a day in my life without a job | quitting corporate, how much I saved, dealing w/ self doubt

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    in this chatty vlog I take you on a day in my life without a job, and share my honest experience having quit my corporate job for 6 months. I talk about my money anxiety, how much I've saved to support myself, what I do in a day, and how I structure my day now that I no longer have a schedule. I open up about my self doubt for quitting a financially promising tech job to become a content creator, how I deal with it, and share how much I make as a creator with 8k subscribers, as well as my plans for creating revenue streams.
    i hope this gives you a realistic look into what life is like after quitting corporate, and helps you make the best move for yourself if you are also considering quitting your job.
    🔖 CHAPTERS
    00:00 intro
    01:13 how much I saved
    02:58 what I'm reading + desk setup
    03:53 how I plan my day
    05:42 what I've been doing after I quit
    07:02 how to deal with self doubt
    09:32 let's get lunch
    10:37 how to make money as a content creator
    13:34 clean w/ me
    13:58 why I had to quit corporate
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    Hi, I’m Evelyn✨
    ➭ how old are you? 29 (born in 1994)
    ➭ where do you live? Guangzhou, China (for now)
    ➭ what's your MBTI? INFP
    ➭ what was your job before you quit? consultant/program manager
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    on this channel I share my life as a recent corporate drop out, going on a journey of growth and self-discovery to (hopefully) figure out what I want to do, and where I want to be. Grateful to have you here:)
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Komentáře • 697

  • @hannahblume2000
    @hannahblume2000 Před 9 měsíci +551

    Not having a job is stressful at times but,whoever is going through it,you’ll get through it❤

    • @savesoil3133
      @savesoil3133 Před 9 měsíci +1


      #SaveSoil

    • @intotheblue970
      @intotheblue970 Před 9 měsíci

      HaHa are you taking the piss?

    • @abbz23
      @abbz23 Před 9 měsíci +16

      It's only stressful if u have no money but some type of income jobless isn't stressful it's peaceful

    • @vetgirl71
      @vetgirl71 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@abbz23😊❤️🎯👍🏽👏🏾👏🏾

    • @summer-xt1gg
      @summer-xt1gg Před 6 měsíci +3

      I feel like this about people with jobs lol do you actually like working?

  • @judyb535
    @judyb535 Před 9 měsíci +333

    A big round of applause for your courage! I’m 64 with 3 late 20s daughters. I’ve worked in corporate my entire working life; we didn’t have a lot of options when I was in my 20s. I’ve encouraged my daughters to switch careers when and if they are not enjoying them; life is a series of zigs and zags. Do it when you’re young. As a famous hockey player once said: “you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take”.

    • @takoflame4948
      @takoflame4948 Před 9 měsíci +22

      I think this is what sucks about today. We push youngsters to find a career really young and they just end up being cornered.

    • @hanchi8710
      @hanchi8710 Před 9 měsíci +9

      nowadays it is too risky. Cost of living rising and not as much opportunities due to poor economic state

    • @gabriellarosinta7826
      @gabriellarosinta7826 Před 8 měsíci +1

      You sound like my dad so i take this as a sign to give what i want a shot😁 good luck for your daughters!!

    • @judyb535
      @judyb535 Před 8 měsíci

      @@gabriellarosinta7826 Hurrah! Best of luck to you!

    • @tapiocapress
      @tapiocapress  Před 8 měsíci +2

      good luck to you and your daughters!

  • @johnklus
    @johnklus Před 9 měsíci +177

    I just did this too. I quit a job (dream job) that I worked so hard for and ended up in a deep depression. But since I left my mental health has gotten better. Life is about constantly figuring it out and that will come with making mistakes and learning from them.

    • @tapiocapress
      @tapiocapress  Před 9 měsíci +32

      The hardest part of quitting for me was detaching my identity and self worth from my job title or the company I worked for...I'm glad you made the right decision. You got this!

    • @johnklus
      @johnklus Před 9 měsíci +4

      @tapiocapress thanks you. That’s the same for me as well. I’m sure it’s the same for anyone because sometimes we spend so much time doing this job and one of the first things people ask us when they meet us is “what do you do for work” We’re so used to doing the same habit that it naturally becomes part of us that is hard to shed off if it doesn’t feel right. Take care!

    • @1297sopapia
      @1297sopapia Před 8 měsíci +1

      This is so important!!

    • @aluisious
      @aluisious Před 8 měsíci

      I've always known innately that founding your identity on a job is a mistake. I was born to eat and breathe, talk to people and move my body, I wasn't born to make other people money.@@tapiocapress

    • @Retrosenescent
      @Retrosenescent Před měsícem

      You are not alone! I had what I thought was my dream job, and before a year had even passed I was so burnt out and miserable and hating my life. They had a mass layoff after 9 months and I was so grateful when I found out that I had been impacted. It was like the universe had answered my prayers

  • @jessicabaxter8837
    @jessicabaxter8837 Před 9 měsíci +63

    I never comment. I just found this video, and I related enough to click on it. I'm a 33 year old solo mum of two. I quit my 6 figure corporate job 2 years ago to be home with my girls. I took a year off, and now I'm working casually in a creative job I love. Money is tight, but we get by, and now my time is spent with my children and pursuing my creative passions. No more burnout. No more juggling. It will work out for you, just keep doing what you're doing. You've already done the hardest thing 😉 xx

  • @EvelynCGomes
    @EvelynCGomes Před 9 měsíci +8

    I finally quit my job after realizing I was choosing money over my happiness. The only reason I was staying was because every year my salary was increasing and I was doubting I would ever make the same amount of money. But my life was passing me by and I didn’t have a single moment of memory besides having kids and working during those years. I feel like the US is the only place where if you don’t work your whole life changes and we choose money over living. You got this and like I tell my sister take your time and don’t rush into another job. Find a job you truly love.

  • @AnnaMillen
    @AnnaMillen Před 9 měsíci +165

    OMG The fact that you had 8k subscribers when you filmed this, and now only 2 weeks later, You've almost DOUBLED! Like yes girl!!! Affirmation that you made the right choice!!! This is my first time seeing you and *subscribed*

    • @kbodychek
      @kbodychek Před 9 měsíci +3

      It‘s more than doubled now! 18.600 right now 🎉

    • @samarakaye2573
      @samarakaye2573 Před 9 měsíci +6

      A day after it's 20,400+. This is my first time seeing her video. I felt less lonely or alone having watched this. She's doing an awesome thing being herself. Congrats

    • @Grace-lw4hd
      @Grace-lw4hd Před 8 měsíci

      21.4 k today - I hope it keeps growing !

    • @donghodeotay
      @donghodeotay Před 8 měsíci

      23.5k now 😊

    • @priyalshenoy4477
      @priyalshenoy4477 Před 8 měsíci

      Its already tripled now!

  • @zoereid6086
    @zoereid6086 Před 9 měsíci +56

    I find people being more transparent about finances these days very refreshing and helps me a lot with my relationship with money ❤️❤️ you got this girl 🥰💫💫

  • @xoxoxodeborahoxoxox
    @xoxoxodeborahoxoxox Před 9 měsíci +140

    As someone who is also preparing to quit their corporate job what you said at the end was so reassuring.. just like you said, doing something everyday that is just taking energy and not really adding value to your life makes me feel so drained at the end of the week... I'm so glad I'm not the only one who feels that way.. sending lots of good vibes your way✨

    • @JohnM...
      @JohnM... Před 9 měsíci +3

      Make sure you save enough before you do! I didn’t 😢. I went from banking to starting my own gardening business. I didn’t get any customers for most of the season, but now things are picking up. It’s the freedom you have that’s important, BUT, you have to, at the start, work harder than you ever have, until things get going. I can’t tell you the amount of times I almost…gave up…yeah, THAT giving up…

    • @takoflame4948
      @takoflame4948 Před 9 měsíci

      yes but working for yourself is so rewarding cause you know all the effort you put is coming back to your lil pocket. instead of the management or owners @@JohnM...

    • @mrs.quills7061
      @mrs.quills7061 Před 8 měsíci +2

      Same I wonder why I’m so drained on Friday and this is why

    • @silviou
      @silviou Před 8 měsíci +1

      I keep tap myself and say i love my job while i tired and no passion on the job already even it pay me high 😢. Im not see im happy now.

  • @tamunosiki5366
    @tamunosiki5366 Před 9 měsíci +114

    I quit my non profit job a week ago!! This video was encouraging

  • @carrotdise
    @carrotdise Před 9 měsíci +235

    Thanks for sharing this, Evelyn. I'm also 29, I'm a lawyer, and I don't exactly love what I'm doing so I totally understand you when you say that you used to feel drained and unable to produce content after working 8 hours every day at your day job. I'm so happy for you that you're putting yourself out there now. Please be assured that I'll continue to watch your videos because they are really inspiring in their own unique way. Keep it up! :)

    • @tapiocapress
      @tapiocapress  Před 9 měsíci +9

      Thank you so much!! I have been loving a CZcams channel called @emandlloyd lately, they are a lawyer couple who just quit law to explore their own careers in Hong Kong…if you haven’t come across their content before you might find it interesting!

    • @misscappuccino5920
      @misscappuccino5920 Před 9 měsíci +7

      I am a new lawyer too just quit my job to go for solo for a month let’s see how it goes thanks both of you are encouraging

    • @limee4009
      @limee4009 Před 9 měsíci +5

      I quit my job as lawyer too! Have been a tutor for 2 years and things worked out well! Hope this gives you some motivation and assurance that things will be okay 😊

    • @ThirtySomethingDiaries
      @ThirtySomethingDiaries Před 9 měsíci +3

      A lawyer from the Caribbean here..hi colleagues. 😊 I haven't quit my job just yet...the responsibilities are too much at this point but one day...if the Lord wills it, I will. All the best to those who've made the bold move to pursue purpose...that's a privilege and a blessing. 🎉

    • @bantheshift
      @bantheshift Před 9 měsíci +9

      Before you go and quit, please understand that most careers we will likely never truly enjoy because we not only are working for money, but are usually working for someone else. I work in IT, but ever since I was a kid I wanted to be an artist and it's been a constant regret that I never went down that path. However...after following a great artist on twitch and hearing about the day to day corporate life even when you are an artist!...was an absolute drag and I knew for sure if I was an artist working for a company it would absolutely remove any sense of joy or fun that I've always had when it comes to making art.

  • @Sashaa2377
    @Sashaa2377 Před 8 měsíci +21

    It’s so inspiring to see people take the risk to follow their heart. With self doubt, worry, and people always judging, the best thing you can do is bet on yourself. You just gained a subscriber and I hope you continue to grow!

  • @kashudesu270
    @kashudesu270 Před 8 měsíci +8

    Fellow ex-employee from big 4 and holyfrick the burnout you feel goes all the way down into your bones. It was something that was so difficult to explain to others around me because they would just ask 'but why... you work more than us, sure, but you have the rest of your day after that?'
    I quit, changed jobs and ended up in a even worse burnout elsewhere and am now doing the unemployment dance and contemplating content creation.
    Thank you for sharing your journey so far, it really hit home and has been super inspiring!

    • @Chillingisbae
      @Chillingisbae Před 8 měsíci +1

      Hahahahaha at the unemployment dance. I feel you, i felt miserable working 9 to 5 as a newbie accountant. Decided to quit and I am looking into modelling and maybe online business. May the universe align us in the right direction🙏

  • @AllisonBalanc
    @AllisonBalanc Před 8 měsíci +12

    I quite my job at the end of 2019 and went all in to my creative work as a voice teacher and artist. The opportunities, friendships and ventures that spawned from that decision made it one of the best decisions I ever made. Honor what your body is telling you! I applaud you realizing that burnout is not living. We can’t create in survival mode. Wishing you the best! ❤🎉

  • @4bowwow18
    @4bowwow18 Před 9 měsíci +144

    I just wanna address how polite she is and gracious. You exude so much light and I wanna say thank you, thank you for assuring me there is very nice ppl in the world, thank you for being an unintentional example of a great human being. So super humble, and so thankful to have ran across your video this afternoon 🫶🏽

    • @tapiocapress
      @tapiocapress  Před 9 měsíci +11

      aww thank you so much😭 I definitely don't deserve the kind words you said here but will try my best to live up to them...have a lovely day!

  • @isabellariboniart
    @isabellariboniart Před 9 měsíci +81

    so proud of you!!! i’m an artist and quit my job recently to pursue art full time. the burnout that you described is so real. it’s so scary to quit a job without really knowing what will happen. and as of now i’m only making a lil money off my art, definitely not enough to live off of. i have savings but what you mentioned about the self doubt is so real. i worry all the time that i’m gonna blow through my savings and have achieved nothing. however i know realistically i need to give this everything i’ve got and even if i don’t make it to the point of being able to do it full time, i’ll be way further than i was. thank you for sharing this video!

    • @tapiocapress
      @tapiocapress  Před 9 měsíci +1

      We’ll never know until we try! You got this!

    • @nataliewellsart3254
      @nataliewellsart3254 Před 9 měsíci +1

      You've got this! Trying to plan and get the courage to do this myself as an artist, sometimes you just have to go for it :)

    • @sarahrose9944
      @sarahrose9944 Před 9 měsíci

      As someone in a similar spot as you, you’ve got this!! Making money is another skill you can and will get better at! Keep finding creative ways to share what you make and people will support you ❤

  • @charleneb5361
    @charleneb5361 Před 9 měsíci +47

    I quit my job 2 years ago. You touched on so many of the thoughts I have daily. Still figuring out what I want to do next and dealing with motivation issues now. But I have a few incomes from odd and end jobs that keeps me floating.

    • @sarahrose9944
      @sarahrose9944 Před 9 měsíci

      I’m in the same spot. I’m really trying to grow the streams I’m most passionate about, selling art prints and portrait photography. I just feel so foggy and unmotivated but I’m fighting through it! Just got my art prints in another business and am putting them in another tomorrow! The biggest thing that’s helped me is journaling. I try to write 3 pages a day in my journal and it’s really helped me sort out my thoughts and true wants in life. I have one page I’ve been dumping “All the things I would do if I had the time” and just looked back at it after a month. Some things I wanted to do so badly I’d written them multiple times without noticing. Things become clearer when you can see the underlying messages you write to yourself. I took the journaling habit more seriously when I started the “Artist’s Way” book, it’s a good read/workbook for creative expression and growth.

  • @Elena-Studio
    @Elena-Studio Před 8 měsíci +8

    "i'm 29 and worried about retirement" i'm 33 and am living paycheck to paycheck as a teacher rent an apartment. This gives perspective on everyone is at a different place in their life.

  • @poppycalliope
    @poppycalliope Před 9 měsíci +43

    I've been watching CZcams for years and making my own videos for years too. I am 100% sure that you will make a living off of CZcams. Your content is interesting to watch and it has a flow. Your editing is very good and keeps the audience watching and engaged. You got this ❤

  • @DaCount33
    @DaCount33 Před 9 měsíci +16

    This takes so much courage. I'm a fellow corporate worker (engineering manager) for a good 20 years, and I can tell you most of us dream of taking this type of step but just don't have the courage or the mindset to do it. Thanks for giving us a glimpse of your life and what it might look like, your outlook is fantastic and inspiritational!

  • @nomuh807
    @nomuh807 Před 9 měsíci +24

    Just subscribed. I think the "quitting job" thing is both extremely stressful but also courageous so I think you're really brave to try to follow your dreams. Most people don't understand that life is short and if you don't do things that make you feel alive, there's no point to it. Good luck and hope you achieve everything you want! 😊

  • @nathananderson8720
    @nathananderson8720 Před 7 měsíci +4

    This video inspired me to create a video about the great resignation. It took me about 6 months to create this on top of my full-time job, setting aside at least 4x of 1 hr workout per week, cooking healthy foods that take hours to prepare, rejecting so many night outs just to spend more time pursuing my passion while having so many people discourage me from creating meaningful videos online like this channel.
    As you can tell, personal development isn’t a joke because there are so many sacrifices to be made, which are often uncomfortable but knowing that there are also so many like-minded individuals who have passion for becoming a better version of themselves each day and who are willing to show support makes me more motivated to keep pursuing my passion for creativity and intense desire to provide as much value as I could.
    When I was a kid, all I wanted was to have a career that pays well so I can buy whatever I want but now that I’m grown up and went through tons of setbacks from losing tons of people in my life, getting lost in the world with full of life traps, being ridiculed for pursuing my dreams, having so many people tell me that I’m merely wasting my time creating a meaningful content online, and so on, I can say that long-lasting happiness can’t be bought or earned because it comes from within us

  • @robynbodajla6310
    @robynbodajla6310 Před 9 měsíci +14

    From a fellow Amazonian I too took a chance and gave up the tech world to focus on being a Realtor. I hope you find this next stage of life to be rewarding. I’m wishing you the best.

  • @AnonyMUM81
    @AnonyMUM81 Před 9 měsíci +8

    I'm 41, a mom and I'm just counting the days, I have the entire September to turnover all my tasks. Its a roller-coaster of emotions.

  • @jhuggsss
    @jhuggsss Před měsícem

    I’ve watched CZcams for years and have always wanted to be a CZcamsr. I’ve been watching get started videos for months but this is by far the most motivating channel I’ve seen to start. Thank you

  • @ekromalic16
    @ekromalic16 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Hi! I just quit my corporate job a few months ago and gave myself the space to figure out what is next. I still have no clue a few months later and often find myself re-applying to the same type of jobs I had before. However, your videos give my hope and remind me that my identity is SOOOO much more than my job. I am going to keep pushing on with my passions....hopefully everything works out!

  • @lin-kaihuang3620
    @lin-kaihuang3620 Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you for being honest and transparent! I believe you will get there one day by doing what you love!

  • @akashamalik_
    @akashamalik_ Před 9 měsíci +6

    This is exactly what I'm going through. Wanting to quit my corporate job so badly but at the same time the doubts and fears don't let me.

  • @heavy_rest
    @heavy_rest Před 9 měsíci +4

    i want to thank you for sharing your journey! i quit my corporate job a month ago. i don't have as much saved up, but it was killing my soul. it really warms me and allows me to feel less alone knowing that others feel similarly about the corporate work place, and find ways to make it work outside of it, even when they don't have it all fully "figured out." perhaps going through life IS figuring it out, rather than overthinking a plan and watching it all change as we go through it anyway.
    you're doing great, and you're wonderful!

  • @aluisious
    @aluisious Před 8 měsíci +2

    My life without a job, which was over 10 years ago now:
    First two months I just went on walks. I was kind of elated because I wasted my 20s working this stupid job for a small business owner I kind of hated and didn't respect.
    Once I caught up on sleep and decompressed, I started taking computer programming classes and tutoring other students. That was a lot of fun and I was super motivated because it was the first time I was doing something that was my idea for my benefit, so I studied well and got A+ grades.
    After six months of that I got an offer for what turned out to be kind of a dumb job that now I've been doing for 11 years at 3 companies. I make 150k and most of the time I don't have to work much so there's that (I'm on the clock now but no one wants me to do anything so...cool). I'm going to walk downtown and get a burrito just to make sure I see other people today. It's kind of weird but it's chill enough and I'm certainly not starving so...whatever.

  • @ThisMentalLife
    @ThisMentalLife Před 9 měsíci +2

    Thanks for much for making this! I stumbled across your channel and you’ve given me a lot of motivation to also quit corporate and pursue other passions - so thank you! ❤

  • @maplegirl1998
    @maplegirl1998 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I’m so glad your channel got recommended to me 🥹 hearing you speak really resonates with the aspiring writer in me. Rooting for your success here on CZcams!

  • @andreadybvik
    @andreadybvik Před 9 měsíci +2

    So interesting to get an insight in your thoughts and perspectives! Thank your for sharing! I feel like sometimes a big change is a beautiful way to change some perspective and get that creative spark going again. 💛

  • @guylianseashore
    @guylianseashore Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hey Evelyn, I found your channel recently and watched a few of your videos, love your authenticity, the way you speak and your love of books 😊 you seem like a lovely person and I hope your channel continues to grow!

  • @denbeingfree
    @denbeingfree Před 9 měsíci +3

    Evelyn, I just discovered your channel and I love it! You are a huge (and realistic) inspiration to all of us who don't love corporate jobs and are looking for some place in this crazy world. Hope your dream to become a contect creator will come true and you can make a living by doing what you like! Thank you for sharing your life with us :)

  • @msbaby1358
    @msbaby1358 Před 9 měsíci +1

    this video really found me! i've been thinking of quitting to pursue creative endeavours for forever but the stress of saving and COL increasing keeps pushing that back, everything you've said in this really helped me get a better outlook on what comes after though so thank you for this!! im even more motivated

  • @waterlilyfairyy
    @waterlilyfairyy Před 9 měsíci +1

    So excited to see your journey! Love your personality and I love that I can relate to you. I have not quit my job but I am trying to manage my time by creating content and still working. It does get hard at times but similarly to you I enjoy creating content. It feels so free and limitless.

  • @Phantomised818
    @Phantomised818 Před 8 měsíci

    Watching you is refreshing, you don’t just post the good times. Thanks for being so honest.

  • @maddy_rocco
    @maddy_rocco Před 8 měsíci

    Loved how open and honest this video was. Feeling the same about my corporate job after just coming back from a sabbatical and trying to figure out my next move...this video has been quite comforting to know there are others in the same situation! Good luck on your journey :) following along!!

  • @ifycadeau
    @ifycadeau Před 9 měsíci +3

    LOVED this video! Just subscribed and rooting for you! 🤩As a fellow corporate quitter and content creator, everything you said is so spot on. Inspired me to keep telling my story! Congrats on quitting and following your passions, you're going to do great things. 💛

  • @pynkrosez
    @pynkrosez Před 9 měsíci +2

    I just came across your channel and this video! As a fellow corporate drop out I really resonated with everything you shared about how mentally draining it can be. I am currently at a cross roads where I need to decide on whether I head back into the corporate world or figure something else out. Looking forward to following along your journey!

  • @sellayosep402
    @sellayosep402 Před 9 měsíci +1

    thank you so much for this! about to embark on similar journey, and found this video randomly. Your thinking and experience resonates so deeply with me and i really appreciate your sharing! looking forward for more :)

  • @VeronicaBozaBurton
    @VeronicaBozaBurton Před 9 měsíci +2

    I just found you and WOW. I am here for the long haul - you are so real, raw, and your editing style is on FLEEK.
    I just did the same move from corporate to full time content creator a month ago!!!! ITS A CRAZY DIFFERENCE!

  • @muchapizzas
    @muchapizzas Před 9 měsíci +1

    i love ur videos and the calmness of them and u have helped me not be too stressed abt my own situation (19 and not attending college/ not working) just basically trying to figure myself out and i feel as if im lacking behind all my other friends that are in college and pursuing internships,clubs,etc. thankfully i have supportive family that isnt rushing me into finding a job or going back to college (a privilege not everyone is able to have) and u have helped me realize how its okay to not have stuff figured out :)

  • @elin509
    @elin509 Před 9 měsíci +4

    thank you so much for sharing, I'm so glad to have found your channel! I relate with everything you're sharing and am also going through pretty much the exact same thought processes right now while working in corporate. The burnout, debilitating self-doubt, and hopelessness is real -- but I truly believe that working towards something meaningful rather than being a cog in the wheel will lead to a more fulfilling life!

  • @missgui4400
    @missgui4400 Před 9 měsíci +4

    I’m a newly ‘retired’ mom lol. I watch my kiddo at home so no work for now and I’m considering not ever going back to the workforce. I like simple life and if I can travel yearly, I am all set. ❤

  • @melaniestach4985
    @melaniestach4985 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Ohh you give me so much hope. The way you said that nothing else you did was enjoyable to you resonates so much. I am not sure yet what it is for me that I enjoy working wise but now I have hope that at least one thing should exists even if I cannot see it today ☺ Thank you so much and congrats on growing your channel 🥰

  • @maisiegibson9478
    @maisiegibson9478 Před 8 měsíci +2

    This video came at SUCH a good time for me. It's so refreshing to have a vlog from someone in their late 20s first off, and I absolutely love your honesty. I really related to you saying about how tired you were after work, but also that you were privileged to be in the position you are to be able to do something about that. You really recognise what real life is like and you are so down to earth!! I can't wait to see what other videos you do! Hope you're having a great day, and I wish you all the subscribers and success xxxx

  • @lynie3761
    @lynie3761 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Thank you so much for your positive vibes! As a side small bussiness owner with a 9-5 job; self doubt always crept in but i love your moto to take action instead of thinking of the worst case scenario! (sid note: i love how beautiful the matcha container is!)

  • @theonordahl
    @theonordahl Před 9 měsíci +6

    I'm doing my own version of this exact thing a month from now (quitting my tech job without a guaranteed future income to try to build something of my own)! I'm so happy I found this video, it's making me feel validated. So thank you so much!!

  • @natsumigii
    @natsumigii Před 9 měsíci +2

    Thank you so much for sharing! I just came across your video and it brought so much comfort! I am also 29 and I recently quit my corporate job because of a burn out. I have always loved filming and editing videos, and I wanted to continue doing this full time but I have a lot of insecurities in terms of my future and I was pondering between risking making content full time or going back to corporate. Watching your video made me feel like I was not the only one going through this!
    You just got a new subscriber and a new fan! Rooting for you! 🥰

  • @joellef-c4988
    @joellef-c4988 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Thank you so much for sharing. ❤ I also quit corporate 2 years ago and recently got back into it. It was a RollerCoaster of emotions and so hard on self esteem! Even though things were working out, it was never really "confortable" money wise. Anyway. I will definitly follow your journey! 🤗

  • @anacarpenter9254
    @anacarpenter9254 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Living in New Zealand 🇳🇿 you have the ability to be employable. Your future employer will be blessed. Why.? You are unique especially with this view. You have followed your instinct, before the plunge. Healthy
    attitude, healthy mind. Good on you 😊

  • @DaFaiGai
    @DaFaiGai Před 9 měsíci +2

    loved how articulate you are!
    i recently quit my corporate job to pursue being a table tennis coach & become the best player i can be while im still physically capable.
    self doubt is something that we all struggle with, thanks for sharing your thoughts on it- we're all trying to better ourselves at the end of the day :)

  • @anhthumaaa
    @anhthumaaa Před 9 měsíci +2

    I'm on my 2nd job this year in the US and this is the most love I've poured into my CZcams channel. Making content has always been on my mind and I'm having a blast recording a podcast and vlogging. It's not easy on top of my job but I'm trying my best to persevere. New subbie!

  • @checreates
    @checreates Před 9 měsíci +7

    Wow, I’m so glad you posted this. I worked full time in advertising and even started my own company doing this. As a creative, running a business did not feel sustainable, and I’m trying to nurture this creative side in me. It’s really comforting to see a fellow former hustler following her creative dreams; this is so timely and encouraging for me. Thank you!

  • @alyssajao2852
    @alyssajao2852 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Happy that I stumbled upon your video. I am a year younger from you and also planning to quit my corporate job at Amazon with almost the same range of savings as yours. Thank you for making this video.

  • @christinestraub
    @christinestraub Před 8 měsíci +3

    Program Manager here in tech as well. Encouraged to see you all in on this journey from corporate to content creation. I’ve had a few friends make this transition and hearing their journeys, it’s so brave and courageous. Keep going. Good things take time. 😊

  • @JenniferAltman
    @JenniferAltman Před 9 měsíci +7

    Thank you for sharing your story ✨ Gives hope to a lot of us

  • @stephaniewarren8643
    @stephaniewarren8643 Před 9 měsíci +1

    This video came across just at the right time for me ❤️ Thank you for sharing your experience!

  • @allthehui
    @allthehui Před 9 měsíci +4

    Evelyn! Haven't seen one of your videos in a while so I was happy to see this pop up in my feed. I'm also ~6 months into my adult gap year (quitting corporate) and found this video to be so relatable. It's truly a humbling experience to be a little bit off of the mainstream and have to figure out how to navigate it all. The question I get asked most by my friends is what I do all day which definitely also can and has led to self doubt. But I've found that so far one of the most interesting parts of this experience is developing the confidence in myself as a person and not just being defined by my job or work. Cheering you on, girl~

  • @humandesignangle
    @humandesignangle Před 8 měsíci

    I loved this video! Your personality and editing style! I am also on a journey to turn content creation into a full-time job but am keeping my job for another year before doing this transition. Following to see and support your journey! You definitely have it, and it's so motivating to see you taking that leap of faith

  • @brianna_jade
    @brianna_jade Před 9 měsíci +3

    I also am having to readjust my life. I was a freelancer and recently I've had to slow down to re-evaluate if what I was doing is what I really wanted to be doing. I am also trying to pursue becoming a full time content creator. Thank you for your bravery and I am rooting for you!

  • @inkling00
    @inkling00 Před měsícem

    I admire the risk you took & documenting your journey! Wish you all the best!

  • @_aiborie
    @_aiborie Před 7 měsíci

    This was comforting to watch, thank you for making this video!

  • @garciacallejaskarlapaola1279
    @garciacallejaskarlapaola1279 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hey! I just found your channel, I’m from Mexico and I think your content is pretty refreshing. I wish you the best with this content creator journey, you can do it. 💕

  • @rc.2092
    @rc.2092 Před 8 měsíci

    so glad! my friend recommended your channel! I appreciate you sharing your experiences

  • @JustSheik
    @JustSheik Před 9 měsíci

    I am so relating to this…and I subscribed. Love the honesty and energy. ❤

  • @PaigeWestCo
    @PaigeWestCo Před 9 měsíci +2

    I quit my corporate engineering job to pursue content creation and freelancing 2 years ago and this video sums up my experience so well😭 you’re doing amazing!!! Just subscribed and so excited to continue following your journey🥰

  • @MsHoneyBBQ
    @MsHoneyBBQ Před 9 měsíci +5

    nothing is "dumb luck" Sister. There are NO coinsidences. KEEP GOING! Ur doing SO amazing!!! Sending 💖

  • @brybryBillions
    @brybryBillions Před 9 měsíci +9

    Love your self care tips on Self Doubt. Very self aware! When I’m doubt, take action! You’ll be surprised where you end up :)

  • @xiaomainmelbourne4453
    @xiaomainmelbourne4453 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Good luck in the future! You are a very humble girl, I’m sure in the future you will be very successful. I am very interested in your lifestyle. Please keep your life updated as always!

  • @SamFournier
    @SamFournier Před 8 měsíci

    Wow, this was so well thought out and done. All the different vlogging spots, the attention to details and the subject 🙌🏽 I’m here for it and so glad Melissa recommended your channel! Shoot for the stars girl✨

  • @izsi.
    @izsi. Před 9 měsíci +2

    Thank you for sharing your journey

  • @kafiya_may
    @kafiya_may Před 9 měsíci +3

    Good luck with your journey! I quit my job and went travelling throughout Mexico. I hit my 2 year mark now and looking to go back to the corporate world via remote. It was an amazing journey but coming towards the end with little to no money was stressful 🤭. I hope we can all achieve our dreams in the crazy world!!

  • @DinaLu
    @DinaLu Před 9 měsíci +1

    Congrats on blowing up Evelyn! Subscribed and cheering you on 🙌♥️

  • @sadnomnom5399
    @sadnomnom5399 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I tried explaining to my boyfriend and family that even though I am sitting all day on a computer, after work I am debilitated mentally and physically. they would say just go outside, cook some food, or play games. when I come home just the thought of having to do it all over again and again makes me incapable of thinking and doing anything else. cooporate burnout is real and we are in a paycheck to paycheck chokehold because not working is looked down upon. thank u

  • @chloes5043
    @chloes5043 Před 9 měsíci +15

    Just found your channel. You took a risk and no matter how it turns out, at least you'll have no regrets ! Take your time, don't put too much pressure on the results and just enjoy the journey. I know i'll enjoy watching you grow 😊
    I changed careers last year at 31yo, it was stressful af but now a year later i've never been happier. Sure, there's up and down but putting myself first was the best decision.
    Good luck and enjoy the ride !

  • @orlor-art
    @orlor-art Před 9 měsíci +2

    I'm so glad I found your video! I cut my work hours down a lot about 6 months ago and now work as a barista part time living a cheap simple lifestyle to prioritise a life full of art making! it's hard but I tell myself every day its going to be worth it! :) my goal is to be a full time artist and CZcamsr! so I felt like I could relate to this video and how you're feeling in a way. thank you for sharing! x

  • @lilmizzglory
    @lilmizzglory Před 9 měsíci +33

    Your videos are so comforting and wonderful Evelyn. Thank you for being so real and sharing your life in China. So excited to see where life takes you years down the road. Here to cheer you on!

    • @tapiocapress
      @tapiocapress  Před 9 měsíci +2

      thank you for being here and cheering me on Gloria💕this means the world…

  • @linda_and_tony
    @linda_and_tony Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hi evelyn really enjoyed your video. I find myself rewatching your it as a way to encourage me on my youtube journey. Just started last year and recently started working on my channel more seriously. I keep coming back and seeing your video get more and more attention gives me hope for us little channels to grow. Congrats on passing 9k! Rooting for you!

    • @tapiocapress
      @tapiocapress  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Thank you! I’m rooting for you too❤️

  • @garlicrice
    @garlicrice Před 9 měsíci +2

    im so glad youtube recommended this video to me! i admire your courage and how you're seeing things through :> i hope better things line up for you and you thrive endlessly. this was so soothing to watch!

  • @cindysngsy
    @cindysngsy Před 8 měsíci +1

    “When in doubt, take action. And every action is an oppportunity to improve the situation or to learn something on how to improve the situation later on.“ love this piece or wisdom. just what I need now thank you

  • @simplyshandara
    @simplyshandara Před 8 měsíci

    This is so relatable! Thank you for sharing. Every day I wish I could just up and quit my job. Maybe this video will give a lot of people motivation to quit the things that don’t serve them anymore and instead go and follow their dreams!

  • @ferdauzaabutazil2797
    @ferdauzaabutazil2797 Před 9 měsíci

    So happy i found your channel!! Hope you find what your heart truly desires ❤

  • @drizzy6855
    @drizzy6855 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I'm so glad I found your channel! Inspiring me to vlog!

  • @achecherry
    @achecherry Před 6 měsíci

    Thank you for inspiring, I've been working for 19 years straight, sometimes I felt tired but I don't have a choice

  • @ishitabrijwal2445
    @ishitabrijwal2445 Před 8 měsíci +1

    im working in a big4 rn and also in middle of quitting it but i also dont know what else i can do or what else i will enjoy doing, this video gave me a hope to just listen to my heart and my body and i feel positive about the future cz i have been feeling really stressed out as this is my first job ever! Thankyou sm

  • @TikaGhafar
    @TikaGhafar Před 9 měsíci +2

    Thank you for sharing your honest perspectives on corporate / becoming a full time CZcamsr. Am in the same boat (coincidentally also a project manager in tech haha) so everything you said was super validating ❤

  • @hicaylaji
    @hicaylaji Před 9 měsíci +1

    Liked and subscribed to support you on your journey. Thanks for your honesty and vulnerability. I hope (and know) you’ll make it!!! ❤

  • @krisliuliu
    @krisliuliu Před 6 měsíci

    stumbled on your video on accident, and I thank you so much for sharing. I started youtube a year ago with the thought of sharing my life and manifesting that one day I'll be able to move back to asia. will definitely follow along on your journey!

  • @isabellagarcia1975
    @isabellagarcia1975 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you so much for sharing! I love your videos!

  • @warmandtoasty
    @warmandtoasty Před 9 měsíci +7

    rooting for you!!! your courage to chase your dreams is really admirable and your channel will defo get more traction soon enough!

    • @tapiocapress
      @tapiocapress  Před 9 měsíci +1

      🫶🫶thank you for always rooting for me😭

  • @shahirahzahrah3653
    @shahirahzahrah3653 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for this! you make me feel less alone

  • @LiquidFlower
    @LiquidFlower Před 9 měsíci +1

    I’ve thought about this recently too. Having a fallback means it takes me about 12 times longer to make content that I want to make. 1 productive Monday spend on doing my own thing vs cramming it all into 3 different Sundays just doesn’t feel right to me.
    Glad you made this decision for yourself and happy to see you’ve grow a lot already in these 2 weeks since. I love the realness of it all also. Saying how much revenue you get and only doing brands that make sense for you is great! I wish you all the best 💪🏻

  • @elacodes
    @elacodes Před 2 měsíci

    That hit me deep in the soul -- "you don't have time to be doubting yourself"

  • @ASMRLilysplashingWater
    @ASMRLilysplashingWater Před 9 měsíci

    I really like your energy! Good Luck for everything to You!!!

  • @melescobar6107
    @melescobar6107 Před 9 měsíci +1

    My husband and i quit our jobs earlier this year and moved to another country to live a stressfree life. We love not being tied down to a schedule or having anyone tell us what to do or how to live our lives. We planned it during the covid lockdowns in our home country and so it took 3 years to save enough money to not have to work. We do have hobbies that bring in enough money to live in our new country so as not to touch our savings but if we choose to not do those it doesn't matter. Yes, i know we are privileged and no we don't take it for granted! We are not of retirement age so planning was definitely key!

  • @karinem575
    @karinem575 Před 9 měsíci +3

    New subscriber here 🙌 I really enjoyed watching this video, a lot of the things you said hit home. Plus you seem like such a lovely person 😌
    I’m looking forward to watching your other vids and wish you loads of success with your channel!

  • @MortysGrandpa
    @MortysGrandpa Před 9 měsíci +4

    Don’t know why but this video hit. Same age and I‘ve been planning to quit from corporate.
    Kinda in a dilemma right now but your video makes sense somehow.
    Keep it going, I hope we all succeed 🙌

  • @yami7519
    @yami7519 Před 7 měsíci

    love your braveness and fresh view of life, best of luck and subscribed!