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Hello, my name is Jacob Pugmire

a Taiwan-based creator, model, and modern-day adventurer known for his 101-day walk around Taiwan

— sharing raw, honest vlogs and a personal philosophy of self-mastery and freedom.

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Mar 20
People want to read writing written by humans, and Google knows this

People want to read writing written by humans, and Google knows this

Write more like a human - it's how you can stand out, stay in google rankings, and compete against AI.
1 min read
Mar 20
This is my personal blog - how it works

This is my personal blog - how it works

I'll write often, very often; I will capture all my thoughts, questions, troubles, adventures, stories, goals, resources - everything - and place it here.
2 min read
Mar 20
With the advent of AI, what is left for writers?

With the advent of AI, what is left for writers?

With the advent of AI, the new niche is the human experience - all the emotions you experience, your dreams and turmoils, interests and opinions. The new niche is you
1 min read
Mar 14
Grow your website using referrals

Grow your website using referrals

In the beginning, referrals are the best way to grow your website. Establish your area of expertise, create good content, and have other people recommend you.
3 min read
Mar 11
I posted my first YouTube video

I posted my first YouTube video

A lot of people are interested creating YouTube videos, but why haven't they started? Is it really that hard?
3 min read
Mar 04
Yilan surfing & sumo wrestling in the sand

Yilan surfing & sumo wrestling in the sand

Jacob Pugmire and his friends went to Yilan, Taiwan to surf. They ended up sumo wrestling in the sand.
3 min read
Mar 04
Say yes to spontaneity

Say yes to spontaneity

Say yes to those spontaneous adventures that will make your life more memorable and exciting. These moments will often teach you things that cannot be found elsewhere.
4 min read
Mar 03
The Three Freelancing Careers I Am Pursuing: Modeling, Personal Training, Teaching English

The Three Freelancing Careers I Am Pursuing: Modeling, Personal Training, Teaching English

I am a full-time freelancer. These are the three paths I am simultaneously walking: modeling, personal training, and teaching English.
1 min read
Mar 02
Where to Begin? The First Steps Of Freelancing

Where to Begin? The First Steps Of Freelancing

The first steps to freelancing are to establish your portfolio and to start posting advertisements in Facebook groups. Start attracting clients and begin work.
2 min read
Mar 01
Taking The Leap: Quitting My Comfortable Job To Forge My Own Path

Taking The Leap: Quitting My Comfortable Job To Forge My Own Path

I want more than an easy job. I want to be on a path of exponential, limitless growth, and a normal job is not doing that for me. That's why I decided to forge my own path.
2 min read
Feb 25
Xinyi - Formal Attire

Xinyi - Formal Attire

3 min read
Feb 25
Rock Climbing - Formal Attire

Rock Climbing - Formal Attire

1 min read