Significant Career Lesson From a Chief Operating Officer at BioDAF Water Technologies USA
Marcos, Chief Operating Officer at BioDAF Water Technologies USA, emphasizes the critical importance of adaptability in a constantly evolving industry, stating that "being open to continuously change your mind and learn has been key to growth and success." The dynamic nature of regulations, technologies, and environmental challenges necessitates a flexible approach to avoid being held back by rigidity.
Adaptability, Environmental Challenges, Technological Advancements, Regulatory Compliance, Executive Leadership
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Marcos De la Monja
Chief Operating Officer
BioDAF Water Technologies USA
Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Occidente (ITESO)
MBA - University of South Carolina | Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
International Relations & Affairs
Climate, Environment, Sustainability & Waste Management
Operations and Project Management
Immigrant
Video Highlights
1. The importance of adaptability in a constantly evolving industry.
2. Openness to change and continuous learning are key to career growth and success.
3. Resistance to change can hinder career progression in dynamic fields like environmental technology.
Transcript
What is one lesson you've learned that has proven significant in your career?
I've learned the importance of adaptability. The industry I work in is constantly evolving, whether through regulations that seem to change every other day, new technologies, or environmental challenges that affect every particular project.
Being open to continuously changing your mind and learning has been key to my growth and success. If you stay too rigid or resistant to change, that will hold you back in an industry like ours.