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Why aren't there as many young people sailing? | #SAL #306

31. mars 2024 · 29 min · 247K visninger · Ubatuba

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A professional skipper and former financial analyst describes her transition from a corporate career in São Paulo to a life of cruising and boat deliveries.Watch After experiencing burnout in the finance sector during the pandemic, she began sailing in 2021 through courses in Ubatuba, Brazil. She gained initial experience by racing on third-party vessels and completing offshore passages, eventually securing work as a professional skipper. She emphasizes that while purchasing a cruising boat is a significant financial barrier for young people, alternative paths exist, such as working as crew or gaining experience on older, smaller vessels.0:10 She notes that her background in finance provided a small savings buffer that facilitated her career change, though she now prioritizes lifestyle over traditional wealth accumulation. She also addresses the challenges of being a young woman in a male-dominated industry, noting that her professional reputation grew through mentorship and by providing a comfortable environment for families and female clients. Her experience suggests that financial independence and professional sailing are not mutually exclusive, but require a shift in personal priorities and a willingness to accept uncertainty.

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