How I Built An EMPIRE And Moved To Thailand

I interview Chris Parker from the KZbin channel Retired Working For You about how he founded and grew a successful company. Chris worked in the film industry before moving to Thailand and through hard-work and business savvy was able to do quite well financially. He made a clever investment when he purchased and developed land on Koh Samui which helps him stay retired in Thailand.
It was a pleasure to hear his story. The reason why I do these interviews is so I can learn and develop new skills. I've always been fascinated by the mind of an entrepreneur and by interviewing them I aim to learn, grow and develop myself. #retiredworkingforyou #thairishtimes #thailand
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[@ThairishTimes]

here's part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXTEk6qwhsmXo9E

[@BrandenBrazil]

Retired Working For You is one of my go-to KZbin channels. Chris is fantastic and always produces such fun and interesting content. He’s quite a character!

[@BrandenBrazil]

Love your interviews, too.

[@petercross6960]

Pete, you are the Michael Parkinson of KZbin, you never interrupt, are patient and professional, letting the interviewee tell their story whilst posing the questions viewers want answers to. True investigative journalism

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Peter, i’m glad you like this interview style

[@beverlyweber4122]

What Chris said about taking a 'mini-retirement', of unknown duration...that was me in 2019, quitting my job and heading off to Thailand as a widow. It's life-changing because it clears the cobwebs and freshens you up. His story has strands which are shared with many expats and nomads. Great interview!

[@ThairishTimes]

I bet you had a great adventure Beverly. All the best

[@humbulanimulaudzi7185]

Let's interview her

[@ThailandThomas]

"Retired Working For You" is one of my favorite channels. Great interview Pete, one of your best. I love Chris, He is brilliant, awesome and nuts! Love the deep dive into his life. I was a cameraman in Hollywood for many years, remember his company. Changed the movie Industry. Awesome video Pete!

[@ThairishTimes]

Cheers Thomas

[@seankeay3000]

Chris has been a very good friend of mine since High school. He is truly a gentleman and a scholar. A great dad and husband and always fun to watch. I was able to watch his rise in every facet of his life. Filming parties. Life. Great video guys. Thanks Pete. Keep it up!

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you enjoyed it Sean. Chris is an inspirational fella that’s for sure

[@thestaffrockband]

This was fascinating; I had no idea Chris was sooooo accomplished, but am even more impressed by how centrally grounded he is - great interview!

[@techbilly]

Always enjoyed working with Chris Parker

[@PaulWalliswriter]

Hi Thairish times, love your videos. I've been here for 36 years and have some really, really wild stories, I was an extreme backpacker who arrived here one day and never left!!

[@Adamsb250]

Is this how Paul started on the show? No way!! 😅

[@PaulWalliswriter]

@@Adamsb250 Are you referring to me good sir?

[@keef6586]

What a guy! Amazing energy and enthusiasm. It’s like he’s still raving from the 90’s. Love his philosophy and what he said about “one more year” then you find out in your 70’s. Been having those same thoughts and discussions myself lately and he has confirmed any lingering doubts I had. Really looking forward to the next part. Great interview Pete. You allowed him speak freely without interruption and that 35 minutes just flew by. Well done mate.

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you liked it mate and best of luck with your decision

[@Chai_Travel]

Great interview mate! Chris is living the dream and he worked hard for it, like you Pete! You’re doing it! 💪🏼

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks mate you are too

[@ThaiTalkwithPaddy]

Really enjoyed this interview Pete! Very inspiring. Would love to catch up with both of you when I get back to Thailand this year

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Paddy, give me a shout when you’re over mate

[@thanaang1455]

This is one of your best interviewee!

[@ThairishTimes]

sure is

[@Ross_SEA]

My favorite interview so far, love Chris and all that he does for locals. Good stuff!

[@ExploringBangkok]

Awesome! Nice interview, as always. I like it how you let your guests speak without interrupting them.

[@chestermosburger3113]

absolutely the best thing about any interview.

[@iant45199]

Another fantastic interview Pete, your cool, calm, and collected. you never interrupt or cut in, your patient and professional and it's showing, Chris seems a really lovely man, and deserves all he has, looking forward to round 2.

[@ThairishTimes]

Cheers Ian, I appreciate that mate

[@roybaht]

Great interview with Chris Parker. Like Chris, most ex-pats who are successful in Thailand were successful before they came here. It's good that you're finding these stories 👍 👍 👍

[@graerindley6312]

It doesn't matter what happened before, you can do whatever you want starting from now😀

[@GatorJake]

Pete, I wish I could have given this interview TWO likes. I've followed Chris since he appeared on Jonny There's Something Happening's channel. In listening to Chris's story, it spoke to me. This year I found myself at a crossroads realizing I was miserable in what I was doing. So I walked away from it. It is one of the best decisions for me ever. Yes, people will question why you are closing the door on a lucrative job, but other doors open in due time. Thanks, Pete -- I look forward to part 2 of this interview. Cheers.

[@JBWanders73]

Great stuff Pete... Chris has a very interesting story!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks mate, yeah it sure is an interesting one

[@OneLifeTwoLive]

“ can 1 more year into the 70’s “ Absolute reality for all of us that are doing exactly that

[@llttf]

Have heard parts of Chris's story before but, as usual, you have brought it all together in a very interesting interview. Looking forward to part 2.

[@SmokeDef]

I've been looking forward to this interview finally happening. Great relaxed conversation in a very comfortable atmosphere. Don't keep us waiting for too long with part 2, Pete.

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you enjoyed it mate, part 2 coming very soon

[@mikeagresta]

I live in Burbank California work in the movie industry. Excellent interview. Love your show I just subscribed and shared with my 34 year old son who lives in Colorado. With great interviews like this you’ll hit 100k in no time at all. Keep up the good work👍

[@ThairishTimes]

Nice Michael, glad to have you here. You work in a great industry

[@doingthingsdifferently]

Always wanted to hear this story, thanks both

[@Mozzermarr10]

Great deep dive into Chris’ life! We’re from a similar part of Ontario, went to the same uni (at the same time it seems) and share a love of travel and Thailand. I just need a small percentage of his success and I’d be a happy man. Looking forward to part 2 mate!

[@ThairishTimes]

Cool, maybe you ran into each other back in the day

[@roni2715]

Excellent interview Pete and thanks to Chris for being so open about his life (Part 2 should be humorous with a few more beers😉 ) . Well done and thanks to both of you.

[@ThairishTimes]

hehe you got that right Roni hehe

[@SChen-ei8gx]

GSD people! My people, great interview. He makes a good point; there is almost always a point where the technical leads that love what they do eject when the processes folks suck the point out of the mission.

[@TWCH]

Great stuff Pete. I've heard luck defined as when preparedness meets opportunity. Chris' story is just that. He saw a golden opportunity and had a valuable skill along with the courage and ambition needed to take it all forward. I love stories like this.

[@ThairishTimes]

That’s a cool definition Charlie

[@chrisk6935]

Great work, keep it up. You’ve really found your feet with KZbin and it’s great seeing your well deserved success blossoming 👍🏻

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks very much Chris

[@masterofthecranium]

This was a brilliant interview, it seems like he has a real Midas touch. I was enraptured with that, some sage knowledge. What a legend!

[@ThairishTimes]

Niceeeee

[@shaunlaverty8898]

Great interview. I’ve had a few beers with Chris and Adam (and a Jerome) in Toronto, Koh Samui, and Bangkok over the last year and Chris is a genuine guy. He’s just like his on camera “persona”, no BS, friendly, always willing to share a story and meet new people.

[@ThairishTimes]

Absolutely, two great guys who are the real deal

[@francisinghels9765]

We love Chris and the flow he's proposing; plenty variety of subjects with tempo and humor. My fav with Paddy D. Thairish Times;....I will explore your channel!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks, I hope you like it

[@MrDanny2501]

Been watching Chris his channel for a while,....awesome hearing this side of his life story

[@scottDchicago]

Awesome interview! I really enjoyed this!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Scott mate

[@gertdrok]

Very Interesting interview with Chris. He is a very nice, sympathetic and Normal person, with all his success. These kind of people are always successful, easy talking. His business was a success and Now also his You Tube channel is huge. You make a Very Good and interesting interview Pete. Thanks. 🙏

[@ThairishTimes]

thanks Gert, glad you liked it

[@kbhorizon7883]

Great interview, keep up the good work.

[@TheThaiLife]

Retired Working for You is the real deal. He is the ONLY one I trust for immigration and travel advice. He's positive and fun. Another great interview. Look forward to the interview with you and your wife.

[@eleanorclarke2055]

Pete, just loved the interview with Chris and looking forward to the next half Well done Chris is inspiring

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Eleanor, coming soon

[@baljitkaurbailey7084]

Chris Parker....favorite in our household!!

[@ThairishTimes]

nice

[@metalextras]

Thank you Pete, and many thanks Chris for sharing!

[@ThairishTimes]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@cdnhawk65]

As a Canadian that was super interesting. Chris is an awesome dude.

[@billybasu3900]

Great video.It looks like that you have found a niche in Thailand as a youtuber.Well done. It is also obvious that this guy is exceptionally talented even though he won't admit it. The best insight he gave was that he fell in love with Thailand but did not give up his "day job" for 20 years and did not move to Thailand until after 25 years of first visiting.For the vast majority of people that is how to do it.The words to the song, Dignity by Deacon Blue ring true for the vast majority of people who end up successfully, living the dream permanently. The "one more year" dilemma is a real one but intuitively, one will sense when it is time to make the move irrespective of how much you have been earning. Life is too short particularly when you hit your fifties.

[@pumcarrillo6065]

Just grate, both of yall ,I watch Chris for a while what a grate interview keep up the good work ,thanks

[@pavankukreja6554]

One of the BEST VLOGS Pete. 👍👏😊🏆🙏

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@harrywissink842]

Such a great interviewer! Really! Very engaging! Time flies ! Also Chris is a very authentic person ! Really liked it a lot THANKS

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks very much Harry, glad you enjoyed it

[@harrywissink842]

@@ThairishTimes I really did and do ! And shared it on Twitter! Lots of success

[@ThairishTimes]

@@harrywissink842 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@RalphBaumgartl]

I really like Chris' style of presentation and editing! Nice interviews Pete. Greetings from Germany!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Ralph

[@JesseStLouis]

Am I the only one who wants to see the '98 vlogs?

[@ThairishTimes]

I want to see them

[@CAM-fk7fd]

Hey top interview.. been following you both for some time now.. keep the excellent vids coming.. Cant wait to holiday back in Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket.. All the best from New Zealand, Cheers!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks mate

[@gerardwise67]

Brilliant interview 👏 👌 👍 Chris is a sensational player of inspirational insights. Looking forward to part two. 🙏

[@Mitro.t]

Had no idea about his backstory in the film industry . One of the most underrated interviews I've watched so far with two Legends! Thanks Pete 🙏 Now time to watch part 2

[@AcmeRocket]

We demand part 2 immediately!!! 🥳🥳

[@ThairishTimes]

😂😂😂

[@wytchend]

You’ve done it again Pete! Awesome!

[@ThairishTimes]

☺️☺️☺️☺️

[@jeffcahill5722]

Chris is a legend and a saint. I'm a new subscriber to this channel. Great interviews!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Jeff, welcome 🙏🙏

[@kjensen7819]

I really like Chris Parker. His channel was the first one I started to follow about Thailand, just before Covid. It has honestly been difficult for other youtubers to live up to his quality. But he has another background than most of the others, so that is part of it. I will start following you also Paddy, as you have a good attitude, and I am sure you will be succesful like Chris.

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks mate, I appreciate the great comment

[@agentm83]

Two of my favourite Thailand KZbinrs getting together, awesome!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks ☺️☺️☺️☺️

[@jakkrawutw4654]

ติดตามทั้ง2ช่อง...ได้ฟังความคิดเห็นต่างๆของชาวต่างชาติว่าคิดเช่นไร....คริสทำคอนเทนต์สนุก...ชอบดูบ่อยๆ..ขอบคุณคลิปสัมภาษณ์ที่ดี

[@williamhartz8707]

The “video bombers” are fun to watch. Especially the guy who walks out with a cast on. ( Interesting interview btw Chris has an approachable, common sense, relaxed positive personality. A person I could easily have a beer with.)

[@ThairishTimes]

Haha great comment. The guy with the cast purposely sat there so he could listen. Then he came up to us when we stopped for a break. He had a bike accident and broke his collar bone

[@williamhartz8707]

@@ThairishTimes ouch

[@shaunlaverty8898]

Can confirm, Chris is a good guy to kick back with and have a few beers. 😁🍻

[@mikeyn1900]

Just became a subscriber! Really insightful interview. Inspirational personal story from Chris. Going through watching the rest of your videos to support your growth.

[@ThairishTimes]

hey sorry I missed this comment. welcome to the channel Mike

[@Photojouralist123]

I've been following Chris for a long time , great interview. I even bought his T shirt

[@siegfriedruckel7284]

The Interviews are the most valuable content, they are the topics I am looking for. Well done, go in like that.

[@ThairishTimes]

Cheers mate, loads more to come

[@lollofunky]

woah i remember the excitement when the RED camera come out!! Great interview!! I didnt know the guy was the founder of such an important company !

[@barrylerose7997]

Nice video. Excellent interview. Thanks Chris, keep stirring up awesome work, Thailand needed your spirit during these times.

[@Patrick-xo8ht]

Great interview! Keep up the great work!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks 👍🏼

[@digitalsamurai42]

Great episode! Have so much more respect for Chris after hearing his story.

[@crocolifestylecrypto8875]

Great great interview mate. Really enjoyed it. Kudos to you both. Also always nice to hear that Irish accent again haha, brings back memories.

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you like the interview and the Irish accent Dennis. You sound like you have some experience with Irish people hehe

[@crocolifestylecrypto8875]

@@ThairishTimes Yep hehe. 1 year in Cork and 4 years in Dublin.

[@petercross6960]

at 25:53 I loved the quote "a lot of people can one more year themselves into their seventies" that quote has nudged me nearer the decision to live in Thailand before my best days are over - thanks Chris & Pete

[@ThairishTimes]

I enjoyed that quote too. Glad you liked it Peter

[@0T7VK]

Chris spoke my mind. 25:49...another year...It's wonderful hearing your story.

[@davidheaslip4413]

Another fantastic video Pete , it is amazing what lady luck together with hard work can bring to the table .

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks David, well said too

[@snox7320]

Great interview . Really enjoy Chris's channel and nice to hear his story ..... Oh and now a subscriber with your content .

[@bwoodyw2903]

Great vid! Chris and Pete you’re awesome!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks so much mate!!

[@Mike-xf5bl]

Another great interview. What a cool cat. 30+ years working in film/tv myself. Loved hearing his story, can relate.

[@ThairishTimes]

Nice, it’s an interesting industry that’s for sure

[@mobpsy1526]

A sense of progress is one of the biggest predictors for life satisfaction, Chris is a good example.

[@ThairishTimes]

I enjoyed that part about forward progress

[@HelnoIaint]

Great interview! Much love and respect for both of you .

[@GoWithChalida]

Wow thank you for sharing

[@ThairishTimes]

You’re very welcome Chalida

[@lesleylambert16]

Chris is great...found him when he started as I was missing Thailand so much...he's a very lucky guy or should I say someone who has put in the work and had a very interesting life with a good heart...

[@Ulbre]

What an insight to an absolute ripper bloke. You did well Thairish, very well. Thank you

[@ThairishTimes]

Cheers mate 👍🏼

[@robertmaddelena530]

Great interview into the life of a good guy and successful you tuber. He is very humble I did not know the details. Congrats to both of you guys.

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you liked it

[@GapBahnDirk]

This is great! Fascinating to find out what is behind Chris, his channel and his success.

[@mrdarcy9158]

Great score. Grabbing a drink and sitting down to enjoy this one!

[@ThairishTimes]

Enjoy mate

[@lizajane1878]

Love me the Chris and Pete channel. Subbed to both! Keep it coming boys!

[@ThairishTimes]

wow thanks very much, lots more to come

[@markscott5257]

Great Interview Pete ! Love the conversational connect you both have and I look forward not to just part 2 but more of your content. Have a great day !

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks very much Mark, more to come

[@cherylkelly8009]

Awesome interview ! Thanks

[@ThairishTimes]

you're very welcome

[@DNorman]

Awesome interview Pete. I figured this was coming when you said you were interviewing a couple of people in Samui. Look forward to part 2.

[@ThairishTimes]

Glad you like it Dion. Such an interesting story. Part 2 coming soon

[@slybrethren3252]

i'm from petrborough living in thaiand too. go petes go !!

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks ☺️☺️

[@TicketToRideAsia]

"Some people telling whacky stories" lol, so true, I visited Koh Phangan in 1999 based on hearing whacky stories, too! Funny!

[@ovrcmng]

do more interviews we love them

[@ThairishTimes]

loads more to come

[@cyberfox843]

Thank you Pete this video was really awesome and thank Chris too for sharing his story its truly an awesome story

[@ThairishTimes]

You’re very welcome ☺️

[@MaNe0815]

Impressive!

[@HighlightsVideoBlog]

Inspirational Chris, thank you Pete!

[@dorteandersen526]

Great Interview with Chris 😀👍he also a great KZbinr, thanks for share, looks forward to seeing your next interview

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Dorte, glad you like it

[@markholland6657]

found your channel via Chris's.... you are very right... if you wanna be the best you can be at what you do, learn from the best! and I would add just focus on being the best YOU can be for YOU.. don't worry too much about what others think or do.... new subscribe... keep at it Pete.

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks for the wise words Mark and welcome to the channel🙏🙏🙏

[@markholland6657]

@@ThairishTimes no worries, a beer on me if we ever meet.. aiming to visit BKK later this yr! in meantime, look forward to more vids!

[@johntheaccountant5594]

Another great interview. I really was interested to know how Chris Parker got to where he was at the age of 50. Looking forward to part 2.

[@dontlookeast]

25 minutes in and it feels like Chris has barely started - glad there's a part 2!

[@MackemThai]

Great video love Chris and his channel and ive just subsctibed to Thairish Times great stuff. Lets hope our channel gets to be as succesful as both of you keep up the good work.

[@ThairishTimes]

Cheers mate and best of luck with your channel. Enjoy the journey🙏🙏🙏

[@Patigoooool]

Man I just looked at Chris’ villa in the north east of Samui on Google Maps. 141 reviews - ALL 5 STARS!! Wow. Great interview between two great channels 👍🏻

[@richardevans3801]

Great interview with Chris. He's a wonderful human being. I've wondered a few times if he had shares in moonstone. So if he respects you enough to share his story. You deserve my subscription.

[@ThairishTimes]

Thank you very much Richard. Your sub is greatly appreciated

[@Matt1975ism]

Excellent interview, and always interesting guests. Thumbs up from 🇬🇧👍🏻

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks Matt the Hat

[@kingmaafa120]

I watch him daily Great interview as usual

[@Fishing4Pleasure]

Two of my favourite you tubers chinwagging! Cheers Pete & Chris

[@ThairishTimes]

Thanks very much Mark ☺️☺️☺️

[@andrewstoran3630]

Great interview with Chris, he's got a great attitude to life