James Vowles, Team Principal, Williams Racing
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Walking away from Mercedes to risk everything for Williams
“No other place can you challenge yourself every week, to the absolute limit you’re capable of”
This episode offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a Formula 1 leader on building culture, pushing boundaries and cultivating discipline.
In this conversation, Williams Racing Team Principal James Vowles explores the core elements that distinguish a championship-winning team, with people and culture being paramount. He delves into the challenges faced during his career, including dealing with significant job losses, and why it’s crucial for him to earn his place within the team.
Offering a unique perspective into the F1 world, James details his experience managing the egos and expectations of generational talents including Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher. James also reveals his reason for leaving Mercedes at the top of their game to join Williams, sharing the difficulties of that transition and how he overcame them.
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