Dermatologist Ham Ik-byeong: 'I Worked 365 Days a Year for 10 Years'

Dermatologist Ham Ik-byeong, 64, recently offered insights into his life and career on the YouTube channel 'Salaryman Rich TV'. In a video titled 'Don't Make Excuses in Life. I'll Tell You 3 Success Formulas for Those Who Want to Live Properly,' Ham shared his journey to financial success.

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I live there (in Tower Palace).

Ham revealed that he resides in Tower Palace, a prominent luxury apartment complex in Seoul, where he has lived for approximately 20 years since its completion. He described his profession as a dermatologist and mentioned that during his peak earning years, he once made 100 million won (approximately $73,000 USD) in a single month. He clarified his definition of wealth: not based on a specific amount of money or property, but on the freedom to order any meal at a restaurant without worrying about the cost.

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I made 100 million won in a month once in the past.

He explained that he started with nothing, having completed his internship and four years of residency, which were financially tight. After opening his own dermatology practice at age 33, he worked relentlessly. "I worked 365 days a year then, and even worked on Sundays," Ham recalled. "I did that for 10 years." This intense period of work, beginning shortly after opening his practice, allowed him to achieve financial independence by age 34, according to his account.

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My standard for being rich is different from ordinary people.

Ham's story emphasizes hard work and dedication as key components of his success. His candid sharing on YouTube provides a glimpse into the life of a successful medical professional who attributes his wealth to consistent effort and a clear definition of financial freedom.

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I worked 365 days a year then, and even worked on Sundays. I did that for 10 years.