From Boston to Athens: Kathleen's Freelance Life in Greece

Kathleen O’Donnell is a freelance writer and former digital nomad who has lived in Greece full-time since 2022. Athens, with all its chaotic charm, has become Kathleen’s home, and her love for the country keeps getting stronger. Kathleen found clients, built a life in Greece, and secured a residency visa in Greece while growing her business into a sustainable and successful company. IN THIS VIDEO: - How Kathleen transitioned from a corporate job in Boston to freelancing in Greece - Requirements for the Greek digital nomad visa and residency permit - Why Athens is an amazing city, but it’s not for everyone - How Kathleen built a successful freelance writing business - How Greek bureaucracy can contribute to uncertainty as an expat - Advice for women over 30 who want to move abroad but feel scared Where to find Kathleen: - Substack: https://americangirlingreece.substack.com/ - Travel blog: https://www.mylonesomeroads.com/ - Greek digital nomad visa process: https://www.mylonesomeroads.com/how-to-apply-for-greece-digital-nomad-visa/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleenodonnell7/ 🍿WATCH NEXT "Move to Greece from the US | Helpful Tips for Beginners" - https://youtu.be/OzTtWOyhTgo RESOURCES FOR FUTURE EXPATS 💃🏽 She Hit Refresh Facebook group: Join our thriving community of over 17,000 women age 30+: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shehitrefresh/ ✈️ Move Abroad After 30 Masterclass: A four-day live training covering the essential steps to moving abroad, from visa options to mindset work. Join the waitlist at https://shehitrefresh.com/masterclass. 👯‍♀️ Refresher’s Lounge: A paid membership community for women actively planning their move abroad, offering ongoing support, resources, and a close-knit community. Join the waitlist at https://shehitrefresh.com/lounge. 📖 Updated Visa Guide to Europe: “I’m Outta Here! An American’s Ultimate Visa Guide to Living in Europe” covers 19 countries and 50+ visa options! Your purchase of this digital book includes lifetime access to updates. If you're looking to move to Europe, get your copy at https://shehitrefresh.com/visaguide. ⭐️ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR, INTERNATIONAL LIVING! ⭐️ A big thank you goes out to our new sponsor, International Living! Check them out for resources on retiring abroad, including: 🌏 34th Annual Global Retirement Index: https://www.shehitrefresh.com/retirementindex 🇬🇷 Why I Moved to Greece Alone (and Bought a €24K Airbnb in Athens) https://youtu.be/3xsqSayzT4E?si=JdPjmMfVfnmVmBPC EXTRA RESOURCES 💻 List of 25 Work From Anywhere Companies https://shehitrefresh.com/workfromanywhere 🚀 Move Abroad After 30 Guide https://shehitrefresh.com/moveabroadguide 👩🏻‍💻 STAY CONNECTED Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@SheHitRefresh Website: https://shehitrefresh.com/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shehitrefresh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shehitrefresh/ 📧 NEWSLETTER Get even more tips and resources on how to move abroad: https://shehitrefresh.com/newsletter #moveabroad #greecevisa #movingabroad