A resident of Alpharetta, Georgia, Kameron Looft is a student at the University of Georgia. He is studying risk management and insurance with a focus in casualty or wholesale lines. Kameron Looft is a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity – Beta Lambda Chapter. He served as the fraternity’s risk management head risk management officer, a role in which he identified and mitigated liability risks as well as promoted safety protocols.
While studying at the University of Georgia, Kameron Looft finds time to pursue work. For four months in 2024, he worked as part of the guest services team at Fairway Social in Alpharetta, Georgia. He managed reservation scheduling and operational logistics, provided guests with an overview of venue amenities, and resolved guest concerns as they arose.
Before joining the university, Kameron Looft was a student at Lambert High School in Forsyth County, Georgia. He was in the National Honor Society and also played on the school’s soccer team. Mr. Looft graduated high school with a 4.3 GPA and earned the Kimberly Clark Bright Futures scholarship before entering the University of Georgia.
Mr. Looft is skilled in risk reporting and data analytics with Microsoft Excel. His course work includes introduction to risk management and insurance (UGA) and commercial property and liability insurance (UGA).
What is your typical day, and how do you make it productive?
My typical day consists of waking up around 9:30 am before my classes begin at 10:20. I then get lunch before my classes from 12:40 to 2:40. After class, I usually cook another meal usually consisting of chicken and pasta I then hangout the rest of the day and do homework if I have any. I usually end my day by working out and hanging out with my roommates after. To make my day productive, I have a set schedule with tasks I need to complete that day.
How do you bring ideas to life?
I bring ideas to life by doing what I say I will and following through on my word. This helps me develop an idea and bring it to life through my actions or assistance from people around me.
What’s one trend that excites you?
A trend I really enjoy seeing is the rapid expansion of golf over the past decade. With the explosion of golf on YouTube and big personalities such as Bryson DeChambeau and Phil Mickelson boosting viewers, golf is becoming more and more mainstream. The explosion of golf has made me regret quitting golf when I was 7.
What is one habit that helps you be productive?
I write everything I need to complete that day in a planner, along with important dates in my planner when I receive exact dates/times to remain organized.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Take the punches to the chin; you will persevere no matter how hard it feels.
Tell us something you believe almost nobody agrees with you on?
Balsamic vinegar glaze and hot sauce are great on certain pizzas together.
What is the one thing you repeatedly do and recommend everyone else do?
I recommend everyone works out in some way. Cardio, weightlifting, sports, or anything to get your body moving is extremely important for your life enjoyment and health.
When you feel overwhelmed or unfocused, what do you do?
I go outside and listen to music. I turn on DND [do not disturb] on my phone and listen to music on my balcony at my college apartment.
What is one strategy that has helped you grow your business or advance in your career?
One strategy I utilize is one I read in the 48 laws of Power where you speak as little as you can to learn more about those around you. You Have one mouth and two ears.
What is one failure in your career, how did you overcome it, and what lessons did you take away from it?
I did not make the soccer team I wanted to, so I tried out for a different team who ended up making me a better player and making many great relationships, one even being my roommates for all three years at UGA. That situation taught me that some things are meant to align your life how it is meant to go and all you can do is your best work while remaining disciplined.
What is one business idea you’re willing to give away to our readers?
A program that could block short-form media such as TikTok and Instagram reals if someone is on your network. The owner of this program could sell ad placements on this program if someone wants to use short-form media.
What is one piece of software that helps you be productive? How do you use it?
The reminders and calendar app are very useful in keeping more organized and on time with anything important in my life. I use by inputting certain events/ tasks on certain days or set a reminder to pop up at a certain time to remind myself.
Do you have a favorite book or podcast you’ve gotten a ton of value from and why?
I really enjoy listening to Joe Rogan’s podcast over the years because he interviews so many different personalities, across every type of person, ranging from Mike Tyson to wildlife expert Forrest Galante. I really enjoy how Joe Rogan has many life stories and has been involved with so much development within UFC and people around him.
What’s a movie or series you recently enjoyed and why?
A series I recently really enjoyed was Severance. I watched the first two seasons, and I really enjoy the concept of the show. The show pays attention to the small details and every aspect of every scene, down to the colors, is intentional. I find the carefulness with small details and plot development intriguing, but the show really has the ability to confuse you, so it is a show requiring full attention.
Key learnings
- Try to learn through others and don’t underestimate the importance of communication and interpersonal skills.
- Setting daily tasks and using tools like planners, reminder alerts, and calendar apps help you stay organized, meet deadlines, and remain productive.
- Maintaining a schedule and being organized is vital to set yourself up for success. It also develops discipline, an important trait to exhibit.