MY STORY - I Quit My Job To Travel

NOTE: This is my story. Please do not take this post as a sign to quit your job, this needs to be carefully planned and executed with a smart decision after each other. If you are planning to do the same, make sure you are emotionally and financially in a right place with secure backup plans.
I QUIT MY JOB To Travel ✈️
September 2021 - I did quit my well-paid and secure corporate job to do what I love the most - to travel. Definitely one of the scariest decisions I had to make during my 28 years of life. It was scary in many ways - financially, physically, and emotionally. As much as my work was promising and secure I did not want to disappear in 9 to 5 circles. I did not want to live and die in the same place even tho I love Prague with my whole heart. And most importantly I did not want to experience the world in 2 weeks vacations in a year by the seaside.
October 2021 - After my notice period, I was fully free to do whatever I want with my time, so that is when I started my trip to the Middle East. That is when I understood there are would not never be the right time. It is just when you feel the most scared that is when you do the jump. There is never a right moment, it is all about creating the moment and manifesting the life you desire.
January 2022 - today I am able to create content full time and share my experiences with millions of viewers on 5 different platforms. Backpacking with 15kg in the countries where my weak passport allows me. Actually what I do as a content creator does not feel like a job, and also I feel like the energy I put out is all for me and for my future rather than being part of the big machine and selling your time for money.
Quitting a job sounds so cliche and cool - but lots of long-term planning and effort come with it. After all, this was the end goal of my 2-year plan. It is really scary to take the jump when you are at the edge of the cliff but staying the same for the rest of your life is scarier.
Also traveling is not easy - full-time traveling is not just having fun and seeing new places every day. As much as it sounds fun, it also comes with so many decisions every day because you do not have a scheduled life. Traveling also means being away from friends and loved ones. Traveling also means sleeping in hostels with snoring people. Traveling also means being lonely and looking for a cozy corner to feel like home.
After all, this was my decision to act on my dreams and do not waste my youth years for the right time…
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Who am I?
An inspired & curious man from the former Soviet Republic traveling full-time and creating travel content. I am creating unique and experience-driven travel videos from underrated destinations. My inspiration is to experience the country as a local, learn about new cultures, support local businesses, and share my experiences with you.
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[@Davud_Akh]

Do Today What Others Won't So You Can Do Tomorrow What Others Can't Thank you for following my story! Davud

[@everything5624]

brother where are you in now. are you still here or india

[@pabaa587]

Azerbaijan's handsome king ❤️ DAVUD🤴 Much love from sri lanka❤️🇱🇰

[@sharazmuzain6297]

Hi👋👋

[@navaratnamratnajothi5444]

TKNR.THANKS ITS GREAT YOUR VIDEO EXPOSURE EDUCATIONAL INFORMATIVE KNOWLEDGEBASE.MR.DAWUAD THE ALL MIGHTY WILL GUIDE YOU IN EVERY UNDERTAKING.

[@indrayadav3627]

We will always love and support you ❤️

[@eduardopauna]

Hi Davud, I'm Eduardo, I'm also deaf and Brazilian. I was very impressed by the videos you posted on KZbin about your travels to learn about the world's religions and cultures. It's really important for all of us to understand the cultural and religious diversity of our planet. Congratulations on your work!

[@elvira4032]

I’m just low seeing this video, and in it you show that you have a bit over 7k followers. And now? Almost 400k people support you! Wow. I’m just so impressed!

[@peppercorn6754]

the reason why i keep watching you is because ur not fake and edited. ur very genuine. we dont mind the mess lol. makes u human and makes us keep watching.

[@user-jn6bs2hq3u]

Yes beautiful

[@rantle450]

I wish I would have traveled at a younger age like you. I am retired and do a lot of traveling but sometimes I am physically restricted in the traveling I have to do. You are so interesting and a great presenter. Everytime you do your podcast, it feels like I'm there with you. You make traveling so real. Just DO IT! And don't look back!

[@Davud_Akh]

Rachel, so sweet of you! Thank you so much ❤️

[@tuvilla42maryann]

Here watching all your videos from the very beginning without skipping ads.You've done lot of good things to my kababayan Filipinos.buying good and share it 😊 💕. Please 🥺 you don't need to do it all the time it's hard if you run out of money here ,🇵🇭.just a friendly advice ❤. Mabuhay ka Davud.

[@ritamarkova1502]

Many people want to travel but can't by different reasons. I had a dream to travel all over the world, i wanted to discover smth new, unusual that i hadn't seen before. But it is not easy i think, even physically, to move from one place to another like a nomade. So i am very greatful to travel bloggers for giving us a chance to travel not leaving our homes, jobs, without troubles, waisting time, efforts, money. Thank you Davud, good luck😊

[@theresaketch6703]

You made the right choice doing your own thing and not making others wealthy at a 9 to 5 . You are free and I’m proud of you.

[@MadMax256]

දවසක් ඒවි අපිත් අපෙ හීන වලට යාවී... ❤ One day we will go to our dreams too ... 💛 Wish you All the very best to achieve your dreams My Friend. 🇱🇰

[@JinasiriNissanka]

රට විකුණාගෙන කන මේ කාලකන්නි දේශපාලුවොත් එක්ක මොන අනාගත හීනයක් ද යාළු, අපේ ළමයින්ටවත් අනාගතයක් නෑ. කාගෙන කාගෙන යනවා, දුකයි යාළුවා!

[@renukaadikari705]

We miss u Davud!!🥺 Much love from Sri Lanka❤

[@Davud_Akh]

Miss you, Sri Lanka, too! 🇱🇰❤

[@abyss7524]

@@Davud_Akh Been following you since your kyrgyzstan trip 👍 Can you tell us where are you from ?

[@tharinducrg]

having a backup plan is a must when you are taking step forward to change your existing carrier. You did the right thing quitting the job but still had source of income to survive incase of failure in the path you choose. Now, here you are after 5 months having 5 times more subscribers! I wish you hit the 100k soon & you deserve it. Also keep helping poor people you find in your journey. Good luck bro! love from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

[@sammurphy4122]

He already helped many poor Sri Lankans who adored him. They were very helpful and hospitable to him and the language barrier.was not a problem.

[@rn4395]

new subscriber here from Ontario Canada....Be Always positive... I love your video. Believe also that our heavenly Father is guiding you . Goodluck!

[@sandramaysonet7586]

Davud, God bless you. Im happy for you. Nowadays young ppl travel all over the world. Thats a school ,learning growing. Im 74 Retired worked all my life. 9-5 then 2 weeks vacation. To start over again the year to get 2weeks. Acknowledge that God has allowed for you to have a wonderful life. Amen

[@suemudalige]

So pleased to see you are a success today. You are a great role model and a huge example to everybody. May God continue to bless you!

[@shanjithrajaradnam2263]

When I saw the video length I thought to skip some parts but trust me once I started listening I was indulged into the story. Davud, you are a good presenter. I loved the way you addressed the camera as 'you' , like "let me put you on the tripod". You fit 100% to be a traveller and content creator. I think you are born to do this. Best of luck on your journey.

[@Davud_Akh]

Wow, thank you so much for watching the full video, it was important for me to share every piece of it. Thank you again, Davud

[@vimalavaradaraj5774]

Good luck dear son

[@Majumdar555]

Good decision

[@jasbirkaur-yy8ry]

We miss u davud... I watching ur videos again nd again...ur very nice...

[@පිනිරශ්මි]

Thanks sharing your story We miss you davud 😥😥 Love from 🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@balakathir3744]

Brother; Thanks for your wonderful videos about Sri Lanka rural life. You are a wonderful human being.

[@Davud_Akh]

I loved making them! Davud

[@kfckfc2576]

I love your brother David form sir lanka

[@sanjeevvarshney8217]

You're brave man, don't delete the video, many of us gave been through this turmoil, your story is very motivational and inspirational, thanx for sharing

[@ryansofly]

Just came across this video... I was a corporate slave like you and I left Singapore 10 years ago on a one way ticket to Australia. And I have never looked back. I was working 12-16 hours 5-6 days a week and yeah, I miss the money... But that was no way to live life. So I let all of that go and I now live in a small town away from the toil of corporate life. Back then KZbin was almost unheard of, otherwise I would have documented my experience. I am now slowly putting videos together of my experience as a migrant in another country. Glad to know I am not alone in this. Good on you for taking this step because only you can be in charge of your destiny. Cheers!

[@mudit_jha]

Congratulations🎉🎉🎉🎉 from 7,735 to about 1.5 M subscribers 💘💕💕

[@VoltesWithElias]

I have been watching your videos recently and I applaud what you did here. Good for you and your hard work has paid off.

[@NipunaSankalane]

We miss you bro 😎 🇱🇰

[@muththaiyakaliamma6880]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🙏

[@Davud_Akh]

Miss you, Sri Lanka, too! 🇱🇰❤

[@shakyasmom..6547]

@@Davud_Akh 😥🙏🙏🙏

[@sajithdilshan3651]

💓💓💓🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@fluffy4507]

We love you from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

[@MrTomkelso22]

Well done brother. I live in California and enjoy traveling when I can. In my younger years when I was in the military, I traveled often and even after to great locations to scuba dive. However, with a small family it makes it more difficult. My point is to live the life that you dream of. I have been watching you since the early days. You are truly my favorite travel blogger. Much love and light to you!

[@sameerabalasooriya3961]

Davud Brother, your humbleness & kind ❤ will never let you down. I wish you all the best to fulfill your wish traveling all over the 🌎 Thanks for Visiting 🇱🇰 & you will be the best full time traveller ever. Stay Safe & May god be with you....😍💪 Finally thanks again for sharing your Story... was really curious about that before 😉

[@Davud_Akh]

Thank you so much, Brother!

[@CriticalBeautySalon]

Just started watching your channel, beginning with your latest video on the Philippines, and I’ve been watching a few more. Then I saw this one! Wow! It’s amazing how your number of subscribers has grown from 7K back in September 2021 to over 416K in February 2024!!! Congratulations! You deserve it! I am sure you will triple your subscribers before the end of the year. You are just so genuine and real, and you always project a kind, heartwarming and positive energy. You also have the most piercing blue eyes! Keep up the good work and I look forward to watching more new content.

[@nah6649]

I'm proud u went to our country philippines u're able to interviewed my co- kababayan thanks lot for sharing go us God Bless in your Journey🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️😇😇😇😇

[@hemenbhattacharya2786]

I started watching your videos in KZbin recently, and found out that your contents are very informative and overall you are a great soul ! Keep it up !

[@paulomiguel33]

I agree and have the same thought.

[@vajpai6]

Thanks Davud for sharing some part of your life , With the kindness and the honesty we see in you definitely you will travel through your journey happily and achieve your goals while making others happy too .All the Best dear Davud . ❤️from 🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@Eagleeye644]

Hay Davud, good man, I'm seeing this in an year after it's publication, so can understand your decision to quit a successful carrier has surly paid off. Thanks for your honesty and great work you are doing in Sri Lanka, being there 3 times including right now. Wish you all the very best 👌

[@Fiola_M]

You should do a 1 year update. Great inspiration for chasing one's dreams. Your audience has skyrocketed!

[@nelumjayalath2795]

👍👍I respect all the religons . I appreciate you.Thank you brother , you came to our country .

[@normasoriano1065]

I was listening to your story on your journey to go on your own quitting your job and it was indeed a decision you have not regretted after 3 years for you have achieved what you desired . Keep it up and wish you more success along the way! Watching you from Florida 😊

[@justforfun5746]

Simply love your travel vlogs.. very basic and genuine content 👌 enjoy watching and exploring along with you. Best part of your videos is no offending anyone wherever you are whatever you maybe covering and you showing lot of respect to everyone around being very kind. Not many overseas vloggers do that. So keep up the good work you doing! You doing a really great job. Success is on your way. The best part about travelling is you collect memories not things. It's gonna be amazing expensive for you exploring the 🌎 world. Love from India 🇮🇳 ❤

[@shanthiperumal5723]

Congratulations to you for trusting yourself 🙂 you made the right decision ☺️ see you on the top bro Love from Malaysia 🙏☺️

[@andyprem]

Well, you succeeded !! congradulations. You are only the second Azerbaijani I have met(Actually I have not met you physically) and I love that there are content creators who are not all western who do their videos in English. I like the different points of view they present. I wish there were more.

[@heyigotchaosjuice7091]

I'm watching two years later and you're over half a million!!! Guess your gut was right! Congratulations!! Love your channel!

[@shihanisharmila]

Wow! Impressive story Davud ! Wish you more and more success on your journey..! 👏☘️❤

[@Davud_Akh]

Thank you so much, Shihani! Means a lot! Davud :)

[@AMR-eg5fp]

This was inspirational and motivational! What did i learn? Anything is possible if you believe in your self and work hard on your dreams. Push your self and invest your mind into what you believe will make you successful! Thank You Davud, for sharing your story! It really motivated me on something I’m currently working on. So thank you! I wish you the best of luck to achieve your goals! Love your content! Keep doing what you do! 🙌❤️

[@Davud_Akh]

Appreciate you a lot! Thank you so much for following the story and watching the video! Davud

[@y.v.5069]

Perfect Davud. You are already a successful content creator. But don't stop & Work hard more and more. You will be able to pass 1M subscribers soon . Love you 🇱🇰🤗❤️

[@donnadejesu4445]

Wishing you tremendous success! I love your videos. You are a very kind soul.

[@movebeautifullywithhilda]

I quit my full time job too, a few years ago. Just like you, I worked in a nice office. It will be hard to leave all the "security" of a cushy job behind. Yet I was so thwarted in my desire that I had to go. Today I am a movement trainer and never had I looked back ever since. So kudos to you and your decision. The only way forward is up. :) It's not without challenges but it is worthy. I feel I am truly myself now.. freedom, life and love and I wish you the same.. I know you will cos you are so authentic.... :)

[@harlowsmommy]

Your humility and honesty is quite beautiful.

[@asmaaslam116]

Thank you for inspiring us Brother! 🔥

[@fahimsiddique7624]

such a big leap of faith. may the almighty gift you with the best of your interests

[@busilove-]

This is best lifetime decision 💖 from stressful to stress-free

[@kaushalyasamarakoon7398]

You are such a very kind person Davud.❤ Loving from Sri Lanka ❤❤

[@ogfrenzoharami2.063]

Your a legend and a proper man Davud a rarity nowadays too many slaves to the rat race in this world bro. I’m doing exactly what you have already done. I’m leaving my corporate career behind this November. I will be leaving London England and starting my travelling no blogging or vlogging just me and my travels. I will be heading towards India first for a few months then onto the Philippines. After that I have no plans as of yet but I’m certain I will make some. Best of luck bro and know that I fully support and rate you!

[@Jan.V.B]

How is the Philippines?

[@thetravellingsurrogate]

Such a privilege to have met you during this journey 💃 Also, you made such a good point about life expectancy. Why wait until you're retired and possibly in bad health and have no energy.

[@amishsidique9313]

Wishing you more and more success on your journey dear brother..love from Sri Lankan 🇱🇰

[@sureshfernando3904]

All the very best Davud Akhundzada 🙏

[@kashcorner1528]

Loads of love & respect bro❤️🌟🙌 #positivevibes

[@EllisWR]

Your a legend man ❤️ we are currently travelling full time and making content you are one of our biggest inspirations :) thankyou never stop being humble, we will be in Azerbaijan and caucuses later in the year where do you recommend in your country?

[@Davud_Akh]

Wow, it means a lot to read that and also puts lots of pressure on me haha! All the best to you guys and enjoy Caucasus. I have not been home for 4 years so I would not be the right advisor for you :) Davud

[@EllisWR]

@@Davud_Akh thanks for the reply man! No don't feel any pressure just keep doing what you do best! We'll be watching 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇦🇿

[@ManojThakur-ic7iu]

You are very genuine person sir... Love your simplicity...I love the way you respect every human being, every culture..🙏

[@keangwooichoo6138]

Amazing. Respect your decision Davud.

[@shoaibkahut]

Brother *Davud* , i followed your travel in Pakistan and ever since i am your great admirer. You are an amazing human being and a born traveler. What i like the most in your V-logs is your patience. The way you talk with locals is so unique too. The step you took in 2021 paid off ultimately. Kudos to you and i wish you soon 1 Million subs :) Waiting to host you in *China* .

[@NinieMN]

Congratulation. You are growing! 179k subscribers.

[@Priyasisland]

Wow very inspiring. I think that's how a lot of us feel, a bit forgotten in the 9-5 routine, especially once you have already started a family. It's a great age for you to be pursuing this lifestyle, loved the Sri Lanka vlogs can't wait to see more and be inspired ❤️❤️❤️

[@Davud_Akh]

Definitely the age is very important to take such big risks. Thank you for sharing, Davud

[@teresabugie6728]

Thank you for sharing

[@diane427]

🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💕🏕💕🏕🙏❤️👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️👍👍💔👌💔💕👌💔💔👌💕👍💔💔💕👌💕🏕🙏💕🙏❤️💕👌💕👌💕🏕🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️🙏❤️🏕🙏❤️🙏🏕🙏❤️🏕🙏💕🙏❤️🙏💕🏕🙏❤️🙏❤️❤️🙏

[@banoonfarbod3072]

You are amazing Good luck with your new job as a traveler 🧳 God bless you ✨🤍✨🤍🤞🤍🦋

[@TheAshen95]

Love You and Stay Safe Brother... 🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@fewtest14letsgame31]

Hey Davud I just subscribed your subscriber is over 500k already ❤ love from the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@sakhukithu]

We support you davud Stay happy Love from india 🇮🇳 ❤️

[@nuradhapathiraja8463]

Good Luck!!!! Davud. All the Best!!! I understand it is a risky decision. I believe you can do it for a while. Then see. 👋💪

[@Butterflywings-td2ud]

I applaud your bravery and tenacity👏 I’m thankful for what you do, I enjoy seeing our amazing world in your interesting and thoughtful videos, thanks to you💖

[@seyontharmal]

Enjoy..you've great! I enjoy watching you sir

[@saymatattooremovalchannel9264]

Mashallah, your lecture really inspire me. I’m in operations in my corporate job, and your so right about what do we do when we get home from work. Last year I started a small side business, and there was so many risks involved, but ahumdillah, it’s been a success! I love that you made such a big change in your life and become a content creator. That’s so amazing! And I love how humble you are all the way through it! Im so grateful I found this channel ❤️

[@62346789]

Follow your heart and be happy. God bless you 🌻🌻🌻

[@malee5250]

Always there for you.Dont be scared be positive you will be fine in life.Hold onto your finances till you are settled.Bless you

[@kriskanaga7359]

Wish you all the best. This is the best part in your life.We all see The Real world now.Helping The needy is the best thing you can do in your life.Keep doing what you believe. God bless you.

[@ertva5433]

Just landed here through the KZbin algorithm, watched a couple of your videos, really appreciate your work and after this video how you inspire people/ corporate "rats" like many of us to pursue their dreams. Great content and keep up the good work. Greetings from Romania.

[@payelratna7858]

Such a big chance u took with your life, it need guts to do something like this. And much respect for following your dreams! I m very proud of u brother, look how far u come along 😊I hope & pray all your good dreams comes true, and one day u have a happy family .

[@defenderofdecency7218]

Taking a leap is very important despite the unknown outcomes we may face. It’s easier to take that risk while still young, like in your case. Glad for you to have taken that jump. I too have quit my corporate 9-5 job in January this year & although I have no plan to be on social media (KZbin, etc.), I believe that I still made the right decision. I am happy spending time with my family & enjoying my free time for the time being. I will subscribe to your channel to support you. Good luck to you with your KZbin channel, your travels & other businesses endeavors. Peace ✌️

[@christophersoprano-sculptor]

Wonderful to see how your new chapter began.

[@Alinahalinah1]

May Allah bless you forever ✨in dis world and the another. You are one of the most humble person I have ever seen. Loads of love from USA 🇱🇷❤️

[@garysmith6040]

We recently found you on KZbin. We have watched some of your trips in Afghanistan. We also have seen several others on their trips there. I like how personal you are when you talk. You are very at ease in communicating your travels to the viewers. We get to know the country's culture up close and personal. We like following your episodes!

[@anuradhapriyankara2652]

Good one boss. Great video for the risk takers for decision makings. I have learned a lot from this❤️

[@realproductsonlineshow3498]

Dear Davu ,You made a good decession to leave from the job and do your own business.if not we will not be watch these lovely videos arround the world.I remember that I did the same thing 3 years ago.but i am not the creator.now i am a small businessman. all the best for you.

[@sudarshiweerarathne385]

Love you brother.. Thank you share your beautiful story 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💐💐💐💐💐

[@smarthub56]

Every progress is achieved only after taking risk but you have already been successful well your decision is right to a great extent.

[@mrmrazlan4330]

Hi dude I’m from sri lanka 🇱🇰 You did everything good man and really inspiration

[@vickivillegas6574]

Your video s are sooooo interesting, I will still be missing you. Your vids are so awesome keep them coming.

[@ansan9481]

Never let fear decide where you want to go in life. Making big changes is always scary but if you go with love in your heart, you will embark on a fantastic adventure that will take you places you'd never thought would be possible. I speak from experience and it was the one of the best decisions I've done in my life! Wishing you all the best on your new adventure. Life is for living and loving 🙂

[@momssimplecookingandeating5320]

Happy to read this comment bcs i need the words like these to overcome my fear of failure,tysm🙏🏻

[@dineshtiwari3541]

Not Seen A Gentle Man Like You God Bless You all

[@sagardalvi1047]

Allaah has given u pure heart

[@Anttu94]

Enjoy adventurous travel stay healthy Davud and good luck for the further steps 🍀

[@sanathvijitha7154]

All the best brother ❤

[@martincortez17]

Hello Davud! I'm new to your channel. Very nice I really enjoy them. Keep up the good work brother!

[@sandunwanshanatha4186]

All the best bro!🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@Queen-ox6xk]

Wow ! lmpressive story davud ! l am really miss u davud I love your videos 🥰

[@bkasthuri8233]

All the best❣keep up the good work brother🙌

[@gailcollins9331]

Hello Davud, I hope first came across your videos from Istanbul, immediately subscribed as I really liked your friendly approach both to people and animals. Now I have just watched this video 1 year later. I wish you every success with your growing KZbin channel and that life's journey treats you with the same kindness you continually show. Love, health and peace.Gail ,Czech Republic. ❤️

[@merilfernando9730]

all the best bro ❤❤❤❤👍

[@MimiMimi-pd1bo]

I love to watch your videos, bless you to continue well

[@princepipi344]

We miss you uncle .i and my brother loves you .love from 🇱🇰

[@Davud_Akh]

Love back, my friend! :)

[@haleedz]

Good advice from you Davud. I wish you the very best of success and will continue to be one of your fan. Much love from Sri Lanka ❤👍

[@kithminisulakshika3977]

We miss you sir really i like your video from 🇱🇰

[@jameswright8695]

Thank you David, I really appreciate you. I think that you are a blessing to all the people who you encounter ❤️

[@SASVIBRO]

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[@randomuser835]

I am glad at last you know the meaning of life ... life that we get once.... enjoy real human !

[@gimsugs]

You are the best Davud Love From Sri Lanka! ❤‍🔥

[@NoobTube4148]

Legend! I wish you much success in your KZbin career!

[@dhamaka7190]

INSHALLAH YOU ARE ALWAYS SUCCESSES YOUR LIFE INSHALLAH🤲🏻🤴🏻❤

[@UdayarekhaRekha-dp3ir]

You are a good soul brother. God bless you