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1: Shower - Dress confidently even if you don't have to 2 Set example for others - set the bar on how hard you want others to work 3: Strech Goal - Aim for a higher goal 4: Develop wide knowledge base - Develop specific knowledge but also try to learn more broad things to help you 5: Always asume you could improve

*I think it’s very important to have a feedback loop, where you’re constantly thinking about what you’ve done and how you could be doing it better* such a great quote

#1. He doesnt watch youtube videos about how people get shit done

I was going to add this to my watch later then realised how ironic that would be.

Watching this instead of being productive

Bonus lessons! This video was already long enough with 5 lessons, but I originally identified 9 when I was researching the topic. Here's a brief look at the other four: 1. When you hit a roadblock, don't accept the standard solution. Within the aerospace industry, SpaceX has historically been seen as a bunch of "cowboys" for the seemingly haphazard way they approach everything from testing to launches. But this cowboy mentality can work to their advantage. SpaceX engineers are well known for loading new code onto their rockets during launch prep when bugs are found. Other companies would often delay launches by weeks when similar problems cropped up. 2. Make sure you have skin in the game. Part of Elon’s work ethic stems from the fact that he’s personally invested in his projects. While other companies are content to take investor money, Musk’s companies - while also investor and government-backed - got off the ground because Musk himself put his own fortune on the line in order to make them possible. By being personally invested in his companies, Musk knew that their failure would also mean his own financial failure - while he certainly wouldn’t be out on the street, it would at least represent a huge, huge loss. This level of personal commitment evokes the "back against the wall" strategy, which stems from the many historical examples which prove that human beings are much more driven, creative, and productive when they feel that they’re up against a wall; that there’s no way out but to fight through. 3. Work towards something you believe in. The majority of Musk’s work ethic is generated by his conviction that humans need to reach Mars, and to eventually become a multi-planetary society. This huge, audacious goal is what drives Musk - and while many will say it’s impossible, or that it at least won’t happen in Musk’s lifetime, this goal has driven him and the teams at his companies to achieve other things that people thought impossible as well. 4. Break your schedule into small chunks. Musk uses a technique called time-boxing in order to break his day into 5-minute chunks. This allows him to fit in all the responsibilities that come along with running two companies, but time-boxing is a strategy that also creates some pressure - and as you probably know from the last time you procrastinated on an English paper, only to write the whole thing in one glorious, Red Bull-fueled all-nighter, time pressure is a motivating factor.

The first point is soooooooooo accurate when I go to school I dress up and do work and come home feeling great but when I have my off days I don't shower or put anything on and as the day progresses I feel like shit

This is financial advice and I never give financial advice: DONT LEAVE DURING THE BEAR. If you don’t want to invest…learn. If you don’t want to learn…build. If you don’t want to build observe. DO SOMETHING…other than leave. There is so much opportunity here. Take advantage!

“I hope your life is plagued with dissatisfaction, that way you keep getting better and better.” - Bob Ross

Within 1:30 min I totally agree with Elon Musk im showering.Literally, when I was in highschool,I showered every morning regardless of people telling my hair would get dry or whatever. I also showered bc I played sports and sometimes would shower 2x a day but still... showering in the morning just made me feel more rejuvinated even when only sleeping like 3 hours of sleep. When I woke up too late to shower,I would just feel so out of it. A shower changed how I felt the whole day. Never underestimate a good, relaxing shower.

My cousin works for tesla and he absolutely loves the work grind there.

1. shower - get ready! 2. set the example- more time on task than anyone else 3. be ambitious and set stretch goals 4. ask questions! and learn as much as possible about everything (yet attain mastery in one area atleast) 5. how can you be more effective?

I've been reading Elon Musk's biography and I must say... That dude does some incredible things! He's motivating me a lot while I'm going through my college classes.

Man, I gotta say... This video came at a perfect time for me. The last few months I've been stagnant in my business and life in general. I've been playing tons of video games and not pushing myself like I used to. I randomly saw your video pop up, watched it, and realized all the things I knew but wasn't implementing. I love your channel, Thomas! It's really awesome. You're an inspiration to a lot of people, myself including! Keep up the hard work, man.

Sounds a lot like like Ceaser. Walks with his legions, makes an example by fighting at the front lines, always at the center of all attention, takes himself seriously, takes on seemingly unachievable battles, wide knowledge base of diplomacy and military service, questioning experts and he questioned himself as well. I just read Con Igguldens books on him tho... Mby a little romanticised.

I've been reading a biography on Steve Jobs and the part about setting unrealistic goals that fall short but still get the most out of employees is exactly the sort of thing Steve Jobs did

Thank you for popping into my subscription box whilst I am procrastinating! Fab as usual! Love from England 😊💕

Thomas, have you considered making a video focusing on performance anxiety? I often find that procrastination and unproductivity can be linked to this and not to problems with motivation etc.

This was one of my favourite videos of yours, so much great advice

This was a really well made video, especially compared to the usual "top 10 tips from successful people" videos

very helpful. thanks thomas!

I actually apply the "growth mindset" for everything in my life, from how to improve my study to how to do dishes or shower in a more efficient way. I just can't help but think about how I can do better. Ps.: Elon is the most awesome guy ever!

Wow. This video is the most straightforward I've seen. No bs intros, only straight up information. Thanks!

I wish I discovered your channel when you first started uploaded videos. I've watched many of your videos to remind myself that anything can be accomplished if I work smart, hard, and commit to it. Thank you for being so awesome! And I love your podcast as well :3

You are so incredibly well spoken.

Elon Musk invented inventions.

I'm currently reading Power of Habits, and Musk's answer about showering sounds like a "key stone habit." A small habit that links to a lot of your other habits.

showering is a really good time to reflect, and creative ideas happening when one relaxes. It refreshes your mind and you can operate better after a long day of work.

Super cool video, I really appreciate the fact that you don't upload like ten videos a week, so that you can focus on fewer, better quality videos.

Another perfectly-timed video. Great work! :D

This is by far one of the most useful videos I've ever watched on KZfaq. Well done Thomas, the presentation was awesome!

1. Take care of your appearance 2. Be an example 3. Stretch goals beyond your capabilities 4. T-knowledge base, expert and broad knowledge in many areas 5. Growth mindset

That was such a suave transition into a promo link. Respect. I'll sign up :)

I didn't even notice the transition to the skill share ad , it is very relevant . ♥

This is one of the best videos you have done to date Thomas. Great job!

Thanks Thomas! Appreciate you sharing all of your videos. You’ll go very far man.

I just had a Fluid Dynamics exam this morning. 🤯

Very inspiring! I'm a medical student, who wrote a fantasy novel and trying to make a website to market it. The people around me told me to only focus on one thing. Yeah, of course medicine will always be my number one priority in terms of learning, but it's not wrong to learn things beyond your specialty, given that you're able to manage your time.

Hey dude... found you when I was searching yt for productivity. Really enjoyed this breakdown... Building a prototype, vids like this help me get through long coding sessions. Cheers.

Big fan of your videos.Keep up the good work,bro.

Such a great video, Tom. Highly recommended to watch! I actually practice most of what you preached without really reflecting on it. I like the whole 'T-shaped' skillset that you mentioned, I am definitely striving to be that person and I won't stop!

The only channel, for which I have notifications ON

Yo Thomas, just wanted to say that you make great videos and very helpful!! Keep it up!!

solid and so neat. Gonna watch all of your videos my man

This channel gets me ROCK HARD

See the TED talk: "If you want to change the world, start by making your bed"

Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new. If you spend too much time thinking about a thing, you’ll never get it done. The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. In life, people tend to wait for good things to come to them. And by waiting, they miss out. Hi guys!! Let me just share a quick story with you guys. :) We own a cookie shop business in our college town. When we first started it, we were living in our car with very little direction, just a huge passion to be successful. We just graduated college as well. We started the late night cookie shop out of a local bagel shop in their off hours at night. We were living in our car in the parking lot of the shop at the time with my boyfriend, Bran. It was a crazy experience but it worked! We became a success! And now we have 2 storefront locations in New Jersey and Florida! We started it to fund a year long backpacking trip around the world and to be successful while living the life of our dreams.

loved this video.. thanks for uploading man

I thought you would mention first principles thinking, since that is a big part of Elon's work ethic. Could you maybe approach that topic in another video? Loved this video anyway!

This is so inspiring. I know, you love Elon Musk too, everyone does.

Earned yourself a subscription for this video. Love how you explain the concepts in this video. Keep up the great work!

My favorite youtuber talking about my favorite innovator. What could get better than this? Thanks, Thomas!

I believe he brainstorms and comes up with ideas in the shower

The most important lesson one gets from musk and any other guy who achieved something in his life is STOP TAKING LESSONS FROM OTHER PEOPLE AND WATCH MOTIVATIONAL SHIT AND GO OUT AND ACTUALLY DO SOMETHING. Success is not a science it is the will to persevere and succeed.

I joined skill share with one of your links, a 'master post' on your recommended courses would be super appreciated. I am chronically ill and while I am too sick for formal education atm, I still want to learn and grow and I'm sure others who follow would enjoy seeing courses from people you love. Sorry if this has been asked before, love your channel!

Your videos are so well presented and documented!! Thank you so much

One role model makes a video on the other role model. Today is a good day.

Great video :)

Your videos are like a simple roadmap to success. Not literally, but they make it more perceivable.

I spend my most of day wasting time on internet. At night I watch your videos on youtube and it fill me with enthusiasm to do something but at morning struggle with myself continues. Your videos helped me a lot. Thank you so much for making them.

The author of his biography should sponsor this video! That book just jumped to the top of my to read list.

Very inspiring video, thanks to Thomas Frank.

Thanks Thomas Frank. Keep doing what you are doing.

I love this channel ❤. I'm a business student and I've been having a hard time the last semester. I was totally unmotivated and I felt like I was not doing anything productive. When I watch these videos I feel like I'm able to do so much more and that it's only my own lazy behaviour that makes me so useless. I've become much more motivated and I realise now that what I'm doing can be important and that have to learn this. Thanks ^^ , I wish you'd upload more , but you're so productive that it's difficult I imagine. Especially liked the Video about study spaces.

Could you do a similar video for Gabe Newell or Valve, and their weird hierarchy and work culture? It seems almost opposite of the one described at Tesla or from Elon Musk, and it would be interesting for a compare/contrast follow-up video.

"When the boss stops rowing, don't be surprised if everyone else rests." -Old saying

Thanks a lot for making this video. I watched all of your videos and all of them are practical.

Thank you Thomas . Your videos always inspire me . Keep creating such videos .😃

6:55 Musk knowledge is square shaped: he has in-depth knowledge of everything. Climate change, AI, car stuff, space stuff, boring stuff... the list goes on

Man, your videos really are the best! Thank you very much!

I always get something new to learn in your videos . Thank you Thomas . Keep creating more of such nice videos .

I feel he's just more open about what he's working on then most companies. billionaires are private which creates the illusion he gets a lot more done than others. Germans tend to be secretive and released things when they're absolutely perfect, when Americans make a show of something in development.

Elon Musk is a machine

I have the same mind set and from this confirms that I am on the right path to achieving everything to be a better person.

You motivate me for being better. Thank you for your videos! Greetings from México.

Have you ever heard of Olin Collegeof Engineering? I’m a student there. It’s an awesome, young engineering school that’s big on the growth mindset concept that you brought up. We’re all engineers, but we also have to dabble in design, entrepreneurship, science, and the humanities if we want to graduate.

You forgot the other part: “Jack of all trades, master of none -oft better than the master of one.”

I just came up to your channel and I loved it. Thanks for all the tips and advices!

Great info. Especially the "T" shaped learning information. Much appreciated!

Hi my name is Elon and I'm dyslexic.

Elon Musk tries not to elongate his musk by showering every day.

Thank you for the video! Very inspiring. All the best :)

1st vid I’ve seen on this channel, well done. Subbed

I shower to get away from everyone and think. Showers are an amazing place to do math, strategize, reflect, and re-center. Oh, and you come out cleaner if that matters to you lol.

elon musk is a goddess

Wow, great content and even better delivery! Felt like you were talking to me personally with how HD and closeup your face was. I laughed a little when you introduced SkillShare because it seemed like a really elaborate advertisement in the end, but even the advertised product has great content!

Thanks brother..awesome lesson and reminder🤩💪🏾

maaaan!!. have patience on the keyboard :-)

Can you zoom-out a little bit for the next video? I would love to see your hand gesture too. Thanks dude

Just ran into this while sitting bored af because of my thesis. And when i a see man who quizes engineering just to learn something, well that's a motivation. I occasionally open your videos when i don't want to study anymore, thank you Thomas!

After this video, I can truly say that I respect you. One of the best videos so far!

"If it ain't broke, don't fix it" Hey, that's my quote.

I have one question that I can't get out of my head since I finished Elon Musks biography: How can you stand 80 hours of work every week, without getting burned out?

I was about writing a comment about being constantly tired and suddenly I've noticed that you already made a video about that topic. You're amazing, thank you Thomas. :3

Awesome Awesome Awesome! Thanks for summing so much things up into this single video .ALL THE BEST

❤️❤️❤️

Gonna go take a shower and clean my room now...

I've been seeking this vague feeling of what kind of person I want to be. I knew what it was by heart but I couldn't put a name on it, and now I can. Elon Musk. Thomas, thanks for taking the time & resources to create this video about Elon Musk. I appreciate it!

Thank You: I just applied the 1st suggestion now... and it really worked!