Making Up To $14K Per Month As A Private Chef

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  • @trackourmoney5340
    @trackourmoney5340 3 роки тому +3705

    Got let go from his job and doubled his income while doing something he loves (with no professional experience in the field). Nothing but respect for him and hope he keeps enjoying life.

    • @msf8297
      @msf8297 3 роки тому +20

      God i see what you are doing for others

    • @organizedchaos4559
      @organizedchaos4559 3 роки тому +8

      But can he sustain this after the pandemic?

    • @GameFuMaster
      @GameFuMaster 3 роки тому +32

      @@organizedchaos4559 why not? People will be able to more freely visit each other's homes.

    • @Naomi-xu4hq
      @Naomi-xu4hq 3 роки тому +11

      @@organizedchaos4559 it would sustain even mor

    • @TChalla007
      @TChalla007 3 роки тому +18

      @@organizedchaos4559 People that hire him were doing this before the Pandemic. I have a friend who hires one. Chef like this get booked up from referrals. Many also do meal preps for the week. Also the rich love to entertain in their home with friends and family, whether to show off their house(keeping up with the jones) or real specific about their diet and have no time for restaurants.

  • @cheezybred
    @cheezybred 3 роки тому +1108

    I never met this guy, but for some reason I’m so proud of him. This is what it’s all about, doing what you love and getting paid handsomely for it.

  • @rashodbacon
    @rashodbacon 3 роки тому +359

    I've know Chef Oh for many years. We even worked together in corporate America for a few years. He always brought a high level of energy and genuine enthusiasm to the table. Michael could be successful in anything he chose. Glad to see a homie, a peer, and a friend find true success and happiness. Bravo Michael. Bravo!

    • @zachm9705
      @zachm9705 2 роки тому +4

      I've been working in the food industry for years. Have tried growing an IG following but it's hard. Will try again and emulate the Chef with my own spin.

    • @sqxpn1433
      @sqxpn1433 2 роки тому +4

      @@zachm9705 I hope everything works out for you!! don't give up bro you gotta do what makes you happy.

    • @reneerobinson3559
      @reneerobinson3559 Рік тому

      I knew he hung with “us”🤭

  • @IvyandCJsGarden
    @IvyandCJsGarden 3 роки тому +154

    Crazy how the "financially stable" corporate job was gone.......just like that. And now he's making way more doing WHAT HE LOVES. Whoever is reading this comment, YOU CAN REACH YOUR GOALS!!!

  • @CaseyBurnsInvesting
    @CaseyBurnsInvesting 3 роки тому +1480

    This guy is living outside of the box. That’s why he’s succeeding.

    • @MarMar-go9iq
      @MarMar-go9iq 3 роки тому +25

      That "box" thing...too much 20th century! He is doing what he loves to do...what it seems right for him! He made a decision and stick with it! That is not "outside the box"...it seems that he found his box...his place...his happy place!

    • @GameFuMaster
      @GameFuMaster 3 роки тому +14

      @@MarMar-go9iq exactly. Instead of living in someone else's comfort zone, he's living in his own comfort zone.
      Can't grow grapes like you would grow an avacado.

    • @MarMar-go9iq
      @MarMar-go9iq 3 роки тому +4

      @@GameFuMaster On point!

    • @meloncat3503
      @meloncat3503 3 роки тому +3

      Not really. He's just an opportunist taking advantage of a situation created by Atlanta's prosperity.

    • @GameFuMaster
      @GameFuMaster 3 роки тому +20

      @@meloncat3503 yes, that's called seizing the moment. It's how you succeed in anything. Not through complaining.

  • @FinancialShinanigan
    @FinancialShinanigan 3 роки тому +2398

    At least he gives big portions unlike those expensive restaurants.

    • @tanmaysingh267
      @tanmaysingh267 3 роки тому +38

      This comment is gonna blowup

    • @DouglasLee9
      @DouglasLee9 3 роки тому +3

      good point

    • @hejiranyc
      @hejiranyc 3 роки тому +77

      That's a Korean thing. Nothing insults a Korean more than small portions.

    • @organizedchaos4559
      @organizedchaos4559 3 роки тому +3

      @@hejiranyc umm ban Chan?

    • @hejiranyc
      @hejiranyc 3 роки тому +5

      @@organizedchaos4559 Um... lots of ban chan?

  • @kirameki7331
    @kirameki7331 3 роки тому +495

    He's not just cooking, he also shows and teaches them in the process... Money well spent.

    • @DoughBoy45
      @DoughBoy45 3 роки тому +24

      If you can provide great customer service, and have the skills to back it up with good quality work, people will throw money at you.

    • @jamgooandyou
      @jamgooandyou 3 роки тому +2

      Teaching them to cook but is a amateur cook himself......you wouldnt get a youtube taugh brain surgeon teaching brain surgery to medical students

    • @Torchl146
      @Torchl146 3 роки тому

      @@DoughBoy45 Jeff Bezos agrees

    • @Torchl146
      @Torchl146 3 роки тому +2

      @@jamgooandyou Well maybe because your friend doesn't die from a not so good steak

    • @AR-qo4zz
      @AR-qo4zz 3 роки тому +11

      @@jamgooandyou If you can cook, you can cook. I dont need to see a degree to know if I'm eating some amazing food. No need to be a snob

  • @Chef_Jake
    @Chef_Jake 3 роки тому +198

    I started my career as a private chef 5 years ago, and my income grew 4x. I have no formal training either, and I’m 27 now.
    It’s a super cool and exciting field, and it has better pay, benefits and quality of life than any restaurant or catering gig.

    • @szn7548
      @szn7548 3 роки тому +3

      Yea restaurants exploit people

    • @lighttheoryllc4337
      @lighttheoryllc4337 3 роки тому +1

      How much money did you have to save in order to get started 🤔???

    • @DaishaLashaa
      @DaishaLashaa 3 роки тому +1

      How did you start???

    • @zachm9705
      @zachm9705 2 роки тому

      @@DaishaLashaa Yeah I want to know too. I understand Michael got started via Instagram. I'm at a point in my career where I'm stuck.

    • @Thebraaichef
      @Thebraaichef Рік тому

      Can we link up ,may you share your ig

  • @JonathanSorunke
    @JonathanSorunke 3 роки тому +563

    It’s was a blessing that Michael got laid off because he was finally able to pursue he’s passion. Awesome story!

    • @ronstallworth9421
      @ronstallworth9421 3 роки тому +1

      Reminds me of that scene from Up in the Air.

    • @ezscootrr
      @ezscootrr 3 роки тому +5

      I'm waiting to be laid off.

    • @paolomaldinification
      @paolomaldinification 3 роки тому +6

      A lot of people found their passion due to this lockdown...

    • @MakeYourBusinessCook
      @MakeYourBusinessCook 3 роки тому

      Not every day you can say that!

    • @inerit5175
      @inerit5175 3 роки тому

      @@ezscootrr don't wait! just start something by the side! you'll be surprised!

  • @nyaradhiambo
    @nyaradhiambo 3 роки тому +167

    Being fired/losing his job was literally the best thing that happened to him 😲😲😲💯💯💯

  • @bertoman1990
    @bertoman1990 3 роки тому +150

    This truly goes to show that a culinary degree isn't entirely the key to getting to where he is. All it takes is passion and heart to get it right!

  • @SisiYemmieTV
    @SisiYemmieTV 3 роки тому +913

    This is so inspirational!!!!

  • @investedfemelle7564
    @investedfemelle7564 3 роки тому +84

    I smiled the whole time. YOU GO MAN! I love these non traditional businesses and jobs. Our generation is unstoppable

  • @chrisb7789
    @chrisb7789 3 роки тому +66

    14k per month? That's my annual income as a chef! Studied in a prestigious culinary school in our country, worked in a few restaurants. Also worked in a 5 star hotel here. But I'm not jealous. I love my job! Cooking is passion! Kudos to you good sir! You deserve it! Keep it up!

    • @mimizdani8194
      @mimizdani8194 3 роки тому +18

      Dayum, that's awesome. Start your own business too, creat an Instagram account and start posting and posting. It might work, no one knows. Good luck

    • @CedarRoofsOnly
      @CedarRoofsOnly 6 місяців тому +1

      You can do the same. You have the passion. All you need is the balls,and a bit of start up cash, sprinkle in a bit of ambition, and VOILA!

    • @peteaulit
      @peteaulit 4 місяці тому

      I don’t know where you live but $14k/year is less than minimum wage which is hard to believe for someone that went to culinary school. I hope you’re making more now…
      Also, $14k/month needs to be net otherwise this is crap after all overhead and taxes are paid just fyi.

  • @thetruthsayer8347
    @thetruthsayer8347 3 роки тому +306

    My friend always said: “ your money is other people’s pockets, you just need to find out a legal way to get it out of their pockets ”

    • @makedafindlay9398
      @makedafindlay9398 3 роки тому +2

      🤣🤣

    • @trcs3079
      @trcs3079 3 роки тому +2

      This is a very pseudo statement. It could apply to everything economic lol

    • @onlygameplay134
      @onlygameplay134 3 роки тому +1

      This is gold... :D

  • @jvansickle6094
    @jvansickle6094 3 роки тому +280

    His business is going to explode now

    • @organizedchaos4559
      @organizedchaos4559 3 роки тому

      But what about after the pandemic?

    • @anoukc6928
      @anoukc6928 3 роки тому +22

      @@organizedchaos4559 People will still eat, you know.

    • @organizedchaos4559
      @organizedchaos4559 3 роки тому +2

      @@anoukc6928 yeah but restaurants will be open again

    • @anoukc6928
      @anoukc6928 3 роки тому +23

      @@organizedchaos4559 he had clients before the pandemic. He was keeping his corporate job because his parents wouldn't approve. But he got laid off - pandemic - so it gave him the possibility to work full time. He offers something different that restaurants don't have.

    • @organizedchaos4559
      @organizedchaos4559 3 роки тому +1

      @@anoukc6928 umm that’s not what the video said.

  • @tonyseraphin5901
    @tonyseraphin5901 3 роки тому +45

    He did a dinner for us. It was awesome. Food was excellent and just a great guy to be around.

  • @IAMOTAKU
    @IAMOTAKU 3 роки тому +50

    Kudos to him for pursuing something he loves even when the odds are against him! I believe in pursuing what you enjoy and earning at the same time, but oh boy it AINT easy.

  • @riskbusin3ss
    @riskbusin3ss 3 роки тому +183

    I spent $100 on a dish last night and I was still hungry, at least his portions is big and generous.

    • @ricardomontoya7731
      @ricardomontoya7731 3 роки тому +13

      When youve paid 100 dollars for a meal you know youve made it….plus you can watch sopranos and feel the trill of being an american, here in romania you get 2 hookers for 100!

    • @tonywilliams4656
      @tonywilliams4656 3 роки тому

      If you had invested the $100 with Mr Carson Tyron ... then you must have been a millionaire by now 😎 I’m a witness

    • @WaveRider1989
      @WaveRider1989 3 роки тому

      You went to the wrong restaurant then wtf

  • @JDelta87
    @JDelta87 3 роки тому +54

    This is such a cool story to me. Michael was able to turn his side hustle into his main and profit mentally as well as financially. I'm so happy for him!

  • @TexasStardust11
    @TexasStardust11 3 роки тому +12

    His story was so inspiring and motivational. Being laid off was a blessing in disguise for him. He focused on his passion and look how it manifested for him. I don’t even know this man and I am very happy & proud of him. Way to go Chef Oh!!!!

  • @lichi1244eva
    @lichi1244eva 3 роки тому +104

    I can't cook, but I am motivated to pursue my passion thanks to this video.

    • @martinflores1370
      @martinflores1370 3 роки тому +1

      Same here. I love cooking.

    • @Michelle-pn9xt
      @Michelle-pn9xt 3 роки тому +1

      You do not have to do what he does.

    • @FluffyBawws
      @FluffyBawws 3 роки тому +1

      Don’t worry, he doesn’t know how to cook either. He’s just good at bullshitting people.

    • @Torchl146
      @Torchl146 3 роки тому

      @@FluffyBawws Man thx that is the first not brainwashed comment under this video. I mean before I was just thinking am I the only one thinking that this looks like scamming rich idiots?

  • @DavidClay
    @DavidClay 3 роки тому +135

    I love this story. And it doesn’t hurt that he’s so easy on the eyes.

    • @sonyawashington1022
      @sonyawashington1022 3 роки тому +4

      Hopefully, he puts it to good use cos cash is ultimately thrash and there's absolutely no need holding it. 3 surprisingly easy but profitable ways to hold this amount of funds in 2021; Crypto, Real Estates, who can guess the 3rd?

    • @brandirichards5519
      @brandirichards5519 3 роки тому +3

      @@sonyawashington1022 Has to be FX. Made my first 6 figures through it earlier this year as a newbie after I met a veteran in the field... Retiring by next year with absolutely no fears...

    • @randolphwagner7658
      @randolphwagner7658 3 роки тому +2

      @@brandirichards5519 Wow I know Rebecca. Met her once at a fundraiser here in Dallas. Great speaker and full of humor too... "Ms Buy the dip" Lol.

    • @DavidClay
      @DavidClay 3 роки тому +10

      Is this a real convo under my post? Lol

    • @mysterymachine4220
      @mysterymachine4220 3 роки тому +7

      @@DavidClay seems like a bunch of bots to me...

  • @princeflurry
    @princeflurry 3 роки тому +34

    He looks so happy because he is getting paid to do something he loves and good on him for it.

  • @rodriguezchen
    @rodriguezchen 3 роки тому +21

    Seems like a super nice guy, well deserved, I don’t know him but I’m so happy for him

  • @dalyriyadh2685
    @dalyriyadh2685 3 роки тому +36

    "you have no idea how happy I am" one day I'm going to say the same thing doing the things that I love

  • @TheBlackDorothyZbornak
    @TheBlackDorothyZbornak 3 роки тому +50

    This is absolutely something I'd pay for if I had it. Lol it is absolutely priceless to have a wonderful homecooked meal for me! Especially working 70hrs+a week in the ED😩

  • @krisw.5025
    @krisw.5025 9 місяців тому +2

    Imagine being told to wear masks, and stay away from everyone BUT he’s Meeting new people and establishing new relationships DURING the pandemic! AND cooking their food! Genius!

  • @jjjenjun
    @jjjenjun 3 роки тому +29

    nothing but respect for this guy

  • @FinancialMatter
    @FinancialMatter 3 роки тому +70

    This is the American dream...not focusing on what your parents want but pursing your passions to the fullest. Congrats to this chef!

  • @mikeg3439
    @mikeg3439 3 роки тому +65

    Would actually love to hear his whole story about how he built up his skills and experience as a chef. He didn't walk into up to 14K a month just knowing how to use a can opener and how to select things from the frozen dinner aisle.

    • @cannabisdeathmorbs
      @cannabisdeathmorbs 3 роки тому +2

      Practice?

    • @korenng5553
      @korenng5553 3 роки тому +3

      As a Home Economist in HS & College I study a variety of recipes & cook books. Understand what foods works = experiment ! Success to Chef Oh in sharing - time well spent & everyone needs to re create their passion.

    • @skyak4493
      @skyak4493 3 роки тому +3

      His Instagram account would show the history you seek. I am sure he will do videos or a book some day.

    • @nogoodname8133
      @nogoodname8133 3 роки тому +5

      He is not a chef, a chef is the person in command of a professional kitchen, he is a professional cook. Its just like you woudnt call a nurse doctor.
      Also as someone with over 12 years of experience working in 2-3 michelin star restaurants this guy looks like he can cook good for a home cook, but his food is far from being restaurant quality and 350 dollars per person for what he is showing in this video is just ridiculously overpriced...

    • @arancarlton3285
      @arancarlton3285 3 роки тому +3

      @@nogoodname8133 agreed, graduated CIA in 2011, I dont make anywhere near that and i'm in Napa Valley, and i kinda detest people using the name Chef as if you just can, we worked VERY hard to be called Chefs, you are a cook............I'm not hating just put in the work

  • @thefreshestprince89
    @thefreshestprince89 3 роки тому +39

    I know it's easy to criticize his parents but I totally understand that migrant mentality around wanting stability for your children after you've taken a huge risk to come to a foreign land. For me, I want my kids to have the freedom and safety net to take risks like this guy.

    • @skyak4493
      @skyak4493 3 роки тому +2

      This is success but @ twice the pay it is only equal to the steady paycheck he left. I doubt it takes less time and he won’t get the paid vacation he used to develop his skills and following.
      I quit my job to invest but I still have problems getting a mortgage for a small fraction of my NW even though it is less than I made in the past year. He enjoys what he does and has happy customers. That’s the win.

  • @johndoeee888
    @johndoeee888 3 роки тому +34

    At the end of the day. Just do what you love. Doesn't matter what friends and families think.

    • @PWCDN
      @PWCDN 3 роки тому

      all you should care about is it gets you paid. You need to get paid for doing what you love, else its just a hobby. Anyone can have a hobby.

  • @2BOLD4U
    @2BOLD4U 3 роки тому +44

    I love all these videos that CNBC is making about the new careers people are creating because they lost their job.

  • @Cobalt_027
    @Cobalt_027 2 роки тому +3

    I am private Chef aswell, its an incredible experience. Shopping, and preparing aswell as the connections and experiences you get/give to the guests/clients is way more fufilling than any line/restaurant work.

  • @07krutons
    @07krutons 3 роки тому +10

    Love it! Not blaming others for his bad luck and feeling sorry, going out and making it!

  • @BuzzLiteBeer
    @BuzzLiteBeer 3 роки тому +26

    I'm super stoked for this guy (he's living the Asian-American dream: no corporate job and still earning a living), but mastery doesn't happen from a single trip to Italy or other food mecca. I personally would never pay for a private chef without proper training and experience, but he's found a way to leverage social media and an awesome extroverted personality to gain clients.

    • @mvzv3913
      @mvzv3913 3 роки тому +1

      I mean trained chef are like sand on the beach.

    • @shawkins79
      @shawkins79 3 роки тому +3

      I’ve eaten at some bad food from trained chefs. Training alone doesn’t make anyone talented.

    • @scorpio7938
      @scorpio7938 3 роки тому

      Really i would eat his food i have been cooking for years and years but im not a trained chef

    • @scorpio7938
      @scorpio7938 3 роки тому

      Also im a very good cook

  • @samwhateverportsche
    @samwhateverportsche 3 роки тому +54

    Unfortunately that won't work in europe . because most people know how to cook .

    • @karinneeskens
      @karinneeskens 3 роки тому +3

      You spelled “Asia” wrong…

    • @samwhateverportsche
      @samwhateverportsche 3 роки тому +2

      @@karinneeskens did I say Asia ? Or did I say Europe ? And just so you are happy... It won't work in Asia. "KAREN" 😂

    • @05JaMaL06
      @05JaMaL06 3 роки тому +1

      @@samwhateverportsche 😂😂😂hes def. a KAREN!!!! 😂😂😂😂haha

    • @SophisticatedDogCat
      @SophisticatedDogCat 3 роки тому +3

      It’s not a matter of knowing how to cook, it’s a matter of wanting to cook. Cooking isn’t some amazing skill. If you can follow instructions you can cook, don’t act like cooking requires some sort of talent.

    • @samwhateverportsche
      @samwhateverportsche 3 роки тому

      @@SophisticatedDogCat 😂 some cultures do some don't . Relax you millennial. Geez you guys act like Chihuahuas ... Breathe you are still alive ... And you will still after reading my comment .

  • @explorecalifornialife
    @explorecalifornialife 3 роки тому +4

    The guy unlocked his creative energy and utilized it to overcome an tricky situation. Kudos to him!

  • @grecojones
    @grecojones 3 роки тому +70

    This is so awesome. He’s lucky his passion lends itself for monetization

    • @relive911
      @relive911 3 роки тому +2

      if you're passionate enough, it will always lend itself for monetization.

    • @naomiwilliams8850
      @naomiwilliams8850 3 роки тому +1

      @@relive911 if there are enough paying customers it will likely lend itself to monetization.
      Passion is nothing without paying customers

  • @justicejoycetv
    @justicejoycetv 3 роки тому +13

    *Before clicking I had to send this to my undercharging BFF, IN ATLANTA because mannnn... He should be* making more. 🥴🥴🥴
    Kudos on Chef O for getting his worth. 🥰

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      @tonywilliams4656 3 роки тому

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  • @CB-rv2lj
    @CB-rv2lj 3 роки тому +11

    You won't be successful like this without the personality to match. People won't hangout with you if you don't understand social cues, aren't fun to talk to, socially awkward etc. So this guy found his niche and that's awesome. Don't be mistaken that you can replicate this with ease!

  • @nehemiahstewart
    @nehemiahstewart 3 роки тому +7

    He seems like an awesome guy. I'm glad its working out for him. God bless.

  • @chefhak
    @chefhak 3 роки тому +20

    I just had to scale back my personal chef business cause I was getting too busy but after seeing this I am turning it up 10x.

    • @PAYDAYHEDGE
      @PAYDAYHEDGE 3 роки тому +1

      Are you in Nigeria?

    • @chefhak
      @chefhak 3 роки тому

      @@PAYDAYHEDGE no in the bay area

    • @Thrall079
      @Thrall079 3 роки тому +1

      @@chefhak oof you must be making bank as a personal chef in that area lol, good luck!

    • @chefhak
      @chefhak 3 роки тому

      @@Thrall079 Yes it's very busy especially this time of year but we constantly turn down parties because we have no man power

  • @katiatannus3146
    @katiatannus3146 3 роки тому +50

    This guy is making lemonade out of life's lemons

  • @FinancialShinanigan
    @FinancialShinanigan 3 роки тому +491

    To be fair, if Gordon Ramsay was Korean, his parents would still find disappointments lol

  • @cutenobi
    @cutenobi 3 роки тому +33

    Housekeepers are becoming a part of the regular income household and soon personal chefs will be.

  • @silverfranklin508
    @silverfranklin508 3 роки тому +70

    If you want to be successful have the mindset of the rich, spend less and invest more don't give up on your dreams.

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      @jessicamolly9733 3 роки тому

      Diversifying is the best key to investing and being wealthy

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      @gwencaster8470 3 роки тому +1

      It is better to put the price of discipline than to pay the price of regret tomorrow and make the right decision to join the winning team today

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      @gwencaster8470 3 роки тому

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      @hanksflowell2994 3 роки тому +1

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      @kelvinray6233 3 роки тому +1

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  • @raymondcunanan1135
    @raymondcunanan1135 3 роки тому +10

    What a great episode! At the end, it's about being happy on whatever you are doing and making money while being able to do that is just a bonus

  • @cxkelley
    @cxkelley 3 роки тому +1

    No wife and/or kids...freedom through the roof!

  • @alp.9672
    @alp.9672 3 роки тому +17

    people who went to culinary school are punching the air

    • @flavienadjovi
      @flavienadjovi 3 роки тому +1

      Hes never had a chef throw food at him, theres more than air punches being thrown right now

  • @LifeCoachYvette
    @LifeCoachYvette 3 роки тому +15

    Is he single? ..Asking for a friend

  • @cherxiong6799
    @cherxiong6799 3 роки тому +42

    What a lot of people don't realize is that getting laid off or leaving your job can actually be a blessing in disguise. Don't get so attach to a "paycheck".

    • @Chiraq312boi
      @Chiraq312boi 3 роки тому +2

      This is a rarity. Absolutely get attached to a paycheck if that is your lane. Not everyone is meant to be something special. Work on improving yourself along the way.

    • @salv02
      @salv02 3 роки тому

      Paycheck is like heroine. Starting your own business comes with more risks but with more risks comes more rewards.

    • @Chiraq312boi
      @Chiraq312boi 3 роки тому

      @@salv02 Yes, providing for yourself or family with consistent pay is like a hardcore drug. Good comparison.

    • @salv02
      @salv02 3 роки тому

      @@Chiraq312boi Loss Aversion is real

    • @Chiraq312boi
      @Chiraq312boi 3 роки тому

      @@salv02 I guess if you read enough side hustle cringe Instagram posts anyone can be dumb enough to think they have what it takes to run a business. 80% of the population forgets to drink water during the day, they should all be their own bosses.

  • @paolabueso
    @paolabueso 3 роки тому +8

    I’m so happy for his success! He is doing something he loves, meeting new people and getting paid well for it too! 😀🙌🙌🙌

  • @Mindsetvows
    @Mindsetvows 3 роки тому +46

    The Pandemic was a Blessing for him.

  • @garnettlivingston3739
    @garnettlivingston3739 Рік тому +1

    Congrats Michael, I am a self taught private chef also and grew my business to around the same revenue as well. There is a freedom that we have which cannot be valued, and I agree - meeting all of the interesting people we cook for is a fun bonus!

  • @scully392z
    @scully392z 3 роки тому +6

    There’s nothing like doing what you love

  • @Mulsanne16
    @Mulsanne16 3 роки тому +1

    I'm sorry you lost you're job, But im glad you are now able to do what you love & make great $$ doing so. This is the perfect example of finding happiness in what you do everyday. I want to give him a hug & say well done.

  • @jfrank1882
    @jfrank1882 3 роки тому +14

    Adapt to your situation and rise to the occasion, in a nutshell

  • @record.retake.repeat7922
    @record.retake.repeat7922 3 роки тому +1

    Some people are just born innately with talent and combine it with passion, you will get a success story. He is an inspiration for those who did not have any cooking lessons.

  • @nicolebond3992
    @nicolebond3992 3 роки тому +3

    This episode shows that it’s good to cultivate interests and hobbies on the side that are not only enjoyable, but have the potential to be lucrative. I’m glad things have turned out so well for him. Goes to show that sometimes we have to be more flexible in our thinking, as opportunities could be within our reach, but we just don’t know it as yet.

  • @davidr5098
    @davidr5098 3 роки тому +2

    Wow, I can tell that you hardly cook, never been a chef, never taken any formal training, but come right out to compete with michelan chefs, tv shows, online recipes, home delivery, ... all I can say is that you have guts, man. Good for you.

  • @jachinoy1565
    @jachinoy1565 3 роки тому +9

    Love it!
    I would love a private chef too
    Good for u Michael!

    • @tonywilliams4656
      @tonywilliams4656 3 роки тому

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    • @theconnectionpagestcp2.094
      @theconnectionpagestcp2.094 3 роки тому

      are you spending $14k a month for it?

  • @rockyrockdiworldnuh4749
    @rockyrockdiworldnuh4749 3 роки тому +1

    Can't express how happy I am for him, we need to hear stories like this to keep up n Goin, more strength n power man keep up di good works.

  • @jalabi99
    @jalabi99 3 роки тому +5

    What an incredibly inspiring story. You go, Chef Oh!

  • @mmichy
    @mmichy 3 роки тому +2

    He’s living the 2021 dream lol. Good for you man! Be blessed - don’t forget to pay it forward :)

  • @AngelasTravelAdventures
    @AngelasTravelAdventures 3 роки тому +3

    Turned his passion into a profitable side hustle!

  • @m.ramos93
    @m.ramos93 Рік тому

    It’s one those stories that are truly motivating. The guy was hit and made most of it. Seems like a wonderful guy and honestly I can see why people would book him for private events

  • @Rusty01
    @Rusty01 3 роки тому +13

    Private chef... Dope

  • @AllTimeHighAotearoa
    @AllTimeHighAotearoa 3 роки тому +1

    Nothing but respect, not letting the pandemic stop him. The millionnaire mindset brilliant 👏

  • @implussed
    @implussed 3 роки тому +3

    im so happy for him!! maybe one day if he starts a restaurant empire ill be able to try his food

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      @tonywilliams4656 3 роки тому

      Invest with Mr.Carson Tyron and thanks me later 🥰🥰
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  • @Jut_tc
    @Jut_tc 3 роки тому

    Owning your business is worth the effort. I am currently an account officer and studying Financial Information System at 28 looking forward to starting my own delivery service business. I strongly believe having control of your destiny really matter. Thanks Mr Oh, I'm really inspired.

  • @nixc71
    @nixc71 3 роки тому +75

    That is so smart teach rich people how to make a pizza and then they’ll forget how the next day

  • @khoado123
    @khoado123 3 роки тому

    this is the definition of blessing in disguise... what an inspiration

  • @shadorismartin
    @shadorismartin 3 роки тому +6

    I love this one! Buford Farmers market is a favorite place.

  • @cu7695
    @cu7695 3 роки тому

    I'm a self taught cook too. I never knew how much delight I get from trying and learning new recipes. It's much cheaper than restaurant and I love grocery shopping for new and unique foods

  • @brimmed
    @brimmed 3 роки тому +226

    This guy may be the oldest looking 'millenial' i've ever seen

    • @vasiovasio
      @vasiovasio 3 роки тому +29

      Millenials are 1981 to 1996 and this year oldest are 40 and youngest 25 years old.

    • @Digger-Nick
      @Digger-Nick 3 роки тому +15

      @@vasiovasio Those dates constantly get changed around. Under no circumstance was someone ever born in 1981 a millennial lmao.

    • @Digger-Nick
      @Digger-Nick 3 роки тому +7

      @Juicebox So you're admitting you didn't read a word I typed? Why are you openly admitting your ignorance?

    • @Digger-Nick
      @Digger-Nick 3 роки тому +3

      @Juicebox You didn't read what I said. You're ignorant

    • @CuriousApeTv
      @CuriousApeTv 3 роки тому +3

      @Juicebox he's a troll

  • @charliej766
    @charliej766 2 роки тому

    When something negative happens, do you see it as an obstacle or an opportunity? So many people fall into depression when they’re laid off and become angry or withdrawn but this man saw it as an opportunity. Awesome story!

  • @maurreese
    @maurreese 3 роки тому +12

    His food looks absolutely delicious!!!!

  • @Che9009
    @Che9009 3 роки тому +1

    ALOT of things require dealing with the public, being a likeable person or charismatic, really daunting stuff for folks that don't really like socializing a lot.

  • @kadaira4896
    @kadaira4896 3 роки тому +3

    I don't think he needed a degree on how to prepare a meal, we're conditioned by those who've invested interest in culinary art business that we needed some sort of a certificate. If you think of it, a lot of crafts shouldn't require a degree and can be easily self-taught.

  • @noblebrown6580
    @noblebrown6580 3 роки тому +2

    As a chef coming back into the industry i need this

  • @esmeraldamartinez8237
    @esmeraldamartinez8237 3 роки тому +10

    The food looks so freaking delicious 😋

  • @DaishaLashaa
    @DaishaLashaa 3 роки тому +2

    This is my goal!! Thank you guys for this video gave me inspiration 😭 I have been cooking since I was 10 years old

    • @Thatbul
      @Thatbul 3 роки тому

      Instagram so I can see some of your work. I know people that always need catering.

  • @operamom3303
    @operamom3303 3 роки тому +3

    My korean brother u are rocking it and so handsome! Go boyyyyy

  • @casperb5514
    @casperb5514 3 роки тому

    He has a natural uplifting spirit about him! #StayBlessed big Mike

  • @CebiGreen
    @CebiGreen 3 роки тому +9

    Michael, way to go! I love to cook and meet new people too! Are you hiring or want to expand? Congrats and very inspiring! P.s. always some amazing stories about immigrants DNA.

  • @TheDanaYiShow
    @TheDanaYiShow 3 роки тому +3

    Wow, would love to see more awesome stories like this, what a great job!

  • @ronaldhillstrand9797
    @ronaldhillstrand9797 3 роки тому +1

    Michael!!! So glad your making it and doing what you love!!!!

  • @alisonm3700
    @alisonm3700 3 роки тому +8

    Someone said that our futures have been planned and written already and we don't even know it

    • @hahaha-pl7ev
      @hahaha-pl7ev 3 роки тому

      How would we?

    • @yoonginavy4967
      @yoonginavy4967 3 роки тому

      It's an excuse used by people who don't want to work for something. It's easier for them to blame some godly human thing of interfering with their lives instead of admitting their failures.

  • @miriamstrauss
    @miriamstrauss 3 роки тому +1

    *Love seeing someone make a killing at a career they absolutely love!*

  • @CA2SD
    @CA2SD 3 роки тому +4

    I like the way he talks just like his cooking…lots of soul.

  • @amazaan
    @amazaan 3 роки тому +1

    All you need is connection with an entourage of rich upper class who either could share their secret or you create a symbiotic relationship with them. Recipe for success is not typical "Food Recipe" you think. Also he valued his self worth and passion more than the notion of Money itself. Very laudable and inspiring indeed!

  • @caprinathomas2106
    @caprinathomas2106 3 роки тому +10

    I would love him to come cook for our family. 🤗🤗🤗🤗✅

    • @tonywilliams4656
      @tonywilliams4656 3 роки тому

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    • @goodone5590
      @goodone5590 3 роки тому

      Hes charging per person around 300$ dollars thats a bit diculous

    • @warrenwong4518
      @warrenwong4518 3 роки тому

      @@goodone5590 Its only ridiculous if you can't afford it. Its all relative.

  • @sonam6873
    @sonam6873 3 роки тому +1

    Chef oh knows his worth and work.
    If you’re honest, have passion and meticulous about your work and deliver high standards of service. Pretty sure even the customers don’t feel the pinch and feel the bill is justified if they get good and trustworthy service.
    I being an asian myself i know i would say,” thought it was a bit pricey, it was worth it” if i get quality service.

  • @bruceyung70
    @bruceyung70 3 роки тому +4

    I heard Korean born twins living in Michigan who turned down offer in becoming army helicopter pilot school for the military having scored perfect on asvab test and so on because their love affair with cooking to attend chef school back in the 80’s. Your heart is set on something and hard to change it lol

  • @kaznewton8378
    @kaznewton8378 3 роки тому +1

    This man is living the American dream!

  • @jnim1000
    @jnim1000 3 роки тому +3

    Seeing him being laid off from his job and now pursuing what he loves is great and I should do that 😂

  • @claireanneinvestor
    @claireanneinvestor 3 роки тому +2

    It’s awesome to see people pivot in a trying time!

  • @Y_Canada
    @Y_Canada 3 роки тому +15

    He makes pasta in a pan... Yes, baby!!! My dad, who's a self-taught chef, taught me this as well.