When did you discover your passion for hosting events?
Honestly, passion wasn’t the reason I started event hosting—it was survival. My real passion was public speaking, but it wasn’t financially rewarding at the time. That’s how I ventured into event hosting. Over time, however, event hosting has become more than a means of livelihood—it’s now a genuine passion.
How do you balance your passion with what you studied in school?
There’s a natural balance. I studied psychology, and it has significantly contributed to my success in event hosting. One key aspect of being an MC is understanding and engaging your audience. With my background in human behaviour, analysing my audience comes easily.
How did your family and friends react to your career choice?
Initially, my mum was embarrassed. She didn’t see event hosting as something they sent me to university to do. However, over time, she accepted it and even began recommending me to people in need of an MC. My friends have been incredibly supportive—they share my brand fliers and refer me to others.
What challenges have you faced as an MC?
Where do I even begin? One of the biggest challenges has been securing gigs, mainly because I’ve moved around a lot. Constantly relocating to new states means starting from scratch to build credibility in each new environment. However, this has also contributed to my growth as an MC. By God’s grace, things improve every day.
How do you balance your MC schedules (including travel) with your personal life?
I’ve learned that effective communication and time management solve most problems. My MC schedules haven’t negatively impacted my personal life or relationships with the people who matter to me. I manage everything properly through disciplined time management and open communication.
Do you have any embarrassing moments on set?
Not so far. I’d say I’m quite skilled at analysing my environment, which helps me anticipate and avoid potentially embarrassing situations before they happen.
How do you stay energized and engaged during events where the audience appears uninterested?
The truth is, no matter how disinterested the audience might appear, there are always a few people who are engaged with what’s happening on stage. Even if it’s just one person, I focus all my energy on them. As the event progresses, others often get drawn in and start participating.
What advice would you give to aspiring event hosts?
Learning is essential. Don’t wait to be perfect before you start—just begin, and keep improving as you go.