🌴89. 18+ ways to score international work gigs feat. Alan Weiss (Weekend Rewind)

Leanne Hughes and Alan Weiss unpack exactly how to score international gigs—without needing to be “famous,” have a publisher, or move countries. From leaving your book at the front desk of a Thai hotel, to speaking at global conferences (even for free), this conversation covers everything you actually need to build a global practice.Whether you’re a consultant, coach, speaker or someone who just wants more stamps in their passport and paid work, this episode gives you the playbook.What we cover:Our first international gigs and how they really happenedWhy “opportunism” beats long-term planningHow to use conferences, hotels, and consulates to your advantageWhy being Australian (or “foreign”) can work in your favourThe myth of needing to be famous before going global20+ ways to score international gigs that actually workVisa tips, platform options (like Upwork & Toptal), and being boldWhy being there still beats virtual—even in a Zoom-first worldQuotes worth stealing:“If anybody anywhere is doing it, then you can do it.” – Alan “Your accent is a differentiator. Use it.” – Leanne “You don’t need to be famous. You just need to be valuable.”Loved this episode? 🎯 Share it with someone who’s dreaming of doing international work. 🌏 Let us know where you’d love to work next in the comments or tag us on LinkedIn. 📩 Subscribe for future episodes where we talk real talk about life, consulting, and growth on your terms.Sign up for free for my best articles every week: Work Fame.Show notes for every episode at https://podcast.leannehughes.comP.S. Ready to take things up a level? Here are some ways I can help:Watch My Speaker Reel: Let's energise your next event.Get My Book: Design your workshops fast using The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint. Let's connect on all the channels:Leanne Hughes on LinkedInLeanne Hughes on InstagramVisit my website: leannehughes.comEmail me: [email protected] you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today at Hello Audio.