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May 2023
36m 58s

From Doctor to Multi 7-Figure Digital Cr...

Chris Ducker
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In this episode, Chris invites Ali Abdaal onto the show to discuss his journey of going from an NHS doctor to now a Multi 7-Figure digital creator, also known as the world’s most followed productivity expert! Ali shares why he believes it’s important to remain transparent in today’s creative space, as well as his top tips for getting the most out of the YouTube algorithm. 

They discuss how Ali’s day-to-day life has changed from when he was a doctor, what he does now to optimize his work day as much as possible and also his dream team behind it all! 

Episode Timestamps

  • [04:14] - Rewinding to the beginning: Life as a doctor
  • [05:06] - When Ali first started his YouTube channel 
  • [06:10] - Generating 20years+ worth of income as a doctor in one year
  • [08:16] - When will it become too much?
  • [09:26] - Ali’s YouTube growth stages and why consistency is key 
  • [12:10] - Are collaborations still as effective as they used to be on YouTube?
  • [15:19] - What a day in the life looked like for Ali in 2019
  • [17:13] - What a day in the life looks like today
  • [19:21] - How Ali’s calendar would change if he won the lottery today
  • [22:25] - Deciding what you want your legacy and impact to be
  • [24:28] - Surrounding yourself with other people you can help and serve
  • [26:33] - Full break down of Ali’s team and their roles
  • [30:30] - What the next 5-years look like for Ali and his business

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

  • The process it’s taken Ali to get to 4.3 million YouTube subscribers
  • The eye opening moment of generating 20+ years worth of income as a doctor in just one year
  • How Ali’s day-to-day life has significantly changed since 2019
  • The dream team behind Ali’s business and their roles
  • What the next 5-years look like for Ali and the business


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