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Why I Quit My Job to Pursue My Childhood Dream

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Discover the inspiring journey of Jason Y. Lee in this TEDxUCIrvine talk as he recounts his decision to leave a corporate career and pursue his childhood dream of creating impactful videos. Learn about Lee's experiences, from his early inspirations to founding Jubilee Media, a company dedicated to producing content for purpose-driven millennials. Explore topics such as the Haiti earthquake, childhood aspirations, career transitions, and the pursuit of happiness. Gain insights into Lee's motivations, challenges, and ultimate success in the media industry, including Jubilee's impressive reach of over 30 million views and recognition from major publications and shows. Reflect on the power of following one's passions and the impact of purpose-driven work in this thought-provoking 22-minute presentation.

Syllabus

Intro
Haiti earthquake
Childhood
Taking turns
A boy can dream
My hero
I can do that
The first day
Why am I not happy
I wish
I quit my job
You work so hard
Moving to LA
Five years later

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