EP 108 Gather Knowledge, Not Gear with Dan Solsman - a podcast by Emory R. Wanger

Dan Solsman found himself caught up in the rat race of collecting more gear rather than more knowledge. Each year would bring new gear that marketing told him he had to have in order to be successful. Realizing it he was on a never ending cycle of chasing the latest and greatest, he decided to stop the bus, get off, and begin chasing down more knowledge rather than more gear.

We often thing new gear or better gear is going to make up for our lack of skills, dedication, and training, but all it does is put a dent in our wallets and leave us wanting something more.

On this episode, Dan shares his thoughts on how he went from gathering gear to gathering knowledge and what’s happened since making the shift.

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Emory R. Wanger

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Show Notes

Introductions

Dan’s philosophy on collecting gear instead of skills

How streamlining your gear enhances the experience

Dan’s decision NOT to wear camouflage

On how to be selective with gear

On working on your weaknesses

Learning to be patient

what you need versus what you think you need

How challenges can recalibrate your mind

We all start somewhere

Closing thoughts

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