Omg!!! So inspiring! Thanks for that! I’m 29 and have been a cleaner for 8 years. I clean family homes and am fighting my way to become a Physician Assistant. I’m still finishing up my ekg tech program and have paid for my bachelors on my cleaners salary! I’m pretty proud of what I do and where I got so far. I feed my two kids and with a careful budget I am able to finish my masters. So happy you posted this! ❤️
Videos like this are what separate you from the other RUclipsrs. You actually worked your way up the ladder. You're a hard worker and deserve all the success. When I was younger I used to clean bird poop from window ledges when I lived in a flat for pocket money. I've also worked as a waitress and (sadly) in Primark. They're awful but it's great work experience. I'm not feeling hopeful for jobs after university this June but I'm trying to keep the faith.
Sophie, I really enjoy these types of videos - career advice, how you've made success, sharing your journey etc. However .. the tripling salaries and double promotions dont just come about. I would LOVE to hear about HOW you made yourself indispensable to your place of work/ prospective employer because many of us struggle to know how to stand out/ move up the ladder.... and companies are becoming more competitive to be in (with tighter purses). Maybe you could share a list of actions/ attitudes / approaches you took? Thank you!!
some might call it luck but I think its also down to skills meeting opportunity at the right time but yet again perhaps Sophie has been incredibly lucky spotting and working for the right firms cos i know in most companies I've worked in, they're very reluctant to promote let alone tripple salary even when I've clearly been able to show my worth and how much I've brought into the business. They always had other ideas and would rather give the promotion to someonelse and I in turn take it as an opportunity to move on because I find i could double my salary in a new place even though it meant starting over which for me is result because my experience so far asking for raise in most places I've worked; they offer to add 1K or 2 more to your current wages which i find quite irritating and insulting but moving on always got me almost twice the salary i earned at the previous place or atleast 30% on previous earnings which again sounds much better than 1K :)))
MissWard20 what field do you work in? Maybe certain ones are more open to promotion/ pay rises than others? Glad to hear you found your own path and places that valued you as much as you value yourself!
Alecia Dunn thanks Alecia. I’m in the creative field too as Sophie but asking for promotion/pay rise just haven’t worked out the way I’d planned but still cos I get the pay rise somewhere else and I think Sophie covered this in another vid where she said something similar that she just moved on whenever she asked and they didn’t agree or give it to her. But in general think we all just have different experiences with promotions/payrise . Some stay in thesame position for over 5years no movement and I never got it xx
Amen to this. I started out as a strawberry-picker, then delivered newspapers, factory worker(made the chips for MacDonalds :)...even scrubbed the dirty floors in pubs and bingo's..lol . Got myself in to sales, and I now I work as an HR specialist! Anything is possible! :)
I love this story Tingeling!! Sometimes when you've in early jobs it can feel like you'll be doing them forever - but it doesn't have to be the case :) Thank you so much for sharing and well done to you on your hard work! xx
Thank you, and the same to you. Like you said, all the work you do will help you in one way or another later in life :) Thank you for another great video :)
Hello everyone, I had one of you last week ask me to do some storytimes / more personal videos. I thought this might be an interesting place to start (I hope you don't find it boring lol) Every job I've ever had, including how I met David! Thank you in advance for watching! xx
You are SUCH an inspiration Sophie! One of the most genuine and sweetest RUclipsrs I've come across ❤️ have you thought about going for a shoulder length haircut? The way you have it in this video is so flattering!
I think its humbling when we have jobs like this, Im nurse but I use to work in the laundry center in the hospital part time while going to school, the things you deal with especially dealing with the bloody or feces clothing from the patients, it really made me respect the housekeeping staff I see around the hospital because those jobs aren't easy and I appreciate anyone that is able to do the job that needs to be done.
We are from opposite ends of the spectrum in lifestyle, careers etc. I found your channel because I was wanting a handbag review but i got a lot more! You are a self made woman and real with no excuses. Total respect. I hope young women who watch your videos are inspired. Would love to see you do a video on "failures" you've had and how you bounced back.
I agree 💯 percent. My first job was 12-13 passing out flyers. It paid $50 per job. Then at the age of 16 at KFC (fast food). It made me respect restaurant workers so much more after that. This is why you’re my favorite youtuber. You’re so honest and humble!
You made a great point. Being faithful to rubbish jobs when I was younger helps me to deal with people and situations now as an adult in a manger position. Funny I think I learned the most from coworkers and bosses that made me sprint to my car as soon as my shift was over because they were either Lazy or horrible to me.
Please more videos about your career/life! It’s so inspirational and you’ve really helped me decide what I want to do after university. Thank you for being you!
This has come at such a good time for me. I’ve just become out of a job and I’ve been feeling so down and demotivated but this has actually given me some mojo back
I absolutely enjoyed this video. I feel like people love to prejudge a book by its cover. Someone as gorgeous as you and fashionable and trendy, people may think “there is no way that is her money” “she must have a suga daddy”! But you prove all of them wrong! I have been watching your videos and they are beyond encouraging. I love your genuine care and enthusiasm!! I can’t wait till I see more of your amazing video!!! Big big big pat on back back for your hard work!!!!
Been a silent follower for a long time but honestly, these videos are the reason you pulled me in and got me to subscribe. Absolutely love your ambition and your view on work, it's always been so inspiring. Your honesty is great and just what people who work from home need to hear. Thank you so much for your motivation, i would love to see more content like this x
I love how transparent you are about everything Sophie. This is what a lot of younger people need to listen so they know that anything worth having is hard to get and you have to work at it. I have my share of own stories and struggles. I just recently landed a job at LV for Product Developer and it is so good to hear all the comments negative and positive you have about all these luxury brands, hopefully some of the quality will start changing at LV to be match with the price tag. Would love to hear more of your professional stories as well as critics on luxury brands what not to buy and what to be aware of when thinking in investing in such expensive products. Cheers from Dallas Texas
I loved this video! I am going to be 32 this year and I have always been a really hard worker and goal driven person. I also battled alcohol addiction and last April I finally decided I wanted to change my life. I took a year and didn't work since I was financially able to. BEST DECISION EVER. I have been sober since (over a year now) and finally for the first time I have a clear direction of what I want my life to look like. I stumbled upon your videos and I love how humble you are and inspiring with positive messages for women. Keep making these videos because they definitely help people like me keep focused. BIG THUMBS UP
I totally agree. I have meet so many people in my professional life who never had this "first" jobs and their attitude is very different and they are missing certain qualities, because you can't buy them.
Really inspiring. I did all kind of jobs while studying (cleaner, cooking demonstrator at houses, animator for elderly people and for adults with special need, procurement assistant, tutor...) and I finally finished my Master and a PhD in Science but can't find a job yet in my field. Meanwhile I need to eat so I am trying to go back to cleaner or technician jobs while applying for jobs in my filed but 1) employers do not want to recruit PhDs for jobs which according to them "do not require a higher education degree" 2) other employers in my field want you to have a PhD an few years experience after that, but no one wants to give you a chance to get that experience!
story of my life, its so frustrating when people want experience and you have a higher education, but people dont want to give you a chance and dont even get me started on the pay.... :(
Emma Philomena I know but I did my share. I am 31 and did a lot of volunteering and internships while in bachelor and master, I need to eat and cannot afford to work for free anymore. The problem for jobs who doesn’t require a PHD they’ll ask why my last reference employer is from 7 years ago....
LLROCKS23 I found 2 jobs that would have been to gsin experience but it was in another country and paid the equivalent of £12000 a year, And the appointee needed to have his own car to travel around and they won’t give alliwance for travel!
I love that, “ turn you energy in work for that item that you love” I feel the same way, that is why I like to watch your videos .Also make me work harder to get some of the stuff you have one day.
Great video @Sophie Shohet!! 😊 What you may find boring, we do indeed find fascinating!! I've always said it's ok to have a job that "just helps ends meet", because you never know what connections or people you may meet or work for that could serve to promote you, or work with you when you decide to branch off and self-establish!! So much of employment today, in this data age, is all about networking!! I'm glad you were able to work your way up the ladder... ambition & determination are priceless attributes to possess!! Have a great day, beautiful lady!! 😘💖💓
You're such a boss! I love how hard working and motivated you are. I feel like I lack a lot of motivation and I live in my head a lot! ughhh. Can you do a video on how you push yourself? 😊❤️
Amazing Sophie. So good to see such a powerful, motivated and successful young lady! To be director by 30 is incredible you should be extremely proud of yourself 💕
Your sense of humor, your attitude and your incredible drive are the reason I keep watching your videos. There are literally tons of people doing fashion / luxury stuff but you add to it a whole nother layer which is truly inspirational. Also, yea, working as a cleaner is a walk in the park compared to working in customer service. LMAO.
I smiled ear to ear when you mentioned about doing something that is terrifying has a way of turning into something good. My professional motto has always been "if I am not at least a little bit frightened when tackling a new task, I am not challenging myself enough." Thank you for sharing your story. Your tenacity and grounded positivity are really inspirational.
loved this video, watched it 2 times without realizing it, a while back and now. It's a perfect example of a concise, very informative and formative video!!! so kudos for this Sophie! It's what I loved about ur chanel the first time. I got 6 months ago the position of store manager, after 7 years hoping and wishing a growth. and even if I was happy about it, and feel proud, I still am not confident about what i'm doing, whenever there's new changes I start freaking out and having doubts and being really scared... and maybe it's a normal thing, as u said. I hope with more experience I will get more of that natural confidence and wisdom and feel more confident about my position.
I haven't even got 2 minutes in and you've hit the nail on the head. My desire and enjoyment of nicer things do not stem from envy. When I see someone like you all I think is "well done!" It's even the same in other areas of life, such as health and/or fitness. Positive attributes and achievements of others should be motivating, not an opportunity to roll around in negativity.
I've seen your videos from time to time, but hearing your rags-to-riches story, lack of envy, and your humble beginnings is what made me hit the subscribe button. What a great story!
Sophie, this made me respect you even more than i did before. Your ethics are second to none. Thank you for this video, i thoroughly enjoyed learning more of you.
Also it's refreshing and important that you are creating content like this. So many vloggers or you tubers I follow do RUclips full time. That's fine. It's not realistic. You sharing how you have achieved your success really inspires me and I'm sure others x
It is so nice and refreshing to hear someone talk about this. I’m only 19, but I love watching your videos. I always learn something valuable and always feel inspired by you. Thank you Sophie! X
Sophie you speak such truth,my first job at the age of 13,after school 5 nights a week was also at a retirement village washing dishes,yes no dishwasher,hand washing and like you say the life lesson l learned l am so thankful for.Fantastc wonderful video,Xoxo 💕
Loved this video. I also loved your attitude towards envy. That's something I've always tried to instill in my children. I was brought up to believe if you can't afford something make it, if you can't make it save for it etc... Having something to work towards is always a great incentive 😊
Sophie, thank you for this video and many of your others. As a new subscriber I've been reflecting on my work history from 14yrs old and how those first jobs stood me in good stead and prepared me with an attitude to work hard (with my mum's good advice and guidance) I'm now 47yrs old and have worked with my partner for around 18yrs now in his family business. 2020 brings me to re-evaluate the good points we can make great and the negative points we need to turn around. Thank you for your genuine delivery and speaking from the heart, it just resonates so much with me and so many others x
You seem to be the sort of person that you know exactly what you want, and you take a leap and get it. Your goals may be very different to mine but I have so much respect for you.
Great story and inspiration. I’ve pretty much got a similar story right now. I’m 24 and praise God, I’m earning ~35k. I always wanted to be on my age in regard to salary so I got out of uni at 21 and went onto a 21k job and each year I’d go up with my age. I recently beat everyone at interview for a senior position. I stayed loyal to my employer and was patient. I didn’t even qualify for the person specs but they liked my confidence and straightforwardness enough to offer me the job. Now I just want to keep working and striving for more. At uni I worked as a cleaner for the student union- waking up 5am to 10am every weekend. At the same time I was an emergency dispatcher. Some days I would finish my dispatcher job at 12 and go home to wake up at 5am for my other job. I learnt so much from the low level jobs and I’m grateful to God for giving me the opportunity.
I enjoy the “frivolous” videos but this content really speaks wonders. I’m 24 and have just gone back to school for marketing and am having trouble finding a marketing job in my town after having been a bartender and waitress for ~5 years. I still have about 2 years to go to obtain my bachelors. 😓 I like your drive, work philosophy and “tactics”. I want to be a creative or marketing director by the time I’m 30. Thank you for being inspiring. 💕
Yes, while growing up it's those jobs that I couldn't understand why I was doing that made me who I am today. You're such a humble person and always a pleasure to watch! Wishing you and David much continued success!
I watch a lot of your videos, but this video has took me by surprise you’re very true to yourself, hard working self made. Thank you for sharing your journey.
I only found your channel the other day, the one regarding the law of attraction. It is nice to see women around the same age as me doing videos, succeeding, giving hope and sharing the beautiful things in life. I too started washing my neighbors cars when I was around 11 years old and I also sold paintings that I used to sell on the footpath. I love hearing a successful story.
So inspiring that I looked back to how I started before I became a nurse and now I am in the middle of deciding on something and that "scary" thing is on me and the instinct of being in the right side is UP. Thank you.
Sophie: I have been watching you from the very beginning and I didn't think I could possibly admire you more. I was wrong. I'm not an impressionable young girl, I am a 58 yr old woman with similar upbringings and ambition. I agree, those early jobs, as far as they can be from what your goal in life, cement the ground for professional character. I admire how candid and honest you are about life. I have never seen you put on airs or BS your way through a video. You are an open book willing to discuss weight struggles, pets, travel and all the little things that we ladies deal with in life including lux, lol! You are a lovely example of a bright, hard working young lady. Please continue with your videos, I can hardly wait for the next one. "Success" is also spelled with "S" dear Sophie and it is yours! Cheers from California.
After watching your other video, "How I Have Money," and then this one gave me motivation to strive for more in my professional career. It's about the tenacity and the journey of becoming a better version of yourself. This is quality content, I (among many others) are watching and learning. More please!
You are suuuch an aspiration! I’m in really datk place now with unemployment and I wanted to become therapist but there are jobs that I can do that are waaay better paid and after watching you I feel inspired at aiming for those instead as well as getting any job in a mean time. ❤️ all the best for you!
hearing you say it took two years to find your position really gave me some comfort and motivated me! i've recently started my job search post grad and it can be so easy to get discouraged.
So inspiring and beautiful Sophie! It doesn’t matter really where you’re from, what matters is where you’re headed! A great reminder to us all that hard work and education will surely pay off , regardless of your background, ethnicity or status ! GB
I agree, those bad jobs can really give you the motivation to do better in life. I remember working as a cashier and being treated really badly by customers for no reason and working at jobs where professionals thought they were better than us and would look down on us because we were just admin staff and whenever I felt put down like that, I would think "I need to study to get out of here and not have to put up with this people". I always knew I wanted to have a career, but these situations would propel me even more to study and work harder to get there. And I also think it grounds you so that when you are higher up, you don't mistreat people who are doing lower-end jobs because you know what it's like to be there and you appreciate your job even more because of the hard work you put into getting there.
I really hope that you can do more videos in the future about how to deal with stress at work, your tips and advices and also lifestyle advices. I appreciate you a lot. You’re for my like a bigger business woman sister
Such a great video Sophie, every job is a learning experience! I'm actively looking to leave my company after ten years of employment because they really don't appreciate my hard work. I became comfortable and lost my drive, but it's back and I'm excited for my new career!
Great video! Totally agree with your attitude about envy! It's a waste of energy! If you see someone with something, you like, don't be envious, use it as inspiration!
BRILLIANT! Can totally identify with you. Its so satisfying to see an influencer who has gained success through sheer hard work and determination. You would be a great inspiration to young women, you should do a podcast. Thanks x
Really loved to watch this video! I started to watch the video about chanel decrease in desirability (such an intelligent way to approach fashion) and I ended up on this amazing video that gave me the strength I needed today
Love this video, Sophie. I’ve also worked in sales from the bottom and it led me to succeed in my own business. All those ruddy jobs do count! And as a fellow entrepreneur, definitely get the scary feeling in the beginning with the money coming in. Thanks for such a lovely video. Adds a nice touch to the luxury which is also incredibly fun to watch (as a fellow fashion and luxury lover who worked her way up!)
I love listening to your life stories! My son is 15 and leaves school this year with no idea what he wants to do other then be rich and buy me a R8!! Bless him! I'm going to get him to watch this in the morning! hank you for your words of wisdom xx
Love these , so refreshing to see dimension in a you tube video. I remember being told by a boss when I was young to ‘always find something to do, even if it’s just polishing the silverware again, never let the customer see you standing around doing nothing’. I never forgot that and to this day I always find work to do even though I am no longer a waitress and work in a science field. I notice all the time when staff either at work or elsewhere just stand around and it looks so bad.
Loved this video Sophie! As a woman starting off in the corporate world it really Helps to know that these achievements are possible even if they look impossible to reach right now!
I just realized something. "Envy" implies that we believe there's no way we can have it. You never had those limiting beliefs, hence why you were trying to figure out ways to get it. Kudos to you!
....just watched this and thought it was a 2-3 min video!!! Really interesting and great points made........that jackets AWESOME!!!! ..........now watching the framed for a robbery by a colleague
I just found you on RUclips yesterday when I was looking for content on Chanel bags & other luxury items and omg!!! You are just so wonderful, lovely and so relatable on all your videos & life experiences, I feel like we are good friends already!! I love you already & thank you for sharing and doing all your videos, I love them! I will be catching up on all of them. ❤️❤️❤️ Happy holiday my love! 😘❤️
Hi, Sophie, I discovered your channel with your luxury roast and it was so funny and got me watching more. Then I saw this video and thank you so much. It just gave me a big realization of how I became comfortable in my current job and I am staying because I like it and my colleagues but there's no more challenge. Being out of my comfort zone is where I want to be and keep on learning. Thank you for the reminder and the push like you say! Love Lulu xoxo
Really well said, especially in regard to how much you learn from those first jobs. That’s what starts to separate you from others once you begin climbing the job ladder.
Thank you Sophie. This has come at such a good time for me. Stuck as a waitress with no idea about what I want to do. The advice in this vid has really comforted me. Sounds a bit strange I know but you really are an inspiration for me to work hard. You're amazing, look after yourself and keep being awesome x
I love your stories. I used to be a cleaner, too. I work at a grocery store now. Cleaning is the worst. I used to clean for hoarders, too. I'm studying to be a GIS analyst, now. I hope I can get there soon, then be a consultant after graduating college someday. Cleaning and working in grocery taught me how to work with people, and work hard. Customer service is the worst because customers are not nice. They can be gross, rude, and creepy; however, I was able to learn how to deal with it. Great video. :)
Btw Sophie, do you believe in the whole you’re an average of 5 people you spend your time with or something like that?? Hehe. And do you think David coming into your life changed your luck as things picked up for the better once you two started hanging out together? His positive and good spirit vibes maybe ? Anyways doll, I love these sorts of videos, so relatable. We are friends in my head lol xx
This is a great story, I agree with you about the beginning jobs teaching you respect and a how they allow you to value what you do for a career later in life. I actually am going to share this video with my son who will be graduating hishschool this year. I tell him the same story from my own life experiences, but it helps when your kids hear of others besides the parents proclaiming the same thing :) Thank you! I especially love your outlook about not being envious of others for what they have, but using that want as a drive to make you work for something. Brilliant outlook! 💕 Love you and your channel.
OMG! hahaha, I'm currently working as a freelancer, quited as a customer service rep a month ago and starting to build my own Marketing Agency from scratch. Yeah a lot of people told me to not quit your job unless you have a solid gig online. But the stress on my previous work just drain all the energy that I have, that I don't have anything left in learning freelancing. And I have to agree big time on you can work anytime from home, but the scary part and also the challenging part is knowing that you don't have a fix monthly income. So glad I found your video Sophie. Btw, I love these type of videos. It just makes me more hungry to push myself on achieving my goals :) Thank you!
This is a breath of fresh air. I myself is in that space where Im ready to move up from where I am, only thing is I'm not sure where to go or how to get there! Im more of a creative person and where I live has little to no opportunity in the creative feel. I want to do something that Im passionate about but also something that can more than meet my bills.
made me feel so much better about my retail job while I'm at uni! only temporary but got to learn from it to become to successful person I want to be (in fashion marketing) :) your work ethic is everything!
Thank you for your honesty and really clear direction on what needs to be done if you want to be successful. On You Tube it can seem like it’s really easy to have the life you’ve always wanted without putting in the hard graft to get there or by getting the right level of education to support you in achieving your dreams. I also like that you encourage people to not be envious but instead be focused on how to get what you want rather than being negative about what other have. I think it’s a fantastically positive message. 👍
Sophie you're like the ultimate girl boss- you're literally my inspiration lol! 😄 I would love a career in marketing in the future so I find the videos where you talk about your job so interesting! I was wondering what degree did you study at uni? Do you think a degree in marketing would give me an advantage for getting into the industry? (I'm thinking about uni options at the moment lol) xx
That’s one quick teaser of your life I guess, but so much inspiring for youngsters... thank you for sharing. You are right no job is inferior but a stepping ladder to the next higher level so that we feel proud of achievement along with learning from the basics
I really like this more personal video and getting to know you outside of youtube and fashion. Its nice to see a female fashion/beauty RUclipsr with a "real life" career and goals. I'm new to the workforce in my first real entry level job in marketing and its motivating to hear you share about your career... I would love to hear more about your experiences with managing career, fashion, hobbies, and life in general. You're the perfect example of a modern woman who can have it all... beauty and brains!
Its so inspiring! I am a immigrant and I've been doing similar work as you, learned the language, got unpaid interns, then paid interns, then finally hired to do office job for international company in the export department and no, my mother tongue didn't help me at all! One day, I will either be a businesswoman or a manager of similar branch. Thank you for affirming my goals!
Excellent advice. My first job was working in a paper shop. Most of the time I was in school I did waitressing over the school holidays, moving up to bar work while I was a student. It taught me that I didn't want to work in Hospitality, and it paid off my overdraft each year at the end of Uni terms. Having a good work ethic is the best grounding of all. Might be worth mentioning the long term pay and conditions. A job that has a good pension is also worth looking at.
Omg!!! So inspiring! Thanks for that! I’m 29 and have been a cleaner for 8 years. I clean family homes and am fighting my way to become a Physician Assistant. I’m still finishing up my ekg tech program and have paid for my bachelors on my cleaners salary! I’m pretty proud of what I do and where I got so far. I feed my two kids and with a careful budget I am able to finish my masters. So happy you posted this! ❤️
Giuliana Vasconcelos wow girl! That's amazing ❤️
So inspiring!!! Congrats!
THAT is very inspiring ! you're amazing !
Giuliana Vasconcelos 😍 god bless you and your journey 😘
WOW WOW WOW!!! You go girl! Very inspiring to hear such stories!
Videos like this are what separate you from the other RUclipsrs. You actually worked your way up the ladder. You're a hard worker and deserve all the success. When I was younger I used to clean bird poop from window ledges when I lived in a flat for pocket money. I've also worked as a waitress and (sadly) in Primark. They're awful but it's great work experience. I'm not feeling hopeful for jobs after university this June but I'm trying to keep the faith.
I follow plenty of RUclipsrs who worked their way up. There are plenty of great people out there :)
You'll do well if you have a work ethic and a brain. Stay hopeful x
Envy is just excuses & a pity party. Inspiration is a window of opportunity.
The story of how you and David met is totally cute, melted my heart
PLEASE DO MORE VIDEOS LIKE THIS!!!!
Sophie, I really enjoy these types of videos - career advice, how you've made success, sharing your journey etc. However .. the tripling salaries and double promotions dont just come about. I would LOVE to hear about HOW you made yourself indispensable to your place of work/ prospective employer because many of us struggle to know how to stand out/ move up the ladder.... and companies are becoming more competitive to be in (with tighter purses). Maybe you could share a list of actions/ attitudes / approaches you took? Thank you!!
This would be so helpful!!
She already did that in a previous videos
some might call it luck but I think its also down to skills meeting opportunity at the right time but yet again perhaps Sophie has been incredibly lucky spotting and working for the right firms cos i know in most companies I've worked in, they're very reluctant to promote let alone tripple salary even when I've clearly been able to show my worth and how much I've brought into the business. They always had other ideas and would rather give the promotion to someonelse and I in turn take it as an opportunity to move on because I find i could double my salary in a new place even though it meant starting over which for me is result because my experience so far asking for raise in most places I've worked; they offer to add 1K or 2 more to your current wages which i find quite irritating and insulting but moving on always got me almost twice the salary i earned at the previous place or atleast 30% on previous earnings which again sounds much better than 1K :)))
MissWard20 what field do you work in? Maybe certain ones are more open to promotion/ pay rises than others? Glad to hear you found your own path and places that valued you as much as you value yourself!
Alecia Dunn thanks Alecia. I’m in the creative field too as Sophie but asking for promotion/pay rise just haven’t worked out the way I’d planned but still cos I get the pay rise somewhere else and I think Sophie covered this in another vid where she said something similar that she just moved on whenever she asked and they didn’t agree or give it to her. But in general think we all just have different experiences with promotions/payrise . Some stay in thesame position for over 5years no movement and I never got it xx
Amen to this. I started out as a strawberry-picker, then delivered newspapers, factory worker(made the chips for MacDonalds :)...even scrubbed the dirty floors in pubs and bingo's..lol . Got myself in to sales, and I now I work as an HR specialist! Anything is possible! :)
I love this story Tingeling!! Sometimes when you've in early jobs it can feel like you'll be doing them forever - but it doesn't have to be the case :) Thank you so much for sharing and well done to you on your hard work! xx
Thank you, and the same to you. Like you said, all the work you do will help you in one way or another later in life :) Thank you for another great video :)
Well done for all your hard work. You deserve your success x
This is so inspiring! I aim to work in HR as well! My goal is to be a HRM and seeing this comment made my heart warm! This must be a sign 🥰
Hello everyone, I had one of you last week ask me to do some storytimes / more personal videos. I thought this might be an interesting place to start (I hope you don't find it boring lol) Every job I've ever had, including how I met David! Thank you in advance for watching! xx
Loved the video, i'm starting my career at 19 now in a professional field. Would love tips and tricks for keeping motivated etc. x
Sophie Shohet | Fashion Beauty Lifestyle In a previous video you mentioned you met your husband a5 the gym ?
I love these videos! Please, do more😊
You are SUCH an inspiration Sophie! One of the most genuine and sweetest RUclipsrs I've come across ❤️ have you thought about going for a shoulder length haircut? The way you have it in this video is so flattering!
Loved it, loved it, loved it!!!
I think its humbling when we have jobs like this, Im nurse but I use to work in the laundry center in the hospital part time while going to school, the things you deal with especially dealing with the bloody or feces clothing from the patients, it really made me respect the housekeeping staff I see around the hospital because those jobs aren't easy and I appreciate anyone that is able to do the job that needs to be done.
We are from opposite ends of the spectrum in lifestyle, careers etc. I found your channel because I was wanting a handbag review but i got a lot more! You are a self made woman and real with no excuses. Total respect. I hope young women who watch your videos are inspired. Would love to see you do a video on "failures" you've had and how you bounced back.
I agree 💯 percent. My first job was 12-13 passing out flyers. It paid $50 per job. Then at the age of 16 at KFC (fast food). It made me respect restaurant workers so much more after that.
This is why you’re my favorite youtuber. You’re so honest and humble!
You made a great point. Being faithful to rubbish jobs when I was younger helps me to deal with people and situations now as an adult in a manger position. Funny I think I learned the most from coworkers and bosses that made me sprint to my car as soon as my shift was over because they were either Lazy or horrible to me.
Ashley hi, that's so true, totally with you on moving away from negative, lazy people at work. Really motivates me to fight to be better!
kittykatykat you definitely figure out what you don’t want before you know what you do.
Please more videos about your career/life! It’s so inspirational and you’ve really helped me decide what I want to do after university. Thank you for being you!
Nick Zmudzinski fmbfl
This has come at such a good time for me. I’ve just become out of a job and I’ve been feeling so down and demotivated but this has actually given me some mojo back
good luck! you will find another job soon...! : )
I absolutely enjoyed this video. I feel like people love to prejudge a book by its cover. Someone as gorgeous as you and fashionable and trendy, people may think “there is no way that is her money” “she must have a suga daddy”! But you prove all of them wrong! I have been watching your videos and they are beyond encouraging. I love your genuine care and enthusiasm!! I can’t wait till I see more of your amazing video!!! Big big big pat on back back for your hard work!!!!
Been a silent follower for a long time but honestly, these videos are the reason you pulled me in and got me to subscribe. Absolutely love your ambition and your view on work, it's always been so inspiring. Your honesty is great and just what people who work from home need to hear. Thank you so much for your motivation, i would love to see more content like this x
Would love to hear more about your marketing job :)
(Currently a marketing student)
Me too !! (Also a marketing student !! )
Same :) although I’m late to the party. 🤭
I really like you. You’re not superficial. You’re honest, Classy, Stylish and you’re really awesome to watch. Always stay awesome Sophie ☀️
I love how transparent you are about everything Sophie. This is what a lot of younger people need to listen so they know that anything worth having is hard to get and you have to work at it. I have my share of own stories and struggles. I just recently landed a job at LV for Product Developer and it is so good to hear all the comments negative and positive you have about all these luxury brands, hopefully some of the quality will start changing at LV to be match with the price tag. Would love to hear more of your professional stories as well as critics on luxury brands what not to buy and what to be aware of when thinking in investing in such expensive products.
Cheers from Dallas Texas
Your career advice videos are so inspiring to me!
I loved this video! I am going to be 32 this year and I have always been a really hard worker and goal driven person. I also battled alcohol addiction and last April I finally decided I wanted to change my life. I took a year and didn't work since I was financially able to. BEST DECISION EVER. I have been sober since (over a year now) and finally for the first time I have a clear direction of what I want my life to look like. I stumbled upon your videos and I love how humble you are and inspiring with positive messages for women. Keep making these videos because they definitely help people like me keep focused. BIG THUMBS UP
I totally agree. I have meet so many people in my professional life who never had this "first" jobs and their attitude is very different and they are missing certain qualities, because you can't buy them.
Really inspiring. I did all kind of jobs while studying (cleaner, cooking demonstrator at houses, animator for elderly people and for adults with special need, procurement assistant, tutor...) and I finally finished my Master and a PhD in Science but can't find a job yet in my field. Meanwhile I need to eat so I am trying to go back to cleaner or technician jobs while applying for jobs in my filed but 1) employers do not want to recruit PhDs for jobs which according to them "do not require a higher education degree" 2) other employers in my field want you to have a PhD an few years experience after that, but no one wants to give you a chance to get that experience!
story of my life, its so frustrating when people want experience and you have a higher education, but people dont want to give you a chance and dont even get me started on the pay.... :(
I guess the key is to be an intern to gain experience. Work part time, intern part time?
Also for job who don't require it, hide your PhD
J C F Loiseau it's frustrating but at the moment this is how society works
Emma Philomena I know but I did my share. I am 31 and did a lot of volunteering and internships while in bachelor and master, I need to eat and cannot afford to work for free anymore. The problem for jobs who doesn’t require a PHD they’ll ask why my last reference employer is from 7 years ago....
LLROCKS23 I found 2 jobs that would have been to gsin experience but it was in another country and paid the equivalent of £12000 a year, And the appointee needed to have his own car to travel around and they won’t give alliwance for travel!
I love that, “ turn you energy in work for that item that you love” I feel the same way, that is why I like to watch your videos .Also make me work harder to get some of the stuff you have one day.
I am so addicted to watch you and listen to you talk, you are an honest person and I see it in your eyes.
Great video @Sophie Shohet!! 😊 What you may find boring, we do indeed find fascinating!! I've always said it's ok to have a job that "just helps ends meet", because you never know what connections or people you may meet or work for that could serve to promote you, or work with you when you decide to branch off and self-establish!! So much of employment today, in this data age, is all about networking!! I'm glad you were able to work your way up the ladder... ambition & determination are priceless attributes to possess!! Have a great day, beautiful lady!! 😘💖💓
You're such a boss! I love how hard working and motivated you are. I feel like I lack a lot of motivation and I live in my head a lot! ughhh. Can you do a video on how you push yourself? 😊❤️
Amazing Sophie. So good to see such a powerful, motivated and successful young lady! To be director by 30 is incredible you should be extremely proud of yourself 💕
Your sense of humor, your attitude and your incredible drive are the reason I keep watching your videos. There are literally tons of people doing fashion / luxury stuff but you add to it a whole nother layer which is truly inspirational. Also, yea, working as a cleaner is a walk in the park compared to working in customer service. LMAO.
Envy is a natural human emotion. You can’t help it. Not exactly a negative thing, as it can help propel you to get those things you want
I have always found that to be true. If something scares you a little bit, that’s what you should do. Those things bring you the biggest gains.
I love your ambition and attitude toward works and careers. You’re seriously one hard to miss.
I smiled ear to ear when you mentioned about doing something that is terrifying has a way of turning into something good. My professional motto has always been "if I am not at least a little bit frightened when tackling a new task, I am not challenging myself enough." Thank you for sharing your story. Your tenacity and grounded positivity are really inspirational.
loved this video, watched it 2 times without realizing it, a while back and now. It's a perfect example of a concise, very informative and formative video!!! so kudos for this Sophie! It's what I loved about ur chanel the first time. I got 6 months ago the position of store manager, after 7 years hoping and wishing a growth. and even if I was happy about it, and feel proud, I still am not confident about what i'm doing, whenever there's new changes I start freaking out and having doubts and being really scared... and maybe it's a normal thing, as u said. I hope with more experience I will get more of that natural confidence and wisdom and feel more confident about my position.
I haven't even got 2 minutes in and you've hit the nail on the head. My desire and enjoyment of nicer things do not stem from envy. When I see someone like you all I think is "well done!" It's even the same in other areas of life, such as health and/or fitness. Positive attributes and achievements of others should be motivating, not an opportunity to roll around in negativity.
Love that you're humble, kind, and not forgotten your roots. You are an inspiration. Love your video's you always look amazing ❤
I've seen your videos from time to time, but hearing your rags-to-riches story, lack of envy, and your humble beginnings is what made me hit the subscribe button. What a great story!
Sophie, this made me respect you even more than i did before. Your ethics are second to none. Thank you for this video, i thoroughly enjoyed learning more of you.
Also it's refreshing and important that you are creating content like this. So many vloggers or you tubers I follow do RUclips full time. That's fine. It's not realistic. You sharing how you have achieved your success really inspires me and I'm sure others x
It is so nice and refreshing to hear someone talk about this. I’m only 19, but I love watching your videos. I always learn something valuable and always feel inspired by you. Thank you Sophie! X
Sophie you speak such truth,my first job at the age of 13,after school 5 nights a week was also at a retirement village washing dishes,yes no dishwasher,hand washing and like you say the life lesson l learned l am so thankful for.Fantastc wonderful video,Xoxo 💕
Loved this video. I also loved your attitude towards envy. That's something I've always tried to instill in my children. I was brought up to believe if you can't afford something make it, if you can't make it save for it etc... Having something to work towards is always a great incentive 😊
Sophie, thank you for this video and many of your others. As a new subscriber I've been reflecting on my work history from 14yrs old and how those first jobs stood me in good stead and prepared me with an attitude to work hard (with my mum's good advice and guidance) I'm now 47yrs old and have worked with my partner for around 18yrs now in his family business. 2020 brings me to re-evaluate the good points we can make great and the negative points we need to turn around. Thank you for your genuine delivery and speaking from the heart, it just resonates so much with me and so many others x
Everytume i feel down you post a video that completely lighting up my day.You are such an inspiration and really down to earth and honest person .
You seem to be the sort of person that you know exactly what you want, and you take a leap and get it. Your goals may be very different to mine but I have so much respect for you.
Excellent video. So much substance and valuable knowledge. Please keep them coming.
These videos are great, not just for entertainment, but as insight as well.
I have a different view of you. You're much more humbling than I thought. Thank u for sharing your life with us.
Great story and inspiration. I’ve pretty much got a similar story right now. I’m 24 and praise God, I’m earning ~35k. I always wanted to be on my age in regard to salary so I got out of uni at 21 and went onto a 21k job and each year I’d go up with my age. I recently beat everyone at interview for a senior position. I stayed loyal to my employer and was patient. I didn’t even qualify for the person specs but they liked my confidence and straightforwardness enough to offer me the job. Now I just want to keep working and striving for more. At uni I worked as a cleaner for the student union- waking up 5am to 10am every weekend. At the same time I was an emergency dispatcher. Some days I would finish my dispatcher job at 12 and go home to wake up at 5am for my other job. I learnt so much from the low level jobs and I’m grateful to God for giving me the opportunity.
I enjoy the “frivolous” videos but this content really speaks wonders. I’m 24 and have just gone back to school for marketing and am having trouble finding a marketing job in my town after having been a bartender and waitress for ~5 years. I still have about 2 years to go to obtain my bachelors. 😓 I like your drive, work philosophy and “tactics”. I want to be a creative or marketing director by the time I’m 30. Thank you for being inspiring. 💕
This is a video that I would want my kids to watch. One is an introvert and one is a goal achiever. And I enjoyed watching it. Very inspiring.
Yes, while growing up it's those jobs that I couldn't understand why I was doing that made me who I am today. You're such a humble person and always a pleasure to watch! Wishing you and David much continued success!
I watch a lot of your videos, but this video has took me by surprise you’re very true to yourself, hard working self made. Thank you for sharing your journey.
I only found your channel the other day, the one regarding the law of attraction. It is nice to see women around the same age as me doing videos, succeeding, giving hope and sharing the beautiful things in life.
I too started washing my neighbors cars when I was around 11 years old and I also sold paintings that I used to sell on the footpath.
I love hearing a successful story.
Nodded few times without realising it. So inspiring.
So inspiring that I looked back to how I started before I became a nurse and now I am in the middle of deciding on something and that "scary" thing is on me and the instinct of being in the right side is UP. Thank you.
I feel the same why be envious when you can go out and achieve it and get it for yourself 👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Sophie: I have been watching you from the very beginning and I didn't think I could possibly admire you more. I was wrong. I'm not an impressionable young girl, I am a 58 yr old woman with similar upbringings and ambition. I agree, those early jobs, as far as they can be from what your goal in life, cement the ground for professional character. I admire how candid and honest you are about life. I have never seen you put on airs or BS your way through a video. You are an open book willing to discuss weight struggles, pets, travel and all the little things that we ladies deal with in life including lux, lol! You are a lovely example of a bright, hard working young lady. Please continue with your videos, I can hardly wait for the next one. "Success" is also spelled with "S" dear Sophie and it is yours! Cheers from California.
I can’t believe I didn’t watch this video before. I admired your resilience and hustling!
After watching your other video, "How I Have Money," and then this one gave me motivation to strive for more in my professional career. It's about the tenacity and the journey of becoming a better version of yourself. This is quality content, I (among many others) are watching and learning. More please!
You are suuuch an aspiration! I’m in really datk place now with unemployment and I wanted to become therapist but there are jobs that I can do that are waaay better paid and after watching you I feel inspired at aiming for those instead as well as getting any job in a mean time. ❤️ all the best for you!
hearing you say it took two years to find your position really gave me some comfort and motivated me! i've recently started my job search post grad and it can be so easy to get discouraged.
So inspiring and beautiful Sophie! It doesn’t matter really where you’re from, what matters is where you’re headed! A great reminder to us all that hard work and education will surely pay off , regardless of your background, ethnicity or status ! GB
I agree, those bad jobs can really give you the motivation to do better in life. I remember working as a cashier and being treated really badly by customers for no reason and working at jobs where professionals thought they were better than us and would look down on us because we were just admin staff and whenever I felt put down like that, I would think "I need to study to get out of here and not have to put up with this people". I always knew I wanted to have a career, but these situations would propel me even more to study and work harder to get there. And I also think it grounds you so that when you are higher up, you don't mistreat people who are doing lower-end jobs because you know what it's like to be there and you appreciate your job even more because of the hard work you put into getting there.
I really hope that you can do more videos in the future about how to deal with stress at work, your tips and advices and also lifestyle advices. I appreciate you a lot. You’re for my like a bigger business woman sister
Such a great video Sophie, every job is a learning experience! I'm actively looking to leave my company after ten years of employment because they really don't appreciate my hard work. I became comfortable and lost my drive, but it's back and I'm excited for my new career!
honestly u just speak my mind about the fear we always have when we work by ourselves. its terrifying but satisfying at the same time.
This could not have come at a better time for me...thank you for always being so humble and motivational!
Great video! Totally agree with your attitude about envy! It's a waste of energy! If you see someone with something, you like, don't be envious, use it as inspiration!
BRILLIANT! Can totally identify with you. Its so satisfying to see an influencer who has gained success through sheer hard work and determination. You would be a great inspiration to young women, you should do a podcast. Thanks x
Really loved to watch this video! I started to watch the video about chanel decrease in desirability (such an intelligent way to approach fashion) and I ended up on this amazing video that gave me the strength I needed today
You have no idea how inspirational this is, thank you for sharing your experience! :)
Love this video, Sophie. I’ve also worked in sales from the bottom and it led me to succeed in my own business. All those ruddy jobs do count! And as a fellow entrepreneur, definitely get the scary feeling in the beginning with the money coming in. Thanks for such a lovely video. Adds a nice touch to the luxury which is also incredibly fun to watch (as a fellow fashion and luxury lover who worked her way up!)
I love listening to your life stories! My son is 15 and leaves school this year with no idea what he wants to do other then be rich and buy me a R8!! Bless him! I'm going to get him to watch this in the morning! hank you for your words of wisdom xx
Love these , so refreshing to see dimension in a you tube video. I remember being told by a boss when I was young to ‘always find something to do, even if it’s just polishing the silverware again, never let the customer see you standing around doing nothing’. I never forgot that and to this day I always find work to do even though I am no longer a waitress and work in a science field. I notice all the time when staff either at work or elsewhere just stand around and it looks so bad.
Loved this video Sophie! As a woman starting off in the corporate world it really
Helps to know that these achievements are possible even if they look impossible to reach right now!
Sophie we really appreciate these personal videos. Pls make more of these.
I just realized something. "Envy" implies that we believe there's no way we can have it. You never had those limiting beliefs, hence why you were trying to figure out ways to get it. Kudos to you!
....just watched this and thought it was a 2-3 min video!!! Really interesting and great points made........that jackets AWESOME!!!! ..........now watching the framed for a robbery by a colleague
I just found you on RUclips yesterday when I was looking for content on Chanel bags & other luxury items and omg!!! You are just so wonderful, lovely and so relatable on all your videos & life experiences, I feel like we are good friends already!! I love you already & thank you for sharing and doing all your videos, I love them! I will be catching up on all of them. ❤️❤️❤️ Happy holiday my love! 😘❤️
Hi, Sophie, I discovered your channel with your luxury roast and it was so funny and got me watching more. Then I saw this video and thank you so much. It just gave me a big realization of how I became comfortable in my current job and I am staying because I like it and my colleagues but there's no more challenge. Being out of my comfort zone is where I want to be and keep on learning. Thank you for the reminder and the push like you say!
Love Lulu xoxo
Really well said, especially in regard to how much you learn from those first jobs. That’s what starts to separate you from others once you begin climbing the job ladder.
I already lost every piece of motivations in me, and your video popped up. I'm so impressed and motivated by your experience ❤
Thank you Sophie. This has come at such a good time for me. Stuck as a waitress with no idea about what I want to do. The advice in this vid has really comforted me. Sounds a bit strange I know but you really are an inspiration for me to work hard.
You're amazing, look after yourself and keep being awesome x
I love your stories. I used to be a cleaner, too. I work at a grocery store now. Cleaning is the worst. I used to clean for hoarders, too. I'm studying to be a GIS analyst, now. I hope I can get there soon, then be a consultant after graduating college someday. Cleaning and working in grocery taught me how to work with people, and work hard. Customer service is the worst because customers are not nice. They can be gross, rude, and creepy; however, I was able to learn how to deal with it. Great video. :)
I love how you mix up your videos (fashion/personal/inspirational).
Btw Sophie, do you believe in the whole you’re an average of 5 people you spend your time with or something like that?? Hehe. And do you think David coming into your life changed your luck as things picked up for the better once you two started hanging out together? His positive and good spirit vibes maybe ? Anyways doll, I love these sorts of videos, so relatable. We are friends in my head lol xx
MissWard20 ^^^ your first question is so interesting! Hopefully Sophie will address it in the comments or a video!
This is a great story, I agree with you about the beginning jobs teaching you respect and a how they allow you to value what you do for a career later in life. I actually am going to share this video with my son who will be graduating hishschool this year. I tell him the same story from my own life experiences, but it helps when your kids hear of others besides the parents proclaiming the same thing :) Thank you! I especially love your outlook about not being envious of others for what they have, but using that want as a drive to make you work for something. Brilliant outlook! 💕 Love you and your channel.
This is so inspirational. I have had my real estate license forever... it’s time for me to use it
OMG! hahaha, I'm currently working as a freelancer, quited as a customer service rep a month ago and starting to build my own Marketing Agency from scratch. Yeah a lot of people told me to not quit your job unless you have a solid gig online. But the stress on my previous work just drain all the energy that I have, that I don't have anything left in learning freelancing. And I have to agree big time on you can work anytime from home, but the scary part and also the challenging part is knowing that you don't have a fix monthly income. So glad I found your video Sophie. Btw, I love these type of videos. It just makes me more hungry to push myself on achieving my goals :) Thank you!
This is a breath of fresh air. I myself is in that space where Im ready to move up from where I am, only thing is I'm not sure where to go or how to get there! Im more of a creative person and where I live has little to no opportunity in the creative feel. I want to do something that Im passionate about but also something that can more than meet my bills.
made me feel so much better about my retail job while I'm at uni! only temporary but got to learn from it to become to successful person I want to be (in fashion marketing) :) your work ethic is everything!
Thank you for your honesty and really clear direction on what needs to be done if you want to be successful. On You Tube it can seem like it’s really easy to have the life you’ve always wanted without putting in the hard graft to get there or by getting the right level of education to support you in achieving your dreams. I also like that you encourage people to not be envious but instead be focused on how to get what you want rather than being negative about what other have. I think it’s a fantastically positive message. 👍
Awesome story...luv how real u are. At first I thot pretentious but not after this. N I luv that u invest n sell...teaching me a lot!
Girlfriend you are not boring. Excellent video. Very inspirational ❤️
Sophie you're like the ultimate girl boss- you're literally my inspiration lol! 😄 I would love a career in marketing in the future so I find the videos where you talk about your job so interesting! I was wondering what degree did you study at uni? Do you think a degree in marketing would give me an advantage for getting into the industry? (I'm thinking about uni options at the moment lol) xx
Sophie , my immense respect for you just elevated! You’re amazing. Thank you for the candid and inspiring video.
That’s one quick teaser of your life I guess, but so much inspiring for youngsters... thank you for sharing. You are right no job is inferior but a stepping ladder to the next higher level so that we feel proud of achievement along with learning from the basics
I really like this more personal video and getting to know you outside of youtube and fashion. Its nice to see a female fashion/beauty RUclipsr with a "real life" career and goals. I'm new to the workforce in my first real entry level job in marketing and its motivating to hear you share about your career... I would love to hear more about your experiences with managing career, fashion, hobbies, and life in general. You're the perfect example of a modern woman who can have it all... beauty and brains!
Its so inspiring! I am a immigrant and I've been doing similar work as you, learned the language, got unpaid interns, then paid interns, then finally hired to do office job for international company in the export department and no, my mother tongue didn't help me at all! One day, I will either be a businesswoman or a manager of similar branch. Thank you for affirming my goals!
Excellent advice. My first job was working in a paper shop. Most of the time I was in school I did waitressing over the school holidays, moving up to bar work while I was a student. It taught me that I didn't want to work in Hospitality, and it paid off my overdraft each year at the end of Uni terms. Having a good work ethic is the best grounding of all. Might be worth mentioning the long term pay and conditions. A job that has a good pension is also worth looking at.