#35 - Working in a Space Start-Up: Work-Life Balance, Personal Ambitions, and Misconceptions About Success

Show Notes

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Nicolò Donà dalle Rose, a friend who works for a start-up in the space industry.

This episode really encapsulates the concept of ambitious minds, as our conversation recreates the kind of dinner table chat you’d have with your friends - genuine talk about work, life, and ambitions.

In this episode, Nico shares his journey from studying international politics, to landing in the space industry, whilst giving us a glimpse into how Loft Orbital is reducing the barriers for sending satellite missions into space.

We also discuss the importance of mentors and relationships for personal and professional development, Nico’s passion for learning, how he landed a job working for a space startup, and his core principles for living a successful life.

Expect to learn:

02:42 Early Career and Education

06:28 Transition to the Space Industry

09:09 Transferrable Skills to Work in the Space Industry

11:25 Current Role and Learning in the Space Sector

19:29 Mentorship

26:30 Future Aspirations and Reflections

53:11 The Importance of Open-Minded Discussions

55:46 Innovation in the Space Sector

57:22 Balancing Risk and Speed in Business Decisions

01:00:14 The Value of Meaningful Relationships

01:13:53 Defining Success