From Naval Academy to International DJ

Everyday offers us a chance to get better. Our minds often anticipate for the “perfect moment” to execute but it’s up to us to create those opportune moments and make them work.

In this episode, we sit down with Jimmy Grant AKA “Rose Driive”. Jimmy is a DJ, content creator, and athlete who's taken an unconventional path to success. From his early days at the Naval Academy to his evolution into an international DJ and entrepreneur, Jimmy shares his journey and the lessons learned along the way.

Jimmy talks about his drive, work ethic, and the importance of daily habits, quoting his father: "You either get better every day, or you get worse." He reflects on his creative process, balancing the rigors of touring with fitness and discipline.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about following your passion, embracing change, and creating a life that aligns with your values.”

In this episode you’ll discover:

- The power of daily improvement

- Adapting to different conditions and environments, and ensuring you stay consistent with his habits, routines, and rituals

- The need to embrace opportunities and pursue one's passion

- How to cultivate discipline and adaptability while pursuing goals

- The importance of continuous learning and growth

- Building a Supportive Network

0:00 - Introduction

1:53 - Jimmy's Background and Early Inspirations

3:42 - The Naval Academy Experience

5:28 - Jimmy's Military Background, transition from Military to DJing

8:23 - Jimmy's Family Reaction to His DJ Career

10:23 - First International DJ Opportunities, musical Influences and Validation

16:58 - Jimmy's Work Ethic and Fitness Regimen

18:50 - The Importance of Adaptability and Discipline

22:11 - Embracing Uncertainty and Doing the Work

23:51 - The Meaning Behind "Rose Driive"

26:05 - Staying Relevant in the Music Industry, use of Pioneer DJ equipments

30:34 - Importance of continual improvement and innovation in DJing

32:15 - Unique moments in his DJ sets and his creative process

34:21 - Dream collaborations with Rihanna and Foxes

36:50 - Content creation and bringing people together and the impact of networking

40:29 - The importance of momentum in content creation

45:04 - Consistency and volume of effort in achieving success

46:58 - Connect with Jimmy Grant

47:24 - Conclusion

Connect with DJ Rose Driive:

Instagram:@rosedriive

Youtube: @ROSEDRiiVE

Spotify: ROSEDRiiVE

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