Engineering Success: Navigating the Tech World | Shon Saoji | TEDxPICT
Discover the inspiring journey of an engineer, director, entrepreneur, and innovator Mr Shon Saoji through his inspiring talk at TEDxPICT.
In this captivating session, Mr. Shon Saoji shares the three most valuable lessons he learned throughout his remarkable journey in the tech world.
Trust the process – you don’t know the future. Shon reflects on his college days as an average student, hustling through academics and learning new skills that ultimately paved the way for his success. His journey is one that every student can relate to, proving that perseverance and patience can lead to extraordinary achievements.
Whatever you do, just put your heart into it and do your best - Drawing from his corporate experiences, he reveals the secret of achieving workplace mastery by giving your best, staying committed, and constantly improving.
Learn, change, and grow - With his experience as an entrepreneur and a corporate professional, Shon emphasizes the importance of adaptability. He highlights how accepting feedback and evolving with time is key to becoming the best version of oneself. Shon Saoji, a PICT alumnus and Director of Engineering at Coursera, has navigated both startups and large-scale tech organizations, gaining deep insights into what drives success in the industry. Having founded two startups and led product development at Coursera, he understands that while technologies evolve, the core principles of success—persistence, adaptability, and resilience—remain unchanged.In his TEDx talk, Shon will break down the universal mindset needed to thrive in tech, regardless of the domain or role. He will share lessons from his own journey, emphasizing how embracing challenges, learning from failures, and trusting the process can shape a fulfilling and impactful career. Through real-world examples, he will illustrate how staying committed to fundamental principles can help individuals navigate the ever-changing landscape of technology and
innovation. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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