How do you get into F1? | Ted Talks

[@jimsmith3971]

Ted is my drug. If he was a car , he'd be a volvo estate in the sunshine.

[@radomiriz]

Such an amazing description. Honestly, Ted, be proud of that.

[@tomknight5432]

Gotta love it when Ted's in an episode!

[@KoshyGeorge]

Does this count as a TED Talk?

[@heathcliff8624]

LOL

[@curbyi76]

Copyright lawyer will be in touch.

[@redatticus7606]

Ultimately, you have to dearly dearly love the sport and the engineering with a passion. The reality is most graduates from Cambridge or Oxford end up in financial services for a simple reason: Money and smarts. Theres a lot of smarts in F1, but until you are talking of top positions like above Principle engineer or very experienced senior engineer, the money is not there to attract the best and brightest. Entry level salaries in banking and Finance outstrips a mid level engineers pay, even taking into account, F1 pays slightly better than the wiser automotive world. It takes a unique individual to work in Formula 1, and that's a great thing there are people like that in this world.

[@Mike-jz8hr]

This video brought back the old memories... I have done A levels and O levels too in late 90s...when I was in Cypress. I was born in Iran and Now I live in USA...what a small world...

[@LeoCapaldi]

Great to hear directly from team members, nice peeps.

[@barryherron1744]

I find team members a lot more interesting than drivers and team principals.

[@PaddyMcMe]

Ted and Brundle are basically why I watch Sky F1. Without them I doubt F1 would hold the same value. Though, surprisingly, I really enjoy it when Rosberg comes on, his insight, willingness to speak straight, and actually reveal the inner workings is fascinating to a non-paddock member like myself. God I miss Murray Walker though. He was truly special, he was iconic. Britain was blessed. Although most countries probably have someone like that too. In my case as an Aussie, any of us say 35 or over will have vivid memories of the hot Summer heat seeping through everything, the house, the backyard, the shed, patio, garage, etc and whether you were eating, building, talking, resting, reading, drinking, etc there would INEVITABLY be a TV or radio on turned up high with Richie Benaud covering the cricket. For us Aussie his voice was as much a part of Summer as the sound of the cicadas.

[@stephenlane9168]

Enjoyed that Ted, great feature and F1 insights. Please do a follow up with other teams too.

[@ruthsullivan5879]

My name is also Ruth and I am an engineering student involved in formula SAE (in the U.S.) who is interested in working in Formula 1. Thank you so much for showcasing women in motorsport and speaking about how to get involved in formula 1!!

[@sq1rlsqu4d]

UK still maxing out with 56k modems, I see.

[@tdarren]

Should keep this as a regular feature, always enjoy Ted's discussions and rambles

[@6058jeremysmith]

Great video thank you Ted .. Ruth is a very accomplished lady ..

[@techtipsuk]

Tidy too

[@michaelfincham3516]

Great video! But I’m utterly obsessed with F1 and not from an engineering background. Any advice how to break into non technical roles such as sales and marketing. I have 7 years experience in both and would love to apply my passion in those business support roles, any advice??

[@nana.agy1]

This was very helpful. I am an 18 year old hoping to get into F1 some day and also hoping to go to university next year and seeing this gives me hope that with hard work someday I can make it to the legendary motorsport of F1.

[@nana.agy1]

bsrlbck2013 I hoped to be an engineer in the sport. Unfortunately my family doesn’t have those kind of funds available, but thank you for the information

[@nana.agy1]

bsrlbck2013 well initially I wanted to be a driver in f1 but I already thought about my age knowing that most current f1 drivers started their journey very young , this was just a dream to follow in the steps of my idol, Lewis Hamilton.

[@danmitchell8165]

Nana Badu what are you studying at university?

[@nana.agy1]

Dan Mitchell not in uni yet, but was hoping to study mechanical engineering

[@adamadiba]

The best TED Talks!

[@RS125JOE]

You don't just getting into club racing can be difficult to the average person

[@f1racingvids578]

I want to be a f1 driver but my parents have said I have to buy my own go kart but at my mums school they have electric go karts could I still compete could you give me some tips of how to become a driver for f1

[@jackchallis9456]

Ted Talks, fantastic name for it 👍

[@radomiriz]

Aye, the sound is good. The sound on the woman's camera sounds like a bear scratching its arse.

[@Google_Does_Evil_Now]

Internet Video Audio students please please help Sky with their video and audio quality. It's mostly been low quality. Why is it such low quality? Are they using reasonable quality hardware or just their phones? Are they even using a microphone or camera? Sky, please can you tell us about the equipment being used, it's an interesting story on it's own. We are in a pandemic, Sky is trying to keep broadcasting content, so that's good. How are you doing this? Why are other KZbinrs videos of higher quality audio and video? Is there a process you have in place to improve this? Are you looking at experienced KZbinrs for advice?

[@Google_Does_Evil_Now]

Chatting with two technical experts and an experienced technical commentator but they all seem to be using rubbish equipment for international broadcasting. How can this be improved? What is a cost effective method? KZbinrs and other people making their own home recordings, maybe on a webcam, do so much better at sound and video. Sky have this problem in F1, Football etc.

[@rkan2]

Yea, I cannot watch this shit.. Everybody using their computers and a audio-quality ruining video call platforms... Ted's Notebook was nice because ir was filmed outside (no need for acoustic panels) and with at least a moderately good mic on the camera.

[@matttibos2562]

My biggest dream is the opportunity yo work inside F1 whatever it may be

[@FredsRandomFinds]

Was this recorded on a toaster?

[@stefanweilhartner4415]

no, it was a george forman grill

[@radomiriz]

I think they used a potato as a camera. Maybe the data was recorded on a toaster and then they threw it in the sink... filled with piss.

[@rkan2]

Typical laptop mics and cameras... Shoul've used phones, which have very good cameras these days..

[@hughbale2952]

I’m at collage not doing maths or physics have I actually got any hope of getting a job within F1

[@adam-bu2bj]

Don’t ever give up, you never know

[@romeoroze2357]

Ambitious , ultra focused on your goal in life you really want to and most importantly gotta love what you do. On lighter note, So to succeed you gotta know what to do and want for the rest of your life at the age of 5. lol.

[@tanoooo]

Alexandru David eh Hamilton was like a normal child with enough money for a roof over his head then he wanted to race so he father worked 3 jobs at once just to allow him too and then mclaren helped his funding i think when he wanted to race for em

[@jeevangill2041]

@@tanoooo Hamilton's a driver, the biggest part of what he does is based on fitness and skill as a driver. If you want to get in a position with an F1 team you don't have a chance unless you have outstanding grades and have been to a top university I'm afraid.

[@synthalsiwem1560]

🍌

[@ussawinb]

Is it too late for someone later in life (33 yo) to go back to school for engineering to try and get into F1? Also I'm American so I bet there's another hurdle there, F1 isn't really that popular over here. Also, would knowing foreign languages help, German and Japanese or any other language?

[@rkan2]

Never too late, just gotta now what's up..

[@legendaryloki9778]

Get in to F1; 1 - Born into a rich family. 2 - If in the UK, live in the south, near London if your 100 miles or more out, you've got no hope. 3 - Have lots of money. 4 - Know some in F1, specifically a parent in F1. ***5 - If all else fails get your billionaire parent to buy you an F1 seat/team, like most of the grid these days. It's an amazing sport, and it is very sad that it has come to this, but unfortunately money far surpasses talent in the world of F1. That's the truth these days.

[@ab8jeh]

Which other driver other than Hamilton came from a modest background on the current grid? Anyone else?

[@Jackster31]

maybe Ocon but that’s about it.

[@romanbaranovichi5375]

Kimi, Vettel, Albon (but he got sponsors), Grosjean, Ocon

[@ab8jeh]

@@romanbaranovichi5375 true about Albon, although his dad was a driver I think. Vettel came from a relatively modest background that's true.

[@tanoooo]

ab8jeh Albon got dropped from the Red Bull academy so he had to find a sponsor or else his racing career was done for, Alex was funded by Red Bull as a kid

[@rocket25071]

Now before I ask my question I want to 1st start with I love F1. I retired out of the Army a few years ago and for the first time, I was actually able to sit down and follow the teams and races. And sometimes being here in the US, it's hard to find a channel or network that will actually show it. I had to purchase a Playstation VUE account at $50 a month just to watch F1. Then sometimes I wouldn't get all of the practice sessions or the qualifications. But I stayed dedicated. So now to my question. Why do we now see more Men of color on the Grid or in the Paddock? Yes, some will say Lewis is one. Part true, but Lewis is mixed and I know in Europe most people consider you black if you're mixed. But sorry that person is mixed. Their not black or white or whatever. They are mixed. My girls are mixed and that is how my wife and I raise them. They have the unique right to both sides of the spectrum. The good and bad! So I mean where are the actual people of color? Plenty of us love F1 and are Intelligent and experienced in the world of motorsports. And like anything else in life, there is a thing called training. My question isnt meant to draw some clown out of the shadows and asking me some retarded question about Racism. Racism is thinking your Race is more superior than another. I'm asking out of general curiosity. I cant tell you how much I love how Europe has so many things connected to auto racing and bike racing that we here in America do not have. Thanks Guys and please keep up the good work!!

[@ussawinb]

I was wondering this too about Asians. Honda is back in the game with Red Bull, and there is a GP in Japan. I mean, I know it's not the same because you at least see a few Asians in the paddock. On the grid, Albon is mixed too. Also, for me I watch the races through F1 TV and recommend it. It's pretty cheap, $80 a year.

[@OldStreetDoc]

I’ve wondered the same thing. Full disclosure, I’m a middle age white American. I know Lewis himself has asked the question, and hopes to increase involvement of youth of color, and also people who don’t come from huge family fortunes. I absolutely support that. My experience is that talent is pretty well distributed with people, and the only obstacle to having that talent shine is the opportunity to display it. An obvious issue, also a question really, is the number of people of color wanting to apply for employment or to begin training as a driver. In my mind it’s a matter of attracting people. Because you can’t just drop new people into positions because you want them there, without setting them up for failure. It’s an interesting question and one that will require someone more intelligent than myself, but I do hope to see the issue tackled and one day solved. It’s a pretty monochromatic field from the outside looking in.

[@manavdougall8599]

Incase you guys are wondering.... Be very rich first. Then work on your talent

[@ianhudsontlm]

Ted is the best presenter in the F1 paddock across all the different providers. For me, the technical and engineering side of F1 is way more interesting than the race. Listening to Ted’s post race paddock walk / talk is my highlight of the weekend. Keep going Ted, you are awesome.

[@pedalen]

Ruth is sooo cute 😍

[@RiddleTime]

How do you get into F1? be adopted by a millionaire!

[@OldStreetDoc]

You have to spend a million. How do you raise a million?... Spend a billion.

[@pascal_04b]

To sum up: It is impossible to get into Formula 1 without much money

[@aizatms]

F1 : Want some advice on how to join us? Check this out! Interview : Camera like it was in the early 2000's, audio sounds like there's a heli engine being repaired behind. F1 : Did everyone get it? Good. Moving on..

[@PRZM17]

Save yourself 30mins. Answer is have rich parents.

[@chuckschillingvideos]

No....have SUPER rich parents. Mere wealth isn't nearly enough.

[@tanoooo]

then why is lewis there? mans dad had to work 3 jobs then mclaren funding lewis i think

[@kingdongo4388]

SRX Swiftless you need talent first💯

[@lewisoliver7451]

Come on! It’s about studying and experience and working towards your dream. If you follow your dreams you will reach F1. Fact!

[@NosajKnows]

Watch old F1 and modern F2 - Avoid new F1 at all costs. That's what I do.

[@michaelodonnell7011]

Ted i got a Q......... who is Q ?

[@olivermcvey3895]

money

[@samaustin1988]

Sky, just buy and send out some Logitech 1080p webcams and mics for interviews, the crappy audio and video quality made this unwatchable for me.

[@patbassman8251]

How to get into F1 come from a wealthy family and make sure your middle class

[@UncleKennysPlace]

And the quick answer is to first get a billion dollars.

[@calvinchann1996]

Good, but I won’t help me. I’m too old.

[@radomiriz]

Oh, the sound is better now. I retract my last statement regarding sound.

[@berhen7360]

25:10 The end game.. F off discussion.. We want good people.. Rest is Bull shitt media

[@JuergenGDB]

How do you get into F1...… have lots of Fcking $$$$$$$ and bring Sponsors.

[@kurtperleberg6040]

Get rich screw the FIA for a superlicence Get 40 points.

[@ssmit07]

can a civil engineer get a job in F1?

[@occasionalenthusiastrobjon5066]

Stretegy?... No such thing in f1 races.... You are dressing up tactics, tacticions, software Intel and emotional tactics as something else.... Reporters must report true facts not make things up. Ted you may have read your art of war but never understood it? This would make professional strategists in global companies laugh at such claims.... F1 benefit from tactions as with other sports, but never use the word strategy that's misleading..

[@occasionalenthusiastrobjon5066]

If you don't understand strategy read the art of war and understand it... When you get to the words No battle plan survives contact with the enemy After the race starts its about tactics.. quote perice morgan you are entitled to your opinion but not your own facts... Report correctly on facts

[@vedranpevec4483]

If you have rich father, he buys you F1 team.

[@ekstrajohn]

TLDR: money

[@noelmcgovern3987]

Buy f1 2019

[@y1521t21b5]

0:27 You lie. Nothing "top" about _Alfa Romeo_ ;-)

[@murphymoe9220]

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