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S5E47 Ryian Williams | Finding Purpose as an Engineer, & How to Improve Faster

Being an Engineer · 22 Nov 2024 · 55m · Episode 47

What this episode covers

Ryian Williams, a Senior Engineer in Technology Transfer at Alcon, discusses his journey from Trinidad and Tobago to becoming a mechanical engineer, emphasizing that relentless persistence and hard work outweigh innate brilliance. He shares strategies for accelerating engineering progress, such as using rapid prototyping to validate concepts before committing to expensive manufacturing, and finding one's professional niche through rotational programs and informational interviews. Williams also highlights the importance of daily habits, including reading industry newsletters and personal development books like 'Crucial Conversations' and 'Failing Forward', to maintain continuous learning and combat imposter syndrome.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Alcon
Tools
SolidWorks, Creo
Also
Think and Grow Rich, Crucial Conversations, Failing Forward, The Culture Code

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