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As I mentioned, I am an active learner and I am not afraid to learn from juniors or superiors. Learning is essential for our development. If I make a mistake, I learn from it and ensure I do not repeat it in the future. In my opinion, making mistakes teaches you how to live.
Career path
IXL Design Lead
Alstom APAC
From 05/2021 to 10/2016Design Engineer
Alstom APAC
From 11/2016 to 04/2021Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
Alstom is a strong competitor in the rail industry, known for its sustainability, reliability, and ease of maintenance. The company continuously improves its technology to provide easy access to the public. Similarly, I aim to upgrade my knowledge to stay aligned with the latest technological advancements.
Greatest achievements
I'm not a workaholic; I believe in balancing work with fun. In my team, I noticed that people were always working without much engagement. So, I took the initiative to start and implement employee engagement activities with some of our colleagues, similar to what was already happening at other sites. This effort was recognised and awarded, and I felt great about the transparency at Alstom.
Uttam R
Site Managing Director - Nagpur
Top Insider Advice
Success is a subjective concept that can be defined differently by different individuals. However, one thing that is common to succeed is the ability to overcome obstacles and achieve goals. In this context, the mantra for success lies in three words: passion, perseverance, and perspiration. Passion is the driving force. It is the intense desire and enthusiasm for something that fuels efforts towards achieving goals, which keeps one motivated, focused, and committed to goals. It enables to strive to achieve mission, irrespective of the challenges that come in the way. Perseverance is the ability to persist despite setbacks and failures. It is also the ability to stay positive and focused, even when the going gets tough. Failure is an essential part of the journey towards success and the willingness to learn from mistakes requires mental and emotional strength. Perspiration is endeavor that goes into achieving success. Success is not an overnight phenomenon, but the result of dedication, discipline and focus. In summary, it is the inclination to sweat it out to reach goals. In conclusion, passion, perseverance, and perspiration are the three key ingredients for success and all three are required in equal measure. Passion provides the motivation, perseverance ensures resilience, and perspiration is the propellant that drives.
Yanzhen Y
Project Manager
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We are always facing many challenges at work, some of them are easy, some of them are difficult. The difficult challenge requires us putting more energy and effort in many aspects. We need to ask for cooperation from different teams in different functions, various locations and even different businesses. We need to break a complex challenge into small cases and solve the issue, one by one and step by step. We need to adjust the plans from time to time, find the most important and urgent task, leading the way to the ultimate target. We need to motivate the whole team especially in most difficult situations. We need to be patient, be diligent, be resourceful, be positive and stick to the true value. With all these small pieces done, everyone will definitely grow to a new level.
Warut T
Project Engineering Manager
Top Insider Advice
When it comes to building a successful career, there are many things you can do to increase your chances of success. Two key pieces of advice that can help you in any career are to be visible to the company and to know what you're doing. Being visible to the company means more than just showing up to work every day. It means taking an active role in the organization and making sure that people know who you are and what you're capable of. This can involve volunteering for projects and assignments, attending company events and meetings, and seeking out opportunities to connect with coworkers and managers. By being visible, you increase your chances of being considered for new opportunities and promotions. Another important aspect of building a successful career is to know what you're doing. This means having a clear understanding of your job responsibilities, the company's goals and objectives, and how your work fits into the bigger picture. It also means taking the time to learn and develop your skills and expertise, so that you can be confident and effective in your role. By knowing what you're doing, you increase your value to the company and become more likely to be considered for advancement opportunities. To be successful in your career, it's also important to take ownership of your own professional development. This means seeking out opportunities to learn and grow, whether through training programs, online courses, or mentorship opportunities. By investing in yourself, you can become more knowledgeable and skilled, which will increase your value to the company and make you a more competitive candidate for promotions and new opportunities. In summary, if you want to build a successful career, it's important to be visible to the company and to know what you're doing. By taking an active role in the organization, developing your skills and expertise, and investing in your own professional development, you can increase your value to the company and become a more competitive candidate for advancement opportunities.