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Episode 271: Is New York Too Romanticized? Our Setbacks & Successes in NYC

May 10, 2024

Janet discusses her setbacks and successes in NYC, from booking a place on Craigslist that turned out to be a brick wall to navigating challenges like job hunting and accommodation. The podcast explores the allure of NYC, contrasting life in L.A., and the importance of community and balanced lifestyle in pursuing dreams in the city.

55:00

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Janet

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Quick takeaways

Preparing to move to NYC involves thorough research and organization.

Navigating job opportunities in NYC requires resilience and networking.

Adapting to life in NYC demands resilience, determination, and a focus on long-term goals.

Deep dives

Planning a Move to New York City

Mel discusses her decision to move to New York City due to her boyfriend's promotion. The idea was initially discussed in September of a prior year, and as the opportunity solidified, she began researching the different burros and neighborhoods of New York to familiarize herself. This proactive approach included watching walking tours of areas like Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and asking friends about their experiences living in New York City. Eventually, as the move became imminent, Mel and her boyfriend created an Excel sheet together to organize their tasks and responsibilities.

Introduction

2min

Reflections on Moving to New York City and Romanticized Views

3min

Dreams and Discoveries in New York City

11min

Navigating the NYC Move

7min

Challenges and Reflections on New York Experience

3min

Navigating Challenges and Settling in New York

2min

Navigating Dreams and Realities in NYC

8min

Navigating Social Networks in New York City

18min

Mel’s settling into New York now, but before that, she sat down with Janet to talk about her expectations for the big move. Frequent listeners will know that Janet’s bounced around a lot, and at one point, NYC was a place she really hoped to live. Unfortunately, though the city is easy to romanticize, setting down roots there has its own unique set of challenges. Mel talks about how she prepared for the move, from creating Excel spreadsheets to researching all the different boroughs. Janet shares several attempts to try and make things work in New York, including a time where she booked a place to stay on Craigslist… but it turned out to be a brick wall! New York is the city of opportunity and inspiration, but what happens if your dreams don’t work out the way you expect?

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Hosts: Melody Cheng and Janet Wang

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