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I am currently driving to California Chasing a dream, (I live in Minnesota) however my dream isn't to be a pro rider at this point in life, that dream has passed I'm in my early 40's now. My dream is to work in the industry. I love the sport and I have had a strong desire to be involved in some way for many many years. I have never tried and this dream has never faded for me.
I have worked in Sales and Marketing for almost 20 years, I am very entrepreneurial and I love to brainstorm about business ideas. I have also started a few small businesses and I've followed the sport closely for 30 years.
Here is a story about How this trip came about.
It goes back about 2 years when I started a small business that failed due to some unforeseen circumstances.
Also, around the same time my wife and I had twin baby girls, so I was home and very depressed about the business failing and I realized she was really struggling with taking care of a 3 yr old and twin babies. I ended up staying home for a few months not working and helping with family. During that time I started studying successful people on YouTube, podcasts, and I read a few books and I started to see that they all say a lot of the same things like;
1. Do something you're passionate about
2. Put yourself out there and go for it.
3. Believe
4. Have faith
5. Set goals
6. Enjoy the journey
7. The biggest regrets in life are the chances not taken.
8. Do something you would do even if you didn't need money.
I have always worked just to make money rather than trying to do something I actually am interested in.
For me it's Motocross period.
For years I have felt unfulfilled, so during those few months I did some really deep thinking about what I am the most passionate about, what would make me feel fulfilled, what is something I want to advocate for and that I would want to work on everyday that would bring a sense of purpose, and for me that is doing something in the motocross industry.
After staying home for awhile I restarted the same business that failed, and its been doing well.
However, I have decided it's not what I really want.
I am going for it you could say, "burning the boats" for those that know that saying.
I am going to Southern California because it is pretty much the hub of the sport to try to meet people and make connections in the industry, with hopes of making a career change.
I am also working on a project related to Motocross that I want to talk to some people in the industry that are well connected, specifically about ways to grow the sport.
What recently tipped me over the edge was watching Red Bull MX nation season 5 episode 5 the part where Davey Coombs says "I'm the guy that even if I won the lottery I would still go back to work" because he loves what he does.
Davey is also very high on my list of people I would like to meet and talk to, so much so that I thought about going to Virginia instead, but with California I felt that there are a lot more people to try to meet.
I have an awesome Wife that is willing to be supportive of me chasing my dream, and it doesn't have to be California I would move anywhere if it was a good opportunity.
The help I am looking for is; I am planning to camp in my van to save money, and i'm wondering if anyone here on vital has any suggestions on places to park?
My Wife wanted to come on the trip to California but she and the kids with be staying in Sacramento with my Sister so it will just be me camping in the van in Southern California.
Thank you for reading.
I have worked in Sales and Marketing for almost 20 years, I am very entrepreneurial and I love to brainstorm about business ideas. I have also started a few small businesses and I've followed the sport closely for 30 years.
Here is a story about How this trip came about.
It goes back about 2 years when I started a small business that failed due to some unforeseen circumstances.
Also, around the same time my wife and I had twin baby girls, so I was home and very depressed about the business failing and I realized she was really struggling with taking care of a 3 yr old and twin babies. I ended up staying home for a few months not working and helping with family. During that time I started studying successful people on YouTube, podcasts, and I read a few books and I started to see that they all say a lot of the same things like;
1. Do something you're passionate about
2. Put yourself out there and go for it.
3. Believe
4. Have faith
5. Set goals
6. Enjoy the journey
7. The biggest regrets in life are the chances not taken.
8. Do something you would do even if you didn't need money.
I have always worked just to make money rather than trying to do something I actually am interested in.
For me it's Motocross period.
For years I have felt unfulfilled, so during those few months I did some really deep thinking about what I am the most passionate about, what would make me feel fulfilled, what is something I want to advocate for and that I would want to work on everyday that would bring a sense of purpose, and for me that is doing something in the motocross industry.
After staying home for awhile I restarted the same business that failed, and its been doing well.
However, I have decided it's not what I really want.
I am going for it you could say, "burning the boats" for those that know that saying.
I am going to Southern California because it is pretty much the hub of the sport to try to meet people and make connections in the industry, with hopes of making a career change.
I am also working on a project related to Motocross that I want to talk to some people in the industry that are well connected, specifically about ways to grow the sport.
What recently tipped me over the edge was watching Red Bull MX nation season 5 episode 5 the part where Davey Coombs says "I'm the guy that even if I won the lottery I would still go back to work" because he loves what he does.
Davey is also very high on my list of people I would like to meet and talk to, so much so that I thought about going to Virginia instead, but with California I felt that there are a lot more people to try to meet.
I have an awesome Wife that is willing to be supportive of me chasing my dream, and it doesn't have to be California I would move anywhere if it was a good opportunity.
The help I am looking for is; I am planning to camp in my van to save money, and i'm wondering if anyone here on vital has any suggestions on places to park?
My Wife wanted to come on the trip to California but she and the kids with be staying in Sacramento with my Sister so it will just be me camping in the van in Southern California.
Thank you for reading.
Looking back now I’m glad I experienced that chapter in my life but it’s not for me. Good luck, if it doesn’t work out you still always have a great family and life up in Minn.
Ghost
I’d trade it all for a loving wife.
I think a lot of success is perspective.
Best of luck on this trip and the rest of your journey.
The Shop
My first stop is Sacramento, anyone have contact info
Or email address for Daniel Blair?
I don't know if you have tried that but I think it's the most common way people meet partner these days.
If you wanna take the island...burn the boats! Love it!
But enough about my path, this is about yours.
Do you know what you want to do most in the industry?
I’m sure you won’t miss these 6 month winters. I don’t know how many more o can handle. Keep us updated!
Thanks for the reply
Another place to peek is https://www.malakye.com/jobs
Not all moto-related, but lots of stuff in the action sport industry.
If you are going to be around in the near future I would love to meet up with you.
And would trade it all for a loving wife.
Pit Row
Moved out here 2 1/2 years ago after an early retirement and now on my second career, not in the Moto industry-wish it was, and loving every minute of it.
Good luck with your search. There are Moto dudes everywhere, you just never know who you are talking to and how they may be connected.
Bezos and Gates don't hang around people that bitch about their jobs.
The Sierra Mountains are beautiful.
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