My greatest career failures and how I overcame them

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  • čas přidán 27. 07. 2024
  • Never let a good failure go to waste. Find the opportunity in your failure, and capitalize. It’s always there - I share my two greatest career failures to prove it. Who knows, maybe your next big failure could be the best thing that has ever happened to you.
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    How to talk to managers: • How to Talk to Managers
    0:00 The Wedding
    1:05 Failure #1 - The Offsite
    5:55 Failure #2 - The Manager
    9:41 Final Thoughts

Komentáře • 104

  • @Schang75
    @Schang75 Před 3 lety +3

    I have to say this is EXACTLY what I needed to hear/watch today. I just attended your SF webinar with a few other panelists and will have to continue watching more of your vids here to get a few laughs & insightful suggestions.

  • @shashichin8508
    @shashichin8508 Před 3 lety +5

    You are a true leader David!! Thanks for the advice and inspiration.

  • @benlafave5789
    @benlafave5789 Před 3 lety +1

    Great advice. Keep up the great videos! Thank you!

  • @avinash4560
    @avinash4560 Před 3 lety +4

    David.. You are the Anthony Robbins of the Salesforce world... Thanks a lot for the inspiration.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      Thanks lol great compliment!!

  • @erikehresmann4699
    @erikehresmann4699 Před 3 lety +2

    Hey David,
    Great video with some great stories!
    Your content is amazing and I've gotten a ton out of your Apex Academy courses.
    Keep on keeping on!

  • @getsimplesalesforce
    @getsimplesalesforce Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for taking the time to share all the insights from your life, really helpful!

  • @manivelkannan6292
    @manivelkannan6292 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you so much ❤️ David

  • @genevievemcculloch1868
    @genevievemcculloch1868 Před 3 lety +2

    David - this was great! Am glad that you realized that management is not for you and for having the courage to follow your heart and your instincts. I have been in IT my whole career (and that is a LOOONG time), and the idea of being a manager was never appealing to me.
    You have made an impact on many lives with your channel and your courses - what could be better than that? If I hadn't seen the YT commercial you did many years ago for Mike Wheeler's Salesforce Admin Udemy class, I never know of the opportunities that self-study and certifications offer.
    Keep the inspiration coming - your legions of fans love it!!!

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      Thank you 😭😭😭

    • @shashichin8508
      @shashichin8508 Před 3 lety +1

      Yea "You have made an impact on many lives with your channel and your courses" This is 100% correct.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      😭😭😭

  • @radhikabansal5267
    @radhikabansal5267 Před 3 lety +1

    David, you speak from heart. Both good and bad but everything so brutally honest. Thanks for your video it helped me to think about my career.

  • @MashabaZA
    @MashabaZA Před 3 lety +2

    I think every single person watching can relate. IT industry or not. It takes a big man to come clean on failure and losing all ego. You have achieved this Master Liu. Well done!

  • @demohub
    @demohub Před 3 lety +1

    Great content. Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @ceciliawong1670
    @ceciliawong1670 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for your sharing. This is an absolutely good inspiration.

  • @thanigaiarul9614
    @thanigaiarul9614 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks a lot for inspiring us
    - An aspiring Salesforce Developer

  • @immersiverse2664
    @immersiverse2664 Před 2 lety +1

    needed this.

  • @akshayadivarekar5188
    @akshayadivarekar5188 Před 3 lety +1

    that was awesome brother, i am feeling motivated right now!!!

  • @MYukik
    @MYukik Před 2 lety +1

    Just to tell you thanks for all the videos

  • @evill789
    @evill789 Před 3 lety +1

    Respect to your hard work, motivation , dedication & persistency man.
    2:58 see you Sayonara good bye .

  • @chatoanil
    @chatoanil Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you David for your heart/volleyball touching story .. 😊

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      😘

    • @MrDannyddog
      @MrDannyddog Před 3 lety +2

      Touching story? Ask that poor little boy whose stroller exploded along with that blow on his face, was more than a touch imo😂😂😂😂
      Jokes aside, I truly admire David's honesty. He's the man!!! Thank you for the wonderful videos.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      Lmao

  • @shubhambadame1002
    @shubhambadame1002 Před 3 lety +1

    Actually yesterday I could not go to the interview call due to some problem with my laptop hardware so I was very sad as the call was fired but suddenly I saw this video and its blew my mind thinking how your good failures will come in good opportunity , Relieved my depressed mood from the last two days. What a coincidence. Thank you for always inspiring us.

  • @justinbolner2918
    @justinbolner2918 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks David! Got my Sales Cloud exam coming up so this may be timely advice, haha!

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      Ha ha ha good luck!

    • @justinbolner2918
      @justinbolner2918 Před 3 lety +1

      @@dvdkliu Thanks again. Also, I got to thinking that my response was maybe a bit facetious and I'm sorry for that. To be clear I do sincerely appreciate this message. It helps me get over the fear of even trying because of the reminder that there is opportunity on the other side no matter the outcome.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      @@justinbolner2918 ha ha ha didn't feel that way at all I know you've been chill from your prev comments. Thanks for mentioning it though!

  • @ramanpandher6655
    @ramanpandher6655 Před 3 lety +1

    David you are such a fabulous person on the planet 🌎. You are such an inspiration 😊. I am actually out of words to praise more about you

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you Raman 😁😁😁

  • @Abeladamu
    @Abeladamu Před 3 lety +1

    Why I'm I the only one not finding the whole ball/stroller connection funny? My stomach hurts just by the story telling. HILARIOUS. Everything else is a good lesson.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      Thank you yes that was a golden moment where is the love!!!! LOL

  • @JonathanMorrisMusic
    @JonathanMorrisMusic Před 3 lety +5

    Great advice David. I think everyone needs to hear this kind of thing in 2020 since so many people have lost jobs, etc. I was actually sitting here cringing when you told the story about accidentally hitting the kid with the volleyball! 🙈🙈

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      😂😂😂 thank you Jonathan!

  • @vevienneebanks2690
    @vevienneebanks2690 Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks for sharing David, you are the best. I was on the verge of tears listening to you especially the second example. I am so scared of failing that I try to prevent it by not putting myself out there. It's something I have struggled with for years. I know I have the potential to do so much more but feel paralyzed by fear. Maybe this is a sign to start to face my fear of failure.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Vevienne and yes hope this can help you look at failure differently!!

  • @dmfool21
    @dmfool21 Před 3 lety +1

    Your great thank you.

  • @Starcom23
    @Starcom23 Před 3 lety +1

    This guy is genuine.

  • @jeremyadam7123
    @jeremyadam7123 Před 3 lety +2

    David, you are so inspiring. How did you balance the emotions of (quitting) losing the position vs waiting for something better? I mean were you unhappy for a while when you did that?

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +5

      Still unhappy about it to be honest. I still wonder if I should give it another try. The biggest thing though is I look at all the managers in my org and I don't envy their job one bit. Not even for 3x my pay. And that to me is a sign it's not for me. In terms of making $$ I believe individual contributors have opportunities to make more money than managers, esp with side gigs

    • @SaaS_Components
      @SaaS_Components Před 3 lety +1

      @@dvdkliu "I still wonder if I should give it another try": don't... You were driven by your gut-feeling, just acknowledge the idea and focus on moving on... Nice video as usual and thanks for sharing.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      Thanks man yea I gotta let go

  • @jarrelldunson
    @jarrelldunson Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks you for sharing - especially about time when it was hard, or times when it hurt. I appreciate the encouragement... and the call to change perspectives, from failure to opportunity. Please pray I will do the same .- as it is easy to lose focus and perspective. Thanks, Jarrell

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      You got this Jarrell I believe!

  • @TheImprenditore
    @TheImprenditore Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing David! I wouldn't call them failures, i'll call them painful life experiences :) 1st one was clearly an accident, assuming you had zero malicious intent on hitting a child. 2nd you gave management a try and you find out you didn't like it, which is completely fine. It would be a failure if you had actually stay on even longer :P

  • @derekandme
    @derekandme Před 3 lety +1

    Great video David! You're not a people person? You seem pretty damn good at relating to and inspiring people, though!

  • @yashasvitalwar4246
    @yashasvitalwar4246 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi David... its really encouraging to hear you and you career path.
    I am preparing for Admin cert. Soon after I would like to start with PD1. How can I get developer's training from you?

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      I've got a whole course on bit.ly/go-apex !

  • @serafinoconto6154
    @serafinoconto6154 Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome story and honesty! Just curious, why did you choose to educate about Salesforce?

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      That was more luck than anything. I found out after I started it that it was hot and I just stuck to it

  • @yashasvitalwar4246
    @yashasvitalwar4246 Před 3 lety +1

    Need help... My TrailHead is not working since morning... just showing "FORBIDDEN".
    I have tried different browsers....
    Any idea whats this error for?

  • @Crypto69Airdrops
    @Crypto69Airdrops Před 3 lety +1

    Hi sir,
    Currently I am working in BPO industry,when I was saw your videos n inspired from your videos and i deside to move career into IT technology. so i choose & started to learnning Salesforce admin part from trailhead , salesforce hulk.
    Please help me for next step.
    Thank you

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      I have a lot of videos on this, see my channel!

  • @atforgie
    @atforgie Před 3 lety +2

    Thank God I’m not the only one who hates being a manager!! And good to know you can still be successful without taking that path.

  • @crystal7799
    @crystal7799 Před 3 lety +2

    For what is worth, I would love to have a manager like you.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      Thank you lol makes me feel good

  • @TheRealMarleyMar
    @TheRealMarleyMar Před 3 lety

    lmfaoooo.....ahaha this was great👍. I did something similar with ⚽️!

  • @matv1737
    @matv1737 Před 3 lety +1

    can we edit adults Gene's?

  • @isaachowell716
    @isaachowell716 Před 3 lety +1

    Today I sent an embarrassing email to the CEO. You made me feel so much better 😂 thank yoy

  • @VineetKumarX
    @VineetKumarX Před 3 lety +2

    Funny coincidence: I was asked today by my manager about my future career planning and gave me two choices: Independent contractor or management role. They told me that they can help me plan a career path where if I choose management then I would first be given mentorship which would enhance my skills and then later may be provided a team to lead.
    What I did next is still making me baffled. I started saying that I gravitate towards IC role, but then I moved my discussion towards the fact that I *can* take a management role. But deep down inside I think I know the introvert I am. I only changed my preference since I thought maybe I would get a good promotion and a good raise if I choose people leadership.
    I think I should correct my mistake tomorrow by coming out and speaking the truth. Or should I? Maybe I can give management a chance? I really am not sure.

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      You're right it's like the exact situation I went through. I learned a lot about myself from trying the management path that I would've never learned otherwise, so I don't regret it. If I could go back in time I'd probably still try the manager route

    • @VineetKumarX
      @VineetKumarX Před 3 lety +1

      @@dvdkliu. Yes as much as I would love to be an independent contractor (probably because that sounds cooler in my head), I wouldn't know if I have the skills of leadership if I don't give it a shot.
      And even if I fail, I wouldn't regret since its not like a one way street, as you proved!

  • @vetealaurent3380
    @vetealaurent3380 Před 3 lety +1

    bring that rafa poster back mate !!

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      Gimme one more French Open Rafa I promise I will never ask for another slam!!!!!!! Gotta include that poster in next vid for good luck!!!!

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      I remembered your comment and brought it back today lol

    • @vetealaurent3380
      @vetealaurent3380 Před 3 lety +1

      David K. Liu you sure did! First thing I noticed on the new vid lol

  • @sherrysimon4361
    @sherrysimon4361 Před 3 lety +1

    Loved the stories :)
    As you prepare yourself to spend hours in front of the TV for today's final here's something: czcams.com/video/npec1n6_DSY/video.html
    Vamos Rafa 🎾👊🏼

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      VAMOS RAFA!!!!!

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      VAMOS!!!

    • @sherrysimon4361
      @sherrysimon4361 Před 3 lety +1

      ​ @David K. Liu This was a fun watch czcams.com/video/-EW4pARpI70/video.html
      I expected the final to be more competitive.. Rafa was on fire 🔥

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety

      🤣 young pirate RAFA 🤣🤣🤣

    • @dvdkliu
      @dvdkliu  Před 3 lety +1

      That vid makes me feel grateful to be alive during this era of tennis lol thanks for sharing Sherry

  • @michaelforbes4069
    @michaelforbes4069 Před 3 lety

    HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA