Tired of Playing It Safe at 45. So He Leapt—Now Runs a $7M+ Travel Startup
Andrew Motiwalla's inspiring journey to founding TheGoodLifeAbroad.com
What happens when you finally ask yourself: If not now, when?
That’s the question Andrew Motiwalla faced at 45. After a career that spanned the Peace Corps, co-founding ventures, and climbing to CRO, he was “doing the right thing.” But inside, a quiet voice reminded him of a different dream—something international, meaningful, and his.
So he did what few would and embarked on turning his lost cause into an UnLost Cause. He sold his equity in a previous venture, ran Facebook ads without a product, and tested his idea using $7,000, Stripe, Typeform, and grit.
[Note: Andrew shares a mini-Masterclass on how to test demand for his offering before jumping. Every entrepreneur can glean insightful nuggets from his analytical process.]
The result? A surge of demand from retirees eager to live abroad with purpose.
That idea became The Good Life Abroad, a travel company that generated $7 million in its first year. Andrew calls himself “an erratic entrepreneur,” but the truth is, he found his core. He built something aligned with his superpower—his passion for travel, community, and storytelling.
Here’s what Andrew we can all learn from him:
It’s not too late. In fact, now may be the best time.
Do an honest inventory of your strengths.
Don’t let someone else’s fears dictate your future.
Sometimes, following your passion is the smartest business move.
Your encore chapter is waiting. And like Andrew, you may be just one leap away from your Unlost Cause.
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