NEXT with TIGER 21 Dylan Taylor: A Purpose Greater than Earth - Voyager Space
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Jun 26, 2024 Dylan Taylor, Chairman and CEO of Voyager Space and a recognized leader in the New Space sector, shares his extraordinary journey from a challenging childhood to space exploration. He discusses the profound impact of his suborbital flight and the emotional shifts it brings. Dylan emphasizes the importance of purpose in life and how space exploration can drive transformative change on Earth. He also reflects on wealth, fulfillment, and the power of mentorship, advocating for access to space as a means to address critical global challenges.
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Early Hardship Fuels Ambition
- Dylan Taylor experienced severe scarcity in early childhood, including hunger and a tough neighborhood with Hell's Angels next door.
- His early hardships fueled his drive and ambition for success.
MBA Value Lies in Networking
- Pursue an MBA only if you get into a top-10 or 15 business school for the network.
- Elite networks accelerate mentorship, career opportunities, and access to industries.
From Success to Searching Purpose
- Dylan realized he was "successful" but miserable, lacking purpose despite corporate achievements.
- Reading "The Last Lecture" helped him reconnect with his childhood passion for space.