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American citizens, in particular, face rather interesting challenges when it comes to living abroad and managing their finances. FATCA and tax reporting can make some people go batty! What exactly is the foreign income exclusion act? How does FATCA affect you? Should American citizens be investing while abroad at all? Is your tax situation bad enough that you've considered or should be considering renouncing US citizenship? In this final instalment with personal wealth manager Trey Archer, you'll hear all this and more. Find more on renunciation options on Trey's website, www.renouncinguscitizenship.com, or email an inquiry to trey.archer@renouncinguscitizenship.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // These ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Would you say that you have the perfect balance of priorities in your life? In this week's wrap up, Ally takes you on a bit of her personal journey through some real gut wrenching, eye-opening realizations of late of just how little she was truly valuing the work and relationships that matter the most in life and have put some boundaries in place to help keep her on track. In this show, you’ll hear more on that and hopefully be inspired to take a real, hard look at what’s on your plate and be sure that you’re putting first things first. // Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // These ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

In this third and final session with swing dancer, Ramona Staffeld, Limitless host, Pete Rogers, puts Ramona on the spot and asks some industry specific questions. What's it like to be a role model for so many on an international stage? What about the drama of the dance scene? Tune in to hear more on these topics, as well as some final inspiration on the power of simply showing up. // Connect with Ramona on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ramona.staffeld. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // These ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

More and more young families are relocating to China and oftentimes choosing to have children abroad. How do we ensure our best pre-conception health while living overseas? In this show, Ally caught up with health coach and personal trainer, Olga Nemchikova, to find out. A passionate advocate of health and wellness in Shanghai, Olga dropped her successful career in logistics three years ago in order to help people understand their bodies using a holistic approach encompassing food, physical activity, mindset and spirituality. Most recently, she is focused on helping couples to conceive through simple lifestyle changes and body awareness. Tune in to discover five simple ways to get you and your partners bodies in tip top shape to have a baby. // /Connect with Olga online at olganemchikova.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // These ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener

Driven by purpose, Cindy found her calling and moved from corporate American to the not-for-profit sector just last year as the CEO for Chunhui Children’s Foundation. In this episode, Cindy shares her transition from the executive fast track to leading one of China’s most recognized NGOs, the importance of a personal mission statement and how you can get working on yours today! // Connect with Cindy at cindy@chbaf.org. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // These ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Money management, despite being one of life's most important skills, is hardly touched upon in our schools. In this episode, installment 4 with personal wealth manager Trey Archer, Trey and Ally talk strategies for helping our kids become financially literate. No matter how old your kids are, tune in to hear some tips and tricks for teaching them the ropes. Connect with Trey at trey.archer@infinitysolutions.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsors Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. And Pacific Prime; get a free insurance quote online today at www.pacificprime.cn/en/ // These ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Feel like you have the basics of Mandarin covered? Looking for a way to wow your colleagues at work? Tune into this intermediate chengyu lesson to boost your vocabulary and take your Chinese to the next level. In this show: 乱七八糟 (luàn qī bā zāo) Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // These ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Impostor syndrome is a sneaking feeling that you’re a fake. You dismiss your achievements and successes as the result of timing, luck or anything else that’s beyond your control. Impostor syndrome can show up in all areas of our lives. Stick around to learn where it comes from and how on earth we can get over it! // Connect with Ally at ally@limitlesslaowai.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // These ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

As expats working in China, what options are out there for us to manage any extra RMB we have our hands? What's the risk of having too much local currency? And what implications does the devaluation of the yuan have on our hard-earned cash? In this episode, installment 3 with personal wealth manager Trey Archer, you'll hear answers to all these questions and three surefire ways to move your cash a little closer to home. // Connect with Trey by email at trey.archer@infinitysolutions.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsors Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. And Pacific Prime; get a quote online today at www.pacificprime.cn. // And finally... these ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Following our hearts and our convictions isn't always the easiest thing to do. In this show, founder and host, Ally Mona sat with Kim Gilliland, co-owner of Soapnut Republic, an award-winning business that offers an extensive line of non-toxic, biodegradable, allergen free household cleaning products to the China and Hong Kong markets. An advocate for going toxin-free in ALL areas of life, Ally loved sitting with a kindred spirit and digging into her entrepreneurial journey. Tune in to hear how Kim and her husband/business partner got going with Soapnut Republic, strategies for their success in both the expat and local markets as well as what's really at stake when we choose to clean with toxic materials in our homes. // Learn more on www.soapnutrepublic.com // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor, Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // Ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/surve

Internationally renowned swing dancer, Ramona Staffeld, and Limitless co-host Pete Rogers, go really deep into some incredible topics related to expat life, but also, just good life in general. Ramona talks transparently about abuse that has happened in her life and how she found her voice to speak out against it. They dig into how to make a marriage work while travelling globally. Even though she's based in Australia, her work situation mirrors so many of our own when it comes to having to manage relationships and careers abroad. Tune in to hear Ramona's take on all of these incredible topics, as well as how to gain more awareness in your own life and what you can do with it to claim back anything that's been taken from you. // Connect with Ramona on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ramona.staffeld. // Ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Feel like you're working REALLY hard to make a life in China work? Have you had any push back or challenges that seem insurmountable to your continued growth or success here? If so, you aren't alone! In this show with Vanessa Narvios, head of the Operations division of China Sports Promotions, organizers of high-end boxing events across Asia, most famously know in Shanghai as, “Brawl on the Bund” you'll hear all about how she defied the odds to land her dream job in China. Tune in to hear fantastic tips and tricks that she picked up along the way that will encourage you to keep at it another day! // Connect with Vanessa by email at vscain86@hotmail.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // Ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.  

Born in a refugee camp at the Thai frontier one week after her parents finally escaped the civil war which killed one fourth of the Cambodian population, Christine grew up in France in a difficult environment. In 2005 Christine left Paris for Shanghai and has been based in China ever since. Her China journey has taken various twists and turns that have shaped Christine into the accomplished public speaker, captivating storyteller, martial arts instructor and writing coach that she is today. Tune in to hear how Christine shares her experience and life lessons to inspire and motivate others to choose courage and go for their own dreams. // Connect with Christine by email at christine@christineleang.com and at her website, www.christineleang.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // And finally… ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Sustaining studying and living expenses for an Ivy League education can cost in the ballpark of $80,000 a year. For those of us with children, if we want to be in a financial situation to help lessen their load, we must, must, must start early and save for their education. In this show with with personal wealth manager Trey Archer you'll hear more on how we can make college savings worth everyone's while. // Connect with Trey by email at trey.archer@infinitysolutions.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsors Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // And finally... ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

In one of Ally's earliest episodes, she sat with Shenzhen resident Ashley Stahle and dug into what her day-to-day life is like. From raising kids abroad, to redefining her career goals to focus on her family and adjusting to a new Chinese city, Ashley's wisdom for those of us living and working abroad with a young family will encourage you. Tune in to hear her refreshing take on expat life in China. // Find more online at www.limitlesslaowai.com/astahle and connect with Ashley by email at astahle@gmail.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsors Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. And Pacific Prime; get a free quote that'll fit your insurance needs today at www.pacificprime.cn. // Ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

No one wants to think about NOT coming home from an international assignment, but the reality is, it can and does happen. Will you or your loved ones be cared for in the unlikely event of a death abroad? My guest on this show, personal wealth manager Trey Archer, and many wealth managers like him, consider a solid life insurance policy foundational to an individual and a family's financial health. Why is it so important? Should our spouse and children be covered as well? And what questions do we need to ask when choosing a plan? Tune in to find out! // Connect with Trey by email at trey.archer@infinitysolutions.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsors, Pacific Prime; connect today to get a free quote http://www.pacificprime.com/. And Concordia International School Shanghai; discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // And finally... ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Understanding the art of improvisation, and the necessity of risk taking are two essential skills that can help expats live well and adjust to life in China. In this interview with internationally renowned swing dancer Ramona Staffeld we explore how a healthy dance relationship is like any good relationship—how learning to lead and follow create a shared, authentic experience. She also speaks about the importance of being "bad" at something in order to stay emotionally grounded and how taking risks and getting out of your safe zone allow for the possibility of even greater things. Stick around to hear her take on all of these life-lessons essential for living as an expat in China, and beyond. // Connect with Ramona on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ramona.staffeld. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai. Discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // Ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaow

A feeling of identity loss is common among supporting spouses who uproot themselves out of a career for a move abroad. Ally's guest on this show, Amanda McNeice, is passionate about helping expats, particularly those in the supporting spouse role, navigate the waters of redefining their new identity now that they’ve packed up and and jumped on a plane. A Shanghai expat since 2010, Amanda shares some solid advice for how to thrive in China as a supporting spouse. Tune in to hear more of her mamapreneur story and be encouraged to take your own leaps of faith. // Connect with Amanda at www.amandamcneice.com or by email at amanda@amandamcneice.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai. Discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // And finally, ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

Jodie grew up in New Zealand and came to Shanghai eight years ago via London. She and her husband, Joe (nicknamed ‘Fish’), and kids left a fantastic set up as expats in London to leap into the great unknown of China and are now embracing this life with all its opportunities and challenges. Tune in to hear her insights on how and why to stay optimistic while living life in China. // Connect with Jody by email at jetsetjodie@gmail.com. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai. Discover more at www.concordiashanghai.org. // Ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey.

The sheer number of different forms of media we interact with all day long is astounding. Anyone miss the good ol' days of sitting back and reading a great paperback or, gasp, a newspaper?! We do! While it's undeniable that media has changed rapidly over the last decade or two and will continue to do so, are you aware of its impact on you? In this show, Ally had the honor of sitting with Cidonie Richards, Editor and Chief of Ringier Asia, who has spent the past 15 years of her career in journalism navigating through this change. What are the implications of the changing face of media to us as consumers? And what metrics should savvy marketers count towards the success of a campaign? Tune in to find out. // Find this show and more online at http://limitlesslaowai.com/cidonierichardsmedia // Ten quick questions will better your listener experience. Take the 2016 Listener Survey at www.limitlesslaowai.com/survey. // A special thanks to this episode's sponsor Concordia International School Shanghai. Discover more