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If you’ve ever dreamed of ditching your 9–5 to pursue something more creative, this one’s for you.
In this episode, I chat with Evelyn (aka tapiocapress) about her transition from a corporate tech job to full-time YouTuber. Evelyn shares what it was like to feel misaligned in the world of work, how she began building her channel on the side, and the pivotal moment she decided to go all-in.
We chat about the emotional and practical sides of creative independence: the fear of leaving security, how to “job-craft” your way into alignment, and what it’s really like to share your life with an audience that’s still growing. We also discuss goal setting, how to deal with the ups and downs of being a content creator, the importance of staying honest with yourself, and the impact of finding community and support within the creator space.
A huge thanks to Evelyn for openly sharing her experience, which I think provides super valuable lessons and encouragement for anyone considering a similar path!
More from Evelyn
Resources Mentioned
- Evelyn’s book choice: The body keeps the score – Bessel Van Der Kolk
- How I built this with Guy Raz
- The Pathless Path – Paul Millerd
Chapters
- (02:32) Evelyn’s YouTube Beginnings
- (05:03) Dealing with Transparency and Audience Growth
- (12:00) Balancing YouTube and a Full-Time Job
- (12:47) The Reality of Burnout
- (13:06) Finding Inspiration from Other Creatives
- (15:45) Navigating the Decision to Quit Corporate
- (22:09) The Importance of Community and Support
- (27:49) Job Crafting: Molding Your Job to Fit Your Passions
- (30:29) The Dissonance of a Corporate Job vs. Personal Goals
- (32:41) Balancing Productivity and Personal Fulfillment
- (36:42) Navigating Corporate Culture and Personal Pursuits
- (42:16) Aligning Goals and Expectations
- (46:25) The Journey to Self-Understanding and Balance
- (49:08) Setting Goals and Reflecting on Progress
- (55:22) Book Recommendations and Final Thoughts
