Living in Singapore: the First 6 Months | Simon Says

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@EePingLiang
@EePingLiang 4 жыл бұрын
I live in Singapore and I completely agree with you.
@jaytee6228
@jaytee6228 3 жыл бұрын
Are there jobs in Singapore?
@rurall
@rurall 3 жыл бұрын
@@jaytee6228 obv lol, Singapore tops the best countries for business list.
@jaytee6228
@jaytee6228 3 жыл бұрын
@pig what's the average salary in Singapore
@jaytee6228
@jaytee6228 3 жыл бұрын
@@rurall cool
@jaytee6228
@jaytee6228 3 жыл бұрын
@@rurall what's the average salary in Singapore
@shaunlowkl
@shaunlowkl 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing editing and sense of humour. Can't wait to watch more!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Well, if that’s your first of my videos, got plenty good ones already! Thanks for the support!
@thehan9543
@thehan9543 4 жыл бұрын
Agree with you on the long working hours. So hard to change the culture from working long hours to shorter hours with higher efficiency and effectiveness
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
This subject is strangely taboo with Singaporeans, I found. They have very strong work ethics and laziness is frowned upon. Admittedly, north-Americans are more lazy, in comparison.
@impopquiz
@impopquiz 3 жыл бұрын
It really depend on your bosses. 😆
@nayantharakuppoo3485
@nayantharakuppoo3485 3 жыл бұрын
20 years ago I was in Singapore now settled in Canada. I really miss those wonderful food.such a neat country
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
It is! Where are you in Canada, just so I know how more-or-less terrible your winter is right now!
@zainanuar6958
@zainanuar6958 3 жыл бұрын
Abt the long hours at work, been there done that. Enough is enough!!. Except whenever I really enjoy doing it and gets lots of satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment. All for the sake and love of God, my own self and the people I love. Life is just too beautiful with lots of meaningful things to do. 🙏🙏🙏
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Work is great - but living is better! The rare people amongst us who manage to combine both have it the best!
@davekiat
@davekiat 4 жыл бұрын
Welcome to Singapore. I have lived in Singapore all my life and I still can’t stand the heat and humidity. Exercises like running and cycling are done at dawn. And I need to get out of the country for at least a month each year to escape the heat or it drives me crazy
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
I LOVE the heat and humidity! 9 months of Canadian winter each year for 35 years would probable skew your opinion a bit - certainly skews mine!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Except Singaporeans, it seems 😁 I come from the North Pole and I hate snow, but I bet tropical and equatorial residents think it’s exotic and exciting! Makes sense, actually!
@pooscifer
@pooscifer Жыл бұрын
That's because you haven't experienced the bleakness and bone chilling cold of Canadian winters. I'm also thinking of moving here from Canada
@jessieneo5308
@jessieneo5308 3 жыл бұрын
Cant believe it, your daughter is so brave!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, she’s pretty strong-minded!
@jasonlam534
@jasonlam534 4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed watching your videos and the editing is great and hilarious. Hope you enjoy your stay here in Singapore now during phrase 2. Keep up the good work. Cheers.!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, appreciate the good words! Keep watching!
@haroldlo8624
@haroldlo8624 4 жыл бұрын
I kinda like Gekos in my home. Helps to keep insects away. The only way to change the work culture is for leaders to set an example. I believe it will happen one day.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
I only get rid of the big ones. Rule of thumb: if I can hear it walk, it has to go!
@restlessly12
@restlessly12 4 жыл бұрын
Hey, just stumbled upon your channel and now I’m a new subscriber. Welcome to Singapore, and coincidentally, my neighbourhood - the West. 😁 Hope you like it here. Looking forward to see more of your videos!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subscribing!!
@palmtree_
@palmtree_ 4 жыл бұрын
4:00 "The Garden City" no more. The slogan was introduced by LKY in 1967. Since 2008 "The City in the Garden" was mooted. Now 2020 we are going for "Singapore, The City in Nature"
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Give it a bit of time before slow-ass Canada catches up with the changes!
@ChiusTravel
@ChiusTravel 4 жыл бұрын
Loving your content especially the broll transitions! My wife and I just moved here almost a year ago now and we couldn't agree more with why you love it. We moved from Boston where it was pretty much winter all the time (probably not as cold as Canada though!) Food wise agree that it's hard to find a bad meal but one thing you must miss as a French Canadian is poutine! We miss going up to Montreal for that gravy curdy goodness!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
I don’t miss poutine that much to be honest - though there is a local Quebec legend who openned a poutine place in Bangkok - real cheese curds and everything! Might go check it out when the world re-opens - if he is still in business! Thanks for watching!
@BelloBudo007
@BelloBudo007 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video. I am intrigued with Singapore for many reasons & wouldn't mind visiting there soon.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Worth the trip!
@mustafawahidi8241
@mustafawahidi8241 Жыл бұрын
Simonnnnn just came across your old videoooo..my friend congrats..see the views :) I was with you since u had 100 views on them vidz....so proud of you mannnnn,luv fron Pakistan
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada Жыл бұрын
Hey Mustafa - I appreciate this!! Thanks for sticking around! My new stuff still struggles a bit - but I’ll figure it out. Keep watching!!
@derrickng922
@derrickng922 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making Singapore looked so beautiful. Wonderful ! :)
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Easy - it’s beautiful to begin with!
@nathalieandparis
@nathalieandparis 3 жыл бұрын
Aw love this channel and your personality is amazing! You seem so genuine. Keep up the awesome work
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Nice of you to say that! Thank you very much!
@exs1803
@exs1803 2 жыл бұрын
Wow Impressed with this brief compilation of your experiences in Singapore. Qualify for promotional video for the Tourism Board!. And all infused with dry wit and humor. Keep enjoying.........
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
I’ll wait for my check from Tourism board, then!
@juihalmuu9516
@juihalmuu9516 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing beautiful country with fun
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
Second most amazing place on earth!
@juihalmuu9516
@juihalmuu9516 2 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada wait wait, what's the first? 😹
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
Hawaii. Very spetial.
@sarahtan826
@sarahtan826 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video done with humour! Singapore is a small dot. Hope you don't get bored soon😅 beautiful family! Enjoy your stay here!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Small but never boring!
@cybergonk83
@cybergonk83 4 жыл бұрын
I love Singapore! I've been there 3 times already and I never get enough of it! It's literally heaven on earth 😍
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Its a special place!
@palmtree_
@palmtree_ 4 жыл бұрын
Very nice vlog, stories, music and editing. Love it. Thank you
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU!
@bonjer
@bonjer 3 жыл бұрын
Stumble upon you channel and liking your sense of humor! enjoy your life in Singapore! hope the border reopens and looking forward to you exploring the hustle and bustle of south east asia..
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
So am I! I’m expecting YEARS before it’s back to normal at this point, though!
@slavlivesmatter7190
@slavlivesmatter7190 3 жыл бұрын
That Steve Irwin impression is amazing
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Ha! Aussies beg to differ, I bet!
@DesmondNgBC
@DesmondNgBC 3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with you on the 36hr / week, need more time for other things
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Life goes by quickly when you’re busy working
@moltenvanilla
@moltenvanilla 2 жыл бұрын
Hope you love the food here !!!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
I have yet to meet someone who doesn’t enjoy SG’s food!! If you ever meet one, they’re lying.
@Harta23
@Harta23 2 жыл бұрын
Very beautiful place Singapore Very clean county Thank you for Great sharing 💕💕. greatting from Macau china
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
How’s Macau doing these days?
@seidrondaer2093
@seidrondaer2093 3 жыл бұрын
I worked 12-14 hr days and retired at 45. But, honestly, i'll prefer to work 8 hr days and retire at 60.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Respect!
@player-tianyuliow6618
@player-tianyuliow6618 3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with the 35hr work week
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Best thing I have figured out in life (so far!)
@player-tianyuliow6618
@player-tianyuliow6618 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada I think the main cause of our low fertility rate is the long working hours.
@heysingapore9863
@heysingapore9863 4 жыл бұрын
Love your video! Amazing editing and video shooting skills! I also do KZbin, Hey Singapore! but so difficult to film good vlog like yours! Looking forward to the next one!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve been lucky of late - I always end-up exactly where the fun stuff happens! Thanks for your support, and keep filming yourself!
@johndomin905
@johndomin905 2 жыл бұрын
Very lovely 😍
@tinggss
@tinggss 3 жыл бұрын
Love the Steve Irwin segment!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Apologias for my sorry Aussie accent!
@Ermelious
@Ermelious 2 жыл бұрын
I'm very surprised you'd rather melt in sg then enjoy winter in Canada. It has been a dream to play in the snow without sweating.. unfortunately I've still yet to experience snow.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
It’s one of those things where the first snowfall is beautiful and magical - but by the time February comes around, it’s all brown a disgusting with car pollution, rough calcium salt and sand for road maintenance (so cars don’t skid on ice), with a thick layer of freezing-cold brown water under the snow that won’t freeze because of the calcium salt… At least in the city! Plus, it’s cold. Like, “it will kill you in two hours” cold! 🥶
@jasono.1629
@jasono.1629 2 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
@Orionraylee
@Orionraylee 4 жыл бұрын
welcome to west side of Singapore ..:). I'm a westie too...I guess we're neighbor
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Its nice out here. Don’t get all the CBD / Holland Village hype.
@hafizahwahab1945
@hafizahwahab1945 3 жыл бұрын
Really can't wait for you to explore Botanic Gardens, Admiralty Park (best for the kids coz there's so many slides) and Pasir Ris Park/Beach. There's 2 or 3 sections of Pasir Park, there's the mangrove swamp, Sungai Api Api and the beach. If you are lucky, you can spot some otters there too. Oh and maybe do island hopping at St John, Kusu and Lazarus on private yacht 😁😁
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t have a private yacht... yet! 😁
@hafizahwahab1945
@hafizahwahab1945 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada oh you don't need to. There's a 4 hour service for this kind of tour. Was planning for my family of 9 but the restrictions only allows 8 pax to gather. Just have to wait until they lifted up the restrictions
@IZTheOne
@IZTheOne 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you guys are settling in nicely. Enjoyed watching your videos, those drone shots are great. Keep up the good work.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I will!
@morganross6399
@morganross6399 3 жыл бұрын
Nice fun video!. And thank you for treating the gecko with loving care!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
I love geckos! All we got in Canada for pest control are wolf spiders, which aren’t as cool as their name suggests
@nileshbelhe
@nileshbelhe 3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely hate house lizards , but still found this one cute !
@boonkiatong6790
@boonkiatong6790 3 жыл бұрын
Very professionally produced and interesting.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! As long as it is interesting to people, I’m happy!
@arunaibbaunlimited9351
@arunaibbaunlimited9351 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing video 😍😍😍
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@MrKevinliow88
@MrKevinliow88 3 жыл бұрын
I totally support 35hrs work week
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
It’s the secret to everlasting youth and happiness! 😎
@michaelcho7636
@michaelcho7636 4 жыл бұрын
Simon was advocating a 35 hour week and a "work smarter" ethic for Singaporeans. I don't doubt that given the right circumstances anyone including Singaporeans would love to work less and have more quality time. Being a native Canadian, I assume he is referring to his work experiences there as a comparison . From 2019 IMF statistics , Singapore has a nominal per capita GDP of USD $64k and Canada $46k. You can say that Canada, although not spectacular, has a reasonably high income without the having to work hard. What must be a most salient point is that Sinagapore rose from an impoverished nation to one of the wealthiest in one generation WITHOUT ANY NATURAL RESOURCE. Canada, on the other hand is rich in minerals, rare earth elements and coal that contributed to almost USD 100 Billion in export revenue annually. It'll be an interesting discussion to see what the work ethic would be in Canada if they were depleted of all natural resources and wish to maintain their financial status.The bottom line for me is that hard work pays off. Well done Singapore. All the kudos to you and it's only resource- hard working people and progressive thinking government !
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Let this be a lesson for me! I should’ve been more narrow in my complaint because it was targeted very specifically towards my industry, and my own field of expertise - not to the broader Singapore workforce as a whole. Interestingly, working smarter than other nearby countries is what, in my opinion, set Singapore apart from them and made it such a success story! Efficiency in everything, at every level, with great optimizations of time, methods and energy! I just wish my particular industry would catch-up and cash-in on those principles, the way it does in Canada. One love, I meant no offense whatsoever.
@michaelcho7636
@michaelcho7636 4 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada No offence taken or directed at you. I perceive that you are a fair minded person and gave your opinion without malice. Singaporeans are not the best at everything and I have no doubt that you can improve their efficiency in your field of expertise. They could enjoy more leisure time as a result. I was hoping that my comment would assist you to gain a better understanding of their psyche as they have been trained from young to work hard to overcome their lack of natural resources and that the world does not owe them a living. Incidentally, I posted this comment on your "First Impressions" video by mistake. Case of old age without the wisdom! Hope you can enjoy the rest of your working life in Singapore.
@mdk2338
@mdk2338 3 жыл бұрын
Great video with honest info..👍
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed!
@tohandy2208
@tohandy2208 3 жыл бұрын
Somehow 1 of your video (the croco one) pops up on KZbin homepage, somehow clicked & watched & clicked & watched a few more. Liked your presentation. Keep it up! Seems you worked somewhere up NORTH. Might see you if I ever ever go back to my office. lol. Stay Safe Stay Healthy Your family & You.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for that first click, and all the ones that came after! Yes, I am a wildling from Beyond The Wall, and I LOVE the equator!
@mridhahossain2162
@mridhahossain2162 Жыл бұрын
Amazing presentation
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada Жыл бұрын
Muchos gracias!
@ioan_jivan
@ioan_jivan 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@PaulineMitchell
@PaulineMitchell Жыл бұрын
Great video!!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada Жыл бұрын
Thanksssss!
@billyseah1584
@billyseah1584 3 жыл бұрын
as a singaporean... yes! 6:32!!!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Amen! Too few of you, it seems! 😛
@kurtgetz2000
@kurtgetz2000 3 жыл бұрын
Josh Duhamel is in the house! :)
@CrossbredmiMiyang
@CrossbredmiMiyang 3 жыл бұрын
I’m Singapore we got 2 seasons here , hot and hotter . Instead of getting use to it , you must endure with it . Good luck anyway great video keep you the great work buddy .
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Actually, it always felt hot, and then hotter and drenched 😄
@jaytee6228
@jaytee6228 3 жыл бұрын
Are there jobs in Singapore? Can one get job easily in Singapore?
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Yes there are - but for foreigners, the employer must show that a Gaijin is needed for that specific job before you enter the country. You can’t just show-up and hope to find a job.
@CrossbredmiMiyang
@CrossbredmiMiyang 3 жыл бұрын
@@jaytee6228 we need work force in almost every sector . Especially anything dealing with technology , financial equity management etc ..
@CrossbredmiMiyang
@CrossbredmiMiyang 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada fact
@jlhomelee1887
@jlhomelee1887 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video! Work smarter not hard!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
There’s no cap or ceiling on getting more efficient, whereas the ceiling on working harder decreases with age , at least in my case :)
@chungregina3387
@chungregina3387 2 жыл бұрын
Love your video 😍
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
❤️ you should definitely check out my other ones, then!
@Ahping2012
@Ahping2012 2 жыл бұрын
Really good editing how do you do such a good B roll ? May I know what editing software you use ?
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
Depends on the B-Roll - but most of it is iPhone footage done with love 😎
@OleksiiSidorov
@OleksiiSidorov 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing quality and humor, man
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
😁 A bit of effort goes a long way!
@aroundwithjackiewise9458
@aroundwithjackiewise9458 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information sir , am a Ugandan citizen wishing and planning to come to Singapore next year to look for a job , I have experience in house keeping, nanny and care taker jobs and waitress job praying if I can get a direct employer 🙏thx
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Pleasure! Hopefully COVID will have ran its course by then
@williamdigiacomo8900
@williamdigiacomo8900 3 жыл бұрын
i love it when he flexes his muscles and dos a sexy dance!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
My 6 year old was filming this and laughing hard, so I kept going 😄
@JamesLee-po5lv
@JamesLee-po5lv 4 жыл бұрын
Enjoy very much....keep it up.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I’m planning to!
@himanshugarg2157
@himanshugarg2157 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful vedio
@maheshdubbaka2694
@maheshdubbaka2694 3 жыл бұрын
I loves Singapore
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
No way - me too!!! 😁
@DESTINIETRIP
@DESTINIETRIP 2 жыл бұрын
Nice view
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
Which view? 😁
@peterkhew7414
@peterkhew7414 4 жыл бұрын
Careful with the drone. Some areas are restricted due to national security. Check with the relevant government agencies.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Don’t you worry, I am a law abiding citizen, registered and obeying all the rules... In fact, this is why I have so few drone shots in my videos!
@peterkhew7414
@peterkhew7414 4 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada Good to know. Enjoy your stay in Singapore. When Covid ends, you will want to go on holidays throughout Asia. It's just so convenient to fly to and fro Changi Airport. 😁
@silenceextreme5995
@silenceextreme5995 4 жыл бұрын
Enjoying ur video mate!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
That’s what they are there for! Thanks man
@davidnhc
@davidnhc 3 жыл бұрын
You’re dun right 35hrs is what we need….the rest play time
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
I’d prefer 32, but that would be pushing it 😛
@jasonleong6791
@jasonleong6791 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Simon, nice video. Have you guys tried "Haidilao" hotpot? That's something that you got to bring the family to!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Haven’t! The wife and I can handle the heat, but not the kids... Any non-spicy options for the little ones, or must they suffer through the delicious pain like the rest of us?
@jasonleong6791
@jasonleong6791 4 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada Hey, get the half-and-half pot. On one side, you have the sichuan spicy soup (MALA麻辣), on the other side you can opt for a Tomato-based soup which I'm sure your kids will like(I hope!). At the restaurant, if they see your kids, they'll arrange special toys and fruits for them too!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
I’ll check if out!
@canoan8748
@canoan8748 4 жыл бұрын
Good for you.
@mawvlogs765
@mawvlogs765 3 жыл бұрын
U the best Simonnn what work do u do
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a mystery!
@nickng7254
@nickng7254 4 жыл бұрын
i'll be eagerly waiting for the crocodile dundee episode
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
That’s not a knife - THIS is a knife... Can you even carry a knife in Singapore? So many laws...
@nickng7254
@nickng7254 4 жыл бұрын
Simon Says Trust me. If u have been in Singapore long enough.... too many laws makes one forget the laws..don’t be too uptight. Though laws are made , policing is minimal and authorities are very forgiving especially for the petty ones. U’ll get by in time. This time next year, I bet u would have broken at least 100 laws just like me every year. And I thought crocodile dundee uses his bare hands
@hikingout2988
@hikingout2988 4 жыл бұрын
Simon Says yes you can, for most knives provided you have a reason for doing so. Doing chores, hiking etc. Dedicated fighting weapons like Gravity, flick knives knuckerdusters etc are prohibited.
@ThePromanowski
@ThePromanowski 3 жыл бұрын
Great content, how hard it was to you to instal yourself at Singapore? I'm planning to go there, but there's a lack of information about the frist days and things you need.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Fairly easy, but I’m pretty adaptable. I’m planning on doing an in-depth video on exactly that subject soin, hopefully it’ll help. Pro tip: no cotton shirts if you are coming from colder climates!
@Ben_L_world
@Ben_L_world 3 жыл бұрын
Simon, I am so so so amazed by your editing, what software do you use to edit your video? It’s just so great!!! You are a great artist!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
You are too kind ❤️ I use Final Cut Pro, and that’s pretty much it!
@कखग-य1ष
@कखग-य1ष 3 жыл бұрын
So big big house .
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
It’s very cramped, by Canadian standards 😅
@SWDKHOfficial
@SWDKHOfficial 3 жыл бұрын
I like your video.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Try another - I may grow on you 😊
@TinaSomaS
@TinaSomaS 4 жыл бұрын
Yeap, long work hours is the main complaint I often hear from expats. Competitiveness & drive are common values especially among the Chinese. Not so much in other races. The Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is a workaholic and expects his team to be no less. This government is one that strives for nothing less than perfection. They give out lots of government handouts, but only to people who work, not for jobless freeloaders. Which is why you never see homeless, jobless beggars on the Singapore streets. Yes, working hours may be long, but compared to many other countries, we have lots of public holidays , thanks to the various festivals of our multi racial society ! 👍
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
There is certainly value in hard work. Narrowing things down to my particular field and industry, which is not at all manual labour (I sit at a computer all day), working smarter and squeeze the most brain power out of each hour is what makes a difference. Less hours total, but each yielding much more quality results. That’s how we’ve been doing it in Canada anyways!
@deonchan6433
@deonchan6433 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! And yeah we work too much :(
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Hard work is good, but depending on the nature of that work, it sometimes can have diminishing returns.
@macroecomafia
@macroecomafia 3 жыл бұрын
How have things changed now with covid? Everything open? Masks? I am looking to get a transfer. Thank you for your vid
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
South-East Asia in general is in a rough patch at the moment. SG is doing pretty good overall (not sure about the details - I’m back in Canada now). Need more vaccines before things improve in the region.
@macroecomafia
@macroecomafia 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada thought as much. Am wondering if i should jump on the opportunity to get a job transfer to Singapore.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Singapore is still awesome - but the pandemic rages on, so I suggest you do extensive research before making that move
@looperdup
@looperdup 3 жыл бұрын
Im from Singapore and live in northeast america. you sure the weather is great bruh? it is hot af!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Where in the north east?
@looperdup
@looperdup 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada Seattle! We actually just visited Vancouver, BC last week ;)
@looperdup
@looperdup 3 жыл бұрын
Northwest! sorry!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
The west coast isn’t that cold, generally. Lots of rain, though - but never as much as SG!
@weshz2429
@weshz2429 4 жыл бұрын
Singapore food is best.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
It is really really really good!
@DeliaCacananta
@DeliaCacananta 4 жыл бұрын
Full watched! Good content.keep sharing...
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, appreciate it!
@chrislakatos7239
@chrislakatos7239 4 жыл бұрын
very pro video...are you a professional video producer?
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Nope! Just an amateur having a bit of fun
@eduardoking8402
@eduardoking8402 4 жыл бұрын
Quebecois? Maybe not...didn't sound like it.lol. Kinda figured you might be Canadian from your Pulau Ubin vlog.....your mention of lazing in a hammock by the quiet beach, sounded kinda Canadian eh? And the P Ubin vid ( chanced upon it and you!) looked suspiciously cool as Canadian!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
100% Quebecois from Quebec City, capital pf the province of Quebec! Seems generally easier to go as “Canadian” while oversees though.
@eduardoking8402
@eduardoking8402 4 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada Ah..Quebec City. Had been looking forward to my first trip there and Montreal (would be 2nd time) for vacation end Jun/ beginning July...standing on Terrasse Dufferin, looking out into old Quebec and St Lawrence river, taking the ferry across, zipping across Montmorency Falls, etc...only to have COVID19 scupper my plans. Oh well, hopefully next year.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
If you want to see Quebec’s true face, go visit in January-February... Winterfell has nothing on Quebec City!
@eduardoking8402
@eduardoking8402 4 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada not sure that would even be possible now...COVID19 case numbers are on a steep rise across Canada ( except the Atlantic provinces). We may end up with another lockdown. Wish I were in Singapore like you....where it is safer!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Well... Free, with lots of restrictions!
@NaNa-je1vd
@NaNa-je1vd 4 жыл бұрын
welcome to Vietnam, bro!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
It’s great to be in Marina Bay, Vietnam! (In all seriousness, I do wish I could travel to Vietnam though!)
@Farmerslife-1984
@Farmerslife-1984 4 жыл бұрын
Sana balang araw Maka Punta ako dito
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Could not have said id better myself
@marcbiffi6430
@marcbiffi6430 3 жыл бұрын
Compulsory unpaid overtime is a big deal in Asia 😕
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Especially when the expat bosses opt to take advantage of it. Double-bad.
@KD-sz7fq
@KD-sz7fq 2 жыл бұрын
What are the rules about using a drone in Singapore?
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
Very restrictive - need to register your drone, must stay in drone-approved zones (which are fe, small and far between), must be a few kilometres from any airports (there are at least two), and you must hop on one foot during flight time :p
@cwt6929
@cwt6929 3 жыл бұрын
Firmly believe in work to live only, not vice versa.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@muhammadfariz8695
@muhammadfariz8695 3 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you explore Twin sister/Lazarus island. One of Singapore beautiful island! Only the minority knows. Singapore hidden gem 🤭🤭🤭
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Taking notes!
@jannat-al-mawa
@jannat-al-mawa 2 жыл бұрын
what is your career in singapore?
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 2 жыл бұрын
I’d rather not say, lest I get pinged about it endlessly by the mobs! 😎
@RamonLVillalona
@RamonLVillalona 3 жыл бұрын
Any tips or recommendations for personal banking for expats?
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
No really. Went with DBS for convenience, but it was just for regular day-to-day stuff.
@RamonLVillalona
@RamonLVillalona 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada Awesome, thanks! Appreciate the quick reply.
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
👍
@AvengeBasketball
@AvengeBasketball 3 жыл бұрын
Im Sporean and i cant even take the Chiken feet lol 😂
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
My grandma used to make chicken heart soup back when I was a young lad. I guess I got the tolerance for “choice cuts” 😁
@Saigonshow
@Saigonshow 3 жыл бұрын
great
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@LovedDoxology68
@LovedDoxology68 3 жыл бұрын
I schooled at U of T in Canada and I just loved Montreal!!!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Nobody is perfect! 😛
@nickycchua
@nickycchua 4 жыл бұрын
That's a lizard, although Gecko comes from the lizard family, Gecko are minimum 3 times larger and they give you a nasty bite
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Hemidactylus frenatus - native South-East Asian gecko sub-species. These don’t get very big.
@oskartu12
@oskartu12 3 жыл бұрын
Honestly u should try go get background volume down a bit since its a lil hard to hear you. Its 11 months old video so u might fix that already, just letting u know
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
🤷‍♂️
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
You be the judge! Try this one, see if I got any better! 😎 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHOso3qZpq6bg9E
@tttan1843
@tttan1843 4 жыл бұрын
Ya its the kia su (afraid of losing out) syndrome. Actually to be fair, its the company culture and Peer pressure. You can start tje ball rolling to go back on the dot... If you're the Top guys. Hmmn but u still get watsapp, emails, calls from the mobile. Throw away that mobile man..... Just Joking
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Interesting. Leaving at 5 today, 4:30 next week. We’ll see if we can start a movement...
@gwel31
@gwel31 3 жыл бұрын
🙏
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
👼
@tomruizvivas2236
@tomruizvivas2236 3 жыл бұрын
cool
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
😎
@Gursharan_2370
@Gursharan_2370 4 жыл бұрын
Cinematics, drone shots are great .. Is the sg govt allowing the e pass holders to come bk to sg from India now ?? Any idea ?
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
I imagine they would, prvided you get the permit, register your drone, fly in designated areas - which are fairly limited and severely enforced, from what I can tell
@TheGamersAccess
@TheGamersAccess 3 жыл бұрын
Great Mass Effect comment!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
😁 🪐
@axlcrush
@axlcrush 3 жыл бұрын
If you could share 6:35min onwards with our government, I would support you!
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
I am not confident enough in my litigation skills to want to take on the government!
@MccZerk
@MccZerk 3 жыл бұрын
What was your job to work that long?
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
An office job in front of a computer! - I’d rather not say exactly what, so that my day job does not intrudes on my hobby channel!
@GhulamMuhammad-vx2jx
@GhulamMuhammad-vx2jx 3 жыл бұрын
Well. I want a job in Singapore but I have no idea how to get a job, plz guide me plz,
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Well, it’s like any job: find an opening that matches your particular skillset, apply for it, and hope for the best! 😎
@待明歌
@待明歌 3 жыл бұрын
Expat is always looked up upon by Singaporean
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
They shouldn’t - I find that lots of expats are terrible people, to be honest...
@待明歌
@待明歌 3 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada oh really? I know few expats who are so busy dating different guys and girls😂
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly!!
@Joe-gf6vn
@Joe-gf6vn 3 жыл бұрын
I heard there's some kind of "hierarchy" among expats based on financial status. It's like an open secret and expats know it but don't talk about it for fear of something something? Is that true? 🤔
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 3 жыл бұрын
I know SOME expats look down on Singaporeans (mostly French, in my experience🇫🇷 but these guys look down upon everybody, let’s face it 😄) but not all. In fact, a lot of expats would like nothing more than to make local friends and mingle a bit more, but don’t know how to go about it.
@bensgoodeats1493
@bensgoodeats1493 4 жыл бұрын
If you want to know more nice eating places, let me know
@SimonSaysCanada
@SimonSaysCanada 4 жыл бұрын
Definately. I am looking for the best Laksa and best Chili Crab, preferably outside of tourist spots
@bensgoodeats1493
@bensgoodeats1493 4 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada Walk about 15 minutes from Rochor MRT to Sungei Road Laksa. My favourite chilli crab is at Jumbo but a bit expensive. Get back to you later on other places later.
@bensgoodeats1493
@bensgoodeats1493 4 жыл бұрын
@@SimonSaysCanada try ming kitchen. There are a few branches all over Singapore. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIDZeoBtgdOUmrM
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