In his talk “Teacher or Creator - Why I Chose to Be Both”, Lee Viet shares a personal yet inspiring journey, from a student who hated English and failed it twice, to someone who found new motivation while working as a hotel bellman, where speaking English became essential. He chose to learn through real-life practice, living with foreigners and eventually becoming a teacher himself. Although he once disliked creating videos and online content, he pushed through the discomfort, believing that teaching shouldn't be confined to the classroom. By embracing both roles - educator and content creator, he found a way to amplify his impact. His message is clear: whether you're a teacher or simply someone searching for your path, dare to combine roles and create your own way to share value with the world. He is known as the “million-view teacher” - a content creator with over 1.3 million followers across social media platforms. As an English teacher, he has helped countless young people overcome their fear of the language through humor and relatability. His witty, honest, and personal videos have made English more approachable than ever for Vietnamese youth. But that’s not all, netizens fondly call him “Thầy Lee”, the Vietnamese English teacher who has taken the Vietnamese language across the globe. His viral clips featuring foreigners of all ages from countries like the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, and Germany eagerly learning simple Vietnamese phrases have delighted millions and showcased the power of cultural exchange through education. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx