S3E14 Toronto-Alaska Roadtrip | Life Stories | A Massive Business Failure | Dream Job in The UN

Join me in this episode as we drive from Maple Creek, SK to Drumheller, AB. Its a long, straight drive along the rolling plains of Saskatchewan & Alberta and there is not much to see. As is the tradition at my channel, along long boring drives, I tell you my life's stories. This one is about how I got a job at the United Nations, a major turning point in my life, that set me well on the road to recovery and rapid progress after the debilitating setback of my business failure.
Follow me on Instagram @kakakhelwaseem for latest travel updates
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I am a Pakistani born Canadian, travelling in my self built travel trailer. I toured the US in 2022, Atlantic Canada in 2023, and am currently doing a Pan-Canadian trip right up The Yukon, to Alaska. Future plans include shipping my RV to Europe and travelling all the way to China, Pakistan, and India. Follow along and subscribe to my channel if you enjoy that kind of content, and bring your friends along too.
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The main equipment I use:
“Jules”, my tow vehicle, a 2010 Mercedes Benz ML320 Bluetec
“Vincent”, my self built travel trailer based off an Erwin Hymer Touring GT540
Go Pro Hero 8 Black
DJI OSMO Action
Insta360 Go 2
Insta 360 X3
iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 11
DJI Microphone
DJI OSMO Mobile 1
DJI Mavic Mini 3 Pro
Apple MacBook Pro M3 2023
Final Cut Pro X
Music: Epidemic Sound

[@paracoinblockchainservices6704]

The storyteller’s voice, whether written or spoken, should be authentic and consistent. It reflects the personality and tone of the narrative, making it unique and engaging.

[@ossam1287]

السلام علیکم وسیم صاحب اپ کی کہانی کی طرح زندگی سے خوش ہر شخص کی کہانی میں ایک بات واضح ہے کہ انسان کی قسمت ساتھ دیتی ہے لیکن اپ کی کہانی سن کر محسوس ہوا کہ قسمت بھی صرف اس وقت کام کرتی ہے جب بندہ محنت کرتا ہے اپ نے محنت کی اگے بڑھنے کی جستجو تھی تو قسمت نے بھی ساتھ دیا اپ کی کہانی سنانے کا انداز بہت خوب ہے سن کر مزہ اتا ہے اور مجھے امید ہے کہ بہت سے نوجوان اپ کی باتوں سے سبق لے گے خوش رہیے

[@user-dm9lu1le1o]

As they say “ Fortune favors the brave “. Very interesting story about your entry in UN. I think you are a natural optimist and daredevil and that’s what I can tell from listening to your stories of life. Keep inspiring us. 👍👍👍🙏🙏

[@kashifmehmood-ca]

hi from Vancouver, the lesson I learnt from your story is 'never look back, always strive for the best and trust in yourself'

[@WaseemSyed]

👍🏼

[@mahammadwaseem2128]

everyone has a fascinating story but the thing is that your are a good narrator, seriously sir

[@aikz5]

I think your stories should help youth to understand the power of will, effort, and faith to achieve whatever they want in their lives. Your vlogs are connecting your viewers with you. Respect 🫡

[@asifaltaf6340]

Yes, we gain insights from the stories you share about your life. Many have always been curious to learn more about your journey. Just as people are often interested in the lives of celebrities or politicians, we find your stories fascinating and would love to hear more about them.

[@azamakbar6776]

Good to hear about stories🎉

[@Aashjee]

Loved your story & salute to that Pakistani lady who gave you the job, in this world of utter selfishness & jealousy we find great people who genuinely help others

[@adway1]

اسلام وعلیکم ۔ وسیم بھائی آپکے ولاگز ابھی دیکھنا شروع کیئے تو مجھے بہت دکھ ہوا۔ دکھ اس بات کا ہوا کہ انتا عرصہ آپ سے محروم کیسے رہ گیا۔ آپ کے ولاگز بہت زبردست، معلوماتی اور سیرو سیاحتی ہوتے ہیں۔ بہت شکریہ۔ آپ کی آج کی کہانی بھی بہت دلچسپ لگی۔ ماشاءاللہ بہت ہی عمدہ قسمت پائی آپ نے۔ اللہ ہمیشہ آپ پر اپنا کرم قائم رکھے۔ آمین

[@shamimkhalid8499]

Master story teller... Good for tevell show.

[@AdilKhan-ik4xp]

Great Video. It is such a nice fairy tale story. Captivating and Motivating, giving hopes to adapt ourselves for taking difficult choices in life.

[@NumanRazzaq-mw4tf]

Best channel ever.👍

[@iMAamirKhan1]

Life is not easy, you must have to struggle every step and fight back every difficulty. you got good friends circle they helped you now time and era have changed, now people are not the same as they were in your time now a days no one helping only showing off time changed people changed...love to hear your story and struggle !

[@mubashirjand]

I really enjoy your story telling style... honest , simple, extempore

[@junaidraza6774]

I think the lesson i will be taking is, 'Give your best on your current role, so you can move to next best choice', The flow and shift in stories is fascinating, also when you listening a story which covers a person life, which mostly idealize these days, obviously its a good experience.

[@infoalfauz9714]

sir your stories has life,

[@shinwariification]

I got that social capital is most important in securing a job. Networking and hard work leads to success

[@muhammadhadimehdi]

Lovely story sir. Stay blessed

[@irtazaali4407]

Lessons: - Take the risk - Don't be overly attached to any place and don't be too complacent in life

[@WaseemSyed]

Good lessons 👍🏼

[@navidhussain5269]

Dear waseem aap kee stories inti khobsorat hain. Main Netflex se seeda idar aa jata hon.kya khobsorat yaden hain aap kee.love u sir

[@takeoffwithzafar]

Like always very interesting. You are great story teller😍 nothing much in the vlog except moving house and Irish music 😍 but lovely.

[@hmvlogs787]

Wow that’s incredible you are alone but taking thousands with you ❤

[@WaseemSyed]

Thats exactly how I feel, so I never feel alone 😊

[@irshadalikhan9509]

I did not look back.... has changed my mind, i stopped over thinking on the mistake, which I did in the past.geo waseem bhai.

[@maisumalichangazi9910]

Zabardast story is se ye lesson lia ke zindagi mai kabhi haar nahi manni chahie

[@usamarasheed665]

Your stories offer valuable lessons on career progression and personal growth, feeling like a journey without boundaries-much like a free falcon soaring high. As someone who’s 21 and still early in my journey, I find your stories both inspirational and guiding. They motivate me to step out of my comfort zone, take risks, and strive for excellence. Please continue sharing your experiences-they’re not only entertaining but also incredibly enlightening for me.

[@AsifKhan-my9bv]

What I learned from your journey is the importance of not dwelling on the past and focusing on moving forward, no matter how tough the circumstances are. Your ability to look ahead and leave the past behind is truly inspiring. You've shown that with determination and commitment, even in difficult situations, success is achievable. Your story motivates me to let go of past setbacks and concentrate on my future goals.

[@WaseemSyed]

Great lesson 👍🏼

[@thebeautifulday100]

I really liked both your story and video. Generally, people of your age don't enjoy traveling as much as ours, but it's great to see that you still have a youthful spirit. Also, it's impressive that you're interested in technology and gadgets, which is rare for people your age. Not only do you make videos, but you also edit them and create really good thumbnails, paying attention to the font style. By the way, I wanted to ask if you select the background music by chance, or do you have a specific taste for it?

[@salmanlatifkhalil276]

Waseem Lala, your life stories and vlogs are truly inspiring! Your journey and the way you share your experiences motivate me to embrace challenges and explore new paths. Keep up the amazing work-your positive energy is making a difference in so many lives, including mine. Khaad o abaad osey. Allah pa amaan

[@WaseemSyed]

I’m truly humbled 🙏🏼

[@salmanlatifkhalil276]

@@WaseemSyed Allah mo Virginia/ DC taraf ta rawala

[@AdventureswithAdeel]

Great story!

[@citizen7610]

Not sure about others sir, but I'm sure there must be many other functional men like me in their 20's who enjoy your stories and can relate to your career progression and struggle. Your narration of events helps me set my compass every now and then. Regarding your argument on luck, I believe that opportunity is given to everyone in life but not everyone can cash it out. You were however, always enough qualified , experienced and vigilant about the opportunities open. So , thats what it is,. Luck is surely there but at least I don't rely on it anymore.

[@WaseemSyed]

👍🏼

[@zubairmuhammad7755]

ہفتہ انتظار کے بعد آپ کی نئی ایپی سوڈ دیکھ اور سن لی ، بہت مزہ آیا ۔ زندگی میں قسمت کے عمل دخل کے فلسفہ کو سمجھنے میں مدد ملی ۔

[@muhammadbaseer1015]

The stories are great because: 1. You're an impeccable story teller 2. The stories on their own are interesting

[@rukhsanakhan918]

Awesome 👏🏻😄

[@muhammadidreesazam5442]

By listening your life story , we learned that failure is not the end, but rather a stepping stone to success. Many successful people have faced failures that taught them valuable lessons and ultimately led to greater achievements.

[@WaseemSyed]

Exactly 👍🏼

[@asifaltaf6340]

Lala I’m on it! I know the story will be packed with fun.

[@Hammad_Ali_Hassan]

So much to learn. Thank you for sharing your life changing experience over the internet. Much appreciated!

[@shahzadgillani1828]

Hats off to you sir.... Literally state of the art institutions really produce wonderful souls like you...

[@Abdullahacv]

Love from Multan ❤❤❤

[@Shahneelejaz]

For me. Firstly your stories are interesting. Secondly, your laughter and happiness is contagious and I would love to do a trip like yours one day and thirdly I try to draw parallels from your stories in my life to see if I can learn something about the meaning of life

[@WaseemSyed]

👍🏼

[@Zenlife1969]

I found your contents on KZbin recently, very new to it, liked it a lot, so I have just started all videos starting from Season 1, episode 1, route 66. Very interesting. I wish I knew about these videos earlier.

[@WaseemSyed]

Welcome to the channel 😊 Hope you enjoy. Do share your thoughts 👍🏼

[@NajeebAdilK]

You know fortune favors the brave. It was not pure luck, you had worked for this. Many people get similar opportunities but they miss them due to many ifs and buts and later they regret it.

[@habibhassan9645]

Thousands of young people moving out of Pakistan and you are king of inspiration. They aspire you and get hope from your story otherwise settling out of your country is also a long journey.

[@akhlaqahmadsipra]

1. You are handsome since your youth. 2. Your stories are inspiring. 3. You are a very good storyteller. 4. Your communication is very Good. Choice of words is awesome. 5. Being Pakistani, maza ata hai logon ki life story sun k. 😂😂😂😂

[@drnaveedasghar]

In life u have to move on , All is predestined but u take up what is upcoming and reinvent yourself ASAP

[@CanadianSyed]

AoA! Just watching your episode, and this gave me goosebumps... The reason I am saying this is because I am much younger than you, but there are so many similarities in our life stories. Loosing my life's hard work and all my saving = check, Loosing my dad /parents (at a much earlier stage = check, Getting a start of my new life in Acted Islamabad = Check, Missing on calls and contact by UN = check, Kiving in working in Geneva (Neautchatel) = check, Starting a new life and then moving to Canada later in life = check and a lot more :) and finally setteled in Canada in a totally different field than UN & Humanitarian sector = check. Lesson Learned!! 100% all depends on Luck and whatever twists and turns we make , We get what we are destined for. Stay safe and blessed and Insha'Allah would love to meet you and host you sometime. Syed from Kitchener Ontario.

[@WaseemSyed]

Wow. We seem to be doppelgängers 😀

[@CanadianSyed]

@@WaseemSyedLol Exactly. I even shared showed this episode ro my wife and she was even surprise. There are just too many similarities to ignore. If ever possible, it will be a great fun to meet you and share and match those stories :)

[@WaseemSyed]

@CanadianSyed it sure will be fun. Lets see if we can meet when I am back

[@CanadianSyed]

@WaseemSyed Definitely ji. Will stay in touch. Until then, I wish you a safe and nice journey

[@afaqahmedawan4280]

By learning from every experience and regularly reflecting on yourself, you'll surely reap the rewards. This is what I took away from your story.❤

[@WaseemSyed]

Great lesson 👍🏼😊

[@afaqahmedawan4280]

@@WaseemSyed ❤️

[@saifabbasi5965]

I think these stories are motivating cuz it gives kind of new perceptions and different paths to follow as you know pk is going downhill badly and no wonder many wanna move abroad for good future

[@afraz-khan]

I watch yr videos for the travel and nature vibes. Tbh, I’m not really into yr stories but I don't mind if most of yr followers enjoy that.

[@WaseemSyed]

Its the most requested thing of me 😀 I am surprised too

[@baachaakhan591]

And everyone not lucky, but you also capable to do this job of UN, so. Best of luck for your life, ✅🌎

[@muhammadidreesazam5442]

Waseem sahib , you are a very adaptable person. You can handle change more effectively. Life rarely goes according to plan, and the ability to adapt to new circumstances is key for happy life. Allah bless you.

[@physicsforMDCAT]

Beautiful view of sky and floating mountains of gases...

[@hidayatkhan3308]

Bahoot khobsort story hey apki life ki

[@tariqpakistan]

You are a natural story teller so whatever is your story i enjoy it. There are quite a few lessons if we look into your story with that purpose, one, if you manage to go out to some developed country and willing to work hard, the chances of success becomes manifold as compared to to being in Pakistan, second, if husband and wife are both earning a decent living, your life style can become many times better,and also willing to leave comfort zone is the key.

[@Ahmedkhan1.6]

Lesson from the story is that some times you have to take hard decisions even if your family isn't in favor of it. To have a nice future. And other then that we get to know how to step in into these kind of jobs or professions.

[@DiverseDimensionsYT]

can't wait to see million subscribers on your channel boss big fan❤ you are doing great appreciate your work 🎉

[@adnanaslam4907]

Listen learned, reference required for good job 😊

[@AbrarAhmad-mz8vl]

Interesting journey. Its always a motivation to listen ones struggled in past.

[@leisureclub_]

I only listen to stories to get inspired .. well there are also lessons too.

[@Lexwise.]

Great

[@aamerbhatti6160]

The lesson I learnt from your stories is that you are good at telling them😂😂. Jokes apart, what I learnt is that Almighty takes you to the place which is destined for you. He paves the path for you and I firmly believe it. Stay blessed

[@WaseemSyed]

😀

[@kamrankhoso8001]

I really like your stories and always look forward to hearing more. The way you tell them is amazing to me-I think you would have been a great storyteller if you were living a few hundred years ago. Your successful career is truly inspiring. I have to admit, I’m a bit jealous because we're struggling here in Pakistan and can't find a way to move abroad for a peaceful life. I'm also someone who loves solitude and dreams of living away from cities, but I don't have the means to do that, and the situation here wouldn’t allow it anyway. I pray for your safe journey to Yukon, and I’d be thrilled if you could show us a gold mine running in Yukon by the famous miner Tony Beets.

[@shahbazkhan-vh8wd]

Lovely place just love the colours of landscape and your story telling too

[@TabeshKhan]

Yup... So where were we...? 😊 Microsoft Windows XP operating system ka default wallpaper, for the younger ones. Fascinating indeed, I feel it's never just luck, competence, preparedness and willingness and moreover a system that appreciates that. At the very least we learn, Now that we know a little bit about France and French role in colonization and till now in Africa and Lebanon and Palestine. Would love to hear your take on that and does that affect your opinion of the people you know there? Lovely photos from thst era. Khushala osay.

[@amerbhaiMBBS]

You have art of telling stories. You make them so interesting and captivating. Unfortunately, not everyone can do that. I love listening to your life stories. I am sure you have some ancestors who were super story tellers in kisa khowani bazzar 😂. My wife every once in while sitting with me during your story telling episodes loves them also. Keep them coming.

[@iqbaljavaid3312]

You life story is amazing. Please keep it up. I think your story give us hope of some bright future.

[@fazalhaliq4643]

bacha saib zaber 10 zama sta story dehri khwahe de fazli khaliq from chasdda

[@dr-afaqkhan1055]

I thought its Dev Anand picture.. I was waiting for the new episode, feeling down nowadays, your vlogs are cheering up my mood

[@shahzadgillani1828]

No emblem of doubt sir Predestination plays a pivotal role in our lives...

[@razakayani262]

bless you 👍

[@amazinglife5889]

Yes it matters a lot, we get inspired

[@ArslanAhmad_official]

The lesson is , always accept the changes and opertunities in your life , it's hard to make decisions bcz of family , children but it's always beneficial for future of family also ...

[@saudnaeem]

Lesson from this story was: Harkat mein Barkat hai 😃. By the way your story telling skills are just superb. Keep sharing these amazing kahaniyan. Stay blessed and safe travel ahead. Greetings from 🇩🇪

[@shinwariification]

It was so motivational, one of the best episode. I am thinking about Fredrick, what was his reaction about resignation?

[@WaseemSyed]

He was kind of expecting it, so wasnt surprised 😀

[@ImranKhan-v5s4b]

😊 you are lucky no doubt Allah give everyone life changing opportunities.

[@youcantguessit]

Please add Pink Floyd's music as your background, it would be an awesome treat to see your journey with that music being played :)

[@WaseemSyed]

I cant put any commercial music in any video. It gets an immediate copyright strike and is demonetized 😀

[@youcantguessit]

@@WaseemSyed okay got it. Anyways really happy to listen to your story. ♥️

[@SyedMSawaid]

Da Ghato Wekhto na mu zaar sham. ❤

[@asifov]

Suggestion : please tell about milestones like where you have reached and how big the city is or something interesting about the particular area when you pass by. It will Be good to know about the area you are travelling through.

[@muhammadsaadateeq7570]

It’s gone, it’s gone looks forward ❤

[@ZaheerMansoor-zm3xk]

Interesting

[@baachaakhan591]

The lesson of your story is just ( pure luck)🙏🤗

[@atharwani]

لائف سٹوری سننے کے بعد شخصیت سے ایک قریبی تعلق محسوس ہوتا ہے، لائف سٹوری سنانا اس لئے اہم ہے، اب آپ کا وی لاگ دیکھنے میں لطف کا عنصر شامل ہو گیا ہے۔ آپ اپنے سکول اور کالج کے بارے میں بھی بتائیں،

[@wakmedia7867]

Yes luck matter

[@AASAAS563]

اسلام علیکم بھائی جان آپ کی کہانیاں سن کر بہت مزہ آتا ہے آپ بہت ہی زبردست آدمی ہیں آپ آواز بھی بہت اچھی ہے

[@mercenary1072]

The way you narrate a story leaves little doubt that your ancestors must have been renowned bards at the Kissa Khwani Bazar, Peshawar

[@sulemankhan1972]

Wasim la la mong hum sta pashan posafar yu, sta pa story’s bande time pass kawo 🤣🥱

[@syedabdulrazzaq5470]

Mashahallah

[@Justarandomchannel12345]

Be my guest in Australia. Id love you're company. Don't forget to bring your trailer with you.

[@azizurrahmankakakhel786]

The thing I learned is Never cry about the past, There is better written for you in future by Allah ❤️

[@Some1OnentheWorld]

No Its an Excitement for a Normal person sitting in Pakistan - Going Abroad and living Free Life is a Dream sitting in Pakistan !!!! Every Person has a Story and Every Person is Lucky !!!! Its only matter of Understanding !!!! and Praising Allah !!! He is the Best Planner !!!!

[@PirzadaBoss]

Waseen Bhai, you ask why we want to hear your stories. I have a question for you. "Why do we read someone's biography?" Many autobiographies have sold thousands of copies and have been bought and read by people. To me, the simple answer is that we want to learn from the experiences of these individuals, their failures & their successes. This does not mean we are prying into their personal lives. Your stories hold the power to inspire, not because we seek your secrets, but because we cherish your wisdom.

[@WaseemSyed]

Nicely put 👍🏼😊

[@PirzadaBoss]

You continue your wonderful work and journey brother. As well as share your credible life stories. 😊 Allah bless you

[@ejazali3441]

بہت خوب

[@muneebuddin4531]

Listening to your story what I have concluded that Its really important to take risks in life to go ahead, Like you took risk to go Paris without Kosovo's Visa & then flying to Kosovo. From starting a factory to moving to Canada you took risks. I know you may not believe in it but to my understanding till now, when you take risks and ends up in any hard situation so Allah eventually make better ways to be out of it that what you may say luck, Kismat or Naseeb.

[@hafizubaid5787]

Sir, when will you publish next video, looking forward to wait your next video with eagerly. 😊😊

[@WaseemSyed]

New video comes out every Saturday

[@hafizubaid5787]

@@WaseemSyed Thank you Sir for your response 👍🥰

[@ahmed223pin]

Bacho k kesy apni language aur culture sy kareeb rkha ap logon ny? Bachy br br relocation sy disturb to nhi howe? Ap k kahanio sy seekhny ko bht milta hai aur motivation milti hai pakistan sy dur rhty howe ❤

[@sajjadaligauhar168]

❤

[@FaizanAhmad-bh5om]

Am I the only one who totally forgot that he's driving? Everything was sketched in my mind like when you are reading a novel.

[@zeropro0]

never look back keep marching fwd thats my lesson

[@WaseemSyed]

👍🏼

[@WaseemSyed]

👍🏼

[@AamirKhan-xb9qj]

Vagabond life is all I need

[@drnaveedasghar]

Waseem bhai aap to baday pappu bachay tha on the flashback pic 📸 😂