What Type Of Person Thrives In The Motorsports Industry, According To A Former Senior Sourcing Analyst At NASCAR
Giovanni, a former Senior Sourcing Analyst at NASCAR, believes that to thrive in the motorsports industry, one must be a "go-getter" and "problem solver" with the drive to prove one's worth beyond mere passion; aspiring professionals should focus on how to improve the sport, generate revenue, and contribute to its overall success, given the competitive nature of the sports and entertainment industries.
Go-Getter, Problem-Solving, Motivation, Resilience, Industry Realities
Advizer Information
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Job Title
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Giovanni Pieve
Senior Sourcing Analyst (former)
NASCAR
Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey
Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey: MBA
Engineering - Aerospace
Sports & Fitness, Technology
Operations and Project Management
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Drive and Initiative: Success in motorsport requires being a 'go-getter' and actively pursuing opportunities rather than relying solely on passion.
2. Problem-Solving Mindset: Thriving individuals continuously seek improvements and solutions, focusing on enhancing the sport.
3. Competitive Industry: The sports and entertainment industry is challenging to enter and remain in, demanding a proactive and driven approach.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
People who thrive in motorsport are go-getters and problem solvers. Most fans want to be involved in sports, and specifically in motorsports. Just being passionate about motorsports doesn't mean much on its own.
You have to have a lot of drive. You need to clearly state that you want to be there and show the industry why you deserve a place. It's a tough industry to break into and to stay in.
People who are go-getters, problem solvers, and always thinking about improvement are the ones who will succeed. They ask themselves how they can make things better, generate revenue, and make the sport more successful.