Escape 9 to 5

In this episode of Escape 9 to 5, I chat with Paul Millerd, author of The Pathless Path and Good Work. After a successful career at McKinsey and BCG, Paul decided to walk away from the traditional corporate ladder in search of something more meaningful. A health crisis was the turning point, prompting Paul to reassess his life and follow his curiosity—leading him to what he calls the Pathless Path...

Eventually, our passions guide us back to who we truly are. For Eli, whether in university, impact investing, or working across California and Nepal, one thing remains constant: he's a climate person at heart. Fighting climate change requires a better story—and more people to join the fight. In this episode of Escape 9 to 5 , I sit down with Eli, a passionate climate advocate, who shares his r...

Hey wonderful people! I'm so excited to share this very special episode of *Escape 9 to 5* with you! This time, we did something different—we recorded this episode live with an amazing audience at The Conduit in London, and the energy in the room was just incredible. 🥳In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Simon Alexander Ong, a powerhouse in the world of personal development an...

🌟 Ready to discover why your 30s can be even better than your 20s? Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Meg Jay, the renowned clinical psychologist and author known for her work on the 20sths. In this podcast, we explore how to navigate career changes, build identity capital, and make the most of your 20s and 30s.🔍 What You'll Learn:- Why your 30s can be better than your 20s- Building...

"How you do one thing is what you do everything." This week we are back with another episode of Escape 9 to 5. With Stephen Choi, a relationship coach who has started career on the wall street, we had such a wholesome conversation about the challenges of today’s hyper-digitally connected world and the importance of creating genuine connections offline. Stephen is an incredible example of this thro...

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...

"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...

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. Second installment of the podcast episode with Brendan and Kiran, the founders behind Velvet Green. Tune in as they share their own real-life tactics for balancing relentless drive with essential mental health br...

"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 lif...

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? Step away from the grind and into the passion with Anh, CEO of Nimi, as she lays bare the exhilarating, round-the-clock adventure of leaving her 9 to 5. This episode isn't just a conversation; it's a revelation of what it truly takes to build a dream...

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. From switching gear to riding the startup rolling coaster, what makes people succeed? What kind of impact people want to make when they escape 9 to 5? find out all of those in...

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 shee...

"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...

Join us on 'Escape 9 to 5', where we step off the conventional career ladder and onto the winding path of personal discovery. In our first episode, I sit down with Michelle from the 'Closer' podcast to share my own leap from the security of banking into the vibrant world of startups. We'll talk about the challenges and triumphs of relocating globally, the reasons behind my shift to entrepreneurshi...