“The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.”

Louis explores the often-misunderstood concept of “giving up” and the personal thresholds that define our willingness to persevere through failure. Drawing from his experiences as a repair technician and entrepreneur, Louis challenges the notion that repeated failure is a sign to quit, instead arguing that true progress comes from redefining our relationship with setbacks.

He emphasizes that viewers typically see only his successes-successful repairs, a thriving business, and a growing team-but rarely witness the extensive trial and error, the destroyed boards, and the late nights spent troubleshooting elusive problems. These unseen failures, he argues, are not just inevitable but essential to mastery.

Original Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAtlXc5quCY

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"Linus recently did a video on the security of the Amazon cashierless store. It somehow turned into an argument over white privilege, CIS men, misogony, the need for better sex ed in school for men so they know the difference between tampons and maxipads. When being criticized by a group, I think it is very important to take a look at the standards they hold for others and whether they live up to that standard whilst they crucify you. "

Rossmann critiques the way online conversations can spiral from technical topics into heated arguments about identity and societal expectations. He emphasizes the importance of holding everyone to the same standards, especially when groups criticize individuals or organizations. Rather than accepting double standards or ad hominem attacks, Rossmann urges viewers to scrutinize the values and consistency of those making public judgments.

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Original Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T38pZ9pFXA0

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Louis Rossmann shares a personal story highlighting the pitfalls of narrow expertise and the lack of basic problem-solving skills among some IT professionals. Drawing from his extensive experience in tech and repair, Louis addresses a recurring frustration: encountering so-called “specialists” who excel in one narrow area but lack the curiosity or humility to learn even the most fundamental aspects of related fields.

Through a mix of humor, frustration, and practical advice, Louis uses this story to criticize the mindset of those who take pride in their ignorance outside their specialty, arguing that real expertise requires both depth and breadth of knowledge. He emphasizes the importance of common sense, adaptability, and basic courtesy in technical work environments, making the case that being a true professional means being willing to tackle new challenges and help others, rather than hiding behind a narrow job description.

Original Video: https://youtu.be/EDJGTGBgFc4?feature=shared

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