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Mexican word of the day: Guanajuato. Founder of Digital Nomad Kit Hannah, is living in happy Mexico and coaching people on how to get clients as a virtual assistant
Episode 4130th August 2022 • EXPAT CONSULTING PODCAST • Jalila Clarke
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If you're looking for an amazing place to live and travel, look no further than the Mexican word of the day, Guanajuato! UK expat Hannah lives in Guanajuato Mexico with her wife Kim and has found her new home to be a vibrant city, home to friendly people, great food, and diversity of the landscape. You'll never get bored here - the city offers plenty of activities for everyone, from skiing in the mountains to swimming in the ocean. If you're looking for a digital nomad mecca, this is it!

Listen to episode 41 guest Hannah, on being a UK expat, enjoying living life abroad, from France to Belgium as a teenager, and later on as an adult from Thailand, to Germany, to Austria, to Sumatra, and Italy, meeting the love of her life, her wife Hannah, and building a thriving helping others to become a digital nomad like herself. Listen to UK expat Hannah, now!

Mexican word of the day

Guanajuato is a beautiful central Mexican state which is known for its rich colonial history. Mexico is a country rich in culture and history, and its language is no exception.


What does Guanajuato mean ?


Guanajuato is a Mexican word that can trace its origins back to the Aztec civilization. Guanajuato is a word of Mexican origin. What does Guanajuato mean ? The name Guanajuato comes from the Nahuatl word "cuauhnāhuatl", meaning "hill of frogs" or "place of frogs".


According to legend, the city was founded by a group of Aztec hunters who were chasing a frog through the hills. The frog led them to a spring of freshwater, and they decided to settle there. 


According to another legend, the city was founded after an indigenous woman had a dream in which she was told to settle at the junction of two rivers. When she awoke, she found herself surrounded by frogs, and so she took this as a sign that she should indeed build her home there.


Today, the image of a frog is often used as a symbol of the city. 


The name Guanajuato eventually came to be used for the entire state of Guanajuato, which is located in central Mexico. Today, the word Guanajuato is still used to refer to both the state and its capital city.


This charming name is fitting for the state, as it is home to many picturesque towns and villages set amidst rolling hills and lush green fields. Founded in the 16th century, by Spanish conquistadors, Guanajuato was once an important silver-mining region, and its colonial architecture reflects the wealth that was generated during this period.


Today, Guanajuato is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the state is a popular tourist destination, with its charming towns, winding streets, bustling marketplaces, and beautiful scenery attracting visitors from all over the world. Whether you're interested in exploring Mexican history or culture or simply enjoying soaking up the atmosphere of a picturesque small town, continue to read on and learn about Guanajuato and why you should visit or maybe relocate to.


If you're looking for a taste of traditional Mexico, remember , the Mexican word of the day, Guanajuato. Guanajuato is worth a visit or relocation to.


And, of course, no trip to Guanajuato would be complete without trying some of the local cuisines.


Happy Mexico


With so much to do and see and eat in Guanajuato, no wonder Hannah and Kim are happy in their new home of Mexico.


Mexico is a place where people are generally very happy. In fact, Mexico is one of the happiest countries in the world, according to the World Happiness Report, in the top 50. There are many factors that contribute to this happiness, including the strong sense of family and community, the love of music and food, and the climate.


Of course, there are challenges in Mexico as well, but overall it is a country that brings joy to its people.


Hannah has been looking for a place like Guanajuato Mexico for a long time, happy Mexico, where she's enjoying running her business as well.


How to get clients as a virtual assistant?


Hannah Dixon is a Virtual Assistant Coach and Recruiter, and Founder of one of the largest and longest running VA training platforms, Digital Nomad Kit. She’s trained over 16,000 VAs who go on to work with top entrepreneurs and thought leaders.


Hannah focuses on creating standards of excellence in the remote workspace with regard to ethical pay, diversity, and creating meaningful communities. This has elevated her position as the go-to person for hiring ethically and intelligently. 


After 13 years of continuous travel, she’s a staple in the digital nomad scene and has been featured in Forbes, The James Altucher Report, iNews, Thrive Global, DNX and numerous other media outlets and stages on travel and entrepreneurship.


How to get clients as a virtual assistant? There are a number of ways to get clients as a virtual assistant. One of the best ways is to connect with other business owners who may need your help. You can also reach out to family and friends, as well as colleagues and acquaintances. Ask if anyone knows of any businesses or individuals who could use your help.


You can also search online job boards and websites that list remote work opportunities. Be sure to include details about your skills and experience, and include examples of your work if possible.


In addition, online directories and classified ads can be a great way to connect with potential clients. You can create a profile on a freelancing platform like Upwork or Fiverr. When searching for clients, be sure to target those who need the specific services you offer. When contacting potential clients, be professional and courteous, and be sure to include your contact information and rates.


There is a lot of competition out there for virtual assistants, but with the right approach, you can stand out from the crowd and attract clients.


Hannah's clients, through her stellar coaching, are landing clients, making a pretty good income, and living more enjoyable lives, even living abroad as an expat!


Hannah is so happy about the global community she has built and the benefit she is providing others by helping them better their lives.


If you want to know more insider knowledge about life as an expat living in various countries for 14 years, working for yourself as a virtual assistant, creating and running your business abroad, living in Guanajuato Mexico, and the very interesting experiences had by Hannah, tune in to episode 41 of the Are We Home Yet podcast and listen to Hannah!




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