Ling Yah Wong
- Ling Yah Wong worked as a lawyer for 10 years after graduating from law school.
- She decided to quit her job after she realized being a lawyer just wasn't something she enjoyed.
- Wong dabbled in podcasting and is now working as a personal branding strategist.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Ling Yah Wong, who left the legal industry to become a personal branding strategist and podcaster. The following has been edited for length and clarity. Business Insider has verified her employment history.