Core Philosophies and Rants (Louis Rossmann)

the cost of looking the other way

Louis argues that “becoming a villain” often starts not with overtly malicious intent, but with willful ignorance. He gives an example from his own business, where a bad

Disaster recovery; how to deal with & recover from your life falling apart

Louis explains two main strategies for dealing with life disasters. First, instead of panicking and obsessing over a problem, reframe it as: “If I find this, I’ll do X; i

I want to do what you do; where do I start?

Louis' main point is that there is no single, linear “right way” to start a career or find your path. He explains his own journey as a series of accidents, detours, and r

I want to do what you do; where do I start?

Louis’ main message is that there is no single, linear path to finding a career or purpose. Using his own life in audio and electronics repair as an example, he explains

traditional media outlets are catching onto the "you own nothing" culture shift

In this episode, Louis discusses an Atlantic article about HP’s Instant Ink subscription and uses it as a broader example of how companies are shifting ownership away fro

Google is killing authentic websites & I made it worse 😔

Louis says this is a hard video to make because it’s about personal failure and compromise. He explains that for most of his career, his business and YouTube presence wer

Allow yourself the luxury of honesty with yourself.

In this episode, Louis argues that the most important issue is not piracy or other questionable behavior itself, but honesty with yourself about what you’re doing. He say

Adults have no idea how to speak to, educate, motivate, and discipline children.

This episode discusses the common phenomenon where children or teenagers, upon gaining a bit of freedom, often act out in extreme ways, such as getting involved in substa

Is All Piracy Equal? Exploring Gray Areas: When Is It REALLY "Stealing" ??

This episode presents a nuanced discussion on the topic of piracy, focusing on the circumstances under which Louis believes piracy can be justified. He recounts personal

What will you be remembered for?

The video is a personal narrative by Louis, who reflects on his life and career, discussing various jobs he held, including low-paying retail and sales positions, and his

That sinking feeling

The video discusses the emotional reactions people have when they receive phone calls or messages from different individuals. Louis reflects on the variety of feelings th

CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU

Louis expresses a strong call to action against unethical business practices by certain factories, specifically targeting Jack Telecom. Louis is outraged by the company's

The lower rungs on the economic ladder are gone

In this video, the Louis discusses the challenges and changes in the repair industry, particularly focusing on the difficulties faced by new entrants compared to when he

Why I don't use Apple products

This episode discusses Louis' personal reasons for not using Apple products, emphasizing the frustration with Apple's ecosystem and user interface. The main argument is t

Less anxiety & more productivity through disciplined time management.

This episode discusses the importance of time management and discipline in achieving personal and professional success. Louis emphasizes a unique approach to time managem

Rushing is demeaning; how to manage time to avoid stress and be productive.

This episode discusses effective time management strategies to enhance productivity and reduce stress in both personal and business life. Louis criticizes the notion of l

Thoughts on dynamic pricing at stores

The video recounts an experience Rossmann had with dynamic pricing at a bodega in New York City. He met his accountant at a deli and noticed flat-screen TVs displaying pr

An important message on investing, confidence, & self-value to wallstreetbets & young gamblers.

This episode discusses the pitfalls of risky investment strategies, particularly those involving meme stocks and options trading, which are often pursued by individuals w

A word on stress management, deescalation, and "the right to fail."

This episode discusses the concepts of de-escalation and escalation in handling stress, particularly focusing on the internal feedback loops that people often experience

a guide to developing real, lasting confidence

This video begins with Louis discussing the concept of confidence, particularly how it is often misunderstood. He reflects on his younger years, describing himself as soc