My New Job 

important announcement starting from 10:00 :-)

The process of opening a restaurant is so complex would love a video on that as the journey progress

"Im a huge believer that without taking risks, you reap nothing" LOVE IT

As a person who has worked in the food industry, and in a restaurant, cooking is probably going to be the last thing on your mind when opening a restaurant. I dont know Doobydobap very well, but she seems like a person who loves cooking. But can your passion of cooking be the driving force when dealing with a restaurant? cooking is a very, very small part of opening and running a restaurant

this is very inspiring for me . as a person who is trying to find life purpose and passion , i realize that if i don't take risks , i won't grow and also in taking risks , of cuz , we need to know how much effort and next move we gotta put . thanks dooby. i am rooting for u. if i came to korea, i will def come to ur restaurant. 💓

Here after the closing restaurant video. Reading the comments in this video pointed out all the things they mentioned was the reason they were closing down...

Very serious piece of advice here. If you are planning on using your Dooby Brand or any part of the Intellectual Property you have built on RU-vid in the restaurant then ensure you own that element 100%. Even if you have partners, investors or loved ones helping out financially, get contracts made that protect your IP and ensure it remains with you. The restaurant business is 50/50 at best, you don’t want to be in a position where all you content is part owned by other people should the worse happen. Protect yourself.

TINA!!! I’m so so so excited to see all the amazing things that you do :) I love how you’re always pushing yourself to do things that excite you! It’s gonna be incredible I know it

After being in the game for 5+ years, I am now understanding everything so that just shows how difficult it is in this industry. Just know that being a home cook is NOT the same as being a restaurant cook/owner. If you have no experience working at a kitchen, then you will 100% fail. I would strongly suggest you work at a restaurant and work each position from the dishwasher to the manager. One very big lesson I’ve learned is to be mentally and physically prepared because this will be the biggest test of your life. Your life will go out the window, and you will be burnt out. Read any book on any successful chef and they will all have one thing in common. They all get burnt out. Just don't turn to drugs or whatever vices you have to cope. When you are ready to give up, stop everything and take a break. Don't be afraid to go on vacations and take as much time as you need. Adjust yourself and be ready to go again because If you're able to hold out and hang on, then within a few years I promise you it will all be worth it.

She's growing so much, and I'm here for it ◡̈◡̈

Seems like you’re receiving great opportunities along the way. May God bless you.

A RESTUARANT!! I am so happy for you, and if you're scared, it means you're reacting exactly the right way like any person who takes a risk reacts. It means you want this to work, and work it will. All good luck to you. Yayyy, rooting, always. Thank you for always choosing to tell your story. It's much appreciated!

there's alot of wisdom in the staleness thing. as with content creators, keeping things fresh throughout just vlogging is a tough ask in the long run, since the space is always extremely competitive. expanding your business model beyond just vlogging is both as risky as it is necessary in ensuring you retain both your brand presence as well as keeping your knives sharp. end of the day, it can only be as bad as an expensive lesson learnt if you fail, and a lucrative franchise if you make it through. godspeed.

Woah this is so unexpected! I thought you would be working on a cookbook but this is so much bigger, daunting, yet exciting! I don’t imagine this will be an easy journey but trust the process, the people helping you, and most importantly, trust yourself. We will be watching and rooting for you, so please don’t give up - we doobies would like to be there personally one day to taste your delicious meals!

Don’t wanna rain on your parade, but you have no business being in the restaurant business. Even if you know the business well, its crazy tough to make any sort of profit and is a crazy tough business to begin with. I would also strongly recommend against doing this venture with a BF, cuz the minute you and he have issues, it will spill into the business and make it even tougher. And, if the two of you end of not working out, its a complete and utter disaster waiting to happen. I’m all about taking risks, but take it from someone who did something very similar and it caused me a LOT of hardship. I was so stoked about spreading my wings and getting into a new business venture and thought I could learn on the job, but I was very wrong and ended up spending a LOT of money and time and in the end it was just a money pit. I should have listened to my father like you should have listened. I want to support any young persons dreams and decisions, but at a minimum, I hope you and your partner have a contract that stipulates what happens if one of you want to walk. Just for fun, and 100% not saying this is your situation, but you may want to watch the Netflix special entitled “Bad Vegan” about a famous NYC woman restaurateur who married a shady hustler opened the first raw vegan restaurant in NYC that was highly successful and how they hustled $6M out of investors. She claimed gaslighting and manipulation, but still wound up in prison.

Love seeing umbrella man! A cooking segment together could be nice along with answering some questions! Congratulations on continued success

Love the fact how you want to step outside your comfort zone and take a huge risk, you're so inspiring! Keep following your passion :)

I KNEW IT I KNEW U WERE OPENING A RESTAURANT CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU AND HOPE UR RESTAURANT WILL BE SUCCESSFUL ❤

as someone that have been watching you for a long loooong time and have been manifesting for this kind of miracle to happen, i genuinely want to say that i am very very proud of you, tina. the things u say, the actions you do, the way you deliver your story, all that have inspired me A LOT especially in making decisions and taking risk in my life too! i know its normal to feel lost and wanting to do better at times but whenever it gets too much, just remember that there is a person out there (me) that always look up to you and find comfort in everything you do!! goodluck for the upcoming process, ily!!!!! 💞

Never work together in a relationship, particularly in a startup which stress in overdrive will spillover onto the relationship. Speaking from bitter experiences.

Rule 1: never open a restaurant until you’ve worked every position in a restaurant. Can’t wait for the awesome content.

The hiccups at the dining table was so cute I almost started crying happy tears bc that’s the kind of human connection I wish for anyone, whether it’s romantic or platonic

Another session of FREE THERAPY

I'm not afraid to be flat out honest - Is she doing this FOR HERSELF or her boyfriend? I have truly enjoyed her content but I figured she'd go all in obsessive when she finally got another boyfriend. I truly hope it works out for her but I implore her to have something in place in the event things don't work out with that relationship. Please, don't end up walking away with nothing. She has worked incredibly hard and her content is AWESOME. Cooking and being cute in your kitchen at home is NOTHING close to what her and her boyfriend of less than a year are about to take on. Some of the toughest, hardest and down right ICK lessons I've learned in life started out very similar to this. Best wishes, Dooby.

omg moments before disaster😭😭😭 i hope it works out

05:50 "Landlord seems nice also" did not age well 🥺

Good luck and congratulations on a new chapter of your life. We love you Tina. Keep inspiring and keep making great content. I’ve been watching you for a good 1.5 years now.

absolutely love your storytelling , always look forward to your vlogs while binge rewatching your old vlogs. No one does those better than you ❤️ thank you keep going Dobby ✨

I am seriously rooting for you and tbh proud of the way you challenge yourself. I always looked at challenges as a boundary and not an opportunity to grow so that's such an eye opener to me rn thank you. I wish you the best of luck! I am sure you can slay this ❤❤❤

I have a really bad feeling about this. What's the true motivation for this? I'll try not to assume. But I'm super worried.

i would definitely recommend working in a back of house position even just for a little to see how all aspects of a restaurant run. unfortunately, it isn’t all fun and games creating recipes and cooking food, which i am sure you know and are learning. but you’ll also pick up on little things, such as making sure your food has cooled completely before storing or putting a lid on, and labeling the sides of containers rather than the top. wishing you all the best on your new journey and looking forward to watching you continue to learn!

I think the storyline/storytelling aspect is just a bonus of your vlogs and not the main attraction. The reason why ppl watch your vlogs is because they like your down-to-earth, funny personality. I hope your decision to opening up a restaurant is because you want to actually run one and not just see it as content to vlog. Best of luck either way since true failure is not trying.

watching the part about the "main story" or however you call it right now at 11:50. Just my 2 cents: i dont watch your content because i wanna watch a game of thrones style yt channel with a set story line. i watch you because you are funny, real and have chill vibes in your vids that entertain me. just show your journey and do not focus on creating the journey. as the famous saying goes "dont overthink shit". keep it simple.

Omg Doobs I’m so so proud of you!! This is going to be such a fun new chapter in your life ❤ it’s incredible to see how far you’ve come in just a few years, you truly are so motivational I’m so excited for you 😊

New chapter unlocked

In regards to not knowing what you’re documenting with your videos, I believe it’s your life. You have made a documentary of a girl who is trying to find herself in Korea and making a living whilst doing what she loves. It’s so inspiring and I believe if you follow through and work hard, it’ll be great content and an even better reward for you in the long run. Don’t stress, keep focusing on yourself, and have fun. Life isn’t about an end goal. It’s about the journey before you meet your end. Love you bunches Tina. Thank you from one aspiring cook to another. Cheers!

You're videos are so comforting. Thank you❤

1. overthinking = anxiety (just know things will always work out, and tell yourself that) 2. You seem to know many local restaurants. Don't be afraid to talk and get advice from those people/owners. They seem to know what they are doing (successfully).

This is so inspiring and motivating & I can’t wait for visiting your restaurant in no time! For whoever that needs just a little push, you got this!!

I got an ad on dooby right before watching dooby… love that❤

You should try working in a restaurant for a few months first! There are no so many things that can go wrong with the kitchen and the front dining area. It is gonna be takeout only to start? Do you mind telling us your layout out plan? Obviously go for it but research first! Maybe Start off doing catering to build clientele.

i think that it is incredible that you’re recognizing what you need for your own future. i can’t wait to see where this new adventure takes you ❤

First of all *HOLY* *SHIT* opening a restaurant is like seriously the best way to utilise all ur knowledge and i don't know why I feel so proud of her seeing her progressing in life Best of luck Will be following u on the way

I'm so happy about your new journey! Starting new things is always so scary but the most fun part of living :')

Dooby just remember YOU are the theme. I’m not sure about others but I watch your videos to watch you and your journey. You’re charismatic and unafraid to put yourself out there, take risks, be passionate. Your story is interesting.

In a similar boat, Tina! Today is my first day of being self employed, I'm nervous, but I'm so thrilled at the thought of blazing my own trail. I have faith in me to be able to make it happen, and I have faith in you too!! Wishing a community of support for the both of us. You've absolutely got this.

So excited to see where this journey takes you both. Congratulations on this next step!!

Love it but owning a business is a whole world of stress different from content creating. You’re gonna have to be boss, accountant, HR, trainer, chef, marketing, etc., at least until you hire someone to do it for you and even EVERYONE you hire will look to you or anything and everything. I hope you’re ready. If not, it’s ok, just try again when you’re ready.

You don't regret the things you do, you regret the things you could have done. Proud dooby here! Love you Tina!

I cried while watching this. You make me question myself and my own life choices a lot (in a good way) when you talk about taking risks and putting yourself out there. This year has been filled with a lot of what if's and shitty moments for me so I hope to bring some of your inspiring, risk taking energy into the new year with me. I love your vlogs and how no 2 are the same. Keep doing you and sharing your life with us! We're all rooting for you dooby!!🥹

your weekly vlogs and shorts are the reason why im thriving every week honestly! your videos are like my rewards for a long week of thriving 🥹🫶🇵🇭

music and editing are spot on. Another awesome vid by the Doobster!!

Tina sharing her struggles, and tbh just the most trivial thoughts going on in her mind, are the best things about these vlogs 🥺 Love every vlog and will continue to love future ones!!! Glad you're taking a leap of faith. All the best to you, Tina🌻

This is exactly how you grow in your 20s! I also went through the similar process recently and that’s already so brave of you to share the process with public. You are such an inspiration, hope you know that 😍

Tina, I must say that this was a very eye opening talk and you made me remember this mindset about life that I forgot about while passing through hard times. Thank you, I feel like it will have a really big impact on how I grow… Also about the restaurant decision… Omg this is so big and so exciting, I am so so happy for you. Even if it doesn’t works out I can see that you will get so much out of it as growing in the life and job field. But still… From the first day you started this RU-vid journey, I was able to see the high quality of your work and even you were able to increase that too. And because of so many other things, I can see that you will do a really really good job at this new thing you are getting in✨ Feel like you’re a distant friend , so, hope to see you some day🫶🏻 maybe even see you in your restaurant🥹🤍

better to try something and fail at it than regretting never trying it. worst thing you can do is doing the same thing your entire life. even if its the best and you earn a lot of money. so proud of you! without failure, no progress. keep going doobey

We might don't know much about restaurants business or can answer what was the concept that you've been doing exactly in the past video, bc honestly we seeing you as a healing machine. in my case I've been struggling with ED for a while now and seeing your video cooking or just filming what you eat for breakfast while talking about random topics are just so heart warming for me. ok what I want to say is don't be too stressed, you don't need to. I love doobydobap no matter what (ps. wish all the luck for your every new interest. Merry Christmas dooby ⛄🎄♥️)

Nothing ventured, nothing gained. This is a great opportunity for you taking on a restaurant opening. I am sure the two of you will make a great team and this will provide an ample source for content creation.

Do it! Honestly I was making RU-vid videos for a while and then also craved a different structure. I ended up starting my own tea business and explored all the things I could do. It’s a painful process, but rewarding and now you can sleep at night not regretting you didn’t try! And don’t listen to the haters, all them sitting behind their screens judging and not taking leaps. YOU DO YOU 👏👏👏

I’m taking a pretty big leap of faith in my life right now, what I’m doing might not seem like a big deal to other people but it is for me…. And hearing you talk about your fears reminds me that there is SO much waiting on the other side of things we’re scared of doing - you were scared to do content & look at where you are now

I’m so happy for you and can’t wait for what’s to come! You don’t know how many times I’ve referenced your videos for recipes - anything from doenjanggook or myeolchi bokkeum to smexy mashed potatoes. The way you present your food is so simple yet sophisticated and beautiful. You are full of innovative ideas and I love how you incorporate traditional recipes and put your own twist on it. Hwaiting!! ❤

I’m at the cusp of taking a big risk right now as well and I can’t tell you how inspiring and reassuring this video was ❤️ I have full faith in you, you’ll do great things with this restaurant and I can’t wait to follow along!!

the environmental cost of transport is very little compared to environmental cost of land usage and water. plantbased is always a better option even if imported vs local cow milk

I'm so happy for you Tina! And watching you always trying new things and growing up is such a BIG inspiration. Will definitely take a visit to your restaurant!

I appreciate your take on trying to tell your story! Not all the time people realize in order to create a good story, you have to know how it will end in order for you to find a start. I love your emphasis on individuality and your transparency about everything very excited to follow your journey!!

Feels like u r opening a restaurant for ur new bf who moved there for u…

Congrats on taking that big step! I can't wait to see the updates for the restaurant. When you were talking about being a vlogger and what your story line is, gurl this aint a tv show, you are a reg human being and we are here to just enjoy the ride that you take us on :) With that said, I absolutely love your storytelling in your videos, it's really inviting.

I can feel the anxiety, but I'm excited for you and that you're going for it! Best of luck :)

Congratulations on this new journey, Tina!! I'm so happy and rooting for you!

Get it girl! Also make sure you get everything written and on paper for legal reasons! It’s so important when going into business with a loved one! So excited for this next chapter for you!

Did the gentlemen know you were recording him?

14:44 you are such a huge inspiration, Tina!! it’s hard to choose the riskier path but well worth following your passions and heart. Failing is scary but staying stagnant and not growing won’t make you happy in the long run. This is what living is about. Rooting for you!!

watching this after the opening of the restaurant and seeing how they succeeded makes me SO PROUD OF THEM, and at the same time is such a a big inspiration and gives me hope for my own future.. almost cried

i feels so inspired by you sharing this. Although it's such a big risk, you'll grow and learn from it either way(even if it doesn't work out). Good luck with your restaurant and congrats on your courage to make such a decision! Hope to see videos of your progress journey:)

Love to watch she is growing and I feel lucky to be here. Spread your wings Tina. Lots of love, always full of love for you

dooy i started watching you from the start and i know how much you struggled we love you .I honestly have learnt sooo much from you and i can watch your videos for hours .DO WHAT YOUR HEART SAYS and dont be afraid .YOU CAN DO THIS

loving the new vibes…the music really is a perfect 🫰🏼me and my daughter are so inspired by you! and love watching you take this risk in something that you love doing! Your “style” of vlogging is what makes us excited to be a part of your journey! We look forward to seeing what happens next! PS That look of food creativity and love for food in that last part with the scorched rice was really cool to see.

I agree with the taking risks thing, I went to a field I had no familiarity with (but really wanted to try) when I was choosing my major in uni and since no one around me pursued it it’s always so new but that’s what makes it exciting as well ! I’m excited to see where this will go and good luck ^^

What workout do you use? Also NEVER stop using this editing style, it’s so relaxing and beautiful

Dooby - I have to say that you’re one of the most initiative-taking people I’ve come across :) I’m constantly in awe at the life you’ve created and continue to create for yourself. I know it seems like there’s a large influx of people who are doing bigger things, but it’s truly rare to see someone be so willing to do these things even with so many people telling you otherwise! I really admire that quality and am wishing you the best :) 💕 You’ve done more in a year than people sometimes do in several (or at all). Looking forward to see how this all works out.

Definitely a big risk, but I think it's worth it and you'll make it through. Dooby having a restaurant, if I lived in Korea I would definitely try to go every day. Good luck! ❤

You vlog about almost anything at this point. Your story telling and cinematography can to take the mundane and make it divine!

She's such a natural at storytelling and cinematography. I'm really surprised every video that you never considered a career in film making. Maybe that's your next project... Ip convinced you could write a fantastic screen play based on cooking.

I've been loving the Doobie interupting doobie and back to your regularly scheduled doobie ads. Cheeky. Many well wishes for your new adventure! Take time and do as much research, find resources and you will be great. No way you wouldn't!

We are always here, rooting for you!!! You are always so inspiring ✨💖

Congrats to your new adventure 🎉. Do share the location and would love to visit!! I am so putting this in my itinerary for June 2023. Hope it will be up and running by then!! ❤

I will 100% come eat at your restaurant if it's open when I visit next year 🥰 Watching you cook on youtube literally makes me drool so I cant imagine actually tasting your stuff! Good luck! You can do it!

love the dooby ad before every video. it’s almost like an intro i like to sit through now :)

As a teenager who is scared to grow up and the feeling that i am not good enough always there seeing her learn from her mistakes and growing gives me so much of comfort honestly feels like an older sister sharing her life so that i learn from it. Honestly so happy for u may it be a huge success

Super Proud of u Tina on your big step!! WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT U IN WHATEVER PATH U CHOOSE✨️ Can't wait to see the new content u put out in the future - 🇵🇬

TBH, I’ve picked up a different grand theme or storyline from your videos. I think I recall this channel starting with the feeling that you were just waiting to immigrate and return back to New York. However, because of COVId and the immigration system, you’ve kind of been stuck living in Korea. I think you have this different perspective of being Korean, but due to being sent overseas at a young age, (e.g., boarding school and university in the United States), you’ve developed more of a western mindset. As a result, it seems you’ve been disconnected with the local community, even most of the friends that you show on your channel are all somewhat connected to a western lifestyle (e.g., went to school overseas). So it’s been interesting to see you longing to live in New York and live that western lifestyle, but be ‘stuck’ in Korea. Your channel has shown the progression of you reintegrating back into Korean lifestyle. Every time you mentioning that you are rediscovering your city, I see that. I think the most recent New York trip was a milestone because you kind have mentioned that you no longer felt that living there was the end all be all. I’ve always seen that as your ‘POV’ or grand theme/storyline-not all the other storylines that you mentioned. I viewed those other storylines as noise. That is just my, perhaps, hot take.

I support your decision Tina. Taking risks like this one will make you grow. Good luck!!

with your youtube channel as free promo, the restaurant is almost guaranteed to be a success. another youtuber i follow became accidentally successful on youtube and went viral before their book was released and their book became the number 1 new york times best seller for months. and i’ve tried a few of your recipes so i know the food will be good. you got this!

Seeing you progress from your first few videos is just so rewarding. ❤

So proud of you!!

A big leap but there’s nothing wrong with trying. Looking forward to what may come.

I hope everything goes well for you ❤

All the best! This risk will definitely be worth it 👍

This woman is a walking red flag for any man

my jaw dropped! but now i'm smiling - excited to watch you explore this new chapter. it certainly is daunting and there WILL be tough times, BUT you're going to get so much good out of it too. lean in, girl!