Explore every episode of the podcast Rich and Remote with Alex and Karla Booth
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| How to Land Remote Six Figure Jobs with Michele Lambert and Alex Booth | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:57:37 | |
What does it really take to land a six-figure remote job? In this episode of Rich and Remote, Karla Singson Booth is joined by Michelle Lambert, founder of Bella Connections, and Alex Booth, founder of GetCSM, to break down what companies are actually looking for when hiring for six-figure remote roles. Beyond years of experience and impressive credentials, the conversation explores what really makes a candidate stand out. Michelle and Alex share what they see on the hiring side, including why proven results, specialized skills, curiosity, culture fit, and the willingness to keep learning can matter more than simply having a long resume. They also get honest about what can disqualify candidates, how to spot questionable job postings, why applicants should be evaluating companies just as much as companies evaluate them, and what candidates may not realize about the opportunities waiting for them once they get inside the right organization. If you're looking for a six-figure remote job, thinking about making a career move, or wondering what hiring managers actually notice during an interview, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you stand out and find the right opportunity. In this episode:
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| How to Deal with Anxiety in Business | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:20:00 | |
Some stretches in business test everything you think you know about yourself, your team, and your ability to keep showing up. In this solo episode of Rich and Remote, Karla opens up about one of those stretches, including a client dispute she is still a little annoyed about and a moment of losing it that she does not usually talk about publicly. This is not a "just push through it" episode. Karla breaks down what anxiety actually is, why almost every entrepreneur she knows hits this same wall, and the handful of practices that have kept her from letting it run her business or her life. If you have ever felt like you are doing everything right and still bracing for the next thing to go wrong, this one will feel like a long exhale. In this episode:
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| Delight Means Dollars: Iconic Customer Success Stories | 16 Jun 2026 | 01:19:31 | |
What makes a customer stay, spend more, and tell everyone about your business? In this episode of Rich and Remote with Alex and Karla Booth, Alex and Karla talk about the kinds of customer experiences people never forget. The ones that go beyond good service and create real loyalty. When someone spends money with your business, there’s already a baseline expectation. But every now and then, a brand delivers an experience so thoughtful, so seamless, or so unexpectedly good that it completely changes how you see them. That’s what this conversation is about. Alex and Karla unpack some of their favorite examples of exceptional customer experience, what makes those moments stand out, and why customer success is one of the most overlooked growth strategies for online businesses. This episode is especially relevant for agency owners, consultants, service providers, and remote businesses that want stronger retention, better referrals, and customers who keep coming back. In this episode:
If you want to build a business people don’t just buy from, but genuinely love, this episode will give you a lot to think about. Resources
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| How I Work 20 Hours a Week as a CEO, Investor & Wife (No Hustle) | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:19:11 | |
What if working less could actually make you a better CEO? In this solo episode of Rich and Remote with Alex and Karla Booth, Karla shares the principles that help her run a business, lead a large team, and protect her energy without letting work take over her whole life. This is not a “wake up at 4am and optimize every second” kind of episode. It’s a more honest conversation about how real entrepreneurs can build more freedom, avoid burnout, and focus on the work that actually moves the business forward. If you’ve ever wondered how to work fewer hours, make better decisions, and stop feeling like your business owns you, this one is worth a full listen. In this episode:
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| Building a Personal Brand that Commands Millions with Ruheene Jaura of Brandpod AI | 02 Jun 2026 | 01:01:43 | |
After years of building campaigns for brands like Marvel, Apple, Amazon, and Motorola, Ruheene Jaura realized something surprising: Most brilliant founders stay invisible not because they lack expertise, but because they never learned how to communicate their value clearly. In this episode of Rich and Remote, we unpack personal branding, founder visibility, storytelling, thought leadership, content strategy, and why modern entrepreneurs need more than just a great product to grow. The conversation explores how founders can build authority online without sounding performative, how storytelling shapes trust, and why the right messaging creates opportunities long before a sales call ever happens. If you are building a remote business, agency, startup, consultancy, or personal brand, this episode will completely change how you think about visibility. In this episode:
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| How to Raise Entrepreneurial Kids | 25 May 2026 | 00:32:38 | |
Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, family, freedom, business, and childhood all collided into one deeply personal conversation on Rich and Remote. In this episode, Karla reflects on the childhood experiences, parenting dynamics, and life lessons that quietly shaped her entrepreneurial mindset long before business was ever part of the conversation. This is not parenting advice from a parenting expert. It is insight from the perspective of an entrepreneurial child looking back and recognizing what actually mattered. The episode explores independence, responsibility, curiosity, trust, resilience, freedom, and why some environments naturally create entrepreneurial thinking while others unintentionally suppress it. For founders building families alongside businesses, this conversation will probably hit closer to home than expected. In this episode:
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| Scaling Agencies from 0 to $1M to Exit with John Doherty | 18 May 2026 | 01:01:50 | |
Most agency founders think scaling means more clients, more hires, and more revenue. John Doherty thinks that mindset is exactly why so many agency owners burn out. In this episode of Rich and Remote, we unpack what actually makes an agency valuable, profitable, sustainable, and eventually sellable. The conversation dives into founder bottlenecks, operational chaos, delegation, profitability, remote teams, agency valuation, and why some smaller agencies quietly outperform larger competitors. If you run an agency, consultancy, service business, or remote company, this episode will probably challenge a few assumptions. In this episode:
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| Customer-First Affiliate Programs: How to Turn Happy Clients into Referral Engines | 11 May 2026 | 00:46:12 | |
We just got back from volunteering at LIV Golf Mexico City and somehow turned exhaustion, golf, customer success, and referrals into one of the most practical business conversations we’ve had on Rich and Remote. From burnout prevention to sustainable business growth, this episode dives into the relationship-first systems behind referrals that actually last. The conversation explores why referrals still outperform most acquisition channels, what separates thriving affiliate programs from the ones that quietly die off, and why customer experience matters more than most founders realize. We also break down the timing behind referral asks, the psychology of trust, how to stay top-of-mind without becoming annoying, and the subtle mistakes businesses make when trying to “activate” their customer base. There’s also a deeper look into customer journeys, onboarding, “time to first value,” and how strong relationships quietly compound into long-term growth. For founders, agencies, SaaS companies, coaches, and remote teams, this episode is packed with practical insights on building referral systems that feel human instead of transactional. In this episode:
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| 5 Unconventional Sales Tactics that Got Us To $1M in One Year | 04 May 2026 | 00:20:38 | |
When we rebuilt the business, we made one thing non-negotiable. We always had sales calls on the calendar. No fancy funnels. And somewhere between hundreds of calls, awkward silences, and saying no to the wrong clients… things started to click. This episode breaks down the five sales habits that actually moved the needle. The ones that feel almost too simple to work. Like knowing when to stop talking. This is how we closed clients early. In this episode:
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| Bali Remote Life – Is It Really the Dream? | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:22:23 | |
Bali gets talked about like it’s the ultimate remote work destination. Cheap. Beautiful. Full of entrepreneurs. But there’s a side to it that most people don’t think about until they’re already there. In this episode of Rich and Remote, we break down the reality behind the hype. Not just what makes Bali attractive… This isn’t a “Bali is good” or “Bali is bad” conversation. It’s a reality check. In this episode, we talk about: • Why Bali became the poster child for remote work If Bali is on your list, or already on your mind, this will give you a clearer perspective before you commit. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote
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| Dealing with the Hustle and Redefining Your Rich Life with Townsend Wardlaw | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:51:20 | |
What if the thing keeping your business stuck… is you? In this episode of Rich and Remote with Alex and Karla Booth, Alex and Karla sit down with Townsend Wardlaw for a conversation about Founder identity, success, freedom, and the hidden mindset patterns that can quietly turn a growing business into a prison. Townsend shares why so many high performers hit the same wall, why more strategy isn’t always the answer, and what actually needs to shift when you want to grow without losing yourself in the process. This one is for Founders, entrepreneurs, and ambitious people who know they’re capable of more but are starting to wonder if “working harder” is really the move. In this episode:
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| More Cringe, More Money | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:41:18 | |
What if being a little more cringe is actually good for business? In this solo episode of Rich and Remote with Alex and Karla Booth, Karla talks about why visibility matters more than polish, why being too “normal” online can make you invisible, and how bold self-expression can open doors in business. If you’ve been holding back online because you don’t want to look awkward, annoying, or too much, this episode is your reminder that playing it safe might actually be costing you. In this episode:
This one’s for the business owner, creator, or entrepreneur who knows they have something valuable to say but needs a little more courage to actually say it. Connect with Karla
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| The Athlete’s Edge: Why Entrepreneurs Should Stay in the Game | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:22:16 | |
What if the skills that make you great at business are the same ones you learned playing sports? In this solo episode of Rich and Remote, Alex Booth explores the surprising connection between sports and entrepreneurship, and why the lessons learned on the field, mountain, court, or trail can have a lasting impact on how you build a business. Drawing from his own experience with competitive snowboarding, Alex shares how repeatedly failing, taking calculated risks, networking, and becoming completely committed to a goal shaped the way he approaches entrepreneurship. He also looks at the growing connection between athletes and successful business leaders, from CEOs with competitive sports backgrounds to entrepreneurs who built businesses around the sports they loved. The conversation goes beyond simply staying active. Alex breaks down three skills he believes sports can develop that directly transfer into entrepreneurship: resilience under repeated failure, comfort with calculated risk, and identity fusion. If you're an entrepreneur, thinking about starting a business, or raising kids who you hope will become confident and resilient adults, this episode offers a different perspective on why sports might be one of the best training grounds for life and business. In this episode:
Whether you're already an entrepreneur or simply looking for a better way to build resilience, confidence, and meaningful connections, this episode might make you look at sports a little differently. Listen to Rich and Remote
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| The Strange Reality of Entrepreneurship: When Friends and Family Go Quiet | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:42:02 | |
We didn’t expect this part of building a business. You start something. And then… it gets quiet. In this episode of Rich and Remote, we talk about a side of entrepreneurship that rarely gets said out loud. The lack of support. This isn’t about blaming anyone. It’s about understanding what’s really happening and how to keep going when the validation you thought you’d have… isn’t there. In this conversation, we talk about:
If you’ve ever felt like you’re building something on your own, this episode will hit closer than you expect. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you. See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time. Chapters
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| What Actually Took Us to Seven Figures in a Year with No Ads | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:27:08 | |
I’ve been asked this question more times than I can count. How did Proximity Outsourcing reach seven figures without running ads? In this episode of Rich and Remote, I finally break down the behind-the-scenes habits and decisions that made the biggest difference when I restarted the company from scratch. When I relaunched the business, I had a rare opportunity. I could rebuild everything. The culture, the sales process, the marketing, and the kind of team I wanted to lead. There were no paid ads driving growth. Instead, it came down to a handful of simple principles that compound when you practice them consistently. Some of them are tactical. Some of them are about leadership. And some of them completely changed how I think about building a company. In this conversation, I share the lessons that helped me grow faster than I expected and the mistakes that forced me to level up as a founder. In this episode, we talk about:
If you’re building an online business or managing a remote team, this episode will give you a rare look at what actually moves the needle behind the scenes. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you. See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time. Chapters
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| How to Build a Viral Personal Brand Without Losing Yourself | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:37:37 | |
A lot of Founders don’t lose themselves in relationships or bad jobs. They lose themselves in their brand. The internet rewards exaggeration. Algorithms reward performance. Virality rewards being loud, contrarian, and constantly visible. And somewhere in the middle of trying to grow, many Founder slowly become a hollow character. In this episode of Rich & Remote, I unpack a question I get asked often by people who follow my content and eventually meet me in real life: How do you build a viral personal brand without losing your identity? This conversation is about how to scale visibility while staying rooted in who you really are. In this episode, we talk about:
After years of building a personal brand that drives millions of impressions and helped grow a seven-figure company without ads, I’ve learned that attention is powerful but it can also be dangerous if you’re not grounded. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you. See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time. Chapters
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| The Lowdown on Entrepreneur Coliving with Cat Gong | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:50:02 | |
In this episode of Rich & Remote, Karla is joined by Cat Gong, a tech consultant turned community curator who is building something special in Cape Town, South Africa. Cat shares how her own remote work journey led her from Hawaii to Europe and eventually to launching Tempo Coliving, a curated living experience designed for location independent entrepreneurs and professionals. What started as a pandemic shift toward remote freedom turned into a deeper realization about community, connection, and intentional living. They talk about why Cape Town is quietly becoming one of the most compelling destinations for digital nomads. Mountains meet the ocean. Surf in the morning. Work in the afternoon. Sunset dinners at night. All within twenty minutes of each other. But this conversation goes deeper than scenery. Cat explains why coliving is not a hostel and not just shared rent. It is curated chemistry. It is living with people who are building, exploring, and choosing freedom in real time. It is about who you become when you step outside autopilot and into community. They unpack: • What makes coliving different from roommates or short term rentals They also talk about spontaneity, shared dinners, sunrise hikes, no phone focus sessions, and the magic that happens when ambitious people live under one roof. If you have ever wondered what it would feel like to work remotely in one of the most beautiful cities in the world while living alongside other founders, creatives, and operators, this episode gives you the full picture. There is currently one final room available at Tempo Coliving in Cape Town. If this lifestyle speaks to you, visit: tempocoliving.com Apply, get on a call, and see if it is the right fit. If the current cohort is full, join the waitlist for the next chapter. This might be the season you vote with your feet. If you are building a remote business and want your money to support your life instead of quietly controlling it, this episode will help you rethink your relationship with spending, success, and self trust. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you. See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time. Chapters
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| Mindful Spending and the Quiet Power of Financial Control | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:26:28 | |
In this episode of Rich & Remote, Karla Singson shares a personal and honest reflection on money, self control, and the hidden link between spending habits and freedom. She opens up about how moving homes forced her to confront years of impulse buying, emotional spending, and the quiet stress that often follows financial success. Karla walks through her shift toward mindful spending and how learning to pause before purchasing became a powerful tool for reclaiming control. What started as a practical experiment turned into a mindset shift that reduced anxiety, sharpened focus, and created space for what truly matters. Throughout the episode, Karla connects money decisions to the larger Rich & Remote lifestyle. When spending becomes intentional, businesses feel lighter to run, personal choices become clearer, and freedom stops feeling like a moving target. This conversation reframes financial discipline not as deprivation, but as self respect and long term leverage. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Karla also shares real life examples of emotional spending, social media influence, and the internal dialogue many founders experience once they reach a certain income level. Her reflections offer a grounded reminder that freedom is not about how much you earn, but how consciously you choose. If you are building a remote business and want your money to support your life instead of quietly controlling it, this episode will help you rethink your relationship with spending, success, and self trust. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you. See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time. Chapters
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| Building Businesses Customers Never Want to Leave with Alex and Karla Booth | 29 Dec 2025 | 01:20:10 | |
In this episode of Rich & Remote, Karla Singson sits down with Alex Booth to talk about one of the most overlooked drivers of freedom in business: customer experience. They explore why the businesses that feel easiest to run are often the ones that invest deeply in retention, loyalty, and genuine care for their customers. Instead of chasing constant growth, these companies focus on creating experiences that make people stay, refer, and advocate. Alex shares real-world stories from his work in customer success, highlighting how small, intentional moments can create massive long-term impact. From simple gestures to well-designed systems, this conversation shows how customer experience becomes a leverage point for founders who want stability, predictability, and more control over their time. Karla connects the dots between customer delight and the Rich & Remote lifestyle. When customers stay longer and trust you more, businesses become calmer to operate, teams become easier to manage, and founders gain the space to design their work and life with intention. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Alex also shares insights from helping fast-growing online businesses improve customer retention, lifetime value, and loyalty through better systems and clearer ownership. The conversation reframes customer success as a foundation for long-term independence, not just a support function. If you want to build a business that feels lighter, more sustainable, and aligned with the life you want to live, this episode will shift how you think about customers and growth. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you. See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time. Chapters
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| Growing Profitable Ecom Communities with Shin Takeda | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:50:18 | |
In this episode, Karla sits down with Shin Takeda, one of the smartest young operators in the ecommerce space and the community strategist behind several fast-growing creator and ecommerce brands. Shin shares his journey from scrappy experimenter to becoming the go-to guy for building profitable, engaged online communities that don’t just gather people, they convert, retain, and create real brand loyalty. From his early missteps in dropshipping to managing multimillion-dollar launches, Shin breaks down what actually works when creating communities that feel alive, valuable, and worth paying for. You’ll also hear how he navigated opportunities with some of the biggest names in the digital world, why ecommerce founders misunderstand “community,” and the simple frameworks he uses to drive engagement without burning himself or the audience out. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Karla and Shin also dive into real stories from Shin’s early days: the risks he took, the big breaks, the hard lessons, and the moment he realized community building wasn’t just a “nice to have,” but one of the most reliable profit centers in modern ecommerce. If you’re running an ecommerce brand, building in the creator economy, or experimenting with paid groups, this episode will give you a clearer blueprint for building a community that thrives and pays for itself many times over. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Shin Takeda:
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| Zero to Your First $20K/Month with Alex and Karla Booth | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:28:32 | |
In this episode, Alex and Karla Booth break down the real lessons behind growing from zero to a steady $20K a month in online business revenue. They share the mindset shifts, daily habits, and systems that took them from uncertainty to consistency, and why most people give up right before it starts to work. Alex opens up about leaving corporate life at Microsoft and Amazon to build his own business from scratch, while Karla reflects on how staying consistent with lead generation and storytelling built her outsourcing company into a long-term success. Together, they reveal the six core lessons that helped them reach financial stability and freedom without losing their sanity. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Alex and Karla also share stories of their early struggles, from endless lead generation hours to learning the power of consistent storytelling and human connection. Their advice is honest, simple, and designed for entrepreneurs ready to take their income and independence seriously. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to hit your first $20K month without burning out, this episode will show you the blueprint. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you. See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time. | |||
| Peaceful Sales: How to Make Selling Anything Online Easy for Everyone with Pete Scott | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:40:42 | |
In this episode, Karla sits down with Pete Scott, creator of the Peaceful Sales method, to talk about how selling online can feel calm, natural, and even enjoyable, whether you’re an introvert, an expert, or someone who hates “selling.” Pete breaks down the psychology behind why people buy, why most coaches and creators overcomplicate the process, and how shifting your energy can transform your sales calls, your content, and the way clients respond to you. He shares the real reason people freeze up when it’s time to talk about their offer, and why emotional regulation, not scripts, is the secret ingredient behind effortless sales. Karla and Pete dive into the biggest misconceptions about selling online, the hidden fears that stop people from making money, and the simple framework that helps you sell authentically without pressure or pushiness. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Pete also shares powerful insights from his years of coaching sales professionals, including real examples of how small emotional shifts changed not just their business results but their confidence, presence, and relationships. His approach is simple, grounded, and refreshingly human, making sales feel accessible even for people who think they’re “not good at it.” If you’ve ever felt anxious before a sales call or unsure how to talk about your offer online, this episode will give you the tools, clarity, and peace of mind to start selling with confidence. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Join the Community: Explore his methodology in the Peaceful Sales Community with Pete Scott. Deep Dive: Buy his book to learn the complete Peaceful Sales framework. Connect with Pete:
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| I Loved My Job, Hated My Life with Alex and Karla Booth | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:35:35 | |
In this episode, Alex and Karla Booth open up about the side of success no one talks about: what it feels like to finally get the dream job, the dream income, the dream city, and still feel completely stuck. Alex shares his journey from Microsoft to Amazon, where he had everything he thought he wanted (a great salary, a beautiful Seattle life, a prestigious role, and a clear path upward), but inside he felt trapped. He talks about the exact moment he realized he loved his job but hated his life, and why staying on that path would have cost him more than it gave. Karla reflects on watching Alex’s inner shift happen in real time, why so many "high achievers" hit this invisible wall, and what it really takes to admit that something isn’t working, even when it looks perfect on paper. Together, they break down the emotional, psychological, and practical turning points that pushed them toward remote work, freedom, and a life designed intentionally. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Alex and Karla also share intimate, raw moments from this season of transition (from burnout weekends to long commutes to feeling like life only existed on Saturdays). Their stories offer an honest look at what it’s like to outgrow a life you worked so hard to build, and why choosing yourself isn’t selfish but necessary. If you’ve ever wondered what it really feels like to look successful on the outside while struggling internally, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing f... | |||
| Leadership in the Age of AI with David Chung | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:42:23 | |
Why do so many AI rollouts fail, even when everyone has access to the best tools? In this episode of Rich and Remote, Alex and Karla Booth sit down with David Chung, Fractional Chief AI Officer and founder of Kyber5, to explore why AI adoption isn't really a technology problem, it's a leadership problem. While many business owners have already introduced AI tools to their teams, few are seeing meaningful results. David explains why simply adding ChatGPT or Claude to your tech stack isn't enough, and why successful AI adoption starts with trust, communication, and a clear strategy from leadership. The conversation dives into the biggest mistakes companies make when introducing AI, how to create a culture where employees feel safe using it, and why the businesses that thrive won't necessarily be the ones with the best tools but the ones with the most adaptable people. If you're leading a team, running a business, or wondering how AI will reshape the future of work, this episode offers a practical framework for building an AI-enabled organization without losing the human side of your business. In this episode:
Whether you're just beginning your AI journey or trying to improve how your team uses it, this conversation will help you think beyond tools and focus on what actually drives transformation. Listen to Rich and Remote
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| 10 Mistakes that Founders Make when They Outsource on their Own | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:26:05 | |
Well, the title says it all. Check out this episode for the Top 10 that Founders make when they Outsource on their Own. I’ve been in this industry for almost a decade and I’ve seen Founders make these mistakes over and over again when they choose to do DIY outsourcing. Of course, before they come to us. There’s tons of nuances that go into it, and in this podcast, I share it all. This is a juicy behind-the-scenes episode, brought only by someone with our experience of hiring 500+ VAs, managers, and team members, and helping hundreds of clients over the years. I love talking about this topic because it helps me help Founders in our pursuit of living life and doing business on our own terms. That’s my vibe, always. And I’ll always root for you! When you’re ready for some pros to get you out of this rut though, check out how you can grow your online business fast and easy with managed outsourcing here. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic you want us to unpack, business or not, send us a message and tell us why it matters to you. See you next week, and remember, freedom is built one smart move at a time. | |||
| Stupidly Simple Ways to Get Clients for Your B2B Online Business | 03 Jun 2024 | 00:35:11 | |
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| Our Best Practices for Outsourcing (First Edition) | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:12:27 | |
In this episode, Karla Singson pulls back the curtain on how outsourcing really works: beyond the hype, beyond the buzzwords, and beyond the unrealistic expectations many founders have when they hire their first remote professional. Karla takes you behind the scenes of Proximity Outsourcing’s systems, explaining why most outsourcing relationships fail not because of skill issues, but because of poor onboarding, unclear expectations, and zero communication structure. She breaks down the exact processes, forms, scorecards, and communication frameworks that have helped hundreds of founders scale faster, manage less, and avoid the classic “VA nightmare” stories that flood the internet. Whether you’re hiring your first remote professional or scaling your 10-person offshore team, this episode gives you the mindset and infrastructure needed to make outsourcing work smoothly from Day 1. In this episode, you’ll learn:
This episode is quick, practical, and built to help you avoid the common pitfalls founders face when outsourcing for the first time. If you want your hire to feel aligned, supported, and successful, instead of confused, overwhelmed, or underperforming, this is the episode to listen to. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Chapters
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| How we Work at Proximity Outsourcing | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:11:31 | |
In this episode, Karla Singson walks you through exactly what it looks like to work with Proximity Outsourcing, from the first consultation to ongoing support, replacements, and worst case scenarios. If you have ever wondered how the process works, what makes Proximity different, or what to expect as a client, this episode breaks everything down clearly and transparently. Karla shares the full behind the scenes of their three brands under Proximity Solutions LLC: In this episode, you’ll learn: What really happens during your free consult. Why recruitment takes two to three weeks. How your Client Success Manager supports you. How the top three candidates are chosen for you. What happens after you choose your hire. The full guarantee when things do not go as planned. Karla also gives honest insight into why the first 30 to 90 days with a remote hire feel messy, why communication with your CSM is crucial, and how Proximity handles issues quickly so you never feel stuck managing things alone. If you want a clear, transparent understanding of how Proximity Outsourcing works and what makes their process different, this episode will answer every question. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with someone chasing freedom, too. Got a topic... Chapters
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| 5 Roles You can Outsource for Revenue Optimization | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:19:10 | |
In this episode, Karla Singson challenges the traditional view of outsourcing. While many founders hire virtual assistants just to "save time" or handle administrative tasks, Karla reveals how to shift your strategy toward "Revenue Optimization" by hiring roles specifically designed to improve your bottom line. Karla shares her personal journey of growing her agency from zero to seven figures in a year without spending a single dollar on ads, attributing this success to strategic hiring. She breaks down the five specific roles that go beyond basic support and actually drive sales, retention, and business intelligence. Whether you are new to outsourcing or a veteran looking to scale, this episode provides a blueprint for turning your remote team into a profit-generating machine. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Karla’s advice is practical and results-oriented. If you have a working offer and you are ready to move the needle in your company, these five roles make it very hard to fail. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla:
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| What Makes us Different at Proximity Outsourcing | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:12:13 | |
What Makes Us Different at Proximity Outsourcing In this episode, Karla Singson opens up about something most outsourcing companies never talk about: what truly separates a great outsourcing partner from the dozens of agencies offering quick hires, generic VA pools, and low-cost labor. Karla pulls back the curtain on the philosophies, systems, vetting practices, and cultural foundations that make Proximity Outsourcing radically different, and why those differences directly impact the results founders get. She shares the behind-the-scenes decisions that shaped the company, from hiring only in stable regions of the Philippines to designing white-glove onboarding experiences that match each client’s goals. This episode is a rare transparent look at what it takes to hire and develop world-class remote professionals, and why so many founders struggle when they work with agencies that focus on speed instead of quality. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Karla’s honesty and passion shine through as she shares the philosophy that built Proximity Outsourcing into a trusted partner for founders worldwide. Whether you’re hiring your first VA or scaling an entire remote team, this episode will give you a clear understanding of what great outsourcing should look like. If you’ve ever wondered what makes some remote talent teams succeed while others collapse, this episode will give you clarity, standards, and inspiration. Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla:
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| The Lowdown: What It's Like Working with Filipinos on a Remote work Culture | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:35:04 | |
Karla Singson walks you through the real-world truth about hiring and working with Filipino teammates. Based on her years growing up in the Philippines and building Proximity Outsourcing, Karla explains how Filipino culture shows up at work, what to expect from communication and management, and how to get the best from an outstanding talent pool. Karla starts with background about the Philippines and the BPO industry, then moves into practical advice for hiring, onboarding, giving feedback, and creating a culture that helps Filipino remote professionals thrive. This episode is perfect for founders, hiring managers, and team leaders who want to work respectfully and effectively with Filipino talent. In this episode you will learn: The most intriguing part Why listen Resources and links Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/RichandRemote Follow Alex and Karla: Big thanks to our sponsors Proximity Outsourcing, Huckleberry Consulting, and GetCSM for making this episode possible! ... Chapters
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| How to ACTUALLY Make Millions with Content with Kevin Yee | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:56:06 | |
Most creators don't have a content problem. They have a monetization problem. In this episode of Rich and Remote, Karla Singson Booth and Alex Booth sit down with Kevin Yee, former Head of Sales for Ali Abdaal, who is building his seven-figure YouTube business in public. Kevin shares what he's learning as he grows his creator business, along with the lessons he learned helping scale high-ticket sales for one of YouTube's biggest creators. From building trust before the sales call to designing offers that practically sell themselves, he explains what separates creators who build profitable businesses from those who simply accumulate views. The conversation explores why audience size isn't the metric that matters most, how founders should think about delegating sales, and why the strongest creator businesses are built around solving one clear problem instead of chasing viral content. If you're building a personal brand, growing a YouTube channel, or using content to attract clients, this episode offers practical insights on turning attention into a sustainable business. In this episode:
If you're creating content to grow your business, not just your following, this episode will help you think differently about sales, positioning, and long-term growth. Listen to Rich and Remote
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| 3 Real Reasons Why You Work 60+ Hours a Week | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:24:05 | |
What if burnout is not just a time management problem? In this solo episode of Rich and Remote, Karla Singson Booth gets honest about something a lot of entrepreneurs quietly normalize: being constantly busy, constantly tired, and somehow still feeling behind. Instead of giving another surface-level productivity checklist, Karla goes deeper, into founder burnout and the real culprits underneath. She unpacks why some founders struggle to delegate, why "high standards" can sometimes hide something else entirely, and why certain business models keep people trapped in overwork no matter how disciplined they try to be. Here's what you'll learn: How to spot when burnout isn't about your time management, it's about your business model. Why delegation without guilt matters more than grinding harder. And how to build a sustainable entrepreneurship practice that doesn't demand you sacrifice everything to make it work. This episode is especially for founders who have built something real, but are starting to realize that the way they are working may not be sustainable. If you're overwhelmed, exhausted, and wondering if there's a better structure underneath all this, this one's for you. In this Episode:
If you’ve been telling yourself you just need to be more disciplined, this episode may help you look at the problem differently. Listen to Rich and Remote
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| Thoughts on Leaving Your Hometown | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:40:06 | |
What happens when the place that shaped you is also the place you feel called to outgrow? In this episode of Rich and Remote, Alex and Karla Booth talk about something deeply personal for both of them: leaving their hometowns, building a life elsewhere, and making peace with what that decision gives and takes away. From Idaho to Davao, from Seattle to Thailand to Mexico, this conversation moves through the emotional and practical sides of leaving home. They unpack the pressure to stay, the reasons people go, the identity shifts that come with starting over, and why sometimes leaving is not rejection, but expansion. This episode is especially for anyone who has ever felt torn between comfort and growth, family and freedom, roots and reinvention. In this episode:
If you’ve been wondering whether leaving home would change your life for the better, this one might stay with you. More from Rich and Remote
If this episode has you thinking more seriously about building a business that gives you more freedom, here are two places to start: Build your remote team with Proximity OutsourcingIf you are growing an agency or online business and need support without the usual hiring headaches, Proximity Outsourcing helps Founders build reliable remote teams for manager and marketing roles, without micromanaging or overpriced labor. If your business needs better customer retention, stronger loyalty, or a world-class Customer Success Manager, GetCSM helps companies hire and onboard top-tier client and customer success talent, with support, training, and ongoing coaching built in.
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| The ROI of PR is Forever with Bryce North | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:33:25 | |
What if PR is not just about visibility but about building the kind of trust that keeps paying you back for years? In this episode of Rich and Remote with Alex and Karla Booth, Alex and Karla sit down with Bryce North, founder of Don’t Be A Little Pitch, to talk about what PR really does for a business when it’s done well. Bryce shares why most founders think about PR the wrong way, why trust beats leads in the early stages, and how earned media can shape everything from partnerships and sales conversations to hiring and authority in your space. This is a really good episode for founders, coaches, consultants, personal brands, and online business owners who know they need visibility, but want visibility that actually compounds. In this episode:
If you’ve ever wondered whether PR is really worth it — or how to think about it beyond short-term leads — this episode will give you a much better lens. Connect with Bryce North
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| The State of Social Media in 2026 with Kate Buck Jr. | 30 Jun 2026 | 01:03:28 | |
The State of Social Media in 2026 with Social Media OG Kate Buck Jr.
Everyone published their "2026 trends" list in January. Then they stopped paying attention. The problem is that the year already moved. What looked true in Q1 is not what's actually showing up in the data now, and the gap between the two is where most personal brands are about to lose six months they can't get back. So we did something different. We pulled the real numbers from Hootsuite, Sprout Social, and Metricool's study of more than 39 million posts, then sat down with someone who has watched every algorithm shift since 2008 to make sense of it. Here's the part we'll say out loud: the things winning in the back half of 2026 are the exact things AI cannot fake. One of them is hiding in plain sight, and most people are doing the opposite of what the data rewards. We name it in the episode. About my guest: Kate Buck Jr.Kate Buck Jr., known online as @katebuckjr or simply "KBJ," has been called the Godmother of Social Media, and the title is earned. She got her start on Twitter in 2008, accidentally built a reputation as a social media expert by answering questions, and within 18 months was earning more than double her previous income. That accident became an empire. Today the numbers speak for themselves. She has trained over 50,000 social media managers and built a boutique agency serving names like Keala Kanae, Perry Belcher, Mark Moss, and Russell Brunson. She has consulted with top brands and spoken on stages worldwide, including SXSW and the Traffic & Conversion Summit. She is the founder and CEO of Social Media Pro, the certification her students proudly display on their profiles year after year, and she runs it all as a full-time digital nomad. She has also burned it down and rebuilt more than once, which is exactly why her read on what's coming next is worth more than a recycled trends post. Kate doesn't guess from vibes. She's been reading the signals for almost two decades. I’m lucky enough to have spent a huge chunk of my life with her, as best friends, since 2021. Fun fact: She was my maid-of-honor for my 2023 Mexico wedding! Kate and I nerd out on social media a lot, and this time, you get to be the fly on the wall. Why you'll want to hear this one If you have a personal brand and you use it to make money, this is the strategy session you didn't schedule but needed. We get into why the aesthetic influencer is quietly losing ground, why posting more is the wrong instinct right now, and the one format that has become completely human-proof. There's also a prediction about where the smart money is moving its budget before Q4, and a platform shift that has every agency scrambling for a point of view. We tell you what it is. We don't tell you what to do about it. That part's the conversation. Press play. Bring a notebook. This is the episode that decides how your next six months go. Check out the best of what Kate Buck Jr. teaches: Content Manager Pro (DISCOUNTED LINK): https://orders.socialmediapro.com/products-list?am_id=karla7458 Links and Resources
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| 23 Outsourceable Side Hustles | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:31:04 | |
If you’ve been thinking about starting a side hustle but don’t want to build another full-time job for yourself, this episode is for you. In this solo episode of Rich and Remote, Karla breaks down 23 outsourceable side hustle ideas you can build while still keeping your main business, main income, or full-time job intact. Some of these ideas have a physical component with online operations behind them. Others can be run almost entirely online. The common thread? They’re all businesses you can grow with the help of affordable, talented remote team members from the Philippines and Latin America. This is a practical episode for anyone who wants more income streams, more freedom, and more protection against whatever the economy decides to do next. In this episode:
If one of these ideas stands out to you and you want help figuring out the right team structure, the right roles to hire, or how to actually get it off the ground, book a call here: https://proximityoutsourcing.com/book-a-call Resources
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