
The email, name withheld for obvious reasons
Before you comment, yes it was completely unscripted. That’s how I roll…
And, to the person who sent me the email – this is not an attack on you or anything like that. I am truly sorry I have offended you, and this post and video is nothing personal.
Anyway, in addition to what I said in the video, a few things:
Most of the non-constructive criticism I get is accusing me of being childish and that I need to grow up… be more professional… etc.
First of all, I am still by law considered a child… what do you want from me?
Second of all… this used to bother me. I considered my age a disadvantage.
Now… I have realized that nearly all of these comments have nothing to do with my age. Not at the core of it, anyway…
… but people are pointing out my age simply because they can.
Which brought me to the realization that… no matter if I’m 6 or 60 – there will ALWAYS be something to point out. Something to criticize.
So… if “what other people are going to think” is holding you back from getting started… you’re screwed :)
Linus
P.S. Yes, I realize I still suck in front of a camera. Working on it. Thanks.


