30 years to Everest – Decisions, setbacks, and staying power | Dr Jeannette McGill
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In this inspiring and deeply personal talk, Dr Jeannette McGill shares the 30-year journey behind her summit of Mount Everest — a dream that began as a quiet “one-day” goal and evolved into a test of resilience, commitment, and courage. From pioneering roles in the mining and technology sectors to multiple attempts on the world’s highest peak, she reflects on setbacks, turning back when it mattered most, and the discipline of consistent preparation.
More than a story about climbing Everest, this is a powerful reminder that extraordinary achievements are built through daily commitment, calculated risk, and the willingness to begin — even when success isn’t guaranteed.
More than a story about climbing Everest, this is a powerful reminder that extraordinary achievements are built through daily commitment, calculated risk, and the willingness to begin — even when success isn’t guaranteed.
Chapters
- 00:01 Welcome and introduction
- 00:41 McGill's one-day project introduction
- 01:30 Early life and mining career background
- 04:23 Technology and telecommunications career
- 05:00 Merging mining and mountaineering passions
- 06:00 First Everest encounters and high altitude goals
- 07:53 Debunking Everest myths and media headlines
- 10:00 Environmental challenges and climate change impact
- 11:13 Decision to attempt Everest and 2023 failure
- 14:00 2024 attempt and gear failure
- 15:05 Final commitment and training in New Zealand
- 16:00 2025 success and summit achievement
- 18:25 The final push
- 21:38 Post-summit reflections and current activities
- 23:00 Key success principles and inspiration
