How do I AFFORD All This LEGO?!
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- Опубликовано: 20 сен 2024
- Today, I answer the ultimate question: how do I pay for all this LEGO? Join me for a life retrospective and DuckBricks origin story!
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As a business owner for over 30 years and a Lego collector very impressed by what you have accomplished at a young age . We need more people like you in the world keep up the great work
I agree
The Bionicle wall never fails to bring a tear to the eye
Keep on going, “Team Duck!” (yes, made it to that portion of the video!)
Babe wake up DuckBricks origin story just dropped 😁
Lego men origins: Duck Bricks
The duckbricks lore just got even deeper🤞
It's so impressive to see what you've achieved in the last few years. Simply insane.
The question we’ve all been waiting for. My man is loaded!
Indeed!
And his parents before him.
Basically, he can afford all this Lego by exchanging money for it. Makes sense.
Subscribe to this guy he has awesome animations
In short. lmfao. My man won Lego masters after all, and that prize pool was no small token, even if split with Robert. 😂
turns out going down the stairs backwards wasn't this guy's most impressive trait
I really respect your grind. Im coming up on almost 4000 LEGO sets, and curating a collection as large as yours takes years. I've been doing this for almost 16 years now and it feels so surreal looking back.
How
So put it simply, Chris is loaded
This man has not aged, the fact he drops this crazy bombshell on how he loves technology and works at Microsoft and was making apps at 14 is just crazy
Obviously chris is very driven and would have become a successful businessman no matter what situation he is put in, but he really glossed over the fact that his parents are RICH. He mentions that he went to Lakeside for middle school and High school, which is ~$40,000 per year (assuming no scholarships) for 7 years. He lives in Bellevue, WA which is the richest suburb of Seattle, not to mention the yearly trips overseas his whole life that he has talked about in his various travel videos. All due respect for the incredibly hard work he put in over the years to get to where he is now, but to really answer “how do I afford it all?”, he had a huge collection before it became self financed
Money breeds money it's not a big deal
I will say, he may come from money, but he had interest for the people around him, he could be ultra rich with his background and skills and still he tries to solve problems for the people, so instead of focusing on how much luck he had at birth, he has used that luck for the good I feel. Don't be jealous because not all of us had the same opportunities, but he's open about it, he shares, and he at least tries to help others, which is better than must of the rich kids you will found nowadays.
👆 This, exactly, hopefully he won't delete this comment. That is the first thing to mention, would not have all of these opportunities if he didn't have a start already higher than most kids.
But the point is that he made use of them @@DarayaVahu
This 100%. Not saying he’s not extremely driven and successful but he had a leg up on 99% of the population.
Bro is fr Batman, has cool stuff, loaded and has a cool room which has the cool stuff
Team duck. This has been my favourite video of yours to watch man, truly impressive drive and relentlessness and achieving this much at the very young age of 24?!! I gotta rethink my own life!
Also nice to see you mentioning a Portuguese writer, Saramago. Now I feel I should also read Blindness!
This means a lot, THANK YOU Tiago! Huge, huge fan of your work both at LEGO and with your channel. You are a big inspiration to me!
Wow that’s the type of AI I can root for. Really cool to hear about trying to solve food waste! Keep up the good work!
Knew it was either going to be a start in IT, consulting, or financial services to start out haha. Nonetheless congrats in all of your business endeavors, hopefully the museum comes to fruition soon
The amount of side gigs that you've been doing is simply amazing. You are such a young man with so much potential. Keep up your good work!
You are such a sweetheart Chris. Not many real ones today who value morality and helping others over profit.
This whole video is actually crazy, so much respect bro holy crap
It's still is
sometimes im forgetting that there are still genuine good people in the world...
You could have just said you are a supernatural genius! Congrats.
I’m surprised you didn’t call the channel brick historian cause you’ve pretty much collected event set from the past 20 years
You have achieved what every 2000s kid wished they could do
Teamduck! I rarely post comments on RUclips. I have many interests that I follow on RUclips, with Lego being one of them. I always come back to your videos on reviews, as I really enjoy your enthusiasm and passion. I did not think I would watch the whole video through, but I was blown away by how genuine and personal it was and the positive messages it conveyed. I especially was moved by your Pillbot journey, and fascinated by the Existential Despair class you took. I am way past my prime for changing the world but by listening to your story, have renewed hopes for my daughter and what she could one day accomplish. Wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Sincerely,
A New Subscriber
Thank you SO much for the kind words and support! It is never too late to change the world but that is amazing how you are raising future changemakers - thank you!!
I can put it simply: whether you're a man or a woman, how you afford something is your own business. The issue today is that people are too focused on others' finances. Even if you explain, they'll still envy you.
I don’t care how you can afford it.
I just appreciate the content.
Wow, I wish my Christmas morning looked like yours
That's a great whirlwind of a life story, so far, Chris! You're a modern day Renaissance Man!
Team Duckbricks!
Next question... where do you find the time to do all this??? Working full time with a family I barely have any time for my LEGO content.
Team duck. This just got recommended to me by the algo and I clicked on it on a whim because I was curious about the amount of lego you actually had. I'm nearly twice your age (and don't have any where near as many accomplishments) but this was a really great video... very captivating and interesting! I felt like I learned a lot. I wouldn't mind seeing you talk more about your experiences in starting, building, and selling companies. Great job. Subscribed :)
Damn. Smart guy. I loved Lego in when I was younger too - I think I’m actually older than you. Graduated high school in 09. And I still love Lego and have a large collection that pisses my wife off semi regularly - except, I joined the army and deployed in 2012 to Afghanistan. Got out, became addicted, lost everything. I’m a recovering addict now, with many years…. A beautiful family and son, and a good (yet minimum wage job) I supplement my Lego habit by buying and reselling Lego and electronics on eBay. You sir have an impressive if not insane job list.) to think that I get overwhelmed with my one measly job.
But, I LOVE YOUR COLLECTION. KEEP IT UP
Wow dude, this is an incredible story. You definitely optimize your time like a legend! Keep up the great work. Also great seeing your lego marvel animations, incredible
The merch in the back at 0:44 is so cool. Hopefully he has more copies to put on whatnot.
I'm 25 minutes in; I literally just submitted my phd thesis in experimental quantum tech and this makes me feel I haven't achieved enough in life lmao.
Sir. I have the attention span of a squirrel. If something doesn't interest me I lose focus and move on. This is a MOVIE! I have never found someone so interesting ever. You have LIVED my guy. The knowledge and experience you have at your age is a life times worth. Bravo! Now I need to do more with mine 😅
First and for most, this is an amazing story, well put together video, so many emotions in one single run, proof that you are brilliant, a lot of things stood with me from this video, like having to fund yourself your Legos, and that actually pushing you to create business to pay for it, on top of your other investments, while been responsible, but the story of Pillbot and how healthcare in the US is run by money, knowing that you had your ethical reasons to pursue ending with opioid addiction, but knowing that it was not going to be profitable that way, puts on top your moral which is also a key aspect on your success I believe, with all your intelligence and business perspective you could be extremely rich, but you have build considering the others, from an early age helping out in Kenya, its been fun to follow you for some years, looking at your love for Lego, but knowing the backstory kind of makes me happy that you put some time to give us this videos while doing all this things. From another Lego lover, also entrepreneur out of my love for the hobbies, we need more people like you in this world. I hope I will be able to meet you at some point in the future. This is one of the inspiring videos I will keep in my mind. Team Duck! Chat Businesses
Dude! You're so impressive! I really enjoyed this video about your life's journey so far.
Means a lot, thank you!!
His Lego collection is worth more than most people's 401Ks....😂
The many reasons why we all do Lego is very interesting and how we are able to buy the sets. What was I supposed to write in the comment section if I watch video till the end? Duck bricks? Chicken wings? Pill box?
This is the most astounding and interesting look into the life of an entrepreneur
This was an incredibly enjoyable video
team duck
bro you’re mad inspirational that’s so impressive
You are perfectly placed to create and design a Lego built, ai sorting machine for which you can then sell the plans and design for. Get on it Mr VC! Haha
TEAM DUCK! Christopher, this was an amazing video and I am grateful that you made it. Watching you on Lego Masters I knew you were a special individual, but I had no idea the things you have achieved at such a young age. I look forward to watching your journey in the future.
Team Duck! Great Story.
Thank you so much Chris for sharing your life with us! It was one of the best days of my life when I got to meet you at Brickworld Chicago this year. I got to talk a few different times with you and get a photo with you! After your video today, I feel like I "know" you. Congratulations on everything and good luck in all your current and future endeavors. God Bless! ❤
More important question, have you ever fallen walking backwards down those stairs?
Wow. I thought this guy just... bought Lego. 😳
Thank you for sharing your story. As a college student currently trying to find my way through the world, it's so valuable to me to hear about your experiences and insight.
For what it's worth (from a stranger's perspective, based only on the limited info in this video), I think you made the right choice not to sell PillBot. There are already enough ways in which corporations can take advantage of people. Thank you for staying strong and keeping one away from them.
32:05 Bro casually just invented auto-bed levelling, the greatest innovation in 3d printing since the patent expired lol
Mad respect, Chris. Team Duck!
This man is a freaking genius. Question, could you use your media company to make something little for Lego to bring back bionicle.
I love that your motivation to become a successful entrepreneur was that you wanted to be able to buy all the Lego you want 😂
What was your favorite theme as a kid?
ur lego colection is crazy i love ducks and lego perfect youtuber for me im ur new subcriber!!!
Team Duck (though most anyone could have skipped the middle and still landed at this point). Aside from the compliments on a well-formed entrepreneurship and managerial life, I would like to ponder a question. Not to presume you haven't already researched the question, as you do seem to be, but have you considered non-USA based health businesses for your PillBot? America as it stands has the most money-grubbing/selfish healthcare systems among the developed countries. While you may be able to get a bit more money by sacrificing your morals with the capitalist-health, you seem to be someone who could find connections in other countries that may be more about the health of their country than the USA. Just a thought. Good video to listen to while working on research (you've definitely got a good idea not pursuing a higher degree).
So you are caked ? I think we got that !
WOW! Absolutely blown away by all your work and you've definitely inspired me with this video :)
I guess the next question is what did your parents do that gave you all these insane opportunities
Great video. You are only 24 and already have had a life's worth of experiences. Thanks for sharing.
He's Tony Stark!
A very inspiring explanation of how you got to where you are, thank you. I just wish I had your entrepreneurial brain! I've tried with several different, as they say 'side hustles' but not much has come from them. Your story of the ideas and apps you've come up with at your age is incredible! Congratulations and thank you for a great video! 👌😀
Thank you for the kind words, and I always love to say - even if the side hustles don’t work out, it’s all about the lessons you learn from them so the next ones are even better!! 💪💪
Generational wealth.
Amazing story, I am very impressed
25:16, let me pitch that thing 🤣🤣🤣
Team Duck… very interesting journey. Wishing you continued success in your current and future endeavors!
Inspiring stories dear Chris! Keep on dreaming, inventing and inspiring! 🙌🏻👍🏻😊
In middle school and High school, all I was doing was worrying about finishing my homework lol. Goddamn what am I doing with my life lol.
Better q? Is how do you find the time to build and organize Lego w all the ventures
He has so many that if one of them went missing he probably wouldn't notice for a month lol
Team Duck. Great video. You’re an inspiration to all of us.
Team Duck!
Team duck!!! also make another life goal to save Lego monkie kid!! lol
This was very inspiring. Your story made big impression on my. I'm similar to you but never took my shots at starting products or project I had in mind. I was to afraid and lazy to take action and sticked to my save space. After hearing your story I will make sure to do more of want I and don't listen to my doubts.
What a career from such a young age, and still going!
Team Duck! Keep going!
Wow this really was inspiring, team duck.
Team Duck. I will be honest with you. I was not a fan of you at all on Lego Masters. I had no idea who you were and you were portrayed as this obnoxious, disrespectful, annoying twit. There was a chat about this on a Lego group one day and Emilee actually commented on it about how what we saw wasn't really you. I decided to hope onto to RUclips and see what you were like away from the show. You're like an entirely different person! I give you a lot of credit and respect for what you have achieved at such a young age starting in high school! This video is my favorite one you've made because you really show your human side and how much you actually care which is lovely to see.
Team Duck! Good work fella!
TEAM DUCK!!!
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Ok, i thought your dad paid for all the Lego😀
You could use a rolling cabinet storage system.
I dont have your age, even a simmilar background, education, location, ethnics. I cant be more far from you as person, then the gender, loving to help and bricks. But i have a hole lot of RESPECT of everything you do. Its really inspiring. I wish you a lot of success with your unstoppabale effort and spirit. Great! Hope you get some sleep time to time, or spend it for you
Thanks for sharing your story,
Team duck! Really glad you shared your experiences and perspectives on life. Going through some changes myself professionally and this video is just the perfect reminder and motivation needed. Also planning on checking out the book you recommended.
Awesome, thanks for the kind words, and enjoy the book!!
So the answer is be a super hardworking genius with endless dedication and inspiration to make the world a better place…
Geese, was kind of hoping for an easier way to afford this hobby lol.
Love the context DuckBricks! Thanks for the video and keep on keeping on!
What an amazing journey! I feel very lazy with my one job of 17+ years 😂
HOW IS THIS NOT A TED TALK
It’s Called A JOB! People.
Have you thought about selling bot as an innovation targeted to adults who have parents in elderly age who don’t know which pills and what day/times to take them?
Yes! I did try to make that happen, but the retail pill dispensing space is sooo tough to crack - there’s a lot of really good solutions already out there that are better for the elderly (multiple meds in one large, stationary device, etc). It was an interesting idea though!
Short answer: he’s a master thief and ninja
Team Duck! This was such an inspiring video. Thank you for sharing. I wish you all the best for a prosperous future ahead. 🐤
wow- very inspiring story
You’re a very intelligent, accomplished man for someone your age! Very impressive! The collection is awesome and I hope you continue to succeed in life bro! 👏
Means a lot, thank you!!
Short answer: bro is a genius
Love your style and ethics, I have been watching you for a while now. I also restarted collecting lego, think I have most of Elves sets now. :}
I ♥️ LEGO
Fanbloodytastic, Team Duck 👍🏻
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I’m barely keeping up with one job. I’m surprised you can do so much and still do RUclips.
Team Duck! great video, it was fun to get your success story
Thank you, it means a lot but there is still so much more to go!!
Proud of you, Kabayan🙂
I was thinking about this thanks for making this bro good for you 👍
Team Duck
Seriously impressed by your and your partners’ courage and success
Thank you so much!!
Really inspiring video Thankyou
Team duck✌
To summarise…..he comes from a reasonably well off family (how else does a 10 or 11 year old afford to travel to Kenya once a year and bring friends with him?), probably doesn’t have college debt, has a high paying job at Microsoft and makes a reasonable amount from his side gigs including his channel. 🤔🤷
Pretty sure the school thing was by his school
15:45 Dr Bricker!
Ayy, I also work with cloud. Cheers and goodluck moving forward.
Awesome! It’s a fun business to be in, back at ya!