What makes you a survivor? Dave Carter is a businessman, mountaineer, and climbing guide, but he was a survivor long before he earned any of those titles. He has spent his life learning to overcome the most extreme conditions, where a single decision often tips the scale toward survival or death.

In this episode, Dave shares the story of his two expeditions to Mt. Everest, how he nearly lost his life on the mountain and the lessons that helped him survive where many others didn’t. As you listen, you’ll learn how to turn failures into fuel for your success, and why the principles for survival apply to all of life.

Key Takeaways:

– It’s not enough to survive, you must advance

– Break it down

– Practice gratefulness, even in the midst of challenges

What to Listen For:

[01:39] - Dave’s first trip to Everest

[04:21] - The return to Everest

[06:17] - What Dave did differently the second time

[10:19] - The summit attempt

[18:34] - The Descent

[26:26] - Respiratory arrest

[31:39] - Dave’s takeaways