The Struggle of Success

[@RyanMoranMusic]

All this math is confusing. I thought it was 10% luck, 20% skill, 15% concentrated power of will. 5% pleasure, 50% pain and 100% reason to remember the name.

[@jeremiahsanders1103]

Dude 😂👍🏽

[@RafaelToscano]

You caught me on the first half 😂

[@hindenburg2006]

Nice😏😏😏😄

[@unboundnetwork]

why did I sing this comment🤣

[@realsamhyde]

👨🏿‍🦲👨🏿‍🦲👨🏿‍🦲👨🏿‍🦲👨🏿‍❤️‍💋‍👨🏿

[@jbratt]

My dad told me the harder he worked the luckier he got.

[@williamdavies1192]

Luck is your past perspiration coming to help you with your current perspiration.

[@oy3ah2025]

“ Bar “

[@ColAlbSmi]

I certainly believe that. I think of all the times that I needed to have worked hard in order to take advantage of getting lucky.

[@realsamhyde]

​@@williamdavies1192 my perspiration precipitates my self perpetuated perpetuity to persevere under the circumstances which endowwww my perspective and prospective curiosity to make pretentious presuppositions about the probability of periodical pontification oh can I get an aaaaamen? 👨🏿‍🌾👨🏿‍🦲🤸🏾🗣

[@foljs5858]

Probably miners don't work hard enough then compared to some OnlyFans who sits on her ass all day... because they make much less and often just get sick from coal and mine dust

[@MrandMrsThumper]

I went to college with Nick. He's always been a cool and super humble guy.

[@RhynosWildWorld]

I loved the narrator cut scene. It was oddly satisfying and added an element showing showing the 49%.

[@realsamhyde]

49th like 👨🏿‍🦲👨🏿‍🦲👨🏿‍🦲

[@mybrainsmuseum]

As a business owner of 10 years now, this is exactly correct. I love you Van.

[@DrAnujPachhel]

Hey Mr. Van, I just wanna say, you are doing such an amazing job bringing these documentaries to us, I really appreciate your content.

[@joecurrin]

This is the best video I have seen for a long time. The toast interrupting the narrative! Thank you

[@ryandury]

"Opportunity is when luck meets preparation"

[@mKruter]

No. “Luck” is when preparation meets opportunity.

[@realsamhyde]

​@@mKruter semantics. Same thing.

[@jordanm6432]

This is the Van content that inspires me

[@devonrumpel]

you just can't deny that feeling a Van original leaves you with....like a perfectly balanced toaster shelf

[@MariusViken]

Great to see a good video from you on KZbin again! Hope you're well.

[@realsamhyde]

So what you're saying is his other videos are rubbish

[@MarkAlanEffinger]

Van, you always surprise and delight, Brother. Your thoughtful insights continue to move his Sisyphean rock we call life up an increasingly more enjoyable, flower lined mountain.

[@futures2247]

So refreshing to see luck in focus, life is luck.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Wow, this hits home. Almost my entire life has been luck, dumb luck mostly. It's not always good luck, but yeah, as a self-employed guy, luck can go a long way toward or away from success.

[@daxbrook]

Where did that awful bank crashing video go 🤔

[@geoffersmaher]

Where did the top comment calling this out go? That I'd like to know.

[@andreasplata]

Hadn't watched a Van Neistat video for a while. Just noticed, I missed it. This calm way of articulating thoughts is so ... gratifying, I guess...

[@littlelauchie]

You make incredible videos. You just have an art for story telling. Thank you for making these!

[@realsamhyde]

49% sweat 50% luck

[@o0mrrobot0o26]

I was a 70's kid too. Your film style reminds me of stuff from when I was a kid. It's pretty rad.

[@20EUR20]

💚 Good story. Continue to introduce small businesses.

[@neilvdo]

I'm glad to see the old Van back. This video is a masterpiece.

[@realsamhyde]

The word masterpiece should be banned from speech.

[@PaulaHeartland]

Yes to 50% luck! Our effort will receive luck along the way. Good message. Keep going.

[@Trackrat81ITR]

Luck occurs when preparation meets opportunity. Work hard and be diligent so you are in the best position to capitalize on luck when it comes your way. 🍀

[@thejamiebrindle]

Luck = Preparation + Opportunity. You can control preparation with your daily input, effort, and self education. You can manufacture opportunity with networking, consistency, and branding. Therefore, you can make your own luck.

[@MaxReisinger]

Thank you guys

[@gunner.j]

I just clocked out of work to watch this

[@parasocialbondsmetaswvoits9078]

thanks for the upload, Spirited Man

[@tedrose2940]

“Luck” aka “community” aka other people’s work/care

[@fitzgerald2064]

What a wonderful video, and scheme that you introduced for us. Especially liked the toaster setup you put together. Keep up the great work Van!

[@Soarwitheagles]

Dang you’re good. Please make more videos like this that uplift and inspire. Thanks

[@lukasmichael6989]

Incredible video, one of your best

[@brandonwhaley9471]

Van please reupload the banking video. A conversation needs be had on this channel!

[@stefpix]

what was the banking video about?

[@stefpix]

@@MariusViken thank you. I watched it. When Van started his KZbin channel I was captured by the creativity and humbleness. Lately he seems driven by ego and money. I found the video. He seems high on something, or in some manic mental state. Like a bit out of control. His videos are less appealing and interesting lately. When he was desperate he produced more honest content. Almost 20 years ago I was riding the bicycle downhill on the Williamsburg bridge bike lane. It was crowded on the pedestrian lane. There were 2 skateboarders in front of me slaloming with entitlement from one side to the other from the bike lane to the footpath. I was irritated as I was passing them I got cut off. I fell forward and my right foot got caught in the bike frame and hit it hard on the pavement. It was so painful for a minute. I thought I would not have been able to walk. The skaters stopped. I was pissed at them. I recognized one was artist Tom Sachs. We had friends in common. He was an a$$ about it. The other I realized last year was Van Neistat. He seemed more concerned and genuine he stopped and inquired my condition. It was mostly their fault, but I could have been more defensive. I did not have health insurance then. In my native Italy I would have gone to the ER. my foot hurt for months and my toe healed a bit crooked, with a bunion. It affected the way I put down my right foot. But my body eventually adapted. We all make mistakes. Anyway interesting how life paths intersect. Interesting that for the unhinged rant video taken down the sponsor was Better Help psychotherapy.

[@MariusViken]

@@stefpix I hear you, but at the same time I don’t feel he hides it though. He’s been talking a lot of success and how he compares it to being a success dentist. The better help sponsor for the last video also made me think if he had a greater plan / hidden message that didn’t come through. I also just realized that the admins have removed my comment refering to the reddit sub. That’s an interesting censorship.

[@stefpix]

@@tjailts van started this channel when he seemed in a tough financial place, like underwater. What he achieved in a short time seems to have made him drunk on success and consumerism. I understand that hard work should pay off and allow comforts. But there is something off balance and disregulated in his recent videos Maybe Tom Sachs influenced him in good and bad ways. Contemporary art mostly caters to the super rich. People who live in a bubble

[@joebyn]

I don’t know why, but this spoke to me. Needed that today. Thanks.

[@developingtank]

Trying to go in harder on videos and KZbin. This type of lesson comes in handy. Cheers

[@MyplayLists4Y2Y]

Woody Allen covers this very issue of "luck" very well with his movie "Match Point". Excellent movie.

[@get8am]

Good stuff. We'll share this on 8AM email soon!

[@grunerzx]

5 month to go to buy my first own 5-ax milling machine and start my own struggle on a way more greater level that ive had till today. Im gonna enjoy it and im gonna build my own dream!

[@Tonywirthfilms]

I would say, the perspiration is the catalyst for luck to take place, your job is to put effort behind your inspiration to create something that can receive luck. In poetic terms, the wind is always blowing by, but you need to build a sail to catch it so it can propel you, and at the end of the day, you built a boat, but it was the wind that got you where you needed to go.

[@JackSlowworm]

Loved this! I’m the same as you, I look for the struggle but I’ve only just realised it from watching this.

[@mrkoolzaad2]

You have got the best voice over in the field.

[@jeffharper6259]

Thank you.

[@realsamhyde]

​@@jeffharper6259 no one was talking you, bozo.

[@Sadsoft]

Good to have you back Dan

[@realsamhyde]

Who the hell is Dan

[@TheDorkle]

This was a great conversation I’m certain. Thanks for sharing with us what was shared in this video. 🤘🏼🤘🏼 hell yeah

[@willmiddlebrooks7]

Hats off to you Van, you've done it again. Boutique hats, bespoke KZbin videos. May the good luck rain down on you until the dentist money rolls in and the cows come home. 🤠

[@samdam1238]

Van, thanks for sharing your life with us. We appreciate you!

[@BrandonHinojosa]

Your ideas and execution keep me up at night. Thank you for being you

[@realsamhyde]

You should probably get some sleep 👨🏿‍🦲👨🏿‍🦲👨🏿‍🦲

[@ittwsasvi]

Don't forget DA Struggle. Keep on creating Van, your channel is my favorite on the whole youtube spectrum, greetings from brazil

[@ac1dpunch]

wonderful video, thank you, Van

[@MrRockso99]

deeply enjoyed this

[@matthewmc4363]

Thanks van. This is/was rad.

[@geoffersmaher]

Good to see you back

[@no-hustle]

First of all, great video and flow of story, although that is often the case with you. Second, great topic; an interesting insight and perspective. The way so many "successful" people try to cling on to how self made they are is a huge part of the hustle culture chaos we are in. Yes, it takes hard work. Yes, it takes talent. And yes, in most cases, those who "succeed" deserve what they create. Yet at all times, this element of luck and fortune threadsits way through the web of their life. There's no shame in this. It doesn't take away from achievement. It's just a part of the journey, and to overlook that diminishes it.

[@eo151]

What a beautiful and unique perspective on success Van. Thanks for sharing.

[@nielssonneveld]

Loved this!

[@BIMMERZEITT]

As an avid toast fan, I immediately recognize the toast as "David's Bread" in the same variety I only purchase: good seed.

[@girafingo9280]

Classic content that's truly spirited from the spirited man

[@BennyTheGinger]

This is one of your best videos to date!

[@BougieButler]

Yep. This content keeps me sane.

[@Lanesplittergarage]

Great video as always and it's a good reminder to enjoy the moment. Thanks mate.

[@Z-M0NEY]

Always a beautiful channel to watch

[@colekeller]

Loved this one, Van!

[@esarempee]

Where'd the banking crisis video disappear to?

[@summerslider2487]

Hommie deleted it lol

[@andrewyxlim]

Love this Van.

[@petetakos5080]

This was brilliant

[@Cotyblack]

Dude. These two together is neat.

[@americanpancakelive]

great piece but BOY I wanted to hear more of Nick's story in Nick's own words.

[@tomasr64]

Two things that caught my attention. Some smart person years ago pointed out that the last 10% of a one time job/project takes 90% more effort of the entire job at that grand opening finale, So put in that extra focused attention when you are tired and burnt out is the rule. Second, Luck is a word that is not understanding how you as a human can influence devine timing and success by using age old techniques of focused prayer, astrology, numeralogy, tarot, ritual, being educated about the unseen, aka be the the active mystic that can steer the forces a little in your favor. Its Better than doing nothing. Just thinking lucky doesn't get you lucky. Its a practice. Lastly look at the entitlements and breaks a person got, and their connections and family that has supported one's effort that makes these places of paradise. Good for them.👍 🙏

[@evanmckee7945]

Everyone who is successful is a hard working, talented person, but there are far more failures than successful. If you have the luck of circumstance, means, or whatever recognize both the work and luck required to get there. Cherish both.

[@juliodojo]

Hey Van the Man, I come from the Fragrant Podcast with Casey. I felt incredibly blessed and moved by the stories told. As the oldest of my siblings and a difficult upbringing, it’s the recognition and credit for being a loving brother and hero to my younger siblings, which Casey expressed talking about you, that stuck with me. Now being a creative person myself I was curious about your character and art. After watching this video I just want to say, thanks dude. Thanks for keeping it real and grinding. Thanks for sharing wisdom and inspiring perspectives on life and being an artist. Love and respect from Germany 👊🏽

[@destroyboi16]

A Van and Casey vid in one day !?!

[@BrandonHinojosa]

Watching them back to back right now 😂

[@olliepaterson6665]

@@BrandonHinojosa same.

[@GuiSchwertner]

so inspirational! Great for the moment I'm in right now (this 8 years span moment actually). Cheers from Brazil!

[@B.E.C.K.]

Man when did Nicks arms gets so big? Dude must be power lifting.

[@NiftyClay]

Haha, the Neistat brothers posted at the same time. We love both you crazy terribly inspired brothers' content. Please, don't ever stop. Signed: a dude who gets your videos.

[@gregglasscock7470]

Luck is perception based on your experience. So in a way no one is truly lucky or unlucky when you consider everyone's experience. Most likely we are conflating luck with things we cannot account for in ways someone else might be able to. It really is just a matter of perception. So my advice to anyone is always keep working towards your goals. You will only receive in return what is available to you based on the decisions you make.

[@keenanmoore264]

Van is a gift to humans

[@fbp3976]

Yes ❤️

[@RuanFourieStix]

Glad you are doing well Van.

[@joshufo9959]

Great video as always

[@masonmusic8027]

5:49 is maybe the most effective shot within this documentary followed by the shot before it. The introduction of the narrator, emphasized by that silhouette shot is poetry and created a bolt of film making inspiration within me.

[@TheDepressionTalks]

Nice one man. Really nice.

[@nathanwasnthere]

if youre in europe again get your mayo from the netherlands we have the best and eat it with everything.. zaanse mayo is a different level make sure to check them all out

[@CristinaFilms]

What a cool and wise video! Thank you for making!❤Beautiful!

[@DrakeMartin]

Another excelent video. Thanks again!

[@tlpetrella]

YOU BROKE THE CODE!

[@michaelsacora3087]

Great video

[@willperry9722]

So many Pepsi's! Love the beautiful films Van 🙏🏻

[@underbikedoverconfident1142]

I really enjoyed this one. It felt like peak Van.

[@MANATWORKlives]

"Luck is preparation and opportunity"...something my Dad used to tell me, but didn't make sense until I saw him lying in his casket.

[@rubio_buitrago]

It's actually a quote by Seneca: “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity”.

[@IsaacRakesh]

amazing..as always

[@MikeNovelli]

If you're going to use hinges and threaded eyelets with a wire, why not also use hooks on the wire that attach to the eyelet and can be removed so the shelf can lower to be parallel with the wall? If it's there with permanence why not just use L brackets under and avoid the wire hypotenuse?

[@ocha9520]

pretty sure its just for his janky, homemade aesthetic. I thought the wire might be a bit stupid because it looked like it could make pushing the toaster handle down harder, but he didnt show that in the video when they did the toast so i reckon the wire did get in the way. L brackets would've probably been more practical but i like the wire because its a bit silly.

[@davedarling6512]

also a pain in the butt to clean the toaster with the wire attached to the wall like that

[@dosesandmimoses]

Nice deep dive thru simplicity.

[@troyallenart817]

Love The Process🔥☯️🌻

[@PlayNYCe]

Great Video, Both you and your brother out out some good vids today

[@oy3ah2025]

Van 🏁🏁🏁🏁 Thank you 🙏🏽

[@em-hv5eh]

spark :) Thanks Spirtied man

[@youngnope4664]

There’s a time to admire hard work and persistence, but it’s also refreshing to hear about someone acknowledge their privilege when it’s applicable.

[@deovid]

Love this video. Why don't more people talk about how luck contributes to success?

[@realsamhyde]

Because it doesn't stroke the ego that we protect so dearly.

[@realsamhyde]

I wrote that before watching, turns out he mentions the ego, nice.

[@jamesgray7590]

perspiration | ˌpəːspəˈreɪʃn | noun [mass noun] the process of sweating: exercise causes perspiration and a speeded-up heartbeat. • sweat: perspiration ran down his forehead.

[@Dave-qi2qk]

“Success is 1% inspiration, 98% perspiration, and 2% attention to detail.” Phil Dunphy

[@li6769]

Small detail…mayonnaise is Thomy and it is from Switzerland.

[@ocha9520]

this was a good one

[@erikperik1000]

Opportunity + Preparation = Luck

[@AlvinDedeauxFlyFishing]

Got to admit I shed a tear, awesome work and message!