October 2024

As you all well know, AI tools are moving forward at a great rate of knots, so its worth saying that this post is being created in Oct 2024, because this might be out of date in months if not weeks!

If you haven’t had a try of Google’s NotebookLM, its definitely worth experimenting with.

In this particular case, I’ve taken all the publicly available Podcast that I have appeared on (links on the site), and have uploaded them all into a “notebook”.

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Podcast automatically created by Goolge NotebookLM

The transcriptions from YouTube videos were used as input for the NoteBook, along with direct transcriptions from the podcast. When direct transcriptions were not possible due to the podcast being aired on a different platform like Spotify.

🚀 Thrilled to share my journey in motorsport through the “How to Become an F1 Technical Director” interview. I reflected on my transition from a mechanical engineer in Australia. This journey led me to work with some of the top teams in Formula 1 and Formula E. It has been an incredible experience.

The key takeaways for anyone pursuing a motorsport career are important. 💡 Specialization matters—find what you’re passionate about and excel in it.
💡 Adaptability is crucial—the road is rarely straight, but you can navigate the twists and turns with the right mindset.
💡 Don’t be afraid to take risks. The opportunities that seem uncertain may shape your career the most.

I started my journey with Arrows Grand Prix. Then, I worked with McLaren Racing. Now, I am leading at Lola Cars. I’ve learned that persistence and passion are key ingredients to success. Excited to see what’s next as we gear up for another exciting Formula E season! ⚡

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