Answering Uncomfortable Questions With My Personal Assistant

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  • In this video my ex-personal assistant Elizabeth and I will be answering some of your questions. Here's the second half of the video: • Fakeness, Wives & Comp...
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  • @elizabethfilips
    @elizabethfilips 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6100

    Not me being too anxious to look at the camera for 30 mins 😅 Thanks for having me Ali :)

    • @OlleyThorpe
      @OlleyThorpe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Smashed it 👌🏻🔥

    • @harrrsssh1159
      @harrrsssh1159 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      😂

    • @shelby255
      @shelby255 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      XD

    • @rishavanand43
      @rishavanand43 2 ปีที่แล้ว +158

      you both have voices made for siri/alexa/google assistant

    • @AbhishekSingh-xr8sx
      @AbhishekSingh-xr8sx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Ali is blushing 😂

  • @eduardaoliveira4072
    @eduardaoliveira4072 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2791

    "i would be gay if i had a wife" ELIZABETH IS HILARIOUS

    • @princesslacson6291
      @princesslacson6291 2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      She's witty

    • @gonzalezm244
      @gonzalezm244 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I noticed she pronounces her R’s like an American, what accent is this?

    • @shivam8516
      @shivam8516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      th-cam.com/video/wKOk0_XRQTs/w-d-xo.html

    • @GuruTheCoder
      @GuruTheCoder 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gonzalezm244 lol

    • @LeahRebecca
      @LeahRebecca 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gonzalezm244 finnish? somewhere there

  • @timothysmith306
    @timothysmith306 2 ปีที่แล้ว +837

    Every time Ali asked Elizabeth a question that was clearly meant for him, I died inside. Ali is hilarious

    • @aye.myatmon4485
      @aye.myatmon4485 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, there he is when he makes that kind of vd. I think he is shy or something.

  • @kamathverse2555
    @kamathverse2555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +275

    Completely agree with her viewpoint about working from 9-5. Stability isn't overrated; only when one aspect of life is stable, can you focus other aspects in doing the things you enjoy which don't classify as work.

    • @gaborb6577
      @gaborb6577 ปีที่แล้ว

      Like family, cash-in experiences outside 9-5.

  • @j.d.5709
    @j.d.5709 2 ปีที่แล้ว +928

    People don’t realize how valuable it is to have someone this honest. It’s easy to not be aware how we come off to others so to have someone be brutally honest as she is IMO is useful for learning, growing and raising your self awareness. Great video!

    • @CherylD
      @CherylD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Agreed. I thought she was so brutally honest that it shocked me but in a good way. That’s why im in the comments to see if others felt the same way.
      Now i also think that he’s only hearing this because of the video and that’s the game… Like, she made it very clear that he’s rude. Like RUDE RUDE but it’s when he’s the RUDEST that she hates it the most right? And he was surprised.
      What i’m trying to say is that she’s honest and telling him now because she can but in their everyday life he doesn’t seem to listen or pay attention to the way he treats other people.
      I’m french so english is not my first language. Sorry for the mistakes

  • @dhirajthapa5797
    @dhirajthapa5797 2 ปีที่แล้ว +563

    I love how Ali kept things that didn't make him look great and also allowed his ex-assistant to be quite open with even negative opinions about him.

    • @Wingedmagician
      @Wingedmagician 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Must hurt to do that and still get people calling you narcissistic. Hope he manages the criticism well.

    • @itsmeGeorgina
      @itsmeGeorgina 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh,,, you think she looked like she has negative opinions about him??
      Not the impression I got

    • @user-ye8ns9dy5h
      @user-ye8ns9dy5h ปีที่แล้ว

      Why an assistant is not allowed to have a negative opinion about their boss? You seem to stuck in the end of XIX century.

  • @AdilJif
    @AdilJif 2 ปีที่แล้ว +471

    Elizabeth's level of empathy on the marriage candidates is both, commendable & admirable! :)

    • @IESWlodarczyk
      @IESWlodarczyk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      she seems like a genuinely good person

  • @erumkhan3285
    @erumkhan3285 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    She has a good Level on Emotional intelligence and She is so down to earth and honest. He is lucky to have someone like her who is so honest and caring You can literally grow more when you have someone this honest that can easily point out the not so good traits in your personality than you can work on it and can be a more good person.

  • @KharmaMedic
    @KharmaMedic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4620

    why could I not stop smiling throughout this 😅

  • @damianxavier7343
    @damianxavier7343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1564

    Elizabeth needs to adopt sheen's brutal honesty for these Q&A's.

    • @princesscarolyn1063
      @princesscarolyn1063 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      Yeah sheen had no hesitation at all and it was a breath of fresh air! Elizabeth was so hesitant to answer and it was a lil bit uncomfy to watch

    • @MarchAngeloPAlino
      @MarchAngeloPAlino 2 ปีที่แล้ว +117

      Eli understands not to risk Ali's brand, professionalism sometimes overpower authenticity, even if that's a bad thing.

    • @youngroller2168
      @youngroller2168 2 ปีที่แล้ว +204

      I think it's because they have an employee and employer relationship while sheen is just Ali's friend and she couldn't care less

    • @damianxavier7343
      @damianxavier7343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@MarchAngeloPAlino yes but for example in the case of when she said Ali is rude sometimes, Ali directly asked in which way was he was rude. Since he was the one asking she cud have answered it easily. Also if it harms his brand in any way, those can be edited out easily.

    • @kratos.8151
      @kratos.8151 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      This is uncomfortably awkward not funny awkward. The opening question she looked so scared to speak. I don't like Ali as much now knowing he's grossly rude to people.

  • @yillalbertoterrero
    @yillalbertoterrero ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Having a conversation with him seems like having a conversation with a wall. I respect this woman for keeping it cool.

  • @why-ak
    @why-ak 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Elizabeth is quite intelligent, funny and has good sense of conveying things without making Ali feel bad. She understands him at emotional level and has a high EQ that's why she was able to empathize with the ladies who mailed for marriage prospects! Gem.

  • @itstheboyaj
    @itstheboyaj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +530

    I love her response to the 9-5 question. The romanticization of entrepreneurship nowadays is kind of annoying. Its not for everyone and it takes way more work, hours and willpower for people who work to just make ends meet.

    • @JulieStardoll
      @JulieStardoll 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      yep! i work as an assistant for one, and they are balancing it with their regular job - no time for literally anything! it's not for the faint hearted!

    • @gaborb6577
      @gaborb6577 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But definitely increases chances of finding a nice wife.

  • @ryanagar7498
    @ryanagar7498 2 ปีที่แล้ว +648

    18:00 I get what she's saying. She's saying that we romanticise not having the 9-5 think it will be beaches and cocktails when the reality is we will do double or triple the amount of work. For example someone with a family might not have the ability to do that and be better suited to the 9-5.

    • @livelife2324
      @livelife2324 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      This comment needs to be seen

    • @emelialartey2973
      @emelialartey2973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Truth be told

    • @simmi1786
      @simmi1786 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thank god someone actually understood that :)

    • @jlc5271
      @jlc5271 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Then dont have a family. It's selfish to procreate, and restricts your freedom too

    • @issei4540
      @issei4540 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jlc5271 Truth'

  • @yulailama
    @yulailama 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I saw your videos for a long time, and let me tell you that watching this was like a refreshing experience. Now i feel you are letting viewers know your human traits more, and that makes me like not only the content of this channel more, but the person behind it. That is priceless. In a clutter world, that makes me connect with someone online and being really interested in following your story with more excitement

  • @saeharbokhari1424
    @saeharbokhari1424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1175

    Sis straight up attacking us with her beauty, brains and personality like.

    • @Mateo-et3wl
      @Mateo-et3wl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      What version of English is this?

    • @ipsitaparida4471
      @ipsitaparida4471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@marianafranchecko250 is that your phone number? Below

    • @tromboner6061
      @tromboner6061 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      bro either don't call her sis or don't talk about her attractiveness

    • @gamingfirst01
      @gamingfirst01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      @@tromboner6061 lmao you can compliment someone without being attracted towards them

    • @lovemyself219
      @lovemyself219 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I know you're kidding but I shall say that we as girls should be proud to see other intelligent and well spoken women
      Girls for girls ✔💖

  • @HiharaKazukisan
    @HiharaKazukisan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +281

    It takes guts to upload an honest feedback like this. Keeps things real. Kudos to that

    • @Wingedmagician
      @Wingedmagician 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Ikr and people are giving him shit about being narcissistic. A narcissist WOULD NOT put something out there that makes them look bad.

  • @nikhilsajwan6028
    @nikhilsajwan6028 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2104

    Ali : *people paying him to be their Productivity Guru*
    Elizabeth : you procastinate a lot
    Massive destruction

    • @topranked5465
      @topranked5465 2 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      I think most ppl came for productivity and just stayed for Ali.
      You become familiar with someone and is hard to let go of them cause most of us are emotionally unstable

    • @vaibhavi.singh.
      @vaibhavi.singh. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@topranked5465 lol, that's true

    • @solobensam
      @solobensam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      That is what he called as productively procrastination...

    • @nikhilsajwan6028
      @nikhilsajwan6028 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@solobensam modern problems modern solutions

    • @eyuphoca01
      @eyuphoca01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you mention the time span plz?

  • @ipsitaparida4471
    @ipsitaparida4471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    I love how Elizabeth says “IM JUST JOKING!” Like aww she doesn’t want to hurt him I love this friendship

  • @slomohoe9413
    @slomohoe9413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    I’m very glad that Elizabeth brought up the “reconsider why you’re leaving the 9-5”

  • @MDobri-sy1ce
    @MDobri-sy1ce 2 ปีที่แล้ว +477

    I hate that question with a passion! “ You’re single with no wife, are you gay?” A lot of people are waiting until later or a choosing to live alternative lifestyles instead of going the traditional path.

    • @harishdev9669
      @harishdev9669 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Also there's nothing wrong with being gay either.

    • @MDobri-sy1ce
      @MDobri-sy1ce 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@harishdev9669 No there isn’t. A quarter of my closest friends are and there great! It’s easy to be myself without judgment with them.

    • @damianxavier7343
      @damianxavier7343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ik that some of the worst logic I've ever heard.

    • @BrickTamlandOfficial
      @BrickTamlandOfficial 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      isnt gay an alternative lifestyle? lol

    • @abcdefg91111
      @abcdefg91111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@harishdev9669 depends on where you get your morals from

  • @InsideEarth_ORIGINAL
    @InsideEarth_ORIGINAL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +314

    I loved how Ali changed his shirts into black to match up the aesthetic with Elizabeth. Good job, Ali! :)

  • @suvhojnath7946
    @suvhojnath7946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +460

    He's so serious & she's talking very carefully not to offend him

    • @suvhojnath7946
      @suvhojnath7946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @Gg He's smiling but in his head WTF😠🤬

    • @moodmeditation4458
      @moodmeditation4458 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@suvhojnath7946 Nah it's not that offensive for someone who don't try to be funny.

    • @lorenacha438
      @lorenacha438 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He’s a Taurus lmao

    • @AJ-dl2by
      @AJ-dl2by 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Facts

    • @user-bro0921
      @user-bro0921 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      She offended him the entire video 😳

  • @EmotionTheory
    @EmotionTheory 2 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    I love this because it’s really honest. It takes a lot of humility to explore these talking points openly. Elizabeth is a gem and the relationship between these two is very special. Stay humble, stay open ❤️

  • @TheBotticelliProject
    @TheBotticelliProject 2 ปีที่แล้ว +283

    I feel like we just eavesdropped a private 1to1 company review - utterly compelling :o!

  • @sabahatshafique
    @sabahatshafique 2 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    I loved how she was so honest about the questions and her responses were quite transparent and real. I've been following her for some time now but this videos made me a huge fan of hers.
    More power to you, Elizabeth!
    P.s. I, 100%, agree with Elizabeth's stance on that marriage email thing.

    • @princesslacson6291
      @princesslacson6291 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'd like to see her gaining more subscribers than him 🤣

    • @skibididomp
      @skibididomp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@princesslacson6291 You probably sent a marriage email and he didn’t see that right lmao 🤣😭

    • @sabahatshafique
      @sabahatshafique 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@skibididomp Excuse me, Mr trynna be funny! I like how she pointed out that the way Ali dealt with it was very casual versus the people took it seriously. I support her comment about "navigating it with delicacy". Ali acted so mature and was a true professional as to how he dealt with her clearly pointing out his flaws but here you guys triggered by a woman. You really can't stand to see an eloquent, straightforward and strong minded women. Ali was so respectful and that's why he is a successful entrepreneur and you are, well, we don't even know who you are.

    • @skibididomp
      @skibididomp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sabahatshafique Well yeah..

    • @deenaccount8994
      @deenaccount8994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      i liked her honesty but i think she should've atleast contrasted it with some compliments too, sometimes being so blunt like that isn't best for the other person and won't make them improve but just doubt their capabilities.

  • @ThadySenior
    @ThadySenior 2 ปีที่แล้ว +494

    Ali video idea for 2025: “How to get married productively”

  • @bleakrainbow8140
    @bleakrainbow8140 2 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    i really admire elizabeth's eloquence! especially when explaining her opinion regarding the marriage inbox

  • @haz689
    @haz689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +427

    “Idk you aren’t that funny... most of time we are laughing at you” 😂😂
    No worries we all with you Ali

    • @IshaSharma11
      @IshaSharma11 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😅

    • @william_SMMA
      @william_SMMA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Time stamp

    • @william_SMMA
      @william_SMMA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Never mind. I literally typed it as they were saying it lmao

    • @anusha2465
      @anusha2465 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ali was about to cry 😂😂😂

  • @madzwrld14
    @madzwrld14 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    wow this might just be my favorite video on this channel & its def in the top 2 . Also my favorite q&a on ytube as of yet. LOVED loved loved Elizabeth's transparency and her in depth answers she's an absolute GEM

  • @laurenpray1999
    @laurenpray1999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I LOVEEE her honesty. We all need a friend like that

  • @LaylaShaheen
    @LaylaShaheen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I love how brutally straight up you two are with one another... wish everyone was this honest!

  • @cobra2966
    @cobra2966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +295

    Love how articulate she is

  • @justineleconte
    @justineleconte 2 ปีที่แล้ว +939

    I'm still in the middle of the video but I need to say this already: Elizabeth, I need a PA exactly like you!!! Please recommend someone? A twin sister maybe? 🤗

    • @varsha221166
      @varsha221166 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Wow I love ur channel❤️

    • @elizabethfilips
      @elizabethfilips 2 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      OH MY JUSTINE I LOVE YOUR CONTENT, I've been watching you for the longest time! haha I don't have a twin sister, but I do have a few sisters 😆

    • @justineleconte
      @justineleconte 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@elizabethfilips oh lovely! ☺️ I am now subscribed to you too 😊 Are your sisters looking for a PA job and as brain-quick as you are? Because I have work for a half soccer team and I need holidays, serious question hahaha 👀😅

    • @justineleconte
      @justineleconte 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@elizabethfilips PS: I'm OK with you doing emails between 1am and 3am. Just sayin' Ali 😏

    • @anjalijha5014
      @anjalijha5014 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I could NEVER imagine you'd be here

  • @varalikamendiratta7948
    @varalikamendiratta7948 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    God! I can read all of Ali's expressions so well in this one. This was the your most candid video ever, probably because a person who knows you well was around.

  • @parthaprateemraychoudhury7689
    @parthaprateemraychoudhury7689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ali, great to watch your Q&A session with Elizabeth. Both of you are genuinely inspiring for anyone wishing to change and upgrade his life for the better. 🙏

  • @user-in4rc1lk5e
    @user-in4rc1lk5e 2 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    This is also an uncomfortable video to watch…one person is having a conversation with the camera and one is trying to have a conversation with the person

    • @Wingedmagician
      @Wingedmagician 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      If he had a conversation with her then Ali bitch face would ensue. He’s talked about this on the other video on her channel. He has a bad habit of not emoting as much in regular conversation.

    • @PHILLYMEDIC69
      @PHILLYMEDIC69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah especially his applications for marriage via email. What the hell is up with that?

    • @itsmeGeorgina
      @itsmeGeorgina 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Wingedmagician
      Thank god for that,, I felt bad being on a date with them,, and with Ali flirting back,,, I imagine kissing and sex scenes
      Ali is sensible and level-headed here, as he ought to be

    • @itsmeGeorgina
      @itsmeGeorgina 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      All that laughing and flirting on camera ,,, why??
      I thought it was supposed to be a regular Q & A?

    • @princesslacson6291
      @princesslacson6291 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yeah that's why I love her when she's addressing the things she doesn't like about him talking directly to him instead of talking to people in camera because it's like backstabbing. I like how she tries to communicate with him in a respectful way.

  • @samreen.
    @samreen. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +366

    A lot of highly educated, ambitious and driven people have a big ego. They don’t realise that there are aspects to their personality that negatively affect other people OR just don’t care.
    Ali please listen carefully to everything Elizabeth said. It’s a rarity that someone will be so brutally honest but if you take her points on board it will help you a lot in life especially when dealing with people.

    • @ghhkhh4938
      @ghhkhh4938 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      In his situation I think have a big ego is one of the most advantages to surviving in med school.

    • @Wingedmagician
      @Wingedmagician 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Or some people are just too sensitive

    • @acumen7
      @acumen7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Some people need to have a switch between high and low ego, to suit for certain situation

    • @CherylD
      @CherylD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Wingedmagician or some people are just painfully rude and d*cks? Not saying Ali is.

    • @JesseMathiu
      @JesseMathiu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      the title is uncomfortable questions so i don't think any human wouldn't be nervous doing those

  • @lydianavarrete274
    @lydianavarrete274 2 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    I’m trying to decipher if Ali is joking when he makes some of these comments or if he’s genuinely this way? He comes off a bit full of himself, but I can’t tell if that’s part of a comedic act? Strange, because I like him a lot in the beginning where he seemed so kind and approachable. Either way, I appreciate the honest editing.

    • @princesslacson6291
      @princesslacson6291 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      I think it's the real him. Actions speak louder than words

    • @ridita5221
      @ridita5221 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      He has a healthy self esteem. He is a good looking intelligent guy. A doctor, a top TH-camr and a rich man. Maybe he would be more likeble if he would be humble, but I'm afraid that would be fake from him, so I prefer his straightforward style.

    • @dharmamuthalagappan5157
      @dharmamuthalagappan5157 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I think it’s difficult to judge someone we’ve never met. Personally, I prefer his straightforward, honest and open style. I don’t think he’s arrogant, but confident, and we shouldn’t knock people being confident.

    • @kuljahanproductions4587
      @kuljahanproductions4587 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You know he's definitely joking, saying those comments in a comedic way. Everyone has Different styles.

    • @yeetwchybaban
      @yeetwchybaban ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ridita5221 zamn

  • @TechPhD
    @TechPhD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    For Ali, the "pro" in Procrastinate stands for Productivity

  • @meetchoudhary1
    @meetchoudhary1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +489

    Finally a QnA where Ali Abdaal is not eating

  • @MrWayneStephen
    @MrWayneStephen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Great honest QA. I really respect Ali, despite having a huge following for really understanding and pushing the point that TH-cam is NOT an easy, guaranteed income. Some of us work for years on channels and barely make enough to cover expenses let alone make a living

  • @JaymeeJustiniano
    @JaymeeJustiniano 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I can imagine that being this open to the public can feel weird but thanks for uploading! This was a refreshing video!!! With useful learning points as always KUDOS to both!

  • @rangercynth
    @rangercynth ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This video really emphasized how great of a person Elizabeth is
    She pays attention to the little details and you see she really listens to understand and not just to answer

  • @eti-iniER
    @eti-iniER ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's amazing that I subscribed to both of them individually, and I'm now just discovering they've worked with each other!
    Amazing creators both! Love y'all ❤

  • @puffmore
    @puffmore ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I really liked Elizabeth's answer about the 9-5. Not everyone hates their jobs and not everyone that does should just leave it. There are so many things you can do that will make you feel happier about your work even if it's a 9-5.

  • @avad8868
    @avad8868 2 ปีที่แล้ว +257

    The comments under this video could be used to write an essay on parasocial interactions and how social media and TH-cam make people think that they know someone, have full access to this person and have the right to impose their sense of morality onto them. Our society has become bizarre.

    • @Pikachuwhereareyou
      @Pikachuwhereareyou 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed!

    • @prisha8721
      @prisha8721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Amazing amount of kids pretending they know Ali smfh

    • @marimar5279
      @marimar5279 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Clearly you haven’t heard about body language or seen the channel ‘observe’ on youtube. There is a lot you can get from a person just from their body language

    • @prisha8721
      @prisha8721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@marimar5279 I have super high doubts more than 2% on this comment section have enough knowledge about body language to do thst

    • @maxlewis6420
      @maxlewis6420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Okay but a comment section is to comment your thoughts on a video. And if a lot of what people are taking from the video is the interaction between the two of them there’s no harm in discussing it. It’s not that serious.

  • @mariventer9913
    @mariventer9913 2 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    This was a very interesting video. You can see the two of you have very different personalities and opinions but was also great to see you guys find a common ground.

  • @timjenkins8538
    @timjenkins8538 2 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    Watching this feels like going to dinner with a couple who have just started going out

  • @Dhmnh91
    @Dhmnh91 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    The most awkward conversation I’ve ever listed to, but you guys are awesome.

  • @wilhelmina8843
    @wilhelmina8843 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This video is great!! I love that she says all of these things and that not only is Ali open to listening, but he edited it into a video for us all her watch. I appreciate that! Honestly, I think I like and respect Ali more because of it. Plus, I thought the video was funny!

  • @amalchowdhury7458
    @amalchowdhury7458 2 ปีที่แล้ว +586

    This was an odd video. There's some very intense awkward energy between these two.

    • @cskeditz7710
      @cskeditz7710 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Yes...very obvious

    • @maxlewis6420
      @maxlewis6420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +113

      Something seemed really off with Ali in this video. I didn’t like demeanour at all

    • @nolimitfran3377
      @nolimitfran3377 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      they definitely would be fucking if could is all I got from it

    • @sikandarkhan7522
      @sikandarkhan7522 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ikr

    • @AkulaPadma
      @AkulaPadma 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yessssssssss

  • @JoeySalinas12
    @JoeySalinas12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This was such an amazing video! I love the dynamic between you two.

  • @m.mvibes297
    @m.mvibes297 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    This is the first time seeing Ali with his personal assistant this is amazing!!!! WOW❤️😍😍

  • @mansiahire
    @mansiahire 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    ali is weirdly comforting in this video, it made me happy to watch him smile so freely! :')

  • @007saravanan
    @007saravanan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Just Looking at the way he started the video to that of this question 1:37 and after, his face and interaction changed, even more towards the end. The Uncomfortableness was extremely contagious.

  • @FuzailShaikh
    @FuzailShaikh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +611

    It really shows that Ali really needs to work on his interpersonal skills

    • @aliabdaal
      @aliabdaal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +285

      Always a work in progress :)

    • @RedSky8
      @RedSky8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@aliabdaal I think it'll be cool to watch his EQ grow overtime, just just takes practice and introspection 💯 and studying

    • @johnanthonycreative
      @johnanthonycreative 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@aliabdaal I appreciate that you recognize it. It was pretty uncomfortable to watch honestly.

  • @sandheepgr
    @sandheepgr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Life lesson learned from this video: Instagram can also do video calls

  • @EldaRicardo
    @EldaRicardo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed watching this, seemed very natural & unrefined. She never felt the need to hold back, maybe out of fear or something.. Kudos Ali, I love you channel..

  • @saykar0393
    @saykar0393 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Elizabeth is really awesome in disseminating positive vibes!

  • @studyathomes
    @studyathomes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I swear I love this girl, she is so sweet.

  • @RobertoBlake
    @RobertoBlake 2 ปีที่แล้ว +513

    You can’t avoid “power dynamics” if you’re a public figure, and it’s on people to decide if they can handle being around you and everything that comes along with that unless you only date within your own career pool..
    And which point people think you’re elitist ... so you can’t really win either way if people want to believe it’s this huge issue.
    When what it comes down to is people making sober choices.

    • @omair_shahzad
      @omair_shahzad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, your right.

    • @ghostsniiper1
      @ghostsniiper1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I disagree, when your looking for a partner through your massive social media presence, you're bound to come across more 'fans'

    • @RobertoBlake
      @RobertoBlake 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@ghostsniiper1 if you lose your values or morals because someone is popular... like in high school, as a grown adult and you lose your agency because you're a "fan" that Is on you... in the same way it's not a woman's responsibility based on her dress for a man losing his mind and behaving inappropriately. Individual responsibility still exist in 2021...

    • @ghostsniiper1
      @ghostsniiper1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@RobertoBlake I know they shouldn’t but your more likely to meet people who put you on some sort of celebrity pedestal, which can create an unhealthy relationship dynamic. I just believe that you shouldn’t mix your personal and business lives

    • @drsaifayad
      @drsaifayad 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ghostsniiper1 You're absolutely right, people wouldn't know until they get slapped by hard facts.
      Not being too personal in your business life unless necessary, is a must have trait for great leaders/bosses.

  • @kshkripasana5035
    @kshkripasana5035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    Why does it feels like Elizabeth speaking much much faster than Ali? Damn! Ali’s new worthy opponent.

    • @IrrIdk
      @IrrIdk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol

  • @dikshasingh610
    @dikshasingh610 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I loved how genuine this video is ... Elizabeth is awesome

  • @yokheswaram.d5793
    @yokheswaram.d5793 2 ปีที่แล้ว +154

    The man's class lies where he included timestamps (chapters) for each and every question. 😂

  • @ZygimantasA
    @ZygimantasA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    I agree 100% that even a part time PA can change your life.

  • @theperipateticaccrescent7685
    @theperipateticaccrescent7685 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This guy corrects and supports her sooo subtly, it's really cool!

  • @chinmayidhotre4740
    @chinmayidhotre4740 2 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Alternate title: Ali getting exposed by his ex personal assistant.

  • @StudyWithM3E46
    @StudyWithM3E46 2 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Elizabeth seems so much more down to earth and realistic

  • @leonaxlily
    @leonaxlily 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    please do a video on how much you pay yourself + how you decide what salary to pay your staff based on their roles + how you decide the hours you want them to work for you ie. why some are part time and others are full time

  • @denicebasnett8993
    @denicebasnett8993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was so delightful! Pure entertainment. Both of you are wonderful. Thank you.

  • @tamisvincent2942
    @tamisvincent2942 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Ali is like so focused at the camera while Elizabeth looks amazed and intimidated at the same time at Ali's insanely focused face

  • @ketangupta8495
    @ketangupta8495 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    OMG 🤣 , LIKE LITERALLY THE MOST EPIC THING IN THIS ENTIRE VIDEO IS JUST ALI'S EXPRESSIONS TO EACH AND EVERY QUESTION

  • @sunbhattacharjee
    @sunbhattacharjee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Here is what I love about Elizabeth, she is brilliantly spontaneous and confident. Or so I have seen.

  • @YasminQuasne
    @YasminQuasne 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God I LOVE her and her channel so much. It’s both super entertaining and extremely useful.

  • @freakyfunkymonkey22
    @freakyfunkymonkey22 2 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    Ali, there is really no need to feel threatened by Elizabeth's success. Without you, both Elizabeth, Sheen, and many others wouldn't have existed on this platform. The reason why she's so honest with you is because she still looks up to you despite everything that has happened.

    • @william_SMMA
      @william_SMMA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Time stamp for when he showed insecurity?

  • @Sephiroth155
    @Sephiroth155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +465

    Definitely gonna preach on this one... Even YOU should be checked by your own audience when you deserve it. This was a painful video to watch. It's clear from her answer about thinking about quitting that you're often rude to people who work with/for you. Don't have such a big head just cuz you've tasted success; stay humble.

    • @famouswolfdesignco
      @famouswolfdesignco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +170

      @Sai If you think you have to be rude to people to get things done, you’re gonna have a hard and miserable life.

    • @lionmenmusic6144
      @lionmenmusic6144 2 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      True, although no one is perfect and at least he isn't claiming to be the nicest person in the united kingdom. There are so many other influencers that would censor anything that makes them look less than awesome and then build a toxic cult following around them. Him not doing that shows that he is self aware and is hopefully working on it. He is letting us see that he is human and has shortcomings in his character.

    • @famouswolfdesignco
      @famouswolfdesignco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      @Sai You will soon find out that all of that negative energy will cannibalise your soul and you will have a very insular existence as the years go on. Nobody wants to be around rude assholes. You’ll see.
      Also, you can still fire people for being bad at their job without being rude. Maybe it’s your fault for not picking the right people for the roles? We must look at ourselves before we start pointing the finger and being “rude”

    • @Wingedmagician
      @Wingedmagician 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      He’s high in the trait disagreeableness. I’ve been a fan of him for a long time and this is how he is. I don’t think he wants to hurt anyone’s feelings. Not everyone has to be super warm and nice and agreeable and smily all the time - that’s exhausting.

    • @acumen7
      @acumen7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      To point is that we do not have to be rude, we just have to be firm. At least that's what i can see from you conversation over here.

  • @subhangyerramsetti6582
    @subhangyerramsetti6582 2 ปีที่แล้ว +267

    Man Elizabeth really cares about ali, damn

    • @myth3516
      @myth3516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How did you infer this?

    • @PHILLYMEDIC69
      @PHILLYMEDIC69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@myth3516 She's giving him constructive criticism

    • @myth3516
      @myth3516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@PHILLYMEDIC69 look at her body language when she’s saying things about him, it has an air of annoyance and she isn’t facing him when she says a lot of it. His body language shows that he doesn’t feel it’s constructive. But what do I know, I could be wrong here.

  • @kristinasue5083
    @kristinasue5083 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You can definitely tell that you work out! A huge notable difference keep up the good work!

  • @justthebasicsza7302
    @justthebasicsza7302 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    There are sooo many aspects of this interaction that could be a case study 😂
    Btw, totally agree with Elizabeth's perspective on the marriage inbox. 'Matters of the heart' require more responsibility than just 'leveraging a platform' 😬

  • @AureliusTjin
    @AureliusTjin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    LOL at 08:40 “sh*t things before you’re ready.” Fun video to watch Ali and Elizabeth! Quite surreal seeing the both of you at the same place.

  • @PHILLYMEDIC69
    @PHILLYMEDIC69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +408

    Ali Abdaal has become the typical CEO with no emotions

    • @Wingedmagician
      @Wingedmagician 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      The price of success

    • @jonnybingham1
      @jonnybingham1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      You have to be objective. Don’t mistake that for no emotions. But it is true that emotional intelligence is very important.

    • @PHILLYMEDIC69
      @PHILLYMEDIC69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@jonnybingham1 the video speaks for itself

    • @kristuti1
      @kristuti1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      I don't think he has become, I think he always was like that, he is lacking emotional and social intelligence and it's obvious. You can train yourself to a certain point but if it's not given it's not given. He is mindful and he declared many times that he tries to work on this also he notices how other people like Sheen or Elizabeth can connect on an emotional level with others.

    • @moodmeditation4458
      @moodmeditation4458 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Nah may be more mentally occupied and overwhelmed with work.

  • @EstherNjoku23
    @EstherNjoku23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I love this, i mean getting to see Ali through Elizabeth eyes

  • @timcastelein6598
    @timcastelein6598 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    No offense to Ali but I really felt bad about the girls who legitimately made those marriage videos, setting themselves up so vulnerable and he (let's be honest) doesn't give a flying f*ck.

  • @wthsajit
    @wthsajit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I like how Ali scrolled through the chat while he was looking for the first time she sent him a DM :)
    Simple, minimal, elegant.

  • @mariumkhan9521
    @mariumkhan9521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Ali was so flustered. He asked her the first two questions which were directed towards him 😂 Something's definitely brewing.

  • @sjulian147
    @sjulian147 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVED THIS! :) vey good insight into both your lives! good dynamic too

  • @Carole1279
    @Carole1279 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don’t see anything awkward in this video! I loved Ali and Elizabeth interaction ❤️

  • @doublespirals4472
    @doublespirals4472 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    i can say i have productively procrastinated watching this

  • @TheRGElite101
    @TheRGElite101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Is it just me or does it sound like Elizabeth speaks at 2x speed lol

    • @luxurycardstore
      @luxurycardstore 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No it is not just you. I had to play this video at 3/4 speed to understand what she was saying.

    • @claire6225
      @claire6225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m not a native English speak, and I thought it was such an ‘English’ talking speed when having conversation in English until I saw your comment that I found there’s not only one person who cannot catch up her speaks😂😂😂😂

  • @rickhanti
    @rickhanti 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the way Ali gets slightly uncomfortable while Elizabeth opened the Pandora's box of Ali's "reckless side", and how he is not the best boss. But I think Ali can and will take it in a positive way and might work on the things that Elizabeth mentioned. Brilliant video- as we get to see a different side of Ali altogether.

  • @taylenh2350
    @taylenh2350 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The fact that they're both so eloquent and talk so fast makes me feel like I'm watching the video at 2x speed 😅

  • @shzammpatapon9865
    @shzammpatapon9865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    9:23, Ali is the procrastinator that get the job done so fast that he do it at the end and still got A+ in class

  • @epicgardening
    @epicgardening 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    The MARRIAGE inbox LOL

  • @danndirax
    @danndirax 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    the two of you inspire me, I wish I knew you earlier . Keep the good work

  • @rinc1072
    @rinc1072 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Aww Ali you remind me of my boss. He can be very efficient and logical at the expense of appealing to others' emotions, but deep down inside he is caring, will always do right by everyone and is a sweetie patootie. Bless you and the amazing team you have. Good people attract other good people. :)

    • @gaborb6577
      @gaborb6577 ปีที่แล้ว

      ...Expense of... as always with the successful people

  • @Esxae
    @Esxae 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Really enjoyed this, hope you continue to do more videos together!

  • @noflare1714
    @noflare1714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Ali's death stare into the camera pierced through my soul 😂😂

  • @extracurricular1
    @extracurricular1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    14:56 totally agree with you on that one Ali. 18:05 is also correct, I know ppl who had businesses that made lots of money and didn’t want to be a boss anymore and spend more time with family. Just different priorities

  • @berryspaces
    @berryspaces 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been a Virtual Assistant for over 2 years and I love the job so much. I do administrative tasks, create graphics and manage social media accounts.