PJ Mantoss believes that anyone with enough grit can build a successful remote career because he did it himself. Before becoming the author of The Tech VA Blueprint, his path was anything but conventional. He studied Applied Geology, worked as a radio artiste, taught Maths, Physics, Biology, & Chemistry to high school students, and even served as a security guard.

This unique mix of experiences in fields like teaching, filmmaking, writing, and web tech prompted a former boss, William M. Ballance, to call him "a true renaissance man". PJ's story is the inspiration behind this book—proof that a passion for learning can transform your life. When he finally steps away from his PC, he’s usually reading a book or lifting weights at the gym. PJ lives in Cape Town, South Africa, and would love to connect with you on LinkedIn.