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From Business Owner to Taxi Driver in Singapore [W&S 133 ft ‪LazyCabbie‬]

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What happens when the life you’ve built suddenly unravels? Meet Eddie aka LazyCabbie — a man who went from running his own business to driving a taxi overnight. But this isn’t just a story about career collapse. It’s about identity, shame, anger, and what it truly means to rebuild — not just your income, but your self-worth. You’ll hear:

  • The moment everything fell apart — and the one emotion that consumed him (hint: it wasn’t sadness)
  • Why his biggest critic wasn’t society… or his family… but someone much closer
  • How a simple comment from his wife sparked a journey that now has thousands watching and healing alongside him
  • The surprising place he found therapy — and no, it wasn’t a counselor’s office

Eddie didn’t just survive his downfall — he transformed it into a message that’s resonating across Singapore and beyond. And his definition of success? It might just challenge everything you think you know. Tune in because sometimes, the most inspiring stories come from those who’ve lost everything… and found themselves in the process. Don’t miss it. Available now on all major podcast platforms.

What We Discuss:

  • 02:55 How did your family and friends react to your career shift?
  • 07:42 What were the toughest thoughts you struggled with during this time?
  • 08:49 How did you cope with your old identity and your new one?
  • 13:21 When did you decide to start driving a taxi?
  • 17:51 When did you start to embrace self-acceptance?
  • 19:43 What was the turning point that led you to start the Lazy Cabbie?
  • 22:10 How do you measure success in your life today?
  • 25:49 Would you accept a high-paying job if it meant quitting YouTube?
  • 27:26 What advice would you offer to those facing criticism from their loved ones?
  • 28:57 What lessons did driving teach you that you didn’t learn in your previous jobs?
  • 30:53 What was the harshest criticism you faced?
  • 33:13 What’s the biggest obstacle you're dealing with now, and how is it shaping you?

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