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James Vowles left his senior role at Mercedes to become Team Principal at Williams at the start of the 2023 season.
Williams Team Principal James Vowles, who previously worked at Mercedes, shared the advice he received from Toto Wolff when he joined the back marker team. Vowles was a part of Mercedes during their dominant period, winning multiple championships. Wolff’s advice to Vowles was simply, “Don’t be s**t,” encouraging him to excel in his new role. Despite now being rivals, Vowles still maintains a good relationship with Wolff and other former colleagues, seeking guidance when needed. Vowles described how he progressed within Mercedes, with Wolff providing him with valuable experience and responsibilities. He emphasized the importance of building a strong team and understanding the overall operation of the company in his role as Team Principal.
