#018 This University Dropout Built A $25 Million Business In Less Than Four Years | Melvin Soh

Can a university dropout build a multi million-dollar business? This is Melvin. He has spent the last 16 years travelling the world and changing the lives of countless people - from kids to teens to adults to top entrepreneurs. Along the way, Melvin built a 25 million dollar coaching business from scratch in just 4.5 years, coached the majority of Asia's top speakers, coaches and sales leaders and is the co-founder of the renowned X-Factor Method which is the behind-the-scenes mastermind behind many 8-figure brands around Asia.In this episode Melvin shares with me his unconventional entrepreneurial journey, how his rebel spirit and self-awareness led to his successful business, transcending cultural differences and education systems, and why entrepreneurial journey is not for everyone. Born and raised in Singapore, Melvin defied norms by dropping out of university, questioning the status quo and crafting his own path in life. 🌏 Follow YanaTV for authentic conversations with impactful and conscious people of Asia 👉 https://youtube.com/@yanatvsg?sub_confirmation=1IN THIS EPISODE(00:00) Melvin's journey into the entrepreneurial world(05:49) The turning point in Melvin's life(07:25) How to find your niche?(09:19) Can a business partner compensate for your weaknesses?(11:38) Are there any differences between Asian and Western businesses(15:07) How can Asians level themselves up?(16:46) The difference in coaching Asians and Westerners(22:05) An anecdote to self___________OUR HOST, YANA FRYHi People!! I'm Yana. I have been interviewing thought leaders and changemakers since 2015. This channel brings to you the most interesting, conscious and impactful people of Asia. I have heart-to-heart conversations with them and ask deep and direct questions about their life, career, relationships and way of living. Enjoy! I am also the founder and CEO of Awaken Human, where I help leaders worldwide to realise their highest potential and maximise their impact. I have been studying and teaching human potential, consciousness and wellness since I was 8 years old and my clients and students come from 30+ countries.In addition to anchoring Yana TV, I am hosting Timeless Teachings Podcast, ranked among top podcasts in Singapore in Spirituality.Let’s Connect!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yanafryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yanafryBookings and Collaborations: [email protected]~ YanaTV is a Singapore’s leading independent talk show that amplifies the voices of impactful and conscious people of Asia.To listen to Timeless Teachings Podcast, visit this link: https://linktr.ee/timelessteachings___________OUR GUEST, MELVIN SOHTo connect with Melvin, visit:https://www.linkedin.com/in/melvin-soh-669709194/https://www.instagram.com/thegreatmelvinsoh___________OUR SPONSORS and PARTNERS:⇒ Muse Production is our venue and videography partner. You can learn more about this highly professional Singapore based company with 20+ years of experience here: https://www.musepl.com⇒ Yana’s hair and make-up for this episode is done by MUA Chandni Sahu. You can connect with her here: https://www.instagram.com/makeupandhairbychandnisahu