!
https://lnkd.in/e4bukdcC
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-23
One dark November morning, I took one piece of luggage and left central Europe one way.
I had remote work and I decided it was time to fulfill my years-long dream:
I relocated to Georgia.
Besides making me happy, it increased my quality of life and #wellbeing right away.
I started spending my weekends by exploring local waterfalls, nature, and mountains.
I started new hobbies.
I improved my language knowledge.
It shaped me like no other experience - I came here on my own without knowing anyone and anything.
And finally,
It was the best decision I ever made in my life. It was a step forward. And since, I made many more.
Thanks to #remotework, I could relocate to another country. And I am happy for everyone else who decided to do so to improve their quality of life.
Let me know if you also relocated somewhere and send me tips for your favorite places! I keep everything listed for future travels :)
Photo: close to Martvilli Canyon, Georgia - weekend time
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-22
What changed in my life when I went 100% remote?
> I relocated to another country.
> I started traveling 5x more.
> I make the most of my time off - including before/after work and the weekends.
> I improved my health and became more active - I gained more time to work out + I cook well at home.
> I improved my socialization within communities of MY interest.
I will broaden each of the points in the next posts. Stay tuned and turn on the bell for the posts if you're curious about the details. 🔔
And as always,
#remotework for life
📸 Photo: Martvilli Canyon, Georgia, weekend time
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-21
There won't be any other day like today.
And that's why I do not make compromises when it comes to:
* doing only the work I like (thank you, TrustSoft, for amazing projects and people)
* working remotely to make most of my days, I can fully manage the way and where I spend my time.
* spending my days off at my best - thanks to remote work, I can move during my time off to the best locations around the globe.
#remotework enables us to live better
That's the real #worklifebalance
Photo: Kazbegi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-19
I am afraid many people don't know about it,
but I believe
we have massive potential as human beings.
Many of us grew up in a non-supportive or limited environment. But as we mature, we add on the resources, education and broaden our world understanding.
Dreaming big and aiming high feels scary.
Others tend to discourage us because they don't believe THEY could do it themselves.
Accept them and forget them.
By false beliefs, we tend to limit ourselves. We do not see our abilities, and then we may miss some opportunities.
But look back - how much have you achieved in the last year or five? How much have you moved on? How much have you changed?
I am sure that if you #keepmoving, you get there. No matter where you want and no matter what you want.
Let me know in the comments what you dream to achieve right now and how you wanna do this.
Because if you know these two, you're already almost there.
Enjoy the journey,
Sam
#remotework for life
And be #thefreeist
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-18
My top 5 destination tips for remote work travel in winter 2022 💥
1/ Bali, Indonesia 🇮🇩
Pros: pricing for the coliving spaces (however, from what I saw the regular accommodation options, it's not that affordable anymore), tons of various amazing restaurants, co-workings, and other related infrastructure.
Cons: many stray dogs, trash may be on the beaches, don't go if you don't wanna travel on a scooter*the pros & cons come from what I've heard from many others.
2/ Thailand 🇹🇭
Pros: affordable, amazing weather, good services, high apartment, and residencies standards, a lot of massages, ok food, a lot of waterfalls, beautiful beaches, sunsets and nature, advanced infrastructure for travels, great Thai box classes
Cons: I found locals kind, but pretty dishonest (kind because they better be); my English degraded with using their 3-word English; don't go if you don't wanna travel on a scooter
3/ Vietnam 🇻🇳
Pros: affordable, advanced, various; when someone speaks English so they speak actually pretty well; honest people; incredible nature; surprising architecture; great vibe;
Cons: can be bizarre, but I had fun at least; don't go if you don't wanna travel on a scooter (again); can be a bit communist in the north (not much and dependent on the case rather than place alone); only 30-day visa (if you are required to get the visa)
4/ Buenos Aires, Argentina 🇦🇷
Pros: Culture & fun, wines, meat, variability, high inflation — affordable for the incomers. It is also one of the safest countries in South America. Good private healthcare.
Cons: They are late-nighters. The short-term accommodation may be slightly more expensive than expected.
5/ Malaysia 🇲🇾
Pros: natural paradise, modern, English speaking, very affordable, the rental prices fell down because of covid times rapidly. It also offers a 10-year visa MM2H for the ~8k$+/ month salary of people over 35. They also have a visa-free policy with many countries for certain periods. Very good healthcare, infrastructure, and internet.
Cons: The driving can be an adventure.
BONUS - 3 additional countries worth considering:
Brazil 🇧🇷 — pricing, weather, beaches — why not? From the security perspective, it might not be an option for families.
Mexico 🇲🇽— weather, beaches, food. Yet, unsure about the security situation that differs from the district and city you visit.
Georgia (the country, Tbilisi) 🇬🇪 — the winter can be a bit colder, but the country is still various and worth visiting and to travel it. Georgia became my beloved hometown and I can't get enough. Affordability, amazing people & food are one of the huge pluses here. Georgia also offers nice taxation options and low bureaucracy.
See you there?
Let me know what are your work destination plans for 2022 in the comments!
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-17
👇🏻 TOP 5 REMOTE WORK HACKS YOU MAY BENEFIT FROM DURING YOUR TRAVELS NOW 👇🏻
*Americans earning USD can still enjoy a special "euro" discount in Europe while benefiting from the USD vs. EUR rate. (despite I do not list the European countries)
*If working in EMEA hours (Europe), you may benefit from the time shift while being in Asia. I enjoyed the day starting my work day by 2 PM local time or doing some deep work while my colleagues slept.
*If you work for the US east coast-based company, you may appreciate the same way from a 5-hour time shift in Portugal or the Canarian islands (while both have pretty favorable weather conditions in winter).
*High inflation rates are beneficial for the people earning $$ outside the countries like Lebanon, Turkey, or Argentina.
*You may want to visit the countries where you can also get a new residency or similar documents (like Paraguay with the service of Liberation.travel who will help you with all the process). A Paraguayan residency doesn't require much from you — only a visit to the country once every 3 years. Its benefit is that in case of the closure of the borders as we saw in the past years, you'll still be allowed to travel. Therefore, it may continuously broaden your opportunities. Also, you may benefit from the tax rates, especially if you're a perpetual traveler (the foreign income is taxed at 0%). Paraguay may introduce some additional bureaucracy from 2023, so I wouldn't wait for long.
Let me know in the comments if you have any up-to-date tips ✈️
Photo: Tsinandali, Kakhetian wine region, Georgia 🇬🇪 an incredibly beautiful area with good internet connectivity.
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-16
Why would you bring attention to something you don’t want? Why would you think about the gossip? The colleagues you don’t like? The worries? Future events you cannot predict their outcome? Worst possible scenarios? News?
Bearing all this in mind, I will now ask again vice-versa.
What do you want to bring attention to?
What do you want your mind to be occupied by? What do you want to think about? This also mean — how do you want to spend your time? What makes you happy? What do you want?
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All this is just a matter of your awareness, decision-making, and accepting the responsibility for where your focus goes.
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I rethink life & work.
I teach people how to broaden the opportunities we have in life.
Follow me for more remote work and libertarian posts here & on my Medium (link in bio).
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-15
What's been my best investment?
Definitely into myself.
And the best is that you don't need much money for it.
Every investment means bringing some resources into something else.
Such resources can be also your time, respect, or attention.
So,
I started being more attentive to myself.
I started setting and respecting my boundaries myself.
And I am very careful about how I spend my time and energy.
The result?
I live what I want the way I want.
There are definitely many things outside of our control. However, there are still some we can control, despite many don't do so.
Hope this has been a great #reminder to you today.
Take care,
Sam
And as always,
#remotework for life
Be #thefreeist (. com)
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-14
How can great writing help you out when you're searching for a job?It's not about writing only. It is about all the way you are expressing yourself. However, in the first rounds of the interview, it can be a great help if you show yourself the true (and right) way.
I think one of the best ways to prove this is to overturn it vice-versa: how do you react, or what do you think about the person, if they are unable to write a concise sentence? Usually, I do not care much when someone is being hired for another position, where writing is not much involved.
However, even if you're a designer, you wanna make sure that you are on the same page with the client to not do the wrong thing. If you work in a team, you wanna know that you understand each other. And if you're hiring someone, it makes you worried when it's too difficult to understand that person.
Writing is literacy. It's the basic that's not the basic. Not everyone knows it. And not everyone knows it well because we were all taught the academic BS writing that focused on the word count. Forget it and just be yourself. Write shortly, but the way you speak. Read it out loud after yourself. And don't aim for perfection. Does it sound good to you? Then it's good. Publish it and — keep writing.
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-13
I am so proud to announce that I launched the first draft of my website. Or better - the project & the book you will hopefully run around in the next months.
It's called the Freeist - and I hope that this initiative will broaden the freedom and opportunities on the individual level of thousands of people.
Stay tuned, wish me luck, and #remotework for life.
A few words about its philosophy:
“If you watch the kids, you notice how curious, playful, and aware they are. They live in the moment. The only advantage we have above them is that adulthood brings responsibility to our lives. If we truly embrace both worlds, we may live a more fulfilled life that enables us to spot and enjoy all the opportunities we have. I do not believe we must go far – the principles are simple. I am sure that we already have it all. The only difference is whether we see it or not,” Samuela describes her initiative.
In the project, she aims to promote individual freedom by fully embracing responsibility. She brings particular steps one can take to broaden what one can do. The concept works with risk awareness, identification of the strengths, or helps to zoom out to see different perspectives.
“We were raised in the limited borders of our culture. Yet, it’s nothing more than a social construct. Observing the world makes one understand all the angles and shades that are there. The world is in balance, and so is life. Despite the popular illusion of stability, there’s none. Nature is motion and motion is nature. One is another in a constant transformation. If we accept this, we’re able to benefit from the realm,” she adds.
Samuela Davidova promotes libertarian philosophy, freedom, and remote work. In July 2022 she also became the representative of Liberland to the Georgian country. She helps people to broaden their world and self-understanding. She writes & speaks.
https://lnkd.in/ejWNzDP5
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-12
Do you want more sunshine?
> Move to a place with more sunny days.
Do you want more seaside?
> Move to a place with a sea.
Do you want more nature?
> Move to a place in nature.
Do you want more calm?
> Move to a calm place.
Do you want more acceptance?
> Move to a multicultural place.
The world is huge.
You cannot know and maybe even imagine all it has to offer.
But if you have #remotework for life, you may explore it all. Today.
Work where you feel the best.
Live where you feel the best.
Because there might be no tomorrow.
#remotework for life
and be the #freeist
Photo: Stepantsminda, Kazbegi, Georgia
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I rethink life & work.
I teach people how to broaden the opportunities we have in life.
Follow me for more remote work and libertarian posts here & on my Medium (link in bio).
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-11
Based on my empirical observations, leaving was often more beneficial than staying.
Despite not being much accepted in society, staying is what's comfortable and easy - leaving is difficult. It requires one to be a courageous decision-maker. It moves you forward (staying not).
Taking steps ahead, embracing change, and leaving what's obsolete behind - we should start learning this.
So, do you have the courage to leave what doesn't meet your vision anymore or doesn't bring the value you wanted?
I wrote an article on these thoughts here:
https://lnkd.in/e5AJFaPK
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-10
I gathered together my top 5 Remote Work Destinations for Winter 2022!
If you have remote work, it's time to start packing and buying the flight tickets to your best environment now. ✈️
Where will we see each other? 😊
https://lnkd.in/ersfRkYF
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-09
How does limit us to live where the office is 👇
> You may live in the district you don't want to, but it's closer to the office building. This affects your after-work hobbies and socialization options.
> Your family may live in a non-favorable environment to it. Playgrounds for kids, schools, hospitals, safety, nature, gyms, social life, good infrastructure; but also affordable living, sunny days, or preferred weather - Are these where the office building is? (Of course, the options are relevant to you.)
> Your options in life are cut off. I used to live in a district of my office in a country I didn't like. ~ I didn't enjoy the cloudy and cold weather for most of the year. Nor the quality of services. I was limited with the 'partner options' mostly to the mentality that didn't fit me. Living was not affordable, so I significantly reduced my quality of life. I didn't enjoy the local cuisine and product quality. My well-being went down. And I couldn't do anything about it, which felt the most frustrating (except for finding a full-remote job and moving away).
Going remote doesn't mean you have to move to the other side of the world.
But you can.
That's the core difference.
With respect to all those dedicated to positions that cannot be done remotely (the very few of in fact),
Sam
#remotework for life
And - be the #freeist (something's on the way 🙃 )
Photo: Stepantsminda, Kazbegi, Georgia
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I rethink life & work.
I teach people how to broaden the opportunities we have in life.
Follow me for more remote work and libertarian posts here & on my Medium (link in bio).
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-08
If you are going to the office, you cannot:
* Live completely anywhere you want so that it fit your life.
* Explore the world (and yourself) the way you want throughout the year.
* Use the remaining 16 hours of your day (considering the 8-hour work) exactly the way you want - you gotta commute to/from the place that you wouldn't choose for life if you could decide on any place on earth.
* Choose your ideal workplace. (Cubicle vs. open space is not 'choosing' and far from 'ideal'.)
* Choose your distractions. (Which one today? None? Chat with your partner during lunchtime together? Kids? ~ or colleagues who just interrupt you out of nowhere every few minutes without really asking? {I love my colleagues, but not this.})
All these are pretty high tradeoffs.
The most costly is your time though - no one will ever give it to you back.
Remote work doesn't mean laying on the beach.
It means figuring out your ideal environment yourself.
It means spending time the way you want in the place you want.
It broadens the opportunities of what you can do in life and the way you work.
Yours,
Sam
#remotegirl
And as always,
#remotework for life
Photo: Stepantsminda, Kazbegi, Georgia ~ the weekend trip options broadens when you live where you want
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I rethink life & work.
I teach people how to broaden the opportunities we have in life.
Follow me for more remote work and libertarian posts here & on my Medium (link in bio).
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-07
"You got this social pressure and expectations of others you have to stop caring about. People don’t really care about you. But then, you’re still serving them at some point (otherwise they wouldn’t talk to you). So they are rather afraid about the way they would look themselves — if you quit school too early because you don’t wanna study it anymore, or if you leave that job you hate. “What will the neighbors tell?!”
But surprisingly, no one is afraid of what truly matters (considering that something in our life does matter). What’s that? It’s our time.
One more time in other words:
If you say ‘yes’ to something, you say ‘no’ to something else."
Freshly out. Enjoy.
And,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-06
"What should I pack into my remote worker’s carry-on luggage?"
You read it right.
You need just one carry-on luggage, nothing else.
For your remote worker's pack, don't forget:
* computer & data
* cash
* documents
The rest is always solvable.
Enjoy!
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-05
My Floating Man conference presentation about Remote Work is OUT 🎉
I openly share my story - about how I got fully remote, how I rethought what I do in life and what matters. Rethinking life & opportunities connected to the Remote Work condition - voila.
Enjoy!
Yours,
Sam
And, as always,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-02
We overthink our importance here.
Always when I see the mountains, I remind myself about my littleness.
And the more I understand that it's only worth doing meaningful jobs, if anything. The rest doesn't matter much.
The best we can do is to help others resolve the problem we were facing ourselves.
I used to be overworked, always-busy, unhappy.
I used to do jobs I hated because I was worried about not making enough money.
I used to waste time commuting. I was exhausted from the rush of the office place and left without the energy after that.
It took me years to realize that I can do my laptop-based work elsewhere.
And then it went quickly to stand by myself to ask ONLY for the remote work.
In a matter of days, I had more time for myself, I started being active and more vivant.
Retrospectively it seems incredibly obvious to me:
The time to live is now.
While delivering results at work, we can live.
It's time to break this myth of the fancy overworked and burned-out people who force others to work 16 hours a day.
I've tried it and it's not working. Not for long.
You just get deprived and exhausted. Over time, you're done and no one wants you.
Are you even aware of how unpleasantly you act when you're tired?
And all the more I know that I will keep sharing the awareness about remote work.
Because it is all that:
#remotework for life
📸 Kazbegi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-02
Just a reminder:
A day has 24 hours.
You work for 8 hours.
You sleep for 6-8 hours.
If you don’t commute to the office, you got some 8+ hours for yourself.
Spend them well.
Take care,
Sam
And,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-09-01
I used to rush to the office, and then back home.
Quickly buy the products in the overcrowded shops.
Busy public and late transport. (oh and the smell)
Tired and upset faces around. (not many people are smiling going from the cubicles for some reason?)
I was oversocialized by my colleagues.
I went timid when I *finally* got home. I didn't want to talk to anyone. Just please, let me survive for a while. Then I promise, I'll make dinner.
I was tired from too much rush, too many impressions, too many people.
I was not much in the mood of spending time on my hobbies after work or talking about philosophy at home. 😒
It will wait till the weekend. Or holidays.
Well - or not.
I will never be as young as I am today.
I will never be in such a psychical condition as I am today.
I may never see such beautiful sunlight as I can do so today.
I do not want to postpone life for later, because it's not 'there might not be such a chance in the future' - there truly WON'T be such a day as today.
I live with the awareness about the ending of our brief performance (read as 'life') out here.
And there's no time to waste time.
Therefore,
#remotework for life
📸 Gveleti Waterfall, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-31
What I want to invest in next 🚀
I want to buy a mic for a better sound: either Blue Yeti or RODE Wireless GO II (~ 300 $ / once)
I want to buy a paid version of Descript for the video edit - descript.com - it is AI-driven and will save me tons of time & will improve the output. (15$/month)
I want to buy a content scheduling tool to not be unlimited in the number of posts I can schedule & prepare things at once (from 15$/month).
I will continue paying my assistant (part-time) ~ around 370$/month
I will keep reading one book per week (at least) - next, I'd love to buy the fs.blog Mental Models 3 books (each at around 10$ for the kindle), and I have many books on my reading list. 📕
Do you want to support any of these particular goals? You can do so at my Buy Me a Coffee page!
Thank you in advance.
https://lnkd.in/gKvKnG5X
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-31
"You cannot learn and improve when you work remotely. Your career is done."
👆🏻
I've heard this myth several times.
Always from people who don't work remotely.
"When the system is right, all is working naturally."
In 2022, we have dozens of well-programmed collaboration tools.
But it's even better:
we have incredible access to free online education.
Knowledge was never as accessible as it is today.
And with covid and everyone sitting home, the transition into online went even faster.
The only push and change were that we had to learn to work with the information better. We had to learn to search for ourselves. We had to become hungry for information to get to know something.
This age is not ready for the lazy ones. If you don't adapt and learn quickly, you'll be left behind.
However, do you want to be mentored by the bests in the world? Then there was never a better opportunity than today.
Or of course, you can say, that 'there's something completely different in the f2f communication'. Sure, it's different. But it doesn't affect your skills and knowledge.
If there's a will, there's a way.
Stop complaining and pointing out what doesn't suit you.
Find a way.
Cheers.
#remotework for life.
📸 Kazbegi, Georgia, my favorite place. Gergeti Trinity Church view
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-30
Remote work worries #3: Is it well developed somewhere else?
No matter who I talk to, they believe that everything in the east from them is a jungle.
Despite the internet crossing borders & shows us how this worldview is limited, it's still on.
I was well surprised myself (and I always am) by some very beautiful and developed places I've visited.
I think that maybe, it's time, to start broadening our world understanding.
I think it's time to accept, that not only our country has electricity.
I think it's time to stop looking down on everyone who comes from a place we don't know almost anything about.
Because in the end, these beliefs limit only ourselves.
Of course, you INDEED have places on earth that might not be suitable for your laptop work. Please, see relevant resources for this (like the nomad list). My point is to make people rethink their beliefs :)
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-29
Whether you work in the office or remotely affects your well-being.
There are of course those who work happily in the office. Someone built an amazing workplace home. Another person enjoys taking one's laptop around the globe. (🙋🏻♀️)
Whatever works best for one is great.
Do the job well, execute, deliver.
That's the only important thing for the work matters.
However, the place of your workspace changes the opportunities you have for the rest.
Life's not just about work.
🌳 If you moved closer to the office in the capital city, it will be more difficult to you to get outside to nature on the weekend.
🏠 If your relatives live in a village, you cannot see them often if you're coming to the given location every day.
🌊 If you love the seaside, but live thousands of kilometers away from it, you cannot 'drive an hour' to it to spend your weekend there.
Aiming for a more long-term sustainable well-being regime?
Well, then relaxing once a year is not an option.
Remote work enables you to live at the place that works for you the best for your life.
#remotework for life
📸 Stepantsminda, Georgia, a day-off hike 3 hour-drive away from my home
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-27
"Marie Kondo teaches people about cleaning and decluttering, at the first sight. In fact, she educates us about the philosophy to be surrounded by only things we love. She makes her clients sort out their things like this: pick everything you have at home with both of your hands (mindfully) and ask yourself ‘Does it bring me joy?’
Everything, that doesn’t bring joy, goes away. I’d say — apply to everything in life. Sadly, of course, I know it’s not as simple as it sounds, but it’s totally worth it.
I’d also ask differently and evolve this idea — why should you be surrounded by something you don’t like? To keep the clothing reminding you that you don’t fit into it? Why should you keep the packages for later or move, while not moving for 5+ years? Why should you look every day at something that brings you harmful memories?
Next: Why should you spend your time at a job you don’t like? Your life among people you don’t enjoy talking to? In a country you hate? In the office that sucks? Time with a partner you don’t love but you’re only comfortable being around? Doing activities that don’t bring joy or any long-term real gain you want?"
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-26
What's the real difference between a remote-first company and an office-based company?
Remote companies don't face different problems than normal companies.
But, remote companies HAD TO face their problems and RESOLVE them.
Example?
Problematic communication.
Both the office-based & remote-first companies have to set up the right system for internal & external communication.
The office company, however, won't be in a rush that much. They don't have such strong motivation. If the communication is not working, they just 'come to you and tap on your shoulder'. Of course, that interrupts you from work, you stop doing what was important to you and lost the autonomy about your time management, and you don't have any information summary (you have to create it yourself). It is disrespectful and inefficient. It takes to a worker 15-20 minutes to regain the flow state. I barely ever faced anything more frustrating than a colleague coming to me every 20 minutes to ask about something.
The remote-first company, on the contrary, doesn't have this option. They go and set up a system that will be flawless. You will have set a clear communication channel. The information handover process will be much better - in case one person leaves the project, anyone can hand it over. (Of course, if the information was spoken, you cannot do this.) You track the project in the collaboration tool, not in the meeting room in your office where you forgot it. You tend to have more documentation because you anyway, mostly, communicate via text. And, the workers get more autonomous since they can manage their time more effectively. Therefore, the workers become more efficient for the company.
This doesn't mean all the office-based companies have broken communication.
It means, that the remote-first company cannot work with broken communication. Therefore, it's mostly fixed. It MUST work.
And, this is one of the many reasons why I wouldn't work for office-based companies.
Remote-first attracts talent.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-25
I don't feel the urge going to the holiday for a week.
I am not NEEDY to take more time off.
I don't feel exhausted or overwhelmed.
What does it mean?
It means that I managed to have a balanced life.
I have it both:
- amazing autonomous remote work I love, based on trust and accountability,
- a life full of time for myself, rest, and hobbies.
If you think that your one-week holiday will reset you for the whole year, you're wrong.
Embrace real work-life balance. Put yourself first. Get yourself a job where it's not just one of the many buzzwords.
Remote work enables me to live in the environment I enjoy. I can access my favorite activities in the shortest time.
I can choose the place for life that's right for me, not that's the closest to the company's office.
Again,
#remotework for life
Photo: Tbilisi, Georgia ~ I moved there thanks to having remote work.
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-24
I don’t want your free company breakfast.
I want to enjoy breakfast with my partner instead.
I don’t want you to support my bus ticket to commute to the office.
I want to travel and work where I work the best.
I don’t want your modern offices.
I am able to create my environment myself.
#remotework for life
Photo: Botanical garden Krakow, Poland
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-23
Are you really doing things, or... do you think you're doing things? :)
What is pseudoproductivity? 👇🏻
Lost in the popularity of the business, we might mindfully avoid doing the hard thing.
Certain habits we created are easy to do. We get used to doing our work or things we enjoy. At first, the activities might even feel difficult. Yet, we got used to them, so that's not really our case.
We keep crossing the tasks on our to-do list. The dopamine is up as we just finished another little task. Hurray. Or not?
What's the real thing you try to avoid? The one you feel in your stomach? The one you postpone for so long?
Try tomorrow to make a change. Start with what feels difficult.
Let me know how it goes.
P.S. If you only knew how long I postponed the edit of the videos :)
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-22
Remote work doesn't mean you must sit at home.
[I hope I don't have to prove that your MacBook is truly portable.]
This year alone, I have already taken more than 20 flights. Of course, you don't even have to travel that much. You don't have to travel at all.
The point is that there's this option - to see the world, explore our perspectives and shape our problem-solving and self-dependence. Barely anything helped me grow as much as to travel. It shaped me almost as the book reading did.
What I mean - being stuck on one stereotype is degrading.
No matter where you are and where you can be - explore. Stay curious. In life and at work. Shape who you are.
You cannot find new ways unless you don't see them.
Take care.
#remotework for life
The photo is mine, from Belgrad, Serbia
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-19
Working remotely allows me to live the way I want without interrupting my work responsibilities.
No more anxiety from the workload after your comeback from the holidays.
No more guilt for taking a couple of days off.
No more overwhelmed colleagues.
This doesn't mean that remote workers don't need to wind off sometimes.
However, it means we can recharge much more regularly. Not twice a year when it's 'recommended' to take the holidays.
I could spot the workload and stress of some colleagues and friends who keep going to the office, being busy with commuting and overwhelmed with work. I mean - I am also overwhelmed with work. However, I know how to reduce stress and I have much more options to do so.
Instead of staying stressed, as a remote worker, you can enjoy more time for your hobbies or sport, you can wind off from your work in the pool or seacoast (depending on where you head), or I love just to take a new explorative and curious walk in a new country.
Remote work allows me to live at my best. Therefore I do so.
You?
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-18
I figured out my best #remotework summer schedule for now 👇🏻
~ 05 AM wake up
* book reading & meditation
* run 5-10 km (that's an amazing way to explore the new city!)
* shower
07 - 11 AM Deep work 👩🏻💻
11 AM - 5 PM Explore the city - a long walk, parks, museums, galleries, local food
5 - 9 PM Deep work
9 - 10 PM book & wind off
🌠 good night's sleep ✨🌚
I got it all:
Work & exploration.
Deep work & balance.
Delivered projects & self-care.
It took me years to figure out what works for me. So, don't expect the exact same to be the way for you.
Go and figure out what's the best way of work for you. And let me know how you're doing.
It's worth the effort.
I never lived a better, more fulfilled, and balanced life.
#remotework for life
Photo: Belgrad, Serbia.
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-17
In one week, I made it to Batumi (the seaside of Georgia 🇬🇪), I enjoyed my weekend in Istanbul in Kadikoy district 🇹🇷, then I explored Sarajevo 🇧🇦 and headed to Belgrad and Novi Sad in Serbia 🇷🇸.
A quick overview:
✅ everywhere was water
✅ everywhere was electricity
✅ everywhere was the internet suitable for calls & work
🤡
It's 2022 - the age when the internet is better than the roads in the city.
Remote work allows you to explore yourself and the world.
It shapes you, moves you ahead, and differs the way you understand the world and other people.
It makes you more adaptive, problem-solving, independent, and autonomous.
I hope I do not have to explain that being in the environment you like improves your well-being and work results. I won't repeat the other creators naming dozens of research proving the benefits of remote work for the workers and the companies.
Just go and live it.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-16
3 practical tips on ⭐️ How to stay focused when working remotely or at home? ⭐️
In the video I guide you through 3 simple tips you can implement right now to improve your focus during work. You may don't like some of them :)))
Yet, remember, it's much easier to focus when you do not have to avoid distractions around. Just get rid of them. And, the environment does a lot!
In the end, it doesn't really matter whether you're in the office, at home, or abroad.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-15
What are my next free content aims?
* I will keep creating one post per workday on Linkedin
* I will focus on the short videos - some educational, some a bit of fun:) yet, I already have some footage + I will take some more. These will be on IG reels, TT, and YT.
* I want to publish one post on the blog per week. It will cover some more broad topics. (Usually, my blog posts are pretty long :D)
* In September, I will start my Twitter account with extracts from some of my articles or older IG stories that were inspirational/motivational. Or, some valuable thought :) This is rather to broaden the traffic on another platform.
* I want to create more videos for YouTube (longer videos).
I want to attend one conference / interview per 2 months :)
Interested in anything else? Let me know!
Read the full update on my Buy Me a Coffee page.
You can newly support particular achievements:
https://lnkd.in/gKvKnG5X
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-12
I am preparing myself for a LIVE presentation at the Liberland festival's conference while walking the beautiful sunny streets of Novi Sad, Serbia.
I'll give a speech about the way remote work can be a game-changer in our lives. I will share my own personal story - how I rethought the way I work over the past years and where did it get me. I will also share it with you. Little by little.
But the core point?
I used to sell my time for money. I was paid to come to a given place every day, for 12 or even 16 hours a day.
I was unable to see my family.
I didn't have time for my hobbies and myself.
I couldn't live where I wanted but I was choosing the location close to most of my cooperations.
And mainly - I was unhappy.
I am glad to inspire more than 10 000 of you here on LinkedIn and hundreds or thousands of others on the upcoming conferences, interviews, and seminars. Meanwhile, I am preparing for you something in my free time. Stay tuned.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-11
What is Global Opportunism?
Rethink the way you see your opportunities.
Rethink the way you live and you can live.
Paradoxically, it's not often cheaper & better to get certain services (like healthcare) in your country.
Why not make use of global interconnectivity?
Broaden the way you resolve your problems with the global opportunistic mindset.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-10
Not everybody was as fortunate.
Remote work enables those with disabilities to broaden their opportunities.
Remote work is not easy stuff to do. Balancing our life & work remains a thing.
Yet, if people have the opportunity to invest more time and energy into themselves... Well, no surprise the quality of the life is on rising.
Remote work doesn’t change the way we work much. It changes the way we can live.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-09
I do not plan ever to relocate back to my country.
Here's why 👇🏻
Staying in the same, limited environment is comfortable.
It's kinda fine to do, but long-term, you're not moving. You're not growing.
Despite one can easily get used to another place (we, humans, are very well adaptable), you will never sink into the everydayness. Even if you learned the language perfectly, anything. It will continue being a little (self)discovery after years as well.
Yet mainly, all this experience shapes you. It changes you and pushes you forward.
You know, that if that was needed, you're much likely to relocate, because it's a skill. You're able to take that step and go somewhere where you're treated even better.
Relocation is a lot about bravery. It changes the way we see the world. It's a little more than regular travel. And it can teach you incredibly much about yourself & others.
And, I can do all this thanks to remote work.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-08
Weekend spent in Istanbul and Monday walks in Sarajevo without interrupting my work obligations?
No problem.
That’s 2022.
That’s remote work.
#remotework for life
It doesn’t change the way we work. It changes the way we live.
Photo: Sarajevo, mine (as always), today
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-08
The future of work is remote.
We will do specialized labor in a favorable environment for the worker in suitable conditions.
Thus, it will be most likely remote. We will work uninterrupted in the place that suits the worker the most.
We will focus on our cognitive peak of ours - when the worker performs the best.
I also believe the spent on a task won't matter. It will be the efficiency and work done.
We won't lack the contact with humans, because we will WORK when working. Yet, we will master our collaborative tools for the best outcomes. Then, we will socialize with our loved ones.
#remotework for life
Photo: Koh Samui, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-05
I live my ideal life as a remote worker.
It doesn't mean it's always perfect. Barely. I often fight the right balance. It's more difficult to stop working than to start working. And I have so many dreams I want to follow than ever.
Yet, I wake up in the city I want to. In a place, I want to and I can schedule my day pretty much as I need. I surround myself with who I want and what I want.
I've never had so much nature in my life as I do have since I went fully remote.
And I've never traveled as much as I did since I rethought the mode of my work. It has been about 6 years already.
I focus on my hobbies and well-being. I started meditation, quit smoking, and started working out. All these in the past 2 years which pushed me to go 100% remote.
I significantly reduced the stress in my life. (But it doesn’t mean I am not often overwhelmed.)
Overall, I improved my mental & physical health.
I focus more on recharging regularly. It leads to better productivity and focus.
Of course, I have work I enjoy with truly professional colleagues. I’ve never learned so much as I do now. And it’s just the beginning. There’s no reason for me to switch jobs. I just won’t.
I’ve realized, finally, that life is not just about the praise of the busyness.
It’s about living it.
And that’s what I can do with remote work.
#remotework for life
Photo: Botanical Garden, Napoli, Sicily (Italy) - summer 2021
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-04
We're limiting ourselves.
What I haven't realized when I stayed in the country I was born in?
What we know today is nothing compared to the possible knowledge out there.
We shape our dreams, goals, and opportunities based on our beliefs. Yet, we forget how limited they are.
When you're crossing the borders on your own, it doesn't change only your environment.
It broadens your perspective.
It changes your understanding.
It makes you more humble and aware.
But it also changes what you consider possible or not.
I cannot wait for you to share with me your experience in the comments! :)
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-02
"Remote work might end up being more significant than the internet and would mark a "permanent civilizational shift."
"It is perhaps the most important thing that's happened in my lifetime, a consequence of the internet that's maybe even more important than the internet," he said."
"It's potentially one of those things that in a hundred years, people could look back and say, 'That was a real turning point for how society developed.'"
Remote work, indeed, has been a shift.
Not to the work itself, but to our lives.
What's the point of anxiously trying to hold the past?
Evolve.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-01
Remote work removes office anxiety.
It’s hard to remember the feeling when I was heading to the office. Despite being an extrovert, I didn’t enjoy it.
Gossips, judgments, distractions.
You try to focus on work, yet the constant ‘sorry, I’m just for a sec’ made me exhausted and helpless. I couldn’t do any work properly because I was constantly taken away from the deep-work process.
Over time, we obviously get to the point we don’t care about what others think, right?
Despite being there, it’s still kinda unpleasant.
I like dressing myself in the morning the way I like myself. So that I felt great.
Knowing I’ll be entering the judging environment changes this. Even if you don’t have a dress code in the office. Sorry, not sorry, it sucks.
The way to avoid this is not to talk to your colleagues to stop gossiping about everyone.
The way is to go remote.
Work at your best.
#remotework for life
Photo: Ha Giang, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2022-08-01
The obsolete concept of busyness is over.
People realized they wanna live and do jobs they enjoy.
Overworking oneself for the sake of being busy?
Not this decade.
The toxic culture of distractions and bs jobs hopefully gets to an end. At least for some.
I assume many people love to keep comfortable non-sense jobs.
Things like sitting in meetings all day are a little far from creating value. The feeling of self-actualization from it? Not much. Yet it's just comfortable to do. And the full calendar makes us feel important.
Yet the self-expression, tasks done, and actually doing something brings different fulfillment. It feels different.
So does the lack of anxiety from commuting into the office. To be judged and listen to the gossip of others. (Is this still a thing in the office communities? Meh.)
So does being with our loved ones once we turn off our computer or send that last email.
We aim for more life now.
The time is limited.
#remotework for life
Photo: Dashbashi Canyon, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-29
What's the best country to work from? 🤔
It's the one that works for YOU and you only.
The safety of women is a criterion for me, not for my male friends.
Family-friendly is not so important to me (yet).
And not everyone wants both the mountains and the sea as I do. 😁 (And there was none of these in Prague where I used to live.)
If you're not sure yet what works for you, what's the ideal place & what you want, then go and find out.
Pack your few things & portable computer & wallet and go.
Try it out.
See yourself.
Go to the mountains.
Go to the seaside.
Go to nature.
(but ask for the WiFi quality at the accommodation ahead if you want to go somewhere where it's too wild ;))
Try places with bad & good walkability.
When you travel and work, you realize you have different needs than when you go somewhere for holidays only. I love the architecture, however, for living, it's rather the overall aesthetic of the city that matters to me.
I love the exploration. To me, too static surroundings & mindset are a no-go. I am curious. I need to find things out. I need to broaden my perspectives.
But maybe that's not you.
So STOP asking for the best countries :)
Find yourself.
Yet, if you know what works for you, then google NomadList.
Filter what you want.
Pack your luggage and go.
What's the best place for you? What are the most important things in your ideal place? I am truly curious. Will be glad to get inspired in the comments.
And of course,
#remotework for life
because without it, it wouldn't be possible.
Photo: Krabi, Thailand (mine, of course)
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-28
Remote work worries #2: Will I have proper internet outside the office?
TL;DR: Yes, you will. We're in 2022.
P.S. Please, if you argue with hiking into the mountain peak, not having the internet, please, don't take your work with you on a hike. Thanks.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-27
People won't give up their flexibility.
"80% of employees looking for a new job said it was important to them that their next job offer them the opportunity to live anywhere "
This was the 2021 research.
And it all makes sense even more today.
The opportunity to cut the cost of travel, save time and improve the balance & life quality is a way to go.
https://lnkd.in/dxWgZ_2n
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-26
Middle of nowhere in Georgia, Adjarian mountains. (no filter)
High-speed internet.
Fresh air.
Green environment.
Best Oura Ring results ever (99 sleep, 95 readiness) over the past 4 months.
Morning meditation & yoga practice.
I've hardly ever felt so grounded and well.
And guess what?
I'm perfectly ready for work.
I enjoy it the more because I'm relaxed and I feel great.
There's always a way if you want.
I just talked to a guy who spent here last 4 weeks, working remotely on video, and 3d projects. That must require a lot of tech & internet resources.
Was he complaining?
Not at all.
His next destination is Turkey and then Asia.
The only complains and doubts I've heard are from people who never embraced remote work to the fullest. 🙂
Cheers.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-26
People won't do the work when working remotely.
Is this what you believe?
Then please,
Fire them. Now.
That means you do not trust them.
(Not sure why you hired them in the first place, of course.)
You cannot trust those who work for you. That's awful. Such people shouldn't be in your company :)
The right people are the ones who do the work.
Those who bring the desired outcome.
Those that do not have to be micromanaged.
But wait.
What if they do NOT have to be micromanaged, but it's the management that is actually checking every step of their work?
It's not causality.
Be aware.
Find a mirror :)
Reflect.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-25
Wanna work and travel with your online remote cooperation?
What skills will be useful to you?
For remote work, you need more than just a job that is done on your portable computer.
The process is transforming.
It's much more about self-dependence, being autonomous, and being brave. But also to know cooking or the laundry.
I wish I wouldn't state the obvious. Yet, not all of us truly have these skills.
I know many people who're unable to be alone. And it's fine - yet, then the remote work will be difficult for them. It doesn't mean you HAVE TO be alone. Not at all. Yet, it's also about the ability to face the problems yourself. Not everyone can handle it.
So, in fact - this experience will form you. Make you stronger if you allow it.
And that's good for both life and work.
So keep going.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-24
You don't want more holidays.
You want to be able to recharge regularly.
You don't want to live the life you try to escape.
You wanna live every day the way so that you wouldn't be needy for holidays.
That doesn't mean you cannot take some time off. But being in a pleasant environment for the whole year makes a huge difference. At least compared to a few weeks per calendar year.
Rethink and go remote.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-23
Imagine your ideal day.
But yet such a day that could be done every day. Something you could live long-term.
Are you going to the beach? Waterfall? Mountain hike?
You must also make some money, right?
So you do your dream job you love. (And why it's not in the office?)
You also eat your favorite food and talk to your loved ones. Read or run, whatever you like.
Got it? Great.
Go and implement it.
Let me know about your ideal day in the comments, I'll be happy to read through them.
Don't forget to dream & aim higher
#remotework for life
Always
Photo: Dashbashi canyon, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-22
You've been doing it wrong.
Stuff you can learn in 10 minutes that will save you tons of time?
Check out the Gmail shortcuts.
#sharingiscaring #readtip
https://lnkd.in/d6Dv7APs
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-22
Remote work doesn't work in your company?
Then most likely, the problem is not remote work.
(Unless you really have the physical requirement, like the installation company, of course.)
Remote work is what it is. It's the work condition.
It allows us to choose the way we work at our best and implement it.
Yet when you go remote, the other problems crystalize. The ones that we are usually too comfortable to resolve.
It may be bad internal or client communication.
It may be the company culture based on the table football in the office hall.
It may be incompetent management.
And this is why it is so attractive to a remote-first company. They HAD TO resolve the real root causes of the problems. They faced it and didn't walk away. Problems gone & you can focus on deep work.
To me, a "remote-first" company means they got rid of the processes that didn't work. They understand. They listen & accept.
And obviously, I think similarly to thousands of others.
If companies want to be attractive to the top workers, it won't be with their after-work pizza.
#remotework for life
Photo: Northern Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-21
"Summer time. Work projects slowed down. People are *finally* sharing their summer bodies or #trueself (those who gave up the gym) on the beach. This is life. At least now for a week when you don’t have to check the work mail. It will await you later. Not today. You get another glass of wine to forget about it and run away from the anxiety of the everyday.
I wish this was less complex and mainly, less common. In the end, when you rethink it, it’s very simple:
You live something you do not want. A life you’re trying to escape. Holidays be the hope of tomorrow. As is the pension and other lies.
Stability, anyone? On the rocks, twice, to go."
My new article is freshly out. Enjoy.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-21
Why is Georgia a good country to live in?
Georgia has been a real game-changer to me.
The country offers so much besides the expected.
It's not just the amazing cheese bread khachapuri or inviting people who are proud you love their country.
Georgia offers 0% taxation for the crypto traders & 1% taxation for the IT and marketing workers.
The visa-free regime for one year makes life much simpler.
Low bureaucratic level & online government brings the UX of the expat life to the next level.
You want it.
I hope for more countries in the future to offer such an experience.
What's your ideal country or relocation event?
#remotework for life
By your #remotegirl Sam
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-21
You finally got to the seaside.
Long-awaited holidays.
So well deserved!
But then...
It's bad weather.
The forecast doesn't show no mercy.
All week rainy, low temperature.
You've been waiting for it for so long! You saw yourself under the palm tree, reading the book. You couldn't wait to get FINALLY suntanned.
Sand in the hair & shoes.
Instead, you're locked in your hotel with a book. A nice read, right?
How much did it all cost you? How long have you been waiting for this?
And finally, who is to blame?
-----
That's awful.
I mean - it really is.
I forgot that this is a reality for many families out there.
How I could forget?
Well, I have remote work. So if I just decide to go to the seaside - I go.
If I decide to go to the mountains, I go.
If I wanna stay home, I stay home.
Cafe? No problem.
Co-working? Go for it.
Staying in the bed? Who cares.
Instead of recharging once a year, I live what I want all year round.
I recharge regularly, thus I can do better work than being constantly in a state of stress.
This year I was at the seaside since the end of February.
The longest summer and it's been only mid-July.
Rethink.
#remotework for life
Photo: Vietnam, Phu Quoc
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-21
"We don't want your branded T-shirts and after-work beer on Wednesday.
We want to be trusted and heard. We wanna do the job we enjoy. We want to be free to decide what environment works best for us."
I gave an interview to Jiří Rostecký and his MladýPodnikatel.cz, the major podcast site in CZ. With over 1000 interviews he educates talented entrepreneurs, helps them to avoid mistakes others did, and on how to grow their businesses above the average.
I talked about the toxic cultures: Losing the social life with losing a job, or the simple principles that workers truly want. I mentioned my view on the future of work. And I explained that we have different stages of remote work. You are not obliged to travel the world if you don't want. Yet, there's a huge potential this job condition provides.
I also mentioned the ideal company to me - it's where I work now: Trustsoft. We're remote-first. We decide whether we wanna go to the office or to the beach ourselves. We deliver the results.
And I am proud to have many high-end professionals among my colleagues.
How come?
We fight the lack of top IT workers by crossing the borders.
We grow & we hire abroad.
(All my respect to making our company so attractive for staffing, especially to Iva Tošovská.)
And much more.
Since the interview was held in Czech, I will add some of the topics in the form of future posts.
I was brutally honest & myself, as always :) I guess I will get a lot of hate for that and I do not care much.
Take care.
Sam
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-21
One of the best reads in the past weeks.
A lot of great thoughts on prioritization. Hope it helps.
#productivity #sharingiscaring
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-20
Struggling with prioritization?
You're not alone.
Read this quick bitter tip. Accept. Process. Execute.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-20
What do you REALLY need to start remote work?
Let me take you behind the obvious.
It all may look beautiful and dreamy, yet it's not as simple as it seems.
Besides the benefit of going to the beach after work, it's also...
... a lot of hard work on a daily basis.
You're constantly outside of your comfort zone.
You gotta have enough courage to just pack and go.
You gotta adapt.
But all of this shapes you.
It changes who you are.
It makes you more mature.
It helps you grow.
And obviously, this affects your work results in the end.
#remotework for life
Sam, yours #remotegirl
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-20
It's 5.45 AM.
I am silently closing the doors not to wake up my partner. I gotta leave for the congress hall to work at the conference. It's an hour away from our flat.
It will be a long day.
It always feels like time stopped. We cannot even check how much is left cause it's forbidden to use our phones. At least, we can talk to each other with my colleagues when there's nothing else to do.
The shift takes 12 hours.
I don't like the job much, but it's pretty well-paid. It makes me enough for living and to go to a restaurant when I have some free time. Which I don't have much. But at least, I am busy.
What I do not like is the strictness. Despite everyone listening to the speeches, we usually cannot even sit. They say it wouldn't look good. So I and the other girls just stay in the hall, waiting if someone comes and asks where's the toilet.
I cannot wait till this ends.
After work, I head for groceries.
Finally, I'm home. It's 9.30 PM. My partner made dinner! I'm so grateful for a warm dish. I only ate a baguette today. I couldn't find anything better around the workplace.
It's so good to be home. I feel exhausted though. The only thing I am ready for is to wind off at some series. I like Black Mirror. We turn it on and I fall asleep on the sofa. I wake up in the middle of the night and head to bed. Checking the clock I realize I wake up anyway in a few hours. Another work day. However, that's fine. Six more conference days and it will be done.
Then, we will go to the restaurant and see our friends.
Still better than when I was in Geneva at the Motor Show a week ago. We worked 14 hours a day and slept barely 5 hours. "At least you're abroad," you say?
This was the story of my life when I was 21. 👆🏻
About that time I also found out that Georgia exists. As well, I read about people traveling the world and living abroad.
So I got a dream:
One day, I will live in Georgia and work online for European companies.
I didn't have a clue I'll be in IT one day. My dream was to work in Film Production back then.
I didn't know if it was even possible. It seemed crazy.
But what's shocking is that I really LIVE IT today, six years later, and motivate thousands to do the same.
To dream despite you don't know how exactly you'll get there, but believing you will.
To keep entering the doors that seem closed.
To overcome the fears and to begin again.
I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunities we have in life.
And for me being aware to see them & make use of them.
#remotework for life
📸 Me @ Geneva, Motor Show, March 2017
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-19
Remote work worries #1: Will you lose your friends when working remotely?
Rethink socialization.
Just because you're abroad doesn't mean you'll lose your friends.
On the contrary, you may even improve your connections.
What is my experience?
How do I get connected with new amazing and mainly relevant people when working abroad?
If you really want, it will always work.
#remotework for life
Sam, yours #remotegirl
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-19
I admit it.
Not every position can be done remotely.
Or at least in 2022.
I fully respect anyone that decided his purpose to do the job that nowadays still requires our physical presence.
That can be the person who brought together my computer, hand-crafted the table I work at, the sommelier suggesting the right wine for the perfect taste pairing experience, or one of my amazing doctors.
I honestly admire everyone who dedicates themselves to such a duty.
And I kindly ask all of you who have such positions, please, unfollow me, unless you wish to change your work conditions in the future.
I do not intend to give false hopes to someone.
I promote remote work.
And I encourage people to work at their best:
*to do the job they love
*to build and improve their unique skillset
*to continuously educate themselves to boost their competitiveness
*to rethink the opportunities they have in life through showing them the world & other perspectives of work and life
*to be aware of what works for them
I believe that humans have a better potential than doing monkey jobs. With enough education, we will be able to automate most tasks and focus on higher-skilled assignments. We will work through authenticity, resolving the problems we face.
Yes, we may still have the bartenders in the future - people want to socialize, you say. I'd prefer to socialize with my friends though, rather than with a bartender (despite my past work experience ~ 8 years ago).
That's the same I thought about the cashiers - it's great to have human contact, but maybe we can direct our attention to the contact that is favorable to us instead.
Do you remember all the angry cashiers who hated their jobs?
We replaced them with automatic machines and one worker who supervises them.
Now they may sit home and complain that the world is unfair.
OR
They educated themselves and got to a position where they got more freedom, express themselves, and feel like human beings, not just breathing machines.
(Your perception is your responsibility in the end.)
I believe that the future of work is this:
Specialized labor done in a favorable environment for the worker in suitable conditions. Thus, most likely remote - uninterrupted in the place that suits the worker the most. It will be focused on his cognitive peak, in other words, when the worker performs the best. Rather than the time spent on a task, it will focus on the efficiency and work done.
As always,
#remotework for life
With respect,
Sam
📷 Koh Samui, Thailand
Let me troll my haters with much love, showing that the notebook I work at, is truly portable. Wow. Of course, I wouldn't work on the beach. Nonsense. There's a comfortable cafe with high-speed internet 5 meters away from that palm with enough shadow & no sand. Yet, out of the frame. That's the magic of photography. 21st century. Welcome.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-18
Go out there and live your life.
Remote Work is far from being just the work condition.
It's what it is - work.
Yet it significantly broadens the opportunities we have in life.
What else should we be doing than going for that?
It's not life for work.
It's life AND work.
* From my last week's interview for Kronia Technologies. *
#remotework for life
Yours,
Sam, Remote Girl
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-18
Citizenship is obsolete.The most degrading thing me or my friends are facing (and I discuss this on a daily basis) is being judged by our who's our passport issuer.
I got a passport of the country I was born in. That's something I couldn't affect in any possible way.
My passport doesn't reflect my culture or my mentality. Not even my achievements, skills, aims, my financial status, work, beliefs, or values.
My passport is what it is. It's just a passport. A bureaucratic tool that is obsolete in the 21st century.
https://lnkd.in/dqwhpBk8
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-18
I used to postpone my life for later.
I used to say things like
"It's not the right time."
"It's not the right place."
"The circumstances are not right."
"It's how it is."
But life is not something that 'just happens'.
It's already happening.
Right now.
And you either do the things you love,
or not.
There's no right time.
There's nothing to wait for.
So go for whatever you dream of
And live your best life
Right now.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-17
"He doesn’t believe in businesses that rely for their success on every employee being excellent. Nor does he believe that great people help all that much when the fundamentals of a business are bad. He says that when good management is brought into a fundamentally bad business, it’s the reputation of the business that remains intact."
Sunday read.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-17
A pretty creepy sight on the possible future work office factories in a unification approach.
Feels frightening.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-15
Better life starter pack
1. Remote work
2. Mindset
3. Figure out where to go and leave
🚀
Your weekend read to embrace dreaming is here 👇🏻
https://lnkd.in/dapv_ZPa
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-15
I give you 1 minute now to describe your life as best as you can.
You got only one minute.
Feel free to write it down in the comment.
Set the timer.
Go.
Don’t submit the comment yet.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Now read it out loud.
.
.
.
Do you think about yourself in the past tense?
Did you mention your past successes?
Did you share what you managed to achieve?
Your kids? Family? Graduation?
All this is great. You did a great job.
But where’s who you want to become?
Are you the future author?
Future astronaut?
Future best cybersecurity blue team analyst?
Future the most wanted professional in whatever you do?
Future best husband?
Tell it.
Show it.
Think about yourself in a way of who you want to be.
I invite you now to spare another 1 minute and to continue with your writing.
Who are you in the future?
.
.
.
We become who we believe we are.
Do not underestimate this.
Be at your best.
Live at your best.
Because you can.
I am looking forward to your comments. Cannot wait to follow your journeys.
#motivation
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-14
He made me cry 🥹
This is how it started today - I took a behind-the-scenes video of me I’m sharing only here with you right now!
I was not captured in the live stream yet. But I’ve heard what Charlie Arellano has been saying. And oh my, it was so beautiful. 🙈
I am truly grateful I have a chance to live in today’s world.
I am truly grateful I have a chance to share with you my experience.
I am truly grateful I have a chance to inspire so many of you! I screenshot some of your messages and reread them when I'm blue because it makes me so appreciative. 🥹
Shortly?
Live at your best. Life's short. Go for everything you want. Now.
Educate yourself. Be yourself. Find what works for you and get better and better. Create a unique skillset and you won't care about competition.
Go remote if you're brave & responsible enough. It's not easy, but that's what shapes you. I know you CAN do it if you really want it.
Live like there's no tomorrow.
If you want to watch the whole stream, check it out here:
https://lnkd.in/gXkDhtnp
And as always,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-14
It was incredible! 🥹🚀
Thanks, everyone, for attending our live stream about remote work! I am glad we covered sooooo much. I could talk for hours, obviously. I PROMISE I will answer your questions in the comments in the upcoming posts 🚀
If you missed it, don't worry. Go to the fourth/fifth minute for the stream recording and enjoy! Let me know how you liked it in the comments.
Thanks, everyone! Now, I'll go running. 😆
And remember - GO FOR IT!
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-14
The overall belief is that… there’s no internet outside our homes. But the more you travel, the more you understand it’s BS.
So, forget this. It’s not something to worry about.
Let me show you, how to do it right.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-14
It's 10 AM my time and I've just finished half of my tasks for today.
My colleagues in Prague will start working in an hour or two. The things that had to be handed over to a team are done on my side for today.
I'm off to a canyon & waterfalls.
In Georgia, there are plenty of them. I relocated here back in 2020 when it became normal for everyone not to go to the office. I've barely ever felt so fulfilled, satisfied, free & happy.
I'll be back in a few hours, relaxed & recharged. The weather is expected to be beautiful today. I am glad I do not have to spend it somewhere in the office cube. I'll enjoy the daylight, sunshine, and clear mountain air. I live in the Caucasus. Thousands of kilometers away from most of the team. The job is done anyway.
I woke up at 4.30 AM today not because I had to. But because I wanted.
In the evening, I'll finish the rest of the tasks.
All is well.
The job is done.
And I do not wait the whole year for holidays.
I live now.
#remotework for life
And aim for #async , trust, and autonomy.
Photo: Me in Georgia, right above Tbilisi
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-13
This is me right now. 🥹
I've just found out that over 147 people (and counting!) plan to attend tomorrow's Live Stream! 🥹 Wow!!! That's incredible. I truly appreciate it.
I will be covering the topic "Rethinking life & work potential while being remote." and I am truly excited to share my insights with you, especially LIVE!
You'll have a perfect chance to ask questions during the whole event. We plan to cover them in the end. 🙏🏻 Please ask, ask, ask. If there will be not enough time, I will 100% cover them in the next posts. You will surely be heard! (Definitely better than in my inbox, I know 🙈)
Anyway! Cannot wait for you all in just 17 hours 🚀
Link to the event 👇🏻
https://buff.ly/3uHshAr
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-13
You must be the best in what you do to show it to the world.
This is one of the most toxic beliefs I got from my childhood.
It discourages you to talk about your little successes.
About the baby steps.
About the hard work, you do every day.
You believe you’re not good enough just because you compare yourself with the best ones.
It’s more than okay to aim high.
But the belief is toxic.
Being consistent at your work will be a motivation to thousands of others. Sharing your ups and downs makes you more human than the best ones seem to many. You’re the hero of the story on your journey, not only at the finishing line.
Because, in fact, there’s no finishing line.
Everything is in motion. Constantly evolving.
You may notice this as you go. This is part of what you must accept. Otherwise, you’ll never be satisfied.
So just keep going.
And don’t shy away to spread the word.
#motivation
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-13
Am I dreaming?
It's 2022.
We have internet connectivity around the globe.
We have portable computers.
We have many work positions that can be done anywhere in the world.
We mastered work from home or remote work over the past 2 years. We adapted in days (!) and changed our lifestyle for good.
And companies are FORCING people back?
Say what? 👀
#remotework for life
This is the new normal. 👇🏻
📸 Photo: Let me troll my haters with much love, showing that the notebook I work at, is truly portable. Wow. Of course, I wouldn't work on the beach. Nonsense. There's a comfortable cafe with high-speed internet 5 meters away from that palm with enough shadow & no sand. Yet, out of the frame. That's the magic of photography. 21st century. And stuff.
Taken at Ko Samui island, Thailand. Yes, there's the internet. Yes, there's electricity. lol
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-12
My newsletter tip #1? FS blog.
The best insights every Sunday in my mailbox.
I love thought-provoking postings. And the core idea of fs. blog is to share long-lasting insights. And they stand by their words.
I found a mention of the blog in the Almanack of Naval Ravikant. And for me, it's the best blog I know. The weekly newsletter is a quick read that always makes me think. It brings value.
One of my next goals is to read their books about mental models. Thanks to everyone who supported me at Buy Me a Coffee, I won't defer it!
To share better content, I also need to read the right things.
Enjoy.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-12
3 common problems people do wrong about trying out the digital nomad lifestyle
“I took my computer with me on holiday. To be a digital nomad is not for me”
And are you doing it right?
Let me show you 3 key problems you might be doing wrong:
1. Accommodation without the workspace
> If you plan to work, check for the stays that will be suitable for it. You can filter such places even on Airbnb. On booking, check the photos of the chosen room. And always. Always! See the reviews. (Not only for the workspace but for your overall comfort.)
2. Strong Sunlight outside
No one tells you you must work outside all day long. If you wanna work with great views, check some cafes with enough shadow & good connectivity. Also, great lighting will be in the morning and after ~ 4-5 PM. If you went to work on the beach (why?) at lunchtime, then no surprise that the conditions are not the best :)
3. Bad internet connectivity
I traveled to dozens of places in dozens of countries and never really had this problem. But let me put it straight - there are places more and less suitable for this. If you will send me a screenshot from some national park where you can barely catch a signal - congratulations, you got me…
Ok, let’s be serious.
🏠 In the accommodation - check the photos. If the internet is very good, they often even share it in their photos. See the reviews as well.
🌏 Location - You may be surprised, but many remote places have actually very good connectivity (Koh Phangan, Ko Samui - Thailand; Ha Giang, Phu Quoc - Vietnam; Stepantsminda, Borjomi - Georgia). These places are popular among tourists or nomads, so the infrastructure is very good too. If you will go to the middle-aged Svaneti in Georgia or on the peak of Kazbegi, then yes, it’s not the best place to work from… Check the best nomad places at NomadList (Google it). You’ll be fine. And as a backup, I recommend mobile data from a trusted provider (again, use Google).
At the end of the day, remote work might not be the right work mode for everyone and it’s okay. But thinking that others must do work badly because you had bad conditions, is not right.
On the company level, the root cause of the problems is often the processes.
Remote work is just a work condition. It doesn’t change the way we work that much.
#remotework for life
Photo: view from my workspace in a private villa in Krabi, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-11
What is the real win about 'legalizing your right to request work from home'?
It means in 2022 we finally start normalizing remote work.
And it gets accepted by the governments too.
The true accomplishment about all those digital nomad programs is not just that you get legally more flexibility in your work.
It’s the long-term normalization of the trend.
It’s the legalization of flexibility. (sad)
And it means this trend will go on.
Why is this important?
The problem is that many companies would like to offer flexibility. But all the legal stuff around it is too complicated. Work visa, taxation, insurance.
Of course, the best would be just fewer regulations.
New regulations mean only other resources.
Everything is always in balance.
The more regulated get the world, the more alternatives emerge.
The other side of the regulations is trust.
Yet, these steps are needed. It will never be the same around the globe. Governmental competitive pressure will eventually cause a more flexible work environment.
This is the #newnormal
#remotework for life
Photo: Lisi Lake, Tbilisi, Georgia. My favorite running place. Georgia has been one of the first countries in the world that implemented a digital nomad "visa" (entry approval) during the pandemic.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-11
Life hacks for the traveling digital nomads 🚀
7 tips to master your stays if you travel & work 👇🏻
1. Plan a few days ahead
You do not want to overwhelm yourself with what you will do in two months at 2 PM. At the same time, you want to know where you'll go once you land. Find your optimal planning pace.
2. No one tells you how long you must stay
Just because of tagging oneself as a "digital nomad" you do not have to visit a new country every day. We're all different. Find what works for you. Personally, I find it optimal to stay in one place for about 4–7 days, depending on the location. Sometimes staying a month is also optimal. I also enjoy trying different accommodations & locations around the same city in different districts.
3. Check the best districts to stay at in advance
When you travel, you can hardly estimate the best district. And - it's often not the center. Check some travel blogs or HoodMaps . com (and contribute). Ending up in a bad district may be more expensive than the booking price. :/
4. Check the Google Maps reviews for the accommodation
It speaks for itself. Once I didn't do this and it was a life lesson. I left the accommodation right away. Yet ending up on the street, looking for a new place, calling a taxi… You do not want it. Prefer more & better reviews. See the timing.
P.S. Often even the Airbnb apartments are listed on Google Maps.
5. Stay shorter before the long-term commitment
If you plan to stay somewhere longer, start by renting out the flat for a week. You may find out that there's a loud bar, too much traffic, or anything else you haven't noticed at first. Go for a night walk to check the surroundings too. Also, if you want to settle down for longer, I recommend trying different locations around the city first.
6. Don't save too much on your accommodation
We all want to downgrade our expenses. Then, rather try to ask for a discount, book directly, or book a longer stay to save some dollars. It's not worth booking a too cheap place. It always comes at a cost in other ways.
7. Co-living & Homestays vs. Hotels
I love both apartments and traditional hotels, so I choose to depend on my mood. Co-livings are great to meet other travelers. Homestays are perfect to stay with the locals, especially if you travel alone. Especially Vietnam and Georgia are incredibly welcoming in this term.
I wouldn't recommend hostels (shared rooms) to remote workers. Despite they might have some shared spaces for work, you risk someone stealing your tech. Hostels were great to me when I was 18 and didn't have enough budget to travel :) But back then, I was only responsible for myself and my two T-shirts.
Let me know if you have any other tips in the comments. 🙏🏻
Share with your network if you find it helpful to others.
Photo: my 50 USD / night rental in Hanoi, Vietnam - an apartment with a jacuzzi
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-11
My niche is not remote work
It’s freedom.
Freeing ourselves from the desks greatly broadens the opportunities we have.
You get more variety in terms of the place to live.
You can downgrade your expenses.
You can improve the quality of your life.
You can spend more time on what you want instead of commuting.
You don’t have to wait for the holidays to go where you want.
And so much more.
There are very few things that considerably changed the way I can live my life.
And Remote Work is one of them.
#remotework for life
Photo: me in Tbilisi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-10
Isn't it SAD that the government has to come to give you the RIGHT to request work from home?
More regulations only kill the trust.
It makes me sad someone works in a company with such a culture they cannot ask for a more balanced life. It must be the case, because otherwise, why such a thing was enacted in the Netherlands?
Go and find yourself a job in a company where you're trusted.
Where you can be yourself.
Where you can work AND live.
Where they treat you like a human, not just a worker.
Where you'll be listened to and understood.
You bring company money & value.
Fewer politics®ulations in this, please.
Work where they treat you well.
#remotework for life
Photo: Bangkok, Thailand - taking a little break between the calls can look like this. Or, of course, going to the office kitchen. lol
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-10
"Do the work.
That's all the productivity advice you need, and the only useful productivity advice you're ever going to get. You can direct your attention to a million optimizations— email, meetings, notes, calendar, time tracking, goals, todo lists, time estimates, prioritization frameworks, quantified self sensors, analytics, apps, documents, journaling. But don't. Ignore all this, and do the work. When you do the work, everything else optimizes itself."
Sharing my recommended Sunday read.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-09
"Monotony collapses time; novelty unfolds it. You can exercise daily and eat healthy and live a long life, while experiencing a short one. If you spend your life sitting in a cubicle and passing papers, one day is bound to blend unmemorably into the next – and disappear. That’s why it’s important to change routines regularly, and take vacations to exotic locales, and have as many new experiences as possible that can serve to anchor our memories. Creating new memories stretches out psychological time, and lengthens our perception of our lives."
My recommended weekend read.
Live now, not later.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-08
I will tell you a secret today.
- "Is there the internet?"
- "Like where?
In the world?
Yes."
I promise. In many locations in the world, you got internet today. 🥳
It's not only in your office or home. 🏠 (Rather my colleagues who sometimes visit the office when they want often face some connectivity issues.)
You can connect to the internet in Europe, in the Middle East, in Asia, I believe there's also the internet in America (may you confirm in the comments? I've never been there ;) ), and please, people in Australia and Africa - would you please let us know here in the comments how's your internet connectivity out there?
For me - we even have the internet in Georgia (the country I moved to). 🇬🇪
That's why I can write this post. And I wrote other hundreds of posts here about remote work in dozens of countries in the past months. 🪄🦄
I used to worry about this too (retrospectively I'm a little laughing at myself).
But this is not the thing you have to overthink or worry about.
So please, don't.
And if you want to see the world, and live now (not once a year on your holidays), go for it. You got my full support. ☺️
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-08
I won't reply to the work messages after work hours or on the bank holidays even if I read them.
Period.
But once it's the working time, I'll make you aware that it's disrespectful.
Not only to myself - I set my boundaries.
To yourself.
Don't misunderstand me.
I DO work after the traditional work hours.
I DO work before the traditional work hours.
But I do such work that is autonomous. Or, I make it like being that. I try to figure things out myself.
- "So you never face any problems you need advice for?"
- I do.
What to do in such a case then?
1. You can schedule your email or message to be sent at a specific time.
2. You can just try harder to figure it out yourself :) (have you really checked all the perspectives on the issue? Possible root causes?)
3. You just wait and resolve it later. Go and do something else. Or HAVE REST. 🏝
🧨 Oh and if it is urgent?
It shouldn't be urgent. Things are barely ever really urgent.
But if it TRULY IS urgent, then I suppose you got people resolving urgent issues, right? The team that is available to reply at the after-work hours. And if not - go and review your processes & workforce flow. Change it.
Go async. And get used to it, this is the way we'll work. Respectfully. Implement it.
And as always,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-08
How to work for more money? 🤔
Increase your value.
Your salary doesn't reflect your expenses. The company you work for is not your sponsor.
Your salary reflects the value you can generate for the company.
If the value you create increased, then you don't have to shy away from requesting a promotion.
👉🏻3 tips of what you can do:
1️⃣ Stay curious.
Engage with your colleagues, go deeper into the task, and don't be afraid to take over more difficult stuff. Learn-as-you-go. This will broaden your responsibilities & simultaneously your abilities.
2️⃣ Keep learning relevant things
Constantly improve your knowledge. Reflect on what you've learned in the past months and how it can be used on the project you currently work at. Keep learning - yet, keep in mind where you are heading. Don't just learn everything at once - that's impossible anyway. Instead, try to gather some relevant knowledge that can bring real value to the company.
3️⃣ Get responsible & autonomous
By trying to figure things out yourself, you save the company money & your colleagues time. Become more autonomous, don't send tasks forward and back. Ask questions at once. Create agenda for the sync if you already have some. Save time. Try to work more efficiently. Don't be afraid to accept responsibility & stay accountable.
Then, you can reflect regularly on how much you've improved.
Do you bring more value to the company? Are you able to resolve even more problems that might require many people months ago? Are you accountable and can you be trusted?
I'm sure this is already a great and fair base to request a promotion.
What else would you recommend? 😊 Let me know in the comments.
The photo is from the Krakow Botanical Garden. I love botanical gardens!
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-07
I’ll be honest with you.
Sometimes I love work working even from bed. 🛏
Especially on the days like yesterday. It was bank holidays in the country of the company I work for. My colleagues were off. No distractions, no phone calls. I did some deep work in the morning, then went to the local market. Then I got back and made the food. I started again working from my table, yet I got a little tired. That’s normal after food, isn’t it? So, why not move to some more comfortable position when you feel like doing it? (My doctor followers forgive me.)
But what’s the core point about it?
👉🏻 No one judges you when you work remotely.
Feel like laying on the sofa? Do it.
Wanna sit at the table? Do it.
Wanna move to the balcony to get some fresh air? Well, do it.
But it can also look like this:
Wanna work from the ocean? Go for it.
Wanna go to the waterfall in the morning? No problem.
Fancy trying some new local restaurant after work? Sure thing.
More freedom.
More acceptance.
Less judgment.
The environment you choose.
Work at your best.
Remote work is a way to do it.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-07
💰 How much money do you need to live comfortably as a digital nomad / remote worker? 🤔
Let me get it straight - this will depend on where you wanna live & what life standard you expect.
Yet, when you work remotely, you are more flexible in these terms. Yes, you can completely rethink your standard, expenses, and comfort.
You can live better for less. If you're willing to accept the possible migratory requirements.
👉🏻 So, how much money will you need to live a good quality life as a digital nomad?
I think you'll be VERY good to go with 1500$ / month in countries like Thailand, Bali, Georgia, or Vietnam.
☀️🏝 This will allow you to rent out a very good, central accommodation, go regularly to the restaurants, pay for your gym and hobbies or rent out the vehicle and travel regularly.
Yes, you can live very well also on 1000$ / month. Yet, you may already feel certain pressure and be a little financially sensitive.
You can also live on even less if you're very self-dependent & ready to cook for yourself. I am sure you understand that expenses can be variable.
Yet, I aimed to share how much you should make to feel relaxed about your expenses while enjoying a very good lifestyle. You can always invest the remaining $$ into yourself, your knowledge & expertise, or additional well-being. That's why lowering the costs while increasing your life standard can be so beneficial! Of course, also focusing on making more is a way. Yet, especially at the beginning, it's often easier said than done.
Please, let me know your thoughts & questions in the comments. I will be happy to broaden this topic for you. 😊
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-06
Let me remind you about my free consultation giveaway that has a deadline this Sunday :)
I do not give consultations normally AT ALL. So, you have a unique opportunity to get my personal recommendations, tips, and whatever you are curious about.
To join, please, read the post & comment under the original post :)
Looking forward!
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-06
I'm already preparing for the next Thursday interview that will be held here on LinkedIn. 🚀
With Charlie Arellano who works on the remote-first company Kronia Technologies we'll cover the topic of "Rethinking life & work potential while being remote" 😎
As always, I'm ready to be 100% transparent, honest & myself.
If interested, don't forget to save the date!
And, if you cannot attend, no worries - we will keep you a record. Yet, you'll miss a chance to ask additional questions. (Yes! We plan to give you enough space at the end to ask me ANYTHING.)
Let me know in the comments if you have any particular questions you wish I covered next Thursday. I'll try to go through the topic during the interview.
See you #live!
#remotework #interview
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-06
Remote work hasn’t change the way I do my work 💅🏻
It changes the opportunities I got in life.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-04
It’s not just about the fact I work.
It’s about where I can work.
It changes the opportunities my life offers.
And I strive for a lot. Remote work lifestyle enables me to live what I want.
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-01
#remoteopportunity in #cybersecurity ~ MOBILE APP SECURITY EXPERT WANTED!
My friend Pavol Luptak is offering a #remotework in his #remotefirst and freedom-based company Nethemba.
If you're an experienced Mobile App Penetration hacker, this might be a next-level step in your career. Please, see the requirements in the link.
If interested, do not hesitate to send your portfolio to [email protected]
https://lnkd.in/d2YmU76y
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-01
Your income doesn’t reflect your expenses. It reflects the value you bring.
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-01
What is my SECRET to focusing when people around are distracting?
Watch the video to find out!
Let me know what helps you in the comments.
And don't forget,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-07-01
⭐️ 3 FREE 30-minute Remote Work Consultations give-away ⭐️
👩🏻💻 Me:
*I am a Remote Girl. I’ve been freelancing for the last 5 years. I transited from Event Management (I managed 120+ people/event) and Public Relations to IT.
*I rethink life & work status quo, opportunities & potential.
*I want the world to normalize Remote Work.
*I am a representative of Liberland in Georgia. 🇬🇪
*I relocated from the EU to Georgia & I travel alone for the past 10+ years. 🇬🇪
*I inspire thousands of people to rethink their lives too.
👉🏻 What do I offer?
30 minutes consultation call for free to 3 of you! (I do not do consultations normally, so this is the only option to get my time anyway :)). You can ask me anything ranging from the industry transitions to the work experience, LI communication & content creation tips or advice, to remote work, problems you have & what I suggest, efficiency, or global opportunism. I am very open-minded and will be happy to help/advise or share my own experience & tips related to the issues you resolve. I recommend checking my older posts on my profile too.
👉🏻 How to qualify?
*Comment on this post with your motivation why you’d love to have a call with me! 🚀
👉🏻 Deadline
Sunday the 10th of July 2022, 6 PM GET (Tbilisi, Georgia).
👉🏻 Conditions
I will choose 1 person whose comment has the most reactions.
I will choose 2 people randomly - relevant comments apply only :)
I will announce the results by Friday the 15th of July at the latest. I will contact the winners in DMs and we will figure out the best date & time that works for both of us.
👉🏻 Why do I do it?
*I would love to support others in rethinking their lives.
*I want to get again the perspective on what people with less experience struggle with.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-30
3 things I wish I knew before entering the IT industry 👇🏻
Over the years (I've been working since I was 16), I tried many workflows, changed many teams, and had opportunities to lead people as well across industries. I entered IT 2.5 years ago and it's been the best transition I've made. Of course, there will be plenty of much more senior people on LinkedIn who could share their stories (feel free to do so in the comments). Yet, I'd love to share my experience today & a few tips I'd appreciate myself years ago.
1. You will never know everything. Keep your beginner's mind & stay open-minded 🚀
Speaking for itself, it's not always obvious. IT is a wide and ever-evolving industry. Security is not exempt. After all, in every industry, you want to keep learning, no matter what you do. However, if you are open-minded and not egoistic, it will be a big advantage for you in IT in general.
2. In-house vs. an agency? 🧐
I think that if you want to learn a lot and try different things (which can be especially helpful at the beginning), I'd go with an agency. You will see different architectures, and get some hands-on with different systems, languages, and workflows.
In-house is more long-term. It's truly great to see things growing and evolving with a long-term company-wide vision in mind. However, your (knowledge) growth will depend on the company. Just because someone works in the company for 5 years doesn't mean they made big progress. Often, people end up doing the same all over again out of comfort and habit. (It's not the rule though, I grew in-house a lot.)
3. When to move on to the Freelancing/Contracting? 📈
For this you should be:
- autonomous
- self-dependent
- overview seeker
- self-motivated
- responsible & get some credibility
I recommend freelancing once you dive deeper into one topic and want to build your own brand within a specific niche. Freelancing will give you more flexibility & freedom, however, it requires you to be fully responsible also for the communication with the client. I recommend getting some credibility first through contracting with bigger companies.
I hope this helped! Let me know in the comments if you have any other particular questions. Or, if may I ask more senior colleagues to add their thoughts, it is always appreciated. 🙇🏻♀️
And as always, #remotework for life 😁
📸 Tbilisi, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-30
"What would you recommend to people working remotely, or to those that want to improve their work-life balance?"
I have just been interviewed by Mayank Kumar Bhutoria from Gloroots & recrew.ai - a company connecting people working around the globe with the clients needing to get the job done. It was great to share my thoughts on remote work experience & bringing some tips and background. (I will work on the video and bring you some of the best insights soon.)
The core of remote work for me is the acceptance of:
* being matured
* being fully responsible for our lives
* being brave
>> Accept full responsibility for your life, be aware of who you are and what you enjoy, and commit to living at your best.
And remote work? We can change the way we live by changing the way we work. You want to live at your best, so you want to work at your best.
It's not life FOR work.
It's life AND work.
Let me know your thoughts in the comments.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-29
How do you socialize when you're not going into the office?
First... seriously? 🙈
Did we really forget we can socialize with our friends, partner at home, or have small talk with someone on the street? 👣
Reflecting on this common question, I've noticed we somehow got used to a more "reactive approach" when it comes to socialization. We started creating friends with people who just jump into our lives at work and that's it.
What's the alternative?
👉🏻An active approach.
* Start taking care of yourself.
* Identifying our hobbies. Finding local like-minded groups and joining them.
* Trying out new things.
* Don't shy away from meeting new people. Proactively searching for them everywhere we go.
* Implementing the face-to-face interactions into our lives again (I know it feels unusually after the pandemic, but yay! Be the change.)
👩🏻💻 I'm an entertainer (ESFP).
But when I used to go to the office, it made me drained. I wasted all my willingness to socialize through the forced small talks and meetings in the office. After work, I was not in the mood of meeting anyone.
I am afraid the problem of most people is not home office or remote work.
It's us forgetting how to make new friends outside of work.
P.S. I highly recommend having around people outside of your work. Colleagues-friends are great (I had many from my previous cooperations), but they can significantly drive your burnout. Discussing work after work is not cool. Be careful.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-28
I am super excited to invite you for our LinkedIn LIVE interview that will take place on the 14th of July (check your timezone for the time) ⭐️
I'd love to cover for you the potential of how to rethink work & LIFE through remote work cooperations.
Please, do not hesitate to let me know in the comments if you have any particular questions or areas you wish to cover 😋
Looking forward!
P.S. Yes, it will be recorded. 🙃
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-28
If there's no agenda, then there is no meeting. Period.
If you don't know what you want to cover, figure it out first yourself.
And, most of the calls could be an email anyway.
As always,
#remotework for life
& once I will make the world normalize remote work, I hope it will start respecting others and go #async
📸 Dubai, UAE
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-28
"How do you handle the training if people work remotely? It cannot be done properly!" 👀
*me laughing, changing my job over the past 2 years remotely, working on various projects in the last year, transiting my knowledge from the dedicated servers into the cloud, hahaha*
If you believe it cannot be done, then you're right.
Because there's obviously no will on your side. 👋🏻
🏫 Many companies still live in the past. We believe the only training method is sitting at the desk, like at school, listening to someone physically, learning for the exam, and then forgetting everything. Learning just to pass, not to understand. That's the only way we were taught to learn.
Fortunately, the years when we attended the obsolete schooling system are gone. Yet, we try to implement it into our work for some reason. 🤡
Try this instead:
👉🏻 Learning by doing. (Leave your ego behind the doors.)
👉🏻 Different types of content with practical examples, including conferences. Learn from the best in the field.
👉🏻 Syncing with a more senior colleague online with a shared screen, discussing a particular problem or task.
👉🏻 Improving your company documentation.
👉🏻 Higher budget for studying.
If you're learning only one from another, you don't broaden the potential and knowledge of the company. Strive for more. 🚀
Let me know how you handle the knowledge improvement in your company in the comments. Always glad to find out some new insights ✌🏻
P.S. For the study-based guidance on how to learn I recommend the book "Limitless" by Jim Kwik.
P.P.S. Stay open-minded to see the new perspectives.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-27
Rethinking life & work potential while being remote.
An amazing collaboration stream with Remote Girl and Cybersecurity Analyst, Samuela Davidova.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-27
"Secondly and importantly, digital nomads could act as catalysts for knowledge and resource flows between regions, benefitting themselves, their organizations, and their host countries. My longstanding research on geographic mobility and innovation has shown that short-term travel and even short periods of co-location with geographically distant colleagues can help workers access information and resources that can help grow new ideas and projects, which benefits both the mobile worker and their organizations. My research with former doctoral student Do Yoon Kim also showed that skilled migrants bring to their host communities unique knowledge from the cultural context of their home country."
And much more :)
Enjoy the read.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-27
Remote work is not a magic pill and is NOT for everyone. 💊
Remote work offers freedom of place, flexibility, saved time & a better work-life balance, if and only if...
...you're a responsible adult that delivers results.
...you can be trusted.
...you're self-motivated and you don't "need" others around out of commitment.
...you're unable to ask what are the next steps on the project or if you're not autonomous. (not knowing what to do often leads to procrastination)
...you & the company you work for don't communicate properly.
Yes, remote work is JUST a work condition. It can improve your life significantly. But first, you must resolve other issues.
#remotework for life
📸 Le Ba Dang Art Museum, Vietnam, close to Hue (an incredible place!)
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-27
What helps me to grow unexceptionally faster than everything else 👇🏻
- Undistracted time both alone and in dialogue
- Travels
- Books
Yup, no social media, no inspiration, or even school institutions.
Time alone, when undistracted, is magic. Get bored. Process what’s out there. Meditate. It will keep chattering and then shuts up. And then you got that one thought. Reflect. Journal. This time I find extremely important for creativity. Especially when you cannot figure out something, or you just need some new idea.
Dialogue, undistracted, focused, and with a good connection can be incredible. You do not have to surround yourself with people different from you. Get self-aware people around, who are at a similar level to you. Consider their experience. It’s great if you feel admiration and respect for the other person. Dialogues often help me to see the angles of one thing I haven’t noticed or I forgot. And damn, sometimes it’s truly great if someone reminds you that you’re worthy and capable, just in case.
Travels are not an escape (can be, of course, if you’re running away from the life you hate). It’s an exploration of the surrounding. Open yourself a little to discomfort. Adapt. Adjust yourself. It’s lovely to observe the little sinking in the surroundings day after day. It shapes me and makes me a better, kinder person. I love it. I love who it made me. Yet, I am not sure how much you get out of this when you travel in pair or a group and you’re together all the time. Travels alone offer a specific deeper dive in. Enjoy.
Every book shapes my mind and makes me different. Some seriously improved and changed my understanding of the world (Sapiens, Sovereign individual, philosophy). And, of course, the more I read, the better I write. I do not read in my native language at all anymore. I think it’s good to read in the language in which you want to think. Do not forget that language is connected to mentality and mindset. Choose wisely.
#keepmoving & #remotework for life
📸 Krakow botanical garden
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-27
"The digital nomad lifestyle is not ethical."
"This global migration is not good for communities."
"You are trouble with the rental prices and after all, everything!"
I got a little tired of the "you are not sustainable" comments, so let me go through this moralist topic.
First, there is this popular overall belief that digital nomads travel every week to another country. Well, that would be expensive as hell. Travels can be truly overwhelming. You seek new places around you constantly and over time, you get truly tired of it.
YES, there are people who travel all year round. Those are called the "perpetual travelers".
However, to understand, the majority of people still want some kind of base. It's just a way easier from the taxation perspective as well. (My tax residency is in Georgia with its 1% taxation). So, most "digital nomads" are often the "integrated expats" who stay in one country for months or even years. I think this will also be a case of more people over the years. Yes, you may travel a little at first to figure out what works for you, but over time, you want to settle down a little.
So, are digital nomads such a threat after all? 🧐
I can only speak for myself. No matter where I am, I always stay human above all. For me having a high philosophical & ethical standard is my nature. No matter if in personal or professional life. On a day-to-day basis, this means I try to preferably buy from locals (local markets, including food but also clothing), use local services, leave tips, trying to get into local communities, with a long-term goal to share some knowledge, educate and bring a better standard in the places where I stay.
No matter where you are - even in your home country, I think this is essential.
Honestly, I would love to hear the ethical perspective of those saying "foreigners enter the countries and the rental prices went up". Are you spending your weekend at the shopping center with global brands or buying local? Are you educating those who were not as lucky as you are? Are you volunteering?
I am afraid that most people lose this point. It doesn't truly matter where you are.
People thinking long-term, trying out various locations to find the best place for life, will spend their money, which will lead to the creation of new workplaces.
About the rental prices - I am afraid that the short-term rentals & tourism have risen this much more. The income from short-term rental is more beneficial than long-term (which is usually lower). How would you treat tourists then, when moralizing? You can see how many economies are dependent on tourism.
Conclusion? It's never black-and-white. We could keep hypothetically discussing this topic till the end of our days here, figuring out nothing. Just be a human. Cheers. I will share the link for this post as a reference to cover this topic since the endless discussions about this won't be of any benefit to me. Take care.
And as always,
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-24
Another good reason to move to a country or city with a better price vs. quality ratio.
Many people have already moved back to their smaller hometowns over the past two years. Makes sense.
I predict there will be more such migration in the next years as people embrace remote work as the "new normal" - because that's what it is. It's 2022, welcome. The internet & electricity is out here. Yay.
I wish everyone worked in the best environment that works exactly for them. We're not the same.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-24
Stay human above all. 🙏🏻
Last week and a half I felt sick. 🤧
It's very unusual for me not to feel well, especially for such a long period of time. I'm used to working a lot. I truly enjoy everything I do. I listen to myself so when I'm low on energy, I recharge and slow down a little. But when I'm sick, I go to the bed and turn off everything, including social media.
🚫
When you're ill, it doesn't mean you "can just work from home".
NO.
Working from home doesn't mean that it's somewhat easier to do the job. (Often to the contrary, right? 😉)
When you're ill, it means you need rest.
🙏🏻 You need colleagues who respect it.
You want to work in a company that understands and allows you to recharge.
🦸🏻♀️This age is calling for being a hero through overcoming the illness.
We feel heroic for working when feeling sick, replying to emails at night, and answering Slack after working hours.
There's nothing cool about it. 🙏🏻
👉🏻 If you want to keep it up long, do this instead:
* Work in a company that supports your balanced lifestyle. Be trusted. Get flexible.
* Recharge regularly. No one week a year at the beach, but regular getaways. Time for yourself & your hobbies.
* Listen to yourself. If you're sick, go and lay in the bed. Don't work. Don't push it. Recharge fully and then go back on track step by step.
Do you have a supportive team? How do you handle it when you're ill? Let me know in the comments. I'm afraid this topic is still not so popular yet, sadly.
#remotework for life & #trust at work
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-24
Remote work is ‘just’ a work condition that enables you to live a completely different LIFE.
It's not remote work, it's remote life.
At the age we deliver results online, I don't see any point in sitting in an environment that doesn't work for me. (if you like the office, that's fine too)
The main point is: to figure out what works for YOU and then get a job in a company that enables you to live your life at your best.
It matters.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-23
Life is just such an exciting journey. 🚀
Cannot wait to see where this journey takes me. I am truly grateful to everyone who ever believed in me and gave me a chance. Thanks to it, I was able to make transitions between industries in the past 10 years. I could fulfill my potential, keep going & learning, and aim for even more.
Never give up.
And of course,
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-23
👩🏻💻 Me: So the job offer is done remotely, right?
👩🏻💼 Company: Ummm yes, while it would be great to see you in the office sometimes.
👩🏻💻 Me: What do you mean?
👩🏻💼 Company: Yeah like we'd like to hold the meetings sometimes in person.
👩🏻💻 Me: What's the reason?
👩🏻💼 Company: Ummm... It's... nice to see each other sometimes.
👩🏻💻 Me: I see. Well, good luck then! 😊
👩🏻💼 Company: Is that a big deal for you? 👀
👩🏻💻 Me: Of course it is. It would take me hours to get to the office, it would waste my energy, squeezed my willingness to socialize which I'd use on my partners and friends normally, and there's no real point why it couldn't be held online. I find this approach disrespectful. I do not want to waste your time then. Thank you. 👋🏻
The past two years showed us that it's possible to do things differently.
Don't get stuck in past just out of habit.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-22
So proud to adjust my title here.
You can have it all:
~ working & growing in Trustsoft, starting new projects while working remotely (in progress 🚀)
~ Live & work at the best places for you - #remotework for life and hi from amazing Georgia
~ Share your experience with others & promoting ideas that resonate and meet your vision, beliefs, ethics & values
It's not either work or life.
It's about what YOU decide.
It's about what you take the responsibility for in your life.
It's about decision making, vision creating&following, and determination.
Keep going.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-22
"At the Ružinov Hospital in Bratislava, they removed the wrong eye of the patient"
Public healthcare anyone?
My messenger is full of messages from my friends waiting for weeks or months just to get a medical CHECK in central Europe. I'm so shocked but my experience was the same. On the contrary, in Georgia, you just walk in and get great care. My favorite hobby is trying random clinics for both the health checks & stomatology. So far 10/10. No waiting lines. Another option might be Thailand, which is famous for its health tourism & hospitality.
Cheers.
Rethink. Think globally.
And go where they treat you well.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-22
One day in the life of Remote Girl. Incredible. Things are happening (even online, yay!) and I am truly glad to broaden & share my vision, create communities of like-minded people and bring change & inspiration into the lives of thousands.
3 major events for today:
✅ Hit 9000 followers on LinkedIn where I share information about Remote Work & Life potential
✅ Became the representative of Liberland in Georgia 🇬🇪 ~ thank you, Vit Jedlicka
✅ Agreed on an interview with Jiří Rostecký about Remote Work for MladýPodnikatel.cz, a major Czech podcast site for entrepreneurs
#keepgoing & #keepdreaming
#remotegirl and of course #remotework for life
P.S. My thoughts to those saying that if you work remotely, you do not have any ambitions, you cannot learn & improve <3
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-22
☀️ How did you change spending your mornings instead of commuting?
With thousands of people going remotely or staying home, we gained an extra hour or two for our morning routine.
How have you implemented it in your life? How did it change your habits, if it did? What do you do with the gained extra time?
Yes, today, it's about you! Let me know in the comments! I am sure it might be inspiring for others :)
And me? 💁🏻♀️
* I started running and later going to the gym (when reopened). I started trying different activities and found unexpectedly a joy in martial arts.
* I started with meditations! It's a great break between the meetings as well, to be more present and aware.
* When the time zone is favorable, I start with doing my tasks in the morning! It's great that I make sure I manage all my personal life responsibilities in the morning already, and when I'm done at the end of the day, I truly made everything. I got much more balanced.
I cannot wait for your insights! 😊
#remotework for life
📸 Phu Quoc, Vietnam, seaside
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-22
How did I make the transition from Event Management into IT? 👀
💥 It's been 2.5 years since I'm in IT. I got the best timing I could - I've decided to move on in December 2019, before the pandemic started. I was hungry to grow, but I didn't know where. Every event is a little different, yet, nothing is really changing from the bigger picture. I wanted to learn and go deeper, but there was no more way to go for me.
What was the most difficult about the transition?
👉🏻 Ego. To accept you start all over again and you don't know a thing. I managed many teams, learned-as-I-go, and was responsible for a lot of cash. From that, I jumped to start a support position. 🤡
How did I change my career?
👉🏻 I sent my CV to a company I believed would be culturally a good fit. I was open-minded and truly dedicated to learning, but I didn't have a clue about where to begin. I accepted it will be a challenge but I was willing to make it. I asked for references from people I worked with before to add a little more credibility and I was transparent and honest.
How did I move my career further in IT and what do I suggest to keep growing?
👉🏻 Be open-minded, hard-working, and accept you'll keep learning. IT is ever-changing. You'll encounter new challenges almost every day (especially if you're in a company that's worth it 😁). Learn, be curious, and ASK questions. No one knows everything. If you want to transit in some particular field (cybersecurity, analytic position, whatever), make people around know! You often don't have to change the company to achieve this goal. Dedicate yourself to it, and learn at work & free time. Ask for more relevant tasks. Keep pursuing where you want to get.
What do I also recommend:
⭐️ Find a company you feel is your fit. How do you feel when around your potential colleagues? Can you speak up? Do you feel you can disagree? Try to identify possible toxic red flags.
⭐️ Don't see only if you're a fit, but also if the position has something to offer to YOU! Where do you see yourself in the next years? Who do you want to become?
⭐️ Be curious about what everyday work looks like. Imagine yourself doing it. How does it feel? If you're not sure it's for you, go away from it. Go for the "hell yes" offers only.
Let me know if you have any related questions about the topic in the comments!
📸 My office in the field with electricity from the power generator. Managing 120+ bartenders 3 years in a row on the world's largest drum 'n bass festival while listening to the jazz in my office. Working 16-20 hours a day. ✌🏻🧘🏻♀️
(Just please don't tell me your fairy tales about what's possible.)
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-21
I don't ask for remote work for everyone.
👉🏻 I ask for remote work for people who can be trusted.
👉🏻 I ask for remote work for those who are adults & responsible and can manage their motivation themselves.
👉🏻 I ask for remote work for people who know where they work at their best.
☀️ I want us to be able to do our best work in OUR best environment.
I want to thank the companies that understand it and allow their people to decide where they want to work 🚀
#keepgoing
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-20
Remote work means...
...waking up at the place you want.
👱🏻♂️"Come on! You spend most of your day working anyway, it doesn't make much difference." - I read in the comments.
Well, it does a huge difference when you start your day well.
Don't forget about yourself. Commit to living well >>> working well. 💁🏻♀️
Wish you the best week! 🚀💥
#remotework for life
📸 Ha Giang, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-20
👩🏻💼: Would you mind coming to the office once a week?
👩🏻💻: Yes, I'd mind.
👩🏻💼: Oh, what's the matter?
👩🏻💻: Well, it's been two years since the way of work changed. I've adapted and created my life elsewhere.
👩🏻💼: You mean you have an office at home? 😏
👩🏻💻: Exactly. But my home is somewhere between 3 to 10 ... thousands of kilometers away from you 🏝
👩🏻💼: 👀
👩🏻💻: 😊 And how has your company adapted over the past two years?
👩🏻💼: 👀
👩🏻💻: 👋🏻
🤪
Companies do not understand that thousands of people moved away. It stopped making sense to rent out expensive apartments in business areas and big cities. People moved away to see their families or to gain a better life standard for a lower price. It's logical.
We adapted.
You?
#remotework for life
📸 Phu Quoc, Vietnam, the largest cable car in the world
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-17
I travel alone & I work remotely. 🚀
I encountered many difficult situations over the years, yet...
...I don't regret it for a moment!
Every new challenge, every step outside of my comfort zone, and every new culture made me stronger, more adaptable & formed me.
Travels alone are a LOT about responsibility, self-dependence, and problem-solving.
I mention it here because it seriously influences the way I work. It made me more trustworthy, responsible, and willing to take action. I am ready to face the new struggles on the way more easily. I am not afraid of the unknown.
Do you dare travel alone? 🙃 Share with me your experiences in the comments!
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-16
Do we need others around when performing our deep work? 🤨 How do I handle the work when working remotely?
When I work, I work.
I do not need others around. 🧘🏻♀️
Because mainly, the work is not about others, but it's...
... about ME!
It's about being trustworthy, competent, and reliable.
I can motivate myself to work myself. I simply chose the work I enjoy, that's already a huge win.
If you procrastinate, then the problem is not remote work or people around 🤪 Search for the root cause, which is usually:
* you do not exactly know what to do next
* you feel anxious about a certain part of the project
* you do not like your work
We're adults. Accept the responsibility and keep going. 🚀
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-15
Will you miss any events if you decide to work remotely from abroad? How to socialize in a different country?
The FOMO (fear of missing out) is huge. I remember how I was worried about not being socially accepted because I missed something. There is so much happening around, that it's rather the JOMO (Joy of missing out) we should implement into our lives today. Yet, it's understandable we do not want to stay behind the crowd.
In this short video, I try to point out also some efficient socialization ideas, no matter where you are. I also offer tips on where to find the events around you.
Hope it serves well!
Let me know if you have any additional tips in the comments!
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-15
"They’re the best, that is, if you’re in the third grade. If you’re an adult being forced to attend a team-building exercise, go to a post-work happy hour or celebrate in a conference room with your colleagues lest you be seen as ‘not a team player’, they’re mostly the worst."
When I work, I work. I know socialization is fun, but I prefer creating my own social circle.
I'd sign these words, sorry, not sorry.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-13
'Oh my, Monday again!'
👆🏻
If this is you, then there's something wrong.
I wish someone told me earlier, that:
* Work is not meant to be hated. You can find something you enjoy in a welcoming culture that fits you.
* You are not supposed to feel anxious about another work week beginning. What's your root cause? Pressure? Toxic environment? Change it.
* I do not have to feel exhausted from the social interactions in the office when I'm not in the mood of talking to my close friends in the evening. #remotework for life
Choose wisely.
Doing something that you'll enjoy and where you'll feel self-actualized is crucial. It will change your life, opportunities, and well-being.
Enjoy every day at your best.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-13
"But come on, it's just a work condition."
No, it's not.
What remote work allows me and on-site job not?
* Travel anywhere anytime. I can literally pack right now and leave for another country in hours without asking anyone.
* Enjoy a pleasant environment without requesting holidays.
* Deciding on my environment and 'choosing my distractions myself'.
* Spending more time on my hobbies, and my close people.
* Live the best life I could ever imagine.
If you are not socialized, you're doing it wrong. There's much more potential in remote work.
It's not just a work condition.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-04
How to live a better life at half the cost?
No joking. That's my life.
I've just covered some tips on how to rethink your life and live better in a new article. Yes, it's possible & you deserve it.
Enjoy.
#remotework for life (of course)
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-03
"Remote work is not possible at our company" 👀
My previous career in event management taught me one thing - everything is possible and doable. As long, as you want and believe in it. You need the mindset and the methods.
If one says it's impossible, then it truly becomes impossible.
In the video, I also add an example that it's doable to drive crazily high sales in a few people online only. ASYNC. No calls, no interruptions.
I am sorry, but I do not trust the management that talks about what's not possible. Be aware of such words. There are companies that see the options. They are your-CV-away 😄
Have a great weekend ☺️
(P.S. Please leave me out of the list of technicians who had to physically create my computer or someone crafting my bed. That's not the point of the post. The post is about seeing the options and getting the will to make use of them. And again, if remote work is not for you, that's fine, I do not fight it. I wish we all lived at our best ☺️)
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-03
One of the reasons for procrastination at work, I believe, is that people hate their job.
No surprise.
Has ever anyone asked them about what they truly enjoy?
The pressure of society is tough.
I am afraid most people never experienced passion. Because if you ever did, you will do your best to perform only work that drives you to achieve more.
It doesn't have to be an ambition.
Rather, it's the desire - not only to work, but to live fully.
Things that you hate kill your joy from the rest of the activities. I believe that having a job that is a driver for us, can be a very valuable asset.
Chose wisely.
Read my article about the cultural norms and pressure. Hope some people will find an understanding there.
Take care, all of you.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-03
Them: “It’s not possible to do anything serious remotely.”
Me: Have you tried it?
Them: No, but...
😄
Three years in event management as a freelancer taught me that “impossible” is a BS. It's an excuse, nothing else. 😏
When you say something is impossible, you either:
- Do not even dare try it.
- Your ego is afraid you may do something wrong, so you don’t even attempt.
- You do not know how to do it right, so you believe that no one can do it.
🙏🏻 As long as it is humanly possible, then it is doable.
👉🏻 Believe it, find a way, get inspired, analyze, adapt, and execute.
No more excuses. Our time is limited 🚀
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-03
Today, I have for you a kind reminder 😊
If you dig deeper into my life and thoughts, it's the freedom and balance I strive for. I've been fighting for it far too long.
I had periods when I was badly overworked. It took me much longer to get back to where I was. I went through the times of being exhausted. And I don't want it back.
My life-long commitment is to create and live a long-term sustainable balanced life. And that's something I try to share here with you. ☺️
So, how do you feel today? And what will you do for yourself to get more balance?
Take care and have a lovely weekend.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-02
What is remote work REALLY about?
Yeah, it seems so lovely to work remotely, right? No office, no open space, no unrequested distractions...
But the fact is that it changes not that much the way you work.
(As long as you're a grown-up, responsible individual with a healthy social life and work-life balance & boundaries)
In fact
It changes your life.
It opens you new opportunities to do even more things, travel more places, and spend time on your activities or family.
This "work condition" opens the doors to advance your life.
#remotework for life. I mean it.
P.S. I fully respect remote work is not for everyone. It's okay. I believe the best option is to have a chance to decide / try out what works for you and what doesn't. The content is meant to show the opportunities of remote work, nothing else. Take care, everyone. Wish you all lived at your best.
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-02
Am I not afraid to travel alone?
Am I not afraid to go to the unknown?
Am I not afraid to move that freely?
Am I not afraid to speak up?
Am I not afraid to try new things?
Am I not afraid to trust unknown people and the known?
Oh, indeed, of course, I sometimes am afraid. But it’s up to me whether I hold back because of the fear or not.
So I keep going.
Because it influences my job too.
Overcoming such fears helps me not be worried when trying out new tools at work.
It makes me confident to know I can handle a lot.
It moves my limits a little further.
And I will continue going and not be afraid. Despite sometimes, it feels a little frightening, it's been always worth it. Especially when you look back.
#remotework for life
📸 Photo: Kojori fortress, Georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-06-01
💁🏻♀️ You will 100% procrastinate during remote work if... 👇🏻
...if you do work you hate.
It’s super difficult to find motivation in such a case. I even understand that the office will work for you BETTER because it provides a stronger commitment created by micromanagement.
But that’s not how I want to live.
So a few years ago I made an agreement.
With myself.
That I’ll NEVER do the job I don’t like because I know it makes me unhappy and it ties me. It would kill my interest in everything.
So I won't be shooting myself in my feet, right?
⭐️ I wish I knew earlier that it’s possible to have a job you enjoy.
It is normal to have a work where you grow, self-actualise yourself, you learn by doing.
It is normal to have work you are looking forward to doing.
It is normal to have cooperation where you are trusted and where you can speak up.
A healthy work environment is a must.
#remotework for life
📸 Photo: Tbilisi, Georgia - thanks to the fully remote cooperations I enjoy, I could relocate and settle down in another country.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-31
I feel the stoic urge to live it NOW since there might be no ‘later’.
I seriously believe the life potential is huge.
I don’t want to wait to live happily ‘anywhere’ in my later days while ill and incapable to move as freely as I can do now.
We don’t know how much time we have left.
And I do not want to spend this time commuting & sitting at a desk in the office.
I’m trying to point out, that remote work enables me to live at my life’s potential.
I know most companies treat it only as a work condition.
It’s our own duty to take responsibility for our lives and live at our best.
Now.
#remotework for life
📸 Photo: Krabi, Thailand. Renting out a private villa with a pool next door & high-speed internet included.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-31
I believe we all have a huge potential.
The only difference between us is whether we are aware of it or not.
And, another dividing point is between those, who take action to live at their full potential and those who don't.
Don't misunderstand me - it can be a huge loving family for someone, and exploring the world for another.
Yet, certain circumstances bring more opportunities to our lives. And #remotework is definitely one of them. It opens the doors that would remain closed.
Of course, it would be impossible without the internet and electricity. God bless it's 2022 and you can fulfill your duties thousands of kilometers from your company's headquarters.
#remotework for life
📸 Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-31
I hit 8k followers yesterday here on Linkedin! 😊
I'm so glad to have the opportunity to share my story and insights with other amazing people like you all here. ☺️ The feedback gives me new perspectives I'm grateful for. Thanks!
Let me know what topics you wish I covered in the next posts that would help you to drive your remote work LIFE even better 😊
You're not alone.
Take care and thank you all.
And especially Trustsoft for hiring me and other responsible colleagues who are trusted. Get yourself a company that works & communicates well. 👌
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-30
'For the first time in human history, for millions of people now and hundreds of millions in the next decade life might then stop being primarily about working, and instead be about living.'
This is something I realized fully thanks to every one of us staying home during the pandemic. The last two years were challenging, but eyes-opening.
And I know I couldn't go back to the office.
Enjoy a nice read from the founder of Nomad List.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-30
I don’t intend to upset anyone, but I truly want to speak up.
We’re adults. Our kids think of how serious jobs we must do - and we often truly do…
Yet we are dictated to come to the office on Monday and Wednesday. To get a dress code or not. We join the office with colleagues like we joined our class back at high school (seriously, how different are these? You love a few people, some are so so, and some spend time rumoring about everyone.). And, we’re often micromanaged, or WE do micromanage others to prove our ego our importance.
I’m an adult.
I’m fully responsible for myself.
I'm able to schedule my time.
I have enough discipline to start working on my own.
And…
I don’t need to be told the address of where to commute every morning at 9 AM.
I don’t need to be allowed to go to lunch.
I don’t need to be given the environment to work in.
And this is why I joined a remote-first company, that allows us to decide on our own.
Thanks for the trust.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-30
How do recharge properly for another work week?
✅ On the weekend, I traveled another hundred kilometers on a motorbike. New places >> new perspectives.
✅ As a remote worker, I choose my environment myself even during the workweek.
✅ And mainly, I recharge regularly! Not only on the holidays. There's no life ‘after’. I squeeze each day to get to my best.
What results do stress people deliver? Versus the relaxed people?
You want your staff at your best. So trust them and allow them to be competent to decide their environment.
#remotework for life
📸 Da Nang, Vietnam 🇻🇳
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-30
Oh my 🤯 THIS is my Remote Work environment for this week.
We don’t need any more benefits, dear companies. We want trust & flexibility 🙌🏻
High speed internet & pool included.
Cheers!
#environment #remotework for life
📸 Phy Quoc, Vietnam 🇻🇳 (no filter)
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-27
"The new normal" of work
For the past two years, people were mandatorily sitting in their homes, performing their work as best they could.
The companies had to adjust. People had to adjust. Processes had to adjust.
It was difficult for many and it required additional resources - time & money to perform this transition.
Over time as we started normalizing the situation, many companies force their people back. (Of course, there are many who started embracing freedom&trust, or left their offices completely, but I am not now about these.)
Instead of:
- Giving people the opportunity to decide on their own what workplace was the best for them.
- Taking advantage of the investment in the transition.
- Focusing on what works the best for the employees and their efficiency. (I mean being genuinely curious.)
Some companies said no 😄
It is okay, of course. It's the management's decision. Who am I to judge this? 🙃
Yet, it's worthwhile a little reflection. I cannot help myself, but it reminds me of my school times when we used to ask for a toilet leave. Yet we're grown up, aren't we?
Personally, I wouldn't return back.
Remote work opportunities incredibly changed my life options. And I am not alone. Considering the comments under my posts, there are many people, who wouldn't accept a non-remote job.
The difference is, that the skilled people will go where the conditions work for them. The companies will lose these people.
#remotework for life
And just a note - "normal" is a buzzword. What's normal for you is not for someone else. When saying that something is "normal", then we create just another artificial dogma.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-26
👩🏻💼 Company: I am sorry, but we do not offer remote work.
👩🏻💻 Me: No worries, that's perfectly fine! Yet, then, I cannot offer my services 😊
👩🏻💼 Company: 👀
👩🏻💻 Me: Yeah 😊 It’s called job MARKET for a reason.
How many talents may the company lose by not allowing them to work at their best?
I believe in the power of trust and adult responsible decisions - including the one about in what environment I want to work. 🙌🏻
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-25
The more I expect the next destination to be a coconut country without electricity and roads, the more... it's not.
Over my many travels, I realize how arrogant it is to believe that one's country is the developing standard, the best one can experience.
It's limited to believe that everything on the east from you is far behind what you know.
It's limited because it's not true.
I wouldn't be surprised if you'd have a better internet connection in the Vietnamese mountains than in the office. Sometimes it just happens. But of course, this is not the newest high-tech. I saw many things and I am 100% sure that I haven't seen anything yet.
I like the humble perspective of zero expectations - because that way the new places do not stop surprising me.
So I will keep up expecting nothing. Because it's incredibly beautiful.
And I am glad I can.
And I can because I've created it.
#keepgoing #remotework
What place has ever surprised you the most? Let me know in the comments. For me, the biggest surprises were definitely Ukraine, Thailand, Georgia, and Vietnam.
📷 Ha Giang, Viet Nam
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-24
There are so many things I wish someone told me earlier.
But mostly I wish I knew earlier that it’s not about fitting into the job offers.
It’s not about being just another doctor, lawyer, or software developer.
I mean you can, of course.
But we all have a special unique skill set that is determined by the culture that formed (and still forms!) us, our childhood, schools & further education, work experience, but also the philosophy, ethics, our environment, or what information we consume. Everything that you are allowed to be influenced by - forms you in a certain way. You keep changing and evolving.
I am afraid that in this world where we are exposed to the endless new “motivation” and “inspiration” that are just moving us away from our true selves.
It’s truly difficult to go down deep, to be undistracted alone, to explore who we really are, and to think of where we want to move this person in the future.
I believe exploring our true & unique authentic skillset is the way that can make us incredibly competitive.
Why?
Because that’s something no one can ever copy.
There will be thousands of people with the same university paper as the one you have.
But there is only one you.
So turn this now off and begin with asking yourself, undistracted, what brings you joy?
Take care.
And keep going. Authentically. True.
📷 the Vatican, main square & birds. 2020, the pandemic year & empty Italy I could visit thanks to #remotework
(the photo is mine as always and I share more on my IG @samujelapryc)
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-24
It seems a little ironic, but who else should promote the relaxation, time off and work-life balance than someone who was / still is terrible at it? 🙋🏻♀️
I’ve already paid the price for not realizing how essential it is.
- “I want to know my limits”
- No, you damn don’t.
It took me years to realize that it’s not about stretching the limits.
👉🏻 It’s about finding the right balance. I mean the real balance that is long-term, sustainable, and that you enjoy on the way.
It doesn’t mean you have to be happy and excited 24/7. That doesn’t exist.
⭐️ But it means you will have enough time for yourself, your hobbies, self-actualization (yes, I do not mean “just a job”, but something that actually drives you and gives energy back), exercising, and enough rest too.⭐️
🌻 I love gardening and one thing I noticed about my flowers is that they cannot grow until they leave what’s not needed.
🚘 For me, the unneeded thing was the commuting and distractions from the deep work in the office. I seriously did less than when at home or on the road. (If you missed my previous posts, I know that one doesn’t fit all, and it is perfectly fine if something works for you. It didn’t work for me.)
I did freelancing.
I worked 16, but even 21 hours a day.
I managed things alone and did stuff that would employ five or even ten people.
🙌 I know how time and attention are precious and limited. 🙌
And I know I want to make sure I invest it well.
Into myself.
To become better for me & for my career.
Viva #remotework.
📸 Ha Giang Loop, Viet Nam (the photo is mine as always and I share more on my IG @samujelapryc)
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-23
Have you said ‘after work beer with the colleagues’?
Ehhhhm, I’m afraid I am already…
…Busy today after work…
With
My life.
🙃
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-23
How did I spend my last 4 weekends as a remote worker? 👀
👉🏻 This weekend: Hanoi & Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
👉🏻 1 week ago: Ha Giang, Vietnamese northern mountains
👉🏻 2 weeks ago: Bangkok, Thailand - group meditation retreat, philosophy book reading, running ~ a little slow-down time
👉🏻 3 weeks ago: Ko Samui island, Thailand - visiting waterfalls & national parks
More than work conditions, remote work is an opportunity to live to the fullest. You don’t have to make use of it. You don’t have to travel fast or even at all. You may just relocate to your family or anywhere where your soul feels the best.
But it’s an opportunity to live at one’s own pace in a pleasant environment the person chose. Of course, besides saving me some valuable time for my favorite activities instead of chattering in the kitchen, or commuting. Sorry, not sorry. 🙃
#remotework for life
📸 Ha Giang loop, Viet Nam 🇻🇳
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-23
Remote work won’t save you…
If you have a job you hate.
If the communication in your company isn’t set well.
If there is no guidance towards the project goals and no company vision.
But this is not remote work to be canceled.
Other issues must be fixed.
Stop blaming a work condition. See your processes.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-23
I spent my weekend in Ha Long, Vietnam. Cruising around the islands. Free, recharging mentally to get back in full power the following week.
I am an explorer. It brings me new perspectives on both life & work.
The stereotype is killing me and my potential.
Yes, remote work requires responsibility. That's fine because I am responsible.
I also do not say it's for everyone. If that wouldn't work for you, that's fine.
Yet, what point is in creating an environment where we push everyone to come?
Office work is not for me. I need remote work. I had enough of sitting at the same desk at the high school.
For me, this work condition broadens my life opportunities. There is nothing that would make me go back to sitting at the desk in one place.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-20
"Sam, what is the best place to work remotely? And is this place worth it? And how pricy is it?"
I used to have the same questions.
And then I found an amazing website covering it all :)
Let me introduce you to
🚀 Nomad List . com 🚀
(or simply google 'nomadlist')
At NomadList, you can filter your requirements, the cost of living, the weather... Everything you need.
A few notes from my personal experience 👇🏻
* EVERYONE has a different perspective, living standard, and requirements. If you love one place, some may hate it. E.g. I can see that many people on the nomad list review Vietnam as having bad food. On the contrary, I love typical local food, which can be very fresh & light. There is NO ONE best country that would be a good fit for everyone.
* Even the Nomad List listing is not absolute. The position varies. The internet varies too! If you believe some information is outdated, you can mention the site owner on Twitter with the correction.
* It's not meant to give you an accurate result, but rather a guidance / idea of the places that might be a great fit for you. I believe the key is the ability to rethink our environment. If you have remote work, you can get a much better living standard at a lower price. I am sure there will be places you haven't considered or haven't visited.
* It is different to travel as a tourist, as a digital nomad, and to move somewhere long-term. Do not expect that every place is "waiting for you". Also, I think we often tend to argue that the place is not the same as what we're used to - well, it definitely is not. It cannot be. You moved in, you adapt. Be ready for the differences and rather welcome them, than criticize them. It will broaden your perspective much more.
* The places are always worth visiting. Almost every time you can learn something new not only about a new culture, but also about yourself, and move your comfort zone slightly further. Yet, it's an opportunity, not a must. It's up to you what you take away, not up to the place you are visiting.
Be humble and kind. Always. ⭐️
And my personal choices?
* Tbilisi, Georgia
* Koh Phangan, Thailand
* Bangkok, Thailand
* Hanoi, Vietnam
* Rome, Italy (despite being very low rated on Nomad List:)
What are your best places for remote work? Let me know in the comments!
📸 Photo: Hanoi, Vietnam, Lonely tree spot
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-20
My "wow" moments come EVERY TIME I visit some eastern country and I badly underestimate it. And I always do. I am not much of a planner, so I never check anything in advance. It obviously makes me crazily surprised once I enter countries like Georgia, Vietnam, or Thailand. I know there are many differences, but some things are super developed. As the ease of doing business in Georgia is massively great.
I moved to Georgia back in November 2020, because I simply realized I do not have to do my two jobs & school in Prague - everything went online. I've never been there before, but I just packed my things, left my flat, and requested the digital nomad visa/arrival approval (it is not needed anymore).
After a few months, it started being obvious that I will stay. The country is magical. I started checking some more info about its taxation and I went all in. I canceled my freelance license in the Czech Republic and opened one in Georgia. It makes me pay 1% taxes, and submit my tax report in ONE MINUTE, online, without any additional struggles. Clear & various taxation statuses PLUS flat government are a huge wow after the western bureaucracy.
TLDR?
Georgia makes it super easy to live in & make biz.
Some time ago I covered this topic on my blog. Enjoy the read! 👇🏻
Georgia 🇬🇪 — a little caucasian country with a population of 3.7 million. Lying between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, it prides on a wide cultural richness. Officially, it’s being marked as a ‘developing country.’ No matter what you imagine behind it, you may be wrong. Let me show how this country rocks in providing governmental services online.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-20
‘Quality of life is having the freedom to make choices that are not fear-based.’
🙏🏻
Where can I sign it? The remote work opportunity and the freedom of place mean exactly this to me.
The quotation comes from my favorite weekly newsletter from James Clear, the author of Atomic Habits. You can subscribe at https://lnkd.in/dsdKcEEV
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-20
💡 How do I resolve the internet around the globe as a remote worker? 💡
I remember the worries I had (and still have) about the internet connection. For some reason, we believe that the internet and electricity work only in those places we know 😄
Well, fortunately, it's 2022.
Remote workers do not wanna work on the beach, but in a private villa with a pool and high-speed internet.
⭐️How do I resolve my internet setup?⭐️
1️⃣ Home setup
When booking accommodation, I check the WiFi Access and the reviews. If the internet is bad, people write it down :) Also, you can filter "dedicated workspace" on Airbnb, which indicates, that the homeowner was taking care of the space to be suitable for digital nomads. Also, scroll the photos - often there's a screenshot from the connectivity speed test. (I know there are some technical limitations to this, but at least it provides some credibility.)
2️⃣ Spaces suitable for work
Google for "work cafe" or co-working space. These will be a suitable workspace.
3️⃣ Have a backup - your phone
I highly recommend paying a little extra when purchasing your phone internet package. You may choose an e-sim or a physical SIM card when arriving. However, check whether the SIM card is supporting hot spots. Not all the operators are offering it
⭐️ Conclusion
As I say, there's always a way if you really want.
I NEVER, I mean NEVER, had internet issues I couldn't resolve. On the contrary, I was often surprised at what places I had seriously good connectivity. Nowadays it's possible to go work in the mountains and enjoy high-speed internet.
Do you have any other tips you'd share? Let me know in the comments :)
📸 VietNam, Ha Giang Loop
(the photo is mine as always and I share more on my IG @samujelapryc)
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-19
It’s possible to live a happy balanced life & move forward with your career.
It's not easy, but it can be done.
I know it because I live it.
Take care 🙌🏻
The footage comes from Thailand and is mine. Sadly the audio has been removed.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-19
🚀 Here we go with the recording of today's morning Live discussion where we cover the Remote Work ⭐️ with Berlyn Anne Decena who joined in from California & 🚀 Petr Sebesta 👨💻 who was just in Phillippines!
I hope I provide some inspirational insights on the opportunities of the remote work, the costs, and some other thoughts 😊
Hope you enjoy it! If you have any additional questions, let me know in the comments.
Thank you, Petr, for the organization!
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-19
‘But do you have the internet and electricity when working remotely? 😰’
Meanwhile Vietnam be like: excuse me? 👀
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-19
How do I resolve my $$ when constantly on the go as a remote worker? 👀 #digitalnomad
I am a citizen of the world. Using services from around the globe & constantly on the move, I needed to manage my money somehow.
👉🏻What are some key points you care about when traveling all the time:
1️⃣ Global support - local banks often block your card because you transferred in Dubai on the flight from Europe to Asia, and you bought a baguette in UAE and a coffee in your final destination. There's hardly something worse than arriving somewhere without the ability to withdraw your money. (And contacting the customer care who is not allowed / cannot reply / you have to call from abroad / gotta visit the branch / whatever. Been there, done that. Enough.)
2️⃣ Currency exchange fees & supporting many currencies - I remember 2 hours waiting for opening the USD account in Prague. In Georgia, you get 4 currencies by default, but most local banks do not allow it. Also, the exchange fees are usually nuts. Fortunately, many banks do not charge the withdrawal abroad anymore. Wise (former TransferWise) supports more than 50+ currencies with real-time conversion rates and the lowest transfer fees.
3️⃣ Transferring money - Have you ever paid those crazy 10-40$ fees for the transfers abroad? Isn't this a little bit past-century?
🙃
And
PLUS: Accepting salary.
💁🏻♀️ How have I resolved it?
A. One local account with a limited cash amount stored - I have a Georgian account because I spend there most of the year and it has an integrated system to pay the taxes & utilities.
B. Crypto :)
C. Wise! Not only for the transfers to Georgia, but it's also definitely my number one. A great UX, MFA, and prompt support (that I had to use only once in the past two years for a feature request) are an extra mile. The guys have beyond market amazingly low transfer fees, I never had a single issue with the payments anywhere I've been and you may open the account in a new currency in a matter of minutes.
When registering with this link at Wise, you will get a fee-free transfer of up to 15,000 CZK ~ 630 $ (I wish I had this back then too 😄):
https://buff.ly/3yKIdon
Hope it serves well 😊
How did you resolve your banking when constantly on the go? Let me know in the comments! I'll be happy to check your recommendations.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-19
💡What to share on LinkedIn when you are on the entry-level? And, isn’t it embarrassing? 💡
First, it is definitely not embarrassing. As well as it is normal to ask questions, it’s great to admit that you’re still on your way and it is COMPLETELY FINE.
How can sharing on LI help you?
You will get a better awareness of yourself, and new connections and this can lead to a great job offer one day!
Depending on the content, you can show your determination, specialty, or hard work.
What can you post?
👉🏻 Sharing notes from what you’ve learned today/this week. It can help others who are on a similar path too!
👉🏻 Sharing tips for your favorite courses, tools, or programs. Share the setup that works the best for you.
👉🏻 You can even ask your connections for some suggestions in the comments.
👉🏻 Have you created something? Show your results! Even a little victory is a celebration.
👉🏻 You can also create a video of behind the scenes or how you got somewhere. What seems obvious to you is not obvious to many and might help someone who chose the same direction. Sharing is caring.
What else would you recommend to someone beginning? Share your tips in the comments!
P.S. Do not worry and keep believing in yourself! You will get there only in the baby steps. The path is never straightforward.
Share with your network if you believe it’s helpful 🙏🏻
📸 Photo Kojori, Georgia aka showing the new horizons and perspective we get only over time 😊
(the photo is mine as always and I share more on my IG @samujelapryc)
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-19
My top 5 favorite (or not? :) places to work from remotely no matter where I am 👇🏻
1️⃣ Accommodation
I am willing to pay an extra penny to have good accommodation suitable for work. It's good to have various spots in there. I love changing places a lot, so I prefer having a nice sofa, a regular desk, and an extra table. Today you can find accommodation that has been specifically remade to meet the needs of digital nomads.
PRO TIP: Check the reviews (even on Airbnb), people often comment on the WiFi connectivity & if it was suitable for remote work.
PRO TIP 2: At Airbnb, you may check "Dedicated workspace" in the filters. 💡
2️⃣ Cafe
I recommend searching in Google Maps for "work cafe". Usually, you end up with places that people recommend for work. Make sure you filter "Open now" and "Top-Rated", read the reviews, and viva work!
3️⃣ Library
If you're off school for a while, you may be missing something that wouldn't come to your mind. 🙃 Libraries usually offer free access or a one-day pass, and a great calm place for focused deep work. Plus, they usually have great opening hours and if you want to change your thoughts, you may list some interesting books out there. 📚
4️⃣ Co-working space
Today in almost any popular destination, you'll find some above basic co-working spaces. Not only these areas are great for work, but also for networking. Co-workings are usually a great hub to create some new friends all around the globe. Check out for their events too.
5️⃣ ❌ NOT the beach ❌ (and how to hack it)
Yes, I admit I took some photos on the beach for photoshoot purposes. 😏
But the beach is mostly super impractical. The sand is not a friend with your notebook and with the direct sunlight, it's difficult to work.
BUT
If you want to enjoy the amazing beach views and jump to the sea for a quick swim between the calls...
... You will easily find some resort or cafe located next to it!
It usually offers great refreshment, electricity, high-speed internet, good seating, and light coverage.
P.S. Use VPN ❤️
Let me know in the comments what's your favorite workspace 😊
📸: My Hanoi accommodation, Viet Nam
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-19
A little throwback to Ko Samui, Thailand 🙌🏻
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-18
In ~ 10 hours, I will be a speaker at the #8th LinkedIn live call 🚀:
Over The Oceans #008: Remote Working in 2022
You may join on the link below. 😊
See you soon!
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-18
Remote work is not just about the saved time and energy. The rising costs of transportation and lunches make the return to the office crazy too.
Remote work doesn't necessarily have to be cheap. But if you WANT, you can save some extra $$. Especially, if you chose the right place to work for, you may increase your life standard and cut the costs in half at the same time.
But, do not forget, that if working home, you may have higher electricity costs, you cover all your coffees and other expenses too.
The costs & work are not one-sided.
I wish people were enabled to decide themselves where they want to work, whether remote or in the office.
What experience do you have? Let me know in the comments 😊
Also, if you're interested in the remote worker's costs a little bit more in-depth, lemme know what areas are you interested in the most. I will be happy to cover it in one of the next posts.
"When she worked from home during the pandemic, she put the money she usually spent on transport, takeaway lunches, office wear and after-work drinks into a savings pot. “I think I saved something crazy like £6,000 in six months,” she says. But when her employers reinstituted office days, the sudden change in her outgoings came as a shock."
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-18
⭐️ Our company Trustsoft is looking for a full-remote Frontend React developer, who has experience with Azure DevOps & GIT.
EDIT: EU-based candidate only due to the client's requirements
The cooperation will be held mostly during the US working hours.
Please, if interested, send me your CV in the inbox starting "Frontend React Developer". As best, please comment to make sure I notice your message, thanks! I will be happy to share more information with you & forward your contact to our HR. 🚀
#remoteopportunity #hiring
📸 Ha Giang, Vietnam
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-18
Would you like to support me in my writing? ⭐️
I wish to be able to dedicate more time to creating even more posts and focus on my blog.
I want to spread the tips about remote work also in other forms - to create more videos, add the subtitles, edit more photos from amazing places I've visited, write even more text...
And I will. Thanks to my supporters at Buy Me A Coffee.
My time is limited, but when I see how many people enjoy the content, find it valuable, and wishes to motivate me to write, even more, I just...Have to keep up the work!
That's why I have my dedicated Buy Me A Coffee page. It's no commitment, anonymous & one-click, but worth thousands of thanks 😊
I wanted to thank everyone who helps me like this 🚀
I haven't taken any money from the platform yet, but I will use it to improve my content over time. 😊🙏🏻 Thank you all!
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-18
Do not judge according to your experience. We're all different!
⭐️ There are thousands of those who deserve to be trusted with #remotecooperation. Give it a chance and provide them with your understanding. ⭐️
*Is it difficult for you to focus at home?
It doesn’t mean others cannot focus better than in the office. 🏝
*Do you have trust issues?
The problem is not about others, but about you. 😕 (and I am sorry about your experience, but it can be fixed)
*Did you have a bad experience with a colleague?
That’s truly bad, but it doesn’t mean that everyone is not trustworthy.
*Have you heard a story about someone misusing the home office?
This is definitely NOT okay, but it doesn’t mean that everyone is like this.
*You’ve tried working from home but it is not for you?
That’s completely fine! It’s good that you had a chance to try other regimes and found out what works the best for you. But it doesn’t mean that everyone has the same experience.
👋🏻 People are different and it is okay!
Do you have misleading arguments just because of your perspective?
I understand yours and I wish people understand ours (remote workers). 🙏🏻
I wish we all were a little bit more empathetic and respectful towards each other.
Also, I hope everyone finds a way to work at their best. 🚀
Keep going.
#remotework for life
P.S. The same of course works and vice versa. If someone loves the office, it is okay too! There is no need to punish these people and tell them what to do. ✨
📸 Kazbegi, Georgia
(the photo is mine as always and I share more on my IG @samujelapryc)
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-17
Over The Oceans #008: Remote Working in 2022
Have you been inspired by remote working from anywhere? Are you afraid but you want to try? Get first hints? Join Samuela Davidova, Berlyn Decena and me joining from Vietnam, California and the Philippines.
#OverTheOceans #EnlightenedGeek
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-17
Sam's tip: How to outsource the tasks remotely? 🧐
👩🏻💻 I believe that freelancing & outsourcing will be the real "New Normal" for this decade.
Be it a graphic design, logo, copywriting, video edit, coding, pentesting... You cannot do it all.
No matter if you're a freelancer or a company, you can outsource some of the work to be done. It helps you to focus only on what truly matters and you're best at. 🚀
I've heard many great reviews and experiences with Fiverr from my friends and other fellow remote workers. You go and resolve everything from A to Z. Fiverr shows reviews, recommendations, and all the freelancers in one place. ⭐️
Check it out at https://buff.ly/3yFbTDm
And let me know in the comments your experience!
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-17
The legislation worldwide to support remote work is still past-century.
Despite the pandemic, there are many legal limitations. Nothing has changed in the past two years, but the market is drastically different.
I think that before anything changes (we know how quickly the legislative changes 😏), the workforce economy will go even further freelance & contractor-based.
I believe people will specialize and go freelancing, offering their services project-based to companies. This will help them grow even faster. They will see different infrastructures, and gain experience across the industries and companies. (Yes, you can grow and learn even when online, it's 2022. There's always a way if you really want.)
People want freedom.
They will find their way if they are smart.
And I am sure that the top talents are smart.
What are your thoughts about the future of the job market?
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-16
I believe in freedom.
So does my friend Pavol Luptak from the remote-first IT Security company Nethemba.
And they are now hiring a Mobile App Security Expert. 🚀
They do not care about how you look or where you are based. They care about your skills.
If you want to know whether you can relate to the company's mindset, you may check the following slides called "The freest company" https://lnkd.in/gPFYNtfu 😎
If interested, contact them directly by email listed in the job offer.
Feel free to share with your network and good luck to everyone! 😊
P.S. If you have or work for a remote-first company and you're hiring, let me know in the messages. If I believe in your vision, I'll be happy to share it 🚀
#mobilesecurity #remotework #remoteopportunity
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-16
"How can you focus when you have the beach right next to you? I would be 24/7 in the sea!" 🧐
I know. It may sound unreal to those who never had it...
...but look, remote workers know that they can be ANYWHERE anytime.
And if you can be truly at any place in the world, I bet you'd go somewhere where you like it 🙃
Over time, you realize that you are constantly in the environment you want and enjoy. Of course, it drives your well-being.
But one day you realize it feels truly usual.
You can go to the sea every day. You can visit the mountains tomorrow. You can fly to Vietnam, Thailand, France, or anywhere else you want today after your job is done. (As long as your visa allows 😄)
I know that at first there's this FOMO (Fear of missing out) and you wanna be in the ocean every day.
But one day, you'll get enough of your Pina Colada on the beach. 🏝 It feels great and you like it, but it's your daily bread. You will stop being worried that this will ever end because I guess you won't be willing to return to your hometown to the office.
Yes, you need to work on your willpower.
Yes, you need to be determined.
Yes, you will realize that you wanna only have work you enjoy.
But you will not have issues working because you'll feel great. And you know that you won't miss anything, because you live it. 😊
Do you have struggles working when you're at a place you like? 🧐 Let me know in the comments your experience!
📸 Shortly before the sunset @ Zen Beach, Koh Phangan, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-16
Not everyone can imagine living differently.
It's unimaginable for people to see themselves in different places, countries, companies, and relationships. It's difficult to see ourselves changed. But it's the first step toward change.
Many people cannot imagine that they would just "packed-and-go" like I did. It's perfectly understandable. Someone might dream about working on the beach, but to go alone seems far too frightening.
I just want to share today, that you are understood. I know what you go through and it is not easy. It's normal. 😌
What I want to tell is a pretty personal experience, but I will share it because I think it's important to be mentioned:
👉🏻 * People around you might discourage you and won't understand you. They won't support you in your dreams to leave. * 👈🏼
Remember:
They have good intentions. They are afraid to do it themselves. They might think it is more dangerous elsewhere and they want to keep you safe.
But they do not have the experience. They see it from their own perspective. They project their own fears through their "suggestions".
I know you may love your friends and family. I do as well.
But sadly not everyone is respectful towards others' dreams and wishes. Many relationships are conditional, one-sided, and egoistic. People might underestimate you.
So, this time, I will recommend you to share your secret wishes with someone who HAS the experience. Go and ask questions. Ask for motivation and support. You will be understood, heard, motivated, supported, and not judged.
Good intentions are fine, but they are not absolute. The experience is limited and it's normal, it cannot be otherwise. Accept that it's not finite and find yourself like-minded people with experience. Otherwise, you will never cross the limits of OTHERS because of their OPINION. But you have your own limits and they are further and it's great. Keep going.
#remotework
P.S. I do not intend to offend anyone here, but this is how it is. The advice is targeted toward particular people. I believe people want just the best for us, but they have limited experience and it's normal.
All the best to everyone.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-15
It's not just about the work week...
If I was sitting in the office in Prague from Monday to Friday, I could hardly visit these beautiful Vietnamese mountains on the weekend.
Viva #remotework for life
Have you visited Vietnam? Let me know your tips in the comments!
📸 Vietnam, Ha Giang (photo taken by me of course, as always)
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-13
I wrote a very personal article about burnout, self-care, efficiency, balance...
It's not always easy. Self-care doesn't mean laziness. Self-care is alright.
I have many friends from my previous cooperation, but...
... I also know how destructive it is when you discuss your work 24/7. When you do not live outside of it. Be aware of this.
I know the judgment for allowing some self-care. It influenced me badly. And it took me a long time to get out of it.
As a workaholic, it took me years to find some sustainable balance. Not that buzzword from the job offers, but a real balance.
Take care and enjoy the read. ☺️ 🏖️ 🌊 I hope you recharge during the weekend.
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-13
I am not a cultural fit.
I've already traveled so much and resolved so many issues on daily basis, that my world understanding cannot be similar to the people in the office. And I know that I still haven't visited anything from the perspective of many people. Also, I am young and there will be many more of the world's beauties I will see in my life.
But mainly, remote work and travels help me to gain new perspectives.
What I was told in my country that is normal, is not normal somewhere else. The cultural dogmas, traditions, or simply respect, differ from country to country.
I am proudly taking the best from each of them - exploring my surroundings, and myself. It changes me, improves me, and helps me grow. I am constantly outside of my comfort zone, even during simple day-to-day operations.
It helps me to resolve even work problems easier - I do not give up right away, I am not afraid to resolve what I haven't faced before and I see different perspectives, therefore I often find the root cause faster.
I am not a cultural fit and I will never be.
And I do not care.
I am a fit for the company culture that wants to be rich, not uniform. ✈️
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-12
Hey, Sam, but where do you pay taxes as a remote worker, huh? 🧐
First, do I pay taxes?
YES, of course.
Where?
In Georgia, the country. 🇬🇪
How much?
1%
Wut?
Read my story.
My story 👇🏻
Sam 👋🏻, Czech citizen (EU).
In Nov 2020, I moved to Georgia 🇬🇪.
* Pandemic, bad ease of travel, you know what I am talking about. I knew I will stay in Georgia for some time.
* I've created a freelance license in Georgia (individual entrepreneur) because I have usually multiple cooperations at once or do some extra side hustle.
* I've closed my license in the Czech Republic.
* In Georgia, there's a special taxation status - Small Business Status (1%) for certain areas (IT, Marketing, and others). I've applied to this one.
* I got it.
* I LIVE in Georgia, I rent a flat there, have my bank account and everything. I will apply for the residency once I'm back. I stay in Georgia for more than 183 days a year. (This is mostly the requirement to become a tax resident).
NO, you cannot "just pay taxes in Georgia" not really being there.
NO, you cannot just live nowhere for more than 183 days a year, not pay taxes anywhere. You WILL have to pay taxes somewhere.
Basically, you CAN NOT just pay taxes anywhere or you get into trouble. Most likely, your citizenship country would chase you. I do not think the systems are that advanced yet, but I believe they will be in the future and this can be checked retrospectively.
I'm the one who wants to be a good girl 👧🏻 so I spent nights on this topic and it's complicated as hell. I cannot do more than share my story/use case. It's not shared with you to judge it or whatever else. I hope this just brings thoughts to people curious about it. I write more about Georgia on my blog on Medium (/remotegirl).
❗️PLEASE, advise with your tax advisor and not with Reddit.❗️
I've decided to cover this topic because:
A. There's a popular rumor that when you're a remote worker, you don't pay taxes anywhere. And it's terribly WRONG.
B. Many people were curious.
C. Of trolls just trying to find anything against my lifestyle. (That's okay, I will never be a fit for everyone and I accept it. ❤️)
⭐️Notes:
Tax residency is not the same as permanent residency.
Google "domicile".
If it was easy, everyone would do it.
It's actually easy - pack your things and move elsewhere.
I believe in future competitiveness among jurisdictions. Read the Sovereign individual book for more thoughts on this.
#remotework for life
📸 Photo is mine, of course, beautiful Batumi, Georgia! A modern city on the Black sea seacoast.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-12
Online cooperations do not judge you. 🙏🏻
If you work online, it doesn't matter if you're tall or small. No one knows if you have acne, or not. No one cares if you are beautiful or not. Most likely people won't even know the sound of your voice or if you have an accent.
In online cooperations, you are selling your knowledge, not your face.
Thanks to remote work, I do not know what most of my colleagues look like. I know their faces on Slack, but that's it. And it makes me happy.
I do not need the judgment of my colleagues on my perfume or even gender.
I just get the job done and that's the only thing that matters.
Remote work means to me:
👉🏻 No more judgment.
👉🏻 No more worries about my daily look and appearance
👉🏻 No more stress about my environment, because I chose it myself.
I want to thank all the companies who give their colleagues the option to work remotely. ⭐️
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-12
It's hard to explain how it feels to wake up and...
...read an email from Buy Me A Coffee, that someone supports my writing! 🥹
Hey, imposter syndrome anyone?
Yes, I know, one of my latest posts hit 1 000 000 views.
I have dozens of messages aka "you motivated me to make a move" or "this is inspirational".
It's incredible. It's just so beautiful to read something like that. The feedback is incredible. (Please, send kind messages to people who motivate you!)
But...
Sometimes you still have doubts. How transparent should you be? Is it OK to say this or not?
And the feedback just reminds me to keep being authentic. ⭐️
Working on my authenticity and just to keep going the way I do. 👧🏻
Being myself, honest, open. 😊
To continue sharing my experience. 🚀
So how Buy Me a Coffee or other such platforms are different?
* It shows me that someone truly believes in me. 💔
* It makes me speechless.
* It motivates ME to keep going, writing, to do the thing.
Wanna join the ride? You can drop a few coins here: https://lnkd.in/eJM8rbtu
Thank you! 🙏🏻
#thankyou
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-12
I admit it - sometimes I'm not in the mood to dress up nicely, head to a co-working or a cafe, or wherever else.
There are the days I want to start slowly, sometimes even in bed. Then, uplifted from the delivered results, I may start moving around.
I change the environment often.
BUT
Remote work is A LOT about setting healthy boundaries with your work:
1️⃣ Have a schedule.
2️⃣ Follow it.
3️⃣ Do not open the work after you're done.
Sometimes I fail anyway, replying on Slack at night 🙂. It's okay as long as I am aware that it's not the best setup. Being cautious about oneself is essential.
I think it's fine.
Pretending we're all perfect and inhuman is idealistic.
I am truly glad that I can decide. I am grateful I am not forced to follow the stereotype. I am happy I can work here and there, simply because I know where I can deliver the results best.
Hi from the bed ~ Hanoi, Vietnam 🚀
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-11
Willing to support my writing? ⭐️🚀
If I ever motivated or inspired you to change anything about the way you approach work or mainly LIFE, I am always glad to hear your story! 😊
Now 👇🏻
Do YOU want to encourage ME to write even more and keep pushing more content, share MORE experience and tips about remote work?
You can check my dedicated Buy Me A Coffee page. It's no-commitment, one-click support that means a lot to me. You can join dozens of others who already encouraged me to keep going. Thanks to the supporters, you can enjoy every workday here on LinkedIn 1 - 5 new posts daily. And I am ready to add more. 🚀
Thank you all! ⭐️
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-11
👉🏻 Where to find remote cooperation?
I got many questions about WHERE to find the remote work. Let me share a few tips with you here! 👇🏻
1️⃣ LinkedIn - search for the job position, choose "jobs" in the left bar, and 'Remote' in the "on-site/remote" option.
2️⃣
⭐️ A. Websites dedicated to remote work, such as:
Remote OK - https://buff.ly/3JTsiXv
Angel List - https://buff.ly/2VqN4u1
No desk - https://buff.ly/2zq8IAD
We Work Remotely - https://buff.ly/2F6qNZ3
Remote co - https://buff.ly/2ZSjgoQ
Working nomads - https://buff.ly/3tDIM0u
⭐️ B. Your local job search portals. For some companies, despite offering remote work, it's just more comfortable to hire candidates with the same culture and language. Check the job portals in your country, and try to insert "remote" in the search tab. Be aware that there is a difference between hybrid, on-site, WFH, and remote work. Not all the companies mark it correctly either.
3️⃣ Directly from the remote first companies.
There's hardly anything better than if you have a love brand and work for it! Have you ever been wondering whether your favorite companies work remotely? Check their careers page to find out!
Besides, there are a few lists of the remote-first companies:
Flex jobs list - https://buff.ly/2zY5xzd
GitLab list of remote-first companies - https://buff.ly/3N1Zduo
RemoteCompany list across industries (82 companies!) - https://buff.ly/3bhgWNQ
Good luck with your job applications! What other difficulties are you facing with remote work?
Any other tips? Let me know in the comments and support the community!
📸 Me in Dubai, UAE
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-11
Remote work is not for everyone.
People see the photos of the beach and think that it's just a fairytale & fun.
But if you want to deserve remote work, you must be trustworthy, responsible, and autonomous. Always.
You must execute.
You must deliver.
You must get the damn job done even when it's sunny outside.
But what's great is that it's sunny every day. Over time, you just enjoy the environment. You are grateful and you get rid of the FOMO. You just live in the paradise you decided on and you do the job.
--
However, if you are not responsible, you won't get the opportunity.
Remote work is not about laying on the beach. It's not for lazy people who do not want to work.
It's about setting boundaries, creating schedules, and building willpower.
It's not easy.
It's not for everyone.
But it's for many of those who deserve it.
So if you dare, go for it. ✈️
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-11
Remote work hasn't changed the way I work that much.
But it changed my life.
It opened the doors to see new perspectives - of the world, of myself, and even at work.
It boosted the way I resolve problems because I understand they're not black-and-white.
It upgraded my well-being because I can easier work more relaxed, in the environment that suits me the best.
It improved the way I work, because I don't feel that pressed and stressed as when I was going to the office.
It shaped me to be even more adaptable, see the solutions where others would give up, and not shy away from complicated situations.
Look.
It's not always easy. Often, I wonder how easier it would be just to give up. Go back to my mum, or to the city where I was raised. Life would be much more comfortable to live in a country that speaks my native language.
But it's exactly this daily discomfort that I love. It reminds me that life is a way forward. It reminds me that I do not know everything. And that I have a lot to learn and this will never end.
No job offer would ever return me back to the office.
Thank you, to all the companies supporting remote work, for contributing to our growth. Because there's nothing worse than being dead while alive.
Photo: Mine. Last floor view on night Bangkok.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-11
Could we normalize remote work yet? I'm the happiest I've ever been with the best work-life balance. 🥹
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-11
Can you guess the location? 😊
#remotework for life
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-10
How long haven't you updated your CV? 🤔
I know you are happily employed. That's not the reason. 👇🏻
Go and open it and update it. What are the new tools you've used in the past months or years? What are the new skills you've learned? Write it all down. Read it all again for proofreading. Does it feel well?
Now go and update your LinkedIn profile. Nicely bring all those new skills to the bullet points. Define the achievements from the last projects.
Amazing.
It feels great to see that you keep moving, that you learn and grow. Such reminders or awareness are needed. The progress often comes unnoticed, but it improves our self-esteem and value.
Don't forget to reflect.
❤️
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-09
One doesn't fit all.
🏖️ I like remote work. Someone might not.
🏢 I do not like going to the office because of the judgments. Someone doesn't care about it and enjoys the talks in the kitchen and socialization.
👬 I prefer focusing on socialization outside of work for a better work-life balance and not to burn out (again). Someone might just live because of work and it is fine too. I understand it because I was in the same position.
☕️ Someone might like the environment of the office building where you finish your work by closing the doors of your office. I prefer choosing the environment myself - one day at home, on the other in a coworking space, and then in a cafe. I love being free to decide on where I want to work.
👧🏻 Someone might have kids at home in a small flat and cannot focus on work. Someone else might have a large flat where he has a dedicated space for work and enjoys the time saved for his family.
👉🏻 Just because you have one experience, it doesn't mean it fits everyone and IT IS OKAY.
Do not judge others for their opinion. Try to understand their perspective. The hate doesn't help anyone. Understanding does.
And now - I wish mainly the employers would understand this 👉🏻 ONE DOESN'T FIT ALL. Give people the opportunity to decide. Listen to their needs and let them work at their best. ⭐️
What is your ideal work setup? Let me know in the comments! 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-09
What are the companies offering remote work you know? 🤔
Tag them in the comments to help candidates interested in remote work to check their future employer! ✈️
#sharingiscaring
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-09
I do not have to aim for specialized knowledge. I aim for specific knowledge & authenticity. ⭐️
I see people pushing us to go deep into one topic. But it feels super frightening when you do not know what exactly you'd love to go with. And you know what? I think it's perfectly fine.
I stopped being worried that I'm not enough because I have more general, overview knowledge among departments. I take the best from my past experience in different fields and bring it together to IT, or content creating. And it's perfectly fine and normal. So you are.
I do not believe that being another specialist in a one-and-only specific technical area is the only and right way.
I believe in getting SPECIFIC knowledge, that will be authentic and unique for ourselves.
What do I mean?
👉🏻 Each of us has a different past experience.
👉🏻 Each of us has been influenced by a different cultural environment.
👉🏻 Each of us has a specific skill set and talents and it's perfectly fine!
So, instead of following a path of thousands...
... I go and seek the right path of my own!
Here's how 👇🏻
☑️ I aim to understand myself better. I reflect, I meditate, I observe.
☑️ I try out new things to find out what I like and I haven't know it yet.
☑️ I invest more time & energy into myself. I aim for more balance, relaxation, and well-being because only in a relaxed state, I can be easier myself.
What are your thoughts on this topic? Is it more about being yourself, being a specialist, or being a generalist? Let me know in the comments! I will await your thoughts!
Have a lovely week.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-09
Recruiter: So, you can come to our office, right?
Me: What? Your job offer and company culture page state that you offer remote work.
Recruiter: Yes, but it's nice to see each other from time to time...
Me: So you do not offer remote work?
Recruiter: Well yes, we have one colleague who works in a city 100 kilometers from us, so he works remotely. Where are you?
Me: I am a few thousands of kilometers from you right now...
Silence.
Me: Good luck. And please, if you want to meet someone in the office, then it's called "hybrid" cooperation, not remote work.
Look, remote work is not a buzzword to add to your careers page. It seriously changes the options in one's life. Please, use it wisely and be honest. You will save the time for both 😊
Have an amazing week and viva #remotework 🎉
Photo: Ko Samui, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-06
✈️ My top 5 most favorite places for Remote Work so far ✈️
🇬🇪 Tbilisi, Georgia 🇬🇪
A very western place full of fancy newly opened cafes, restaurants, and a highly expanding expat community thanks to its favorable taxation became my home in November 2020. The incredibly beautiful nature of Georgia makes it a beautiful and cheap place to live. 🌳 A great and quick connectivity to Turkey and UAE which are great transportation hubs.
🏙 Bangkok, Thailand 🏙
Bangkok is an amazing hub for everything. It's easy to orient, English-speaking, with (almost) everything you think of. The variety is one of the key things that surprised me. Of course, it's easy to find great value vs. price ratio spots there. Fancy living in a condo with a pool & gym for ~ 550 USD / month for a one-month contract? No problem.
🏝 Ko Samui / Koh Phangan islands, Thailand🏝
Endless beaches, scooter rides, waterfalls, good internet, Thai massage around the corner, cheap & beautiful accommodation, tasty food... Enough said. 🙃
🌊 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands 🌊
Working regular transportation across the island (compared to e.g. La Palma), good internet connectivity, and endless summer. I also loved that within a few minutes of a hike you're lost in nature. There are many beautiful viewpoints around the city. Definitely head to a hike after work to see the sunset. I recommend the Canarian islands or Georgia if you want to be close to Europe.
🌉 Lisbon, Portugal 🌉
My biggest surprise of 2021 - Lisboa. Amazing transportation, beautiful sunsets, incredible vibe, great expat communities. It's a very multicultural English-speaking hub. Nice architecture, and sunshine. It comes at affordable pricing. It's cheaper than other European locations. Sadly, I haven't made it to other Portuguese cities. Minus - cold ocean to swim 🙈
📸 Photo: Ko Samui, Thailand, April 2022
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-06
Almost like the office 🥱🍹
📸 Ko Samui, Thailand 👋🏻
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-06
A few weeks ago I run into Adam Nawarycz here on LinkedIn from inhire.io - a Polish tech job portal. I honestly enjoy the listing clarity and the UX there.
⭐️ What's the most important is that you can choose the "remote cooperation" option when browsing the job offers. ⭐️
The guys have just published a new report showing the current salaries across the industry. I enjoy these listings and checking such data just to be aware of the industry standards. I thought it might become handy, so let me share it with you :) 👇🏻
P.S. I was honestly surprised by how many hyped remote-first companies are located in Poland! Many job offers are in English, so you do not have to worry if you are not Polish. Viva 2022 & #remotework 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-06
There were days of helplessness in my life. I didn't have any hopes that my life could ever go better.
I know some may say ‘Why are you showing the palms here? What value does it bring?’
If you have a great life or have already worked-and-travel, you may not understand.
But some people are not satisfied with their life. And they do not see other perspectives on what is possible to achieve. They do not see that it's possible to work & live differently. 🙌
And, I seriously get messages from people that sharing my perspective helps them to feel understood. Just because they start believing it is possible. They know it's doable even for them. It gives them hope that they can live differently. 🙇🏻
I do not intend to offend anyone here by me sharing my remote work experience, views, and insights. 🙏🏻
I know that there are people who want to work in the office and totally respect it. It’s great. 🙇🏻
What I try to show is that it can be done differently. I want people to rethink their lives because what’s obvious to one seems impossible to another.
I believe showing opportunities that life brings is valuable. Not everyone can think of them. And if you did - you're lucky! And I am happy for you.
So I will just keep doing it on my profile and I won't give up.
👉🏻 I want society to normalize remote work because if one person is lazy, it's not the case for thousands of others. People do their job at home and we saw it in the past two years.
👉🏻 I want people to get hope that they can live better. They can take their lives into their hands and see the opportunities the world brings.
👉🏻 I want people to know about the struggles that come with remote work. It's difficult, sometimes stressful, and mainly responsible. It is not for everyone and there are many things I wish I knew earlier.
I will keep going. And I will send this post to those who will ask me if I believe that sharing my perspective brings value.
I wish the best of life and freedom to everyone. Have a lovely day today.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-05
⭐️ An article read tip ⭐️
Our attention is priceless and it is always challenged. It's been a few years since I have all the notifications off. Yet, even I admit that I get distracted often. So, this article became handy since it offers a nice guideline to improve our attention.
I've created a habit of taking notes from articles & book reading, so here you have my favorite takeaways:
There are three steps to the Attention Diet:
- Correctly identify nutritious information and relationships.
- Cut out the junk information and relationships.
- Cultivate habits of deeper focus and a longer attention span.
“Nutritious connections are people/groups whom you have frequent face-to-face contact with and/or a lot of mutual trusts who make you feel better and help you grow.”
“Nutritious information is information that is reliable, helpful, and likely important (i.e., it affects you and others in significant ways). Nutritious information is long-form, analytical, and encourages deep engagement and extended thought.”
So, my may challenge will be to improve my attention here. Are you joining me?
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-05
I will never be back.
Once you work remotely, you cannot go back to the nine-to-five in the office.
After two years of working remotely ONLY, I do not understand a single point of commuting in the morning to the office. I do not understand the point of distraction. I do not understand it at all.
I don't say it's good or bad. It's just not for me.
I have many colleagues who have kids at home and who are enjoying going to the office a few times a month or a week, to change their environment. They do not have such a flexible lifestyle as I do and it's fine. They're happily at one place and sometimes they enjoy going and chat&work in the office. That's amazing!
I respect the needs of my colleagues who enjoy working from the office. The company respects their needs too and rents office space for them, adding a coffee machine and fridge for more comfort. The company also pays an office manager and electricity and high-speed internet, desks, chairs and all these things. Beautiful!
I do not ask for any of these.
I only ask for the respect of remote workers.
I ask companies to allow more people to live their best life and do their best work.
Thanks to all those who are already doing it 🖤
#remotework
📷 Me at Ko Samui island, Thailand
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-04
How I started working remotely?
No, I am not a programmer and I was not always in IT.
Years ago, I took my work with me even as an Event Manager or Public Relations Assistant. It’s been two and half years now since I work in IT. Now I have an analytical role, but I started as a Support Girl. It wasn’t as easy as you might think.
I can see that people often do not know how they can start or if they can do their job remotely. Often, I identify ways to do it. It’s possible with most the professions if you really want.
However, freelancing is the best way to begin. Is there any specific knowledge you may share with others? Great. Is there a specific problem you can resolve for others? Cool! Pick your niche and keep going.
Remote work for life.
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-04
It seems I will finally make use of some of my studies knowledge. 🙃
Back in 2019, I joined FAMU international - the #7 best film academy in the world. 🎉
For years, I wanted to become a film production manager. However, joining the academic one-year international program AFTER working in the event management for a while wasn't much worth it. I was used to being responsible for 120+ people & $500k turnover in a week at the events, not working with the students. 😏
The academic atmosphere was lovely. It gave me the perspective of how to work with zero budget and international teams. How to organize everything in the film industry in a field where you don't know anything.
It was of great help now, when I've decided to take a few short videos about me, relocation to Georgia, and remote work.
Here we go with a first quick shot - a little introduction about me, especially to those who do not know me yet. 🎉
Let me know in the comments what are the topics you might be interested in 😊
P.S. I've realized that I do not want to spend my whole life at work and that I want to constantly learn, that's why I decided to change my career back then and join IT :)
P.P.S. I know it is far from perfect, but every positive feedback is very motivating to me! Of course, good advice is also welcome :) Thank you so much. And, sharing with your friends, who might be interested in the topics will be more than appreciated!
Cheers! This is me :)
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-04
🙏🏻 It's great to see 50+ reactions on a comment under a post that hates remote work.
The post was about work from home killing your career. It was saying people who work from home are done. They have zero ambitions and they won't move anywhere.
So let me make it clear:
✅ Working remotely I changed my job a year ago and worked on various projects.
✅ Working remotely, I've learned to use dozens of new tools for my work.
✅ Working remotely, I saved a lot of time on commuting (let's say about 500 hours❗️ in two years) which I invested in my knowledge development
🟰 Working remotely I improved my career and knowledge.
On the contrary, it improves my efficiency, well-being, and work-life balance (because I know my boundaries).
But mainly, this benefit is not about work.
It's about life.
It allows me to live much better and fully.
I will never go back to the office. ✈️
#remotework for life.
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-04
I am shocked to see how many people text me that they cannot wait to change their job and go elsewhere to work remotely. As I do.
What fascinates me, even more, is that these people, who are obviously valuable to their companies, shy away from discussing their desires with the management. They don't go and say "Look, I do not want to go to the office anymore".
Instead, they just leave.
And it seems companies do not care about the reasoning.
They keep losing people and resources that could be used more wisely. Instead, they waste time & lots of money on hiring someone else. Months of needed education.
Obviously, it's still better than just "to care". And mainly, than to allow people, who are not necessarily required to be on-site (e.g. cashier), to work remotely.
Dear companies, you do not understand that it's not just some work benefit.
Remote work changes your life.
It allows you to travel the world.
It allows you to get to know the world.
And it allows you to get to know us better. And we want to grow and improve. To bring even more value to you.
Huge thanks to every company that allows its people to work remotely if they want. ❤️
#remotework #digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-03
Show me your workstation for today in the comments! 👇🏻
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-03
A message to those employers who don't and won't offer remote work:
We do not care. Just be clear about your statement. Write it proudly in your job offer to not waste the time of the candidates.
We are not losing and we won't be changing your requirements.
It's not either remote or maybe I will change my mind.
Or do you believe I will pack, and move back to the city where I was raised and stay there till the end of my days? 🙂 Back to the comfort that wasn't moving me anywhere? Would I go back and gave up the opportunity to live anywhere in the world 365 days a year? Do you truly believe that because of your incredible job offer, I would give up life at the ocean one day and in the mountains on the another? Do you think I would come back to the office with people I haven't decided on?
Well...
No. 🙃
All the remote workers do not need you if you do not offer remote work. And we won't change our minds. We won't change our LIFE to fit your job offer. It's much more about the mindset that is changed once and forever. And you cannot go back.
If you do not offer remote work, that's fine.
But stop targeting us.
Enjoy your candidate search, but do not count on us ❤️
Photo: mine from Dubai
#remotework #digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-02
💻 IT is not just coding AKA why you should try to enter IT even when you do not want to code 👇🏻
In the IT industry, many positions do not include coding AT ALL. Yes, in some positions, it's beneficial to have a basic understanding of the code (syntax, structure, logic). It's also great if you are willing to learn some scripting basics to be able to automate some of the tasks. But this is far from obligatory. ☺️
Do not forget, that every IT company has many departments that do not require coding, such as:
💰 Accounting
💸 Finance
🏢 Sales
💝 Marketing
📦 Logistics
☎️ Support (the tech knowledge requirements will depend on the position, but you shouldn't be coding)
👩🏻 HR
👨🏻 Project Management
And many others!
So, what is important and beneficial when you want to enter the IT field?
✔️ Be willing to work with Technologies. It's great if you check some basics of computer science or if you go through some introductory seminar on the field of your company. I recommend KhanAcademy for the general basics, EDx for the Computer Science basics, and YouTube for more specialized courses in the required area. However, I guess no one expects you to be a prof in Tech from Day 1. It's very difficult and the efforts are appreciated.
✔️ Be willing to LEARN. IT is an ever-changing field and there will always be something new. Even in Marketing, Sales, or HR, you will have to understand what your company does and what its clients need.
✔️ Be willing to ASK questions. The field is wide and deep. You will NEVER know everything. Be fine with being a beginner again. Ask. Forget your ego at home :)
I entered IT from Event Management more than 2 years ago and I know that there's still a long run to go. It's an incredibly wide and deep field and it's not just "I work in IT". There are dozens of sub-fields you can enter. I take it positively - it's an exciting opportunity to learn and grow!
Have you joined IT directly after school? Or, have you transited from another field? What was the most frightening for you at the beginning? Let me know in the comments!
Samuela Davidová
2022-05-02
Monday morning breakfast & tea spot to get ready for work 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻 wait for it 😍
#remotework perks
Instead of exhausting holidays planning for months or years, you may just pack your things and go. Because you can - your work is on your computer.
Have an amazing work week ✈️
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-29
😬 5 key fears of remote working and how they can be prevented or resolved if you will work on them internally 🥳:
👉🏻 Lack of work-life boundaries (52%) - try to set up clean working hours for people. Talk to people more often about their work-life balance, and how they manage it. How about hiring a company therapist / coach who would help people with setting their boundaries?
👉🏻 Loss of community with colleagues - solution: improvement of internal communication, company events.
👉🏻 Collaboration - make sure your internal communication is well set & you have communication tools that support it.
👉🏻 Less compensation - this is so SAD someone even thinks about this. As a company / manager, you may reassure your people about this point.
👉🏻 Reduced focus on employee well-being - Obviously people are afraid of being judged for being at home. Stop behaving to them as if they were not working. Appreciate their efforts. Listen to them & talk to them. Again, make sure they have boundaries. Be there for your people. Show that you care. ❤️
Thoughts? Anything you'd add?
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-29
- You wanna work remotely so that you can wake up at 11AM, right?
- What? 👀
I do not understand how this is connected, but it seems this is a very common haters' argument.
🛏️ Personally, I try to wake up at around 7 AM. There are periods when I wake up at 9 AM, and then when I wake up at 5 AM. And it's none of your business.
🌃 Some people prefer working at night (I sometimes also love it and I am preparing this post at 2.15 AM my local time now). And some people love waking up early.
☀️ If you are an early bird, it doesn't make you a better human, or "more" than the others. This only shows your lack of respect for others.
💻 When people are waking up is not connected to whether they work remotely or not. And it doesn't have an effect on their work, as long as they are RESPONSIBLE and fulfill their work tasks. They know what works the best for them.
It might be connected to a flexible work time option, however. I believe that late-nighters who can work from home must feel better because others don't make them feel ashamed of coming later. They can also sleep an extra hour without commuting.
👉🏻 Please, stop judging others.
Remote work means a lot of willpower and is not easy. It means many struggles and problems on the way. It means also being often far from your family and friends.
What we can do is find respect for each other.
I believe in freedom of decision.
Let others decide what works for them.
⭐️ Let your people work at their best. ⭐️
>> I understand that this might only take my energy, so I won't continue on this against-remote-work-haters topic. I will bring some interesting insights from the remote work experience instead. ❤️
🖼️ The photo is mine. It's a morning sunrise in Prague. Back from 2020.
#remotework #digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-28
The older I get the more I get skeptical about schools. This is exactly the reason 😥 I am sorry but the wasted time & money at universities make me truly frustrated.
What do I wish to improve at high school and above?
👉🏻 More practical courses / people from real-life, companies presenting day-to-day cases. (I know this is already happening)
👉🏻 More personalization - many programs are set. But one doesn't fit all.
👉🏻 At least one real-life subject with valuable information many adults do not have a clue about.
E.g., the risk of debts, how does the mortgage work, how money work, what is inflation/deflation, the worth of work, how to open a company / start freelancing in the given country, what are the conditions for this, family-related topic, negotiation, how relationships work (men vs. women situation understanding), getting ready for the interview, how to write a business email, introduction to cryptocurrencies, time-management...
So much to mention here! I have never been told any of these things at school and I wish I changed this awareness with one of the content-based projects I plan to launch this year. ✈️
Do you agree / disagree? Is there anything you'd add?
The meme has been stolen from the internet 😏
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-28
How to improve TRUST in the job application process from both sides 👇🏻
⭐️ 5 practical reminders & tips ⭐️
As a candidate, one can boost their trustworthiness by:
👉🏻Improve the design of your CV - 💡 try Canva or Word templates
👉🏻Write a custom targeting cover letter / job offer reaction that suits the given company & position
👉🏻Asking for endorsement on the LI profile
👉🏻Asking for references on the LI profile or PDF to be attached to the CV
👉🏻Getting professional certifications
(Any other thoughts? Share in the comments, please.)
But hey, companies are not very transparent here. 😾
If you are looking for people who you want to trust, you should also be trustworthy.
You want to work with amazing candidates, but they should also be willing to work with YOU.
👉🏻 Do not lie to people. Would it be okay if they lied about their experiences?
👉🏻 Do not use "buzzwords". Be clear about your statements, to not be misunderstood.
👉🏻 Do not use strings. It's not "remote, BUT...", "flexible, BUT...",...
👉🏻 Do not try to look fancy. We're not teenagers anymore. Be yourself.
👉🏻 Do not make it look better than it is. Be clear about what people will do. Express your expectations. (This is very important and I notice it's often missing.)
Photo: Nikita Derzavin, Prague 2020
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-28
This morning I opened the map, picked a random place on the island (waterfall), and got there in 12 minutes on my scooter. 🛵
An amazing spot for the morning meditation before starting my work today. Isn't it?
It brought me to two key thoughts:
First:
Why would I stay in Central Europe all year, working in the office, when… I can be here? (And most jobs can be done remotely today…)
(and NO, sorry, your holidays twice a year are not comparable to doing this randomly in the morning whenever you want.)
Second:
Companies talking about work-life balance, not allowing you to work remotely, are bull💩ing.
I hope you jump into today full of energy and that you'll allow yourself to recharge more often than just on the weekend 💫
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-27
💡 What is what: On-site vs. work-from-home vs. Remote Work💡
Seems some people got confused. And, some recruiters want to blindly attract talents, but for something, that isn't real.
Please, don't. Learn the difference and be clear and stay trustworthy. Thank you!
Here we go 👇🏻
On-site X WFH X Remote Work
👉🏻 "On-site" = You require people to be in the office or the place of work.
👉🏻 "Work-from-home" (WFH) = People can work from their home in the same country, you may require them from time to time to come to the office (to be specified).
👉🏻 "Remote work" = You do not care where your people do the work. You care about them doing the work that must be done. People can be anywhere in the world.
Would you add anything else to the description? I tried to keep it short 😏
Let me know if the comments and if anything else seems confusing to you.
📸 Photo: Sending greetings from sunny Koh Phangan, Thailand.
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-27
✈️ Performing Remote Work in Bangkok, Thailand vs. Dubai, UAE ✈️
💰 Cost: Thailand is about 1/2 to 1/3 the cost of Prague. Dubai is about double Prague prices for the accommodation, the rest depends (taxi is cheaper, food varies). If you live in Bangkok with $1000, you have a king's life. You couldn't survive in Dubai for this amount unless you shared a room in some remote area.
🌳 Thailand is greener. Dubai is very artificial. That's not very surprising, but it's uplifting to be surrounded by natural parks.
💅🏻 Leisure time: Much cheaper in Thailand. Thailand is much better / more interesting / has much more to offer. Dubai gets boring after the first month.
🚓 Both are safe and more or less clean. Dubai is cleaner.
🚘 Connection in both cities is amazing. The public transport is great. Taxi in both countries are cheap and comfortable, Thailand is cheaper, but Dubai is not that expensive.
🚰 In both places it's recommended to buy bottled water, which I find frustrating. However, it's only because I got used to the tap water in CZ / GE.
🤵🏼 Hospitality in Dubai is great. But in Thailand, it is honest & good too.
🗣️ Both countries are OK with English. Dubai is more comfortable in this case - everyone speaks well mostly.
Overall personal score:
🏜️ Dubai, UAE - great for a month, business networking, it is closer to Europe (if needed), it'd a great winter shelter with amazing weather, good hospitality. Life there is organized, safe, and simple. I love it for its clean beaches, great service, and warm weather. I can imagine the cooperation with Dubai companies.
🏙️ Bangkok, Thailand - amazing price vs. value ratio. It's green, honest, hospitable. It makes me feel free & alive. It's very western, with a lot of services available.
Please note, that this comparison is based solely on my personal experience and you may have different. If so, it's great. Please, share it in the comments, I will be glad to get a new perspective.
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-26
Thank you, that you care, Iva Tošovská ❤️
How to feel heard in a company, even when you're all apart thousands of kilometers?
There's always a way - to resolve everything - if you want.
There are many people who complain about company culture on remote. They say it's impossible, or simply too difficult or whatever. They point out to the remote workers that they kill the vibe.
And then, there are capable HR who just work it out, like Iva Tošovská.
She doesn't complain. I cannot imagine she would pushed the management to ask dozens of people at Trustsoft who live around the world, to come to the office tomorrow because of improving company culture.
She just does the thing.
She asks what would improve our impression from work. She asks what's important to us. She asks what worries us and how we see our personal development.
Once in a few months (plus of course, she's for us here every day), she makes a company check and listens / read.
Thank you.
It feels great to be heard. ❤️
And what do your People colleagues do for you? How do you work on the company culture in your company? How do you manage it with the remote cooperations?
#remotework #hr
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-26
👀 Interesting research into people's work preferences & their relationship to remote work & worries (and my add-on on how to fight the worries about remote work ✈️)
29% of employees are likely to switch employers if a full-time on-site work policy is required.
44% of people also lack a clear vision of the post-pandemic work.
People hope the most for better work-life balance (51%) and more flexibility (49%). All this is far before career development opportunity (36%) 😶
(honestly, even I, an ambitious person who wants to develop a lot, agree).
I should also mention people's fears of remote working, which are perfectly listed in the study - and that can be resolved if you will work on them internally 🥳:
👉🏻 Lack of work-life boundaries (52%) - try to set up clean working hours for people. Talk to people more often about their work-life balance, and how they manage it. How about hiring a company therapist / coach who would help people with setting their boundaries?
👉🏻 Loss of community with colleagues - solution: improvement of internal communication, company events.
👉🏻 Collaboration - make sure your internal communication is well set & you have communication tools that support it.
👉🏻 Less compensation - this is so SAD someone even thinks about this. As a company / manager, you may reassure your people about this point.
👉🏻 Reduced focus on employee well-being - Obviously people are afraid of being judged for being at home. Stop behaving to them as if they were not working. Appreciate their efforts. Listen to them & talk to them. Again, make sure they have boundaries. Be there for your people. Show that you care. ❤️
Thoughts? Anything you'd add?
#remotework #research
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-26
Stop overusing "remote work" as another buzzword.
What remote work is NOT:
- You can work from home one/twice/whatever a week.
- You must come to the office for the meetings.
- You must come to the office when we need it.
- You must work at the client's site twice a week.
- You must go to the meeting in person.
Dear recruiters, learn the difference.
👉🏻 "On-site" = You require people to be in the office or the place of work.
👉🏻 "Work-from-home" (WFH) = People can work from their home in the same country, you may require them from time to time to come to the office (to be specified).
👉🏻 "Remote work" = You do not care where your people do the work. You care about them doing the work that must be done.
Remote work also doesn't automatically mean "flexible time".
👉🏻 Flexible time for me means truly flexible. I noticed some companies mention it, but then, there are some strings. Like your super flexibility means that you can start your work between 7.30 AM and 9.45 AM office-local-time 😄
Let's make it better, please.
Agreed?
P.S. Yes, I am really tired of all these 'super amazing job offers' that are different than they seem. I am happy at my current job, but I know many people are facing this. Also, many recruiters waste their time when offering me their "20% remote work" job offers.
#remotework #makeitbetter #betterhr #digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-26
Heading to the islands AKA making use of the time shift to make it before my colleagues wake up 🙃
Oh, what you said? That travels to a different timezone may be problematic for work? 👀👀👀
Well... No? Or are you asking other candidates when they fall asleep and judging them too?
Stop making pressure on remote workers and start celebrating responsibility and trust at work ❤️
#remotework for life
Proudly part of Trustsoft
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-25
What does a remote worker's Monday look like? 👀
How to benefit from the time zone shift like a master? 😎
Hi from Bangkok 👋🏻
And how was yours Monday morning? Let me know in the comments 😊
#remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-25
Are your job offers still attractive today? 🧐
Dear job recruiters, it's 2022. And surprise or not, your job offers are not relevant to many people anymore. 👎🏻
My name is Sam. 👋🏻
I am young and ambitious. 👧🏻
However, I fortunately already got to the point when I realized that there's not only work in our lives. And, that if I want to do my job well, I have to understand what brings me joy to recharge accordingly. So I know it. And I won't go back and cross my boundaries anymore. No more burnouts, thanks. 🌴
⭐️ Quick characteristics? ⭐️
☑️ I moved away from the country where I was born
☑️ I interrupted engineering studies because haven't been bringing value
☑️ I am 1/2 in crypto
☑️ I do full remote flexible cooperations ONLY that bring joy to me & strive to do them great & to bring new perspectives
☑️ I travel the world whenever I want without impacting negatively the work outcome (to the contrary, actually).
And now, read your job offer again.
🤔 5 weeks of holidays? I don't need holidays, I need trust, freedom & flexibility. I recharge regularly, not once a year. I want to remain sane <3
🤔 3 sick days? Well, thank you, that you are also a human being. Does this have to be defined?
🤔 Gym card? No, thanks, I travel the world. Can you just give me more $$ to decide on what I will spend them on?
🤔 Modern office? How about a special allowance for the co-working spaces instead?
🤔 Company cafe points? ... Seriously?
Yes, I know.
Some people want all the benefits you offer. Same as other hundreds of companies do. It's fine.
And then, there are thousands of talented people, to whom you are totally irrelevant and uninteresting.
We won't be adjusting our lives to fit your office.
Photo: 2 weeks ago my accommodation & outside "home-office" view @ Krabi, Thailand 👋🏻
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-25
Surprise for the haters of remote work for today!
People who work remotely also work 😱
Yes. It's breathtaking. Seriously. How is it possible?
Well, because if they wouldn't work, they... wouldn't have remote work anymore 🤪
🤦🏻♀️
What's your favorite haters' opinion you've heard?
Viva remote work & all the companies that are not babysitting their people ❤️
The photo is from beautiful Bangkok, Thailand - Lumphini Park. (Taken by me as all other photos on my profile).
#remotework #digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-22
I will try it again 🙃 There's no 50% remote and 50% on-site.
No. That's 50% work-from-home and 50% office.
So, what is remote work then?
I'll try to explain it with this photo (and I will keep it for future references).
✈️ Remote work is...
...when I can pack at midnight and leave one way to the other side of the world with my work without having to ask anyone.
...when I am responsible for the jet lag and for the timezone shift and I can handle it myself without making drama about it.
...when I can live at the seaside whenever I want. Or in the mountains. Or capital cities. Many of them. Anytime.
...when I can enjoy the sunsets in Thailand, Canaries, or Mexico, and it doesn't make any difference to my work.
...when no one is babysitting me about how much time have I already spent in the office this week. (Guys how exactly are you doing your 30:70 models? Do you have an excel sheet for this?)
...when my colleagues do not tell me stories about the benefits of when they can "simply move their chair to me" because they respect me, my time, and focus.
...when you can take a photo like I did after your work is done, despite most of your colleagues sitting thousands of kilometers from you. And this is not any special day photo. This is my life. Every. Single. Day. The way I want it.
I will never ever go to the office anymore because I would be pushed to go.
I believe in the freedom to decide.
I am already grown up. I know what works for me better than the companies I work for. I do not need to be told how much I should spend commuting, or when can I go to the toilet.
Please, stop disrespecting people and give them the opportunity to decide.
Some colleagues might appreciate going to the office to socialize or change the environment. That's great. Let them go.
But it's not one-fits-all.
Give people the opportunity to decide.
And remember what remote work means.
Thanks.
P.S. Stop offering me "20% remote" and other BS. 🤦 💆🏻♀️
Photo is from Krabi, Thailand.
#remotework #digitalnomad #workbalance #lifebalance #balance #healthylife
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-21
✨ Obsession with an organized life & work 🧹 ✨
I was NEVER obsessed with organization. I mostly worked alone so the only person who had to understand my documents and notes was ME. But in reality, without any system, even I was lost in it. 🙈
I was often overwhelmed with tasks. I didn't know what to start with. The easiest way out of this is to be in a clean environment and to write down a list of priorities. You gotta be clear about what to do first and what's important. And you don't want to be distracted.
How can you postpone that ONE THING in an empty or a clean room?
Get rid of unnecessary distractions yourself. You can make it much easier not to get distracted. 💡
Do not bring the argument with strengthening the willpower. You can improve your will by waking up early, writing a diary, or going to the gym. There's no need to push yourself to resist something you have directly around you. It takes too much unnecessary energy.
Do things the easier way. ⭐️
Keep it simple.
Be clear about what you want and what are your priorities.
I do not think all this is easy. I am still sometimes fighting the priorities. I connect it all here because I believe this lifestyle is a complex thing. One is connected with another. It's been a long way that took me years to understand all this. And I am incredibly glad for this 5-years-long transformation that led me to a more organized life. Surprisingly, it brings me more freedom. I do not waste time on useless things anymore.
What does your table look like now? 🙃 Would you share a photo in the comments? Can you work, uninterrupted, in the chaos? Let me know your insights!
P.S. Please, no judgments of anyone. We're all in our own way 🙏🏻
#organized #lifestyle #worktable #table #clean #keepitclear #keepitsimple #simplicity
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-20
Will this be enough to stop getting the on-site job offers?
I am getting helpless.
I will keep it on my profile for a while and see. 😄
I am just trying to be respectful towards the time of recruiters who waste their energy on sending me pointless job offers with "20% home office".
God bless that at Trustsoft, we are remote-first. 🙏🏻 However, we also have a beautiful office for those who want to go there. This allows me and my colleagues to work at our best. Thank you, team!
#remotework #digitalnomad #itanalyst #remotefirst
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-20
5 reasons why is LinkedIn my favorite social media (for posting) & how to see it from a different perspective 👇🏻
1️⃣ It's easy to stand out
>> Be clear about your niche. Create your own original content. Connect with people from the same industry / who might be interested in the topic.
Personally, I find LinkedIn pretty easy to stand out. If you create your own content (not just resharing posts of others), but you bring value to the community, you might easily get connected with more like-minded people.
2️⃣ The topics are usually professional
>> I love the topic of work. It's easy to surround oneself with content that can bring new insights, valuable information, or knowledge. The community is professional and the conversations feel valuable and beneficial.
3️⃣ You choose your environment clearly
>> Yes, people can follow me without being connected with me. However, I can easily choose with whom I want to be connected. And, by creating related content, like-minded people get to you themselves. If you want to enter a new field, you can easily find people from that industry here.
4️⃣ Quality - Not stupid content
>> I can see that through quality content, I get the organic reach of like-minded people. To reach this, I do not have to create stupid TikTok-alike videos 👌
5️⃣ Long-term content & connection work pays off
>> If you work long-term on quality content and if you connect with relevant people, it can open new doors in your career in the future. Also, it improves your socialization - you may connect with more like-minded people here.
Have I missed something? What's your reason for LinkedIn? What do you enjoy about it the most? Let me know in the comments, I'll be happy to discuss it with you!
#linkedin #connect #rethink
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-19
Why I don't do intentional networking anymore?
3 tips on what to do instead (no matter where you are). ⭐️
Typical networking was possibly great years ago when I wanted to meet random people across industries. Of course, it's nice to socialize with others and spend some time outside. It's great to meet "some new people".
However, today, I consider it to be mostly a waste of time. 😔
Yes, there's a certain probability that you meet someone from your industry or with the same hobbies, but often, you end up on a small talk about the weather and politics. 🥴 You received ten new business cards? Congratulations. 😮💨
What do I suggest instead?
👉🏻 Express yourself on related social media (LinkedIn in the first place :). The more I express, the more like-minded people contact me! Despite being thousands of kilometers apart, I e-met dozens of new interesting people in the past year and a half. Some of them, I met later in person during my travels too.
👉🏻 Find more focused groups. Be it a hobby or the same industry, it will be much more enriching for you. In the "worst case", you meet people with the same hobby or work problems. Find these people on LinkedIn (search for the same profession, try to contact them yourself), or very well work the Facebook Groups or Discord servers.
👉🏻 Socialize offline if possible and if you're willing to. How to do that, especially if you're abroad? If you're staying longer, you may find some specialized courses or seminars and meet people there. Expert groups also organize one-time events or regular meetups related to the industry. Where to find it? Check Facebook Events or MeetUps website. Don't forget to insert the right city you're looking for.
Are you going to the networking events? Feel free to disagree! I will be glad to read your perspective in the comments.
📍Bangkok, Thailand
#networking #digitalnomad #remotework #network
Samuela Davidová
2022-04-13
Why do I enjoy tidying myself and how does it affect my work?
I know I could hire a cleaning lady for less than $5 an hour to do the work for me. It’s definitely meaningful to outsource the activities we don’t enjoy. However, I like tidying. It doesn’t take much time and it makes me think about other things. I often get interesting ideas while doing something like it, or I listen to some podcast.
However, how is tidying connected with my work, and why it's important?
1. A clean surrounding doesn’t take me away from my work. When we want to procrastinate, it’s simple to start cleaning the table or doing anything else with the things around. If there’s nothing to take in your hands, the only thing you're left with is to do that work you postpone.
2. It’s a habit. I have a clean home, my workspace, but also I organize my work clearly so that it could be handed over anytime. I create sufficient documentation from what I’ve learned, and I take notes. A lot of notes.
3. I know where everything belongs. When you outsource it, it might take you extra time to find it. All things should have their own given space. Manage your space by categories. It helps you to find things and to save time.
While decluttering your surroundings, you declutter your mind as well. 🙌
A book about tidying that truly changed my approach and life is "The Life-Changing Magic Of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art Of Decluttering And Organizing".
Do you enjoy tidying and are you doing it yourself? Is your workspace clean? How does the environment affect you?
P.S. I hope you like my office suit.
#workspace #clean #habits
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Samuela Davidová
2022-04-13
Isn't it obvious from my profile that I am a remote worker?
I am a very respectful person (or at least I try hard to be). And it always makes me very sad when I get job offers from recruiters, to find out a few messages later the job is either in a hybrid or on-site mode.
Remote condition is crucial. Once a person works like this (because of one own will), they most likely won't ever be willing to go back to the office.
It's like if one person wanted a life-long relationship and the other not. It won't be a fit.
If you are unwilling to change your conditions, we, remote workers, just do not care about you.
Please, do not waste your time, and at least check if a person is a remote worker or not. Be relevant.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-31
What do I love about IT? That I'll never know everything and I will never have enough of it.
Every day you face new problems, search for new information and learn something new. You constantly broaden your skills, awareness, and capabilities. And this growth is endless.
You gotta fight your ego and admit that you will never know everything about the field. It's impossible.
But that's exactly what I find so attractive about IT/it :).
IT is not just programming. There are many other roles, ranging from business development to sales or project management. No matter your age, gender, or race.
If you ever wanted to join the IT world, go for it today. Take a chance to explore this endless, constantly evolving field.
It's been 28 months since I've entered my first IT role as a Support Girl at DataPacket.com. I promptly broaden my awareness of the field. And the journey is exciting ever since. It's been one of the best decisions in my life. Now, it's been almost a year since I joined Trustsoft and it pushes me to face new challenges every day.
Thanks to everyone who trusted in me and gave me a chance to keep going. Thanks for opening the doors to me. I'll never forget.
The field offers a lot of self-actualization and self-expression to everyone who is driven and ready to learn. The benefits are amazing - I've never had so much freedom while working. Hope it's fine to express this load of gratefulness.
What do you love about your field? 😊
P.S. We're still lacking a .NET developer & Cloud DevOps Engineer! Remote-first 🚀
#womenintech #itindustry #hiring
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-28
Office for this week - check. ✅
#remotework #digitalnomad
Thank you for the opportunity to work from the places where I feel the best, Trustsoft & Lukas Pour 🚀 AWS Cloud Architect.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-25
Being able to relocate oneself as a skill?
I've never thought of it as a strength. Though, I realize that most people just don't dare to pack one's thing and move to a different country. I believe many don't realize the true struggle behind such a step.
Why do I think it could have its place even in the CV? (Especially if one is lacking some skills, or it could be mentioned on the interview?)
1. The person is not afraid of making decisions and accepts responsibility for them.
2. The person has the courage, mostly even to speak up that they don't like something (there will be a certain motivation behind the relocation).
3. The person is flexible enough, able of information gathering, and easier orientation in a new environment.
I admire everyone who ever relocated to another country. Especially when they haven't known anyone there, nor the language. I know what it's about - I went through the same. However, I was free to decide.
See the strengths in people that they might don't notice themselves.
How do you perceive this ability to set up one's life abroad?
#rethink
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-25
Digital Nomad Hype about Thailand. Is it really worth it?
Thailand is among the #1 places recommended on NomadList throughout the year. It's been just a few months since it's open for foreign travelers, making it attractive to digital nomads again. Under current conditions, you must request the Thaipass well in advance - about 3 to 7 working days before the planned travel. There's one-day quarantine required in a special health-security-compliant hotel, which is a perfect opportunity for a jet leg sleep anyway :)
Since I was curious about what's the hype about, I've decided to check it out on my own.
TL;DR: It's definitely worth it!
Top 5 key highlights why believe Thailand is a good-to-go place for you if you work remotely:
1. Good internet connection even in remote areas.
2. Price/value ratio is incredible. Fancy renting a full villa with a pool for 20$/night? Here you go. The prices outside of Bangkok are crazily low. You get a very good value for what you pay for.
3. Amazing food & fresh fruits & gyms and pools as a standard - to stay in shape and eat well is very easy here, for a fraction of the price. Supermarkets are also full of special protein products. Plus, of course, hiking in the nature around is not only uplifting, calming, and recharging, but it's good exercise too.
4. People - Locals are incredibly kind and friendly. In need of a different mentality? Go with the Digital Nomad communities. Wanna network or join some coworking group? One of the best places on earth to make new like-minded friends is here.
5. Amazing nature to fully recharge, with a working infrastructure. In the capital city, you find everything you need. Remote places are accustomed to tourists, so you don't have to worry about the necessities you're used to.
If you ever wanted to visit the place, but you were tired of the tourists, now is the time to go. The places are abandoned and the weather will be good for another month and a half. Then, more rains are expected, so you can move to Bali or Vietnam, which are nearby.
P.S. I know, there's much more - cheap and great massages, incredible beaches, and fancy cafes with a good internet connection. :) Is there anything particular you'd be interested in? Share it in the comments, I'll be happy to create a post about it!
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-24
10 steps to regain focus on work 👇🏻
I've gathered the top 10 things that work for me. Working under nowadays stress is difficult. Overwhelmed by tons of information, we can barely focus on anything else. However, hope some of the following tips help you!
1. Turn off the tabs on your browser you don’t need for work
2. If you can, turn off your internet
3. Turn off your phones, not being available24/7 is fine
4. Restrict access to messengers
5. Allow yourself access to news in restricted time after work.
6. Get some mindfulness before or during work - deep breathing, meditation, instrument playing. Anything, that helps you to be mindful.
7. Co-work or sync: Go to a co-working space or sync with your colleagues.
8. Discuss priorities with the team. Write a to-do list. Identify the next steps you need to take.
9. Take care of yourself - eat and sleep well.
10. Get holidays if you feel like it.
Is there anything you'd add?
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-24
📕 Sam's Book tip #2: The Sovereign Individual: Mastering the Transition to the Information Age
https://buff.ly/3BR8Bwv
📖 The Sovereign Individual: Mastering the Transition to the Information Age 📖
Despite being written back in 1997, the book is a very interesting future prediction. It talks about the current trends. Making us realize the changes happening & highly-probable future trends can be a great eye-opener for our future business and life targeting. It makes you rethink your presence, time, plans, and beliefs about the world. I love books that make me question myself and this is one of them. 🚀
⭐️ My rating: 9/10
👌 Tip: Don't read right after another history book (I read it after Sapiens and it was sometimes monotonous)
🙌 Some of the many good quotes from the book: 🙌
"It was not uncommon in the industrial era, for example, to find firms spending lavishly on office furnishings, club memberships, and other perks that could be enjoyed by management but that might not have generated a direct return to investors. In a complicated business, it was impossible to easily monitor from the outside which overhead expenditures were essential and which were indulgences for the employees. It was also difficult to prevent a sometimes considerable fraction of corporate employees from shirking. The fact that it was technologically difficult to monitor performance made large middle management necessary, and at the same time made it difficult to monitor the monitors.
These conditions all contributed to what became known as "organizational slack," a term coined in 1963 by Richard Cyert and James March in A Behavioral Theory of the Firm. Careful examination suggested that numerous real firms were underperforming their potential substantially."
"Whether you produce results or not, the pay is the same.
Whether you work hard or not, the pay is the same.
Whether you care or not, the pay is the same. Chris Dray"
""That is not my job" was a widely heard slogan that underscored the "organizational slack" of the Industrial Age. Everyone's job was precisely defined in terms of stereotyped tasks that were not to be trespassed upon, however much that might improve productivity. Each employee in the corporate bureaucracy was hired according to "qualifications" deemed likely to predict performance in his specific function. With few exceptions, everyone was paid based upon a job classification, with more or less uniform pay throughout the organization. Because specific performance in the administrative hierarchies of Big Business often went unmeasured, as in-state bureaucracies, work proceeded at a leisurely pace. So while the firm did capture the scale economies of mass production, it did so at the cost of other inefficiencies."
Link for the book: https://buff.ly/3BR8Bwv
Have you read Sovereign Individual? Insights? Opinions? Anything similar you'd recommend? Share your tips in the comments!
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-23
🔐 Cybersecurity full-remote opportunity 🔐
Mobile App Security Expert is needed for a Slovak-based remote-first company Nethemba.
Freedom at work first. It doesn't matter where you're from, what sex you are, or how you look like.
It's possible to start immediately.
See the requirements in the attachment if you're the right fit.
#hiring #cybersecurity #cybersecurityjobs #jobs #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-23
Is a different time zone really a problem?
Often I notice the argument that the candidate is in a different time zone than the rest of the team.
Does it really make a difference?
I’m currently in a time zone of +6 hours compared to our office. I thought I’ll be working after my lunch when the team gets together. However, since I’m more efficient when everyone sleeps, I work at the time of my morning. I attend all the meetings as needed. I use the different time zone as a competitive advantage to work at my best. Uninterrupted and more efficient. So, is this really a problem?
No.
If I had to work strictly from 9 to 5, I’d just adjust my life schedule accordingly. Everything has a solution. #eventmanagementforlife
Do you want to argue with the cultural fit? I’m far from being a typical Czech despite being native. Different culture broadens your perspective and shows your weak sides to bring your product to the next level. Yes, it’s often unpleasant to see so it’s just better to create an echo room.
What else to do then?
See the globe as an opportunity. Take advantage of the competitive recruitment market. Find the best talents around the globe and let them work at their best.
It’s never black and white. I’d appreciate it if we stopped comparing each other according to our passport issuer.
I am more than open to your opinions on what's the reasoning behind this "different time zone" argument. Please, share your thoughts in the comments.
Hi from magical Thailand.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-22
I reflect often. Every day, week, month, twice a year.
I question my priorities.
And I write down new insights and I read them all over again.
All this helps me to stay on track.
Reflections are what truly boost me and help me to move forward faster and in the right direction.
Question everything.
First-principles. Why are you doing the things you are doing? Are you still on track with where have you wanted to head? Is everything you do on the path you want? What is the thing you can start doing right now and it will be no loss?
💡What helps me to move faster and better? Lately, I identified 3 key things: 💡
⭐️ Solutions in a dialog. When I was reflecting alone, it wasn't of much help. I figured out the solution, but slowly. If I consult one of my wise close people, the growth is much faster.
⭐️ Surrounding myself with people who are also working on themselves, and reflecting.
⭐️ Carefully choosing the information resources. I started reading books again and I read at least 1 book per week. Plus, I found interesting blogs, and interviews that help me keep going. I've decided to share the insight of the best reads here for you to get interesting insights as well. I'll add some quotes and a little TL;DR. I've realized that the mental progress I made during 6 weeks of reading is the same I made in 1 year of traveling. Read. And be aware of what information you consume.
What helps you to keep going? Share your insights in the comments, please.
If you wish to motivate me to write more, please support me at BuyMeACoffe. It means a lot to me. You can proceed at https://buff.ly/3rHcWPn
Thank you so much! 🙏🏻
Photo is from my regular walks and street-cat pet-time :)
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-21
10 steps for a long-term freedom creation 👇🏻
(Be ready to escape.)
1. Mindset - Global opportunist. Be ready to leave your comfort zone. Quit the addictions. Resolve our own problems. Mature. Be ready for change. Take action. Improve your problem-solving.
2. Resolve the tax residency and documents - Lower your expenses. Get financial literacy. Get a second passport and other residencies.
3. Skills - Overcome the mainstream. Know the basics to survive. First aid. Responsibility. Cooking. Self-defense. Laundry - in your hand too. Work on yourself. Know your value, strengths, and weaknesses.
4. Flexible time&place work. Create multiple income options (3-5). Know your priorities and planning. Have a vision. Bring value. Be irreplaceable.
5. Cash - Have multiple bank accounts in many currencies and different countries. Be in crypto. I recommend 3+ accounts.
6. Be informed - Know where to find information. Get a good awareness and understanding of the world. Know the most suitable places for you (see NomadList). Check where you can get from your location and also what’s the fastest way to get to the other side of the world. Check the visa requirements everywhere.
7. Know yourself - Understand your needs, and priorities. Acknowledge it. Accept yourself. When in a stressful situation, you’ll know how to act. And - get those extensive medical checks you’re postponing for so long too.
8. Get rid of things - Our emotional addition to things and the materialistic world can hold us back. Keep only what brings you true joy (I talk about honest excitement only, not emotional fulfillment of emptiness).
9. Hobbies & Habits for well-being. Do what can be done everywhere. It means zero limitations and brings much faster mental recovery than when you’re attached to something physical.
10. Health insurance - Get yourself global private health insurance. I pay $30 per month for global health insurance working everywhere (except for the US).
P.S. Download multiple VPNs in case you ended up in a country blocking certain content + keep the communication safe.
If you find my content helpful, you can support me at BuyMeACoffee - https://buff.ly/3rHcWPn
No-commitment, one-click. Your support helps me to keep writing and boosts my motivation incredibly. It means a lot to me - it's incredible feedback for me, that you see value in my posts. Thank you.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-21
Working on the beach is a rumor. True digital nomads live in a villa with a pool and good internet connection.
Cheers from Thailand. No filter needed.
#digitalnomad #remotework #workfromhome
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-18
"Nothing has served me better in life than continuous learning."
An inspirational speech of Charlie Munger. It's one of my best 44 minutes spent this year so far.
Enjoy the weekend!
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-18
Loss of certainty
I realized I believed in stability through things and events around.
I believed that my home is certain. I believed the relationship is certain. I believed the support of others is certain. I forgot it’s just the illusion we’re creating. We can’t ever assume that anything is certain. It’s not. Predicting the future or our expectations is what creates our personal crisis and disappointment.
Luckily, I was aware of this fact before. So, I’ve been working on creating stability through myself. Yes, we need to fulfill that feeling of community, that we belong somewhere. However, if you create a strong, bold base within yourself, you’re much more powerful than someone lacking it with a community that may ruin. You may lose everything in life but you can’t ever lose yourself.
After this quick temporary disillusionment, I’ve started focusing again not on possible scenarios, but decision making. Taking the steps is a great, strong, and empowering action that creates action. It’s reassuring yourself. You can manage everything in life as you ALWAYS did. Your potential temporary weak points are temporary.
Continuos work on one-self is the most powerful tool you have. Building strong self-awareness about yourself, your actions and your mind/thoughts is essential. Rather than anxious punishment, it’s the full self-acceptance that will keep you alive.
Know who you are.
Be there for yourself.
This is the best you can do right now.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-17
📕 Sam's Book tip #1: The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: A Guide to Wealth and Happiness
https://buff.ly/3t0jfgu
One of my 2022 resolution was to start reading again. One book per week. There are books that take me two to three weeks to read (Sovereign Individual, Sapiens). Then there are the weeks when I easily read three books per week.
I admit that I see incredible progress created by constant reading. I can say that the way books pushed me ahead in 6 weeks - that's the progress I've created in one YEAR with traveling. Traveling gives you new perspective, understanding, and knowledge, so do the books. So, let's go for it.
📖 The Almanack of Naval Ravikant 📖
So far, this is one of the best books I've ever read. It covers wealth, leverage, priorities, philosophy, values, skills... Tons of wisdom on a few pages. The book makes you search for additional information, reread the pages, and fall in love with reading and action. 📕 🚀
My rating: 10/10 (one of the best reads so far)
Some of the hundreds of favorite quotes from the book:
"Value your time at an hourly rate, and ruthlessly spend to save time at that rate. You will never be worth more than you think you’re worth."
"My number one priority in life, above my happiness, above my family, above my work, is my own health. It starts with my physical health. Second, it’s my mental health. Third, it’s my spiritual health. Then, it’s my family’s health. Then, it’s my family’s well-being. After that, I can go out and do whatever I need to do with the rest of the world."
Link for the book: https://buff.ly/3t0jfgu
Have you read it? Insights? Opinions? Anything similar you'd recommend? Share your tips in the comments!
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-17
It's 9 AM local time.
I have a relaxed morning with meditation, at the gym in the house, and book reading at the pool. I don't have to stress out because I have time. My colleagues in Europe are still sleeping deeply.
I go back to the apartment to start my work. No one is interrupting me on Slack or email. I do my job much more efficiently and most of my tasks are done before everyone wakes up.
The team gets online by 3 or 4 PM. We have a quick sync call to stay on track. We define our next steps and priorities. I go with the flow and finish the tasks needed.
Then I go to the pool again to mentally recharge a little. I enjoy the daylight by a nice walk around, I explore the new city a little. Then, it's yoga time in one of the best studios in the town on the 32nd floor with an incredible view. I go back home, order some local food that is being prepared while I jump back into my work.
Remote work condition changes your life. It enables you to live a life with much more opportunities while doing the work at your best.
I don't understand why people today still believe that the office is a MUST. It's a nice-to-have. But if you will force everyone to work like a robot, from 9 to 5 in the environment YOU created for YOUR comfort - these people cannot fulfill their potential ever.
Working through anxiety vs. working through pleasure.
You decide.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-16
I called my mum.
‘Hey, what if I moved to Georgia?’
‘Say what?’
‘Yeah, I mean Georgia, the country I’ve always wanted to visit.’
‘Oh come on, just stay here, no need to complicate things.’
‘Actually, I’ve already decided. I mean, it totally makes sense. Great food, nature, Russian language I want to improve anyway. Also, it should be cheaper than here. The things I’m doing now — I can do them anywhere else in the world. Why should I be staying here?’
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It's been a while since I wrote about how I packed my things one day, gave notice from my flat, and took a one-way ticket to the country I've never been to. If you missed this article, here you are 👇🏻.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-14
Reevaluating my content commitment.
At the beginning of the month, I've created my Buy Me A Coffee page - https://buff.ly/3rHcWPn. I've realized that I'm seriously spending a lot of time on content creation and I want to bring more value to people who are following me. Every time someone submitted a 'coffee' (5EUR) to me, it gave me incredible power to me. Thank you. I haven't expected that it can mean so much.
I've also created a welcome post - https://buff.ly/3va4Fpj
I publicly shared my content goals and what I am planning to do.
I've promised to share:
* 1+post daily Mo-Fr on LI,
* 1 post daily on IG,
* 2 blog posts on Medium Blog weekly.
And...
I MADE IT!
After certain evaluation, I've decided to:
* LI - post 1+ posts daily. Share more inspiring insights, practical tips, wisdom, worth-reading book references, and game-changing blog posts. Stay tuned - more to come in the next month.
* IG - https://buff.ly/3t1VlRJ - I seriously sat down, edited HUNDREDS of photos, and prepared interesting photos & inspiring or valuable descriptions. Most of my latest posts are a gallery (carrousel) with up to 10 photos each.
* Blog - I reevaluated to be one+ longer post in two weeks. I've realized that the blog posts are very long and require more insights. I usually do extensive research or reading to create one blog post. My latest essays were the result of tons of new inspiration. I first must consume content myself to create a unique blog post. I try to bring more value or let people rethink their dogmas. It's not something that is doable twice a week and requires more time.
Meanwhile, I continue working on my projects in progress. I outsourced the design because I've realized I must focus on the content, doing, and strategy. I read A LOT as a part of the preparation and I daily realize how much is ahead before I want to launch it. Therefore, it goes a little slower than I anticipated.
If you wish to support my writing and activities, please proceed at https://buff.ly/3rHcWPn
My March 2022 goal is to make 200 EUR with my writing activities. It means even more effort. Thanks for helping me grow!
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-14
I'm grateful I can decide on a safe workplace that drives me for better results.
Escaping a stressful environment helped me to relax more. A relaxed and calm state makes me work better & more focused.
Why the conventional belief is that first, we have to work to be satisfied later? How about being satisfied from work and after work too?
I'm well aware of the temporariness of our being. I don't find any meaningful reason today to pointlessly suffer in order to fulfill someone else's egoistic desires for shadowing our work.
Trust and responsibility in the work environment are keys for a well-being boost. Freedom as the best benefit I could ever get.
Saying hi from Thailand.
#remotework #digitalnomad #workfromanywhere
P.S. We're #hiring, send me a DM if you want to join a successful journey in the cloud environment.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-09
Working in these times is difficult. It's much harder to focus. Do you feel the same?
What helps me is to change the environment. To deliver a good job, I must feel safe first. Overthinking possible events in uncertain places kills my focus and attention.
I changed my environment lately, moving a few thousand kilometers further for a while.
Yes, changes are stressful too. However, you can adapt pretty quickly. Staying in a stressful environment makes you inefficient and feel bad.
On contrary, going to a new place brings new perspectives and vibe.
Do you know the frustration of walking the same streets again? Living the stereotype? Forgetting about what day it is? Well, this is something I do not miss.
I'm truly grateful for all the companies offering flexible conditions. Remote work for life.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-08
I am glad to be a woman ❤️
Sometimes it’s tiring having to prove myself, my strengths, and my capabilities.
But when you're a capable human being, you do not have to worry about respect or opportunities. People understand quickly your worth.
I am grateful to everyone who trusted me and gave me a chance - to enter event management or IT. I'm proudly one of the very few women in the tech teams today. I was able to manage hundreds of people at a very your age and I coped with it with grace. However, without previously showing some responsibility, accountability, and trustworthiness, I would hardly have such a chance.
I do not care about gender much, nor do I care about nationality. These are things we haven’t chosen and haven’t decided on.
What you can do is to empower yourself and show everyone your worth, no matter whether you’re a boy or girl; American, European, or Asian.
Do not get drowned in self-pity and categorization. Acknowledge the opportunities and do your best.
I was raised more likely like a guy - I was told to be strong, and independent, to manage problem-solving. However, I accepted my role as a woman. And I love it.
I still have a lot to learn - it’s difficult for me to be vulnerable sometimes or to trust others.
All in progress. I enjoy the role and love everyone accepting me the way I am. No matter where I come from.
Happy Women's Day to everyone. Enjoy yourself.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-08
"To get what you want, deserve what you want. Trust, success, and admiration are earned."
A nice distraction read for today. 🙏🏻
Hope it brings you some inspiration and nice insights.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-08
The uncertainty is frightening.
But having flexible work makes me less worried.
I haven't felt very comfortable in Georgia considering the current situation, so I took the first plane and left the country a few days ago. I send you greetings from Dubai. I'm so incredibly grateful for this opportunity I have.
Of course - remote work means you must be an independent and responsible person. You deliver your work. You keep going.
However, it also means that if you don't feel safe or comfortable at the place you're staying, you're not worried about losing your income. "Just pack&go" sounds easy, but it's not. I am happy that my work conditions don't add up any more pressure on the decision-making.
Creating long-term freedom for ourselves can be an efficient tool of how to live a calmer and happier life. We cannot affect the external events (Stoicism for life), however, when you feel more certainty through the actions you control, it makes you feel more confident.
P.S. We're hiring Cloud & Linux Engineers, a Junior HR team member, or Java Full Stack professional at Trustsoft. 📈 Autonomy, trust, and flexibility included. DM me for more info.
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-07
Would you recognize phishing?
The attacks seem more and more advanced and sophisticated. You do not have to be a master in tech to understand most of today's vulnerabilities. These emails or messages are attacking our trust in institutions and lack of focus. Be aware and read twice before replying.
What I feel the worst about is that obviously, the data are leaking from the Thai immigration office for the travelers. 🥲
#cybersecurity #phishing
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-06
‘There’s no war’ starter pack
(Thank you, правительство России for the inspiration)
1. Prohibit calling the war - ‘war’.
2. Arrest thousands of people (9k+ for now).
3. Prohibit sharing anything that is not in accordance with the governmental narrative, if failing, make people face 15 years in jail.
4. Block or force self-censorship on all the opposition media.
5. Prohibit going to the streets to protest (because then people understand they’re not alone and that might hurt your plan). Call an organization supporting the protests ‘extremist’. Everyone going to the streets to gather is now an ‘extremist’ as well and will be jailed for 5 years.
6. Control all the information spread. Visit and arrest at home those opposing your narrative.
I cannot imagine this North Korea alike information ban. You would be scrolling your feed (as long as the app will be working before being blocked too), where would be nothing. In the best case, you’d saw a dog of your friend at 2 PM at the main squares today ;)
I am grateful for being born in a free country and for all the freedom I have.
The photo is from Kyiv, August 2018, Independence square. Sadly, I cannot find my photos from Russia.
#propaganda
Samuela Davidová
2022-03-01
Bringing the freedom of speech and protests in Russia into context
👉🏻 The elections are not much of the elections as we know them in the west. (Do you know that popular joke that the most dangerous occupation in Russia is to be the opposition politician?)
👉🏻 If you do not agree with something, you cannot really express it. If arrested, the police can check your phone, messages, to find any proof against you.
👉🏻I t is prohibited to organize, join, or promote the protests. That’s why people don’t take any flags with themselves or there are not many fancy photos of the large crowds from the protests. Any participation is prohibited. By joining the protest, you face the possibility of getting arrested, fined, and imprisoned. AND you may lose your job, or your kids will be kicked from the school.
If you are fighting against getting arrested (you touch someone from OMON), you get imprisoned for 5 years. Yes. 5 years.
There are special cars in Russia for 'zakluchenych' - arrested people, called 'Avtozak'. Not sure about the story behind this name, but I guess it comes from the ‘car for arrested people’.
👉🏻 Propaganda - there’s crazy governmental propaganda. To bring the illusion that the TV views have a choice, you HAVE multiple channels, but they all reside in the same building and are guided by the government.
Also, the government has announced, that it’s prohibited for media to call this ’special military operation’ a ‘war’. If you do so, you will face fines and you will be blocked.
Social media - Despite being founded by Pavol Durov, the popular social network Vkontakte (VK) provides the access to the government.
From what I’ve understood, there is a limitation of the traffic on other social media - for Twitter, and newly also Facebook / IG. It’s a good strategy to move people elsewhere - you do not want to wait for the load of the page for a day and night. However, many people are afraid that social media will be blocked. Also, Pavol Durov has announced, that possibly, they will block the access to Telegram in UA and RU because of a load of propagandistic fake news in certain channels there.
I want to thank everyone in Russia who expresses their несоглашение. Спасибо всем кто выходит, кто делится информацией. Это очень важно.
Я хочу добавить только то, что эта несвобода слова для нас всех в Европе трудна себе представить. Это не норм. Еще раз. Это не норм. Но вы в этом живете уже так долго что вы этого не замечаете.
Сочувствую.
(TL;DR in EN: I thank everyone who is going to the streets. The lack of freedom in Russia is not something 'normal'.)
#нетвойне
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-27
🧘🏻♀️10 tips to fight stress today & how to work with it at our workplace🧘🏻♀️
I've just listened to a webinar with psychotherapist Marina Volkova from Ясно, an online therapist service. I've translated the key insights to English for you and your friends so that you can solve the stress better today. Please share with everyone to whom it might help.
1️⃣ Your feelings, emotions, and worries are 100% valid. The way you feel is normal. Acknowledge your emotions.
2️⃣ Do not punish yourself. Have you eaten chocolate only all day? Or for breakfast? Do you lack motivation? Are you constantly distracted? All these are okay reactions and there's no need to feel bad about it.
3️⃣ Focus on what you can change - what you have control of. You can control your reactions.
4️⃣ Scrolling news is in fact bad for us. It gives us a fake illusion that we have control over the events. In reality, it makes us much more stressed, which creates a loop: stress > desire to be in control and to know what is happening > checking news > more stress. Stop yourself from scrolling it. Be strict about this. Turn it off. Now.
5️⃣ Start any activity that occupies your body and mind: go for a walk, start cleaning your house or even paint the walls. Move your energy to anything creative, express yourself via it. Do some physical activity. Sport works perfectly. Do yoga. Meditate. It helps you to release stress.
6️⃣ Socialize. Talk to people, anyone. You are not alone in the situation. Spend time with your family and your loved ones. However, talking with just anyone will be helpful to you.
7️⃣ Continue with your regime. Continue working. Schedule your tasks. Get back on track. Action creates action.
8️⃣ Create yourself a "detox space" without the news. Create a separate time with the news and without it.
9️⃣ Managers at work, do not pretend nothing is happening. People have problems focusing and delivering the same results as before and it's totally normal. Everyone is stressed about the situation. Acknowledge it. Support your co-workers if needed, offer help, or talk.
🔟 Managers, plan the next clear steps at work. The pressure is huge for people. Provide priorities, more stability, and vision.
Is there anything else you’d love to add?
Please, if you have any serious concerns, don't hesitate and contact your therapist. You are never alone.
📸 The photo is from my trip to Kyiv in August 2018.
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-26
Local Hackers Telegram Group
- *a girl is joining in*
- ...
- *the girl writes a post, offering her help.*
- I do not think we have time for scammers.
- *a girl is kicked out of the group*
Well, guys, surprise!
It's 2022 and there are girls who work in IT and are willing to help in the cybersecurity field 🤪
#cybersecurity #womenintech
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-26
Georgian hackers group shut down the Chechen government website and is working on shutting down the Russian disinformation websites. 🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪
You may ask if I joined them :)
Well, sadly the communication is complicated - the language barrier is too high, but I offered my help for some analytic work if they needed it. If you are Georgian and want to join, hit me up to DM to share with you the link to their Telegram. However, I guess you can find it yourself ;)
What are you doing on the weekend? :)))
#cybersecurity
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-25
Hey, IT world, Ukraine needs your help! 🇺🇦🙏🏻
#TechForUkraine
If you have free capacities, please, check the link and submit your company! Share with your friends or colleagues who might be able to help. 🙏🏻
Examples of areas in which you can help:
✅ Improving Cybersecurity
✅ Safe Messaging
✅ Redundancy of the IT services
✅ Better data-based decisions
✅ Improving the donations system
And much more!
Please, companies from the #tech - let's do what we know the best. The time is now.
#cybersecurity #help #ukraine
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-25
🚀 Where to find remote work? 7 websites to check out! #sharingiscaring #remotework
I've decided to share with you the websites where you can find remote work cooperation. There are many of you who keep asking, so I've decided to make it public!
Note, that the remote work market is pretty competitive. However, if you try it and get that job, it may change your life for the better. There might be also some remote work listings in your country, which might be easier to start with.
Enough words.
Let's go!
🌎 Global:
RemoteOK: https://buff.ly/3JTsiXv - remote work listing founded by the NomadList founder
Angel List - https://buff.ly/2VqN4u1 - list of remote opportunities in key global startups
Remoters - https://buff.ly/2Lyq1Xl
Startus - https://buff.ly/2pYbI1p - the website is listing the startup jobs opportunities, however, many progressive startups went remote, so you have higher chances that you run into a remote offer.
No desk - https://buff.ly/3HeoIVO - remote jobs listing
Remotive - https://buff.ly/2WBL9OW
LinkedIn - many
🇨🇿 CZ (but often in EN):
StartUpJobs - https://buff.ly/3HdgSfk - StartUpJobs offers the "Remote work" option in the "Location" search. The number of remote cooperations are rising in the past months. Some of the offers are for English-speaking people, so you can try to give it a shot even when you're outside of the Czech market!
What's your favorite website to search for a remote job? Share your tips in the comments!
If the post helped you share it with your friends, colleagues, or HR team to submit the remote work options they have :)
Thank you!
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-24
3 things I LOVE about my work for Trustsoft
1️⃣ Flexibility. I work remotely and flexibly. I can work & travel with no difference for my work results. My team knows I am responsible and that I deliver what I promise so it doesn't make any difference whether I sit in the office or 3000 km from it.
2️⃣ Autonomy and growth opportunities - a culture based on trust with professional team members is a MUST! I've learned so much in 9+ months and I know that there's a lot more space to grow. I have a supportive team, however, I have enough autonomy to feel self-actualization.
3️⃣ Accessibility to tons of new tech and industry overviews. The agency environment has the serious benefit of seeing how things work outside of your office. You understand different infrastructure, use cases, and technologies in a fraction of time. If you wanted to learn so much, you should be changing your job every few months.
What do you love about your job, cooperation, or work? How is it moving you ahead or what it gives you?
If you're looking for a job, we're hiring! Send me a message with your CV, I'll be happy to discuss options privately.
#hiring
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-23
A week or two ago I got the courage to say out loud that I need support. I created my Buy Me a Coffee profile (@remotegirl) at https://buff.ly/3rHcWPn
It also made me committed to writing and publishing more often.
However, I haven't expected what will happen with the first supporter.
Once I get my first email notification, I was happily jumping around the flat like crazy. And then there was another and another...
I was crying. Seriously crying. But it was that happiness crying. I was incredibly grateful for everyone who supported me.
I've realized, that it's not about money. But it means incredible feedback to me. It means that it matters to people and that people want to support me. It means that I bring value and that the time spent on what I'm doing matters.
For this month, I truly wish to get 5 more "coffees" (I call it "books" in my case). It's just an objective personal "goal", but it means a lot to me. If you want to take part and support my journey, you can do so at https://buff.ly/3rHcWPn
I've decided on the BuyMeACoffee platform because it's no commitment, one-click, and no-registration. I respect everyone who makes this effort and supports me and I want it to be as effortless as possible.
I love what am I doing. Thank you all for your support. It helps me to keep going.
Well and now, it's time to work & write again :) 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-23
Make yourself a priority. #reminder #wellbeing
I used to work 16-20 hours a day. #freelancer #eventmanager life
Burnout was a question of time. It doesn't matter if you're young or old. Your limits are closer than you think. And you don't want to get there.
Work is important. Our career is important.
For some, it's a question of self-actualization. For the others, it's a matter of financial sufficiency or even survival.
However, we can run a marathon only for a limited time.
If there's no you, then there's no work done.
If you overwork, you will have to rest twice as much longer. Can you afford not to work for that long?
⭐️ What you can do right now ⭐️
* No more overtime.
* Set your boundaries with work. Don't work after work.
* Turn off the notifications after your work time.
* Plan a hobby activity for every day after work, so that there's something that takes you 100% from the workspace you enjoy.
* Breath in, breath out. A one-minute meditation and off time is better than none.
#recharge #wellbeing #balance #worklifebalance #timeoff
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Samuela Davidová
2022-02-22
10 Takeaways from working on my own projects.
1/ Motivation is a buzzword. Just go and do that thing. You know what to do.
2/ I don’t trust you that you really wanna do it if you sit on the sofa and complain. I know, you’re afraid. But you cannot understand the consequences of your steps unless you make them.
3/ Don’t resolve problems that haven’t arisen yet. lol. I mean we truly do this. You think of what can happen if… and how you’ll resolve it. No. Solve only problems that exist once they are here. Everything else is a waste of energy.
4/ Trust others. Let them express. Don’t micromanage. Provide as clear a description as needed of what you want.
5/ Don’t outsource unless you know what you want. Others won’t resolve vision on your behalf.
6/ Time is your friend. Do things now. There’s no time to wait. Maybe someone is working on the same thing right now. Get up and work.
7/ Everything besides action is pointless.
8/ Details don’t matter at the beginning. Launch. Don’t waste your time on the minorities. Focus on priorities. What are the necessary things you need to do right NOW to deliver something that brings value?
9/ Add on later. Deliver some value first.
10/ Define everything as clearly as you can. No matter how silly it might sound. Just define it and if you’re not happy with it, adjust it later. Don’t overthink whether it’s good or bad at first. Just do it, begin. Write it down, be specific. Revise it later.
Anything you'd added on?
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#worktips #takeaways #sharingiscaring
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-21
Working table, sofa, or bed today? 😄
What I love about working at home (or anywhere I want), is that I can choose my workspace every hour according to how I feel.
Oh, and no make-up required! (I guess it's hard to imagine the relief for men.)
Where will you work this week? :)
I hope I get some seaside photos in the comments. 😎 🌊
#workspace #flexibility #wfh #remotework #digitalnomad
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Samuela Davidová
2022-02-20
A thought for the next week: - Behave to others the way you want them to behave to you. 😊
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Keeping this constantly in mind improved my approach to others, boosted my kindness, or pushed me to communicate more clearly.
What's a thought that changed your approach recently?
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-18
No one needs you to reply to your work emails during holidays.
Remain offline when off the work.
Remove Slack from your phone.
Remove the work email.
Don't open them from your browser 😏.
You don't have to be online on LI either.
Being active at work while requesting an offline time doesn't make you a hero. No one wants you to work when you're meant to recharge. Your colleagues, your team, your company need you to be fresh.
So get some good rest. Go fully offline. Read a paper book. Find activities that help you to recharge properly (no, social media are not the thing). Try new things to explore new hobbies.
But mainly, create for yourself a sustainable continuous regime that will help you to be productive through the year. The price for burnout is too high.
Balance in everything.
#balance #timeoff #holidays #recharge
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Samuela Davidová
2022-02-17
We were all beginners once.
I meet only two types of people:
👉🏻 Those who know that career is an endless path. These people usually offer welcoming help, let you ask questions, and are willing to guide you when you're lost.
👉🏻 Superior people who show you they're more than you are. You're nothing compared to them and they make you know well.
I find it truly beneficial to be in a work environment where colleagues see each other as team members, not an enemy. Why compete, when we can collaborate? You may have more hard skills, but the new team member is crazily willing to learn and has strong soft skills. Even if you were a genius, you may lack the communication skills you need to communicate with the client.
To harvest one day, we must begin first. We all were beginners and it was difficult. When someone offered us a helping hand, we truly appreciated it. There's no shortcut, but the hard work. The beginning can be so frustrating. You know how much is ahead and you often underestimate yourself. However, you have the mind of a student. You're curious and active. Just keep going and you get there. And, find yourself such an entry-level job that will be supportive on your way. It's important to have enough autonomy, support, and space to grow and improve. 📈
What was your experience on your career path? Did you have supportive colleagues and teams? Or, were you all alone?
#growth #beginning #learn #keepgoing
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Samuela Davidová
2022-02-16
Cybersec fellows entering the field can relate 😏.
#cybersecurity #entrylevel
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-16
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-16
Work starter pack 🚀
Share with me what you NEED to start your workday?
Our worktable definitely changed during the last two years. We created our workspace around the world, at home, at the beach bar. What's the must to make you start your work, no matter where you are?
Mine:
1. Paper notebook. I love notes and having work organized. I write down the next priorities, what to do, or the notes from the meeting. I have a special folder in Apple Notes for work. But sometimes it's great to take a pen and write down/draw ideas on paper to see them more clearly.
2. Cup of green or black tea. I cut the coffee two years ago. I didn't like the caffeine crash it had. Tea keeps me awakened. It contains less caffeine and lasts longer.
3. Environment. Clean table & my deep-work playlist are a must. I'm still gathering some new music tips, so if you have your own playlist, feel free to share!
When I feel a little laziness, I remember, that the worst is to BEGIN. Just keep doing and it will pass. It's amazing to get to the deep work vibe when you're the most efficient. Don't let yourself disturb by anything. Just keep going.
What works for you? What does your starter pack look like?
#work #starterpack #morning
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Samuela Davidová
2022-02-14
There are those days when you just want to stay in the bed.
I agree, it's not the perfect workplace. However, we all ever had this mood.
There's great news: you can (if you have WFH or remote work benefit).
Last week, I enjoyed working at a hotel in Gudauri, the Caucasus mountains. Evening spa, skiing during the day, ready breakfast. Oh, those perks of flexible work conditions. 😊
What's your workspace for today?
#remotework #digitalnomad #flexibility #benefits #workplace #workspace
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-14
📈📞Getting ready for the interview about my experience at Trustsoft with Sabrina Harisová ✍🏻 copywriter, writer, marketer!
You can look forward to an article about the transition from Event Management to the IT world, or a random decision to relocate and work fully remotely.
Do you know what's a favorite hobby of a workaholic?
Trying new things and finding out that one can have a hobby. 🤪
#keepgoing #interview #remotegirl #remotework #work #experience
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-14
"What would make you leave?"
I believe that asking people what would make them leave to another company is the right question to ask. Or, in other words: What is the job offer that would make them go away?
You may say "Why should I care?".
Well, I believe that the LI community knows that the hiring process is long-lasting and expensive. Count how much it will cost and take to find a new, right candidate for the position. You will have to teach him everything too. He will learn and get to the process in months. It may take him about 6-12 months to get to a similar level where your current worker is. I, of course, assume, that you hire great people. Such people might be also irreplaceable.
The answers of people don't have to mean your people are unhappy.
Many people can be happy in their role, but they internally know that if they run into THAT ONE offer, they'll take it.
Find out which one is it.
Find out what would be the reason that would make them say "yes" to somebody else.
Then: Reflect.
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Samuela Davidová
2022-02-13
☀️ Surviving Mondays ☀️
Why does the weekend run so fast? You have just sat on the sofa on Friday evening and Monday is already approaching. Let me share how I create a little more balance to be less frustrated about this. I don't mind about what day it is since having these principles. I enjoy all days to the fullest. 🌷
3 key steps how to survive the next work week (and the others as well):
1️⃣ Make sure you have work you enjoy. The simplest way to not worry about another working day is to... Do something you like! Yes, I know, work is never 100% pleasant. However, if you enjoy it doing most of the time, that's great. If you're not happy, feel frustrated, anxious, or suffer about the upcoming week, that's NOT okay. LI is full of opportunities. Get new valuable connections and find your dream job. 🚀
2️⃣ Recharge regularly. No need for a weekly rat race, then getting to a coma on the couch on Friday to not doing anything during the weekend. Implement daily little recharging activities. Try adding walks (20+ minutes) to your day, before or after work. Mainly, you first - enjoy your hobbies or sports activities every day, not only during the weekend.
3️⃣ Truly recharge on your days off. No need to check your work email, Slack, or anything else. Identify pleasant activities that bring you joy and make you feel relaxed. I often do a dopamine detox, go completely offline, read books, do 4+ hours hike, play an instrument, sing, cook for long, go swimming to the sea (when around), cycle, or write. Try to create a list of the activities you enjoy and make the most of them. I know you may have to visit the rest of the family, or are busy with other responsibilities. However, put yourself first. If there's no you, then there are no other activities. Your well-being is essential for good and efficient work done too.
⭐️ PRO tip: Wake up earlier tomorrow. Take your time in the morning, and be ahead. You'll feel great! If you start working by 6 AM, you'll be almost in the halftime of your workday when the rest of the team will join in. If your work is autonomous, you can do it async. If you're not much into waking up early, move to a different time zone :) E.g. Dubai/Tbilisi time zones provide you 3 extra hours compared to Europe. 😎
👉🏻 Question for today: What recharging activity can you do tomorrow to feel better?
Ideas: Go to the cinema, date your partner and have a nice dinner, visit the theatre, enjoy cooking a new recipe, stretch, go to the pool, go skiing (I did it this week and it was amazing!)... Anything else? What works for you?
#monday #return #recharge #weekend #tips
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Samuela Davidová
2022-02-07
I can see around myself young people with a strong desire to manage people. 👨🏻💼 👩🏻💼
”I want to do something more responsible.”
These people believe that work will bring them self-actualization, success, happiness, status, a boost of their ego...
When I was only 19 years old, I got the opportunity to lead people - to show them the way to go and remain at their disposal. I changed the bar menu, improved the customer service, offered & delivered customized options... And doubled the turnover in one month.
It was true self-actualization for me. Sadly, the only one in my life back then. It led to a quick burnout in a few months. I thought I can work forever 6 to 7 days a week while finishing my high school studies at the same time.
However, how come someone let me try to do something like that? How is it possible, that such a little kiddo without a finished high school could determine the direction of one of the most popular hipster cafes in Prague back then?
Well, I was already fully responsible for myself.
I do not mean just paying rent and phone bills.
For me, responsibility means to be fully aware of our actions. It means escaping the role of a victim of determined life. It's much easier pointing somewhere out, finding those guilty people for our sad and difficult life. However, I knew that there's no one like that out there. If I won't take action myself, I will die from starving.
We are often writing to our CVs that we know managing people, we're perfect team or solo-players, or we meet the deadlines.
However, I believe far more important is to be truly responsible first. You don't need a degree for it and you can start anytime, no matter if you're 15 or 45.
Many people haven't got there yet. They might call themselves managers, but they are rather just following some workbook, they often create a fear-based environment without trust and autonomy, and "meeting deadline" is not driven by responsibility, but by anxiety.
(And just a note - I believe that there's no final point in the journey of responsibility, same as a journey of our self-development. It's a constant process of learning.)
Feel free to disagree. I'll be happy for your thoughts. 🙇🏻♀️
What's the most valuable strength of yours and others for you?
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#management #responsibility #growth #trust
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-06
When supporting a starting entrepreneur, or creator, you're supporting a dream.
Using the Buymeacoffee platform to 'buy someone a coffee/tea/book' is a one-click no-commitment moment for 5 EUR for you.
But for a receiving person, it means much more.
My head reads it like this:
"Hey, I like what you're doing and I know you sometimes struggle. Just keep going. It's the beginning, that's always difficult. I read what you're doing here and I care. I understand it takes you time & energy to create all the content here and on other social media. Just keep writing. Keep building other platforms. You'll get there."
I've created my own link just yesterday.
The fact someone made that effort and supported me means incredibly much for me.
It's game-changing feedback getting me out of the bed in the morning.
Thank you!
If you also like my content here, you can contribute - choose how many coffees ('books' in my case, I quit drinking coffee :)) you wish to support. 🙏🏻
Keep going!
https://lnkd.in/eJM8rbtu
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-05
My daily routines lately?
* Meditate
* Write & edit content
* Work
* Read to get new wisdom
* Write & edit content again & edit a few of the thousands of photos I took
* Sleep
In the next two months, I plan to launch two of my project ideas. I work on it now at night:
👉🏻 One of the projects will help people to improve their value on the job market.
👉🏻 The second project will help people wondering about moving to Georgia (no immigration services, but truly valuable content).
Because of the amount of time I spend on all this, I've decided to create my own Buy Me a Coffee profile.
If you like what I do here or what I share on my IG or blog, if any of my ideas/insights ever inspired you, you can 'buy me a book' there 🙏🏻.
I've created a little Welcome post listing my content goals and financial goals from writing in the next months. For February 2022, I humbly wish I got to 50 EUR. If you wish to support my little dream to write even more valuable content, you can do so for as little as 5 EUR. 👧🏻👩🏻🚀🚀
If you cannot afford this, I'll be more than happy if you share with me your feedback on what content you enjoy the most. Tell me what helps you, inspires you, or makes you rethink something about your life. Any of your insight will be noted.
In advance, I truly value your time and energy in anything you do. Thank you 🌍
#support #grateful #thankyou
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-05
🙏🏻 Help! What’s the position called? 📈
I’ve noticed I’m good at digging down in the problem, searching for the root cause, advising the solution, and often even improving the current process. I am able to see new wider perspectives.
When I started freelancing - (mainly helping with anything needed, and doing event management), I loved to organize my work as it works for me.
Obviously, no one was paying for my time per hour. I got $$$ for the accomplished tasks or for results. This different approach makes you think of your efficiency. In your free time, you learn about time management, how to accomplish anything, you build your will... It makes you strive to create everything more efficiently and better. Anything that doesn’t make sense goes away.
Our standard work asks us to sit down for 8 hours and do work, be creative, or resolve problems. When I was freelancing, I did work for a few hours in the morning, then went for a walk (that’s the moment when I got the most creative ideas), then home again, I sat at the computer, and implemented the new insights in a fraction of time.
(The side message here is you may rethink the way you work if you have flexible conditions.)
Alright. I became pretty good at this.
Bringing it to the world of IT, I’ve learned how things work there. I know what may be the problem cause, I understand the bigger picture (I am the overview seeker person). I see in my head the connections between that one button in the client’s panel to its purpose, possible issues, and what was missed on the way. Some purposes don’t make sense from certain perspectives. There are many such cases, especially in IT security, or in management in general.
That’s why I believe it matters so much what we do outside our job. The ability to ‘turn off’, recharge, go to nature, meditate - all this helps us get a new perspective on one problem. We find new solutions to the same problem much easily and often better.
So again, giving these abilities - product understanding, problem-solving, wider perspective point-of-view, management skills, and IT world knowledge & enthusiasm - what is this position called? 🙂
I’m obviously happy where I am, but it makes me curious because I could improve my skills in this. Thank you, everyone, for your time and help. ☺️
📸 The photo is from the Botanical Garden in the city center of Tbilisi, Georgia.
#position #it #overview
Samuela Davidová
2022-02-01
One of the most interesting insights into the decentralized everything & opportunities in the world. When I listen to something like this, I always think about what exciting times we live in today!
I cannot wait to see the way the world may change in the next years and decades.
I believe that one of the best skills is to be flexible, to keep up. 📈🚀
is there any new tech trend you find very exciting or worth mentioning?
#opportunities #tech #future #change #progress
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-31
💡 Ask your customers what you can improve. 💡
What I miss at many products/apps/sites is a simple mail or form where customers can report problems or advise features they miss (e.g., an MFA via an app like me right now).
Yes, I KNOW some people provide irrelevant feedback.
However, your customers are using the products daily. They can simpler identify the bugs or new features they miss.
I don't say you to implement everything that they say. But it can help you to know you're improving the product in the way that customers loved it even more!
What do I think would improve the engagement and feedback reporting?
⭐️ You can create a special mail aka [email protected]. This will help you to separate these requests from more urgent cases.
⭐️ Create one channel where you can list the requests & bugs and arrange them according to the priority (if you'll even do them) + attach the email.
⭐️ Support your users in reporting the bugs & features if they already did it (do not advertise it though). You can e.g. offer them a discount for the next month for their efforts. This won't cost you much. However, it will show that you care and appreciate them. They will more likely stay and report you even more problems or ideas.
I've also found two interesting articles that you might want to go through (if this topic resonates with you):
https://lnkd.in/ePxpbX5H
https://lnkd.in/epgNmCTK
What works for you the best? Are you accepting the customer requests? What is your experience?
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#experience #bugs #customerfeedback
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-28
What are your 3 #lovebrand tools? #sharingiscaring ⭐️
Let me begin!
1. Around for the calls. Gamification, interaction, filters. Amazing! (the screenshot is from the app).
2. Slack for the communication. The variability and clarity are amazing for both internal company communication & contact with the clients.
3. Notion brought my messy notes to beautiful, clearly arranged, ready-to-be-presented information. I LOVE IT. I still use Apple integrated Notes for quick ideas listing, but Notion took over in my reflection, vision, and project writing.
What are your most favorite tools you're using and LOVE to use?
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#tools #ux
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-27
🎉 I wrote extensive content about Georgia 🇬🇪 for Pavel Mises's website kamemigrovat.cz ("where to emigrate")! #volunteering contribution 🖤
The text about how is it like to emigrate to Georgia is in Czech, sadly for my English-speaking friends. However, you can translate the website if you're curious about it. I've been planning to prepare an article about the migration process in English as well! I'll bring it a little higher on the priorities list :)
I hope you enjoy the reading and find some new information. It's very honest and despite my personal experience, I've tried to bring a little objective perspective with real-life examples.
Even though I understand it's not for everyone, I want to stress my gratefulness for the opportunities we have today.
It's very related to our work - if you have been given freedom, you can decide on a better future and environment for your life and family. Make use of, if you can. It changes your life.
This is why I am saying that remote work is not a work condition, but a life condition.
I am looking forward to your thoughts about the article :)
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#remotework #migration #relocation #opportunities #experience #georgia
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-21
Thought of my week:
"Fall asleep smarter than you woke up."
What's yours?
#inspiration
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-21
𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐎 ‘20 𝐃𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐢 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 #1 - 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬
When visiting the EXPO ‘20 Dubai in November, I gathered presentation-related notes about what I found inspiring, important, or just what worked for me. I talk about the 𝒐𝒇𝒇𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. EXPO is an extremely hyped place where the countries invested a lot of $$. From the marketing perspective, it has a lot to say - what's great and what's outdated?
N. 1 tip of what I think works in the 2020s: 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘮𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴
Today, we live more online than offline. Many people care about their own presentation on social media and boost their social status via it. If you organize an offline event or presentation, focus on the design and on the 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 of the places. The visual must obviously present your brand. However, it should look great in the 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 too!
3 𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐬:
* Focus on good (and enough) lighting. Try to take photos of the place on your phone to see whether the photos are not blurry because of the lack of light, or too affected by some strong lights.
* Integrate places where people can take a photo of themselves. Mirrors work just well. However, again, lighting. 💡 Do NOT add any strong light from below. It makes people look old and... well, not very well.
* Take photos of people at a nice place to get a memory! P.S. Printed photos rock today.
Additional wisdom: It doesn’t have to cost much. You do not need anything super fancy, to make it (and people) look great. A natural branding look is much better than doing too much artificial stuff.
🚫 What I think is totally outdated and just doesn’t work?
🚫 DON’T: Artificial places with hashtags that are meant to be captured. I think you know what I’m talking about. 😏 Don’t do this just for the ego of the company’s management, please. It doesn't do the job.
📈How does it make an impact? 📈
* If you stand out and get to their social media, you get branding awareness.
* You want to be captured and found in the memories and phones of people.
* Wow effect if you're really good. You'll be remembered.
If you think this helped or inspired you, feel free to share to get to even more people. ⭐
Of course, feel free to share your thoughts and insights in the comments!
Side note: I know I moved to IT long ago, however, the marketing mindset and soul are still there. Marketing is not just a department in your company. It’s the way you and your people communicate, how you deliver your products and how you present your company as a whole. This includes HR, Sales, Support, Front-End, Design, or Office Management. In my life, I visited hundreds of fairs and company events because of work. I think I got a sense of what works and not.
#dubai #dubaiexpo #presentation #offlinemarketing
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-19
Environment as a key for the deep work
"…top performers overwhelmingly worked for companies that gave their workers the most privacy, personal space, control over their physical environments, and freedom from interruption."
Today, I'd love to share a research-based article about focus improvement. Lately, I have really enjoyed a few newsletters and exciting blogs that constantly bring new information and inspiration. It helps me to improve myself, thanks to a few daily thoughts. Since focus improves our work performance, I found this article interesting enough to share with you!
I am also pleased to find out that it's not just my impression that the environment influences us that much! :)
Well, this is exactly one of the reasons why I enjoy remote work!
"One of the most powerful ways to change your behavior, proven in zillions of studies, is merely picking the right environment."
> I prefer the one I decide on myself while focusing on delivering a great job.
Which tip do you like the most from the article?
#productivity #improvement #focus #work
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-14
Friday gratefulness sharing! ☀️
What do you love about your work the most? 😊
Let me begin. I love my job because of:
- Flexibility in time and place. I can travel the world while working in the evening or morning.
- It continuously improves my skills. I have the opportunity to work on various projects and to enhance my knowledge daily.
- I get a fair salary on time from the beginning of our cooperation.
What are the three top points you value the most about your job?
The photo is from my travels to Portugal in the summer.
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#job #work #gratefulness
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-13
"...developers reported a better work-life balance (64%) and feeling less stressed (48%) as a result of working remotely..."
> But, yes, remote work can come with some drawbacks too. Isolation, anyone?
Instead of socializing with my colleagues, I found new inspiring people from all around the world abroad. I call my friends much more than I ever met them before and create more profound, meaningful, and long-term connections, rather than shallow small talks in the kitchen.
Come up with solutions, not problems.
I don't say it's for everyone, but do not PUSH people back. Please. It's 2022.
#remotework #socializing #workplace #workexperience #worklifebalance #wellbeing #digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-13
Am I the only one worried?🙈
Publish or not to publish?
What will others say, and does it matter?
Should I tell everyone or remain silent if anyone notices? To copy what works for the others or try new, authentic ways? To express oneself or focus on the target group's interests?
I guess this meets everyone who takes responsibility for their actions - no matter whether launching a product, writing a post, or telling the uncomfortable truth, no?
I always try to remind myself that if it helps one single person, then it makes sense, no matter what others think.
What helps you? What increases your courage? I cannot wait for your tips 🙋🏻♀️
#writing #content #publish #courage #dothings #whatmatters
Samuela Davidová
2022-01-12
If you told me three years ago I’d be ever sharing some work-life balance tips, I’d thought you’re crazy.
I started young - randomly, doing everything at once, with work as the number one priority. Whether I had a partner or not, I had to keep myself busy. Retrospectively, I think work rather filled out some emotional emptiness. I didn’t want to face the truth and what was happening. It was easier to silence reality. I forgot about the hobbies I had for the sake of the sacred work—busyness as illness.
‘When everyone is sick, we no longer consider it a disease.’
I wish someone had told me during my studies something like this:
‘Keep working hard, but it isn’t everything in life. Working more doesn’t mean you deliver better results. School is good for trying, but out there, no one cares about attempts. People need results. Results sell. That’s what really makes you money. It’s not the time you spend on the task but what you ship.
That’s why it’s essential to understand yourself first. What keeps you uplifted? What brings you joy? What helps you to relax? That ‘rat race’ is as simple as it is - for rats. Don’t get involved. Stand out.’
If not yet, set the boundaries and do something for yourself today. Personally, I started reading again, and not only it makes me happy, but it also brings new perspectives on life. What’s your newly (re)found habit or hobby?
If this helped you, I’d be grateful for sharing.
#work #worklifebalance #awareness
2021
Samuela Davidová
2021-12-31
📈 2021 work summary 🚀👩🏻🚀
- I left some dream cooperations 💔 mostly because I realized I have to move forward and learn something new.
- I started working on various projects at Trustsoft, a remote-first company as I dreamt 💥
- I moved from the dedicated-servers world to the cloud world and much further.
- I work daily in Linux (as I wanted, hurray!). 👩🏻🔧
- I analyzed 800+ log files to improve customers' experience when paying via a payment terminal.
- I worked on AWS Migration Compliance for Trustsoft with Miroslav Kutil.
- I worked on a Feasibility study about AWS Migration. I've created and adjusted documentation and did the proofreading.
☀️
- I understood better what works perfectly for me from the work-life balance.
- I will never come back to the office https://lnkd.in/e6YkUBYr
- I worked all year remotely and influenced some people to rethink their conditions too!
- Besides remote work, I also work async most of the time. Time flexibility allows me to live even more to the fullest. Thank you, Lukas Pour 🚀 AWS Cloud Architect, for this opportunity.
- Thanks to the remote cooperation, I stayed 1/2 year in Georgian country, and the rest of the year, I mainly traveled around Mediterranee. I visited dozens of beautiful places and spent much time in nature and outside in general. 🌎 Not only does it provide new perspectives on life and self-growth, but it also positively affects my work efficiency.
2022, await me 🚀
I'm starting working on my educational project and have even more ideas I plan to implement.
What were your achievements this year? Any takeaways or anything you want to work at next year? I cannot wait for your inspiration in the comments!
#reflection #2021goals #2021year #linux #aws #thankyou #keepgoing
Samuela Davidová
2021-12-22
I'm doing a little reflection on what university and high school studies gave me and would love to hear you too!
Personally, the only valuable thing from the schooling was the language knowledge. Yet, the schools were not motivating me in learning (rather opposite). However, since I was studying a French Lycee, I admit that I have learned some French there :) On the other hand, I speak fluently Russian, which I learned myself alone in no time (compared to the studies) on a much better level.
Sadly, these institutions taught me rather worse than better (for example writing patterns where more words seem to have more value, despite it's exactly the opposite).
However, I can imagine that the best schools may give you some really valuable contacts (I think I can find more efficient ways for this though than spending 3+ years at some outdated informational institute).
I'd love to hear about your experience if you have a spare minute!
Have some of you got valuable knowledge at school? What was it? Are you still using it?
On a bright note, I hope there was at least one tutor who inspired you to learn. 🙏🏻
#education #experience #polltime #learning #university #studies
Samuela Davidová
2021-11-18
How your flexible working day can look like?
08 AM - 🛏 Wake up in a different time zone (05 AM at your working time zone)
08.15 AM - 🧘🏻♀️ Yoga & Meditation
09 AM - 👩🏻💻 Breakfast, work e-mail & Slack check
10 AM - 🌊 Swimming at the seaside
Noon - 👩🏻💻 Three deep-work hours + lunch delivery
03 PM - 🏙 Walk around the city, museum visit
05 PM - 👩🏻💻 Four deep-work hours
09 PM - 💃🏻 Late night dinner & networking event
Midnight - 🛏 Sleep
Repeat 😋
Days have just 24 hours.
I hate it too. That's why I strive to spend my time on meaningful activities, that exclude useless commuting and stereotype.
I am crazily grateful for the flexibility I have. It helps me to recharge regularly. This is the work-life balance for me. When I work, I work. Deep-work time, focused. When I recharge, I do it fully to be able to do my work on 100%.
Ask your people what they do in their free time. If they are exhausted and they don't have enough time to recharge, how can you expect their best?
Thanks to everyone offering remote work. It changed my life.
#remotework #workfromanywhere #workfromhome #remotejob # #worklifebalance
Samuela Davidová
2021-11-17
Networking events as a source of connection, inspiration, and new contacts 😊
Before, I was never much into networking. I didn't quite understand much why should I go to an event where everyone tries to present themselves. I thought that it's just a pointless show-off.
Over time, I've changed my mind. I'm happy to enjoy networking events. From my perspective the older we get, the harder it is to find new like-minded people, whether it be our future friends, colleagues, or clients. Especially informal networking events such as this breakfast in Tbilisi, which was held only in Russian, are a great opportunity to meet new people and get a new point of view on other professions. I love to seek new possibilities of how to connect or to get a new insight or perspective on a different field, or problem I might be resolving the wrong way.
It doesn't matter if you meet a student, stylist, photographer, IT geek, or event manager. I believe we all have so much to learn from each other. That's why I also believe in the transition from one field to another. Speaking from my personal experience, taking what you've learned elsewhere to a new working area can be an eye-opening benefit for everyone cooperating with you. This transition is a very painful process. Yet, I believe it's worth not giving up.
Are you visiting the networking events? Do you prefer large events or rather small personal events where everyone gets enough space to share their experience? What was the best networking event you've ever visited? Cannot wait for your insights!
#networking #meetups #sharing #sharingiscaring #experience #careertransitions
Samuela Davidová
2021-11-16
Checking out your emails and Slack in the morning with this view 🏙
Are the toasts ready? 🙃
A getaway to Dubai or anywhere else is always a good idea for you to recharge.
#digitalnomad #workfromanywhere #workfromhome
Samuela Davidová
2021-11-15
Is this the future of #education? 😱 wow! These interactive exhibitions are fascinating and so easy to remember! Can I be a child again? #dubaiexpo2020 feels like the #futureisnow
Do you like such interactive exhibitions? Do you think it's an effective way to teach people? Haven't we been sitting at the desk for quite too long already? I love this!
By the way - Have you been to the expo already? Are you planning to go? It's worth it!
Samuela Davidová
2021-11-15
Super tipy! Já bych asi ještě přidala komunikaci zaměstnanců a PR aktivity. Osobně na mě funguje slyšet podcast třeba se CEO - chci dělat pro inspirativní lidi. Případně vzdělávací webinář firmy. Zjistím, kdo tam pracuje, jak na me působí, jak to tam asi chodí…
Co funguje na vás? :)
Samuela Davidová
2021-11-15
Na pracovním trhu nejsou kandidáti...
Pracovní portály již nefungují...
Na aktivní hunting není čas...
Agentury nedodávají...
Tyto a jim podobné věty by mohly začít být legendární. Sepisuji proto 35 tipů, kde hledat a co dělat pro to, abyste v dnešní době přitáhli k sobě do firmy co nejvíce kandidátů.
#inspirace
Samuela Davidová
2021-11-14
Why I'll never go back to the office?
👉 Because I can recharge more regularly than just twice a year for holidays. Thanks to the flexibility I can go anywhere in the world (sending greetings from Dubai 👋) and work in the morning and evening while exploring the city during the day. Sounds like a dream? Make it happen.
👉 Because my work can be performed online and I'm more productive and uninterrupted at ‘home’. After almost two years at home with the companies growing while having the teams online, I don't understand why going back. #sorrynotsorry
👉 Because this gives me more flexibility to LIVE. I'm the same hardworker as I've ever been, but I'm more productive than ever before. I know I’ve improved my endurance thanks to knowing when to say no, spending more time on my hobbies and activities that boost my mood and energy level and since I've learnt to recharge. This is a real work-life balance and it is not a buzzword. I know EXACTLY why I require remote work for anything I do. I know what I love, what I need, and what makes me the best version of myself.
This is my huge THANK YOU to all companies offering remote cooperation to their people. And other thanks come to those requiring remote work conditions. This is the new normal. Welcome.
#remotework #dubai #remoteworking #digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-29
So you're interested in security? Can you fix my flash drive / hard drive / computer / phone? Do you know coding right? Oh no? Then what you're doing? 🤡🤡🤡
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-29
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-22
We're #hiring at Trustsoft - #remote first cooperation 🚀
👨🏻💻 Java & .NET Developers 👩🏻💻
✔️ 7 members team - we're looking for the remaining 2 heroes!
✔️ 1 - 1.5 years project duration
✔️ Development of a new printing solution & relevant features to network printing (see more at https://lnkd.in/dQYbN4Dm) - you'll be part of a revolution in printing. Make a better experience for people all around the world thanks to your work!
✔️ Fully remote - work from a beach or mountains - this is a global opportunity 🌍
✔️ The project is starting on the 1st of November already 🚀 (can start later? No worries! Let's discuss the details.)
Interested? Hit me up! 📩
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-21
End-point security awareness in 2021 - that's how I'd called today's webinar organized by AEC. Good job, David Pecl & Maroš Barabas!
👏🏻 Clearly explained key terms from attack surface to EDR,
👏🏻 Bringing the end-point security topic to the current circumstances (covid-19 - home-office and foreign employees solutions),
👏🏻 Introducing main threats concerning end-point security that we might run into these days.
I'm happy about the activities of the security-as-a-service companies in my home country. There's plenty of content in English, but I am sure that all these efforts will pay off by bringing security awareness to more people.
Do you have such events in your home country or are you checking just English or other content? I'm actually very curious about it! How does it work in other countries all around the world? Share your experience if you have a minute 😊
#security #securitymanagement #socanalyst #endpointsecurity #securityawareness
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-19
I'm so glad to live in these times ☺️
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-18
'Can you explain what are you doing?' my grandpa asked me.
🤯🙈
'Ehm, sure... -'
'And how come you can travel and you're not in the office?'
'Well, granny, a lot of work can be done on the computer today. And it's portable. Also, the internet is working at most places. Thanks to this you can work in many places all around the world while communicating with your colleagues online.'
'Oh, we couldn't do this before. And what are you doing on your computer then?'
Uh... This one was difficult. 😄👇🏻
I am analyzing and investigating data from the terminal transactions (when someone pays by card in a shop). I am checking if there is any problem that we could fix. Also, we are monitoring potential problems. Our team advises what could be monitored or how we can improve the monitoring. This helps to prevent the issues or to be aware of a problem on time. All this will help customers all over the world to have a better experience when paying with their card. 🚀
How would you explain to your grandparents what are you doing?
I cannot wait to hear you! 👇🏻
P.S. Happy to be on the way. Just enjoying the sea coast views.
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-18
Are you also that bad with updating your profile? 😄
I've been already sharing a slight update - a little self-reflection a few weeks ago. Yet, when I look at it again - I am SO grateful!
I really loved my previous work, but I needed some more space to grow. Sometimes there's not a better way than to go and search for something else.
Key getaways from the past months:
- time & place flexibility are real benefits
- you'll never know everything and it's all right
- dedicated servers were great, but understanding the cloud is the new writing and reading skill
- never shy away from trying new things and entering a new field
- you can learn A LOT if you want to
- NEVER stop
Happy to join the remote-first team! I feel so free and satisfied.
What makes you happy at work? What does a balance mean for you? Are your colleagues more human too? 😊
P.S. We're still hiring DevOps professionals.
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-15
The evolution of work: past and future
The future of work isn’t about displacement of work by machines but rather has more to do with restructuring of the human skillset
If you don’t think about and plan for the future of work then your organization has no future
#work #future #futureofwork #AI
- Via Dr. Marcell Vollmer
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-13
Adam Taborsky wrote a nice friendly reminder. Take care of yourself, it's always worth it.
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-13
🚴♂️🕰ZPOMALIT. ZASTAVIT. ČAS. VČAS.
🤯Paradox práce & úzkost. Jedním ze znaků úzkosti je zúžené vidění situace. K zúženému vidění dochází, když máme hodně práce, když jsme ve stresu, když jsme pod tlakem. Říkáme se: “Ještě chvíli. To přeci zvládnu. Dneska na jógu nepřijdu. Fotbal?! Nepřipadá v úvahu. Mám moc práce.” Nesoustředíme se na nic jiného než na pracovní činnost. NESOUSTŘEDÍME SE NA SEBE! Ve chvíli, kdy o sebe potřebujeme pečovat nejvíc, dopřát si více času na dobití baterek, na sebe zapomínáme. Odsouváme se na druhou kolej. Dochází tak k paradoxu, jehož vyústěním bývá vyhoření. STAREJME SE O SEBE!
💸Výzkumy zabývající se návratností (ROI) za každý $ investovaný do intervencí zabývající se duševním zdravím variují od $2,1, přes $4, po $6. Ať už jsme pesimističtější nebo optimističtější z hlediska účinnosti intervencí, tak se intervence vyplácejí. Jinými slovy: STAREJME SE O SVÉ ZAMĚSTNANCE.
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-12
'When you have 1% taxes in Georgia, can I just come, ask for the same and go back without living over there?'
TL;DR
Most likely NOT. (Logically you can, but it won't be legal)
Yes, you can have a company somewhere else, but this topic is very complex. You still should get the cash from the company to you which should be taxed somehow, right?
What I want to cover today is what most freelancers or contractors are dealing with. If you're thinking of moving elsewhere and thinking about your tax residency, you should know about what DOMICILE is.
What is usually considered as a domicile:
- passport or a citizen of the country
- bank accounts in the country
- owning a property in the country
- living in the country for a long time and your ties can be proven
- family in the country
What to do if you want to be a tax resident of a particular country?
- check the country conditions when they consider you the tax resident (for many countries it's staying for 183 days and more)
- check your permanent residency/citizenship conditions
(Yes, there is really no simple to-do list)
My example:
- I still have a permanent residency in the Czech Republic (Central Europe, in the EU)
- I am renting a flat in Tbilisi
- I was traveling a lot without staying 183 + days in any country yet
- I have a Small Business Status (freelance license) in Georgia country and I am paying taxes here. Georgia has a double taxation agreement with my country so I will get a paper for the Czech Financial Office that I am paying taxes there.
Conclusion:
- If I would spend less than 183 days in Georgia, the Czech Government could say that my domicile is in the CZ because I have a permanent residency there and I haven't spent more than 183 days in Georgia so I am not REQUIRED to pay taxes there.
- I was planning to stay in Georgia for most of the year anyway because I love it here. However, once I spend > 183 days in the country, I will also have clear taxation proof.
🤯
I know, it's complicated and it took me a long time to understand how it all works. That's why I am trying to share the experience with you.
Do you have a similar experience? Have you ever had any issues with this? Do you have your accountant for this or do you solve this on your own? (I do it on my own.) Every experience or thought is welcome!
#taxes #experience #sharing #remotework #digitalnomad #domicile
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-11
😏
Come on, Microsoft.
Cannot work in Microsoft Office Word now. 😄
#certificate
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-11
I've decided to create a community for CZ 🇨🇿 / SK 🇸🇰 people curious about life in Georgia country 🇬🇪
A load of people who'd love to work remotely in Georgia is getting huge. That's why I've decided to share some tips and information with the others in a closed group. I wanted to create a supportive community of people who live in Georgia or are considering moving there or working remotely from there for some time.
Feel free to send a request to join the group. For the beginning, I've created a couple of unique posts in my native language (Czech).
https://lnkd.in/d-FMwUBE
Georgia is a very inspiring country and I'm thrilled to share my experience with other like-minded travelers with similar backgrounds and roots. 🙏🏻 The country has so much to offer!
'When considering three things being better in the US than in the Georgia country, I cannot think of any.' - quoting one US guy who moved here. 🚀
If you haven't yet, maybe it's the right time to find out more about it.
📸 Me this weekend in Stepantsminda, Georgia
#community #georgia #gruzie #czskcommunity #support #remotework #digitalnomad #experience #share
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-08
🎉 A real offline event! 🎉
I'm SO GLAD I made it to the Crypto Community Meetup in Tbilisi by Crypto Traders International organized by Pierre Martinow yesterday!
It was inspiring to see other people based here in Georgia talking about their ideas and businesses. The crypto and expat community was so welcoming! Finally, after months at home, I felt like part of something. I was not alone! I cannot express my gratefulness and happiness enough. 🙏🏻
Also, we were very lucky with an inspiring speech. 🔝
Pavol Luptak was attending the meetup and had a little presentation! He is behind many cyber/hacking and freedom-related projects. He is one of the people behind Paralelní Polis - a community place with bitcoin payments that is expanding to many countries worldwide. Besides, he also specializes in helping people to get a better life or tax conditions (see https://liberation.travel ).
It's amazing to be surrounded by new people and to get another life perspective. 🙏🏻 Cannot wait for more events.
Online is the future. Yet, the networking is just more practical face-to-face 😊
Have you been already visitin some events this year? Which ones? Did you like it? Have you noticed any differences?
#event #cryptocommunity #community #networking
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-04
I've been told that my profile looks too good to be real. Is it fake? Who am I? 🤖
"I don't know anyone else who lives that much what they want as you do." once my friend said.
I am surrounded by like-minded people so much that I forgot that for most people all this is sci-fi.
For me, all this content is not anything else than clear self-expression. I feel so natural and myself here. I'm grateful for every reaction, for every new person I meet. For everyone who shares his story, insight, and tips (do it more often, PLEASE). I am so glad that I can get so much inspiration here and express myself the way I am. #linkedinrocks
I was always hardworking. I could not do work I do not like. I was always talking about work, my vision, dreams. And then I've realized that this is the place to share all these because apparently, I can get a much better understanding than from some of my friends who live their own life. It's different from mine. It helps me to get in touch with people who have a similar story. It helps me to inspire people who would love to live similarly. I'm grateful for all of these.
So yes, this is me. And I'm glad that it can be too good to be real for some people. It's amazing for me the way it is and I hope it's gonna be even better.
I am ambitious.
I am stubborn.
I will never follow other's expectations but mine.
And this is how I live now. I live the dream I've always wanted. I know the time to think of what's the next dream of mine, is now. I cannot wait for all these.
I am grateful to everyone who inspired me. And I wish you found such people around you too. I wish more people were happy about their lives. To accept that their life is their responsibility and it's them who should make them amazing. No one else will do it for you.
Make it too good to be real ✨💫
Have an amazing week!
P.S. All the photos I share are really mine or of myself.
#inspiration #work #life #content #linkedin
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-04
What's not good about constant travel when working remotely? 🧐🏝🌎
Tell me who wouldn't love to travel the world and work at the same time? Go to the beach because you can and want to, visit the mountains the other day, from Dubai to Canary Islands it must be AMAZING!
You might think I had an accident when I wrote this. There are always pros and cons I think you should be aware of. Today, I want to talk about what's not good about traveling while working remotely. (You still can work remotely at the beach and just stay there, no worries :D.)
1️⃣ There's no stereotype. Yes, I hate a stereotypic lifestyle, but it helps you to create routines. Where did the workouts go? Daily meditations? Create a new habit while on travels can be more difficult.
2️⃣ You will miss your base (home) if you have any. Someone maybe for the first time in their life (me) will realize they miss the stability their home provides them. It's not just about habits, but about feeling safe and comfortable. On the other hand - when you're constantly outside of the comfort zone, it gets harder to get outside of it. 😄 But anyway, you want comfort, sometimes, at least.
3️⃣ You must constantly search for new places. It's tiring. Where to buy a new charger? Who's the best coiffeur in the city to go to? Is there any dentist? Where's the nearest market? Yes, it's exciting at first, but when you do this every two weeks - meh. Where will you stay tomorrow? What are the conditions to enter that country? 😣
💰You can notice I haven't mentioned that it can be pricy. The reason is simple - it doesn't have to be expensive if you arrange everything yourself. You can travel the world and spend less than in your home place (seriously).
Would you mind about these cons or you do not care? What do you think is the best combination? Would you travel that quickly or you'd prefer to stay at the new place for a few months?
📸 It's me at the waterfall next to Stepantsminda, Georgia 🇬🇪
#travel #work #digitalnomadlifestyle #digitalnomad #digitalnomadlife #digitalnomadhints #hints #hintsandtips #traveltheworld #workandtravel #workanywhere
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-03
🇬🇪 vs. 🇨🇿 🇪🇺 I don't want to compare the developing country with a European country, but I have to. 😄
🧐' Why I am submitting my taxes online in a minute in Georgia and I needed an accountant in the Czech Republic for it? I didn't understand what to submit, it was too complicated.' I was asking my friend.
💡 'They don't have to rely on old practices or bureaucracy.' my friend who lives in Canada replied.
In Georgia 🇬🇪:
✔️ You open a bank account in 5 minutes (!).
✔️ You can benefit from 1 % taxation even when you don't have local residency. The process is very easy. (can be even 0% in some cases)
✔️ You submit your taxes within 1 minute - you fill out how much you gained in the last month and how much it is from the beginning of the year. You confirm it and that's it. The whole process is done online.
✔️ If you have problems, you can contact the government via phone, email, or video calls. Also, there are video tutorials (sadly in Georgian, but the process is overall easy). (I've also offered my free volunteering assistance with the translation of the transcript and timing, but I didn't get in touch with the right team obviously).
✔️ You can benefit from a visa-free agreement between Georgia and 100 + countries for ONE YEAR. After that, you must leave the country to renew this period (no limitations).
Well done, Georgia Revenue Service • შემოსავლების სამსახური and Georgia Center of Innovation 👏🏻 You made this welcoming country and mentality even better for people from abroad.
#21stcentury #digitalgovernment #innovation #taxes
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-03
In Georgia, most government applications (most things are done online here) are 'secured' with an MFA via SMS (additionally to the strong password). I was curious about why SMS is actually NOT the best security - I found this article helpful, may you do so.
Personally, it was a real pain in the ass when I was traveling and had many eSIMs + physical SIM cards and had to change these all the time when I had to get into personal banking or to pay taxes.
What are your thoughts? What MFA are you using in your company or to secure your clients?
#authentication #security #mfa
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-03
What I think holds us back when we want to work remotely abroad (and how to handle it)? 🌎🏝
It looks beautiful, but I won't lie. It was not an easy decision. You need a lot of bravery and being a bit foolish. 'Let's buy a one-way ticket and see how it goes.' is just not an easy decision for most people. I was overthinking it SO much. I had many struggles and worries, but I tried not thinking about it and just make the first step. Let me go through the most general worries and how to handle these like a master.
1️⃣ FOMO - events & friends - Events in your place almost disappeared in the last two years which made it easier. However, they are abroad too, just different ones :) Yet, we're worried we won't be connected with our friends. Thankfully we can be connected 24/7 these days. I think I even feel more in touch with them (despite online) because we share an update more often. Also, meeting new people in a new country is always eye-opening. (Plus: I think people started being more interested because they’re curious or inspired by your steps.)
2️⃣ Unknown - Yes, it's MUCH easier to stay in a home country. A language barrier, known places, you have tons of people to call to anytime (really, or you just think you do?)... Look, this step will surely change your life (in a good way). It will make you stronger, more flexible, and adaptable, which is a great skill for work and life in general. 🚀
3️⃣ Lack of information - I KNOW how it feels. I made the first research about the conditions in the first 48 hours, which was very brief. However, I didn't know everything at all. Even after arrival, I was confused. I had no clue where to buy a blender, charger, or to find a good dentist. Tips: Find related FB groups and local expat communities. Search first, and ask, they will be happy to help. People there were in the same situation as you are. Check nomadlist.com for a brief overview to get an idea and see some local expat recommendations and blogs.
Overall - more remote work options mean real opportunities to travel the world or to move to the country you always were curious about. I've learned SO much about people, different cultures, and myself in the past 11 months! This lifestyle changed so much about my life and career.
I've read an amazing quote lately: Traveling shows us what we haven't thought of we could search for.
Do you agree? 😊
Is there anything else I forgot? What you're / you'd been afraid of? Have you ever been thinking about moving abroad and work remotely?
📸 by the horse owner in Stepantsminda, Kazbegi region in Georgia 🇬🇪 (Caucasus mountains)
#remotework #wfh #workfromanywhere #traveladdict #explore #remoteworking #remoteteam #opportunities
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-02
How did I decide to work remotely and what first steps do I recommend?
For a long time, people thought that those working at home are not working. (Do you remember that time before covid?) You all love those beach photos with a person working on his notebook. Honestly, I'm not taking my computer to the beach because I don't want sand to get into it (lol). I don't think beach work is a reality for most people working remotely. On the other hand - it made a good marketing job for remote work.
We all thought that people working abroad on contract or as freelancers are doing some pyramid scheme work only. It sounded just TOO GOOD to be real.
I was working at home for more than half a year. I was sick of the same walls, walking the same streets, and stereotypes I hate both at work and in life.
Then, I've realized that I worked as a contractor for two companies and that all my goals can be fulfilled anywhere in the world. Online. I just take my computer with me. That's it.
The first point was the idea that it can be done. I know it sounds easy but actually, it took me a while.
And I've done it! I started with my research which took just about two days. I gave notice in the apartment, bought a one-way ticket, and left. It was about two or three weeks from when the idea appeared. Honestly, it was the best decision I've ever made! (It was NOT easy, but it's something I want to cover next time.)
I mean - if you sit at home and you're not required physically in the office, shop, or storehouse, you can do it too!
✏️What to do:
- Check your working conditions. Check the possible taxation adjustments (especially if you plan to stay somewhere for more than 6 months). Search for a double-taxation agreement with your country.
- Think of where you want to go. You don't have to stay in one place. Wanted to travel the world? Check the conditions and you can go tomorrow. Seriously.
- Find local (destination country) expat community for more support and answers. So far, I've met with very welcoming communities across countries.
- Search for relevant information but don't expect you'll ever know everything. Partially, it's also about getting outside of the comfort zone. Enjoy the process, it makes you stronger.
- Here you are. Enjoy a new environment every day and exploration of new places and yourself 😊.
What would you recommend to someone considering moving abroad with remote or freelance work? Are there any particular questions you have? I'll do my best to answer them!
📸 It's me close to Mestia, Svaneti region, Georgia. Thanks to the flexibility my work provides I could work in the evenings and explore the mountains during the day.
#remotework #digitalnomad #livewhatyouwant #retreatyourself #happiness #remoteworking #travel
Samuela Davidová
2021-10-01
A home office is NOT remote work.
Please stop this confusion.
When you tell someone they can work remotely but ACTUALLY, they have to go to the office once or two times a week, it's not remote work.
Remote work means I can work in Istanbul whenever I want to, then go to the seaside of Antalya because I missed it, and then to Georgia because I'd love to hike the mountains.
Home office means I work in between those four walls I know very well and that you require me to come to the office sometimes. Yes, I know you want it even I was at home for more than a year and a half. That's OK, some companies want it this way, let's respect it the same way we were respecting school requirements. (Do not ask me what I think about it)
If you do not offer any of these perks, it means you will have a hard time searching for new people.
And surprise! There's the internet in Sicily, Portugal, Canary Islands, Georgia, Ukraine, Turkey, France, Austria, or Cyprus. I could name it all but I think you got the point. No one notices the difference unless I talk about my travels. (Except for my mountain trip where I had internet problems, I confess. Resolved with a hotspot in about two minutes.)
📸 Me in Istanbul. Enjoying the view of the Galata Tower. Amazing 15 million people city with bad taxi service.
#remotework #homeoffice #wfh #benefits
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-27
2019: We cannot provide you the materials online. An email? Oh, send me a fax or a carrier pigeon.
2020: Send me an email. The materials are in the internal school system, obviously, online.
2021: We cannot provide you the materials online. An email? Oh, send me a fax or a carrier pigeon.
Could we please get into the 21st century in the education field?
Could professors stop wasting their time and become a really respected persona and a mentor instead? Look, requiring respect doesn't work. Build it with your behavior.
I know. So many questions. Do I really want that much?
Sadly, over the last one week (first week) I met with so much ignorance and arrogance that I felt like if I was at the high school again. This is NOT about the law requirements, it's about people.
If you are interested in the field and topic as a student (obviously, otherwise I wouldn't study it), you're:
a. weird
b. unnecessary
c. annoying
d. time-consuming
(hint: choose everything that applies).
All right. And the last question for 100 pt:
Why do cybersecurity positions require a degree?
I am awaiting your answers.
#education #university
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-27
It's been three months since I started a new job 🤩 I will be sharing it officially soon, however, it's time for some self-reflection first.
I've realized it's important to self-reflect a bit be well aware of my career progress. I don't want to get stuck in something that doesn't bring me joy or new knowledge. 🚀
👉🏻What I'm doing now?
I have a more general role at TrustSoft. I could group it into an IT Analyst role & Compliance / Documentation one. We're a remote-first company which I totally love. (and, we're hiring - DM me for more info 📩)
Currently, I'm working on a log analysis for a client with compliance to the PCI DSS (a security standard for Payment Card Industry). The aim is to improve the monitoring and to fix mainly infrastructural issues. I am investigating the logs and requesting the debug from the devs.
👉🏻What I've already done?
- I worked on AWS compliance documentation for our company (successfully). I've learned a lot about project management, cloud migration, AWS tools, security, and architecture.
- I helped the team with the migration feasibility study for a client with high-security standards.
👉🏻What the team taught me?
- Ansible basics & Networking insight by my senior colleague Lukáš Bayer, thank you!
- Zabbix monitoring basics & Linux tips by Marek Samec
- No one in IT knows everything. Ask & Share.
👉🏻What I've learned in the past 3 months?
- Understood the importance of compliance, improved my compliance documentation skills and research skills.
- Dived into the AWS world, including the security topics.
- Learned more about the architecture perspective. I had a chance to get an insight into more companies thanks to various projects.
👉🏻What I'd love to improve next (work-related)?
- AWS understanding. I'd like to improve my knowledge and get some certification.
- Linux skills. By continuous work in Linux and by additional courses, I'd love to boost my skills to feel even more confident in it.
Thank you for the opportunity, Lukas Pour 🚀 AWS Cloud Architect!
After deciding for a long time, I went with this opportunity. It's not directly a security role as I wanted, but it helps me to understand more tools and IT in general. Well played :)
P.S. Ironically, the photo is from the office that I visited for about two hours. It was nice to meet my colleagues in person!
#security #cloud #compliance #aws #work #job #reflection
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-22
Thank you all for voting! The votes are uneven - I am sure it's a much more complex topic and that the preferences may differ depending on the culture, financial situation of the company, and impact you can have. What's important for you and makes difference?
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-22
🏫 A new semester begins! 🏫
I'm proud to continue with my studies in Information/IT Management at the Faculty of Informatics and Statistics at Prague University of Economics and Business!
I've decided on this program because I wanted to see IT from the business point of view. I wanted both technical and business insights. There was not anything better than this program in my country and I strive for the best :)
I love the focus on IT & Security management. School is great - I'm glad I could try various projects such as risk management case study, penetration testing, or attending a Security Week with a focus on defensive security. It helps me to understand what I want and don't want to do in the future. The courses are kept up-to-date with the industry making it very beneficial.
My second specialization is focused on Artificial intelligence & Data Mining. I was just curious about it, I don't think that it's something I'd love to do one day. However, where else to find out more about it than at school? It's been a great (and tough) lesson so far!
What awaits me this semester:
✏️ Digital Forensic Analysis (I cannot wait for this one!)
✏️ IT Financial Management
✏️ Cognitive Science
✏️ New Media and Social Network Services
✏️ Project Governance
I know you can do IT without university. Most of these things could be taught on-hands at work. However, I'm grateful for getting another perspective on the field and trying things out before entering some particular role.
What's your opinion about universities? Was it useful for you? Were there any interesting courses or professors who influenced your future?
#cybersecurity #university #education
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-19
I've always been a crazy workaholic. I believed that I show my dedication when being available 24/7, replying to messages even at night, and asking for additional work all the time. I had a hard time understanding when I had enough work, which led to overworking, stress, and pre-deadline mess.
I've realized that it's not what we're asked for. No one wants you to work nonstop and to be available all the time. (And if they do, then leave - NOW). Who needs you the most is yourself.
If you want to deliver outstanding results, you also MUST recharge accordingly.
Value your time and strive for efficiency.
I've realized I work great in 'extremes' - I do my BEST while being fully focused at work. The more I must disconnect to completely recharge on the weekend or even after work as best.
This took me years to realize. If I could send myself any idea a few years back, this would definitely be the one.
Thanks again to Vladimir Dolejs for the mentoring and the idea of persistence. Vladimir knows me well and knew that I put everything from myself into the project and then I died for a few weeks 😄 I am proud of my results back then but I was exhausted. The lifestyle when I was running on 150% nonstop was not sustainable.
It's time to make it better and I 'work hard' on it. :) Sending greetings from a beautiful weekend getaway to Georgian nature.
How are you recharging yourself? 🔋
📸 me - 📍Gudairi, Georgia
#work #recharge #balance #efficiency #productivity #growth
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-15
🧐
This is actually an interesting topic.
I have a clear answer - I love smaller companies, preferably when they are growing.
It's different.
The positions are often vague. You get easily an opportunity to try other new things. You can see the bigger picture of the company pretty fast. You understand what people around you are doing.
Also, you have much higher responsibilities. Often, you don't have to explain yourself to ten people before you get approval to do something. Yes, feel free to brainstorm, but it's much easier to do things and to implement your own ideas. Yes, if you're creative and want to improve the product, you can have a direct impact on it. (I LOVE THIS!) I'd also say, that customers can more likely work directly with your own work. You see you have an impact.
On the other hand - I've never tried work in a larger company :)
What are your thoughts? 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-13
It's just so terrible when your customers are informed that the connection to your website is not secured 😄
Expired certificate 🙄 Come on.
Are you also texting the company when you find this out?
Doing the little things to improve the services 🤪
#certificate #ca
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-13
Monyay work - so much fun 😄🤯
Current ongoing task - logs investigation 👩🏻💻
Feels like🕵️🏻♀️
#work #workanywhere #digitalnomad #investigation
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-13
Office set up for today & tomorrow 😎
#digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-12
Someone said benefits? 🙂
Take care of yourself first 🙏🏻
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-10
:facepalm:
OK, let's guess together what a passenger will choose in these "security" options.
Password - 6 characters long only. Hmmm. Date of birth, what else? Definitely, something another person cannot find. 🙈
Security question - really? Tell me which answers you cannot find at most social media platforms of people. 😏
This is not #secured, Turkish Airlines.
A good example of how not to do this.
#cybersecurity #security #makesecureapps #infosec
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-08
Damn, I work in IT for almost two years, but scripting is still on the list.
I haven't known it means basic IT knowledge 😣
And database - wow, I haven't even think of it.
Am I missing something here?
🤔
#Hiringrequirements
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-08
Oh, this is amazing 😂
This is me in two years, OK? Can you hear me? 😄
I really like this simple cyber woman comics idea. 😍 It's a bit idealistic, but let's be a superhero for once, right? Wait for me!
But mainly, I totally LOVE the cybersecurity community. One of my favorite information-sharing channels is definitely Info-sec live (see www.info-sec.live/feed). The community is really supportive. I get constant updates about new information in the field and really valuable recommendations about educational resources. Amazing! Definitely check this out - the community is open to everyone curious about cybersecurity from all around the world. 🚀 🌎
#cybersecurity #community #security #cyber #infosec #informationsecurity #womenincybersecurity #womenincyber
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-08
Even the little steps matter. 🙏🏻
I've been hard on myself and I was constantly underestimating myself. It's hard to gain confidence in the cybersecurity field because of its complexity.
However, the holidays are over and I am back to keep improving. I believe taking little steps counts and is better than nothing.
For today, I run into this easy lab on acloud.guru / Linux Academy combining easy commands that can improve the orientation in architecture and understanding of the bigger picture. A little pleasure to take the baby steps again. 😉
I'll try to get more hands-on experience, because I went through a lot of theory, but without any result. When you're not using it, you're forgetting it. Simple as that. Glad that at least at work I'm using CLI on a daily basis, making it much more comfortable.
What are your favorite hands-on labs? 😊
#cybersecurity #linux #experience #education
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-07
What are the best locations I worked from 👩🏻💻
Today, you can easily work from anywhere. However, some places are simply better than others. As my friend once told me - life is too short to be spent on a bad beach, right? 🌊
There are interesting projects I totally recommend exploring if you consider working from another location. For example search for Nomad List. You can find an ideal place for yourself based on your preferences.
My personal list is totally subjective, however, you might consider these places that I recommend for remote work:
☀️Lisboa, Portugal - Totally beautiful capital city with huge diversity. It's very green with many parks and lovely botanical gardens. Many people speak English too. It's very cultural, I believe you'd had a full to-discover list for the whole month.
🌊Istanbul, Turkey - Another huge capital. People do not speak English that much, but they are used to using a translator. The food availability is great and I totally love using the boats as the public transport. Overall it's very interesting and cultural.
🏔Tbilisi, Georgia - Another beautiful capital that lays in the Caucasus. If you love both beaches and mountains, definitely consider going to Georgia. What's very beneficial is that most nations can enter the country for the whole ONE YEAR with no visa requirements. Georgia has an amazing history, culture, architecture, food (!), wine, nature and it's incredibly cheap for what you get.
What are the best places you worked from? I'll be looking forward to your recommendations!
📸 Photo was taken on the boat in Istanbul.
#remotework #workfromanywhere #workandtravel #bestplacetowork
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-07
Remote work does NOT mean work from home.
People think that by remote work, you get stuck at home in between the four walls of your apartment 24/7. You will not leave the house. The time will pass and *bang* you're 70 and go to the pension. You haven't seen anything, you were not socialized and you felt alone.
Aha.
You're totally wrong. 😄
So, just a few facts:
👉🏻 Your notebook is portable.
👉🏻 The internet is working not only in your home or office but also in the Georgian mountains, Turkish 15 million capital or on the beach in the Canary Islands. I swear.
👉🏻 The travels are not necessarily more expensive than your stereotyped lifestyle.
When I finish my work, I go to the pool or the beach. Usually, I'm every two weeks in a different place in another country. Traveling to different locations expands my thoughts, improves my focus and drive.
I feel much more motivated because I love my environment and everything I do. This is very crucial. Many people are unhappy in the circumstances they are which is demotivating for them. Fortunately, you can rethink your conditions too.
I will be happy for your thoughts.
📸 I took the photo this weekend. I rented a bike and went to the Turkish nature.
#remotework #workfromhome #workfromanywhere #workandtravel #flexibility #environment
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-07
Oh, I love this list. ☺️
For me, diversity at work means hearing different opinions. You don't wanna work with your mirror. If you want to improve yourself, the team, and the company, I believe that it's important to have constantly new insights.
And, I think asking questions can be even more important than just giving answers 🚀
What are your take-aways? Do you have exceptional people?
#culture #diversity
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-06
It's SO important!
Also, you should be counting how much you provide for your salary. Is it just those 8 hours of work a day, or you spent another 2 hours commuting, having less time for yourself and hobbies? Are you on-call? Are you stressed? How many responsibilities do you have?
I haven't been thinking this way before, but we're often investing a lot. 🙏
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-06
I was preparing a video about deep work but this cat said there are enough such videos 😉😼
Have an amazing week!
#Monday #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-06
Office setup for this week 🚀
#remotework #digitalnomad #monday #office #remoteoffice
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-06
how do you measure your life? A simple thought to begin the week (and I would add that the purpose you find in your life and in your work may strongly enter this graph… almost at the top)
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-03
Did someone say Friday evening party or what? Oh, you mean Friday evening reading 😉
#cybersecurity #ctf #education #learning
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-03
How else would you describe me? 😄
Who's been working with me knows that I'm talkative, BUT I hate bullshitting around.
LETS
DO
THINGS
🚀
(One day I should write a book about what Event Management gave me.😏)
#work #culture #meetings #doing #doingitbetter #doingthework
Samuela Davidová
2021-09-01
Why we don't discuss responsibility here? 💪🏻
It's such an essential part of the work.
Responsibility can be stressful, but also very motivating. I find work with higher responsibility often more meaningful and needed. That means I feel needed too 😉 Isn't this the way you want to feel at work?
However, at some companies, you must ask for approval or check for everything you want to do. I believe it's not efficient, nor effective, it's time-consuming and can be even pretty degrading. It reminds me of a time back in high school when you're 'managed' by the teacher. Once you get to the university, you care about your studies yourself. You're no one unless you work hard, you're curious and interested. (Why should the professors even care if you are not?)
I believe this approach is more respectful, but it's not for everyone.
For me, responsibility means to be truly an adult. Accepting responsibility for our actions means we're brave and self-aware. We're ready to accept our mistakes and learn from them. We're ready to face both success and failures. We're ready to take action.
Yes, it might be comfortable to sit in the warm place all day and spend time waiting for someone's approval, while being paid. I prefer doing things. Asking for approval just when it's relevant. Or even better, asking for relevant consultation.
How much responsibility do you have in your position? Can you make a decision yourself?
#decisionmaking #responsibility #respect
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-30
Normal people at midnight: Sleeping 😴
Me: Going through the Udemy CompTIA Security+ Practice test and Googling every term to write it down. 🤪
#security #cybersecurity #education #nocompromise #informationsecurity #infosec
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-30
Do you have a good coffee in the office?
That's great, but I prefer this office 😉
#remotework #office #futureoffice
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-29
😏😏😏
‘Oh, you’re interested in Cybersecurity, right? I have a hacked computer at work. Would you have time tomorrow to fix it?’
Or
‘You work at IT? Can you help us to fix the printer?’
I'm sure you know these.
How many of those have you heard? How do you react? What are your favorite requests? 😄😄😄
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-28
Wow. 😮 I've just run into these benefits for a DevOps Engineer role to get an idea.
How does it sound? Amazing. 👏🏻
This is what some companies offer and some don't.
Which one you'd choose if you had an offer from both?
Think about this next time you'll be wondering about the benefits your company should provide. 😏
#benefits #remotework #remoteisthenewyoga
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-28
Off-topic
Cash 💸
We all care about it so much but we don't talk about it.🤭
Time to speak up.
Please, stop offering IT roles for a funny minimum when in the supermarket you can get 2000$ for half requirements. 😒
People spend hours at night to boost their knowledge in IT. It's a constantly evolving industry. We must stay up to date. We usually have a huge responsibility.
How much money will that particular worker make/save for you?
You can see and count that work.
Stop offering ridiculous salaries.😤
Companies in the Czech Republic are complaining about not having enough staff, but they often offer less than what you get as a tram driver.😄
Sorry, but especially when you see the costly hiring ads everywhere, it makes me laugh.
When you provide at least an estimate of how much are you ready to offer, you'll save your precious hours (and of the candidates). 😏
What are your thoughts and experience? 👇
#salary #money
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-28
We often talk about the role of women in today's society.
However, men don't have it easy either. 💔
'This is further compounded by the fact that girls have been taught how to evolve into both traditionally male and female roles, but boys have no role models to teach them how to evolve into both roles either: and when they fail at the traditional male role, as they increasingly go, they are left in the shit.'
I'm just reading the summary of Zimbardo's book Man Disconnected. It is providing a great perspective on the current society. I strive to understand the world around me better and sociology provides just that. That's what I love about it (and I definitely recommend everyone to check this too). 👇🏻
What do you think about the current roles?
#sociology
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-28
Asynchronous communication is still a dream for me.
There are those syncs and meetings at 9 AM and 10 AM and then someone calls you at 3 PM or who even knows. You're expected to be available from 9 to 5 😏
Yeah...
Which time zone is it anyway? 🌎
So, when should I wake up tomorrow? Where am I? Oh, Turkey, so it's gonna be 10 AM, right?
*sighs*
Oh, life was beautiful with full freelancing.
I was preparing everything for huge events, sending the press releases sometime between 8 AM and 2 PM CEST, which was easily doable, and everything was chilled. It was hard for time management, but it's just another skill you need. Go for it.
Why promoting asynchronous communication?
Well... Where's my deep work?
Can I really work deeply with that meeting starting in 10 minutes, five other notifications from work, and a colleague calling you because believes it's faster and more efficient? Oh, it's not. 🤯
Are you working asynchronously? Share your experience 💪🏻👇🏻
#asynchronous #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-28
'There will be 1 billion digital nomads by 2035'
Wrote Pieter Levels, founder of nomadlist.com back in 2015.
I don't believe it was seen doable by that time.
However, over the last year, the conditions changed for most people. Many people were working from home. It seemed like a miracle - companies were adjusting the conditions in a few days. All those jobs where you never had a home office before, you were performing at home for over the last year and a half. 😄 😏 (And the companies kept growing 📈)
Now - I don't know how you imagine a digital nomad. (share in the comments 👇🏻)
For me, it's mainly about rethinking your current state.
You can work from home? Great. How about taking your work with you and going for a month to Spain? Italy? Greece? Georgia? Costa Rica? You name it. 🏝
Yes, you can be anywhere in the world.
Performing the same work.
Wow.
Sorry, but no, you won't sell me your newly renovated office environment.
I believe more people will understand this and will be asking for the adjustment of their conditions.
And yes, I think, that by 2035 (which is incredibly far from today's perspective when everything changes so fast), there will be 1 billion digital nomads. 🚀
Maybe, we'll have more co-working places for socializing and networking.
Maybe, the offices will serve rather for the community, than just work.
However, I do not believe most work will require the offices we know today.
I recommend reading the whole article to understand all the influences.
#digitalnomad #futureofwork #flexibleworking
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-27
Every year I stop for a while and make a little reflection on my life.🧎♀️
I make this two times a year - at the end of the year and on my birthday in August.
I'm asking myself various questions to find out what I want next. This time, it takes weeks to answer. I surpassed the goals from the last year pretty quickly. 😁
No matter what I write, it always goes differently from what I imagined or planned. I think it's fine as long as you're flexible enough. 🚀
However, I realize that knowing what one wants, to have a clear vision can be game-changing.
No vision > no path > no clear progress in the right direction > no fulfillment (and I could continue here).
Also, the only limit is our imagination 💡
Share the way you track your goals and vision. What inspires you the most? How do you find out what you want next?
I'm looking forward to hearing from you 👇
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-25
Yay!🎈
I cannot wait to share my experience with getting into the industry and to inspire some more women!
Keep moving. The time is now 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-25
I've always said that we need more women in IT. We need to make space for them and give them a chance. That is why we partnered up with Czechitas and Amazon Web Services (AWS) and organized a Tech talk with Elena Rudenko from #amazon and our own Samuela Davidova to encourage women to become cloud ☁️specialists. 🙌🏻 To help even more, we will also follow up with the two day course of AWS cloud foundations. Watch this space...
#aws #cloudcomputing #womeninit #czechitas #awscertified #awspartner #techtalks #womenleaders
https://lnkd.in/duNFnB-b
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-21
📚 Education is an endless process.
Another perspective: Why should people who strive to work harder and keep learning stay in a company that doesn't support it? Among colleagues who are not seeking new knowledge? 📉
👉🏻 If you don't invest in education in your company, you will get like-minded people only.
#education #leadership #work #learning
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-21
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-21
So, you do the #work you love, right? 🤔 😏
You are the one who decides what you live. Make it the best 🚀
Also, your #workenvironment and #culture matter. Choose the best ones, not less. It's your life. Your decision. You matter.
And, definitely check out Jim Kwik for tips to become the best version of yourself 🚀
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-21
Career bucket list 💡
This is a good idea for your future planning. The article provides a great inspiration.
Personally, I rather focus on the fields/positions I want to get into and technical and soft skills when creating my bucket list. 🚀 I list all the technologies I want to understand and what person I want to become at work. 💪🏻
My friend also told me a great idea:
'It's better to plan and seek areas where you can imagine a progress even in 10 years.'
That's so true! And I am on my way 🚀
My overall bucket list is distinguished in the following areas 👇🏻
➡️ personal goals
➡️ travel goals
➡️ business goals
➡️ lifestyle goals
➡️ fitness & health goals
Do you have your bucket list? What do you list among your professional goals? I want to hear you 👇🏻
#careers #careerplanning #bucketlist #inspiration #future
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-19
❓How to find work that can be performed online?
People started asking me what job can be done remotely and how to find it. That’s a fair question.
I don't have a clear answer for this. No one has. Many jobs can be done online. 🚀
I think there are three categories of jobs:
👩🏻💼Requires presence - You cannot work as a cashier or security guard remotely. You may think of a few more.
👩🏻💻Hybrid - For example in Public Relations you can write press releases online and communicate online, but you usually have to come for the press conferences. The same comes for Event Management and some others.
🏡Remote - Theoretically all the remaining positions 💡(from IT to the copyrighting, you name it)
BUT
Some companies simply require your presence and you cannot do much about it.
👉🏻 What I suggest to do 👈🏻
1️⃣ Think about your current experience and career. Find positions that you believe can be performed online.
2️⃣ Do your research. Check the positions openings you listed and which companies offer remote work. Apply accordingly.
3️⃣ Check also the companies in your country / continent / anywhere in the world (depending on your seniority) that are remote-first. Check their openings. If nothing relevant is available, try to contact them directly if they are planning to open something related to your specialization. These companies usually have a specific culture that is open to remote work. It's mostly worth it to make that extra job.
❗️What to remember❗️
👉🏻 Be direct and honest. If you want to work remotely and it's important for you, mention it at the beginning. Maybe the offer was not 100% clear and if doesn't meet the expectations of both sides, it's a waste of time. Go for what you want, it exists elsewhere 😉
👉🏻 If you plan to work remotely & travel, think about the tax requirements. Usually, you're required to pay taxes in the country when you spend there 6+ months. This can be, however, very beneficial. For example in Georgia, we talk about 1% taxation.
👉🏻 Do not give it up. You can enter an on-site role now and potentially move to remote freelancing over time. This is just one of the thousands of ideas.
Share your ideas and insights in the comments👇🏻
Feel free to share if you think it can help someone 🚀
#jobhunt #remotework #workanywhere #workfromhome
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-19
Catch 22 - not working app 🤦🏻♀️
‘Have someone been ever testing this?’
When I ask this question while using some app or product, it resonates with me for a long. I sometimes even wonder if it’s not a scam. Isn’t this the worst one can think about your application? So, are you really testing the user experience? 😏
I understand the pressure in the deployment process. But, do you improve the user experience later, or do you just let it live until a user requires it? 🙂
I attach the photo of a form on a huge panel that you can find in Istanbul. When you purchase the public transport card, you must register on that panel or the website first to start using the card (but you can hardly catch the internet, so you better use the panel).
✔️check you're a tourist
✔️fill out the required fields
🚫error: you didn't submit the phone number.
🧐but when you check the tourist field you cannot enter it + you don’t have a phone number
✔️ you check out the tourist field
🤬 the passport number disappears
✔️ you fill out a fake phone number
✔️ you fill out again the passport number
✅ Finally you’re good to go (if the keyboard worked properly and you didn’t have to search for another panel 🤦🏻♀️)
➡️ Overall, 10 extra annoying minutes.
Plus, I do not understand the purpose. 🤷🏻♀️ Why does a transport service need my passport number, name and number? You can also go anonymously for a higher price.💰 What do you think about this? I don't believe tracing potentially ill people is possible when it's not connected to the particular train or metro car.
Anyway, the key message (besides privacy) is:
Please, if not necessary, try your application first 🙏🏻 I could name hundreds of such experiences.
#userexperience #testing
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-19
An interesting poll 💡
Why should we get a pay cut when we have higher at-home expenses when working from home?
I do not understand this logic.
What are your thoughts? 👇🏻
#workfromhome #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-19
I am sharing with you a very interesting survey from Stack Overflow
Answers of 65.000 developers 👇🏻
When in search of a new job, people are interested in technologies they'll be working with, followed by the culture of the company. However, from my experience, I cannot always understand the culture of the company from the job post or the company careers page.
How are you expressing the culture of your company? It's an important one.
Besides, 33.3% of people find remote work options important. That's game-changing. That's a lot of people. 🤔
I am becoming more and more surrounded by people who work remotely and some of them think about working from abroad or already do so. It's a great opportunity to work and travel at the same time. Wouldn't you like to work from the seaside? These people won't take a step back when searching for a new job.
Personally, it was one of the key factors for me when I left my previous work.
I know it's not yet much popular in my home country.
However, how can you explain the need to be in the office to someone, who's been working for more than a year from home?
Anyway, there's much more to read. I recommend this interesting insight into the IT people's minds.
#stackoverflow #survey #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-18
I'd love to hear your thoughts on this. 💬
#mindset #mindsetmatters #motivation #limitless #brain #mind #coach
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-12
Would you take a salary cut to work from home permanently?
So the salary cuts for work from home have started to creep in…..
We are going to see a lot of churn over the next 12 months not to say like with most change there will be positives to come from it and I’ll certainly have a few questions around that.
Let’s start with this one:
#workfromhome #salarycut #salarydecrease #tirosecurity
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-11
🤝 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 🚀
Imagine you have to leave the project you're working on. You have an hour to provide your colleagues with all the materials you have. Or even worse - you got an accident and you cannot inform anyone about the project progress. 📄💣
How does it feel? Do you have everything documented and accessible? 😏
I'll be honest - I was not thinking this way before. I wanted to have everything under control myself. I didn't delegate tasks and I didn't think I should be explaining each step to someone else one day. Below, I provide a few tips that can improve not only the handover process but also boost asynchronous communication in your company. 🚀
Back at FAMU International, Jiří Fusek taught us how important it is to be able to promptly hand over the project at any phase of it. And I made use of it a few months later. Thanks for providing a better awareness about it at that time. 🙏🏻
💡However, I don't think it's a skill to master just by the project managers but 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘂𝘀. Whether you're a developer or administrator, someone else should be able to take over your work straight away.
Keep this on your mind when you work in a team.
So, how to improve the handover process?👇🏻
1️⃣𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴. Did you find an error? List the path, logs, and all useful information. You can always get back to it and save time (you cannot remember everything), and your colleagues can take over anytime if you publish it with the company.
2️⃣𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰. Do you have a Slack channel with your client? Keep the conversation there. Limit the direct conversation because it's not searchable and your colleagues don't know what was already discussed and what not. Stop acting like an individual when you work in a team.❗️
3️⃣𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴. It doesn't matter if you choose Google Drive, ClickUp, or any other tool your team prefers. However, keep it precise, clear, and in one place. If you have notes on your own device where no one can access them, they are useless for your team. Share things, but create a clear structure of the documentation for easy orientation. If you have files with confusing wording in a title and not separated in folders, no one can find what they're searching for, it's a pain.
Is there anything else you suggest? Was there a situation when you had to take over or hand over a project? It happened to me several times. I am looking forward to you sharing your experience!
#ideas #sharing #handover #takeover #project #projectmanagement #management #communication #organization
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-10
'The employee was considering remote work but decided to keep going to the office - despite the two-hour commute.'
Really? 😄
I do not understand this 'logic' at all.
The company saves $$$ on benefits like paying for the public transport. They save on their offices and the bills. They don't have to buy me coffee or snacks. Tables, chairs, whiteboards, pens... You name it.
But in addition, they want people to feel worse by cutting their income? For working from home?
If someone doesn't work as you require, you can always fire them. But it's NOT a question of WFH or from the office. You don't need people who are not good enough for your company.
🙏🏻
Thanks to those companies who want to keep their employees safe nowadays. To those who provide flexibility and understand that a real work-life-balance is not just a marketing term.
I wouldn't like to work somewhere where I would be 'forced' to go to the office this way. You?
#wfh #remotework #balance #income
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-10
Recruiters, do not promote work from home in the description if it's not real. 😐 👇🏻
🏡The opportunity to work from home or remotely should NOT be a question of marketing. If you promote it and the reality is different, don't do it at all. You don't have to explain yourself and your company. Some companies just have it that way.
🏢 Maybe the position is not 100% suitable for WFH, your management wants to see people sitting at the table, or the communication is not done well so you think that f2f will be better.
That's all right. I am not here to judge this. 😌
📄 However, make it clear with the job offer. If someone applies for a job, hoping to discuss the WFH or remote cooperation, and on the last round you tell that you mentioned WFH for visibility, or that you offer one day per month to work from home, please, specify it in the description.
❗️There is a huge difference between whether I can work from anywhere in the world and going 19 out of 20 days a month to the office.
💡You know what would help a lot?
Make it clear in the job description! Do you offer remote work? WFH several times a week? Do you insist people have to be in the office? This is an important thing that affects lives of your future co-workers. Save time to you and them. 🙏🏻
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-09
🌍Why am I promoting remote work? 🌍
Because it changed my life.
It changed the way I look at things and problems. I know there's always a different way to try and it might be worth it. It's a mindset and lifestyle. It's something that affects your everyday experience in life and work. It broadens your horizons when you realize you can work from anywhere in the world and you really do it.
🛫This year, I've already visited 8 countries and more are coming. It's not just forming my personality, but it teaches me every day something new in all the areas.🛬
➡️ I get to know new people, places, cultures, languages.
➡️ I explore new sightseeings, galleries, I create new memories every single day in a new environment.
➡️ I get out of my comfort zone.
And I wish two things:
- People to rethink their current conditions and happiness at work.
- Companies to rethink their opportunities and work&life balance options.
What are your insights about this? Can you work remotely? Do you think it's important?
According to my poll, if people could choose between identical opportunities, no one would go with the one not offering both time & place opportunities. 💡 That's worth thinking about it if you're opening some roles.
I attach a photo from this weekend - I was exploring the ocean life in Oceanário de Lisboa. I send you greetings from sunny Portugal 🌞
#remotework #futureofwork #people #work
Samuela Davidová
2021-08-01
🎥What are possible options to enter cybersecurity? Is it necessary to go directly into the field?🔐
How about volunteering? Maybe my opinion is not much popular, but what do you think about it? Is it fair to offer unpaid positions in this field?
How can I study hard and then apply for an entry role requiring 3 years of experience? 🧐
I share also a bit about what I'm currently doing and why it makes sense to me 🚀
Cybersecurity is definitely not an easy field to get into 😐
Do you have other recommendations?
Key message: DO NOT GOVE IT UP! 💪🏻
P.S. It's my first video. I'm not an editor, I was a good film production manager 😄 hope you enjoy it anyway 😊
#cybersecurity #video #security #entryleveljobs #entrylevel 
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-31
📣 I want to hear you. 📣
Imagine you have the same job offers for the same $$ (hypothetically). 💰
But each job has different work conditions in terms of flexibility.
Why one would you choose?
I think that such a work condition has a huge impact on our lives too.
I am not here to blame anyone. I only wish people and companies to rethink their happiness, opportunities, and benefits.
One of my previous polls showed that people at work with both flexible time and place felt less stressed. If we consider the impact on our productivity and happiness at work, it can be a real game-changer for some people and companies. If your people are not happy at work, they will rather leave or simply search elsewhere.
However, this is definitely NOT the only important thing at work. You cannot provide flexibility if you don't have trust and proper communication.
I am interested in your thoughts 👇🏻
#people #benefits #hr #remotework #flexibility #flexiblework #remotework #wfh #flexibleworking #worklifebalance #productivity #employees #management #communication #culture #opportunities #happiness
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-31
⭐️Employees Are Quitting Instead of Giving Up Working From Home 🏠
🗞'If anything, the past year has proved that lots of work can be done from anywhere, sans lengthy commutes on crowded trains or highways. Some people have moved. Others have lingering worries about the virus and vaccine-hesitant colleagues.'
Have you considered this when pushing everyone to the office?
🗞' And for Twidt, there’s also the notion that some bosses, particularly those of a generation less familiar to remote work, are eager to regain tight control of their minions.
“They feel like we’re not working if they can’t see us,” she said. “It’s a boomer power-play.”'
I believe companies search for reasons to keep people in the offices, but usually, it doesn't work. Do you believe the communication will be better? Are you sure? Have you tried to rethink the way you communicate actually? Is it effective enough?
The same comes for the management. If you don't trust your people, which is the reason why you prefer to micromanage them, the office is not what fixes your problem. Your problem is trust. Not the office or WFH option.
🗞'A May survey of 1,000 U.S. adults showed that 39% would consider quitting if their employers weren’t flexible about remote work.'
❓Would I leave my work if I was forced to go to the office?
Yes.
And many people think the same.
#management #workfromhome #remotework #remoteworking
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-30
Most of my experience comes only from the IT Management university courses. However, I would love to hear some practical insights of yours! Are you even wondering about certifications? Do you already have it? What was your key motivation about it? Looking forward to your experiences!👇🏻
#management #compliance #certification
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-30
This is exactly what comes to my mind when checking out all the certification requirements. 😏
Actually, my first impression about certifications was that it's just about following checkpoints with zero creativity. But, I have been preparing the materials for the #AWS Migration Competency over the last month and I changed my mind.
Preparing certification #documentation can be a perfect lesson:
✔️ Learn more about the organization
✔️ Learn about AWS and best practices
✔️ Implementing these principles can improve your organization's workflow and professionality
Besides improving my writing skills, it taught me a lot!
What are your experiences with the company certifications and #compliance? 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-29
Do you know what I always hated about holidays?
Holidays end one day ☹️
But not when you work remotely and you can recharge every day 🔋🧐😋
Recharged me -> better work done ✔️
#remotework #remoteculture #remotelife #recharge
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-29
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Samuela Davidová
2021-07-29
📰 The Remote Culture War Has Begun, And Executives Are Pumping Out "Back To Work" Propaganda 📄
This article by Ed Zitron provides a great insight into the real perspective of "getting back to work". As I have experience from PR as well, all this makes sense to me.
From my understanding of particular roles, including management, I have the same impression - that this trend of getting back to the offices is not anything else than the consolidation of power. I do not think remote work really has such an impact on cooperation. Rather, the following should be fixed in the company:
- management
- trust
- communication
If you don't master this, your offices or "culture" won't help you.
'The executive sect wants to push people back into the office and intentionally frame themselves as victims of a liberal demand for remote work, justifying the return to the office as good for a culture that they do not participate in or have to do deal with the consequences of.'
'This propaganda is coming from a management elite that feels themselves losing control of workers, which is the only reason that they had them in the office in the first place. Without the office, workers might begin to question whether they’re getting a fair deal, or evaluate whether their managers and teammates actually do anything. In the office, it’s much easier to instill company problems as a personal failing - but when you’re at home, it’s significantly easier for you as a worker to view things objectively.'
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-28
"What are your weaknesses?" is a wrong answer.
We don't have weaknesses, we just do not understand our strengths.
Agree? 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-28
Are you listing all your jobs on LinkedIn? And your first jobs? Why not?
Personally, I don't. I thought that it might doesn't look well to show that during my high school times I was working as a waitress or hostess at high-end restaurants and bars. 🤵🏻♀️
On the other hand, it was an excellent lesson. I worked hard. I usually had 12+ hours shifts. It improved my financial literacy. It was a tough time when I was closing the bar at 1 AM and waking up to school at 6 AM. I had responsibility for money and people at an early age. This is something I would never have if I was just studying.
However, later, when I was freelancing, I was working for various clients, both long-term and short-term. This is something very hard to list on LinkedIn. I was always worried it might doesn't look good, so I just created a separate column for "freelancing" while naming a few cooperations only. However, it was another lesson of being flexible and easy to adapt.
I am sure all of us have these experiences that we are not sure about whether to sell them or not. And if so, then how.
I wanna hear about the experiences you do not mention on your profile. Why?👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-28
Generalists and The Impostor Syndrome 😐
I started working back when I was 17. I learned by myself a foreign language on a native speaker level. I am still studying university while trying hard to boost my career. I am motivated, hardworking and I never give up.
So, why am I underestimating myself?
As you may know, I strive to boost my cybersecurity field knowledge. This itself is not an easy thing to do.
However, I am a generalist.
I always tried hard to have a perfect general overview. To understand a company or product as a whole. To know the consequences of everything.
But it also means that I have the impression of not knowing anything good enough.
This was especially hard when I tried to get some specialized role. I have a desire to go deeper into the topics. However, deep in my heart I know, that I am good at that general understanding, and that's what I love.
Some people might even say "you don't know anything at all", or "you should have a focus on one thing".
But what if that's not correct?
I am getting to the point of simply accepting the fact I think differently about this. And see this as a strength. Why am I that sure about it?
Because I made use of this in my previous jobs. This mindset was actually perfect in all the management roles I had. But also, I made use of it in the IT support role as well. I knew where to search for the answers and I could be helpful to the various team. I just never thought about it this way.
This makes me think how bad the question "What are your weaknesses?" is.
We don't have weaknesses, we just have a misunderstanding of our strengths.
#generalista #mindset #understanding #strenghts
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-27
Don’t talk about work & life balance if your people cannot go to the beach after work while working for a company based in a country with no sea 🌊 👇🏻
That's really nice that your team members can go to the post office during working hours once a month. But it doesn't mean a work & life balance.
What does it mean for me?
It means I work hard when I'm at work. But it also means I can live the life I want to.
I send you greetings from Cyprus 👋🏻
I prefer to recharge daily. Not only on weekends and holidays.
#worklifebalance #life #happiness #travel #digitalnomad #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-27
When failure is NOT an option.
Have you ever considered giving up something because it might be too time-consuming, complicated, or have you found other excuses for not doing this? Then you're lucky you could.
Back when I was working in Event and Film Management, I was not searching for excuses. There was no space for this.
It made me oriented on the results and options of how to deliver them. No excuses. Just ways to provide what is needed. When you master this, you go to the next level where you search for more efficient ways and create better processes. 🚀
What's the difference? 💡
✔️ It drives you to do more and better.
✔️ You never postpone things.
✔️ You know what should be done and you accept responsibility for your steps, time, people, and budget.
✔️ You learn to respect others and their time.
✔️ You know how much every hour or minute counts.
Each minute without electricity costs $$$. You cannot run away, you have to solve this. Now, not tomorrow, despite it's after 5 PM and you've been working for 18+ hours today. 😏
I don't mention my previous experiences during the interviews much. People might think they are not related to IT. However, they shaped and taught me a lot. And this mindset is something I love about myself. With this approach, I know I can really do things, no matter what. I won't give them up. No matter whether it means unexpected delivering 10 tonnes of ice on the same day, or a project for a client within a short deadline.
What was the best result you ever delivered, despite it seemed impossible? 👇🏻
(Photo is two years old, back from the Event Management of 130 bartenders at the Let It Roll Festival - The World's Leading Drum & Bass Festival.)
#management #mindset #project #eventmanagement #failure #failureisnotanoption
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-20
🔐 Passwords 🔐
This is an endless topic. We can discuss it for years here. The attached video provides a quick explanation of which passwords to use.
❓What passwords are you using? Randomly generated?
❓Where do you keep your passwords? Are you using a password manager? Which solution do you like the most?
❓Are you changing passwords regularly? (This can open a huge discussion. From what I have heard, this is not really recommended, because the team tends to use easier passwords.)
💡 Fortunately, in Cybersecurity, most tips are already covered. 💡
Looking for the best practices checklist?
Follow the NIST standard at https://bit.ly/3iKT9Jp
Personally, I am using the Bitwarden Password Manager secured with one long and strong password. You? Looking for some tips! 👇🏻
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-20
"Correct Horse Battery Staple" is probably the most famous password advice. The xkcd web comic suggests that you use multiple pseudo random words. But is it good advice?
Not really.
Create long random strings as passwords. But how will you remember them? Use a #passwordmanager
It seems like everyone has a different opinion on a great password. What's yours? 👇👇👇 Let us know in the comments below.
#fciso
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-19
👩🏻💻I thought remote cooperation is just a work condition. I was thinking about all the pros, time-saving, and own time management first. Also, I have realized that my employer saves money for the office. Cool.
💡But actually, over time I realized it's life-changing.
It provides me the opportunity to work from wherever in the world and to live my dreams. If I was going to the office I could never both study and work full-time. With all that commuting, I just couldn't make it. 🚌
🌎 I was able to move to the country I wanted to explore for years. But I couldn't. I knew that it required at least a few weeks of the visit. This is something I could never afford before. I was always studying and working. I never had paid holidays. 💰
I knew that if I won't be working, I won't be making money. I was not that lucky to have parents that will pay my rent and food during my high school and university years. 🏡
It's nothing to complain about. It taught me a lot.
However, now I am 25 and I live the best life I ever could.
I never realized how much such a work benefit can affect my life. It's improving well-being incredibly. I understand it's not for everyone, but giving this as an optional perk can be very beneficial. 🙏🏻
Why?
Happy me -> better work & efficiency -> better (company) results 🙃
Remote cooperation can be a real opportunity.
Looking forward to your insights and perspectives. 👇🏻
#work #opportunity #remotecooperation #remotework
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-15
Stress vs. flexible working conditions 🤔
Before starting at IT, I was freelancing, doing more or less everything. Assisting with general tasks, doing HR, Event Management, Film Production management. Everything from budgeting to people, from logistics to stock management. I was a boss to myself working for various clients.
I worked hard to be effective and efficient. Sometimes, it was really tough. I worked sometimes even for 20 hours a day, depending on the load. However, I was never worried about being late for my office. It was there, with myself. I was satisfied.
Only during the events, I had to plan well, not to waste my time and of my crew. I was always very respectful about time. But the exact timing stressed me out. Back in high school, I was frightened I'll be late for the lessons. When I had morning shifts at work, I was afraid I can't make it to the office on time. I could continue here, but you got my point. 😰
With the force of habit and home-office during covid, this stress got reduced. I knew it's in my hands, my computer is next to me and that I can always make it. I felt less insecure. 🙏🏻
Now finally, I have the opportunity of both flexible time & place and it's so freeing. I have tried all the combinations, but this one works best for me. I am not worried to go to the toilet (what if I have a new chat?). I am not worried to go to buy ice cream at the shop or do anything else. 😌 I got used to that level of stress with time. But let's be honest, it's not optimal.
Today, I don't have to count how many days of holidays I can take. You know that stress when you're going back? Afraid of the workload? :) I just pack my laptop and go elsewhere. Anytime. I make longer stays and discover new places like a local. No one at work notices. Why? Because it doesn't make any difference. On the contrary, I am more relaxed and recharged. 🔋
And I am more than happy to inspire others and share my experience. I am meeting more and more people interested in a more free way of living. 🕊
Were you searching for a new normal at work? I think that here's your answer.
Are you wondering what benefits to offer? Think about this one (unless it's really necessary).
I was rejecting the in-house offers. I am sure I'm not alone.
I went through some researches, but it seems that the question of stress vs. flexibility is a very individual thing. Flexible time is mostly increasing satisfaction and is less stressful. The flexible place depends on the individuals. I am interested in you 👇🏻
#remotework #homeoffice #flexiblework #stressfree #benefits
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-14
Feeling lost? Not sure where to start when preparing for the security role (interview)?
I know how you feel.
I went through dozens of courses, I have my notes everywhere - in some gdocs, iPhone notes, paper...
There are so many topics to cover. I barely remember half of what I was usually watching. But it was worth it. I got the general overview and understanding. And I still feel like I don't know a thing.
However, the video I am sharing is providing a perfect list of the terms to learn. What to be ready for.
I myself created a list of all the mentioned terms with some notes. I have decided to make a checklist with a better structure. I wanna create my own knowledge base for the review, extend it as I go. This video (and the next 'levels') is a real help to achieve this.
Thank you. Amazing work, ☁️ Marek Šottl.
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-02
Yay, sharing something about my (remote) life 🚀
#remotework #digitalnomad
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-02
This Week's featured Remote Worker is Samuela Davidova, a Future Cyber Security Analyst 🚀 that travels the world while working remotely. This is how she makes remote work, work for her.
Link:
https://lnkd.in/dEU4e9F
#remotework #workfromanywhere #remotelife #cybersecurity
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-02
Companies: We are offering a team that sometimes goes for a beer after work.
Me: This is what I want to do after work.
#benefits #afterwork #remotework #homeoffice
Samuela Davidová
2021-07-01
And where’s your office today?
I have just moved to the seaside of Sicily - to a village next to the beautiful Taormina city.
What a mood booster it is when you to go the sea after work! 🌊
#remotework #homeoffice #homeofficeideas #workandtravel #digitalnomad #digitalnomadlife
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-28
"Morning. Wanna play with Linux?"
This question made my day.
You have never seen me running that quickly out of the bed to the laptop.
I was fixing droplet - a VM at Digital Ocean. Something I've never worked with.
I was reading the instruction and I already wanted to text "look, I have no clue what this is about".
But I didn't do it.
"Let's have a look."
I read it twice.
All right. Let's make it.
A few minutes later it's done.
I made it.
I almost forgot I was underestimating myself at the beginning. (Why was I doing it anyway?) I found it easy after all.
"Droplet is running, well done.
Thank you."
:) How much I enjoy these baby steps.
Lesson learned?
- No need to worry.
- Stop underestimating yourself. You can do it.
- It's just a question of time.
#linux #monday #dontgiveup #youcandoit
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-28
How much I understand the beginning of the original post.
Cybersecurity is such a wide field. I am wondering about this fear of not knowing enough daily.
So often, I feel lost and overwhelmed - there are so many topics to cover. You don't know where to begin.
Fortunately, there are many available resources for free. Anyway, you will come across other topics or technologies you don't know yet. There are so many of these. What should be the next steps?
I feel like not moving at all, but when I look back, I know I don't know much, but I am still moving ahead. It's just a question of time.
On the other hand, what I really love about it - it's an incredibly meaningful field. I know why I am spending hours on it. And I won't give it up.
Also, I feel the professional cybersecurity community very supportive.
I am not definitely a kid who was hacking other computers when I was six.
However, I believe, that enthusiasm and vision can beat it.
Let's move on!
My next steps will be on www.cyberdefenders.org - there are many blue-team courses free of charge. Yours?
#cybersecurity
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-27
Do you know one bad thing about Cybersecurity?
You have to learn so much, and it never ends. Many people in Cybersecurity suffer from imposter syndrome.
You feel overwhelmed with the learning material.
You do not know where to start.
You think you know nothing.
-> instead of going on, you are afraid and feel bad.
Two days ago, I started INE's PTX course, and I feel like that. If you do not know the course, it is one of the most difficult AD/red team pentest courses on the planet. On LinkedIn, only 130 people have it. So I do not feel prepared, and I do not feel ready...
If I look back to my first steps over a year ago, I had the same feeling with PTP, a different INE course. Now, all of that knowledge is pretty easy... if you did it, you may saw my name on some of those courses.
If you feel bad (imposter syndrome), try to find friends with the same goal and go with them. It is way easier, and you can support each other. If you are interested in going this path with me, join me here: https://lnkd.in/ePyZimA
What do you need:
- An active INE subscription or an old PTX elite course
- You should have eCPPT, OSCP, or a good experience with TryHackMe (maybe Throwback), HTB.
- A little bit of time, maybe 2 hours a day + countless weekend hours for about 6 months or more.
- Real passion for this stuff. It is painful! You will spend hundreds of hours on this course.
Goal:
Get this monster in 6+ months...
Hint:
This is not entry-level at all...
Denise T., what do you think ;)
#cybersecurity #ine #education
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-26
Remote work weekends are not bad at all. It’s not just about time we spend at work, but also about time we recharge. 🔋
Have a wonderful weekend!
#remotework #recharge #worklifebalance
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-25
Do we really want to go back to the offices?
Let's be honest. I prefer morning yoga to commute to work. I don't like spending much time on daily lunch with colleagues, adjusting my cycle accordingly - I prefer eating later than at 1 PM. I don't want to wear make-up every day and still feel good. I don't miss accidental talks in the kitchen. I love listening to music when working or being completely silent and hate when someones interrupt my deep work by talking to me. I could continue for years here.
I am an extrovert, but I explored my introvert side over the last year - and I love it. I am way more productive, happier, and feeling freer.
Still, I can see that there are places not offering the WFH or remote cooperation when it is not fully necessary to be on-site. It's not black and white and there are a few positives about it in terms of the cooperative creative work and you-name-it. But from most announcements, I feel rather the management wants to have the employees on their eyes or there is bad communication in the company. You fix the communication and trust and you can let the employees work freely? I truly love the environment built on trust. And that's what it's about. People who do not want to work adequately, won't be working even at the office.
#takecare #wellbeing #wellbeingatwork #remotework #wfh #wfhlife #backtotheoffice
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-22
Thank yourself today and do something for you. You deserve it.
#youmatter #care #wellbeing
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-22
For a long time, I believed that endless savings will make me rich. At one podcast, I heard one of my ex-boss. He said that the one who is saving is never gaining anything extra. Only with the investment, you can make extra money.
I had this thought for a while on my mind. I am still young with no commitments, I do not really care about money yet. However, with the investment, I had something different on my mind - ourselves. I have realized how true is this statement.
If we do not invest our time, money, and energy into ourselves, we will be either the same or, as I remember from step zero of investment into innovations, we will be getting worse. But there's no time for this.
Of course, we are afraid - we should save money because we may lose our job, we have to feed our family, children, ourselves, we want to stay at the same level of comfort. We don't start to do sport, because of a favorite show or we just don't know where to start. We don't have time to read that book because - find an excuse yourself.
But we do not realize, that with the investment, we actually get something back. Sport comes with endorphins, amazing feeling, and confidence. In the long-term, you will look awesome too. When buying that course you want to take for long, you will also create a commitment to yourself and finish it. Then you might get a better and well-paid job because of your newly-gained knowledge. You know what I am talking about. Think about it again. It's worth it.
Invest into yourself. Today. You deserve it.
#invest #youmatter #grow
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-15
Every day holiday 🌴
With the rising trend of WFH cooperation, we have the opportunity to travel 365 days a year. I am personally away from my home country for the last 8 months. Currently, I am sending greetings from beautiful Sicily.
Yes, working from home from the same place, without any physical contact can be very frustrating. However, anything is not black-and-white.
Today, I had a beautiful morning walk in the city center to the supermarket for some food and drinks. The streets were quiet and empty. I was enjoying the vibe of the old city of Palermo, full of incredible architecture and art. I came home totally chilled. Ready to start working. Ready to start the first day in the new cooperation. Recharged. (I am really excited about the cooperation too, of course!) After work, I went for a walk to the sea, park, and downtown. How much I love exploring different places. It helps me to get inspiration and better self-awareness. I hardly run into a stereotype I hate so much. I feel alive.
Please, do not judge before you see all the shades of grey. Enjoy life and let your employees enjoy it too. I hope more companies will offer remote-first cooperations as an option soon. Feel free to check some research about productivity too. Hope that’s the future - with good communication only, of course.
How do you handle the communication with your employees that work from home? What is your current experience with it?
#inspiration #remotework #wfh #workingfromhome #workfromhome #travel #communication #productivity #recharge
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-11
Finally, universities are getting more practical. Agree? 👩🏻🎓
This is not a general rule and will definitely depend on the university. Some subjects are strictly academic and not very useful, rather a subject about a subject. Some are learning just the theoretical principles about the industry, but you cannot try it hands-on. Finally, from my perspective, there is growing space for real experience, following the current trends, adjusting the plan to follow the industry up-to-date. This is amazing.
👩🏻💻I've just spent an amazing Security week at my university Prague University of Economics and Business (University of Economics, Prague). Education in public universities is free of charge here. The quality is really good too and it's still rising from my perspective. The subjects you choose partly depend on you giving you a little freedom.
And it was definitely a great choice to enroll in Security week with a guest professor Mr. Michael Sonntag from the Institute of Networks and Security from Johannes Kepler Universität Linz.
Top topics we discussed:
✔️ Using Nmap, Tor, and Wireshark
✔️ Digital Forensics (this one was really interesting for me!)
✔️ Security legal perspective in the EU
✔️ Virtualization, Secure Enclave
✔️ Cloud Security
And many more.
Amazing how much you can learn in a week. It's also a great reminder that I am still at the very beginning, it feels never-ending, but the baby steps are taking me where I want.
Keep going!
What do/did you love about your studies? What opportunities did it bring you?
#education #cybersecurity #guestlecture #virtualization #cloudsecurity
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-04
I hate job titles.
“Despite working just as IT support, you were really seen and heard. You had an impact on the product and you had a great understanding of it.”
When I was leaving, I got great feedback. I loved the job because of the freedom and opportunity to have an impact, despite I was a beginner, learning as I went and I often said that my job stands at a similar position as a cleaner's does 😏 What else do you imagine when one says that is working as support?
However, those who know me well know, that I always went the way from the root. It provides an awesome understanding and overview. I know that the office running without a cleaner wouldn’t work great too long. We sometimes forget that the gardener keeps our environment beautiful and inspiring. When shopping, we see just the final product, and the whole production is a black box for us. It’s not.
Underestimating someone’s capabilities just because we see them in the current position is not fair.
Many people lost their job now because of the covid. They need to feed their family. They might be waiting for a better opportunity, but in the meanwhile, they rather went for the first best-paid option, because of their financial needs.
Maybe, they just need time to rethink what they want next.
Maybe, they went through burnout and they need to recharge mentally.
Maybe, they're at the beginning of their way.
Don’t judge it.
The potential of people is huge. It might be endless once they understand it. Once they realize what they want to do. Once they get an opportunity.
Despite getting higher, stay humble. Always. We’re all human and we all started somewhere.
Your favorite ex-support Sam is on her way towards security too. Remotely from the Canaries. Sending greetings to the offices 🙃
#potential #beginnings #people #jobtitles
Samuela Davidová
2021-06-02
❌ Never ask ‘Are you 100% sure about switching the field?’ ❌
If someone decides to go for a new field, he's 100% sure about it. He knows it’s time to go, time for a change. He has taken all the courage to take the next step. He knows what it means and that it won’t be easy at all, but he has a strong desire and trust in himself. He can make it, but he knows the price. It won't be easy.
🚀Beginning a career in a new field:
📌Is about starting all over again no matter how far you were, whom you managed, what you achieved.
📌Is about ignoring your ego. You gotta ask, you gotta admit that you don’t know, you feel uncertainty, you gotta improvise and you make mistakes over and over again. You learn.
📌Is about moments when you want to give up but you don’t. It's about reminding yourself that you're at the beginning, taking the baby steps towards your goal.
Once you decide, you know that you won't make the step back, even though it would be so easy. Yes, it might be a good plan B. You can always come back. However, you never do it.
Why? Because you know well that even though you're at the very beginning, you’re on your way higher. You got a vision. And with enough desire, you can reach anything you want. And you will.
If someone comes to you and tells you that he wants to change the field, encourage and believe in him. Because he can make it. 💪🏻
#empathy #motivation #careerchange #bekind #everythingispossible
Samuela Davidová
2021-05-11
I left my work a week ago.
Yeah, I thought the same in the first days: I won't find anything now. It's covid time. No one will hire me. Maybe, I'd done better if I stayed.
I became sad about leaving the company. You get used to it. I felt like when you're leaving the partner you like, but you know it's time to move on.
First, I haven't seen it bright at all. I was sending my CVs to companies around the world that offered remote positions. It could be obvious to me that it won't be easy.
Then, I started sharing my will to change the field to cybersecurity with the Czech companies. I have realized, that at least, it's a perfect starting point. And wow - I have a really high response rate. I understood that it would take some time, but no need to rush.
Sit back. Think about what you really want now and what's the goal.
No, I do not want to start a different position "just to have a job." Instead, I will stick to the plan:
☑️Invest my free time into studying.
☑️Find relevant courses and create a plan and schedule how I want to achieve them.
☑️Search for relevant opportunities only.
Maybe, you don't see the sun today, but it's there - hidden, behind the clouds. That's all right. Take your time, be patient. It will come tomorrow.
Have an amazing day, and stay motivated!
Samuela Davidová
2021-04-20
Remote cooperation ✈️
Finally, something big happened over the last year. Do you even remember the approach of people when you said you had a home office before it became cool during COVID 19? When I proposed the HO cooperation before, I felt like:
- Aha, you wanna work from home to not doing anything.
- Zero trust to the employees.
- People "work from home" to go shopping.
Not sure how it worked when people had a HO once a few weeks. However, since most of us had to stay at home for months, people (finally) understood that this approach was false. When you work from home every day, you don't go to the post office or shop. You want to complete your tasks and finish your work. You work hard to motivate yourself to accomplish everything well and on time. You search for resources to help you with time management. You appreciate every motivation from your workplace and a good communication experience. Working remotely is not doing anything. It means pushing oneself hard to work better, to learn, and work on our will. It's accepting responsibility. More than anything else, I believe this made me stronger and better. Besides, I can work from wherever in the world and save time that I would spend commuting.
Don't forget that if someone is lazy, he might be lazy even when on-site.
Samuela Davidová
2021-04-19
Goodbye, PR.
I believe that one of the best things we can do is to realize when we got enough. Life is too short to stand at the same place for too long. Although the decision wasn't easy - I love the team and the work itself, I understood I need to evolve and grow in the right direction. In my direction. After more than three years in Public Relations, I will be writing my last press releases in the upcoming weeks, providing training to my junior colleague, and will finally gain more time and capacity to learn.
I understood it's the right time to invest more into my career growth. I am not sure where it all takes me, but I'd love to improve my cybersecurity and Linux knowledge for now. I realize how little I know, but it's fine - that's all a question of time and learning. I believe that if we have a true will, we can do anything we want to. However, it's obvious that if I can spend on cybersecurity 40 h + weekly, it will get better than when I search this time at the end of the day, tired.
I will miss the marketing thinking, the events, and understanding how we can change public opinion through the news. On the other side, it shaped me and changed me and my understanding anyway. I love to broaden the horizons of what we know. What's next? 🚀 #jobsearching #remote
Samuela Davidová
2021-03-12
🎉Feedback 🙏🏻
It is so valuable when we get feedback, both the good and bad. Have someone served you well? Tell it to them. 📈
💡It's a great reminder of why we're all doing it.
💡It's a great reminder that we're on our way.
💡It's a great reminder that we're doing great. And we'll improve to do even better.
When doing the little steps every day, we sometimes forget to self-reflect and to realize how long do we go already. 🚀
#selfreflection #selfawareness #feedbackmatters
Samuela Davidová
2021-03-09
What a pleasure to share some tips with the world! 😊
Enjoy the opportunities we have and make your home office in your favorite city! It doesn't matter if I support our clients from Prague, Tbilisi, or Dubai, where I'm now settled for a month. But it makes a huge difference for one-self. Discovering new places is not only eye-opening but incredibly inspirational as well.
#opportunities #dubai #it #inspiration #travel
Samuela Davidová
2021-03-09
When asked about how she manages to balance her work and travel life, Samuela Davidova said, “I usually create a list of tasks for the day, week, and month and then follow that. However, with online work, I am not stuck in one place -- I can simply take my work to another city. My favorite place? I cannot name one, but I love Provence in the South of France, Kiev which is a surprisingly very nice city, and Batumi which is at the seaside in Georgia.”
#IT #publicrelations #tips
Samuela Davidová
2021-03-02
📈Cybersecurity-thinking
So excited we have the guest lectures at school! Today, we had a presentation about IT security from Corpus Solutions a.s. by Tomáš Přibyl with experience since 1996. It is so inspiring to listen to such skilled speakers who have years of experience, making it a real motivation to keep improving in the cybersecurity field.
Core ideas:
📈The cybersecurity business is growing exponentially, despite the current situation in most fields.
👩🏻💻Implementing security in the development process is less expensive since you won't avoid it later.
👩🏻🏫Unfortunately, companies and individuals usually learn just by experience.
💰Business owners should ask for enough money for the Security Budget. Usually, it's not sufficient but needed. It's not just about the technical stuff, but business too.
💆🏻♀️It takes minutes to infiltrate the goal but months to detect the infiltration.
👩🏻💼The only privilege the company has compared to the attacker - they know the environment. However, most companies are unable to describe their infrastructure properly.
🕒The average lifecycle of a vulnerability is only three months.
👽If you want to protect your company, you should understand the attackers.
I wish you all a lot of motivation this week! 💡
#cybersecurity #security
Samuela Davidová
2021-02-15
👩🏻🎓Back to school
A new semester begins today. And, surprisingly, I cannot wait. 👀
🏫I think rule number one is to find a specialization that we are interested in. This semester, several fascinating and practical subjects await me: from Data Mining and its Business Application, through the continuing course of Artificial Intelligence or Information Security Management to the Theory of Coding and Cryptography. Wow! 🚀
💪🏻It won't be easy to make while having a lot of work. However, I feel seriously motivated to make this challenge. I am always honestly excited about new knowledge.
💡When I decided to continue my studies at Information Management under the Faculty of Informatics and Statistics, I had a clear vision: boost my knowledge in these two years of working on the Engineer's degree. I feel like being really on my way. It's so enriching to know that you live what you want to. And, how to do so? Follow your dreams and make decisions. Today, not tomorrow. 📈
#education # #engineer #informationsecurity #university #workandstudy #cryptography #ai
Samuela Davidová
2021-02-13
🔋Recharge.💆🏻♀️
👩🏻💻I believed for a long time that if I am available for my work 24/7, it is more appreciated. But it's not true. Being distracted several times during the day means we think about our work almost all day. But how long can we go this way? A few months? A year? More and more, I aim for more consistency, preferring to continue on a strong base.
📱It's been about a year since I have all the notifications turned off. I get online only when I choose to. If I notice I am unable to control it, I leave social media for a few weeks. It is incredibly refreshing. Also, it makes you realize how much we're overusing these tools and how much time we spend on our phones.
💆🏻♀️Before every shift, I usually take a walk, meditate for a while, and read a book. Even a 20-minute walk and 5 minutes of meditation force you to slow down and re-think. And, here you go - ready for your work: focused and clear. On my day off, I try to get out to nature, discover the country a bit and forget about everything, just being present in the moment.
📈The harder I work, the more I need to recharge completely. And, the effect is seen - the more productive, present, and motivated I become. Do you have any similar routines? ✈️
P.S. I send you greetings from the pre-work walk on the seaside.
Samuela Davidová
2021-02-07
✈️A different perspective👩🏻💻
🏡In the current situation, the place and time lost their meaning. The home office gets a new dimension if we understand that it can be done either in our living room or on the beach. In November, I packed my things and took a plane to Tbilisi. I wanted to come here for years. Last year I understood that it's actually perfect timing - we all are sitting at home. As no one really knows how long the situation will last, I left my flat in Prague and found a long-term one here in Georgia.
Even though I am 2500 km away from my school and the offices of both my jobs, nothing has really changed, and my colleagues didn't really notice a difference. But I did.🏞
🌄Different culture, food, currency, mentality, language, and the surrounding streets of home. I enjoy exploring the unknown places, little discoveries, and getting new perspectives for both life and work. The new little details that ruin the routine keep me awake. It helps me to see what I haven't noticed for weeks. And voilá, how about doing things differently?
💡Just because we're doing anything the same way for months or years doesn't mean we're doing it the best way. Can we find a better solution today?
#homeoffice #perspective #travel #covidtravel #ideas #stayawake
Samuela Davidová
2021-02-05
✅I went through the Essentials of Cybersecurity course by the University of Washington on edX.
👩🏻🎓This course provides a brief essential overview with an entry knowledge base to understand the complexity of cybersecurity. I believe the course approach is perfectly suitable for the managers who might get in touch with the security at their work or future managers. It is a perfect reminder of the incredible complexity of the topic. Also, I must say that this course motivated me to do my best to boost the educational level of cybersecurity. I am very interested in it for a long time, but with school and two jobs, I don't have enough time to improve the knowledge. Barbara Endicott-Popovsky from UWashingtonX is a really fantastic speaker. Thank you for the inspiration!
🙏🏻Once again, I am grateful for all the opportunities we have nowadays. A free online education that is available anywhere and anytime is so enriching. I have to say that these courses are becoming a bit addicting.🤓 #education #cybersecurity #opportunities #security #inspiration #work #freetime #interests
Samuela Davidová
2021-01-31
🥳It's been three years of my career in Public Relations.🤓
I remember starting with the never-ending media monitoring for the clients. Since that, I did dozens of interviews, visited several events, and wrote hundreds of press releases. I love the feeling of having some significant outputs in media and thinking about the best possible strategy to make our clients visible.
👩🏻💼Working at a small agency has multiple advantages:
📌 I learned more things in a shorter time and understood further consequences.
📌 We trust each other, and we are pretty flexible when it comes to place and time.
📌 My responsibilities were growing faster.
👵🏻It was my first official "office job," and we became a great team and friends with my colleagues. I am grateful for this opportunity. That's why I still keep PR as my side-job.
This waiting is long. However, I believe we'll soon have a chance to see each other at some beautiful event and drink champagne together again. 🥂
#publicrelations #media #celebration #events #team #marketing #pr
Samuela Davidová
2021-01-26
👩🏻🎓I love to get the general overview - to understand all the causes and the consequences. It helps me to decide better, whether in real-life or at work. But since everything evolves all the time, it requires to keep learning to stay up-to-date and well-informed.📚
And, that's what my position as the IT support provides me. I find it a perfect entry position to understand how it all works, what each department does, and how everything is connected. At work, I learn something new every day.📈
👩🏻💻But that's not all. I want to go beyond and more in-depth. I run into edX, which provides free-of-charge courses from respected universities from all around the world.
🗝As education is the top priority for me, I do my best to find enough time for it in my free time as well. And, voilá, I have just finished the Introduction to Networking course from the New York University. It provides a perfect insight into the Networking, altogether with a short introduction to the Network Security I'm very interested in.
🙏🏻We have so many opportunities nowadays! It gets hard just not to get lost among them. But with proper prioritization and goal-setting, it goes well. Do you have any other tips?
#overview #network #iteducation #opportunities #freeeducation #keeplearning #itsupport
2020
Samuela Davidová
2020-11-19
LOOKING FOR DEVSECOPS JOB? 🤗 🕹 Interview game
I created a pixel art game video with basic questions that I gathered from countless interviews. 🧠
The inspiration comes from Darko Mesaroš ;) [thank you]. When I saw his 8-bit gifs, I said that's so cool! So I used one of my superpowers 💪and learned during the weekend how to draw my own pixel art and merged it with community help for job seekers. 🙌
Share, like, comment ;) help others to get their dream job. 2nd level coming soon and it will be far away from basic!
https://lnkd.in/dN5s9Ez
#cybersecurity #cybersecurity #cloudsecurity #devsecops #aws #cloud #jobs #devops #interview #howto #job #itsecurity #questions #kubernetes #docker #tcpip #networking #game #microservices #hackitect
2019
Samuela Davidová
2019-11-28
This Monday, we had an exceptional guest. Phum Sila-Trakoon, the Global Brand Ambassador of Thomas Henry, came to Prague to have a presentation at Vnitroblock. At the PR agency, we were happy to invite appropriate media and to be a part of the event. The enriching presentation was translated by awesome Eduard Ondracek who did a perfect job. I was happy to get some fresh news about sustainability in the bar industry. Think about it during your next visit at your favourite bar. #bar #event #presentation #thomashenry #cocktail #barindustry #PR #publicrelations #sustainability
Samuela Davidová
2019-11-14
Let it Roll 2019.
My third year of this huge and crazy festival. To be honest, I'm not really a fan of drum'n bass, I prefer jazz, haha. On the other hand, I always feel the excitement - 120 people bar crew is a big responsibility. Everyone is tired, to-do lists are endless and I find my position somewhere between mother and the one who makes order in mess. But I gotta say, so that the sun sets are lovely!
Every year, I found this as a challenge. There's always something new to learn. But I think, after those three years, I would love to find something new already. I feel more and more the need of stability, at least at some point. The continuity is a great thing, the feeling of building something is awesome, and the wide range of things to be done is something incredibly exciting for me. So let's put it together!
#production #searchingjob #eventmanager #festivalproduction
Samuela Davidová
2019-11-14
Happy to have a photo from the first shooting with FAMU International. It was pretty tricky as we were shooting on film. It teaches you to think about every step twice, double-check everything, and to do it as best as you can. Being limited to the material is actually a good way of thinking, not experiencing it nowadays.
Fortunately, we had lovely weather, which was just one of the very few things that could get wrong. Compared to my previous jobs, it's lovely. #productionassistant #filmshooting #production
Photo: Jitka Hejtmanová
Samuela Davidová
2019-11-14
I'm happy to work as a Production Manager on a short documentary about Czech poet Petr Soukup as a part of FAMU International. When you have such a small team, it means more work for yourself. I am happy to get some new experiences. On the other hand, I can compare this to the events I did and - it's great to realise how much I still have to learn. I love to be a part of the project since its beginning till the end. In the next two weeks, I'm expecting 7 more shooting days of 4 short movies in total. Camera, sound, action!
After that, I will finally have time to be more focused on work again. Currently, it's a question of self-discipline and time-management to put all four projects and PR together, but succeeding well. Keep going! #filmproduction #shooting #production #productionmanager
Photo: Adam Kořínek
Samuela Davidová
2019-07-02
Často přehodnocuji to, co právě dělám. Někdy to vyústí v jistou nejistotu, zda jsem na správném místě, či bych neměla jít dál, jinam, do zahraničí. Včera v noci mi ale přišel e-mail, který mě utvrdil v tom, že tu ještě chvíli zůstanu. Byla jsem přijata na roční program FAMU International - Production team studies v AJ. Filmová produkce je z dlouhodobého hlediska mým cílem. Program je velmi intenzivní a zaměřen na praktické znalosti, resp. zejména natáčení spis, než na teorii. Zároveň pro mě znamená to, že nebudu mít dostatek času na další pracovní aktivity. To bude velká změna od aktuálního rozložení dne. Sebevzdělání je pro mě však stále nejdůležitější. Tak snad to bude opravdu přínosné! :)
Samuela Davidová
2019-05-09
I was tired of looking for a full time I still wasn’t sure if is the right fit for me till.. I’m starting several cooperations at the same time again! And I’m very excited about using the time effectively, manage the time by myself and simply switching between the projects while then I don’t come to the point of having too much of one of them. It helps me to switch the thoughts and also I see how much you can connect the knowledge together and then save your time too. As each is a bit different field, I can see the progress every day and, honestly, I feel wonderful!
It becomes a bit busy now, but I see things moving around me and I love it! I’m satisfied with myself, with my work, everything.
Then I come to the point that there are actually several people who don’t even like their work. Honestly, i can imagine it!
How about you? Why do you actually work? Do you like it? Love it? Or doing it just because ‘you should’?
2017
Samuela Davidová
2017-12-14
Let me introduce you my friend.
I have to notice I am pretty much hyperactive and have a lot of energy I love to invest in my work as I get it back thanks to feedback or good results.
But of course, when you get to a multi-tasking, tricky and stressful job, you don’t have much time to sleep and you work for about 16 hours a day, you want to be sure your results won't be affected by tiredness or stress...
I found Mindflow accidentally. It’s natural and it's what I need when I work under pressure , without sleep and need to be efficient, productive and precise.
I think I can say that without it, I wouldn't finish Let it Roll.
This experience was crazy for me. I'm the jazz listener, I got to the Drum’n bass festival... Us, two men and me we cared for 6 bars that were situated in the camps. We were open nonstop, our business started at 6 a.m. when the main area got closed and people had just the option to go to their camp. 6 bars means 90 bartenders for whom you need to arrange the shifts, you need the contracts and other endless paperwork. But as it was cashless, we haven't worked with money but reports. Which if you arrange well in your beloved excel tab, you will even know how's you stocking and so on. It was very tiring . Thank you for surviving!)
Samuela Davidová
2017-12-05
I'm so glad that I have found the school that doesn't limit me ! Having the courses once in two weeks was my dream, even I have a lot to do at home, it's really interesting and fulfilling and it gives me the freedom so that I can find other jobs whenever I'm the week. Media studies rule!