Succeed in College and Life Despite Struggles | Dr. Bill Walker, Ph.D.

Episode 14 November 20, 2024 00:35:22
Succeed in College and Life Despite Struggles | Dr. Bill Walker, Ph.D.
Raising the STEAM
Succeed in College and Life Despite Struggles | Dr. Bill Walker, Ph.D.

Nov 20 2024 | 00:35:22

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Show Notes

Dr. Bill Walker didn't have an easy start. Growing up with trauma and hardship, he defied the odds to become a biomedical entrepreneur and engineering professor. In this conversation, he shares how his early struggles shaped his career. He also explains why mental health matters in high-pressure fields like STEM and entrepreneurship and how mindfulness helped him thrive. This isn't just a story of resilience-it's a practical guide to turning life's toughest challenges into opportunities for reaching towards the sky like a Vandenberg launch.

 

00:00 Teaser: Choices in Life

00:38 Meet Dr. Bill Walker

01:02 From Academia to Entrepreneurship

03:08 Navigating Academia and Industry

06:34 The Value of a PhD

08:01 The Five Pillars of Education

13:46 Advisor vs. Mentor

19:04 Personal Journey and Mentorship

21:59 The Importance of Vulnerability

33:52 Closing Thoughts and Advice

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