A Day's Expenses in NYC

Aug 29, 2024

Notes on "What I Spend in a Day in New York City"

Introduction

  • Taylor introduces the concept of filming a day in New York City instead of a week.
  • Mentions a mix of fun activities and errands planned for the day.

Morning Thoughts

  • Overcast day; struggles to find regular sunglasses.
  • Discusses types of sunglasses and reflects humorously on wearing fun ones.
  • Points out the significance of sunglasses on overcast days due to reflection.

East Village

  • Highlights street art in East Village.
  • Mentions a famous townhouse used by Led Zeppelin for an album cover.

Coffee Experience

  • Visits a café known for a "Cloud Cappuccino."
  • Describes the drink as reminiscent of a scene from The Simpsons Movie.
  • Rates the drink's flavor but reflects on its high price of $8.50.

Elizabeth Street Garden

  • Describes the garden as having "Cemetery Vibes" but in a positive way.
  • Observes people reading and enjoying the atmosphere.
  • Discusses thoughts on a book titled "Show Your Work" by Austin Kleon.

Key Takeaways from the Book

  • Emphasizes sharing work and creativity daily.
  • Relates this to her own experiences with YouTube and the importance of engagement.
  • Discusses recent YouTube feature for A/B testing thumbnails and the metrics used for performance tracking.

Social Media Engagement

  • Shares a personal anecdote about posting on Instagram and receiving unexpected engagement from followers, including a reply from MKBHD.
  • Highlights the importance of sharing niche thoughts and insights.
  • Announces the launch of her newsletter to share more thoughts and updates.

Afternoon Activities

  • Spends time scripting for an upcoming video.
  • Multitasks with emails and texts while enjoying flexibility in her work.
  • Plans a birthday party with a unique theme based on life eras.

Shopping Experience

  • Reflects on shopping at a trendy store in SoHo.
  • Mentions spending more than expected but justifies it by the quality and timelessness of pieces.
  • Receives a cafe token as part of the shopping experience.

Hot Pot Experience

  • Tries hot pot for the first time with a friend.
  • Describes the fun and flavorful experience of cooking food at the table.

Conclusion

  • Total spending for the day was over $700.
  • Clarifies this was not a typical spending day.
  • Encourages viewers to engage with her content and newsletter.