The Mindset of Success for Black Expats and Entrepreneurs

Tori meets with Travel Journalist, Photographer and Digital Marketer, Erick Prince. In this timeless conversation, Erick and Tori discuss the mindsets and mentality needed for success as a Black person living overseas. Erick introduces us to his company “Minority Nomad”, how he started the company, and what it has taken for him to achieve his success.From the challenges of racism to the importance of self-awareness and the concept of "Black Privilege", Erick shares valuable insights on how to navigate these obstacles and achieve success. We explore topics such as the difference between "Little R" and "Big R" racism, the need to create communities for people of color, and the importance of being authentic and consistent. 

Interested in learning more about moving abroad, message Ebony Expats or Erick on Instagram.

Links/Resources:

Ebony Expats website: https://www.ebonyexpats.com/Ebony Expats Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ebonyexpats/

Minority Nomad website: https://minoritynomad.com/

Erick Prince's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minoritynomad/

Topics Discussed in this Episode: 

• Introduction [0:00]

• Black People in Asia [2:19]

• A Racist Thing vs. A ” You” Thing [5:52]

• Creating a Community for People of Color  in Bangkok [7:26]

• “Little R” Racism vs. “Big R” Racism [9:16]

• The Need to Travel More [11:35]

• We Can Die Tomorrow [13:32]

• Why is Erick So Happy? [16:33]

• Impatience [18:52]

• The Concept of Mastery [19:35]

• Never Chasing the Easy Money [20:53]

• The New Hack is Being Authentic [21:31]

• Being Consistent [22:32]

• What does Erick do and how did trusting the process/trusting the process/being patient got him to where he is? [25:14]

• Minority Nomad/The Black Travel Movement [26:27]

• Giving the Benefit of the Doubt for Community [29:49]

• The History of Minority Nomad [31:48]

• Being in it for “The Long Game” [33:13]

• “If it isn’t Helping You Grow/Thrive” [34:23]

• Taking Risks [36:12]

• Thriving Abroad [37:21]

• The Concept of “Black Privilege” [40:16]

• Skin Color Could Get You in the Door, But What Will  Keep You There? [41:36]

• Striving to be The Best at Your Thing as Possible [43:08]

• The Importance of Having Self Awareness [44:30]

• The Different Types of Friendships [46:16]

• Having to Work Today for What You Want Tomorrow [49:19]

• Making the Sacrifice [51:49]