Listen "Why Thailand Beats the U.S. with YouTuber Forrest Lee"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Made It In Thailand, I sit down with Forrest Lee, an American expat who's been living in Thailand for four years. Forrest shares his journey from leaving the US Army to becoming a popular YouTuber in Thailand, discussing his motivations, experiences, and the unique cultural aspects of living in Thailand. We delve into his financial strategies, the challenges of visa arrangements, and his personal life, including dating and building a community. Forrest also reflects on his family's immigrant background and his father's remarkable escape from a communist labor camp. Join us as we explore Forrest's insights on thriving in Thailand and the lessons he's learned along the way.00:00 Introduction03:59 Childhood and Upbringing10:17 Father Escaping the Cultural Revolution17:57 Forrest's Military Experience24:30 Discovering Thailand32:50 Moving to Thailand33:23 The Allure of Bangkok37:16 Avoiding Common Mistakes41:58 Visa Strategies45:59 Cost of Living48:10 Building a Network50:21 Dating in Thailand58:11 Family and Future Plans01:06:43 Final Thoughtsthailand, business, entrepreneurship, leadership, travel, expatriate life, thai culture, thai society, high trust society, family-oriented culture, thai-chinese community, cultural diversity, bangkok, thai elite visa, long-term visa, personal finance, investment, delayed gratification, financial discipline, passive income, education, army transition, tech startup, content creation, fitness and discipline, dating dynamics, personal growth, catholic community, family planning, travel experiences, educational background, independence, personal improvement
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