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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

Sometimes the limitations you have with equipment can turn a challenge into an opportunity to create something unique.

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Robert Rodriguez: Sin City, Desperado, El Mariachi, Alita, and Filmmaking | Lex Fridman Podcast #465

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Robert Rodriguez: Sin City, Desperado, El Mariachi, Alita, and Filmmaking | Lex Fridman Podcast #465

04/17/25

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

Sometimes, not knowing the limitations can lead to innovation; being naive can allow you to create things that others think are impossible.

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

I believe that limitations in filmmaking can actually enhance creativity, as they force you to think outside the box.

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Richard W. Hamming

08/26/12

@ securitylectures

When faced with limitations, like not having enough programmers, consider turning the problem around; what seems like a defect can become an asset.

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MrBeast

01/12/23

@ Lex Fridman

It's important for creators to push through challenges and explore various ways to achieve their goals, rather than accepting limitations at face value.

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Robert Rodriguez

04/17/25

@ Lex Fridman

The limitations of the camera actually gave me the freedom to tell a story I couldn't have done on video.

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Andrew Bosworth

04/24/25

@ a16z

When consumers encounter limitations with AI, it reveals opportunities for developers to create solutions that meet those needs.

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Robert Greene

10/09/22

@ Lewis Howes

Imagination is one of the most powerful tools we possess, allowing us to create meaningful experiences even when physical limitations exist.

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Dalton Caldwell

05/10/19

@ Y Combinator

Sometimes, outsiders can see potential in areas where experts have given up, so if you have the technical skills to build a product, it's okay to take risks even if you're outside your comfort zone.

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Eric Migicovsky

10/13/18

@ Y Combinator

Using existing technology and modifying it can lead to innovative solutions, as seen with companies that repurpose off-the-shelf products for new applications.