His pain is our gain.
This week’s electrifying How Success Happens guest is Mehdi Sadaghdar, the mastermind behind the wild, funny, educational and totally ridiculous YouTube channel ElectroBOOM. With more than 8.5 million subscribers, Mehdi is famous for mixing genuine science lessons with copious amounts of self-inflicted electrocution.
During our chat, he revealed what it takes to turn experiments (and a few minor explosions) into a global career. From sustaining creativity and navigating risk to building an authentic relationship with his fans, Sadaghdar shared his tips for creating a brand that goes viral for all of the right reasons — and why a little pain is often part of the equation.
You can watch our conversation above or listen to it below. And read on for three success takeaways from Sadaghdar that just might be the spark to get your big YouTube idea moving.
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The Power of Calculated Risk
Sadaghdar’s transition from engineer to full-time content creator didn’t happen overnight. “It came to a point where I realized that I’m making enough money, same as my day job,” he shares, “So I quit my day job, and just continued doing YouTube.” Though it felt risky, Sadaghdar emphasizes that real-life risk often involves careful, “even boring” calculation.
Takeaway: Big career pivots feel risky, but doing your homework makes the leap much safer than it seems.
Keep It Fun or You’ll Burn Out Fast
To avoid creative fatigue, Sadaghdar has one non-negotiable: enjoyment. “I don’t push myself to a deadline and I do things that excite me, so that way I think I can keep doing it forever, really.” This strategy allows him to sustain long-term motivation, keeping his own interests and excitement at the forefront.
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