Halsey Schider: From Passion to Profession

Описание: Sometimes you have to be your own mentor. Conventional wisdom doesn't always apply and following your heart can sometimes lead to great things.

Halsey Schider, helicopter pilot, podcast host and founder of the aviation marketplace, Sellacopter shares his journey from zero to hero to zero again. And why his decision to walk away from it all, was the best move he ever made.

Halsey's journey into aviation is both inspirational and enlightening, from his transition to becoming a professional pilot, and subsequent pivot into his entrepreneurial ventures in the aviation industry.

He delves into his experiences in air medical services, the differences in selling helicopters versus jets, and the intricacies of the aircraft sales process. Halsey also highlights the importance of client relationships, the impact of his podcast, and his aspirations for the future of the rotorcraft market.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:50 Halsey's Aviation Journey: From Childhood Dreams to Professional Pilot
05:32 Transitioning to Helicopters: The Shift from Fixed Wing to Rotary Wing
08:19 Entrepreneurial Ventures: Starting a Helicopter Tour Business
11:16 Air Medical Experience: The Reality of Helicopter Emergency Services
13:47 Misconceptions in Aviation: Fixed Wing vs. Rotor Wing Perspectives
16:42 The Sales Side: Differences Between Selling Helicopters and Jets
19:27 Navigating Aircraft Transactions: The Broker's Perspective
24:10 Client Relationships: Trust and Respect in Aircraft Brokerage
26:14 Client Acquisition in Aviation
27:26 The Birth of the Helicopter Podcast
32:59 Future of the Helicopter Market
36:25 Favorite Aircraft and Experiences
38:00 Memorable Moments in Aviation
40:05 Personal and Professional Aspirations
43:03 Giving Back to the Community

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