In this episode, I caught back up with Mike Bates who recently returned from a 3,000 mile row across the Atlantic Ocean. Mike took on this incredible challenge to raise money for the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at Leeds General Infirmary. In our conversation, we discuss his dangerous journey across the sea, how to overcome constraints, the power of human connection, global issues facing middle aged men today, and much more.
If you are thinking about taking on a big quest in your life, this episode is sure to be full of advice to get you started. From the courage it takes to start your quest, to the strength to complete it, and everything in between - Mike shares his inspiring story that has raised over $225,000 for a cause that saved his son's life a decade ago.
Topics & Questions
00:00 Podcast Introduction
00:58 What did you wish you knew before embarking on this quest?
03:21 How to view constraints when taking on difficult challenges
06:31 The start of the row
10:43 The risk involved with the row
15:22 Lessons learned on the ocean
16:55 The power of human connection
24:42 The challenge facing middle aged men today
33:46 Sleep deprivation
38:35 Questions from university students
42:26 Advice for young professionals
Show Links
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https://www.instagram.com/mikebates_official/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-bates-4b2a32201/
https://www.facebook.com/mikebatesofficial
Website
Related Links:
Leeds Hospital Charity - https://www.leedshospitalscharity.org.uk/
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