The problem with cybersecurity

@0x_riq

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Why it worked

The video succeeds by tapping into a relatable pain point (imposter syndrome and gatekeeping) within a specific niche, positioning the creator as an empathetic mentor rather than just another expert.

Summary

The creator discusses the toxic nature of the cybersecurity community toward beginners and explains that he started his account to provide a more supportive environment. He encourages viewers to ignore gatekeepers and continue their learning journey.

Structure

1Identify the toxic nature of the cybersecurity community
2Describe common negative responses beginners receive
3Share a personal anecdote about being criticized
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Cybersecurity is TOXIC😭 #cybersecurity #larp #opsec #Tech #computerscience

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The problem with cybersecurity

Transcript

The problem with cybersecurity. Cyber security easily has the most toxic community on the internet, especially if you're a beginner. Bro, you will get cooked instantly just for existing. Like if you're a beginner and you post something online that you thought was cool, you will get one of these two responses. Either someone will downplay what you did and just flex something that they did better, or they'll just say that you're larping and call you a script kiddie. Like I remember a long time ago I made a video about a project I did and so many people were like, wait, so all you did was download a couple things? Um, how is this even a cyber security project? This is so simple. Like bro, I'm a beginner. Everyone just has the biggest ego. Like buddy, this is not Blue Lock. And that's part of the reason why I made this account in the first place. I just feel like there aren't enough helpful people in the community. So if you're studying cyber security, don't listen to the trolls bro. Keep grinding.