Chapters (Powered by ChapterMe) - 00:00 - Coming Up 00:15 - Intro: How to spend your 20s 00:34 - Hedonic Treadmill 02:48 - Don't Speed Run 03:41 - Go Hardcore Early 05:44 - Seek Risks 08:23 - Parents 09:43 - Peers 12:31 - Relationships 14:16 - Commonality 15:32 - Limitations 16:53 - Good Schools 18:46 - Get In The Game 20:38 - TL;DR 21:07 - Outro
Thank you Michael plus dalton for this . I am in my twenties and starting my journey Every time someone likes it I will get reminders to do great things
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.
hey im 24, considering doing a phd in ai but not sure. whats your take , has it been beneficial for you? what do you suggest i do, go for a phd or work at a startup
@@arubittu I worked in a startup for a bit before going into a PhD (3 years). And for full transparency, I left the first program I joined because I didn't get on well with my PI and because I didn't like my research topic. So I've started over, working on something I enjoy a lot more. Make sure you do a PhD on something you are good at, you are passionate about, and are comfortable being the only person in the room that cares about that one subject. A PhD is a labor of love.
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!
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.
Really glad you guys posted this video today. My job offered me a 1-month break after I graduate college and I thought it would be better to deny that to start working and earn money but you've helped me choose to take that time off and work full-time for myself. I feel foolish for ever having thought against that and I have no doubt that this will be transformative.
Thank you, guys, for the amazing advice and expertise. I can't thank you enough for all the advice you give, and I'm very grateful for the effort and hard work you guys are putting into each video.
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.
@ it’s your choice. If you don’t want to be a steward, sell. If you don’t want to build a legacy for your offspring and secure their future, stay single and chase your passion
You have to do stuff sooner or later. Minimize early, don't waste time collect the dots but to connect the dots. Risk-takers are smart people. Source: Daily Science.
One question. Startups are little different than the traditional businesses. So when we evaluate a startup or startup idea, should we follow the traditional business knowledge? Thank You guys and team | YCombinator
My advice, become vegan, learn Kung fu, learn Tai chi, learn Zen meditation, Chinese medicine, deepen your inner practice to access your inherent wisdom, be kind, thoughtful, cherish the earth. Live a simple life free from material attachment.
I am afraid i have to disagree. I am with Plato. Startups begin at 40. Love of learning. I would rather spend my twenties learning if that is an option, live life, at 60 u want to surf. Not happening. There are always some bright stars break out. Aberrations and outliers. The same 20 year olds that have start ups only want to hire Phds. They are not giving those in ur 20s. Lets count the Nobels in 20s. Just the simplification of 10,000 hours, even if i go there, be cautious. No short cut to Rome.
what's worst that can happen, hmm nothing special if you are from retired country - third world country 😃. In my early twenties had health issue it was cooked now at late 20s trying to push hardcore, seeking risk and opportunity. Wish to spend decent time hanging out in YC with folks, being successful entrepreneur and joining YC as group partner investor, but last one maybe belongs more to a dream. Anyway Dalton & Michael legends 🤍
Chapters (Powered by ChapterMe) -
00:00 - Coming Up
00:15 - Intro: How to spend your 20s
00:34 - Hedonic Treadmill
02:48 - Don't Speed Run
03:41 - Go Hardcore Early
05:44 - Seek Risks
08:23 - Parents
09:43 - Peers
12:31 - Relationships
14:16 - Commonality
15:32 - Limitations
16:53 - Good Schools
18:46 - Get In The Game
20:38 - TL;DR
21:07 - Outro
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
That idea of not quickly upgrading your life is super powerful.
Thank you Michael plus dalton for this .
I am in my twenties and starting my journey
Every time someone likes it
I will get reminders to do great things
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.
its 2024 nobody is having kids in their 30s and nobody is definitely buying a house
hey im 24, considering doing a phd in ai but not sure. whats your take , has it been beneficial for you? what do you suggest i do, go for a phd or work at a startup
@@arubittu I worked in a startup for a bit before going into a PhD (3 years). And for full transparency, I left the first program I joined because I didn't get on well with my PI and because I didn't like my research topic. So I've started over, working on something I enjoy a lot more.
Make sure you do a PhD on something you are good at, you are passionate about, and are comfortable being the only person in the room that cares about that one subject. A PhD is a labor of love.
Nobodies doing home mortgages anymore that’s boomer shet .
It’s the get rich or die trying era. The age of the have yachts and the have-nots
Turning 21 next year, lots going on, hopefully things turn out right, cuz I can't imagine if it doesn't, this better work out
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!
Slow and Steady Wins
I like that the focus on the video is on how to be successful financially and not waste your 20s
Watching this 5 months early:D
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.
Really glad you guys posted this video today. My job offered me a 1-month break after I graduate college and I thought it would be better to deny that to start working and earn money but you've helped me choose to take that time off and work full-time for myself. I feel foolish for ever having thought against that and I have no doubt that this will be transformative.
one of the best YC videos
awesome, i have 20 and this video helped me a lot
Michael's comment on relationships is literally a question I've had on my mind all year as a founder in his 20s. Thanks for being real on that man.
Thank you, guys, for the amazing advice and expertise. I can't thank you enough for all the advice you give, and I'm very grateful for the effort and hard work you guys are putting into each video.
In 2 months i turn 20
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.
Tyler Durden disagrees: "The things that you own end up owing you"
@ it’s your choice. If you don’t want to be a steward, sell. If you don’t want to build a legacy for your offspring and secure their future, stay single and chase your passion
@@slytherben if I buy a car, even a fancy one, it's just a tool for me to get from point A to B. Nothing more.
@@open_ckt ok sounds good
Great timing of the video, just turned 21 😂. As a applicant from a third world country, I agree the most you can do is try your best.
So i'm watching this 2 years late 😂
I am thirty in two months and this hits hard
Im 33 in 1 month, dont worry bro
You have to do stuff sooner or later.
Minimize early, don't waste time collect the dots but to connect the dots.
Risk-takers are smart people. Source: Daily Science.
watching this at late 20s. :(
😂
@@kenilpatel8427?
at 29 and 364 days you still have a chance but the next day its over
@@milanlabus1582 true
Consistency is what is missing
One question. Startups are little different than the traditional businesses. So when we evaluate a startup or startup idea, should we follow the traditional business knowledge?
Thank You guys and team | YCombinator
most people in their 30s arent havings kids or buying a house so all of this still applies to people in their 30s, 40s and 50s
My advice, become vegan, learn Kung fu, learn Tai chi, learn Zen meditation, Chinese medicine, deepen your inner practice to access your inherent wisdom, be kind, thoughtful, cherish the earth. Live a simple life free from material attachment.
I applied to YC in time but still haven't received feedback
Okay
Take more Risks
Show Proof
I think they are talking about the AI Revolution.
A vid made for me 😅
I am afraid i have to disagree. I am with Plato. Startups begin at 40.
Love of learning. I would rather spend my twenties learning if that is an option, live life, at 60 u want to surf. Not happening.
There are always some bright stars break out. Aberrations and outliers.
The same 20 year olds that have start ups only want to hire Phds. They are not giving those in ur 20s.
Lets count the Nobels in 20s.
Just the simplification of 10,000 hours, even if i go there, be cautious.
No short cut to Rome.
Any advice for 31 year olds? 😅
H
I'm the 8th viewer.
I’m 24 What advice do you give me ?
groupthink advice with no new value
Dalton and Michael in a video ? Click ! 🖱👆
what's worst that can happen, hmm nothing special if you are from retired country - third world country 😃. In my early twenties had health issue it was cooked now at late 20s trying to push hardcore, seeking risk and opportunity. Wish to spend decent time hanging out in YC with folks, being successful entrepreneur and joining YC as group partner investor, but last one maybe belongs more to a dream. Anyway Dalton & Michael legends 🤍