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Episode 446 | Taylor Perkins - Hard Things Thoughtfully Done

Guest:

Taylor Perkins talks with Dave Rael about data science, teaching, mentoring, learning, bold action, self-knowledge, and growth

Taylor Perkins is a developer in the Greater Nashville area. He is currently employed as a Machine Learning Engineer at The General Insurance where he helps in the packaging of data science models. Additionally, he serves part time as a Junior Instructor at Nashville Software School for the current Data Analytics Bootcamp. When Taylor is not coding, he is playing music, discovering new ways to make cocktails, and enjoying time with his newly-wed wife.

Taylor's top 3 tips for delivering more value:
  1. Work on something you're passionate about
  2. Know yourself
  3. Approach situations with a beginner's mind

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