Joe Vogel shares his powerful story of leaving a tenured academic career to start the Timpanogos Hiking Company. After facing two family health crises and feeling drawn back to the mountains, Joe made the bold decision to shift his life’s path. He talks about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of mental health, and how nature became his way of finding clarity and purpose. From reviving old hiking traditions to building a business with community impact, Joe offers practical advice for anyone considering a major life change.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - “You Only Have So Much Time” – A Life-Changing Shift Begins
• 00:01:16 - Meet Joe Vogel: From Academia to the Outdoors
• 00:02:26 - When Family Health Crises Force Life-Altering Decisions
• 00:04:09 - The Birth of Timpanogos Hiking Company
• 00:06:47 - Navigating the Ups and Downs of Entrepreneurship
• 00:08:06 - Reviving Old Traditions and Strengthening Communities
• 00:10:24 - Mental Health and the Healing Power of Nature
• 00:19:13 - Facing Major Life Transitions: Joe’s Advice
• 00:21:21 - Reflections: Personal Experiences and Closing Thoughts

Links and Resources:

• Joseph Vogel
• Joe on LinkedIn
• Timpanogos Hiking Co.
• Book a Consultation
• Andrew on LinkedIn
• Andrew on Twitter/X

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