EP8: "I just know if I don't do this right now, I will regret it when I die." This is what Mint Mindy told me when asked about how her family feels about her decision to pursue YouTube.

In this episode of "Escape 9 to 5," I chat with @Mint Mindy, a full-time YouTuber who's all about tech and lifestyle. We met at the PTYA meetup in Singapore, and we had such a blast! We laughed a lot and dived into the tough parts of being a YouTuber, discussing how to stay motivated by focusing our energy in the right direction.

#Escape9to5 #MintMindy #YouTubeJourney #FullTimeYouTuber #TechYouTuber #LifestyleYouTuber #PTYA #ContentCreation #YouTubeSuccess

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"Storytellers are people who are self-centered in a positive way." Matthew Dicks is an internationally bestselling author, podcaster, and a 59-time champion storyteller who teaches storytelling to individuals, companies, and universities. Hearing him say "My assumption is no one likes me, no one wants to listen to me, I have to find a really effective way to grab their attention and hold it at all times." made me realize how hard it is to tell a good story and how important it is.I recently finished reading his book *Someday Is Today*, where he shares his journey of finding meaning in life after an almost fatal car crash and being robbed at gunpoint. Matthew's insights on managing life and his passion for teaching, despite never leaving the 9 to 5 life, are truly inspiring.In the conversation, we talk about how Matthew's story and the fact of how important it is to be a better story teller no matter what we do and how every one of us should say YES a bit more to life and opportunities! Matt is also, using his own words, “never feel any stress”. His calm and soothing demeanor made this conversation a truly enjoyable experience.**🔗 CONNECT WITH MATTHEW:**📕 [Someday Is Today](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60965575-someday-is-today?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=ucbRS9WIZ0&rank=1)📙 [Storyworthy](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60965575-someday-is-today?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=ucbRS9WIZ0&rank=1)[X] https://x.com/MatthewDicks💻 https://matthewdicks.com/🎙 Podcast https://matthewdicks.com/podcasts/Chapters:0:00 Intro2:25 Two Truths and a Lie - Escape 9 to 5 Version4:48 Why Then? - How One Incident Changes Everything20:05 What Now? - Current Projects28:24 What’s Next? - More Shows?34:48 Lightning Round - Storytelling Holds the Key💌 Sign up to my free weekly email newsletter “The First 60 Days” - https://lydiaclinzi.substack.com/🎶Do you like the music? It's all thanks to Epidemic Sound! Dive in with this link: https://share.epidemicsound.com/0glnzs and enjoy 7 days totally free. Why not give it a shot? 🌟 I've been hooked for 3 years, and at $12/month, it's a steal - less than what I'd spend on coffee in a week! ☕️✨🍿 WATCH NEXT: 1. How YouTube Changed my Life (ft. Ali Abdaal & Sahil Bloom) https://youtu.be/yoN9TK9IrFA?si=Re7BtVIesFeznomY2. Edit Life's Best Story - Live Fully, Love Deeply, Grow Continuously https://youtu.be/GG5PnT1DZv8?si=d4NJjC3mV2cDhQTA3. Alex Dilling, 7 course Tasting Menu | Uncover the Secret of Gaining 2-Michelin Stars in 6 Months https://youtu.be/G6R4BpDi9Ow?si=hrwsQhzU0I1nVIdl🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:- Links mentioned in the video⚙️ Notion - https://affiliate.notion.so/zcnvbt71olus 📚 Readwise - A great put all your favorite quote from books https://readwise.io/i/li67 sign up for a free monthMY OTHER SOCIALS:🎙 My podcast Bite Size Climate Tech where a bite-size content about the coolest climate technology, season 2 I’m interviewing scientists, entrepreneurs to dissect the concept to an easy format! https://open.spotify.com/show/02aADu5pkKjlVFGTxUNT5W?si=8c4dbb868db14762 🌍 My website - https://www.lydiaclinzi.com/📸 Instagram - [https://www.instagram.com/lydiachenlinzi/](https://www.instagram.com/lydiachenlinzi/?hl=en)WHO AM I?Hey there! 👋 I'm Lydia, a former investment banker with a heart for climate tech and a passion for personal growth and healthy living. My channel is all about discovering the best versions of ourselves, whether that's through exploring new cuisines, diving into personal development, or sharing insights from my world in climate tech and finance. Join me for a blend of wellness, wisdom, and a dash of adventure, all wrapped up in all the memory plus from London, HK and beyond 🌟🍴🌱---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Gym, books, lifestyle and every tiny kindness in life.Say hi, don't be a stranger.http://www.lydiaclinzi.com/2024. Lydia C.Linzi All Rights Reserved

EP6 - "This is what I think about at night, I will wake up in the middle of the night and write stuff down" It's all about loving what you do—but not letting it consume you.

"Getting fired was the best day in my life." In Part 1 of EP5 of Escape 9 to 5, we meet the "Climate Cowboys," Brendan and Kiran, co-founders of Velvet Green, an impact-driven video production agency that’s changing the game. In this episode, we explore the raw and real beginnings of starting a business, the unexpected twists of fate, and the invaluable lessons learned from life's toughest moments. Discover how getting fired turned into the best day of Kiran’s life, how you got to learn how to take care of your mental health while building a business and how these experiences shape the future of Velvet Green.Learn more about them here:

https://www.velvetgreen.xyz/

Is it true that you escape 9 to 5 then you can do whatever you want? Is it true when you work for yourself you no longer to listen to anyone?

2024. Lydia C.Linzi All Rights Reserved

EP3 is truly one for the books! 🌟 I sit down with Asif, a fellow visionary from the Antler residency entrepreneur program, who shares an early brush with stardom and the invaluable lessons from his entrepreneurial journey.

She ditched the financial forecasts for a future unwritten.

EP2 with Anna Ong. Wave goodbye to number crunching, say hello to punchlines; Anna Ong's journey turns the tables on the typical career narrative. In this episode of 'Escape 9 to 5', we're not just talking about a switch from banking to the arts – we're diving into a life where the script is made up and the budget sheets don't matter.

Join me today as Anna spills the beans on how a one-way ticket sparked a seismic shift from fiscal reports to standing ovations. She's not just breaking the mold; she's casting a new one with a hearty dose of 'Yes And' thrown into the mix. Get ready for some serious inspo as she pulls back the curtain on WYSH, her storytelling sanctuary. Go ahead and watch her show here:  @whatsyourstoryslam  So, smash that subscribe button, and let's embark on this tale of transformation together – because who knows? It might just be the nudge you need to rewrite your own story.

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Storyworthy-Engage-Persuade-through-Storytelling/dp/1608685489

🎙️ Timestamp:

00:00 - Intro of Podcast and Anna Ong

01:12 - The One Way Ticket Story to Colombia

07:54 - What Now: StoryTelling, Improv and More

21:48 - The essence of storytelling and future

24:12 - Lightning Round and Outro

Gym, books, lifestyle and every tiny kindness in life.

"I quit." It's never as rosy as it sounds.Hey everyone! 🌟 Thinking of breaking free from your 9 to 5, but not quite sure if you're ready to take that leap? In this video, I'll walk you through the LEAP Framework — a series of four crucial questions focusing on Vision, Values, Timing, and Triumph. This framework is designed to not just inspire you but to equip you with the clarity and conviction needed to make a thoughtful decision about your next chapter.

Join us on 'Escape 9 to 5', where we step off the conventional career ladder and onto the winding path of personal discovery.