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“Start to Live A Dream of Your Own”. I heard that loud and clear. Thanks for sharing something so personal. Excellent video.
Thank you so much and glad it helps!
It is a great video, but if you're open to feedback, the sound was really distracting
First of all, thank yoiu for your comment and positive feedback. Glad you enjoyed it. And second, Yes, I am always looking for feedback. I do think you are right, I noticed after the upload that some parts of the music were quite loud and I tuned it down for newer videos plus there are some better tracks. So very glad you point it out as it reinforces the message and direction. Thank you!
This is time well spent. Well structured, clear explanations, great engagement and good tone of voice. Thanks for this. And of course i have subscribed!
I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Welcome to our lovely community. 🙏🏼
Kai, you have presented innovative and honest perspective here. I think so many have forgotten that demonstrating passion (rather than being passive) is at the heart of human existence, as our purpose is to work so we can share our gifts and talents with others. Your advice here will make it much easier to scroll quickly over all the easy money videos and focus on my true calling. (AND - congrats on reaching 1K subscribers!)
Thank you so much Tosca - it’s not just me encouraging here on the channel but people like yourself, who with their own experience and comments contribute so much to this little - and as you said - growing group. I’m very grateful for that. Thank you.
Well said. I'm still trying to find my calling\passion.
Even if you’re still searching, don’t wait! Just start. Sometimes our calling doesn’t come when we seek but when we engage in something new. Wishing you the best!
@@KaiDLeifert thank you sir
Thanks for the advice, I always thought about passive income as something different. Very informative video. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your support 🙏🏼
Wow, your words of wisdom and observation exceeds the hundreds of thousands my company last time paid to some international 6 sigma consultants in an effort to 'transform the work culture'. The money was wasted as no improvement happened. It is true, if the working environment is 'happy', staff are less resillient. Too tough, they cannot take it. Too good, they get complacent. I just found your channel and had watched the video about self discipline and was a real eye opener.....because you mentioned problem sticking to discipline can be due to unmet emotions. Very interesting 🤔. Off to watch the third video of yours that KZread recommending to me.
I am so happy that you find some of my videos useful! You are right, many of the things we see and do are common sense but in some corporate environments that remains hard to achieve. However, as we strive to better ourselves we are able to formulate success on our own terms. And if we do this collectively, our environment changes for the better, too! I really appreciate your feedback, thank you!
@@KaiDLeifert yes really great content you have in your channel. You provide a different perspective and insights from most of the self improvement and productivity videos out there. Perhaps because you have led the unconventional life and do not stick to playing safe in life that led to these gems of wisdom. Please keep up the good work and I hope your videos would get recommended more to benefit more people.
Thank you!. Slowly but surely and I am grateful for everyone with the courage to follow their own path and dreams :)
CRAPITALISM is the why to everything that sucks about work and the economy.
I suggest that we as people shape and form our environment. Whilst there are certainly traits that are unhelpful, there are many who contribute positively. In many cases we are thus able to create a positive work culture too 💪🏼
The idea of sitting and being still with a Kaffee is where i absolutely agree with you! Giving yourself time to get lost in your thoughts is SO important for growth and understanding!
Getcha Kaffee Mike! It’s where my best ideas come
Sir I've heard and observed various interviews of successful people saying that most of today's high earning and top positions in corporate world or business are filled up with sales-people so what is the secret or training of sales people which makes them so great and valuable apart from other trades also which books should i read to understand and implement those strategies to grow in my career as design and site engineer which involves selling as well to commercial construction clients and consultants...
Thank you for this insightful question! You're spot on-sales skills really do play a crucial role in climbing the corporate ladder and securing those top-tier positions. It's true, many leaders you'll find in high-earning roles have a knack for selling not just their products, but their visions and themselves as well. Now, I'll be the first to admit that sales and marketing haven't always been my forte-it's an area I've had my challenges with too! However, I've found incredible value in "Building a StoryBrand" by Donald Miller. This book does a fantastic job of breaking down the core principles of effective communication in a way that's both engaging and easy to grasp. It helped me a lot, and I believe it can offer you some golden nuggets to apply in your role as a design and site engineer, especially when dealing with clients and consultants. And speaking of books, I think it's about time I start including a "recommended reading" section in my videos-just kidding! But, who knows, maybe it’s not such a bad idea after all! 😉 Thanks again for your question. Keep pushing boundaries and exploring new ways to blend your technical expertise with the art of selling. Here's to your continued success!
@@KaiDLeifert It means a lot 😊 I've got what i needed ! Thanks a Ton. Would love to see you making videos or book recommendations around such topics.
I’ve been toying with the idea of some books reviews so definitely not ruling it out! Thanks for the feedback, appreciate it.
Thanks
You are welcome and thanks for watching!
phew.. ty lol
😆 you’re welcome
Really good content and what a beautiful home
Thank you Luisa - appreciate the compliment. And yes, Its definitely close to my dream home :)
Immer wieder etwas besonderes…. Starke Präsentation!👍
Thank you 🙏🏼 love your support
Please share more about Bamsu's origin. :) I teach across a very broad age range of preschoolers to graduate students, so my workspace contains a very diverse array of items - from puppets to high level philosophy texts! I appreciate your recognition of the joy in personalization.
This made my day 😁!! I’ll certainly add some ‘Bamsu’ story into the next recording … but he started out to be an “ATC (air traffic controller) badger” from an air show , yet graduated through the acquisition of his fancy new jacket to pilot, managing director, owner of Nosebook, which is the badgers social network and many more things. Oh - and he’s two weeks old … every since 🤷🏻♂️
Extraordinary research ⭐ Sir how to build trust faster & marketing yourself in any work industry to stand out from the rest of competition.. any good books on this topic according to your wisdom?
Hello Mohib - thanks ever so much for your support. I don’t have specific book recommendations beyond what I shared with you in the last video on this one. What I would say is : trust is never built fast. It does take time - so consistency, delivering on promises and an ability to think strategically is what will put you apart from the rest.
good tips
Glad you think so! Thank you! ☺️
Thanks sir🎉
You’re welcome!
You are going to be popular on KZread soon ✨
Thank you for your support!
I feel relieved after viewing this, Kai. Excellent perspective. I am glad you are finding joy in your new home in Bali.
As always Tosca, love your support and yes I’m very happy in the environment, especially now that we moved home to our own place.
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This is exactly what I needed to hear in this point of the year and my career. Thanks for sharing this content! 👏
You are very welcome - absolutely delighted that you got some inspiration from this and I know you got this in 2024!
Excellent analysis 💜 Sir what would be some best books to read for People skills- i have heard that Co-workers are not your friends so how to build relationships at work to succeed faster than normal as it is said that network is networth ? Could you explain what one should be doing strategically in order to increase value & influence without being trapped in taking unwise steps or staying around losers.. People or experts on this issue have different and contradicting view points some say coworkers are not your friends, some say they can be friends..its confusing so last stop is i believe in your opinion about complex subjects...
First of all, your question around a strategic approach for work relationships resonates with me. I feel that this topic is worth its own video and I will put this on my list! Thank you!! Personally I had some great work relationships that stayed completely professional and a few (very few!) that lasted long before our professional paths parted. I don't think there is a one size fits all but it depends on how you wish to integrate your work with the rest of your lifestyle. Again - great content for an upcoming video! And finally, books. There are so many resources these days and I find it hard to pick a favorite. So let me go with a couple of choices that are probably not mainstream. Both of them are not purely about relationships with others but then I beleive that growing as individuals will also determine who we interact with. I highly recommend "Lost Connections" by Johann Hari for its profound analysis of human interactions and "Not a Life Coach" by James Smith. Both of those books resonated with my personal values but even if you disagree with the authors you will learn quite a bit!. Thanks so much for your inspiration and support!
@@KaiDLeifert Glad to see you find it worth making a video around this topic 😊 it means a lot !! Thanks for the insights, book recommendations 📒 and clarity about the whole subject.
A 60 year old man talking about AI and contemporary tech as if we need anymore signs the world is ending. Take your hundred views back to retirement yo.😂
Most promotions are just reconfirmation that you are already doing the duties of the new role with begrudging recognition via formal job title change
I do think that assuming responsibilities beyond your current job is indeed a good way to get promoted. Whether there is a "grudge" by promoting someone may be different from company to company - but in my experience any promotion has to be justified by the person recommending the promotion (usually the manager) and it usually also reflects positive on them so there are some good incentives at play. Personally, I was always ecstatic when I was able to promote someone internally in my years at Finance but I appreciate that the culture can be different everywhere.
Awesome
Thank you
Hey, man. What do you do? You're really good at this. I wonder why you don't have a million subscribers yet. Anyway, please keep on creating great content.
Thank you so much for the sentiment! Really appreciate it - and while the million subscribers come one day soon, I am chuffed to help people one by one. Thanks for the encouragement and compliments!
This video was what I needed, solid reminders. I feel so frustrated at my own passivity; the frustration curdles and simmers within me like a whistling tea pot ready to blow the lid. I know the direction I ought to go, I know it’s my purpose - I know I found these things I want and that fulfil me, that come from within me - why, why don’t I do it??? Just, just why? Why am I so afraid to be alone with myself and look into the mirror, to be in that solitude, and hone in on my dream? Why am I so frightened to finally stand on my own two feet? What is this stupid Inner resistance?? I think doing, being, is the cure to passivity. I had this silly belief for the longest time that I was incapable of anything worthwhile. I’m no believer. I know I’m unstoppable. So for the sake of my body that’s in denial, let’s put this belief on the knife edge. Throw myself into the deep end and swim and don’t ever, ever stop. Thank you so much for making this video. Music, visuals, everything was awesome. You seem very sincere, and your advice is genuinely helpful. I hope you live well, kind stranger 😊 thank you for helping a fellow human being. Now I’m going to run and never look back.
My heart always skips a beat when I hear the stories of those overcoming obstacles, like you have! Thank you so much for sharing and I’m genuinely so happy to hear that some of my words resonate. So - for those reasons I hope I won’t remain a stranger. Where-ever you’re running, know always what you’re running towards to - and that makes sure we’re never running away from something.
Thank you for this awesome video content, you're spot on!
Thanks Melissa for the feedback and encouragement - knowing that the content helps in some small way helps me keep on this path 🙏🏼
Too Good 💎 Bro what's some best books to read for Never giving up attitude in testing times like job search & career challenges also how to thrive in uncertainty & chaos without falling under stress which overwhelms us..
There is such a vast variety of leadership books - but I’ll go with a bit of a different answer. For testing times and the thriving in uncertainty, try “who moved my cheese”. It’s a leadership fable and I find it inspiring. The other recommendation I can make is for a book called “winning”. It’s written by Jack Welsh the former CEO of General Electric. There are loads of stories in it but most notably about his assistant who became a successful entrepreneur in herself. Highly recommend!
@@KaiDLeifert Thanks a Ton 💚 😊
I find AI very interesting , so I thought to go into this career. But then I heard organizations expects Master's degree from candidates. I am already working my ass off to pay undergraduate tuton fees , I have no intention to do graduate studies. I realise Perhaps it will be very hard for me to get my first AI job with only bachelors degree and an AI certificatation against competotors with Masters degree. I think I better rethink and choose another career path
I would encourage you to follow your passion. There are cycles in any industry - think about Finance for example. A degree or even a MBA was fully expected, yet in today's time it is rarely a requirement. It may be easier to land your dream AI job with a degree but not impossible without it. Smart work and determination - as well as - persistence play an equally important role! Maybe that "dream" job is not obtainable just yet but keep walking into the direction your heart points to. Nothing that is worth fighting for ever comes easy - but its well worth it!
The background song Title !?
The intro song is by Rex Banner, titled Human, Instrumental Version, available through Artlist. 🎧
I've been preparing for this world for years
Would love to hear your tips and experiences! Some things will sure take some time but we are well on our way ….
1 AI and Automation 2 The rise of one person enterprise 3 The importance of Work & Client Communities 4 Shared ownership through block chain I think showing these at the end of video will help to get key takeaways from this video Could explain 6:00 this point
Dear @Venky8293 - thanks so much for your suggestion! Something I would love to incorporate going forward! To answer your question with regard to my point at the 6:00 minute mark: I observed that the dynamic between clients and a company has changed quite a bit over the past few years. A lot more emphasis is put on creating a community of followers rather than just making the sale to a person. Companies started to understand that when they build a community the word of mouth is powerful and creates much more Sales than any marketing budget you may have.
thanks bro for sharinng it
@@KaiDLeifert TQ
I think separating different video sections into parts, like "Part one: IA" or something, would add a lot of stucture to the video and would make it easier to follow. But really good video, i've learned a lot!
Thank you so much for taking the time and making a thoughtful comment - I LOVE suggestions. You are right, chapters in the video help somewhat but making parts more obvious in the video itself is certainly something I can incorporate! And: Thank you for your support! 👏🏼
You got a sub Great vid btw
Thank you so much for your support! Appreciate it and hope you find lots more of value in this growing community! 👏🏼
This video is gonna blow up ...mark my words 🙌🏻
Thank you for your support! Really appreciate it 🙏🏼
subscribed!!
Love to have you onboard in our small but growing community! 👏🏼
This was really helpful! thank you.
I’m very glad. Thanks for watching and always feel free to ask questions or suggest topics 🙏🏼
In a Government agency, it's not what you know but what you don't know that gets you promoted. Also you have to be related or part of the company's country club in order to be promoted. Nepotism. 🤷
I have no doubt that there are less than ideal environments that do not promote the right values. And I have also no doubt that escaping them is no easy feat! There are certainly situations where we have to to ask ourselves the "Love it, Change it, Or Leave it" questions. However, we are also prone to coming to conclusions that fit our own perception without thoroughly looking at our own actions and this is what I am promoting here. Let's see what I, myself, can change. And when that fails it can be a starting point for a new strategy.
Great content
Thank you so much! The content today is mainly around career and life strategies but if you have other topics that you like to see, please drop me a comment! :)
Excellent video!
Thank you so much!
Got to have big dick energy.
I left the world of music to work in finance. What a mistake that was. I repent everyday.
I wish that you’re also taking the small moments in a day in which you can still follow your dreams despite all responsibilities. You can do this 👏🏼
My best job was working as a choir member in Bayreuth and I should have just stuck with that and not ever entered the world of finance. A big mistake!
It’s an experience. We do see life often as successes and mistakes but in reality we’re choosing a path and grow through the experience. And it’s never too late to follow your dreams!
This video resonates with me in an ineffable way. I've been so afraid of not succeeding or choosing a wrong path and wasting time pivoting to the point where it made taking action something that I was never willing to do. Thanks a bunch!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the message! It’s sometimes really hard to take action when we feel we don’t have all the information. In reality though each path has its own adventure. Wishing you much success in your next steps! 👏🏼
Laughed the way you put the topic by simple words and it helped me a lot. It’s really disappointing seeing you not having 1 million followers. At least you have one more.
I really appreciate the sentiment and your message - thank you! And even though it’s somewhat corny: hearing that the topic and video helped you is a great reward in itself and I’m thankful for it. 👏🏼
Wow, I'm very jealous of that location that you're filming in Kai! Where in the world are you?
😄 thank you. Very fortunate indeed as I relocated to Bali about 6 months ago 🏝️
Jordar KZreadr ho aap. (Translate it in English)
Strength definitely comes from standing by what you believe 👏🏼
I found you at the right time in my career. My sincere thanks to Kai.
I really appreciate that comment. Glad that some items resonate with you and feel free to always reach out for anything you wonder about.
Brilliant video Kai, exactly how I feel. I left corporate life to be self employed due to a really bad manager, before this manager I had a fantastic manager who was very supportive of my dyslexia and the skillset I brought to the team. But self employed has not been great for me and now I feel ready to go back to corporate finance life again. But having eight years self employed on my CV, a lot of companies don’t like. Don’t get me wrong, the skills I have learned will help in me returning to my profession but it’s taken longer to get recognised. Thank you for sharing 👍👍
Thank you so much for sharing! 👏🏼 I can also relate to the point of our manager being a key aspects on what path we choose. As for explaining your time away from the corporate world: I wouldn’t worry too much. You own your choice and you can explain what you learned. In many organisations that’ll be a big asset as corporations seek entrepreneurial minds too! And for the ones who don’t: they may now not be the right fit, and that’s ok! You now have a skill set that differentiates you from the rest, so use that for sure 👌🏼