It's all about the connections

            Life is all about connections. The more people you know the more help you will receive throughout life. In the jockey world connections are what will make you are break you. The only way to keep on track to getting that derby mount is through connections. Yes, your riding and winning percentages do matter, but the majority of the jockey's mounts come from connections.  I'm currently letting everyone I meet know I'm going to NARA and planning on being a jockey. I also tell them that if they are interested they should check out my blog. Even though these people may not be into racing, they may be related to or know someone that is and one of those connections may end up being an owner, trainer, or a friend of some one in the business. By increasing my social networking groups, I'll have not only more people to hang out with in my free time but more than likely people who are interested in my same hobbies. It is important to not let the connecting game get to your head so that you only meet and get to know someone for their connections. Although it is useful, its never good to use someone.  Go out, have fun, meet new people, make friends and strengthen your connection base.

see you next Monday