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Leadership Series | From Paul Rodrigues

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  Start operations now or later? With the changing business landscape, do we adapt, or do we get left behind? These are the constant debatable questions that started since mid-March. Post the pandemic the offices look a lot different than it did at the start of 2020. Abiding by the new government rules, Mindspace regulations, great attention is given to the wellbeing of the employees and the surroundings. Practicing healthy behavior like wearing masks, performing temperature checks, washing hands, and staying six feet apart are constantly practiced when outside the home. These healthy behaviors need to be inculcated in our daily routine too. I have been in this administration field for more than two decades and I know what it takes to create a rapid, profound, and sustainable behavior change. As a leader and an administration head, my plan includes all the below mentioned six sources of influence they are: 1.            Social suppo...

Constraints are good for Innovation

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  “We did not have enough bandwidth... If only we had more time...If we had more scope...” do you often use these phrases when you face constraints? Well, we all hate constraints. But do you know that constraints are a blessing in disguise? Let me tell you how. According to few studies, when there are no constraints in the creative process, complacency sets in, and people follow what psychologists call the path-of-least-resistance – they go for the most intuitive idea that comes to mind, rather than investing in the development of better ideas. Constraints, in contrast, provide focus and a creative challenge, that motivates people to search for and connect information from different sources to generate novel ideas for new products, services, or business processes.  Our brain is constantly in an efficient mode, always looking for ways to use less energy. Most of the time unless forced, our brain doesn’t think much at all. Obstacles and constraints boost brainpower. With constra...

Benefits Of Pursuing Your Passion Outside Of Work

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  Did you know that engaging in something you are passionate about provides positive outcomes towards your health and happiness? In fact, having multiple interests and passions is even better, as it further boosts the positive effects on your overall well-being, as well as having other added benefits too. When you devote yourself to an activity that brings you joy, you become more creative, more confident, and it provides you with the ability to expand and express your passion in diverse forms. If you look at those around you, you will notice that all successful leaders and influencers take time out to pursue their passion. Richard Branson plays chess, Warren Buffett plays the ukulele, George Bush has an affinity for painting, Meryl Streep is passionate about knitting, and the list goes on. Why do you think they faithfully devote time for their passions? It’s because a passion serves as a battery recharge, a place to release your worries and concerns, an outlet for stress, and ca...

To prepare for automation, always stay curious and continue learning

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  In this New Year do you find yourself asking this question ‘What will make my career sustainable in 2021 and beyond? How to build a career which is future oriented?’ So, let me tell you that in this age of AI, curriculum needs to be expanded where human skills will be given special emphasis to have a sustainable career. Always remember that future jobs are more than just technological fluency. With digital transformation on the rise, the focus is high on developing soft skills and emotional intelligence. Things like communication, self-direction, trustworthiness, discipline, initiative, flexibility, and self-efficacy are few things that AI currently lacks. That is the reason why we will always require humans with strong “soft skills” to bring that human touch, thoughtfulness, and consciousness to the workplace. So how do we prepare ourselves for automation? I will share few tips that will help you to be future ready and prepare for automation. Learn new skills –Try and learn...