@javiasilis
I recently turned 32. I spent my 20s building 5 software based tech startups and projects. All of them failed. The result? • I got senior-class level experience in programming. • I developed a mindset of bringing an idea to life from conception to implementation. • Learned about marketing, sales, and engineering. • Learned how to learn on my own. • Learned how to develop relationships. • Learned how to adapt under black swan (unexpected) events. • I became frugal. I know how to use limited resources to spin-off companies. • Developed problem-solving skills (Connecting business with engineering). Now? I'm back in the game. Wiser, stronger, and more precise. I can't think what would've happened if I started later. 0 regrets. I rather live with "Dang, I tried and failed", than with "What if I had done that in the past?" Don't think twice. Take risks.
@Mychannel-y5j
That idea of not quickly upgrading your life is super powerful.
@itsmechicpalak
People who are watching it are probably wanting to do it all already; these videos never make it to people who lack motivation. Everything comes from within, no matter how much you scream. But it's still pretty good to be reminded of it once every while!
@stephaneessomba9441
20s is a magic decade, as a young man I learned a lot during this period, I took a lot of risk and I learned so much. Actually 30, I'm skilled in house building, mechanical engineering, blockchain coding and smart contract audit. Take risk and be insatiable in your 20s and you'll be reward later
@alexdennery3375
I’m 29, worked corporate after college and hated it, while saving and living at home, started a business right before getting laid off, worked on a marketing agency then covid hit, lost all my clients, moved to Mexico with a friend, grew it, started a 2nd business (janitorial) remotely, got screwed over and lost almost all my money, met another partner which brought me to living in Serbia for 2 years, had different gfs throughout all of this, now I’m rebuilding everything mostly from scratch, have traveled the world and as much as the failures caused some dark moments for me I can’t help but feel absolutely fulfilled by the fact I took risks and I learned and grew and I can’t explain the feeling but I just know that my 30s will be full of fulfillment and success and I’m more than ready for it.
@MicahBratt
Just remember this. If it feels like you're going the opposite direction of the masses, you are probably on the right track.
@pilgrimsgold767
So great. Im 24 and everybody tells me "oh, youre so young, dont hurry, youve got so much time, just enjoy it its the best time of your life, ...". And I know its pointing directly in the wrong direction; they want to be nice but actually this mindset would make my life way harder later on.
@ayoopopoola439
"You'll get to be in the room and soak up the culture." This is probably the most beautiful way I've heard this piece of wisdom put in.
@vp9262
I agree on the relationship topic: the best people will build long-term relationships in their 20s, so it becomes harder to find the right person if you start in your 30s or later.
@AngelaMartinez-g9c
Love the idea of being intentional with your time in your 20s. Surrounding yourself with good people is key - I've learned so much from the people I've met along the way. Thanks for sharing your insights!
@slytherben
Someone out there needs to hear this: if you get a dream object (car, house, watch, maybe even a superb stock portfolio) you have to think of yourself as a steward of that object. It's your obligation to preserve the object for the next owner, your offspring, or for posterity. If you do NOT think of yourself as a steward, you'll neglect and betray your dream object, maybe even damage it. If you cannot motivate yourself to be a good steward, then you need to sell the object and go find something that you are motivated to preserve. If you need an analogy, think Downton Abby - it must be preserved.
@me0101001000
I'm in my late 20s, doing a PhD, which I'll probably finish in my early 30s. Take it from me, this is all extremely relevant to me as well. I dare say that if you take really good care of yourself, these lessons will carry into your 30s as well- well, save for the mortgage/kids/career restrictions which are inevitable. But the lessons still apply.
@snap-summary
TLDR: 1. Avoid the Hedonic Treadmill 2. Embrace Hardcore Efforts Early 3. Take Risks 4. Question Parental Expectations 5. Choose Your Friends Wisely 6. Seek Stable Relationships 7. Emphasize Personal Growth Over Comfort 8. Utilize Every Opportunity
@debtfree.degrees
Thank you so much for mentioning stable relationships. I think it is so detrimental to see many people not taking relationships seriously. It prevents people from having stability, creates baggage for their actual life partner, and creates a society where people don't know how to maintain a long-term relationship.
@hassanzafar4849
By nurturing long-term relationships in your 20s, you can free your mind from the distractions of short-term flings and better concentrate on your passions.
@BronwynAlexandriaa
I’m 30 and completely mistook my 20s. I played it safe: I did corporate, moved up, sought career success in an industry I hated, sold my soul to my company, and didn’t take any risks. Guess what? I’m starting over at 30. I feel like I’m 19 again because I should have done this back then. I should have taken all the risks and pursued my dream much earlier. Take it from me - do what you love and take risks as soon as possible. Otherwise you’re delaying the inevitable and wasting a lot of time. 😅
@julianstanek_
Great advice! Doing hard things makes your life easier. Seeking uncomfortable situations will make you life more pleasurable than seeking pleasure. Kind of weird, but so true.
@Sammi84
Oh wow. Dalton just said something profound at 11:10 that I haven't heard before. Everyone becomes a centrist of whomever they are surrounded by. If they people around you are skewed to any direction, then you will too, but you'll still think you are a centrist, because that is what you see - you see the people around you.
@dajoshy
This was really relatable, as someone in my 20s and I have been mindlessly following my parents plan without considering what I want
@chapterme