19min chapter

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#169 "2M Subscribers, I love what I do, should I take a break?" — David Pakman on finding good work early, , how money and motivation changed over time, finding a balance in content creation, life after YouTube, his doubts about taking a sabbatical, having a daughter, dealing with public recognition and hateful comments, the lack of role models

The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd

CHAPTER

Navigating Career Beginnings and Evolution in Content Creation

The chapter explores the speaker's early career motivations and journey in content creation, from building websites at a young age to realizing the potential of non-traditional paths. It delves into experiences from college and post-graduate life, including pursuing an MBA to support their show, and reflections on internships and skill development. The discussion also covers the speaker's evolution in content creation, from writing to video production, highlighting the challenges and rewards of balancing passion with financial considerations.

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