Lovely to be in this group. I am originally from New Zealand – my journey to meeting and marrying my Spanish husband in 2016/2018 is a long one. I had a successful career in the finance sector in London – for over 12 years but before that various work commitments in Russia, the United States, Italy and various other countries.
Now based in the Sierra de Grazalema, Cadiz
I am still adapting – especially after being involved with an international business community all my life my biggest challenge continues in meeting other women who have also had lives and careers internationally.
Learn Spanish – especially if you plan to live in a predominantly non English speaking community.
Mainly learning how best to promote my holiday rental without using online travel agencies – I find it really interesting as Google analytics- writing my own website – learning about search engine optimisation is all new learning for me.
I’m very grateful for all of the women who have guided me in life – be it for work, personal challenges and socially.
My grandmother for her down to earth attitude and sense of humour, Amal Clooney for her intelligence and humanitarian work, Maya Angelou for her inspirational words.
Practical – hard working
Good quality sleep is fundamental to a balances life
My father’s watch
The Big Short – movie – helped me understand the financial crash of 2008 and how big banks played on the emotions of normal people who just wanted their own homes.
Slow down – walk in nature as much as you can.
My website: https://66royalstreet.com
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