Jim Adams shares his passion for motorsports and discusses his goals for improving as a race car driver. Jim dives deep into the mindset required to push your limits on the track, sharing his journey from starting his podcast a year ago to rebooting it with renewed focus. He emphasizes the importance of consistency, goal setting, and connecting with communities of high performers.
Jim introduces the concept of “Chasing Tents” a personal goal of closing the time gap with more experienced drivers. He reflects on his own racing experiences at tracks like Road Atlanta and Carolina Motorsports Park, detailing how setting specific lap-time goals has become a way to measure and improve his performance. Jim also highlights the crucial role of building relationships in both the motorsport and business worlds.
In this episode, you will hear about:
Jim's journey into racing and how it became an unexpected dream come true
The importance of setting goals and committing to them for continuous improvement
Why living "life at the limit" is a transformative experience
The role of consistency and accountability in achieving success, both on the track and in life
Insights into lap time goals at tracks like Road Atlanta and Virginia International Raceway
The concept of "Chasing Tents" and how it drives personal growth and performance
How building a network within the racing and business communities can lead to new opportunities
A glimpse into Jim’s racing plans with the Spec E46 class and upcoming races
Resources from this episode:
Jim Adams Website: jimadams.com
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