I hate letting you guys down and i'm sorry.

Summary

In this vlog, Tom recounts his misadventures in Wales, where unreliable internet thwarted his plans to upload vlog footage, leading to a scramble for connectivity at a local Starbucks. Amidst the chaos, he shares family moments, a beach trip that was rained out, and his frustration with a secret project's delayed contract. Tom's day ends with a gym session that reinvigorates him, promising a return to his energetic best for upcoming vlogs.

Takeaways

• 😅 Tom experienced internet issues while trying to send his Vlog footage to the editor from Wales, resulting in a significant delay.
• 🏠 He was staying at Lydia's dad's house in Wales and had to deal with poor internet service, impacting his work.
• 🚗 In an attempt to resolve the internet issue, Tom tried going to Starbucks for better Wi-Fi and also considered using 5G from his mobile phone.
• 🌧️ The weather was a letdown as it was supposed to be sunny for a beach trip, but it turned out to be gray and rainy, affecting the day's plans.
• 📱 Tom's frustration with the secret project is evident, as there were continuous delays and last-minute changes in the contract terms, causing stress and additional costs.
• 💻 Despite the setbacks, Tom managed to upload the Vlog eventually, although it was late and shorter than usual.
• 🏋️‍♂️ Tom mentioned starting a new gym program which involves bulking up and following a strict diet plan as advised by his trainer, Charlotte.
• 👶 Alfie, Lydia's child, had a funny moment where he kicked Tom out of bed, leading to Tom sleeping on the floor.
• 🎥 Tom expressed his gratitude for reaching 2.6 million subscribers and acknowledged the support from his audience despite the challenges.
• 🔥 He ended the Vlog with a renewed sense of motivation and a commitment to getting back on track with his Vlogs and content creation.
• 🤔 Tom decided not to share further updates on the secret project until it is finalized, to avoid further disappointment and to focus on delivering quality content.

Q & A

What was the main issue Tom faced at the beginning of the video?

Tom faced an issue with the internet connection at Lydia's dad's house in Wales, which caused 400 out of 500 files for his Vlog to fail in sending to his editor.

Why did Tom decide to go to Starbucks?

Tom decided to go to Starbucks because he hoped their Wi-Fi would be decent enough to send his Vlog files, as the internet at Lydia's dad's house was not working properly.

What was the weather like when Tom was planning to go to the beach?

The weather was miserable, gray, and looked like it was going to rain, which is why the beach trip might not be happening.

How did Tom try to solve the slow internet issue while at Starbucks?

Tom tried to tether his laptop to his mobile phone's 5G connection to see if it would upload the Vlog files faster than the Wi-Fi at Starbucks.

What was the outcome of Tom's attempt to upload the Vlog at Starbucks?

The upload was still very slow, with an estimated time of 11 hours, which made Tom decide to abandon the Starbucks Wi-Fi and try another method.

What was the unexpected delay with Tom's secret project?

The delay was caused by the seller's legal team requesting a nonrefundable deposit of 10% of the project's value at the last minute, which was not part of the original agreement.

How did the weather affect Tom's plans for the day?

The bad weather not only affected the beach plans but also caused Tom to reconsider his outdoor activities for the day due to the poor conditions.

What was the final solution Tom found to upload his Vlog?

Tom managed to upload his Vlog at home after a long wait, with the upload time estimated to be reduced to 19 minutes from the initially expected 7 days.

How did the delay of the secret project affect Tom's mood?

The delay of the secret project put Tom in a not-me mood, making him feel grumpy and stressed, which was unusual for him as he is typically a positive person.

What was Tom's reaction to the unexpected request for a deposit on the secret project?

Tom was very upset and frustrated by the unexpected request, feeling that it was unfair and that it was just a way for the seller to drag out the process and increase their own earnings.

What did Tom decide to do regarding the secret project updates?

Tom decided not to share any further updates about the secret project until he had actually signed the contract and the deal was done, to avoid wasting his audience's time and to protect his own mental state.