Let’s get to know each other | Q&A

Summary

In this engaging video, Maddie, a 22-year-old YouTuber, reflects on her journey from a creative outlet to full-time social media influencer. She shares her experiences moving to London for her Bachelor's in Business Management, her growth from a chaotic DIY enthusiast to a more mature content creator, and her life updates including her relationship with her boyfriend Theo. Maddie also discusses her MBTI personality type, her Norwegian roots, and her love for London, hinting at no plans to leave the city in the next five years.

Takeaways

• 😀 Maddie started her YouTube channel at 12 years old as a creative outlet and has since fallen in love with video making.
• 🔥 Around 2016, Maddie's videos on cleaning and DIYs became very popular, introducing her to a wider audience as a 16-year-old with a unique accent.
• 🎓 Maddie graduated from high school, moved to London for a Bachelor's in Business Management at King's College London, and is now navigating her post-graduate life.
• 🏡 Maddie and her boyfriend Theo, who she met during middle school, moved in together to start a new chapter in their lives and are enjoying living in London.
• 💼 Maddie is currently working full-time in social media, which involves content creation, planning, editing, and administrative tasks.
• 🤔 Maddie's MBTI personality type is ENTJ, also known as 'The Commander,' indicating her assertive and leadership-oriented personality traits.
• 🇳🇴 Maddie is originally from Oslo, Norway, but moved to London at 18 for her studies and has no plans to move back in the near future.
• 👫 Maddie comes from a large family with a significant age gap between her siblings, ranging from 8 to 24 years apart.
• 💆‍♀️ Maddie has noticed personal growth and maturity since moving to London, becoming more independent and self-reliant.
• 💇‍♀️ Physically, Maddie is 172 cm tall with green eyes and platinum blonde hair, which she maintains with regular highlights.
• 📝 Maddie's day-to-day routine varies greatly due to her full-time social media work, which includes content creation and administrative tasks.

Q & A

What was the reason Maddie started her YouTube channel?

Maddie started her YouTube channel almost 10 years ago as a creative outlet and because she was inspired by other YouTubers who had numbers at the end of their usernames.

How did Maddie's channel evolve from its early days?

Initially, Maddie's channel was a fun hobby outside of school. Around 2016, her videos on cleaning her room and DIY projects became popular, and that's when many viewers got to know her.

What significant changes have occurred in Maddie's life since she was 16?

Maddie has graduated from high school, moved to London, started and completed a bachelor's degree in business management, moved in with her boyfriend, and is now figuring out her graduate life while doing social media full-time.

Why did Maddie choose the name 'Mystery' for her YouTube channel?

Maddie chose 'Mystery' by combining the first three letters of her name (Maddie) with 'anchor' from the anchor she was wearing on her t-shirt that day. She removed the 'man' to avoid confusion about her gender.

What was Maddie's educational background in business management?

Maddie completed a Bachelor's of Science in Business Management at King's College London, specializing in consumer marketing, consumer behavior, and business relations.

What is Maddie's MBTI personality type?

Maddie identifies as an ENTJ, known as the 'Commander' personality type, which she last assessed when she started university.

Where is Maddie originally from and why did she move to London?

Maddie is originally from Oslo, Norway. She moved to London at 18 to pursue her bachelor's degree due to its good schools, family presence, and reasonable cost of living compared to other options like the U.S.

How does Maddie envision her life in London in the next 10 years?

Maddie doesn't see herself not living in London in the next 10 years, as she has established a network, her boyfriend is living and working there, and she has settled into her work in social media.

How did Maddie and her boyfriend Theo meet?

Maddie and Theo met in middle school in Oslo, reconnected during the COVID-19 pandemic when they were both quarantining after returning to Norway, and started texting, which led to their relationship.

What factors influenced Maddie and Theo's decision to move in together?

Maddie and Theo decided to move in together after dating for over two years, feeling comfortable and stable in their relationship, and considering the high cost of living in London, which made splitting rent and bills more practical.

How has Maddie's personality and lifestyle changed since she was 16?

Maddie has become more calm and relaxed, and her biggest change has been moving abroad, which made her more mature, confident, and independent. She also found her way more in terms of lifestyle and priorities.

What is Maddie's daily routine like as a full-time social media creator?

Maddie's daily routine involves creating, planning, and editing content, as well as handling administrative tasks such as emails and research. She also works on special projects and events occasionally.

How many siblings does Maddie have and what is the age gap between them?

Maddie has three siblings: a half-brother who is eight years older, a younger brother who is eight years younger, and a sister who is 16 years younger, making the age gap between the oldest and youngest sibling 24 years.