How to find and do work you love | Scott Dinsmore | TEDxGoldenGatePark (2D)

Scott Dinsmore's mission is to change the world by helping people find what excites them and build a career around the work only they are capable of doing. He is a career change strategist whose demoralizing experience at a Fortune 500 job launched his quest to understand why 80% of adults hate the work they do, and more importantly, to identify what the other 20% were doing differently. His research led to experiences with thousands of employees and entrepreneurs from 158 countries. Scott distilled the results down to his Passionate Work Framework - three surprisingly simple practices for finding and doing work you love, that all happen to be completely within our control. He makes his career tools available free to the public through his community at LiveYourLegend.net
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[@MisterF_1984]

"If you don't know what you're looking for you're never going to find it" Well that's me fucked.

[@pete5668]

+Mister F Me too!

[@wayteyy]

+Mister F Yeah but what he's saying is, it doesn't matter.. Just do things you're passionate in, and the rest will come.

[@aeronuy4295]

+Daniel Wayte thats the problem idk what im passionate in. or what im good at. or what i love.

[@pete5668]

aeron uy You are not the only one.

[@lancer717]

+aeron uy I'm 26...college graduate...you are not alone :(

[@sarthakjoshi9824]

2012 - gives very motivating ted talk 2015- dead after a accident 2020- his ted talk is just superhit since 2012. Hope god gives this men rest in heaven

[@mday4183]

Oh man... Hopefully his walk with God was right above all. Careers are temporary.

[@dddeadlift]

Wow really

[@najeebkhan2684]

East Bay entrepreneur, author Scott Dinsmore killed while climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

[@MetalBere]

🙏😔

[@Lifeoutloudwithkari]

At least he was doing something he dreamed of doing!

[@telepathictortoise3021]

alrighty then, I'm becoming a hotel bed tester

[@lucymwangi7509]

TelepathicTortoise hahaha...😂

[@theophilusomogbai9491]

Lol...Damn!!

[@Rachel-so3zb]

TelepathicTortoise FUN!!!

[@JPSullivanMusic]

there are actually jobs where you lay in hotel beds to warm them up for guests in China

[@audreyandremington5265]

I bet you that you could win Got Talent! A telepath could also probably join the Avengers. 😉 Who needs strenth and speed when you can defeat villans by sitting and thinking!

[@Mahmoud-ko9eb]

"The fastest way to do things you don't think can be done, is to surround yourself with people already doing them."

[@Tramikins]

Everyone is trying to get more motivated and achieve their dreams and goals... And then there's me with no dreams or goals 😓

[@sisteryaya24]

DIY Monster Maybe you're already living your dream and you just don't know it yet. Are you happy just the way things are? If so, sounds like a great place to be.

[@Tramikins]

The thing is, I'm not happy 😕 It just feels like I can do so much more yet I don't know what to do 😭

[@sisteryaya24]

Yes, I've been there many times. Have you thought about trying out a few things to see where your passions may reside? What are you naturally good at and do you like doing that? Sometimes you just have to get out there and start doing something and then you can start eliminating the things that don't hold your interest. There is something out there or inside of you that will spark your passion. Some people know what that is right away and some folks like us have to search for it and that's okay. Sounds like it's time to experiment! Good luck! Have fun!

[@Tramikins]

Thank you for taking your time to reply to my comment 💘 That helped a lot! Thank you so much 😊

[@Huang59]

DIY Monster by reading your account name, I know already your passion. :) cheers

[@QuickTalks]

RIP Scott - Very inspiring fellow. Here's the summary of his talk "What is the work you CAN'T NOT do?" [1st step is to become an expert on yourself] -Analyze your strengths, find out what you naturally enjoy doing. -Discover your values: What is "Success" for you? Is it being very rich? Very healthy? Having a big family? [2nd do the impossible] -Challenge yourself more and more. The more you accomplish, the more you realize you CAN accomplish [3rd surround yourself with the right people] -Make friends with people who are positive and doing the things that you wish you could be doing. Your environment is definitely something you can change -Do you have any negative people in your life? Get rid of them - they're not helping you These are all things you can control, so figure out what it is you need to do and do it.

[@iReebzy]

Fantastic

[@paytonshirtcliff3606]

lol it not evn dat big

[@c.t.6314]

QuickTalks awesome advice, this video was completely eye opening and has helped me in choosing my career path...amazing...so freaking amazing!

[@mimibaby666]

Appreciated :) Thx a a lot!!

[@JMarkYo]

QuickTalks why are there SO many spam replies on this comment lol

[@inkajoo]

why do motivational speakers always use their own success story of achieving their dream of becoming a motivational speaker as motivation?

[@jeffdavisauthor]

that's a great question Roger, I understand where you're coming from. They do this for many reasons, here are a few of them. One, when they tell their own story instead of someone else's, their story becomes more authentic and real - many people in the audience pick up on that authenticity and connect with the genuine nature of the speaker. Two, credibility. They've done it themselves, so they have the authority to talk about how someone else can achieve the same thing. Sort of like, "if I've done it, so can you." Three, telling your own story comes naturally and you know all the details of it, especially when it supports the point of the speech. Without a doubt, telling other people's stories is great too. With that said, there is often enormous value and authenticity in telling your own story to the audience.

[@MrJaybuu]

because that is the only practical thing they can make people relate to even though it is not a template for others. it is only to inspire

[@eviekabo2885]

m8k

[@tonywalton1052]

I predict in the future we will all be motivational speakers. And computers will do all the work! Cant' Wait!

[@calliph]

because it's a fucking scam.

[@freeman8759]

This is great info... IF... you don't already have a family to support or you have parents that are financially well off. Sometimes the things we hate doing keep a roof over your head and food on the table.

[@choo6988]

Not excuse, it's a question of priorities. Some people value family over ambition. And, in extreme cases, money means family, especially with the impoverished.

[@choo6988]

***** Some don't have a choice. Don't make this black and white, it's what stupid people do.

[@choo6988]

***** What the fuck lol, I can watch whatever videos I want, and I'm not arguing from my point of view, I'm being pragmatic. And I wasn't disagreeing with the video or mocking it, I was disagreeing with your broad statements with no basis in reality.

[@choo6988]

***** There are. There ARE also people who struggle to put a meal on the table. Are you gonna tell the guy working 60 hours a week barely paying his bills with no savings to also chase his dreams? To the poorest of the poor, their dream is to be able to know they can afford a night out to eat. To the displaced refugees, their dream is to survive etc. You get the gist.

[@bigredfoxx4310]

Antoine Mack

[@dcgleason1234]

RIP Scott. You were truly an inspiration.

[@kierrachristenson7435]

Danny Gleason what :(

[@sweatyeti]

He was hit by falling rocks while ascending Mount Kilimanjaro -- doing what he loved and living life to the fullest.

[@beauty4717]

Omg, I had no clue. I came across his blog bc I was trying to seek answers on passion, purpose, or a career that suits me. I am so confused & now I am saddened to hear he passed away. Thank you for sharing! May he R.I.P.

[@Kisuke323]

@@sweatyeti This is almost funny.

[@sweatyeti]

@@Kisuke323 I was replying to Kiera, stating facts of his tragic fate. But, you're right... It's as if his Dungeon Master was fed up with his Mary Sue of a character, perfect and happy in every way, and was like "That's it! Rocks fall, you die! No more fun for you!"

[@mrtampham]

You are a true inspiration Scott.

[@muriyadanthomson]

+Tam Pham *were... - www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3237080/Entrepreneur-TED-speaker-33-killed-falling-boulder-climbing-Mount-Kilimanjaro-wife-year-long-trip-world.html

[@delilah9974]

+Thomson Muriyadan (thedigitalmonk) wow...RIP Scott ...

[@mrtampham]

Thanks Thomson, I knew!

[@spottedstar1123]

aw thats so sad:(

[@humanyoda]

Evidently, he didn't choose his actions well enough.

[@WillChousThoughts]

Rest in Peace

[@ellabaldock4529]

beegees .usic

[@MrWolfy43]

What??

[@jennaf5741]

Scott Dinsmore died nearly a year ago in an accident on Mt. Kilimanjaro.

[@Phoenix-pb4sm]

Jenna F That fucking sucks

[@presley4604]

Yes.

[@ahikernamedgq]

I watched this video, at first, thinking about how stupid all this blather was that this guy was spouting. All this motivational bullcrap. Then, I started to read the comments, realized this young man died, while probably pursing to live by the philosophy he believed in. Rest in Peace. May this lesson help me to leave behind my cynicism.

[@UdoADHD]

oh shit

[@UdoADHD]

holy crap I am in this guy's facebook group! And it has been super inactive. I just thought he moved on but he literally passed on!!!!

[@markschaefer1823]

so true

[@thethinking1]

it makes me wonder, about the super inactivity - knowing what he left with you, continue to input with the others, to carry on in his stead. Make it grow!

[@thethinking1]

it makes me wonder, about the super inactivity - knowing what he left with you, continue to input with the others, to carry on in his stead. Make it grow!

[@AbbyGarrettMPF]

Scott died this past weekend while climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro during his extended vacation and world tour with his wife Chelsea (I don't have details yet). I never knew him personally, only through being Facebook friends online. He was truly someone I thought of as invincible--larger than life. Such an inspiring guy and such a beautiful soul. His light will undoubtedly continue to shine on through his legacy and the lives he touched along the way. Please keep his wife in your thoughts and prayers.

[@ericswain4177]

Wow ! sad to hear but happy it was doing and pushing his limits, Well done Scott Dinsmore practicing what you preach sad to hear you're gone. Quite often the right and inspiring die young that in itself for those who have heard Scott speak will be inspired to push onward and upward.

[@pleasefindmefindajob2135]

The outbreak of the global epidemic, the impact of natural disasters, most people lost their jobs, the rise of the Internet, the age of networking, joining a group, a mobile phone, you can easily earn 200 to 1,000 US dollars a day at home. join telegram group

[@SkyFoxTale]

Great use of the Henry David Thoreau quote. "The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation."

[@fabiofidanza]

thanks, great quote

[@AhmedKhashabaa]

***** I don't understand it could you explain it please !?

[@GANGSTA2285]

Ahmed Khashaba most people have a great feeling of longing that they hold inside. like they have a dream that never comes true.

[@emmanoel4876]

I think Scott and his family should be proud that even after his life ended, he is still inspiring others to live their lives and achieve their dreams. Their success is in a small way Scott's success, and I think that is a legacy to be proud of. R.I.P.

[@DreamingwithD]

How he died

[@JagjitBrawler]

RIP Brother. Didn't know what happened to you until I read the comment section. Glad to know that you are now a shining angel living a happy eternity. God bless.

[@JagjitBrawler]

www.mercurynews.com/my-town/ci_28818630/alamo-entrepreneur-author-killed-while-climbing-mt-kilimanjaro It's him :(

[@swathipai1]

+jagjit bhatia RIP

[@bankruptbritain6103]

He gives inspirational talks to the Angels

[@JaredEasley]

I just heard the sad news about Scott Dinsmore's death. I did not know him personally, but my prayers go out to his family. I am grateful for people like Scott who encourage others to do big things.

[@vanessagorgano9779]

+Jared Easley oh my goodness, what happened to Scott?

[@souhailkaoussi6415]

+Vanessa Gorgano he died, an accident they said.. so sad :(

[@examinfo]

+Vanessa Gorgano A Boulder fell on him while he was climbing mount Kilimanjaro

[@tiffanyparks7914]

That is sad. It makes me sad to hear that. I never met him, but on here (as many "Ted talkers", (if you will) he seems so lively, and to hear that this happened to him, makes me sad.

[@MagiMysteryTour]

+examinfo Well, that's the risk when you take the "push your limits" thing too far. Some challenges are not worth the risk. I think of Christopher Reeve and Jason Priestley.

[@kripul]

I was knitting when he said, "I don't care what it is you're into, what passion, what hobby; if you're into knitting you can find someone.."

[@DjedhiGnostica]

The people responding in these comments that choose to complain about mundane things they see in the video or that are introducing all the reasons why they think the message is flawed or can't be done... Have already made their decision.

[@Vek_Zythe]

I have no issue getting motivated and believing i can do it. It's WHAT i want to do that i don't know.

[@msmusik2]

I'm 19 and I just graduated high school in May and I'm on my gap year struggling to figure out what to do with my life...I feel kind of depressed at times, I don't know if you've ever had those thoughts at night where you just think "what am I gonna do with my life? what about next year? I don't want to live at home forever...." but I get those quiet often. Everything that I would just love doing feels out of reach. I'd love to be a musician, be involved in the making of films, or anything with entertainment. It's not a typical get a degree and go find a job type of career but it's where my passion is. But this talk inspired me...it's just the most frustrating thing ever when you're just not happy with how your life is going at the moment

[@n_nn_nnn]

msmusik2 what are you doing now? I'm also in a similar situation

[@nanuli2295]

and what you thought 3 years letter?

[@Polo-bp2uv]

Same for me except I'm 20 everywhere here people are like nah we aren't hiring it's hard to find good paying jobs that aren't in a warehouse here which is basically you either don't work or work in a warehouse until you pass out of heat exhaustion

[@bankruptbritain6103]

@@nanuli2295 she's a film executive now, lining up dates for Harvey Weinstein

[@csspreparation6922]

That's really good. I did everything on time and didn't think of what should I go for and gave myself to whatever came, it's much better to think. Before you chose. I appreciate you. You'll get it!

[@TheMrhycannon]

Most people don't have the leisure or funds to follow your advice.. They have to take the available work to feed themselves and families..

[@Gazzapa57]

***** Don't we have a brown or black president ? And your point is...

[@FutonJohn]

***** when you bring up race your comment becomes irrelevant

[@FutonJohn]

***** your father left you, your life is irrelevant. Fuck that shit escalated.

[@FutonJohn]

Awesome comeback...on that note, this argument is irrelevant. Peace!

[@qooiuler]

sammy samsam Great, bring ethnicity into this. Nowhere does he say "you're not allowed to have a job you don't like": Necessity doesn't (or shouldn't) inhibit new perspectives. Rather, he says there are opportunities out there.

[@alanmccarron]

Do what you love, love what you do and the money will follow.

[@lawsonhofer8638]

Not true. If you care a lot about money, but want to do nothing as a job. Then you should drop one desire or the other

[@yvettenathalie]

is that from the movie the 3 idiots?

[@aliciaz5716]

This was the talk I needed to see and hear 20 years ago. I just found it, and to learn this inspiring person is not with us anymore is so sad. Thank you, Scott. May you rest in peace.

[@MarieVoigt]

Out of total shock and sadness and utter empathy for Scott's wife Chelsea and his family, I have come to realise this: If there is anything we can do to make Scott’s totally unfair sudden passing not a complete tragedy to mankind it is to take what he started and make it into something even more massive. Because I’m sure that’s what he would have done if he was still here. So let’s all do (more of) what we love and let’s not waste our potential. Let’s inspire more and more people around us to do the same and by that help make the world the much better place it can be. And let’s take his and Chelsea’s example and live life to the fullest. Let’s make the most of the now and enjoy the little things no matter how busy we may be. Let’s always be brave enough to be the best versions of ourselves and thereby giving our loved ones and beautiful planet what they deserve. Let’s live following the excellent example Scott set. Let’s all live our legend and make Scott proud.

[@chickadeeacres3864]

I wasn’t aware that he died. I just looked him up. At least he died doing what he loved and started a movement that continues to this day. I’m sure he’s watching it all from the best seat.

[@michaelstevenmartin3478]

I just heard of his passing, a freak accident on Mt. Kilimanjaro. He will be missed.

[@classicartfoundation639]

Sometimes its safer to stay at home and watch TV

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

@@classicartfoundation639 no...statistically, most accidents happen at home. If you lost your home, you'd get the worst PTSD because you couldn't go home.

[@ezraprzytyk]

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 how do you loose your home? Wtf

[@fionaanderson5796]

@@ezraprzytyk foreclosure usually. Often the result of losing your job, serious illness or accident, or in the US a subprime mortgage.

[@vanessasmikle9600]

@@classicartfoundation639 Be respectful, please!

[@gabriellauwumarongie9361]

My husband is a forklift driver who loves, loves, loves his job at the company he works at. He doesn't get paid as much as he could. He has a 45 minute commute. His co-workers would annoy me, but my husband has a very accepting attitude about peoples' differences & personality quirks. In fact, every day he goes to work so filled with gratitude and joy. His boss and boss's boss appreciate him and let him know this . . . Which I think is part of his love for the job. He has made himself almost indispensable. His joy in his work makes me happy.

[@mojibi]

To all those who believe in realism and think he spoke bullshit, no great person ever thought normally. You have to be crazy, optimistic, fairytale believer to be there.

[@RPcropland]

True for a small minority of people the rest that share these qualities are not doing well to say the least.

[@mitchsumner2831]

The problem w/ genious, most ppl think ur Nuts!

[@socialogic9777]

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[@socialogic9777]

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[@myfriendsiloveforever]

Not necessarilly true. Like no data to back that up. And the big hole is that there is no line to measure "normal thinking" life itself is not normal. No one "thinks" normal. Haha.

[@TomBriggs777]

Miss you Scott. Rest knowing that you packed a whole hell of a lot into 32 years. Prayers for your family.

[@ikecharles7071]

This man is making so much sense and what he is saying is speaking to me. I am right now studying in South Dakota for "mining engineering". I am from fucking NJ and the only reason I am here is so that I can have a damn job..? I am cynically depressed and I feel that I am stuck in my position because of the pressure from my father. FUCK this. I hate it and it is so unnecessary. I am seriously moving back to NJ this next fall for school whether he likes it or not. I took out all my funds in loans anyway so he didnt even pay for shit! Why do I feel that I have to stay in my position. I mean I am 19 years old, I should be waking up every morning and have the feeling of utter emptyness. Every day i contemplate leaving. I cant focus on my studies here and I have to man up and tell my father to suck a donkey dick.

[@ryansilver11]

good luck, man.

[@DeeKruppNow]

Change it now!! It's never too late! Check out Tony Robbins. His UPW event is beyond awesome.

[@ikecharles7071]

Most engineers I meet say they aren't really into it so I definitely believe that. I picked the field of engineering because I didn't have the self-confidence to believe that I could possibly compete with others. Things have changed now, I truly feel that I am ready and my self-confidence is unstoppable. I am ready to go back to school in Jersey.

[@ikecharles7071]

***** Thanks homie

[@jeremynaranjo4065]

If he isn't helping pay for it then he can't dictate what you do. If you made it into an engineering school you are probably pretty smart. Do some exploring. I do recommend acquiring a marketable skill that you may not love better that you do. Just as a back up. But don't go into huge debt for it. Heck even if it is as a computer technician or a barber. Doesn't matter as long as it is a marketable skill that can pay the rent while you figure stuff out without racking up huge debt. Do you have any ideas of what to do instead?

[@0g1m2s3]

I don't know what I would love to do. But I get anxious about whether I am capable of doing what I want. Specially I get upset when I become a disappointment to myself or people who have hopes on me.

[@Lifeofloops]

Oh my gosh, this definitely resonates with me. :I

[@michaelneumann3695]

If you pay your attention to something it cleances itself. It solves itself just by looking. Look at the anxiety as long as it takes and you will understand it, it will dissolve. Also the disappointment can be solved like this too. I solved so many of my negative emotions like this. Sometimes it brings you to tears, anger, fear, laughter but if you stay long enough and try to be ok, it will get ok everytime. ;)

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

You'd be smart to get over that childish mindset now. People use it to control you. Don't wait 40 years til you get old and no longer GAF.

[@suhocotton857]

Exactly

[@_Jai_]

I just found this TEDxTalk today and I got so pumped! I just knew in my mind that this young man had a book released, so I began to Google it. After a couple of seconds of research, I realized that this man passed away while hiking mountains making his way around the world. I just broke down and cried. What a wonderful soul to give us this short, yet powerful message before ascending. I believe he fulfilled what he was meant to do in this life and that he'll be back.

[@TheJazzChannelUniverse]

So he was unhappy with his job and then started helping others to find their happy job even though he hasn't found one. This world is going to run out of people who do the actuall work. Prety soon everybody is going to be a mentor, a life coach, a motivator and we are all going to be motivating and coaching each other about motivation and coaching.

[@gitfiddler716]

Reminds me of Amway. Most people don't want to sell products, but rather just build a downline.

[@dmtang01]

Jon Farr Amway has built a terrific system despite all the stuff, that has had happened, I think its just no outside connection, and nothing to support or improve the system, cause we don't know what works

[@willywallybangbang]

Haha, I was thinking the same thing about him. But maybe you can say that his happy job is in fact helping other find theirs?

[@iamdanielmenzel4670]

"This world is going to run out of people who do the actuall work." It's not like humans are needed to sell food at the grocery story, drive cabs/trucks, build cars, etc. We have robots for that and - with every year passing - those robots get better and better. The thing is: Humans tend to think that they are the only ones capable of doing those tasks. "Well, someone has to do this job" and "But I need the money" is the average mindset nowadays. A mindset that is pure venom to most lifes because this tactic might have worked out 20 years ago .. but nowadays? Think about it this way: Robots don't need to be perfect, they need to be better than humans and - considering that robots e.g. don't drive drunk - that's going to be reality real fast. So those typical 9-5 jobs are going to die out and most people are going to become homeless because "Well, robots do the job".

[@TheJazzChannelUniverse]

iamDanielMenzel Ofcourse they are needed. It is a different experience when somebody looks you in the eyes and greets you. You experience a momentarily connection with another human being during your life. In this case its not about capability. Tell me, what value is being created if everybody is a motivational speaker ? We'll be all motivated and keep motivating each other, for what ? It depends on what kind of a world do you want to see in the upcoming future. Automation for everything ? What about relationships ? oh right, pr0n. Its allways on, 24/7, and can replace the real thing...

[@Roamstrong]

Just rewatching this after hearing the news. Just feels appropriate. RIP Scott.

[@hninoowai1431]

3 things 100% in our control 1) surround yourself with passionate ppl 2) Learn about yourself 3) Learn your own impossible and push that. I do agree for 1 and 2 you said as I tested in self. I discovered and surrounded with passionate ppl who inspire me and it is real in our control and learning about self as well and now I am ready to test for 3 . Thank you

[@cartergomez5390]

That's why I'm surrounded by only affiliate marketers on my Facebook because I want to excel in that. I am constantly learning about myself as well. As far as impossible, I'm training for a bodybuilding competition in October and recording my own music. I'm going hard starting tomorrow, doing a walk, a combination of walk/run and then a whole hour of running after that. So, 3 hours of working out.

[@vanner66]

​@@cartergomez5390top g!

[@Liqliq888]

Lmao. My Asian mother would just ask "HOW MUT MONAYY U MAKE?"

[@avagization]

lol

[@Fosvis]

+Hayden Kaka LMAOOOO

[@sherbert4389]

+Hayden Kaka It's not just an Asian thing.

[@sasakiumiquema9608]

ikr legit everyday

[@FidelCastro128]

Although having, earning money never ever hurts. There are plenty of rich people who are miserable.

[@josefkubicek6730]

I think you can find it even without knowing that you are looking for it, its more natural way. But to let that happen you have to learn to step out of routines, stop, open your mind and listen to your intuition in the back of your head whispering. Do what you enjoy doing, explore staff which fascinates you, stop planning your life and make use of everyday opportunities, do unexpected decisions, become a yesman sometimes and don't be afraid of failing, because failure is there to show you the right direction.

[@cirentXD]

RIP Scott Dinsmore. Thank you for the inspiration. It is too bad I only learned of you after your passing. I hope your wife and family find peace and good fortune in the future.

[@abeapikian8810]

RIP Scott. I read about your tragic passing in 2018. Sincere condolences your dear wife and family. Thank you for helping others with your TEDtalk.

[@Tyrone-Fields]

Rest In Peace Scott! I know this is years later, but your words will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for the inspiration...and helping me understand my legend.

[@FizzleCo]

We will miss you, Scott.

[@anontawong]

I heard the news of your passing through Leo's blog post, so I came back to watch this video again. Your legend will live on. RIP.

[@user-xq8lv1wo1j]

After listening to this lecture, I decided to become an expert on myself. People are divided into 20 percent of people who change the world with passion, and 80 percent of people who just live in desperation. I think only those who are experts about themselves and those who understand themselves can find the life they want and live passionately. 'What kind of person am I?' I kept asking this question during the lecture. There is a goal for me. And I am working hard toward this goal. However, I don't know if I really like this goal 100 percent. Because I don't know who I am completely. The most grateful thing about this video is that it taught me the importance of having my own time. My own time taught me how to find a way to enjoy myself, and taught me about my special strengths, my values, and the importance of experiences. From now on, I will test my limitations by doing things that seem impossible, and I will challenge whatever I want to do. I will also live my life passionately checking what I can or cannot do. My life is only mine, and only I can change it. This lecture made me regret my previous negative life with limitations. Come to think of it, I wonder why I set limits on my future in the past. The pressure and gloom that I didn't know was blocking my way. My life is long and I still have a lot of time left. Now I want to say, 'There's nothing I can't do.' I feel like the dark clouds in my head have gone through and become a clear, blue sky.

[@martinadimitrova5811]

So persuasive, so intelligent! Thank you, Scott!

[@LucasPitcher13]

Another inspirational talk. So sad that losing his life on Kilimanjaro recently was what it took to bring Scott to my attention - then again, following your passion is the only way to go!

[@ORE_13]

+Lucas Pitcher I didn't know he died until I read your comment. He definitely "lived" though and continues to live through the beautiful vision he's shared with the world. We'd be lucky if we held the words he spoke in this video dear. May he rest in peace.

[@robertawolf106]

+Next Level Life He was struck by a boulder.

[@LordClulow]

+Lucas Pitcher I too only just discovered the Live Your Legend community - just learned this morning that he died. Such a sad discovery :'(

[@umbertoeco3076]

+Samirah Yousef one less twat who landed on his feet and thinks everyone else did too.

[@LucasPitcher13]

Ah, you sound bitter. Umberto eco That is sad.

[@Tommy-km8qd]

This video motivated me so much I left my 400k job to working to flipping burgers, but I am very happy

[@fadihijazi1658]

It's crazy how much we work hard for a better future, take jobs to build our CV, and decide to put "living" on pause for a better future... and then realize we haven't been living and we've only been doing what we were supposed/told to do when it's too late. I want to break the cycle that everyone around me went through. I want to live. In my opinion, the main difference between "living" and "doing what you're supposed to do" is the sense of purpose.

[@Spektakulo1971]

Easier said than done. I realize good things don't come easy but a lot of these people over simplify success. In the real world there is struggle. Unless you have people doing things for you, this success that he speaks of, doesn't happen. And I have learned in my life that relying on others is the sure fire way to failure.

[@shamonwilliams5862]

Sean Diego funny you make such a comment. I was feeling the same way while listening to the video. I thought perhaps success is limited, meant only for few. I realize I operate like most people in accordance to fear amd expectation....what everyone else does. Naturally this yeilds the same results of others. I still dont trust my abilities, and I posses many. slowly Im learning to free myself from lifes demands and constraints to simply live and love this one life to the fulliest. With little notice I up and left my small town and made a trip to Florida, I have a college degree so I figured what the heck do I have to loose, however I have a mind that I need to maintain. living boxed and afraid isnt living. I know theres something more, I just have to let go of the old weight thats anchoring me down so I can rise and ride the waves.

[@trishschmidt8530]

What I like most about this Ted talk is that he talks about doing the " impossible" doing YOUR best.and also the importance of who you surround yourself with and your environment. So true!

[@ramanminhas6071]

RIP Scott. Loved your story about swimming across the San Francisco Bay. You're a visionary.

[@sridatta6255]

A clarity in the middle of chaos. Thank you Scott. Beautiful soul you are.

[@JS.forever]

There's something so earnest and honest in the way he talks, does it so naturally and I guess that is why he is believable and so inspiring. Rest in peace Scott

[@alessandrorinaldi1010]

R.I.P. Scott. You were, are and will be an inspiration to all of us.

[@NYCeesFinest]

I came here looking for advice to find out this man is no longer amongst the living.

[@umbertoeco3076]

+Christopher Padilla No advice here mate, just more people out to scam you. TRUST NO ONE.

[@bloodsord9]

+Umberto Eco You will never succeed.

[@umbertoeco3076]

Thanks, but could you tell me something I didn't already know? Cheers.

[@umbertoeco3076]

***** My attitude is the result of over 50 years experience. I hope yours was / will be better than mine.

[@minecraftminertime]

Umberto Eco with that mindset, that's why most people don't succeed. There are people to trust, but you have to find the right people to trust and which ones to not trust. Although you are over 50 years old, there is still a life that can be made. Someone started a successful business when they were 62 years old.

[@alyssabonnau4626]

💕 It’s hard to imagine how young and how much of a passionate life he left behind on earth. His legacy will forever be engraved in my soul. Thank you Scott ❤️

[@ryankingsley4801]

This guy changed my life and outlook with this talk, I was so sad to hear about him passing. Few years back. Literally changed my career!

[@godschild3742]

I feel blessed because I love teaching children. To not be apart of that 80% feels good. He put things in a great perspective too. Great video!

[@truewillacademy]

So inspiring, thank you for your work Scott!

[@tomnicolle195]

Thank you Scott for this heartfelt talk. Loved it.

[@carltonclarke6316]

Thanks for the video! Great to have people like you who serve to inspire and impact the world around you.

[@pablov9934]

Despite this man died at a young age, he probably lived a more fullfiling and intense life that most people who live long to 80 years.

[@PepinsSpot]

I am so touched and saddened by his death. So young, charismatic and full of life. It's hard to accept that someone so young is gone. But what better way to go that knowing you made your great work come true, to help others. In that way he is not truly gone part of him lives, his legacy lives. RIP my friend.

[@pralines100]

Great lecture. I am currently going through one of my biggest crises, being 27 and unable to move on to other jobs despite a year out of school. I'm not getting hired and I don't really know what exactly I want to do. I'm terribly embarrassed that I haven't tried working while going to school. It's pretty difficult right now. Hopefully I can find a business that will be fulfilling. Thanks for video

[@JaimeGraneros-be4mo]

I am more than a decade older than u and I'm very much in the same boat as you. Luckily even though we've wasted many years not pursuing something that makes us happy, we're still young enough to turn things around and there's a lot of good advice here in this lecture. I'm feeling positive, optimistic, and inspired! ✌️😁😎👍💯

[@RusticB]

This is so helpful to me right now. Thank you for sharing this! I especially appreciate his story about hanging out and learning from successful people in his field..

[@dadsonpowermode5060]

Love this video, Scott continues to inspire, Rest In Peace always

[@LaTanzaLashay]

Very informative. I ask myself everyday what am I afraid of? What is stopping me from doing something that I love. I can strongly agree with you when you mentioned surrounding yourself with positive individuals who share the same passions as you because you can learn from them and it will only help you expand your dreams.

[@6672rock]

I'm definitely in that 80% category. To say I hate my job would be the understatement of the year. Sure, it pays the bills and keeps my head above water, but it's still a total fucking nightmare. My co-workers are the most dysfunctional, emotional vampires who just drain my energy and zest for life with all their drama and bullshit, and the owner doesn't do a damn thing about it. It's like the inmates are running the asylum, and the boss turns a blind eye to it all. The first opportunity that comes my way to drop this job like a hot potato for a better life, I plan to take it without hesitation. I totally long for the day when this job becomes a distant memory and I don't have to worry about money anymore.

[@oscillatetime2219]

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[@carolynboyce1831]

Just be a career counselor already! I LOVED working for the 1990 census. I was awarded a position to be a Crew Leader again in 2000, but I moved out of state and the two offices couldn't work together. The thing is, it's a one year out of 10 job. It took me a long while to put a name to what I love, and that is the word Docent. Dang. I wanted to be a ranger, I thought, till I found out you go out to find the remains of people that have taken their own lives, maybe you have to use a gun on an animal or poacher or someone attacking people in the campgrounds .. and that first class in natural history where you trap and slice up a raccoon. THAT wasn't it. Now I know. Late to go back to college and go into debt. I'll look for scholarships, grants, internships and TAships. All the volunteer positions that make sense are taken. Like giving tours of zoos, aquariums and college campuses. No pay and yet taken. I think there are people getting their internships that way. Dang. Double Dan.

[@driklol]

6672rock I'm right there with you, it's almost like someone was writing an experience of my life at the moment. when I read this line "The first opportunity that comes my way to drop this job like a hot potato for a better life, I plan to take it without hesitation." I felt the overwhelming need to reply, and do what I do best in my life. Give advice that I'm incapable of listening to myself and practicing what i preach (until shit hits the fan that is). That advice is , if you wait for an opportunity to present its self to you, you're going to be waiting a VERY long time , in fact , you may never get it. Take 1 hour a day, search for jobs doing something you can say you "love" doing and apply to them. Try to talk to people doing that work, or people who are in a position to hire for these companies and ask what you need to do to be qualified to work there.Don't be afraid to take a little bit less money to get in somewhere , you'll find a way to manage and can probably work back up to what you make now or more. Don't wait - Do. The best line I've heard in any song also happens to be a great way to think about things "you can dream a little dream or you can live a little dream, I'd rather live it because dreamers always chase but never get it". Good luck

[@pinz2022]

+Carolyn Boyce Fraid' so. I'm just starting Andrea Lankford's 2010 "Ranger Confidential" . She leads off with the fact that a Park Ranger is easily the most dangerous form of cop duty. Rangers are twelve times more likely to get killed on the job than FBI special agents. They face the worst of both nature AND humanity.

[@NoName-hh6co]

To feel like that you must be working in the government sector.. Sorry to hear that.

[@katepinkett4649]

Scott inspired me to start my blog, which eventually made me comfortable enough to start a KZbin channel. I am eternally grateful for him.

[@phoenixj369]

God bless you Scott for inspiring a lot of people, including me. You certainly helped to make the world a better place when you were still here.

[@bellazella]

RIP Scott! He died whilst on an adventure...what a legend!

[@AmitSodha]

Such a great loss to the world and such a wonderful talk! I never knew you, but wish I did! Your legacy lives on...

[@SamFun8]

I am so touched by your speech I cried. You inspired me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart !

[@versiewlw]

no words could describe how much your speech inspires me at this stage of my life. thank you scott rip

[@kirikotaiko]

Your legacy will continue Scott!

[@LaurenScalf]

Scott you were an amazing man - you will be missed!

[@Troy-Red]

I feel so stuck because all of my best friends are all doing well, making great money and having success. While I an stressed and can't figure out what I should do. It's taking a toll on me.

[@theheat903]

Just two videos of TEDx and I already know what I am all about Really love your efforts , TEDx

[@jarrettherold1966]

This is the best TED talk I have ever seen. Its what I am ALL about. I think a majority of us have our passions and find this environment, but whether or not we dive in head first really gauges that rate at which we can challenge our own impossibilities. I know personally I have gotten a taste for what it feels like to be the least qualified in a room or less athletic on a team. It puts you in a position where you're willing to feel humility, to learn and grow. These situations let you set your bar on reality much higher than if you had placed your self in a more comfortable situation. Its hard to continually pursue that environment that forces you to expand your realm of possibilities, but that's why it is so rewarding.

[@anujap7317]

Thank you Scott! You came through this video at the right time in my life. You moved on too quickly, but I guess you learned what you came here to learn and lived it! And then it was time for you to move on. But before moving on you taught us and showed us the lesson you learnt, practically, by living it. Your moving on just drove home the point - Life is too short and unpredictable. And that we need to follow the way our heart tells us to. Then we can leave this planet without any regrets. God Bless You! RIP.

[@hearty1240]

I love this♥️ I'm on my path now, trying to create good circle of human beings, and I consider watching speech like this as another form of keeping good company.

[@mattklinger8644]

Finding a passion is so important. When you meet equally passionate people you get to know a positivity like you've never known before. That can allow you to go after greater passions and once you do that you're your own force

[@mileswilliams527]

This is all good and well. BUT for a lot of people we simply can NOT afford to leave the job we are currently in to go out and search for a better life. I don't know about the cost of living in your countries, but here in Sydney, Australia, the cost of living is incredibly high and if you are like me, you don't have any family to mooch off of, I have had to do everything for my self my whole life and don't have anyone to go to for help or support in tough times. For myself it is work or starve. I know what I am good at and I know what I am passionate about, but with the job shortage in this part of the country, you really just have to take what you can get to keep a roof over your head and food in your stomach. Maybe if it were just myself I had to look after I could take the risk, but I have 2 children to look after. I am always trying to improve myself and LOVE learning new things, I work full time and study nights in the hope of one day getting a job doing what I love, but at my age, in the current economic climate, nobody is likely to hire me due to lack of previous job experience in the field I would like to enter, and entering at a "junior" level simply wouldn't pay enough to support myself and children. If you were lucky enough to have the money to fall back on or the support from family while you find your way, then this MIGHT be feasible, for the VAST majority of people though, it's just fantasy.

[@mclarenf45]

do u advice aspiring immigrants not to come to Australia, are the living cost same or low in other parts of the country.

[@Anthony_in_Bloomington_Indiana]

What exactly is it that you want to do? Does it have to be a job? What about doing what you love as a volunteer a few hours a week? Or making You Tube videos? I remember Wayne Dyer said, "If you argue for your limits, you get to keep them."

[@mclarenf45]

I am looking to earn money, and to do what I like I first need to get trained, and agencies here advertising to go to australia;

[@bryank427]

Great Ted talk, maybe one of the best I've seen so far. I would like to thank the presenter for this, I'm someone who is struggling to find a career path to go down, and this really helped. Thank you! A lot of great things to take from this.

[@loismayette2747]

I WAS PSYCHOTHERAPISTS FOR 30 PLUS YEARS AND IT FOUND ME AND THAT IS what all careers did for me..

[@loismayette2747]

It found me!!!.. passion

[@erinachi6171]

@@loismayette2747 can you please tell me your thoughts about what I told you here? I wanna get some more advice, I hope.

[@srg8136]

I listened to this Ted talk for the first time last year as motivation whenever I worked in a warehouse as a seasonal material handler. I was hopeless and needed some type of escape from the work I was doing. This talk inspired me to never settle in a life that doesn't bring me fulfillment and happiness, and I've watched it easily over 10 times since that day. I'm sorry to hear that this man has lost his life, since he helped spark such a desire for better in mine. I hope his family and wife can find peace. Rest easy, and thank you for everything.

[@kellisholer35]

Thank you Scott, I used this video in a career exploration seminar I taught at UC Davis this quarter and the students find it helpful!

[@fuckallhell]

I went back to school because I hated my job in the pharmacy industry. Now I have a bs in environmental science and no one will give me a chance to prove myself as a wildlife technician. I hate the way it makes me feel every time I get a rejection letter from a job that I am qualified to do. :( it's been three long years doing something I didn't want to do. Still waiting for the job I will be most happy at.

[@Michele.Alejandraa]

People who are inspiring live forever.

[@mebcalif]

Thank you Scott for gracing us with your brilliance. You have a beautiful soul. RIP.

[@SolesOfPassion]

"A man who loves his work, life is a continuous vacation"

[@npalmfree2bme]

Loved this! Scott's passion and enthusiasm is so inspiring. I can totally relate to his story about the advice he heard about building his resume. When I was 20, many moons ago, I heard the same ridiculous nonsense. It's worth spending 17+ minutes to watch…you won't regret it!! Thanks.

[@cartergomez5390]

I am taking my college of education capstone for my Bachelor of Arts degree in cognitive studies and I'm about to graduate this May, so I'm preparing my elevator speech. Yesterday I prepared my cover letter and the day before that I submitted my resume. I've done it all before but having the University's help is very beneficial.

[@amadarandisi2393]

Rest In Peace Scott! I know this is years later, but your words will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for the inspiration...and helping me understand my legend. 🙏

[@aimeeh9562]

A beautiful soul and a visionary. I'm reminded everyday the things I'm able to enjoy because someone once dared to dream..

[@vegasrichsave]

Wow I'm inspired and I miss you Scott. Rest in peace. God bless you and your family. I never met you but I enjoy your videos, legacy.

[@FreeSpirit47]

Love that! "What is the work you can't not do." Double negatives, yet, still very provocative, very inspiring. I want to get my certification to be a personal trainer to help other people see that they don't have to resort to surgery to lose weight. Your body can do so much, it's your mind you must convince.

[@aviwemahanjana2809]

That is really needed in this day and age when people are undergoing life threatening procedures to feel beautiful. I hope you have made progress towards your dream

[@FreeSpirit47]

@@aviwemahanjana2809 Thank you for taking the time to comment. I didn't get certified as a PT. My dream career as a linguist (fluent in 6 languages) found me! I have helped several people get into better physical condition, because I care, their progress was payment enough, for me. Most people would rather pop pills than do the work to get off the meds. That's their prerogative. Also, with the rise of scammers, I started helping others to see the truth of who they are dealing with. People sometimes contact me, online for help, when a loved one is being asked by a scammer to send money. I love that "aha" moment when the target finally gets it.

[@bryanoverbey]

You've inspired me to do what I've been dreaming of doing since I was a little kid

[@kathyhill8081]

Dream big!

[@umbertoeco3076]

+Bryan Overbey what, get old, sick and die? Thats what we all do, no point pretending otherwise. Hear the one about the guy who had a shit life and at the age of fifty nine he won the lottery.... had a heart attack and died. Hadn't had time to write a will so the taxman got the money. Thats how life works, don't believe the You Can Make It bullsht.

[@umbertoeco3076]

And...kazam! You're on a list. :-}

[@bilalkaya1778]

Scott's speech mentions very good point. Most people work without any meaning. Having sense of meaning brings you different point from where you are. In the same time meaninglessness comes with dissatisfaction. Live Your Legend is very courageous slogan. As a university student, I hope I can find the ideal career path for me.

[@ryanjonny8207]

R.I.P BRO..........YOU ARE THE LEGEND. YOU LIVED A GREAT LIFE AND INSPIRED MANY WHEN YOU SPOKE AND YOU CONTINUE TO INSPIRE PEOPLE, EVEN THOUGH YOU HAVE PASSED ON.

[@vanmarsdesign]

17:09 - 17:43 Goosebumps! Thank you Scott, what an amazing person you were in this world.

[@jahiasad]

Amazing! This put some fire under my feet. Keep it moving. Thanks Scott!

[@dayday20112]

Until now, I have never thought about my strengths. I always thought, 'What should I do to live a stable life?' After watching the video, I realized that if I find what I am good at, I will be happier in the future.

[@kiraoden6977]

I burst out in tears the moment you said they set him down in the wheel chair. I had thrown my hands up in a victory before you even said it. Thank you. It's powerful to match that connection via computer.