POR QUE EU ERA INFELIZ NO BRASIL?

Summary

In this video, the speaker reflects on their career journey from working in the banking sector in Brazil to living in Australia for two years. They share personal challenges faced in their banking job, including ethical conflicts and low job satisfaction due to selling products they didn’t believe in. The video also contrasts the work-life balance, stress, and financial pressures in Brazil with the more relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle in Australia. The speaker expresses hesitation about returning to Brazil, preferring to explore other global opportunities while appreciating the freedom and quality of life in Australia.

Takeaways

• 🌏 The speaker moved from Brazil to Australia and has been living there for almost two years, providing a personal account of their experiences.
• 🏦 The speaker had a successful career in banking in Brazil, rising to a managerial position by the age of 24, but felt morally conflicted about selling products they didn't believe in.
• 💼 The banking industry's high-pressure sales targets and the unethical practices the speaker witnessed took a toll on their values and mental health.
• 💵 Despite a seemingly high salary as a bank manager, the speaker struggled with the cost of living and the expectation to maintain a high social status, which was not reflected in their take-home pay.
• 📈 The speaker highlights the discrepancy in salary between public and private banks, as well as the pressure to upsell products for personal and regional bonuses.
• 🚫 The speaker discusses the lack of work-life balance, being on call even on weekends and holidays, which was a significant factor in their decision to leave Brazil.
• 🌱 Upon moving to Australia, the speaker found a better work-life balance, with no expectation to be available after work hours and the ability to maintain personal time.
• 🏖 The speaker enjoys the freedom and opportunities in Australia, such as traveling and saving money, which were challenging in Brazil due to the high cost of living and lower income.
• 💪 The decision to leave Brazil was the best one for the speaker's mental health and overall well-being, leading to a significant improvement in their quality of life.
• 🌐 The speaker is open to exploring other countries and cultures, considering Italy next, showing a desire for continuous personal growth and new experiences.
• 📈 The speaker's channel, 'Mentalizei', focuses on sharing personal growth content and has been successful in reaching audiences both in Brazil and worldwide.

Q & A

How long has the speaker been in Australia?

The speaker mentions that they are about to complete two years in Australia.

What was the speaker's career path in Brazil?

The speaker started in banking at 21, became a manager at 24, and was known for excelling in commercial and sales areas.

Why did the speaker feel uncomfortable with their job at the bank?

The speaker felt uncomfortable because they had to sell products they didn't believe in, and they saw it as taking advantage of vulnerable customers.

What was the speaker's income like in Brazil?

The speaker mentions earning around 5,000 to 7,000 reais per month in commissions from agribusiness consulting before joining the bank.

What was the turning point for the speaker to leave Brazil?

The speaker realized the discrepancy between their values and the bank's practices, the stress, and the lack of work-life balance.

What was the speaker's experience with the bank's remuneration system?

The speaker felt the remuneration system was unfair, with high-pressure sales targets and a focus on capitalization over customer benefit.

How did the speaker perceive the bank's treatment of its customers?

The speaker viewed the bank's treatment of customers as predatory, especially towards the elderly and those less able to understand contracts.

What was the speaker's opinion on the bank's management?

The speaker felt disconnected from the bank's management, who had elite educational backgrounds and did not share the same values or understanding of the customer service.

Why did the speaker decide to move to Australia?

The speaker decided to move to Australia for a better work-life balance, improved quality of life, and to escape the stress and ethical dilemmas of the banking industry in Brazil.

What is the speaker's current job situation in Australia?

The speaker enjoys a better work-life balance in Australia, with no work calls after hours, the ability to leave work at a reasonable hour, and the freedom to travel and enjoy life.

What are the speaker's thoughts on returning to Brazil?

The speaker is not keen on returning to Brazil due to the economic instability, high-pressure job market, and the memories of the banking industry's stress.