Challenges and Choices of a Motorcycle Taxi Driver

Rusdi chose to work as an online motorcycle taxi driver to care for aging parents, earning a decent income daily.

### Rusdi's Journey: From Graduation to Becoming a WHV Participant
* 👨 Devoted himself to his aging parents by working as an online motorcycle taxi driver, earning around **200,000 rupiahs per day**.
* 🇦🇺 Decided to participate in the Australian Working Holiday Visa (WHV) program, which has an **age limit of 30** and offers **various opportunities for the future**.
* 📈 Improved his English skills through **self-study** and attending classes at the Time Language Center, where he received **guidance and support** from friends and seniors.
* 🎓 Initially planned to continue his studies abroad through a scholarship, but later shifted his goal to **working and living in Australia**.
* 🏠 Highlighted the importance of preparing accommodation as a **crucial step** before moving to Australia, where the **cost of living is high**.
* 🙏 Expressed gratitude to his parents for their continuous support and guidance, emphasizing the **importance of taking care of their health and following their advice**.
* 📅 The announcement for the first stage of the LPDP scholarship in 2024 is expected soon, with approximately **12 participants from the Time Language Center** waiting for the interview results.
* 🌟 Shared his journey and experiences to **motivate and inspire others** to plan for their future, seek opportunities for growth, and **not be afraid to ask for help and guidance**.

Since graduating in 2021, I didn't want to apply for a job. Instead, I decided to work as an online motorcycle taxi driver. This is because my parents are currently busy with controlling my younger siblings, including the rebellious one. How much do I earn in a day or a month from being an online motorcycle taxi driver? It's quite good. In a day, I can earn a decent amount. This means that people don't necessarily have to work in a company nowadays, right? Parents want their children to become civil servants. When I applied to become a civil servant, what did they say? What did they say? What did they say? I want to give the best for my parents who have worked hard for me, even though I majored in English. If my English teacher gave me a score of 4, it means my national language skills are fast. It's like when the well-timed national anthem plays. See you again in the next segment of What Did They Say. This time, it's the WHV edition because we are currently in the scholarship edition waiting for the interview stage. There are about 12 people from the Timel center who are currently waiting for the interview results, and God willing, the announcement for the first stage of LPDP in 2024 will be made. Now, we are together in the What Did They Say program for today. Hello, Rusdi, may I introduce myself first? My name

Education became Mr. Guru, right? Yes, okay. Now, Rudi is a student from Time Language Center for the Intensive General English Program in 2023, from June to July, and the IELTS exam on November 18. The results were quite good. Initially, when I met Rusdi for the first time, he mentioned that he was on a scholarship program. Okay, a scholarship program, but in the end, he got an SD wav. So, how did this story go? At that time, Rusdi initially mentioned that since college, he had always wanted to go abroad to work, but in his mind, he planned to continue to pursue a Master's degree and work in that country. So, his initial goal was to go to Japan because many seniors went there. Okay, so he thought that going abroad initially was only possible through a scholarship. So, how did Rusdi find out about going abroad? If we look at the detailed information, it was from Time Language Center. So, the first time he got information was only from social media, it was already circulating, he just wanted to find out more. So, when he got to Time, it means his goal was to pursue a Master's degree abroad and stay there. That was the idea in Rusdi's mind at that time. So, where did he first get to know about Time? He wanted to take English lessons to improve his English.

Just looking for a place to study in Padang is quite difficult. IELS keeps searching on social media and then finds a suitable time, and luckily, it's near the house. Oh, near the house, the house in Belanti, right? In Belanti, right? In Belanti, right? Next to the right neighbor, in front of the neighbor, right? So, after getting the information, it means gaining insight, right? You don't have to study abroad, right? Yes, so we also have many seniors in Japan, right? Yes, seniors from UNP. Most of them are in geography. Why are there many FA sometimes with friends in other organizations or at the mosque, acquaintances like that. Oh, I see. So, on social media, there are also. Oh, I see. So, it's quite enough, right? It's also quite looking for information, networking acquaintances are also broad, right? Wow, that's extraordinary. Okay, so after getting the information, will parents immediately agree to work abroad? Basically, what parents want is what their children want to do, right? They are continuously supported, but with clear goals, so since wanting to continue to N2, the desire to continue working or studying abroad has been approved by the parents. Then, when it comes to the time for W, it is explained again to the parents, and they still support it. They support it, right? It's also

Anything is fine for them, it's okay, as long as they work and earn money, yes, okay. The important thing is to work and earn money, even though it's not a big deal. InshaAllah, it will be safe because there are also many alumni from Time Center abroad. Well, the first impression when coming to Time, what was it? Initially, I thought it was just a complex, but it turns out there are lessons, quite large and spacious. Then, I came alone without any friends or anyone, dared to register and join the program. From there, my mind started to open up to plan my life roadmap. Okay, well, I graduated from Padang State University in 2021. What did you do for a living anyway? Actually, since I graduated in 2021, I didn't want to rush into work. I wanted to work first, but I didn't want to rush into it. If I become successful later on. I am the fourth child in the family. My older siblings are already working out of town. My older sister is married, so my parents are already 70 and 60 years old. Thank God, my mother is still healthy. I decided to work as an online motorcycle taxi driver because my parents need care, they are getting older. So, I can be flexible and not rush into applying for a job, but to serve. This is extraordinary.

This is cool. I see that children who take the time to serve their parents, their sustenance comes easily, like kings. Because our devotion is devoted as servants to Allah and also devoting ourselves to our parents in the form of service is extraordinary, ease will appear everywhere. Yes, did you feel that way now? Alhamdulillah. Not really, because back then when I was a child, I was one of those who rebelled, rebelled in the sense of being a rebel too, you know. I used to often play games at internet cafes in 2007 or 2008, around 3rd grade elementary school, I could play computer games, hehe. Then, I kept doing it even though I was forbidden, until I entered junior high school, in the 3rd grade, that was my way of life, it was hard to get into school, my grades were not good, hehe. Then, since high school, Alhamdulillah, I quickly realized, hehe. Then, I listened to my parents' advice, hehe, Alhamdulillah, it went smoothly. And even in college, my parents chose my major, geography education, coincidentally, I liked geography in high school, yes. Okay, and my parents, well, coincidentally, my dad is a retired teacher, so he guided me in that direction, just following what was given. Okay, so it means I

Applying for a job but ended up dedicating myself to my parents because they need control, right? So, if it's because of the other family members, the younger sibling is in college, the older siblings are already married and have jobs, so Rusdi, who will be the one at home, is trying to dedicate himself to his parents by working as an online motorcycle taxi driver. How much can you earn in a day or a month doing that? I've been an online motorcycle taxi driver since 2018, still in the third semester of college. Okay, at that time, the income from being an online motorcycle taxi driver was quite good. In a day, I could earn up to 200, mostly from morning until evening. Then, in 2019 and onwards, it became a bit difficult because of the pandemic and it was already crowded. Yes, it was already crowded, with many young people now looking for part-time jobs. Okay, the famous online motorcycle taxi service, is it the green one or the yellow one? Green, the first one until now, every time it's green. The last time was on the 9th, it has stopped. It's been a long journey, 3 years since college until now. This means that my parents do not demand that you work in a company, right? Nowadays, parents want their children to become civil servants. Even though the salary might not be as high as a civil servant, being a civil

I've never refused it, never took the civil service exam, and was still in college. It happened once, when I was at the Ministry of Law and Human Rights, just once, only once. That's life, just like me. Only once in a lifetime, then failed, so I didn't participate again. I didn't participate again, and eventually, my destiny led me to Australia. It's normal, right? Families also tend to be critical. My child, Uni Tam, studied at home. It's like this online thing, sorry to discredit it, but it's a phenomenon in our social community. How should we anticipate that? It happened once, maybe the environment also said, Why is your child studying? Then, thank God, after three and a half years, the environment also said, Why is he studying online? What's the point of studying like that? It's useless, just wasting time studying. But while working as a motorcycle taxi driver, I still kept looking for information, wanting to develop or something. And then, thank God, last year, in this room, only my parents knew. Others didn't know yet. My sister didn't know. My sister was already working as an online motorcycle taxi driver while studying, from the 3rd semester until she finished in 3 and a half years, with an average GPA of 3.5. So, okay, right? Alright, it's okay. An average GPA of

Like Rus, right? Because many young people are not very interested in part-time work, it means later in Australia, they will be made to do E-delivery or online rider. What it proves is that you are able to bear double the burden. There, you have to learn. Even though we are different, if the country's study is only 2 days, here it's, oh, Monday, maybe especially with techniques. Well, this can divide the time, meaning he can already manage his time well. Okay, back to the topic: Time Language Center and IELTS. This is just learning general English. Yes, first, how much is the simulation worth? Let's start with the simulation. It only reached 5, 4.5 in the beginning, the starting point of the simulation at the beginning was 4.4, then the IELTS score came out at 5.5. The increase in band score, just study intensively, no need to take classes. Yes, I didn't take classes either, Rusdi, why didn't you take classes? I said because of this, but in the end, he proved that he could manage to get, oh, what is it, the SD WV, because I thought that in the beginning, he was still, his goal was for the scholarship. In the beginning, there was still that thought. I once discussed with you and Rusi, right, about the scholarship. Okay,

There are many networks from people who don't know each other at all before, right? What is Rusdi's perspective on the Time Language Center from the aspect of friendship? Since the beginning of their studies, they have had the same goals, so their conversations or interactions flow smoothly because they share the same vision. So, if we want to join, there is a community, there is also a scholarship community, or if you want both of them, you can jump on both. From the training material side, what is taught there? Does it really teach until one can achieve AS5? In terms of the teaching method, the tutors are friendly, some may not know and are explained even outside class hours, during break time, so students don't feel afraid to ask, right? Okay, how about the facilities at Time Language Center in Rusdi's perspective? For now, the facilities are increasing, thankfully. The numbers are good, but they need to be increased further. This is where we have a plan to offer children who want to contribute as future leaders. Many people have gone there, so we need to build a building, for example, a classroom.

Imagine 2 billion, for example, 20 billion. Now, let's say we need 100 young people who want to join us later at the shareholder meeting in Melbourne, right? Then, at the shareholder meeting, suddenly our meeting is here in Medina, right? So, the profit-sharing is there. So, this is what we are trying to design together with the next generation, whether they have an ambition to study, okay? So, learning English since junior high school or elementary school, starting with English, that's it. Since high school, but in junior high school, they have already learned English, right? What is the importance of English? The importance of English before knowing about time. The importance of English is actually very crucial, right? Before knowing time, before knowing any time, is English important? It is crucial. Like in college, you must take English language certificate to graduate. Yes, then there was an incident where we received an order from a Dutch person, but we were silent because we couldn't speak English. That's why, for the older brothers who want to learn English, they can learn during the time when they work as online motorcycle taxi drivers or online drivers, or students who maybe work part-time can also allocate time to learn about investments, okay? So, after that time, there is a clear goal. Having a clear goal is important to provide.

Studying motivation is clear, but the point is to bridge the gap. That's right. Okay, let's go back to the topic of parents. This group slightly jumped topics. These are parents, right? Yesterday, initially wanted to serve him at home, but now going far to Australia. What are you going to do with them? Thank God, the younger sibling has also finished. Maybe she can take turns later. Is the younger sibling a girl or a boy? Boys, boys, boys. Later, the younger sibling will also be asked to join Wii, right? Not taking turns like that. Maybe it can be suggested. Now, in 3 years, also Ojel. Later, I will give him money from Australia. He is currently working as a barista. Oh, a barista. Okay, later when going to campus, where will he study? In Baiturrahmah, in the entrepreneurship department. Entrepreneurship, okay. Is there an entrepreneurship department in Baiturrahmah? Yes, there is. New, right? New. Later, when the parents go, the sibling will live with them. Maybe the sibling, right? Later, don't forget to send money to the sibling to take care of the parents, no need to work or can hire someone. What is this called? A nurse. But he is still independent, still independent. Okay, so far, the journey has been 26 years, approximately. What

I would suggest that wherever you go, take care. Perform your prayers, the G prayer and the I prayer, that's correct. Where your feet step, that's where the sky is held high. Oh yes, that's right. Where the Earth is stepped on, that's where the sky is held high. Well, parents, of course, we as children won't be able to repay them. Yes, what would you like to convey if you could speak through this camera to your parents? Well, for parents, continue to take care of your health and always guide your children. Even when they grow up. Yes, continue to pray and always give guidance. Parents only provide advice and guidance, but it should still be maintained even when they are grown up and married, parents still have a role. Now, Rusdi, when are you planning to leave for Australia? For now, it seems like the date is not clear yet, maybe a month from now. Okay, we will try to conduct pre-departure training. There are many who are uncertain, those who were absent last time, we will try to provide pre-departure training because what's important is the accommodation in Australia. Who has contact with Lutfi? Lutfi has started working. Sain has contact, Lutfi also has contact, and Satria is in the same class as Satria. Yes, in the same class. Okay. Has Iqbal done it?

Well, from Rusdi's story, I see some points that I can highlight. The first one is being devoted to parents, which makes it easier for him in the face of extraordinary situations like the war yesterday. There was a war where 34 people from the Tam Center alumni participated, 5 of them got their visas granted, one is ongoing, and another one, on April 1st, now, on April 1st, Australia suddenly stopped the visa process. I don't know what happened, why their visas were suddenly halted. This visa issue is shocking; we don't know what actually happened, and we don't have any access to the Australian Embassy. The visa applications will be reopened on July 1st, while the current visas will expire on June 30th. What will happen to those whose visas expire on June 30th? What will happen to them? It's a mystery. Rudi, send a message to the young generation of Indonesia who are still lazy to learn English, especially in the city of Padang. Keep improving your skills, especially in English. English is very useful for traveling and reaching your future goals. Okay, yes, it opens many doors, many opportunities with the use of English. Rus is a quiet person, but quietly, he went to Australia. None of his friends knew; it means none of them knew. Not a single friend knew, neither his parents nor his family, nor the Tamengu Center's family.

I don't know yet how the throw will be later. I want to go to Australia, it seems like it. Yes, it seems so. Okay, friends, just be shocked, suddenly have to disappear, eh, it's already arrived in Australia. Bro, how is it done? Well, start asking, how is the way to get to Malaysia, to Malaysia, to Australia. And the naughty families earlier, well, the kids are studying, like a motorcycle taxi driver, it turns out the child is going to Australia with the WHV program. Well, looking at the WHV journey from 2009 until now in 2024, and he has started to learn a lot about this WHV. So, according to Rusudi, what are the first, second, and third benefits of the WHV program? Well, this program has been running for a long time, Mas. And for the younger generation, it is very promising because the age limit is 30. So, as long as you haven't reached the age limit, it's better to join this program. Then, planning for the future or how to design it can be arranged again. We already have experience abroad, so the first benefit is that it is an old program and this is a good opportunity, financially, of course. Yes, surely. How many times can the age of Mr. Kota Padang be written in GO GO, but don't be embarrassed to work in a factory later.

It's okay, it's important that it's halal, not embarrassed about working. How many plans do you want, like two or three plans? Later, we'll see what opportunities there are in the future because the economy is a bit tough. I see that the budget is small, but it's okay, it's also small. The third job is almost digital. Life is tough in the city, isn't it tiring? Working online is hot. From morning until evening, there's a break for studying. If during study time, take the afternoon session. Studying in the evening is not pleasant, so working online as a financial assistance for the kids part-time. The help is good, but the customers are a bit difficult, all kinds of customers, sometimes we get difficult customers. So far, it's just a few, not too bad. Also delivering food, not just that, it's just people. It means only people are picky, especially girls, only those who are picky, fussy, they are always late and ask others to be quick. They are late and tell you to hurry, they are late and you suffer, so you have to adjust to their pace. Okay. Amazing journey, starting from preparing for the English language, then moving on to the official IELTS test, then the war, after the war, the visa. And then, God willing, will depart to Australia after Eid.

Yes, we have reached the peak of the training, but I have also started looking for information from senior time. So, I can prepare everything, the most important thing for me is accommodation. Accommodation is crucial because if there is no accommodation, where will I stay? Maybe camping, then it's cold, so there must be accommodation first. In Australia, generally, accommodation is indeed a problem now. The cost of living in Australia is high, it's around 1 million rupiahs per year worldwide. So, it's really a country. As I've been told by my friend, Tania, who is Australian, you come to the Dreamland for everybody in the world. Yes, because the highest rate in the world is in Australia. The highest salary in the world is in Australia. Even though the amount, if we compare, is high, for example, in the UK it's only 8 thousand pounds, which means around 140 million rupiahs. In Australia, normally it's 25, but if it's at night, it's even higher. If you work in a slaughterhouse, for example, it's 40 to 50, excluding public holidays. That's why the highest wage is in Australia, even though the average highest wage is not in Australia, but the highest rate is in Australia. Have you ever thought about working in Australia, Rusdi? Not yet, have you ever thought about it? Eventually, fate brought

During Eid, I will go to Australia. Hopefully, I will get a job in accommodation. The first one, then work and friends at the time language center were very helpful there. Don't be shy, just ask. It's normal. When we as newbies come to a location, there are seniors there. Hello, bro, I'm Rusdi, a bit aggressive in introducing myself. Hello, bro, I'm Rusdi from Padang, the new kid on the block. It's just to get to know the seniors. Sometimes the seniors are busy, you know. I don't know if they are seniors or not because there are already around 70 people, around 6 am. Just from the Time Language Center, if we organize an event like a Halal bi Halal, we'll wait for their invitation. Also, the promotional tickets sent to Tambenger, three of us are going. I have two friends with me. Please arrange the tickets and accommodation. Thank you so much for watching. Hopefully, our conversation with Rusdi today will motivate and inspire all of you. In short, don't be shy whatever your profession is. Rus proves that firstly, serving your parents, secondly, don't be shy, and thirdly, try to prepare skills like English soft skills so that opportunities in the future will be more open to you. If you can't speak English yet, come to the Lang Center to learn, my friends.

If you don't have a life roadmap, let's create one together. Where do you want to go after graduation? Do you want to work, become a civil servant, go to Australia, or get a scholarship? Let's plan our tasks as a time center so we can open up many opportunities for everyone to choose and align with their passions. Okay, can I have a closing statement from someone like Rusdi who is going to Australia? For friends who may be feeling lost about their future goals, they can come to Time Center. Before that, maybe friends can consult first before taking classes, right? InshaAllah, Time can provide guidance for your brighter future. Thank you so much. Don't forget to like and share this YouTube channel. Our conversation today and the previous speakers or guests can motivate and inspire you to start organizing your future for success. Remember, your future is determined by what you do today. A wise person once said that you can be judged by the five people around you. If you have four or three out of those five people, I'm sure you will be attracted to the magnet of success. From Jalan Mobaliik Number 9, goodbye.

We would like to thank you. It's time to build our future with Time Language Center. See you.

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The Journey of a Scholarship Recipient to Study Abroad

A recent graduate chooses to work as an online motorcycle taxi driver instead of pursuing a traditional job.

The graduate's journey involves seeking a scholarship, planning to pursue a Master's degree abroad, and gaining parental support for the decision.

The decision to study abroad is influenced by social media, networking, and the support of the Time Language Center.

A Journey of Selfless Dedication: From College to Becoming an Online Motorcycle Taxi Driver

Rusdi chose to become an online motorcycle taxi driver to take care of his aging parents while his siblings pursued their own paths.

He initially made a good income from it, but the pandemic brought challenges.

Despite societal expectations, Rusdi's parents did not pressure him to work in a company or become a civil servant, allowing him to prioritize family care.

A student's unconventional path to academic achievement through online study and part-time work.

Overcoming skepticism and criticism, the student achieved a high GPA and IELTS score without taking classes.

The student's positive experience with the Time Language Center, emphasizing friendly tutors and the need for improved facilities.

The Importance of English and Future Plans

English proficiency is crucial for the younger generation's future, with a clear goal of bridging the gap in learning and providing motivation.

The discussion also involves the future plans of a sibling going to study entrepreneurship in Australia and the arrangements for taking care of the parents.

Financial support and possibly hiring a nurse for the parents are part of the plan, while the sibling focuses on studying and remaining independent.

The Importance of Family and Departure to Australia

A message of taking care and praying for parents is highlighted, emphasizing the ongoing role of parents in guiding their grown-up children.

The uncertainty and challenges of the visa process for those planning to go to Australia are discussed, with a sudden halt in the visa process and upcoming expirations raising concerns.

The significance of learning English, especially for the younger generation in Padang, and the opportunities it brings, is emphasized, based on Rusdi's experience of quietly departing for Australia.

The Benefits of the Australian WHV Program

The WHV program is a great opportunity for the younger generation, with an age limit of 30 and the chance to gain valuable international experience.

It also provides financial support through online work and part-time jobs.

The program offers the flexibility to design future plans while providing assistance in studying and navigating the challenges of working abroad.

The High Cost of Living and Work Opportunities in Australia

The cost of living in Australia is high, with the highest wages in the world, especially in industries like the slaughterhouse.

Australia offers the potential for high earnings, making it an attractive option for work.

Acquiring English language skills is emphasized as a way to improve future job opportunities, with the recommendation to seek language learning opportunities at the Lang Center.

Creating a Life Roadmap with Time Language Center

Time Language Center helps individuals plan their future goals and offers guidance for a successful path.

The center provides a supportive community and motivational speakers to inspire and motivate people in organizing their future.

Whether it's pursuing further education, seeking employment, or aiming for a scholarship, Time Language Center aims to help individuals align with their passions and open up opportunities for a brighter future.