EDL 003: Elevating Drone Life: Interview with Izzy and the importance of experience and building confidence

Welcome to Elevating Drone Life, the podcast for drone professionals !!

We are super excited to announce the launch of Elevating Drone Life, our new podcast show hosted by PJ Kirkpatrick, Director of Operations, Drone U.

Elevating Drone Life is a podcast for drone professionals by drone professionals. It is a podcast that takes you on a journey through the exciting and ever-evolving world of drone technology.

Each week, we'll be speaking with professionals from all walks of the drone industry, Drone U Elite Instructors and members to learn about their experiences, insights, and tips for success. We'll explore the latest trends in drone technology, dive into real-world applications, and uncover the unique challenges and opportunities facing today's drone pilots.

On our show today, we talk to Izzy Mohamed, Drone U Elite pilot, owner Skeye Atlantic and long time tech and RC enthusiastic about his experience in the drone industry and about growing a drone business.

Izzy has always been a tech and RC enthusiastic and been fascinated by the benefits of technology and its impact in modern day life. Izz talks to PJ on how he got started in the drone industry and his early days with training and practice. Izzy talks about the drones he has flow starting from the early Syma to the Phantoms to the newest Mavics. He also shares how he uses tech gadgets for generating awesome deliverables for his clients and the importance of gaining experience and building confidence. Izzy and PJ also discuss Izzy's project including the recent recording of the Kuula course, Drone U's latest course on the Kuula platform, a course specific for real estate professionals.

Tune in to this show as we explore the fascinating world of drone technology and discover the amazing insights from Izzy in the drone industry.

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Timestamps:

[00:44] Learn more about our guest today, Izzy Mohammed, and his work and services

[02:02] What made Izzy get into mapping?

[03:26] Izzy shares his early experience working on projects and jobs and the importance of confidence and experience

[05:30] Izzy shares his take on starting a business

[07:48] How did Izzy get involved with Drone U and become a Drone U Elite pilot

[15:25] Izzy's go to drone - The Phantom 4 V2

[20:42] Izzy and PJ talk about Drone U's latest course that Izzy recently recorded - The Kuula course and its benefits for real estate.

[23:15] Tips for drone pilots from Izzy