A path less travelled...
Claude Bernard's once quoted "The alchemists founded chemistry by pursuing chimerical problems and theories which are false", Similarly, I have been driven by a desire to explore what others consider improbable. With two master's degrees in engineering (one from the University of Florida and the other from India) and the third from the University of South Florida, Tampa (Masters in Business and Tech), I am intend to pivot my career into tech or hybrid (tech+engineering).
Navigating from the tangible world of structural engineering (building and bridges) to the volatile world of IT, business, and business development puts my experience in less than 1%. It's a journey least traveled. Yet my path unveils the hidden synergies between engineering and business problem-solving. Below I share my journey from engineering bridges on I4s and Turnpikes to building business strategies and products. My biggest motivator has been my mistakes, my skills-set, and the financial losses that has shaped my perspectives.
Problem Solving: A Transferable Skill
A decade of engineering problem solving had honed my problem-solving skills. From understanding client needs, to creating products for businesses like inventory management apps, I have utilized the core principles of problem-solving, breaking down the problem statement, devising strategize and solutions, and implement them. I have developed profitable business products for my current and previous firms not just on paper but with complete end to end execution.
Having seen how companies run out of business, and what factors kills the company in a small business environment I have seen both, business success and business death very closely. Further, I had the opportunity to help a couple company rise and grow from its death phase too. So, I have seen the attitude that kills the company and the aptitude type helps a company rise and shine.
One such example is Building Inspection business for the new Building Safety Law in Florida, I studied this new law that was passed recently and developed a profit generating business model around it. When no other firm in Florida was even aware of such a business opportunity that exists, I started marketing it at McCall Engineering firm with Youtube videos, phone calls, and delivered profits for the business owner.
Building Financial Strategies: An Engineer’s Approach
I have been studying world macro-economics as my hobby since past decade. Now, I feel confident on how the world works, how businesses make decisions, and how strategic, and financial decisions are made at top management tiers of the company. Being a part owner myself of a small business startup in India, I have experienced constraints, oopotunities, and decision making first hand. Now, I have a business mindset, which you can leverage for your company's growth. With a business masters degree, I have honed my skill set with business analytical skills like artificial intelligence, market basket analysis, cost benefit analysis, lift curves, etc. to maximize the output per employee and automate product development processes.
Small Town to Big City: Working My Way Up
Working my way up from a small town in India to engineering megastructures like bridges has taught me the importance of hard work, perseverance, and grit. As a self-taught programmer and engineer, my unique skill set, and perspectives pooled with academic excellence, and scientific research will add diversity and energy to your company. I believe that my peers can benefit from my experiences as well, just as I can benefit from theirs.
My Aptitude and Attitude will be your Biggest Asset
With humble attitude and learning aptitude backed by skills-set, confidence, and experience, I find myself ready for the next opportunity – where I can solve a business problem, plan business decisions strategically, and manage risks. As I continue to navigate and wait for my next opportunity, I promise that leveraging my engineering mindset and experiences, would be your next big opportunity.
Rishabh Lala
Navigating from the tangible world of structural engineering (building and bridges) to the volatile world of IT, business, and business development puts my experience in less than 1%. It's a journey least traveled. Yet my path unveils the hidden synergies between engineering and business problem-solving. Below I share my journey from engineering bridges on I4s and Turnpikes to building business strategies and products. My biggest motivator has been my mistakes, my skills-set, and the financial losses that has shaped my perspectives.
Problem Solving: A Transferable Skill
A decade of engineering problem solving had honed my problem-solving skills. From understanding client needs, to creating products for businesses like inventory management apps, I have utilized the core principles of problem-solving, breaking down the problem statement, devising strategize and solutions, and implement them. I have developed profitable business products for my current and previous firms not just on paper but with complete end to end execution.
Having seen how companies run out of business, and what factors kills the company in a small business environment I have seen both, business success and business death very closely. Further, I had the opportunity to help a couple company rise and grow from its death phase too. So, I have seen the attitude that kills the company and the aptitude type helps a company rise and shine.
One such example is Building Inspection business for the new Building Safety Law in Florida, I studied this new law that was passed recently and developed a profit generating business model around it. When no other firm in Florida was even aware of such a business opportunity that exists, I started marketing it at McCall Engineering firm with Youtube videos, phone calls, and delivered profits for the business owner.
Building Financial Strategies: An Engineer’s Approach
I have been studying world macro-economics as my hobby since past decade. Now, I feel confident on how the world works, how businesses make decisions, and how strategic, and financial decisions are made at top management tiers of the company. Being a part owner myself of a small business startup in India, I have experienced constraints, oopotunities, and decision making first hand. Now, I have a business mindset, which you can leverage for your company's growth. With a business masters degree, I have honed my skill set with business analytical skills like artificial intelligence, market basket analysis, cost benefit analysis, lift curves, etc. to maximize the output per employee and automate product development processes.
Small Town to Big City: Working My Way Up
Working my way up from a small town in India to engineering megastructures like bridges has taught me the importance of hard work, perseverance, and grit. As a self-taught programmer and engineer, my unique skill set, and perspectives pooled with academic excellence, and scientific research will add diversity and energy to your company. I believe that my peers can benefit from my experiences as well, just as I can benefit from theirs.
My Aptitude and Attitude will be your Biggest Asset
With humble attitude and learning aptitude backed by skills-set, confidence, and experience, I find myself ready for the next opportunity – where I can solve a business problem, plan business decisions strategically, and manage risks. As I continue to navigate and wait for my next opportunity, I promise that leveraging my engineering mindset and experiences, would be your next big opportunity.
Rishabh Lala