Elvin’s Podcast with Glen Yong - Balancing Work and Personal Life

Introduction

• Elvin introduces Glen Yong from Singapore: singer, actor, songwriter, and activist.
• Friends discussing their personal and professional lives, initial banter on relationships and mutual connections.

Meeting for the First Time

• They met through a mutual friend, Rachel.
• Glen emphasizes the importance of meeting genuine people in the industry.
• Their first meeting was at an event where Glen was impressed by how Malaysians partied compared to Singaporeans.

Instant Connection

• After their first meeting, they felt an instant connection.
• They bonded over a spicy dinner where Glen struggled with the heat but appreciated the genuine interaction.
• They discussed struggles in the entertainment industry and the importance of having trustworthy friends.

Work-Life Balance

• Discussion on dealing with insomnia and managing mental health in a high-pressure environment.
• Glen checks in on Elvin's well-being, expressing concern over him not sharing his struggles.
• Elvin shares his perspective that some problems are internal and cannot be solved by others.

Personal Struggles and Support

• Elvin appreciates Glen's support during a difficult personal time in Milan.
• They discuss the emotional ups and downs of the entertainment industry and the fear of losing relevance or support.

Perspective and Advice

• Glen shares his fears about sustaining his career and the authenticity of relationships formed during his rise to fame.
• Elvin gives advice on focusing on sincerity and genuine interactions rather than worrying about others' opinions.

Dealing with Negative Emotions

• Elvin talks about accepting all emotions, including negative ones, to grow as a person.
• He shares that solo trips help him reset and find a sense of freedom away from expectations.

Friendship and Genuine Connections

• Glen values their friendship where he can be himself without professional pressures.
• Both discuss the difficulty of finding true friends in the industry and the need for having a support system.

Balancing Professional and Personal Life

• Elvin believes in the quality of work over quantity, advising to take breaks when needed to ensure the best performance.
• Glen admits he struggles with guilt when resting and feels a constant need to work to achieve his goals.

Final Thoughts

• Importance of self-care and knowing when to take a break to maintain high performance in work.
• Mutual admiration for each other’s ability to balance work pressures with personal well-being.
• Glen shares that being on the podcast allows him to show a different, more personal side of Elvin to the audience.

Conclusion

• Discussion on possibly doing a second episode to cover more topics.
• Gratitude expressed for the support and listenership, and an invitation to comment if fans want a part two.

Episode airs every Wednesday at 9 PM on Spotify and YouTube.