When considering trying to make a career out of travel and adventure, do not make the mistake of imagining your career path to emulate those of the outliers in the field. By definition you are unlikely to achieve as much as them:

☛ You are unlikely to be as great a climber.

☛ You are unlikely to sell as many books.

☛ You are unlikely to take photos.

☛ You are unlikely to make films as successful.

☛ You are unlikely to be on telly.

☛ You are unlikely to be as rich.

☛ You are unlikely to have the biggest stroke of luck that makes great things happen.

☛ You are unlikely to have the best address book full of useful contacts who can make great things happen for you.