I came across this recent Rolling Stone article about Mr. Beast. It is kind of a mini-biography piece but also delves into his drive, motivations, and outlook on life and YouTube. Without giving too much away, it seems one reason for his success is his single-mindedness and somewhat compulsive tendencies. Enjoy the article, it is worth reading.
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Is MrBeast for Real? Inside the Outrageous World of YouTube's Cash-Happy Stunt King
Jimmy Donaldson built a YouTube empire on stunts, pranks, and huge cash giveaways. Here's how he hooked 94 million followers — and counting.
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